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Kidnapping report on girls found in Bazetta false
Bazetta police officers, responding to a tip, found sisters age 1 and 2 with their mother, Keyly Wade, and grandmother, Belinda Wade, in a car in the parking lot of the Bazetta Township Wal Mart Thursday afternoon.
Mahoning commissioners select Atty. Bob Bush as new JFS director
Mahoning commissioners pick Atty. Bob Bush as new JFS director
Youngstown agencies receive fed funding to fight foreclosures
Youngstown agencies receive fed funding to fight foreclosures
Mahoning Co. CSB receives funding to provide housing for AIDS victims
Mahoning CSB receives AIDS housing funding
Career center students serve others
Members of the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center’s Key Club gave the gift of time to
Preschool students craft their own ornaments
Serendipity Christian Preschool students were caught white-handed as they painted wooden craft
Hitchcock students sing praises
Hitchcock Woods School helped celebrate Akron Children’s Hospital second annual “Hopes and Wishes
Slovak Society celebrates Christmas in Poland
Adult and youth members of the National Slovak Society Assembly 731 and their invited friends
Pryor, Herron, 3 other OSU Buckeyes suspended for games in 2011
Pryor, 4 other OSU Buckeyes suspended for games in 2011
Santa Claus stops by Boardman Park
Santa Claus stopped by Boardman Park Dec. 9 to have dinner with kids of the community. The park
Phantom Squirts post two victories
The Youngstown Phantoms Squirt hockey team outscored its two opponents a combined 15-2 to earn a
Book store hosts elf storytime
Santa Claus gets all the credit each Christmas, but the elves do all the work when it comes to
Ugly sweaters turn pretty profits
Students, faculty and staff at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center put ugly sweaters to
Police investigating South Side shooting that injures two
Police investigating shooting that injures 2
Dobbins students honor veterans
Veterans Day isn’t the only day service members are remembered. Dobbins Elementary students took
Book store hosts elf storytime
Santa Claus gets all the credit each Christmas, but the elves do all the work when it comes to making toys.
Phantom Squirts post two victories
The Youngstown Phantoms Squirt hockey team outscored its two opponents a combined 15-2 to earn a
Habitat honors Re-store volunteers
Four volunteers were recognized by Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County for their work and
Slovak Society celebrates Christmas in Poland
Adult and youth members of the National Slovak Society Assembly 731 and their invited friends
Poland wrestlers lose two close matches
The Poland varsity wrestling team lost a pair of closely-contested dual matches, falling to South
Santa Claus stops by Boardman Park
Santa Claus stopped by Boardman Park Dec. 9 to have dinner with kids of the community. The park
Dobbins kindergartners deliver cookies
A group of 39 kindergartners from Dobbins Elementary delivered cookies and the holiday spirit to residents of the Blackburn Home Dec. 17 during the annual holiday visit.
Robinwood chorus takes its show on the road
“Bah! Humbug” echoed through the auditorium of Robinwood Lane Elementary Dec. 17 as students reenacted a holiday classic.
Economy brightens as consumers spend, layoffs slow
Economy brightens as consumers spend, layoffs slow
Ohio gets high marks for jobless benefits decisions
Ohio gets high marks for jobless benefits decisions
Todd Franko's column takes over Louie Free radio today at 11 a.m.
The year's wrapping up, and WGFT 1330 AM talk show host Louie Free and Thursday guest Todd Franko, editor of The Vindicator, will have a special show today.
Robber takes presents of 3 small kids as they slept
Three city residents were confronted by burglars Wednesday, according to police reports.
Former South Range complex rezoned
The Mahoning County Planning Commission approved rezoning of the former South Range High School and Elementary School complex, 11836 South Ave., North Lima, from rural residential to general commercial to allow establishment of a business incubator there.
HELOISE: Yellow stains meet match
Dear Heloise: I had yellow stains on the arms of a white long-sleeved cotton shirt and I found a
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Siblings’ fighting disrupts holidays
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Our two children are married with families of their
Boardman police searching for driveway robber
Police are still looking for a man who robbed a couple at gunpoint Wednesday morning.
Trumbull commissioner robbed while he slept
Police say an SUV, a flat-screen television and a cell phone were stolen from the Country Club Drive home of Trumbull County Commissioner Dan Polivka early Tuesday morning while Polivka slept inside.
Oakhill file points to FBI role
Several more documents, revealing significant FBI involvement in the Oak-hill Renaissance Place criminal- conspiracy investigation, were unsealed this week by visiting Judge William H. Wolff Jr.
Harding survives late surges in win
Warren Harding High boys basketball coach Steve Arnold has one thing come to mind when he looks at his team’s brutal remaining schedule: Bring it.
Johnson plans to relocate
U.S. Rep.-elect Bill Johnson wants to sell his house in Poland after the holidays and likely relocate to the Marietta area, the central part of the 6th Congressional District.
Jackson-Milton wrestlers battle CVCA
A sign in the Jackson-Milton gym says “Santa is Coming.” Following a 48-21 loss to Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy on Wednesday, there will be no present for the Bluejays’ wrestling team.
Salem store closing
When businessman Gary Abrams went into the clothing business in 1979, the city’s downtown was “very vibrant.”
Steelers play host to Carolina tonight
The Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t know they’d officially made the playoffs when they left Heinz Field on Sunday night.
Arkansas defenders believe they’re ready for Buckeyes’ Pryor
Associated Press FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. Arkansas has faced more than its share of mobile
Fairfield Inn to face code-violation charges
Staff report Austintown Township fire officials plan to file charges against the Fairfield Inn
Cavaliers lose to Hawks, Johnson
Joe Johnson’s first game with 20 points in almost a month helped the Atlanta Hawks recover from a sluggish start against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Canfield police seek new leads in rape case
City police are increasing the reward money in a 10-year-old rape case with the hope that someone will come forward with new information.
Metheny, Ellis lead Lakeview over Champion
Staff report CORTLAND Elliot Metheny scored 13 points and Ryan Ellis added 11 more for Lakeview
Lawrence officials: Casino pieces are falling into place
Last Thursday was “a very good day for us down in Harrisburg,” said Lawrence County Commissioner Steve Craig.
Agents probe Envy's Closet before burglary
Employees at the Envy’s Closet clothing store on Mahoning Avenue have had a busy two-day period with activity from law enforcement officers and violent burglars.
Man, 46, arrested in dragging of officer
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 46-year-old city man is in Mahoning
Forbes puts Valley on nice list for this winter’s job prospects
The Youngstown area was named one of the best cities to find a job this winter, according to a recent ranking by Forbes.com.
Buffalo Wild Wings, Save-A-Lot share Christmas spirit
Robert Jones, left, and Ricky Paige, both of Youngstown, were among 200 families who received Christmas dinner fixings Wednesday, thanks to the efforts of BW3 restaurants and Save-A-Lot groceries.
Teen sentenced for underage DUI
The man shot by a city police officer and later charged with obstructing official business and driving under the influence of alcohol in the summer will spend the next year on probation.
Investigation continues into assault cases
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two cases of
Struthers council OKs coverage
The city’s Cost Containment Committee has agreed on health-care coverage for city employees.
Restraining order obtained to shut down purported drug house
The city has received a temporary restraining order to shut down what it says is a drug house.
Weathersfield trustees brace for cut in funds
Weathersfield Township trustees are preparing for a 20 percent decrease in the township’s Local Government Funds from the state for 2011.
Police investigate burglaries
Staff report youngstown Three city residents were confronted by burglars Wednesday, according to
Cliff Lee’s Christmas surprise
Opinion: The Daily Gazette, Schenectady, N.Y.: Money isn’t everything. At least not to Cliff Lee, one of the
Girard, Hubbard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty:
Complement foods with locally made beer and wine
With Christmas almost here and New Year’s Eve just around the corner, party season is in high gear.
In the spirit of the season, thanks
Opinion: In the spirit of the season, thanks Thanksgiving would have been a more appropriate time for this
Museum plans to move mastodon
Associated Press COLUMBUS A giant, skeletal rear end is one of the first things to greet
Tragedy, terror, triumph in ’10
Here’s a look at the things that the world saw — and will remember — from 2010.
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 23, the 357th day of 2010. There are 8 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Gulliver’s Travels’: Just a tiny bit original
By Roger Moore The Orlando Sentinel It begins with a very short cartoon starring that
The perfect match: Mahoning Valley wineries share food-pairing tips
What foods go best with wines made with grapes grown in the Mahoning Valley?
NEWSMAKERS: ‘Spider-Man’ resumes with safety measures
‘Spider-Man’ resumes with safety measures; Clinic fires staffer who accused Lohan; Fred Foy dies; known for Lone Ranger intro
Tablack maps out ’11 budget for county
The ongoing effects of the economic recession will be felt in the budgets the Mahoning County commissioners are expected to adopt either today or Wednesday.
Metro digest || Mahoning courthouse front doors reopen
County courthouse front doors reopen YOUNGSTOWN The front doors to the Mahoning County
Congress OKs aid for 9/11 illnesses
Associated Press WASHINGTON After a last-minute compromise, Congress passed legislation
Mahoning County courts filings
MAHONING COUNTY Domestic relations Tao N. Jones and Nicholas M. Jones, dissolution granted.
White House defends intel chief after gaffe
Associated Press WASHINGTON After the nation’s top intelligence official fumbled a simple
Officials look at Robert Bush as new director of county JFS
Mahoning County Commissioners are expected to approve the appointment of Atty. Robert E. Bush Jr. of Youngstown as director of the Mahoning County Department of Job and Family Services.
Committee approves rules, penalties for livestock care
Associated Press COLUMBUS Rules for putting sick livestock to death and civil penalties for
Obama sees season of progress
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama celebrated a bipartisan “season of progress”
Two found dead in Pa. hotel
Associated Press SOMERSET, Pa. Police in western Pennsylvania say a man and a woman were found
NATIONAL AND WORLD NEWS DIGEST: Alaska high court rules against Miller
Alaska high court rules against Miller; Churches cancel Christmas events; Jury recommends death for dad, son
Storm causes hillside collapse in S. California
Associated Press LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. A powerful storm dumped more rain on already waterlogged
Show choir entertains pupils
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Poland From “Jingle Bells” to “Carol of the Bells,” the
Spanish lottery hands out $3 billion
Associated Press MADRID Spain’s beloved Christmas lottery sprinkled $3 billion in holiday cheer
EPA’s rules will hurt economy
Opinion: By Mark J. PERRY McClatchy-Tribune FLINT, Mich. Our nation is in a high stakes race with China
Fireworks Idol singing champ will get a leg up on competition
The Fireworks Idol competition will pack a bigger bang for its contestants next year. The winner
Browns’ Peyton Hillis insists he’s ready to go
Associated Press BEREA His back should be sore. Same goes for his head, shoulders, biceps,
Tax reform has strong advocate
Opinion: WASHINGTON Many parents have heard FICA Screams. Indignant children, holding in trembling hands
ODDLY ENOUGH: Man, 89, comes clean, returns book after 76 years
Man, 89, comes clean, returns book after 76 years; Vermont governor gives press one last dog-and-pony show
Commission OKs deal to keep Preakness Stakes in Baltimore
Associated Press LAUREL, MD. The Maryland Racing Commission approved an agreement on Wednesday
New This Week
New This Week Black Swan (R) sssss Disturbing story of a ballerina who comes unglued. Cinema
Outside forces: Parents have less influence over kids’ diets than expected
Susanna DeRocco uses homegrown vegetables in meals that her two young sons help prepare.
Crosby scores again in Pens’ victory
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Sidney Crosby matched the second-longest NHL scoring streak in 18
Texas, UNI are too tough
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Kwadzo Ahelegbe scored 24 points and Johnny Moran had 15 as Northern
Paterno wants good start to ’11
Associated Press CLEARWATER, FLA. Penn State coach Joe Paterno is looking at the Outback Bowl as
Niners still aiming for playoffs
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, CALIF. The San Francisco 49ers are an NFL enigma. So bad one week,
Comedy club at Metroplex to reopen
After sitting empty for three years, a room at the Metroplex Hotel that once housed The Funny Farm will again be a comedy club.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “A Tribute to Classic TV Sitcoms,SDRq Temple Hadar Israel, 403 E. Moody Ave.,
Contest aims to promote use of condoms
Philadelphia Daily News For an artist trying to penetrate the market, few opportunities are as
‘A Christmas Carol’
Theater veteran brings Dickens classic to radio By MILAN PAURICH entertainment@vindy.com As if
Horizon basketball | Wednesday’s games
Charlotte 57, Wright State 53 CHARLOTTE, N.C. Derrio Green scored 16 points and hit the two
Boise St. routs Utah in MAACO Bowl
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Doug Martin shook Boise State out of its brief postseason funk with
Fabulous Fiesta, an exhibition of Fiestaware ceramics, is on display at the Museum of Ceramics,
Fabulous Fiesta, an exhibition of Fiestaware ceramics, is on display at the Museum of Ceramics,
Top 500 agency
Top 500 agency Austintown Shepherd of the Valley Home Health has been named one of the top 500
Markasky’s signature adds flair to MSB roots
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Working again and again and again is what Youngstown
Hot water cures stubborn warts
Q. I saw a question about warts on the toes of a 7-year-old. My daughter had the same problem 20
Report: Ohio operations need drastic change
By Jim Siegel Columbus Dispatch For foundering state and local governments, the status quo is no
Kwanzaa, Hanukkah similar
Opinion: By Akilah Bolden-Monifa McClatchy-Tribune After a holiday celebration recently at school, my 7-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 22.29 .04 Avalon
EPA must deal with climate
Opinion: By A. JAMES BARNES McClatchy-Tribune BLOOMINGTON, Ind. Unless and until Congress crafts
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Cruze wins award
Cruze wins award lordstown The Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze was one of 10 new vehicles to win
Pope Benedict offers poignant Christmas message on scandal
Editorial: “We must ask ourselves what we can do to repair as much as possible the injustice that has occurred.
UPS, FedEx show growth on peak days
For UPS, it’s beginning to look a lot like a normal Christmas.
NIGHTLIFE
The Brickhouse, 958 E. Midlothian Blvd, Youngstown; 330-782-6000 Thu: Karaoke with Cheryl, 9 p.m.
Holiday retail revenue up
Holiday shoppers are racing to the end of the season at a more feverish pace this year.
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