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Twice stunned, twice bitten
A traffic stop resulted in the confiscation of 1.6 ounces of cocaine and a split lip for one police officer, city police report.
Police trying to determine facts in leg shooting
Police are trying to determine how, why and where a 27-year-old Struthers man was shot in the leg this week.
Boardman man dies after crash in Columbiana County
The Lisbon Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a Wednesday afternoon car accident in Columbiana County that killed a 22-year-old Boardman man.
Brian Jones pleads innocent in shooting
Warren police say Brian K. Jones, 34, of Central Parkway Southeast, shot a 34-year-old Anderson Avenue Northeast man in the foot late Tuesday at Jones’ house.
2 adults, child escape fire in Salem
No one was injured in a fire that began at 5:13 a.m. Wednesday in a rented house at 521 Woodland Ave. and caused an estimated $48,000 in damage.
Airliner slides off runway at Jackson Hole, Wyo.
JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — An airliner landing at Wyoming’s Jackson Hole Airport has slid off the runway.
Slavery paintings coming down from Atlanta office
ATLANTA (AP) — A newly elected commissioner will remove murals depicting an idealized version of
Travelers say airlines failed at customer service
Passengers are lashing out at airlines for poor customer service after this week’s storm on the East
Man gets probation for killing neighbor after dog urinated on lawn
CHICAGO — A Chicago area man who killed a neighbor whose dog urinated on his lawn was sentenced
2 trapped in exploded Detroit store rubble
WAYNE, Mich. (AP) — A family-owned furniture store in suburban Detroit exploded and collapsed in
Real-life member of ‘Sound of Music’ family dies
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (AP) — Agathe von Trapp, a member of the musical family whose escape from Nazi-
Profs start website for rich to give back tax cuts
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Upset the federal government recently extended tax cuts for the rich, three
NC store owner loses $400,000 white Christmas bet
WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina jewelry store owner made a $400,000 bet against a white
NFL fines Favre $50K for ‘failure to cooperate’
NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL has fined Brett Favre $50,000 for a “failure to cooperate” with the
Texting trolley driver admits guilt in Mass. crash
BOSTON (AP) — A former Boston subway driver who authorities say was texting his girlfriend just
Family feud delays Venezuelan president’s burial
MIAMI (AP) — A judge in Miami has delayed the burial of former Venezuelan President Carlos Andres
Yarn about psychic girlfriend named 2010’s top lie
MILWAUKEE (AP) — A Wisconsin man has earned bragging rights as the champion liar of 2010 with this
Mahoning commissioners set 2011 general fund budget
YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Commissoners adopted this morning a $50,983,000 general fund budget
Calif. dispensary sparks food drive with free pot
SOQUEL, Calif. (AP) — A California medical marijuana dispensary has raked in food donations with a
Marrow appointed to the Mill Creek MetroParks Board
Marrow appointed to the Mill Creek MetroParks Board
Here’s the correct number to call for InfoCision jobs
The phone number to call for available positions with InfoCision, a teleservice company in the
Cops: Man playing real-life ‘Frogger’ hit by SUV
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — A man has been hospitalized after police in South Carolina say he was hit by an
Polygamist sect leader due back in Texas court
SAN ANGELO, Texas (AP) — Polygamist sect leader Warren Jeffs is due in court for his final pretrial
Stocks point higher as market approaches new year
NEW YORK (AP) — Stock indexes pointed to small gains today, as the year heads to a close in a thinly
Bodies in Pa. apartment ruled murder-suicide
SINKING SPRING, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in eastern Pennsylvania have ruled the case of a man and a
Erie Airport posts increase in departures
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — For the first time since 2005, Erie International Airport is seeing an increase in
W. Pa. man sought in theft from boy’s casket
PITTSBURGH (AP) — State police are trying to find a western Pennsylvania man who allegedly stole a
Philly court finds nearly $1M sitting in escrow
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Crime victims in Philadelphia will be getting some long-due restitution from
Gardeners install new president
Gardeners install new president TUCSON, ARIZ. Hugh G. Earnhart of Poland, professor emeritus
Appeals court upholds convictions of Antwon Lanier in rape/murder
A three-judge panel of the 7th District Court of Appeals has unanimously upheld the convictions of Antwon Lanier in the August 2005 rape and slaying of Sierra Slaton.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
SUNDAY ITAM Post 3, 115 S. Meridian Road, Youngstown, will serve spaghetti dinners from noon to 5
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Stepdad isn’t wanted in her life
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: My mother died two years ago. She’d been with “Biff”
HELOISE: Leftover eggnog works for breakfast
Dear Heloise: I always have too much leftover eggnog, and I don’t want to throw it away. Do you have
Offer made on Poland's old post office
Village council hopes that the new year will bring renewed interest in an old property.
InfoCision puts out call for 200 more hires
A local phone center announced it is looking to hire 200 Valley workers to aid its growing clientele base.
Power plays ice Phantoms
Special teams breakdowns late in the second period were a major factor on Tuesday as the Youngstown Phantoms’ losing streak grew to five.
Sizing up the facts: WGH beats SVSM
Height, size, length — whatever term one uses, most would agree that it is a plus to have very tall people on a basketball team.
They love Lucy
Tricia Kren and her fiance Troy Litwiler are in the running to win an “I Love Lucy”-themed wedding courtesy of Media One Bridal in Jamestown, N.Y.
Officials analyze Delphi tax effect
Trumbull County taxpayers will be impacted by the dropping value of former Delphi Packard Electric factory buildings along North River Road and Larchmont Avenue.
McDonald passes test at SR
The McDonald boys basketball team seems to be everyone’s Super Bowl right now, leaving little margin for error if they expect to keep their regular season win streak intact.
Lowellville wins in overtime
In a matchup of neighborhood rivals, Lowellville High outscored Springfield 14-7 in overtime to capture a 57-50 boys basketball victory on Tuesday night.
Man in Ponzi case to head to prison
A man who operated a Ponzi scheme in the Mahoning Valley that swindled more than 200 people out of some $9.3 million must report to federal prison Jan. 27.
Ohio’s top court returns 2 requests in Oakhill case to regular schedule
After the failure of mediation attempts, the Ohio Supreme Court returned two public records request cases related to Oakhill Renaissance Place to its regular schedule for further action.
West Virginia can’t stop NC State’s QB
If this was Russell Wilson’s football finale, he sure made the most of it.
Grand jury to hear cases of 3 accused in chain snatching
Three men accused of felony crimes including snatching an $800 gold chain from the neck of a teenage boy will have their cases heard by a Mahoning County grand jury.
Polamalu uncertain for Sunday’s game
The Pittsburgh Steelers probably won’t know until Friday whether safety Troy Polamalu can play in Sunday’s final regular-season game at Cleveland.
Family violence land 2 men in jail
Two city men are in the Mahoning County jail on two separate acts of violence against family members where weapons were used.
Northern Mercer United Way tops $1M, aims higher
The Northern Mercer County United Way 2010 financial campaign had raised more than $1 million as of this month.
Convictions upheld in rape, slaying
A three-judge panel of the 7th District Court of Appeals has unanimously upheld the convictions of Antwon Lanier in the August 2005 rape and slaying of Sierra Slaton.
No. 1: Ursuline football three-peats
The Irish, who may become known as the Bryson Street Bullies, became just the sixth school to win three straight football titles.
Old-school skills
The Boys and Girls Club of Youngstown, 2105 Oak Hill Ave., offers a number of programs for area children, including sports, computer skills and homework help.
Youngstown police investigate 2 robberies
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two separate armed robberies in the city.
Buyer puts in offer for Poland post office
Village council hopes that the new year will bring renewed interest in an old property.
Mahoning County court filings
Marriage licenses Christopher C. Smith, 25, of Austintown, and Tara M. Darbey, 23, of Mineral Ridge.
Agenda Thursday
Springfield Township trustees, special meeting, 10 a.m., at the office of the Mahoning County Prosecutor regarding pending or threatening litigation.
NY struggles to dig out of snow
Associated Press NEW YORK Hundreds of airline passengers were stranded for up to 10 hours on the
Ghosts of Abu Ghraib still haunt Iraq
Opinion: By Uthman al-Mukhtar The Institute for War & Peace Reporting BAGHDAD The name has been
No. 5: YSU hires Wolford to lead football team
After a 3-1 start, YSU lost its final seven games to finish last in the Missouri Valley Football Conference for just the second time in school history.
Enjoying cold-weather veggies? It’s a snap
St. Louis Post-Dispatch If you don’t think the aromas of broccoli, cauliflower or Brussels sprouts
Metro digest || I-680 down to 1 lane
I-680 down to 1 lane YOUNGSTOWN Interstate 680 southbound will be reduced to one lane for
ODDLY ENOUGH: Man pushes stolen TV past police station
Prosecutors in Washington state say a man was arrested when he was caught wheeling a 50-inch television in a shopping cart right past a police station.
NEWSMAKERS: Elton John, partner become parents
Elton John, partner become parents; LeAnn Rimes to wed actor Eddie Cibrian; Blue Notes singer Bernie Wilson dies
Hubbard, Liberty and Girard police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Top 5 selling singles on iTunes for week ending Dec. 21
Top 5 selling singles on iTunes for week ending Dec. 21: v “Grenade”: Bruno Mars v “Firework”:
World digest || Anarchists grow more coordinated
A loosely linked movement of European anarchists who want to bring down state and financial institutions is becoming more violent and coordinated.
Children among 8 hurt in Maine ski-lift accident
Associated Press CARRABASSETT VALLEY, Maine A 35-year-old chair lift set for improvements failed
New laws may be repealed before too long
Associated Press MADISON, Wis. Revamped gun measures and tougher rules for payday lenders are
Ohio court rules for bus-wreck survivors
Associated Press COLUMBUS In a legal victory for victims’ families, Ohio’s highest court ruled
‘Teen Mom’ star faces battery, neglect charges
Associated Press ANDERSON, Ind. Prosecutors in central Indiana have filed felony domestic
Adviser choice to be eyed closely
Associated Press HONOLULU Change is coming soon to the White House economic team, with President
New stamps to be ‘forever’
USPS move aims to help customers cope with postal increases Associated Press WASHINGTON
Favorite recipes span decades
By Joe Bonwich St. Louis Post-Dispatch The winners in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Tried and
Letters, e-mail: Pardon Billy the Kid
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. More people say they favor a pardon for Billy the Kid than
Ohio crime fighters to tap palm-print database
Associated Press CINCINNATI Hundreds of thousands of palm prints are being scanned into a
Lawrence County OKs 2011 budget with no tax hike
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County commissioners unanimously
Doubts about economy linger
Holiday spending surged this year, but Americans still have their doubts about the economy.
ENTERTAINMENT DIGEST: Families sought for commercial
Families of four are being sought for a Disney World commercial to be shot Jan. 7-15 in Orlando, Fla.
2010 rock & pop The best albums
By Greg Kot Chicago Tribune Tens of thousands of albums are released each year. How to narrow
Where are the jobs? Overseas
Associated Press Corporate profits are up. Stock prices are up. So why isn’t anyone hiring?
Scrutinize for-profit colleges
Opinion: The Courier-Journal, Louisville, Ky.: Put into the context of a boxing match, the recent moves
Registry selects 25 films
Associated Press BALTIMORE Darth Vader proclaiming he’s Luke Skywalker’s father and Tony Manero
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Gregory Jr. and Christina Urbanek, Boardman, girl,
One-bite wonders
Chicago Tribune A New Year’s party often means open season on the host’s resources. Whether you
Pryor, Herron regret actions
Associated Press COLUMBUS Star quarterback Terrelle Pryor and four Ohio State teammates
Crosby’s streak at 25 in Pens’ victory
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Sidney Crosby scored twice during a four-point night to extend his
Afghan women face abuse
Opinion: By Bahman Boman Institute for War & Peace Reporting MAZAR-E-SHARIF, Afghanistan Zaiba, 18,
Gov-elect Kasich, GOP get advice from business group
Editorial: Government’s primary role is to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the citizenry, but at
Political end runs in Congress bad for US
Opinion: The Constitution of the United States begins with the words “We the people.” But neither the
GIRLS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
Howland 58, Canton GlenOak 48 CANTON Erika Nites scored nine of her game-high 16 points in the
Cavaliers done in by Orlando’s 3-pointers
Associated Press CLEVELAND Orlando’s new players are fitting in just fine. Gilbert Arenas
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 22.63 .11 Avalon
BOYS BASKETBALL ROUNDUP
East Palestine 72, Leetonia 52 LEETONIA In what was reported to be the 1,000th basketball
Military discrimination ends
Opinion: By Kathi Wolfe McClatchy-Tribune As a lesbian, I am celebrating the end of “don’t ask, don’t
BUSINESS DIGEST: Allstate sues Countrywide
Allstate Corp. has filed a federal lawsuit against Countrywide Financial Corp
Hooked on the Internet? There’s hope
Opinion: By Katherine Ellison Los Angeles Times In the time-honored tradition of Alcoholics Anonymous, I
OSU shocked by Duquesne women
Duquesne rallied from eight points down in the final five minutes to upset No. 13 Ohio State 71-67 on Tuesday.
Stunned Eagles end pursuit of playoff bye
The Philadelphia Eagles got their bye a week early — and not the way they wanted.
No. 10: Porter named Greatest Golfer of the Valley
Porter, who plays at Tippecanoe Country Club in Canfield, overcame a four-shot deficit to earn the title of the Greatest Golfer of the Valley in the inaugural event. The tournament, cosponsored by The Vindicator and Farmers National Bank, drew more than 100 area golfers who each hoped to be crowned the best.
No. 8: TOTV succeeds in second year
The second Tour of the Valley in July attracted cyclists from several states as well as curious spectators for an event that organizers hope will continue to grow.
No. 4: Poland 12-year-old softball team competes in LLWS
Poland’s 11-12-year-old softball team earned the trip — the first for a Mahoning Valley team of that age — by sweeping the Ohio tournament then going to Cathage, Mo., to win Little League’s Central Region tournament by triumphing in all six of their games.
No. 9: Jones, McCarthy live NFL dreams
Donald Jones and Kyle McCarthy didn’t let a draft snub affect their NFL dreams.
No. 7: The Vindicator sports staff loses Kovach, Housteau
Two popular and respected members of The Vindicator sports staff were lost during 2010.
No. 6: YSU women go winless
The Penguins posted an 0-30 campaign en route to the first winless season in school history.
No. 2: Akise Teague named Mr. Football
After having one of the best seasons in school history, Ursuline High senior running back Akise Teague was awarded with the state’s most prestigious honor.
No. 3: Brode wins national indoor shot put title
At the Nike Indoor Nationals in Boston — about a 10-minute train ride from his future school, Harvard University — Brode won the national indoor shot put title with a throw of 64 feet, 10 1/2 inches.
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