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Saturday meeting will explain need for Loweville tax increase
LOWELLVILLE — Village officials are ready to ask residents for an increase in the village income tax.
American missionaries charged with child kidnapping in Haiti today
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Ten members of a U.S. missionary group who said they were trying to rescue 33 child victims of Haiti’s devastating earthquake were charged with child kidnapping and criminal association on Thursday, their lawyer said.
Woman who injured Austintown cop gets early release from prison
Woman who injured Austintown cop gets early release from prison
RTI reports fourth-quarter and annual loss, looks for improvement in 2010
RTI reports fourth-quarter loss
Mahoning commissioners approve electrical aggregation plan
Mahoning commissioners approve electrical aggregation plan
Pa. judge won’t toss case involving Canadian juror
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A western Pennsylvania judge has denied a defense attorney’s bid to have his
Healthy baby campaign uses text messages to reach expectant moms
Healthy baby campaign uses text messages to reach expectant moms
Ex-Girard councilman files to run against Tim Ryan for Congress
Ex-Girard councilman files to run for Congress
Attorney says Michael Jackson's doc is talking surrender
Attorney says Michael Jackson's doc is talking surrender
RTI hurt by slowdown in titanium market
RTI International Metals posted a net loss of $57.3 million in the fourth quarter, compared with
Mahoning engineer's office gets grant to post watershed signs
Engineer's office gets grant to post watershed signs
UPDATE: Mark Aaron Brown execution expected at 10:20 a.m.
UPDATE: Mark Aaron Brown execution expected at 10:20 a.m.
Brown’s final hours spent on phone with family
LUCASVILLE — Mark Aaron Brown spent much of the day and night on the phone in the hours leading up
LOUIE TODAY: Dave Betras and the Dems plus Editor Todd
Get your morning fix of Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, as he talks politics with Franklin County Probate Judge Eric Brown who'll be stopping into the downtown studio with Atty. David Betras, Mahoning County Democratic Party chairman. Brown announced this week that he's running for the state's top judicial job, which will be an open seat for the first time since 1986.
Plenty of talent to be off to college
High school athletes from across the Valley signed letters-of-intent to play college football
Brown to be executed today
A T-bone steak and ice cream were to be part of the killer’s special meal. COLUMBUS — Mark
Wolford confident of YSU future
YOUNGSTOWN — New Youngstown State football coach Eric Wolford took a seat near the back of a
Web reviewers rank Boardman’s Vintage Estate world’s No. 1 beer retailer
BOARDMAN — Vintage Estate didn’t have a long climb, but it has reached the top of the mountain of
Policy on hiring in Youngstown police and fire departments remains
YOUNGSTOWN — Despite concerns by the mayor about lawsuits if Youngstown doesn’t change its policy on
Wakeup call fails to fix Phantoms
Rich Young scored the only goal for Youngstown, which lost 5-1 to the Indiana Ice. YOUNGSTOWN
Campbell girls close in on dream of an AAC crown
LEAVITTSBURG — The Campbell Memorial High girls basketball team on Wednesday took another big step
Court suspends Atty. DiMartino on bigamy charge
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Supreme Court has suspended Boardman Atty. Dennis A. DiMartino from law practice
Dog’s caretaker to spend 2 months in jail
The boy’s family is happy with the court’s decision. YOUNGSTOWN — The caretaker of a large pit
Harding starts slowly, then bolts past Mooney
YOUNGSTOWN — The Warren G. Harding High girls basketball team trailed Cardinal Mooney after the
Taking a stand: Neighbors try to do what authorities couldn't
HILLSVILLE, Pa. — When Joseph Nestasie and a small band of his neighbors didn’t get satisfaction from authorities regarding a Main Street intersection, they took matters into their own hands.
Prep basketball roundup Wednesday’s other games
GIRLS East 55, Warrensville Heights 27 WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS — Lesa Oliver had 12 points and six
Campbell officials keep health benefits
Council is considering adding a fee onto water bills for street lights. CAMPBELL — City
Cedar Point sets auditions, job interviews
SANDUSKY — Cedar Point amusement park will have auditions and interviews Friday for performers,
Teamsters officer indicted in embezzlement
CLEVELAND — A federal grand jury here has indicted a Youngstown man on charges of union embezzlement
New YSU president will have residence on campus
This historic Pollock House, most recently known as the Wick Pollock Inn, will once again become a single-family residence. The mansion is located Wick Avenue across from the Butler Museum of American Art.
‘Yuck’ factor prevents use of treatment
Q. When one of our sons was 9 months old, almost 50 years ago, he had earaches. At the time,
‘Full Contact’ looks behind the NFL scenes
Plenty of things can go wrong at such an event, and many do. By GUY D’ASTOLFO TruTV calls its
America’s deficit, debt paint dire picture
Opinion: David Walker is not your typical holy roller. Bald, bespectacled baby boomers don’t make passionate
MetroPlex will become Clarion
LIBERTY — A Clarion Hotel sign will go up May 1, advertising the MetroPlex Hotel and Convention
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Producers,” directed by J.E. Ballantyne. Chagrin Valley Little Theater, 40 River St.,
Movie listings
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Iraqi court lifts ban on Saddam-linked candidates
Iraqi court lifts ban on Saddam-linked candidates BAGHDAD — An Iraqi appeals court Wednesday set
Actress becomes face of new sci-fi show ‘Caprica’
“There’s no character that’s ever been written like that before. There’s been strong female
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Brookfield 41, Girard 30 Campbell 67,
Block 5 box
if you go What: “Block 5” When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday Where: Main
Study: Vegetative brains show some signs of awareness
NEW YORK (AP) — Scientists have detected glimmers of awareness in some vegetative brain- injury
Veterans are split on policy change for gays in service
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Don’t ask, don’t tell? Ask those who’ve fought in Iraq or Afghanistan about the
Mahoning County Court filings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Luke J. Nieb, 30, of 10374 Beloit Snodes Road, Beloit, and
Girard, Hubbard and Liberty police calls
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Feb. 1 Theft: A
Blue-chip prospects flock to Florida
NEW YORK (AP) — This much is certain at Florida: Any doubts about Urban Meyer’s future with the
Critics are so predictable, and hypocritical, too
Opinion: Critics are so predictable, and hypocritical, too EDITOR: There are several things in life that
Years ago
Today is Thursday, Feb. 4, the 35th day of 2010. There are 330 days left in the year. On this date
Turner eligible to be Buckeye
What in the heck is the kid doing? Dan Reardon wondered. The Ursuline High football coach was
Diebler comes through late for Buckeyes’ win
COLUMBUS (AP) — It wasn’t a memorable game for Jon Diebler — until the very end. The Ohio State
Colts, Saints show passing wins in NFL
MIAMI (AP) — In the 1973 Super Bowl, Bob Griese threw a grand total of 11 passes to help the Miami
Travolta is bright spot in ‘From Paris With Love’
In the space of just a few weeks, we have movies starring Harrison Ford, Mel Gibson and John
Can Kathryn Bigelow break gender barrier?
She is well-positioned to become the first woman to win best director for ‘Hurt Locker.’
‘Preacher’s Kid’ enters second week on screen
“Preacher’s Kid,” the film written and directed by Youngstown native Stan Foster, will get at least
Texas blues-rocker returns to area
After playing Sharon, Pa., last year, Texas blues guitarist and rocker Jim Suhler can’t wait to
Who said it?
Opinion: “No one is in charge. There’s no topdown leadership.” Dr. Rob Maddox Who tends to dozens of
Wal-Mart laying off 300 at Ark. headquarters
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. said Wednesday that a cut of 300 headquarters workers
Tressel adds 18 to roster; others say no thanks
COLUMBUS (AP) — Despite locking up 18 recruits on the first day for football signings Wednesday,
Obama: No more Mr. Nice Guy
Opinion: The gloves are off. President Obama made a brief effort to sound bipartisan last week, saying he
F.Y.I. || ‘Dora,’ ‘Backyardigans’ to visit Covelli Centre
‘Dora,’ ‘Backyardigans’ to visit Covelli Centre YOUNGSTOWN — “Storytime Live!” is coming to
Area CD RATES
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All
Getting it right
Donald Allen of Boardman is running as a Republican in the 6th Congressional District race. His
Shel Silverstein box
IF YOU GO What: “An Adult Evening of Shel Silverstein” Where: The Oakland Center for the
Elekta VMAT treatment
Elekta VMAT treatment YOUNGSTOWN — Partners for Urology Health, a joint venture between Humility
Dish ad hits DirecTV over celebrity endorsements
Dish ad hits DirecTV over celebrity endorsements Satellite TV providers Dish Network Corp. and
if you go
if you go Who: Jim Suhler and Monkeybeat When: 8 p.m. Monday Where: Tully’s Pub & Grille, 101
Parents announce Simmons-Hudak wedding plans
Plans for the upcoming marriage of Carissa Ann Simmons of Sharon, Pa., and Charley Hudak of Hubbard
Officers of St. Anthony Auxiliary compile 2010 calendar of events
STRUTHERS — Newly elected officers of St. Anthony Auxiliary of Struthers met recently at Bruno’s
ENTERTAINMENT CHOICES IN AND AROUND GREATER YOUNGSTOWN
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Husband’s family thwarts effort to stay sober
Dear Annie: I have a daughter from a previous marriage, and my husband and I have a son together.
A future rooted in the past
Opinion: WASHINGTON — On Day One of his vow to take “meaningful steps to rein in our debt,” Barack Obama
Nothing’s irreversible on ‘Lost’
“Nothing’s irreversible,” says Jack Shepherd (Mathew Fox) to John Locke (Terry O’Quinn) in the
Friday is opening night for “The Fabric of a Man” at the Youngstown Playhouse and
Friday is opening night for “The Fabric of a Man” at the Youngstown Playhouse and “An Adult Evening
Elfman helps viewers find the funny
NEW YORK — Jenna Elfman knows comedy. She starred in “Dharma & Greg” from 1997 to 2002, won a Golden
BEST BETS ON TV
“Surviving Survivor” (8 p.m., CBS): Sit tight, “Survivor” fans. The new season is just a week away.
Rejection motivates Super players
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The overlooked, the underrated and the outright rejected have somehow
2 Valley Democrats endorse Brunner for U.S. Senate bid
YOUNGSTOWN — Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner finally received her first endorsements from
YSU continues purchasing in ‘Fifth Avenue Gateway’
The university is moving closer to owning property it needs to build athletic fields.
Spouse killer is denied parole
Marie Poling and her boyfriend dumped her husband’s body in two areas of western Pennsylvania.
Bishop Wagner’s services scheduled
The public funeral service will be at the Covelli Centre on Wednesday. YOUNGSTOWN — Services for
Uncertainty over terror trials
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: As a presidential candidate, Barack Obama made no secret of his plan to begin
Canfield council laments cable prices
CANFIELD — Another rate increase is in store for city residents who receive cable services through
Blogging loses favor among the young
CHICAGO (AP) — Could it be that blogs have become online fodder for the — gasp! — more-mature
Dialysis patients in limbo
ATLANTA (AP) — Before she started receiving dialysis treatments at Atlanta’s Grady Memorial
Metro digest || Crash kills passenger
Boardman woman killed in Youngstown crash YOUNGSTOWN — Pamela Kennedy, 28, of Boardman was killed
Obama urges Dems to focus on big problems
WASHINGTON — A feisty but occasionally frustrated President Barack Obama tried Wednesday to calm
Prius brakes questioned; Toyota probe expands
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans should park their recalled Toyotas unless driving to dealers for
Americans buy cheaper alcohol
Americans buy cheaper alcohol The lowest-priced segment grew the fastest. NEW YORK —
HELOISE: Wife socks it to the problem of leaking travel mugs
Dear Heloise: My husband bought six new stainless-steel travel coffee cups. They are beautiful, and
Award shows importance of smoke detectors
CHAMPION — Four members of a family who survived a fire at their home on U.S. Route 422 in Champion
Suit alleges negligence by YMHA
YOUNGSTOWN — A resident of Struthers Manor has sued the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority,
G-7 heads deep into the Arctic
IQALUIT, Nunavut (AP) — This Canadian Arctic capital has no stop lights and didn’t start naming its
Bombing draws attention to US presence
SHAHI KOTO, Pakistan (AP) — The deaths of three American special-operations soldiers in a roadside
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, will serve free hot
Great Lakes activists to ask for more funds
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Great Lakes advocates pledged Wednesday to lobby Congress to improve on
Boardman man jailed in beating of two women
YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman man is in the Mahoning County jail with bond set at $200,000, accused of
Niles bridge replacement discussed
NILES — It makes more sense to replace rather than repair the closed Olive Street Bridge, according
Mickelson goes for 3 in a row
LOS ANGELES (AP) — No one is about to change the nickname to Phil’s Place or Lefty’s Lane. Riviera
Academy to use new voting system for best picture
The Oscars are using a preferential voting system this year to determine the best picture winner.
Jackson family wants tougher charges
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Michael Jackson’s family believes involuntary-manslaughter charges against the
Oakland Center brings ‘Shel Silverstein’ to stage
Cartoonist, writer of short stories, plays, children’s books and poetry, and even an acclaimed
‘From Paris with Love’
‘From Paris with Love’ Grade: D Director: Pierre Morel Rating: R for bloody violence
Parts of I-680 to be renamed for McGuffey, Powell, Korea veterans
YOUNGSTOWN — A legendary educator, a hero of the Vietnam War and the veterans of the Korean War are
Seeger will donate banjo to Rock Hall
Seeger will donate banjo to Rock Hall FISHKILL, N.Y. — Folk musician Pete Seeger has pulled his
Time Warner posts profit in 4th quarter
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Time Warner Inc. made a profit in the fourth quarter despite a decline in
Obama reignites the mommy wars
Opinion: President Obama has embarked on a new effort to address the economic concerns of struggling
Holocaust drama ‘Block 5’ in Columbiana for final shows
Those who did not get a chance to see “Block 5” at the Victorian Players Theatre have three more
Ravens owner claims many NFL teams are struggling financially
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said Wednesday that several NFL
Blue Jackets fire Hitchcock
COLUMBUS (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets fired defensive-minded coach Ken Hitchcock on Wednesday,
Movie Gallery files for Chapter 11
NEW YORK (AP) — Movie Gallery Inc., owner of the Hollywood Video movie-rental chain, has filed for
Ohio couple sues over recall, claiming fraud
CINCINNATI (AP) — A Cincinnati couple represented by a veteran civil-action attorney has filed a
Mayor O’Brien’s giveback should be common event
Editorial: Just weeks after the unions representing most employees in Warren city government agreed to have
Business Digest
REGION Cruze is award finalist DETROIT — The Chevrolet Cruze is a finalist for the World Car
Application lets colorblind discern colors
In preparing for this article, I once again became very aware of how we take so many things for
UNDER THE INFLUENCE
Drunk, women put themselves, others at risk mcclatchy newspapers DETROIT — This promises to be a
Black History Month travel tour scheduled
Black History Month travel tour scheduled YOUNGSTOWN — Celebrate Black History Month with a trip
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Health Center Anthony and Katie Farrell, Youngstown, boy, Feb. 2. David and Anna
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