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Special winter concert
CANFIELD — The Canfield Community Concert Band is presenting a special winter concert at 3 p.m. Jan. 17 in Canfield High School Auditorium. Admission will be canned goods or cash donations to benefit Operation Blessing.
Resort to be site of McHale-Bakal March wedding
Resort to be site of McHale-Bakal March wedding MCDONALD — Joe and Kay McHale, 827 Florida Ave.,
Winter wedding for Bartholomew-Davies union
Winter wedding for Bartholomew- Davies union BOARDMAN — Joe and Gail Bartholomew of Boardman
Vegetarian cooking class to begin Sunday
Vegetarian cooking class to begin Sunday BOARDMAN — The Evergreen Seventh-day Adventist Church,
ANNIE'S MAILBOX: Family constantly tells her she's worthless
Dear Annie: I’m 42, and my mother, sister and adult daughter have all informed me repeatedly that
Winter Story Time for kids, families
NEWTON FALLS — It is not too late to sign up for Newton Falls Public Library’s Winter Story Time session.
Female vets needed
WARREN — The YWCA Warren T.E.A.M. Mentoring Program is looking for female Trumbull County veterans willing to speak to small groups of fourth-grade students about their military experience.
Condo destroyed in Boardman
BOARDMAN — Township firefighters were called to a fire at a condominium residence at 820 Southwestern Run, off Western Reserve Road and South Street, at 7:08 p.m. Friday.
Historic log cabin burns down
NEW WATERFORD — A Friday afternoon fire destroyed a log cabin built in the 1700s that had been moved from Unity to Waterford Road and restored for the U.S. Bicentennial in 1976.
Cause of death determined
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A woman who was found dead near a shallow creek in Shenango Township died of combined- drug intoxication, said the Lawrence County coroner.
WOLFORD: DRIVEN TO SUCCEED
YSU FOOTBALL Coach Eric Wolford logs extra miles for recruiting By JOE SCALZO New Youngstown
School-bus crash in Warren sends students to hospitals
The extent of the students’ injuries was not disclosed. WARREN — Several Warren G. Harding High
Inmates give officials the slip
Mahoning had at least three cases of prisoners’ taking off handcuffs last month. YOUNGSTOWN —
Force extends Phantoms skid; Serratore, Gensler net goals
Fargo shut down Youngstown’s offense for a 4-2 win at the Covelli Centre. By JOHN KOVACH
Each side in Struthers church dispute to air views on call for secession
The local church finds the national church too liberal. YOUNGSTOWN — Each side in a
2 Phantoms named to the All-Star squad
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Phantoms forwards Taylor Holstrom and Nick Czinder have been named to play
4 get jail time in 2008 beating of man
Each of the men received no fewer than 30 days in jail. YOUNGSTOWN — Four area men will serve
Canfield’s pressure too much for Salem
The Cardinals used a smothering defense and 18 points from senior Mike Podolsky in a 69-46 win over
Seniors appreciate inmate-labor program
Seniors appreciate inmate-labor program By ED RUNYAN WARREN — A popular program established by
LaBrae rallies from way back for Blue win
The Vikings were down by 20 points in the second quarter, but stormed back to win.
Council rescinds raises for workers
The mayor said council should trust the advice of the longtime village clerk, who says the money is
Fitch can’t weather Uniontown Lake’s offensive storm
AUSTINTOWN — Enough snow fell late Thursday to close both Fitch High and Uniontown Lake.
McMenamy’s owner plans to contest noise ordinance
The defendant will appeal his conviction. NILES — Robert Leonard, owner of McMenamy’s on
Expert espouses a return to traditional parenting
The columnist is known for his no-nonsense approach to child-rearing. BOARDMAN — Earlier this
TMH Foundation gives $10,000 to Valley’s Inclusive Playground
WARREN — The Trumbull Memorial Hospital Foundation awarded $10,000 to the Valley’s Inclusive
Mahoning closed, Trumbull open — who decides?
Judi Ebert of Boardman stands alongside a parking lot full of snow-covered buses, after picking up her paycheck at the Youngstown Board of Education's Bus Depot. The nine-year veteran driver and her fellow drivers had Friday off after most Mahoning County schools closed in the wake of heavy snow and freezing conditions. Ebert was then off to shuttle her friends' kids to the YMCA to spend their day.
UPS to cut 1,800 jobs
ATLANTA (AP) — Shipping giant UPS Inc. will cut 1,800 management and administrative jobs, less than
We’re becoming a nation of fruitcakes
Opinion: I once asked my Aunt Mary what her beliefs were on the subject of life after death. She said:
Strength to endure life’s trials grounded in faith
Every problem and troubling situation believers face in this life is allowed by God for a specific
Hispanics flock to Pentecostal churches
The Hispanic brand of worship is highly emotional, very intense and extremely personal.
FOR MEN OF FAITH
on a mission The event May 8 in Youngstown will challenge men to live what they believe.
Sports digest
ysu Swim team falls YOUNGSTOWN — Penguin freshman Samantha Roberts won the 200-yard breaststroke
FBI arrests 2 more in NYC terrorism investigation
FBI arrests 2 more in NYC terrorism investigation Eds: UPDATES with lawyer saying second suspect
Metro digest || Man pleads guilty to aggravated assault
Man pleads guilty to aggravated assault WARREN — Kenneth Rowles, 52, of Warren Township pleaded
School lunch menu
French toast sticks, sausage, potato triangle, applesauce Hot dog, potato, fruit & dessert
Cold continues to keep much of the US in a deep freeze
ATLANTA (AP) — The unyielding cold spell gripping much of the nation was expected to hang on tight
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ralph V. Funaro, 34, of 5598 1‚Ñ2 Madrid Drive, Austintown,
Winter concert to benefit Operation Blessing
The Canfield Community Concert Band under the direction of Anthony Cebriak will present a special
Wolford still assembling his staff, plans to meet team on Wednesday
YOUNGSTOWN — New Youngstown State football coach Eric Wolford didn’t want anyone on Jon Heacock’s
Sports briefs
Sign up for baseball and softball Austintown Community Baseball & Girls Fastpitch Softball sign-up
School lunch menu
Spicy chicken strips, triangle potato, green beans, ice cream cup Corn dog, nachos & cheese, mixed
School lunch menu
Hot dog w/ bun, potato, fruit Breadsticks w/ meat sauce, potato, fruit, cookie Papa John’s
School lunch menu
Chicken nuggets, fries, fruit or vegetable, fortune cookie Pizza sticks, salad, fruit, choc.
School lunch menu
Chicken nuggets, fruit or vegetable, one side Chicken fajita, fruit or vegetable, one side
GM’s Saab unit starts to wind down
STOCKHOLM — The board of General Motors’ Swedish unit Saab on Friday took the first formal step to
School lunch menu
Bbq rib w/ bun, spiral fries, fruit, twix Spaghetti w/ meatballs, garlic bread, green beans,
75th birthday of Elvis marked
TUPELO, Miss. (AP) — The simple white shotgun shack where Elvis Presley was born is so tiny it could
Our Town briefs
Library hosts Baby Brilliant program The Poland Public Library will host Baby Brilliant: Bonding
Special delivery at Omni Manor
Matt Severn, an Austintown Walgreens employee, has a mission. A few years ago, he visited his
Weekly quiz
Weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xA Q J 10 7 6 5 uK 10 7 6 vVoid wK 5 The
A ‘Big’ complicated mess?
“Big Love” asks a lot — too much — as it begins a fourth season Sunday (9 p.m., HBO). It’s one of
NBC says it backs O’Brien amid reports of shake-up
CHICAGO — After reports that NBC could move Jay Leno back to late-night television and that Conan
Afghan woman faces bleak future
Opinion: American thinking about Afghanistan these days is largely focused on figures: troop numbers,
Neighbors Spotlight: Suzanne Heino
Suzanne Heino Age: 38 Family: Husband, two kids, 6 and 4 Groups: Mostly, it’s been my kids’
Our Town briefs
Canned good collection The Adult Education Medical Assistant Program at Mahoning County Career
Defense plan may change in killing of doctor
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A man accused of killing one of the nation’s few late-term abortion providers
Pastor installation
Pastor installation YOUNGS-TOWN — The Rev. Samuel G. Holmes Jr. of New Castle, Pa., will be
School lunch menu
Buffalo chicken tenders, roll, veggies, fruit Cheese pizza, breadstick, green beans, fruit, milk
men’s rally
men’s rally A celebration and challenge The Men’s Rally in the Valley will be a one-day program
Chicken tenders, roll, sauce, broccoli, fruit
Chicken tenders, roll, sauce, broccoli, fruit Cheese pizza, breadstick, carrots, fruit, milk
Fox pulls first 2 episodes of ‘Our Little Genius’
Fox pulls first 2 episodes of ‘Our Little Genius’ NEW YORK — Fox won’t be starting its kiddie quiz
McClatchy Newspapers
Voices of faith: In light of the current financial situation, how should we view money? The Rev.
Hit film ‘Avatar’ helps lift earnings estimates of News Corp.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Blue-skinned aliens are helping Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp. see green. The
School lunch menu
Chicken nuggets, waffle fries or garden salad, dinner roll and fruit Ham and cheese stromboli,
N. Lima company hired to oversee church projects
NORTH LIMA — Cogun Inc., which manages church-construction projects, has been hired to oversee
Louder note of concern
The Oregonian, Portland: What did we learn from President Barack Obama’s turn at the microphone
Neighbors Spotlight: Greg Gulas
Greg Gulas Age: 55 Career: I will start my 30th year at Youngstown State University on Feb. 6.
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES • Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1963 will meet at noon Jan. 20 at Nicolinni’s on
Business digest
REGION USW contract at Severstal extended to Jan. 31 WARREN — A labor contract between Severstal
religion Fast facts
What is Evangelism? Evangelism involves spreading the Gospel to nonbelievers. In the United States,
local topics on TV | Sunday program
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21; rebroadcast at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday on Time
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Jan. 9, the ninth day of 2010. There are 356 days left in the year. On this date
Chaney graduate Smith shows Jets his versatility
NEW YORK — Chaney High graduate Brad Smith is no longer a gimmick, someone the New York Jets call on
MAHONING COUNTY \ Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people this week:
Alex Green, 24, Bakers Street, superseding indictment, two counts of felonious assault. Daniel
Saban not counting on an Alabama repeat just yet
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Nick Saban cracked a few jokes and even some smiles, deadpanning about
SC governor asks judge to OK divorce
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford has asked a judge to approve his wife’s
Youth group raises funds for Relay for Life
The Junior Division of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernian’s (LAOH), Golden Rose Queen Of Ireland
Performance includes flutist
Canfield Middle School seventh- and eighth-grade symphonic band members were entertained by a
Metro digest || Boardman condo fire
Boardman condo fire BOARDMAN — Township firefighters were called to a fire at a condominium
Nigerian suspect in thwarted attack on airliner pleads innocent in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — A Nigerian man accused of trying to ignite an explosive on a Detroit-bound U.S.
Our Town briefs
Red Cross seeks volunteers The American Red Cross Mahoning Chapter, 8392 Tod Ave., is looking to
Zenobia brings cultured tastes to Canfield
The authentic taste from Syria can be enjoyed without having
NHL roundup Friday’s games
Devils-Lightning postponed NEWARK, N.J. — The New Jersey Devils’ game against the Tampa Bay
Youth raises funds for Relay for Life
The Junior Division of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernian’s (LAOH), Golden Rose Queen Of Ireland
Raspanti brings new perspective to council
By ASHLEY LUTHERN aluthern@vindy.com (Editor’s note: This is the second in a three-part series
Middle school wrestlers off to solid start
With enough students to support two teams, the Austintown Fitch Middle School “Red” and “Blue”
Local orthodontist completes marathon
By COURTNEY DENEN cdenen@vindy.com Boardman orthodontist Stephen Begezda recently completed the
Team Office turns 30 this year
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Only excellent customer care partnered with the support of
Austintown church hosts free concert
Austintown church hosts free concert Austintown Community Church on S. Canfield-Niles Road will
Murphy hopeful for Naval Academy future
By ASHLEY LUTHERN aluthern@vindy.com One conversation with a relative changed Sean Murphy’s
YMCA hosts youth basketball clinic
YMCA hosts youth basketball clinic The YMCA will host a clinic to teach the proper technique of
Mock aims to be visible as new school board member
By ASHLEY LUTHERN aluthern@vindy.com (Editor’s note: This is the second of a four-part series
Corso earns Scouting’s highest honor
Dustin J. Corso, a son of Dom and Daisy Corso of Boardman, has received his Eagle Scout award, Boy
Cartwright chosen as trustee chairwoman
Marie Cartwright will be the township trustee chairwoman for 2010. She was chosen by fellow
Boardman frosh looking for team chemistry
Now in his third season as the Spartans’ ninth grade head boys’ mentor, Dan McKeown has his team off
Chicken tenders, roll, broccoli, fruit, milk
Chicken tenders, roll, broccoli, fruit, milk Cheeseburger, green beans, fruit, milk Cheese
Johnson-Phillips wedding plans are announced
CANFIELD — The engagement of Molly Johnson and Michael A. Phillips, and plans for their upcoming
Two linked to al-Qaida arrested in NYC plot
NEW YORK (AP) — Two men linked to an alleged al-Qaida associate accused of a plot to attack New York
Zetts takes over Boardman girls’ freshman team
Former Spartan three-sport great Tom Zetts has a new mailing address and it’s to the left of the
Austintown’s McGlynn makes Eagles’ fan dream a reality
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com You wouldn’t likely find yourself in an argument with 17-
Goodwill, Dell partner for computer disposal program
Goodwill Industries now offer a responsible and eco-friendly way to dispose of unused computers and
No firings expected over failures
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is not expected to announce the firing of any officials over
Glenwood wrestlers earn win over Massillon Perry
The Boardman Glenwood wrestling team went 2-2 at the Federal League Duals tournament Dec. 19. The
Boardman swimmers claim individual victories
The Boardman varsity swim teams dropped Federal League meets Dec. 11 against North Canton Hoover.
Independent pharmacies in Canfield, Poland close
Independent pharmacies in Canfield and Poland have closed and transferred customer files to Giant
Leaders suggest resolutions
There are many practical goals that you can aim for that are beneficial to you and others.
U.S. reaps huge benefits from foreign assistance programs
Editorial: One of the most recognizable symbols of America’s commitment to improving the lives of the
Rice and Smith lead 17 Hall of Fame finalists
NEW YORK (AP) — If ever two players seemed like locks to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame in their
FRIDAY’S RESULTS
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Brookfield 69, Champion 42 Canton GlenOak 69,
Sports briefs
YMCA basketball The YMCA will host a clinic to teach the proper techniques of ball handling and
Neighbors Spotlight: Kasey Scott
Age: 37 Family: I have the best daughter a mother can ask for. Avery, who is 7 years old is a very
Concession centers dedicated
Two new community concession centers and pavilions were dedicated recently at Fitch Falcon Stadium.
Cartwright focuses on trustee communication
Cartwright By ASHLEY LUTHERN (Editor’s note: This is the second in a four-part series about new
“The Wishing Well” (9 p.m., Hallmark): In “The Wishing Well,” Jordan Ladd
“The Wishing Well” (9 p.m., Hallmark): In “The Wishing Well,” Jordan Ladd plays a jaded reporter who
sunday news shows Scheduled guests
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Christina Romer, chairwoman of the
Holmgren conducts another interview
Holmgren conducts another interview Browns President Mike Holmgren has interviewed Seattle pro
Browns’ Holmgren meets Seahawks’ Lewis for GM role
CLEVELAND (AP) — His coach locked in place, new Browns president Mike Holmgren continued his search
School lunch menu
Chicken patty, fries, fruit, milk, baked potato bar, milk French toast, yogurt, potato, oranges,
Calhoun targets police issue first
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Newly elected Boardman Township Trustee Brad Calhoun has
Resolve in 2010: Join Neighbors
HAPPY 2010. With the holidays behind us, Neighbors is pushing ahead to become the 2010 source for
State digest
State digest OHIO Sham auditor candidate enters guilty plea CLEVELAND — A man has admitted
Small investors flee Wall Street
NEW YORK (AP) — Edward Shook can’t resist a bull market. He rode the one in the late 1990s and
Snow-covered sidewalks biggest issue at village meeting
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Poland Village held its first council meeting of 2010
Sports Briefs
Hoops Classic looking for teams The 2010 Hoops Classic is accepting boys and girls teams in the
Neighbors Spotlight: Ken Adams
Ken Adams Age: 38 Family: I have a wonderful wife, and two boys. I met my wife, Lisa, at age 17
Orthodontist completes marathon
By COURTNEY DENEN cdenen@vindy.com Boardman orthodontist Stephen Begezda recently completed the
Another successful year for Canfield First Night
Canfield enjoyed its 12th annual New Year’s Eve celebration of the Arts and like years before, it
Doctor sentenced to 21 years-plus in sex case
HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) — A pediatrician convicted of sex crimes involving former patients, money
Rosemond to speak at Boardman High Saturday
SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Earlier this week, family psychologist and best-selling author John
Stroup, Navarro cut their hair for a cause
To many, hair is an indispensable physical attribute. For
Family dinner marks Lenharts’ 50th anniversary
CANFIELD — Dr. and Mrs. Milton J. Lenhart, 3359 Linden Place, were honored by family members as they
Source: District attorney to seek indictment of Jackson doctor
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Prosecutors are prepared to seek an indictment of Michael Jackson’s doctor on a
Recent attacks warn of al-Qaida ‘mini-fronts’
WASHINGTON (AP) — From Detroit to Afghanistan, scattered terrorists inspired and equipped by al-
At last, forecast calls for snowless January day
YOUNGSTOWN — There’s an end in sight — though a temporary one — for the snowfall in the Mahoning
Dryer sheet will keep dog’s fur static free
heloise Dryer sheet keeps dog’s fur static free and fragrant Dear Heloise: During dry winter
Los Gallos continues expansion with more locations
By DON SHILLING shilling@vindy.com Israel Zambrano, owner of Los Gallos Restaurant, has a
Police Blotter
Dec. 22 Breaking and entering: A hammer was used to smash a front window at Ianazone’s Pizza, 7271
Police Blotter
CANFIELD Dec. 23 Drug possession: Police charged Thomas J. Tate, 34, 3575 Meander Reserve
Blotter
Dec. 21 Fraud: Two unauthorized transactions were made on a Visa debit account at an apartment in
Boardman man wins lottery
By COURTNEY DENEN cdenen@vindy.com All those trips to the lottery counter finally paid off for
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