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Passengers delayed for hours at JFK today after security breach
NEW YORK (AP) — A busy terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport was evacuated Saturday after a passenger opened a restricted door and set off an alarm, officials said.
Ecumenical tea is Monday in Struthers
STRUTHERS — The 11th annual Struthers Churches Ecumenical Tea is Monday at Holy Trinity Church, 250 N. Bridge St.
Former MTV star to speak in Sharon Wednesday
SHARON, Pa. — Penn State University’s Shenango Campus will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life with a presentation by poet, musician and social-educator Mohammed Bilal at noon Wednesday in the Forker Laboratory Forum.
Warren man dead after car crash this morning
WARREN — A city man died after losing control of his vehicle this morning.
910th Airlift Wing at Youngstown airbase to deliver aid to Haitians
VIENNA— C-130H Hercules tactical cargo aircraft and air crews from the 910th Airlift Wing at the
Poland Rotary club to sponsor chili events
POLAND — For 24 years, Poland Rotary Club has chosen winter months for two chili fundraising events.
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
BOOSTERS • Girard High School Athletic Boosters will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the high school.
Dinner at Temple to benefit food bank
Dinner at Temple to benefit food bank LIBERTY — Second Harvest Food Bank will sponsor a Have a
Valley doctor fears worst in Haiti
A local retired cardiologist described the people of Haiti as living in ‘quiet despair.’ The
Campbell shoots fine with game on the line
The Red Devils made 18 of 19 free throws to hold off Hubbard for the 84-78 victory. By JOHN
Sikora replaces Bayuk at Campbell
The Struthers graduate served under Jeff Bayuk for 16 years, including three at Campbell. By JOHN
Some teachers unions scoff at federal grants to boost school funds
YOUNGSTOWN — Only about one-third of the tri-county school districts have signed on to participate
Balanced attack gives YCS win over Chaney
YOUNGSTOWN — Winning nine of their first 10 games has been satisfying thus far for the Youngstown
We lied, witnesses in case of convicted killer tell judge
Some family members of the victims feel justice is not being served. YOUNGSTOWN — Mark Aaron
Abortion clinic in Valley closes
BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Women’s Center, the target of numerous anti-abortion demonstrations, vigils
East outlasts Ursuline down stretch, 52-49
Trumane Jenkins and Justin Brown each sank two clutch free to lift the Panthers to their fifth win.
Fitch shows good effort but can’t stop GlenOak
AUSTINTOWN — Austintown Fitch coach Jason Baker refuses to get down on his basketball team despite
State commission’s powers over Youngstown BOE broaden
The school board president has said the board still plans to pursue the issue. YOUNGSTOWN —
Prep basketball roundup \ Friday’s other games
Cle. Benedictine 67, Mooney 55 YOUNGSTOWN — Jeff Chahine scored 21 points, John Stoops scored 11
4 from Michigan held in credit-card scheme
A federal agent said the cases shouldn’t raise fears among the public about their credit cards.
Dominion East plans gas-line shutoff
Dominion East Ohio will shut off service briefly to 66 natural-gas customers as it replaces a
Man pleads innocent in fatal crash
WARREN — A Newton Falls man has pleaded innocent to two counts of aggravated-vehicular homicide and
Struthers council OKs amendment on absenteeism
STRUTHERS — Legislation meant to discourage council members’ absenteeism at their meetings passed
Singers' aim is breaking barriers
Emancipation Choir Director Luke Shumpert of Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church leads the choir in a rehearsal at his church Thursday evening. The choir will perform Sunday during a Martin Luther King Day community service.
Sunday news shows Scheduled guests
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Lt. Gen. Ken Keen, deputy commander
VFW POST 6488/MLK luncheon box
VFW POST 6488 King Day luncheon The post and it ladies’ auxiliary sponsor the annual luncheon at
Trial set in former student’s lawsuit
rrouan@vindy.com A former Poland Seminary High School student’s lawsuit against the school
Jets coach Ryan emerges as entertaining quote machine
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Rex Ryan has been called lots of things in his first season as the New
Indianapolis wants to be sharp against Baltimore after the break
The Colts don’t want a repeat of 2005 when they lost to another AFC North foe after the bye week.
Kelly asks Irish players to buy in unconditionally
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — New Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly had a message for his players when they
Coaches: UConn in a league of its own
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Louisville coach Jeff Walz didn’t hesitate when asked whether he’s seen any
Appeals court hears ‘sexting’ case
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The first criminal case involving “sexting” reached a U.S. appeals court on
School lunch menu
Martin Luther King day, no school Chicken nuggets, fruit or vegetable, one side Cheese,
Defense lawyer’s outburst comes after hearing in corruption case
HARRISBURG (AP) — A defense lawyer in the Pennsylvania legislative corruption case launched a loud
Poland is big for a small town
Chad Brant Age: 36 Family: My wife, Kim, and I have been married for almost 10 years. We’ve
Supplies slowly reaching Haitians; desperation, lawlessness intensify
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Pushed to the far edge of desperation, earthquake-ravaged Haitians
License plate fees kicking up a storm
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Sometimes it’s the little things that lead to the biggest headaches for state lawmakers.
Metro digest || N. River Road to reopen
Student who took gun to school is expelled YOUNGSTOWN — An East High School student has been
In shift, more moms become breadwinners
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of working moms who are the sole breadwinners in their families rose
Our Town briefs
Poland freshman orientation date There will be a high school orientation meeting for all eighth-
Neighbors Spotlight: Jim Volenik
Jim Volenik Age: 50 Family: Married to wife, Laura, two daughters, Tracy, 24, and Lindsay, 2
Galecki finally gets the girl on ‘Big Bang Theory’
LOS ANGELES — An unusual thing started to happen last season during tapings of “The Big Bang
Mike Podolsky hits comfort zone in Cardinals’ 56-45 win
CANFIELD — Before Friday’s 56-45 victory over Howland, Canfield senior Mike Podolsky was feeling
MCCTC unveils renovation in Canfield
By LINDA M. LINONIS Vindicator Staff Writer More than one visitor to a dedication ceremony and
School lunch menu
Martin Luther King Day, no school Chicken nuggets, bread & butter, potato, fruit Papa John’s
MAHONING COUNTY COURT FILINGS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brandon L. Strahin, 21, of 788 Caledonia St., Youngstown, and
Out of refills at Wittenauer Pharmacy
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Judy Scotford has been getting her meds and shopping in the
“House of Bones” (9 p.m., Syfy): In the TV film “House of Bones,” Charisma
“House of Bones” (9 p.m., Syfy): In the TV film “House of Bones,” Charisma Carpenter, who has had to
Can we apply avatar message?
In a way, the movie insults the word’s traditional usage. The science fiction movie “Avatar”
Comedy takes inside look at boy band
NEW YORK — Four hockey-loving teenage pals from the nation’s frigid heartland get a crack at music
What will Haiti be like 20 years hence?
Opinion: Nature has a way of delivering some of its most devastating blows to those who already suffer
Abortion dialogue must be priority
rev. daniel rohan There’s a lot of talk these days about being caught up in the cultural wars.
Back on Board
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Boardman trustee Thomas Costello is no stranger to the
Fortunes, cookies and arts, oh my!
Poetry, dancing, crocheting and cake designing were a few of the creations presented at the Synergy of the Arts program on Jan. 8. It began with a small fortune, but quickly took on a life of its own.
Youth raises funds for Relay for Life
The Junior Division of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernian’s (LAOH), Golden Rose Queen Of Ireland
Plane marking Hudson flight has forced landing
NEW YORK (AP) — It wasn’t the Hudson River, but an old landfill worked just fine for the pilot of a
Placing their best foot forward
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Keeping up with the newest medical procedures is not problem
Neighbors Spotlight: Bill Adams
Bill Adams Age: 49 Family: I am married to Anna Ciambotti. Anna is an attorney and retired
Fitch boys bowlers off to mixed starts
While the Falcon varsity boys bowling team has struggled out of the gate thus far (1-4 overall; 1-3
Austintown schools’ ski club off to a great start
The significant snowfall in the area made great ski conditions on Jan. 9 for the start of the Austintown Local Schools’ Ski and Snowboard Club season at Brandywine.
Snow day equals Sled Hill
Heavy snow may make driving conditions dangerous, but it makes a great foundation for sled riding.
Spartans’ selfless service
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Boardman High School’s swimmers and divers got out of the
Reserve bowling teams roll along
Coach Al Dohar’s junior varsity and varsity boys bowling teams are flip-flops of each other thus far
Belmont site to end radiation therapy
YOUNGSTOWN — St. Elizabeth Health Center on Belmont Avenue is closing the radiation-therapy services
Police arrest man in car shootings
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — A 65-year-old man apparently drove through the Cleveland suburbs and randomly
Speech and debate teams take home honors
Sixteen high schools competed in the annual Canfield Speech and Debate Tournament at Canfield High
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A story on page B4 Wednesday incorrectly said that a fight during the Newton
Winter Wednesdays offers kids a fun, family-friendly escape
NILES — Winter Wednesdays at the Eastwood Expo Center can help kids combat winter boredom.
Explore the globe with the traveling penguin
What country would you travel to if you were a penguin? Ruth Metzger’s first-grade class learns
Going green in style
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Consign and Design, located on Boardman-Canfield Road, is a
Student leaders
The Fitch Interact Club sponsored by the Austintown Rotary Club will be represented by Sammi
Business digest
NATION Verizon Wireless cuts unlimited-call-plan price NEW YORK — Verizon Wireless is cutting
Bridge weekly quiz
Weekly quiz Q. As South vulnerable, you hold: xK Q 7 5 2 u8 3 vJ 7 3 wA K 8 Your right-hand
Ohio attorney, husband being deported to Ghana
COLUMBUS (AP) — An immigration attorney and her ex-husband prepared to leave for their native Ghana
Voices of faith
Voices of Faith: Do people of different faiths need to look for common ground to get along? Kris
Ohio Lottery eyes Powerball launch
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Ohio Lottery is moving to offer a second multistate game with the potential to
Young models needed for American Girl fashion show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting young girls who are interested in modeling to try out for the
Saturday, Jan. 16
Saturday, Jan. 16 Boys wrestling Varsity - Waterloo JV Tournament, 9 a.m. Boys basketball
Boardman swimmers impress at NEAC championships
The Boardman High School swim team won one individual conference swim title and one relay conference
KING DAY/Events schedule box
Funds from an offering to be taken at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. community worship service at
Foolish father of ‘balloon boy’ in jail — still spinning a yarn
Editorial: Two days before Christmas, Richard Heene, 48, choked back tears as he apologized in court for the
Local storage company raises money and awareness for animal sanctuary
Shepherd Self-Storage on South Avenue in Boardman joined forces with Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary
Reopening of Boardman stations sparks debate
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com The reopening of two satellite fire stations in the township
‘Francene Show’ host dies of heart attack, aneurysm at age 43
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Francene Cucinello, the popular host of WHAS radio’s “Francene Show,” has
JV wrestlers earn fourth-place finish
The Boardman Junior Varsity Wrestling Team battled in the Cleveland Heights Freshman, Sophomore
Christian, Islam violence spreading
Opinion: Europe and the Islamic world are at war. It’s a proxy conflict, fought in European capitals and on
Fitch JV bowlers 1-4; varsity at 5-2
Don Morrison, currently in his ninth season with the Falcons’ girls jayvee bowling program, is
Donation of warmth
With the climax of the winter season rapidly approaching, proper winter accessories are a necessity.
Olson wants more creativity in Canfield schools for all students
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Craig Olson may be new to the Canfield Board of Education,
Coach pleased with wrestlers’ performance
Canfield wrestlers have a 13-6 record so far this season, and coach Dean Conley is happy to see a
Leading the way
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com What better way to acknowledge superior high school students
Web glitch causes Facebook errors
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A Georgia mother and her two daughters logged onto Facebook from mobile phones
Breaking Benjamin coming to Covelli
YOUNGSTOWN — Breaking Benjamin, with Chevelle, will come to Covelli Centre on March 18 in a rock
Inflation outpaces wages, squeezing consumers
WASHINGTON (AP) — The notion that consumers will help lead the economic rebound received a stark
New board member looks to develop potential
(Editor’s note: This is the third in a four-part series about new government officials in
McHenry Industries moving, expanding
The company ships signs all over the U.S. and Canada. AUSTINTOWN — Signs are pointing to
Angels seeking young models for American Girl fashion show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting young girls who are interested in modeling to try out for the
Dinopoulos: Academics must shine
By SHAIYLA HAKEEM As a new member of the Poland Board of Education, Larry Dinopoulos places
8th boys basketball schedule
8th boys basketball schedule Monday Dec. 7 vs. Liberty at 4:30 p.m. Thursday Dec. 10 at Boardman
Local chiropractor continues food drive tradition
By CHRSITINE KEELING kdeeling@vindy.com Canned goods and a chiropractor care combined to benefit
MCCTC dedicates massive renovation
By LINDA M. LINONIS More than one visitor to a dedication ceremony and open house Sunday at
8th girls basketball schedule
8th girls basketball schedule Monday Dec. 7 at Liberty at 5:45 p.m. Thursday Dec. 10 vs.
Poland Rotary is hosting the 24th annual Chili Open
The Poland Rotary is kicking of its annual Chili Open Golf Classic event with a dinner and auction
Funeral plans set for Teddy Pendergrass
Funeral plans set for Teddy Pendergrass PHILADELPHIA — Funeral arrangements are set for R&B singer
Speech and debate teams take home prizes
Sixteen high schools competed in the annual Canfield Speech and Debate Tournament at Canfield High
Spartan Stadium needs a facelift
DIANE ELISER Age: 43 Family: Married 20 years to Gene, the owner/operator of Eliser’s
Canfield senior becomes Eagle Scout
Ryan T. Sankovic was found worthy of the rank of Eagle Scout after completing the requirements and
Angels are seeking young models for American Girl fashion show
Angels of Easter Seals is inviting young girls who are interested in modeling to try out for the
GM to pay $1.1M to adviser
DETROIT (AP) — Former Wall Street adviser Stephen Girsky will be paid $1.1 million a year in cash
‘Taste of Maronite Rite’
‘Taste of Maronite Rite’ YOUNGSTOWN — Dinner and Doctrine, sponsored by the Catholic Connection,
HEALING AND HOPE
St. Maron Maronite Church The special manger scene made a lasting memory of what Christmas means.
Civil-rights veteran becomes Web sensation with ‘Pants’ rap
ATLANTA (AP) — Pants. On. The. Ground. With those four words, “General” Larry Platt has gone from
We asked readers in Boardman, Austintown, Canfield and Poland how road plowing went for them last
We asked readers in Boardman, Austintown, Canfield and Poland how road plowing went for them last
Louisiana State Penitentiary GOD’S CALL
About 150 inmates have earned bachelor of arts degrees from the New Orleans Baptist Theological
Metro digest || Ed O’Neill to be guest
Ed O’Neill to be guest CLEVELAND — Actor Ed O’Neill will be a guest on ex-U.S. Rep. James A.
Speech and debate teams take home prizes in Canfield’s annual tournament
Sixteen high schools competed in the annual Canfield Speech and Debate Tournament at Canfield High
Sports digest
YSU Esposito resigns as volleyball coach YOUNGSTOWN — Recently-hired volleyball coach Chad
All-day kindergarten is expensive
The school district’s need to live within its means is the chief reason why there won’t be all-day
Canfield and Poland lost two beloved locally owned pharmacies to closure. Lots of people lament the
Canfield and Poland lost two beloved locally owned pharmacies to closure. Lots of people lament the
No more refills at Buckeye Pharmacy
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com After working 33 years in the pharmacy business, Rocky Fumi
Canfield Sports Schedule
Saturday Boys basketball Freshman vs. South Range, 12 p.m.SFlbBoys swimming Varsity - Akron /
Canfield couple has month to reach plea
By ELISE FRANCO efranco@vindy.com Brian and Betsy Spin will have another month to reach a plea
Sports briefs
Super Bowl party at St. Michaels The Canfield Athletic Boosters will host its annual Super Bowl
Valentine’s Day — Neighbors style
Hey guys, you might not want to read this, but Valentine’s Day is coming. Whether you think it is
Concert to raise funds for Epstein-Barr Virus Foundation
WARREN — The Frank Fordeley Band and the Illusions of Rock Stars will perform at 6:30 tonight at
Dem lawmakers, Obama near final health-care accord
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama and top congressional Democrats closed in on agreement
‘She didn’t have to kill him’
Woman convicted of killing husband By PETER H. MILLIKEN YOUNGSTOWN — A sister of the slaying
Mathews board plans levy meeting
VIENNA — The Mathews board of education has scheduled a meeting for Jan. 27 to approve a five-year
Pentagon finds mistakes by officers over Hasan
WASHINGTON (AP) — The military remains vulnerable to another Fort Hood-like massacre with religious
health-care bill | Final steps
Some final steps involved in passing health-care legislation: House Democratic leaders say they
MARTIN LUTHER KING Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed for the Martin
Rested Saints expect to keep pace
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Sean Payton was the toast of New Orleans even before the Saints’ storybook run to
Doctor disputes insanity defense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A woman accused of cutting a baby from the womb of a pregnant teenager and killing
Erik Q. Morales, 19, of Elva Avenue, rape of a 3-year-old Nov. 11 with a potential life prison term.
Erik Q. Morales, 19, of Elva Avenue, rape of a 3-year-old Nov. 11 with a potential life prison term.
Penguins ready for Butler
Penguins ready for Butler The YSU men are on the road to play at nationally-ranked Butler today,
Phantoms hope to snap their skid against Nationals
YOUNGSTOWN — Trying to jump back into playoff position, the Youngstown Phantoms welcome the U.S.
Jazz rookie sinks Cavaliers at buzzer
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Cleveland Cavaliers and Utah Jazz traded comebacks in the fourth quarter
Heisman Trophy winner Gerhart to leave Stanford for NFL draft
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Heisman Trophy runner-up Toby Gerhart announced Friday that he will enter
YSU basketball \ Today’s games
MEN Matchup: Youngstown State (7-9, 2-5 Horizon League) at Butler (13-4, 6-0). Tipoff: Today, 2
Veterans to salute artist at MLK luncheon
The post will recognize the local artist for his service to the nation’s military. YOUNGSTOWN
Cowboys to Vikes: Bring on the noise
IRVING, Texas (AP) — Cowboys linebacker Keith Brooking remembers the loudest game of his career
Words to fish by: Watch and learn
From the day I first shared a fishing trip with another angler, I have been learning about
Teacher urges parents to have dialogue
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Teacher urges parents to have dialogue Dear Annie: I am a middle-school teacher
Second thought: Don’t give ferrets fruits or vegetables
heloise: Second thought: Don’t give ferrets fruits or vegetables Dear Fellow Animal Friends: In a
No School
No School Fruit and yogurt parfait and bosco stick w/sauce Papa John’s cheese pizza, carrots
Yemeni military kills 6 al-Qaida operatives
Yemeni military kills 6 al-Qaida operatives SAN’A, Yemen — Yemeni warplanes struck outside a
License plate fees kicking up a storm
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Sometimes it’s the little things that lead to the biggest headaches for state lawmakers.
Police Blotter
Jan. 2 Breaking and entering: Wedgwood Lanes, 1741 S. Raccoon Road, was broken into, but nothing
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