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Stories published November 26, 2010

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Cavs fall to Magic 111-100

Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Dwight Howard had 23 points and 11 rebounds, Jameer Nelson scored


Videotaped depositions are part of Oakhill documents

YOUNGSTOWN Though the judge in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal case has sealed most of the


Marine stabbed by suspected shoplifter in Georgia

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — A U.S. Marine reservist collecting toys for children was stabbed when he helped


Mother, 2 kids stabbed to death in Ohio; beau hurt

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Police say a mother and her two children were found fatally stabbed in their


FedEx finds missing radioactive equipment

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — FedEx says they have found radioactive rods used for medical equipment that


Report: NY actor says he killed ‘demon’ in his mom

NEW YORK (AP) — An actor says he felt like the character Neo from the movie “The Matrix” — “hearing


Co-founder of Libertarian Party dies in Arizona

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — The Libertarian Party says co-founder David F. Nolan has died. He was 66. The


Bloomberg security team member charged in shooting

NEW YORK (AP) — A longtime New York City detective assigned to Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s security


DeLay’s conviction starts lengthy appeals process

HOUSTON (AP) — The conviction of former U.S. House Majority Leader Tom DeLay doesn’t mean the case


Willow Creek celebrates Thanksgiving

Students had a hard time choosing whether they wanted to wear a Pilgrim hat, bonnet or Native

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Defiant North Korea fires artillery warning shots

YEONPYEONG ISLAND, South Korea (AP) — A defiant flash of North Korean artillery within sight of the


Stocks continued to sink as worries over Europe’s debt linger

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are sinking at the end of a shortened session on Wall Street amid uncertainty


Pakistan foils capital bomb plot; missiles kill 3

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Police arrested two would-be suicide bombers planning to attack a mosque and a


17 rare sea turtles rescued off Cape Cod, Mass.

QUINCY, Mass. (AP) — Seventeen rare sea turtles suffering a variety of ailments are recovering at


5 petitions challenge Emanuel’s Chicago mayor run

CHICAGO (AP) — Five Chicago residents have filed petitions seeking to push mayoral candidate Rahm


Hershey sues Mars over similar candy packaging

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Bitter rivals on store shelves in the candy aisle may also duke it out in


Children’s author visits Poland Union

Students at Poland Union enjoyed a special literary treat when children’s author and motivational

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Women’s league collects donations at social

The annual Christmas Social of the Boardman Poland Junior Women’s League will be Monday at Michael

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Union preschoolers give thanks

Pilgrims and Indians sat together Monday at Union Preschool for an early holiday feast. The 4 and

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Squirt hockey team falls one goal short

The Youngstown Phantoms Squirt hockey team fell to Lawrence County 6-5 at the Ice Zone in Boardman

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Operation Christmas Child is under way

Students at the Willow Creek Learning Center are sending their love, and gifts, to kids across the

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Children reap from this group’s sewing

Kingdom Community church, which recently moved to the Struthers Fifth Street plaza from Youngstown-

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Preschoolers say hello to diversity

How many different ways can you say hello? The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development,

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Judge: Conn. home invasion death sentence is fair

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A Connecticut judge has decided that a jury was right in deciding that Steven


Old-fashioned games and food at Stadium Drive

Students pushed the books aside Tuesday to enjoy a day stuffed with fun and games.

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Youngstown Gymnastic teams win competition

USAG gymnasts at Youngstown Gymnastics in Boardman brought home a pair of team championships after

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Squirt hockey team falls one goal short

The Youngstown Phantoms Squirt hockey team fell to Lawrence County 6-5 at the Ice Zone in Boardman

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Nature center hike goes down the turkey trail

By SHAYILA HAKEEM shakeem@vindy.com Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks, eating turkey and

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Women’s league collects donations at social

The annual Christmas Social of the Boardman Poland Junior Women’s League will be Monday at Michael

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Good Hope enjoys early Thanksgiving feast

Thanksgiving dinner came early for students at Good Hope Lutheran Church. Good Hope Preschool and

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Pot labels coming to Colorado

DENVER (AP) — DENVER (AP) — What’s in that joint, and how can you be sure it’s safe? Colorado has


Police: Suspect spotted in station using telephone

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Police didn’t have to go far to find a bank robbery suspect in Oregon. They


Wisconsin man gets 25 years for drowning wife

EAGLE RIVER, Wis. (AP) — A northern Wisconsin man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for


Search on in NY for missing college student, 20

CLAY, N.Y. (AP) — Nearly 100 law enforcement officers and volunteers are searching a Syracuse, N.Y.,


During boring classes, texting is the new doodling

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) — Students used to fight classroom boredom by doodling, daydreaming and


Possible tornadoes in La., Tenn. damage homes

IOTA, La. (AP) — Forecasters say possible tornadoes in southwest Louisiana and western Tennessee


Area shoppers enthusiastic about “Black Friday” shopping

It was a scene reminiscent of Pamplona’s running of the bulls: more than 800 people surged toward


Stocks open lower as Europe’s debt worries linger

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are sinking in early trading on Wall Street in a shortened session amid


FedEx searches for missing radioactive equipment

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — FedEx is searching for radioactive rods used for medical equipment that went


Language trees display at library


Officers elected by fest committee


Animal Welfare book signing set


Romanian heritage to be celebrated

Romanian heritage to be celebrated BOARDMAN The beauty and culture of Romania will be celebrated


Argus Lodge 545 honors two longtime members

CANFIELD Argus Lodge 545, F&AM, honored two longtime members, Robert James Mayerchak of Boardman

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CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings

ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.


HELOISE: Tips help make moving easier

Dear Heloise: I have a few suggestions on how to make moving a little easier. Several weeks


ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Puppy would be more of a detriment

By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Both of my parents are in their mid-80s. My father


Stock futures slip as Europe’s debt worries linger

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks appear headed for a lower opening in an abbreviated trading session on Wall


Officials pull out of CA bomb factory, cite danger

ESCONDIDO, Calif. (AP) — Explosives experts have pulled out of a northern San Diego County home with


Lawyer: honeymoon death suspect not expert rescuer

NEW YORK (AP) — An attorney for an Alabama man charged with murder in the honeymoon death of his


2 men killed in head-on crash

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police say two drivers were killed and three others injured in a head-on crash


Dorothy Day beckons Valley homeless for help

By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown Although the Dorothy Day House of Hospitality


William D. Lewis | The Vindicator

William D. Lewis | The Vindicator Sister Ann McManamon, far left, leads a prayer before eating


Gray a blur in victory for Aggies

Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Cyrus Gray rushed for 223 yards and had two long touchdown runs


William D. Lewis | The Vindicator

William D. Lewis | The Vindicator Above, Sister Ann McManamon, far left, leads a prayer before


Ohio State players celebrate

Associated Press COLUMBUS It might have been two days before No. 8 Ohio State’s biggest game of


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‘Bama ready for showdown

Associated Press TUSCALOOSA, Ala. No. 9 Alabama can just relax and play ball. No national


Chaney’s Smith, Jets run by Bengals

The Record EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. The New York Jets and Cincinnati Bengals won’t face each other


Women’s top 25 Basketball

No. 4 Tennessee 82, Missouri 44 ST. THOMAS, VIRGIN ISLANDS Meighan Simmons scored 14 points to


Johnson’s 21 points lead Hawks to win

Associated Press ATLANTA Joe Johnson scored 21 points, Josh Smith added 20 with 14 rebounds and


Penguins thankful for fans

By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Youngstown A softer side of Jerry Slocum was visible in the


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Brees beats Cowboys and former idol Garrett

Associated Press ARLINGTON, Texas Drew Brees was a young Dallas Cowboys fan cheering on Jason


oddly enough

oddly enough Phone call from police lobby leads to man’s arrest EUGENE, Ore. The young man


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Brady perfect in Pats victory

Associated Press DETROIT Tom Brady was perfect on the field and his exit was first class.


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Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v“Jingle My Bell,” 7 p.m.: Holiday musical by Stage Left Players is


Del Monte to be bought for $4 billion

Del Monte to be bought for $4 billion NEW YORK Del Monte Foods Co. on Thursday agreed to be


Arms reduction is a matter of national security; it should rise above partisanship

Editorial: At a time when it is necessary for the United States to be a leader in the drive against the


Turmoil beneath elections

Opinion: By Richard Parker and Katherine Allen McClatchy-Tribune With their victory in the mid-term


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No end in sight to ‘America at war’

Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Are you aware that America has now been at war for nearly a decade?


Kay McCarthy, left, June Bolton, Peggy Eicher and Marilyn Beeman serve dessert during a recent meal

Kay McCarthy, left, June Bolton, Peggy Eicher and Marilyn Beeman serve dessert during a recent meal


How to avoid holiday financial blunders

Associated Press CHICAGO The holiday season is full of pitfalls that can drain your bank


Depression-era aid renewed by donors

Associated Press CANTON Three anonymous donors have offered $100 gifts to each of 150 needy


courts

courts MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Cheryl A. Shively , 21215 Alliance-Sebring Road,


‘Patriot:’ Be careful who you tag

Opinion: ‘Patriot:’ Be careful who you tag The following unsigned hand written envelope was placed on the


“The equipment is encrypted, so no one [outside the department] can get in there. ... And if

“The equipment is encrypted, so no one [outside the department] can get in there. ... And if


Group plans Christmas lighting in Poland

By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND With the holiday season upon the village, one


dorothy day house

dorothy day house What it’s all about The Dorothy Day House of Hospitality, 620 Belmont Ave.,


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Obama should tackle debt

Opinion: It’s been three weeks since the mid-term elections, but neither congressional party seems to have


US matches Soviets for stay in Afghanistan

Associated Press KABUL The Soviet Union couldn’t win in Afghanistan, and now the United States


Iraq PM must form new government

Iraq PM must form new government BAGHDAD Incumbent Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki cemented his


Dinosaur die-off cleared way for gigantic mammals

Associated Press WASHINGTON They just needed some leg room: New research shows the great


Nick Mays | The Vindicator

Nick Mays | The Vindicator Mal Culp, supervisor of facilities and operations for the Austintown


Items for animals

Items for animals poland Shepherd of the Valley-Poland has organized a drive to collect items


New baseball fields near completion in Austintown

By kristine gill kgill@vindy.com austintown As a seventh-grade language-arts teacher, softball


Study: More than 600,000 die from secondhand smoke

Associated Press LONDON Secondhand smoke kills more than 600,000 people worldwide every year,


Doctor: Demjanjuk’s care better in Germany

Associated Press MUNICH A German doctor testified Thursday that John Demjanjuk is receiving


Nick Mays | The VIndicator

Nick Mays | The VIndicator Ed Macosky, of Canfield Fence, installs protective chain-link fencing


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Joseph Health center Christina Tawney and Jason Morrison, Champion, boy, Nov. 25


Thanks Hot Off The Roaster

Valley couple organizes dinner for needy to show gratitude By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com


SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Brothers Juan, left, and John Peterson, and Derick Santos are


Volunteers and guests gather for Thanksgiving dinner at the IT Certification Institute in

Volunteers and guests gather for Thanksgiving dinner at the IT Certification Institute in


Years Ago

Today is Friday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2010. There are 35 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Flat-panel TVs see sharp price drop

Associated Press SEATTLE If you’re in the market for a new flat-panel TV, it’s a good time to


Community center plans still on hold in Campbell

By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Plans to establish a youth and community center


NUMBERS IN THE NEWS 150 Associated Press

The number of online-only specials that Wal-Mart planned to offer between Thanksgiving Day and


Geoffrey Hauschild | The Vindicator

Geoffrey Hauschild | The Vindicator Sgt. Randy Campana, of the Mill Creek Metro Parks police,


Is Palin serious presidential contender?

Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Sarah Palin, the telegenic Republican who exasperates and


Geoffrey Hauschild | The Vindicator

Geoffrey Hauschild | The Vindicator From left, volunteers Audrey and Doug Adams, of Hermitage,


Residents of complex sue developer

Staff report POLAND Residents of a township condominium complex have filed suit against their


Judge has options in sentencing DeLay

Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Former U.S. House Majority Leader Tom DeLay argued throughout


Geoffrey Hauschild | The Vindicator

Geoffrey Hauschild | The Vindicator Mike Bucciarelli watches Thursday as the last turkey cooks in


War fear escalates in Korea

New troops deployed; defense chief dumped Associated Press YEONPYEONG ISLAND, South Korea


Sen. Cafaro sponsors ‘Summit on Safety’

Staff report WARREN Ohio Sen. Capri S. Cafaro of Hubbard, D-32nd, is sponsoring a “Summit on


GORE IS THE LIFEBLOODSFlbof special effects firm

FAKE BODIES By Richard Verrier Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES In a warehouse in Van Nuys,


Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Liberty Assembly, 4779 Belmont Ave., Liberty, free community lunch, 11 a.m.


Campana shows how the department’s new license-plate scanner can be mounted on the back of the

Campana shows how the department’s new license-plate scanner can be mounted on the back of the


5 movies we secretly adore

By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic LOS ANGELES It’s OK, we’re all friends here. This is a safe


Ursuline vs. Lima CC

Ursuline vs. Lima CC Fredericktown vs. Coldwater Shadyside vs. Mogadore Sidney Lehman vs.


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Thanksgiving sales bring in early shoppers

Associated Press NEW YORK Not all Americans tucked into turkey with their families on


Park police get scanners

By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Equipment purchased with a federal grant allows


Agenda Saturday

Agenda Saturday Struthers Second Ward Block Watch Meeting, 10 a.m. at The White Memorial Wesleyan


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Charlie Wilson a sore loser

Opinion: No one likes to lose. After U.S. Rep. Charlie Wilson, a Democrat from St. Clairsville, lost the


Programs focus on helping students

Staff report youngstowN Through grants and partnerships with community organizations, the city


Rivalry Renewed

Thunderbirds hope to settle old score against Irish By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com LIMA


GO & DO FRIDAY

FRIDAY Comedy Young Guns of Comedy, 9 p.m., Beach Club at Conneaut Lake Park, 12382 Center St.,


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