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UPDATE: State bans injection wells within 5 miles of Youngstown site
The Mahoning Valley ended 2011 with a deafening bang.
Mahoning sheriff endorses subordinate as successor
Mahoning County Sheriff Randall A. Wellington endorsed Jerry Greene, sheriff department’s director of jail services, to replace him as sheriff Friday.
Butler's annual juried show deadline extended to next Saturday
Because of the holidays, the entry deadline for the 74th Butler Area Artists Annual Exhibition has been extended from Wednesday to next Saturday.
Safety summit next Saturday at St. Dom's
The public is invited to attend a safety summit sponsored by the Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force and the Youngstown Police Department from 9 to 11 a.m. next Saturday at St. Dominic Church, 77 E. Lucius Ave.
Youngstown cops searching for 3 masked robbers
Police are looking for three armed, masked men who robbed a 21-year-old South Side man of a firearm and money.
Lowellville council to meet this morning
Village council will have a special meeting at 9 a.m. today followed by its reorganization meeting at 9:30 in village hall, 140 E. Liberty St.
Hearing set for Youngstown man accused of rape, kidnapping
A Youngstown man accused of kidnapping and rape will be back in court Tuesday for a preliminary hearing at Mahoning County Area Court here.
D&L halts operations at Youngstown brine well
The small earthquake that shook Youngstown on Christmas Eve had a depth shallower than originally reported, prompting the Ohio Department of Natural Resources on Friday to order D&L Energy Inc. to cease operations at a nearby brine-injection well.
Poland races past Fitch in 2nd half
Eddie Moore (25) of Poland shoots a shot in the paint in the second period of Friday night's match up in Poland.
Howland stuns Canfield at the buzzer
Associated Press CANFIELD The Howland High boys basketball team ended 2011 in dramatic fashion
Juvenile involvement concerns Youngstown police after slight increase in homicides in 2011
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city recorded two more homicides in 2011
Aldridge keys LaBrae past Newton Falls
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG In a hard-fought game between traditional rivals, the
Elected New Castle councilman won’t be sworn in
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new castle, pa. A newly elected city councilman will not
Girard law director’s legacy
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard After 16 years of working part time as the
Phantoms get iced in Indy
Staff report indianapolis The Indiana Ice jumped to a 4-0 lead in the first 31 minutes of
Granger leads Pacers to OT win over Cavs
Associated Press indianapolis Danny Granger scored nine of his 22 points in overtime to help the
Youngstown finance director: Surplus could be near $1M
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city’s finance director told council Friday
Warren lawyer faces complaint of lying to court
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN An attorney who handled the arraignment for a
Hill helps No. 9 Bucks pull past Wisconsin
Associated Press madison, wis. Tayler Hill scored 21 points and No. 9 Ohio State beat Wisconsin
Teen victim of Warren shooting still critical
Staff report WARREN A 15-year-old Warren boy was still in critical condition Friday after being
Decision due soon on Liberty firefighter’s fate
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The township administration and its legal
Hillis believing in curses after strange season
Associated Press berea For the longest time, Peyton Hillis refused to consider he might have been
OSU LB Sabino unsatisfied with 2011
By BILL RABINOWITZ Columbus Dispatch JACKSONVILLE, FLA. During preseason camp, Ohio State
Bengals’ Benson solves Ravens
Baltimore Sun BALTIMORE There was a time, and it really wasn’t that long ago, when there wasn’t a
2011: ‘Year of the Earthquakes’ in Mahoning Co.
The year 2011 — at least in the short term — will be known as “Year of the Earthquakes” in Mahoning County.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v First Night Youngs-town, 5 p.m. to midnight: Fireworks at 9 p.m. and
New year starts early in Samoa
New year starts early in Samoa APIA, Samoa The New Year’s Eve parties started a whole day early on
A first: Fuel tops US exports
Associated Press NEW YORK For the first time, the top export of the United States, the world’s
Gingrich’s welcome candor
Opinion: Gingrich’s welcome candor Los Angeles Times: We’re not accustomed to complimenting Newt Gingrich,
US court delays pollution regulation
US court delays pollution regulation WASHINGTON A federal court Friday put on hold a
Victorian Players names interim chief
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players board of directors on Thursday named J.E.
On 10th anniversary, euro blamed for crisis
Associated Press PARIS Just three years ago, the euro was being praised as the can-do currency
GO&DO
TOday Pop, Rock, Jazz The Numbers Band, 8 p.m., Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St., Kent; 800-595-4849.
Son: JoePa improving, staying positive
Associated Press dallas Surrounded at home by energetic grandchildren on his 85th birthday,
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Celebration event is Monday
Staff report Youngstown The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of Youngstown & Vicinity
Choose Ohio First lists website-contest criteria
Staff report Columbus The University System of Ohio is hosting a website- building contest for
40 YEARS OF ROCKING
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK Forty years ago, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Eve
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.05 —0.20 Avalon
New Castle students join Las Posadas celebration
Staff report New castle, Pa. Students from the New Castle Christian Academy participated at the
Watching tradition
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown The Watch Night service at Beulah Baptist
After ups and downs, stocks end flat for ’11
Associated Press NEW YORK The stock market ended a tumultuous year right where it started. In
Darko, other city leaders in Hubbard take oath of office
Staff report Hubbard City government leaders will be ready to take their posts at the start of
Boil alert in effect in parts of Trumbull
Staff report BROOKFIELD A boil advisory has been issued for all Trumbull County water customers
$20.4M budget in Lawrence Co. OK’d
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County Commissioners unanimously
Key to 49ers’ offense? Holding onto the ball
Associated Press santa clara, calif. Despite San Francisco’s impressive 12-3 record, the 49ers’
NYC police plan tight security on Times Square
Associated Press NEW YORK Less than two weeks after graduating from the New York City police
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Dec. 31, the 365th and final day of 2011. Associated Press On this date in:
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kevin E. Gowdy, 36, of 5326 Lowell Blvd., Denver,
Tears and attacks among GOP
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich wept Friday as he recalled
Interim dean named at NEOMED
Staff report Rootstown Richard J. Kasmer has been named interim dean of the Northeast Ohio
Westminster singers, choir prepare for tour
Staff report New wilmington, pa. Westminster College’s Chamber Singers and Concert Choir will
Living by faith tests belief
Habakkuk (the eighth book of the Hebrew Bible) 3:17-19 reads, “Though the fig tree should not
birthdays
birthdays Actor Anthony Hopkins is 74. Actor Tim Considine (“My Three Sons”) is 71. Actress Sarah
For some Muslims, Christmas is holiday, not seen as holy day
McClatchy Newspapers LOS ANGELES With Christmas comes tradition in the Traband household: A plate
Africa’s rise deserves US attention in 2012
Opinion: Here’s an issue that doesn’t get much play in America but is worth watching in 2012: the rise of
Elephants boost Cleveland Zoo attendance
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland’s zoo says a new elephant exhibit contributed to jumbo
GM recalling Chevy Sonics
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors Co. said on Friday that it is recalling more than 4,000 of
Rep. Ryan to face no challengers in primary
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Of the four candidates who originally filed to
Snowless winter good for gov’t but not skiing
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio’s relative lack of snow so far this season has been a boon to
Dodge a hangover: Less booze, more H2O
Associated Press CHICAGO Attorney Colleen Gorman has a holiday ritual that doesn’t involve buying
Ohio anti-abortion group cleared to continue ‘personhood’ ballot push
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio anti-abortion group was cleared Friday to continue with its
ODOT puts final touches on state Route 11 project
Staff report HOWLAND The Ohio Department of Transportation’s $14.1 million, two-year resurfacing
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: 2012 GOP presidential
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Scott and Vicki Brubacker, Columbiana, girl, Dec. 29. Jeffrey
Suspect sought in store robbery
Staff report braceville Police and a K-9 unit were looking for a 5-foot-9-inch male suspect Friday
Bachmann limps to finish line in Iowa
Associated Press FORT DODGE, Iowa Encountering small crowds and fresh viability questions,
Roethlisberger, Polamalu probable for Browns
Wire reports pittsburgh Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and safety Troy Polamalu each
Western Pa. father jailed in abuse death of 20-day-old
Associated Press INDIANA, Pa. A western Pennsylvania man is accused of killing his 20-day-old
Warren man held in head-butting of city police officer
Staff report WARREN Andrew Thomas, 28, of Lodwick Drive Northwest, pleaded innocent to felony
Target outrage of Croley case toward passage of Nitro’s Law
Editorial: As the recent rapid release of a convicted animal abuser on a blatant parole violation illustrates,
youngstown/warren Jobless claims rise, tied to plant shutdown
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A large increase in unemployment claims in the Youngstown- Warren area
Friday’s Girls basketball game
Lisbon 52, Heartland Christian 18 LISBON Pam Pierce scored 19 points to go with 11 steals and
Kim Jong Un is ‘supreme commander’
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea announced today that Kim Jong Un officially
newsmakers
newsmakers Katy Perry, Brand announce divorce LOS ANGELES British actor-comedian Russell Brand is
Ohio releases 2012 calendar of fairs
Associated Press REYNOLDSBURG Here’s a warm-weather indicator to look forward to: the 2012 Ohio
Contentious contest for Congress avoided
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Republican Ohio congressman headed for a tough primary as a result of
Curry leads No. 7 Duke past MAC’s W. Michigan
Associated Press durham, n.c. Seth Curry scored a season-high 22 points, Austin Rivers added 20
Austintown police investigate string of burglaries in township
Staff report Austintown Police charged one man and have suspects in several other township
METRO DIGEST || Wellington backs Greene for sheriff
Wellington backs Greene for sheriff YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Sheriff Randall A. Wellington
Send newsletter to Religion desk
Send newsletter to Religion desk All churches, synagogues, mosques and ministries are invited to
Legislators leave lots on table
Opinion: COLUMBUS Republicans came into office in Ohio in 2011 with a list of priority issues. Whether you
Friday, December 30 (136 stories)
Brand, Perry divorcing after 14 months
British actor-comedian Russell Brand is divorcing "California Gurls" songstress Katy Perry after 14 months of what had appeared to be one of Hollywood's happier marriages.
Samoans already counting down to New Year's as country switches time zones
The New Year's Eve parties started a whole day early on the South Pacific island nation of Samoa, after a hop across the international date line transported the country 24 hours into the future - making it the first in the world to ring in the new year.
Top U.S. export of 2011? Fuel
For the first time, the top export of the United States, the world's biggest gas guzzler, is - wait for it - fuel.
Gingrich weeps talking about his mother
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich wept Friday as he recalled his late mother's end-of-life illnesses, a moment of poignancy in a notably negative Republican presidential Iowa caucus campaign with four unpredictable days yet to run.
Verizon backs off $2 fee after customer backlash
After a customer backlash, Verizon Wireless on Friday dropped a plan to start charging $2 for every payment subscribers make over the phone or online with their credit or debit cards.
Verizon Wireless to charge $2 fee for one-time payment
Verizon Wireless to charge $2 fee for one-time payment
Hundreds of thousands of Syrians protest government
Hundreds of thousands of Syrians protest government BEIRUT (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of Syrians
North Korea vows no softening under its new leader
North Korea vows no softening under its new leader PYONGYANG, North Korea (AP) — North Korea
NYPD plans tight Eve security for Times Square
NYPD plans tight Eve security for Times Square NEW YORK (AP) — New York City police are once again
Marine says he plugged gunshot wounds with fingers
Marine says he plugged gunshot wounds with fingers DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A U.S. Marine
Ohio anti-abortion group's amendment clears hurdle
Ohioi anti-abortion group's amendment clears hurdle
Baby sitter murder charge filed in Indiana girl’s death
Baby sitter murder charge filed in Indiana girl’s death FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — Prosecutors in
Endorsement game intensifies, but does it matter?
Endorsement game intensifies, but does it matter? MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — Presidential contenders
Complimentary coffee offer on Ohio Turnpike for New Year's weekend
Complimentary coffee offer on Ohio Turnpike for New Year's weekend
Poland Township police arrest two men for attempted burglary
Poland Township police arrest two men for attempted burglary
Randall Wellington endorses Jerry Greene for sheriff
Randall Wellington endorses Jerry Greene for sheriff
Youngstown man arraigned for crimes committed in Boardman
Youngstown man arraigned for crimes committed in Boardman
Lowellville council has reorganization meeting Saturday
Lowellville council has reorganization meeting Saturday
Local teacher, Youngstown Business Incubator create grading software
Elijah Stambaugh wasn’t a teacher for long before he realized a fundamental flaw in the education process.
Recipe correction
Recipe correction The temperature given in Wednesday’s recipe for Roast Pork Tenderloin with Asian
CLUB CALENDAR
BOOSTERS Girard Band Boosters will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the high school cafeteria. McDonald
Higher temps expected to spur First Night attendance
Dry weather with an expected high temperature of 40 degrees is putting First Night Youngstown organizers in high spirits.
Forecast expected to spur First Night attendance
Dry weather with an expected high temperature of 40 degrees is putting First Night Youngstown organizers in high spirits.
Salvation Army exceeds Red Kettle goal
The 2011 Salvation Army Red Kettle campaigns in Mahoning and Trumbull counties met or nearly met their goals, enabling them to continue providing services at current levels.
Steelers select Brown as MVP
In the span of two seasons Brown has evolved from sixth-round pick to fringe player to return specialist to the franchise’s Most Valuable Player, at least, according to his teammates.
Kasich opts not to name a favorite in Republican presidential primary
Gov. John Kasich apparently is done offering endorsements in the GOP presidential primary.
Valley landowners urged to put lease deals into escrow
Oil and gas leases can be quite convoluted. The negotiating process may seem tedious, but signing on the dotted line doesn’t mean the process is complete.
Poland rebounds for win over Falcons
The Poland High girls basketball team scored just 14 points their last time out, a disappointing 50-point loss at home to Howland.
Launch nears for Youngstown teacher’s new app for grading tests
Elijah Stambaugh wasn’t a teacher for long before he realized a fundamental flaw in the education process.
Sharon’s height delivers title at Brookfield tourney
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com BROOKFIELD Strong inside play was the key to the Sharon High
DA seeks to block felon from taking office in New Castle
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new castle, pa. The Lawrence County district attorney
Phantoms seek wins over Ice
Staff report INDIANAPOLIS The Youngstown Phantoms wrap up their longest road swing of the season
First Night forecast pleases organizers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Dry weather with an expected high temperature of 40 degrees is putting
Jagr, Talbot score in return as Flyers; Pens fall to cross-state rival
Jaromir Jagr spent the days leading up to his return to Pittsburgh insisting it wasn’t personal. He stressed that he didn’t mean to cause hard feelings when he signed with the hated Philadelphia Flyers over the summer instead of with the Penguins, with whom he became a star two decades ago.
Boardman man avoids jail in attempted strangling
By Elise Franco Efranco@vindy.com Youngstown A Boardman man accused of trying to strangle a
Healing McCoy reports progress from concussion
Associated Press berea Colt McCoy didn’t want to relive any of what happened to him three weeks
Mahoning County OKs 3 years of 5% water-rate hikes for Aqua customers
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners approved new
SA Red Kettle drive in Valley raises $451K
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The 2011 Salvation Army Red Kettle campaigns
Stoyak gains perspective on water access in India
Ben Stoyak holds a replica of a spinning wheel he brought back from a recent trip to India. Stoyak’s trip was part of an honors course at the University of Cincinnati for which he traveled for two weeks to villages on the west side of the country and studied the impact of their access to clean water.
POLICE REPORTS
POLICE REPORTS Dec. 4 Drug offense: Richard Reid, 33, of 341 N. Yorkshire Blvd., was issued a
US job market ends year in better shape than in Jan.
Associated Press WASHINGTON The long-suffering job market is ending the year better off than it
Fire damages Youngstown home
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Fire of undetermined origin caused an estimated $5,000 damage to a home
Ohio prepares to privatize some state prisons
Associated Press MARION, Ohio David Kah will report to the same job in the same training kitchen
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY DOMESTIC RELATIONS Charmaine D. Wilson v. Antonio M. Wilson, dismissed.
WR Swain’s value increases for Niners
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, CALIF. Wide receiver Brett Swain didn’t take it personally when
OSU’s Heacock, Bollman to end extra-long stints
By TIM MAY The Columbus Dispatch JACKSONVILLE, FLA. A couple of days before Christmas, after
Presence of monitors re-energizes Syrian protesters
Presence of monitors re-energizes Syrian protesters Associated Press HOMS, Syria The presence
Teen charged with murder at group home
Associated Press CINCINNATI A southwest Ohio prosecutor Thursday charged a 17-year-old boy
Akron mayor takes oath for 7th term
Associated Press AKRON The man who has served as mayor in one of Northeast Ohio’s major cities
Owner of home where 3 died faces complaint
Associated Press COLUMBUS City officials are taking action against the owner of a reportedly
Egyptian forces storm offices of pro-democracy organizations
Associated Press CAIRO Egyptian security forces stormed the offices of 10 human-rights and pro-
U.S. Postal Service should save the best from closing
Editorial: Let’s stipulate that if 258 post- al processing centers in the United States are slated to be
Crowd greets new Girard judge, bids farewell to his predecessor
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard The swearing-in ceremony of Jeff Adler on
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.25 +0.22 Avalon
Leading GOP candidates battle over undecided voters
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa With time running short, Republican presidential candidates
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Lowellville Village County, special meeting, 9 a.m., administration office, 140
Paul: Sanctions on Iran are ‘acts of war’
McClatchy Tribune PERRY, Iowa Defending himself against charges of isolationism, Republican
Support widens for Wick Park barricades
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city’s Park and Recreation commission has
NYC mayor: Work on museum stalled
NYC mayor: Work on museum stalled NEW YORK Work on a planned museum at the World Trade Center
Giffords, survivors to mark shooting
Associated Press TUCSON, Ariz. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, other survivors of the Tucson shooting
Sears releases partial list of closings
Sears releases partial list of closings YOUNGSTOWN Sears has issued a list of the first 79 of
Florida State rallies past ND
Associated Press Orlando, Fla. The day before his team took the field for its Champs Sports
Scholars seek help ID’ing slave roots
Associated Press WASHINGTON Almost two centuries before there was a man named Obama in the White
Director sought for senior center in Austintown
Staff report Austintown A permanent director is needed to help oversee daily operations at the
GOP voters’ choices: Any is better than Obama
Opinion: No one seems to be really happy with this year’s field of Republican candidates for that party’s
Contract signings for US homes up in November
Associated Press WASHINGTON The number of Americans who signed contracts to buy homes in
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 30, the 364th day of 2011. There is one day left in the year. Associated
newsmakers
newsmakers TV show on Muslims takes on Sept. 11 NEW YORK A TV show about members of a Muslim
birthdays
birthdays Actor Joseph Bologna is 77. Actor Russ Tamblyn is 77. Singer Noel Paul Stookey of
Gray wolves make a comeback
Opinion: Gray wolves make a comeback Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Taking the gray wolf in Wisconsin and
oddly enough
oddly enough Ohioan’s black Santa returned 1 year after theft LIMA, Ohio An Ohio woman’s
Man in standoff faces $40K bond, host of charges
The 20-year-old North Side man involved in a standoff with police this week was surprised to learn he is facing a felony burglary charge after the Tuesday morning incident.
Weekly charts for the nation’s best-selling recorded music as they appear in next week’s
Weekly charts for the nation’s best-selling recorded music as they appear in next week’s issue of
What do Ohioans want to sell?
Opinion: What do Ohioans want to sell? The question to each Ohio- an: Do you want our governor and
Stanford University archives offer window into Apple’s roots
Associated Press PALO ALTO, Calf. In the interview, Steve Wozniak and the late Steve Jobs recall
Kim Jong Il: Road to ruin
Opinion: By Nicholas Eberstadt Los Angeles Times The career of Kim Jong Il, North Korea’s “Dear Leader”
Fixed mortgage rates end year above record lows
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fixed mortgage rates rose slightly this week off their record lows.
Get ready for eventful year in the Americas
Opinion: Every year brings about changes, but 2012 is likely to be an especially eventful one in the
Obama’s health-care plan makes a difference to her
Opinion: By Spike Dolomite Ward Los Angeles Times I want to apologize to President Obama. But first, some
Eurozone faces tough hurdles early in 2012
Associated Press FRANKFURT, Germany After a turbulent 2011, the 17 countries that use the euro
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Green candidate gets spot on ballot
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Green Party candidate for Mahoning County
bruce in the usa Paying tribute to the Boss
For fans of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, there have been plenty of memorable shows in Northeast Ohio. However, 1978 looms large for followers of the New Jersey rock act with the group’s sweaty Agora Theatre performance in the summer and the raucous “Firecracker Show” on New Year’s Eve at the Richfield Coliseum the same year.
Watch what you drink on New Year’s Eve
Opinion: By Judy Adrian and Carol Lobes McClatchy-Tribune Don’t go out and get bombed on New Year’s Eve.
Center offers free programs on winter snow sports
Staff report Slippery Rock, pa. Celebrate Winter Trails Day, a free introduction to winter
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A county grand jury indicted these people on these charges:
METRO DIGEST || Warren teen injured seriously in shooting
Warren teen injured seriously in shooting WARREN A 15-year-old boy shot twice in the chest early
Valley kids bounce, bowl, slide, skate through holiday vacation
School break doesn’t have to be boring or bust the budget. A variety of Mahoning Valley businesses offer wallet-friendly ways for families to have fun.
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield hockey’s rally falls short Despite four goals from senior Sean Meditz and one by senior
Boardman briefs
ABWA meeting set The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will hold its
Valley chiropractor works with USA swimmers
Andrew Schmutz of The Chiropractic and Sports Therapy Center in Struthers has been named to the
Poland briefs
ABWA meeting set for Jan. 10 The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will
Key Club helps light up Poland Shepherd of the Valley
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Students from South Range High School’s Key Club traveled to
Canfield swim teams sweep Kent Roosevelt
The Canfield swim teams swept Kent Roosevelt on Dec. 20, as the girls earned a 100-83 win and the
Canfield athletes sign to play college ball
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School seniors Abby Malsch and Sarah Vrabel,
Poland sports briefs
Middle school girls fall to Howland The Poland seventh-grade girls basketball team lost to Howland
Canfield briefs
Church hosts chicken dinner Thursday Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road,
Austintown briefs
ABWA meeting set The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will hold its
Austintown sport briefs
Despite holding Liberty 24 points below its average, the Fitch boys varsity basketball team lost
Pee Wee Phantoms lose pair before Christmas
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team entered the Christmas break on a sour note, losing twice
Actor plays 6 roles in ‘Angry Boys’
Three years ago in his mockumentary “Summer Heights High,” Chris Lilley played a trio of characters at an Australian high school, including a flamboyant drama teacher and a mean society girl named Ja’mie.
Youngstown man faces rape, kidnapping charges
Township police charged a 41-year-old Youngstown man with kidnapping and raping a 23-year-old city woman.
Pee Wee Phantoms lose pair before Christmas
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team entered the Christmas break on a sour note, losing twice
Watson Elementary PTA hosts Santa breakfast
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When Santa Claus visited Watson Elementary on Dec. 10, he chose
St. Christine students feed families
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the holidays, the staff and students at St. Christine
Watson Christmas show teaches that words can hurt
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com What would Santa had done without his trusty reindeer? The
Austintown library celebrates ‘Grinchmas’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The original cartoon version of Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole
Boardman Shepherd celebrates ‘Holly Jolly’ Christmas
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The family, friends, staff, and residents of Boardman Shepherd of
St. Christine students feed families
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the holidays, the staff and students at St. Christine
Mickey and Minnie visit the Boardman Public Library
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The stars of “Disney on Ice: Mickey and Minnie’s Magical Journey,”
Exchange students leave Valley happy
“Everyone was so friendly to me.” “The people were all so nice and friendly.” “We were
St. Christine students feed families in need
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the holidays, the staff and students at St. Christine
German exchange students leave Valley
“Everyone was so friendly to me.” “The people were all so nice and friendly.” “We were
Local company earns national recognition
Falcon Transport Co., a Youngstown-based trucking and transportation company, has received a Patriot
Poland Shepherd hosts Live Nativity
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The residents at Shepherd of the Valley Poland, along with family
Glenellen residents remember Idora Park
The residents at Glenellen were treated to a journey down memory lane at an Idora Park-themed
Poland wrestlers still undefeated at home
The Poland wrestling team improved its record to 4-0 at home and remained undefeated in All-American
Dobbins second-graders perform retro Christmas show
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com As a Christmas gift to herself, Dobbins second-grade teacher Chris
German exchange students leave Valley
“Everyone was so friendly to me.” “The people were all so nice and friendly.” “We were
Thursday, December 29 (129 stories)
Green Party candidate back on Mahoning ballot
A Green Party candidate for Mahoning County commissioner who was disqualified earlier this month is back on the ballot.
No injuries in North Side fire tonight
Fire of undetermined origin caused an estimated $5,000 damage to a home at 164 Benita Ave. this evening.
FSU rallies past Notre Dame
FSU rallies past Notre Dame ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Florida State rallied from a 14-point second-half
Minn. money-transfer shops stop taking Somali cash
Minn. money-transfer shops stop taking Somali cash MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Money-transfer businesses
NYC mayor says work on 9/11 museum has stalled
NYC mayor says work on 9/11 museum has stalled NEW YORK (AP) — New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg
Federal court revives government wiretapping suit
Federal court revives government wiretapping suit SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court has
The top 20 concert tours listed
The top 20 concert tours listed The Top 20 Concert Tours ranks artists by average box office gross
Gay nativity scene vandalized at Southern Calif. church
Gay nativity scene vandalized at Southern Calif. church LOS ANGELES — An unusual nativity display
Alaska volcano sends ash plume up to 15,000 feet
Alaska volcano sends ash plume up to 15,000 feet ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A remote Alaska volcano
2 dead, 62 hurt in 40-vehicle New Orleans pileup
2 dead, 62 hurt in 40-vehicle New Orleans pileup NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Police say two men have been
Mahoning County elections board sells electronic-voting machines
Mahoning County elections board sells electronic-voting machines
Aqua Ohio water rates going up Jan. 1 for Mahoning County customers
Aqua Ohio water rates going up Jan. 1 for Mahoning County customers
Sebring School District gets state auditor's award
Sebring School District gets state auditor's award
Giffords, survivors to commemorate mass shooting
Giffords, survivors to commemorate mass shooting TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Rep. Gabrielle Giffords,
Vermont reopens last highway destroyed by Irene
Vermont reopens last highway destroyed by Irene STOCKBRIDGE, Vt. (AP) — Four months and a day
Ohio airport seeks millions from feds for upgrades
Ohio airport seeks millions from feds for upgrades
Ariz. teen charged in fatal Russian roulette game
Ariz. teen charged in fatal Russian roulette game KINGMAN, Ariz. (AP) — A western Arizona teen has
Local Kmart, Sears stores spared on initial closing list
Local Kmart, Sears stores spared on initial closing list
Need help avoiding hangover? Less booze, more H2O
Need help avoiding hangover? Less booze, more H2O CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago attorney Colleen Gorman
Ohio anti-abortion group to replace exec. director
Ohio anti-abortion group to replace exec. director
Police: Boston robbery suspect gave bills to kids
Police: Boston robbery suspect gave bills to kids BOSTON (AP) — Boston police say a woman
Calif. man pleads not guilty in soldier shooting
Calif. man pleads not guilty in soldier shooting SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) — A 19-year-old
San Jose mom accused of tossing toddler out window
San Jose mom accused of tossing toddler out window SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — A San Jose mother
US finalizes deal to sell F-15s to Saudi Arabia
US finalizes deal to sell F-15s to Saudi Arabia HONOLULU (AP) — The Obama administration has
Kevon Williams arraigned on standoff, other charges
Kevon Williams arraigned on standoff, other charges
Girl sues W.Pa. school district over teacher's sexting
Girl sues W.Pa. school district over teacher's sexting
2,000 toys taken in Christmas weekend burglary in Ohio
2,000 toys taken in Christmas weekend burglary in Ohio
Muslims upset by NYPD to boycott mayor's breakfast
Muslims upset by NYPD to boycott mayor's breakfast
Ohio gets extra cash for enrolling more children in fed health programs
Ohio gets extra cash for enrolling more children in fed health programs
Ohio woman's black Santa returned 1 year after theft
Ohio woman's black Santa returned 1 year after theft
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Edward and Kelli (Brooke) Ditata of Henderson, Nev., are announcing the birth of their first child,
Business startup seminar Jan. 9 at library
SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business, the Business and Investment Center and the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County, will present a business-startup seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Main Library, 305 Wick Ave., focusing on starting a new or home-based business.
Poland woman named volunteer of the year
Poland woman named volunteer of the year GIRARD USA Dance Youngstown-Warren Chapter 2015
Warren citywide youth choir concert Jan. 13
The Warren citywide youth choir is preparing for a winter concert to be presented at 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at New Jerusalem Fellowship Church, 2555 Palymra Road SW, in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Lease will protect Valley landowners from water contamination
Water quality is a top concern to all landowners, especially those with water wells near oil- and natural-gas drilling operations.
Dozens voice plea to spare Youngstown postal facility
By Elise Franco Efranco@vindy.com Boardman Closing the Youngstown mail-processing and
Brookfield in title game
The host team and Sharon High will meet tonight in the championship game of the 18th annual Lady Warrior Holiday Tournament at Brookfield High. Both used strong defensive performances in the second quarter of their opening round wins on Wednesday.
Springfield boys roll along, burn up Rockets
The Springfield Tigers roared loud and clear on Wednesday night as they rolled convincingly past their rivals from Lowellville 67-36.
Judge rules in favor of Harding player
A Trumbull County Common Pleas Court judge has granted a temporary restraining order that allows Warren G. Harding High School senior Arthur Cook to play basketball starting with the Raiders’ next game Friday night.
Kasich: Voters sent SB 5 message
Senate Bill 5 dominated newspaper headlines in 2011, drawing thousands of protesters to the Ohio Statehouse and a heated election campaign that resulted in the defeat of a collective-bargaining reform package written by Republicans and supported by Gov. John Kasich.
O’Connor stops 41, but Phantoms lose in shootout to Cedar Rapids
Staff report CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA Jack Rowe scored the only goal of the shootout, and the
Trumbull County kennel improves by leaps and bounds
By nearly any measurement, the Trumbull County Dog Kennel on Anderson Avenue in Howland has undergone a turnaround in the last four years.
BASKETBALL Wednesday’s other high school games
BOYS Cleveland Benedictine 66, Cardinal Mooney 61 YOUNGSTOWN A 21-point second quarter gave
Prosecutor: Office, victim opposed to release of child rapist
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s office continues to
Business advisory panel helps Youngstown School District
City schools Superintendent Connie Hathorn has gathered a committee of business professionals to aid the school district in preparing students for the work world.
Flag-raising ceremony honors Newton Falls infant who died
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN When Jennifer Culp of Newton Falls learned there would be
Boardman police probe drive-by shooting
Staff report BOARDMAN Police are investigating a drive-by shooting that occurred early Wednesday
The Valleys' Top 10 Newsmakers of theYear
Former Youngstown Mayor Jay Wiliams and current Mayor Chuck Sammarone discuss issues.
CPR/AED classes
CPR/AED classes BOARDMAN The American Red Cross of the Mahoning Valley is offering classes
Activists: Troops kill more protesters
Activists: Troops kill more protesters BEIRUT Arab League monitors gathered accounts about the
Game time taxslayer.com Gator bowl
Game time taxslayer.com Gator bowl Matchup: Ohio State vs. Florida When: Jan. 2; kickoff at 1
Economists give Obama poor grade
Economists give Obama poor grade WASHINGTON President Barack Obama gets mediocre marks for his
Warren woman will make autism play available on DVD
Rebecca Maher’s play about autism has touched many Ohioans. Now she plans to put it on DVD so that
Obama campaign up and running for 1st caucus
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa One presidential campaign claims an impressive effort in Iowa
Who should pay for roads?
Opinion: By Gabriel Roth McClatchy-Tribune When Congress returns to Washington after the New Year, its
Preventive-care coverage confuses
Associated Press CHICAGO Bill Dunphy thought his colonoscopy would be free. His insurance
4 injured in crash of plane
Associated Press LEBANON, Ohio A small plane flying with an engine compartment door open
Bowden introduced at Akron
Associated Press AKRON Terry Bowden believes he is returning to Division I football after a 13
Group tries again to ban dog auctions in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS A group that wants to ban dog auctions in Ohio is waiting to learn
Stocks slide; S&P is negative for year
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks weakened Wednesday, ending a five-day advance in the S&P 500
Game time
Game time Matchup: Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati Bengals When: Sunday; kickoff at 4:15 p.m.
US tourism industry pushes lawmakers to ease visa process
Associated Press LAS VEGAS Agustina Ocampo is the kind of foreign traveler businesses salivate
Butler museum acquires realist master painting
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Butler Institute of American Art has acquired a master painting by
Ron Paul gets front-runner’s ‘welcome’ from rivals in Iowa
Associated Press NEWTON, Iowa Texas Rep. Ron Paul received a welcome befitting a man with a
birthdays
birthdays Actress Inga Swenson (“Benson”) is 79. Actress Mary Tyler Moore is 75. Actor Jon Voight
METRO DIGEST || McDaniel ordered to have psych evaluation
Man to be evaluated YOUNGSTOWN A 33-year-old West Side man accused of dragging a Youngstown
Warren looks into selling water for fracking
The city, which has begun to earn revenue from the treatment of frack water from oil and gas exploration in the region, also is making preparations to sell the “raw” water the companies use.
US warns Iran against closing key oil passage
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran The U.S. strongly warned Iran on Wednesday against closing a
Detective: Interviews will tie cases
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard Police detective Capt. John Norman believes
Batch ready if Big Ben can’t play
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Charlie Batch stood in the huddle, so intent on hearing Pittsburgh
Bargain hunters split shopping season into 2
Associated Press NEW YORK The holiday shopping season turned out to be two seasons: the Black
Movie pirates loved ‘Fast Five’
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES “Fast Five,” “The Hangover Part II” and “Thor” were the year’s
avoiding costly surprises
avoiding costly surprises Experts offer the following tips for avoiding surprise medical bills for
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Marc and Laura Pfahler, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 27. Felicia
Ohio St. cruises in Big Ten opener over Northwestern
By Bob Baptist The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Jordan Sibert held up his shooting hand to
Space heater caused fire that killed 3 near Columbus, officials say
Associated Press COLUMBUS Investigators say a space heater caused a Christmas Eve fire that
Warren police prepare to hire
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Help wanted. Must enjoy public service, be between 18
Bengals’ Green surprised to get Pro Bowl as a rookie
Associated Press CINCINNATI A.J. Green didn’t think he’d make the Pro Bowl as a rookie. His
Toll of home foreclosures is too high to fight alone
Editorial: The assault on the AMERICAN dream of home ownership remains a haunting aftereffect of the Great
Kim Jong Un is now ‘supreme leader’
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea says Kim Jong Il’s son is now “supreme
Trumbull Co. officials expected to OK 2 grants
Staff report WARREN Trumbull County commissioners are expected today to approve two federal
oddly enough
oddly enough Ohio Nativity display becomes scene of lamb birth CINCINNATI A lamb has been
Abortion, residency focus of new laws for 2012
Associated Press Girls seeking abortions in New Hampshire must first tell their parents or a
McCoy hasn’t passed tests, unlikely to play
Associated Press BEREA With starting quarterback Colt McCoy still shaken from the head shot
GE to invest $72M in Grove City facilities
Staff report GROVE CITY, Pa. General Electric Co. will invest $72 million in a diesel- engine
Ohio St. LB Ryan Shazier flashes his potential
By Bill Rabinowitz The Columbus Dispatch JACKSONVILLE, Fla. On one sideline or the other, Ryan
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.03 —0.27 Avalon
Linking faiths at the YMCA
Opinion: This was a bleak year for anyone who dreams of Middle East peace or Arab-Jewish coexistence. So
TOP ENTERTAINMENT of the YEAR
TOP ENTERTAINMENT of the YEAR A LOOK BACK AT THE VALLEY’S BIGGEST LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
new wilmington Woman is jailed in case of stolen check
Staff report New wilmington Christine Irene Taylor is in Lawrence County Jail in lieu of $15,000
A new trickle-down theory
Opinion: By William A. COLLINS OtherWords Budget cuts are slippery. What happens when your state cuts
Ground black pepper helps stop bleeding
Q. At Thanksgiving, my son-in-law sharpened my knives, but he cut his thumb and finger badly in the
The working equation Move more, eat less
By Ellen Warren Chicago Tribune You finally decide to get off the couch and start an exercise
Hang up and drive
Opinion: Hang up and drive Chicago Tribune: The National Transportation Safety Board wants all 50 states to
Selling organs shouldn’t be banned
Opinion: WASHINGTON The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is famously liberal and frequently reversed.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Grease,SDRq New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle. Auditions will
First Night Youngstown to ring in the new year
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN First Night Youngs-town, the family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration
The best and worst movies of 2011
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service This year at the movies — who knew? Who knew
A New Year brings a new start Take a few MINUTES to form a new habit
By Nara Schoenberg Chicago Tribune I tried for years to do two simple things: brush my teeth
Another point in fracking debate
Opinion: Another point in fracking debate The debate over the hydro fracking industry is not complete
Trumbull Dems suggest Infante gets elections seat
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Democratic Party Central Committee has recommended that
Wean gives $128K to neighborhood groups
Staff report WARREN The Raymond John Wean Foundation has awarded Neighborhood SUCCESS grants
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Sat: Whiskey River, 9 p.m.
“happy new year, charlie brown” (8 p.m., abc): The “Peanuts” gang returns to
“happy new year, charlie brown” (8 p.m., abc): The “Peanuts” gang returns to rock another holiday in
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Youngstown City Council finance committee, noon, 26 S. Phelps St. Special
Good riddance to bad weather
Opinion: By Jack Hayes McClatchy-Tribune During these last 12 tumultuous months we’ve experienced more
Leetonia library programs offered in January
LEETONIA The Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut St., is offering the following programs
Details of N. Side standoff disputed
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Kevon Williams is set to go before a
Cavaliers dominate undersized Pistons
By Jason Lloyd Akron Beacon Journal DETROIT Before Wednesday’s game, Cleveland Cavaliers coach
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jacob P. Kelecava, 30, of 12324 Beaver Creek Road,
Sen. Schiavoni named assistant minority whip
COLUMBUS The Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus selected Sen. Joe Schiavoni, D-33rd of Canfield,
POLICE CALLS for Canfield, Austintown
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Best albums of 2011
By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Music Writer Here’s the AP’s list of the best albums of 2011: 1.
Comedian Brown: a 'one-man party'
Women looking to give their man a New Year’s resolution they can use in 2012 may want to consider taking in actor-comedian Kevin Brown’s New Year’s Eve show at The Funny Farm Comedy Club.
New this week
NEw this week The Darkest Hour (PG-13) ss In Moscow, five young people lead the charge against
Wednesday, December 28 (91 stories)
Phantoms lose in shootout
Phantoms lose in shootout Staff report CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA Jack Rowe scored the only goal of
Springfield boys burn up Rockets
Springfield boys burn up Rockets By LOWELL SPENCER sports@vindy.com New Middletown The
100s turn out to oppose proposed postal service closing
Local political representatives, U.S. Postal Service employees and Mahoning Valley residents attended a public meeting to oppose the closing of the Youngstown mail-processing and distribution center.
Kyrie Irving scored 14 in Cavs’ win
Kyrie Irving scored 14 in Cavs’ win Associated Press AUBURN HILLS, Mich. Rookie Kyrie Irving
Vt. police say thief proposed with stolen ring
Vt. police say thief proposed with stolen ring BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — A diamond engagement ring
Muslims upset by NYPD to boycott mayor’s breakfast
Muslims upset by NYPD to boycott mayor’s breakfast NEW YORK (AP) — Several Muslim leaders in New
Gov’t to pay family $17.8M for military jet crash
Gov’t to pay family $17.8M for military jet crash SAN DIEGO (AP) — A federal judge has ordered the
Judge rules in favor of Harding basketball hopeful
Judge rules in favor of Harding basketball hopeful By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A
Special type of corn at risk
Special type of corn at risk One of the nation’s most widely planted crops — a genetically
Police believe suicide linked to earlier shooting
Police believe suicide linked to earlier shooting GIRARD — City police believe there is a link
Cause of death unclear for Minn. shooting suspect
Cause of death unclear for Minn. shooting suspect DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — An autopsy on a man who
Judge sends man charged in YSU cop assault for psych evaluation
Judge sends man charged in YSU cop assault for psych evaluation
Golf, hikes and sea turtles fill Obama’s Hawaii vacation time
Golf, hikes and sea turtles fill Obama’s Hawaii vacation time HONOLULU — It’s too early to say
Damaged Southwest jet towed from runway
Damaged Southwest jet towed from runway SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The Southwest Airlines flight
Oklahoma baby is 3rd sickened by rare bacteria
Oklahoma baby is 3rd sickened by rare bacteria ATLANTA (AP) — Health officials say an Oklahoma
Man charged in hostage case after Facebook rescue
Man charged in hostage case after Facebook rescue SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah police have filed
Appeals court upholds convictions in Fort Dix plot
Appeals court upholds convictions in Fort Dix plot TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A federal appeals panel
General Electric plans upgrades at Grove City, Pa., facilities
GE plans upgrades at Grove City, Pa., facilities
Autopsies: Conn. victims died of smoke inhalation
Autopsies: Conn. victims died of smoke inhalation STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) — The Connecticut medical
Stocks slide on signs of jitters at European banks
Stocks slide on signs of jitters at European banks NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are falling in midday
Proposed bill would ban cheery SC greeting mandate
Proposed bill would ban cheery SC greeting mandate COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Two South Carolina
Ohio cops still seeking tips in 2010 holiday season killing
Ohio cops still seeking tips in 2010 holiday season killing
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., Youngstown, will serve fish dinners
Canfield defeats Boardman
Canfield basketball player Cole Pryjma had a strange feeling after Monday’s practice that he might get an opportunity to make his varsity debut Tuesday against Boardman.
Oil and gas leases: Learn how to reap the benefits
Most Mahoning Valley landowners who sign oil and gas leases will never see a Utica or Marcellus shale well on their property.
Mural tells family’s story
The walls at one South Side man’s house tell a tale of life and love. Thomas Baldwin has been shooting pictures of family and friends for 63 years. The thousands of photos comprise a “Shots of Love” mural that decorates the walls of several rooms in his Hudson Avenue home.
Marilyn Higgins, the executive director of Victorian Players, dies
Marilyn Higgins, executive director of Victorian Players Theater, died Christmas Day at her Boardman home after a bout with cancer. She was 64.
Father wins appeal in custody of son
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The 11th District Court of Appeals has overturned a
Dance of a lifetime
Spending their Christmas vacation in the dance studio will pay off for 10 local teens who are performing live with musical act Train during halftime of the Orange Bowl.
Report: Almost $439K spent on mansion
Assocaited Press COLUMBUS Ohio taxpayers paid more than $438,000 to staff, maintain and repair
Man faces charges in standoff
The 20-year-old man at the center of the fourth police standoff in three weeks could be standing before a Youngstown Municipal Court judge as early as today.
Kasich touts JobsOhio role
State lawmakers have not yet given JobsOhio the authority to administer the job-creating programs currently housed in the Ohio Department of Development.
Man gets 5 years in prison for assault
A 26-year-old city man is going to prison for five years for hitting a woman on her head with a handgun, forcing her out of her apartment, beating her and jabbing her in her face with a burning cigar — all while her 16-month-old daughter slept in her apartment.
Pens stretch winning streak to 4
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Dan Bylsma has been around the Pittsburgh Penguins long enough to
Phantoms hope to extend streak
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The holiday break is over for the Youngstown Phantoms who will take on
YSU falls to Stony Brook
Staff report Stony Brook, N.Y. The Youngstown State women’s basketball team shot 26 percent and
Big Ben has ‘a shot’ to play against Browns
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin believes injured quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and center Maurkice Pouncey both have “a shot” to play in Sunday’s regular season finale at Cleveland.
SPORTS STORIES of the YEAR
SPORTS STORIES of the YEAR A LOOK BACK AT THE TOP LOCAL SPORTS 1: Cardinal Mooney wins eighth
5 Steelers make Pro Bowl
Staff/wire report Steelers safety Troy Polamalu, center Maurkice Pouncey, wide receiver Mike
NEWS STORIES of the YEAR
The uproar over a ballot issue to stop some collective- bargaining rights for public employees, tense negotiations between
Ungaro becomes Poland trustee
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND The third time was the charm. Eric C. Ungaro
Feel fuller longer with pork tenderloin
Family Features Staying true to wellness goals in the New Year doesn’t always mean cutting out
UW receives $100K
UW receives $100K YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Foundation recently awarded the United Way of
School reform takes time
Opinion: School reform takes time Steubenville Herald-Star: Allocating funds among hundreds of school
Girard police probe shooting
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard Police say a strong lead toward finding
South Range seniors overwhelm McDonald
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com McDONALD South Range’s seniors taught the younger McDonald High
Buckeyes ready for Big Ten opener
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State’s players know it would be quite an accomplishment to win a
Profanchick’s bucket helps Girard triumph
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com GIRARD Joe Profanchick’s fourth-quarter 3-pointer helped the
For Iraq war vets, no parade is imminent
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans probably won’t be seeing a huge ticker-tape parade anytime
BUSINESS STORIES of the YEAR
BUSINESS STORIES of the YEAR A LOOK BACK AT THE TOP BUSINESS STORIES IN THE VALLEY 1:
Van Halen and Roth will tour next year
Wire and staff report NEW YORK Van Halen will tour in 2012. The rock band has posted a video
‘Spending cut to the bone?’ Believe it when you see it
Opinion: According to the Mayan “long count” calendar, the final day on Earth is less than a year away, on
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 28, the 362nd day of 2011. There are three days left in the year.
Delicious treat for all occasions
By Linda Gassenheimer McClatchy Newspapers A Neapolitan pizza-style sauce over tender, juicy
Births
Births ST. elizabeth health center Catalina Vega and Rashen Britt, Austintown, girl, Dec. 24.
Of Palestine and Palestinians
Opinion: Of Palestine and Palestinians ADec. 23 letter, “Presiden- tial candidate panders,” criticized Newt
As we get ready for the ball to drop Saturday night in Times Square, here are five things you need
As we get ready for the ball to drop Saturday night in Times Square, here are five things you need
Consumer confidence index surges in Dec.
Consumer confidence index surges in Dec. new york Americans are gaining faith that the economy
Robbery probed
Robbery probed BOARDMAN Police continue to investigate an attempted Christmas Eve robbery at
For Saudi women, progress comes slowly, and not surely
Opinion: Women in Saudi Arabia won a small but promising victory this year. No, they aren’t being allowed to
BEST TELEVISION MOMENTS OF
BEST TELEVISION MOMENTS OF Associated Press NEW YORK Don’t look back. Maybe that’s one
Wild card is worth watching
Opinion: WASHINGTON For all the roller-coaster tumultuousness of the primary season, the general election
Killer may be targeting escorts, Detroit police say
Associated Press DETROIT Detroit police fear that a killer may be targeting escorts after
Up to 120 Sears, Kmart stores will close
Staff/wire report NEW YORK Sears Holdings Corp. plans to close between 100 and 120 Sears and
Warren City Council expected to OK budget
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN At tonight’s regular meeting, Warren City Council is
Producer won’t fight extradition
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A reality show producer charged with murdering his wife during a
Budget bites and sips that sparkle
Family Features If you’re in the mood to host a New Year’s Eve party but think you don’t have the
Police probe holiday weekend robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Christmas season traditionally is a
China, India and Brazil are on the rise
Opinion: By Carmelo Ruiz-Marrero McClatchy-Tribune Here’s a trend to watch in the coming year: the rise
Wine of the Week
Wine of the Week What: 2009 Domaine Faiveley Mercurey “Clos des Myglands, Premier Cru” Info:
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS McConaughey gets engaged LOS ANGELES Matthew McConaughey is engaged to marry his
Family Features
Family Features When it comes to cele- brations, there’s no season quite like the holiday season.
Youngstown ends the year with great news from feds
Editorial: Since taking office in August, Youngstown Mayor Charles Sammarone, a veteran of city politics, has
New types of shoppers emerge
Associated Press Four new types of U.S. shoppers have emerged this holiday season. There’s the
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Brookfield township trustees, special year-end meeting, 7 p.m., 6844 Strimbu
LaBrae’s Aldridge dominates to beat Howland
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG The undefeated LaBrae High boys basketball team
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Police investigate Girard shooting
Police investigate Girard shooting Staff Report Police are investigating a shooting Tuesday
Police: Neighbor chopped up Ind. girl with hacksaw
Police: Neighbor chopped up Ind. girl with hacksaw
Pa. state trooper subdued by stun gun to get booze rehab
Pa. state trooper subdued by stun gun to get booze rehab
Ohio prisoners help make pound dogs more adoptable
Ohio prisoners help make pound dogs more adoptable
Austintown police investigating shooting of Poland man
Austintown police investigating shooting of Poland man
No issues in Ohio town that now allows booze sales
No issues in Ohio town taht now allows booze sales
Pa. woman uses stroller like shopping cart to steal
Pa. woman uses stroller like shopping cart to steal
Ohio EPA proposes rules on debris landfill liquids
Ohio EPA proposes rules on debris landfill liquids
New teen driving requirements taking effect in Pa.
New teen driving requirements taking effect in Pa.
Between 100 and 120 Sears, Kmart stores to close nationwide
Between 100 and 120 Sears, Kmart stories to close nationwide
AP survey: Economy to pick up in 2012 but still vulnerable
AP survey: Economy to pick up in 2012 but still vulnerable
Report: Almost $439K spent on Ohio governor's mansion
Report: Almost $439K spent on Ohio governor's mansion
REUNIONS
South High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet at noon Wednesday at Denny’s on Route
2012-13 scholarship available to women
2012-13 scholarship available to women YOUNGSTOWN Catholic Collegiate Association is offering a
Ruritan group installs 2012 officers
CANFIELD Berlin-Ellsworth Ruritans met Dec. 12 at A La Cart Catering for their annual Christmas
Bengals still flipping over Simpson’s TD leap against Rams
Associated Press cincinnati Jerome Simpson’s heels-over-head touchdown still has the Bengals
Riding high in saddle Poland teenager competes as finalist in national quarter-horse competition
Jenna Jacobs took her first steps at age 1 toward a pony, and now at 15 she’s completing the final steps to be a national championship quarter-horse rider.
Mail center hopes public can deliver it from closure
The Youngstown mail-processing and distribution center, previously slated for closure by the U.S. Postal Service before congressional intervention, will get a public meeting to attempt to dissuade the postal service from vacating the city.
‘Long range’ Lee lifts Warren JFK
The junior scored 20 points on five 3-pointers as the Eagles pulled away from Champion. By JIM
OH WOW!
As the ageless poem, “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” reads, “not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.”
Landowners urged to beware of selling mineral rights
Oil and gas leases are at the forefront of shale drilling in the Mahoning Valley.
Ripped by the Raptors
Cavaliers’ top pick Irving struggles in pro debut Associated Press cleveland Kyrie Irving
Kasich touts his first-year jobs record
Eighty-three thousand jobs. That’s what Gov. John Kasich is crediting his administration with either saving or creating since he took office in January.
Shurmur: Browns must play smarter
Associated Press berea Browns part-time starting quarterback Seneca Wallace walked through
Debate rages on selection methods
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As the new year is about to begin, Robert
Friendly opposition
Tom Vasvari, right, greets his neighbors Darryl Heavrin and Susan Kondos of Eve Drive in Struthers. Vasvari has a sign supporting the 2008 campaign of President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden; Heavrin and Kondos have a sign supporting U.S. Sen. and 2008 Republican presidential candidate John McCain and his running mate, then-Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin.
Officials: Jury duty validates citizenship
Jury service is one of the highest callings of citizenship, judges and the jury commissioner say.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday West Branch school board, special meeting, 7:30 a.m., high school, 14277 Main
KASICH series
KASICH series Vindicator Correspondent Marc Kovac sat down recently with Gov. John Kasich to
Death toll climbs to nearly 1,500
Death toll climbs to nearly 1,500 MANILA, Philippines The death toll from flash floods that
The top iPad apps on the App Store charts for last week:
The top iPad apps on the App Store charts for last week: Top Paid iPad Apps: v Grand Theft Auto
In swing Ohio, Gingrich gaining the ‘not-Romneys’
Associated Press WEST CHESTER, Ohio For “Anybody but Romney” Republicans in a key conservative
Vikings expect Peterson back for start of 2012
Associated Press eden prairie, minn. The athletic abilities of star running back Adrian
Hacking victims targeted again
Associated Press NEW YORK Victims of a data breach at the security analysis firm Stratfor
Missouri routs Tar Heels, leaves Big 12 on a big note
Associated Press shreveport, la. James Franklin’s hard running and timely passing led Missouri
Survey: Economy to pick up but still will be vulnerable
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. economy will grow faster in 2012 — if it isn’t knocked off
Birthdays
Birthdays Guitarist Scotty Moore (Elvis Presley’s band) is 80. Actor John Amos (“Men in Trees,”
Orton supplies Tebow’s next test
Associated Press englewood, colo. He’s revived a foundering franchise with last-minute magic
Man, 18, jailed in Facebooked Pa. store burglary
Associated Press PITTSBURGH An 18-year-old Pittsburgh man has been jailed on charges he
SHALE LEASING SERIES Today is the second in a five-part series on oil- and gas-lease terms that landowners should consider before signing:
Monday: Leasing overview TODAY: Leasing vs. buying Wednesday: Getting a fair share Thursday:
Ravens must overcome road woes to win North
Associated Press owings mills, md. Finishing unbeaten at home won’t be nearly as satisfying for
Colleges must respect donors
Opinion: By Tim Newell Baltimore Sun BALTIMORE The five weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day
Campaign for Iowa in final week
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa An Iowa caucus campaign that has cycled through several
Moon mission
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The moon has come a long way since Galileo first peered at it
Police: Man in Santa suit killed 6, self
Associated Press GRAPEVINE, Texas Police in a quiet Fort Worth suburb worked Monday to piece
It’s time to write off the charitable-giving tax deduction
Opinion: By Jack Shakely Los Angeles Times Psst: Want to know a way to reduce our national debt by a
Sand Storms In Sales
The boom in drilling for natural gas trapped in layers of shale has been good news for a handful of Ohio companies that supply the type of sand needed for such drilling.
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Tekquan D. Alexander v. Erin R. Fairbanks, other torts.
Ashtabula Co. deals with fracking issues
Though it has not officially begun in Ashtabula County, “fracking,” a natural-gas drilling process, is fraught with legal and environmental implications for local residents.
Kwanzaa: Love it or hate it, its core principles endure
Editorial: Today, 45 years after its first observance in California, the week-long African American- cultural
Corporate financing corrupts
Opinion: By Bill McKibben Los Angeles Times It was one of those uncomfortable moments when you suddenly
Cheap tickets from a cheap owner
The Cincinnati Bengals haven’t been anywhere near the vanguard of the NFL for two decades now, a
Actor moves beyond Bond
Associated Press NEW YORK The time off from James Bond has been very good to Daniel Craig. In
The revolution betrayed
Opinion: The revolution betrayed Baltimore Sun: The high hopes of the Egyptian people for a peaceful
All (Buck) eyes on Stoneburner
By TIM MAY Columbus Dispatch columbus There’s a notion that tight end Jake Stoneburner has
Nigerians fear more attacks after 39 killed
Associated Press MADALLA, Nigeria Women returned to clean the blood from St. Theresa Catholic
Painkiller has abuse experts worried
Associated Press NEW YORK Drug companies are working to develop a pure, more powerful version of
Christmas home fire
Christmas home fire NEWTON FALLS A Christmas Day fire here required assistance from five fire
What Youngstown has to offer
Opinion: What Youngstown has to offer Hard times are nothing new to our beloved Mahoning Valley, but we
oddly enough
oddly enough Texas men trade same Christmas card for decades WHITEHOUSE, Texas A Christmas
Buccaneers’ Morris: ‘I will never fire myself’
Associated Press tampa, fla. Coach Raheem Morris sees a bright future for the Tampa Bay
newsmakers
newsmakers Man charged in killing of rapper surrenders ATLANTA A man charged with killing an
Monday, December 26 (75 stories)
Diesel spill closes one lane of I-80 in Weathersfield Twp.
Diesel spill closes one lane of 1-80 in Weathersfield Twp.
Insurer claims $1M policy won't cover Pa. Turnpike goo
Insurer claims $1M policy won't cover Pa. Turnpike goo
Texas police: Man in Santa suit killed 6 relatives
Texas police: Man in Santa suit killed 6 relatives
Erie, Pa. police officer improving since struck by SUV
Erie, Pa. police officer improving since struck by SUV
No cause given for Christmas Day fire in Newton Falls
No cause given for Christmas Day fire in Newton Falls
Public meeting Wednesday on postal service plan to close Youngstown facility
Public meeting Wednesday on postal service plan to close Youngstown facility
Adriane Blewitt | Joseph Wilson
BOARDMAN Adriane Susanne Blewitt and Joseph Edward Wilson, both of Irmo, S.C., were united in
Christine Mastalio | Greg Barth
DAVENPORT, IOWA Christine Mastalio of Iowa City, Iowa, and Greg Barth of Davenport were united in
Lianna DiPasqua | Curt Walton
YOUNGSTOWN Lianna Amy DiPasqua and Curt Leonard Walton, both of Canfield, were united in marriage
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
Fund partners to benefit Toys for Tots
Fund partners to benefit Toys for Tots NILES The Strimbu Memorial Fund, part of the Shenango
Shale Leasing: Gushing in deals
After settling in Columbiana County for most of 2011, the oil-and gas-leasing binge now is in full swing throughout the Mahoning Valley.
Browns: Wallace accepts blunder blame
By Mary Kay Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer BALTIMORE Browns quarterback Seneca Wallace assumed
Experts: Get help to save homes
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Experts on foreclosure and one man who
Same name minus fame
By CAITLIN FITCH TheNewsOutlet.org People always ask Barbara Walters if she is going to
James’ 37 points ignite Heat victory
Associated Press DALLAS While Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks were on the court
Liberty family has the recipe for tradition
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com LIBERTY It’s been more than six decades since the start of
Marshals’ new tactic calls for tips via texting
Staff report Cleveland Texting and using a website are two new ways for the public to give
Independence Bowl: Game crew includes locals
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When the Missouri Tigers take on the North Carolina
Tressels visit Canfield
Staff report CANFIELD Former Ohio State University head football coach Jim Tressel celebrated
Mannozzi shifts to 50k gear
By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN Fifty-thousand of anything — tons, dollars, acres —
Boardman suit alleges shoddy roof work at road garage
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Boardman Township is suing a local
Mahoning food-license fees go up, down
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN The Mahoning County District Board of
For the kid in us all
Holding an old train transformer that still works, Harmon Andrews III loves the store that is part hardware, part hobby, but most of all a place he grew up in and works hours every week: Andrews Shopping Center in Howland Center.
‘Anonymous’ hackers target US think tank
‘Anonymous’ hackers target US think tank LONDON The loose-knit hacking movement “Anonymous”
U.S. and Pakistan are at odds
Opinion: The scary decline of relations between the United States and Pakistan — the world’s most dangerous
Foul shots beat Celtics
Associated Press NEW YORK Carmelo Anthony and the Knicks know it will never be easy against the
RISKY BUSINESS
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Pro Football Writer Ask Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-
2012 winter classic Outdoors beckon Flyers, Rangers
McClatchy Newspapers PHILADELPHIA The Winter Classic is easily the most eagerly anticipated
Christmas dinner at St. Patrick’s serves up comfort to 300
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Angela Young has undergone difficult times of late
White House cannot allow crucial city agency to close
Editorial: Now that the Mahoning- Youngstown Community Action Partnership has exhausted its judicial appeals
Though the family continues to grow, some things — including one of the dining-room tables,
Though the family continues to grow, some things — including one of the dining-room tables, the
4-year-old, 2 adults found dead in Ohio house fire
Associated Press COLUMBUS A 4-year-old boy, his mother and a third person were found dead in a
Rose caps Bulls’ dramatic rally
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Derrick Rose drove the lane and lofted home a smooth floating
When women shop, expectations out of stock
Opinion: By Gina Barreca Hartford Courant I wanted to buy a T-shirt saying “Does this T-shirt make me
Changes await Missouri, UNC
Associated Press SHREVEPORT, La. Big changes are coming for the football programs at Missouri
Will Paul break the spell?
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer Every four years around this time, the 99 percent of
Vatican seeking ‘green’ popemobile
Vatican seeking ‘green’ popemobile VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI’s popemobile may be getting an
Homeowner shoots 2 teens
Associated Press CLEVELAND Police say a homeowner shot and wounded two teens who broke into his
Bengals begging fans to show up
Associated Press CINCINNATI One victory away from an unexpected playoff spot, the Cincinnati
Business incubator tours set today
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator and OH WOW! Center for Science and
Schools seek better revenue
Opinion: The Norman (Okla.) Transcript: Oklahoma public schools are bracing for another tough round of budget
nfl playoffs Lions are in; Eagles aren’t
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer The Lions are in; the Eagles are out. Atlanta is closing
Packers secure playing at home
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. Aaron Rodgers threw five touchdown passes, Clay Matthews made
FUTURE HOPE
Associated Press CLEVELAND Byron Scott chooses his public comments about Kyrie Irving with great
Experts see stocks up in 2012
Associated Press NEW YORK The good news is that Wall Street experts think stock prices will rise
Attacks across Nigeria kill 39
Associated Press LAGOS, Nigeria Terror attacks across Nigeria by a radical Muslim sect killed at
Durant powers Thunder victory
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY Kevin Durant scored 30 points to help the Oklahoma City Thunder
Weight-loss battle
Associated Press NEW YORK Neil Ylanan eats for a living and travels constantly as a food expert
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Donald Moffat (“Clear and Present Danger”) is 81. Actor Caroll Spinney (Big Bird
quiz answers
quiz answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: x8 4 uK 10 7 6 vA 9 5 4 w8 7 2 The bidding
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Mahoning Soil & Water Conservation District Board, 7 p.m., Emergency Management
oddly enough
oddly enough Reindeer recovering from highway adventure in Ohio MASSILLON, Ohio A reindeer
The top-five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top-five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
Permit renewal
Permit renewal WARREN The city of Warren’s wastewater treatment plant has received its renewal
’Tis the season to steal
Associated Press More than spirits are being lifted this holiday season. During the four weeks
Dog days in Struthers
Opinion: Dog days in Struthers Since March of this year, I have been a prisoner inside of my own home on
Hospital: 3rd person dies after plane crash
Associated Press McARTHUR, Ohio A hospital says a third person has died after a single-engine
SHALE LEASING SERIES
SHALE LEASING SERIES Today is the first in a five-part series on oil- and gas-lease terms that
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
New Ohio law could boost craft breweries
Associated Press AKRON Ohio craft brewers hope a new state law allowing production breweries to
‘Star Wars’ video game speaks for itself
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES It’s something that players of modern
High-profile cases give victims courage
Philadelphia Inquirer PHILADELPHIA Since the child sex-abuse scandal broke at Penn State in
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Dec. 26, the 360th day of 2011. There are five days left in the year. The seven-day
Cleveland gets 1st roll of casino dice in Ohio
Associated Press CLEVELAND Visitors to Ohio’s first casino won’t see glitzy Las Vegas-style
Battling PTSD
Chicago Tribune It was just after midnight when former Marine Cpl. James Dahan was awakened by a
BEST BOOKS OF 2011
By David L. ULIN Los Angeles Times Of all the books I read this year, here — alphabetically by
Sunday, December 25 (104 stories)
Youngstown man arrested on charges of stabbing brother
Youngstown man arrested on charges of stabbing brother Staff report YOUNGSOWN A 25-year-old
Kwanzaa begins Monday with celebration at Youngstown church
Kwanzaa begins Monday with celebration at Youngstown church Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The
Family in Liberty clings to 6-decade-long Christmas tradition
Family in Liberty clings to 6-decade-long Christmas tradition By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com
‘Anonymous’ hackers target US security think tank
‘Anonymous’ hackers target US security think tank Associated Press LONDON The loose-knit
UPDATE: White House condemns terror attack at Christmas Mass
UPDATE: White House condemns terror attack at Christmas Mass Associated Press LAGOS, Nigeria
Baby alpaca stolen, beaten to death in Ohio
Baby alpaca stolen, beaten to death in Ohio Associated Press CINCINNATI A southwestern Ohio
Julie Obusek | William Koren Jr.
NEW MIDDLETOWN Julie Ann Obusek and William John Koren Jr., both of North Bethesda, Md., exchanged
Amanda Chopp | Charles Housteau III
YOUNGSTOWN Sts. Peter and Paul Church was the setting Oct. 15 for an afternoon ceremony where
Audrey Dodgson to be bride of Jacob Swank
Audrey Dodgson of Niles and Jacob Swank of Hubbard are engaged to be married in May 2013. The
Naples-Celeste wedding plans are announced
TULLY, N.Y. Michael and Katherine Naples of Tully, N.Y., formerly of Hubbard, are announcing the
Vulcan-Sylvester wedding will be autumn event
LEETONIA Rebecca Vulcan and Shane Sylvester, both of Leetonia, are announcing their engagement.
Ciara D’Altorio, Brian Barth plan summer nuptials
BOARDMAN The parents of Ciara D’Altorio of Boardman are announcing the engagement and coming
Miss Wielbruda, Mr. Taormina to wed in October
AUSTINTOWN The parents of Brianna Wielbruda are announcing the engagement of their daughter to Joe
Wedding planned for Heidi Hallas, Todd Warren
YOUNGSTOWN Joseph F. and Karen Hallas of Youngstown are announcing the engagement and upcoming
Meghan Linnelli, Andrew Miller to wed in Pittsburgh
CANFIELD Andrea and Greg Linnelli of Canfield are announcing the engagement and coming wedding of
Reedys travel to observe 50 years of marriage
BOARDMAN William Jr. and Sally Reedy of Boardman marked their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 2
McCamons’ 65th is celebrated at family dinner
COLUMBIANA The 65th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne McCamon of Columbiana was observed
Colers’ 50th marked at open house
LEETONIA Loren and Ruth Ann Coler of Leetonia were honored Nov. 19 at an open-house celebration
Local leaders to be honored at Heart Ball
The American Heart Association’s 2012 Heart Ball has been scheduled for Feb. 11 at Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave.
Annual Boar’s Head & Yule Log Festival set
YOUNGSTOWN The 51st annual Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival will be performed at 1:30 p.m. and
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR CITIZENS
Martha Lupse 50-Plus Card and Game Club will meet from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday in Room 106
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
Boardman Township sues construction company over roof work
Boardman Township sues construction company over roof work By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com
Third person dies after plane crash in Ohio
Third person dies after plane crash in Ohio Associated Press McARTHUR, Ohio A hospital says a
Public can now text U.S. Marshals task force with tips on suspects
Public can now text U.S. Marshals task force with tips on suspects Staff report Cleveland
Three killed in Christmas Eve house fire in Columbus
Three killed in Christmas Eve house fire in Columbus Associated Press COLUMBUS Three people
Explosion in Catholic church during Christmas Mass kills at least 25
Explosion in Catholic church during Christmas Mass kills at least 25 Associated Press LAGOS,
House fire kills 5 on Christmas morning
House fire kills 5 on Christmas morning Associated Press STAMFORD, Conn. Fire tore through a
New law makes for ‘great day’ for Ohio’s craft-beer breweries, owner says
New law makes for ‘great day’ for Ohio’s craft-beer breweries, owner says Associated Press
Fees for Health Department food licenses in Mahoning go up and down in 2012
Fees for Health Department food licenses in Mahoning go up and down in 2012 By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Caution urged amid leasing palooza for drilling in Mahoning Valley
Caution urged amid leasing palooza for drilling in Mahoning Valley By Karl Henkel
Body of woman found near McKinley Memorial
Body of woman found near McKinley Memorial Associated Press CANTON Police in northeast Ohio
Clatter that arose was city’s 9th quake
The depth of the city’s latest earthquake was the shallowest to date, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey.
Former YSU recruit Kaitlin Rohrs battles rare disease head on
Former YSU basketball recruit Kaitlin Rohrs battles rare disease head on By JOE SCALZO
Remaking downtown Youngstown
Opinion: From a sixth-floor vantage point, Dominic Marchionda looks down at the bustle of downtown Youngstown.
Here’s to living on Mahoning Valley's Easy Street
Margeritta Scardina always wanted to live on Easy Street.
Steelers don’t skip a beat with Batch at QB
Associated Press Pittsburgh Charlie Batch doesn’t know how many more games are left in his 37
A serious fall led to ... A TRIP DOWN THE AISLE
By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator AUSTINTOWN When a person suffers a severe fall, it
PK Akers sets NFL record in 49ers’ victory
Associated Press SEATTLE Larry Grant never stopped pursuing and came up with the defensive play
NBA season tips off with 5 games
Associated Press Finally, the conversation changes. It’s time for the NBA to ditch the dollars
Project HOPE buoys future
A federal grant received by Eastern Gateway Community College is helping a New Waterford man realize his dream.
Bengals one victory from playoff berth
Associated Press CINCINNATI The stadium was only two-thirds full again. The Cardinals were on
Trumbull agency offers aid for home heating in winter
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull Community Action Program, 2030 Tod Ave. SW, is scheduling
METRO DIGEST || Postal service plans public meeting
Postal service plans public meeting BOARDMAN The U.S. Postal Service will have a public meeting
2 killed in plane crash in SE Ohio
Associated Press McARTHUR, Ohio Authorities say two people were killed and a third was flown to
Kiss is first for Navy tradition
Los Angeles Times SAN DIEGO A public embrace this week between two female sailors from
Mahoning Valley soldiers home for the holidays
Dr. Robert Marx and his wife, Rebecca, are enjoying Christmas at their Liberty home. Dr. Marx recently returned from Iraq, where he served as a leader in the Army Medical Corps. Dr. Marx, who was awarded the Bronze Star, has resumed private practice under the auspices of ValleyCare North Side Medical Center.
Benedict bemoans ‘glitter’ of Christmas
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI decried the increasing commercialization of
Gingrich fails to qualify for Va. ballot
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich failed to qualify for
Coming to Cardinals’ defense
Opinion: Coming to Cardinals’ defense After seeing and read- ing about all the hoopla surrounding Cardinal
Polk vs. Axiom: Which is better?
Q. I’m buying a new home-theater system and need wall-mounted bookshelf speakers. I’ve seen you
Mystery clocks aren’t really a mystery
Mystery clocks have been popular since the 18th century. The clock seems to have no mechanism,
Too old for Santa Claus?
Opinion: “Dad, I’m too old for Santa.” That’s what my daughter tells me. It is quite a change from last year.
The top five paid and free iPhone apps on the App Store chart for the week ending Dec. 19:
The top five paid and free iPhone apps on the App Store chart for the week ending Dec. 19: Top
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Dec. 17
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “11/22/63” by Stephen King (Scribner) 2. “Locked On” by Tom Clancy with
Snoop and Wiz Khalifa: next Cheech & Chong?
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. Associated Press ATLANTA Snoop Dogg remembered watching all of the
A rare stone for Christmas
Opinion: His career has spanned decades, and yet he had never come across anything like it. The color, the
How clean is your doctor’s stethoscope?
Q. My doctor always washes his hands before an exam, but he never seems to wipe down his
PEEK AT POINSETTIAS
McClatchy Newspapers YORK TOWNSHIP, Ohio This Christmas season is old news to the folks in
Owner sees pay phones fading
St. Louis Post-Dispatch ST. LOUIS At 62, Jim Nesselhauf is not sure which will come first,
Xmas Factor
Associated Press WASHINGTON Things are changing fast these days, with toddlers wishing for
Sitcom ‘Work It’ gets detractors all worked up
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Viewers may find ABC’s new sitcom “Work It” to
Consumers face pharmacy switch
St. Louis Post-Dispatch ST. LOUIS With only a short time left before Walgreens’ contract with
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., township government center, 8299 Market St.
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. Sometime after 1947, Mel Ferrer (not Jose), appeared in a movie based on a
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 25, the 359th day of 2011. There are six days left in the year. This is
record reviews
COMMON Album: “The Dreamer, the Believer” Grade: A- Somehow, Common became ensnared in one of
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. I have wonderful childhood memories of Christmas. I can still hear my
Generation E has high sense of entitlement
McClatchy Newspapers Q. My husband and I have micromanaged, spoiled, and enabled our 21-year-old
Slow but steady change in health coverage in ’11
McClatchy Newspapers KANSAS CITY, Mo. High-deductible and consumer-driven health plans got
Blue Jackets reeling after devastating loss
By Shawn Mitchell The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The latest humiliation of the Blue Jackets
In survey, small cellphone carriers top big companies
When it comes to cellphone carriers, smaller may be better, according to a satisfaction survey of
First Night Youngstown
Staff report First Night and New Year’s Eve entertainment celebrations in Youngstown, Canfield and
Troops hit protesters in Yemen capital
Troops hit protesters in Yemen capital SANAA, Yemen Troops commanded by relatives of Yemen’s
Heart struggles of his unborn son inspire Ohio Christian rock singer
Associated Press PERRYSBURG, Ohio Told that his unborn son had only half a heart and little
Going negative
Los Angeles Times DES MOINES, Iowa With no snow on the ground in this unseasonably warm state,
Dodgers bankruptcy case
Associated Press Dover, Del. A U.S. District Judge in Delaware on Friday dealt a significant
SCORE will host startup seminar
SCORE will host startup seminar YOUNGSTOWN SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business, the
Slip-sliding family fun
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com It’s cold out but warm inside the tropical confines of
Eagles eliminated but beat Dallas behind QB Vick
Associated Press ARLINGTON, Texas Michael Vick threw two touchdown passes to lead the
Golf, family, friends, NORAD fill Obama Christmas in Hawaii
President Barack Obama and his family are easing into vacation mode, spending a low-key Christmas Eve out of the spotlight.
100,000 visit Christ’s birthplace
Associated Press BETHLEHEM, West Bank Tens of thousands of tourists and Christian pilgrims
CARE TIPS
Here are tips on caring for poinsettias from the Ohio State University Extension: Check the soil
After weeks of talk, Jets (and coach) silenced
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Rex Ryan was brash and confident all week, insisting his
Man arrested after bag causes scare at store
Associated Press MENTOR A homeless man from southwest Ohio was arrested and charged with
newsmakers
newsmakers Mueller fears media frenzy ASPEN, Colo. Attorneys for Charlie Sheen’s ex-wife want
“Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade” (noon, ABC): The “Disney Parks Christmas Day
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AREA EARTHQUAKES
AREA EARTHQUAKES Mahoning County has experienced nine earthquakes with epicenters within the
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Hanna Schygulla is 68. Singer John Edwards of The Spinners is 67. Actor Gary
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Where to hunt a big-name surprise
Chicago Tribune NASHVILLE, Tenn. Imagine parking yourself at the bar in one of Nashville’s
CAREER PATHS/LIMELIGHT
The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown recently made two appointments. Peggy Eicher was named director
SWITCHING PHARMACIES A few tips
Customers can switch their retail pharmacy by taking one of these steps: Take a pill bottle or a
The First Christmas
Editorial: And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the
Marketing diversity
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty For the longest time, the growing racial
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
Editorial: Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine A story in Saturday’s Vindica- tor told of how some local
Councilman pushes ban on colorful tombs
Associated Press HOUMA, La. It isn’t the statues, the stained glass or even the pillows on the
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Royal Doulton Bunnykins ball-shaped bank, afternoon tea scene, children playing on floor, plastic
Saturday, December 24 (84 stories)
Gorbachev joins thousands calling for Putin to step down
Tens of thousands of Russians jammed a Moscow avenue to demand free elections and an end to Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's 12-year rule, in the largest show of public outrage since the protests 20 years ago that brought down the Soviet Union. Gone was the political apathy of recent years as many shouted "We are the Power!"
Brave few challenging China's one child policy
Seven months pregnant, Wu Weiping sneaked out early in the morning carrying a shoulder bag with some clothes, her laptop and a knife.
Gingrich fails to make Virginia ballot
Republican presidential hopeful Newt Gingrich failed to qualify for Virginia's Super Tuesday primary ballot, the latest setback for a candidate whose standing in polls has been slipping. Gingrich's campaign said he would pursue an aggressive write-in campaign, though state law prohibits write-ins on primary ballots.
Public meeting Wednesday on proposed move of Youngstown mail services to Pittsburgh
The U.S. Postal Service will have a public meeting to discuss its proposal to move some mail-processing operations from the Youngstown processing and distribution plant to Pittsburgh.
Yep — another Valley earthquake in the same area as the others
A magnitude 2.4 earthquake shook Youngstown early Saturday morning, but this one was a little different than the rest.
Jamie Serenko | Joseph Fairley
YOUNGSTOWN The marriage of Jamie Serenko of Boardman and Joseph Fairley of Butler, Pa., was
Jessica Rouzzo | Nicholas Diana
MINERAL RIDGE The marriage of Jessica Rouzzo and Nicholas Diana, both of Mineral Ridge, was
Amanda Kovach | Alejandro Perez
BOARDMAN Amanda Kovach of Struthers and Alejandro Perez of Jacksonville, N.C., exchanged marriage
Harding students competing in Cedar Point thrill ride contest
A team of students from Warren G. Harding High School is participating in the Great Thrill Ride Build-off sponsored by Cedar Point Amusement Park and K’NEX.
Appeals court delays Pellin sentence
The 7th District Court of Appeals has stayed the sentence imposed on Richard M. Pellin Jr., 38, of Diamond, a former owner of the now-defunct ambulance company that bore his family’s name, pending his appeal.
Youngstown police seeking North Side shooters
Police are trying to determine who is responsible for shooting at a North Side house late Thursday.
YMHA workers robbed
Police are looking for the lone gunman responsible for robbing two men working on Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority property on Burlington Avenue.
S. Range holds W. Reserve offense in check
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com BEAVER TWP. The South Range Raiders have one of the more
Dog used for fighting at Youngstown house stolen, rejoins owner
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN There is a happy ending for three dogs
Howland builds big lead, then holds off Poland in AAC showdown
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com HOWLAND For several years part of the Poland High boys
Women celebrate personal ‘miracle’ at Warren church
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Tonight during the Christmas Eve Mass at Blessed
Infection slows face surgery for Ed Port
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com austintowN The township man in the midst of realizing
Fitch wins third straight
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com Austintown As the Fitch Falcons boys basketball team’s
Hubbard rehabilitation center helps athletes recover
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard When Walt Sokac was a high school athlete,
Liberty gets the best of old rival Girard
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com GIRARD When neighbors gather during the holiday season, the
Pavlik pleads not guilty to three charges
Staff report Canfield Former middleweight boxing champion Kelly Pavlik avoided court Friday by
Deleys’ holiday villages are tradition
By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com boardman What started as a small holiday village has
Browns hope to play spoiler
Associated Press BALTIMORE Given a second chance to earn a home playoff game, the Baltimore
Officials: Trumbull County court consolidation could be good
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County commissioners Frank Fuda and Dan Polivka
Lawrence officials suggest moving mail-processing center to New Castle
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County Commissioner Dan Vogler
North Lima inventor recalls heyday of his whirling ornament
John Garver of North Lima shows his twinkler ornaments, better known as twirlers, on display at the Arms Family Museum on Wick Avenue. They were on sale in the 1950s. Garver is talking to manufacturers about making them again. Heat from a Christmas light makes them spin.
Amid the holidays, pickpockets ply ancient trade
Associated Press CHICAGO It’s a dying art on America’s city streets, a bit of sleight-of-hand
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Larry L. Dickson, 55, of 14354 Germantown Road,
TAKING A BREAK
Asociated Press PITTSBURGH The choice is never really much of a choice for Ben Roethlisberger.
BIRTHDAYS
BIRTHDAYS Songwriter-bandleader-producer Dave Bartholomew is 91. Actor Clarence Gilyard (”Walker,
Campus notes
Campus notes YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Ashley Marie Houser of Farmdale has been recognized as
Obama to face huge challenges in 2012
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70-year-old fruitcake fetches $525
Associated Press CINCINNATI A 1941 fruitcake has sold for $525 to an Arizona man in an online
Nun who kissed Elvis needs miracle
By STEPHANIE REITZ Associated Press BETHLEHEM, Conn. In the little town of Bethlehem, a
Seven indicted on drug charges
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County grand jury indicted six
Joe Maxx at airport
Joe Maxx at airport VIENNA Joe Maxx Coffee Co. will be setting up a location inside the
In Somalia, fears mount over US wire-transfer block
Associated Press MOGADISHU, Somalia Somali officials said Friday they are pleading with U.S.
Christmas delivery: Tax cut makes it
Associated Press WASHINGTON Barely beating Santa’s sleigh, Congress delivered a last-minute
More retailers pull formula after infant death
Associated Press COLUMBIA, Mo. Several more national retailers have joined Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
Suspects held in robbery of Rite-Aid in Warren
Staff report WARREN Brothers Gerald Bacon, 19, and Nick Bacon, 18, are in the Trumbull County
Mahoning Co., Chesapeake come to terms on Calla Rd.
Mahoning County commissioners approved an agreement with Chesapeake Exploration LLC of Oklahoma City, under which Chesapeake improved 1.7 miles of Calla Road east of state Route 534 before its planned drilling of a 6,000-foot-deep oil-and-gas well into the Utica Shale formation.
Suicide bombs shake Syrian capital, kill 44
Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria Two car bombers blew themselves up Friday outside the heavily
Public comment on Volcker rule extended
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve and other bank regulators announced Friday they
Wish lists of Christmas past
Opinion: The Great Depression can never be erased from my mind, especially at Christmas time. Today the
Enrollment at EGCC rises by 42% over 5 years
Staff report steubenville Enrollment at Eastern Gateway Community College has grown 42 percent
Meaning of Christmas unites Christians
Christmas, the Feast of the Nativity of Lord Jesus Christ, is celebrated by the majority of
Upgrading county dog pound is a necessary act of humanity
Editorial: Whether justified, the Mahon- ing County dog pound has long had the reputation of being a dumping
peace light
peace light Background on project History: The Peace Light from Bethlehem campaign began in 1986
Democrats caught mapping
Opinion: COLUMBUS I was wondering this week: How are all of you Democrats feeling about your new
THE FIVE
Alonso Duralde literally wrote the book on Christmas movies: It’s called “Have Yourself a Movie
Substitute training offered at center
Staff report lisbon Substitute-teacher training will be from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 26 at the
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Year in review and 2012 preview
YSU plans to transition to paperless system
Staff report youngstown Paper timecards and vacation and sick-leave forms will soon be a part of
Ujima celebration
Ujima celebration youngstown Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., will celebrate the
METRO DIGEST || Sentence stayed on former Pellin Ambulance owner
Sentence stayed YOUNGSTOWN The 7th District Court of Appeals has stayed the sentence imposed on
cavaliers Rookie Irving key to offense
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Cavaliers coach Byron Scott said he didn’t know
Temple is solid compared to Penn State, Pitt
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Major college football is in a state of flux at Penn State
gator bowl Buckeyes’ Sweat adjusts to switch
By Bill Rabinowitz Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS For someone who has played outside linebacker
Yes, Virginia
Editorial: EDITOR’S NOTE: The following editorial, among the most famous ever written, appeared in The New York
Students enjoy Whoville with a special visit from the Grinch
Staff report damascus The lunchroom at Damascus Elementary was transformed into Whoville during
YSU economics prof to be associate provost
Staff report Youngstown Teresa Riley, professor of economics and director of faculty relations
Christmas and New year’s services | At area churches
Here is a listing of services at area churches for Christmas Eve, tonight, and Christmas Day,
BEYOND BETHLEHEM
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com boardman Candles lighted at Christ- mas Eve services at
Selected local stocks
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‘War Horse’ is a winner but not a weeper One fine battalion stallion
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Men on opposing sides of war find their shared
Former players sue NFL over concussions
Associated Press MIAMI Nearly two dozen former NFL players are suing the league over severe and
Years Ago
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Pens score 3 in third, beat Winnipeg
Associated Press WINNIPEG, Manitoba James Neal got the go-ahead goal just 22 seconds into the
ACTION elects new officers
Staff report The board of directors of the faith-based community organizing group ACTION has
READY FOR ACT II
Associated Press MIAMI Dwyane Wade and LeBron James are known to bicker like brothers. They
France offers to pay for implant removal
Associated Press PARIS France took the costly and unprecedented step Friday of offering to pay
Air Jordans create unrest
Staff/wire report BOARDMAN About 30 people turned the front gates of the Foot Locker store in
San Francisco officials study blackout causes
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO City and utility officials vowed Friday to prevent a recurrence
bridge Weekly quiz
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Move of death row to be finished in Jan.
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS State prison officials expect to complete the
GB’s Lang making adjustments
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. Tom Lang won’t be at Lambeau Field on Christmas night to watch
Phantoms promote hockey, health to kids
Staff report Youngstown Giani Daniels’ height is slightly more than 3 feet, so when all dressed
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A county grand jury also indicted these people on these charges: Terrance D. Johnson, also known
GAUDY GARMENTS
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Oh, the sweat- er designs are frightful, but the parties are so
Snow closes roads, delays flights in West
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Heavy snow from a winter storm blanketed parts of the West on
Community college got support
Opinion: Community college got support Eastern Gateway Communi- ty College began its journey into the
Columbiana Co., Chesapeake OK deal on records
The Columbiana County recorder’s office and Chesapeake Energy have arrived at an imaging deal regarding county records.
Friday, December 23 (110 stories)
Court restrains former officers of Old Holy Trinity Serbian church
A magistrate has issued a temporary restraining order forbidding the previous officers and directors of the Old Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 420 N. Raccoon Road, from interfering with the church’s new elected directors and officers or with its pastor, the Rev. Dragan Goronjic.
Howland business shows off its enlarged facility Tuesday
Howland business shows off its enlarged facility Tuesday
Appellate court stays sentence of convicted felon Richard Pellin
Appellate court stays sentence of convicted felon Richard Pellin
More Americans taking longer holiday trips this year
More Americans taking longer holiday trips this year
Tax-cut lives: Congress gives last-minute approval
Tax-cut lives: Congress gives last-minute approval
OSHP seizes $600K worth of cocaine in Lucas County
OSHP seizes $600K worth of cocaine in Lucas County
Written plea allows Pavlik to avoid court appearance today
Written plea allows Pavlik to avoid court appearance today Canfield Former middleweight boxing
86-year-old's purse snatched at church
Beaver Township police are investigating a purse-snatching at a local church.
Children Services distributes 1K-plus gifts
Mahoning County Children Services were able to dole out more than 1,000 gifts for children and families this holiday season.
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will have a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. Jan. 9 at Stambaugh
Austintown robotics team gets Penney's sponsorship
The FIRST robotics team No. 3193 Falco Tech at Austintown Fitch High School was one of 900 teams to receive sponsorship support from JCPenney.
5 rob Rite Aid
Five or more black men wearing masks and dark clothing robbed Rite Aid, 2840 Youngstown Road, at 10:34 p.m. Wednesday.
Basic income tax course starts Jan. 2
Savvy consumers who wish to increase their tax knowledge can enroll in a free weeklong basic income tax courses offered by Liberty Tax Service in January.
Shaner: We will not play second fiddle anymore
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com NILES To Brian Shaner, coaching football is coaching
LITTLE HELPERS
The kids at Struthers Elementary School were very good this year — yet Santa Claus did not bring them any presents.
Youngstown OK’d for Obama cities project — finally
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After five months in limbo, city officials
Ineligible Harding player seeks reversal
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The parents of a Harding High School senior who was ruled
Dogfighting suspected at vacant Youngstown home
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police and the Mahoning County Dog
Trumbull CSB chief defends agency in 2003 case of child’s death
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The executive director of Trumbull Children Services has
Warren Harding shuts down Cle. St. Ignatius
By jim Flick sports@vindy.com warren The Warren Harding High boys basketball team was not in a
Trainer: Pavlik should relocate
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. and JOE SCALZO news@vindy.com CANFIELD On Thursday morning, 2,500 miles
Springfield picks up road-win against YCS
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com Youngstown The Springfield High boys basketball team played
Protesters at Youngstown injection well sentenced to probation
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Six environmental protesters who demonstrated
Drunken driver Zorger gets 5 years for killing unborn child, woman
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Emotional and tearful statements were
Thursday’s girls prep basketball results
Boardman 56, East 26 BOARDMAN Emily Gibbs had 16 points, Megan Volosin scored 11 and Briana
Liberty leaders ponder fate of 14-year firefighter
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Township officials are considering the fate
Vienna police chief plans to resign
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com VIENNA Brian Darby, township police chief for the past two
Christmas bird count going strong
Opinion: By David Yarnold McClatchy-Tribune For three weeks, upward of 60,000 volunteers will head
Strong quake hits Christchurch
Strong quake hits Christchurch WELLINGTON, New Zealand A strong earthquake struck the New
McCoy still dazed by Harrison’s hit
Associated Press BEREA Browns linebacker D’Qwell Jackson doesn’t expect Pittsburgh’s James
Poland briefs
Ursuline Sisters make two recent appointments The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown have made two
Ursuline Sisters make two appointments
Ursuline Sisters make two appointments The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown have made two recent
Unemployment claims lowest since ’08
Associated Press WASHINGTON In in the latest sign that the economy is surging at year’s end,
Let’s hope a valuable lesson was learned in Washington
Editorial: Whether John Boehner paint- ed himself into a corner or whether his own Republican delegation did it
Romney not apologizing for ads attacking Gingrich
Associated Press BETHLEHEM, N.H. Mitt Romney, seemingly happy with how the Republican
Wean gives $228K to 7 Valley groups
Staff report WARREN Seven area organizations committed to the needs of low-income women, job
METRO DIGEST || Purse snatched at church
Purse of woman, 86, snatched at church NORTH LIMA Beaver Township police are investigating a
At least 3 hurt in I-680 crash
Staff report Boardman Rush hour traffic on Interstate 680 was snarled after a multi-vehicle
Corbett signs tougher abortion clinic rules
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. A bill that could mean expensive facility and staff expansions
New filing deadline looms
Opinion: For those seeking U.S. House seats, a Dec. 7 filing deadline was a practice run. Leading up to
A Campbell Christmas
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Outside, it didn’t look a lot like Christmas.
Stocks close higher on better job-market news
Associated Press NEW YORK Encouraging economic reports pushed stocks higher Thursday. The Dow
Reznor score lifts ‘Tattoo’
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross started writing music for the
$49.6M county budget expected to get $3.1M boost
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County’s 2012 budget is expected
Best Buy cancels some online orders
Best Buy cancels some online orders ATLANTA Best Buy has alerted some customers that it will
Feed Our Valley campaign raises $71K
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN 21 WFMJ-TV’s Project Feed Our Valley campaign raised $71,599 and
Ohio’s population increases 0.1%
Ohio’s population increases 0.1% COLUMBUS New information from the U.S. Census shows Ohio’s
House Republicans cave on payroll tax
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans on Thursday caved to demands by President Barack
Boardman police probe Family Dollar robbery
Staff report BOARDMAN Police are increasing patrols around the Family Dollar store, 4030 Market
Board approves issues tied to V&M expansion
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The city’s board of control approved several items Thursday relating to
N. Korea: Absurd, cruel and dangerous
Opinion: As if the world did not face enough uncertainty at the end of 2011, we received the news on Sunday
Steelers’ Harrison: Browns should have been punished
Associated Press pittsburgh Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison understands his
Moore ends career with 50 wins, helps lift Boise State
Staff report las vegas Doug Martin rushed for 151 yards and returned the opening kickoff 100
oddly enough
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Wal-Mart, officials await test results on baby formula
Associated Press COLUMBIA, Mo. Wal-Mart and health officials awaited tests Thursday on a batch
At least 69 killed in bombings in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD A terrifying wave of bombs tore through mostly Shiite neighborhoods of
Transfer of power going smoothly
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea The hand-over of power in North Korea to Kim Jong Il’s
Package volume picks up for UPS and FedEx
Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. Tiera Washington’s workload doubled during the holiday rush at
Buford, No. 2 Buckeyes roll past Miami (Ohio)
Staff report columbus William Buford scored 18 points and Aaron Craft dominated at both ends as
Common regains edge on new CD
Associated Press NEW YORK Most people are excited before recording a new album, but Common
Buckeye women top WSU to stay unbeaten
Staff report columbus Samantha Prahalis overcame a slow start to spark a second-half run and No.
NJ woman accused of arson at gas station
Associated Press ELYRIA, Ohio An aggravated-arson charge has been filed against a New Jersey
newsmakers
newsmakers Finnish police detain Lambert after brawl HELSINKI Finnish police say they detained
Hagan pushes jobs bill
Staff report COLUMBUS State Rep. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, on Thursday introduced
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Candllelight Christmas concert, 7:30 p.m.: Performance by the
Indianapolis stuns Texans
Associated Press indianapolis Reggie Wayne will always remember Thursday night’s catch. The
Marriage gap is troubling
Opinion: WASHINGTON If current trends hold, within a few years less than half the U.S. adult population
“wait, wait ... don’t tell me!” (8 p.m., bbc america): “Wait, Wait ...
“wait, wait ... don’t tell me!” (8 p.m., bbc america): “Wait, Wait ... Don’t Tell Me!” delivers the
‘Zoo’ is a little too tame
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers 222The director of “Jerry Maguire” — whose last feature
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Justin A. Clark, 24, of 110 Wilhelm St., Struthers,
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Frederic Forrest (“Lonesome Dove”) is 75. Actor James Stacy (“Lancer”) is 75.
First Covenant hosts final Lucia Breakfast
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com A centuries-old tradition in Sweden and Italy made its way to
Presidential candidate panders
Opinion: Presidential candidate panders Recent comments by Newt Gingrich have outraged Palestinians and
Lloyd celebrates holidays around the world
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Christmas traditions are a bit different everywhere, whether those
Canfield swimmers sweep Beaver Local at YSU
The Canfield boys and girls swim teams swept Beaver Local Dec. 14 during a meet at YSU. The girls
Austintown flips the switch on Christmas tree
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Austintown Fire Department was bustling with activity on Dec.
Fitch girls end losing streak to rival Boardman
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com She pumped her fist, smiled wide and let out a scream for
Canfield briefs
Church hosts drive-through dinner Western Reserve United Methodist Church, 4580 Canfield Road,
Middle school choirs perform holiday concert
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield Village Middle School’s fifth- and sixth-grade
Cornersburg Dairy Queen celebrates Christmas
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Cornersburg Dairy Queen owners Ray and Chrissy Smith
Boardman Park welcomes ‘Fat Albert’ spruce
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For the last 15 years, Boardman Park has welcomed the holiday
Austintown briefs
Join weight loss support group TOPS Chapter No. 2191 will host a weight loss support group open
Canfield wrestlers second at Holiday Duals
By LUCAS DAPRILE neighbors@vindy.com After posting three convincing dual meet victories, the
Ceramic project provides special Christmas gifts
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For the second- and third-graders at Watson Elementary School, the
Canfield sports briefs
Senior soccer player earns national honor Canfield senior Kendyl Carlisle has been named to the
Live nativity tells Christmas story
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Disciples Christian Church’s third annual Live Nativity taught
Poland swimmers dive into community service
Members of the Poland swimming and diving team traded their swim suits and goggles for song books,
SOV donates to Victory Lutheran
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Since 1982, Victory Lutheran Church has helped feed hungry
Boardman sports briefs
BGMS downs Youngstown Christian Boardman Glenwood’s eighth-grade boys basketball team defeated
Akron Children’s hosts annual tree lighting
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The officials at Akron Children’s Hospital provide excellent
Poland sports briefs
Poland girls basketball beats Springfield The Poland girls varsity basketball team jumped out to a
Kindergartners have sweet Christmas
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The kindergartners in Elaine Fabrizi’s and Stephanie Mateja’s
Santa reigns at Austintown beauty salon
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To say Janie Surman, owner of Change About Beauty Salon in
Bailey’s record leads Boardman at invitational
Boardman junior Ryan Bailey set a new school record in the 100 butterfly with the time of 49:86 as
Canfield students organize benefit concert
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com As seniors in National Honor Society, Victoria Manenti
Shepherd of the Valley sends cards to soldiers
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Active duty soldiers who must spend time away from their families
Thursday, December 22 (101 stories)
Crash snarls I-680 this evening
Rush hour traffic on Interstate Highway 680 was snarled after a multi-vehicle crash Thursday.
LOUIE FRIDAY: Editor Todd, dog killer Steve Croley and Nitro's law debacle,
Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, will catch up on the week's events and take a look at what's coming next week with Vindicator Editor Todd Franko.
Officials searching for missing dogs, vow to charge those involved
Police and the Mahoning County Dog Warden’s office are looking for two dogs that were harbored in an abandoned South Side home and believed to have been used in organized dogfighting.
Hagan introduces bill to make sure state tax money is used to create Ohio jobs
Hagan introduces bill to make sure state tax money is used to create Ohio jobs
Wal-Mart pulls Enfamil Newborn formula after Missouri baby dies
Wal-Mart and health officials awaited tests Thursday on a batch of powdered infant formula that was removed from more than 3,000 stores nationwide after a Missouri newborn who consumed it apparently died from a rare infection.
Six injection well protesters accept plea deal
Six environmental protesters who demonstrated at a local injection well entered plea agreements Thursday in Youngstown Municipal Court.
UPDATED: Pavlik faces Friday arraignment on three charges
Former middleweight boxing champion Kelly Pavlik faces arraignment Friday morning in Canfield Area Court on charges of OVI, failure to control and leaving the scene of an accident.
Kelly Pavlik busted for OVI after ATV accident
Former middleweight boxing champion Kelly Pavlik bonded out of the Mahoning County jail overnight, facing charges of operating a vehicle while impaired, failure to control and leaving the scene of an accident.
Mahoning commissioners to OK $49.6 million budget
Mahoning commissioners to OK $49.6 million budget YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County commissioners
ASG members celebrate the holiday and 20th anniversary
NILES Members and guests of the Niles Chapter of the American Sewing Guild attended a holiday
Stellanie Pappas | Brian Butcher
CAMPBELL Stellanie Louise Pappas of Columbiana became the bride of Brian Michael Butcher of
Lindsay Chumita | Charles Scaglione IV
YOUNGSTOWN Lindsay Erin Chumita of Boardman became the bride of Charles Louis William Scaglione
Church takes orders for Smart Choice Food
Name omitted The name of Sean Phelan was omitted from the wedding announcement for Rachel Miller
Sex charge involving Harding High victim reduced
A charge accusing a city man of groping a Warren G. Harding High School student on her way to school has been remanded back to Warren Municipal Court as a misdemeanor.
Valley can accommodate shale boom short-term
Mahoning County will soon reap the benefits of the shale-drilling frenzy.
Ursuline grad Nick McGahagan catching NFL scouts’ notice
At Seton Hill, Nick McGahagan played every down like it was his last.
$700K bond set in case of assault on YSU officer
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. and DENISE DICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Seth McDaniel is accused of
Harrison and Big Ben ready for Rams
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison understands his helmet-to-helmet hit on Cleveland quarterback Colt McCoy was illegal by the letter of the law.
Daily flights from Youngstown to Cleveland taxi toward 2012 reality
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA Negotiations are finally moving in the direction of
Wednesday’s Prep basketball results
Courtney Powell scored 21 points, while Aurielle Irizarry added 20 for Ursuline (5-1). Briana Curd contributed with eight and Sydney Beasley had six points. Kelsey Lancon led Lake Catholic (5-3) with 17 points.
YSU football signs four players
Staff report YOUngstown The Youngstown State football program announced the addition of four
Youngstown council examines Exterran history
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Safety is always an issue with industrial
2 Valley men among 8 soldiers charged in comrade’s death
Youngstown, Greenville men tied to suicide of serviceman Associated press NEW YORK Eight U.S.
Browns’ McCoy still not cleared
Associated Press BEREA Browns quarterback Colt McCoy still hasn’t shaken symptoms from a
Urban Meyer adds two to Ohio St. coaching staff, including Vrabel
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Ohio State coach Urban Meyer plunged forward
Former Beaver Twp. firefighters sentenced for theft
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two former Beaver Township firefighters
Niles cops chief: Make city jail holding facility
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES The city is asking Trumbull County to take over housing
Weathersfield officials fire patrolman for misconduct
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township trustees Tuesday fired
Parole board recommends execution for Warren killer of elderly couple
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state parole board says Charles Lorraine of Warren,
Chaney STEM students on track designing, building race cars
Drucella Garcia, a junior at Chaney’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Math School, shows off the dragster she designed, built, sanded and painted to race in the school gymnasium.
Gingrich is GOP’s best bet
Opinion: If Newt Gingrich were being nominated for sainthood, many of us would vote very differently from the
UNC routs Texas; Kent St. falls
Tar Heels win fifth straight and avenge last-second loss to Longhorns last season Associated Press
Stocks end mixed; Oracle down 12%
Associated Press Technology stocks fell Wednesday, dragged down by a weak earnings report from the
Rules aimed at tired airline pilots
Rules aimed at tired airline pilots WASHINGTON The Federal Aviation Administration is imposing
Ballbusters Sports Bar, 3661 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-2778
Ballbusters Sports Bar, 3661 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-2778 Wed: Gary Markasky Project, 9
Gingrich wrong about the judiciary
Opinion: WASHINGTON When discussing his amazingness, Newt Gingrich sometimes exaggerates somewhat, as when,
State ballot issue sought to reform Ohio redistricting
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Groups unhappy with how state lawmakers drew Ohio’s new
Romney on the road in New Hampshire
McClatchy Newspapers NEWPORT, N.H. Projecting a front-runner’s confidence, Mitt Romney wound his
Menorah lawsuit is resolved
McClatchy Newspapers LEESBURG, Fla. The menorah inside the social hall of a Florida retirement
NY firm to audit oil-spill claims
Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. The U.S. Justice Department has tapped New York-based BDO
What are politicians good for?
Opinion: What are politicians good for? Let me state this to Ryan, Betras, Hagan, etc. — the ones who
Falling boulders injure candidate for commissioner
Staff report EAST LIVERPOOL John Payne, a Democrat running for Columbiana County commissioner,
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 22, the 356th day of 2011. There are nine days left in the year. Winter
Pa. court: Defendants must prove mental disability
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. The state Supreme Court said Wednesday juries will have to rule
Pipeline system plans to expand
Pipeline system plans to expand YOUNGSTOWN A group of shale-related companies has announced a
Woman gets probation in tire-iron attack
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A 22-year-old woman has been sentenced to 18 months’ probation after
Americans brace to lose tax cut
Associated Press WASHINGTON Some say they’ll spend less on groceries. Others expect to cut back
Canfield City Council, mayor honor departing Belfiore
Staff report Canfield City council’s last meeting of 2011 was also the last meeting Marlene
Toews is leading MVP candidate
Associated Press Jonathan Toews has won a Stanley Cup and Olympic gold. Only 23, the Chicago
Occupy group protests injection well in Hubbard
About a dozen protesters from the Occupy Youngstown movement occupied the corner of Main Street and Hubbard Masury Road in protest of the brine injection well to be built there.
christmas | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Suspect in beard-cutting attacks to plead not guilty
Associated Press CLEVELAND A lawyer for one of 12 people charged in beard-cutting attacks on
Campbell should ask state to straighten out its books
Editorial: Before Mayor WILLIAM VanSuch launches the search for a new finance director — it seems clear that
Brown seeks action to apply tariffs to China
Staff report WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown on Wednesday called for Congress to act on two
METRO DIGEST || Teacher arrested on sexting charges
Teacher arrested JAMESTOWN, pa. A Jamestown High School teacher has been arrested over
NEw this week
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Canfield board hires principal, athletic coaches
By CHRISTINE KEELING ckeeling@vindy.com CANFIELD The district’s school board said goodbye to
Woman charged with funding terrorism
Associated Press LOS ANGELES A California woman was indicted Wednesday on charges accusing her
Police identify fake bomb as prop in boys’ war game
Staff report NILES Police have learned that the fake bomb found in Kennedy Park on Monday was
2 plead guilty in Ohio mortgage fraud
Associated Press CLEVELAND Authorities say two men have pleaded guilty in Cleveland to mortgage
Judge sentences city man, 49, to probation in attempted rape
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 49-year-old city man, who pleaded guilty
Editor is ousted over slur against Rihanna
Associated Press AMSTERDAM The editor of a Dutch fashion magazine has been fired after the
TCU rallies to beat Louisiana Tech
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Casey Pachall highlighted a record-setting game with a 42-yard
newsmakers
newsmakers Michael Douglas’ son gets more prison time NEW YORK A judge called the imprisoned
Obama to Boehner: 2-month payroll tax cut only option
Associated Press WASHINGTON Careening toward a politically toxic tax hike, President Barack
Selected local stocks
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Defectors: Grief not genuine
McClatchy Newspapers BEIJING Chu Sung-ha says he knows for sure that some of the people shown
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
‘The Help’ co-star finally in spotlight
Associated Press LOS ANGELES After 15 years as “a rank-and-file actor,” Octavia Spencer is
Lower natural gas rates
Opinion: Winston-Salem Journal: Piedmont Natural Gas’s request to lower its rates in the Carolinas for the
Rapper-comedian wants to be prez
Daniel Moore is a steelworker, union activist, polka musician, rapper, protest singer-songwriter and
OWS rallies behind foreclosed
Opinion: By Darryl Lorenzo Wellington McClatchy-Tribune The Occupy Wall Street movement has made a good
“hollywood at home” (8 p.m., hgtv): “Hollywood at Home” is a new special
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The Bees Trees blends a wide range of styles
Precocious and perhaps naive are the two bests words used to describe musician Liam Jones, a 17-year-old Boardman High School junior who over the past year put together his own band, Liam Jones & The Overtones, before scrapping the project in favor of new act The Bees Trees.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “M*A*S*H,SDRq Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St., Salem, auditions for
Give yourself gifts that cost nothing
By Drs. KAY JUDGE AND MAXINE BARISH-WREDEN McClatchy Newspapers It’s that time of year again
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Man gets 9 months in pit-bull attack
Man gets 9 months in pit-bull attack WARREN Major C. Beckwith, 61, of Sixth Street Southwest,
Jalape ±o peppers for heartburn?
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Gingrich won’t win Latinos
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Niles proposes Trumbull County house city jail prisoners
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West Side man arraigned on charges involving assault on YSU officer
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8 US soldiers charged in comrade's death
Changes proposed to Ohio's 'heartbeat' abortion bill
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Toes will be tapping and hands clapping tonight to the rapping rhythm of “Candlelight” by The Maccabeats during a program of music and skits to mark the beginning of Hanukkah.
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Police seek info about fake bomb
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Kasich feels ‘pretty good’ about 1st year
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Zips too strong for Penguins
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Ohio State’s Meyer aware of fans’ lofty expectations
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Undefeated Rockets roll past Wellsville
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Words for the wounded
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top 25 roundup Monday’s games
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‘Simple family story’
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Search group: Make Anthony answer queries
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Matta: Sullinger will play tonight
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Boosting tax on oil, gas rates would mean $538M for Ohio, report says
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Father sentenced to 30 days in jail
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Man, woman to appear in court
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nfl roundup | News and notes
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regional college roundup Monday’s games
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Hubbard trustees take a stand
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SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 19.5 SOURCE: Associated Press
Overnight rating for Sunday’s Broncos-Patriots game, the NFL’s best rating so far this season.
‘No Child Sleeps Unprotected’ Lowe’s donates smoke detectors to program
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North Korea mourns Kim Jong Il
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police calls
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Report targets underwater mortgages
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BOE recognizes boys cross-country team
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high school sports at a glance
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A&W auction Jan. 11
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area college roundup | Monday’s games
WOMEN Mount Union 76, Bates 55 DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. Mount Union used a 14-2 run to open the
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Board accepts resignation of Stabile Harwood
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QUOTABLE ROMEO CRENNEL, Chiefs interim head coach, on getting a Gatorade shower after leading Kansas City past Green Bay on Sunday:
That was a good shower. A little sticky, but it was good.”
Clean Ohio: A state program that has been a boon to Valley
Editorial: The Kasich administration need only look at the 2008 general election to appreciate the strong,
Service restored
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Board tries to dissolve rumors on fracturing
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China’s WTO membership is a farce
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Hill, Prahalis lift Buckeye women
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Trustees approve wellness, health-savings programs
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“This company is one of the leaders in the market for compression, fabrication and service to
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Teenagers arrested
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Superintendent of Fairhaven School and workshops in Trumbull to retire
Superintendent of Fairhaven School and workshops in Trumbull to retire
Mill Creek MetroParks board reaffirms no fracking in park
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Michigan man who allowed his 9-year-old daughter to drive enters plea
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Phone service restored to Girard police
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Auction set in January for A&W Restaurant in Boardman
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Gas prices fall in Ohio
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F.N.B, Parkvale merger approved by shareholders
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Report urges higher tax on oil and gas
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I-680 Market Street ramp to close briefly on Tuesday
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Rachel Miller | Joseph Parent
YOUNGSTOWN Rachel Miller and Joseph Parent, both of Youngstown, were united in marriage Oct. 1 at
Mary Tolnar | Wayne Mittwede
HUBBARD Wayne Mittwede and the former Mary Tolnar, both of Hubbard, were married July 16 at
Christina Shaerban | Joshua Arundel
CLEVELAND Christina Shaerban of Brook Park, Ohio, and Joshua Arundel of Youngstown were married
Allison Miller | Andrew Mattson
YOUNGSTOWN Allison Miller and Andrew Mattson, both of Columbus, were united in marriage at 4 p.m.
Cheryl Maker | Jeffrey Roberts
BOARDMAN Cheryl Maker and Jeffrey Roberts, both of Youngstown, exchanged nuptial vows Oct. 8 at
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WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
49ers’ ground control should test Steelers
If the 49ers (10-3) can keep the AFC power Pittsburgh Steelers (10-3) out of the end zone on the ground tonight, they will become the first team in NFL history to do so in the first 14 games.
Canfield students work to buy gifts for children
The holiday spirit is alive and well at Canfield Middle School.
Valley inventor’s online game links classics Scrabble, chess
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Cortland Gary Downing’s love for two popular cognitive games
Friendlier confines planned for county dog pound
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com AKRON County and animal welfare officials will plan
Last troops exit quietly out of Iraq
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A tradition withers
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Campbell community center plan progresses
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WESTERN RESERVE It’s SRO at K-12 school dedication
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N. Korean dictator dies at 69
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Bengals grind down Rams
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PG Irving impresses new fans in Cavaliers’ scrimmage
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Ohio State snags verbal from five-star recruit
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Middlebrooks rallies YSU past Akron
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Double the success
Identical twins Candice and Brandice Thomas display their diplomas outside Beeghly Center on Sunday, immediately after Youngstown State University’s fall commencement.
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Leaders want new payroll tax-cut bill
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Coffee-table books Even in the digital age, they never go out of style
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Compromise needed to extend tax cuts, unemployment pay
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Egypt’s wary Christians
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For the military
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Astonishing action: ‘Mission Impossible’ shows how it’s done
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Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
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Gas drilling in 2012: Fewer leases expected
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Marcellus Shale natural-gas production is expected to keep rising in
Adgate’s Garden Center sells fewer poinsettias than in the past, and many of the poinsettias
Adgate’s Garden Center sells fewer poinsettias than in the past, and many of the poinsettias it now
Wired for shopping
Associated Press NEW YORK Chennel King, a nurse from Norwalk, Conn., went Christmas shopping the
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Struthers school board, 5:30 p.m., Struthers Board of Education, 99 Euclid Ave.
Right touch
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Even if you love the iPad, you’re probably not keen to write your
bridge answers
bridge answers Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA 9 8 3 uQ J 9 2 v7 5 w9 5 4 The bidding
oddly enough
oddly enough 2 cited for shoplifting become crime victims OGDEN, Utah Police in Utah say a
Because Robert Downey Jr. stars in the new film “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows,”
Because Robert Downey Jr. stars in the new film “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows,” it’s a good
Years Ago
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video game review
“Assassin’s creed” Grade: A Details: for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC; $59.99 In a video
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Cicely Tyson is 78. Singer Maurice White of Earth, Wind and Fire is 70. Actress
Egypt’s military, activists vie for support
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt’s ruling military and the revolutionaries who demand they
Gingrich, Romney begin final pitches
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican president hopeful Newt Gingrich doubled down on his
Who’s in ‘political center’?
Opinion: As the 2012 presidential race hits running speed next month, we will hear plenty about whom voters
Ryan nominates 12 to military academies
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com NILES Northeast Ohioans should take great pride in the
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A photo caption on page A12 of Sunday’s paper misidentified a Mahoning County deputy
EPA rules threaten older power plants
EPA rules threaten older power plants WASHINGTON More than 32 mostly coal-fired power plants in
Republican race
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. Just a year ago, tea-party activists came roaring out of the
Red-hot Patriots topple Tebow, Broncos
Staff report denver Not this time, Tim Tebow. Not with Tom Brady on hand. Brady threw for
Woman is hit with iron skillet
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A 40-year-old East Side woman told police she was assaulted with a cast-
911 service interrupted
911 service interrupted GIRARD The emergency 911 answering point at the Girard Police Department
Sunday, December 18 (101 stories)
Western Reserve dedicates new school complex
Western Reserve dedicates new school complex BERLIN CENTER Even though graduation day is several
Plan for Campbell community center progresses
Plan for Campbell community center progresses campbell A city councilman who spearheaded an
Officials get ideas for dog-pound expansion
Officials get ideas for dog-pound expansion AKRON County and animal welfare officials will plan
Shifts to resume at GM Lordstown
Staff report LORDSTOWN General Motors Lordstown Complex will resume production Monday after
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY East will meet for their annual Christmas luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Stonebridge Grill,
SENIOR CITIZENS
Campbell Memorial High School January and June Classes of 1947 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Griffiths mark 50th with New England tour
MINERAL RIDGE Glenn and Michelle Griffiths of Mineral Ridge marked their 50th wedding anniversary
Family dinner marks 50th for Habegers
SALEM Springfield Grille in Boardman was the setting for a family dinner Dec. 17 honoring Joyce
Party celebrates 50th milestone for Scheetzes
YOUNGSTOWN Earl and Agnes Ann Scheetz of Youngstown were honored Nov. 19 at St. Christine Church
Blood drive Wednesday in Alliance
Alliance Community Hospital will host a blood drive at the American Legion on West Main Street from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday.
Amateur radio operator training session
Current technician class amateur radio operators can work toward their general class license during the Western Reserve Amateur Radio Club’s training session Jan. 4 through the test session Feb. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mahoning County EMA, 700 Industrial Road.
Atty. Engler probing deaths at Trumbull Children Services
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN An attorney who has applied pressure to Trumbull County
Naughty or nice ... Does it really matter?
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com BOARDMAN No child wants to be on the dreaded Naughty
YSU starts slow in loss to Toledo
Staff report toledo Junior Blake Allen scored a game-high 22 points and sophomore Kendrick
Valley families make their homes sparkle for the holidays
Area families make their homes sparkle for the holidays By Elise Franco and Christine Keeling
Balanced Phantoms top Bucs
Staff report des moines, iowa Austin Cangelosi and Mike Ambrosia each scored a goal with two
Youngstown Parks Department to hire recreation director
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Members of the city’s park and recreation
‘Good’ outing: South Range handles Lisbon
Staff report lisbon Dan Good led all scorers with 17 points and Jordan Baker added 15 for South
Prep sports at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL Ursuline 69, Farrell 40 South Range 80, Lisbon 47 SUMMARIES South Range 80,
Area kids shop with cops for holidays
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Mykajah Martinez started jumping with excitement when
Hammer tries to save competitive bowling
Recently, Hammer, the leading manufacturer of high-performance bowling balls since the late 1970s,
DA seeks to disqualify felon elected to New Castle council
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new castle, pa. The Lawrence County district attorney
Police probe holiday vandalism in Struthers
Staff report STRUTHERS Police were taking numerous reports from throughout the city Friday about
7th District upholds conviction in pee-wee game murder
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 7th District Court of Appeals has upheld the murder conviction of
Mahoning Valley neighbors living in poverty
Twenty years ago, Jimmy Ceballos was a neighborhood handyman on Youngstown's East Side. Today, he lives on Social Security and food stamps, and relies on friends for places to stay and odd jobs to earn extra cash.
'Nanny State' not the answer
Opinion: When it comes to charity, is it the responsibility of the state or private enterprise?
We must protect safety nets
Opinion: The holidays are a time for celebration, but so often they are an unfortunate reminder about how families in this country are struggling.
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES DEPLOYments To Afghanistan Army Maj. Joseph C. Richey, son of John and Elvera
Ohio GOP gives new meaning to the concept of ‘spoils of war’
Editorial: There’s good and bad news in the Ohio General Assembly’s approval last week of a new congressional
Payroll tax cut OK’d by Senate
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate voted Saturday to temporarily avert a Jan. 1 payroll tax
In local government, there’s courage amid chaos
Opinion: Time magazine called 2011 “The year of The Protester.” In Ohio, this could be called “The year of
Foster wins 750th game as Buckeyes hold off Cal
Associated Press berkeley, calif. Samantha Prahalis had 18 points and six assists and No. 12
WORLD DIGEST || Protesters call for boycott of Lowe’s
Protesters call for boycott of Lowe’s ALLEN PARK, Mich. Protesters descended on a Lowe’s store
At least 450 killed in Philippines floods
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines Flash floods devastated a southern Philippines region
14 Girl Scout troops celebrate the season
By Elise Franco Efranco@vindy.com CAnfield More than 100 local Girl Scouts celebrated Saturday
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Shamika Moreland, Campbell, boy, Dec. 16. Alaina Ramos and
Protesters arrested in NY
Associated Press NEW YORK Dozens of Occupy Wall Street protesters were arrested Saturday after
No. 2 OSU tops SC behind Thomas’ 30
Associated Press columbia, s.c. Ohio State coach Thad Matta might have a second career ahead as
Protect passwords from hackers
More than half of U.S. adults have six or more password-protected accounts online, a recent Consumer
No surprises in the worst 100
Editorial: No surprises in the worst 100 A story in last Sunday’s Vindica- tor reported that all of the
Roethlisberger practices, still questionable
Associated Press pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger practiced Saturday but
Great gifts for gardeners
By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Surely, there’s a gardener on your holiday
There was hope for historic house
Opinion: There was hope for historic house We would like to clear up some misinformation that was
Ohio couple copes after explosion destroys home
Associated Press GLOUSTER, ohio A southern Ohio couple whose home was one of three destroyed in
State asks Ohio colleges for construction projects
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state has asked Ohio’s public colleges and universities to work
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Jack & Jill magazine, December 1967, Santa Claus and Raggedy Ann on cover, $15. Arrow Shirts
Military uses heavy tactics
Associated Press CAIRO Troops pulled women across the pavement by their hair, knocking off their
Ohio snaps bowl skid, rallies past Utah State in Boise
Associated Press BOISE, Idaho Ohio quarterback Tyler Tettleton scored on 1-yard run with 13
T-Pain answers his critics with a string of hits
By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Music Writer CHULA VISTA, Calif. T-Pain knows that whatever he does —
Cowboys build early lead, ease past Tampa Bay, 31-15
Associated Press TAMPA, FLA. Tony Romo threw for three touchdowns and ran for a fourth score
Smith’s last-second tip-in guides Butler past Purdue
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Andrew Smith’s tip-in with a second remaining gave Butler a 67-65
Charlize Theron reveals her funny side in new film
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Jason Reitman was under the same impression
History of Santa has changed throughout the years
Santa Claus has changed in appearance throughout the centuries. He is now a mixture of the Dutch,
Public pensions in free fall
Opinion: As the bill to reform Ohio’s five public pension plans crawls through the General Assembly, the need
Malkin’s hat trick leads Penguins past Sabres
Associated Press pittsburgh Evgeni Malkin had his seventh career hat trick, and the injury-
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Only Make Believe,” 7:30 p.m.: A choral holiday show by Move Over
Cellphone ban: bad for business?
Associated Press DALLAS Junior Woods has a well-practiced routine for conducting business on the
Ward wins unanimous decision over Froch
Associated Press atlantic city, n.j. Andre Ward staked his claim as the top 168-pound division
Group that sheltered homeless in Toledo area works to reopen
Associated Press TOLEDO Officials of a charity that once provided shelter to the homeless are
Browns-Cardinals: Battle of the backups
Arizona looks to climb to .500 by beating Cleveland Associated Press Glendale, Ariz.
Panetta pays visit to Libya
Associated Press TRIPOLI, Libya U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said “the torch of freedom”
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Roger Smith is 79. Blues guitarist Lonnie Brooks is 78. Actor Roger Mosley
GO&DO
TOday Dances Oldies dance with DJ Ron Chick (POF/DARE), 6:30 p.m., Saxon Club, 710 S. Meridian
Defending generic drugs
Q. I can’t believe so many people complain about generic drugs on your website. Generics are
PLEASANT SURPRISE
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. A flood of new visitors from Brazil and a stunning post-
METRO DIGEST || Community Christmas meal Friday
Christmas meal WARREN Warren Family Mission’s community Christmas meal will be from 2 to 6 p.m.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Howland school board, 6 p.m., Middle School Media Center. Newton Falls Exempted
CROSS COUNTRY | CARISSA JENKINS | FITCH
111“I didn’t expect to win,” she admitted, “but I felt being up there with the lead girls, that I
FOOTBALL | JEFF CLEGG | WESTERN RESERVE
111“You almost felt like a hometown celebrity,” Clegg said. “It was great feeling. It really felt
Social-media errors require quick action from owners
McClatchy Newspapers FORT WORTH, Texas Carlo Galotto has gotten a crash course on Internet
Year-end moves can save money for taxpayers
When it comes to that year-end, things-to-do list, who wants one more thing to do? But there are
Years Ago
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It is alright to tell a child ‘No!’
McClatchy Newspapers At an online source of parenting advice, a mother recently asked a female
TRUMBULL, COLUMBIANA COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses John J. Tomlin Jr., 21, of 2169 Garfield St., Niles,
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. Back in the ’60s or ’70s there was a movie called “Say Goodbye, Maggie
CROSS COUNTRY | RYAN ROUSH | SOUTH RANGE
11His biggest impact, though, came during the offseason. Roush kept with his traditional high
Poland business hosts ribbon cutting
Poland business hosts ribbon cutting POLAND The Focal Point, 2289 E. Western Reserve Road, will
GIRLS TENNIS (DOUBLE PARTNERS) | ALLISON PAVLANSKY & GABRIELLE BRANT | CANFIELD
ALLISON PAVLANSKY 11“They were two completely different players,” Pavlansky said. “Kaitlin was
GABRIELLE BRANT
GABRIELLE BRANT 11“It’s been crazy,” she simply says, “but I wouldn’t be myself if I didn’t do all
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
SOCCER | AMY VINOPAL | CARDINAL MOONEY
11“It was a lot of fun,” she said proudly as she joins seven other seniors that have closed their
GOLF | BRANDON PLUCHINSKY | SOUTH RANGE
11When Brandon first started playing golf for South Range, it couldn’t form a full team. Only he and
FAB Ride
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN New restaurants and businesses have crept again
VOLLEYBALL | BRYANNA JAY | GIRARD
11“After I got started with it, I realized it was the mental part I had to develop,” she said. “When
Rescue Mission helps Valley man for 3 decades
By CAITLIN COOK TheNewsOutlet.org YOUNGSTOWN Alexander Zetts wasn’t sure if he would ever see
Lobby trimmings carry .... A message of hope
The public is welcome to visit and enjoy the Christmas display at the Rescue Mission of the Mahoning
Columbiana Co. woman bakes for survival
By KACY STANDOHAR TheNewsOutlet.org LISBON Karen Tohm used to love baking pies and cakes for
‘wfmj today’ Schneider leaving anchor position
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com After nearly 14 years, Scott Schneider will say goodbye to
FOOTBALL | COURTNEY LOVE | CARDINAL MOONEY
11“I’ve been wanting to play for Mooney ever since I was a little kid,” Love said. “I grew up ...
SOCCER | CONNOR GILMOUR | HOWLAND
11“I think I kept up pretty well,” Gilmour said referring to juggling soccer and football practices
GOLF | HAYLEE HARFORD | WARREN JFK
11“Then I got pretty serious with it,” she said. As a 12-year-old, she qualified for an LPGA
Life on the streets not easy for Valley man
By RALPH A. LEWIS III TheNewsOutlet.org Jimmy Ceballos usually starts his day by putting out a
Saturday, December 17 (76 stories)
CCMK Block Watch to hear about home lead abatement grants
C.C.M.K. Block Watch will have a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in St. Patrick Church social hall, 1420 Oak Hill Ave., where Cynthia Wright-Palmer will discuss Mahoning County Healthy Homes/Lead Hazard Program that offers grants up to $10,000 to homeowners to make their homes lead-free.
Sunday dance production to benefit Cystic Fibrosis research
Kathi’s Dance and Gym Center, under the direction of Kathi Halbert, will perform its 15th annual dance production “Miracle on 34th Street”at 7 p.m. Sunday at Canfield High School to raise money to benefit Cystic Fibrosis Research.
Senate extends payroll tax cut, unemployment but OKs oil pipeline
The Senate voted toay to temporarily avert a Jan. 1 payroll tax increase and benefit cutoff for the long-time unemployed, but forcing a reluctant President Barack Obama to make an election-year choice between unions and environmentalists over whether to build an oil pipeline through the heart of the country.
GM workers to resume shifts late Sunday
General Motors Co. says the Lordstown plant will resume production Monday.
Community Christmas meal Friday plus bike drawings
Warren Family Mission’s community Christmas meal will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday at 361 Elm Road NE.
Free help available for anyone over 60
Free help available for anyone over 60 YOUNGSTOWN Free help for those over 60 or who care for
Obama vows veto of House-approved tax cut bill
The White House promised a veto Tuesday for a Republican bill renewing a payroll-tax cut next year for 160 million workers, complaining that spending cuts that pay for the measure would whack the middle class and require no sacrifice from the rich.
IRISH ON TOP
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN From 1965-69, John McElroy led coach Dom Rosselli’s
Mooney investigation to take up to 2 weeks
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A police investigation into a reported locker-
Trumbull CSB submits revised policy
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County Children Services has submitted a
McQueary testifies on abuse
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. As soon as he walked into the Penn State locker room, Mike
Murder charge shocks family, friends of Warren daycare worker
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN An indictment charging Sarah Kaiser, 29, of Southington
Illness, McKinley KO Boardman
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN Sometimes your opponent can take you out of the type
Sembach achieves milestone
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com GIRARD The Newton Falls High boys basketball celebrated coach
Shale industry’s economic impact disputed in study
The Utica Shale is expected to bring economic prosperity to Ohio in coming years.
Mahoning Valley boys basketball district preview
WEST BRANCH Coach: John Hancock (3rd season, 9-33). 2010-11 record: 4-17. Projected starters:
MYCAP holds out hope for decision to eliminate $877K reimbursement
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action
New Castle hostage situation yields suspects in shootings
Staff report new castle, pa. A Thursday night home invasion in Union Township that resulted in
Belonger’s goal propels Phantoms
Staff report GREEN BAY, WIS. Earlier this week, Youngstown Phantoms right wing Ryan Belonger
First 100 children to be wowed at OH WOW! museum today
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Smart Money piggy bank will be given to the first 100 children
Campaigns about Issue 2 cost $40M
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The two sides of the heated Senate Bill 5 campaign spent
St. Nick visits Leonard Kirtz kids
Leon Mick III, 7, of Boardman sits on Santa's lap at a Christmas party for Leonard Kirtz students. The party took place Friday at Highway Tabernacle Church in Austintown.
WORLD DIGEST || 3 dead, 2 wounded in office shooting
3 dead, 2 wounded in office shooting IRWINDALE, Calif. Three people were killed and two more
Girard company thrives on Marcellus business
The Utica and Marcellus shales are still relatively new to Ohio, but for one Mahoning Valley business, it’s been years in the making.
Russia gains WTO approval
Russia gains WTO approval GENEVA After nearly two decades of trying, Russia gained approval
Fannie, Freddie ex-CEOs charged
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two former CEOs at mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on
CEO wants automaker to speed up change
Associated Press NEW YORK Dan Akerson is hardly a corporate diplomat. The chairman and chief
States get a say on health benefits
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration on Friday rolled out a benefits framework
Doc asks for prayers for Etta James
Doc asks for prayers for Etta James Associated Press RIVERSIDE, Calif. “At Last” and “Tell
Worst Christmas story ever
Opinion: By John Kass Chicago Tribune The worst Christmas story ever takes place in Wisconsin, starring
Rand Becker has earned accolades from Playhouse
Editorial: Rand Becker, president of the Youngstown Playhouse’s board of directors, has received a well-
Address state’s financial issues
Opinion: The Albert Lea (Minn.) Tribune: While it’s a good thing that our state government has projected a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Miracle on Easy Street,” 2:30 and 8 p.m.: Easy Street Productions’
‘Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chip-Wrecked’ Don’t get ’Munked
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers A Sarah Palin joke? A Charlie Sheen wisecrack? Is this a
Give troops a pass at airports
Opinion: By Sen. KAY BAILEY HUTCHISON McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON With the holiday season upon us,
49ers’ Staley unlikely to be ready for Steelers
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. Even with linebacker James Harrison suspended from the
mexico bowl Temple’s Pierce focused on game
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Bernard Pierce can’t say whether today’s New Mexico Bowl
basketball | Friday’s district games
Maplewood 60, Badger 39 KINSMAN Matt Spitter scored 20 points to lead the Rockets. Kevin Jones
Watson on IR; McCoy resting
Associated Press BEREA Colt McCoy is expected to recover from his concussion and play for the
steelers Appeal denied; penalty remains
Associated Press NEW YORK James Harrison is nothing if not exact. On the field and off.
Congress flips dimmer switch on light-bulb law
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republicans in Congress are flipping the dimmer switch on a law that
Ohio University seeks 1st bowl win
Associated Press BOISE, Idaho Running back Robert Turbin knows exactly when and how the season
Prison out for Bonds
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Eight years of being investigated for steroid allegations ended
Two indicted in shootings
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury indicted two
Woman ordered to drug rehab
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County judge ordered a city woman with an extensive history
White House backs away from veto threat
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House backed away from a critical veto threat Friday as
METRO DIGEST || Cousin charged in child beatings
Children beaten YOUNGSTOWN Jamal Hopkins, 23, of 622 Almyra Avenue, is charged with two counts
Ohio jobless rate sees largest one-month decline in 30 years
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s unemployment rate saw its largest one-month decline in nearly
Union Elementary students get aboard ‘The Polar Express’ One magical journey
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Kindergarten students at Union Elementary School
Voices of Faith q & a
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Who is in control of the world? GOD IS IN CONTROL, BUT WE HAVE FREE
Students collect for Christmas dinner
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Students at St. Christine School collected
Mayor refuses to include atheist banner in holiday display
ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. — A western Pennsylvania mayor refused to include a banner from an atheist group
christmas services | At area churches
The following is a listing of services at area churches for Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, and Christmas
Iran’s fortunes in post-US Iraq clouded
Associated Press CAIRO The U.S. military’s departure from Iraq opens the door to expanded
Election finance reports released
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Canfield School Citizens Committee
Years Ago
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Majority wants Obama to lose, poll says
Associated Press WASHINGTON A majority of adults say President Barack Obama does not deserve a
RINGING AND SINGING
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown Valerie Wilson, who has 35 years of “church
Christmas music
Christmas music canfield St. Michael Church, 300 N. Broad St., will present Advent and
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA 9 8 3 uQ J 9 2 v7 5 w9 5 4 The
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael C. Rodriguez, 21, of 43 N. Lakeview Ave.,
Joseph was noble father
There is something impressive in the Bible’s final remark on the life of St. Joseph. “Then
Rookie Irving sparks Cavs’ win
Associated Press AUBURN HILLS, Mich. Kyrie Irving’s first exhibition game was a success.
Zipadelli reunites with Stewart
McClatchy Newspapers CHARLOTTE, N.C. Tony Stewart wrapped up his third Sprint Cup Series
Senators hit Pens hard in 2nd for 5 goals
Associated Press OTTAWA The Ottawa Senators were in the right frame of mind as they headed to
Mount Union misses crown
Associated Press SALEM, Va. Levell Coppage didn’t have to be superman this time for Wisconsin-
prep sports at a glance
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Bristol 77. Southington 49 Carrolton 38, West
BASKETBALL | Friday’s ITCL games
East Palestine 67, Columbiana 20 EAST PALESTINE Cody Stewart scored 11 points to lead the
BASKETBALL Friday’s AAC games
BOYS Fitch 57, Hubbard 55 OT HUBBARD Will Mahone led the Falcons with 22 points and Dan Chepke
Friday, December 16 (122 stories)
Pa. state police investigating shootings in Union Township
Pa. state police investigating shootings in Union Township
Judge gives Barry Bonds house arrest, then delays it
Judge gives Barry Bonds house arrest, then delays it
House passes $1 trillion budget bill, avoids government shutdown
House passes $1 trillion budget bill, avoids shutdown
Man who had 2 standoffs with city police arraigned on various charges
Man who had 2 standoffs with city police arraigned on various charges
Federal grand jury indicts 5 Mahoning Valley residents
Federal grand jury indicts 5 Mahoning Valley residents
School lunch math problems for Ohio school workers
School lunch math problems for Ohio school workers
Fed govt. shutdown likely averted as tax talks continue
Fed govt. shutdown likely averted as tax talks continue
Ohio's Athens County considers cutting juror pay in half
Ohio's Athens County considers cutting juror pay in half
Leetonia Library looking for Legos
Leetonia Library looking for Legos LEETONIA Leetonia Community Public Library, 181 Walnut St.,
CLUB CALENDAR
AUXILIARIES Auxiliary to VFW Post 6488, 2065 Coitsville-Hubbard Road, will meet at 4 p.m. Sunday
Struthers Wildcats surge past Canfield Cards
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com STRUTHERS After their first five games, the Struthers High
Valley recorders brace for title search onslaught
Recorder’s offices in Mahoning and Columbiana counties have experienced dramatic increases in business from title searchers checking into property for use in Utica Shale gas drilling, and Trumbull is expecting to be next.
Phantoms hit road
Next five games will be away and a big test for the second-place squad Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
Company tries to ease fears over ‘brine’ tankers
Fracking fear has struck many in the Mahoning Valley, mostly due to possible water contamination.
Fast start propels Newton Falls Tigers to win
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS The Newton Falls High girls basketball team got
Reports of alcohol at Mooney probed
The Diocese of Youngstown has asked city police to investigate reports of Cardinal Mooney High School students drinking alcohol during a celebration of the state football championship earlier this month.
Tour of Valley gets partner for 2012
By John Bassetti bassetti@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Tour of the Valley cycling race has merged
Dennis Ray captured after 2nd standoff
The man who managed to keep police at a standoff twice and avoid capture for more than 24 hours could be standing before a Youngstown Municipal Court judge today.
Trumbull elections board fields complaints
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The contentious nature of politics in Newton Falls in
Penn State recruits wavering as uncertainty rules program
Associated Press COLUMBUS Two prized Penn State recruits already have backed away from their
Yemma decries end of Clean Ohio funds
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Treasurer Daniel R. Yemma
Jay Williams, Portman discuss recovery
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Rob Portman discussed the need for a
Eric Uphold charged in purse-snatchings
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Police in Milton Township and Warren believe Milton
Pedestrian struck on Wilson Ave.
Staff report campbell A pedestrian was struck after he walked in front of a car on Wilson
Students come to the rescue for kids at mission
Students from Mollie Kessler School deliver gifts to the Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley. Donations included money, new clothes and toys, and MP3 players.
Healing Roethlisberger sits out another practice
Associated Press DATELINE Ben Roethlisberger’s sprained left ankle looks, well, more like an
Varsity wrestlers beat Beaver Local, Fitch
Varsity wrestlers beat Beaver Local, Fitch The Canfield varsity wrestling team beat Eastern Ohio
Canfield briefs
Contract Liquor Agency open According to Bruce D. Stevenson, superintendent of the Ohio Division
GOP candidates debate for last time before caucuses
Associated Press SIOUX CITY, Iowa Likening himself to Ronald Reagan, Republican front-runner
Urgent-care center opens 2nd location
Urgent-care center opens 2nd location NILES Hometown Urgent Care opened its second Youngstown-
Texting and handheld phones are a hazard on the highway, and there are bodies to prove it
Editorial: Texting and handheld phones are a hazard on the highway, and there are bodies to prove it It is
Anonymous donors pay off Kmart layaway accounts
Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. The young father stood in line at the Kmart layaway counter,
IRL officials cleared in deadly crash
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS IndyCar executive Brian Barnhart wonders every day whether he
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 16, the 350th day of 2011. There are 15 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Cuba’s economy still anemic
Opinion: An old joke I heard for the first time more than 20 years ago in Havana says that the three biggest
Preps at a glance
THURSDAY’S RESULTS boys basketball AREA SCORE Howland 84, Beaver Local 59 OHIO SCORES
METRO DIGEST || Teacher charged with texting students
Art contest winners YOUNGSTOWN OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science &
US formally ends war in Iraq
Associated Press BAGHDAD Nearly nine years after American troops stormed across the Iraq border
Ford will cease Ranger production
Associated Press DETROIT It’s the end of the road for the Ranger in the U.S. Ford is ending
Wallace expected to start for Browns against Cardinals
Associated Press BEREA Seneca Wallace doesn’t walk so much as glide. And as the Browns’ backup
Ideas pour in for airport name
Staff report VIENNA YNGAir Partners has received nearly 800 suggestions for a new airport name.
Jesus as an ‘occupier?’ Not really
Opinion: Jesus as an ‘occupier?’ Not really Tuesday’s column, “Sorry GOP, Jesus was an ‘occupier,’” was way
Hubbard’s Pesce, KC’s Stephenson honored
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Gervelis Law Firm and WFMJ-TV have selected Hubbard’s Anthony Pesce
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.51 +0.38 Avalon
Falcons cruise to romp over Jaguars
Associated Press ATLANTA The Atlanta Falcons had been waiting all season for a complete game.
Boys district basketball preview
BOARDMAN Coach: Dan McKeown (2nd season, 11-10). 2010-11 record: 11-10, 3-7 Federal League.
Deal will avert fed shutdown
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congressional negotiators reached agreement Thursday on a compromise
Congress OKs $662B defense bill
Congress OKs $662B defense bill WASHINGTON Congress passed a massive $662 billion defense bill
Grand jury indicts boy, 16, in shooting death of teen
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A 16-year-old boy has been indicted by the Mahoning County grand jury
Mount Union is facing a familiar opponent
Associated Press SALEM, Va. Wisconsin-Whitewater and Mount Union have dominated Division III
GM plant remains on hiatus
Staff report LORDSTOWN General Motors’ Lords-town plant no longer has a parts shortage, but
Roads to disaster
Opinion: By William A. COLLINS OtherWords The term “American transportation policy” is an oxymoron. The
oddly enough
oddly enough Health dept. in Ohio urged to find healthier space LANCASTER, Ohio The state
Students use math for craft
Kirkmere Elementary School students Mailyn Bonilla and Michael Coudriet, both 10, practiced math skills and their creativity making beaded bracelets for sale at school.
Liberty volunteers wrap gifts for kids
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Residents stepped from their cars early
Lake Erie algae is worst ever
Associated Press COLUMBUS Toxic algae blooms have never been worse in Lake Erie, and the
Poland trustees seek applicants
Poland trustees seek applicants POLAND Township trustees are seeking applicants for appointment
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty, Girard and Hubbard: LIBERTY
$1.7M added to revenue certification
The Mahoning County Budget Commission unanimously agreed to add $1.7 million to its revenue certification for the county’s general fund in 2012.
Man gets 10 years on drug charges
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 35-year-old city man will spend at
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Beaver Township trustees, 8 a.m., special meeting to set up 2012 budget,
“christmas in washington” (8 p.m., tnt): Conan O’Brien is our host for
“christmas in washington” (8 p.m., tnt): Conan O’Brien is our host for “Christmas in Washington,” an
A not-so-subtle ‘Sherlock’
By Connie Ogle Miami Herald One need not be a master of the science of deduction to observe that
Disney on Ice visits Boardman library
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Scott Cross has read about Disney characters and
Johnson gets political cover
Opinion: “A little-known” organization, RetireSafe, has honored “more than 20 vulnerable Republican members
Stern named newest judge for ‘America’s’
By Patrick Kevin Day Los Angeles Times Howard Stern is about to return to TV — he’s just signed
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Miracle on Easy Street,” 8 p.m.: Razzle-dazzle holiday song-and-
Boardman High School Honor Roll
Principal’s Honor Roll = 4.0 Honor Roll= 3.75 to 3.9 Merit Honor Roll= 3.5 to 3.74
Globes swoon over cable dramas, snub networks
Combined dispatches The Golden Globes admire broadcast network comedies but the respect is absent
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities,
JJ Brothers champion reading and writing at Lloyd
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com “How many Falcons out there like to read and write?” Lloyd
Rotary donates dictionaries to Watson third-graders
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Austintown Rotary Club representatives Gary Reel and Mark Cole
Poland Village feeling merry and bright
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Christmas cheer had Poland’s Village Green feeling merry and
Poland firefighters host ‘Christmas at Our House’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the holidays the members of the Poland Firemen’s
First-grader is inspiration for “Mosaic Me”
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Author and illustrator Rebecca Macri wanted to write her new book
St. Christine’s see animals close up
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Taxidermist John Womer visited St. Christine School on Dec. 1 to
Austintown sports briefs
Fitch boys fall 84-81 in triple overtime The Fitch boys varsity basketball team lost 84-81 in
Boardman briefs
Ursuline Sisters make two recent appointments The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown have made two
Austintown briefs
Local audiologist elected president of national group Eric Hagberg, owner of Hearing Innovations
Fourth-graders sharpen skills in Math 24
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Every Thursday, a group of 40 or more Union Elementary fourth-
Poland briefs
Ursuline Sisters make two recent appointments The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown have made two
MCCTC early childhood students stuff shoeboxes for Christmas
A group of students in the Early Childhood Education program at the Mahoning County Career and
Meridian Community Care hosts Breakfast with Santa for kids
Hundreds of children up to age 10, who otherwise might not receive Christmas gifts, enjoyed some
Canfield Police Blotter
Nov. 17 Theft: A Parkside Circle woman told police a check for $448.61 was stolen and cashed. The
Canfield kicks off basketball season
The Canfield High School gymnasium was the site of the recent Meet the Team event where the boys
Pee Wee Phantoms settle for pair of ties
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee team skated to a pair of tie games last weekend, both on the road.
Pee Wee Phantoms settle for pair of ties
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee team skated to a pair of tie games last weekend, both on the road.
Canfield wrestlers host Holiday Duals today
By LUCAS DAPRILE neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield wrestling team will welcome a 10-team field,
Glenwood wrestlers open season with victories
The Boardman Glenwood Middle School wrestling team opened its season at Brookfield by splitting a
Meridian Community Care hosts Breakfast with Santa
Hundreds of children up to age 10, who otherwise might not receive Christmas gifts, enjoyed some
Career center students exercise teamwork
Every afternoon, Criminal Justice juniors at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center get in
Glenwood food drive is smashing success
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com From Nov. 7 to Nov. 18, the students at Boardman Glenwood Middle
Stadium kindergartners learn lessons on teamwork
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The famous tale of “The Little Red Hen” champions work ethic and
Poland briefs
Girls varsity basketball defeats LaBrae The Poland girls varsity basketball team defeated LaBrae
Key Club helps light up Poland Shepherd
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The staff and residents of Poland Shepherd of the Valley
Middle school wrestlers win Canfield Challenge
By LUCAS DAPRILE neighbors@vindy.com Kyle West, CJ Frost, David Labra, Jacob Esarco and Nick
Boardman sports briefs
BGMS boys fall to AMS Blue The Boardman Glenwood eighth-grade boys lost to AMS Blue 42-38 in
Pee Wee Phantoms settle for pair of ties
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee team skated to a pair of tie games last weekend, both on the road.
Pee Wee Phantoms settle for pair of ties
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee team skated to a pair of tie games last weekend, both on the road.
Hilltop students enjoy holiday shopping spree
BY ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School students went on a holiday
Watson second-graders explore Native American Suitcase
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Arms Museum of Youngstown visited Watson Elementary to share
MCCTC students stuff shoeboxes for Christmas
A group of students in the Early Childhood Education program at the Mahoning County Career and
Sparta beats Athens in Glenwood’s Greek Olympics
All the seventh-graders at Boardman Glenwood Middle School gathered in the school gymnasium on Nov. 22 to compete in the second annual Maroon and Gray Greek Olympics.
Canfield swimmers sweep rival Poland
The Canfield girls and boys swim teams defeated Poland on Dec. 7 at Youngstown State University.
Canfield musicians earn state distinction
More than 70 Ohio high school students, including several from Canfield High School, participated in
St. Christine’s see animals close up
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Taxidermist John Womer visited St. Christine School on Dec. 1
Poland Library event has some bite
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To celebrate the release of the movie “Breaking Dawn- Part 1,”
Thursday, December 15 (124 stories)
LOUIE FRIDAY: Happiness, loneliness, mushrooms, and a Vindy view
Vindy Editor Todd Franko and politics writer David Skolnick will review the week's events with Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner on Friday's show.
Flotsam from Japanese tsunami reaches West Coast
Flotsam from Japanese tsunami reaches West Coast PORT ANGELES, Wash. (AP) — Some debris from the
Mahoning County gets extra money for next year's budget
Mahoning County gets extra money for next year's budget
Kissing prank offends some at Minn. high school
Kissing prank offends some at Minn. high school ROSEMOUNT, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota high school
Police surround Dewey Avenye house in search of Dennis Ray
Police surround Dewey Avenye house in search of Dennis Ray
Williams, Portman discuss manufacturing
Williams, Portman discuss manufacturing U.S. Sen. Rob Portman discussed the need for a concerted
Feds say Arpaio violated civil rights
Feds say Arpaio violated civil rights PHOENIX (AP) — The head of Justice Department’s civil rights
Insurance group cites 115 top auto safety picks
Insurance group cites 115 top auto safety picks ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — A record number of cars and
Congress leaders hope deal near on government shutdown
Congress leaders hope deal near on government shutdown
Transportation secretary announces $23M coming to Ohio
Transportation secretary announces $23M coming to Ohio
Drilling company agrees to pay $93K in Pa. pollution claim
Drilling company agrees to pay $93K in Pa. pollution claim
Report: half of nation's schools fail federal standards
Report: half of nation's schools fail federal standards
Lordstown plant’s shutdown to continue
Lordstown plant’s shutdown to continue LORDSTOWN General Motors Co. Lordstown will not resume
Feds to release findings in probe of Ariz. sheriff
Feds to release findings in probe of Ariz. sheriff PHOENIX (AP) — Federal authorities plan to
Animal rights activists sue to challenge 2006 law
Animal rights activists sue to challenge 2006 law BOSTON (AP) — A group of animal rights activists
Police: mother killed boy, 6 weeks, in 2010
Police: mother killed boy, 6 weeks, in 2010 HUNTINGDON, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania woman is charged
4 dead after Pittsburgh house fire
4 dead after Pittsburgh house fire PITTSBURGH (AP) — Authorities say they don’t expect to release
Police warn tow truck drivers of heists
Police warn tow truck drivers of heists PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh police are warning tow truck
5 charged after dead deer left in church
5 charged after dead deer left in church KERSEY, Pa. (AP) — Police say they’ve charged five people
Ohio health department urged to find healthier space
Ohio health department urged to find healthier space
Transportation secretary has announcement for Cincy
Transportation secretary has announcement for Cincy
Stephanie Dicks | Matthew Miller
MILWAUKEE Stephanie Dicks, formerly of Girard, and Matthew Miller, a native of Snohomish, Wash.,
Lauren Hake | G. Nathan Roman
GIRARD Lauren Jessica Hake and G. Nathan Roman, both of Canfield, were married Nov. 11 at Girard
Samantha Mowrer | Adrian Lange
COLUMBUS Samantha Mowrer and Adrian Lange, both of Columbus, exchanged wedding vows Oct. 15. She
Leanora Lange | Kurt Hollender
BEREA Leanora Sabina Marta Lange and Kurt Nicholas Hollender were married Aug. 6 at the Baldwin-
Christmas comes early at Fairhaven School
Christmas comes early at Fairhaven School NILES UAW Local 1112 President Jim Graham, along with
Development course planned by YBPWC
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business and Professional Women’s Club recently launched the first local
Roethlisberger rests ankle, could be ready for 49ers
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s sprained left ankle remained in a walking boot on Wednesday, and backups Charlie Batch and Dennis Dixon are preparing as if they’ll play on Monday night in San Francisco.
Mission needs holiday help
Staff report WARREN The Warren Family Mission finds itself running out of time to provide the
Police hunt for man after E. Side gunfire
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police searched the wooded areas and
Struthers council restores pay cuts
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers City council unanimously voted to restore pay
Lawmakers OK March primary, end to map flap
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS State lawmakers have approved revamped congressional
Omega Door boss optimistic after fire
By John Goodwin and Karl Henkel news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Harry Vanderburg had a succinct
Abortion measure hearings suspended
Associated Press COLUMBUS The leader of the Ohio Senate said Wednesday that he’s suspending
Special students celebrate holidays
By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com canfield Special-needs students in the school district
2 suspended road workers return to job; 3rd retires
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Two of three road- department employees who
Drilling rules OK’d by House, sent to Senate in W. Virginia
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. West Virginia lawmakers are close to completing new rules and
Valley keeps lofty economic ranking in report
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley continues to be one of the
2 won’t be on primary ballot
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two candidates who filed to run for an open
Optical store featured on TV
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com BOARDMAN The folks at “Moving America Forward” didn’t have to
Packers pursue perfect season
Associated Press green bay, wis. 16-0. It could happen. Having won their first 13 games, and
Sullinger comes back, Buckeyes bounce back
Associated Press columbus Everyone was pleased with how All-America forward Jared Sullinger
LINGERING EFFECTS
Holmgren: McCoy not checked for concussion Associated Press berea Although James Harrison’s
The Bucs stop here
After a promising season, the Pirates’ Caravan rolled through town with hopes high for 2012 By
The gift of exchange
Students at Springfield Intermediate School in New Middletown and Crestview Middle School collected gifts for members of the other’s community and exchanged them Wednesday.
Preps at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL LATE TUESDAY SUMMARY Youngstown Christian 60, Heartland Christian 42 YCS
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Sat: Big Wiggle and
WHERE WE RANK
WHERE WE RANK The unemployment rate in the Youngstown-Warren-Boardman region was the same as the
Romney steps up criticism of Gingrich
Romney steps up criticism of Gingrich IOWA CITY, Iowa His attacks growing ever more personal,
Production to resume at GM Lordstown plant
Staff report LORDSTOWN The part-supplier issue that temporarily suspended production at the
Trial ordered in dollar-store death
Associated Press NEW KENSINGTON, Pa. A western Pennsylvania man has been ordered to stand trial
Obama can’t say it enough: Iraq war is over
By BEN FELLER AP White House Correspondent WASHINGTON Over and over, the Iraq war is over.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.13 —.26 Avalon
Board disciplines former prison doctor
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state medical board on Wednesday disciplined a former Ohio-prison
Packo’s exec charged with stealing $100K
Associated Press TOLEDO, The grandson of the founder of a hot-dog diner in Ohio made famous on
Concussions sideline top NHL players
Associated Press Sidney Crosby and Claude Giroux should have been intertwined this season as two
Prep basketball roundup
GIRLS Howland 54, Mooney 44 YOUNGSTOWN Taylor Williams had 14 points, 12 rebounds and 10
Mooney’s Simon, B.L.’s Wolfe earn AP All-America
Associated Press NEW YORK Cincinnati defensive lineman Derek Wolfe (Beaver Local) earned second
Man convicted of murder
Associated Press WAYNESBURG, Pa. A southwestern Pennsylvania jury has convicted a man of first-
Cafeteria workers raise funds for needy
By christine Keeling ckeeling@vindy.com austintown More than 30 school- district food service
Golfer Sorenstam will be speaker at Athena dinner
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Scott Porter, The Vindicator’s reigning “Greatest Golfer in the Valley,”
Dems drop millionaires tax in bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats backed away from their demand for higher taxes on
Y-Town Tech Tour set for Dec. 26
Y-Town Tech Tour set for Dec. 26 YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator and OH WOW! The
Returns are big for the holidays
Associated Press NEW YORK Ah, the warm feelings of the holidays: Comfort and joy. Good cheer.
Stealing our democracy
Opinion: Stealing our democracy There has been a lot of con- troversy surrounding Ohio’s newly redistricted
Mahoning Twp. officials need new building
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com HILLSVILLE, Pa. Mahoning Township’s administration building
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Area Agency on Aging 11 Inc., 10:30 a.m., agency offices, 5555 Youngstown-Warren
New signs mark Wick neighborhood
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two dozen new street signs are being placed in the Wick Park
U.S. had few viable options to recover drone from Iran
Editorial: We find it REVEALING that one of the architects of the misguided invasion of Iraq would now be
Associated Press All-America Team
FIRST TEAM OFFENSE Quarterback — Robert Griffin III, junior, 6-foot-2, 220 pounds, Baylor.
‘Jersey Boys’ cast gives season a Broadway spin
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK For the Broadway fan on your Christmas list, why not
Islamists in Egypt look to boost lead in elections
Associated Press CAIRO Egyptians turned out in large numbers Wednesday for a second round of
Brown praises moratorium on postal closings
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat from Avon, on
Congress needs a debt vote
Opinion: Start voting. That’s my wish for the Congress when it comes to solutions regarding our nearly $15
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Friends House Chapel, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, various commodities,
Lawrence commissioners award contract for tax-anticipation note
By Mary grzebieniak news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County Commissioners awarded the
Alert system would help find suspects
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohio would create a new statewide alert system to
New heart-valve procedure for elderly
By Fred Tasker McClatchy Newspapers MIAMI As recently as 2005, U.S. Air Force retiree Merle
Thursday
Thursday music JD Eicher and the Goodnights, 7:30 p.m., Canfield High School Auditorium, 100
Victims’ son: End death penalty
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Twenty-seven years ago, Mary Jane Stout and her husband,
Poland trustees promote worker
Staff report POLAND Township trustees promoted a part time road employee this week to replace
A victory for openness
Opinion: Tulsa World: We applaud the Oklahoma Supreme Court for listening to knowledgeable stakeholders and
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS Glory of Shekinah Productions, open auditions at 6:30 p.m. Friday at 624 Oak
How conservative is Newt?
Opinion: WASHINGTON Newt Gingrich — the friend of his detractors, to whom he offers serial vindications —
Survey in Trumbull shows support for TAG’s efforts
Staff report WARREN Adults in Trumbull County are concerned about teenage alcohol and tobacco
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Kids to shop with officers Saturday
Staff report youngstown More than 80 children will be paired with city police officers and
Tweet for freedom today
Opinion: By Ken Paulson McClatchy-Tribune Imagine if they canceled Independence Day. What if the
Rust Belt Theater to present ‘Ugly Christmas Sweater Revue’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Rust Belt Theater Company will present its second annual “Ugly Christmas
From Justin Bieber to Tony Bennett, here’s what’s new HOLIDAY MUSIC
By Randy Lewis Los Angeles Times The late, great Hunt- er S. Thompson once said, “When the going
NEw this week
NEw this week Adventures of Tintin: Secret of Unicorn (PG) Tintin and Captain Haddock set off on
Police investigate three robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating three robberies
‘Bridesmaids’ gets SAG Award nod
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The ensemble SAG Award often can be a reliable harbinger of the
Timko to have record-release show
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown-based singer-songwriter Katianne Timko will have a record-
Spicy supplement solves pain problem
Q. I am a 50-year-old police officer (and alternative-medicine skeptic) with severe osteoarthritis
newsmakers
newsmakers Judge praises Lohan at probation hearing LOS ANGELES A judge offered Lindsay Lohan
Hanoverton boy attacked by dog
Hanoverton boy attacked by dog NEWTON FALLS A nearly 3-year-old Hanoverton boy suffered cuts to
Country singer Lee Brice: They love him like crazy
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Lee Brice isn’t on top of the country-music world yet,
birthdays
birthdays Actor-comedian Tim Conway is 78. Singer Cindy Birdsong of The Supremes is 72. Drummer
“the year with katie couric” (9 p.m., abc): “The Year With Katie Couric” has
“the year with katie couric” (9 p.m., abc): “The Year With Katie Couric” has the veteran newswoman
‘Miracle on Easy Street’ is back in all its glory
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Easy Street Productions is headed back to Powers Auditorium this weekend
Detroit should be afraid of electric car Coda
Opinion: By Greg Autry and Peter Navarro Los Angeles Times A Los Angeles firm has quietly assembled a
McDonald School District receives additional funds
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD McDonald School District will receive an additional
Folk legend Bromberg tries a new approach
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The last time revered folk artist David Bromberg visited
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2011. There are 16 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
How to make HEALTHY HOLIDAY FOOD SWAPS
How to make HEALTHY HOLIDAY FOOD SWAPS By Alison Johnson Daily Press (Newport News, Va.)
Singer-songwriter throws a party for a good cause
Fueled by the Youngstown work ethic, Catholic guilt and the realization that every man could be
Wednesday, December 14 (118 stories)
Ohio district lines and primary date changed again
Ohio district lines and primary date changed again COLUMBUS State lawmakers have passed revamped
Actress Kirstie Alley’s Kansas home vandalized
Actress Kirstie Alley’s Kansas home vandalized WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Police have increased patrols
Ohio House OK’s March primary, end to map flap
Ohio House OK’s March primary, end to map flap COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Ohio House of
Y-Town Tech Tour is Dec. 26.
Y-Town Tech Tour is Dec. 26. YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator and OH WOW! The Roger
Judge orders trial for men accused in Palin case
Judge orders trial for men accused in Palin case ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Two Pennsylvania men
Leader suspends hearings on Ohio ’heartbeat’ bill
Leader suspends hearings on Ohio ’heartbeat’ bill COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The leader of the Ohio
Navajo tops list of Native language speakers in US
Navajo tops list of Native language speakers in US FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A northeastern Arizona
NJ casino tries to stay fresh with tenure limit
NJ casino tries to stay fresh with tenure limit ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — The newest casino in
Satellite gets pic of Chinese carrier
Satellite gets pic of Chinese carrier DENVER (AP) — A commercial U.S. satellite company says it
Some tickets left for Kokrak event
The Valley will have its first PGA Tour player in more than 30 years in 2012 when Warren JFK grad Jason Kokrak joins the tour in January.
Ohio boy who weighed 200 pounds to live with uncle
Ohio boy who weighed 200 pounds to live with uncle
Woman dies in freak NYC elevator accident
Woman dies in freak NYC elevator accident NEW YORK (AP) — A woman was killed in a freak elevator
Thousands of birds make crash landing in Utah
Thousands of birds make crash landing in Utah ST. GEORGE, Utah (AP) — Thousands of birds died on
Vt. frat asks members: Who would you like to rape?
Vt. frat asks members: Who would you like to rape? BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — A University of Vermont
Senate leader suspends hearings on Ohio's 'heartbeat' bill
Senate leaders suspends hearings on Ohio's 'heartbeat' bill
Stocks, euro slide as worries about Europe continue
Stocks, euro slide as worries about Europe continue
NC governor vetoes death-row racial bias bill
NC governor vetoes death-row racial bias bill RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina’s governor has
Obama marking end of Iraq war
Obama marking end of Iraq war FORT BRAGG, N.C. (AP) — President Barack Obama is marking the end of
Official: Stalled Pa. state borrowing could cost jobs
Official: Stalled Pa. borrowing could cost jobs
Survey: 1 in 4 US women victims of severe violence
Survey: 1 in 4 US women victims of severe violence
Ohio judge rejects lower bond for teen's caregiver
Ohio judge rejects lower bond for teen's caregiver
Omega company rep vows to rebuild, stay in Youngstown
Omega company rep vows to rebuild, stay in Youngstown
Police look for man in East Side standoff, considered armed and dangerous
Police from Youngstown, the SWAT team, Canfield, Boardman, YSU, along with the Youngstown Fire Department and Rural Metro surrounded a house Browning and Stocker avenues early today.
Danielle Ryan to be bride of Brian Johns
Dave and Toni Ryan of Warren and Curtis and Ruth Johns of New Castle, Pa., are announcing the
Werner-Zuzolo wedding will be January event
Alyson Werner and Philip Zuzolo are engaged to be married Jan. 14 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
Parents announce Bond-Conkle wedding plans
The parents of Casey Anne Bond and Aaron Schaan Conkle, both of Massillon, are announcing the
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
Veterans’ group in need of donations
Veterans’ group in need of donations STRUTHERS Veterans’ Outreach, 524 Youngstown-Poland Road,
BOARDMAN 2 accused in robbery arraigned, still in jail
A man and woman accused of robbing a Home Depot store remained in jail Tuesday after their arraignment in Mahoning County Area Court here.
Sandusky waives hearing, avoids accusers
Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky stunned a packed courtroom and backed out of a preliminary hearing at the last minute Tuesday, avoiding a face-to-face confrontation with accusers who his lawyer said were just trying to cash in by making up stories of child sex abuse.
Struthers council mulls restoring pay cuts
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers Council is expected to consider legislation
Local center given brief reprieve
The U.S. Postal Service’s Youngstown processing and distribution center on Tuesday was given a brief reprieve from the chopping block.
youngstown Revenue from income tax increases
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city will reverse a four-year trend and
Hubbard ODNR reps back in Valley
Less than a month after Ohio Department of Natural Resources representatives took the three-hour drive from Columbus to Coitsville, they were back in the Mahoning Valley on Tuesday.
Lorraine asks for clemency
Raymond Montgomery was a 77-year-old retired steel worker who earned Bronze Stars for his service in World War II.
Watson Elementary School students go back in time Learning — old school
Some second-graders here are taking a step back in time.
School board: Too impractical to transport parochial kids
Staff report Youngstown The city school board has declared it impractical to transport 41
City man charged after police chase
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 33-year-old Youngstown man who led
Raiders pass early test
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com WARREN The Canton McKinley Bulldogs wanted an early-season
Steelers’ Harrison suspended one game
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison has carved out a
Datsyuk, Howard topple Penguins
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Evgeni Malkin spent two periods making the Pittsburgh Penguins
Juniata officials: Sandusky consulted
Staff report HUNTINGDON, Pa. Officials at a Pennsylvania college say retired Penn State coach
Donald is PGA Tour POY
Associated Press JACKSONVILLE, Florida Already No. 1 in the world, Luke Donald now is No. 1 in
Poland’s Gabriel earns victory for Team USA
Staff report CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA Poland High senior Erin Gabriel pitched three scoreless
Union chief defends MVP Braun
Associated Press NEW YORK Baseball’s union head says people should wait for all the facts before
McCoy’s concussion could lead to change
Associated Press CLEVELAND An investigation by the NFL and Players Association into the Browns’
Blaze engulfs Omega Door Co.
Omega Door Co. accountant Brenda Vitullo was working late Tuesday, trying to wrap up year-end paperwork when she smelled smoke.
prep sports at a glance
TUESDAY’s RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Brookfield 77, Mathews 61 Canfield 58,
inter TRI-county league preview
TIER ONE CRESTVIEW Coach: Herman Miller (3rd season, 100-91 overall). 2010-11 record: 15-6,
What’s happening is no surprise
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The top Music Lyric search of 2011, according to Yahoo!, are as follows:
The top Music Lyric search of 2011, according to Yahoo!, are as follows: v “Super Bass”: Nicki
Canfield Township plans to replace street signs
Staff report Canfield The township will replace all street signs over the next several years.
Facebook aims to prevent suicide
Associated Press MENLO PARK, Calif. Help is just a few clicks away on Facebook for people
Liberty school board looks back over changes
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The board of education meeting Monday was
Attack in Belgium kills 5, wounds 122
Associated Press LIEGE, Belgium Summoned for questioning by Belgian police, a man with a history
In Austintown, street names will grace elementary buildings
By CHRISTINE KEELING ckeeling@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Elementary buildings will be honored by
2 men sue Syracuse, Boeheim for defamation
Associated Press NEW YORK Two men sued Syracuse men’s basketball coach Jim Boeheim and the
Colo. requires info on fracking chemicals
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Foes of abortion measure get a say
Associated Press COLUMBUS Opponents of an Ohio bill banning abortions at the first detectable
reporting results
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Congress treating the long-term unemployed shamefully
Opinion: By Suze Orman McClatchy-Tribune We all know not to expect much, or much of anything, from
Officer exonerated in dog’s shooting
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police have determined that a city
newsmakers
newsmakers Drew Brees to appear on ‘Sesame Street’ NEW ORLEANS Move over, Grover! One of the
AREA COLLEGES Tuesday’s games
MEN Thiel 88, Allegheny 78 GREENVILLE, PA. Allegheny College battled back from a 17-point
‘Everything ... gone’
Son watches family homestead burn Staff report WARREN George Goranitis stood outside the
House OKs payroll-tax cut bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House promised a veto Tuesday for a Republican bill
mahoning county Dog pound schedules adopt-a-thon
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County dog pound, 589 Industrial Road, will conduct an
Rush to start season leaves NBA in disarray
Associated Press The lockout ended, and the NBA’s woes were just beginning. Dwight Howard asked
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing E.B. Family Life Center, 7 S. Garland Ave., Youngstown, Christmas food
oddly enough
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“Barbara Walters Presents the 10 Most Fascinating People of 2011” (9:31 P.M., ABC):
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Romney not deterred by the polls
Opinion: For weeks the media has complained that Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has been
Budget vote moved
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Retail sales help economy grow at a steady pace
Associated Press WASHINGTON Economic growth is picking up in the final three months of the year,
Appeals court affirms decision: Trumbull County gets estate tax
Staff report WARREN The 11th District Court of Appeals has affirmed a Trumbull County Common
Obama sides with the 99%
Opinion: Conservatives were quick to accuse President Obama of embracing class warfare in his speech last
Spielberg, Jackson bring Tintin to US
By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer SAN DIEGO Steven Spielberg hopes he’s the typical American
10 indicted in wire-fraud case
Staff report CLEVELAND A federal grand jury has returned a 102-count indictment charging
NTSB urges all states to ban texting, phoning by drivers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Texting, emailing or using a cellphone while driving is simply too
Woman charged in hit and run
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 20-year-old Austintown woman is in
Senator sworn in
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Village Discount closes area store
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Valley home sales rise, prices paid drop
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley home sales increased overall in November, according to
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Police work out break-in case
Staff report WARREN Police pieced together suspicious circumstances with information from a
Selected local stocks
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The Revivalists: modern band, old soul
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For any outsider to New Orleans whose image of the Big
Go Go club owner cancels hearing
Staff report Youngstown An injunction hearing scheduled for this morning to determine whether
Many postpone Christmas to save some green
Associated Press NEW YORK When Emily Russell’s two young sons wake up on Christmas morning,
We should be clean fighters
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OSU women top Southern
Staff report COLUMBUS Tayler Hill had 21 points, four assists and five steals in 29 minutes to
NIC in running for $50K Pepsi Refresh grant
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A local nonprofit organization is a contender
Lesson in compassion: Students donate coats to needy children
Staff report POLAND Each week, North Elementary School students are urged to complete a random
birthdays
birthdays Jazz trumpeter Clark Terry is 91. Actor Hal Williams (“227,” “Sanford and Son”) is 73.
Scout leaders plan legal action over camps’ sale
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com MACEDONIA Girl Scout leaders fighting the sale of
Demanding more and giving a hand will produce results
Editorial: There’s a state-mandated aca- demic distress commission overseeing the Youngstown City School
Holiday candy
McClatchy Newspapers 111December brings about holiday bazaars. One of note is the United Methodist
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton school board, executive session, 5:30 p.m.; regular session, 6
It’s kraut season
McClatchy Newspapers AKRON Forget cookies. Keith Kropp wants you to think of sauerkraut balls
Implacable on taxes
Opinion: By J.D. FOSTER Heritage Foundation The solution to our unsustainable budget deficits? Many media
Tuesday, December 13 (120 stories)
Red Wings drop injury-depleted Penguins
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AG Holder vows to enforce civil rights protections
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Most Youngstown fire crews at Omega Door blaze
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Father recalls wife, children killed by jet crash
Father recalls wife, children killed by jet crash SAN DIEGO (AP) — A man still distraught three
Fire at Omega Door facility in Youngstown
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Magic press on with preseason amid Howard saga
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Youngstown schools says it’s impractical to bus 41 kids
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Youngstown officer cleared of wrongdoing in shooting East Side pit bull
Youngstown officer cleared of wrongdoing in shooting of East Side pit bull
Gentile sworn in to state Senate
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Public forum on Youngstown mail-processing center is Dec. 28 in Boardman
Public forum on Youngstown mail-processing center is Dec. 28 in Boardman
US indicts alleged drug smuggler tied to Hezbollah
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Utah company wraps up $1B case against Microsoft
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Pipe bomb found at Lake Milton
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NY man gets prison for killing rehab center guard
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Legal fight brewing to stop sale of NEO Girl Scout camps
Legal fight brewing to stop sale of NEO Girl Scout camps
OSHP investigating accident in Rogers that killed 3
OSHP investigating accident in Rogers that killed 3
Milton Township police investigating rape allegation
Milton Township police investigating rape allegation
Corpse found near NY beach is likely prostitute’s
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Atheist messages displace park nativity scenes
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Mass. court OKs release of Bishop inquest report
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Pa. House bill contains more options to buy wine, beer
Pa. House bill contains more options to buy wine, beer
Stocks edge up as calm returns to markets
Stocks edge up as calm returns to markets NEW YORK (AP) — Stock indexes are slightly higher in
Driver sent or received 11 texts in 11 minutes before fatal crash
Driver sent or received 11 texts in 11 minutes before fatal crash
Steelers' Harrison suspended 1 game for McCoy hit
Steelers' Harrison suspended for 1 game for McCoy hit
Village Discount Outlet store in Youngstown closes
Village Discount Outlet store in Youngstown closes
Home Urgent Care hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday in Warren
Home Urgent Care host ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday in Warren
Ex-Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky waives prelim hearing on child-sex charges
Ex-Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky waives prelim hearing
Edward Jones financial firm has open house Wed. in Canfield
Edward Jones financial firm has open house Wed. in Canfield
Foes of Ohio's 'heartbeat' abortion bill have their say this afternoon
Foes of Ohio's 'heartbeat' abortion bill have their say this afternoon
Students criticize Ohio school for bedbug response
Students criticize Ohio school for bedbug response
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
Flower show is a blue-ribbon event
YOUNGSTOWN The annual holiday flower show and luncheon of Garden Forum of the Greater Youngstown
Dog pound sponsors December events
YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Dog Pound and Adoption Center, 589 Industrial Road, is announcing two
Cavs re-sign Parker; Davis, Casspi injured
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE Cleveland point guard Baron Davis has left the Cavaliers to seek a
Land lab will benefit students
Between the steep sides of a gorge covered with trees and mossy rocks, a new pavilion waits beside a running stream for its first batch of budding scientists.
Red-hot ’Cats
Both the Poland and Struthers High School girls basketball teams came into Monday night’s game at the Stuthers Field House undefeated.
Two arrested in fraud scheme
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard Girard police brought an end to a scam by
Dems hope union victory spurs Ohio House takeover
Associated Press COLUMBUS Unionized teachers and retirees, local government officials and
Convict given judicial release
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A former bar owner sentenced to 41/2 years
Liberty school district uses caution
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Liberty Local School District has been
Boardman man in custody, accused of home break-in
Staff report Boardman A township man is under arrest, accused of breaking into the home of a
Woman pleads in vehicular homicide case
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com lowellville A woman who ran over a Campbell businessman
gm lordstown ‘Supplier issue’ forces shutdown
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com LORDSTOWN General Motors Co. Lordstown and union officials
VNA to close doors by end of year
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Visiting Nurse Association of Greater
Harrison: McCoy hit not worthy of a fine
Associated Press PITTSBURGH James Harrison hasn’t heard from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. The
Seahawks too much for Rams
Associated Press SEATTLE Doug Baldwin picked a national stage to remind the rest of the NFL what
PSU’s Sandusky to face accusers in hearing
Associated Press BELLEFONTE, Pa. A sleepy country town better known for fly fishing than
Shurmur: McCoy was ‘ready to play’
Associated Press BEREA Colt McCoy is still recovering from his concussion, and the way the
YSU faces tough road
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you want to be happy in a million ways, for the
NFL’s Haley, Sparano fired
Associated Press Even before the Miami Dolphins fired Tony Sparano on Monday, names of potential
Emotional Kempe accepts Ursuline position
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com youngstown Midway through his acceptance speech, Larry
The new jobless have many faces
Few areas felt the brunt of the recent recession more than the Mahoning Valley. Unemployment skyrocketed to 13.8 percent in 2010 and today still remains significantly higher than the national average.
all-american conference | National boys preview
CAMPBELL MEMORIAL Coach: Jay Brown (1st season). 2010-11 record: 12-12, 4-4 AAC. Projected
Clippers: No deal for PG Paul
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The day began with the Los Angeles Clippers rejecting a proposed
Fed will clarify direction of rates
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Federal Reserve under Ben Bernanke has gone further than ever to
Warren schools stay afloat
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Angela Lewis, treasurer of Warren city schools, has a
YSU responds to coach’s challenge
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After playing “terrible defense” at the end of last
Good and bad news in Egypt
Opinion: How worried should we be that Islamists won 70 percent of the seats in the first round of Egypt’s
Poland board opposes voucher expansion
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND The board of education approved a resolution
Commissioners must control budget in Mahoning County
Editorial: The Mahoning Valley continues to lag behind the nation in the snail’s pace recovery from the
Education 1st, athletics 2nd for City chief
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN Youngstown City Schools superintendent Dr. Connie
No-rules debate thrills Gingrich
Associated Press MANCHESTER, N.H. There were no time limits, formal rules or reporters asking
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Crash victims ID’d
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The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
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Protests at ports stop work
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. More than 1,000 Occupy Wall Street protesters blocked cargo
UN official: 5,000 have died in Syria
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A conservative approach
Opinion: Charleston (W.Va.) Daily Mail: West Virginia budgeters obviously need to keep their disciplined
‘NCIS’ actress Pauley Perrette has a recognizable role The Goth go-to gal
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK It figures that Pauley Perrette would excel
Police probe robbery at Warren parking lot
Staff report WARREN Police have made no arrest in the noon Friday robbery and vehicular
State gas prices rise another 8 cents
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TV’s ‘Dallas’ returns to the city that made it famous
By JAMIE STENGLE Associated Press DALLAS J.R. Ewing has returned to Dallas. With Larry
State board OKs $1.77M for cleanup at former Wean site
By MARC KOVAC and DAVID SKOLNICK news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board
Mall to accept Salvation Army donations
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Southern Park Mall confirmed Tuesday it will serve as a donation
The village of Lowellville has agreed to help the school district maintain its new “land
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New Middletown gets grant to retain officer
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN The village has been awarded a $28,501 Ohio
Obama heralds Iraq war’s end
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama heralded the end of the divisive Iraq war
Parole authority moves downtown
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Adult Parole Authority’s Youngstown District Office will be
Documents show Boehner involved in redistricting
Associated Press COLUMBUS Public documents released Monday by voter advocates show
Sorry GOP, Jesus was an ‘occupier’
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly McClatchy Newspapers ’Tis the season to mix politics and religion. GOP
Crosby out with concussion symptoms
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The tests indicate Sidney Crosby doesn’t have a concussion. Crosby’s
Amp up the cheer while scaling back
CLEANING UP Enlisting the help of others: Don’t be afraid to ask family and friends for help when
On Wall Street, stocks fall as rating agencies knock euro deal
Associated Press Stocks closed sharply lower Monday after doubt emerged that last week’s historic
Police: Woman stole with stroller
Associated Press UPPER DARBY, Pa. Police in suburban Philadelphia said the mother of a 3-year-
Man reports robbery
Man reports robbery WARREN A 24-year-old Bazetta Township man reported that a male got into his
High court will review Arizona immigration law
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court stepped into the fight Monday over a tough Arizona
Data show drop in child abuse
Associated Press NEW YORK Fears that persisting economic woes would increase child abuse in the
North Side plans light show
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The third annual Festival of Lights and Holiday Decorations Tour on the
ODNR asks Hubbard residents for input on brine-injection well
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will meet with Hubbard residents at 3 p.m. today at the Hubbard Township Administration Building, 2600 Elmwood Drive.
Cincinnati players apologize for brawl
Associated Press CINCINNATI Suspended Cincinnati forward Yancy Gates apologized to everyone,
Ex-official wants indictment tossed
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former county commissioner in Ohio wants a judge to throw out a
Gingrich faces test on illegals
Opinion: Recently, I arose before dawn and went to buy coffee and a newspaper at a southwest Florida
Police investigate 2 shootings
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two separate
Years Ago
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Keep data secure
Opinion: By James Cole McClatchy-Tribune As consumers, we transmit valuable personal information to the
Christmas is about Christ
Opinion: Christmas is about Christ Many Americans do not un- derstand what is wrong with our country and
Agenda Wednesday
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Southern Park Mall is drop-off site for Salvation Army
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Documents: Boehner rep key in Ohio redistricting map
Documents: Boehner rep key in Ohio redistricting map
State approves funds to clean up former Wean site in downtown Youngstown
State approves funds to clean up former Wean site in downtown Youngstown
Judge grants early release from prison for convicted drug trafficker
Judge grants early release from prison for convicted drug trafficker
Coroner IDs two killed in Mahoning County accident Sunday
Coroner IDs two killed in Mahoning County accident Sunday
Penguins Sidney Crosby out again for concussion-like symptoms
Penguins Sidney Crosby out again for concussion-like symptoms
Kansas City Chiefs fire coach Todd Haley, Crennel named interim coach
KC Chiefs fire coach Todd Haley
3rd annual Festival of Lights North Side tour is Friday
3rd annual Festival of Lights North Side tour is Friday
UPDATED: Production suspended at GM Lordstown
Production has suspended at the GM Lordstown plant due to a "supplier issue."
Ohio, New Mexico sign concealed-carry reciprocity pact
Ohio, NM sign concealed-carry reciprocity pact
San Francisco becomes first city to top $10 minimum wage
SF becomes first city to top $10 minimum wage
Date set for 2012 shale-drilling expo at Covelli Centre
Date set for 2012 shale-drilling expo at Covelli Centre
Ohio gas prices on the rise for second straight week
Ohio gas prices on the rise for the second straight week
Michelle Nespeca | Nelson Villa
PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Michelle Marie Nespeca and Nelson Daniel Villa exchanged wedding
Alexis Kollay | Alexander D’Ettorre
NORTH CANTON Alexis Nicole Kollay of Boardman and Alexander Scott D’Ettorre of Upper Sandusky,
Marie Awad | Louis Alexander Jr.
YOUNGSTOWN Dr. Marie Linda Awad and Atty. Louis Peter Alexander Jr., both of Pittsburgh, were
Anna DeJulio | John Martin
YOUNGSTOWN Anna DeJulio and John Martin, both of Hubbard, were united in marriage June 18 at Our
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
Greenford Ruritans elect new officers
Greenford Ruritans elect new officers greenford Greenford Ruritan Club met Nov. 28 at South
Texans: Playoffs assured
Eighty yards to cover, little more than 2 minutes left, no timeouts to help. Rookie quarterback T.J. Yates faced his biggest challenge as he lined up for the snap.
Christmas Past
Historical Society preserves good, old-fashioned Christmas If you go What: “Memories of
Fire leaves 7 homeless in Campbell
Staff report Campbell An upstairs-bedroom space heater started a fire that destroyed a family of
Drives with Strickland lead Gentile to Senate
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com COLUMBUS Incoming state Sen. Lou Gentile has come a long
Cash for Cans contest means cash for schools
By christine Keeling ckeeling@vindy.com A contest lets schools collect cans for cash. The Cash
Grant should ease Austintown’s flood woes
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Plans for additional storm- water lines should
Drilling frenzy produces skepticism, fear
Associated Press COLUMBUS After a childhood spent moving around, Patti Gorcheff vowed that
Boardman to hire 3 firefighters in January
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN The township has made offers of employment to
49ers stumble in desert
Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. John Skelton earned redemption in a rematch with San Francisco.
Cincinnati’s Gates suspended
Associated Press CINCINNATI Cincinnati forward Yancy Gates got a six-game suspension on Sunday
Poland’s Flament ready for Texas
Staff report POLAND Sarah Flament’s children, Logan and Alyssa, should appreciate her, a mom
Football changes are in the air
Staff report The offseason football coaching changes for area high schools are starting to take
BRIGHT CHRISTMAS
Children walked throughout the Davis Center of Fellows Riverside Gardens on Sunday in search of oddly placed items hidden throughout the building’s two stories and its garden.
Two killed in collision in Salem
Two killed in collision in Salem SALEM A traffic accident killed two people Sunday after a
Politics of good marriage
Opinion: WASHINGTON Now is the time for President Obama to complete his evolution on the subject of same-
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL PREVIEW | All-American Conference American Division
AUSTINTOWN FITCH Coach: Brian Beany (1st season) 2010-11 record: 5-16, 0-10 Federal League.
oddly enough
oddly enough Ad executive sends cards from grave PITTSBURGH The holiday cards from Bob McCully
Giants stun Cowboys with two late scores
Associated Press ARLINGTON, Texas Eli Manning ended New York’s four-game losing streak in style,
Overtime wins in the Broncos’ six-game winning streak.
Overtime wins in the Broncos’ six-game winning streak.
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS SWIMMING Northeast Aquatic Conference Relay Meet Championships BOYS Team
IN THE HUDDLE | How local NFL players fared
Buffalo Bills Brad Smith, WR, Chaney — started but had no receptions in a 37-10 loss to Chargers.
Farrakhan arrives for visit in Haiti
Farrakhan arrives for visit in Haiti PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti Nation of Islam leader Louis
Proposed rating system worries teachers
Associated Press COLUMBUS Though Ohio teachers might not necessarily like the way they are being
Europe showing inclination to address its fiscal challenges
Editorial: The European economy — and by extension, the world economy — still faces years of challenge ahead,
Selected local stocks
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Smoking fines mount
Associated Press SPRINGFIELD, Ohio Five years after Ohio enacted a ban on indoor smoking,
Teen charged in Craiglist scheme writes to his dad
Associated Press CLEVELAND A 16-year-old Ohio teen charged with murder involving men who
Sunday’s NHL games
Blackhawks 3, Sharks 2, OT CHICAGO Patrick Sharp steered in a loose puck off a rebound at 4:26
nfl standings & summaries
STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA New England1030.769396274 N.Y.
“Before this game, we controlled our own destiny, and now I can’t tell you what is going
“Before this game, we controlled our own destiny, and now I can’t tell you what is going to happen.”
Brewers’ Braun maintains he’s not a cheater
Associated Press MILWAUKEE Ryan Braun certainly doesn’t fit the image fans conjure up when they
Mo. officials: Ex-deputy shot ex-wife and her boyfriend
Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. A former rural Missouri deputy sheriff is suspected of
Paterno fractures pelvis following fall at his home
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Joe Paterno fractured his pelvis again following a fall at
Crossroads ads target loan
Associated Press WASHINGTON A Republican-leaning group will begin airing a major advertisement
COLLEGE BASKETBALL | Sunday’s Top 25 games
MEN No. 16 Alabama 62, Detroit 54 TUSCALOOSA, Ala. JaMychal Green scored 21 points and
Tiniest babies are beating the odds
Associated Press CHICAGO One is a healthy first-grader, the other an honors college student
Sumlin named Texas A&M coach
Associated Press HOUSTON Coach Kevin Sumlin and his prolific offense made Houston a power in
SUNDAY’S OTHER NFL GAMES
AFC Ravens 24, Colts 10 BALTIMORE Terrell Suggs had three sacks and forced three fumbles to
Donald earns pair of titles
Associated Press DUBAI, United Arab Emirates Luke Donald became the first golfer to win both the
Ohio legislators beat term limits
Associated Press CINCINNATI Though voters put term limits on Ohio lawmakers nearly 20 years ago,
Noriega extradited to Panama
Associated Press PANAMA CITY, Panama More than two decades after the U.S. forced him from power,
Winter struggle
Workers along Lake Erie face seasonal layoffs Associated Press PORT CLINTON, Ohio Each year,
Charlize Theron’s character in “Young Adult,” a divorced, deluded teen-lit
Charlize Theron’s character in “Young Adult,” a divorced, deluded teen-lit writer, wakes up each
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Debating Trump’s debate
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Fair changes can be made
Opinion: Fair changes can be made Now that the hoopla over S.B. 5 is over, maybe this egregious episode
“fear factor” (8 p.m., nbc): Like a horror-movie bad guy, “Fear Factor” just
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Holiday gift guide Best e-readers & tablets
PETER SVENSSON, AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Flat, hard packages will be welcome this year.
Two die in crash in Columbiana County SALEM
Two die in crash in Columbiana County SALEM A car accident killed two
Agenda Tuesday
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“Nursing homes were expecting the state cuts ... but were caught by surprise when the federal
“Nursing homes were expecting the state cuts ... but were caught by surprise when the federal
Is Ron Paul spoiler in GOP race?
Opinion: WASHINGTON On Oct. 12, 1948, the campaign train of Tom Dewey, Republican nominee against President
Northeast states cut heating aid to poor
Associated Press WASHINGTON Mary Power is 92 and worried about surviving another frigid New
YSU fall commencement speakers announced
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University alumna Linda Gooden, executive vice
Televise U.S. Supreme Court sessions
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer After much digging, I have unearthed an issue that draws
What will they do?
Opinion: By Dan Becker and James Gerstenzang Los Angeles Times Launching its biggest environmental
Walters spotlights ‘Fascinating People’
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK On her new TV special, Barbara Walters gets up
Video game reviews
By RON HARRIS Associated Press Nintendo’s 3DS system continues to depend on some tried-and-true
newsmakers
newsmakers Hollywood’s holidays start out glumly LOS ANGELES The holiday spirit is eluding
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Space heater causes fire that destroys Campbell family’s home
Space heater causes fire that destroys Campbell family’s home Staff report Campbell An
Merry Bright Nights brings sights, sounds of holiday to Mill Creek Park
Merry Bright Nights brings sights, sounds of holiday to Mill Creek Park By ROBERT GUTTERSOHN
Drilling bonanza brings byproducts of skepticism and fear
Drilling bonanza brings byproducts of skepticism and fear Associated Press COLUMBUS After a
Austintown gets grant for $179K flood-control project
Austintown gets grant for $179K flood-control project By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com
Violators of Ohio’s smoking ban owe state $1.8 million
Violators of Ohio’s smoking ban owe state $1.8 million Associated Press SPRINGFIELD, Ohio
Some Ohio teachers displeased with new evaluation system
Some Ohio teachers displeased with new evaluation system Associated Press COLUMBUS A state
Family dinner honors Pecchias’ 50th anniversary
BOARDMAN Mastropietro Winery in Berlin Center was the setting for a family dinner Aug. 27 honoring
Family hosts buffet to honor Bradleys’ 50th
BOARDMAN Howard and Martha Bradley of Boardman were honored Oct. 30 at a luncheon buffet at the
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY L.B. Circle will meet at noon at Eat’n Park with officers serving as hostesses. TUESDAY
FEDERATED CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will have a Christmas social and gift exchange. Hostess Toni Douglass
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will have its Christmas party with Barbara Murray as hostess and Dorothy
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Great Hall at St. Nicholas Church on Fifth
Three firefighters to be hired in January in Boardman
Three firefighters to be hired in January in Boardman By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com
Vacant housing in Ohio increases 50 percent in 10 years
Vacant housing in Ohio increases 50 percent in 10 years Associated Press DAYTON A federal
Arab League official condemns Gingrich statement
Arab League official condemns Gingrich statement Associated Press CAIRO A senior Arab League
Lockheed Martin executive to address 600 YSU fall graduates next Sunday
Lockheed Martin executive to address 600 YSU fall graduates next Sunday Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
Mahoning Valley breaks century-old record for wettest year in history
Mahoning Valley breaks century-old record for wettest year in history Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
New state senator for part of Valley began career as Strickland’s driver
New state senator for part of Valley began career as Strickland’s driver By DAVID SKOLNICK
Pa. pipeline proliferation from drilling triggers worry over lack of regulation
Pa. pipeline proliferation from drilling triggers worry over lack of regulation Associated
Director believes additional layoffs can be avoided
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Even if Mahoning County budgets its general
Lights, color ... Disney!
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com A decade after he designed “Disney On Ice presents
Valley’s nontraditional schools rate poorly
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com columbus Of the top 100 school districts in Ohio as
YSU ties 3-point record in loss to Buffalo
Staff report Buffalo, N.Y. The Youngstown State men’s basketball team tied the school record for
Officials face tough decisions on budget
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners have been
John Grdic retires as his son, Jack, takes over at 21 WFMJ-TV
John Grdic says he’s looking forward to retirement — most notably, he says, to spend time with his four grandchildren and learn a new trade: photography.
Event honors Kokrak’s PGA feat
Coming home for the holidays will be extra special for Warren native Jason Kokrak.
Stagg-ering: Mount Union in 7th straight final
Special to The Vindicator ALLIANCE Every year, the challenge is there for the University of
Narduzzi embraces Valley’s toughness
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN After playing football at Ursuline High and one
Christmas concert at mall in Niles benefits hungry families in Valley
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES At first, Sharon Jay, 10, just assumed that she and the
‘Gold standard’ of pediatricians retires
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com LIBERTY Dr. Kurt J. Wegner, considered by his peers the
Liberty Lights Up
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com LIBERTY The sights and sounds of the holidays filled the
Reward set at $5K in search for Donofrio
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN The family of a missing Boardman businessman has
Superb in the net
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Brown
Mangapora helps Canfield pull past Mooney
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com CANFIELD Sabrina Mangapora scored 29 points Saturday night to
Paying it forward
Mackenzie Pasco of Hubbard, who has a rare, life-threatening disease, works on a drawing. She and her brother had a fundraiser at Fat’s Village Tavern in Hubbard to send children to Disney World in Orlando, Fla., as part of the Make-A-Wish Foundation program.
Neal’s two goals propel Pens
Associated Press UNIONDALE, N.Y. James Neal scored twice, and Pascal Dupuis had the go-ahead
Brown helps lift YCS past Campbell
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Toi Brown collected 15 rebounds and 12 points for the Youngstown
Donations sought for ‘Keep the Kids Warm’
Staff report youngstown “Keep the Kids Warm,” a campaign planned by Catholic Charities of the
Area bowling scores
700s Amron — Dave Ifft (767) & Willie McGaha (716) in Wednesday Seniors; Jake Welch (720) & Aaron
Strong earthquake shakes Mexico City
Strong earthquake shakes Mexico City MEXICO CITY A 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck Mexico’s
Births
Births St. JOSEPH Health Center Matthew and Jessica Pinkerton, Kinsman, girl, Dec. 8. Michael
Without Sullinger, OSU falls to Kansas
Associated Press LAWRENCE, Kan. Ohio State coach Thad Matta gave Kansas coach Bill Self an early
Tebow breaks NFL QB mold
Los Angeles Times ENGLEWOOD, Colo. This was supposed to be a rebuilding year for the Denver
Gingrich assailed, fires at Romney
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Attacked as a lifelong Washington insider, newly minted
For director of ‘Sherlock,’ it’s elementary
By John Horn Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The signature action scene in the soon-to-be-
Get a Blu-ray player with Internet capability
Q. I have a 40-inch Samsung LCD HDTV. What is your advice on buying a Blu-ray player for it? I have
Raising roof on retiring Conflicts heat up over keeping public workers on job longer
Associated Press COLUMBUS After nearly 40 years in public education, Patrick Godwin spends his
A long, colorful history
Associated Press NIAGARA FALLS, Ontario You can’t take a boat ride into the roar and spray of
Filipino militants free US teen
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines A 14-year-old American boy who was abducted with his mother
A helping hand to end a cycle
Opinion: Without much fuss, Jerald slipped off the couch he shared with his mom and sister and then slipped
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 11, the 345th day of 2011. There are 20 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Prep sports at a glance
SATURDAY RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Canfield 52, Cardinal Mooney 34 LaBrae 49,
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS Lordstown Eagle Luke Aaron Pyles, a son of Timmy L. and Cheri L. Pyles of
Prisoner art displayed at defender’s offices
Associated Press AKRON A portrait of entertainer Erykah Badu drawn in pen, coffee and wax; a 3-D
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Seraphim Chorus in concert, 3 p.m.: Choral music at Good Hope
A jeweled rake and sickle are applied to this 19th-century picture frame. The unmarked mixed-metal
A jeweled rake and sickle are applied to this 19th-century picture frame. The unmarked mixed-metal
Traficant: Delusional to the end
Opinion: Although former congressman and ex-convict James A. Traficant Jr. has kept out of the public
Record reviews
AMY WINEHOUSE Album: “Lioness: Hidden Treasures” Grade: B Pretty much everything about Amy
210, LEAD Academy
210, LEAD Academy 378, Youngstown Community School 598, LEARN Academy 674, Buckeye Online
Climate conference OKs landmark deal
Associated Press DURBAN, South Africa A U.N. climate conference reached a hard-fought agreement
Collectors seek rare picture frames
Picture frames were very elaborate during Victorian times. The rectangular frame for an oil
Strong actors, technicians save Playhouse’s ‘Scrooge’
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN ’Tis the season for holiday theater
Cable companies branch out into home-security services
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES For decades, the only theft the cable industry worried about was
“Basically, they said they wanted to grant another wish for other children. They wanted other
“Basically, they said they wanted to grant another wish for other children. They wanted other kids
Success of horticulture students’ project grows ... For the love of peat
By JoAnn Jones Special The Vindicator CANFIELD Christmas wreaths decorated in red, silver or
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Area roundup
MEN Capital 75, Mount Union 69 BEXLEY Freshman Nate Jacubec (Struthers) scored 17 points in
Rules with relationship lead to resentment
McClatchy Newspapers Someone recently asked if I agree with the currently popular parenting adage
Salt studies cause confusion
Q. I have always believed that salt was a health hazard, and I have worked hard to eliminate sodium
Cavaliers, Scott focus on defense
Akron Beacon Journal INDEPENDENCE The Cleveland Cavaliers’ offense is one of the most intricate
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A Q. Who is the handsome man playing Mayhem in the Allstate commercials? A. That
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Liberty Early Academic Resource Nest Academy aka LEARN Academy school board, special
regional basketball Saturday’s games
MEN HORIZON Cleveland State 69, Akron 66 CLEVELAND Jeremy Montgomery made a 3-pointer with
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. Who was the first movie star? I’m sure you have to go back to the days of the
Nominees sought
Nominees sought youngstown The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance is accepting nominations
Phones allow shopping on the go
Chicago Tribune CHICAGO When many Americans enter a store these days, they have three things: a
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Ohio teen sells prized steer to help deputy’s family
Associated Press LEBANON, Ohio Teenager Lora Vonderhaar has a charitable streak that is 6 feet
Postal closings will be ‘mess’
Associated Press IOWA CITY, Iowa The U.S. Postal Service’s plan to close 252 mail-processing
Occupy Youngstown poetry to be read
Occupy Youngstown poetry to be read YOUNGSTOWN Pig Iron Press, 26 N. Phelps St., downtown, will
All downhill since the ’60s
Opinion: All downhill since the ’60s Do we say Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays? What has happened to the
Griffin tops Luck, captures Heisman
Associated Press NEW YORK Robert Griffin III beat out preseason favorite Andrew Luck for the
Niners looking to avoid letdown
Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. The Arizona Cardinals like to consider the San Francisco 49ers
Downtown bartender arrested in cop assault
Downtown bartender arrested in cop assault YOUNGSTOWN A 36-year-old bartender will be in
newsmakers
newsmakers Gaga gives a naughty, nice concert in NYC NEW YORK Lady Gaga was in the Christmas
Kwanzaa observances planned
Staff report youngstown The Harambee Coalition Kwanzaa Commitee will celebrate Kwanzaa with a
Audi A6 tops ratings of midsized luxury sedans
The redesigned Audi A6 has been significantly improved and now ties the Infiniti M37 for the top
Inventors meeting slated for Dec. 14
Inventors meeting slated for Dec. 14 LIBERTY The Youngstown & Warren Inventors Association will
Take the carp threat seriously
Editorial: Take the carp threat seriously A Michigan legislator has spon- sored a Stop Asian Carp amendment
CAREER PATHS AND LIMELIGHT
CAREER PATHS AND LIMELIGHT Huntington Bancshares Inc. recently announced the promotion of Sharon
Anti-crime initiative succeeds in getting criminals off streets
Editorial: 2222That was the warning several months ago from Steven M. Dettelbach, the United States attorney
Will private prisons work?
Opinion: Ohio was facing an $8 billion budget shortfall in 2010 when Gov. John Kasich took office. He
Saturday, December 10 (93 stories)
Police charge Pa. priest with possession of child porn
Police charge Pa. priest with possession of child porn
Expert: 'Panther' spotted in Ohio likely a big house cat
Expert: 'Panther' spotted in Ohio likely a big house cat
Ministerial alliance accepting nominations for Rev. Elizabeth Powell Award
Ministerial alliance accepting nominations for Rev. Elizabeth Powell Award
Mount Union advances to seventh straight Division III final
Mount Union advances to seventh straight Division III final.
Animal Welfare group schedules open house
Animal Welfare group schedules open house LORDSTOWN Animal Welfare Shelter, 545 Brunstetter Road
Ayana Durden is crowned Miss Cinderella at 2011 ball
BOARDMAN The Junior Civic League had its 56th Annual Cinderella Ball on Nov. 25 at Mr. Anthony’s
Loew on Pavlik: ‘It’s sad in the way it ended’
In an interview with WFMJ Channel 21 sports, Jack Loew on Friday officially announced that he and former middleweight boxing champion Kelly Pavlik have severed ties.
Drilling deal expected in mere days
Negotiations between the Associated Landowners of the Ohio Valley and an oil and gas driller could be completed “in a matter of days.”
Marquee effort to save Playhouse puts board president Becker in the limelight
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When the Youngstown Playhouse was faced with
Teachers get donated school supplies
By Christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com austintown District educators were delighted with a
Canfield students, staff excel in roles as angels
By christine Keeling ckeeling@vindy.com canfield Brand-new bicycles and gift bags joined the
CSB manager suspended over child-rape case
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County Children Services suspended a superviser,
Tigers roar in rivalry
By LOWELL SPENCER sports@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP Friday’s Springfield-South Range boys
LaBrae rallies after half to take bite out of Bulldogs
By John Bassetti bassetti@vindy.com POLAND It was too good a game for this early in the
Occupy campers, city plan to keep talking
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Members of Occupy Youngstown want to set
Cycle Supply revs up drive for kids in hospital
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Megan Stevens was so thankful for her healthy
Program at Youngstown school unites kids, toys and books
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Aaronay Agee, 6, leafed through the pages of
Supreme Court panel probes administrator, lawyer in Austintown
Staff report Austintown Township Administrator Michael Dockry is under review by the Supreme
Howland offense, defense too much for Campbell
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com HOWLAND A relentless full-court press by the Howland High
Sam’s Club representatives see first hand the benefits of program
Staff report Youngstown With cupcakes in hand, Rachel Bell and Kathy Stinson of the Boardman
Big run powers YSU over Ohio
Staff report ATHENS The Youngstown State women’s basketball team went on a 20-5 run early in the
YCS, Adams hold on against Mooney
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Christian boys basketball team
Plans for YBI expansion move forward
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator is moving forward quickly with
GOING BACK IN TIME
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com hubbard A faith-based and family-friendly experience
GED testing offered
GED testing offered Youngstown Official GED testing will be at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday
YSU students place second in Green Energy Challenge
Staff report youngstown Six Youngstown State University students placed second nationally in
Hundreds of wish lists for kids remain unfilled
Candy Fritsch, a Salvation Army envoy, reviews families in need. Each page in the books on her lap and at her side represents one needy family who will be helped through the organization’s Angel Giving Tree program.
Officials try to remedy shortage of substitute teachers
Staff report Grove city, pa. A shortage in substitutes with Pennsylvania certification has
Shurmur defends handling of McCoy
Associated Press BEREA Browns coach Pat Shurmur strongly defended his team’s handling of Colt
Foreign-born priests step up
Detroit Free Press DETROIT The U.S. Catholic Church is increasingly turning to foreign-born
Real-world training
Staff report Salem As part of their coursework, 10 nursing students, along with two faculty
Deer farmers seeking regs
Opinion: COLUMBUS Here’s something you don’t hear very often down at the Statehouse: people calling for
Dyslexia a boon to gospel legend
Associated Press ATLANTA Andrae Crouch’s songs have made him a gospel legend. He’s written
Tim Tebow keeps on smiling
Opinion: By Jennifer A. MARSHALL Heritage Foundation When Pam Tebow was counseled to abort her baby to
They don’t give a hoot Hooters purists aren’t happy about renovation of original site
By TAMARA LUSH Associated Press CLEARWATER, Fla. The original Hooters was a ramshackle, dove-
Submit details on holiday services
Submit details on holiday services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that are
Ohio zoo gets elephant from Arkansas
Associated Press POWELL, Ohio A male elephant has moved from an Arkansas sanctuary to an Ohio
Holiday party set for MVYP group
Holiday party set for MVYP group YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals’ holiday
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Alysa Frankland, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 4. David Ayala and
CORRECTION
CORRECTION The name of one of the YSU Moot Court team members was incorrect in some references
BLM: Mustangs mistreated, but not inhumanely
Associated Press RENO, Nev. The U.S. Bureau of Land Management’s internal review of a wild-
“It’s what my kids really need. When the students get a book they can read, it’s
“It’s what my kids really need. When the students get a book they can read, it’s like,
‘X-Factor’ meltdown: Judge refuses to choose
Associated Press NEW YORK Declaring herself unable to choose between two rival contestants, an
Fitness program benefits students
Staff report Canfield Every afternoon, criminal-justice juniors at the Mahoning County Career
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: This annual holiday concert
“appropriate adult” (10 p.m., sundance): “Appropriate Adult” is a two-part
“appropriate adult” (10 p.m., sundance): “Appropriate Adult” is a two-part psychological thriller
Teacher receives master designation
Staff report johnston Trumbull County Educational Service Center has announced that Lana
American Airlines in a storm
Opinion: The Miami Herald: There’s no way to put a smiley face on the decision by American Airlines to file
In Mahoning Valley, new-car sales increase
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN New-car sales in the Mahoning Valley increased 4 percent in November,
Police ID gunman who killed Va. Tech policeman
Associated Press BLACKSBURG, Va. A dean’s list student who killed a Virginia Tech police officer
Community college to offer safety class for jobs
Staff report steubenville Eastern Gateway Community College will offer a required safety course
U.N. agencies playing with fire with admission of Palestinians
Editorial: The passage by the House Foreign Affairs Committee of a Republican bill to slash U.S. contributions
COLLEGE BASKETBALL | YSU at Buffalo
Road trip: The Youngstown State men’s basketball team (6-2) hits the road for three straight road
Referendum on election reforms set for 2012 ballot
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A group that wants to block Republican-backed changes to
Warren copper thefts
Warren copper thefts WARREN CenturyLink Inc. has experienced numerous copper thefts this year
Europe is able to forge a fiscal union
Associated Press BRUSSELS Working almost to exhaustion and persuading countries one by one,
Man condemned to die in Conn. case
Man condemned to die in Conn. case new haven, conn. A jury condemned a man to death Friday for
Big Ben looks ahead to SF
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Jerricho Cotchery watched Ben Roethlisberger limp into the locker
Life’s trials firm up one’s faith
Remembering that God has authority over all things while we are in the battles of life can be very
GAME TIME/Steelers at 49ers
Game Time What: Steelers at 49ers When: Dec. 19, 8:30 p.m. TV/radio: ESPN; WNIO-AM 1390
Cleveland casino developer buys Ritz and office tower
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio’s first casino, opening early next year, announced plans Friday
Kirkmere Elementary School first-grader Samair Colon gets help with reading during a program at the
Kirkmere Elementary School first-grader Samair Colon gets help with reading during a program at the
Poll: Many against re-electing Congress
Tribune Washington Bureau WASHINGTON Americans’ hostility toward members of Congress is at a
As staff flees, fire kills 89 at hospital in India
Associated Press KOLKATA, India Fleeing medical staff abandoned patients to a fire that killed
House GOP unveils bill renewing payroll tax cut
Associated Press WASHINGTON House Republicans unveiled a bill Friday renewing the Social
Colleges buy sites to thwart porn
Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. The University of Kansas is buying up website names such as
OSU, Kansas ready to face off
Associated Press LAWRENCE, Kan. Bill Self rattles off the matchups that everyone wants to see:
DeWine seeks review of Ohio foster care
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio’s attorney general said Friday he wants a comprehensive review
Zombies storm Havana cinema festival
Associated Press HAVANA The hottest ticket in Havana is a gory, campy zombie flick with a wicked
Van involved in robbery, purse snatching in Warren
Warren police provided a photo of a blue Dodge or Chrysler minivan that was involved in a robbery at
Illinois hires Tim Beckman
Associated Press CHAMPAIGN, Ill. Tim Beckman has rebuilt a program before. He inherited a
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Dec. 10, the 344th day of 2011. There are 21 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sponsor of bill to expand vouchers is open to change
Associated Press COLUMBUS The sponsor of legislation to expand private-school vouchers in Ohio
Justice gives $10M to Cleveland Clinic
Associated Press CLEVELAND A West Virginia man who made his money in mining and farming is
Cavaliers weigh decision on Davis
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE Baron Davis remains one of Cleveland’s starting guards. That could
FDA panel backs birth-control patch
Associated Press ADELPHI, Md. A panel of federal health advisers said Friday that a birth-
Major League Baseball roundup
Diamondbacks: Arizona has agreed to terms with first baseman Lyle Overbay on a one-year contract.
Friday, December 9 (155 stories)
Ohio State trustee board gives president pay increase, bonus
Ohio State trustee board gives president pay increase, bonus
Mahoning Valley new-car sales increase 4 percent in November
Mahoning Valley new-car sales increase 4 percent in November
Natural gas production from Marcellus Shale matches expectations, says Texas company
Natural gas is coming from Marcellus Shale drilling, says Texas company
House GOP introduces bill renewing payroll tax cut
House GOP introduces bill renewing payroll tax cut
Art sale and show to accompany ‘Scrooge’
Art sale and show to accompany ‘Scrooge’ YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse will be opening
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10:30 a.m.
Ben hurt, but Browns feel the pain
Ben Roethlisberger needed only one good leg for the Pittsburgh Steelers to continue their mastery of the Cleveland Browns.
Adairs’ forfeited assets allotted
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown What Ric Barringer of Southwind Trucking Inc.
MAHONING COUNTY Library officials get details of new branch
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Officials with the Public Library of Youngstown and
Youngstown leaders eye efforts to help at-risk youths
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Of the 23 homicides recorded in the city this
Taxation dispute emerges at V&M
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com GIRARD Girard, Youngstown and V&M Star are squabbling over
YSO’s Fleischer gives students career perspective
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Talent is great, but that alone isn’t going to
V&M Star to advance $2M for rail lines
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN V&M Star is advancing more than $2 million to
Judicial-release hearing set for ex-bar owner
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A former bar owner, who was sentenced in May 2010 to 41/2 years in
2 YSU seniors argue way to regional win
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A skill set that may make someone an annoying
Unbeaten Mount one step from Stagg Bowl
Staff report A trip to the Stagg Bowl for the NCAA Division III national championship is on the
Phantoms ‘expecting to win’
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s hard to believe that the USHL team
No Crosby, no win for Pens
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The Penguins lost Sidney Crosby, then lost first place in the
Texans on verge of crown
Associated Press HOUSTON The Houston Texans have always been a delicate bunch. All it ever
Sandusky’s wife defends husband
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. The wife of ex-Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky
Fitch holds off N. Falls
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS It probably didn’t go as planned but as the
AROUND THE WORLD
First-grader Brogan Roby, dressed as Santa, leads a group of students around the auditorium at Lloyd Elementary School in Austintown during a final song in the students’ Holiday Around the World program. The show featured facts about the way other cultures celebrate the holidays. More than 100 family members and friends attended the show Thursday.
Romney takes aim at rival Gingrich
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Republican Mitt Romney opened a broad and newly abrasive
3 Hubbard residents ordered to stop horn-honking
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Another set of civil-protection-order hearings over
Can’t stand ‘The Sitter’ Lowbrow comedy is hypocritical, hateful and plain sloppy
By Rene Rodriguez McClatchy Newspapers One more reason to hate the ’80s: All the terrible
In Craigslist case, rules ended up being ignored
Associated Press COLUMBUS A Texas parolee now suspected in a deadly Craigslist robbery scheme
Guns N’ Roses puts on sweet show at Covelli
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On the day the band he has fronted for 25 years
Despite bans, more are texting behind the wheel
Associated Press WASHINGTON For all the criticism and new legal bans, texting by drivers just
INSIDE
INSIDE The Youngstown State football team may have a new defensive backs coach next season. Page
birthdays
birthdays Actor Kirk Douglas is 95. Actor Dick Van Patten (“Eight Is Enough”) is 83. Actor-writer
Phantoms | Holiday promotions
Teddy Bear Toss: The Phantoms are hosting their third annual “Teddy Bear Toss” on Saturday when they
phantoms vs Chicago
phantoms vs Chicago When: Saturday at 7:15 p.m. Where: Covelli Centre Radio: WBBW- AM (1240)
Perilous time for Gingrich
Opinion: By Byron York Univeral Features Syndicate Is there any more dangerous position in politics than
Name Hamilton as a state author, 2 KSU profs urge
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Two Kent State University professors are urging
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury has handed up indictments this week against the following people:
7 become US citizens
7 become US citizens YOUNGSTOWN Seven people became U.S. citizens in a naturalization ceremony
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Park roads to close
Park roads to close Youngstown Several Mill Creek MetroParks roads will close Monday for winter.
Blocking Cordray escalates the attack on majority rule
Editorial: President Barack Obama came to realize that his first pick to run the new Consumer Financial
Report: YSU hires Davis to coach DBs
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State football team may have a new
GOP blocks appointment of Cordray to office
Associated Press WASHINGTON The battle over the future of a new financial- watchdog office
NHL roundup Thursday’s other games
Predators 4, Blue Jackets 3, OT COLUMBUS Sergei Kostitsyn’s redirect with 12.1 seconds left
baseball | Roundup
Brewers: Milwaukee agreed to terms with free-agent shortstop Alex Gonzalez, filling one of their
“frosty the snowman” (8 p.m., cbs): Frazzled holiday shoppers can find valuable lessons
“frosty the snowman” (8 p.m., cbs): Frazzled holiday shoppers can find valuable lessons in the
Niles man charged in robbery
Staff report NILES The 22-year-old manager of the Sparkle Market, 140 North Main St., wrestled a
Jobless claims fall, signaling optimism
Jobless claims fall, signaling optimism WASHINGTON A steady decline in the number of people
Examples of things undergoing change: the post office and schools
Opinion: Examples of things undergoing change: the post office and schools Two things caught my EYE in
top 25 roundup | Thursday’s games
MEN No. 9 Connecticut 67, No. 25 Harvard 53 STORRS, CONN. Jeremy Lamb had 18 points and Andre
Putin: Clinton instigates protests
Putin: Clinton instigates protests MOSCOW Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, facing the
Adair Assets
Adair Assets Cash distributions Southwind Trucking: $126,000. Austintown Police Department:
mahoning county 2012 dog, kennel licenses on sale
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Dog and kennel licenses for 2012 have gone on sale through the Mahoning
oddly enough
oddly enough Some ex-Sharon Steel workers to receive $33 ‘windfalls’ SHARON, Pa. About 1,600
Drug cops oppose drug war
Opinion: By Glenn Garvin McClatchy Newspapers I owe Kyle Vogt an apology. A former military policeman,
Florida, Muschamp move on after Weis
Associated Press JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Florida coach Will Muschamp already has started compiling a
Obama, GOP skirmish on payroll-tax cut
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama vowed to delay Congress’ year-end vacation as
osu vs florida
osu vs florida When: Monday, Jan. 2, 1 p.m. Where: EverBank Field, Jacksonville, Fla. TV:
Stephen King movie is an empty ‘Bag’
‘STEPHEN KING’S BAG OF BONES’ When: 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday Where: A&E McClatchy-Tribune
high school sports at a glance
THURSDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL OHIO SCORES Cols. Africentric 61, Marion Harding 43 Cols.
Mangapora, Cards pull past Champion
Staff report CHAMPION Sabrina Mangapora scored 14 of her 22 points in the second half as the
Ohio nursing homes report thousands of job cuts
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio nursing homes have slashed thousands of jobs amid recent cuts in
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield township trustees, executive session, 8 a.m., 6844 Strimbu Drive.
Commish race heating up
Opinion: Open political seats usually draw more interest than positions with incumbents. So it shouldn’t
Lemon Grove hosting benefit show
BENEFIT SHOW What: A.J. Basista Benefit Show Where: Lemon Grove Cafe, 122 W. Federal St.
QUOTABLE DAVID STERN, NBA commissioner, on the collective bargaining agreement ratified by players and owners Thursday:
“We think it’s a very good deal, and it’s going to withstand the test of time.”
Pujols, Angels reach deal
Associated Press DALLAS Albert Pujols could have been a wealthy Cardinal for life, planning for
Big second half helps Girard pull away from Hubbard
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com GIRARD After playing a quiet first half that ended nearly dead
Steelers 14 Browns3
Steelers 14 Browns3 Next: Browns at Cardinals, Dec. 18, 4:15 p.m. Next: Steelers at 49ers, Dec.
Swastika drawn on salon
Associated Press AKRON An Ohio hair salon owner says she cried when she found a swastika on the
Can’t stand ‘The Sitter’
By Rene Rodriguez McClatchy Newspapers One more reason to hate the ’80s: All the terrible
Ohio patrol finds largest heroin seizure in cooler
Associated Press BOWLING GREEN, Ohio Troopers in northwest Ohio found 17 pounds of heroin hidden
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Mannheim Steamroller, 7:30 p.m.: Christmas music with a
nba roundup | Thursday’s games
Hornets: The NBA, as owners of the New Orleans Hornets, won’t trade All-Star guard Chris Paul to the
GOOD MORNING
GOOD MORNING Holiday light display The Trumbull Junior Fair Board will offer horse-drawn
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Matchup: No. 2 Mount Union (13-0) vs. No. 7 Wesley (12-1). What: NCAA Division III
Season’s Greetings
Season’s Greetings Youngstown Symphony When: 8 p.m. Saturday Where: 260 W. Federal St.,
horizon league roundup Thursday’s games
Cleveland State 62, Robert Morris 58 MOON TOWNSHIP, PA. Tre Harmon tied his career-high with 24
NFL roundup Thursday’s news and notes
49ers: The San Francisco 49ers have signed offensive lineman Alex Boone to a contract extension
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.18 —.62 Avalon
Va. Tech gunman kills cop, apparently commits suicide
Associated Press BLACKSBURG, Va. A gunman killed a police officer in a Virginia Tech parking lot
Life’s hardest lesson
Opinion: Life’s hardest lesson Chicago Tribune: “For the past three years, my life has been spinning out of
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 9, the 343rd day of 2011. There are 22 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
If Big Ten can keep Rose, Delany OK with no AQ
Associated Press NEW YORK Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delany says he would support the elimination
Lowellville’s Hvisdak reaches milestone
Staff report LOWELLVILLE Taylor Hvisdak had a banner night as she scored 19 points to go over
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 161 SOURCE: Associated Press
Number of days in this year’s NBA lockout, which officially ended Thursday.
Austintown sports briefs
Boys basketball lose to Jefferson The Austintown boys varsity basketball team lost their season
Students make ornaments from reused materials
More than 417 ornaments from 16 Mahoning County school classrooms entered the Green Team’s ornament
Donate to Operation Blessing
Donate to Operation Blessing Canfield Presbyterian Church, 140 W. Main Street, will be accepting
Austintown Police Blotter
Nov. 21 Attempted burglary: A window was pried open and broken at an apartment in the 1000 block
Canfield Rotary sponsors Lighting of the Green
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Rotary Club of Canfield celebrated a Christmas tradition
Cardinal Mooney students feed families
Students at Cardinal Mooney High School spent the month of November collecting food and staples to
Pee Wee Phantoms get home victory at Ice Zone
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee team earned a home victory and salvaged a tie on the road last
Poland sports briefs
Girls basketball takes on Liberty The Poland girls varsity basketball team defeated Liberty 44-26
Poland schools to seek levy in March
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com Voters will decide an emergency operating levy for Poland
Canfield briefs
Horticulture students host Holiday Open House Students in the Horticulture Program at the Mahoning
Honors add up for mathematicians
More than 160 students from Mahoning County competed in the Mahoning County Math 24 Challenge at
Boardman Police Blotter
Nov. 11 Theft: Two vehicles at Rick Bayus Motors, 5206 Youngstown-Poland Road, had their $200
Poland breifs
Horticulture students host Holiday Open House Students in the Horticulture Program at the Mahoning
Students make ornaments from reused materials
More than 417 ornaments from 16 Mahoning County school classrooms entered the Green Team’s ornament
School levy won’t be on March ballot
By CHRISTINE KEELING ckeeling@vindy.com Canfield voters will not see a school levy on the March
Jazz ensembles present holiday concert
The Boardman High School Jazz Ensembles One and Two will present their annual Holiday Jazz Concert
Honors add up for Valley mathematicians
More than 160 students from all over Mahoning County competed in the Mahoning County Math 24
Pee Wee Phantoms earn 2-1 home victory
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee team earned a home victory and salvaged a tie on the road last
Austintown briefs
Local podiatrists host shoe drive Austintown Podiatry Associates, Dr. Karlock, Dr. Flauto and Dr.
Poland Police Blotter
Nov. 8 Attempted burglary: A woman in the 8400 block of Struthers Road noticed broken glass next
Boardman sports briefs
Boardman bowlers win opening match Boardman High’s boys bowling team defeated North Canton Hoover,
Boardman briefs
Gresko performed in concert Rachel Gresko, a sophomore pharmacy major, performed in the University
Honors add up for Valley mathematicians
More than 160 students from all over Mahoning County competed in the Mahoning County Math 24
Canfield swimmers, divers begin season
The Canfield swimming and diving team, led by four seniors, recently opened its season with a quad
Senior class craft show a big success
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School’s 23rd annual Craft Show, sponsored by
Pee Wee Phantoms earn 2-1 home victory
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee team earned a home victory and salvaged a tie on the road last
Canfield sports briefs
Boys basketball tickets now on sale Canfield High School is selling varsity boys basketball
Rotary donates to Poland Firemen’s Association
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com In October, the Poland Fire Department was named the Volunteer
Canfield wrestlers back on the mat
The Canfield wrestling team began the season last weekend as the varsity traveled to Cuyahoga Falls
Canfield musicians selected for honors band
The Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) District 5 sponsored its annual fall conference Nov. 19
St. Christine’s inducts new Junior Beta Club members
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Eighth-graders recognized for their excellence at St. Christine’s
Austintown’s Reel celebrates 90th birthday
Vada Reel of Austintown was joined by more than 200 friends to celebrate her 90th birthday on Nov.
Willie the cat stars at Tales to Tails event
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com In a twist toward the feline side, Canfield library’s Tales
Heaven wins two events to lead Canfield swim team
Sarah Heaven won two individual events and was part of two place winning relay squads, as the
Watson Elementary welcomes visitor from Japan
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Watson Elementary School recently welcomed a visitor from halfway
Open House celebrates ‘Brilliant Babies’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Guests at the Austintown library’s Baby Brilliant Open House on
Career center students exercise teamwork
Every afternoon, Criminal Justice juniors at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center get in
St. Christine’s inducts Beta Club members
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Eighth-graders recognized for their excellence at St. Christine’s
Jungle Terry bolsters interest in Pioneer Club
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com “Jungle Terry” Sullivan visited Poland Presbyterian Church on Nov.
Humility House holiday party benefits outdoor Prayer Garden
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Christmas came early for the residents of Humility House in
AMS raises money with Wii-a-Thon
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Nearly a year ago, eighth-graders at Austintown Middle School
Eighth-graders assist in St. Charles food drive
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com St. Charles Church joined with the St. Vincent de Paul Society
Association discusses ‘State of Boardman’
The Boardman Civic Association hosted its final dinner meeting of the year on Nov. 21 at the
Second-graders learn art of geometry
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Before their November geometry project, the second-graders at
Fourth-graders bring famous inventors to life
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com On Nov. 22, Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, John Deere and
St. Christine’s inducts Beta Club members
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Eighth-graders recognized for their excellence at St.
Fifth-graders buy and sell during trade fair
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Industries around the world depend on trade fairs to showcase,
Stadium kindergartners talk turkey
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To let the kindergartners of Stadium Drive learn about everyone’s
Robinwood renews Thanksgiving tradition
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When the teachers and parents of the fourth-grade students at
Kindergartners celebrate with Thanksgiving Pow-Wow
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For more than 30 years, Dobbins teacher Elaine Fabrizi has
Fourth-graders create own stories
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To explore fiction writing, the Robinwood Lane students in Jan
Stadium celebrates 50th day of school
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To celebrate their 50th day of school, kindergartners and
EPA links fracking, pollution
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the first time has implicated fracking — a controversial method of improving the productivity of oil and gas wells — for causing groundwater pollution.
Agency criticizes Pa. gas-well rules
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is criticizing Pennsylvania’s interim rules on air pollution from Marcellus gas wells, saying the regulations apparently would allow for more pollution than do federal guidelines.
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Slain Va. Tech officer identified as Army veteran
Slain Va. Tech officer identified as Army veteran BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — A gunman killed a
EPA implicates fracking in groundwater pollution
EPA implicates fracking in groundwater pollution CHEYENNE, Wyo. The U.S. Environmental
EPA critical of Pa. gas well air pollution rules
EPA critical of Pa. gas well air pollution rules PITTSBURGH The U.S. Environmental Protection
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Tom and Christine (Bowersox) Libeg of Avon, Ohio, are announcing the birth of their second son, Adam
Post plans toy drive
Post plans toy drive LAKE MILTON American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., will have a Toys
Winning is icing on the cake
BERLIN CENTER Berlin-Ellsworth Ruritan Club is announcing the Blue Ribbon winners of its 2011
Guns N’ Roses gets Rock Hall invite on Covelli play day
On the same day that Guns N’ Roses played in Youngstown, the band was named part of the 2012 class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Nativity scene comes alive on North Side
A nativity scene on the city’s North Side was full of more than just figurines Wednesday night.
NFL rivalry renewed tonight
Hines Ward doesn’t see dominating the Cleveland Browns as simply a part of his job, but a civic duty.
13 file petitions for 2 commissioner seats
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Nine Democrats, a Republican and a Green
Church gets input on Idora land planSFlb
By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com youngstown The deadline has passed for a Youngstown
Eyesore in Warren cleaned upSFlb
Staff report WARREN The 6-acre lot at Mahoning Avenue and Summit Street Northwest, “arguably the
Valley residents rally for stalled Nitro’s Law in Columbus
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Liz Raab stood on a busy street corner near the
Vets honor those killed in ’41 attack
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com STRUTHERS About 25 veterans and guests gathered at
Catholic schools to be in regional system
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Seven Catholic elementary schools are being
Council OKs use of off-duty officers to patrol around 20 Federal Place
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City council signed off on a plan to spend up
Injection-well owners required to run test
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will require owners of a new brine-injection well to run a special test to ensure that brine is being injected into the correct underground formations.
Health merger gains ground
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The initial step has been taken toward the
New charges emerge, and Sandusky is jailed again
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Ex-Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky was
Chahine, Jacubec meet again
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com ALLIANCE Adjusting to college life and rules are among the
Big-spending Marlins add pitcher Mark Buehrle
Associated Press DALLAS It is the new image of baseball’s moneyed elite: For the second time in
Big East adds Boise State
Associated Press The new Big East will span four time zones, 3,000 miles from coast to coast and,
Law hampers in Fine case
Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. Prosecutors investigating allegations of child molestation against
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday South Range Board of Education, special session at 7 a.m. in office at 11822
How to avoid common breakfast mistakes
By Alison Johnson Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Many people start their day with diet
Thursday
Thursday Music Jim Frank Trio, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Sunrise Assisted Living, 335 W. McKinley
Ohio JFS orders another review of Trumbull Children Services
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has
Guilty in drug case
Guilty in drug case PITTSBURGH A 35-year-old Ellwood City, Pa., man could go to federal prison
Ohio House OKs campaign-funding bill
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio House approved legislation to increase
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Sun: Toys for Tots show
5 exercises you can do without upsetting your inner couch potato No, no. Don’t get up...
By William Hageman Chicago Tribune Going to the gym is such drudgery. You have to drag your
Safe pregnancy weight gain: Study finds no consensus
By Jeannine Stein Los Angeles Times There’s no consensus on how much weight an overweight or
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 8, the 342nd day of 2011. There are 23 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS Disney’s “Mulan,SDRq New Castle Playhouse, New Castle, Pa. Auditions are 6 to 8
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Fighting bone loss with yoga
Q. I heard an expert talk on your syndicated radio show about treating osteopenia with yoga. I have
Immunization clinic
Immunization clinic GIRARD The well-child immunization clinic will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in
Occupy Wall Street must face three inconvenient truths
Opinion: By Nick Schulz Los Angeles Times Occupy Wall Street supporters are claiming credit for at least
“the office” (9 p.m., nbc): “The Office” holiday party just won’t be
“the office” (9 p.m., nbc): “The Office” holiday party just won’t be the same without good ol’
‘Scrooge’ has a close-knit cast
The Youngstown Playhouse’s production of “Scrooge, the Musical” is a show for families — even on the
Obama scores big in Pacific
Opinion: Was that the president of the United States, sailing across the Pacific Ocean, rallying allies —
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit St., Youngstown, food
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty, Girard and Hubbard: LIBERTY
GOP should hold off on coronation
Opinion: WASHINGTON Republicans are more conservative than at any time since their 1980 dismay about
Weird humor works best for comedian Joel Dovev
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Dismay, disdain and disaffection seem to follow Joel
‘New Year’s Eve’ drops the ball
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer “New Year’s Eve” is the second in a remarkably shallow
New this week
New this week New Year’s Eve (PG-13) The lives of several couples and singles in New York
Seeing the promise of a new age
Opinion: Seeing the promise of a new age As a retired engineer orig- inally from Youngstown, I would like
‘M*A*S*H’ actor Harry Morgan dies
Associated Press los angeles Emmy-winning character actor Harry Morgan, whose portrayal of the
Money recovered in possible scam helps vets
Associated Press COLUMBUS Nine veterans charities have received $76,000 recovered in an Ohio
Woman sues bus line over drunken passenger
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Warren woman has sued Greyhound Lines Inc. for up to $75,000, saying
Nissan takes orders for LEAF in Ohio, Pa.
Staff report Nissan North America Inc. announced Wednesday it has begun taking orders from the
How the 1 percent can join with the 99 percent
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Perhaps you’re part of Wall Street’s richest 1 percent, yet, deep in
Mannheim Steamroller is one of the most popular Christmas tours STILL ON A ROLL
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Prior to conceiving Mannheim Steamroller decades ago,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jamie Belcastro and Anthony Colla, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 6.
Blagojevich: ‘I caused it all’
Associated Press CHICAGO The Rod Blagojevich who once challenged a prosecutor to face him like a
49ers’ Jennings having fun
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. Brian Jennings turned to social media to share the story
Boy, 13, competent for rape trial
Associated Press CINCINNATI A 13-year-old boy charged with raping a 5-year-old girl at a
Pearl Harbor group plans to disband
Pearl Harbor group plans to disband pearl harbor, hawaii In wheelchairs and using walkers, the
Robert Shroder, President and CEO of Humility of Mary Health Partners, spoke Wednesday during an
Robert Shroder, President and CEO of Humility of Mary Health Partners, spoke Wednesday during an
breast cancer New drugs show big promise
Associated Press SAN ANTONIO Breast-cancer experts are cheering what could be some of the
Is ‘A Christmas Story’ on road to Broadway?
Chicago Tribune CHICAGO Sitting in a downtown restaurant, the star of “A Christmas Story” was
US says no to OTC morning-after pill
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a surprise move with election-year implications, the Obama
Drugs found on body
Drugs found on body Girard Girard police on Wednesday said authorities found prescription
HMHP makes list as healthy workplace
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Humility of Mary Health Partners is one of the healthiest workplaces in
Austintown attorney plans run for Ohio Supreme Court
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN An Austintown attorney who’s never run for a
ALOV to meet Friday
ALOV to meet Friday champioN The Associated Landowners of the Ohio Valley will have its final
Acting fire chief pleads to lesser charge in OVI case
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com girard Acting Coitsville fire chief Christoper Manack,
Many local GM workers to get bonuses
Staff report LORDSTOWN Most General Motors Co. workers will have a little extra money to spend
Obamacare is working
Opinion: The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Republicans in Congress and their presidential candidates can
County’s historical records endangered by new demands
Editorial: Editor's Note: This is a Vindicator opinion piece that was published Thursday, Dec. 8., 2011
Wednesday, December 7 (85 stories)
City officers will patrol 20 Federal Place; new food vendor authorized for Covelli Centre
City officers will patrol 20 Federal Place; new food vendor authorized for Covelli Centre
13 candidates file for two commissioner positions
13 candidates file for two commissioner positions YOUNGSTOWN — Nine Democrats, a Republican and a
Merry Christmas GM workers: $250 bonus checks coming
Merry Christmas GM workers: $250 bonus checks coming
Columbus Dispatch suspends cartoon after criticism
Columbus Dispatch suspends cartoon after criticism
Consumers borrow more in October as economy improves
Consumers borrow more in October as economy improves
Ohio worker who claimed sex bias gets $100K settlement
Ohio worker who claimed sex bias gets $100K settlement
HMHP one of the healthiest places in America to work
HMHP one of the healthiest places in America to work
Ohio player wins $250K in Mega Millions lottery game
Ohio player wins $250K in Mega Millions lottery game
Do you know of any unusual street names in the Valley?
Do you know of any unusual street names in the Valley?
Pa. man breaks into store and steals sex enhancers
Pa. man breaks into store and steals sex enhancers
$2 million grant for the Chamber and four other groups
$2 million grant for the Chamber and four other groups YOUNGSTOWN Team Northeast Ohio, a
Seven Catholic elementary schools being reorganized
Seven Catholic elementary schools being reorganized YOUNGSTOWN Seven Catholic elementary schools
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Podiatrists sponsor annual shoe drive
Podiatrists sponsor annual shoe drive AUSTINTOWN Austintown Podiatry Associates are announcing
Alliance, Palmy OES chapters merge
DEERFIELD Worthy Matron Beth Cooper and Worthy Patron Bill Stratton presided at the Deerfield
Uncertainty fills county budgeting
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The 2012 budgeting process for Mahoning
Mayor will file petitions by deadline
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Struthers Mayor Terry Stocker, re-elected a
Youngstown Schools Official: Unique chance for a change
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Youngstown schools have a unique opportunity
Seismic devices to watch D&L well
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources says there are new seismographs near a brine injection well in Youngstown that will help to determine if the well is causing minor earthquakes.
Historic house on YSU campus placed back on demolition list
Nearly a year after the historic Thompson-Sacherman House on the Youngstown State University campus got a temporary reprieve from the wrecking ball, it’s again set for demolition.
Mayor: City’s charter to be reviewed
Mayor Charles Sammarone wants to form an 11-member committee to review the city’s charter and make suggested changes to be in front of voters on the November 2012 election ballot.
Blinded by blood: Auction will help pay off medical bills
Scott Pergande, a long-time local artist and art collector, was working in his garden behind his house last summer when he was attacked by a mugger.
Youngstown cops probe 3 robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating three separate
Poland sets aside $65K for paving
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Village council approved a measure Tuesday to set
Man’s death in standoff is ruled a suicide
The Trumbull County coroner ruled Keith Jornigan’s death a suicide Tuesday, the day after police found his body in his parents’ home after an almost four-hour standoff.
Penguins fall short of high expectations
YSU junior Brandi Brown spent her first two years talking about growth and competitiveness and finding the positives in losses and, frankly, she’s tired of it.
McCoy seeks 1st North win
Associated Press BEREA Colt McCoy is on his second trip through the AFC North and still
Rookies once again are impacting Steelers
Curtis Brown hears the horror stories all the time. Whenever the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie cornerback reaches out to one of his old teammates at Texas playing elsewhere in the NFL, he’s invariably met with tales of stolen playbooks, big egos and even bigger growing pains.
East defense ties up Mooney
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Deontay Scott registered a double-double and the
Bench warms up
Youngstown State point guard Blake Allen had a different kind of court vision on Tuesday night.
Lakeview survives second-half chaos
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com STRUTHERS Following the Lakeview High boys basketball
South Range topples Youngstown Christian
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP The South Range boys basketball team thrived
Surviving Infamy
Robert Bishop of Austintown was below deck on the USS Tennessee when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. Two bombs hit the Tennessee, killing five people. Bishop, who will be 91 on Dec. 19, is one of four remaining active members of the area’s Pearl Harbor Survivors Association Mahoning County Chapter 5.
Pearl Harbor survivors are returning to ships after death
Associated Press HONOLULU Lee Soucy decided six years ago that when he died he wanted to join
Blagojevich will speak
Blagojevich will speak chicago After all his claims of innocence and facing years in prison, Rod
Was press unfair to Cain?
Opinion: By Edward Wasserman McClatchy Newspapers All along, the Herman Cain campaign — which Politico
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 7, the 341st day of 2011. There are 24 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Illegals fared well under Reagan
Opinion: “I believe in the idea of amnesty for those who have put down roots and lived here, even though some
Mine’s new owners to pay $210M
Associated Press BEAVER, W.Va. In the biggest settlement ever reached in a U.S. mining
A day never to be forgotten
Opinion: Pearl Harbor Day, Dec. 7, 1941, literally hit every one of our homes. It was a never to be forgotten
“Pearl Harbor — 24 Hours After” (8 p.m., history): “Pearl Harbor: 24 Hours
“Pearl Harbor — 24 Hours After” (8 p.m., history): “Pearl Harbor: 24 Hours After” is a new two-hour
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL PREVIEW All-American Conference National Division
GIRARD Coach: Andrew Saxon (27th year). 2010-11 record: 9-12, 3-5 AAC. Projected starters:
iTunes’ official music charts for the week ending Dec. 5:
iTunes’ official music charts for the week ending Dec. 5: Top Songs: v “It Will Rain”: Bruno
Ysu’s Community Diversity Program series Author: ‘Something akin to caste system is alive’
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When several civil-rights laws were passed in the
70-foot chimes at Drumfest set world record
Staff report COLUMBIANA Universal Percussion — the nation’s largest distributor exclusively of
Couple took welfare, lived in a $1.2M home
Associated Press SEATTLE A Seattle chiropractor and his wife live in a $1.2 million waterfront
Recount doesn’t change vote totals
Staff report WARREN The recount of the race for mayor of Lordstown and councilman at large for
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday United board of education, regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., school library.
Obama: Middle class is at stake
Associated Press OSAWATOMIE, Kan. Declaring the American middle class in jeopardy, President
Fans love Aldean, Underwood
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Entertainment Writer The American Country Awards were Jason Aldean’s kinda
AT&T adds cell sites in Trumbull County
AT&T adds cell sites in Trumbull County CORTLAND AT&T on Tuesday announced the activation of 10
iTunes’ official music charts for the week ending Dec. 5:
iTunes’ official music charts for the week ending Dec. 5: Top Songs: v “It Will Rain”: Bruno
Man pleads guilty
Man pleads guilty CLEVELAND One of the four Mahoning Valley men accused of staging a car
Cookie season
By Sharon Ghag McClatchy Newspapers Life is sweet, especially since a batch of home-baked
Nash lifts Jackets in shootout
Associated Press montreal Rick Nash’s shootout goal lifted the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 3-2
Country singer looks to redefine his career Amazing Gracin
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com In terms of his place in country music, Josh Gracin isn’t
Divisions threaten EU treaty
Associated Press BERLIN Plans by France and Germany to save the euro through closer European
God and man and Buckley
Opinion: By Carl T. BOGUS Los Angeles Times The modern conservative movement began 60 years ago with the
Adjusting to climate change
Opinion: Adjusting to climate change Cleveland Plain Dealer: It says something about the global consensus
Shots fired at house
Shots fired at house WARREN A resident of Lexington Avenue Northwest reported that four to five
Chrysler to call its new car Dart
Associated Press DETROIT The Dodge Dart, a 1960s compact car that gearheads turned into street
Harry Potter is popular at theme parks
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Universal Studios says it will spend several hundred million
Road to marriage equality
Opinion: By William A. COLLINS OtherWords With the legalization of gay marriage in New York, Iowa,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center William and Angela Schaper, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 5. Harry
It may already be too late, but local arguments must be made to preserve postal services
Editorial: Local residents and elected of- ficials have only three weeks to put together their most persuasive
Tuesday, December 6 (93 stories)
Mahoning County's budgeting process for 2012 remains uncertain
Mahoning County's budgeting process remains uncertain
Pa. woman hit by her own car helping chase runaway dog
Pa. woman hit by her own car helping chase runaway dog
Cleveland house comes down where remains of 11 bodies found
Cleveland house comes down where remains of 11 bodies found
AT&T activates 10 new mobile broadband cell sites
AT&T activates 10 new mobile broadband cell sites CORTLAND AT&T today announced the activation
Couple badly injured in attack by naked bodybuilder
Couple badly injured in attack by naked bodybuilder
Texas mom shoots self, children after welfare standoff
Texas mom shoots self, children after welfare standoff
$210M settlement reached in 2010 W.Va. mine explosion
$210M settlement reached in 2010 W.Va. mine explosion
Federal court upholds Ohio firefighter's challenge
Federal court upholds Ohio firefighter's challenge
Fatal shooting of suspect appropriate, says Butler County sheriff
Fatal shooting of suspect appropriate, says Butler County sheriff
Associated Landowners of the Ohio Valley meet Friday
Associated Landowners of the Ohio Valley meet Friday WARREN The Associated Landowners of the
Farmers joins ABA NASDAQ Community Bank Index
Farmers joins ABA NASDAQ Community Bank Index CANFIELD Farmers National Banc Corp. is now part
Gas prices across the Midwest are quickly skyrocketing
Gas prices across the Midwest are quickly skyrocketing YOUNGSTOWN Online gas price finder Gas
Two new drilling permits in Columbiana County
Two new drilling permits in Columbiana County The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has
Deer hunt set on Ohio Air Force base
Deer hunt set on Ohio Air Force base DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Arrows will fly through the air at
Ohio city official sees money in weddings
Ohio city official sees money in weddings CINCINNATI (AP) — Here’s a proposal: Cincinnati’s city
Ohio nuclear plant with cracked concrete restarts
Ohio nuclear plant with cracked concrete restarts TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — A nuclear reactor in Ohio is
Group honors Ohio sheriff who led wild animal hunt
Group honors Ohio sheriff who led wild animal hunt ZANESVILLE, Ohio (AP) — A national police
Foundation sees opportunities for Youngstown schools
Foundation sees opportunities for Youngstown schools Youngstown Youngstown schools have a unique
Obama embracing Teddy Roosevelt's middle-class appeal
Obama embracing Roosevelt's middle-class appeal
Recruiting sessions will promote WorkAdvance
Recruiting sessions will promote WorkAdvance YOUNGSTOWN Compass Family & Community Services will
Nearly 60 killed in rare attacks on Afghan Shiites
Nearly 60 killed in rare attacks on Afghan Shiites
SOCIETY DIGEST || Train club schedules holiday open house
Train club schedules holiday open house WARREN Riverside Railroad Train Club, Mahoning Valley’s
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial Alumni Association will meet at 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at Belleria Pizza on McCartney Road
Heather Shaw | Wayne Brusseau
CHAGRIN FALLS Heather Marie Shaw and Wayne Brusseau, both of Brooklyn, N.Y., were united in
Kristie Merlo | John Ruble
YOUNGSTOWN Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church was the setting at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 13 as nuptial vows
Sara Otto | Derek Smith
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA Sara Adene Otto and Derek Allen Smith were married Nov. 12 in Montego Bay,
T.J. Williams | Brad Hauger
NEW YORK Former Youngstown resident Thomas John Williams of Chicago, son of the late Idella Cora
Belinky reduces budget request
Judge Mark Belinky of Mahoning County Probate Court is authorized to spend up to $885,600 from the county’s general fund this year, but he’s asking for only $844,152 from it for 2012.
Howland’s Williams, Harding’s Brown dazzle
Warren Harding’s Anita Brown and Howland High’s Taylor Williams showed why they are among the Valley’s elite basketball players during Monday’s showdown of Trumbull County’s best teams.
YSU women get big test against BGSU
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Three weeks ago, YSU freshman Heidi Schlegel blurted
State stops liquor flow at Austintown’s Go Go
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The Go Go Girls Cabaret is closed — for now.
Closing of mail center is expected next spring
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On a day when the U.S. Postal Service announced
Suspend Dann’s license 6 months, state panel urges
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com COLUMBUS A state disciplinary board is recommending a
Official seeks to merge CSB, JFS
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County Commissioner Dan Polivka says he would
Austintown officials seek replacement levy
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Township trustees say they hope voters will
Trumbull officials plan to OK budget for 2012
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County commissioners and the county auditor are
OK of 2 projects will bring jobs to Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Two state agencies signed off on two projects that will bring more than
Steelers try to stay hot against Browns
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Steelers are playing so well, even coach Mike Tomlin
Brooks fulfilling promise
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On Nov. 18, after a one-point overtime win over UC-
Penguins will be tested early, often in 2012
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Next fall, the Youngstown State football team won’t
Carl Pelini takes over at Fla. Atlantic
Associated Press BOCA RATON, FLA. Carl Pelini helped turn around Nebraska’s defense. He’s now
Big changes coming for NHL
Associated Press PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. NHL officials approved a radical realignment plan Monday
Marlins trying for the big fish
Associated Press DALLAS Jeffrey Loria watched the news conference from the second row, beaming
Griffin among Heisman finalists
Associated Press Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III, Trent Richardson, Tyrann Mathieu and Montee Ball
Cleveland Browns: Team is beaten and bruised
Associated Press BEREA Quarterback Colt McCoy used the handrail as he gingerly walked down the
Youngstown Council mulls spending $50K for off-duty patrols
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City council will consider legislation
Campbell mayor seeks release from emergency
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The mayor says he’ll ask for release from
Judge Rice seeks to replace Judge Stuard
Staff report WARREN Judge Ronald J. Rice of Central District Court in Brookfield has filed
Assault, chase lead to deadly standoff
An apparently troubled marriage that began in 2007 ended Monday afternoon when Keith Jornigan was found dead in a Girard house after attacking his wife earlier in the day.
New planet is in the zone
Associated Press WASHINGTON A newly discovered planet is eerily similar to Earth and is sitting
Unhappy endings
Opinion: By Gemma Vaughan People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Horses haven’t been slaughtered in
Candidates continue filing petitions
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Most incumbents and a few challengers running
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2011. There are 25 days left in the year. Associated
A good pick for OSU
Opinion: A good pick for OSU Steubenville Herald Star: Ohio State took a giant step toward polishing its
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Summit Academy Board, 5:30 p.m., 1150 Tod Ave. SW, Warren. McDonald Village
Unrest knows no boundaries
Opinion: Unrest knows no boundaries The revolution that began in Tunisia that resulted in the removal of
Police probe death
Police probe death new castle, pa. City police are looking for information in a shooting death.
Ex-HP chairwoman Patricia Dunn dies
Ex-HP chairwoman Patricia Dunn dies san jose, calif. Former Hewlett-Packard Co. Chairwoman
EU seeks to save the euro
Associated Press PARIS Seeking to restore confidence in the euro, the leaders of France and
Adultery then and now
Opinion: We live in a bipolar culture. We allow ourselves to be drenched in sexual images in movies, on
Wednesday marks the 70th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which led to
Wednesday marks the 70th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which led to America’s
GOP’s Gingrich: Big declarations, hurdles
Associated Press NEW YORK Surging in opinion polls, a confident Newt Gingrich declared Monday he
Some Volt owners take buyback offer
Detroit Free Press DETROIT General Motors Co. has agreed to repurchase a few Chevrolet Volts as
New Latin American group will fizzle
Opinion: Contrary to Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez’s claim that it’s the most important thing to have
These days, iPads become child’s play
Associated Press NEW YORK Make room in the toy box for the iPad. Crayola allows tots to doodle
For some, the mail still matters
Associated Press NEW YORK Utility bills are paid, legal briefs are filed and the Christmas
Study: Doctors unlikely to say kids too heavy
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Parents can sometimes be clueless about the fact that their kids
Pearl Harbor ceremony set in Hubbard
Pearl Harbor ceremony set in Hubbard HUBBARD The Hubbard Township Police Department and Hubbard
State superintendent calls tune for Youngstown school district
Editorial: If there was any question as to who ultimately is running the Youngstown City School District,
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
Xbox adds control by hand or voice
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Microsoft Corp. is rolling out a new interface for its Xbox game
Energized by hit musical, Frankie Valli plans Sinatra tribute In the spotlight
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com For the last five decades, fans haven’t been able to take
Suspect arraigned in New Castle robbery
Staff report new castle, pa. Police caught a suspect in an armed robbery Monday morning at Long
Rockin’ doctors have musical cure
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Doctors rock! To prove it, six local
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND According to Trumbull County marriage records, Keith and Danielle Jornigan were married
State will review rape kits
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Local law enforcement will be asked to submit sexual-
Our gadgets begin ruling our lives
Opinion: By Lewis W. DIUGUID McClatchy Newspapers A young woman pointed to the seat next to mine on a
Hot Bruins shut down Pens
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Boston Bruins reminded Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins
Gas prices rise
Gas prices rise YOUNGSTOWN Ohio gas prices jumped 8 cents from last week amid a rise in oil
Ticket sale set for Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday for Trans-Siberian
Huge black holes found in monster galaxies
Contra Costa Times WALNUT CREEK, Calif. University of California, Berkeley, astronomers have
Monday, December 5 (85 stories)
Judge Belinky of Mahoning probate court asks for less money in 2012
Judge Belinky of Mahoning probate court asks for less money in 2012
Howland board puts levy back on ballot
Howland board puts levy back on ballot HOWLAND The Howland school board has voted to place a
Pa. House OKs ban on leaving children in casino parking
Pa. House OKs ban on leaving children in casino parking
Judge Ronald J. Rice files to run for Trumbull common pleas court
Judge Ronald J. Rice files to run for Trumbull common pleas court
Ohio authorities unsure how to halt suspended drivers
Ohio authorities unsure how to halt suspended drivers
Dann six-month law suspension recommended
Dann six month law suspension recommended COLUMBUS A state disciplinary board is recommending a
YSU's Brooks earns Horizon League player of the week
YSU's Brooks earns Horizon League player of the week.
Cortland plans Tuesday main water line repair
Cortland plans Tuesday main water line repair CORTLAND The city of Cortland will be performing a
150 new Valley jobs on the way
150 new Valley jobs on the way YOUNGSTOWN Two state agencies signed off on two projects that
Police arrest 3 Occupy protesters near Bowling Green campus
Cops arrest 3 Occupy protesters near Bowling Green campus
EnergyShare applications now available
EnergyShare applications now available Local Ohio Salvation Army offices are now accepting
Youngstown postal center to close in March
Youngstown postal center to close in March YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown’s distribution and processing
SOCIETY DIGEST || Sale of throws is Kiwanis project
Sale of throws is Kiwanis project YOUNGSTOWN At its weekly meeting Friday at the YMCA downtown,
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
Ashley Shuttleworth | Brett Bartholomew
CANFIELD Ashley Shuttleworth of Canfield and Brett Bartholomew of Boardman exchanged wedding vows
Kristy Marapese | Gregory Gustovich
GIRARD A honeymoon in Jamaica followed the Sept. 10 wedding that joined Kristy L. Marapese and
Stacy Croxall | Matthew Lenton
COLUMBIANA Stacy Danelle Croxall became the bride of Matthew Robert Lenton during an afternoon
Lighting event at park attracts many residents
This was the park’s first Christmas lighting ceremony with a tree — an 11-foot Fat Albert Colorado Blue Spruce. For the past 15 years, the park has organized a holiday light display.
Drillers dig in for records
The recorder’s office at the Mahoning County Courthouse resembles the bustling atmosphere of the stock exchange more than the typical librarylike card room.
Steelers stay hot
The Pittsburgh Steelers needed just 15 minutes to provide the Cincinnati Bengals a refresher course on what it takes to win in December.
GM Lordstown plans new ‘flex-time’ hiring
General Motors Co. Lordstown will hire additional workers by the end of the year, but they won’t be the typical full-time, entry-level or temporary employees.
Third reading set to OK clinic in Campbell
By jEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com campbell City council will hear a third reading on
Panel passes McDonald schools’ plea to end emergency
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD The McDonald State Finance and Planning Commission has
Grant to provide new septic systems
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN About 13 Trumbull County homeowners will receive new
YSU’s NewsOutlet wins $62K grant
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The NewsOutlet at Youngstown State University has won a $62,000
Budget aided by more income, less spending
Associated Press COLUMBUS While a national report shows states are struggling to find cash amid
Accord could raise rates for small businesses
Associated Press COLUMBUS A newspaper’s analysis indicates that a proposed agreement between
Postal Service to seal $3B cut
Staff and wire report WASHINGTON Facing bankruptcy, the U.S. Postal Service is pushing ahead
BCS: Good to SEC you again
Associated Press Play it again, LSU and Alabama. The Crimson Tide edged out Oklahoma State in
Ravens, Rice run all over Cleveland
By Tony Grossi Cleveland Plain Dealer CLEVELAND Even a blind squirrel finds the end zone
No. 17 Buckeyes top Oklahoma, improve to 7-0
By Jim Massie The Columbus Dispatch NORMAN, Okla. For three minutes of the second half,
Mooney’s slate pays off
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com After a Gatorade shower, lines of high-fives and hugs, a
Fracking’s effect on roads causes concern
By Spencer Hunt Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS OhioÔøΩ’s shale-drilling boom might beat a path to
OWS just another labor protest
Opinion: By Lachlan Markay McClatchy-Tribune News that two major labor unions will soon co-opt an
Critics: ‘Tough’ sheriff botched sex-crimes cases
Associated Press EL MIRAGE, Ariz. The 13-year-old girl opened the door of her home in this
Ohio St. picked for Gator Bowl
Associated Press JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Urban Meyer’s former and future teams will play in the Gator
Businesses choking on Obamacare
Opinion: LOS ANGELES In 1941, Carl Karcher was a 24-year-old truck driver for a bakery. Impressed by the
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Ellsworth Township Zoning Commission, workshop, 7 p.m., township administration
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Dec. 5, the 339th day of 2011. There are 26 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
bridge
bridge Weekly quiz answers Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x7 uA Q 6 vK J 10 6 wA Q J 10 6
Who is breaking the peace?
Opinion: Who is breaking the peace? (Toledo) Blade: Now that footage of campus police pepper-spraying
Trio who won $245M gives $1M to vets groups
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. A trio of money managers who shared a $254 million Powerball
Gas prices down 9 cents in 2 weeks
Gas prices down 9 cents in 2 weeks CAMARILLO, Calif. The average U.S. price of a gallon of
video game reviews
By Ron Harris Associated Press Microsoft and some third-party companies rolled out some nifty
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Twilight’ stays bright, but Hollywood snoozes LOS ANGELES The latest “Twilight”
Slippery Rock splits with Kutztown
Staff report SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. Devin Taylor scores 26 points and added nine rebounds to lead
Supporters of Nitro’s Law plan rally
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Supporters of Nitro’s Law, a bill to increase criminal penalties against
Officer in stun-gun eye-injury incident retires
Associated Press MEADVILLE, Pa. A northwestern Pennsylvania police sergeant who fired a stun gun
birthdays
birthdays Singer Little Richard is 79. Guitarist J.J. Cale is 73. Opera singer Jose Carreras is
Imaginative holiday ideas Movie buffs’ GIFT GUIDE
By Steven Rea Philadelphia Inquirer Films or collections worth giving this year: “Industrial
SUNDAY’S NHL GAMES
Wild 5, Ducks 3 ANAHEIM, CALIF. Nick Johnson scored the go-ahead goal with 5:31 left in the
Men, women react differently on road
Men, women react differently on road Though it may be open to debate whether men or women are
49ers clinch first trip to playoffs in 9 years
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Vernon Davis pulled on a black “NFC West champions” hat to dress
Legislature should get to work on law to rein in wild animals
Editorial: The Ohio Department of Natural Resources issued a release Oct. 21 on its convening of a Dangerous
Grammy surprise: UK’s Skrillex
By MESFIN FEKADU Associated Press NEW YORK Many people were surprised when the name Skrillex
COLLEGE BASKETBALL | Men’s and women’s top 25
MEN Baylor 69, Northwestern 41 EVANSTON, ILL. Quincy Acy and Pierre Jackson both scored 16
Saints, Brees keep rolling along
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Drew Brees passed for 342 yards and three touchdowns, and the New
Goodin plans to run for Mahoning sheriff
Goodin plans to run for Mahoning sheriff POLAND Poland Police Chief Brian Goodin said he’ll file
Cotto stops Margarito by TKO
Associated Press NEW YORK Fueled by an exuberant crowd, Miguel Cotto targeted the eye. Cotto
Obama defends his faith in America amid GOP critique
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican Mitt Romney accuses President Barack Obama of
2 sought in robberies at Temple University
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia police have identified two men charged with robbing
Millennials should join fray
Opinion: By Lance Dickie Seattle Times I had a blinding insight the other day. Or maybe it was a weird
Few teens text racy photos, research finds
Associated Press CHICAGO Teen sexting of nude photos online or via cellphone may be far less
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 5 concert tours, ranked by average box- office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
FA’s headline winter meetings
Associated Press DALLAS Albert Pujols, Prince Fielder and Jose Reyes could find a landing spot
Federal judge will speak at event
Federal judge will speak at event YOUNGSTOWN The 12th annual “Jabali” African Cultural
Some researchers run slipshod over history, genealogists say
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The specks of paper littering the basement of
Young must learn to live free
Opinion: Young must learn to live free I am so worried that our young people have been brainwashed from
Putin’s party loses support in parliamentary election
Associated Press MOSCOW Prime Minister Vladimir Putin’s party struggled to hang onto its
Vital issues on OWS agenda
Opinion: By Mark Weisbrot McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON The Occupy Wall Street movement that has spread
A sign at the Mahoning County recorder’s office is a not-so-subtle hint to title searchers
A sign at the Mahoning County recorder’s office is a not-so-subtle hint to title searchers seeking
Pivotal week for fate of the euro
Associated Press BRUSSELS Europe’s government-debt crisis, which has dragged on for more than
Sunday, December 4 (109 stories)
Browns run over by Ravens 24-10
Browns run over by Ravens 24-10 CLEVELAND (AP) — Ray Rice rushed for a career-high 204 yards,
Animal advocates for Nitro’s Law to rally in Columbus this week
Animal advocates for Nitro’s Law to rally in Columbus this week Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
400 watch Fat Albert light up in Boardman Park
400 watch Fat Albert light up in Boardman Park By DAVID SKOLNICK SKOLNICK@VINDY.COM BOARDMAN
NewsOutlet at YSU wins second consecutive national grant
NewsOutlet at YSU wins second consecutive national grant Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The
Federal judge to address ‘Jabali’ African cultural event Friday
Federal judge to address ‘Jabali’ African cultural event Friday YOUNGSTOWN The 12th annual
McDonald schools’ panel to Ohio auditor: Free us from fiscal emergency
McDonald schools’ panel to Ohio auditor: Free us from fiscal emergency By MARY SMITH
More taxes, less spending in 2011 aids Ohio state budget
More taxes, less spending in 2011 aids Ohio state budget Associated Press COLUMBUS A state
Title searchers for drilling companies invade county recorder’s offices
Title searchers for drilling companies invade county recorder’s offices By KARL HENKEL and
Three injured in two-car crash in Champion
Three injured in two-car crash in Champion Staff report CHAMPION Three people were injured in
Postal Service to finalize $3B in cuts, closings of 250 processing centers Monday
Postal Service to finalize $3B in cuts, closings of 250 processing centers Monday Associated Press
Iran shoots down US spy plane
Iran shoots down US spy plane Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran’s armed forces have shot
GARDEN CLUBS
TODAY Mignonette is having a Christmas luncheon at 1 p.m. at the home of Pat Reardon. There will
SENIOR CITIZENS
Canfield AARP 3104 will have a meeting and catered luncheon at 1 p.m. Monday at A La Cart Catering
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Mau Mil will meet at noon at StoneBridge Grille on Route 224. TUESDAY Clotilda Club, an
GM Lordstown plans to hire new ‘flex-time’ workers
GM Lordstown plans to hire new ‘flex-time’ workers By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com LORDSTOWN
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Family honors Hrinaks’ 70th anniversary
STRUTHERS Nicolinni’s Restaurant in Boardman was the setting for a dinner Nov. 20 honoring John
Vaths celebrate 50th anniversary at family dinner
YOUNGSTOWN Paul and Phyllis Vath of Youngstown were honored Oct. 15 during a family dinner at the
Open house to mark Brandts’ 50th anniversary
NEW MIDDLETOWN Bill and Kathy Brandt of New Middletown will celebrate their 50th wedding
Mr., Mrs. Kocsis mark 50 years of marriage
YOUNGSTOWN Joe and Geraldine Kocsis of Youngstown marked the 50th anniversary of their wedding
Winter-break childcare at Warren YWCA
The YWCA of Warren will offer licensed winter-break childcare from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, Dec. 19 to Dec. 30, for children in kindergarten through fifth grade.
SOCIETY DIGEST || Author to speak about holiday stress
Author to speak about holiday stress LEETONIA Julia Fuhrman Davis, a Columbiana author and
Podiatrists collecting shoes for needy kids, adults
Podiatric physicians and surgeons with Ankle & Foot Care Centers are asking holiday shoppers to help the area’s less fortunate by buying and donating new pairs of shoes.
Poland voters to decide 3.8-mill levy
Voters will decide an emergency operating levy for Poland schools in March that will generate $1,448,561 annually for five years.
LOUIE MONDAY: Export of American jobs; local leaf collection; busing to Eastwood Mall
Civil defense attorney James Otto will join Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, on Mondahy's show. Otto asks the question, "Where Have All The Jobs Gone?" The shameful truth, he says, is they are still here.
Youngstown veterans court attracts attention, grant
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Municipal Court’s Veterans
Last-second free throw topples Penguins
Staff report DAYTON Wright State’s Armond Battle made a free throw with 1.4 seconds remaining to
Hoover too much for Boardman
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com NORTH CANTON With two trips to state in the past seven
Youngstown marks holiday season with downtown festivities Saturday
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Downtown Youngstown was beginning to
Butler sponsors American Holiday show
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you ask Ruth Jennings how she feels about
Mooney made key play in win
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com CANTON Springfield Shawnee quarterback Brad Jarzab had
Chaney students work to publish book
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Forty Chaney sixth- graders will have their
Phantoms earn split with ’Jacks
Staff report MUSKEGON, Mich. The opponent was the same but the results were different Saturday
Girls basketball roundup
Champion 57, Hubbard 53 CHAMPION Mackenzie Kiser scored 17 points to go with 14 rebounds and
Lawless bike will compete in American Chopper Live
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN One year after breaking the quarter-mile time world record for electric-
Youngstown one stop on global trip for Israeli family
Staff report youngstown Community members will have the opportunity to meet members of the
METRO DIGEST || ‘The New Jim Crow’ author in program Tuesday
‘The New Jim Crow’ YOUNGSTOWN Michelle Alexander, author of “The New Jim Crow: Mass
‘Drag Queen’ returns to Oakland
By LORRAINE WARDLE entertainment@vindy.com Every December for the past six years, a certain drag
METRO DIGEST || Podiatrists collecting shoes for needy
Donate shoes BOARDMAN Podiatric physicians and surgeons with Ankle & Foot Care Centers are
A Youngstown original inspires fundraiser
Holding a copper Good Humor Bar made at Wendell August Forge are owner Will Knecht and employee Chris Fleming. The Mahoning Valley Historical Society has commissioned the bars to raise funds for the society’s projects.
First-place Ravens guarding against a Browns letdown
Associated Press CLEVELAND Because they played on Thanksgiving, the Baltimore Ravens enjoyed a
Casting Crowns stays atop Christian charts
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. Associated Press ATLANTA Four times a week, Mark Hall ministers to
Let young lady take control of her life
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our 16-year-old daughter has said three times over the past two years that
Modern chestnut bowls seem to be unavailable
A Chinese porcelain “chestnut basket” recently was offered for sale at a Virginia auction. We
Legislators must move quickly on new congressional districts
Editorial: Ohio can ill afford the $15 mil- lion it will cost to hold two primary elections in 2012, and it
AFC North showdowns
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Meaningful games in December are nothing new in Pittsburgh, where
State football roundup
DIVISION I Cle. St. Ignatius 34, Pickerington Central 13 CANTON Eric Williams passed for 297
Put to the Test
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard The city’s northside, where antique
Vindy marks new chapter in wedding announcements
Opinion: Atop their marriage license is the number 26338 to give it legitimacy and legality.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Holiday Arts and Crafts Show and Sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Annual
Regional roundup Horizon, MAC, Big Ten
HORIZON LEAGUE Cleveland State 66, Detroit 61 DETROIT Jeremy Montgomery and Tim Kamczyc scored
Apps make sending cards easier
Los Angeles Times SAN FRANCISCO Most people approach the annual rite of sending holiday cards
WikiLeaks founder still fights extradition
WikiLeaks founder still fights extradition LONDON Julian Assange is making what could be a last
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
Johnson passes Tiger at Chevron
Associated Press THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. Tiger Woods lost his three-shot margin with every shot
Johnson’s defense guides Penguins
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. When things were most tense, Carolina had twice as many skaters
Obama: Push Congress to extend tax cut
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama wants voters to get involved in the debate
LSU, ‘Honey Badger’ roll to BCS title game
Associated Press ATLANTA The “Honey Badger” doesn’t care when his team struggles. He just
area college roundup
MEN Westminster 74, Waynesburg 71 WAYNESBURG, PA. Sophomore guard Ben Donlow (Poland) posted
25 die in Syria as defectors fight troops
Associated Press BEIRUT Violence sweeping across Syria killed 25 people Saturday, most of them
Psych interview legal in murder case
Associated Press HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. A judge says an Iraq war veteran wasn’t entitled to a
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, regular meeting, 7 p.m., township administration
Mount Union ousts Wabash
Staff report ALLIANCE Junior running back Jeremy Murray rushed for 152 yards and two touchdowns,
Cain’s suspension of campaign provides new twist in GOP race
Associated Press ATLANTA A defiant Herman Cain suspended his faltering bid for the Republican
Sans Sullinger, Ohio St. rolls past Pan American
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State coach Thad Matta got his 300th career win without his star.
MILESTONES
MILESTONES Doctorate Degree in genetics Nicole Spahich, formerly of Berlin Center, received
Lowbrow culture afflicts us
Opinion: By Jane S. Shaw McClatchy-Tribune As a child perusing my parents’ and grandparents’ libraries
Wisconsin holds off MSU in Big Ten final
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Montee Ball ran for three touchdowns including the decisive 7-yard
Cardinals are champions again
Editorial: Cardinals are champions again Vince Lombardi is popularly mis- quoted as having said winning isn’t
Cavaliers must make decision on Baron Davis
By Jason Lloyd Akron Beacon Journal At some point between now and Christmas, the Cavaliers will
newsmakers
newsmakers Sheen’s ex-wife arrested in Aspen ASPEN, Colo. Police in Aspen say Charlie Sheen’s
Fans can’t get enough ‘Spider-Man’
By MARK KENNEDY AP Drama Writer NEW YORK Christine Antosca is something of a hero to the
MODULAR VS STICK
McClatchy Newspapers NEWPORT NEWS, Va. When Jack and Gina Sheehan wanted to demolish and replace
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Matchup: Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens. Kickoff: Today, 4 p.m., at Cleveland
Third body may be tied to Craigslist
Associated Press COLUMBUS Authorities identified the body of an Ohio man Saturday who could
THE HISTORY Harry Burt’s legacy
Harry Burt created the ice-cream-on-a-stick novelty known as the Good Humor bar in the early 20th
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way Agency, is the local resource for volunteer
HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way Agency, is the local resource for volunteer
AREA LAWMAKERS
A list of addresses and phone numbers for state representatives and senators and Congress members:
“Cupcake wars” (8 p.m., food network): And so, in this holiday season, we ask: Why
“Cupcake wars” (8 p.m., food network): And so, in this holiday season, we ask: Why can’t all our
Does cellphone in bra boost risk?
Q. For convenience, I keep my cellphone on vibrate in my bra. I have heard that you shouldn’t keep
Smaller Queens League keeps rolling
The Camelot Queens League recently completed its first half when most others finished up their first
SDLqWe are Family”
One thing the busy holiday season guarantees is the joy of family get-togethers, as shown in this
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending Nov. 26
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Explosive Eighteen” by Janet Evanovich (Bantam) 2. “2 1 1/22/63” by
Coffee makers are a classic gift
Coffee makers that talk, that brew two different coffees at the same time and that double as single-
birthdays
birthdays Game-show host Wink Martindale is 78. Actor-producer-director Max Baer Jr. (“The
Dancing games are shimmying to success
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES This year, before the pumpkin pie and turkey gravy even hit the
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I am looking for the movie that was on television in the
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 4, the 338th day of 2011. There are 27 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Knee-jerk reactions don’t help
Opinion: Knee-jerk reactions don’t help Rep. Bob Hagan’s demand for all injection well and oil and gas
CAREER PATHS/LIMELIGHT
Youngstown-based Falcon Transport Co., a trucking and transportation company, recently received a
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Guy’s BBQ grand opening Tuesday
Guy’s BBQ grand opening Tuesday YOUNGSTOWN Guy Hughes, a Braceville native and creator of Guy’s
‘Fahrenheit 451’ out as an e-book
Associated Press NEW YORK At age 91, Ray Bradbury is making peace with the future he helped
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. Ever since The Beatles released their first song, I’ve been an avid fan. Fifty
Digital-TV antenna might give a better picture than cable
Q. I have a second home in South Florida and am considering getting rid of my cable service there to
Record reviews
MARKETA IRGLOVA Album: “Anar” (Anti) Grade: B Marketa Irglova’s career began when the Czech-
ADDING BACK SOME EDGE
Associated Press Some ski resorts are turning into junkyards — and snowboarders couldn’t be
TRUMBULL, COLUMBIANA, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts Trumbull County Marriage licenses Eric M. Foley, 30, of 6597 Country Ridge Road,
Area bowling scores
800s Holiday — Eric Hazlett (804) in Belchyk/Action Plumbing Classsic. 700s Amron — Rob
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Samson proves his strength by ... Fetching a gold medal
By JoAnn Jones Special to The Vindicator CANFIELD From the time she was able to talk, Michele
ON CAMPUS | How area FBS locals fared this fall
BIG TEN Indiana DE Ryan Phillis, RFr., Boardman: Played in all 12 games, starting six, and made
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Jackie Cooper “Our Gang” pencil box, image of Jackie on lid, tin, 12 pencils, Wallace Pencil Co.,
Kill 3-High formula for pensions
Opinion: Don’t look for Republicans in Columbus to fast-track legislation dealing with public employees’
Saturday, December 3 (123 stories)
Horse-drawn carriage rides through holiday lights Dec. 9
The Trumbull Junior Fair Board will offer horse-drawn carriage rides to view a holiday light display at the Trumbull County Fairgrounds from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 9.
Butler's popular holiday fine arts sale continues Sunday
If you ask Ruth Jennings how she feels about Christmas, she might say that the holiday is more than it’s cracked up to be.
Doggie Pictures With Santa will help those in need and their pets
Come Stay and Play Pet Resort, 3150 S. Raccoon Road, will have its fourth annual “Doggie Pictures with Santa” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 11 to benefit CHAIN (Community Helping Animals in Need).
Parade, food, rides and visit with Santa kick off Youngstown holiday festivities today
Downtown Youngstown was beginning to look a lot like Christmas this weekend with a holiday parade, festival and tree-lighting ceremony that attracted spectators by the hundreds.
Free movie about Yogi Bear
Trumbull Soil and Water Conservation District kicks off its 2011-2012 Trumbull SWCD Movie Night series with the free movie about the animated character Yogi Bear.
Cold weather program for homeless starts Monday
The Warren Family Mission’s Cold Weather Program for homeless men and women begins Monday.
"The New Jim Crow" author at New Bethel Tuesday
Michelle Alexander, author of “The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness,” will take part in a discussion at New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman Street, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Cain suspends GOP bid for presidency amid allegations of sexual misconduct
Cain suspends GOP bid for presidency amid allegations of sexual misconduct ATLANTA (AP) — The Cain
Garage sale proceeds will aid Easter Seals
Garage sale proceeds will aid Easter Seals WARREN A garage sale to benefit Easter Seals will
Paula Carson | Andrew Chovan
BOARDMAN Paula J. Carson and Andrew M. Chovan were united in marriage Sept. 10 at St. James
Heather Ference | William Ault
YOUNGSTOWN The wedding of Heather Lynn Ference and Christopher William Ault was solemnized by the
Kelly Nelson | Daniel Villanueva
TAMPA, FLA. Kelly Theresa Nelson of Glen Hope, Pa., and Daniel Luis Villanueva of Fort Myers,
Kristie Culp | Lance Gross
canfield Kristie Culp and Lance Gross, both of Avon, Ohio, exchanged wedding vows May 28 at Old
Caroline Thickel | Stephen Kline
DAYTON The Church of the Holy Angels was the site where Caroline Louise Thickel of Oakwood, Ohio,
Puppy mill bill still stalled in Ohio House
The chairman of a state Senate committee considering long-debated legislation to regulate Ohio’s dog breeders said he would take no further action on the bill unless the two sides of the issue make headway on a compromise.
Boardman man's recipe is a winner
A township man’s recipe for maple syrup-infused granola is a bona fide winner.
All 7 Amish charged in beard assaults stay jailed until trial
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN All seven Amish men charged federally with
MOONEY IS STATE CHAMP FOR 8TH TIME
The Cardinal Mooney football season ended exactly where it started.
Cardinals too physical for Shawnee
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com CANTON Had Shawnee scored a touchdown in the final minutes
Youngstown's Arms Museum displays many faces of Santa
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For someone who breaks into houses and sneaks
Beer fest planned at Covelli Centre
More than 75 breweries will participate in the third annual Big Tap In Real Craft Beer Festival set for April 21 at the Covelli Centre, the event’s organizer said.
McDonald’s record streak ends at 63
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com mcDonald Last year’s head coach was gone, last year’s starting
Kissy Bear, rescued from Berlin Center, needs loving home
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Lordstown The only surviving dog of 29 recovered by local
Lumberjacks extend Phantoms’ skid to two
Staff report MUSKEGON, Mich. The Youngstown Phantoms’ scoring woes continued on Friday as the
Sharp shooting helps lift Struthers
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com CAMPBELL The Struthers Wildcats relish the opportunity to shoot
Kasich taps Valley GOP leader for racing panel
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As the newest member of the Ohio State Racing
LaBrae impressive in opener
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com LEAVITTSBURG From the opening minutes of Friday night’s game,
Dog-breeding bill still awaiting compromise in Ohio Senate
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The chairman of a state Senate committee considering
Ohio group wants ban on owning wild animals
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A state group appointed by Gov. John Kasich wants the
Boardman man's granola recipe is winner
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN A township man’s recipe for maple syrup-infused
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Tiger Woods builds big lead
Associated Press THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. Tiger Woods knows he’s playing better than he has in the
Students learn meaning of Veteran’s Day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Hilltop Elementary School got a special visit
Prayer service set
Prayer service set YOUNGSTOWN St. Elizabeth Health Center will wrap up its yearlong 100th
Party to push for Islamist Egypt
Associated Press CAIRO Anticipating a strong presence in the new Egyptian parliament,
Pakistan should temper statements about the U.S.
Editorial: The idea that NATO’s accidental bombing of two military posts in Pakistan reflected a deliberate
Austintown briefs
Kayak the river Experienced kayakers are invited to partner with the Trumbull Canoe Trails, a
Submit details on holiday services
Submit details on holiday services The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are
Browns’ Peyton Hillis is having fun again
Associated Press BEREA Peyton Hillis’ dramatic season has taken another sudden turn — in a
Poland Seminary High School Honor Roll
High Honors GRADE 9 Daniel Barrett Kraig Barth Hannah Bass Kassidy Bickley Bailey
Austintown sports briefs
Penguin baseball camp is Dec. 29 The Youngstown State baseball staff will host a camp for boys and
newsmakers
newsmakers Experts: Painting is a Rembrandt AMSTERDAM The leading authority on Rembrandt says
Canfield briefs
Benefit concert at Canfield High School Canfield High School will host a concert to benefit the
Canfield High School Honor Roll
Seniors - High Honors (3.75–4.0) Alyssa Aprea Caroline Bennett Christopher Blaney Molly
Kayak the river
Kayak the river Experienced kayakers are invited to partner with the Trumbull Canoe Trails, a
Boardman Center Middle School Honor Roll
High Honor Roll GRADE 5 Riley Adamowicz Augustino Arcuri Emma Arduin Andrew Beichner Lauren
Boardman briefs
Wollet achieves financial adviser honor Financial adviser Harry J. Wollet, located at 755
Austintown Middle School Honor Roll
GRADE 6 Makinna Amendol Hunter Amendolea Cyle Anderson Lauren Armes Elizabeth Askey McKenzie
West Boulevard Elementary Honor Roll
High Honor Roll GRADE 3 Room 205 - Mrs. Friedrich Marli Dearden James Jama Max Matlack
Canfield sports briefs
Cards goalie breaks state saves record Canfield hockey goalie Roger Geiser broke the OHSAA career
Jobless rate lowest since 2009
Associated Press WASHINGTON The unemployment rate, which has refused to budge from the 9 percent
Canfield schools earn high public school ranking
The Canfield school district recently earned a ranking of No. 51 out of 611 public school districts
Boardman sports briefs
Junior varsity girls win season opener The Boardman girls junior varsity basketball team began the
Poland sports briefs
Poland boys basketball tickets on sale The Poland High School athletic department will be selling
“it’s a wonderful liFe” (8 p.m., nbc): Yes, you’ve seen it a million times,
“it’s a wonderful liFe” (8 p.m., nbc): Yes, you’ve seen it a million times, but let us remind you
Criticism of Gingrich proper
Opinion: The Brunswick (Ga.) News: Former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich (of Georgia) is coming under a lot
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “The Nutcracker,” 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.: Ballet Western Reserve
Cedar Point, K’NEX seek submissions for contest
Staff report sandusky, Ohio Cedar Point amusement park is teaming up with K’NEX to bring school
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x7 uA Q 6 vK J 10 6 wA Q J 10 6 The
With Valley, Verizon 4G LTE will reach 200M people
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN When Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network makes its debut in the Mahoning
Ursuline honors distinguished alumni
Staff report youngstown The 24th annual Ursuline Distinguished Alumni Awards were presented at
Labor report is a glimmer of good news for Obama
Associated Press WASHINGTON Finally, a flicker of economic hope for President Barack Obama and
Why is it so hard to make money on an airline?
Associated Press NEW YORK Airlines may defy the law of gravity, but they can’t ignore math.
Chasing away the rainbow
Opinion: WASHINGTON Women are forced to board public buses from the back and stay there. Billboards with
Georgetown University course studies Jay-Z’s lyrics Rap-ology 101
By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON Michael Eric Dyson parses Jay-Z’s lyrics as if
Wild animals in crosshairs
Opinion: COLUMBUS Sounds like the Statehouse battle over the private ownership of bears, wolves and tigers
‘Twilight’ scene sparks a rash of seizures
Baltimore Sun BALTIMORE Shaking, sweating and swooning are par for the course among the
Faith forges new friends
Like Muslim extremists today, a young Japanese ideologue was driven by the belief that America must
Academic Decathlon
Staff report youngstown Last month, students from Youngstown Christian School competed against
RIM writes off value of tablet inventory
RIM writes off value of tablet inventory NEW YORK Research In Motion Ltd., the struggling maker
LIGHT OF LUCIA
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com boardman For 40 years, the St. Lucia breakfast and
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2011. There are 28 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Cotto, Margarito still fighting old battles as they square off
Associated Press NEW YORK Miguel Cotto and Antonio Margarito have sold out Madison Square
Two new members elected to NEOMED board
Staff report rootstown Two new members recently were elected to the Northeast Ohio Medical
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Chad and Kimberly Vodhanel, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 1. David
GRADS LIST
The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: PENN STATE, all
birthdays
birthdays Singer Andy Williams is 84. Director Jean-Luc Godard is 81. Singer Jaye P. Morgan
NBA adds 2 games on Christmas
Associated Press NEW YORK Oklahoma City will host Orlando before Blake Griffin and the Los
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: 2012 GOP presidential
Many area men grew beards to bring attention to men’s cancer issues.
Many area men grew beards to bring attention to men’s cancer issues. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
We haven’t had it easy all year and we sure as heck weren’t expecting it to be easy this
We haven’t had it easy all year and we sure as heck weren’t expecting it to be easy this week.”
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these people on these charges this week:
Mars, Pa., man pleads guilty to sex charges
Staff report CLEVELAND A 41-year-old Mars, Pa., man has pleaded guilty to federal sex charges.
Three file to run for county commissioner
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Three candidates for a Mahoning County
Badgers, Spartans ready for rematch
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS When Mark Dantonio took the Michigan State job in 2007, he had a
Black men seek community solutions
Opinion: I received an email that had this statement in its subject line: “Black Men Across America
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John H. Strudwick, 27, of 209 Edna St., Poland, and
Georgia goes for upset of LSU
Associated Press ATLANTA Given little chance to knock off the nation’s top-ranked team, Georgia
Man pleads guilty to second murder
Associated Press DAYTON A prosecutor says an Ohio man convicted of fatally shooting his
Honda announces global recall
Honda announces global recall TOKYO Honda Motor Co. is recalling 304,000 vehicles globally for
Weathersfield to try bond issue again
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE With the Nov. 8 bond issue failing by just 16
Mount Union faces Wabash
Staff report ALLIANCE Mount Union, ranked No. 2 by d3football.com, plays host to No. 9 Wabash
Cain to announce today whether he’ll continue campaign
Associated Press ATLANTA Rapidly becoming a mere footnote in the presidential race, Herman Cain
Expelled from UK, Iranian diplomats arrive home
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iranian diplomats expelled from London in retaliation for
Kirtland, Trotwood win titles
Staff report MASSILLON The Kirtland defense continued its dominating playoff ways, defeating
Austintown man collapses during sentencing for rape
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 38-year-old man standing before a judge
METRO DIGEST || Judge’s car crushed in courthouse crash
Courthouse crash WARREN Police charged Rose M. Pruneski, 45, of Willow Creek Drive Southeast
Northern Illinois rallies to beat OU
Associated Press DETROIT Mathew Sims kicked a 33-yard field goal on the final play to cap a
TV’s ‘America’s Most Wanted’ focuses on Falls murder case
Staff report NEWTON FALLS The television program “America’s Most Wanted” Friday featured the
Mullen: No talks with PSU
Associated Press STARKVILLE, Miss. Mississippi State coach Dan Mullen insists he hasn’t been
Michigan governor takes steps for state to take over Detroit
Associated Press DETROIT The idea is extreme, even in a city accustomed to fighting for
Aussie ruling party backs gay marriage
Associated Press SYDNEY Australia’s ruling party voted today to endorse same-sex marriage, a
WEATHERSFIELD Trustees suspend police officer
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township trustees suspended Patrolman
JJ Brothers visit North Elementary
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The literary duo who calls itself the JJ Brothers is no
Watson first-graders reenact first Thanksgiving
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Little Pilgrims and Indians lined the first-grade hall of
Cardinal Mooney students feed families
Students at Cardinal Mooney High School spent the month of November collecting food and staples to
Craft show benefits AMS students
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Even after 28 years, the Austintown Middle School PTA Craft
St. Christine’s students learn Thanksgiving history on the farm
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Although Thanksgiving is definitely about food, fun and family,
Fitch students attend Interact conference
On Nov. 13, five members of the Fitch Interact club with their adviser, Gary Reel, attended the
Stadium Drive honors history of Thanksgiving
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The familiar smells of turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes wafted
Boardman churches unite for Thanksgiving service
Several Boardman churches united at Bethel Lutheran Church for prayer, song and thanksgiving in the
Kindergartners act out first Thanksgiving
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com To have her kindergartners learn about Thanksgiving, St. Charles
Canine Companions visit West Elementary
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Two friendly dogs visited West Boulevard Elementary with their
St. Christine’s students learn Thanksgiving history
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Although Thanksgiving is definitely about food, fun and family,
Canfield youth wrestlers battle the best
The Canfield Wrestling Club recently opened its season at the “Clash of the Titans” tournament in
Canfield hockey team leans on senior leadership
The Canfield Cardinals high school hockey team is coming off a 9-19-1 season and will be led by a
Canfield students participate in Boys State
Seniors Jared Hofsess and Aly Saleh were selected to represent Canfield High School at Buckeye Boys
Lemonade stand teaches second-graders gratitude
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For more than 10 years, the second-graders at Dobbins Elementary
Shepherd resident’s dream comes true
Shepherd of the Valley, knows you’re never too old to dream, which is why the SOV-Poland staff
Friday, December 2 (124 stories)
Can you give Kissy Bear a special home?
The only surviving dog of 29 recovered by local animal agencies during a raid in Berlin Center needs someone special to give her a home.
MOONEY CLAIMS 8TH TITLE
Members of the Cardinal Mooney football team, including, from left, senior Joe Deniro (6), coach P.J. Fecko and Roosevelt Griffin (3) hold the Division III state championship trophy following the Cardinals’ 21-14 win over Springfield Shawnee on Friday at Fawcett Stadium in Canton.
Judson Avenue man arrested in shootings of mom, son
Police have arrested a 22-year-old East Judson Avenue man in the Nov. 23 shootings of a of a woman and her son in their Oakwood Avenue apartment on the West Side.
Lifetime special on Newton Falls fugitive Claudia Hoerig at 9 tonight
Tonight’s episode of “America’s Most Wanted” on the Lifetime channel will feature the search for Claudia Hoerig, the woman accused of killing her husband, Karl, in their Newton Falls home in 2007. It airs at 9 p.m.
Mahoning County GOP chairman selected for Ohio State Racing Commission
Mahoning County GOP chairman selected for Ohio State Racing Commission
Pa. man pleads guilty to fed sex charges involving Beaver Twp. girl
Pa. man pleads guilty to fed sex charges involving Beaver Twp. girl
MOONEY CARDINALS ARE STATE CHAMPS!
The Mooney Cardinals defeated the Springfield Shawnee Braves 21-14 to win the Division III state title
MOONEY CHAMPIONSHIP: GAME OVER MOONEY 21-Shawnee 14
MOONEY CHAMPIONSHIP: GAME OVER MOONEY 21-Shawnee 14
Austintown man sentenced to 15 years in prison for child rape
Austintown man sentenced to 15 years in prison for child rape
MOONEY CHAMPIONSHIP: 2:32 Mooney's Carmen Lanzo breaks up a Brad Jarzab third down pass.
MOONEY CHAMPIONSHIP:
20 minutes to kickoff/Mooney students ready
20 minutes to kickoff/Mooney students ready CANTON Cardinal Mooney students put on red-and-gold
Honda announces global recall for air-bag problems
Honda announces global recall for air-bag problems
45 minutes to kickoff/Baby, it’s cold outside
45 minutes to kickoff/Baby, it’s cold outside CANTON Some state football championships are
St. Elizabeth Health Center has special event Wednesday
St. Elizabeth Health Center has special event Wednesday
OSHP seizes $36K worth of cocaine in Licking County
OSHP seizes $36K worth of cocaine in Licking County
NH man sentenced for killing wife; she strangled their son
NH man sentenced for killing wife; she strangled their son
Violent deaths of dad, woman shake rural Ohio community
Violent deaths of dad, woman shake rural Ohio community
Ohio homeowner captures thief, ties hands and feet
Ohio homeowner captures thief, ties hands and feet
Unemployment rate falls to lowest since March 2009
Unemployment rate falls to lowest since March 2009
Rapist collapses in court but is sent to prison
Rapist collapses in court but is sent to prison YOUNGSTOWN A 38-year-old Austintown man
Holiday activities set in North Jackson
Holiday activities set in North Jackson NORTH JACKSON The township Administration Building will
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Tri-Gold Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Dec. 14 at
Santa Claus arrives in Austintown
By Elise Franco Efranco@vindy.com Austintown Santa Claus came to Austintown just in time for
Sheriff Wellington seeks $7M budget hike for jails, raises, vehicles
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Sheriff Randall A.
Mooney looks to add another state crown
Way back in the blistering heat of the summer, 120 Division III high school football teams began practicing for the season.
DiDomenico, Mooney pressure Springfield for season-opening win
By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On the first day of December Jamie DiDomenico
Details of YSU shale program discussed
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University trustees learned
Phantoms surrender late goal before falling in shootout to Sioux Falls
Phantoms surrender late goal before falling in shootout to Sioux Falls By TOM WILLIAMS
Ruling keeps Patriot Water project afloat
The Ohio Environmental Review Appeals Commission ruled Thursday that the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency did not prove that it unlawfully granted Patriot Water Treatment LLC and Warren permits for brine-water disposal.
YSU tops Detroit in Horizon opener
Staff report detroit Senior DuShawn Brooks scored a career-high 24 points and led the
Fund drive to finish documentary on Traficant tops its $25K goal
By AMANDA C. DAVIS news@vindy.com With hours to spare, donors came through to raise more than
Bobby, Brenoel ignite Poland
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com POLAND One thing worried Poland High girls basketball coach
Austintown woman's message to Marines: You are remembered
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN “Joy to the world ... especially to you.”
Fitch surges to greet Jefferson with a defeat
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN After a slow start, the Fitch High girls basketball
Hearing delayed in Occupy Youngstown case
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A postponed preliminary-injunction hearing to
Homeless Walk in Youngstown raises awareness
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Frigid temperatures and a gray sky
Transit board seeks levy in Trumbull County
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Members of the Trumbull County Transit Board have asked
Talented teen lone harpist in Youngstown Symphony Youth Orchestra
Sarah Clark, 15, of Hubbard has earned distinction as the only harpist to perform in the Youngstown Symphony Youth Orchestra. The YSYO performs Sunday at Powers Auditorium.
Penguins beat Capitals to keep Hunter winless
Associated Press washington Locked in a defensive struggle against their bitter rivals, the
Is China’s slowdown good or bad news?
Opinion: By Lei Chen McClatchy-Tribune Some people see the recent slowdown in the Chinese economy as good
Preserve public’s access to information on sheriff’s sales
Editorial: At a time when, unfortunate- ly, the number of foreclosures and sheriff’s sales are increasing,
Cain’s run all but over
Associated Press ATLANTA Herman Cain still is campaigning for president. But by most measures,
Cribbs: I’m sick & tired of losing
Associated Press berea The losses have been piling up, one on top of the other, for seven
Hagan stands in way of progress
Opinion: Hagan stands in way of progress Much like putting the ki- bosh on the resort developers who wanted
Free clothing
Free clothing West Side Community Center, 304 Matta Ave., Youngstown, free clothing for men,
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Liberty Township Neighborhood Watch, 12:30 p.m., township administration
Last-second field goals lifts W. Virginia past S. Florida
Associated Press Tampa, fla. Tavon Austin returned a kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown, Pat
METRO DIGEST || Small fire breaks out at GM plant
Small fire breaks out at GM plant LORDSTOWN A small fire broke out at the General Motors Co.
Cruze sales up 54% from Nov. ’10
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com LORDSTOWN Today is the final day of the General Motors Co.
Lynch’s two TDs help carry Seahawks past Philadelphia
Associated Press seattle Marshawn Lynch ran for 148 yards and a pair of first-half touchdowns
Biden: Troops’ sacrifices allowed Iraq war to end
Associated Press CAMP VICTORY, Iraq As Iraqi flags were raised in what once was a giant U.S.
Railroad strike averted with agreements, extension
Associated Press WASHINGTON The nation’s freight- railroad industry has averted a costly strike
Steelers’ Wallace looking ordinary
Associated Press pittsburgh Pittsburgh wide receiver Mike Wallace was already thinking about
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.92 +-.02 Avalon
oddly enough
oddly enough Iowa town auctioning off right to name creek KALONA, Iowa One Iowa town is
Cavaliers trying to re-sign Parker
Associated Press independence Chris Grant doesn’t even know Cleveland’s abbreviated 66-game NBA
Austintown seeks replacement of police levy
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Township trustees approved a resolution asking
Regional college basketball roundup | Thursday’s results
HORIZON Cleveland State 45, Wright State 43 FAIRBORN Ursuline High graduate D’Aundray Brown
Retailers report strong sales in November
Associated Press NEW YORK Oh what a difference a weekend can make. Shoppers taking advantage
Has U.S. seen its best days?
Opinion: The Redcoats are coming! The Redcoats are coming! Remember what your elementary school teacher
Holiday shoppers have choice of 2 craft shows Saturday in Canfield
Staff report canfield Two schools offer shoppers crafty gift ideas this weekend. The senior
METRO DIGEST || Road closing
Road closing YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners have voted to close Lanterman Road
Pizza lobby delivers
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OthersWords How small-minded is Congress? How tangled-up in a right-wing
Egypt’s overbearing military
Opinion: Egypt’s overbearing military Los Angeles Times: Last week’s protests in Cairo and Monday’s
Syfy’s ‘Neverland’ mixes action, ideas
By Diane Werts Newsday “Neverland,” airing at 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday on Syfy, is a rip-
Betras will support archrival Hanni
Opinion: Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras finds himself in an uncomfortable situation.
‘Columbiana’s Christmas’ returns with a few surprises
Staff report COLUMBIANA Crown Theater Productions will present “Finding Columbiana’s Christmas”
Poland schools to seek levy
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Voters will decide an emergency operating levy for
“Starving Secrets With Tracey Gold” (10 p.m., lifetime): “Starving Secrets With
“Starving Secrets With Tracey Gold” (10 p.m., lifetime): “Starving Secrets With Tracey Gold” is a
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 2, the 336th day of 2011. There are 29 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “In the Spirit of Christmas,” 7:30 p.m.: Three one-act plays, each
Hagan seeks hearings on fracking
State Rep. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, penned an open letter to Ohio House Speaker William Batchelder asking for hearings about fracking.
Fracking protesters vow to fight charges in court
Seven people opposed to the fracking process had to come up with cash to get out of jail after being charged in the blocking of a water- disposal truck at a city business this week.
Cheese quesadilla, twisted fries, two sides, milk
Cheese quesadilla, twisted fries, two sides, milk Cocca’s pizza, french fries, two sides, milk
Go & Do
TOday Comedy Dat Phan, with Chad Zumock and Rob Morick, 8 p.m., Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St.,
Missing statue found
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com youngstown The Kneeling Girl fountain statue has been
‘Spirit of Christmas’
Victorian Players update holiday one-acts Staff report Youngstown The Victorian Players’
Foot long hot dog/bun, french fries, fruit, milk
Foot long hot dog/bun, french fries, fruit, milk Chicken nuggets, buttermilk biscuit, bu peas,
Chicken patty sandwich, salad, strawberries
Chicken patty sandwich, salad, strawberries Sloppy Joe sandwich, potato, winter mix with cheese,
Pepperoni roll, green beans, carrot sticks with Ranch dip, peaches
Pepperoni roll, green beans, carrot sticks with Ranch dip, peaches Chicken nuggets, baked
Chicken sandwich, potatoes, peaches, kid’s mix, milk, Salad Bar, bag lunch available
Chicken sandwich, potatoes, peaches, kid’s mix, milk, Salad Bar, bag lunch available Ham and
Nacho grande (beef), salsa/sour cream, bu corn, fruit, milk
Nacho grande (beef), salsa/sour cream, bu corn, fruit, milk French toast sticks, turkey sausage,
Chicken sandwich, potatoes, peaches, kid’s mix, milk, Salad Bar, bag lunch available
Chicken sandwich, potatoes, peaches, kid’s mix, milk, Salad Bar, bag lunch available Ham and
Saturday, Dec. 3
Saturday, Dec. 3 Boys wrestling Varsity at Lake Duals, 9 a.m. Junior varsity at Lake Duals, 9
Saturday, Dec. 3
Saturday, Dec. 3 Varsity wrestling Poland at Boardman Duals, 10 a.m. Boys and girls swimming
Saturday, Dec. 3
Saturday, Dec. 3 Varsity wrestling Varsity at Justin Walsh Duals, 9 a.m. JV at Uniontown Lake,
Pepperoni roll, green beans, carrot sticks with Ranch dip
Pepperoni roll, green beans, carrot sticks with Ranch dip Pizza, cucumbers with Ranch dip,
Pepperoni roll, green beans, carrot sticks with Ranch dip, peaches
Pepperoni roll, green beans, carrot sticks with Ranch dip, peaches Chicken nuggets, baked
Cheeseburger, french fries, two sides, milk
Cheeseburger, french fries, two sides, milk Cocca’s pizza, french fries, two sides, milk Bosco
Thursday, December 1 (106 stories)
LOUIE TODAY: Rally for Nitro, Editor Todd, 'Fixing America' and life with cancer
Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, will be joined today by local activist Dana Donnelly, who will talk about a rally next Wednesday at statehouse for Nitro's Law, which has been stalled in the House criminal justice committee all year.
Austintown Trustee Dave Ditzler to run for Mahoning Co. commissioner
Ditzler to run for Mahoning Co. commissioner
Patriot Water in Warren gets favorable state ruling
Patriot Water in Warren gets favorable state ruling
Traffic stop leads OSHP to meth lab in Lancaster motel
Traffic stop leads OSHP to meth lab in Lancaster motel
Injunction hearing on Occupy Youngstown postponed
Injunction hearing on Occupy Youngstown postponed YOUNGSTOWN A preliminary-injunction hearing
Accused fracking protesters held on high bonds
Accused fracking protesters held on high bonds YOUNGSTOWN Seven people opposed to the
Cruze sales 54 percent higher than a year ago
Cruze sales 54 percent higher than a year ago LORDSTOWN General Motors Co. sold 13,238
LOUIE TODAY: Ending addiction, V-Grip, Jimbo film, World AIDS Day
French cardiologist Oliver Ameisen will update Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, on his successful use of baclofen, an inexpensive generic drug, in the treatment of addiction.
North Carolina couple plan rite in New Middletown
POLAND The parents of Keri McIntyre of Charlotte, N.C., are announcing the engagement of their
Laura Murray, James Ehret set wedding date
Margaret Murray of Poland announces the engagement and upcoming marriage of her daughter, Laura J.
Craft show Saturday
Craft show Saturday NORTH LIMA A Crafting Affair craft sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 7
Warren schools chief: No more excuses
Superintendent Bruce Thomas says there is a “cultural shift” going on in the Warren City Schools that is hard on the school district’s 800 employees, but it’s a shift that has to take place if student achievement is going to improve.
Balanced Penguins rout MAC-member W. Michigan
With about a minute left in the most lopsided win for the Youngstown State women’s basketball team in five years, the Penguin pep band started to feel a little frisky.
Amish suspects to stay in jail after Youngstown hearing
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A U.S. magistrate has ordered that four
Fawcett Stadium has been winning venue for Mooney
The Shawnee Braves will travel 178 miles for a three-hour trip from Springfield to Canton on Friday for their first Division III state championship appearance.
3 Mahoning Valley athletes earn special AP honors
Staff report Jesse Curry of Ursuline, Kaevon Green of Youngstown Christian and Jeff Clegg of
Jury hands up more indictments to Beemers, accused of raping their baby
Staff report WARREN A Trumbull County grand jury has handed up additional indictments against a
Phantoms players notice a change as wins are piling up
Winning frequently has changed the atmosphere swirling above the Covelli Centre ice.
Austintown students learn dangers of ‘sexting’
Students learned Wednesday that “sexting” can have serious ramifications.
Austintown brothel case will go to grand jury
Staff report Austintown The case against a township woman accused of running a brothel will be
Campbell chief investigates police-dog incident
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The city’s police chief is looking into how his
Warren woman describes threats and violence in her neighborhood
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Tiffanne Goncz says it was upsetting when a young man
Seeking less to run Mahoning County 911 center
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County’s emergency management
YSU, VAM put wham in chamber shale show
Bill Snyder of Marietta tries his hand at a virtual welder at the Youngstown Ohio Utica and Natural Gas conference Wednesday at the Covelli Centre.
Wilson plans to seek US House seat he lost
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN About a year after losing his re-election bid,
Public-speaking phobia dissolves with herbs
Q. I have been a middle-school teacher for 37 years. I have never had a problem speaking to my
ABBA and Bee Gees tribute bands — A surprisingly good pair
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com There’s a seemingly surreal feeling associated when
Ballroom dancers spice up ‘Nutcracker’
Ballet Western Reserve’s annual production of “The Nutcracker” is a holiday staple, but that doesn’t
Meet Fat Albert, Boardman’s 1st community Christmas tree
For the first time in township history, Boardman joins its neighbors that have community Christmas trees.
Central banks’ move exhilarates Wall Street
Associated Press A move by the world’s central banks to lower the cost of borrowing exhilarated
Go & Do
today Onstage “Yuletide Jamboree,SDRq 7 p.m., by 34West Theater Company, Dutch Village Inn, 150
Antonio Margarito doesn’t care what others think
By Lance Pugmire Los Angeles Times NEW YORK At this point, Antonio Margarito realizes he’s not
Woods feels better about swing
Associated Press THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. Tiger Woods barely qualified for his own tournament at
Kenton quarterback Mauk wins Mr. Football award
Associated Press When Kenton coach Mike Mauk discusses his son Maty’s record-setting career, he
NBA teams talking business
Associated Press NEW YORK These are the kinds of negotiations NBA fans have been waiting for.
GOP: Cuts must accompany Social Security tax relief
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican congressional leaders stressed a willingness Wednesday to
Ohio State women need OT to beat Fla. State
Associated PRess COLUMBUS Tayler Hill had a career-high 31 points, including five in overtime,
Ex-Colo. sheriff accused of offering meth for sex
Associated Press CENTENNIAL, Colo. The ex-Colorado sheriff was known for his no-nonsense style,
Valentine to take control of Bosox
Associated Press BOSTON Players eating fried chicken and drinking beer in the clubhouse during
Canfield board: No school levy on March ballot
By CHRISTINE KEELING ckeeling@vindy.com CANFIELD Canfield voters will not see a school levy on
FAA: Changes are coming to prevent tarmac delays
Associated Press WASHINGTON Administration officials promised Wednesday to make changes before
First Penn State-Sandusky lawsuit is filed
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky
Browns, McCoy prepare for fierce pass rush from Ravens
Associated Press BEREA The Ravens are feasting on quarterbacks this season. Colt McCoy’s the
What’s going on in Hubbard?
Opinion: What’s going on in Hubbard? Hubbard should change its name to “Cover Up, Ohio.” We are being
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.90 +0.37 Avalon
Bridge replacement
Bridge replacement WARREN In about two years, construction is likely to begin on replacement of
After raids, Wall Street protesters switch tactics
Associated Press NEW YORK The overnight police raids in Philadelphia and Los Angeles that
Don’t praise potty-mouth tweeter
Opinion: WASHINGTON Emma Sullivan, you’re lucky you’re not my daughter. (Dangerous sentence, I know: My
Lawrence officials OK funds for senior shopping program
By MARY grzebieniak news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. A program to help senior citizens remain
Obama should pursue his idea to expose Congress’ hypocrisy
Editorial: Republicans in Congress have been unified in their criticism of Democratic President Barack Obama
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Weathersfield Township trustees, special meeting, 8:30 a.m., township hall. The
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Following June, 7 p.m.
Racial preferences harmful
Opinion: WASHINGTON The Supreme Court faces a discomfiting decision. If it chooses, as it should, to hear a
Mouse study offers hope in HIV fight
Mouse study offers hope in HIV fight NEW YORK As scientists struggle to find a vaccine to
Man pleads innocent in burglary case
Staff report NILES Keith A. Sweitzer, 29, of North Chestnut Street, pleaded innocent Wednesday
Britain orders Iranian envoys out of country
Associated Press LONDON Britain ordered all Iranian diplomats out of the U.K. within 48 hours
No input from school districts
Opinion: Tulsa (Okla.) World: The state Board of Education recently approved a set of emergency rules to
newsmakers
newsmakers Kanye upstages Adele with 7 Grammy nods Adele scored six Grammy nominations on
Steubenville legislator to replace JasonWilson in Ohio state Senate
Steubenville legislator to replace JasonWilson in Ohio state Senate By DAVID SKOLNICK
HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS A sampling of local holiday events: TODAY 6:45 p.m.: Austintown Christmas
Liberty panel lists cutbacks
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Liberty’s fiscal commission provided
Ohio bill increases criminal penalties for Internet scams
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Scam artists who prey on unsuspecting grandparents would
oddly enough
oddly enough Flying squirrel invades New Jersey emergency room RAHWAY, N.J. Firefighters were
birthdays
birthdays Singer Billy Paul is 77. Actor-director Woody Allen is 76. Singer Dianne Lennon of the
New brain-tumor vaccine testing shows promise Turning a fatal disease into a chronic illness
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The University of Miami has begun recruiting volunteers for the study. A patient
Life-saving classes
Life-saving classes BOARDMAN The American Red Cross of Northern Ohio is offering its Adult 1st
“cma country christmas” (9 p.m., abc): Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland returns to host
“cma country christmas” (9 p.m., abc): Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland returns to host “CMA Country
How important is the political center?
Opinion: It used to be common for people to urge us to learn ”the lessons of history.” But history gets much
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Dec. 1, the 335th day of 2011. There are 30 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Pancreatic-cancer vaccine shows promise
By Lindy Washburn The Record (Hackensack N.J.) A vaccine injected directly into a pancreatic
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Sherlock Holmes and the West End Horror,SDRq Victorian Players Theater, 702
Ballet puts new moves in familiar ‘Nutcracker’
Staff report Youngstown Nearly 100 Ballet Western Reserve students will be joined by other area
SPECIAL EVENTS
SPECIAL EVENTS Metropolitan Opera: “Rodelinda” Tinseltown: Sat. 12:30 p.m St. Olaf Christmas
‘Drag Queen’ returns with some new songs
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Oakland Center for the Arts and the Rust Belt Theater Company will
Tree lighting to cap holiday fest
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The city’s annual holiday festival will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Youngstown police arrest 7 fracking protesters
While thousands learned about the Utica Shale industry inside the Covelli Centre, Youngstown police arrested seven environmental protesters on the city’s West Side.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Agency logs 5,000 credit complaints
Agency logs 5,000 credit complaints WASHINGTON In its first three months of operation, the
Home invasion turns deadly on East Side
The mother of the city’s most recent homicide victim said her son was not targeted but simply came home when armed thieves invaded the family home.
Literacy with laughs
Akron authors captivated a young audience with hi-jinks and humor. The auditorium at Lloyd Elementary was filled with laughter Wednesday as kindergarten-through-third-grade students learned the joys of reading and writing during a performance by Jon and Jim Hixson of J.J. Brothers.
Warren police probe death
Police are investigating a death that followed a shooting after midnight Wednesday at a restaurant and tavern on Youngstown Road.
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