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Husband: Giffords would be OK with flight decision
Husband: Giffords would be OK with flight decision
Suspect in Boardman bank robbery to be returned here next week
Suspect in Boardman bank robbery to be returned here next week
Pay raises debated between Youngstown and Mahoning County prosecutors
Pay raises debated between Youngstown and Mahoning County prosecutors
Fuel spill feared after fish boat sinks near Washington
SEATTLE (AP) — State and federal agencies are watching for any sign of pollution from a fishing boat
Snow snarls flights to Super Bowl
DALLAS (AP) — A fresh snow storm in north Texas on Friday threatened to leave fans traveling to the
Tulsa residents trapped by snow 4 days after storm
TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Four days after the largest snowstorm in Tulsa history, residents remain
Suspect in Detroit serial rapes heading to trial
DETROIT (AP) — A man on parole for attempted murder has been ordered to trial in a series of Detroit
Va. man charged in NC bus hijacking
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A Virginia man accused of hijacking a Greyhound bus with 35 passengers on board
Failed Maine ski lift was due for load test
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The lift that failed at a Maine ski area in late December was more than three
Judge orders mediation in SweeTango apple lawsuit
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A judge has dismissed most of the claims in a lawsuit apple growers filed against
Attorney: Ex-Cowboy settles lawsuit over collapse
DALLAS (AP) — A former Dallas Cowboys player who was inside the team’s practice facility when it
Man masquerading as vet accused of mutilating dogs
SALINAS, Calif. (AP) — Authorities are searching for a Salinas man accused of mutilating dogs while
Gwyneth Paltrow, Mandy Moore to sing on Oscar show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Gwyneth Paltrow, Mandy Moore, Randy Newman, Zachary Levi and Florence Welch of
NY man gets 25 years in death of 2 camp counselors
QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (AP) — A 39-year-old man found guilty of drunken driving and aggravated vehicular
US to oil spill claims czar: loosen purse strings
ATLANTA (AP) — The Justice Department is telling the administrator of the $20 billion fund for Gulf
Hubbard mayor still mum on reason for chief’s departure
HUBBARD — Sunday will mark one month since Mayor Richard Keenan sent a one-paragraph letter to
Demolition of the former Girard High School under way
GIRARD — Joe Jeswald, school superintendent, said demolition of the former Girard High School on
Bison slaughter on hold as park reviews lawsuit
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Federal officials say the shipment of bison to slaughter from Yellowstone
Pump prices likely to rise with Egypt unrest
Retail gasoline prices are likely to creep higher as anti-government protests continue in Egypt and
S. Calif. air board approves pollution program
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California’s anti-smog agency overwhelmingly approved a controversial
Jared Loughner to be tried first in federal court
PHOENIX (AP) — State and federal prosecutors agreed that the suspect in the shooting of Rep.
Gunman robs man on Midlothian Boulevard
YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for the man who robbed a 23-year-old South Side man at gunpoint as
Youth beaten by group on East Side
YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the beating of a 16-year-old boy by a group of teens who may
Public meeting set to discuss Kirkmere sewer project
YOuNGSTOWN A public meeting to discuss the Kirkmere sewer replacement project will be from 6 to 7
Stocks waver after mixed unemployment report
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks bounced between small gains and losses this morning after a report said the
Youngstown police investigating South Side shooting
YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating a South Side shooting that sent one man to the hospital with a
Ron Reagan: Palin has nothing in common with dad
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sarah Palin is honoring one Reagan and offending another with the same speech.
Snake missing for a month found on Boston subway
BOSTON (AP) — Transit officials say a 3-foot-long boa constrictor that slithered away from its owner
Icy roads in South blamed for 5 traffic deaths
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Icy roads are blamed for five traffic deaths across three southern states. The
Mourners salute beloved Hmong leader Gen. Vang Pao
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Tens of thousands of mourners are flocking to central California this weekend
Criminal history brings longer prison sentence
YOUNGSTOWN Despite a plea agreement for probation, LeeVaughn Toney, father of a man accused in a
Official: Giffords’ astronaut hubby going to space
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The astronaut husband of wounded Rep. Gabrielle Giffords has made his
Verizon sees ‘record’ first-day sales with iPhone
BASKING RIDGE, N.J. (AP) — Verizon Wireless says its first day of taking online orders for the
Pa. steelworkers told to work during Super Bowl
CLAIRTON, Pa. (AP) — It’s only natural that Pittsburgh-area steelworkers would want to watch the
Unemployment falls to 9 percent, only 36K new jobs
WASHINGTON (AP) - The unemployment rate dropped sharply last month to 9 percent, the lowest level in
Egypt protesters throng square after violence
CAIRO (AP) - Protesters demanding President Hosni Mubarak’s ouster packed Cairo’s central square by
W. Pa. cops plan to step up patrols for Super Bowl
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Police in western Pennsylvania say they’re going to be on the lookout for drunk
Re-sentencing set in baby killing on Erie campus
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — A re-sentencing is set for a former Mercyhurst College student who smothered her
Erie’s GE Transportation recalling 280 workers
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — GE Transportation in Erie says it is recalling 280 workers who were among nearly
Ashley Ruperto | Preston Hernandez
GIRARD Ashley Ruperto became the bride of Preston Hernandez in a 3:30 p.m. ceremony Oct. 16 at
Jaime Sworthwood | Mark Banfield
DURAND, MICH. The marriage of Jaime Sworthwood and Mark Banfield, both of Concord, N.C., was
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Mixed,’ ‘Frank’ are asking for trouble
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Our children gave my husband and me a surprise
HELOISE: How to conquer closet clutter
Dear Readers: Here are some Heloise hints on how to organize your closet to best use all of your
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Baseball Association will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens
Ticket-price correction
Ticket-price correction NEGLEY Negley Masonic Lodge, 50873 Richardson Ave., will host an annual
Penguins shock Butler at Beeghly
With just over 21 seconds left, in the most memorable game of a most forgettable season, YSU’s most experienced player, senior Vytas Sulskis, drove from the top of the key toward the foul line, lost his footing and, as he was falling, dished off a pass to the team’s youngest player, freshman guard Kendrick Perry.With just over 21 seconds left, in the most memorable game of a most forgettable season, YSU’s most experienced player, senior Vytas Sulskis, drove from the top of the key toward the foul line, lost his footing and, as he was falling, dished off a pass to the team’s youngest player, freshman guard Kendrick Perry.
Gilbert favors idea of gaming in Valley
Cavs owner to study racetrack plan, look at opportunities By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com
Official defends decision to close
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County’s emergency-management
County raises stir up ill will
Commissioners, FOP slam $360K outlay By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN More
2 headed to prison for roles in shooting
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two city men are headed to prison for
Undefeated Rockets survive overtime test
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BERLIN CENTER After 15 lopsided victories, Lowellville High
Diaa Designs opens in new location in Warren
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN High fashion can thrive in out-of-the-way places such as
McDonald, Leetonia athletes make college choices
Staff report MCDONALD Troy Dombroski of McDonald High School has signed a letter of intent with
Phantoms Belonger, Strang back the Packers
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN It’s hard to imagine two bigger Green Bay Packers
County appoints outside prosecutor for high-court action in Oakhill case
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners have
What’s so ‘super’ about this?
Opinion: By Robert Lipsyte Los Angeles Times Even if you are among those who have made an effort to
Stocker running for 2nd term
Staff report struthers Mayor Terry Stocker is running unopposed in the May 3 primary election
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Feb. 4, the 35th day of 2011. There are 330 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Stocker running for 2nd term
Mayor Terry Stocker is running unopposed in the May 3 primary election for a second four-year term. Before becoming mayor, Stocker, who says he and his family are all from the city, previously served on city council for 18 years.
Billy's Black and Gold prepares for big game
Carol Novosel, who co-owns Billy’s Black and Gold sports bar in Sharon, Pa., with her husband, is ready for the crowd anticipated Sunday for Super Bowl XLV. She runs the kitchen and painted the Pittsburgh-themed murals that adorn the walls of the establishment.
Keisel’s beard has taken on a life of its own
Pittsburgh defensive end Brett Keisel believes his beard has something to do with the team’s
REVIEW -- DRAFT
REVIEW ‘SANCTUM’ Grade: C Credits: Rick Roxburgh, Ioan Gruffudd, Alice Parkinson, Rhys
Sports Digest || Teague named Old Spice POY
Ursuline running back Akise Teague was named a national Old Spice player of the year. Teague, this year’s Mr. Football, was one of 50 players honored nationwide. The award recognizes those who “elevate their play and that of their teammates.” Teague will play college football at Cincinnati.
Springfield traffic will be disrupted
By Mary Grzebieniak news@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD Construction of two new turnpike service
Retiring principal appreciates school’s history
Until recently, a black-and-white photo hung on Carmella Smallhoover’s office wall.
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday United school board, special session, 8 a.m., high school library. AGENDA runs
The latest gadgets but oldest plot device
Inner ‘Sanctum’ By Roger Moore Orlando Sentinel Beautifully back-lit bod- ies are suspended in
Bernanke speech bolsters stocks
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks posted small gains Thursday after Federal Reserve chairman Ben
Woman, boss charged with illegally selling ammunition
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Leavittsburg woman and her employer have been charged in federal court
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Pa. man robs bank a day after jail release JOHNSTOWN, Pa. Police say a
China restricts reports on Egypt protests
China restricts reports on Egypt protests Associated Press BEIJING The protests in Egypt are
Reagan serves as a role model
Opinion: President Ronald Reagan’s 100th birthday is taking place this weekend amid a wave of nostalgia and a
Republican tactics on health-care reform don’t inspire confidence
Opinion: Republican tactics on health-care reform don’t inspire confidence In his Jan. 21 impassioned plea
Retail sales remain strong after holidays
Associated Press NEW YORK Americans didn’t stop splurging after the holidays. They braved
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing West Side Community Center, 304 Matta Ave., Youngstown, free clothing for men,
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Conrad Bain is 88. Actor Gary Conway (“Burke’s Law”) is 75. Drummer John Steel of
Political eyes are on Ohio
Opinion: If you want to be president — and you’re not John F. Kennedy — you need to win Ohio. But if you’re
Hines Ward, Driver serve to mentor young receivers
Associated Press DALLAS Hines Ward — soon to be all of 35 — stroked his whiskers and pondered
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v“Death Defying Acts,” 8 p.m.: Three one-act plays at the Oakland
Couple face charges in death of their son
Staff report WARREN A Newton Falls couple has been indicted on charges of involuntary
Valley districts exceed calamity-day limit
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstown This week’s snow and ice storm put Mahoning
Buckeyes rally for 23rd win
Associated Press COLUMBUS It’s beginning to look more and more as if Ohio State isn’t a typical
GOP moves to slash domestic programs
GOP moves to slash domestic programs WASHINGTON Republicans now controlling the House promised
Few fingers pointed at Mayor Daley
Associated Press CHICAGO In a city known for punishing mayors for their handling of snowstorms,
Tens of thousands march against Yemen’s president
Associated Press SANAA, Yemen Tens of thousands of protesters Thursday staged unprecedented
Newsmakers
Newsmakers Sheen wants to get back to work soon LOS ANGELES A spokesman for Charlie Sheen says
Girard, Hubbard and Liberty police calls
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Jan.
Mubarak’s true colors
Opinion: Mubarak’s true colors Dallas Morning News: The tyrant stood his ground Wednesday when Egyptian
Dozens of reporters beaten, arrested in Egypt
Dozens of reporters beaten, arrested Associated Press CAIRO Menacing gangs backing President
YSU women can’t catch Milwaukee
Staff report MILWAUKEE, WIS. Milwaukee shot 58 percent and hit seven 3-pointers in the first
Neighbors keep a watch out
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com liberty Decades ago, neighbors knew what those next door
Man gets probation for injuring officer
Staff report WARREN Ryan T. Battison, 26, of Tibbetts Wick Road, Girard, has been sentenced to
Metro Digest || Man sentenced for rape
Sentenced for rape WARREN Paul R. Miller, 41, of North Park Extension, North Bloomfield, has
As car sales increase, there’s reason for optimism here
Editorial: The state of the nation was never quite as simple as what’s good for GM is good for the country,
Injustice in Akron
Opinion: By Fred McKissack McClatchy-Tribune The case of Kelley Williams-Bolar demonstrates the injustice
Man indicted in beating of girlfriend
A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted a man accused of beating his girlfriend and holding her hostage for a week.
Panel: Recovery plan now on track
After some adjustment, the Ohio Department of Education believes one of the consultants hired to implement a city schools academic recovery plan is now on track.
Jagger in first Grammy appearance
Associated Press NEW YORK The Recording Academy is finally getting some satisfaction, with Mick
NFL, union at odds again
Associated Press DALLAS Go ahead and add franchise tags to the lengthy list of issues the NFL
Howland police seek suspect in pharmacy robbery
Staff report Howland Police are searching for the man who robbed a township pharmacy Thursday
Salem to receive $301K fire grant
By D.A. WILKINSON wilkinson@vindy.com SALEM A grant awarded to the fire department will free
Man indicted in beating of girlfriend
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted
Retiring principal appreciates school’s history
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com poland Until recently, a black-and-white photo hung on
Panel: Recovery plan now on track
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN After some adjustment, the Ohio Department of
Mahoning County court filings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joselito J. Figueroa, 25, of 36 W Chalmers Ave.,
TRUE GRIT
Penguins shock Butler at Beeghly By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YoungsTown With just over 21
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