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McDonald approves levy for May ballot
The board of education has again voted to bring an emergency operating levy to voters, this time on the May 3 ballot.
Man shot, drives into home
A 22-year-old Youngstown man drove his car into a Deerfield Avenue home after he was shot in the shoulder and chest Tuesday afternoon.
Beachum is Youngstown school board president
Lock P. Beachum Sr. will serve as Youngstown Board of Education president this year. Michael
Ryan will help escort Boehner for swearing in
WARREN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, has accepted Speaker-elect John Boehner’s invitation
Most of Youngstown band’s gear is recovered
YOUNGSTOWN A local band is relieved to have its equipment back Tuesday, less than a week after it
Man booked into jail on other charges has alleged counterfeit bills on him
Man has countefeit bills in his possession when booked into jail
Sen. Brown accuses Republicans of ‘playing politics’ with health care vote
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown called the House Republican plan to vote Jan. 12 to repeal the health-care
Vegas summit advocates return to horses as food
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Horse advocates, lawmakers and Native American leaders are gathered in Las Vegas,
Records: Boy shot dead may have seen dad’s killing
PHOENIX (AP) — Newly released court records show a 6-year-old Phoenix boy found dead in an alley was
Pelosi says 'no regrets' on her last day as House speaker
Pelois says 'no regrets' on her last day as House speaker
Navy commander loses carrier job over lewd videos
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — The Navy has permanently removed a senior Navy officer from command of an
1 in 5 heart defibrillator implants questionable
CHICAGO (AP) — A new study finds that one in five heart defibrillators may be implanted for
La. has mass bird kill just days after Ark.
BEEBE, Ark. (AP) — Blackbirds are having hard time staying alive in the Southeast. Just a few days
Man declared innocent after serving 30 years in prison
Man declared innocent after serving 30 years in prison
Toledo explores cremating the poor instead of burial
Toledo explores cremating the poor instead of burial
Campbell Mayor Krinos resigns
CAMPBELL, Ohio — Campbell Mayor George Krinos has just handed in his resignation effective
4 and 20 blackbirds, and 4,000, dead in the sky
BEEBE, Ark. (AP) — Celebratory fireworks likely sent thousands of discombobulated blackbirds into
Songwriter’s son pleads not guilty to murder in NY
NEW YORK (AP) — An Academy Award-winning songwriter’s son has pleaded not guilty to murdering his
Historic Ohio hotel known for hosting pols, celebs, closes
Historic Ohio hotel known for hosting pols, celebs, closes
Former girlfriend of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has book deal
Former Thomas girlfriend has book deal
Official: Navy officer to be relieved of command
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — A high-ranking Navy officer who produced and showed raunchy videos to the crew
Stocks extend rally in morning trading
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks extended a rally in morning trading today ahead of reports that will show
SOCIETY DIGEST || Tina Gentile marks birthday
Tina (Perry) Gentile is celebrating her 90th birthday today at Grace Woods Senior Living.
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: Summer romance is causing confusion
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: I am a 20-year-old college sophomore. The summer
HELOISE: Save by making your own postcards
Dear Heloise: I have a suggestion for a helpful way to save. Many of the lightweight cardboard or
OJ co-defendant due for plea deal in Vegas heist
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A former O.J. Simpson co-defendant is due to take a plea deal that will free him
Firewood spat may have come before Ohio mom killed
HOLMESVILLE, Ohio (AP) — A sheriff’s deputy says a 10-year-old Ohio boy suspected in his mother’s
Stocks look set to extend gains
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks looked set to extend a rally Tuesday ahead of reports that will show whether
Ill. mom gives birth to 1 twin in 2010, 1 in 2011
ROCKFORD, Ill. (AP) — A northern Illinois couple welcomed their new daughter to the world in the
Pa. man sought in Ohio officer shooting arrested
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Authorities say a western Pennsylvania man being sought in the shooting of a police
Suit: Women were taped while disrobing at Pa. spa
GREENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Two women who say they were taped by hidden cameras as they undressed at a
Lawrence County man, 90, found dead after house fire
NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in western Pennsylvania say an elderly man was found dead after a
Man arrives for theft trial, arrested by feds
WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man who allegedly masterminded a plot to swindle a
Hunters stumble on body of missing western Pa. man
NATRONA HEIGHTS, Pa. (AP) — Two hunters stumbled upon the body of a western Pennsylvania man who had
Kelly Pavlik to be released from Betty Ford Center today After rehab, now what?
Kelly Pavlik is set to return to Youngstown. It might not be long until he returns to the ring.
Prosecutors file last bill in Oakhill case
Special prosecutors in the Oakhill Renaissance Place criminal conspiracy case have filed their last bill of particulars for defendants.
Case awaits FBI logs, DNA tests
DNA testing and logs of FBI efforts to enhance a St. Dominic Church security videotape still are awaited in the capital murder case of Jamar Houser.
V&M helping to curb ‘brain drain’
When Michael Yatsco graduated from YSU with a degree in mechanical engineering, he got busy looking for a job to fit his educational achievements.
Trooper arrested at Browns game
A trooper with the Ohio State Highway Patrol may face criminal charges after he was arrested in Cleveland while attending the Browns-Steelers game.
9 Chaney parents to help with discipline issues
About 35 people attended a meeting Monday called by Connie Hathorn, the new city schools superintendent.
YSU Women seeking home remedy
It’s been a while since Bob Boldon and the Youngstown State women’s basketball team has been home.
Ohio State looks to redeem Big Ten in Big Easy
Jim Tressel and Bobby Petrino dutifully posed in front of the Sugar Bowl trophy Monday.
Police get bare facts on crash: Driver charged after 3 nude men flee SUV
Driver charged after 3 nude men flee SUV Staff report BOARDMAN An 18-year-old township man
Water bills to go up in Trumbull County
About 7,000 water customers of the Trumbull County Sanitary Engineer’s Office will see an increase in their water bill this month.
Mangini out, search begins
As Eric Mangini packed picture frames and two years of football into boxes, Browns president Mike Holmgren was already looking for his replacement.
Dubec’s 16 points lead Struthers past Lakeview
Battling a double-digit deficit for much of the game, the Lakeview High girls basketball team finally found first gear late in Monday’s game against Struthers.
National Fuel Gas projects 8.6 percent increase in costs
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. is projecting an increase in overall gas-cost expense
Taylor’d for success: Williams helps propel Howland to big AAC win over rival Poland
Taylor Williams looked as if she hadn’t even broken a sweat as she jogged off the court and into the locker room.
YOUTH SERVED
Ashley Boothe, a Youngstown State University freshman, is among youths who have benefited through programs offered at the Martin P. Joyce Juvenile Justice Center. She said JJC programs gave her a “second chance.”
Injury changes Ethen’s calling
During his two seasons as a player under former YSU basketball coach Dan Peters, Dr. Joe Ethen felt his calling was to become a physical therapist.
Official pleased with results of ‘New Year’s Eve Salem’
David Schwartz, who helped spearhead the change from “First Night Salem” to “New Year’s Eve Salem,” said the result was “very good.”
Investigation continues in fatal train accident
Authorities in Columbiana County are investigating a train accident that involved a 31-year-old man about 3 a.m. Saturday.
Marijuana plants found in house in Struthers
City police found 90 marijuana plants and a sophisticated growing operation in a rental house on Park Avenue.
Spartans overcome East with a late run
In a game that featured six ties, 10 lead changes and a combined 64 missed shots, 61 rebounds, 46 turnovers and 15 steals
Police investigate weekend robberies
Police are investigating two robberies that took place in the city over the weekend.
Man found dead after house fire
NEW CASTLE, Pa. A Union Township man is dead after his house caught fire early this evening.
Woman remains jailed in shooting
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city woman accused of shooting up a
METRO DIGEST: Name released
Police have released the name of a man killed in an accident as he crossed Glenwood Avenue just hours before the start of the new year.
Allcare shuts all dental offices in US
Allcare Dental and Dentures has announced the closing of every facility across the country, including one on U.S. Route 224 in Boardman.
Hometown Urgent Care to open center
Staff report BOARDMAN Hometown Urgent Care, a Dayton-based health-care provider, will open its
Trustees to meet in churches
Township trustees are taking their meetings to residents with the hope of getting higher attendance and opinions on future levies.
Time for a Walk
Volunteers from the rescue group Canine Crusaders volunteer to walk dogs at the Mahoning County Dog Pound.
Tensions, hopes run high for stars at pricey facilities LIFE in REHAB
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Lindsay Lohan has been five times. Charlie
The top 5 grossing movies in US and Canadian theaters for the weekend of Dec. 31 to Jan. 2
The top 5 grossing movies in US and Canadian theaters for the weekend of Dec. 31 to Jan. 2, as reported by boxofficemojo.com.
A threat to local control
Opinion: By Dusty Rhodes and Dennis York Special to The Vindicator The latest offering in what appears to
Dismantle Obamacare now
Opinion: By Grace-Marie Turner McClatchy-Tribune ALEXANDRIA, Va. The American people have consistently
Zsa Zsa Gabor faces amputation
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Doctors are treating Zsa Zsa Gabor with powerful antibiotics in
Appointment of JFS director triggers questions, concerns
Editorial: Pardon our cynicism so early in the new year, but the selection of an assistant Mahoning County
Pa. allows dumping of water
Associated Press The natural-gas boom gripping parts of the U.S. has a nasty byproduct: wastewater
Tea party should be outraged
Opinion: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: If ever there was a boondoggle worthy of tea party outrage, it would be the
Factory outlook is bright for 2011
Associated Press WASHINGTON Factories are cranking up production, anticipating greater spending
Reforms are good first step
Opinion: By Rep. JIM McDERMOTT McClatchy-Tribune SEATTLE Many observers contend November’s midterm
Band’s gear is stolen
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Thieves made off with 90 percent of the
BUSINESS NEWS DIGEST: F.N.B. merger done
F.N.B. Corp. completed its merger with Comm Bancorp, Inc. on Sunday. Shares of Comm Bancorp, Inc. no longer will be traded on the Nasdaq stock exchange.
Rule of law in Russia is twisted
Opinion: When Dmitry Medvedev became president of Russia two years ago he pledged to combat “legal nihilism,”
Future is unclear for Lohan after release
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Lindsay Lohan will face an uncertain career and looming legal
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .62, 22.68 .20 Avalon
QB questions remain after Outback Bowl
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Up for grabs at the start of the 2010 campaign, the Penn
Goodell hopeful deal can happen
Associated Press A day after the NFL regular season ended, Commissioner Roger Goodell sent an
Brain can sabotage resolutions’ success
Associated Press WASHINGTON Uh-oh, the new year’s just begun, and already you’re finding it hard
NEWSMAKERS: Shania Twain weds exec in Puerto Rico
Country singer Shania Twain and businessman Frederic Thiebaud tied the knot Saturday in a New Year’s Day wedding in Puerto Rico.
House GOP plans vote to repeal health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON Eager to show who’s now in charge, the House’s new Republican
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 4, the fourth day of 2011. There are 361 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
2011 NFL OPPONENTS
AFC NORTH Pittsburgh Home: Baltimore, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Jacksonville, Tennessee, St. Louis,
Mahoning County court filings
Marriage licenses Harlan A. Jones, 23, of 1982 Mathews Road, Poland, and Vanessa L. Frazier, 21, of 4015 Monticello Blvd., Youngstown.
Investments place value of Facebook at $50 billion
Associated Press NEW YORK An injection of cash that values Facebook at $50 billion will help it
YSU allowed a gift to deteriorate
Opinion: YSU allowed a gift to deteriorate I was distressed to hear on WYSU-FM news one morning that YSU
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
Lewis gives Cincy no hint on future
Associated Press CINCINNATI Coach Marvin Lewis gave Bengals players and assistants no hints on
Boy, 10, charged in mom’s fatal shooting
Associated Press MILLERSBURG, Ohio A 10-year-old boy was charged as a juvenile with murder in
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: News and Notes
Pitt: Dave Wannstedt, ousted as Pitt’s football coach last month, has decided not to coach the Panthers in the Compass Bowl.
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Vikings: Stressing a team-first mentality, Leslie Frazier took over as Minnesota’s head coach and
NATIONAL AND WORLD NEWS DIGEST: Some drilling allowed to resume
The Obama administration said Monday it will allow 13 companies to resume deepwater drilling without any additional environmental scrutiny.
NBA ROUNDUP | Monday night’s games
Celtics 96, Timberwolves 93 BOSTON Paul Pierce scored 23 points Monday night to help the Celtics
NHL ROUNDUP: Monday’s games
Panthers 4, Hurricanes 3 RALEIGH, N.C. Bryan Allen scored 1:16 into overtime to lift the Panthers.
Juvenile justice Center Programs
Here is a breakdown of free programs provided by Mahoning County’s Martin P. Joyce Juvenile Justice Center.
Luck, Stanford cruise to Orange Bowl victory
Associated Press MIAMI Andrew Luck threw for 287 yards and four touchdowns, leading fifth-ranked
AREA COLLEGES | Monday’s games
MEN Thiel 60, Bethany 58 GREENVILLE, PA. Bethany (8-4, 2-1 PAC) led by as many as 17 in the
TOP 25 ROUNDUP | Monday’s games
MEN St. John’s 61, No. 13 Georgetown 58 NEW YORK Justin Brownlee scored 15 points, including
REGIONAL ROUNDUP | Monday’s games
BIG TEN No. 18 Michigan State 65, Northwestern 62 EVANSTON, ILL. Draymond Green scored 15
Fitch, Canfield win bowling tournament
Staff report BOARDMAN Tyler Frklich of Canfield and Tiffany Terlecki of Boardman were individual
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS DIGEST: Healthy ratings for Winfrey network
On its debut weekend, Oprah Winfrey’s cable network got some healthy sampling from viewers.
REUNIONS
The alumni of Chaney High School January and June classes of 1942 will meet at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 31 at Denny’s in Austintown.
ODDLY ENOUGH: Pittsburgh-area couple wed by taking river plunge
A Pittsburgh-area couple took a frigid plunge to symbolize taking another plunge — their marriage.
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