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Cavs lose to Suns 108-100
Associated Press PHOENIX Jared Dudley came off the bench to score 21 points, Steve Nash had 20
Phantoms lose in shootout 4-3
Staff report ANN ARBOR, MICH. The Youngstown Phantoms lost in their first shootout of the season
YSU plays Butler tough before falling 84-79
Staff/wire report INDIANAPOLIS Shelvin Mack scored 28 points and Butler rallied in the second
Boar’s Head Festival marks 50th anniversary
Every year, the Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival gives participants a total immersion into the rich
Bridal show takes over Covelli Centre
Candles and flowers lining the entryway set the mood for brides-to-be. They, and their fiancs,
Model-train event rolls into Niles
Electronic games and gadgets seem to be the hobbies of today, but advocates of model railroading say
Canfield to expand senior-watch program
Canfield police are focusing community-service efforts on a demographic they feel needs special
CASA fundraiser Saturday at Bounce-A-Round
A fund-raising event for the Mahoning County Court-Appointed Special Advocate Program will be from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at The Bounce-A-Round, 6961 Southern Blvd. (next to Home Depot).
New Year’s baby has 90th birthday
Anna Augustine, who was born Jan. 1, 1921, in Youngstown, and has lived on the West Side all her life, celebrated her 90th birthday Jan. 1, 2011.
Miriam chapter installs officers, chooses theme
YOUNGSTOWN Miriam Chapter 278, Order of Eastern Star, conducted its 103rd annual installation of
SOCIETY DIGEST: Christian fiction books to be signed
Christian fiction books to be signed Christian fiction author Suzanne Woods Fisher will be at
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the
Scouting leaders recognized for service
Chief Kiondashawa District Scout leaders gathered at Hickory United Methodist Church on Nov. 11 for an annual dinner hosted by Cub Scout Pack 5.
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
WEDNESDAY Men’s Garden Club will meet at 7:40 p.m. Wednesday at the Davis Center in Fellows
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
MONDAY LB Circle will meet at noon at Eat ’n Park, Mahoning Avenue in Austintown. Hostesses will
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
Austintown Chapter AARP 4339 will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Lutheran Church, 1612 S. Raccoon
CF Foundation kicks off fundraiser at open house
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Mahoning and Trumbull counties is inviting the public to an open
ANNIE’S MAILBOX: ‘Sue’ is afraid they’ll get caught
By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar Dear Annie: Five years ago, I became friends with “Jim.” As our
FEDERATED CLUBS
wednesday Fortnightly IV will have a movie night at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Cathy Campana will be the
Emily Rech | Nathaniel Czeck
Emily E. Rech and Nathaniel S. Czeck were united in marriage by the Rev. Dr. George Lee at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake.
Megan Chudakoff | Jeff Vickers
The Holiday Inn was the setting Sept. 26 for the wedding of Megan Chudakoff and Jeff Vickers, both of Youngstown.
Cupps observe anniversary of their wedding
Mr. and Mrs. William P. Cupp Sr. observed their 60th wedding anniversary on Nov. 27.
Porters mark anniversary at family dinner
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Porter of the Village Court celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 19.
Wampum man charged with sexual abuse of 4-year-old
Dustin Piatt, 30, of Main Street, Wampum, was charged with sexual abuse of children, unlawful contact with a minor, indecent assault and corruption of minors Thursday in the abuse of a 4-year old girl.
Family hosts dinner to honor Mr., Mrs. DeWitt
The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Dewitt of Campbell was celebrated Dec. 19.
Forum on well fracturing in Newton Falls
Newton Township trustees and Concerned Citizens of Portage County are sponsoring a forum at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Community Center, 52 E. Quarry St., to inform citizens what they and communities can expect from hydraulic fracturing of natural-gas wells this year.
Mayor targets justice system in community gala address
It’s time to end the dysfunction of the criminal justice system in Mahoning County, said Mayor Jay Williams.
Philadelphia’s McGlynn is at center of it all
Last January, Mike McGlynn was a 24-year-old backup offensive lineman for the Philadelphia Eagles who hadn’t appeared in a single game during the 2009-10 season.
Seattle stuns defending champs
Jokes, lightweights, laughingstocks. Not these Seattle Seahawks. They just sent the defending Super Bowl champions packing.
Project to study economic impact of arts
Groups to discuss economic impact By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.co, YOUNGSTOWN A study to
YSU falls back into bad habits in loss
By JON MOFFETT jmoffett@vindy.com Youngstown Brandi Brown’s back has got to be hurting by now.
MOTORCYCLE EXHIBIT | Show draws crowds
The 11th annual antique-cycle exhibition at the National Packard Museum here, already has attracted hundreds of aficionados.
Mayor’s letter: Hubbard chief is subject of probe
The city’s police chief is on paid administrative leave pending an investigation of various charges including insubordination and misuse of city facilities.
Phantoms beat Muskegon
For the second straight night, the Youngstown Phantoms scored a late goal for a 4-3 victory, this time over Muskegon at the Covelli Centre.
Kasich’s commerce director to focus on reforming business regs
Gov.-elect John Kasich has chosen a former state senator to head the Ohio Department of Commerce.
Harding turns up pressure
BY JOSH WEIR The Canton Repository CANTON Like thoroughbreds caged in a pen, the Warren
Celebration marks Three Kings Day
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com “We Three Kings” is more than just a song to be sung at
Jean is the queen at Holiday
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com With her 98th birthday not far off, you’d expect Jean
Boy Scouts take on winter challenges
An estimated 183 local and regional Boy Scouts age 11 to 18 who took part in the three-day Boy Scout Klondike Derby 2011 competition at Camp Stambaugh.
Metro digest || Have some fun, help a child
CASA fundraiser set for Saturday BOARDMAN A fund-raising event for the Mahoning County Court-
Home for people with mental disabilities has own issues
This clogged bathtub was photographed in House of Hope, shown at left, on Dec. 15 by an Area Agency on Aging 11 representative.
Trumbull County court filings
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Citibank v. Gregory Trulli, money. Jessica
Urban farming
Program trains immigrants, offers chance at decent wage Capital News Service EDMONSTON, Md. On
2010, I will remember you well ...
Opinion: For better or for worse, here’s what I’ll remember about 2010 if asked to testify about it 10 years
‘Shameless’ family affair premieres on Showtime
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK The new Showtime drama “Shameless” overflows
A YEN for SAVINGS
‘Coupon generation’ wields consumer power in China Associated Press BEIJING Ding Can is
CAREER PATHS
taxes H&R Block in has promoted Terry Barnhart, to Office Leader at its office at 2710 Market
TNT’s farce opens to full house
By LORRAINE WARDLE news@vindy.com NILES Friday’s cold weather and unfortunate street
Collectors seek Galle cat figures
Cats are favored over dogs when it comes to collecting. Those who devote sales to paintings,
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels McClatchy Newspapers Q. I’m not able to recall all of the Little Rascals’
Twain remains censored — and uncensored
Associated Press NEW YORK Mark Twain was the kind of man who might tell an off-color joke, then
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES
CURRENT PRICES Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
Headless bodies in Mexican resort city
Headless bodies in Mexican resort city ACAPULCO, Mexico The bodies of 15 men, all but one of
Jets win with last-second FG
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Nick Folk kicked a 32-yard field goal as time expired Saturday
Chiefs to battle playoff-tested Ravens in AFC
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. Todd Haley did a nose count to see how many Kansas City Chiefs
Workers move mastodon in Ohio Historical Center
Associated Press COLUMBUS Museum visitors no longer will be greeted by a giant, 10,000-year-old
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., St. John Greek Orthodox Church, 4955 Glenwood
An artificial separation
Opinion: By Christopher Briem Special to The Vindicator Cleveburgh. To anyone who has survived the
Marshall leads Akron over Kent St.
Associated Press AKRON Zeke Marshall scored 20 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to help Akron beat
Surprise offerings at Minnesota airport
By John Ewoldt Star Tribune (Minneapolis) MINNEAPOLIS For many travelers, being told to arrive
Referee: Fire teacher accused of burning cross on arms
Associated Press COLUMBUS A state hearing officer has recommended that a central Ohio school
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Jan. 1
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “What the Night Knows” by Dean Koontz (Bantam) 2. “Dead or Alive” by Tom
‘Pillowman’ at the Playhouse
Dark comedy marks exciting new phase in continued revitalization By MILAN PAURICH
record reviews
DURAN DURAN Album: “All You Need Is Now” Grade: B Considering how many bands owe at least part
New challenges face candidate Obama
Associated Press WASHINGTON He promised change, and he looked the part. No longer. The Barack
Browns talk to Mike Mularkey
Associated Press Mike Mularkey had one chance to be an NFL head coach. He’s hoping the Cleveland
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Brittney Reber and Colton Harley, Boardman, girl,
Buckeyes bounced by Iowa
Associated Press IOWA CITY, Iowa Iowa looked nothing like the team many thought could win the
Pens shut out by Minnesota
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Few goalies have shut down the Pittsburgh Penguins as often as Jose
MILESTONES
MILESTONES SCOUTS 2 youths attain Eagle honors Two members of Boy Scout Troop 46 that meets at
MILITARY ACADEMIES
MILITARY ACADEMIES Ryan nominations U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, has nominated several
Another view of St. Stan parish
Opinion: Another view of St. Stan parish It has been somewhat dis- heartening to see the stories on the
CrazyTalk turns photos into talking heads
I didn’t know I could recite Shakespeare. But I was doing it quite well. My mouth was moving to the
WikiLeaks probe touches public realm
Associated Press WASHINGTON Investigative documents in the WikiLeaks probe spilled out into the
newsmakers
newsmakers Clooney uses star power in Sudan JUBA, Sudan How do you get a long-suffering but
BCS coaches on fast track
Associated Press SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. Gene Chizik won five games in two seasons at Iowa State
prep basketball roundup Saturday’s other games
BOYS Girard 63, Springfield 46 GIRARD Evan Standohar, Patrick Rhodes and Mat Pagano scored 17,
US REP SHOT, 6 SLAIN IN ARIZ.
sheriff: gunman may have had accomplice Staff/wire report TUCSON, Ariz. Rep. Gabrielle
Three share lead at PGA opening event
Associated Press KAPALUA, Hawaii Robert Garrigus recovered from an atrocious start Saturday by
Ohioan back on mission in Haiti
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio man whose video camera caught the Haitian earthquake’s first
New Year’s resolutions for parents
McClatchy Newspapers Given that this is my first column of a new year, I’m proposing a number of
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Jan. 9, the ninth day of 2011. There are 356 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
“The Cape,” which debuts tonight on NBC, features a superhero that we’ve never
“The Cape,” which debuts tonight on NBC, features a superhero that we’ve never seen before. He’s a
Frozen fish oil doesn’t taste fishy
Q. Someone wrote you to complain that fish oil makes him vomit. I take 1,200 mg of fish oil daily.
Wright State, Detroit win Horizon games
Associated Press CHICAGO N’Gai Evans had game highs of 15 points and nine rebounds to lead
Advocates work to preserve St. Anthony’s
Brier Hill neighborhood By Melinda Gray TheNewsOutlet.org As a pot of tomato sauce cooked on
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Help with benefits YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Veterans Service
Pitt dominates Kentucky in bowl
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Pittsburgh players dumped the cooler full of sports drink on
Antique Exhibit
Antique Exhibit ‘Motorcycles on Main Street’ Location: National Packard Museum, 1899 Mahoning
Giffords: A Democrat who wins in conservative district
Associated Press PHOENIX Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, one of Arizona’s most high-profile Democats,
Package scare triggers memories of anthrax
Associated Press WASHINGTON Postal workers who returned to work Saturday said a package that
Prison industry: A sure bet
Opinion: With discretionary funds from Columbus and Washington that for years have fueled the Mahoning
Officials hope ship creates reef
Associated Press KINGSTON, Jamaica A decommissioned U.S. Navy ship was scuttled recently in the
Hot Packers tough test for Philadelphia
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles have traded places
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Wabash recognizes Hynes Industries
Wabash recognizes Hynes Industries YOUNGSTOWN Hynes Industries Inc. has been recognized by
Giving everyone a chance
Editorial: Giving everyone a chance Boardman Township residents are going to face a test on how much they
LIMELIGHT | Awards, achievements
Julie Russo, a former Valley resident, was selected as one of the top 40 under 40 young business
George Voinovich’s departure leaves a gaping hole in politics
Editorial: For the first time in four decades, George V. Voinovich has stepped off Ohio’s political stage,
Branded prepaid cards losing luster
McClatchy Newspapers When it debuted in time for the holidays, the Kardashian Kard was touted as
Investors’ natural tendency is to blunder
“One of the surest things to lure back the retail investor is higher stock prices.” Doug Ramsey,
Company models export strategy
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Pacific Miniatures of Fullerton, Calif., has been manufacturing
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