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Monday, December 31 (74 stories)
Some details of the tentative deal averting 'fiscal cliff'
Some details of the tentative deal averting 'fiscal cliff'
Stewart praised as she retires as Mahoning County CSB chief
Stewart praised as she retires as Mahoning County CSB chief
Youngstown council expected to vote for traffic cameras in school zones
Youngstown council expected to vote for traffic cameras in school zones
Appellate court reinstates prositution charges for Go Go Girls cabaret dancers
Appellate court reinstates prostitution charges for Go Go Girls cabaret dancers
NC governor sign pardons for Wilmington 10
NC governor sign pardons for Wilmington 10 RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Outgoing North Carolina Gov.
Illinois Sen. Kirk to return a year after stroke
Illinois Sen. Kirk to return a year after stroke CHICAGO (AP) — U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk is expected to
Father of Conn. school gunman claims son’s body
Father of Conn. school gunman claims son’s body HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The father of the gunman
Police still seeking gunman in East Side shooting
Police still seeking gunman in East Side shooting YOUNGSTOWN Police are still trying to
Palestinians say 9 dead from swine flu outbreak
Palestinians say 9 dead from swine flu outbreak RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — A Palestinian health
Pa. pastor’s niece, boyfriend jailed in burglary
Pa. pastor’s niece, boyfriend jailed in burglary PITTSBURGH (AP) — A Pittsburgh-area pastor’s
Court date for Maine man in deaths of 2 tenants
Court date for Maine man in deaths of 2 tenants PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Authorities say a 74-year-
Five streets closed for Youngstown First Night today
Five streets closed for Youngstown First Night today Youngstown Several street closures will be
Officials cancel Youngstown snow emergency
Officials cancel Youngstown snow emergency Youngstown The snow emergency that was put into
NYC couple arrested; explosive substance found
NYC couple arrested; explosive substance found NEW YORK (AP) — Authorities say a New York City
Avalon Downtown Pizzeria has soft opening today
Avalon Downtown Pizzeria has soft opening today YOUNGSTOWN Those heading to downtown Youngstown
Cleveland Browns fire head coach Pat Shurmur
Cleveland Browns fire head coach Pat Shurmur CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The brief Pat Shurmur tenure is
Cleveland will lose city council seats
Cleveland will lose city council seats CLEVELAND (AP) — The city of Cleveland is losing
Lake Erie one of most threatened Great Lakes
Lake Erie one of most threatened Great Lakes COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A new report says Lake Erie is
Ohio Little League official held on porn charges
Ohio Little League official held on porn charges HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio Little League
OH WOW! board of directors recently elected new officers
Bill Florig received the Barbara Abraham volunteer of the year award
Mended Hearts installs officers
CANFIELD Mended Hearts Chapter 7 installed N. Lee Meadows as president during the group’s annual
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS St. Patrick’s Home and School in Hubbard will be sponsoring a marketplace and craft
Valley had 5th heaviest snow accumulation in history this December
Valley had 5th heaviest snow accumulation in history this December Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The
How will you be impacted after the US falls off cliff?
Speaker of the House John Boehner, R-Ohio, walks to a closed-door meeting Sunday night as Congress met to negotiate a legislative path to avoid the so-called "fiscal cliff." Little progress was made Sunday night, and congressional leaders largely are pessimistic about chances for a deal today.
Former Ursuline star playing for Canton Charge
D’Aundray Brown’s first name starts with D, and so does his game.
Outlook for deal tonight gloomy
Associated Press WASHINGTON A Capitol Hill deal to avert the “fiscal cliff” was proving
Kasich remains mum on right-to-work initiatives
Kasich signed into law a bill that, among other provisions, will allow guns stored in cars in the Ohio Statehouse parking garage.
Columbiana County firm will stockpile sand for fracking
The sand will be brought in from out of state
Another Black Monday
If the Cleveland Browns change coaches and general managers with a frequency challenged only by Elizabeth Taylor changing husbands or the Duggar family adding children, we should be used to BMIB.
Healh-care model’s fatal flaw
Opinion: Healh-care model’s fatal flaw What do our medically insured people really want? As well as I can
Deal reached to avert big spike in milk prices
Associated Press WASHINGTON The top leaders in both parties on the House and Senate Agriculture
Without history, you know nothing
Opinion: By Lewis W. Diuguid Kansas City Star PHILADELPHIA Students step onto college campuses today
Standings, SUmmaries & Schedules
STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA y-New England1240.750557331
Violence rates high at Ohio youth prisons
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s youth prisons have much higher assault rates than the adult
Southern Ohio has a stake in Kasich’s turnpike plan too
Opinion: Southern Ohio has a stake in Kasich’s turnpike plan too Ironton Tribune: Anyone who doesn’t pay
New Year’s Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Dec. 31, the 366th and final day of 2012. Associated Press On this date in:
Guns remain polarizing issue
Associated Press WEXFORD, Pa. Inside the Big Buck Sport Shop, where mounted moose and deer
Egyptian currency falls to record low
Associated Press CAIRO The Egyptian pound fell to a record low against the dollar Sunday as the
Putin shows his ugly side with cynical attack on children
Editorial: As the end of a year approaches, there are any number of candidates on the international stage vying
Teacher says she was fired over pregnancy
Associated Press DAYTON A former teacher at a Catholic elementary school says she was fired
Hillary Clinton hospitalized with blood clot
Hillary Clinton hospitalized with blood clot WASHINGTON Secretary of State Hillary Rodham
Notable deaths of 2012
Associated Press Neil Armstrong would always be taking that first step onto the moon, and Dick
oddly enough
oddly enough Vultures pick at visitors’ cars in Fla. HOMESTEAD, Fla. Visitors to parts of
The political price
Opinion: By Orson Aguilar McClatchy-Tribune In the debate over the so-called fiscal cliff, many in the
today’s college football Bowl games at a glance
Music City Bowl Who: North Carolina State (7-5) vs. Vanderbilt (8-4). Time & TV: Noon, ESPN.
Toledo, police union fight over parking
Associated Press TOLEDO The city is again fighting with the police union over who should be
How the West was built
Opinion: WASHINGTON At the end of this year in which election results reinserted immigration into the
GOP abandons all reason
Opinion: By Dick Polman Philadelphia Inquirer All sanity seems to have left the ranks of those in charge
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert B. Glaze, 84, of 1521 W. Park Ave., Niles, and
Afghan violence decreases in 2012
Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan Violence in Afghanistan fell in 2012, but more Afghan troops
Suspect in NYC subway death laughs throughout arraignment appearance
Associated Press NEW YORK A 31-year-old woman accused of shoving a man to his death in front of
Obama wants gun-violence bills to be adopted in 2013
Associated Press WASHINGTON Recalling the shooting rampage that killed 20 first-graders as the
Miami Herald film critic Rene Rodriguez took one last — and highly irreverent — look at
Miami Herald film critic Rene Rodriguez took one last — and highly irreverent — look at the year in
Among New Year’s revelers: security
Associated Press NEW YORK When revelers pack Times Square for the annual New Year’s eve
Ohio court wants new trial over Native American tablet
Associated Press COLUMBUS A state appeals court says there should be a new trial to determine
House fire probed
House fire probed YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Fire Department is investigating the cause of a fire
Colts win in Pagano’s return
Chuck Pagano walked onto the field waving to the fans and hugging his wife and left the field hugging everybody in sight
49ers clinch NFC West title
Michael Crabtree’s career day sends 49ers to another NFC West crown and into the playoffs with some momentum
Holmgren, Haslam shared in Shurmur’s undoing
Pat Shurmur went down fighting. Even more appropriately, shadow boxing
NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONS TONIGHT IN YOUNGSTOWN, CANFIELD, SALEM
Staff report New Year’s Eve always means a night of family entertainment in Youngstown, Canfield
Former GM plant in Mansfield sold; 1,100 new jobs envisioned
Former GM plant in Mansfield sold MANSFIELD The sale of a former General Motors plant in
Sunday, December 30 (99 stories)
Fire extensively damages West Side Youngstown home today
Fire extensively damages West Side Youngstown home today YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Fire
Deal reached to avert large price increases for milk
Deal reached to avert large price increases for milk Associated Press WASHINGTON The top
UPDATE: Senate leaders pessimistic on deal to avert fall from ‘fiscal cliff’
UPDATE: Senate leaders pessimistic on deal to avert fall from ‘fiscal cliff’ Associated Press
Landlord shoots, kills 2 teen tenants after dispute over parking in snow
Landlord shoots, kills 2 teen tenants after dispute over parking in snow Associated Press
Columbiana company will stockpile tons of sand for fracking in region
Columbiana company will stockpile tons of sand for fracking in region Staff report COLUMBIANA
Steelers avoid losing season by beating Browns 24-10 in meaningless game
Steelers avoid losing season by beating Browns 24-10 in meaningless game Associated Press
Youngstown police investigate report of attempted robbery, shooting
Youngstown police investigate report of attempted robbery, shooting Staff report youngstown
Jessica Hayden | Matthew Nuzzi
GIRARD Jessica L. Hayden and Matthew J. Nuzzi exchanged vows at 4 p.m. Aug. 17 at St. Rose Church
Amanda Varone | Greg McGlynn
AUSTINTOWN Amanda Varone and Greg McGlynn, both of Austintown, were united in marriage June 23 at
Topolosky-Lucas to exchange vows in October 2013
Lawrence and Patricia Topolosky of Murrysville are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Dr. Lauren Nicole Topolosky and Dr. Richard George Lucas Jr.
Bonners mark 55th with family gathering
CAMPBELL Mr. and Mrs. Lorice Bonner of Campbell marked their 55th wedding anniversary during a
Dinner honors Catalines for 60th anniversary
hubbard Mr. and Mrs. John F. Cataline of Hubbard celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary during
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Senior Independence Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., has planned the following:
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will meet with Jim Smolka, owner of Bugs Unlimited,
Everybody Eats equals 9 young men giving back
By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN Kevin Clark fondly recalls having visited
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY | Dolores Eddy
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Dolores Eddy Date of birth: Jan. 2, 1913. Place of birth: Warren.
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY | Fay Kirkorsky
Date of birth: Jan. 1, 1913. Place of birth: Brooklyn, N.Y. Parents: Ida and Max Cohen.
Violence runs rampant at Ohio’s youth prisons
Violence runs rampant at Ohio’s youth prisons Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s youth
Unmarried Ohio schoolteacher challenges firing over pregnancy
Unmarried Ohio schoolteacher challenges firing over pregnancy Associated Press DAYTON A
Boardman seeks crackdown on duplex conversions in township
Boardman seeks crackdown on duplex conversions in township Staff report BOARDMAN The township
Obama vows to put his ‘full weight’ behind gun-control measures in 2013
Obama vows to put his ‘full weight’ behind gun-control measures in 2013 Associated Press
Any fiscal-cliff deal cut today would pale against expectations
Any fiscal-cliff deal cut today would pale against expectations Associated Press WASHINGTON
Obamacare tries the patience of American Business
As companies prepare to implement many of the reforms in the Affordable Care Act, they're finding a labyrinth of rules and regulations slowing them down.
Kasich's 2013 resolution: Raise drilling tax, lower state income tax
The governor is confident a severance-tax increase will be OK’d by the Legislature next year.
Jim Petuch, Mahoning County recycling director, retires Dec. 31
Jim Petuch, who retires Monday, has been an icon of litter control and recycling in the Mahoning Valley for 30 years.
Mooney’s Kitchen is happy for his Browns opportunity
Mooney’s Kitchen is happy for his Browns opportunity By Marty Gitlin Special to The Vindicator
2 Mahoning school superintendents to retire-rehire in new year
Superintendents say pension reform influenced their decision
YSU seeks employers for STEM, business internship program
Information session for employers set for Friday
Longtime game warden Dave Brown to retire
A dinner is planned to honor game warden, a Youngstown native
Police search for suspects in Walgreens robbery, East Side shooting
One man was arrested in drugstore robbery, two got away
METRO DIGEST || Last guided hike today at Ford Nature Center
Last guided hike today at Mill Creek YOUNGSTOWN Mill Creek MetroParks will have its last guided
Mahoning Valley's Top 10 News Stories of 2012
The Vindicator’s Jan. 1 front page shows that 2012 started with the immediate after-effects of a magnitude-4.0 earthquake that later was linked to an injection well at D&L Energy Inc. in Youngstown.
Senior authors embrace publishing
Sun Sentinel Getting older seems to bring out the author in people. And seniors are discovering
BACK TO BASICS: A good look at your home’s landscape
By Norman Winter McClatchy Newspapers The New Year is a great time to take a slow, hard look at
Uncertain winter awaits Browns, Steelers
Salary cap slashes for Pittsburgh, coaching change in Cleveland are possible
Lots of fiction mixed with Obamacare facts
As some provisions of Obamacare begin the first of the year, there are a number of misunderstandings of what the act entails.
Children act as game pieces to win sweets at library event
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com WARREN Three-year old Gianna Magazine of Warren was the
Woman charged in subway death
Associated Press NEW YORK A woman who told police she shoved a man to his death off a subway
Taxes key as Senate leaders begin budget talks in private
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Senate leaders worked feverishly behind closed doors Saturday to
Saturday’s Regional college basketball games
MEN Baldwin Wallace 74, King’s College 57 WILKES-BARRE, PA. Junior All-Ohio Athletic
Tinkey and Mangapora lead Canfield in rout of Boardman
Other winners of Saturday’s girls basketball games included Girard and Jackson-Milton.
Lopez nets 35 as Cavaliers fall in Brooklyn
Associated Press NEW YORK Brook Lopez scored a season-high 35 points and grabbed 11 rebounds,
Longtime businessman Charlie McCrudden retires
After 55 years in the heating and cooling wholesale business, Charlie McCrudden retired in May.
BUSINESS DIGEST || 1-year anniversary
1-year anniversary new middletown Windsor Estates Assisted Living, 5240 Windsor Way, celebrated
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Springfield Township trustees, 8 a.m., administration building, 3475 E. South Range
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Healthy, maybe; wasted, for sure
Opinion: Healthy, maybe; wasted, for sure Unless you’re in America’s school cafeterias on a daily basis,
New Year’s Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or
TRUMBULL, COLUMBIANA COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints David Yoskey v. Eric Petroleum et al, money.
Bowling scores at a glance
Highlights Boardman — 92-year-old Walter Pekkanen bowled a 212 game and a 578 series in
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 30, the 365th day of 2012. There is one day left in the year. Associated
birthdays
birthdays Actor Joseph Bologna is 78. Actor Russ Tamblyn is 78. Singer Noel Paul Stookey of Peter,
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES PROMOTIONS Air Force Lt. Col. Ryan M. Elliott has assumed command of the 435th
Watch Night marks 150th anniversary
Associated Press WASHINGTON As New Year’s Day approached 150 years ago, all eyes were on
Minimum wage to rise 15 cents
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s minimum wage is going up 15 cents to $7.85 beginning Tuesday.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Shannon Kelley and Brent Herman, Struthers, girl, Dec. 29.
Abortion limits, guns among issues left hanging in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio lawmakers have adjourned for the year, leaving a number of bills
Employers win workers’ comp ruling
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ohio overcharged about 270,000 businesses for workers’ compensation
Reporting prep results
Reporting prep results The Vindicator encourages coaches and statisticians to report winter prep
Syracuse rushers dash past WVU defenders in NYC snow
The Orange bid a blustery farewell to the Big East
Ex-President Bush improves, is moved out of intensive care
Associated Press HOUSTON Former President George H.W. Bush’s condition continued to improve
Suspected US drone kills 3 al-Qaida militants in Yemen
Associated Press SANAA, Yemen Three al-Qaida militants were killed in a suspected U.S. drone
Snowstorm hits Ohio, Northeast
Snowstorm hits Ohio, Northeast NEW YORK A widespread winter storm dumped snow over the
4 die in Moscow plane crash
Associated Press MOSCOW A passenger airliner careered off the runway at Russia’s third-busiest
Helping students shine in searches
Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y. Samantha Grossman wasn’t always thrilled with the impression
Admiration, sexual attraction entirely different things
McClatchy Newspapers Q. My 10-year-old daughter is having thoughts about other girls. She says
Snow-making goes high tech at ski resorts
Los Angeles Times Mother Nature has been a fickle manager of snowfall lately, sending an avalanche
Today’s snow can be this summer’s ticket to Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh.
Today’s snow can be this summer’s ticket to Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh. Anyone who make
career paths & limelight
banking The board of directors for Cortland Bancorp, the holding company for the Cortland Savings
Shower head has removable speaker
Shower head has removable speaker You know you love singing in the shower. But why stop when the
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. Is it true that Chef Boyardee is a fictional name created from the names Boyd, Art and Dennis —
Celebrations schedule family entertainment
Staff report New Year’s Eve always means a night of family entertainment in Youngstown, Canfield
Would you buy your car again?
Here’s a hot tip: If you want a car that you can really get excited about, choose one that gives you
record reviews
WIZ KHALIFA Album: “O.N.I.F.C.” (Atlantic) Grade: C There’s much to love about Wiz Khalifa.
Robots allow employees to ‘beam’ into work
Associated Press PALO ALTO, Calif. Engineer Dallas Goecker attends meetings, jokes with
Worst of the worst In 2012
Opinion: There were loads of bad decisions made by public sector workers and entities in the Mahoning Valley
Gun rights aren’t absolute
Opinion: By Richard P. McLAUGHLIN Special to The Vindicator The most recent shooting tragedy in
Dog-friendly destination
By TAMARA LUSH Associated Press FORT DE SOTO PARK, Fla. Picture this: You’re sitting on a
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I always wonder this time of year, what became of the
publishers weekly BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Dec. 23
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Racketeer” by John Grisham (Doubleday) 2. “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn
Enforce wild-animals law now
Editorial: Enforce wild-animals law now Now that a federal district court has wisely upheld the
newsmakers
newsmakers Stella McCartney, scientist get honors LONDON Stella McCartney, who designed the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 25.10 —.11 Avalon
A reading ‘guarantee’ is fundamental to success
Editorial: Running a school district is a complicated job, one made no easier by the financial pressures of the
Saturday, December 29 (85 stories)
Dinner set for retiring game warden Dave Brown
Local sports clubs are coming together to honor game warden Dave Brown, who is retiring from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources after 32 years of service.
21 missing Pakistani policemen executed by Taliban, 2 others survive
Twenty-one tribal policemen believed to have been kidnapped by the Taliban were found shot dead in Pakistan's troubled northwest tribal region early Sunday, government officials said.
Woman charged with hate crime murder in NYC subway shove
A woman accused of pushing a man to his death in front of a subway train was charged Saturday with murder as a hate crime.
Friday night shooting victim identified
Police have identified the man shot several times Friday evening on the city’s East Side.
City man accused in drugstore robbery
Police continue to look for two additional suspects YOUNGSTOWN A 19-year-old city man is
Liberty enables free bulk trash pickup
Township residents can now place one bulk size item at their curb for pickup once a month at no extra cost.
The Valley's biggest STORIES IN SPORTS SPAN GRIDIRON TO RACETRACK
Staff report 2012 was the Year of the Dragon, which is fitting. In the Mahoning Valley, it
Youngstown native to support Obama inauguration
Army specialist Tray Gabriel was chosen to join a task force that will provide supply support to President Obama at his inauguration on Jan. 21.
Canfield finds a way in fourth
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com howland In the last minute of Friday’s game, Canfield junior
Unemployment in Valley starts seasonal rise
Mahoning Valley unemployment is up in November, leading into the next three months when unemployment figures are typically the highest.
Kokrak partners up with Covelli Enterprises
The Warren golfer will wear the Panaera logo on his golf shirts
Nationwide looking to reduce $42 million verdict
The insurance company says state statutes do not allow for the large dollar amount.
Boardman woman meets sister for first time this holiday
Boardman woman who was adopted sees birth sister
Warren police believe 5-year-old shot his aunt
The gun was near a backpack in the rear of the woman's car.
Russ’ 19 points power Niles to easy win over Hubbard
Kymone Gamble scored 12 points while James Tate added 10 for the Red Dragons
Warren safety-service director upholds firing of Patrolman Miller
The other fired officer has appealed his firing directly to an arbitrator.
East overwhelms Sharon; Ursuline wins Potter Classic
BOYS East 73, Sharon 66 FARRELL, PA. Taylor Johnson netted 25 points and made four steals to
Girard council may override mayor's decision on water meters
Council can override mayor's veto on water meters with 5 of 7 votes
Anti-fracking protesters march on Youngstown's North Side
The chilly weather Friday did not stop several anti-fracking activists from carrying signs and chanting during a march as the group traveled along Wick Park on Youngstown’s North Side.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Erin A. Schumacher, 42, of 13430 South Ave.,
Man critical after drive-by shooting on Youngstown’s East Side
The man, who appeared to be about 60, walked two blocks after being hit in a Friday evening drive-by shooting, told an East Side convenience store owner he had been shot and collapsed on the store steps.
New Year’s Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or
KASICH SPEAKS
KASICH SPEAKS Look back, look ahead Gov. John Kasich met with Statehouse reporters, including
Backup QB Lewis will start for Browns
Once practice ended on Friday, Browns coach Pat Shurmur had great news for the third-string QB Thad Lewis
Kennedy Foundation donates $15K to Second Harvest
The money will be used for Campbell Elementary School's backpack program.
Maplewood out-hustles JFK for victory
Preston Caparanis’ missed a 3-pointer in the closing seconds as the Rockets hung on.
METRO DIGEST || Sobriety checkpoint today
Trash pickup change Liberty Township residents can now place one bulk size item at their curb
Park reservations
Park reservations BOARDMAN Boardman Park will begin accepting reservations for 2014 next week
Phantoms back ready to skate into new year
Wednesday’s snowstorm caused travel issues for some players
Congress renews surveillance law
Congress renews surveillance law WASHINGTON The Senate gave final congressional approval Friday
Trained police officers are needed for school security, experts say
Associated Press WASHINGTON The student’s attack began with a shotgun blast through the windows
Hubbard bowling teams sweep Zitnik Memorial titles
The Hubbard High boys and girls bowling teams won their respective divisions of the sixth annual Ed Zitnik Memorial tournament
College student gets stalking-protection order against parents
Kansas City Star KANSAS CITY, Mo. The day after the Fourth of July last year, Julie Ireland
Perry approaching milestone as Penguins return to action
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State junior Kendrick Perry needs just 17
New Year's Eve celebration begins with year of planning
First Night Youngstown and First Night Canfield are big celebrations in the area, and the preparation for the one-night event starts almost immediately after the old year ends.
Most viral tracks on Spotify
The most viral tracks on Spotify, based on the number of people who shared it divided by the number
RELIGION DIGEST || Send newsletter to Religion desk
All churches, synagogues, mosques and ministries are invited to send their newsletters to The Vindicator. Send to Religion Desk, The Vindicator, P.O. Box 780, Youngstown, Ohio 44501-0780. Electronic versions may be sent to religion@vindy.com.
Fewer US banks failing than at any time since 2008
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. banks are ending the year with their best profits since 2006
Mayor: Keep NY subway push deaths in perspective
Associated Press NEW YORK For New York City, it wasn’t an unusual sight: a possibly mentally ill
Woman charged in connection with killing of 2 firefighters
Associated Press WEBSTER, N.Y. The neighbor of a convicted felon who ambushed firefighters on
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 25.10 —.11 Avalon
Optimism emerges to skirt fiscal cliff
Associated Press WASHINGTON The end game at hand, the White House and Senate leaders made a
Old questions for a new year
Opinion: COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich and other Statehouse Republicans answered lots of questions n 2012.
Indian victim of gang rape dies
Associated Press SINGAPORE A young Indian woman who was gang-raped and severely beaten on a bus
TCTC program receives highest evaluation rating
Staff report Champion The Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps program at the
Dockworkers strike averted for now
Associated Press NEW YORK Dockworkers along the East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico agreed Friday
She pays for his bad behavior
Opinion: She pays for his bad behavior Chicago Tribune: Being physically attractive, research has shown,
new year’s eve and day services
Here is a listing of services at area churches for New Year’s Eve, Monday, Dec. 31, and New Year’s
Gay marriage becomes legal in Maine
Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine Chris Kast and Byron Bartlett already consider themselves
YCS students compete in World Scholar’s Cup
Staff report Youngstown Three Youngstown Christian School students competed this month in the
Autistic boy’s parents sue state health department
Associated Press CINCINNATI The parents of an autistic toddler are suing the state Department of
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: NBC’s “Meet the Press”: President Barack
Commissioners name interim Green Team leader
Friday's meeting was the last for Commissioner John A. McNally IV
‘Horror’ and madness
By Neal Justin Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Jessica Lange has gone stark raving mad. It’s not
Registration open for Bestway program
Staff report Youngstown Registration is open for Mahoning & Columbiana Training Association’s
Pending home sales rise to highest level in 21/2 years
Associated Press WASHINGTON A measure of Americans who signed contracts to buy homes increased
Students create ornaments for Green Team’s tree
Staff report Canfield What can you make with an empty tuna can and some construction paper? Or
Themes vary for year-end services
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com Though many denominations began a new liturgical year
OEA delegates vote to join with Strong Schools
Staff report Columbus Delegates at the Ohio Education Association Fall Representative Assembly
State spends fewer Medicaid dollars
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has spent fewer dollars on Medicaid than expected under its
Governor appeals to keep base intact
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett is asking Defense Secretary Leon Panetta to
birthdays
birthdays Actress Inga Swenson (“Benson”) is 80. Actress Mary Tyler Moore is 76. Actor Jon Voight
Stocks tumble as deadline nears
Stocks tumble as deadline nears NEW YORK Stocks fell for a fifth day on concern that Washington
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING Locations
The Mahoning County Green Team is asking people to remove all decorations from their trees before
GRADS LIST
The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: ASHLAND UNIVERSITY,
School-shooting case may include taped comments
Associated Press CHARDON, Ohio The judge handling an Ohio teenager’s trial stemming from a
newsmakers
newsmakers Western actor Harry Carey Jr. dies at 91 LOS ANGELES Harry Carey Jr., a character
Friday, December 28 (136 stories)
Sobriety checkpoint to be set Saturday in Mahoning County
The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in Mahoning County Saturday. The specific location was not provided in a press release from the task force.
FBI removes many redactions in Marilyn Monroe file
FBI removes many redactions in Marilyn Monroe file LOS ANGELES (AP) — FBI files on Marilyn Monroe
Police at scene of East Side shooting
Police at scene of East Side shooting YOUNGSTOWN —A man was taken to St. Elizabeth Health Center
Tens of thousands still without power in Arkansas
Tens of thousands still without power in Arkansas LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Entergy Arkansas says
Fearful of ban, buyers swarm gun stores
Fearful of ban, buyers swarm gun stores NEW YORK (AP) — The phones at Red’s Trading Post wouldn’t
Obama optimistic on budget solution, but calls for vote if stalemate
President Barack Obama says "the hour for immediate action is here" on a deal to avert the fiscal cliff.
Western character actor Harry Carey Jr. dies at 91
Western character actor Harry Carey Jr. dies at 91 LOS ANGELES (AP) — Harry Carey Jr., a character
Free tax service planned, volunteers needed
Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership again will provide free basic tax service to eligible low- and moderate-income individuals, families and senior citizens.
Coach cleared of child porn wants files sealed
Coach cleared of child porn wants files sealed MANKATO, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota State University,
Young Indian woman gang-raped on bus dies
Doctors say a young Indian woman who was gang-raped and severely beaten on a bus in New Delhi has died at a hospital in Singapore.
Strike likely averted at East Coast ports
Strike likely averted at East Coast ports NEW YORK (AP) — The union for longshoremen along the
Boardman Park taking reservations for facilities for 2013-14
Boardman Park taking reservations for facilities for 2013-14
Blood found on borrowed car in missing girl case
Blood found on borrowed car in missing girl case LAS VEGAS (AP) — Blood was found inside a car
Mexico finds smuggling tunnel near US border
Mexico finds smuggling tunnel near US border PHOENIX (AP) — U.S. officials say Mexican authorities
3 police officers wounded in N.J.; suspect killed
3 police officers wounded in N.J.; suspect killed GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Three Gloucester
US pending home sales rise to highest in more than 2 years
US pending home sales rise to highest in more than 2 years
Pa. governor makes case for endangered Pa. reserve wing
Pa. governor makes case for endangered Pa. reserve wing
Stocks edge lower as 'fiscal cliff' deadline nears
Stocks edge lower as 'fiscal cliff' deadline nears
Warren police investigating shooting by 5-year-old boy
Warren police investigating shooting by 5-year-old boy
Toledo firefighters pull man, dog from burning house
Toledo firefighters pull man, dog from burning house
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES The Ohio Cultural Alliance will meet for a 6 p.m. Jan. 14 dinner meeting at Third
Arms Museum will offer Civil War talk
Arms Museum will offer Civil War talk YOUNGSTOWN A 45-minute talk, “Longing for Home:Christmas
Gun show this weekend at Lowellville Rod and Gun
Lowellville Rod and Gun Club will have a gun show from 9 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The show will be on club grounds, 6225 Quarry Road, and is open to the public.
Men posing as snow shovelers invade Girard home, steal firearms
Police are searching for two men who invaded a home after posing as snow shovelers.
Lordstown council to meet this morning
Lordstown Village Council will have a special meeting at 10 a.m. today at village hall.
Protestant Family Service gets foundation grant
The Youngstown Foundation awarded Protestant Family Service a grant of $4,100 to improve its multipurpose conference room.
Top-10 2012 Mahoning Valley Biz Stories
A look back at this year's major business headlines. Gains in energy development, the housing market and area manufacturing were only a fraction of this year’s top local business headlines.
Warren prosecutor says this case, like Newtown, should focus on mental-health issues
Municipal Court prosecutor says mental-health issues cause some people to end up in trouble with the law
Poland schools band volunteer pleads innocent to indecent exposure
Police say the investigation is ongoing, victim was a minor
Cash reaches milestone in Lordstown win
The junior scored her 1,000th career point in a come-from-behind victory over Lowellville.
Lexter Williams’ conviction upheld, 7th District orders resentencing
The 7th District Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of Lexter Williams, the fugitive armed home invader, but ordered him resentenced.
Giuriceo down with detached retina, but not yet out
The Youngstown boxer suffered a detached retina on Dec. 1.
Hubbard Twp. approves sergeant promotions Thursday night
Sergeants approved for hire during a special meeting Thursday
SPORTS DIGEST || Pavlik fight canceled, Abraham could fill in
Pavlik fight canceled, Abraham could fill in YOUNGSTOWN Andre Ward’s lingering shoulder injury
Youngstown BOE passes reading policy for 3rd-graders
By SUSAN TEBBEN stebben@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Board of Education passed a policy
Sefcik and Fitch hand Struthers its first defeat
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Another of the Valley’s unbeaten has fallen as
McFarland draws 23 more felony charges in gun shop theft
Brett McFarland, 19, of McGuffey Road, now faces one count of breaking and entering and 33 grand theft counts in a Sept. 23 gun shop break-in.
College student’s turtle project reveals dark side of some humans
Associated Press CLEMSON, S.C. Clemson University student Nathan Weaver set out to determine how
Struthers boy, 14, finds comfort in outpouring of support
Ty Cook, 14, and his parents, Shawn and Angela, relax at home. Ty, who had a brain tumor removed in September, is feeling better and resting in preparation for nine months of chemotherapy ahead.
US has 50 years of history in Vietnam
Opinion: HANOI, Vietnam It has been 50 years since President John F. Kennedy ordered U.S. “advisers” to
Hilltop Elementary students learn about robotics
Building upon their successful STEM Week, Hilltop Elementary School parent volunteers have implemented monthly STEM Enrichment Activities, starting this month. The program kicked off Dec. 12 with 138 students attending the December Enrichment Activity, which focused on the science of robotics.
Preschoolers sing to Shepherd of the Valley residents
Students at Kiddin’ Around Preschool went to the Shepherd of the Valley Boardman location Dec. 13 to bring some holiday cheer to the residents there. The children ranged in age from 3 to 5 and many wore festive clothing that matched their holiday theme.
AMS students dance and dine
Seventh- and eighth-grade students at Austintown Middle School participated in a PTA-supported dance at the school Nov. 30. With classics like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” playing in the background, students began their evening with pizza, chips, and sodas and then danced with their friends.
Poland library hosts Hobbit party
The Poland library hosted a party for teens to celebrate the release of the movie, “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey,” to theaters Dec. 14. Walking through the door to the library’s meeting room, decorated to look like the door of a Hobbit home, transported you to a party fit for Middle Earth.
Kravitz back in business at Poland library
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com During the three weeks that the Poland library was closed due
Union gets visit from Pittsburgh Pirates
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The Pittsburgh Pirates Winter Caravan made a stop at Poland
SENIOR SALUTE: BAND EDITION
Names: Katelyn Laubenthal and Alex Spratt Instruments: Katelyn: Flute and Piccolo Alex: Trumpet
Canfield grad starts theater company
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Joe Rosko, son of Fred and Kathy Rosko, is following his
Youth theater company puts on production of ‘Nutcracker’
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The AfterSchool Players, a group of children who attend
High school artists present Synergy projects
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com All forms of art are welcome at Canfield Players Drama
Teen X-Treme group wraps presents to benefit library
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com All day on Dec. 7 there were representatives from various
Boardman library hosts holiday puppet show
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Boardman librarians John Yingling and Katherina Mutasic put
Boardman church tells the Christmas story
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Disciples Christian Church, located on Route 224 in Boardman,
High school chorale takes show on the road
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Two Boardman schools came together Dec. 14 to give Market
SJIHM students present Christmas concert
St. Joseph Immaculate Heart of Mary School presented a Christmas program in the Immaculate Heart of
Watson students experience Polar Express
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Students in one first-grade Watson Elementary School classroom
Woodside assembly teaches lessons in respect
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com For the first time ever, Billy Craig made an appearance at
Pee Wee Phantoms earn key victory
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee AA team avenged two early losses to the Arctic Foxes Pee Wee team by
Austintown native makes ‘green’ ornament
What can you make with an empty tuna can and some construction paper? Or how about old paper towel
JCC offers winter camp during school break
Program for children focuses on the value of giving and more
Gen. Schwarzkopf dies at 78
Retired Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, who topped an illustrious military career by commanding the U.S.-led international coalition that drove Saddam Hussein’s forces out of Kuwait in 1991 but kept a low public profile in controversies over the second Gulf War against Iraq, died Thursday. He was 78.
Austintown Sports Briefs
Softball sign-ups set for Austintown league Austintown girls softball league (slow-pitch) sign-
Canfield Community Briefs
Neighbors sponsors holiday photo contest No doubt, your cameras are ready to work overtime in the
Canfield Police Blotter
Dec. 12 A report of bad checks with insufficient funds charges was made at Bernard Daniels Lumber
Poland Community Briefs
Poland church hosts Alzheimer’s workshop The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area
Poland swim teams split against Alliance
Poland High School swimming and diving team kicked off the season with a split match against
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield swim team hosts pancake breakfast The Canfield High School swim team will host a pancake
Boardman Sports Briefs
Boardman swimmers excel at invitational Boardman sophomore Brooke Bailey placed sixth in the 100
Poland Sports Briefs
Softball sign-ups set for Austintown league Austintown girls softball league (slow-pitch) sign-
Aimee Rice v Michael Fugate
Community Bible Church was the setting when Aimee Rice and Michael Fugate exchanged wedding vows at
Mara Gonzales v Jeffrey Taylor
Mara Leonora Gonzales of Gilbert, Ariz., became the bride of Jeffrey Ryan Taylor, also of Gilbert,
Cramer-Wade nuptials will be December 29
Tom and Dawna Cramer of Green Township are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Lyndsey
Boardman Community Briefs
Neighbors sponsors holiday photo contest No doubt, your cameras are ready to work overtime in the
Ashleigh Santillo, Mr. Young to wed in January, 2013
Ashleigh Marie Santillo and John Laurin Young, both of Boardman, are announcing their engagement.
Raelyn Romito v Brian Deuley
Raelyn Nicole Romito and Brian Charles Deuley, both of Columbus, exchanged wedding vows during a 2
Austintown Community Briefs
Fitch alumni cruise planned An Austintown Fitch Class of 1973 group cruise is booking now. Anyone
Kimberly Buck-Flugan v Mark Roberts
Kimberly Buck-Flugan of Calcutta and Mark Roberts of Austintown exchanged wedding vows July 15 at
State roads are clear in wake of storm
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ohio drivers Thursday picked their way around slick spots left by a
METRO DIGEST || Foul play ruled out in death of infant
Foul play ruled out in death of infant WARREN Preliminary findings show no indication of foul
BUSINESS DIGEST || Anti-fracking group plans march today
Anti-fracking group plans march today YOUNGSTOWN Frackfree Mahoning is having a march today on
Ohio State wins then all but gets left behind
Despite no bowl game, the Buckeyes are ready to move forward
Women escape Springfield Township home fire
Firefighters living near the home responded to the call and caught the other woman in their arms when she jumped from a second-floor window.
oddly enough
oddly enough Brasstown having possum drop, without live possum BRASSTOWN, N.C. A New Year’s
New Year’s Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or
San Jose caps off historic season with win in Military Bowl
The Spartans held off the Bowling Green State University Falcons at RFK Stadium in Washington D.C.
Egypt opposition leaders investigated
Egypt opposition leaders investigated CAIRO Egypt’s chief prosecutor ordered an investigation
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jessica Rusu and Richard Spencer, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 26.
Winter storm blows through East
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. A muted version of a winter storm that has killed more than a
Ohio county has low tax debt
Associated Press LEBANON, Ohio As cities and towns throughout the U.S. and the federal
EPA chief to step down
McClatchy Tribune WASHINGTON EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson said Thursday she is stepping
Forget the cliff; Think jobs
Opinion: By Stephanie Kelton Los Angeles Times Are we approaching a “fiscal cliff?” A slope? An obstacle
Bush getting excellent treatment, chief of staff says
Associated Press HOUSTON Former President George H.W. Bush, who has been hospitalized for more
METRO DIGEST || Jamel Smith pleads innocent in murder
Suspect pleads innocent to murder charges YOUNGSTOWN A suspect in the slaying of a Pontiac,
Early lead helps OSU women roll past VCU
Staff report COLUMBUS The Ohio State women’s basketball team showed no signs of a holiday
Using consumer fireworks on New Year’s Eve is a tradition, and it can be safe if a few common-
Using consumer fireworks on New Year’s Eve is a tradition, and it can be safe if a few common- sense
Johnson out as coach of Brooklyn Nets
Assistant P.J. Carlesimo will coach the Nets on an interim basis.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua M. Palmer, 22, of 7707 Youngstown-Salem Road,
Group offers gun training for Utah teachers
Associated Press WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah Jessica Fiveash sees nothing wrong with arming
Did drugs play role in shootings?
Opinion: Did drugs play role in shootings? The senseless shootings of 20 children and 6 female staff at
Tom Cruise back to doing what he does best still on top
By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer LOS ANGELES Just turned 50, Tom Cruise is eligible for
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 28, the 363rd day of 2012. There are three days remaining in the year.
Turnpike plan good for state, Valley
Opinion: As a growing industrial region in the country, Ohio needs a quality transportation system. The
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY Dec. 21
YBI gives tour of facility
YBI took part in the second annual Y-Town Tech Tour, designed to introduce the city's rapidly growing technology career opportunities and research efforts to visitors.
Sino-friend or -foe?
Opinion: By Michael Justin Lee Baltimore Sun In a few weeks, President Barack Obama and Vice President
birthdays
birthdays Comic book creator Stan Lee (“Spider-Man,” “The Incredible Hulk”) is 90. Actor Martin
Time for sensible changes
Opinion: Time for sensible changes Cincinnati Enquirer: In the days since the latest massacre of
Las Vegas truck driver seeks bond reduction in Club 76 crash
Suren Aramyan, the Las Vegas truck driver who allegedly crashed his rig into Club 76 in Austintown, seeks to lower his $2.5 million bond.
Legendary LeBeau will be back with Steelers
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Armed with a promise from his beloved defensive coordinator that he
Consumers lose confidence as ‘cliff’ nears
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. consumers peering over the “fiscal cliff” don’t like what they
‘fiscal cliff’ Obama invites congressional leaders to talks
Associated Press WASHINGTON A deadline looming, President Barack Obama will meet with
Raquel Allison decorates her tzedakah, or charity box, with hearts and stars during the winter camp
Raquel Allison decorates her tzedakah, or charity box, with hearts and stars during the winter camp
Jobless-aid applications lowest since March ’08
Associated Press WASHINGTON The average number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits over
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 25.21 .04 Avalon
City amends license agreement with V&M
The change allows seamless pipes to keep rolling, city to get paid
newsmakers
newsmakers It’s husband No. 3 for Kate Winslet NEW YORK Kate Winslet has tied the knot again.
Senseless snags thwart action to protect against Asian carp
Editorial: Delays in meaningful action to protect the Great Lakes against the invasive Asian carp are dangerous.
Thursday, December 27 (103 stories)
Jamel Smith pleads innocent in murder of Mich. man
A suspect in the slaying of a Pontiac, Mich., man has pleaded innocent to charges of murder and illegal gun possession.
23 more felony counts filed against Brett McFarland in gun shop case
A McGuffey Road man charged in a Sept. 23 gun shop break-in has been indicted on 23 additional counts of grand theft, one for each gun he is accused of stealing.
Ret. Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf dead at 78
Retired Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, who topped anillustrious military career by commanding the U.S.-led international coalition that drove Saddam Hussein’s forces out of Kuwait in 1991 but kept a low public profile in controversies over the second Gulf War against Iraq, died Thursday. He was 78.
Chief of staff: Bush getting excellent treatment
Chief of staff: Bush getting excellent treatment HOUSTON (AP) — George H.W. Bush’s chief of staff
Vegas police investigate discovery of girl’s body
NORTH LAS VEGAS, Nev. (AP) — Police investigating the disappearance of a 10-year-old Las Vegas girl last week are at the scene of the discovery of a child’s body in an undeveloped housing tract in North Las Vegas.
NY woman accused of scam in name of Conn. victim
NY woman accused of scam in name of Conn. victim HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A New York City woman
POLL: Americans expect 'fiscal cliff' fall, blame Boehner, Republicans
Americans are increasingly doubtful that Congress and the White House will reach a budget deal as the deadline to the “fiscal cliff” approaches, according a new poll, though more said they still think a compromise will eventually be formed out of the fight.
Michigan I-96 shooting suspect arraigned by video
Michigan I-96 shooting suspect arraigned by video HOWELL, Mich. (AP) — A man suspected in a
Beeghlys donate land, dwelling to Mill Creek MetroParks
Beeghlys donate land, dwelling to Mill Creek MetroParks
Anti-fracking rally is Friday on Youngstown's North Side
Anti-fracking rally is Friday on Youngstown's North Side
Vegas police seek information about missing girl
Vegas police seek information about missing girl LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas police are making a
Brasstown having possum drop, without live possum
Brasstown having possum drop, without live possum BRASSTOWN, N.C. (AP) — A New Year’s Eve possum
Official: Endangered whale beached in NYC is dead
Official: Endangered whale beached in NYC is dead NEW YORK (AP) — A wildlife official says an
Pa. man charged with homicide in 100 mph crash that killed teen
Pa. man charged with homicide in 100 mph crash that killed teen
Shuttered after Sandy, NYC hospital partly reopens
Shuttered after Sandy, NYC hospital partly reopens NEW YORK (AP) — A New York City hospital that
Autopsy: NY gunman shot self, not hit by police
Autopsy: NY gunman shot self, not hit by police State police say an autopsy shows the gunman who
Woman set on fire in LA as she sleeps on bench
Woman set on fire in LA as she sleeps on bench LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles police have arrested
Today's Youngstown City Council Park and Playground committee meeting canceled
Youngstown City Council Park and Playground Committee meeting canceled
Storm whips into Northeast bringing snow, rain
Storm whips into Northeast bringing snow, rain CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A powerful winter storm blamed
No deal in sight as deadline to avoid fiscal cliff nears
No deal in sight as deadline to avoid fiscal cliff nears
Plane stuck in snow on tarmac at Pitt International causes delay
Plane stuck in snow on tarmac at Pitt International causes delay
Initial finding: No foul play ruled in death of Warren baby
No foul play ruled in death of Warren baby
Chamber announces contest winners
Chamber announces contest winners COLUMBIANA Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce has announced
'Christmas During the Civil War' program at Arms Museum this weekend
The Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., presents “Longing for Home: Christmas During the Civil War” at 2 and 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday .
Youngstown Board of Control special meeting this morning
The city’s Board of Control will have a special meeting at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the council caucus room on the sixth floor of city hall, 26 S. Phelps St.
Unbeaten Mahoning Valley teams thirsty for next challenges
Six area programs hope to end 2012 on a high note.
Valley's biggest 2012 newsmakers include politicians, mother, singer
Though the Mahoning Valley didn’t experience the anticipated Maya apocalypse, there still were noteworthy stories and plenty of people making news in 2012. Here are the top 10 Newsmakers of the year as compiled by Vindicator editors and reporters.
Retiring Judge Stuard says government policies changed nature of crime
Retiring judge says government policies changed the nature of crime
Man jailed in federal tax fraud, bills paper for using his ‘copyrighted’ name
Steven R. Hinz has billed The Vindicator $6 million for use of his ‘copyrighted’ name in a news story about his guilty plea.
Steelers Roethlisberger doesn’t look like same guy
Steelers Roethlisberger doesn’t look like same guy
Bench dedication for slain YSU student set for Jan. 5
The bench is on Youngstown State University campus
Valley churches to observe 150th anniversary of Emancipation Proclamation
Two Valley clergy groups will sponsor program marking 150th anniversary of historic document.
Warren YMCA closed due to high carbon monoxide levels
Among the 30 to 50 people evacuated were children apparently home for Christmas break.
Cavs secure first back-to-back wins
Tristan Thompson’s three-point play with 24.4 seconds remaining gave the Cleveland Cavaliers their first two-game winning streak of the season as the Cavaliers beat the Washington Wizards, 87-84, on Wednesday night.
METRO DIGEST || Ex-Nazi living in Sharon dies
Infant dead WARREN Police and the Trumbull County coroner are investigating the death of a 2
Warren woman stabs brother on Christmas Eve
Police said the two were arguing, which led the brother to smash everything in the kitchen and living room.
Despite warning, Valley still scurried for snow supplies
Traffic backed up on I-680 northbound near Market Street in Youngsotwn Wednesday afternoon. The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported 22 weather-related accidents fro 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in Mahoning and Trumbull counties.
Sugar and milk trigger acne
Q. I have acne, and it seems that every time I eat anything with sugar, I break out. It also seems
Youngstown spots stay open for those braving the snowstorm
One downtown business said it never closes for weather-related problems.
Clark is more than a typical comedian
Comedian Eddie Clark has never been to Youngstown, but he knows plenty about its boxing history.
The Speedbumps take a turn for the orchestral
Here’s a pop quiz for you: What are a few hollow-bodied instruments?
Opera and rock 'n' roll provided the soundtrack of 2012
Lawrence Brownlee was in St. Petersburg, Russia, this week to sing at a Christmas-night concert with that city’s famed orchestra.
On New Year's eve, hang out with Michael Stanley
There’s something about New Year’s Eve shows and Michael Stanley that go together.
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
FIRST-RUN MOVIES
FIRST-RUN Cirque Du Soleil: Worlds Away (PG) ss A young couple are separated and must journey
NIGHTLIFE
Aces Wings, 1738 Boardman-Poland Road, Boardman; 330-757-3835 Sat: High Noon, 9:30 p.m. Backyard
WTG
Today Children Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., Public Library
A cost savings plan for all
Opinion: WASHINGTON The cliff talks have disintegrated, victim of the Crazy Caucus also known as the
Building department hiring wrong move in Youngstown
Editorial: We were on the verge of giving Youngstown Mayor Charles Sammarone a round of applause for
Know-it-alls are ruining the world
Opinion: Random thoughts on the passing scene: When I was growing up, an older member of the family used to
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Eye-opener for gun business
Opinion: By JIM HIGHTOWER OtherWords Wall Street financial hucksters can be downright satanic in their
Brave men and women who dare in the face of danger
Opinion: As the year draws to a close, I want to pay tribute to a few brave men and women who have been
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 25.17 .13 Avalon
Blocked punt helps CMU beat WKU
Detroit Free Press Detroit Ryan Radcliff was 19-for-29 for 253 yards and three touchdowns as
Large, powerful storm heads east
Associated Press A powerful winter storm system pounded the nation’s midsection Wednesday and
Fees hurt fliers’ ability to compare fares
Associated Press WASHINGTON For many passengers, air travel is only about finding the cheapest
birthdays
birthdays Guitarist Scotty Moore (Elvis Presley’s band) is 81. Actor John Amos (“Men In Trees,”
The truth about cold and flu myths
By Nancy Churnin The Dallas Morning News Nobody wants the common cold as a guest, but the upper
New laws address gays, immigration, kids
Associated Press Measures on gay rights and child safety are among the top state laws taking
Stores depending on shopping post-holiday to salvage season
Associated Press Bargain-hungry Americans will need to go on a post-Christmas spending binge to
‘Cliff’ looms: Kicking the can, Washington-style
Associated Press WASHINGTON When it comes to the nation’s budget challenges, congressional
Wednesday around the NFL
Browns: The longest-tenured player in Cleveland will finally be playing in Hawaii. Browns kicker
Free workshops
Free workshops POLAND The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter is offering
Let’s take one last look before changing the calendar
At the end of each year, we like to look back and take stock of what transpired in the past 12
OSU’s Glenville pipeline delivers another recruit
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS After Marcelys Jones called Ohio State coach Urban
US home prices rose in October compared with year ago
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. home prices rose in most major cities in October compared with
Starbucks cups in Washington come with political message
Associated Press NEW YORK Starbucks is using its coffee cups to jump into the political fray in
Bush moved to ICU
Bush moved to ICU HOUSTON Former President George H.W. Bush has been admitted to the intensive-
“dancing with the stars: ALL-STARS” (9 P.M., ABC): They came, they saw, they did the
“dancing with the stars: ALL-STARS” (9 P.M., ABC): They came, they saw, they did the rumba. Now,
Settlement reached in Toyota case
Settlement reached in Toyota case LOS ANGELES Toyota Motor Corp. said Wednesday it has reached a
Syrian minister leaves Beirut; top general joins opposition
Associated Press BEIRUT Syria’s wounded interior minister cut short his treatment at a Beirut
New Year’s Day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Patrick R. Stuhldreher, 24, of 4851 Westchester
Tackling substance abuse
Opinion: The Herald-Dispatch, Huntington: West Virginia admittedly has a long way to go toward getting a grip
oddly enough
oddly enough Sweden: Foreigner angered over gray Santa outfit STOCKHOLM Police in Sweden had
newsmakers
newsmakers Peter Parker meets his death in comic PHILADELPHIA After 50 years of spinning webs
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “9 to 5: The Musical,SDRq New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle,
Wednesday, December 26 (113 stories)
2 women escape burning home in Springfield Twp.
A fire at a home forced a woman to jump from a second-story window.
Covelli Enterprises to sponsor Kokrak
PGA Tour golfer Jason Kokrak reportedly will be sponsored by Covelli Enterprises
Hawaii lieutenant gov. picked to fill Senate seat
Hawaii lieutenant gov. picked to fill Senate seat HONOLULU (AP) — Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz of Hawaii
Newtown, Conn., officials request halt to gifts
Newtown, Conn., officials request halt to gifts NEWTOWN, Conn. (AP) — Officials in Newtown, Conn.,
Spokesman: George H.W. Bush in intensive care
Spokesman: George H.W. Bush in intensive care HOUSTON (AP) — Former President George H.W. Bush has
Sharon ex-Nazi guard dies, buried in Hermitage
A former Nazi concentration camp guard who had been fighting U.S. attempts to deport him has died, his lawyer says.
Woman, 4 kids found dead after Oklahoma City fire
Woman, 4 kids found dead after Oklahoma City fire OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Firefighters discovered the
Grim limbo for NYC’s nursing home evacuees
Grim limbo for NYC’s nursing home evacuees NEW YORK (AP) — Hundreds of elderly New Yorkers
Warren authorities investigating death of 2-month-old Christmas day
Police and the Trumbull County coroner are investigating the death of a 2-month-old baby at an apartment on Shalom Avenue Northwest Christmas day.
Group offers weapons training for Utah teachers
Group offers weapons training for Utah teachers SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah group is offering
WEATHER UPDATE | Area parking bans, entities closed today because of snow storm
Area parking bans, entities closed today because of snow storm
Beer sales help rebuild monastery in NorCal
Beer sales help rebuild monastery in NorCal VINA, Calif. (AP) — Monks in a small Northern
Area Agency on Aging 11 closed today due to snow storm
Area Agency on Aging 11 closed today due to snow storm
Mahoning County Courthouse, offices, closing at 2 p.m.
Mahoning County Courthouse, offices, closing at 2 p.m.
Bush spokesman says ex-president’s fever is gone
Bush spokesman says ex-president’s fever is gone HOUSTON (AP) — A spokesman says the fever that
Oh Wow! children's center closing at 2 p.m. today because of snow storm
Oh Wow! children's center closing at 2 p.m. today because of snow storm
YMCA cancels classes for tonight because of snow
YMCA cancels classes for tonight because of snow Youngstown The Youngstown Central YMCA, 17 N.
Arms Museum schedules Civil War Christmas presentation
Arms Museum schedules Civil War Christmas presentation Youngstown The Arms Family Museum, 648
Mahoning County libraries closing at 2 p.m. today because of snow
Mahoning County libraries closing at 2 p.m. today
Kwanzaa event at New Bethel Baptist Church canceled
Kwanzaa event at New Bethel Baptist Church canceled
Brookfield Township posts snow emergency, Arms Museum closed
Brookfield Township post snow emergency, Arms Museum closed
Rocky Ridge Neighborhood Association meeting canceled tonight
Rocky Ridge Neighborhood Association meeting canceled tonight
YSU and Campbell City offices closed because of snow
YSU and Campbell City offices closed because of snow
Youngstown Board of Control has special meeting Thursday
Youngstown Board of Control has special meeting Thursday
Warren-Trumbull County Public Library closing at 4 p.m. today
Warren-Trumbull County Public Library closing at 4 p.m. today
Mill Creek MetroParks has no plans to close early today
Mill Creek MetroParks has no plans to close early today
Sewing guild installs officers at annual holiday party
Barbara Springer announced as 2012 member of the year
Ohio schools officer to plead guilty to sex charge
Ohio schools officer to plead guilty to sex charge
Youngstown Park & Playgrounds Committee meets Thursday
Youngstown Park & Playgrounds Committee meets Thursday
Snow emergencies declared in Youngstown, Weathersfield Twp.
Snow emergencies declared in Youngstown, Weathersfield Twp.
Marcellus Shale natural gas production expanded in 2012
Marcellus Shale natural gas production expanded in 2012
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., will serve fish dinners from 3:30 to 7
Year of the comeback in the NFL
Peyton Manning, Adrian Peterson, Chuck Pagano among those who battle back from adversity.
Poland clergy wants Sunday sports practices limited
School board plans to reinforce, refine policy at January meeting
Stephanie Mansour doesn’t let handicap be impediment
Store owner built business listening to her customers' requests.
Youngstown youth flag football team back in Florida
Mike Marantis’ United States Flag and Touch Football League squad will compete at the national tournament Jan. 19-20.
JOE SCALZO | A Solution to public-private problem?
Coldwater athletic director Eric Goodwin believes the answer to the public-private debate is simple.
New welding class energizes, enlightens students at Choffin
It’s the first year for the welding program at Choffin Career and Technical Center and 22 students are enrolled
Impact of fracking on air pollution still debated
Study from MIT determines that fugitive methane emissions from fracking are lower previously thought.
Trumbull County jail officer counts on cancer remission after Ark. treatments
A Girard man who has battled a type of cancer called multiple myeloma for five years spent 12 weeks in Arkansas receiving treatments that he and his family hope will give him a lasting remission.
Optimistic offseason for Penn State
There is no bowl game this winter for the Nittany Lions. But there is hope.
Austintown 7th-graders get on their Soap Box for learning
By SUSAN TEBBEN stebben@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN With the help of a grant from a local nonprofit,
Ryan: Tebow would have run wildcat
The Jets coach insisted Tebow was willing to play in any role Sunday against San Diego.
Campbell seeks grant for minibus for seniors
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The city is applying for a grant for a new
Wintry blast to arrive in Valley today
Staff/wire report A winter storm warning is in effect from 7 a.m. today to 7 a.m. Thursday,
Hams Beauty & Barber offers hairstyles, then life coaching
Elliot Hamilton, who owns Hams Beauty and Barbershop with his sister, Kim Hamilton, cuts Glenn Snider's hair. Unlike other salons, Hams’ stylists and barbers finish up customers, then offer life coaching, all under one roof. Kim Hamilton is a trained life coach.
4 at YSU get scholarships
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Four Youngstown State University students have been awarded the
Holiday retail sales weakest since 2008
U.S. holiday retail sales this year were the weakest since 2008, when the nation was in a deep recession.
Support for guns in America runs far deeper than politics
Associated Press BRYAN, Texas Adam Lanza’s mother was among the tens of millions of U.S. gun
Serve up delicious holiday party dishes
Family Features For many home cooks, the choice of a main dish is simple — but choosing all the
The perfect recipe for a happy and healthy holiday season
Family Features It can be challenging to eat right during the holidays, especially when the
What about the agonized loners?
Opinion: One spring, when my son Michael was 6, we heard the shrieks of a baby rabbit outside. I went out and
As the year winds down, let’s give a shout out to some of the most enduring icons of pop
As the year winds down, let’s give a shout out to some of the most enduring icons of pop culture.
Making a ‘B’ line to the cliff
Opinion: WASHINGTON Blame John Boehner. Feel sorry for Boehner, sure — he is a decent man, a willing
TOP 10 MOVIES OF 2012
By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer The top 10 films of 2012, according to Associatede Press movie
Youngstown board worked with fiscal commission on its budget
Opinion: Youngstown board worked with fiscal commission on its budget In response to the Vindicator’s Dec.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Youngstown City Council Safety Committee, 5 p.m., caucus room, sixth floor of
Meat eaters respond
Meat eaters respond Ross Morrone got a lot of good feedback about other carnivores who appreciate
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 26, the 361st day of 2012. There are five days left in the year. The seven-
It’s time to abolish the debt ceiling
Opinion: By Philip G. JOYCE and ROY T. MEYERS Baltimore Sun The announcement that House Speaker John
Kennedy Center Honors pay tribute to legends
By Rich Heldenfels Akron Beacon Journal The Kennedy Center Honors are meant to venerate, to
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Hance Dennis, judgment entered. State v. Iesha N.
Let’s not forget the worst
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Statistically, Hollywood has an easy time of it,
The year in review
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2013 burgers
2013 burgers Happy holidays from the guys! Get your favorite burger-joint on their 2013 hit list
METRO DIGEST || Reporting prep results
Reporting prep results The Vindicator encourages coaches and statisticians to report winter prep
METRO DIGEST || Classes for kids at Jewish center
YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is
Shooting victims remembered on Christmas
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. Newtown celebrated Christmas amid piles of snow-covered teddy
Pope delivers Christmas message
Associated Press VATICAN CITY In his Christmas message to the world Tuesday, Pope Benedict XVI
Kwanzaa offers guidance to steer through adversity
Editorial: As Americans begin the final week of a particularly troubling year, all of us can take some degree
Openness in government
Opinion: The Missouri, Washington, Mo.: As the curtain is about to fall on another year, and we are about to
Eagles’ Avant rises from gangs to gospel
The 29-year-old wide receiver is not your ordinary professional athlete.
Scout files released online
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The Los Angeles Times on Tuesday released about 1,200 previously
Los Lakers beat New York Knicks to get back to .500
Kobe Bryant engineers second-half comeback, and defense steps up in Tuesday’s 100-94 win.
Woman’s throat slit in Northeast Ohio
Associated Press CLEVELAND A Northeast Ohio man is facing an attempted murder charge after
newsmakers
newsmakers Ben Affleck won’t run for US Senate in Mass. BOSTON Ben Affleck is taking his name
Toledo man killed in wrong-way crash
Associated Press TOLEDO A 26-year-old Toledo man has been killed in a head-on, wrong-way crash
Big second quarter boosts Celtics over Nets
Boston’s Rajon Rondo scores 19 points in his first full game against Brooklyn this season.
Baby Jesus stolen
Associated Press CINCINNATI A baby Jesus figure has been stolen from a popular live nativity
Syrian rebels make more gains in north
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American diplomats at risk
Opinion: Soon — perhaps very soon — the Syrian government of Bashar Assad will fall. On that day, and for
Netflix streaming service back online
Netflix streaming service back online Those hoping to spend the holiday watching streaming video
Health care tax increases for 2013 may be just a start
Associated Press WASHINGTON New taxes are coming Jan. 1 to help finance President Barack Obama’s
Birthdays
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Prosecutors seek mandatory jury trials
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio prosecutors say they’re not giving up in their efforts to pass a
Various ways exist to avoid fiscal cliff
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON When President Barack Obama and Congress return to Washington
Killer left chilling note before shooting firemen
Associated Press WEBSTER, N.Y. An ex-con killed two firefighters with the same caliber and make
Tuesday, December 25 (63 stories)
Egypt's new constitution approved, but backlash possible
The official approval of Egypt's disputed, Islamist-backed constitution Tuesday held out little hope of stabilizing the country after two years of turmoil and Islamist President Mohammed Morsi may now face a more immediate crisis with the economy falling deeper into distress.
Syrian rebels capture northern town, attack air base
Syrian rebels fully captured a northern town near the Turkish border on Tuesday after weeks of heavy fighting and attacked a regime air base in a neighboring province, activists said.
Christmas in Newtown, visitors reach out to help
Newtown celebrated Christmas amid piles of snow-covered teddy bears, long lines of stockings and heaps of flowers as volunteers manned a 24-hour candlelight vigil in memory of the 20 children and six educators gunned down at an elementary school just 11 days before the holiday.
Mideast, China focus of Pope's Christmas message
In his Christmas message to the world Tuesday, Pope Benedict XVI called for an end to the slaughter in Syria and for more meaningful negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians, while encouraging more religious freedom under China's new leaders.
Snowstorm to set in Wednesday morning
A winter storm warning is in effect from 7 a.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service in Cleveland.
Ex-con who killed firefighters said killing people what he liked best
The ex-con who lured two firefighters to their deaths in a blaze of gunfire left a rambling typewritten note saying he wanted to burn down the neighborhood and "do what I like doing best, killing people," police said Tuesday as they recovered burned human remains believed to be the gunman's missing sister.
Shannon O'Hara | Joseph Seifert
YOUNGSTOWN Shannon M. O’Hara and Joseph L. Seifert, both of McDonald, were united in marriage Aug.
Joni Maga | Bryan Sereny
MEXICO Dr. Joni Marie Maga of Boardman and Bryan Edmond Sereny of Miami, Fla., exchanged vows
JCC offers Hebrew and fracking classes
JCC offers Hebrew and fracking classes YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane,
Trumbull woman charged with nearly 100 crimes since 2001
Her criminal career began at 19 with an arrest in Youngstown
Campbell traffic stop turns up crack, powdered cocaine
A New Castle, Pa., was charged with trafficking in drugs, a first-degree felony, and possessing drug paraphernalia.
Shurmur defends late tactics
Associated Press BEREA Though two of his star players got hurt, Browns coach Pat Shurmur
Colts coach returns after leukemia treatment
Chuck Pagano was so eager to get back to work Monday, he was the first one to show up at team headquarters.
Boren, Buckeyes grew from ‘grind’
By Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS If ever a book is written about fullback-turned-
Altiere: Changes in PERS led to retirement
In 2010 and 2011, seven elected officials filed paperwork as required by state law indicating that they would be retiring before the start of their next term in office.
Miller out as Steelers face futile finale
For the first time in his scareer, Mike Tomlin will go into a game with his team already eliminated from playoff contention
Carroll’s Seahawks clinch playoff spot
Russell Wilson threw a career-high four TD passes as the Seahawks routed the 49ers
prep schedule
wednesday, december 26 BOYS BASKETBALL Varsity at 7:30 p.m. unless noted Warren JFK at East
Youth prisons are improving, new report says
Associated Press COLUMBUS Some changes to Ohio’s youth prison system are a model for the nation,
The spirit of Christmas is one of strength and renewal
Editorial: Christmas has become so wrapped in tissue paper and ribbon, so dominated by commercialism, so
Girard Christmas Day miracle twins mark 3rd birthdays.
Their parents feel less stressed each Christmas Day.
Christmas is about birth of a child and a caring family
Opinion: My father drove a 1966 Colony Park station wagon. It was the first new car my family ever owned.
The First Christmas
Editorial: And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the
In ‘God’s waiting room’
Opinion: By Stephen B. AWALT Baltimore Sun Here they are, the greatest generation, looking pretty
Give a gift that matters
Opinion: Quick, what did you give or receive last year? How about two years ago? Most of us can’t remember,
‘Les Miz’ never lets up
By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP Movie Critic Tom Hooper’s extravaganza, big-screen telling of the beloved
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robyn J. Anderson, 41, of 976 Fair Ave., Salem, and
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
Saying farewell to an old friend
Opinion: Saying farewell to an old friend She was my friend, my walk- ing partner, my defender, my dog. I
TOP ALBUMS OF
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‘Parental Guidance’ does the shtick
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service The family-friendliest movie comedy this holiday
Years Ago
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Expressions of hope flow into Newtown
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. More messages of hope and solidarity poured into Newtown on
— holiday shopping SEmD
Associated Press NEW YORK Shoppers who waited until the final days before Christmas were
The fiscal cliff: What’s at stake without a deal?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Efforts to save the nation from going over a year-end “fiscal cliff”
It’s time to give gifts, not grief
Josh Cribbs was frustrated. The Cleveland Browns’ return specialist had muffed a punt, which led to
Official: SEAL died of gunshot wound to head
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. military officials are investigating the apparent suicide of a
As veterans return, PTSD showing up in workplace
Atlanta Journal-Constitution At a recent weekly staff meeting, human-resources manager Zetta
Collector seeks home for TV memorabilia
Associated Press LOS ANGELES James Comisar is the first to acknowledge that more than a few have
US Army teams to help train African countries
Associated Press WASHINGTON A U.S. Army brigade will begin sending small teams into as many as
Hero Teachers
Associated Press Hung on a building in the Connecticut town where 20 children and six adults were
‘Odd Couple’ actor Jack Klugman dies
‘Odd Couple’ actor Jack Klugman dies LOS ANGELES Jack Klugman, the prolific, craggy-faced
Brandi Brown honored
Brandi Brown honored youngstown Youngstown State senior women’s basketball player Brandi Brown
Oil prices drop
Associated Press NEW YORK The price of oil fell slightly Monday during a shortened trading day.
Stocks dip with budget deal in doubt
Stocks dip with budget deal in doubt Stocks fell in light trading Monday during a shortened
Gunman sets ‘trap’ for NY firefighters
Associated Press WEBSTER, N.Y. An ex-con gunned down two firefighters after luring them to his
'Operation Snowflake' takes place today
B'nai B'rith members volunteer to enable some to spend Christmas with their families
OSU studies Alzheimer’s drug for autistic kids
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State University is participating in a clinical research program
Mahoning daughters celebrate 120 years of preserving history
In April, 2013, the Mahoning chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will celebrate 120 years as an organization. They were the second chapter organized in Ohio and they struggle to find younger members with the time to put into an organization with so much history.
KARA COOPER at a glance
Age: 23 High School: Youngstown Christian, 2008 graduate Team: Karlsruhe Sport Club Former
Births
Births ST. Joseph Health Center Jesse and Julie Riggleman, Brookfield, boy, Dec. 22. Stephanie
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Pope marks Christmas Eve
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI marked Christmas Eve with Mass in St. Peter’s
newsmakers
newsmakers College collects poet’s Christmas cards HANOVER, N.H. For the last 28 years of his
Gospel Jubilee set for New Year’s Eve
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Bob Hunter: Young Bucks misse the mark
It would be a mistake to say that Ohio State shot itself in the foot against Kansas on Saturday, because it obviously would have missed
Ex-President George H.W. Bush to spend Christmas in hospital
Associated Press HOUSTON Former President George H.W. Bush will spend Christmas in a Houston
Monday, December 24 (69 stories)
Authorities cancel Amber Alert for Massillon mom, son
Authorities cancel Amber Alert for Massillon mom, son
Idaho’s Crapo had image as Mormon teetotaler
Idaho’s Crapo had image as Mormon teetotaler BOISE, Idaho (AP) — When U.S. Sen. Mike Crapo
Police officer among 2 fatally shot in Houston
Police officer among 2 fatally shot in Houston HOUSTON (AP) — A Houston traffic stop ended with a
Wis. police investigate slaying of on-duty officer
Wis. police investigate slaying of on-duty officer MILWAUKEE (AP) — A suburban Milwaukee police
NY gunman had served time for grandmother’s death
NY gunman had served time for grandmother’s death WEBSTER, N.Y. (AP) — Police in New York state
Stocks fall at midday as budget-deal hopes fade
Stocks fall at midday as budget-deal hopes fade Stocks are down at midday with hopes dimming that
Messages of hope pouring into Newtown, Conn.
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Police officer among 2 fatally shot in Houston
Police officer among 2 fatally shot in Houston HOUSTON (AP) — A police officer has died of gunshot
UPDATE: 4 firefighters shot, 2 fatally, in western NY
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NORAD volunteers take calls about Santa’s progress
NORAD volunteers take calls about Santa’s progress PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. (AP) —
4 firefighters shot, 2 dead in western NY
4 firefighters shot, 2 dead in western NY WEBSTER, N.Y. (AP) -- The police chief in Webster, N.Y.,
Afghan policewoman kills US adviser in Kabul
Afghan policewoman kills US adviser in Kabul KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) - An Afghan policewoman shot
Sentencing delayed for Iraqis in terror case
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Ex-Marine hospitalized after release from Mexico
Ex-Marine hospitalized after release from Mexico MIAMI (AP) — A Marine veteran jailed for months
Firefighter shot at scene of blaze in western NY
Firefighter shot at scene of blaze in western NY WEBSTER, N.Y. (AP) — Authorities say a
Police find ‘mobile meth lab’ in Wal-Mart lot
Police find ‘mobile meth lab’ in Wal-Mart lot POTTSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Shoppers doing some last-
Remains are those of missing W. Pa. man, 80
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WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS St. Patrick’s Home and School in Hubbard will be sponsoring a marketplace and craft
Republican US Sen. Crapo from Idaho arrested on DUI charge
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Lions’ Johnson sets yards record
The Detroit Lions have gotten quite a return on the $132 million, eight-year investment they made in Calvin Johnson nine months ago.
Merger of dog kennel and welfare league is under negotiation
Merger of dog kennel and welfare league is under negotiation
Wendell August Forge will finally replace workshop
Wendell August Forge will break ground on its new facility in January.
Sandusky says he’s trying to learn from events
The former Penn State coach still maintains innocence
Newtown faces Christmas
By CHRISTOPHER SULLIVAN Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. Bells and lights and gifts: These have
Loaves of love
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com LISBON Homemade gifts come from the heart and hands.
Bringing light into the darkest month
Opinion: By Jennifer Wheary Newsday After superstorm Sandy and the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary,
Four 20-minute outdoor Live Nativity productions were performed Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church in
Four 20-minute outdoor Live Nativity productions were performed Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church in
As public funding dwindles, thousands of Ohio schoolteachers lose their jobs
Associated Press CINCINNATI Fewer dollars for Ohio schools has meant fewer teachers in
Remains of missing man identified
The remains of Donald Lee Mariacher, who went missing in July, have been identified by the Mercer County Coroner's office.
Skateboarding across South Africa
The Poland native is involved with an effort to promote skateboarding in South Africa
Efforts of many helped seniors
Opinion: Efforts of many helped seniors On behalf of the staff at Home Instead Senior Care, I would like to
Y-Town Tech Tour will be Thursday in downtown
Y-Town Tech Tour will be Thursday in downtown youngstown The second annual Y-Town Tech Tour
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS .268 Source: MLB
Career batting average for former MLB player Ryan Freel, 36, who died from a self-inflicted gun
TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark A. Drewnoski, 54, of 3977 Jeanette Drive SE,
“Averting this middle class tax hike is not a Democratic responsibility or a Republican
“Averting this middle class tax hike is not a Democratic responsibility or a Republican
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz Answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA 9 6 5 uK Q 8 3 v4 wA 10
‘The worst week of my life’
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. The grief will not end. Yet the healing must begin. So as the
Christmas HOLIDAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed today and/or
Years Ago
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Police, family troubled by 2010 murder
Associated Press COLUMBUS Two years after a young Columbus woman was brutally stabbed to death
Ranchers split over US border plan
Ranchers split over US border plan NOGALES, Ariz. When Dan Bell drives through his 35,000-acre
Lieberman fears country may go over ‘fiscal cliff’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senators bickered Sunday over who’s to blame for lurching the
Kresge Building awarded tax credit
Ohio Development Services Agency Announces a $983,750 historic preservation credit for Kresge Building
Nativity scenes come alive at Cornersburg church
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite having no acting experience, Kelsey
NRA opposes any new gun restrictions
Associated Press WASHINGTON An unwavering National Rifle Association said Sunday that new gun
‘Django’ shoots, misses mark
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Bullets, bullwhips and beatings produce slo-mo
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Hobbit’ extends No. 1 journey with $36.7M LOS ANGELES Tiny hobbit Bilbo Baggins is
Reid targets filibuster in the Senate
Opinion: WASHINGTON Ideas are not responsible for the people who believe them, but when evaluating Senate
Music of the soul
Opinion: By Partha Banerjee McClatchy-Tribune We need to give proper credit to Ravi Shankar, the Indian
Nitro’s Law deserved better treatment in General Assembly
Editorial: Nitro’s Law would have seemed to be a bill that would sail through the Ohio General Assembly in days
‘Dishonored’ tops a diverse year in video games Top 10 VIDEO GAMES of 2012
By LOU KESTEN Associated Press The video-game universe in 2012 is a study in extremes. At
Film producer Barry Mendel teams with writer- director Judd Apatow for his latest movie, “This
Film producer Barry Mendel teams with writer- director Judd Apatow for his latest movie, “This Is
HO HO HOLY DISCOUNT
Associated Press VATICAN CITY Anyone left on your Christmas list just aching for a 65-inch
Longing for spirit of Santa
Opinion: I’m not sure when I stopped believing in Santa Claus the individual, but it was well before I first
Few tests done at toxic sites after superstorm
Associated Press OLD BRIDGE, N.J. For more than a month, the U.S. Environmental Protection
Yes, Virginia
Editorial: EDITOR’S NOTE: The following editorial, among the most famous ever written, appeared in The New York
Audits over illegal immigrants rising
Audits over illegal immigrants rising SEATTLE U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reached
Sunday, December 23 (112 stories)
Tenacious-but-overmatched Browns fall to Broncos 34-12
Tenacious-but-overmatched Browns fall to Broncos 34-12 Associated Press DENVER In the span
Dozens watch Nativity scenes unfold live in Cornersburg
Dozens watch Nativity scenes unfold live in Cornersburg By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com
Many factors dampen holiday shopping’s last weekend
Many factors dampen holiday shopping’s last weekend Associated Press ATLANTA Last-minute
Mercer County coroner IDs body of man found by hunter
Mercer County coroner IDs body of man found by hunter Staff report MERCER, PA. A body found
Ohio loses thousands of public school teachers to budget cuts
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Business Incubator, OH WOW! plan 2nd annual Y-Town Tech Tour Thursday
Business Incubator, OH WOW! plan 2nd annual Y-Town Tech Tour Thursday Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
Bengals clinch playoff berth in defeat of Steelers 13-10
Bengals clinch playoff berth in defeat of Steelers 13-10 Associated Press PITTSBURGH Josh
Senators bicker as nation stands on the brink of ‘fiscal cliff’ and higher taxes
Senators bicker as nation stands on the brink of ‘fiscal cliff’ and higher taxes Associated Press
Former President George H. W. Bush remains hospitalized
Former President George H. W. Bush remains hospitalized Associated Press HOUSTON President
Merger of Trumbull kennel, animal welfare league under negotiation
Merger of Trumbull kennel, animal welfare league under negotiation Staff report WARREN Seven
Planned gun range 100 yards from elementary schools irks parents
Planned gun range 100 yards from elementary schools irks parents Associated Press CINCINNATI
Ohio patrol investigates head-on crash that kills 4, seriously injures 2 children
Ohio patrol investigates head-on crash that kills 4, seriously injures 2 children Associated
Jessica M. Griswold | Jordan E. Zamary
YOUNGSTOWN St. Columba Cathedral provided the setting Aug. 4 as Jessica Marie Griswold and Jordan
Julie Engle | Andrew Christofaris
WARREN Julie Engle of Cortland and Andrew Christofaris of Newton Falls exchanged vows Oct. 27 in
Katherine Fisher | Royce Best
POLAND Katherine Lee Fisher and Royce Lee Best, both of Poland, were united in marriage during a
Shari Smith | William Merdich
Leetonia Shari L. Smith and William J. Merdich, both of Leetonia, exchanged vows Sept. 15 at
Kimberly Kowach | Joseph Flood
YOUNGSTOWN St. Columba Cathedral provided the setting for the Aug. 18 exchange of vows between
Megan Hostetler | Bryan Seara
WARREN Megan Nicolle Hostetler and Bryan Matthew Seara exchanged vows June 16 at at Blessed
Camps honored for 60th with dinner and party
LEETONIA Mr. and Mrs. Sam Camp of Leetonia celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in June with
JCC is sponsoring classes for kids
JCC is sponsoring classes for kids YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center, 505 Gypsy Lane, is
Popular cookie-table theme chosen for new historical center fundraiser
Guests will likely think they are attending a wedding reception.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following activities: Wednesday,
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Recycle your Christmas trees, wrapping paper, cards at these sites
The Recycling Division of Mahoning County is engaged in the recycling of Christmas trees, gift-wrapping paper and greeting cards now through Jan. 31.
New Mahoning Land Bank website
The Mahoning County Land Bank has launched a new website for those interested in restoring vacant, tax-delinquent land to productive use.
Music and cafe night Jan. 12
Glenwood Christian Fellowship and Goodness Grows are hosting a “Sounds and Grounds” benefit from 5 to 10 p.m. Jan. 12.
The Vindicator FALL ATHLETES
The best of the best in area high school sports — from football, golf, cross country, soccer and tennis — as chosen by The Vindicator.
MV schools addressing security, troubled kids after Newtown shootings
Valley schools address security, training and outreach following Newtown shootings
Talent-laden Lincoln too much for Irish
By John Bassetti bassetti@vindy.com Youngstown It didn’t take long to assess the quality of
Program aims to help ex-convicts find jobs
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN What could be more politically incorrect than offering
Mayor Sammarone says Covelli Centre is ‘not an anchor for downtown’
Mayor wants to sell or lease; no council supports a sale and all but one is leaning against a lease
Lowry rolls personal-best 815 series at Holiday
Dennis Lowry is just your average bowler — your 225-average bowler. No wonder then, that the 43
Sheriff Wellington retires after 6 decades in law enforcement
From street-corner call boxes and one-way radios to fax machines, 911 centers, cellular phones, the Internet, cruiser-mounted computer terminals and dash cams, Sheriff Randall A. Wellington has seen law enforcement technology grow exponentially.
Mahoning deputies help make these kids' Christmases bright
By BOB JACKSON news@vindy.com BOARDMAN Sometimes, it’s a good thing to be within reach of
Preps at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Beaver Local 80, Oak Glen, W.Va., 41 Bristol 86, Columbiana 53
Holmgren is gone; more sure to follow
As the Cleveland Browns finish off another losing season, there are again more questions than
Poland commission denies plans for senior living complex
Developers seek variance to build 51-unit senior apartment complex
Kwanzaa celebration set this week in Youngstown
The weeklong event, first celebrated in 1966, intertwines African traditions with black American customs.
MYCAP has energy-assistance programs available
The programs are in place to help individuals and families who currently do not have any electric or gas service, or they have been notified there will be a disconnection of these services.
Jake Young | Lakeview soccer
Although he hasn’t been a Bulldog for life, Jake Young was key in turning Lakeview into one of the most consistent programs in the area.
Rachel Sines Golf, Poland
Without hesitation, Poland’s Rachel Sines will say that her favorite golf course is Ohio State’s
Sabrina Mangapora | Canfield volleyball
Ball State-bound, she earned 1,000 kills in her high school career
Woman's faith and love of family help her overcome cancer
Heather Hynek of Boardman shares a playful moment with her daughter, Violet Grace, 3, and husband Aaron. When Heather was pregnant with Violet, she was diagnosed with stage-four non-small cell lung cancer, which had spread to her brain. Because she was pregnant, treating the cancer was very dangerous, but she survived and Violet was born without developmental disabilities.
TOWARD SAFER SCHOOLS IN THE VALLEY | What districts are doing What’s been happening in some Mahoning Valley school districts since the Newtown, Conn., shootings:
Boardman: Rumors of an act of violence occurring Friday at Boardman High School swirled last week
Buddy & Jayden: reasons for the season
Opinion: You likely know about Youngstown’s Jayden Barber. You probably don’t know about Austintown’s John
IMMACULATE RECEPTION
IMMACULATE RECEPTION Looking back and remembering a friend Fanfare, I want to remind my
TRUMBULL, COLUMBIANA COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints General Motors v. Paul Preston, money. Emmanuel
Obama, family arrive in Hawaii for vacation
Los Angeles Times KANEOHE, Hawaii President Barack Obama began the holiday weekend as far
Both sides of gun debate give Obama ‘F’
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Even before he became president, Barack Obama stressed the
Steelers, Bengals starting playoffs early
Today’s game amounts to an elimination game for Pittsburgh and Cincinnati.
Veterans face hurdle in job search
Associated Press CINCINNATI A major concern for Daniel Gentry upon leaving the Army always has
Nation inundates mourning Newtown with gifts and donations
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. Newtown’s children were showered with gifts Saturday — tens of
newsmakers
newsmakers Reggae’s Buju Banton awaits ruling on mistrial TAMPA, Fla. A Florida juror who
HOLIDAY GO&DO
toDAY YOUNGSTOWN: Winter Nights Walk, 5 to 7 p.m., Fellows Riverside Gardens. Music, cocoa and
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. Did the young actress who played Cindy Lou Who in the Grinch movie continue
Russia has no plans to offer refuge to Assad
Associated Press BEIRUT Russia would welcome any country’s offer of safe haven for Syrian
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
METRO DIGEST || Recycling offered for holiday items
Recycling offered for holiday items YOUNGSTOWN The Recycling Division of Mahoning County is
Lexi Cintron makes Christmas brighter for many
The 12-year-old was a tot herself when she started her toy drives.
Indoor plants can be given to anyone of any age
By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) When in doubt about what to take to a
Don’t ruin a good holiday
Editorial: Don’t ruin a good holiday The last couple of weeks have not been good ones for habitual drunken
Area nonprofits rely on holidays for funding
Nonprofits across the Valley will collect a majority of their annual operating budgets in November and December.
career paths & limelight
HEALTH CARE Sharon Regional Health System has announced the appointment of Amy Smith as its new
YSU trustees should not rush to hire new president
Editorial: Youngstown State University faces a challening future with the new state funding formula
School shooting should focus attention on mental health
Opinion: The Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy has rightfully shaken the nation. As a country, we are
Acquisition finished
Acquisition finished youngstown Northern States Metals announced last week that it has completed
Pope pardons former butler
hPope pardons former butler VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI granted his former butler a
Naughty or nice? Which companies made the list?
Consumer Reports recently unveiled its third annual Naughty & Nice List of company policies and
Ohio awards nearly $36M in tax credits to preserve buildings
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state has awarded nearly $36 million in historic-preservation
TARANTINO UNCHAINED
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Quentin Tarantino enters a West Village Italian
Newtown’s firearms tradition clashes with gun control push
Newtown’s firearms tradition clashes with gun control push (PHOTOS) (HAS TRIM) By Shashank
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Jackson Township trustees, special meeting, 8 a.m., township government center,
Egypt: Constitution wins voter approval
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt’s disputed constitution has received a “yes” majority of more than
Time for Poland to lock the doors
Opinion: Time for Poland to lock the doors I have been a Poland resi- dent for 30 years and both of my
Beatitude House looks for new exec director
Sister Patricia McNicholas came to Beatitude House in 1996 as the director of the Potter’s Wheel.
OHIO LEGISLATION IN 2012 | How new laws will affect you
Ohio legislature Recent actions Ohio lawmakers wrapped up their two-year session this month with
Broadway powers Lousiana-Lafayette over East Carolina
Whether Terrance Broadway was throwing, running, or throwing on the run, he gave East Carolina fits
Steelers unveil Immaculate Reception monument
Franco Harris and the dynasty Pittsburgh Steelers — and even an old Oakland Raiders linebacker — returned to the spot of the Immaculate Reception on Saturday
Saturday’s other college MEN’S games
TOP 25 Temple 83, No. 3 Syracuse 79 NEW YORK Khalif Wyatt scored 33 points and Anthony Lee
Mercer Raceway Park
Mercer Raceway Park Mercer, PA Mercer Raceway Park will be the site of the Jack Frost 150 Enduro
Well-wishers pay respects to former Hawaii senator
Associated Press HONOLULU After two days of services in Washington, Hawaii is saying aloha to
MoneyGram is poised for growth
Dallas Morning News dallas In Italy and the United Arab Emirates, MoneyGram consumers use their
TOYS ‘R’ US Declaring war in a must-win holiday season
The Record (Hackensack, N.J.) Toys “R” Us’ holiday rallying cry for the past six years has been:
record reviews
T.I. Album: “Trouble Man: Heavy is the Head” (Grand Hustle/ Atlantic Records) Grade: B After a
The most pleasant part of flying
Associated Press NEW YORK Airlines have found a way to take the edge off the stress of flying
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. What is “Stir-up Sunday”? E.R., Derby, Kan. A. Stir-up Sunday is an informal term referring
New publishing pact
New publishing pact BOARDMAN Patrick Pacalo, a longtime Boardman resident, has signed an
Great gift ideas for less than $100
Q. I need to find a gadget lover a really nice gift for under $100. Do you have any suggestions for
Who was naughty, nice in ’12?
Opinion: As Santa Claus (Father Christmas to our Anglophile readers) goes over the list of Mahoning Valley
Book shares lessons from garden
Book shares lessons from garden When David Culp bought a 1790s farmhouse in southeastern
publishers weekly BEST-SELLERS Week ending Dec. 15
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “The Racketeer” by John Grisham (Doubleday) 2. “Threat Vector” by Tom
Ho! Ho! Ho! As Santa prepares to make his worldwide rounds Monday night, it makes us think of these
Ho! Ho! Ho! As Santa prepares to make his worldwide rounds Monday night, it makes us think of these
Area bowling scores
First-half winners Camelot — Gus’s Girls (Phyllis Simodi, Pat Weir, Dorothy Lavorini, Donna
Freshman leads Kansas over Ohio State
Kansas’ Ben McLemore didn’t let the raucous crowd, the travel or sleeping in a strange bed bother him
Tsunami-debris team reaches dock on Washington beach
Associated Press FORKS, Wash. Hiking over primitive coastal trails, a team reached a dock that
One girl’s survival raises questions about limiting fire power
Opinion: “Mommy, I’m OK, but all my friends are dead.” One unidentified brave little girl is reported to have
Saturday, December 22 (85 stories)
See "What's 'Organic' about Organic" Jan. 19 in North LIma
Common Ground Church Community and Goodness Grows are collaborating to host a screening of the documentary “What’s ‘Organic’ About Organic?” and the documentary “Coal Country” at Common Ground Church, 2310 W. South Range Road.
These Valley kids were happy to spend the day with cops
Sometimes it’s a good thing to be within reach of the law’s long arm.
GOP members bowing to outside groups weaken Boehner, irk Americans
John Boehner is a bloodied House speaker following the startling setback that his own fractious Republican troops dealt him in their "fiscal cliff" struggle against President Barack Obama.
Don't be foooled by Jan. tax reprieve — you could get hit big later
Workers probably won't feel the full brunt of next year's tax increases in their January paychecks, but don't be fooled by the temporary reprieve.
Trisha Minnie, Robert Vukovich to wed April 27
Trisha Minnie and Robert Vukovich, both of Boardman, are engaged.
Parents announce Chepke-Barns, Harris nuptials
The engagement of Molly J. Chepke-Barns and Neil A. Harris, both of Greensboro, N.C., is announced
DelSignore, Carbon date set for June 28
BOARDMAN Tina DelSignore of Boardman and Samuel Carbon II of Canfield have chosen June 28 as their
Allison Moore, Mr. Schwartz to be married
COLUMBIANA Robert and Lisa Schwartz of Columbiana are announcing the engagement of their son,
Janik-Havaich nuptials are set for May 18
The engagement of Jillian Janik and Cody Havaich, both of Niles, is announced by their parents.
HOLIDAY GO&DO
TODAY CANFIELD: The Kiwanis Club of Western Mahoning County Club’s pictures with Santa from 9 a.m.
Lake Milton man donates 40 years of change to Salvation Army
Richard Jones started saving pennies as a boy.
Former Mahoning CSB worker denied immunity in suit on boy’s death
The 7th District Court of Appeals has ruled that Kim Vechiarelli, a former Mahoning County Children Services Board caseworker, who made false statements to police in the case of a boy’s death and dismemberment, can still be sued civilly.
Randall’s big game helps Girard edge Liberty
Girard’s Craig Randall scores 35 points in win over Liberty
Youngstown prosecutor worker dismisses discrimination suit
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Debra J. Byrd, a secretary in the city prosecutor’s office, has
Campbell police seek return of their trusted dog Storm
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell Storm, the city’s police dog, is sidelined in a
Boardman psychiatrist decertified after fraud uncovered
A Youngstown doctor has been decertified as a provider for the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and has repaid more than $70,000 after pleading guilty to workers’ compensation fraud.
Gambling high on holiday gift list
As Christmas approaches lottery scratch-off games are a common stocking stuffer gift.
Campbell collects nearly $20K in back taxes
The program allowed people who’d filed their income taxes but hadn’t paid them to do so without interest and penalties.
At this Boardman shop it's always Christmas
Tom Christmas Jr. has owned and operated Christmas Automotive Repair for 10 years. He keeps holiday lights and decorations up throughout the year.
Girard students deliver Christmas to the city's needy
Students buy gifts for 180 children in the community
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John L. Young, 36, of 2495 Timothy Knoll Lane,
American detained in North Korea
American detained in North Korea PYONGYANG, North Korea North Korea said Friday that an
2 Warren house fires cause $27K in damage
2 Warren house fires cause $27K in damage WARREN Firefighters were called to a fire at an
Friday’s other high school boys basketball games
Struthers 45, Hubbard 23 HUBBARD The Struthers defense held the Eagles (1-4, 1-1 All-American
NRA: Put armed guards in schools
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON The nation’s largest gun lobby, which mostly has stayed quiet
John Bassetti | Pavlik gave time to troubled teens
In the spirit of the season, the thought of Kelly Pavlik donating his time when he was still climbing the ladder to his middleweight crown comes to mind.
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY Dec. 15
METRO DIGEST || Help a Hubbard family
Hubbard family needs donations HUBBARD Donations of new and used items are being accepted at
Jackson Milton students bring charities to tragedies
By SUSAN TEBBEN stebben@vindy.com NORTH JACKSON From coin drives to Christmas caroling,
Another OVI conviction produces 5-year prison term
Another OVI conviction produces 5-year prison term
Christ Episcopal to host Christmas choir fest
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com warren Prepare to pray through song at the Festivals of
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
Christmas HOLIDAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and
RELIGION DIGEST || Messiah choir
Messiah choir columbiana The Messiah Choir will perform at 7 p.m. today in Main Street Theater.
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these
Mahoning CSB suspends director Denise Stewart
The Mahoning County Children Services Board suspended its executive director, Denise Stewart, who has been with the child welfare agency for 38 years.
Howland partners with Food Bank
Opinion: Howland partners with Food Bank On behalf of the Howland Township employees and administrators, we
Ohio’s jobless rate falls again
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s unemployment rate continued its slow downward march in
Scripture impacts Mary’s life and ours
Still waters run deep. Sometimes there are words spoken to us that greatly impact our lives in
BP gives $25K to after-school program
Staff report WARREN Inspiring Minds, a Warren-based youth- services nonprofit organization,
Kasich goes on signing spree
Opinion: COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich put his pen to good use before leaving town for the holidays, signing
Humbuggery rears its head over holidays
At 9:30 every night, Albert Makara checks the lights outside his house on Oakridge Drive.
Group: Downloadable parts can be made into gun using 3-D printer
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Downloading a gun design to your computer, building it with a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “The Golden Nutcracker,” 1 and 7:30 p.m.: Ballet Western Reserve
YSU 2012 FALL GRADS
More than 600 students received diplomas during fall commencement, which took place Dec. 16. Because
Couple waives hearings in 2 of 4 Erie bank heists
Associated Press ERIE, Pa. A couple charged with bank robbery after police questioned them after
brIDGE WEEKLY QUIZ
brIDGE WEEKLY QUIZ Q. Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA 9 6 5 uK Q 8 3 v4 wA 10 8 3
christmas services at area churches
Here is a listing of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services open to the public at area churches.
Rock Hall proves it has Heart
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press NEW YORK The journey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame can be
A new outlook for ‘Les Miz’
Associated Press NEW YORK Tom Hooper, the director of intimate character studies such as the
newsmakers
newsmakers Showrunner leaving ‘The Walking Dead’ NEW YORK Just in time for the holidays, AMC
Holiday show gets a rocking retooling A Trans-Siberian Christmas gift
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com DESPITE THE slow-moving world that is the Trans-Siberian
Pakistan’s children in harm’s way
Editorial: The supension of the polio vaccination program is unacceptable.
birthdays
birthdays Actor Hector Elizondo is 76. TV anchor Diane Sawyer is 67. Guitarist Rick Nielsen of
Dial-a-carol hits a merry note
McClatchy Newspapers CHAMPAIGN, Ill. What fun it is to laugh and sing if you’re a University of
voices of faith Q & A
McClatchy Newspapers Q. What is God like? The Rev. Justin Hoye, pastor of St. Patrick
WWII spirit of Christmas
Opinion: As an octogenarian, each Christmas is another bonus holiday, much like my U.S. Navy World War II
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 24.85 —.05 Avalon
Insurance plan to help children who have autism
Associated Press TOLEDO Ohio is joining 32 other states that require health insurance plans to
Keeping the public in the dark
Opinion: Muskogee (Okla.) Phoenix: Gov. Mary Fallin overstepped her office when she unilaterally created the
Signs point to faster recovery if ‘cliff’ is avoided
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fresh signs of a strengthening U.S. economy Friday suggested that if
news shows
news shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sens. Johnny Isakson,
GE to buy Italian aviation unit
GE to buy Italian aviation unit FAIRFIELD, Conn. Industrial conglomerate General Electric plans
Ohioan nominated for Nobel dies at 92
Associated Press CINCINNATI The University of Cincinnati says an award-winning professor
Obama taps Kerry to head State
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama on Friday nominated Massachusetts Sen. John
Man indicted in stabbing of hotel guard
Associated Press CINCINNATI A grand jury has indicted a man on aggravated murder charges and
Obama: Still time for agreement
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama issued a stern summons to congressional
Stocks sink after GOP cancels vote on budget
Associated Press NEW YORK Investors sent Washington a reminder Friday that Wall Street is a
Tax worker charged with theft in office
Associated Press COLUMBUS A former employee of the Ohio Department of Taxation has been indicted
Brian Tolnar honored
Brian Tolnar honored Rochester, N.Y. Brian Tolnar, General Manager and PGA Director of Golf at
Favor Hamilton admits to dark double life
Olympic running standout admits to leading double life as escort
Lawmakers in Ohio run afoul of law
Associated Press COLUMBUS Four-term Dayton Democrat Clayton Luckie’s refusal to resign his seat
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2 arrested in purse theft from Boardman Walmart
Two women were arrested Friday after an investigation into a purse theft at Walmart.
Food giveaway Saturday morning in Austintown
Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, will distribute free food from 8:30 to 10 a.m. today.
Please help a Hubbard family who lost their home in a fire
Please help a Hubbard family who lost their home in a fire
Slick roads, dangerous traveling reported in the Valley
Slick roads, dangerous traveling reported in the Valley
Pa. state troopers probe man's death in Mercer County
Pa. state troopers probe man's death in Mercer County
Iowa high court: Bosses can fire 'irrestible' employees
A dentist acted legally when he fired an assistant that he found attractive simply because he and his wife viewed the woman as a threat to their marriage, the all-male Iowa Supreme Court ruled Friday.
Former Brit PM Margaret Thatcher hospitalized after surgery
Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher is recuperating at a hospital after an operation to remove a bladder growth, a friend said Friday.
Mahoning Children Services exec director suspended
Mahoning Children Services exec director suspended
Boehner: 'God only knows' how fiscal cliff will be avoided
Stocks fell, congressional leaders squabbled and the fiscal cliff drew implacably closer.
American flight to Dallas lands in Cleveland after engine fails
American flight to Dallas lands in Cleveland after engine fails
Ohio Legislature ends 2-year session peppered with misbehavior
Ohio Legislature ends 2-year session peppered with misbehavior
NRA calls for armed police officer in every school
NRA calls for armed police officer in every school
3 Mahoning Valley organizations have food distributions Saturday
3 Mahoning Valley organizations have food distributions Saturday
Doctor decertified by BWC after fraud uncovered
Doctor decertified by BWC after fraud uncovered COLUMBUS A Youngstown doctor has been
Mahoning Children Services Board meets today
Mahoning Children Services Board meets today Youngstown The Mahoning County Children Services
Fire displaces Hubbard family
Fire displaces Hubbard family HUBBARD Fire crews responded to a mobile home fire early today.
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES South High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet at noon Wednesday at Bob
Mahoning deputy coroner calls for improved mental health services
Dr. Joseph Ohr, forensic pathologist and deputy Mahoning County coroner, called for review of local mass-disaster action plans and a renewed commitment to preventive mental health services in the wake of the Connecticut mass school shooting last Friday.
MYCAP donates to Dorothy Day house
MYCAP donates to Dorothy Day house YOUNGSTOWN Officials from Mahoning Youngstown Community
$8,500 jewelry theft at Southern Park
Police are investigating the theft of jewelry valued at more than $8,500.
The 8 trees of Christmas
At Leona Gould’s home, every Christmas tree has a story — all eight of them.
Valley native Judith French chosen for Ohio Supreme Court
Justice French is originally from Sebring and was chief legal counsel for former Gov. Bob Taft.
Watson brothers working up coaching ranks
The Watson brothers of Austintown are assistant coaches at NCAA Division I schools whose geographic locations and won-loss records are miles apart.
Kasich signs bill eliminating Youngstown court seat
The current three-judge system has been in place in Youngstown for decades and was established when the city had about 150,000 residents.
Canfield defense stymies Howland
Sabrina Mangapora battled foul trouble but the Cardinals’ defense was up to the challenge.
V&M deal means millions for Youngstown
The contract is for 99 years with 50 years of extension options
Campbell officials discuss firefighter shortage
The five-member full-time department is short one person now because a firefighter is on an extended sick leave, administrators said.
Sebring athletic HOF to induct 4 tonight
Inductees are the late Greg Riggar, Terry Applegate, Sarah Zurbrugg and Jake Zurbrugg.
Nationwide files motions against $42 million judgement
The company claims procedural issues and perjury.
Phelps named AP’s top athlete
He edged LeBron James as the Associated Press’ male athlete of the year.
Trumbull CSB opts to give just annual reports
The Trumbull County Children Services Board, which voluntarily provided quarterly reports on its visitation policies and practices to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services since the spring, will instead give annual reports.
House Ethics Committee clears Ryan of improper conduct
A judge had dismissed the public-intoxication charge against the congressman
Weathersfield schools joins move to halt federal budget cuts
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield Board of Education has joined
New home for heroes: American Legion 472
James Campbell, left, representative of the American Legion Department of Ohio, shares a laugh with Robert Raver, far right, commander of American Legion Post 472 in Youngstown, after Campbell presented the keys to Raver for the post’s new $300,000 facility at 472 E. Indianola Ave.
Steelers’ D lacks big plays
Pittsburgh is No. 1 in yardage on defense but is lacking the turnovers of previous units.
Melissa Joseph | Matthew Gaskill
Melissa Ann Joseph of Deer Park, Texas, became the bride of Matthew John Gaskill of Flower Mound,
Dominion-Caiman form midstream partnership
Goal of midstream partnership is to leverage current pipeline infrastructure to promote quicker development.
Longtime ITAM post goes on auction block Jan. 8
The minimum bid for the 1976-vintage, 12,559-square-foot social hall, will be $160,080.
Boardman Community Briefs
Neighbors sponsors holiday photo contest No doubt, your cameras are ready to work overtime in the
Pee Wee Phantoms post shutout victory
The Youngstown Phantoms Peewee AA team got back on the winning track when it hosted the third-place
Canfield residents will pay more for water in 2013
By SUSAN TEBBEN stebben@vindy.com Despite the city’s absorption of rising water rates, Canfield
Frost III is new Austintown fire chief
By SUSAN TEBBEN stebben@vindy.com A full house officially welcomed the newest Austintown Fire
Canfield Sports Briefs
Canfield sophomore Connor Brady placed second in the 100-yard butterfly and third in the 100
Austintown Community Briefs
Neighbors sponsors holiday photo contest No doubt, your cameras are ready to work overtime in the
St. Christine’s celebrate Advent
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com St. Christine’s School celebrated the Advent season in a
Poland Community Briefs
Neighbors sponsors holiday photo contest No doubt, your cameras are ready to work overtime in the
Poland wrestlers sweep South Range, Cardinal
The Poland varsity wrestling team improved to 9-0 after beating South Range and Cardinal in a tri-
Pee Wee Phantoms post shutout victory
The Youngstown Phantoms Peewee AA team got back on the winning track when it hosted the third-place
School board OKs $150K for waterline project
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com The board of education approved spending $150,000 for
Dobbins Elementary hosts holiday gift shop
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Dobbins Elementary School hosted a holiday gift shop the week
Mill Creek event focuses on animal tracks
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Mill Creek Park offered a Footprints in the Snow lesson Dec. 6
Pee Wee Phantoms post shutout victory
The Youngstown Phantoms Peewee AA team got back on the winning track when it hosted the third-place
Teen X-Treme group wraps to benefit library
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com All day on Dec. 7 there were representatives from various
Poland schools revisit idea of hiring resource officer
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com The massacre of 20 children and six adults Friday in
Market Street School hosts Santa
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Boardman Market Street Elementary School hosted a Santa
Teen X-Treme group wraps to benefit library
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com All day on Dec. 7 there were representatives from various
St. Christine’s students celebrate Advent
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com St. Christine’s School celebrated the Advent season in a
Knitting group keeping people warm
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com On the first and third Fridays of every month, the Loose
Canfield Community Briefs
Neighbors sponsors holiday photo contest No doubt, your cameras are ready to work overtime in the
Giordano, Provenzale nuptials set
Frank and Lynn Giordano of Austintown and Anthony and Theresa Provenzale of Canfield are announcing
Sarah Baker v Jeffrey Penney
St. James Meeting House in Boardman Park was the setting for the 4:30 p.m. June 2 marriage ceremony
AMS band concert features jazzy twist
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The Austintown Middle School band put on a concert Dec. 11
Canfield business donates to Second Harvest
The Canfield office of Wells Fargo Advisors has awarded a $3,000 grant to the Second Harvest Food
Baby Brilliant rhymes into reading
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com Austintown library hosted a Baby Brilliant event Nov. 27 in
Library doesn’t need snow for winter wonderland
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a winter wonderland event in its
Canfield wrestlers third at Holiday Duals
The Canfield varsity wrestling team battled two of the Midwest’s top teams during its annual Holiday
January date set for Blake, Eisenbraun rite
The parents of Heather Deanne Blake and Douglas Jack Eisenbraun are announcing the engagement and
Canfield church helps bring holiday cheer
Canfield United Methodist Church hosted a Blue Christmas Service Dec. 16, led by Pastor Susan Brown
Canfield choirs present winter concert
The Canfield High School Choral department performed its annual winter concert Dec. 6, complete with
St. Christine’s students celebrate Advent
By NATALIE SCOTT nscott@vindy.com St. Christine’s School celebrated the Advent season in a
Kristi L. Cooper, Joshua M. Palmer will wed Dec. 29
Larry and Arleen Cooper of Austintown and John and Jenny Palmer of Canfield are announcing the
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Green Team, Mahoning health board feud over funds
The health department wants $388,000 to maintain inspections of landfills and water wells. The Green Team says $300,00 is enough.
Mahoning waits on Youngstown to merge building depts.
Until city council takes final action, the county continues to perform building inspections for Youngstown at $60 per inspection.
Property tax rates to fall for McDonald residents
Property tax rates will go down about $50 a year for a $100,000 home in 2013 after a school tax reduction in the local bond issue for the construction of Roosevelt Elementary School and renovations to the high school were determined.
Doomsday calls, emails flood NASA
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES If there’s one government agency really looking forward to Dec.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Dale E. Crum, 64, of 4566 Middletown Road E., New
Making a mountain out of a molehill
Opinion: WASHINGTON The poet Carl Sandburg supposedly was asked by a young playwright to attend a
Judd Apatow’s ‘This Is 40’ thinly entertaining
REVIEW ‘THIS IS 40’ Grade: C– Cast: Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann (above), Jason Segel, Albert
birthdays
birthdays Country singer Freddie Hart is 86. Actor Ed Nelson (“Peyton Place”) is 84. Talk-show
We must address the violence
Opinion: We must address the violence Sun Herald (Biloxi, Miss.): Something is dreadfully wrong in America.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Craig Beach Planning and Zoning commission, 9 a.m., village municipal building,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Winter Solstice, 9 p.m.: A whole night of eclectic entertainment
A projected shortfall isn’t the same as a real, live shortfall
Opinion: A projected shortfall isn’t the same as a real, live shortfall I feel I must respond to the Dec.
Tom Cruise plays a larger-than-life character Filling big shoes
REVIEW ‘JACK REACHER’ Grade: C+ Cast: Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, Richard Jenkins, Robert
Stricter gun laws may be a reality
Opinion: If you’re thinking that last week’s tragedy in Newtown, Conn., makes it likely that Congress will
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Dec. 21, the 356th day of 2012. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter arrives
‘Vendetta’ airing stuns Chinese
Associated Press BEIJING Television audiences across China watched an anarchist antihero rebel
BYU bowls over San Diego State
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Linebacker Kyle Van Noy forced a fumble in the end zone and recovered
House GOP puts off fiscal-cliff vote
Associated Press WASHINGTON Confronted with a revolt among the rank and file, House Republicans
Browns’ Weeden needs strong finish
The rookie needs to play well to prove he’s the team’s quarterback of the future.
Mahoning grand jury indicts man for attempted murder
The grand jury also indicted a man on charges of stealing high-end firearms.
oddly enough
oddly enough Chinese toad in candlestick comes to South Africa JOHANNESBURG It’s a real life
Midwest storm makes way to Valley
Staff/wire report Residents of the Mahoning and Shenango valleys finally can expect some holiday
Coroner investigating death of construction worker
The 19-year-old worker fell through a roof he was repairing in North Lima on Wednesday
Lawmakers tangle with State officials over Libya raid
Associated Press WASHINGTON The State Department on Thursday acknowledged major weaknesses in
Brush cleared for Austintown racino
Brush cleared for Austintown racino AUSTINTOWN Evidence of development on the land for the
Supplement to help laid-off RG workers
Supplement to help laid-off RG workers washington U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Avon, and U.S. Rep.
Small Business wants deal on fiscal cliff
In yet another plea, an advocacy group warns of the economic implications of the fiscal stalemate in Washinton.
Board member sought for Mathews schools
Board member sought for Mathews schools VIENNA Mathews Board of Education is accepting
It makes sense for Hubbard and Liberty schools to share treasurer
Editorial: It’s taking longer than may have been expected to ink a deal for Liberty and Hubbard to share the services of a school treasurer.
First responders carry burden
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. While the people of Newtown do their best to cope with loss and
Christmas may be late for those who ordered gifts online
Associated Press Will Santa’s sleigh be late? A record number of Americans took to the Web to
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 24.90 .21 Avalon
Ryan backs defense bill that favors Lordstown
Staff report Washington U.S. Rep Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, has voted in support of defense
Trustee Ditzler ends long career in Austintown
Staff report AUSTINTOWN Colleagues, friends and family bid a fond farewell to outgoing Trustee
A candidate for governor?
Opinion: Cuyahoga County Executive Ed FitzGerald hasn’t announced his official candidacy for governor, but
Putin distances Russia from Assad
Putin distances Russia from Assad MOSCOW Russian President Vladimir Putin declared Thursday that
Dozens of Mich. schools closed amid threats, rumors
Associated Press DETROIT Dozens of Michigan schools canceled classes for thousands of students
Courthouse Rockers
Toledo Blade TOLEDO From a tucked-away jury assembly room on the third floor of the Toledo
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jessica Jackson and Joel Lopez, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 19.
GM Lordstown cuts energy use
The General Motors complex in Lordstown has reduced its energy intensity by 33 percent in the last two years.
Thursday, December 20 (108 stories)
Educators in Texas town have carried guns since '07
In this tiny Texas town, children and their parents don't give much thought to safety at the community's lone school - mostly because some of the teachers are carrying concealed weapons.
It's Friday somewhere, and they're all still here
Doomsday hour is here, at least in much of the world, and so still are we.
Boehner pulls budget vote after GOP threatens revolt
Confronted with a revolt among the rank and file, House Republicans abruptly scrapped a vote Thursday night on legislation allowing tax rates to rise for households earning $1 million and up, complicating attempts to avoid a year-end "fiscal cliff" that threatens to send the economy into recession.
Mahoning grand jury indicts man for attempted murder
Mahoning grand jury indicts man for attempted murder
Nationwide Insurance appeals $42.8M judgment to Mahoning Co. woman
Nationwide Insurance appeals $42.8M judgment to Mahoning Co. woman
US Rep. Tim Ryan cleared of improper conduct in intoxication charge
US Rep. Tim Ryan cleared of improper conduct in intoxication charge
Son, wife admit killing Pa. engineer over mistress
Son, wife admit killing Pa. engineer over mistress
Couple in Warren animal deaths case gets jail time
Couple in Warren animal deaths case gets jail time WARREN A Hamilton Street couple charged with
Do you want to serve on the Weathersfield zoning appeals board?
Do you want to serve on the Weathersfield zoning appeals board?
Brush clearing under way on racino project in Austintown
Brush clearing under way on racino project in Austintown
Mahoning commissioners approve taking over Youngstown building-inspection department
Mahoning commissioners approve taking over Youngstown building department
Mahoning Valley native named to Ohio Supreme Court
Mahoning Valley native named to Ohio Supreme Court
1 student dead in stabbing at University of Toledo
1 student dead in stabbing at University of Toledo
Federal judge upholds Ohio's new exotic-animal law
Federal judge upholds Ohio's new exotic-animal law
Car flips on roof in Youngstown
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Dominion and Caiman Energy II, LLC. are forming a $1.5 billion joint venture
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LIVE NET RADIO TODAY | @Vindicator year in review 10 a.m. #youngtsown #valley
Vindy editors Betrtam DeSouza, Todd Franko and Mark Sweetwood battle it out at 10 a.m. today for the most important issues of the year.
Doomsday prepping: Much ado about nothing?
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com A zombie apocalypse? A planetary collision? The earth being
DeWine: Arming educators should be an option
Attorney general said he would strongly consider having an armed ex-police officer in schools.
Ohio shale jobs at 38,000
The study shows shale-related jobs in Ohio will grow to more than 260,000 by 2035.
Bristol boys stay unbeaten
The Bristol High boys basketball team outscored Lordstown 17-2 in the second quarter on the way to a 59-43 victory Wednesday night
Youngstown’s use of $305K ‘unallowable,’ state audit finds
Youngstown is working to resolve the issue
Poland kids write to Santa to help Make-A-Wish
Staff report POLAND Inspired by the concept of “paying it forward,” students at Poland North and
Bernie Tarr adds national title to basketball coaching resume
On Saturday, the Niles native guided his Belmopan Comprehensive team to a win over Ecumenical in the high school national title game in Belize, where he now resides.
Campbell cops to get first raises in 8 years
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com CAMPBELL City police will see their first raises in
Water rates to increase in Canfield
Because of another water-rate increase from Youngstown, Canfield's rates will rise next year.
Niles to consider raising city’s 1.5-percent municipal income tax
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES It was not the type of Christmas message that will spread
What are Valley shoppers' last minute must-have gifts
Joe DeMay of Columbiana looks at the selection of flat-screen televisions at h.h. Gregg in Boardman. Electronics, clothing and gift cards are topping holiday wish lists in Ohio this year.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “9 to 5: The Musical,SDRq New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle,
NEw this week
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Retiring Jim Petro leaves a record of exemplary public service
Editorial: By any measure, Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim Petro has been an outstanding public servant. Petro’s 28 years in government have been marked by a record of honesty and hard work, and a commitment to doing good for the people of Ohio.
Exploited union workers vote with their feet
Opinion: By Glenn Garvin Miami Herald Labor unions and their political buddies have sworn that they will
Ballet Western Reserve Company draws on history for "Golden Nutcracker"
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ENTERTAINING THOUGHTS || Party like it’s the end of the world
Depending on who you talk to, the ancient Mayan prophecy foretells that on Dec. 21, 2012, either the
Doug Chapin: OSU hoops
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POLICE CALLS IN POLAND, BOARDMAN
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
HEALTH DIGEST || Computer classes
Computer classes YOUNGSTOWN The YMCA of Youngstown is offering basic computer and Internet
WTG
today Children Art in the Afternoon, 4 p.m., Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Thu: Karaoke with
No injuries in I-80 accident that closed lane for hour
Staff report LIBERTY Everyone involved in a four-vehicle accident on Interstate 80 near Belmont
Hubbard board delays contract approval
The board tables vote that would create on treasure for Liberty and Hubbard
Budd William Miller will stay locked up for a 1981 double murder, board rules
The Ohio Parole Board is keeping Budd William Miller imprisoned until at least Dec. 1, 2016, for the 1981 slaying of his wife and her boyfriend in Youngstown.
Boardman trustees were busy at their last meeting of 2012, including promoting and hiring in the fire department.
Boardman trustees were busy at their last meeting of 2012, including promoting and hiring in the fire department.
Man shot by police is no stranger to criminal justice system.
The man has a litany of charges dating back at least 15 years.
Weathersfield seeks to build new communications tower
Weathersfield seeks to build new communications tower for police and fire
Youngstown businesses brightening Lives
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN The lights aren’t just twinkling on Market
Youngstown council postpones vote to close building unit
Commissioners will still vote today on plan
Evil defies explanation
Opinion: Trying to explain an evil act like the one that killed 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook
Armed burglar caught in the act with two guns
The man tried to hide one gun from police but forgot he was carrying another pistol.
GM to purchase 200M shares owned by feds
GM will pay $27.50 for the stocks, which are currently being held by U.S. Department of the Treasury.
“david geffen — american masters” (8 p.m., pbs): “David Geffen: American
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MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Kitwan Dalton, sentenced to 18 months community control
Finding the strength to change
Opinion: WASHINGTON Like so many other people these days, I regain my composure only to see it crumble in
Legion post in city gets keys to building
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Warren Family Mission needs new boilers
Warren Family Mission needs new boilers VIENNA The Warren Family Mission’s Hannah’s House is
Lack of salt can be deadly
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Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Helping Hands in Action Ministry, 2143 Jacobs Road, Youngstown, food and
Television’s best included ‘Girls,’ ‘Homeland’ and ‘Smash’ TV YEAR in REVIEW
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK What was TV like in 2012? As with every
Agenda Friday
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Jones for Revival strengthens the bond
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People with guns kill people
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holiday depression
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Ex-Canton area coach gets 15 years for videotaping boys taking showers
Associated Press CANTON A former high school basketball coach who pleaded guilty to videotaping
Obama on right side in Michigan
Opinion: By Brian Gilmore McClatchy-Tribune President Obama is right to side with organized labor in
Years Ago
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Winthrop basketball coach issues emotional plea
Moments after his team lost a basketball game, Winthrop coach Pat Kelsey spoke of a bigger loss.
25 films added to registry
Associated Press WASHINGTON “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” “Dirty Harry” and “A League of Their Own”
Poland native remains free on bond
Robert Girts, twice convicted of killing his third wife, awaits a third trial
Utah State’s Andersen set to take Wisconsin job
Gary Andersen publicly pledged his allegiance to Utah State not long ago. Now he’s on the verge of becoming Wisconsin’s coach.
Obama, Boehner clash as ‘fiscal cliff’ edge nears
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fiscal cliff talks at a partisan standoff, President Barack Obama
Army seeks death penalty in killings
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Fantasia to perform at Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Fantasia Barrino, winner of season three of “American Idol” in 2004,
Self-defense stores see rush on guns, armored backpacks
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY The reaction to the deadly Connecticut school shooting can be
Child abuse by the numbers
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Port authority votes to cover earlier glitch
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One by one, shattered Newtown buries its dead
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. One by one by one by one, each with fresh heartbreak, hearses
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Miss USA wins Miss Universe title LAS VEGAS A 20-year-old beauty queen from Rhode
FCS title game stays in Frisco, Texas through 2015
The FCS championship game is staying in North Texas for at least three more seasons
Richardson doesn’t think Saban will follow him to Cleveland
Trent Richardson would be surprised if Nick Saban followed him from Alabama to the Cleveland Browns
Port cements ties with Mahoning River Corridor Initiative
Port cements ties with Mahoning River Corridor Initiative
Obama to send Congress gun proposals in January
Associated Press WASHINGTON Declaring the time for action overdue, President Barack Obama
4 State Dept. officials resign after Benghazi
Associated Press WASHINGTON Four State Department officials resigned under pressure Wednesday,
Police, 3 Valley school districts probe rumors of threats
Staff report Three local school districts and police investigated rumors of threats this week and
Wednesday, December 19 (98 stories)
Crash closes I-80 lane this evening
Everyone involved in a 4-vehicle accident on Interstate 80 near Belmont Avenue Wednesday managed to avoid injuries, the Ohio State Highway Patrol reported.
Campbell police to get raises
City police will see their first raises in eight years because city council has accepted a fact-finder’s recommendation for increases in their present three-year contract.
Niles weighing income tax hike
It was not the type of Christmas message that will spread joy among city residents.
Hubbard delays approving a shared treasurer with Liberty schools
The board of education has tabled a vote to approve a shared services contract with a neighboring school district.
Gov. Kasich, Ohio lawmakers don't rule out ballot push
Gov. Kasich, Ohio lawmakers don't rule out ballot push
Court avoids potential conflict in murder case
WARREN At last month’s arraignment hearing in the Trumbull County Courthouse for Dale A. Hatch,
Pa. man gets 5 to 15 years in prison for $36 robbery
Pa. man gets 5 to 15 years in prison for $36 robbery
American Legion Post 472 gets keys to its new building Thursday
American Legion Post 472 gets keys to new building Thursday
Court turns down Ohio nursing home's appeal iin death
Court turns down Ohio nursing home's appeal in death
YSU football adds five transfers for spring semester
YSU football adds five transfers for spring semester.
OSHP troopers seize $63K worth of cocaine in Summit County
OSHP troopers seize $63K worth of cocaine in Summit County
Youngstown man charged with striking police officer with car has lengthy criminal record
Man charged with striking police officer with car has lengthy criminal record
Man shot by police faces felonious assault charge
Man shot by police faces felonious assault charge YOUNGSTOWN A man who remains hospitalized
Robert Bork, former solicitor general, dead
Robert Bork, former solicitor general, dead Robert Bork, a former solicitor general perhaps best
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, 53 Laird Ave., will serve fish dinners from 3:30 to 7
Ban fear fuels run on assault weapons across Mahoning Valley
Dick's Sporting Goods suspends gun sales in light of Newtown, Conn. shooting. It doesn't appear other stores will follow suit.
YSU men lose on road at S. Florida
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. Victor Rudd posted season highs of 16 points and 16 rebounds to
Detroit-Warren crime connection dates to 2009
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Three years ago, before the Nov. 11, 2012, gunfight
2 more Trumbull officials retire, but stay on payroll
The sheriff and prosecutor are retiring but not resigning from their respective offices.
Newton Falls council puts chief ethics question to commission
Falls council refers question to Ethics Commission
Former CFO from Salem sentenced in bank fraud case
Raymond G. Isabella also must repay more than $1.1 million after pleading guilty to wire fraud, bank fraud, money laundering and aggravated identity theft.
2 YSU profs debunk Maya end-of-world prediction
Patrick Durrell, associate professor in Youngstown State University’s Department of Physics and Astronomy, left, and Matt O’Mansky, YSU associate prof in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Gerontology, discuss why they believe the world will not end Friday. The belief that Mayan Indians predicted the world’s end is based on misinformation, they say.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Students return to Newtown classrooms
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. Newtown returned its students to their classrooms Tuesday for
The devout carnivore meets meatless
I found myself driving down Route 224 on a cold and rainy night toward my next Sig Dish review, white-knuckled and my mind racing.
Kasich set to sign law allowing guns in Statehouse garage
The governor said the gun-law issues addressed in the bill are separate from the tragedy in Newtown, Conn.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey H. Adams, 54, of 49 Bentley Ave., Greenville,
Gunmen kill 5 female polio workers
Gunmen kill 5 female polio workers karachi, pakistan Gunmen shot dead five women working on
Westminster Presbyterian gave sweatshirts to Taft students
Taft School sweatshirts were a gift to every Taft student from Westminster Presbyterian Church in Boardman
The new NBC comedy “1600 Penn” concerns the domestic life of a fictional first family,
The new NBC comedy “1600 Penn” concerns the domestic life of a fictional first family, with emphasis
Burgers for charity
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SYRIA NBC’s Engel, crew escape
Associated Press BEIRUT NBC’s chief foreign correspondent Richard Engel said Tuesday he and
Expecting a good meal, and more
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Farmers group donates to kids
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Mollie Kessler School brings Christmas delivery
This marks the second year for the school’s holiday deliver to the Rescue Mission
Let’s stop the gun violence
Opinion: By Dan Gross Hartford Courant This time the shots didn’t ring out in a movie theater in
Gun control advocates are ignorant
Opinion: Must every tragic mass shooting bring out the shrill ignorance of “gun control” advocates? The key
Jurors deliberate city man’s fate on murder charge
Donovan Miller faces several charges in the death of Quest Waggoner.
Quick holiday treats
Quick holiday treats Holiday time means cookie time, but with the demands of the holiday season
Celebration for a cause
Celebration for a cause Drinks columnist Brian Fry tells you which local store acquired some
Benghazi review: security faults
Associated Press WASHINGTON An independent panel charged with investigating the deadly Sept. 11
Ohio not high on Forbes list
Opinion: Ohio not high on Forbes list Marietta Times: Ohio is one of 11 states that made the Forbes list of
‘Fiscal cliff’ talks hit lull with Boehner’s ‘Plan B’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Just two weeks from an economy- threatening deadline, fiscal cliff
Warren man dies when car goes off road
CORTLAND A 57-year-old Warren man was killed late Tuesday afternoon when his car, traveling
When Facebook users hit ‘like,’ stores take notice, jump into action
Associated Press NEW YORK Facebook isn’t just for goofy pictures and silly chatter. Whether
Chicago prep standout has yet to pick college
Associated Press CHICAGO Top high school recruit Jabari Parker of Chicago’s Simeon Career
Corruption is commonplace
Opinion: By Abdul Maqsud Azizi Institute for War & Peace Reporting KABUL, Afghanistan It appears that
Macy’s ready for holiday shopping marathon
Companies continue to squeeze more time in the holiday shopping season by opening around the clock.
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, work session at 5:15 p.m., regular meeting at 7:30
Quick holiday treats
Family Features Holiday time means cookie time, but with the demands of the holiday season it’s
Easy holiday ELEGANCE
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Rogen, Streisand tone it down for holiday film
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service For their latest comic trick, Barbra Streisand and
Businesses get tax refunds from Ohio
About 3,500 Ohio businesses are receiving tax refund overpayments.
Ohio killer loses in court but manages to win clemency
Editorial: Ronald Post and his lawyers tried for years to convince a court that he was too fat to be executed.
Grow Youngstown food share box pickup is Friday
Each month, Grow Youngstown’s Community Supported Agriculture members receive a share box of locally grown and made products.
‘Jersey Shore’ finale: the party is over
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK 2That’s what I hear, again and again, when I
Unions plan new offensive after Mich. loss
Associated Press WASHINGTON Blind-sided by a new law weakening union rights in Michigan,
Not what Founders had in mind
Opinion: Not what Founders had in mind I write this letter in despair and anger. I feel horrified and
Fatal traffic accident
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Andy Williams’ Navajo blankets for sale
Associated Press NEW YORK The late American crooner Andy Williams, famous for easy-listening
Struthers man charged with arson
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David T. Adams’ rape plea vacated by appeals court
In a 2-1 decision, the 7th District Court of Appeals vacated the plea of David T. Adams on rape charges and sent the case back to Judge John M. Durkin for further action.
Federal bench under siege
Opinion: By Robert C. POST and Daniel SCHUKER Los Angeles Times The federal judicial bench is
Posen to judge ‘Runway’
Associated Press NEW YORK Zac Posen is in on “Project Runway” — he’ll be the new featured judge,
Mistress won’t face charge of cyberstalking
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Justice Department has decided not to charge David Petraeus’
Tuesday, December 18 (93 stories)
Appeals court vacates plea of Austintown man in rape case
In a 2-1 decision, the 7th District Court of Appeals has vacated the plea of an Austintown man who was sentenced to 15 years in prison on charges he raped a teenage girl.
Warren man killed in crash today
A 57-year-old Warren man was killed late Tuesday afternoon when his car, traveling northeast on Warren-Meadville Road, went off the left side of the road just north of state Route 5 in Trumbull County and struck a tree.
Dem officeholders criticized Kasich turnpike proposal
Dem officeholders criticize Kasich turnpike proposal
Jets bench Sanchez, will start McElroy vs Chargers
Jets bench Sanchez, will start McElroy vs Chargers
Arbitrator: Beauty queen defamed pageant, owes $5M
Arbitrator: Beauty queen defamed pageant, owes $5M
Former CFO from Salem sentenced to more than 5 years in prison
Former CFO from Salem sentenced to more than 5 years in prison
Deliberations under way for Youngstown man charged with 2011 murder
Deliberations under way for Youngstown man charged with 2011 murder
Ohio deputy, state trooper convicted of fault in duties
Ohio deputy, state trooper convicted of fault in duties
Cerberus to sell gun company that makes Bushmaster
Cerberus to sell gun company that makes Bushmaster
Former Ohio coach set to plead guilty over nude photos
Former Ohio coach set to plead guilty over nude photos
Some Republicans say gun control should be debated
Some Republicans say gun control should be debated
Warren Family Mission needs your help for Hannah House maintenance
Warren Family Mission needs your help for Hannah House maintenance
Dick’s Sporting Goods suspends gun sales
Dick’s Sporting Goods suspends gun sales PITTSBURGH Retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods has suspended
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford Trails,
GE sponsors Christmas event
GE sponsors Christmas event austintown Former employees and retirees of General Electric
Small towns can work together to provide computers
Dear Heloise: Recently, I read about people looking for a computer to use without owning one. Here
Angel Tree ministry provides Christmas gifts to children of inmates.
Angel Tree ministry focuses on a group that might be overlooked; it provides Christmas gifts to children of inmates.
Man gets five years in prison on ninth OVI conviction
Man gets five years in prison on ninth OVI conviction
Browns, Shurmur battles on despite criticism
Cleveland Browns coach Pat Shurmur still loves rookies Trent Richardson and Brandon Weeden — even in defeat.
Boxing judge Miller sees changes on the way
The Mineral Ridge resident keeps busy with title assignments
The motorist hit the officer with his car
The officer fired at least three times, hitting the driver once
Playoffs begin now for struggling Steeler
Ben Roethlisberger was talking about another win slipping away. It only sounded like he was talking about his team’s enigmatic season.
Boardman police continue to investigate a weekend shooting
Police continue to investigate a weekend shooting that ended with two people arrested, including a woman who made headlines for a 2011 altercation with Youngstown police.
Naked man robbed of $15 and necklace
Two men, including one with a gun, demanded he take his clothes off
$150K waterline improvement set for Boardman school, sports complex
Tests by W.E. Downie Co. Inc. of Poland earlier this month found the lines to be degraded to the extent that replacement and relocation was recommended.
oddly enough
oddly enough Circus claims vodka saved elephants in Siberia MOSCOW Circus trainers claim two
Funerals begin sad procession in Connecticut
Opening an almost unbearable procession of grief, Newtown began burying its dead Monday, laying to rest two 6-year-old boys — one who was crazy about the New York Giants and one whose twin sister survived the rampage.
Salvation Army provides kids with Christmas gifts
The Mahoning County Salvation Army has conducted a Christmas present giveaway for many years, but the shopping aspect was introduced this year.
YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Fiscal panel OKs contract
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The current contract between the city school
Lakeview’s Mailach receives top coaching honors
He’s a nominee for an award sponsored by a national association
Sen. Inouye, 88, dies
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Daughters seek to exhume their mother as they sue funeral home
Two surviving daughters want their mother exhumed for examination by an embalming expert in support of their lawsuit against the funeral home.
Hill leads OSU women to win
She scored 25 points, including the Buckeyes’ last eight, in a five-point win over Gonzaga.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council, 5:30 p.m., council chambers, city hall. Finance
Dan Renouf receives USHL weekly honor
Dan Renouf receives USHL weekly honor YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms defenseman Dan Renouf was a
City of Struthers has firefighter shortage
The department now has eight full-time firefighters and 14 volunteers.
Getting married at Fellows? Expect to pay more
The Gazebo and Kidston Pavilion, which are reserved for weddings only, now cost $150 to rent for two hours. That price will go up to $180.
Mental health official warns of drug addictions
Marijuana is still illegal under federal law, illegal in Ohio, will show up on a drug screen required for many jobs and will most likely prevent someone from getting hired
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown. Food, 11 a.m.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Kelsey Richards and Charles Kornack Jr., Columbiana, girl,
Deciding fate of site can help with healing
Associated Press AURORA, Colo. As Newtown, Conn., grieves the deadly mass shooting at Sandy Hook
County would take over city’s building department in January
The department’s lone employee offered a job that pays less
birthdays
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Poland schools should have a resource officer
The school had a resource officer from 2002 to 2006, when a federal grant funding the position ended.
Turnpike hearing set
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State board releases $3.9M in grants
State board releases $3.9M in grants COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board released nearly $3.9
His relatives were arrested and his aunt was hospitalized
Redskins’ Fletcher blames stadium security for arrests
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” according to a popular song of the
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” according to a popular song of the season. Yet good
Source: Obama shows flexibility in ‘cliff’ talks
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama has agreed to curtail future cost-of-living
Susan Rice done in by ‘fiscal cliff’
Opinion: It’s no secret that Senate Republicans, led by John McCain, took aim at Susan Rice. The only
Ribbon-cutting set for pharmacy
Ribbon-cutting set for pharmacy youngstown A ribbon-cutting will be at 10 a.m. Thursday for
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 18, the 353rd day of 2012. There are 13 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Report: 4 states conducted bulk of executions in 2012
Associated Press WASHINGTON Just four states carried out more than three-fourths of the
Don’t give animals as Christmas gifts
Opinion: By Lindsay Pollard-Post People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals When I was 4 years old, I
newsmakers
newsmakers Winehouse inquest to be reheard LONDON The inquest into the death of soul singer
Filmmaker draws inspiration from everyday life This is Judd Apatow
By Cary Darling Fort Worth Star-Telegram DALLAS Judd Apatow doesn’t seem like a guy on the
Kasich spares condemned killer
Associated Press COLUMBUS The governor on Monday sidestepped a decision about whether a
GM boosts deals on pickup trucks to shed inventory
Associated Press DETROIT With Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks piling up on dealer
Gun control gets unlikely backers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Prominent gun-rights advocates in Congress now are calling for a
‘Monsters, Inc.’ is back for 3-D refresher
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Disney-Pixar realized they’d hit on a can’t-miss
Modest growth predicted for 2013
Associated Press WASHINGTON Business economists believe the country will see modest growth in
Youngstown school system’s problems continue
Editorial: The academic distress commission has taken contol of the district’s budget.
We don’t need a bad ‘grand bargain’
Opinion: By Sarita Gupta McClatchy-Tribune In the 2012 elections, the American people voted for
Flying the unfriendly skies
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Those who say we should run government like a business must not be
Stocks move higher in NY
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks rose on Wall Street as investors were encouraged by signs of
‘Cirque’ on film: boring
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Cirque du Soleil movies are a lot like ballet
‘Sopranos’ writer to make big-screen debut
Associated Press NEW YORK After “The Sopranos” went black, David Chase’s next move was never in
‘Black boxes’ in automobiles
Opinion: Enterprise-Journal, McComb, Miss.: You’ve heard of those “black boxes” on airplanes that record data
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 24.98 .40 Avalon
State Commission isn't ready to approve a new district treasurer
Two governing bodies exchange ideas and discuss district's recovery plan.
Will Campbell council end its health-care benefits?
If council drops benefits, it would start with members who win seats in 2013.
Civil society vs. military weapons
Opinion: Civil society vs. military weapons In the past 30 years there have been more than 60 mass murders
Monday, December 17 (63 stories)
Prices rising to rent space at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Prices rising to rent space at Fellows Riverside Gardens
Hit by motorist, Youngstown cop fires shots at drive
Hit by motorist, Youngstown cop fires shots at driver
Boardman school board OKs $150K for waterline project
Boardman school board OKs $150K for waterline project
State Controlling Board releases money to Valley government offices
State Controlling Board releases money to Valley government offices
BP calls North Jackson home to new quarters
BP calls North Jackson home to new quarters NORTH JACKSON Oil and gas giant BP today announced
Hearing on turnpike plan set for Tuesday in Lordstown
Hearing on turnpike plan set for Tuesday in Lordstown LORDSTOWN Mahoning County Commissioner
State Chancellor Jim Petro will retire in February
State Chancellor Jim Petro will retire in February
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS St. Patrick’s Home and School in Hubbard will be sponsoring a marketplace and craft
SOCIETY DIGEST
Fitness classes set for JCC YOUNGSTOWN Fitness classes will be offered at the Jewish Community
52nd Boar’s Head festival tickets on sale at St. John’s
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Tickets are on sale for the 52nd annual Boar’s Head and Yule Log
Youngstown police probe shootings of two men on North Side
Youngstown police probe shootings of two men on North Side YOUNGSTOWN Richard Labooth, 34, of
STEELERS STUMBLE
Brandon Carr found a way to silence thousands of Terrible Towel-waving Pittsburgh fans at Cowboys Stadium and send the Dallas crowd home happy.
Austintown schools focus some energy on safety in construction
The new Austintown schools are scheduled to be complete in May 2013. Now that two crossing guards have been hurt in separate accidents and traffic congestion is high, officials are adding safety elements to the construction.
’Skins’ backup QB torches Browns
The Redskins decided one game without Robert Griffin III couldn’t hurt.
Jim Boeheim battles for milestone mark
Associated Press SYRACUSE, N.Y. Jim Boeheim has experienced a lot since the dawn of the new
‘Good day’ to graduate
Graduation day at Youngstown State University was special for Leah Williams for far more than simply the diploma she was finally holding in her hand.
Catholic 7 still prepping for conference shift
Associated Press VILLANOVA, PA Villanova’s Big East banner that hangs in the rafters already has
State committee and liberty school board set to meet
The state oversight commission and the school board will discuss a financial recovery plan for the district
Sensitive Santa | Special-needs children get quiet time with St. Nick at Eastwood Mall
BY JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES Visits to Santa at the mall tend to be noisy affairs
E. Palestine welcomes a wave of new businesses
As the fortunes of Columbiana County rise with its boom in oil and gas operations, so too do those of the cities and towns that make it up.
Players honor, remember Sandy Hook victims
Two players who wear No. 26 joined hands with the coaches of the St. Louis Rams and Minnesota Vikings in tribute to the victims of the school massacre in Newtown, Conn.
Watershed moment for Michigan
Opinion: WASHINGTON Rick Snyder, who is hardly a human cactus, warned Michigan’s labor leaders. The state’s
Lordstown vigil remembers Newtown victims
Cara Kowalczyk, left, and Michelle Peterson, 4, of Lordstown, reflect on the victims of Friday’s Newtown, Conn., elementary school massacre. The two attended a vigil in Founder’s Park in Lordstown on Sunday evening.
Confrontation costly to UAW
Opinion: WASHINGTON Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has — or had — a quirky slogan to describe his governing
Austintown tow truck operator well-loved
The 30 wrecker trucks in his funeral procession were exactly what Carl Jordan Jr. wanted in his last tour of Austintown.
CONN. SCHOOL SHOOTINGS Gunman’s mom kept trials of home life hidden
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. At the bar, everybody knew her name. Nancy Lanza was the one
Fight looms in Supreme Court over the right to carry a gun
Associated Press WASHINGTON The next big issue in the national debate over guns — whether people
The Simmonds family of Lordstown, from left, Emma, 6, Tobias, Dana and Franky, 7, light candles
The Simmonds family of Lordstown, from left, Emma, 6, Tobias, Dana and Franky, 7, light candles
Melanie Overton, 5, of Lordstown watches her candle as she reflects on the loss of life from the
Melanie Overton, 5, of Lordstown watches her candle as she reflects on the loss of life from the
Gunman had large arsenal of fatal ammo
Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn. The gunman in the Connecticut shooting rampage was carrying an
Mistrust running deep over Egypt referendum
Associated Press CAIRO Nevine Mustafa finally had enough after 10 hours of waiting to cast her
Cleveland law school to help new solo lawyers
Associated Press CLEVELAND A law school in northeast Ohio plans a new program in the fall
Vindy Block Party
Vindy Block Party YOUNGSTOWN The Vindicator’s Newspaper in Education Block Party is coming up.
Obama doesn’t weep for all
Opinion: Obama doesn’t weep for all An excerpt from USA TODAY, Dec. 14: “‘Our hearts are broken today,’
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jaismine Morris and Russell Sullivan, Youngstown, boy, Dec.
nfl locals | How area players fared in Week 15
Buffalo Bills Donald Jones, WR, YSU: Was not active in the Bills’ 50-17 loss to the Seahawks.
East High to play in Holiday Tournament
East High to play in Holiday Tournament FARRELL, PA East High will represent Ohio in two weeks
TRUMBULL County Courts
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeremy D. Hanick, 27, of 232 Towson Drive, Warren,
Chief: Man wasn’t serious about threat
Chief: Man wasn’t serious about threat indianapolis A northern Indiana police chief said Sunday
Attorney advises Johnston, other townships, on drilling amendments
Attorney advises Johnston, other townships, on drilling amendments
Looking for a Christmas gift? Try the Villa Shoppe
Down a country road and tucked away in a private community near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border, a world of shopping awaits.
Movement in ‘fiscal cliff’ talks
Associated Press WASHINGTON Big differences remain, but there is finally movement in long-
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz Answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South, you hold: x9 8 5 uA 10 9 6 3 v8 4 wA
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Woman parlays sister’s $1 investment into $5,500 payout SANTA FE, N.M. A Santa
WVU tops YSU women
Penguins stifled by Mountaineer D By Joe CATULLO, JR. sports@vindy.com MORGANTOWN, W. VA A
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Girard Board of Health, 7 p.m., council chambers, city building. Struthers
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ysu Fall degrees
ysu Fall degrees By the numbers Ph.D.: 4 Master’s degrees: 97 Bachelor’s degrees: 484
One-size taxation is a tough fit
Opinion: One-size taxation is a tough fit Canton Repository: Did you know that Ohio is the only state that
Connecticut victims | Lively kids, devoted adults
At the very start of their lives, the schoolchildren are remembered for their love of horses, or for
GOP must resist
Opinion: By David A. RIDENOUR McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON “If all your friends jumped off a cliff,
GOP must bow to wishes of voters
Opinion: By Don Kusler McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON Despite conservative efforts to minimize the
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Hobbit’ bests ‘Rings’ with $84.8M opening NEW YORK Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit”
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175 gather in Lordstown to memorialize victims of Connecticut shootings
175 gather in Lordstown to memorialize victims of Connecticut shootings Staff report LORDSTOWN
More than 600 graduate from YSU today; some battle adversity to do so
More than 600 graduate from YSU today; some battle adversity to do so By BOB JACKSON
Redskins’ Cousins leads Washington to 38-21 win over Cleveland Browns
Redskins’ Cousins leads Washington to 38-21 win over Cleveland Browns Associated Press CLEVELAND
UPDATE: Conn. police report hundreds of bullets found inside elementary school
UPDATE: Conn. police report hundreds of bullets found inside elementary school Associated Press
Attorney for suspect in Chardon school shooting wants family statements withheld
Attorney for suspect in Chardon school shooting wants family statements withheld Associated Press
Sensitive Santa meets with dozens of autistic children at Eastwood Mall
Sensitive Santa meets with dozens of autistic children at Eastwood Mall BY JORDAN COHEN
Liberty school board to meet with state panel to consider more cuts, tax levy, other options
Liberty school board to meet with state panel to consider more cuts, tax levy, other options Staff
Candlelight vigil planned tonight in Lordstown to remember victims of Newtown shooting
Candlelight vigil planned tonight in Lordstown to remember victims of Newtown shooting Staff
Water can kill quickly, Coast Guard in Ohio advises in winter boating alert
Water can kill quickly, Coast Guard in Ohio advises in winter boating alert Associated Press
State blames problems in Youngstown City Hall for delay in 2010 audit
State blames problems in Youngstown City Hall for delay in 2010 audit YOUNGSTOWN A “series of
Kid Rock sets tour stop at Covelli Centre in March; tickets go on sale Friday
Kid Rock sets tour stop at Covelli Centre in March; tickets go on sale Friday
Ohio man enter’s estragned wife’s home, kills her and himself
Ohio man enter’s estragned wife’s home, kills her and himself Associated Press COLUMBUS
Conn. school shooter may have planned an even bigger massacre
Conn. school shooter may have planned an even bigger massacre Associated Press NEWTOWN, Conn.
Senators seek national commission on mass shootings
Senators seek national commission on mass shootings Associated Press WASHINGTON Two senators
Kristy Foster | Kurt Seachrist
EAST PALESTINE Kristy Lynn Foster and Kurt Seachrist were united in marriage Sept. 29 at the
Megan Cartwright | Tom Key
BOARDMAN Megan Cartwright and Tom Key, both of Boardman, exchanged vows Aug. 3 at St. Charles
Ashley Gibbs | Matthew Stellato
CANFIELD Ashley N. Gibbs and Matthew J. Stellato, both of Austintown, exchanged vows Oct. 6 at
Eva R. Sanchez | Thomas E. Hoskins
YOUNGSTOWN Eva Rae Sanchez and Lt. Col. Thomas Eugene Hoskins were married May 26 at Stambaugh
Moores surprised with dinner party by family Dec. 1
HUBBARD A surprise dinner party on Dec. 1 at The Gentry honored Gary and Myrtlann Moore of Hubbard
Rezeks celebrate 50th anniversary at vineyard
LOUISVILLE, OHIO Mr. and Mrs. Randall C. Rezek of Louisville, formerly of Youngstown, celebrated
Forum has holiday flower show
YOUNGSTOWN A Holiday Flower Show sponsored by the Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown took place in
MASONIC GROUPS
WEDNESDAY Sunrise Chapter 458, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. A $5 gift exchange
Earl Stahl installed as Worshipful Master
Staff report BOARDMAN Earl H. Stahl of Boardman was installed as Worshipful Master of Western
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, open exercise at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
FEDERATED CLUBS
FEDERATED CLUBS WEDNESDAY Youngstown Area Federation of Women’s Clubs Inc. will meet for a
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY | Cyril M. Deley
Residence: Youngstown. Date of birth: Dec. 23, 1922. Place of birth: Youngstown. Parents:
GARDEN CLUBS
TUESDAY East members will meet for a Christmas party at 11:30 a.m. at Stonebridge Grille and
So long, Cedar's
Last week, it was announced that the club will be forced to leave its location at 23 N. Hazel St. downtown, where it has been since it opened in 1975.
Town mourns as authorities seek answers
Investigators tried to figure out what led a bright but painfully awkward 20-year-old to slaughter 26 children and adults at a Connecticut elementary school, while townspeople sadly took down some of their Christmas decorations and struggled Saturday with how to go on.
Eastern Gateway Commmunity College moves in
More EGCC services move from Choffin into Valley Center for start of spring semester
Public-private debate flares again
High school principals will vote on whether or not to separate the tournaments in May.
Teddy bears bring smiles, joy to residents
Beginning last September, Delores Lilko, affectionately known as “Grandma Dee Dee,” began collecting donated bears and other stuffed animals to distribute to residents of area nursing homes and care facilities.
Four area officials headed to bowls
Julius Livas, Rob Luklan, Tom Krispinsky and Jim Visingardi will work games.
Richard A. Marsico retires Jan. 6 after 16 years as Mahoning County engineer
Richard A. Marsico, who is retiring as Mahoning County engineer on Jan. 6, withdrew his re-election bid after the county’s Democratic central committee endorsed his successor, Patrick Ginnetti, by a 68-percent margin.
Changes on entry showing signs of success
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown It’s too soon to say whether a conditional admission change at Youngstown State University has produced the desired effect, but officials see positive indications as they provide additional support to students.
White leads Poland past W. Middlesex
The senior point guard made 10 of 11 free throws in the fourth quarter.
Santa and Mrs. Claus help at Austintown fundraiser
Money raised at Saturday's event will help Darcy Fletcher, a school crossing guard, who was struck by a vehicle in November as she walked into Idaho Road to help children cross the street.
Harding rebounds from first loss
The Raiders opened a quick lead and held off Sharon down the stretch.
UPDATED MONDAY | Covelli not excited by mayor’s idea; see link to what a similar facility is doing
Opinion: A Tennessee consulting group gave the city and Mayor Charles Sammarone about 50 points to make a
The victims Names and ages of the 26 people gunned down at a Connecticut elementary school Friday in the second-deadliest school shooting in U.S. history:
Charlotte Bacon, 6 Daniel Barden, 7 Rachel Davino, 29 Olivia Engel, 6 Josephine Gay, 7 Ana
Obama offers prayers to a mournful nation
McClatchy Tribune WASHINGTON President Barack Obama used his weekly radio address to offer
Aftermath of killings: Action on gun control?
By Calvin Woodward Associated Press The question surfaces each time a mass murder unfolds: Will
School adviser: Gunman was loner who felt no pain
Associated Press SOUTHBURY, Conn. At Newtown High School, Adam Lanza had trouble relating to
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard Public Library Board of Trustees, 5:30 p.m., Schafer Conference Room.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Disney On Ice “Treasure Trove,” 1 and 5 p.m.: Bring the children
THEY PLAYED at CEDAR’S
THEY PLAYED at CEDAR’S Following is a partial list of national and international acts who have
record reviews
Bruno Mars Album: “Unorthodox Jukebox” (Atlantic Records) Grade: B Bruno Mars likes to mix it
Two good turntables for under $400
Q. I am looking for an inexpensive turntable for my father as a gift. He has a very good receiver
Times have changed for wristwatch industry
The Kansas City Star It showed 12:17 p.m. on all of the timepieces carried by students and young
Lease bonus recipients may pay additional tax
Commercial Activity Tax will catch mineral rights leasees with more than $150,000 in income
Ask Mr. Know It All
Q. I have been admiring the 2013 Lincoln Motor Co. lineup. Who was the company named after?
New funding plan for higher ed stresses graduation rates
Editorial: Ohio’s universities and colleges will be rewarded for student success
GOING PRO
Associated Press NEW YORK Out of the kitchen and into the hotel lobby: Gingerbread houses have
Local author has new book released
Local author has new book released BOARDMAN Rick Sulik of Boardman has a new novel, “Death
Vindy Block Party
Vindy Block Party YOUNGSTOWN The Vindicator’s Newspaper in Education Block Party is coming up.
Mammograms spark debate
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly Kansas City Star Three years ago, a little-known panel, the U.S. Preventive
Clevelander’s book spotlights ’80s music sleeves Art, for the record
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Matthew Chojnacki shined a flashlight into the now-dark
pop culture Q&A
pop culture Q&A Q. On “Grey’s Anatomy,” Cristina (Sandra Oh) made friends with an old doctor at
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Dec. 16, the 351st day of 2012. There are 15 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ohioans gave generously to super-PACs
By JESSICA WEHRMAN Columbus Dispatch WASHINGTON Ohio’s political donors had a choice this
City of Salem's new police chief starts Feb. 1
Sgt. J.T. Panezott, a 23-year city police veteran who’s been waging a war against drugs for most of his career, is the new chief.
Indoor track club
Indoor track club youngstown The Coach Gorby’s Families and Schools Together Kids Indoor Track &
GREAT GIFTS FOR GARDENERS
By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) You’re making your gift list and checking
Divided Egypt votes on its constitution
McClatchy Newspapers CAIRO, Egypt Polarized Egyptians voted Saturday on whether to accept a
Pets ease stress of final exams
Columbus Dispatch GRANVILLE, Ohio There are some things you just don’t see often on campus,
East’s McClain and Scott roll over Liberty
Deontay Scott and Terrell McClain led East high over Liberty By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com
Trumbull judges rules player ineligible at Warren JFK
The family of Isaac Carrino felt the student would receive better academic, spiritual and social opportunities at Kennedy.
Killing of 2 by Cleveland cops angers residents
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland residents are expressing anger over the minimal
Vindicator shares the blame
Opinion: Vindicator shares the blame Last Sunday’s article by Ber- tram de Souza about the cesspool in our
If Vegas calls, don’t answer
Opinion: Youngstown’s clerk of courts isn’t shy about traveing — at taxpayers’ expense.
US Rep. Ryan meets with military academy nominees
12 area high school seniors seek to continue their education at three military academies.
Mayans not worried
Associated Press UH-MAY, Mexico Amid a worldwide frenzy of advertisers and new-agers preparing
Rural lawmakers worry about ‘cliff’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rural lawmakers worry that $9 billion in annual federal crop
Songs take starring role in TV drama ‘Nashville’
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Music Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. Buddy Miller says these days it’s not
W.Va. blast comes amid debate over pipelines
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Regulators have debated requiring automatic or remote shut-
Wean Foundation awards $110K in grants
The largest grant was made to the Center for Nonprofit Leadership at Youngstown State University for its summer internship program.
Autofeeder doles birdseed gradually
Autofeeder doles birdseed gradually Wingscapes’ AutoFeeder, above, can save you countless trips
newsmakers
newsmakers School shooting postpones premiere of Cruise movie NEW YORK The U.S. premiere of
Kasich’s turnpike plan merits bipartisan consideration
Editorial: There are some pleasant surprises in Gov. Kasich’s proposal for the Ohio Turnpike, but there’s still cause for caution.
Ala. police kill suspects after separate shootings
Ala. police kill suspects after separate shootings BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Police in Alabama have
publishers weekly BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Dec. 9
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Threat Vector” by Tom Clancy (Putnam) 2. “The Racketeer” by John Grisham
NUMBERS IN THE NEWS 400 Associated Press
The number of troops, along with two batteries of Patriot missiles, that the U.S. will send to
City school board calls special meeting
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown City Schools Board of Education will meet in special
OSU women fall to Washington State
The Cougars forced 21 Buckeye turnovers en route to the 62-55 win.
TODAY
TODAY NILES: Special Santa Christmas Photo Event, 9 to 11 a.m., Eastwood Mall, 5555 Youngstown-
Suspect surrenders to police in Nov. homicide
The victim, Oneil Williams, 28, was found by police dead lying in a pool of blood in the rear bedroom of a two-story home on Atkinson Avenue early Nov. 20.
Canfield swimmers excel at Christmas Invite
Cardinal sophomore Connor Brady placed in the top eight in four events.
TRUMBULL, Columbiana COUNTY Courts
COURTS Columbiana COUNTY New complaints Robert McCulloch et al v. Janey Scott, money. Marsha
RIChard A. Marsico | Chronology
Here are some milestones in the life and professional career of Richard A. Marsico, the retiring
Catholic Charities effort focuses on winter utility aid
“Keep the Kids Warm” campaign will begin Dec. 30
Cashing in on fun
The Microsoft Store in Oak Park Mall in Kansas City, Mo., has product advisers to help customers
Dodge Dart has room for improvement
The Dodge Dart, the first all-new model to emerge from the Fiat-Chrysler alliance, earned praise
Sisters are the twin engines of ... A well-run kitchen
Their main ingredients are teamwork and tradition.
New deli opens
New deli opens boardman Marta Krakus opened Krakus Polish Deli & Bakery at 7050 Market Street in
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SUNDAY VINDY | Sports & public schools vs. private schools; vote is coming
Read Sunday's Vindy for the complete story by reporter Joe Scalzo.
Murder suspect surrenders to police for Youngstown homicide
Murder suspects surrenders to police for Youngstown homicide
Boardman police probe shooting that hospitalizes one man
Boardman police probe shooting that hospitalizes one man
Suspects to be tried in slaying of Pa. store clerk
Suspects to be tried in slaying of Pa. store clerk
Conn. shooter's relatives express 'heartfelt sorrow'
Conn. shooter's relatives express 'heartfelt sorrow'
Richard Marsico reflects on career as Mahoning County engineer
Richard Marsico reflects on career as Mahoning County engineer
Ohio lease-bonus recipients may pay addtional tax
Ohio lease-bonus recipients may pay additional tax
Christmas fundraiser for injured Austintown crossing guard
Christmas fundraiser for injured Austintown crossing guard
EGCC student services moves into Valley Center in downtown Youngstown
EGCC student services moves to downtown Youngstown
East Side Crime Watch has toy, clothing giveaway Friday
East Side Crime Watch has toy, clothing giveaway Friday
Police: 3 elderly Mennonites attacked in their Pa. home
Police: 3 elderly Mennonites attacked in their Pa. home
Warren Family Mission gets $2K grant from Ronald McDonald House Charities
Warren Family Mission gets $2K grant from Ronald McDonald House Charities
Vindicator Newspaper in Education Block Party is coming
Vindicator Newspaper in Education Block Party is coming
Trumbull judge rules player ineligible at Warren JFK
Trumbull judge rules player ineligible at Warren JFK
Cramer-Wade nuptials will be December 29
Tom and Dawna Cramer of Green Township are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Lyndsey Cramer of Green Township, and Bryan Wade of Alliance.
Ashleigh Santillo, Mr. Young to wed in January
BOARDMAN Ashleigh Marie Santillo and John Laurin Young, both of Boardman, are announcing their
West-Stavola wedding set for March 17
Meri West of Hilton Head, S.C., formerly of Canfield and Michael West of North Lima are announcing
Charitable fund is soliciting proposals
Charitable fund is soliciting proposals The William Swanston Charitable Fund is soliciting
Valley educators admit vulnerability
Mahoning Valley educators say you can plan for — but never be 100 percent prepared for — mass tragedy in a school building.
Youngstown mainstay Buchman Shoes to close
After 87 years in business, Buchman Shoes will close Dec. 22.
Mount Union wins 11th national title
The Purple Raiders ended a three-game losing streak in the Stagg Bowl.
Christmas spirit lights up during North Side bus tour
As a Western Reserve Transit Authority bus leisurely rolled through the North Side, 7-year-old Zach Holm changed his mind several times about his favorite set of Christmas lights and decorations he saw.
Incumbent judge wins despite challenger’s raising more money
The failed challenger loaned $10K to his campaign in final weeks
Arrested man has abused women in the past
Berry has served time in prison and been accused of beating two other women.
Court OKs sale of First Place to Talmer Bancorp
A U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware on Friday approved the sale of First Place Bank to Michigan-based Talmer Bancorp, leaving only regulators to decide whether the bank will assume new ownership.
Joy Hodge guilty of murder
A Trumbull County jury found Joy Hodge, 29, of Warren guilty of murder, felonious assault and child endangering in the death of her 15-month-old daughter, A’Nana Brantley.
Heckert hopes to return to Browns next season
Browns GM hopes to be back next season under new regime
Youngstown Club closing is certain, but reopening is possible, official says
The Youngstown Club will close after its New Year’s eve party, but “the possibility is there” that it could reopen, its co-president says.
WHY?
In this photo provided by the Newtown Bee, a police officer leads two women and a child from Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., where a gunman opened fire, killing 26 people, including 20 children, Friday. The 20-year-old killer, carrying two handguns, committed suicide at the school, and another person was found dead at a second scene, bringing the toll to 28, authorities said.
City schools’ transportation chief wins award
Jeff Vrabel Sr., chief of transportation for Youngstown City Schools, has received the 2012 Foundation For School Business Management’s Outstanding Transportation Director of the Year award, The Ohio Association of School Business Officials has announced
Youngstown man charged with B&E
The suspect told police he didn't break into the house. The door was already open.
Burglar sentenced to one year in prison
Nikkia Hudson, who pleaded guilty to burglary and aggravated riot, is going to prison for a year.
A special town shattered by tragedy
At the crossroads that marks the center of this three-century-old New England postcard town stands a flagpole that’s a kind of barometer. Every day, says Susan Osborne White, who has lived here all her life, “it tells me which way the wind is blowing” — and she calls the local newspaper whenever the flag is lowered to half-staff, to ask why.
Boardman police crack down on OVI
Boardman police crack down on OVI BOARDMAN Township police will supplement regular patrols with
Army Corps rejects pressure
Opinion: Minot (N.D.) Daily News: Good for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which last week rejected
Internet cafe operators get a pass in the Senate
Editorial: The death of a bill in the Ohio Sen- ate to regulate gambling establishments known as Internet cafes
Time for Plan B on looming ‘fiscal cliff’?
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s beginning to look like it’s time for Plan B on the “fiscal
Gas prices soon to hit low point for ’12
Gas prices soon to hit low point for ’12 Gas prices soon will drop to their lowest level of the
Middle-school girls charged in discovery of a ‘hit list’
Associated Press KENTON Three Ohio middle-school girls are facing juvenile court charges of
Poll: Science doubters say world is warming
Associated Press WASHINGTON A growing majority of Americans think global warming is occurring,
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Ohio couple charged in death of 18-month-old daughter
Associated Press MANCHESTER, Ohio Police say a man and woman have been arrested on child
‘Goodbye’ is not a long word
Opinion: COLUMBUS I suppose we should turn our attention, for a moment, to the self-aggrandizement that
4 doused with flammable liquid, set on fire in Colo.
Associated Press DENVER Police searched Friday for two men who used a pump sprayer to douse four
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .70, 24.58 —.27 Avalon
Gov. Kasich orders flags be flown at half-staff
Associated Press COLUMBUS Flags at Ohio state buildings and grounds flew at half-staff Friday as
Any change in filibuster rule is a good thing
Opinion: South Carolina’s increasingly influential Republican senator, Jim DeMint, provided an insight into
Pastors join students for breakfast at YCS
Staff report Youngstown Youngstown Christian School students invited their pastors to have
MILESTONE
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown A strong faith enhanced by ethnic heritage
Westminster students compete in bond-rating competition
Staff report new wilmington, pa. Twelve Westminster College financial economics students
More GED test dates offered
More GED test dates offered youngstown Official GED testing sponsored by Choffin Career and
Excellent area schools recognized
Staff report Canfield The Eastern Ohio P-16 Partnership for Education has recognized area
Mass shootings
A gunman at a Connecticut elementary school killed more than two dozen people, including children, on Friday. It is among the world’s worst mass shootings. Here is a look at some others:
Activists: Syrians face food shortagesSFlb
McClatchy Newspapers ANKARA, Turkey With bread scarce in major cities and towns, infant formula
Shop to sell rare beer by lottery
Staff report BOARDMAN A Boardman wine and beer shop has received access to some very expensive
Kasich turnpike plan will need green light from state legislators
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A plan to leverage the Ohio Turnpike for funding for
College football | News & notes
Sycamores hire Sanford: Indiana State has hired Mike Sanford as its head football coach. The school
MAHONING COUNTY This week’s grand jury indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury this week handed up indictments against these people: Kenyatta
Christmas tree lighted at Vatican
Christmas tree lighted at Vatican VATICAN CITY The Christmas season kicked off Friday at the
News shows
News shows Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. John McCain,
Dentistry bachelor’s to begin at YSU
Staff report Youngstown Madeleine Haggerty, director of dental hygiene at Youngstown State
No sign of forced entry at shooting death scene, officer testifies
Youngstown Police Officer Ron Jankowski, the first officer at the Quest Waggoner death scene, testifies there was no sign of a struggle during Donovan Miller’s murder trial.
Mineral Ridge teachers picket over inaction on wage clause
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Local Schools teachers took up
Submit details on Christmas services
Submit details on Christmas services The Vindicator will publish a listing of area services that
CAMPAIGN FINANCE REPORTS Post-general election reports for Mahoning, Trumbull counties
The campaign financial activity between Oct. 18 and Dec. 7 for those who ran in the Nov. 6 election
Humans can’t predict the end
In the Gospel of St. Luke, Jesus speaks of the coming of the Son of Man and the cosmic disasters
Short-handed Bucks top Cavs
Associated Press CLEVELAND The short-handed Milwaukee Bucks needed someone to step up Friday
Mahoning County courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Terry S. Sear, 43, of 455 Brookfield Ave., Boardman,
Offense flies, Romeo shines in road win
Staff report DES MOINES, IOWA Third-year Phantoms goaltender Sean Romeo continued his strong
BBVA COmpass bowl
BBVA COmpass bowl Matchup: Pittsburgh vs. Ole Miss Kickoff: 1 p.m. Jan. 5 Where: Legion
Oregon halts Penn State’s volleyball run
Oregon halts Penn State’s volleyball run LOUISVILLE, Ky. Liz Brenner had 17 kills and 17 digs to
Birthdays
birthdays Actor-comedian Tim Conway is 79. Singer Cindy Birdsong of The Supremes is 73. Drummer
Church Background
St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, 1898 Wilson Ave., Youngstown, marked its 100th anniversary
Abeid flashes onto scene at Saint Francis
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com LORETTO, PA A few months ago, Anthony Abeid’s present
high school sports
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Bristol 114, Southington 59 Brookfield 59, Niles 58 Campbell 53,
Houston visit aims at shale investment
Staff report youngstown Representatives from the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber spent three
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Game Time Matchup: Steelers vs. Cowboys Kickoff: 4:25 p.m., Sunday Where: Cowboys Stadium,
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 26 Source: Associated Press
Muhammad Wilkerson, a first-round pick out of Temple last year, leads the New York Jets with 26
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