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Tuesday, January 31 (105 stories)
Rally, reward collection for pups found bound, killed downtown Youngstown
A downtown rally to promote Nitro’s Law was prompted, in part, by the recent killing of two German Shepherd puppies.
Explorer spacecraft reveals unexpected picture of region beyond solar system
A glimpse beyond our solar system reveals the neighborhood just outside the sun's influence is different and stranger than expected, scientists reported Tuesday.
Celtics survive Cavs’ comeback 93-90
Celtics survive Cavs’ comeback 93-90 CLEVELAND (AP) — Paul Pierce scored 20 points, Ray Allen had
Penguins rally for 5-4 shootout win
Penguins rally for 5-4 shootout win PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin tied it with 6 seconds left in
Women express distaste for Gingrich in today's Fla. primary
Women abandoned Newt Gingrich in droves Tuesday and helped fuel former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney's triumph in Florida's Republican presidential primary, according to preliminary data from an exit poll of voters.
Family of missing US couple accepts search end
Family of missing US couple accepts search end WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn. (AP) — Family members of a
Romney commanding 47 percent of Fla. vote so far
Mitt Romney won a commanding victory in the Florida primary tonight, rebounding from defeat a week earlier and taking a major step toward the Republican presidential nomination. Despite the one-sided result, Newt Gingrich vowed to press on.
NY Times calling it for Romney in Fla.
Mitt Romney won the Florida primary Tuesday after aggressively beating back a challenge from Newt Gingrich and regaining momentum on his relentless march toward the Republican presidential nomination. Interviews with voters as they exited the polls in Florida allow the New York Times to project that Mr. Romney will win the state by a wide margin over Mr. Gingrich, who will come in second. Ron Paul and Rick Santorum will finish the night behind the two leaders. The campaign now shifts immediately to Nevada, which will hold its caucuses on Saturday. Mr. Gingrich has vowed to continue his battle against a man he calls "a Massachusetts moderate." And Mr. Santorum and Mr. Paul have already left Florida to begin campaigning in states with upcoming contests.
Romney holding comfortable lead in Fla., with 34 percent counted
Mitt Romney jumped to a commanding lead in the Florida primary tonight, rebounding powerfully from the previous week's defeat and reaching for a resounding victory over Newt Gingrich in the race for the Republican presidential nomination.
Man charged with shooting woman
Man charged with shooting woman YOUNGSTOWN A Crandall Avenue man has been charged with
YSU lands talented Florida WR with checkered past
YSU lands talented Florida WR with checkered past.
Columbiana County real estate tax bills mailed
Columbiana County real estate tax bills mailed lisbon Columbiana County Treasurer Nick Barborak
Patriot accuses state of trying to divert business
Patriot accuses state of trying to divert business WARREN The rift between Patriot Water
Phantoms play at 10 a.m. Wednesday
Phantoms play at 10 a.m. Wednesday The Youngstown Phantom’s game against the Chicago Steel will
CSU professor joins Youngstown academic commission
CSU professor joins Youngstown academic commission Youngstown The commission overseeing the city
Airport supporters to meet
Airport supporters to meet VIENNA YNGAir Partners will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m.
Aid approved for 75 Genie workers in Alliance
Aid approved for 75 Genie workers in Alliance WASHINGTON The U.S. Department of Labor on Tuesday
New bar opening at PNC Park
New bar opening at PNC Park PITTSBURGH Anheuser-Busch and the Pittsburgh Pirates plan to open
Cafaro Co. will build hotel, conference center at Eastwood Mall
Cafaro Co. will build hotel, conference center at Eastwood Mall NILES Preliminary discussions
Manufacturers Coalition open houses scheduled
Manufacturers Coalition open houses scheduled CANFIELD The Mahoning Valley Manufacturers
SCORE business plan workshop is Monday
SCORE business plan workshop is Monday YOUNGSTOWN SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business,
Remodeled McDonalds debuts Thursday on Midlothian
Remodeled McDonalds debuts Thursday on Midlothian YOUNGSTOWN Herb and Gisele Washington will
Carver named to Connect Appalachia task force
Carver named to Connect Appalachia task force KNOX Columbiana County Knox Township Trustee

Danielle Battafarano | Joseph Surko Jr.
YOUNGSTOWN Danielle Battafarano and Joseph A. Surko Jr., both of Poland, were married Oct. 22,

Sarah Brothers | Matthew Guza
BOARDMAN Residing in Boardman since their June 11, 2011, wedding at St. James Meeting House in

Julie Bartell | Ronald DiBacco
KEY WEST, FLA. Smathers Beach in Key West, Fla., was the chosen setting for the Dec. 5, 2011,

Tiffany Day | Nicholas Linville
ST. AUGUSTINE, FLA. The marriage of Tiffany Marie Day and Nicholas Jack Linville, both of
REUNIONS
Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at
Try eating Greek on Super Bowl Sunday
Try eating Greek on Super Bowl Sunday YOUNGSTOWN St. Nicholas Church, 220 N. Walnut St.,

Giants-Patriots rematch well worth the four-year wait
Four years after what many consider the best finish in Super Bowl history, the Giants and Patriots are facing off once more for the NFL championship.

Baby times at the library
At the local public libraries, the path to literacy begins at age 6 months in a program called Baby Brilliant.
Improved Thompson makes mark for YSU
As Youngstown State sophomore guard Melissa Thompson prepared to face reporters for the first time on Monday, her coach, Bob Boldon, did his best to be a kind, nurturing father figure.
Eagles remain on top
Strong free-throw shooting helped the United High School girls basketball team remain undefeated in Inter-Tri County Tier One play.
Police probe teen’s slaying
Carlos Crues Jr. survived an attempted shooting earlier this month only to be shot and killed while attending a party this past weekend.
Girard city closer to exiting fiscal emergency
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard The fiscal commission on Monday voted
Liberty schools committee approves district’s $1.2M plan
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The Liberty schools fiscal commission has
YSU police chief retires today
At the end of his shift today, Youngstown State University Police Chief Jack Gocala will turn in his radio and his keys.
Rapp enters plea on charges
Prosecutors are recommending a four-year prison term for the former Canfield Dairy Queen owner, who has pleaded no contest to drug and sexual-material pandering charges.
Turnovers propel N. Falls to victory
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS The game produced only 72 total points and 54
Project will update area around park
Work will begin this summer on a project that will update the look of the area around Yellow Creek Park off Lowellville Road, the Struthers mayor says.
City hall prepares to take over video arraignments
With the Mahoning County sheriff eliminating video arraignments, starting Monday, at the county justice center for Youngstown Municipal Court, the city is taking steps to switch the process to the old city jail.
Meeting will address quakes, injection wells
Staff report youngstown A group of concerned Youngstown-area residents and panelists will
Insider-trading bill
Insider-trading bill WASHINGTON Congress is rushing to make it absolutely clear to everyone that
Power-plant closing may help Erie fish
Associated Press TOLEDO Environmentalists and charter fishing captains expect Lake Erie’s fish
YSU defensive coordinator leaves
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University football team is
Campbell man arrested after chase
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a 33-year-old Campbell man who failed to stop when
prep sports at a glance
MONDAY’s RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORE Ursuline 73, Kennedy Catholic 54 SUMMARy
What’s happening in church
Opinion: What’s happening in church Where do children get the most hugs, kisses, and pampering? Church, of
Ursuline defeats K. Catholic
HERMITAGE, PA. Ryan Strollo scored 21 points and the Ursuline High boys basketball team defeated
February is one of those winter months when not-so-hot movies are dumped into theaters with little
February is one of those winter months when not-so-hot movies are dumped into theaters with little
Pa. councilman charged with 1979 killing
Associated Press BRIDGEWATER, Pa. A Pennsylvania borough councilman has been charged with
Aldi hiring trainees
Aldi hiring trainees AUSTINTOWN The Aldi grocery chain is conducting a store-manager trainee
FISCAL EMERGENCY TIME LINE
FISCAL EMERGENCY TIME LINE State auditors place Girard in fiscal emergency Aug. 8, 2001. The
‘Same old Kyrie’
Associated Press INDEPENDENCE The moment arose from one of Kyrie Irving’s dreams. With the
Emboldened GOP wants to abolish state income taxes
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY A year after Republicans swept into office across the country,
SPECIAL TO The Vindicator
SPECIAL TO The Vindicator A man who walked into First Place Bank at 185 E. Market St. at 10:50
Playhouse receives $30K in grants
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse has recently received several grants from area
US incomes up 0.5 percent
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans’ income rose in December by the most in nine months, a
Patriot to operate pending hearing
Staff report WARREN Patriot Water Treatment and the Warren wastewater-treatment plant will
CORRECTIONS
CORRECTIONS The family of Rev. Walter Coy, interim minister at Austintown Community Evangelical
Poland man faces extradition to PA
Staff report NEW MIDDLETOWN New Middletown and Poland Village police arrested Terry Bressler of
Agencies’ relationship solidified
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Lawmakers signed off Monday on agreements between two
An America built to last
Opinion: By Donna Brazile Universal Features Syndicate There’s nothing like recalling history to put
A long-running stage at ‘Mother Church’
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. It’s time for a new stage at Ryman
Leopard kept at zoo after escape suffers fatal injury
Associated Press COLUMBUS A spotted leopard that was among six creatures kept at an Ohio zoo
Data shows Ohio has fewer teenage drivers
Associated Press DAYTON Fewer Ohio teens are obtaining their driver’s licenses, in a trend
Obama to woman: Send hubby’s r sum
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama is trying to rebuild the American economy,
‘Key & Peele’: ‘MAD’ comedy
By Rick Bentley McClatchy Newspapers PASADENA, Calif. Former “MADtv” actors Keegan-Michael Key
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.93 —.12 Avalon
oddly enough
oddly enough NY inmate guilty of seeking $890M in tax refunds SYRACUSE, N.Y. A jury has
Streaking Penguins surging into second half of season
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Penguins milled quietly about their dressing room
OSU lands top cornerback
By Bill Rabinowitz and Tim May The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS With national signing day
Buckeyes prepare for decisive month
Associated Press COLUMBUS Not long after No. 3 Ohio State hung a 64-49 shiner on No. 20 Michigan
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Scheduled events
A list of area events to commemorate in February, which is Black History Month, as submitted to The
Syrian forces push back on the edge of Damascus
Associated Press BEIRUT Syrian forces pushed dissident troops back from the edge of Damascus in
Police probe weekend mayhem
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating two shootings
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW A Youngstown-based book club will bring “He Loves Me! She Loves Me Not?” to the
NHTSA steps up Jeep air-bag probe
Associated Press DETROIT Federal safety regulators have stepped up their investigation into the
No gimmicks
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Unlike four years ago when they dressed in black suits as a symbol
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Romney won’t let up on Gingrich
Associated Press MIAMI Cheered by new polls, Mitt Romney is all but predicting victory in
Early wake-up call awaits Phantoms
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms head coach Anthony Noreen
Sewer grates missing
Sewer grates missing WARREN Warren’s Operations Department reported Friday morning that seven
Pa. speaker: District maps are not legal
Associated Press HARRISBURG The speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Monday
Permits are a must
Opinion: The Daily Republic, Mitchell (S.D.): If state Rep. Don Kopp, R-Rapid City, gets his way, South
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2012. There are 335 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Summit Academy Board, 5:30 p.m., 2106 Arbor Ave. SE, Warren. Youngstown City
Consolidation of health entities is no-brainer, but action absent
Editorial: Why does Youngstown Mayor Charles Sammarone have to set a deadline for Mahoning County to indicate
Onward civilian soldiers
Opinion: WASHINGTON War, said James Madison, is “the true nurse of executive aggrandizement.” Randolph
Ravenna man faces charges
Staff report NEWTON FALLS Angelo T. Vecchio II, 32, of Fairfield Drive in Ravenna, returns to
birthdays
birthdays Actress Carol Channing is 91. Actress Jessica Walter (“Arrested Development”) is 71.
Gender equity good
Opinion: By Rosalind Barnett and Caryl Rivers Los Angeles Times Do boys lose out when girls start to do
Dogs’ death probed
Dogs’ death probed YOUNGSTOWN City police and the Mahoning County dog warden are looking for
newsmakers
newsmakers Camilla Williams, opera pioneer, dies INDIANAPOLIS African-American opera pioneer
Daniel Radcliffe reboots career with ‘Woman in Black’ Post-‘Potter’ pick
By ALICIA QUARLES AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Daniel Radcliffe had to decide what his
baby brilliant What’s available
early literacy tips Here are some tips for helping toddlers acquire language: When participating
Why do feminists ignore gendercide?
Opinion: By Jennifer A. MARSHALL AND SARAH TORRE Heritage Foundation You’d notice if 160 million women
Monday, January 30 (102 stories)
Campbell man arrested after short chase through Youngstown streets
Campbell man arrested after short chase through Youngstown streets
Man arrested in New Middletown for bank robbery parole violations
Man arrested in New Middletown for bank robbery parole violations
Youngstown police, dog warden looking for killer of puppies
Youngstown police, dog warden looking for killer of puppies
Warren police investigating shooting inside city bar
Warren police investigating shooting inside city bar
Report: YSU defensive coordinator Kravitz will not return
Report: YSU defensive coordinator Kravitz will not return.
Columbiana street closed for nearly 8 hours Wednesday
Columbiana street closed for nearly 8 hours Wednesday
NV health district: Luxor guests had Legionnaires’
NV health district: Luxor guests had Legionnaires’ LAS VEGAS (AP) — Health officials in Las Vegas
Doctors: Sen. Kirk is talking, in fair condition
Doctors: Sen. Kirk is talking, in fair condition CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Sen. Mark Kirk is able to
2 convicted in al-Qaida terror plot in Norway
2 convicted in al-Qaida terror plot in Norway OSLO, Norway (AP) — Two men were found guilty today
Fan pleads not guilty in Jets game stun gun case
Fan pleads not guilty in Jets game stun gun case HACKENSACK, N.J. (AP) — A South Carolina man
Eclectic Fla. museum to be emptied by auction
Eclectic Fla. museum to be emptied by auction BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — A one-of-a-kind private
Police chief retiring in Conn. town hit by scandal
Police chief retiring in Conn. town hit by scandal EAST HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — The mayor of a
US reps want rules for drillers seeking Cuba oil
US reps want rules for drillers seeking Cuba oil MIAMI (AP) — U.S. Rep. David Rivera wants to hold
Presentation on genealogical research scheduled
Presentation on genealogical research scheduled YOUNGSTOWN Timothy A. Seman will present “An
Mahoning County land bank directors to meet Tuesday
Mahoning County land bank directors to meet Tuesday Youngstown The Board of Directors of the
Meeting set tonight to discuss crime in the southwest area of Warren
Meeting set tonight to discuss crime in the southwest area of Warren WARREN The 6th Ward
Warren G. Harding High School will be open for walkers
Warren G. Harding High School will be open for walkers WARREN The front doors to Warren G.
Youngstown Neighborhood Leadership Council meets today
Youngstown Neighborhood Leadership Council meets today The Youngstown Neighborhood Leadership
Nearly 14-pound baby boy born in Des Moines
Nearly 14-pound baby boy born in Des Moines DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — An Iowa woman has given birth
Man fatally stabbed
Man fatally stabbed MT. OLIVER, Pa. (AP) — Authorities are investigating the stabbing death of a
Man arrested for sledgehammer attack
Man arrested for sledgehammer attack WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — Police have charged a western

Rachel McGowan | Richard McCarthy
YOUNGSTOWN Rachel Helena McGowan and Richard Lawrence McCarthy, both of McLean, Va., were married

Cordelia Dennison-Budak | Warren Swegal
BOARDMAN Cordelia W. Dennison-Budak and Warren C. Swegal, both of Cleveland, exchanged wedding
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
Boy Scouts organize recognition breakfast
Boy Scouts organize recognition breakfast CANFIELD Boy Scout Troop 25 will recognize the 102nd

Pats playful in Peyton’s place
Even the usually dour Bill Belichick was joking around as the New England Patriots arrived in Indianapolis for Super Bowl week.

YOUNG at ART
The Art Out- reach Gallery at the Sears wing of Eastwood Mall has dedicated wall space for six years to artists in the Mahoning Valley.
Mitt soars; Newt roars
McClatchy Newspapers ORLANDO, Fla. Mitt Romney opened a commanding lead in Florida on Sunday,
Stambaugh golf clubhouse gets a lift from the rough
The exterior of the Henry Stambaugh Golf Course’s clubhouse is undergoing its first major repair work since it was built 59 years ago.
‘Big fight’ expected as GM suit heads to court
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Twenty-eight General Motors Lordstown workers
Casino consultant charged Ohio $1.5M
Associated Press COLUMBUS Invoices show the consultant helping Ohio develop rules and
City council stays mum on ouster of police chief
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, PA. New Castle City Council members who
Associate degree in 18 months? Petro pushes plan
Ohio Chancellor Jim Petro is proposing block scheduling that would allow community college students to earn an associate degree in 18 months.
Djokovic takes longest Grand Slam finale
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Novak Djokovic wore down Rafael Nadal in the longest
Snedeker rallies past Stanley
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Brandt Snedeker won the Farmers Insurance Open in a playoff not even
Woods’ control falters; Rock wins
Associated Press ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates Tiger Woods talked all week about his improved
Crosby also has problem with neck
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Sidney Crosby isn’t just dealing with the lingering effects of a
Smith energizes Buckeyes
Lenzelle Smith Jr. scored 17 points and had a career-high 12 rebounds as No. 4 Ohio State flexed its muscles inside to beat No. 20 Michigan 64-49 on Sunday, keeping the Buckeyes in a first-place tie in the Big Ten.
Taking Disability In Stride
Nicholai “Kolya” Deykin, who uses prosthetic legs, walks up stairs under the watchful eye of physical therapist Ron Santiago of Youngstown Orthopaedic Associates in Boardman. The 12-year-old also is missing part of his right arm, which aids in balance. Santiago was evaluating Kolya, who lives at the Renewal Orphanage in Dimitrov, Russia, on his walking ability and muscle tone.
Violence in Syria leaves dozens dead
Los Angeles Times BEIRUT Syrian tanks and troops moved Sunday to crush resistance in the
Catholic leaders oppose birth-control rules
Associated Press CINCINNATI Catholic leaders in Ohio have joined the chorus of church officials
Abbott wins third U.S. skating title
Associated Press SAN JOSE, Calif. Rust will no longer be Johnny Weir and Olympic champion Evan
What about the war next door?
Opinion: In his State of the Union address on Tuesday, President Barack Obama talked about the conflicts in
Marshall soars; AFC romps
Associated Press HONOLULU Brandon Marshall caught six passes for 176 yards and a Pro Bowl-record
QUOTABLE JASON PIERRE-PAUL, Giants defensive end, on the NFL:
“Every quarterback can be rattled; there’s no guy who can’t be. Even the great ones.”
Penguins vs. MAPLE LEAFS
Penguins vs. MAPLE LEAFS When: Tuesday at 7 p.m. Where: Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh
Gophers topple Buckeyes
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS Ohio State became the bully of Big Ten women’s basketball over the
Cavs streak to pin ‘bad loss’ on Celtics
Associated Press BOSTON It was the same play Cleveland ran at the end of regulation in its
Witnesses in city’s latest shooting tell of 2 volleys of gunfire
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown Witnesses in Saturday’s shooting of a 17
minnesota 76 ohio state65
minnesota 76 ohio state65 Next: Wisconsin at Ohio State, Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Inside the ropes ... With Jason Kokrak
Next: The Warren JFK High graduate will play in the Phoenix Open starting on Thursday at TPC
nba roundup Sunday’s other games
Heat 97, Bulls 93 MIAMI LeBron James scored 35 points while reigning NBA MVP Derrick Rose wasted
Gaborik named All-Star MVP
Associated Press OTTAWA Marian Gaborik got the best of New York Rangers teammate Henrik
Davis and Dujardin win lead honors at SAG awards
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The Deep South drama “The Help” won three prizes Sunday at the
college basketball roundup | Sunday’s other games
BIG TEN No. 16 Indiana 103, Iowa 89 BLOOMINGTON, IND. Freshman Cody Zeller scored a season-
high school sports at a glance
RECENT RESULTS Bowling Boys Fitch 2602, LaBrae 2046 Fitch 2660, Lakeview 2238 Mineral
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The Ohio State men’s basketball team’s home winning streak.
Family found guilty in honor killings
Associated Press KINGSTON, Ontario A jury on Sunday found an Afghan father, his wife and their
Greek debt deal might not equal Wall Street relief
Associated Press NEW YORK Greece and the investors who bought its bonds have the beginnings of a
Davos forum ends
Davos forum ends davos, switzerland Europe’s crippling debt crisis dominated the world’s
Cause sought in deadly Fla. pileup
Associated Press GAINESVILLE, Fla. A long line of cars and trucks collided one after another
Oil spill brings attention to coast
For decades, farmers and fishermen along the Gulf of Mexico watched as their sensitive ecosystem’s waters slowly got dirtier and islands eroded, all while the country largely ignored the destruction.
Fiscal commission to scrutinize proposed cuts of $1.2 million for schools in Liberty
Budget cuts to personnel in any institution are never easy.
Oakland officials assess damage
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. For weeks the protests had waned, with only a smattering of
DE Pierre-Paul dazzles with best
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Jason Pierre-Paul is no longer the freakish athlete with
SAG AWARDS List of winners
A complete list of winners at Sunday’s 18th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards: MOVIES Actor:
Ohio seeks to get more kids involved in food program
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio education and food program officials want to increase the number
Collecting debts is good; doing it in Youngstown, even better
Editorial: Debt collectors get a bad rap. To be sure, some of them cross the line from trying to collect to
Strickland, 70, gets Harvard fellowship
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ted Strickland obviously has a thing for the classroom. The former
Hollywood horses
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer ACTON, Calif. One star of Steven Spielberg’s latest
Concert by Dana orchestra
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Dana Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of John Wilcox, will
Gingrich: Outsider or insider?
Associated Press WINTER PARK, Fla. Newt Gingrich is presenting an increasingly contradictory
Police investigating robbery find 5 dead
Police investigating robbery find 5 dead birmingham, ala. Police investigating a possible
Maneki exhibit at feline museum
Staff report Alliance The Feline Historical Museum will open an exhibition Wednesday that will
Manufacturing jobs returning to US, Ohio
By Mark Williams Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The jobs are coming home. American companies
NICHOLAI ‘Kolya’ Deykin | Visiting the Valley
Nicholai “Kolya” Deykin was born with a birth defect. His legs end at the knee, and he is missing
Gingrich issue complicated
Opinion: A longtime conservative friend sent me an email after reading something positive I had written about
Welcome to Zinnia’s so-called life
Opinion: By Amy Goldman Koss Los Angeles Times Of all the fictional characters I’ve created, the one who
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2012. There are 336 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
The power to trim government
Opinion: The power to trim government Dallas Morning News: We hope President Barack Obama is serious about
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bridge Weekly Quiz answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xQ 8 4 u5 vA Q J 9 5 wA Q J
Living in the past will get the Mahoning Valley nowhere
Opinion: Living in the past will get the Mahoning Valley nowhere Youngstown and the rest of the Mahoning
Crackdown on selling alcohol to minors
Crackdown on selling alcohol to minors Youngstown The police department’s vice squad summoned
Some movie titles are wordy and complicated or generically forgettable. Others, such as the current
Some movie titles are wordy and complicated or generically forgettable. Others, such as the current
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Poland Village, finance, wage and insurance committee, 6:30 p.m., Poland Village
Mental health risk
Opinion: By Daniel Akst Newsday To a hammer, everything looks like a nail. To a mental health
Congress tries to self-police on trading
Associated Press WASHINGTON Aware that most Americans would like to dump them, members of
Sunday, January 29 (92 stories)
Marshall’s 4 TD catches lifts AFC in Pro Bowl
Marshall’s 4 TD catches lifts AFC in Pro Bowl HONOLULU (AP) — Brandon Marshall caught six passes
Rash of accidents on slick I-80 in Mercer County slows traffic
Rash of accidents on slick I-80 in Mercer County slows traffic Staff report West Middlesex
Youngstown police crack down on sale of alcohol to minors
Youngstown police crack down on sale of alcohol to minors Youngstown The Youngstown Police
Witnesses to city’s 3rd homicide of 2012 tell of two volleys of gunfire
Witnesses to city’s 3rd homicide of 2012 tell of two volleys of gunfire By robert Guttersohn
Cavs close with 12-0 run to beat Celtics
Cavs close with 12-0 run to beat Celtics BOSTON (AP) — Kyrie Irving scored 23 points, sinking a
City-owned Stambaugh Golf Course gets repairs to clubhouse
City-owned Stambaugh Golf Course gets repairs to clubhouse By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com
At least 10 killed in mass collision on I-75 in Florida
At least 10 killed in mass collision on I-75 in Florida Associated Press GAINESVILLE, Fla. A
Gingrich assails Romney for ‘carpet-bombing’ in Florida
Gingrich assails Romney for ‘carpet-bombing’ in Florida Associated Press MIAMI Newt Gingrich
Lordstown workers go to federal court this week in suit against GM
Lordstown workers go to federal court this week in suit against GM By Karl Henkel
Birmingham police find five bodies inside home
Birmingham police find five bodies inside home Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Police
Ted Strickland to teach course on class warfare at Harvard
Ted Strickland to teach course on class warfare at Harvard Associated Press COLUMBUS Ted
Catholics in Ohio protest federal decision on birth control
Catholics in Ohio protest federal decision on birth control Associated Press CINCINNATI

Parents announce Davis-Pugh wedding plans
The parents of Amanda L. Davis and David R. Pugh, both of Youngstown, are announcing the engagement

Miss LaCivita, Mr. Harris plan May wedding
LIBERTY Robert and Marie LaCivita of Liberty are announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage

Gina Dowell, Brad Palmer to wed in May
BOARDMAN The engagement and upcoming marriage of Gina Dowell of Arlington, Va., and Brad Palmer of

McMurrays’ 50th celebrated with family, friends
BOARDMAN James and Patricia McMurray of Boardman marked the 50th anniversary of their wedding in
SENIOR CITIZENS
Cornersburg Happy Seniors will meet for lunch at 11:15 a.m. Thursday at A La Cart Catering in

Snowflake Ball will sparkle by candlelight at Stambaugh
YOUNGSTOWN Members of Epsilon Mu Omega and Delta Delta chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Men’s Garden Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Fellows Riverside Gardens. The speaker will

Fashion show to benefit local charities
CANFIELD The Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance is hosting its eighth annual champagne
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
‘I Love My Heart’ set for Buhl Mansion
‘I Love My Heart’ set for Buhl Mansion SHARON The second annual “I Love My Heart — Meet Me at
Intermediate computer classes at JCC
The Jewish Community Center of Youngstown is offering intermediate computer classes from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning this week through Feb. 22.
Austintown accepting open enrollment applications soon
Austintown School District is accepting open-enrollment applications beginning Feb. 6.
YSU struggles, falls to CSU in front of 6,313
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State and Cleveland State both pressed on
Jamail Johnson's family is yearning for justice and closure
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Next week will mark one year since
Despite cost, Hathorn defends academic-recovery plan
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN The city school district spent more than $3.4
YSU women fall in OT
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With 10 minutes left in Saturday’s game, against a
Howland pulls away in 2nd half at Canfield
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com CANFIELD It was a tale of two halves for the Howland girls
Ash trees cut in Mill Creek to stop infestation
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Mill Creek MetroParks employees are working to
Popo Salinas slated for USA Boxing event
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jack Loew likes to describe his 17-year-old fighter,
Early voting begins Tuesday in Ohio
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ohioans wanting to vote early in the primary
Cub Scout troops participate in annual Freeze-Out event
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD If you had to rescue someone on a sled trapped on thin
Pro-am bowling tourney returns to Hubbard alley
By John Bassetti sports@vindy.com What was designed to be a fund-raiser for the Liberty and
Zach Zidian picks Duquesne
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METRO DIGEST || Youngstown teen killed outside East Side party
Juvenile killed Youngstown A 17-year-old male is dead after he was shot outside an apartment on
ARMED FORCES
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Citizen science projects offered at Jennings center
Staff report Slippery Rock, Pa. The first in a series of citizen science investigations or CSI
Youngstown Thermal's business runs hot and cold
Scott Moore with Youngstown Thermal checks readings for the boiler at Youngstown Thermal on North Avenue in Youngstown, which is expanding its business. The silver coal chutes behind him feed the boiler, which provides stam heat and now, air conditioning, to downtown businesses.
Crossroads of America
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Indianapolis won’t ever be mistaken for Miami’s South Beach or New
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Scheduled events
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Feelings can be destructive beasts
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Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Victoria Azarenka started celebrating, then suddenly did
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Columbus picked for all-star game
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Carpenter starring on the court
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Man in the middle
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. Try to shove massive Vince Wilfork out of the middle. Tough
CAREER PATHS | LIMELIGHT
SALES Everett Industries Inc. of Warren recently announced the addition of Douglas Clay as the
dana school of music Ensemble to present ‘Too Many Sopranos’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Dana School of Music will present a spirited recital titled “Too
Mary Tyler Moore will be honored with the Life Achievement Award at tonight’s Screen Actors
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Curbstone Coaches busy next two days
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HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Private: 1 Suspect” by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro (Little, Brown)
Gingrich vows to stay in the race
Associated Press PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. On the weekend before the pivotal Florida primary, Newt
Premium should be on safety
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Courts won’t go quietly
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New laws are designed to put up obstacles to abortion
Opinion: By Meghan Rhoad Los Angeles Times A federal appeals court this month upheld a Texas law that
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Kyle Stanley leads by three
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MACHINIMA YouTube specialty channel aims high
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birthdays
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No more McMansions
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ron chick’s friends Dinner-dance show planned
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Vindy and ‘the best shale coverage’
Opinion: “I’ve gotten more information in the past two days from The Vindicator on this than I have from anyone else.”
Businesses oppose proposed Ohio fraud legislation
Associated Press DAYTON Some Ohio businesses are opposing a bill backed by the attorney general
Arab League suspends mission in Syria
McClatchy Newspapers CAIRO, Egypt The Arab League suspended its Syria observation mission
Cleveland author plans book tour
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Romney would rank among richest presidents ever
Associated Press WASHINGTON Just how rich is Mitt Romney? Add up the wealth of the last eight
State probe of school projects in Liberty needed for closure
Editorial: The $1.2 million in personnel cuts approved last week by the Liberty Board of Education were not a
A third view of ‘Two Sides’
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Stellar cast embodies ‘Normal’
By Stephanie ottey entertainment@vindy.com salem Spotlight Players is a newly developed group
Pop culture Q&A
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Seeking an ID via ‘scent branding’
Baltimore Sun BALTIMORE Lately, it seems you don’t have to be anywhere near a garden to stop and
From healing to entertaining, ... THE DOCTOR IS IN
By JoAnn Jones Special to The Vindicator SEBRING Dr. Paul Getty and his wife, Betty Jean, had
Blood Drives
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Ask Mr. Know It All
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Apprentice classes
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CEO: Plant ‘to stop burning coal’
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Sulphur-dioxide emis-sions from Youngstown
YSO returns for two concerts
Staff report Youngstown After a midwinter hiatus, the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra will return
Agenda Monday
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A little thought will go a long way toward improving the lot of animals
Opinion: When children Do Not measure up to adult criteria, are they thrown into the street to survive on
A few tips on dental do’s and don’ts
The biggest reason for delaying dental care is cost, according to a Consumer Reports survey that
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Place Smart Choice Food box orders next week
New Hope United Methodist Church is a host site for the Smart Choice Food Source.
American Hungarian club plans luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN Reservations are being taken for a Valentine’s Day buffet luncheon Feb. 5 sponsored by
Spaghetti dinner and concert scheduled
Spaghetti dinner and concert scheduled YOUNGSTOWN St. Patrick Church, 1410 Oak Hill, will
Cub Scouts learning ice rescue techniques in Canfield
If you had to rescue someone on a sled trapped on thin ice, what would you do?
Colorado suspect in Mahoning County jail
A man accused of murder in Colorado is in the custody of Milton Township police.
East Side teen killed in shooting
A 17-year-old male is dead after he was shot outside an apartment on the city’s East Side.
Mayor aims for action on health districts
Mayor Charles Sammarone wants a decision by the middle of next month from Mahoning County on whether it’s still interested in merging the city and county health districts.
Judge rules Harding player eligible
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A judge has ruled that Warren Harding senior Arthur Cook
Howland sweeps Cards
Arbie Murray hit two free throws in the final second to help lift the Tigers past Canfield By John

No cause for alarm over radioactive drilling waste
Those who oppose natural-gas and oil exploration claim the fracking process propagates unsafe levels of radiation through drill cuttings and wastewater.
Drunken driver will get prison, deported
The drunken driver who seriously injured two college students in a head-on collision on Western Reserve Road last summer is going to prison for eight years, after which he’ll be deported to Mexico.
Struthers students build a future city, win an award
It’s the year 2153, and the city is doing well. There’s enough jobs to support the population, and the hospitals, roads and schools have all the funds they need.
Entities team up to make city cleaner
Youngstown, Mahoning County and the Ohio Department of Transportation will better coordinate litter cleanup efforts to be more efficient and effective.
Phantoms goaltender O’Connor steals victory in USHL battle
In a battle for third place in the USHL’s Eastern Conference, the Dubuque Fighting Saints were dominant for more than half of Friday’s game at the Covelli Centre.
Judge sentences man in standoff
Paul A. Mazerik, 46, who held police at bay for 61/2 hours Jan. 7 at his house on Hunter Street Northwest, has been sentenced to 60 days in the Trumbull County jail on a misdemeanor inducing-panic charge.
Girard man sentenced for assaulting cop
William J. Exline of Girard will spend the next eight years in prison for fighting with a Girard police officer who was trying to arrest him, cutting the officer with a knife and trying to steal his gun in the process.
Prosecutor suggests maximum sentence in manslaughter case
A prosecutor has recommended the maximum sentence — 13 years in prison — for a woman who pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in the shooting death of her husband nearly four years ago.
Attempted carjacking fails
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An attempted carjacking early Friday at Ohio and Madison avenues near
Poland defeats Fitch in OT
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN After letting a 10-point lead slip away, the Poland
LESSON on LEGACY
Mike Zoccali, a seventh-grade teacher in social studies at Austintown Middle School, created a scholarship in his father’s name in 2007. His father, Anthony Zoccali, was an educator in Austintown for 30 years and died in 1999.
GRADS LIST
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Video series
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Death ruled a homicide
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U.S. Figure skating championships (9 p.m., nbc): Plenty of blades of glory will be on display
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GOP insiders speak up in effort to bring down Gingrich’s status
Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. Republican insiders are rising up to cut Newt Gingrich down to
Jackson-Milton survives, topples Lowellville
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com NORTH JACKSON The Jackson-Milton High boys basketball team
No Sid? No problem: Many NHL stars in Ottawa
Associated Press Ottawa Three first overall NHL draft picks. The Sedin twins, Daniel and Henrik.
Djokovic outlasts Murray; Nadal next in finale
Associated Press melbourne, australia If anyone knows how Novak Djokovic feels after sweating
Irving comes up big in fourth but Cavaliers can’t catch Nets
Associated Press cleveland The New Jersey Nets came into town battling illness and injuries.
Mahoning county | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury this week indicted these people on these charges: Cathleen Johnson,
Obama meets with Bush and son, Jeb
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Economy not healthy yet, but it’s healing
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Irsay, Peyton: We’re on same page
Associated Press indianapolis Peyton Manning and Colts owner Jim Irsay insist they are just fine
Twitter’s censorship plan triggers global outrage
Associated Press NEW YORK Twitter, a tool of choice for dissidents and activists around the
courts
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Ohio House Democrats propose election reforms
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Democrats in the Ohio House have proposed a series of
Penguin track wins 5 events at YSU Invitational
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State’s indoor track and field team won five events at
Romney, Gingrich focus on Hispanic voters
Associated Press DORAL, Fla. Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney urged conservatives to back off
Break-ins at 2 stores
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Workers injured at Cincy casino site
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Beware fracking pitfalls, Texas ex-mayor warns
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The former mayor of a small Texas town is warning Gov.
Oil price wavers on supply concerns
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Stanley leads at Torrey Pines; Kokrak misses cut
Associated Press san diego The tougher South Course at Torrey Pines suited Kyle Stanley just
B.J. Alan gets go-ahead to move workers to facility
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Zoning variances recently approved by Bazetta and Howland
US Sens. Brown, Portman will be in Valley for events
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The state’s two U.S. senators will be in the
Browns hire ex-Vikes coach Childress
Associated Press cleveland Pat Shurmur brought in a close friend to help him fix Cleveland’s
Ohio group clears step in dog auction ban effort
Associated Press COLUMBUS A group that wants Ohio to ban dog auctions has cleared an initial
Students ‘put a lot of effort’ into plot, police chief says
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INSIDE THE ROPES …
INSIDE THE ROPES … With Jason Kokrak Friday: Kokrak shot a 1-over 73 in the second round of the
Katherine Heigl’s latest isn’t worth a dime, time Not worth the money
‘One for the money’ Rating: PG-13 (violence, sexual references and language, some drug material
Kasich will focus on job training
Opinion: COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich has given a few hints about topics he’ll cover in his State of the State
‘Riff Raff’ characters connect
IF YOU GO What: “Riff Raff” When: 7:30 tonight and 3 p.m. Sunday Where: Spotlight Arena
news shows
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Post honored for $100K donation
Staff report WARREN Trumbull County commissioners honored Newton Falls American Legion Post 236
Aircraft marks a shift in warfare
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The Navy’s new drone being tested near Chesapeake Bay stretches
Patrol probes 2 fatal accidents
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POLICE CALLS
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HBO horse-track tale is a long shot
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Nominate youths for award
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Surplus food/clothing
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SPIRITUAL PATH
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Group healing, worship is best
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America’s auto czar reaffirms federal commitment to Valley
Editorial: When President Barack Obama hailed the resurgence of the American auto industry during his State of
Finance chiefs offer reassurance on Europe
Associated Press DAVOS, Switzerland Leading finance chiefs sought to reassure anxious global
War on poppies is failing
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Welcome Home
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Howland Middle School wins TCESC prep bowl
Staff report Niles The Trumbull County Educational Service Center recently completed its annual
MCCTC connects through mobile app
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Church has interim minister
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Book to toast Ray’s Place, a Kent fixture
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Friend remembers his buddy ‘Mando’
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN John Mandopoulos “wasn’t anybody’s yes man” and wouldn’t
newsmakers
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Pope names metropolitan archbishop
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Dog licenses due for renewal
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Bombing Iran a last resort
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Official GED Testing scheduled at Choffin
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Babbaro to sing at studio
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When: Aug. 11. Registration is at 7 a.m., with a shotgun start at 8 a.m.
When: Aug. 11. Registration is at 7 a.m., with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Why: The golf outing will
Filing a FAFSA can help with college costs
Staff report Columbus As students apply to colleges and celebrate acceptances, the University
NEOMED gets new member on board
Staff report rootstown Northeast Ohio Medical University has announced the appointment of J.
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Kasich signs bill changing commercial drivers' licenses, extending unempoyment benefits
Kasich signs bill changing commercial drivers' licenses, extending unemployment benefits
Woman pleads guilty to manslaughter charge in 2008 shooting death
Woman pleads guilty to manslaughter charge in 2008 shooting death
YSU nears sellout for Saturday's Cleveland State game
YSU nears sellout for Saturday's Cleveland State game.
Ohio dad indicted on misdemeanor in alleged caging of daughter
Ohio man indicted on misdemeanor in alleged caging of daughter
Police commissioner: NYPD is good with Muslims
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Drunken driver gets 8-year prison term, then deportation to Mexico
Drunken driver gets 8-year prison term
Inspections on Ky. bridge destroyed by cargo ship
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Crackdown on Youngstown littering announced
Crackdown on Youngstown littering announced Youngstown, Mahoning County and the Ohio Department of
Home invasion killer formally sentenced to death
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More than 50 killed in 2 days of turmoil in Syria
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‘Barefoot Bandit’ to be sentenced in federal court
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Troopers investigating two fatal Trumbull County crashes
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Analysis: Romney is fiery, focused in Fla. Debate
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LOUIE TODAY: Steve Forbes on America and the presidency, and Editor Todd
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Utah girl credited with outing school bombing plot
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Official: At least 11 hurt in Ohio casino collapse
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Youngstown anti-litter initiative to be announced today
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Workers at Pa. refinery get layoff notices
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Jury mulling death of double-murderer
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Library offers new free eBook download service
WARREN A new free electronic book download service is now available to cardholders of the Warren-
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will gather at 6 p.m. Feb. 6 for a dinner meeting at The

Host families sought for students
Families in Mahoning, Columbiana and Trumbull counties will get the chance to welcome a young person
Black Nurses Day program scheduled
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Public invited to program on keeping Warren schools safe for students
Warren City Schools invites anyone interested in the success of Warren students to attend a program on Safe and Inviting Schools at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Warren G. Harding High School, 860 Elm Road NE.
Warren library first in state to offer 'freading'
A new free electronic book download service is now available to cardholders of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, the first library in Ohio to adopt it.
Beemer asks for re-evaluation for trial over rape of her daughter
Like her husband the day before, Felicia Beemer of Warren has asked the court to evaluate her a second time to determine whether she is competent to stand trial and was sane at the time police say she raped her biological daughter.
2 Youngstown firefighters promoted
Two city firefighters have been promoted to the rank of lieutenant: Terrance Gamble and Michael Saddler.
Pedestrian killed in Beaver Township
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one-vehicle crash that killed a pedestrian. The accident occurred about 10:30 p.m. Wednesday on Market Street at Calla Road in Beaver Township.

Youngstown teachers’ online wish lists give community chance to lend hand
A deck of playing cards might seem like an odd request for a classroom, but students at P. Ross Berry Eighth and Ninth Grade Academy use the cards to brush up on their math skills.
Youngstown schools distress panel aims to engage community in new plan
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The newly constituted Youngstown schools
Rockets wallop Blue Jays
By brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com North Jackson The Lowellville High girls basketball team’s
Mahoning County officials air ideas to keep hearings by video
The chairman of Mahoning County commissioners said he and the county sheriff are working on potential ways to maintain video arraignments in Mahoning County jail for Youngstown Municipal Court.
Kokrak shoots 2-over at Farmers
Associated Press SAN DIEGO Spencer Levin and Kyle Stanley knew they had to post low scores on
Local parents sing praises of EdChoice scholarships
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Through the EdChoice scholarship program,
Poland’s Yarab shapes up for race
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com Dr. Ron Yarab of Poland will be racing the No. 4 Children’s
Phantoms’ captain rights the ship
There’s a reason why Mike Ambrosia is the captain of the Youngstown Phantoms.
Youngstown crime dropped 7% in 2011
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Violent crime was down 15 percent, and
Anger over firing sizzles at Paterno’s memorial
Associated Press State college, pa. The near-capacity crowd of 12,000 seemed to be just waiting
Post office in store for Liberty
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Liberty residents no longer will have to
Patrolman Richard Baldwin is VFW’s officer of the year
Richard T. Baldwin, a patrolman with the Youngstown Police Department, acknowledged with a smile that part of the reason he enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1973 was the uniform.
Settlement reached in police-conduct case involving Warren boys
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city of Warren and a Warren family have settled a
Youngstown schools break down students’ language barriers
Sophomores Jancarlos Lebron, front, and Siomara Alvira, students at East High School in Youngstown, work on an assignment that will help them better speak English while going through their classes.
Austintown Police Blotter
Jan. 1 Felonious assault: Police charged Thomas Neapolitan, 25, of 1619 West Hampton Drive, with
Giffords leaving Congress with a message to remember
Editorial: Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords had developed a reputation during her first six years in Congress as
Dow opens near post-crisis peak
Associated Press A brief morning rally Thursday pushed the Dow Jones industrial average above its
Gains, Macejko continue war of words
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In a war of words, Mahoning County Prosecutor
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Giants receiver cruises to huge popularity
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Victor Cruz has had a season full of improbable moments,
Mahoning Co. sheriff candidates outline views on maintaining video arraignments
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The candidates for Mahoning County sheriff
oddly enough
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President courts Latino vote
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Nadal tops Federer to move into Australian final
Associated Press melbourne, australia Only the trophy and the tears were missing from this
RICHARD BALDWIN
RICHARD BALDWIN Brief biography Baldwin will be honored this weekend at the VFW Mid- Winter
Fracking
Associated Press NEW YORK A different kind of F-word is stirring a linguistic and political
Popular provision of health law at risk
Associated Press WASHINGTON One of the most popular provisions of President Barack Obama’s
Small-business loans
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Zehentbauer helps keep United atop ITCL
By lowell Spencer sports@vindy.com HANOVERTON The United High girls basketball team is
METRO DIGEST || Youngstown worker dies in building collapse
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Pentagon plans to reduce ground forces
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Romney is aggressor in Fla.
Associated Press JACKSONVILLE, Fla. An aggressive Mitt Romney repeatedly challenged Republican
Ohio: fastest-growing wind-power state in ’11
Staff report COLUMBUS Ohio was the fastest-growing wind power state in 2011, according to the
FirstEnergy to close six power plants
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Steelers’ Hoke ready to embrace retirement
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INSIDE THE ROPES …
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2 face drug charges after OSHP stop on I-80
Staff report HUBBARD Two suspects are facing drug charges after Ohio State Highway Patrol
Prahalis powers Buckeyes to win
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Egypt bans travel for US official’s son, 9 others
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt banned at least 10 Americans and Europeans from leaving the
Businesses spending more and firing less
Associated Press WASHINGTON Businesses are growing more confident in the economy, investing in
Surplus food
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Democrats get pockets picked
Opinion: It’s hard to read Thomas Frank’s new book, “Pity the Billionaire,” without being astonished at what
Maintenance worker gets 5 years’ probation
Staff report WARREN Rex Thomas, 52, of Maryland Street Northwest, the maintenance worker
Community Loan Fund aids home purchases
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President offers same-old
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Man gets 33 months in jail for police chase
Staff report WARREN Aswad Fleming, 22, of West Avenue Northwest, will spend nearly three years
Agenda Saturday
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‘Citizens’ is anti-democratic
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Strickland takes on GOP
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POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer Bobby “Blue” Bland is 82. Actor James Cromwell (“Babe”) is 72. Drummer Nick Mason
METRO DIGEST || Pedestrian killed in Beaver Township
Pedestrian killed NORTH LIMA The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a one-vehicle crash
‘Man on a Ledge’ is not so serious
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers The first laugh doesn’t give it all away. Kyra Sedgwick,
Syria’s stubborn strongman
Opinion: Syria’s stubborn strongman Los Angeles Times: Syrian President Bashar Assad has rejected an Arab
Vidale rallies to win St. Christine spelling bee
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com St. Christine seventh-grader Ciel Vidale used a lot of word
Parents, babies enjoy new story time at the library
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The guests at the Austintown library’s Lapsitters Baby Brilliant
Pee Wee Phantoms battle to 1-1 tie
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team secured 1-1 tie on the road last Sunday against the
Canfield swimmers sweep Alliance dual meet
The Canfield High School girls swim team beat Alliance 123-40 during a recent dual meet. Mallory
First-graders explore ‘The Little Red Hen’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com In the tale of “The Little Red Hen,” the industrious bird asks for
Vidale rallies to win St. Christine spelling bee
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com St. Christine seventh-grader Ciel Vidale used a lot of word
Austintown briefs
Fun Time for 4s and 5s The Austintown library will host Fun Time for 4s and 5s on Feb. 1, 8, 15,
Canfield Police Blotter
Jan. 5 Telephone harassment: A Montgomery Lane man reported receiving harassing phone calls from a
Canfield swimmers beat Massillon Perry
The Canfield swimming and diving teams beat Massillon Perry Jan. 21 at Youngstown State University.
Canfield briefs
Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s The Canfield library will host Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s
Canfield mom’s book chronicles special journey
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com A child should be able to enjoy life. The feel of grass on
Basketball charity event set for Feb. 4
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley presents its eighth annual “Game of Hope Charity Classic”
Basketball charity event set for Feb. 4
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley presents its eighth annual “Game of Hope Charity Classic”
Union Elementary first-graders help Make-A-Wish
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The smell of warm, buttery popcorn wafted through the halls of
Students rewarded with bounce party
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During a recent fundraiser, the students at Robinwood Elementary
Dobbins Literacy Night sparks family reading
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Dobbins principal Cheryl Borovitcky has always found that
Canfield sports briefs
Wrestling tournament on NEON Channel 23 High school wrestling fans can watch last weekend’s Bill
Dobbins students study the stars
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When Dobbins students arrive at school each morning, they
Poland wrestlers place at tourney
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com It’s official: Poland now has a wrestling team. After
Boardman briefs
Tales and Talk for 2s and 3s The Boardman library will host Baby Brilliant: Tales and Talk for 2s
Pee Wee Phantoms battle to 1-1 tie
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team secured 1-1 tie on the road last Sunday against the
First-graders explore ‘The Little Red Hen’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com In the tale of “The Little Red Hen,” the industrious bird asks
First-graders learn about milk
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The first-graders at Union Elementary were udderly excited when
Poland briefs
February Trim a tree The Poland library invites children of all ages to decorate an ornament for
Poland sports briefs
Poland seventh-grade girls have mixed results The Poland seventh-grade girls basketball team lost
Pee Wee Phantoms battle to 1-1 tie
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team secured 1-1 tie on the road last Sunday against the
Boardman wrestlers fourth at tourney
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com The Boardman wrestling team came up big in the finals of
Fitch wrestlers 10th at Hephner tournament
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com For the Fitch High wrestling team, the annual Joshua
Boardman sports briefs
BGMS wrestlers split with rival Austintown The Boardman Glenwood wrestlers split matches with
Boardman Police Blotter
Dec. 30 Domestic violence: Karesia C. London, 19, of 432 Mathews Road, Boardman, and a 16-year-old
Austintown sports briefs
Wrestling tournament on NEON Channel 23 High school wrestling fans can watch last weekend’s Bill
Canfield artists earn scholastic awards
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com Fewer than 20 percent of all pieces entered into the
Pee Wee Phantoms battle to 1-1 tie
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team secured 1-1 tie on the road last Sunday against the
Suspect in killing removed from courtroom
Testimony by prosecution witnesses will begin today at 9:30 a.m. in the murder and aggravated-robbery trial of Nathaniel Dumas. He’s charged in the April 2011 attempted robbery of Galaxy Seafood that resulted in a deadly police shooting.
First-graders explore ‘The Little Red Hen’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com In the tale of “The Little Red Hen,” the industrious bird asks for
Vidale rallies to win St. Christine’s bee
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com St. Christine seventh-grader Ciel Vidale used a lot of word
Teens taste test hot chocolate at library
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Kristy Taylor, adult and young adult librarian, chose the
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Romney, Gingrich come out swinging in tonight's Fla. debate
An aggressive Mitt Romney repeatedly challenged Republican presidential rival Newt Gingrich in a fast-paced campaign debate Thursday night, ridiculing the former House speaker's call to build costly projects in key primary states and to colonize the moon.
Gains and Macejko exchange dueling, critical emails
Gains and Macejko exchange dueling, critical emails
Deadline approaches for Ohio's 2011 disaster program
Deadline approaches for Ohio's 2011 disaster program
Tonight’s drilling meeting in Hubbard canceled
Tonight’s drilling meeting in Hubbard canceled Hubbard City council canceled the work session
Poll: Perry’s ratings down after failed run
Poll: Perry’s ratings down after failed run AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A new poll shows Texas Gov. Rick
Highway patrol finds $63,000 in drugs during traffic stop on I-80
Highway patrol finds $63,000 in drugs during traffic stop on I-80 Hubbard Ohio State Highway
Doctors remove 2 small pieces of Sen. Mark Kirk’s brain
Doctors remove 2 small pieces of Sen. Mark Kirk’s brain CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Sen. Mark Kirk
Accused Pentagon shooter pleads guilty in Va.
Accused Pentagon shooter pleads guilty in Va. ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — An ex-Marine from Virginia
Courtroom battle splits star’s Oklahoma hometown
Courtroom battle splits star’s Oklahoma hometown YUKON, Okla. (AP) — A courtroom fight between
Fla. primary’s 2-man fight on stage in 2nd debate
Fla. primary’s 2-man fight on stage in 2nd debate COCOA, Fla. (AP) — A two-man fight for Florida
Driller says further water testing unnecessary
Driller says further water testing unnecessary DIMOCK, PA. The head of a natural gas driller
FirstEnergy Corp. to shut six power plants in three states
FirstEnergy Corp. to shut six power plants in three states AKRON FirstEnergy Corp. says it will
Ohio Lt. Gov. Taylor announces top state department of insurance fraud cases
Ohio Lt. Gov. Taylor announces top state department of insurance fraud cases
Family of US couple missing in wreck still waiting
Family of US couple missing in wreck still waiting WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn. (AP) — The children of a
Warren settles lawsuit with family of 3 boys chased by cop
Warren settles lawsuit with family of 3 boys chased by cop
Youngstown man watches jury selection for his trial by Skype
Youngstown man watches jury selection for his trial by Skype
Plea hearing in Va. for accused Pentagon shooter
Plea hearing in Va. for accused Pentagon shooter ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — An ex-Marine from Virginia
Youngstown man killed in Cleveland building collapse
Youngstown man killed in Cleveland building collapse
New Middletown woman struck by car, dies
New Middletown woman struck by car, dies NORTH LIMA The Ohio State Highway Patrol is
Md. man caught in sting pleads guilty in bomb plot
Md. man caught in sting pleads guilty in bomb plot BALTIMORE (AP) — A Maryland man has pleaded
Pa. bishop draws criticism over Hitler remark
Pa. bishop draws criticism over Hitler remark HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A Roman Catholic bishop in
Artist plans to bury 727 jetliner in Calif. desert
Artist plans to bury 727 jetliner in Calif. desert BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (AP) — A Swiss artist plans
Oral cancer virus affects 7 percent of Americans
Oral cancer virus affects 7 percent of Americans CHICAGO (AP) — The first national estimate shows
Warren’s Citizen Police Academy accepting applications
Warren’s Citizen Police Academy accepting applications WARREN The second class of the Citizen’s
Warren schools set public meeting Monday
Warren schools set public meeting Monday WARREN Warren City Schools invites anyone interested in
Colo. tax dodge author faces fed sentencing in Pa.
Colo. tax dodge author faces fed sentencing in Pa. ERIE, Pa. (AP) — A Colorado man is set for
Student praised for saving bus after driver dies
Student praised for saving bus after driver dies PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Parents are praising a
Ghossain Foods to host third annual health fair
Ghossain Foods to host third annual health fair BOARDMAN Ghossain’s Gourmet Mediterranean Foods,

Thousands mourn Paterno
Quiet mourners lined the route of Joe Paterno’s funeral procession Wednesday, watching with grief and reverence as the electric-blue hearse carrying the Penn State coach’s casket slowly drove by.

The beat goes on
The schools’ resource officer is keeping his beat at least through the end of this year.
West Branch still tops in NBC
Words such as trust, will, talent, work and team have appeared in big letters inside the West Branch High girls basketball team locker room. Each week, a new word is designated as the word of the week.
women’s top 25 Wednesday’s games
No. 3 Connecticut 95, Syracuse 54 SYRACUSE, N.Y. Tiffany Hayes scored a career-high 35 points,
Treasurer a no-show at deposit board
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel hasn’t attended a single monthly meeting of
Williams cites skilled labor deficit
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Former Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams, who
youngstown schools Specialty programs are taking applications
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com youngstowN Future scholars, artists and scientists have a
Committee endorses incumbent Altiere
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Trumbull County Democratic Party has endorsed five-
Defendant may be watching trial from another courtroom
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Jury selection was to resume at 9 a.m.
Warren Council approves massage parlor ordinance
The Warren Health Department will begin notifying the city’s 10 recreational massage parlors as early as today that the city has a new ordinance that prohibits them from operating between midnight and 6 a.m.
DeWine: Drilling laws ‘not adequate’
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine thinks Ohio’s natural-gas and oil drilling laws are “not adequate” compared with other states.
Trumbull County: Study court consolidation
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Trumbull County commissioners have asked the Ohio Supreme
Local Sojourn students get King award
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown D’Treal Bennett’s love of history and travel
Rayen Stadium supporters can donate online
Supporters of the Rayen Stadium renovation project can now make their donations online at www.rayenstadium.org.
Women’s team is ready for reversal
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Home is where the heart is and it’s hopefully
Pats’ secondary faces test
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. Eli Manning could have a pretty clear view downfield against
Bradley earns USHL honors
The Youngstown Phantoms’ Chris Bradley scored four goals last weekend, including a hat trick on Saturday.
Kokrak sets goal: better putts, drives
By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com Jason Kokrak is ranked fourth in driving distance and tied for
THE HIRING PLAN
Boardman dispatcher Lauren Bruno, above, directs emergency calls to police and fire Wednesday. The process of hiring dispatchers has been bumped up from September 2012 to now.
Aid workers headed home after daring raid by SEALs
Associated Press MOGADISHU, Somalia Held captive since last fall, an ailing American woman and
Campbell council appoints a new finance director
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The city’s new finance director is Michael
Army to cut number of brigades
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. Army plans to slash the number of combat brigades from 45
After Penn State scandal, states reconsider child sex-abuse laws
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. The child sexual-abuse scandal at Penn State University has
giants VS. PATRIOTS
giants VS. PATRIOTS When: Feb. 5, 6:26 p.m. Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis.
New methamphetamine law
Opinion: Winston-Salem Journal: State officials are very pleased with the immediate effects of a new law that
Do-Cut to open at new location
Staff report BOARDMAN Dante Terzigni is keeping his word to rebuild his business, Do-Cut True
Woman loses chance at expungement
The woman who called police and reportedly lied to them Dec. 27, touching off a six-hour standoff with officers, has lost her opportunity to have an earlier felony cocaine possession charge expunged from her record if she were to successfully complete a drug-abuse treatment program.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.78 .11 Avalon
Apple juggernaut gets little respect from investors
Associated Press NEW YORK Apple is worth $415 billion, putting it neck-and- neck with Exxon
PHANTOMS v. BLACK HAWKS
PHANTOMS v. BLACK HAWKS When: Today, 7:15 p.m. Where: Covelli Centre Radio: WBBW-AM 1240
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Least expensive ticket Wednesday for Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis.
oddly enough
oddly enough Ore. man released from prison arrested in bank job EUGENE, Ore. Authorities say
ysu women | Today’s game
Matchup: Detroit (9-10, 5-2 Horizon) at YSU (8-10, 2-5). Tip-off: Today, 7:05 p.m. at Beeghly
Inside the ropes ... With Jason Kokrak
Last week: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 6-over 78 in the third round of the Humana Challenge and
QUOTABLE ELI MANNING, Giants quarterback, when asked about a sibling rivalry with his brother, Peyton:
Peyton’s my hero, and we’re extremely close. It’s nothing like that at all. I don’t feel that way,
PGA overhaul outlined
Associated Press SAN DIEGO The PGA Tour is one step closer to eliminating Q-school as a path to
Drug-trafficking case is bound over to grand jury
Staff report BOARDMAN The case against two men accused of drug trafficking has been bound over
Pens soar into All-Star break
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Dan Byslma isn’t a doctor, even though the Pittsburgh Penguins
Red Wanting Blue enters picture at ‘Vanishing Point’
Over the past few years, Red Wanting Blue has had die-hard fans wanting new. That is, the Columbus-based rock act’s latest studio effort, “These Magnificent Mile,” was released in 2008.
Bank robber sought
Bank robber sought Austintown Township police are searching for the suspect in a Wednesday
Amid tears, Giffords resigns
The applause rolled through the big chamber, growing ever louder as hundreds of Republicans and Democrats suddenly realized Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was back in the House.
Permit discussion
Permit discussion WARREN State Rep. Sean O’Brien of Brookfield, D-65th, has requested a meeting
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS Film “Penn State,SDRq to be shot in Youngstown. Call Lemodeln Model and Talent
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Spotlight makes space for ‘Next to Normal’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com SALEM Thanks to Spotlight Players, the Mahoning Valley
Best picture
Best picture Y“The Artist” Y“The Descendants” Y“Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” Y“The
Ballbusters Sports Bar, 3661 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-2778
Ballbusters Sports Bar, 3661 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-2778 Wed: Gary Markasky Project, 9
Liberty faces up-hill climb
Opinion: Liberty faces up-hill climb Liberty school district, I pray for your recovery. You have been led
‘Tintin’ and ‘Cars 2’ come up short in animation category
By Rebecca Keegan Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Two obscure foreign movies being released by a
Obama sets sights on Arizona
Opinion: PHOENIX Presidential travel, especially in an election year, offers an insight into the favored
Festivals will jazz things up when the weather gets hot
Two large, outdoor jazz festivals — with similar names — are scheduled, and both will feature some top national talent.
NHTSA defends probe of Volt fires
Associated Press WASHINGTON The government “pulled no punches” in investigating battery fires in
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Sabrina Nicholson and Ryan Ware, Youngstown, boy, Jan. 24.
The RULES
NOTIFICATION: The winners will be notified by phone or mail. The winners will be announced in the
birthdays
birthdays Actress Anne Jeffreys (“Topper,” “General Hospital”) is 89. Sports announcer-actor Bob
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mahoning Unlimited Classroom Board of Directors, 9 a.m., Mahoning County
Oscar contest: pick the winners
Think you know who will take home the gold this year? Then enter The Vindicator’s Oscar contest,
No bond set for man accused in robbery
Staff report BOARDMAN A judge set no bond Tuesday for a 19-year-old Youngstown man accused of
newsmakers
newsmakers Star Jones to return for a day on ‘The View’ NEW YORK Apparently, enough water has
By JOHN BENSON
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com The current Harlem Globetrotters lineup is a team of
“I was expecting that the American judiciary would sentence this person to life in prison and
“I was expecting that the American judiciary would sentence this person to life in prison and that
Political tensions rise in Iraq
Opinion: By Abeer Mohammed The Institute for War & Peace Reporting BAGHDAD On the surface, it would
Presidential sweepstakes will undermine economic recovery
Editorial: President Barack Obama and Dem- ocrats on Capitol Hill should disabuse themselves of the idea that
Instructor training offered by Red Cross
Instructor training offered by Red Cross BOARDMAN The American Red Cross of the Mahoning Valley
Obama has ‘common’ touch
Opinion: The State of the Union address is a political exercise in the best of times. But when a president is
Can mustard cure leg cramps?
Q. I’ve read about people using yellow mustard to get rid of leg cramps, and my theory is that the
Goodwill gets grant
Goodwill gets grant YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Area Goodwill Industries received a $15,000 grant from
ODNR grants permits for 2 more shale-drilling sites
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has granted permits for two new
Red Wanting Blue enters picture at ‘Vanishing Point’
If you go Who: Red Wanting Blue When: 10 p.m. Saturday Where: Cedars Lounge, 23 N. Hazel St.,
A Mickey Mouse complaint
Opinion: One way to to judge where the Arab uprisings are headed, a year after they erupted, is to consider
“Russell Simmons Presents the Ruckus” (10 p.m., comedy central): “Russell Simmons
“Russell Simmons Presents the Ruckus” (10 p.m., comedy central): “Russell Simmons Presents the
Night of Irish Music in Sharon
Staff report SHARON, PA. The annual Night of Irish Music will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday at St.
Struthers needs juvenile program, store owner says
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers A store owner in the city says she’s tired of
Life looms large in ‘Descendants’
By Roger Moore The Orlando Sentinel In the Oscar-buzzed film of “The Descendants,” Alexander
Getting pregnant later in life Grand mother
Becoming pregnant at age 47 wasn’t a worry for Robin Brussel. “I enjoyed every minute of being pregnant,” she said.
NEw this week
NEw this week The Artist (PG-13) sssss As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the
men’s college roundup Wednesday’s games
Horizon Detroit 67, Loyola of Chicago 52. DETROIT Eli Holman’s 26th career double-double
Man gets 8-year sentence in shooting
Surveillance cameras were rolling when Ronald J. Pugh Jr., 26, of Youngstown and DeAngelo McCoy, 24, of Warren, got out of their cars in the parking lot of the Hampshire House apartments May 15 with a beef.
if you go
if you go What: “Next to Normal” When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Feb. 3 and 4; and 4 p.m.
girls basketball roundup Wednesday’s games
East 60, Cleveland Collinwood 38 YOUNGSTOWN Ashlyn Baker, Chimicka Kennedy and Zatona Yancey
nba roundup Wednesday’s other games
Heat 101, Pistons 98 AUBURN HILLS, MICH. LeBron James scored 32 points, including the game’s
Geithner: Obama won’t ask me to stay
Geithner: Obama won’t ask me to stay WASHINGTON Timothy Geithner said Wednesday that he doesn’t
Dismissal from job shocks New Castle police chief
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new castle, pa. The city’s police chief says he’s
Sullinger leads Ohio State
Associated Press COLUMBUS Aaron Craft took a dribble or two past midcourt and launched an alley-
The faces tell the story of cinema in ‘The Artist’
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Riotous laughs, breathless thrills and weeping
Big 4 advance in Australia
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia With Novak Djokovic clutching his leg and struggling to
nhl| Wednesday’s game
Canadiens 7, Red Wings 2 MONTREAL David Desharnais had two goals and an assist, and the
golf | This weekend’s events
PGA TOUR FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN Site: San Diego. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Courses: Torrey
Area collegES | Wednesday’s games
MEN John Carroll 74, Mount Union 65 UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS Freshman guard Nate Jacubec
Comprehensive Pet First Aid workshop
Comprehensive Pet First Aid workshop Youngstown Learn how to recognize, respond to and prevent
Cavaliers outhustle sloppy Knicks
Associated Press CLEVELAND After he dressed following another disturbing loss, Carmelo Anthony
area high school sports at a glance
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES East 60, Cleveland Collinwood 38 Louisville
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2012. There are 340 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trumbull County indicts 4 men on various charges
Staff report WARREN David Hosking, 24, of Parkman Road, has been indicted on a charge of
Wednesday, January 25 (102 stories)
Police chief is out, New Castle council says
Police chief is out, New Castle council says new castle, pa. The city’s police chief says he’s
Evanson is new Campbell finance director
Evanson is new Campbell finance director campbell The city’s new finance director is Michael
Gains calls for full disclosure in discrimination suit
Gains calls for full disclosure in discrimination suit Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains is
Family mourns Utah boy killed by mini toy cannon
Family mourns Utah boy killed by mini toy cannon WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah (AP) — Family members and
Austintown bank robbed
Austintown bank robbed Austintown Township police are searching for the suspect in a bank
O’Brien seeks meeting with OEPA chief
O’Brien seeks meeting with OEPA chief WARREN State Rep. Sean O’Brien of Brookfield, D-65th,
Gov’t outlines old cases for Pa. monsignor’s trial
Gov’t outlines old cases for Pa. monsignor’s trial PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Will a Catholic monsignor
Garrettsville Police Department in Portage County having phone problems
Garrettsville PD in Portage County having phone problems
Fire damages Youngstown home
Fire damages Youngstown home Youngstown City fire personnel continue to investigate a blaze that
Accused child rapist requests second competency evaluation
Accused child rapist requests second competency evaluation WARREN Like her husband the day
Last of mourners pay respects to Paterno
Last of mourners pay respects to Paterno STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — The last of thousands of
Bachmann says she’ll seek 4th term in House
Bachmann says she’ll seek 4th term in House MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann
NJ synagogue bombings suspect seeks to move trial
NJ synagogue bombings suspect seeks to move trial HACKENSACK, N.J. (AP) — The attorney for a
Revisions remove casinos from Ohio state troopers' plate
Revisions remove casinos from Ohio state troopers' plate
Poll: Wis. gov. has slight edge in approval rating
Poll: Wis. gov. has slight edge in approval rating MILWAUKEE (AP) — A new poll shows slightly more
Judges weigh HIV-infected man’s fight to get job
Judges weigh HIV-infected man’s fight to get job ATLANTA (AP) — A panel of federal judges seems
Ohiio Buffalo Soldier honored in Congressional Record
Ohio Buffalo Soldier honored in Congressional Record
Muslim guard gets $465K in Calif. harassment suit
Muslim guard gets $465K in Calif. harassment suit SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A San Francisco jury
Conn. mayor blasted for ‘taco’ quip about Latinos
Conn. mayor blasted for ‘taco’ quip about Latinos EAST HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — The mayor of a
New Wilmington bank robbed
New Wilmington bank robbed NEW wilmington, Pa. Borough police and the Pennsylvania State Police
State approves two new gas/oil wells in the area
State approves two new gas/oil wells in the area YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Natural
Mourners line up for 2nd day of Paterno viewing
Mourners line up for 2nd day of Paterno viewing STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Mourners are lining up
LOUIE TODAY: State of the Union, retirement risk, addiction recovery
Louie, Vindy.com's news radin partner will welcome Atty. Brad Blakeman back to the show this morning to discuss President Obama's State of the Union Speech after doing analysis last night on Fox News.
WWII destroyer returns home to SC after repairs
WWII destroyer returns home to SC after repairs CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — “The Ship That Would Not
US official: SEAL team in rescue also killed Osama
US official: SEAL team in rescue also killed Osama A U.S. official says the Navy SEAL team that
Art show today in Warren
Art show today in Warren WARREN Valley Counseling Services and Valley Community Mental Health
Fire severely injures Amish man, 2 children
Fire severely injures Amish man, 2 children SMICKSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Authorities in western
NTSB: Prop apparently not working in plane crash
NTSB: Prop apparently not working in plane crash THOMASVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Federal investigators say
Verdict due for officer in son’s shooting
Verdict due for officer in son’s shooting PITTSBURGH (AP) — A judge says he’ll soon deliver a
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Valentines will go to those in homes
Valentines will go to those in homes Visitors to Pat Catan’s can create Valentine’s Day cards that
Party will launch kids’ campaign
BOARDMAN The Youngstown YMCA will launch its annual fundraising effort with the Strong Kids

Patrons can paint town red at Mad About the Arts 2012
YOUNGSTOWN Mad About the Arts, a benefit for The John J. McDonough Museum of Art and Youngstown
Winning students of poster contest to be honored at awards ceremony
LISBON The Knights of Columbus Columbiana County Chapter and the Columbiana County Educational

Re-election themes ring out in State of Union speech
President Barack Obama, having watched his Republican adversaries pound him for weeks, got his turn Tuesday, using his State of the Union speech to land the first major counterpunch of the still-forming 2012 election.

Crazy for cupcakes
Entrepreneur Debbie Protopapa stood in front of her fledgling business and spread out her arms.

Penn State pauses to say farewell to Paterno
They stood outside for hours on a winter afternoon, waiting to pay their respects to the late Joe Paterno. The line snaked down a long block on the Penn State campus.
Crestview Rebels sweep East Pal Bulldogs
After scoring 16 points and making 17 rebounds and six blocks in a 53-37 romp over East Palestine, Crestview senior C.J. Collins declined to say whether it was his best performance of the high school basketball season.
Engler to sue Trumbull CSB on behalf of alleged rape victim
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Atty. David Engler says the appointment of a guardian for
Poland surge continues with victory over Lakeview
Starting the season very un-Bulldog-like at 1-3, Poland High boys basketball coach Ken Grisdale readily admitted back then that his team was a work in progress.
Youngstown schools distress commission gets another new leader
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The commission charged with developing a plan
Youngstown Lt. John Kelty faces contempt-of-court hearing
A Youngstown police officer has been ordered to appear in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to determine if he is in contempt of court for not supplying necessary evidence during a murder trial.
New Struthers coach melds family, football
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com STRUTHERS The big screen television in Curt Kuntz’s
State program aids debt collection
A new program to help local governments throughout the state collect debt will be based in downtown Youngstown, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine said.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Austintown Fitch 50, Beaver Local 48
84th Annual Academy Award nominations
The Oscars will be presented Feb. 26 at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Billy Crystal and broadcast live on ABC.
Youngstown board resolves union issues; hires Chaney principal
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The school board has resolved two unfair-
AAC ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s other games
Canfield 57, Mooney 55 CANFIELD Kyle Brown scored 14 of his 26 points in the first quarter and
Mahoning County energy aggregate expected to save $1M
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County officials hope to see a
Charges against Lordstown Councilman Zoldan dropped
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NILES The Niles prosecutor who handled a felony-level charge

3 state agencies seek to sink brine-treatment plant in Warren
Andrew Blocksom hasn’t played chess since he was a kid. But for the past four years, the president of Patriot Water Treatment LLC in Warren has endured the longest chess match imaginable.
Avalon Gardens closes; owner still missing
A longtime bar and restaurant on the city’s North Side is closed for good, four months after its owner went missing.
Former football greats serve up wine with a kick
Associated Press What pairs well with your couch, a bowl of popcorn and the Super Bowl? How about
Eli: Handle business early
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. When Eli Manning talks, the New York Giants listen.
Marine to serve no jail time in Iraqi killings
Associated Press CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. The lone Marine to face sentencing for the killing of
After PSU, Buckeyes face heart of schedule
Associated Press COLUMBUS The numbers support the fact that No. 4 Ohio State is playing well.
Bosh steps up to sink Cavs
LeBron James was not at his best, and a game against his former team was slipping away.
GOP voters rejecting Mitt
Opinion: Just days before the South Carolina primary, polls showed Mitt Romney leading Newt Gingrich. Then
Diabetes is an epidemic
Opinion: By Susan Levin McClatchy-Tribune It’s not the sweet tea. It’s the butter, the beef, and the
ITCL ROUNDUP Tuesday’s other games
McDonald 58, Western Reserve 42 BERLIN CENTER Stephan Politano scored 18 of his 25 points in
Free lunch/food
Free lunch/food E.B. Family Life Center, 7 S. Garland Ave., Youngstown, free lunch and food
D&L disagreement
D&L disagreement YOUNGSTOWN D&L Energy Group, a member of the Ohio Oil and Gas Association,
Shrinking Valley work force aids in cutting jobless rate
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley unemployment ended 2011
‘Hugo,’ ‘Artist’ lead nods
By Susan King Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Sometimes speed doesn’t kill
Opinion: Sometimes speed doesn’t kill Marietta Times: First, Ohio Turnpike Commission reported a record
Google changing how it treats user data
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Google Inc. is overhauling the way it treats user data, linking
FBI arrests 4 policemen in bias case
Associated Press BRIDGEPORT, Conn. Four police officers, including the president of a police
Cafaro leaves Dem leadership post
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The minority leader of the Ohio Senate is stepping
Kasich’s taking speech on road splits lawmakers
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS State lawmakers were split Tuesday on Gov. John
Nadal-Federer in Aussie semis
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia The intensity was vintage Rafael Nadal. On the stroke
Romney’s time to step up
Opinion: WASHINGTON An Illinois lawyer who had a way with words once characterized a particular argument as
Romney’s returns show riches
Candidate’s mountain of wealth could cause a loud echo Associated Press WASHINGTON Mitt
Penguins win seventh straight
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Chris Kunitz scored the deciding goal on a backhander in the fourth
Consistency key to Belichick’s success
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass Season opener or Super Bowl, every game is a big game to Bill
JFK library releases last of his secret tapes
Associated Press BOSTON Final recordings President John F. Kennedy secretly made in the Oval
Jail at capacity
Jail at capacity WARREN Trumbull County jail officials notified local judges that the jail once
“TOUCH” (9 p.m., fox): So much for Jack Bauer. Kiefer Sutherland returns to television,
“TOUCH” (9 p.m., fox): So much for Jack Bauer. Kiefer Sutherland returns to television, playing a
Hold No Grudge, Deo Vindice aim for Rock Off finals
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Back for more is how local band Deo Vindice — Austintown
Gadhafi’s loyalists take control of city
Gadhafi’s loyalists take control of city benghazi, libya Moammar Gadhafi loyalists seized
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Bong brawl leads to charges JOHNSTOWN, Pa. Two western Pennsylvania brothers are
A cowardly captain’s rising through the ranks defies logic
Editorial: It is difficult to imagine how Fran- cesco Schettino ever became the captain of a ship, entrusted
Academy Award nominations
nominees Best Picture: “The Artist,” ‘’The Descendants,” ‘’Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close,”
Here are the U.S. and Canadian box-office performance as of Sunday for the Oscar best-picture
Here are the U.S. and Canadian box-office performance as of Sunday for the Oscar best-picture
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert J. Jankovich, 42, of 3646 Lynhaven Road, Apt.
It’s easy to spice up game day with fun foods
Family Features When it’s time to watch the big game, kick the party up a notch with foods that
Pepperoni: It’s not just for pizza anymore
Family Features Americans love their pepperoni. In fact, the Italian-American creation has become
DIPS Get the scoop on a party staple
By Susan M. SELASKY Detroit Free Press Have you ever been to a party where dips weren’t served?
Local school boards crucial
Opinion: By Betsy Cavendish McClatchy-Tribune The nation is riveted by the Republican primary elections
To every nonproblem there is a perfectly impractical solution
Opinion: To every nonproblem there is a perfectly impractical solution I have been following the dis-
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday ABC Water and Storm Water District board of trustees, regular meeting, 1 p.m.,
By Elise Franco
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Many local lawmakers showed strong support for
Gates: Use technology or starve
Bill Gates has a terse response to criticism that the high-tech solutions he advocates for world hunger are too expensive or bad for the environment: Countries can embrace modern seed technology and genetic modification or their citizens will starve.
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Marine apologizes but says squad was honorable
The lone Marine convicted in his squad's killing of two dozen unarmed civilians in one of the Iraq War's defining moments escaped jail time Tuesday after defending his order to raid homes in Haditha as a necessary act "to keep the rest of my Marines alive."
Obama calls for help for middle class, party cooperation; GOP calls him divisive
Declaring the American dream under siege, President Barack Obama called Tuesday night for a flurry of help for a hurting middle class and higher taxes on millionaires, delivering a State of the Union address packed with re-election themes.
Academic commission chairman resigns, replacement named
Academic commission chairman resigns, replacement named Youngstown The commission charged with
Mahoning Co. joins group to help reduce electricity costs
Mahoning Co. joins group to help reduce electricity costs
Capri Cafaro steps down as Ohio Senate minority leader
Capri Cafaro steps down as Ohio Senate minority leader
Tickets exhausted for Paterno memorial at arena
Tickets exhausted for Paterno memorial at arena STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State officials say
1 dead, 3 hurt after semi crashes on Ohio Turnpike
1 dead, 3 hurt after semi crashes on Ohio Turnpike
Water main break closes some West Side streets
Water main break closes some West Side streets Youngstown Oakwood Avenue between Wesley and
Trumbull jail is at inmate capacity
Trumbull jail is at inmate capacity WARREN Officials at the Trumbull County jail have notified
La. seafood board may buy New Orleans arena naming rights
La. seafood board may buy New Orleans arena naming rights NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Louisiana Seafood
Nation’s oldest federal judge dies at age 104
Nation’s oldest federal judge dies at age 104 WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — The nation’s oldest sitting
Ohio woman injured when her SUV is struck by train
Ohio woman injured when her SUV is struck by train
D&L Energy Group disputes comments from Ohio Oil and Gas Association official
D&L Energy Group, a member of the Ohio Oil and Gas Association, released a statement today that expressed disagreement with comments made Monday by Tom Stewart, OOGA executive vice president.
Utah professor in porn-on-plane case resigns job
Utah professor in porn-on-plane case resigns job SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A University of Utah
CPA opens Smart Tax service office Thursday in Howland
CPA opens Smart Tax service office Thursday in Howland
Analysis: Romney tries pit bull approach in Fla.
Analysis: Romney tries pit bull approach in Fla. WASHINGTON (AP) — Mitt Romney spent years
Stocks fall on worries about Greece talks
Stocks fall on worries about Greece talks NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are falling shortly after the
DeWine starts new program housed in Youngstown
DeWine starts new program housed in Youngstown Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today
W. Pa. man faces DUI, homicide charges in high-speed death
W. Pa. man faces DUI, homicide charges in high-speed death
Cleveland and Canadian neighbor discuss ferry idea
Cleveland and Canadian neighbor discuss ferry idea
Hagan scores half-truth in earthquake comments
State Rep. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, scored a half-true rating on PolitiFact’s Truth-O-Meter for comments he made about earthquakes and Gov. John Kasich.
Mixed results in final 2011 Mahoning Valley unemployment numbers
Mixed results in final 2011 Mahoning Valley unemployment numbers
FBI arrests 4 Conn. officers on conspiracy charges
FBI arrests 4 Conn. officers on conspiracy charges NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — The FBI has arrested
Oscar nominations announced for lead actress
Oscar nominations announced for lead actress BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — The 84th annual Academy
Estranged boyfriend charged in woman’s slaying
Estranged boyfriend charged in woman’s slaying WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man
Pa. woman killed in fire, grandson burned
Pa. woman killed in fire, grandson burned WEST SUNBURY, Pa. (AP) — Fire officials say a house fire
F.O.C.U.S meeting location corrected
F.O.C.U.S meeting location corrected AUSTINTOWN F.O.C.U.S. will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday at

Tiffany Kata | Charles Williams
VIENNA Tiffany Joy Kata and Charles Ryan Williams were united in marriage Sept. 24, 2011, at

Christina London | Solomon Lu
ANNAPOLIS, MD. The U.S. Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis, Md., was the setting for the June 18,

Kendal Callahan | Tyler King
BEXLEY, OHIO Kendal Leigh Callahan and Tyler James King were united in marriage Sept. 10, 2011, at

Liberty BOE OKs $1.2M in cuts
The board of education on Monday unanimously approved $1.2 million in personnel cuts, a process Superintendent Stan Watson called “gut wrenching.”

Paying respect
Bitterness toward Penn State trustees escalates as Joe Paterno memorial ceremony is scheduled
Program addresses bullying
Conflict with other students is inevitable, but there are ways to address those conflicts and deal with bullies in a positive way, a nationally recognized speaker and author told Wilson Middle School students.
New trial date set for June
The new trial date for Paul Brown, accused of killing a teen boy more than two years ago, is set for June.
Focus could make Utica Shale more profitable
Chesapeake Energy Corp.’s decision to shift its focus away from natural gas and toward oil and natural-gas liquids like propane could make the Utica Shale more profitable.
Mandopoulos cared about officers first
You could call John Mandopoulos uncompromising, stubborn and tough.
New signals to aid Canfield
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield New traffic signals will give Canfield safety
Delays renew turnpike debate
The delay of big-ticket construction projects in Ohio has stoked the debate over privatizing the state turnpike.
Charter panel starts under the gun
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN At its first meeting, the city’s charter-
Shives and Smrek dominate for ’Cats
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS Mckenna Shives and Halle Smrek dominated on
Proof that hard work pays off
Youngstown State’s Blake Allen named Horizon player of the week following two big victories
Boardman standout Campbell chooses Buffalo
At 3 p.m. on Saturday, inside a Buffalo-area hotel room, Boardman senior running back Devin Campbell turned off the TV, laid down on his bed and thought about his college future.
PULLING THE PLUG
Mahoning County Deputy Sheriff Stephanie Harchar stands guard as Artis Walton is video-arraigned from the county jail on a criminal-trespass charge. Brenda Rider, sitting next to Walton, is a Youngstown Municipal Court bailiff who took notes. Walton, who pleaded innocent, was one of seven inmates to be video-arraigned Monday.
oddly enough
oddly enough Mexico police: Robber rode skateboard to banks MEXICO CITY Mexico City police say
Ex-CIA officer accused of leaks
Ex-CIA officer accused of leaks ALEXANDRIA, Va. An ex-CIA officer who helped track down and
Poland board asked about possible cuts
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Several parents asked the board of education
Boardman parent seeks facts
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK and Ashley Luthern news@vindy.com BOARDMAN A parent of three
CBS gets raunchy on four sitcoms
Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. Last week seemed typical for CBS’ sitcoms on Monday night,
No. 1 in auto sales
No. 1 in auto sales YOUNGSTOWN Dealerships owned by David A. Flynn ranked No. 1 in automotive
Surplus food
Surplus food People’s Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 11
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.77 +0.03 Avalon
A mixed record for Obama’s goals
By ERICA WERNER Associated Press WASHINGTON As President Barack Obama prepares to deliver his
3rd seed moves to Aussie semis
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Third-seeded Victoria Azarenka reached the Australian
Lordstown GM worker to be guest of Brown’s in DC
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com NORTH JACKSON A Lordstown General Motors complex worker
newsmakers
newsmakers Aretha Franklin calls off wedding NEW YORK Aretha Franklin won’t be getting fitted
Teenager faces list of charges
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ajuante Toney just turned 18 less than
Romney, Gingrich clash in Florida debate
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. A newly aggressive Mitt Romney charged in campaign debate Monday
There’s no nights off in Big Ten this season
Associated Press Indiana gets it now. After a pair of surprising losses — to Minnesota and
“They can trigger the signal to go into a red mode in all directions. Dealing with an
“They can trigger the signal to go into a red mode in all directions. Dealing with an accident or a
The top 5 video game rentals for the most recent reporting period at U.S. Blockbuster stores:
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Let him do his job
Opinion: By Robert Henderson Baltimore Sun President Barack Obama’s recess appointment to direct the
Girard officials: Books balanced
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com GIRARD Officials say the city’s books are balanced, and they
Police investigate robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police are investigating more
Teen charged in shooting of friend faces traffic citations
Staff report Boardman A Canfield teen charged in the shooting of his friend was cited over the
Austintown, Boardman officials OK funding for radio project
By Elise Franco and Ashley Luthern news@vindy.com Austintown Both Austintown and Boardman
Ala. hit again by tornadoes
Associated Press OAK GROVE, Ala. Knowing this community’s history of tornadoes, Jhan Powers gets
Strickland criticizes Romney, Gingrich; praises Santorum
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ex-Gov. Ted Strickland sharply criticized Mitt
Paterno led the way when Penn State joined Big Ten
Associated Press A comfortable member of the Big Ten for more than two decades, it’s easy to
Don’t downplay graduation
Opinion: Argus Leader, Soux Falls, S.D.: One of the most logical ways to get a high school education is to
Traffic signal update
By 2014, Canfield will have the most updated traffic signals available at five city intersections.
High court: Warrant needed for GPS tracking
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Supreme Court ruled unanimously Monday that police must get a
Army panel advises trial in suicide
Associated Press KABUL An investigative hearing has recommended that an American soldier, a
Industry official: ODNR mishandled quake issue
An industry official said he’s “frustrated” with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources regarding its handling of the earthquake-brine-injection-well situation in Youngstown.
Boxing judge ready to go on a moment’s notice
By greg gulas sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN Last year Tom Miller logged over 55,000 air miles to
Kasich outlines next steps for JobsOhio
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A lawmaker panel is set to sign off on contracts that
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Academy of Excellence school board, 3:30 p.m., 1408 Rigby St.
Health program
Health program WARREN ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital’s Healthy Woman program, “Have a
Net income for F.N.B. Corp.rose 16.5 percent in 2011
Staff report HERMITAGE, PA. F.N.B. Corp.’s net income rose 16.5 percent in 2011, according to
Who defines what’s unAmerican?
Opinion: Who defines what’s unAmerican? I would like to applaud State Rep. Bob Hagan for taking a stand
Rappers seldom win top awards at the Grammys No love for hip-hop
By MESFIN FEKADU Associated Press NEW YORK Since its beginnings in the 1970s, rap music has
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2012. There are 342 days left in the year.
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 24, the 24th day of 2012. There are 342 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
birthdays
birthdays Actor Ernest Borgnine is 95. Cajun fiddler Doug Kershaw is 76. Singer Ray Stevens is 73.
Public has a right to details of suit against Macejko, city
Editorial: There’s no compelling reason for U.S. District Court Judge Christopher A. Boyko to maintain the seal
Panama: Boom with gloom
Opinion: What irony! Panama is expected to be Latin America’s economic star in 2012, with a 6.8 percent
Time to kill redevelopment agencies
Opinion: By Benjamin Powell McClatchy-Tribune The California Supreme Court has given the state permission
Candidate’s character is fair game
Opinion: WASHINGTON “By definition, if you run for president, anything is on the table. Ask Grover
Speaker: Restore rail service to boost economy
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ken Prendergast, head of the nonprofit organization
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Republicans accuse each other, but who is right?
Republicans accuse each other, but who is right? WASHINGTON (AP) Newt Gingrich called rival Mitt
Austintown, Boardman officials OK funding for radio project
Austintown, Boardman officials OK funding for radio project Both Austintown and Boardman trustees
Ex-Ohio death row inmate expected back in jail Tuesday
Ex-Ohio death row inmate expected back in jail Tuesday
Ground zero building in NY struggles to find tenants
Ground zero building in NY struggles to find tenants
State of the Union: Obama to take on economic anxiety
State of the Union: Obama to take on economic anxiety
Kasich outlines Ohio private job agency's next moves
Kasich outlines Ohio private job agency's next moves
Ohio inmates spend millions at prison commissaries
Ohio inmates spend millions at prison commissaries
Former CIA officer accused of classified leaks
Former CIA officer accused of classified leaks ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — An ex-CIA officer charged
Strickland criticizes Romney, Gingrich
Strickland criticizes Romney, Gingrich Ex-Gov. Ted Strickland sharply criticized Mitt Romney and
Teen suspect charged in Ohio Craigslist scheme
Teen suspect charged in Ohio Craigslist scheme COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A juvenile suspect in a
FAMU dismisses students charged with hazing
FAMU dismisses students charged with hazing TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The four students charged
Study: Stem cells may aid vision in blind people
Study: Stem cells may aid vision in blind people LOS ANGELES (AP) — Scientists are reporting hints
Ohio man sentenced to 32 years in prison in HIV notifying case
Ohio man sentenced to 32 years in prison in HIV notifying case

Katie Sebastiano | Gregory Heddaeus
HUBBARD Katie Ann Sebastiano and Gregory Heddaeus, both of Pittsburgh, exchanged wedding vows Oct.

Dr. Jiaxi Ding | Kenneth Huber
YOUNGSTOWN Dr. Jiaxi Ding and Kenneth Huber, both of Pittsburgh, exchanged wedding vows June 18,

Erin Meister | John Toomey
BOSTON After exchanging wedding vows at the Millennium Bostonian Hotel, Erin Elizabeth Meister and
WORTH A LOOK
BAZAARS Salem Memorial Building Association will host its annual Spring Arts & Crafts Bazaar from
SOCIETY DIGEST || Spaghetti dinner benefit planned
Spaghetti dinner benefit planned BOARDMAN Quaker Steak & Lube Boardman, will host a spaghetti
Marine pleads guilty in killing of unarmed Iraqis
Marine pleads guilty in killing of unarmed Iraqis CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. (AP) — A Marine squad
Doctor: Sen. Kirk stroke affected movement on left side
Doctor: Sen. Kirk stroke affected movement on left side CHICAGO (AP) — Doctors say a stroke
Gingrich says he can ’shake up’ nation’s capital
Gingrich says he can ’shake up’ nation’s capital TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Fresh off a big win in South
Mistrial declared in Paul Brown case
Mistrial declared in Paul Brown case YOUNGSTOWN — The murder trial of Paul Brown of Youngstown has
Chesapeake Energy shifts focus toward oil, natural-gas liquids
Chesapeake Energy shifts focus toward oil, natural-gas liquids OKLAHOMA CITY Chesapeake Energy
Mixed record for Obama’s State of the Union goals
Mixed record for Obama’s State of the Union goals WASHINGTON (AP) — As President Barack Obama
EU formally adopts Iran oil embargo
EU formally adopts Iran oil embargo BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union imposed an oil embargo
Trial opens for last officer in Katrina shootings
Trial opens for last officer in Katrina shootings NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jury selection is under way
Union pickets soon-to-open store
Union pickets soon-to-open store YOUNGSTOWN Three new Youngstown grocery stores could have more
Gasoline prices drop 15 cents in a week
Gasoline prices drop 15 cents in a week YOUNGSTOWN Ohio gasoline prices have slid more than 15
2 dead in Ala. as storms pound South, Midwest
2 dead in Ala. as storms pound South, Midwest BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Emergency officials say two
School bus driver killed in garage accident
School bus driver killed in garage accident CENTERVILLE, Pa. (AP) — State police are still
45-year-old man killed in snowmobile crash
45-year-old man killed in snowmobile crash CORRY, Pa. (AP) — State police are investigating the

Penn State coach, icon loses his battle against lung cancer
Other than family, football was everything to Joe Paterno. It was his lifeblood. It kept him pumped.

Plans sink for upgrading downtown building
After failing to receive state historic tax credits twice and other setbacks, the plans of the owner of an agency to revitalize the long-vacant Kress Building in the city’s downtown are essentially over.
Crash sends eight to hospital
Boardman The Canfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-car accident
Applicants sought for garden program
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown The Youngstown Neighborhood Development
Deputies union supports Wellington’s decision
The Mahoning County deputies union will support Sheriff Randall Wellington’s decision to no longer operate video arraignments for the Youngstown Municipal Court.
Police stay on trail of unsolved homicides
The township police department’s two most recent homicide cases are also its first to remain unsolved in a decade.
Officer receives 5-day suspension
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell A city police detective has received five
Wilson’s long day pays off with win
Associated Press LA QUINTA, Calif. Mark Wilson’s last day at the Humana Challenge started before
Giants stun 49ers with FG in OT
The New York Giants have their own Super Bowl formula: in overtime and on the road.
Malkin scores winner in OT for Penguins
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Evgeni Malkin can’t really explain what’s going on with the
Cundiff's whiff gives Patriots AFC title
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. Tom Brady got all the help he needed to get the New England
Players: Impact goes past football
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Since Isaac Smolko graduated from Penn State in
Pavlik trainer: He won’t be treated special
When Kelly Pavlik arrived in Oxnard, Calif., early last week, the first thing his new trainer wanted to know was: Are you here by choice, or by force?
YSU men flummox Phoenix
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN On a lazy Sunday afternoon, in front of a small
Weary Phantoms lose in finale of trip
Staff report BENSENVILLE, Ill. For the second time in three days, the Youngstown Phantoms
Harding Hero
Brandon Sullivan, 15, stands in the bedroom of his home at 157 Logan Ave. SE in Warren with his grandmother, Deborah Nicholl. Earlier this month, Brandon awoke and discovered a fire in the attic where his grandmother was sleeping. He woke her and alerted other family members who got out safely.
Vintage treasures
STORY & PHOTOS By WILLIAM D. LEWIS lewis@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s the kind of place you
STATISTICS
STATISTICS Ohio, Pennsylvania States are grouped according to the progress they have made in
6 hurt in shooting at Calif. teen’s party
6 hurt in shooting at Calif. teen’s party antioch, calif. Six people, including five teens, were
US talks to Afghan insurgents
Associated Press ISLAMABAD Anxious to accelerate peace moves, top-level U.S. officials have had
Wimbledon champ advances to Aussie quarterfinals
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova recovered from an
Report: OPEC wants to stay out of spat
Report: OPEC wants to stay out of spat cairo OPEC’s acting president said the producer group
Holocaust event at YSU
Holocaust event at YSU YOUNGSTOWN Monika Flaschka, visiting assistant professor at the College
Paterno was the last of the long-term coaches
By RALPH D. RUSSO Associated Press There will never be another coaching career like Joe
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Underworld’ takes box office with $25M LOS ANGELES Kate Beckinsale is back with a
Barack Obama channels Dick Cheney
Opinion: By Iain Murray and David Bier McClatchy-Tribune When Vice President Dick Cheney held secret
Associated Press
Associated Press COLUMBUS A sculpted version of Arnold Schwarzenegger in his bodybuilding prime
Today is Monday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2012. There are 343 days left in the year.
Today is Monday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2012. There are 343 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Unknown singer’s online blitz riles critics Grammy grab?
By CHRIS TALBOTT AP Entertainment Writer NASHVILLE, Tenn. Linda Chorney is the feel-good, do-
An injudicious use of ‘coward’
Opinion: An injudicious use of ‘coward’ As a candidate for Mahon- ing County sheriff, and an individual who
Health overhaul lags in states
Associated Press WASHINGTON Here’s a reality check for President Barack Obama’s health overhaul:
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Canfield school board, work session, 4 p.m., 100 Wadsworth St. Mahoning County
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
AUSTINTOWN Homicide history
In the last decade, the Austintown Police Department has investigated 10 homicide cases and one
Romney to release taxes; Gingrich ready for Obama
Associated Press WASHINGTON Newt Gingrich worked to capitalize Sunday on his upset victory in
Highway project delays likely to cost drivers
Associated Press COLUMBUS Experts say some Ohio drivers likely will waste more time and gas and
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Raquel Curtis and Derek North Jr., Youngstown, boy, Jan. 20.
Senate GOP’s next move awaited in spat
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama’s appointments to two key agencies during the
Surveys: Owners of of small businesses optimistic for 2012
By Steve Wartenberg Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Small-business owners are slowly growing more
Ex-Warren chief of police dies
Ex-Warren chief of police dies Former Warren Police Chief John Mandopoulos died Sunday afternoon.
Man recovers after nail is removed from brain
Associated Press OAK LAWN, ILL. Dante Autullo was sure he’d merely cut himself with a nail gun
Democracy is not a game
Opinion: By Liz Kennedy McClatchy-Tribune Citizens United, the misbegotten Supreme Court case granting
Something to argue about
Opinion: WASHINGTON The Supreme Court can pack large portents in small details. When in late March it
Barns dismantled, restored
Associated Press FREDERICKTOWN, Ohio There probably hadn’t been this much traffic along winding
Dog fighting is a corrosive evil that deserves prosecution
Editorial: Ugliness is in the eye of the beholder. But some things are so ugly that they deserve universal
34west show to benefit Rescue Mission
Staff report boardman 34west Theater will present “We Go Everywhere Together” at The Embassy,
It’s a pipe dream
Opinion: By William Edwards McClatchy-Tribune Desperation can lead to poor decisions, as can wishful
Press freedom under attack
Opinion: Press freedom under attack Miami Herald: It seemed appropriate that President Rafael Correa of
Giffords: ‘I will step down this week’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rep. Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona announced Sunday she intends to
Prison study finds link between violence, tobacco
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s top prison official has asked his department to investigate
Corn harvests have banner year in 2011
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Despite record-high precipitation, 2011 corn
Is 2012 tech’s breakout year?
Associated Press WASHINGTON The stock market has had an impressive January. The staid
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Sunday, January 22 (106 stories)
Patriots to meet Giants in Super Bowl
Patriots to meet Giants in Super Bowl The New England Patriots will play the New York Giants in
Fellow at US Holocaust Memorial to speak at YSU
Fellow at US Holocaust Memorial to speak at YSU Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Monika Flaschka,
KOKRAK PGA LIVE | 3rd round 78 delivers knockout
KOKRAK PGA LIVE | Jason ‘Kraks double digits; he’s at -10, six shots back Jason Kokrak has
Ohio lags most states in planning for health-care overhaul
Ohio lags most states in planning for health-care overhaul Associated Press WASHINGTON An
Cortland woman convicted of eighth DUI offense
Cortland woman convicted of eighth DUI offense Staff report WARREN Cherilynn M. Waldron, 37,
Shooting victim Gabrielle Giffords to resign from Congress
Shooting victim Gabrielle Giffords to resign from Congress Associated Press WASHINGTON Rep.
Ohio House to examine limits on depth, pressure in drilling
Ohio House to examine limits on depth, pressure in drilling Associated Press MANSFIELD, Ohio
Plans to redevelop downtown Youngstown building are ‘sinking fast’
Plans to redevelop downtown Youngstown building are ‘sinking fast’ By DAVID SKOLNICK
Romney to release his tax returns Tuesday
Romney to release his tax returns Tuesday Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican presidential

Amy Polkovitch, Andrew Harman set May 19 date
CANFIELD Amy Polkovitch and Andrew Harman are engaged and have set a wedding date, parents of the

May wedding for Michée Gasparek, Jeffrey Thomas
BOARDMAN Darius and Tressa Gasparek are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Mech e Marie

Elise Franco, Jonathon Moffett plan June vows
Elise Nicole Franco and Jonathon Robert Moffett, both of Warren, are engaged and planning a spring

Michelle Cika and Jory Aebly to wed in Aug.
AUSTINTOWN Austintown residents Frank and Patricia Cika are announcing the engagement and plans

Miss Cartwright, Mr. Key to wed in open ceremony
BOARDMAN John and Janice Cartwright and Susan Key are announcing the engagement of their children,

Mr., Mrs. Bennett celebrate 60th at dinner party
NEW MIDDLETOWN Mr. and Mrs. Clyde J. Bennett of New Middletown marked their 60th wedding

Sanfreys reach 70-year milestone in their marriage
WARREN Mr. and Mrs. Donald Sanfrey Sr. of Warren celebrated their 70th anniversary Jan. 9 with

Canfield event marks Pizzolas’ 50th anniversary
CANFIELD The 50th wedding anniversary of Joseph and Barbara Pizzola of Canfield was celebrated in
Mr., Mrs. Hodge mark 40th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN Robert and Gloria Hodge of Youngstown gathered with their family Dec. 29 to celebrate
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Youngstown Masonic
SENIOR CITIZENS
Commercial Intertech Retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall on Logan Way.
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY Hubbard Junior Garden Club will meet at 6 p.m. in the meeting room at the Hubbard Public
Free income tax preparation offered
Free income tax preparation offered YOUNGSTOWN One Step to Life, in partnership with the Ohio
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
Paterno gravely ill
Legendary coach hospitalized in serious condition Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. About
SMITH vs. MANNING
SMITH vs. MANNING QBs overcome immense scrutiny Associated Press San FRANCISCO, Calif. The
Boardman trustees still mull fees for Internet cafes
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN In March, Ohio’s attorney general called for
Spartans win three weight classes at Hephner
Hephner wrestling secondary hedline jkfdfskjfskjlskjskj By John Rozum sports@vindy.com
Valley school districts Race to the Top for reforms
VALLEY DISTRICTS IN RACE Nine Mahoning Valley school districts received grant money through the
Newt’s big win ensures long race
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich took a giant step Saturday
Valley school districts Race to the Top for reforms
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Canfield - Assessing students’ grasp of concepts and subject areas as work progresses — instead of waiting for a test — is one way that area school districts are using federal Race to the Top funds.
Youths audition for talent show
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Area youths had a chance to show off
Mooney’s Trgovcich commits to Penguins
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Austin Trgovcich already has won one title for a
Scouts have annual derby
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Checkered flags and cheers of excitement filled
Cooper on Meyer: ‘We hit a home run’
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com NILES If John Cooper was still coaching today, he’d
Phantoms pick up victory; Chris Bradley has hat trick
Staff report DES MOINES, IOWA The Youngstown Phantoms scored early and often, defeating the Des
The spirit of ‘Hair’ still echoes true
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Even though David Truskinoff joined the creative team
Big lead sends Milwaukee past YSU women
Staff report MILWAUKEE The Wisconsin-Milwaukee women’s basketball team built a big first-half
Greco’s novel set in Youngstown
Staff report “Tommy the Quarterback” is the second in the “Youngstown Quintet” series by
Las Vegas-style dinner-shows in Boardman
Staff report POLAND Ciao Promotions has booked a series of three Las Vegas-style dinner-shows
Academic integrity of schools not questioned
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Although the way the Liberty school
What has Liberty ‘Learn’ed?
WITH A FAILED CONVERSION SCHOOL AND FINANCIAL RECORDS THAT ARE UNAUDITABLE, LIBERTY TOWNSHIP
I used to love ODNR
Opinion: There’s been another earthquake update from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources: The agency
‘Underworld: Awakening’ should have stayed asleep
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Pitiless, puerile, pointless and perfunctory — and those are
Cavaliers blown out for second consecutive game
Associated Press ATLANTA Joe Johnson scored 25 points and the Atlanta Hawks, coming off a loss
Hewitt advances to men’s Round of 16
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Lleyton Hewitt reached the Round of 16 in his 16th
Serena easily wins to get to fourth round
— Australian open — Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Just before she walked on court,
newsmakers
newsmakers Rashida Jones unveils rom-com at Sundance PARK CITY, Utah Rashida Jones almost was
Ohio’s top court should delve into Mahoning County courts
Editorial: As the dispute between the three judges of the Youngstown Municipal Court and the city
Employees: Watch what you say to seniors, and how you say it
Opinion: Employees: Watch what you say to seniors, and how you say it Businesses that employ ser- vice
Area bowling at a glance
Holiday Bowl (Charlie’s Service/Bedford Trails) Johnny Pavalko Jr. 248-226-260-734, Steve Tarr
Crisis presents an ‘opportunity’
Editorial: Crisis presents an ‘opportunity’ All across the state, local com- munities were getting bad news
Police truck ambushed in Syria; 14 die
Associated Press BEIRUT A string of explosions struck a police truck transporting prisoners in a
birthdays
birthdays Actress Piper Laurie is 80. Actor Seymour Cassel is 77. Actor John Hurt is 72. Singer
FAIR TRADE USA
FAIR TRADE USA By the numbers 800: Companies in the United States that sell certified fair-trade
The Patriots offense to test Ravens defense
Associated Press Foxborough, Mass. Tom Brady and the New England Patriots made it to the AFC
Senior centers in Ohio struggle for funding
Associated Press COLUMBUS Senior centers in Ohio are struggling for funding as they face
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Searchers recover 12th body in wreck
Associated Press GIGLIO, Italy Divers plumbing the capsized Costa Concordia’s murky depths
Mobile outreach
Mobile outreach YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s mobile-outreach
Fresh crop of catalogs
Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Garden catalogs are more than pages and pages of pretty pictures
Britain OKs TV ads for abortion clinics
Britain OKs TV ads for abortion clinics LONDON Britain’s broadcast advertising body has given
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Jan. 14
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Believing the Lie” by Elizabeth George (Dutton) 2. “Private: 1 Suspect” by
Islamist parties win big in Egypt
Associated Press CAIRO Final results Saturday showed that Islamist parties won nearly three-
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2012. There are 344 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
“American Idol” (7 p.m., Fox): As if “American Idol” needed to expand its
“American Idol” (7 p.m., Fox): As if “American Idol” needed to expand its audience. The talent-show
The good, the bad, the ugly
Opinion: Youngstown City Prosecutor Jay Macejko insists he has no ties whatsoever to members of the Cafaro
Round 3 of Humana golf event suspended
Associated Press LA QUINTA, Calif. The Humana Challenge suspended play midway through the third
State of the Union: Jobs, re-election
By BEN FELLER AP White House Correspondent WASHINGTON Vilified by the Republicans who want his
Dustin Livesay | The vindicator
Dustin Livesay | The vindicator Corbin Croom, 15, right, does an impression of Tyler Perry acting
Dustin Livesay | The Vindicator
Dustin Livesay | The Vindicator Glen Williams of One Step to Life offers constructive criticism to
Buford scores 15, Sullinger adds 14 in Buckeyes’ rout
Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. William Buford scored 15 points, Jared Sullinger and Deshaun
From left, Anthony Genovese, Breylon Stubbs and Cheney Morgan in a scene from Youngstown State
From left, Anthony Genovese, Breylon Stubbs and Cheney Morgan in a scene from Youngstown State
Girls high school basketball roundup
Ursuline 48, St. Joseph Academy 45 CLEVELAND Courtney Powell scored 20 points and Sydney
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo Dr. Howard W. Jones, president of Youngstown College, was doing his part as
Area college basketball Saturday’s other games
MEN Thiel 66, Waynesburg 48 GREENVILLE, PA. Blair Rozenblad had his sixth double-double of the
Facebook posts can cost you a new job
San Jose Mercury News SAN JOSE, Calif. You might want to think twice about bad-mouthing your
‘Welcome’ invites readers into the mind of local poet
By STEPHANIE OTTEY Special to The Vindicator “Welcome ... Do Come In” is an aptly named book
CAREER PATHS / LIMELIGHT
HEALTH Audiologist Kate Bayer has joined the Jameson Rehabilitation Center of Neshannock. She will
blood Drives
blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
FRIENDS INDEED
By SEAN BARRON Special to The Vindicator POLAND Sue Phillips vividly recalls the horror she
Police are transforming
Opinion: By John W. WHITEHEAD Special to The Vindicator Take a close look at your local police officers,
Eagle Watch Day set for Feb. 4 at Kinzua
Staff report Warren County, Pa. For nature lovers interested in seeing American Bald Eagles in
“Red Tails,” which opened in theaters this weekend, is about the first black fighter
“Red Tails,” which opened in theaters this weekend, is about the first black fighter pilots in the
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I have a question that’s been bugging me. Was Kevin Bacon
record reviews
Jessie Baylin Album: “Little Spark” (Thirty Tigers) Grade: B Lana Del Rey has sucked the air
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. According to my newspaper, Lake Superior State University in Michigan released
Leave BPA at the store
Q. I was alarmed to read that eating canned soup can raise body levels of BPA. If this is true for
Refusing to participate just a stumbling block
McClatchy Newspapers Q. According to his PE teacher (kindergarten), our son has recently started
Fair trade
From coffee farmers advocate to market force Contra Costa Times OAKLAND, Calif. After years of
‘riff raff’ YSU theater gives gritty play a shot
Youngstown State University Theater’s student-run Blackbox Productions will pres- ent “Riff Raff,” a gritty crime drama written by film actor Laurence Fishburne
Not-so-smooth sailing
By Hugo Martin Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELEs Before the ship Costa Concordia ran aground off
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Liberty school board, caucus at 5:30 p.m., meeting to follow, Liberty High School
Where should you put your money?
Whether you’re a seasoned investor, a newbie or someone retesting the waters after a scary loss,
Service restored
Service restored CAMPBELL Telephone service was restored about 2:30 a.m. Saturday to everyone
Apple juice made in America? Think again
Associated Press NEW YORK Which food revelation has been more shocking recently? Did it blow
Toys resembled famous people, characters
Toys often were made to resemble famous people or characters in plays, books or TV shows.
Sparkle Market will undergo changes
Sparkle Market will undergo changes YOUNGSTOWN Changes are coming for a grocery store on
Saturday, January 21 (107 stories)
Phantoms win 8-6
Phantoms win 8-6 Chris Bradley had a hat trick and Dylan Margonari added a pair of scores to lead
Ship search finds 12th body, captain’s documents
Ship search finds 12th body, captain’s documents GIGLIO, Italy (AP) — Divers plumbing the capsized
Analysis: Gingrich forces GOP into grueling debate
Analysis: Gingrich forces GOP into grueling debate COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former House Speaker Newt
3 dead in fire at NY house rented by students
3 dead in fire at NY house rented by students POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (AP) — Authorities say a fire
Hawks roll past Cavs 121-94
Hawks roll past Cavs 121-94 ATLANTA (AP) — Joe Johnson scored 25 points and the Atlanta Hawks,
Analysis: Gingrich forces GOP into grueling debate
Analysis: Gingrich forces GOP into grueling debate COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former House speaker Newt
Obama’s State of the Union: Jobs, re-election time
Obama’s State of the Union: Jobs, re-election time WASHINGTON (AP) — Vilified by the Republicans
Gingrich wins South Carolina primary
Gingrich wins South Carolina primary COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich
Spokesman: Paterno in serious condition
Spokesman: Paterno in serious condition STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — A family spokesman says former
Phone service restored in Campbell
Phone service restored in Campbell CAMPBELL Telephone service was restored about 2:30 a.m.
St. Monica Guild to host Interfaith Tea
YOUNGSTOWN Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 343 Via Mount Carmel, will be the setting for the 67th
40 Under 40 Awards to honor professionals
YOUNGSTOWN The 40 Under 40 Awards, which are presented by the Mahoning Valley Young Professionals
Kokrak tied for 23rd
Staff/wire reports LA QUINTA, CALIF. When Mark Wilson got to 8 under through 11 holes on the
Mooney parents avoid charges in football fete
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Four Cardinal Mooney High School parents who
Islamic group: Unseal files in lawsuit
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Islamic Society of Greater Youngstown
Romney concedes S. Carolina race now ‘neck and neck’ with Gingrich
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. On the eve of a Southern showdown, Mitt Romney conceded Friday
Big fourth helps East rally past Ursuline
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Faced with the prospect of playing his third
Erratic winter weather picks up
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Don’t put that shovel or snowblower away
Ohio Ethics Commission charges ex-Falls mayor
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS Pat Layshock, who lost his job as Newton Falls
Armed robbery suspect faces new charges
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 46-year-old man facing charges in a
Without Rose, Bulls rout Cavs
Associated Press CLEVELAND Derrick Rose watched. The Bulls waltzed. Luol Deng scored 21
4 pacts OK’d for athletic facility
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com GREENFORD The South Range Board of Education has approved
Liberty fires township firefighter
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The township administration terminated a
Food-filled backpacks delight kids
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers The Second Harvest Food Bank is teaming up
2 dollar stores in city robbed
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City police are investigating several
Good’s clutch foul shot nets South Range a key victory
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com NEW MIDDLETOWN A foul shot that kissed the net with five seconds
Boo! Phantoms fall in overtime
Staff report DES MOINES, IOWA The Des Moines Buccaneers’ Gasper Kopitar was anything but a
Some phone service is restored in Campbell
Staff report campbell Crews were still working Friday on repairing an underground telephone
Warren man charged with impersonating police officer impersonating police officer
Staff report WARREN Solomon D. Cindea, 28, of Stiles Street Northwest, has been charged with
Jacubec propels Struthers to big win
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com STRUTHERS Jake Jacubec’s 29 points and eight assists
Nominations sought for ATHENA award
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, The Vindicator and Vindy.com are
YSU gives Milwaukee its best
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The night began with a question mark and ended with
Liberty: Emergency Alerts
Liberty Police Chief Richard Tisone sends out a notification to township residents using the Nixle alert system. Despite the system’s two-plus years of existence, only 159 of the township’s residents have enrolled in the system, which uses text messages and email to notify people of everything from missing children to community events.
3 with ties to YSU start a new scholarship fund
Staff report Youngstown One current and two former deans of Youngstown State University’s
Students encouraged to apply for Polish Arts Club scholarship
Staff report Youngstown Aspiring artists, musicians, dancers and other students of Polish
USDA gives Kent State a grant to help rural co-ops, businesses
Staff report Kent Kent State University will receive a $225,000 economic development grant from
South Range’s No Clue is ready for Rock Off
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Clueless no more is what South Range High School act No
Applications taken by ODOT for Safe Routes to School
Staff report Columbus The Ohio Department of Transportation is accepting applications for Safe
Ohio gets a new state holiday: John Glenn Friendship 7 Day
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohioans will mark the 50th anniversary of John Glenn’s
Trumbull woman gets five years in vehicular homicide
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Brandy L. Schneider of Geauga Portage Easterly Road in
LABRAE 57 GIRARD42
LABRAE 57 GIRARD42 Next: Girard at Jefferson, Friday, 7:30 p.m. Next: Campbell Memorial at
Ravens RB Rice eyes ’09 repeat
Associated Press OWINGS MILLS, Md. Ray Rice has played in eight postseason games, none more
high school sports at a glance
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Austintown Fitch 51, Niles 45 OT Bristol 85, Badger 58
RAVENS AT PATRIOTS
RAVENS AT PATRIOTS When: Sunday, 3 p.m. Where: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass. TV/radio:
Pressure on pension funds
Opinion: COLUMBUS Remember that brouhaha a few years back about how public funds shouldn’t be invested in
NW power outages could last for days
Associated Press SEATTLE A Pacific Northwest storm that brought snow, ice and powerful winds
SO. RANGE 55 SPRINGFIELD54
SO. RANGE 55 SPRINGFIELD54 Next: Springfield at United, Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Next: South Range at
nba roundup Friday’s other games
Bucks 100, Knicks 86 NEW YORK Brandon Jennings scored a season-high 36 points and Milwaukee won
Parole denied
Parole denied WARREN The Ohio Parole Board has denied parole to David Lockney, a former
Penguins rally for SO win
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Two weeks ago when the Pittsburgh Penguins were in the midst of a
AAC roundup | Friday’s other games
BOYS Austintown Fitch 51, Niles 45 OT NILES Will Mahone scored 21 points to lead the Falcons
STRUTHERS 83 HOWLAND 66
STRUTHERS 83 HOWLAND 66 Next: Canfield at Howland, Friday, 7:30 p.m. Next: Struthers at
Davis matures into leader
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. With a record-setting day and the winning touchdown in his
BUCCANEERS 2 PHANTOMS1 Overtime
BUCCANEERS 2 PHANTOMS1 Overtime Next: Phantoms at Buccaneers, today, 8:05 p.m.
Steelers coordinator Bruce Arians retires
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says offensive coordinator
itcl roundup | Friday’s other games
Western Reserve 71, Leetonia 67 BERLIN CENTER Tom Benyo, Jeff Clegg and Cory Zimmerman scored
Harding High principal quits
Staff report WARREN Michael Notar, business manager of Warren City Schools, will take over
American idle: Last US men’s player out
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia For the first time in four decades, there will be no
GIANTS AT 49ers
GIANTS AT 49ers When: Sunday, 6:30 p.m. Where: Candlestick Park, San Francisco TV/radio: FOX
Some phone service restored in Campbell
Staff report CAMPBELL Telephone service was restored to the Campbell Police Department and other
LaBrae outdistances Girard
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com GIRARD LaBrae High, rated fourth in Ohio in Division III in
Square-dance group hosts event in Niles
Staff report NILES The Friendly Squares western-style square-dance club is hosting a free Akron
Eli Manning’s steadiness impresses
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Chris Snee took a couple of quick stabs at how much Eli
nhl roundup Friday’s other games
Hurricanes 3, Capitals 0 RALEIGH, N.C. Jussi Jokinen scored two goals, Cam Ward made 23 saves
Etta james, 73 Singer was a musical ‘pioneer’
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Etta James’ performance of the enduring classic “At Last” was the
district roundup | Friday’s games
Lake 60, Boardman 43 BOARDMAN David Hoheradal’s 18 points included four 3-pointers for the Blue
EAST 48 URSULINE45
EAST 48 URSULINE45 Next: Ursuline at Akron North, Friday, 7:30 p.m. Next: Youngstown Christian
YSU women preview Today’s game
Matchup: YSU (8-9, 2-4) at Milwaukee (4-12, 0-6) Tip-off: 3 p.m. at the Klotsche Center
Ohio’s unemployment rate falls
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s unemployment rate went down by several notches for the second
afghanistan France is threatening an early exit
Associated Press KABUL France’s threat Friday to withdraw early from Afghanistan after an Afghan
Elder care abuse is growing
Opinion: Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: As we all know, advances in medicine have meant dramatic changes
Evangelical leaders go beyond the Scriptures
Opinion: A group of conservative evangelical leaders met in Texas last weekend and endorsed a Roman Catholic
Congress puts off movie-piracy bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Caving to a massive campaign by Internet services and their millions
Inside the ropes ... With Jason Kokrak
Friday: Kokrak shot a 6-under 66 in the second round of the PGA Tour Humana Challenge in LaQuinta,
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Tyler, Underwood team for ‘Crossroads’ NASHVILLE, Tenn. Steven Tyler and Carrie
QUOTABLE BROOKS ORPIK, Penguins defender, on injured teammate Sidney Crosby:
“To take hockey away from him has got to be a lot harder on him than most of the other guys in the
Guard fired over Kasich threat
Associated Press LEBANON, Ohio A prison guard in southwest Ohio has been fired after allegedly
Body parts identified
Body parts identified los angeles Coroner’s officials have identified the man whose dismembered
Customer base drives Huntington
Staff report COLUMBUS Huntington Bancshares Inc. customer growth is helping the bank drive its
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Chris Higbee, 10 p.m.: Country-rocking fiddle player at the
Indians trade for RHP Kevin Slowey
Indians trade for RHP Kevin Slowey CLEVELAND The Indians have acquired right-hander Kevin Slowey
Penn State-Shenango professor to run against U.S. Rep. Kelly
Associated Press SHARON, Pa. A psychology professor at the Penn State-Shenango campus is the
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: 2012 GOP
Bible relays God cares
In Psalm 116:1-2, Scripture reads, “I love the Lord because he hears my voice and my supplications.
METRO DIGEST || Montessori event
Montessori event youngstown Botany, geography, geometry and pre-algebra are generally considered
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 3,144 SOURCE: Associated Press
Passing yards this season for 49ers quarterback Alex Smith, the number one overall draft pick in
VOICE IS SACRED HARP
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown The Rev. Dr. Bradley Pace, rector of St.
‘The Puppet’s Court’
TV station covers Ohio bribery trial in a different way Associated Press CLEVELAND It’s
New Farmers site
New Farmers site BOARDMAN Farmers National Bank and Farmers Trust Co. will move into its new
Ohio files appeal for execution
Staff/wire report COLUMBUS Ohio has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the state’s lethal
‘Bullies 2 Buddies’
‘Bullies 2 Buddies’ warren John F. Kennedy Catholic School will host the nationally renowned
YSU to host Financial Aid Awareness Week
Staff report Youngstown With the priority deadline looming to apply for federal student aid, the
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2012. There are 345 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
U.N. should not let Russia prolong the unrest in Syria
Editorial: Almost a year has passed since Syrians, inspired by popular uprisings in several Arab countries,
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xJ 9 7 uQ J 9 vA 9 8 4 2 wA Q The
Grove City College series to feature Salem Communications exec
Staff report Grove city, pa. The Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Grove City
New Castle joins Tier 3 of Project Ignition
Staff report New castle New Castle Junior/Senior High School was selected to participate in Tier
voices of faith q & a
McClatchy Newspapers Q. If God is neither male nor female, why do most people say ‘Father God’?
‘Red Tails’ fails to take flight
By Colin Covert Star Tribune (Minneapolis) “Red Tails” never takes off. The subject matter —
First Friday
First Friday boardman The First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown will present a panel of young
Friday, January 20 (131 stories)
Youngstown man indicted on additional charges in 2009 robbery
Youngstown man indicted on additional charges in 2009 robbery
Four parents apologize for Mooney cigars and champagne
Four parents apologize for Mooney cigars and champagne YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Police
Lisbon v. Mineral Ridge boys basketball game canceled tonight
Lisbon v. Mineral Ridge boys basketball game canceled
W. Pa. man who admitted molesting 8-year-old girl is sentenced
W. Pa. man who molested an 8-year-old girl is sentenced
Youngstown bans parking on city streets in advance of snow storm
Youngstown bans parking on city streets
In Ohio, Feb. 20 marks John Glenn's historic space flight
In Ohio, Feb. 20 marks John Glenn's historic space flight
Officials discover hemlock pest in Southeast Ohio forest
Officials discover hemlock pest in Southeast Ohio forest
Plane makes emergency landing at Cincy airport today
Plane makes emergency landing at Cincy airport today
GOP leaders slow to embrace Romney — or his rivals
GOP leaders slow to0 embrace Romney — or his rivals
CLUB CALENDAR
CLUBS American-Hungarian Club, Donald Avenue, Youngstown, will meet at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the
SOCIETY DIGEST || Price correction
Price correction The wrong price for children’s tickets was provided for Wednesday’s announcement
LOUIE TODAY: Editor Todd, Youngstown Prosecutor Macejko, library director search
Vindy editor Todd Franko will co-host an hour with Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, on the news of the day, the past week, area politics and the coming week this morning on Brainfood From the Heartland.
Farmers National Bank's new Boardman location opens Monday
Farmers National Bank's new Boardman location opens Monday
Parking bans set in Austintown, Struthers, Boardman
Parking bans set in Austintown, Struthers, Boardman
True or false?: Debate fact check
Mitt Romney perpetuated one unsubstantiated claim, about his record at Bain Capital, and more or less corrected himself on another, about President Barack Obama's health care law, in the latest Republican presidential debate.
Longtime Ohio legislator Tom Gilmartin dies at 87
Thomas P. Gilmartin, a 26-year member of the Ohio General Assembly, described by former colleagues as a “tenacious worker” and “unique,” has died.

RESURGENCE || Yorks’ hiring of Harbaugh turns 49ers around
Yorks’ hiring of Harbaugh turns 49ers around
Gingrich angrily denies he sought an ‘open marriage’
Presidential contender Newt Gingrich on Thursday angrily denied that he asked his second wife for an “open marriage” that would allow him to have a mistress as she claims in an interview broadcast two days before the South Carolina primary.
Beasley powers Ursuline to sweep over Mooney
When the Ursuline and Cardinal Mooney girls basketball teams hooked up on Dec. 19, the Fighting Irish needed a strong second half finish to pull away for a 51-38 victory.

Quakes prompt earlier bridge checks in Youngstown
After 12 earthquakes in 10 months, city officials are moving up the once-every-two-year inspection of Youngstown’s 55 bridges.
Sheriff Wellington sticks to his guns on video-arraignments
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With video arraignment of jail inmates for
Kokrak’s 68 has him tied with many for 31st place
Staff/wire report LA QUINTA, CALIF. A little extra time off this winter left David Toms and
Phantoms prep for 3-in-3 on road
Staff report Youngstown After dropping consecutive home games last weekend — and three straight
Youngstown schools chief to recommend Chaney principal
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Superintendent Connie Hathorn plans to make a
South Range keeps United in sights with win
By Lowell Spencer sports@vindy.com new middletown With their backs against the wall, the
Youngstown/Mahoning library trustees extend search for director
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A search to find a new director of the Public
No. 11 Phoenix too strong for YSU women
Staff report green bay, wis. The Youngstown State women’s basketball team played the 11th-
Righetti criticizes port authority over name change
Mahoning County Commissioner Carol Rimedio-Righetti has complained that the commissioners haven’t been consulted as they should have concerning the proposed name change at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
Former state lawmaker Thomas Gilmartin dies
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Thomas P. Gilmartin, a 26-year member of the
Poll: Ohioans evenly divided on Heartbeat Bill
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The divisive Heartbeat Bill has divided Ohioans in
Some business owners say minimum wage hike forcing cuts
Minimum-wage increases have taken their toll on some small businesses in Ohio such as Belleria in Cornersburg. Owner Leanne Douglass said she had to close her full-service restaurant because of increasing labor costs.
Gingrich denounces ex-wife's claim, assails media at tonight's debate
Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich angrily denounced the news media at tonight's debate here for putting his ex-wife front and center in the final days of the race.
Workers’ comp fraud
Workers’ comp fraud Columbus An Austintown man must repay more than $27,000 he defrauded from
Austintown briefs
Fun Time for 4s and 5s The Austintown library will host Fun Time for 4s and 5s on Feb. 1, 8, 15,
METRO DIGEST || Traffic stop yields stolen designer clothes
One lane on I-80 Sharon After a day of lake-effect snow left the surface of Interstate 80
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Jan. 20, the 20th day of 2012. There are 346 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
President pitches tourism, campaign
Associated Press NEW YORK From the Magic Kingdom to the Apollo Theater, President Barack Obama
Bottom Dollar grand openings
Bottom Dollar grand openings YOUNGSTOWN Discount-grocer Bottom Dollar Food has announced its
‘Be excellent’
It’s the responsibility of this generation of black leaders to help the younger generation reach for excellence, a mechanical engineer and civic leader told attendees at Thursday’s 10th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity Breakfast.
Brady practices after resting shoulder
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, MASS. Tom Brady is back practicing. Everyone associated with the
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Mortgage rate down to 3.88%
Associated Press WASHINGTON The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell again this week
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments this week against
GM once again No. 1 in global sales
General Motors Co. has retaken the title of world’s top-selling automaker, selling slightly more than 9 million cars and trucks across the globe.
Reardon eyeing Rocky Mountain heights
By Joe Scalzo scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSToWN When former Ursuline High football coach Dan Reardon
Case of diminishing returns
Opinion: WASHINGTON How did a campaign as well run as Mitt Romney’s so badly botch the issue of his tax
Race heats up
Associated Press NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. The race for the Republican presidential nomination took
Knee OK, Nadal advances to fourth round at Australian
Associated Press melbourne, australia Rafael Nadal moved into the fourth round of the
Popular file-sharing website shut down
Associated Press McLEAN, Va. One of the world’s most popular file-sharing sites was shuttered
Buckeyes defeat Cornhuskers
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio State’s 1-2 punch was great. But so were the rest of the
campbell Damage to underground cable disrupts phone service
Landline telephone service to 2,500 customers, including the police and fire departments, still was cut off Thursday evening as crews worked to repair a damaged line.
Woman with captain of ship defends effort
Associated Press ROME A young Moldovan woman who says she was called to the bridge of the
US military chief travels to Israel
US military chief travels to Israel JERUSALEM The top U.S. general, visiting Israel at a
Report: Owner of exotic animals bought 2K pounds of chicken weekly
Associated Press ZANESVILLE, Ohio A caretaker had been buying 2,000 pounds of chicken weekly for
Malkin’s 2 goals spark the Penguins past the Rangers
Associated Press NEW YORK Even though the Pittsburgh Penguins are only three points above the
Leetonia native Marianne Gingrich, met Newt at GOP function in Valley in 1980
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Republican presidential candidate Newt
Ohioans lose about $2M in prize scams
Associated Press CINCINNATI Sweepstakes scams cost Ohioans about $2 million in 2011 as gauged by
PSU trustees criticize Paterno response
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Penn State trustees say they decided to oust Joe Paterno in
Deadly storm grips Northwest in ice, snow
Associated Press SEATTLE A monster Pacific Northwest storm coated the Seattle area in a thick
Ripping Romney
GOP front-runner Mitt Romney essentially is tied with President Barack Obama in a recent poll of Ohioans, and General Motors on Thursday reclaimed its spot as the top automaker in the world.
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL STATISTICS
BOYS INDIVIDUAL LEADERS SCORINGGPtsAvg Cody Stokes, Leetonia1024924.9 Jake Jacubec,
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Jackson-Milton school board, board retreat, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., middle/high-
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Emily Dehostos and Wesley T. Triplett, Youngstown, boy, Jan.
Gingrich angrily denies he sought an ‘open marriage’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Dredging up a past that Newt Gingrich has worked hard to bury, the
Occupy is a shadow of Solidarity
Opinion: Occupy is a shadow of Solidarity It seems that the idealistic, gestural politics of the Occupy
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Murad G. Shorrab, 29, of 104 Halls Heights Ave.,
Wellington errs in moving to eliminate video arraignments
Editorial: There shouldn’t be fewer video arraignments, there should be more. More courts should be
Making peace
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers A bright, socially awkward boy tries to make sense of 9/11
Entrepreneurial program helps to build success
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Corey McRae of Youngstown beamed when he discussed
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Vaudeville at the Vic,” 7:30 p.m.: Annual fundraiser show with
Amish suspect agreeable to electricity for monitoring
Associated Press CLEVELAND The leader of a breakaway group of Amish charged in beard-cutting
Streep is brilliant in ‘Lady’
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers From the moment her name and the subject of her next film
Running for office is tough
Opinion: After failing to win the Mahoning County Democratic Party’s endorsement, four candidates in three
Action heroine
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Gina Carano has a face that can hold a Hollywood closeup and
Poland resident is new health commissioner
Staf freport YOUNGSTOWN The new commissioner of the Mahoning County District Board of Health
Ohio liquor sales rise
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohioans drank more alcohol in 2011 than the previous
oddly enough
oddly enough Wis. man arrested for playing too much cowbell OSHKOSH, Wis. Demonstrators
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer Slim Whitman is 88. Comedian Arte Johnson is 83. Director David Lynch is 66.
Poll shows mixed feelings among Ohioans about fracking
State Rep. Robert F. Hagan on numerous occasions has said he wants to slow down natural-gas and oil exploration in Ohio. According to a new poll, most Ohioans agree.
Occupy group drops injunction request
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Occupy Youngstown has withdrawn its request
Diversity Awards 2012
Diversity Awards 2012 Awards were presented Thursday during the 10th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther
“shark tank” (8 p.m., abc): Season 3 of “Shark Tank” launches tonight with a
“shark tank” (8 p.m., abc): Season 3 of “Shark Tank” launches tonight with a new group of
US Chamber wants to burn America’s future
Opinion: By Bill McKibben Los Angeles Times At the turn of the last century, Time magazine published a
Court backs religious freedom
Opinion: Court backs religious freedom Chicago Tribune: In a case involving a teacher fired by an
Access Health Care Mahoning Valley has open house
Staff report WARREN An organization that provides low-income and uninsured Mahoning and Trumbull
Canfield briefs
Career center launches mobile app The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is connecting
Lynn Kirk explores the Incredible Human Machine
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Students at Lynn Kirk Elementary revved their engines on Jan. 12
Austintown Police Blotter
Dec. 26 Criminal trespassing: Police arrested Michael Kovac, 31, of 5936 Meander Reserve Court,
Boardman PTSA hosts battle of the bands
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Talented high school bands from around the Valley offered hours
Fable Factory visits Dobbins Elementary
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The familiar characters of Aesop’s Fables, including the country
Phantoms player visits St. Christine’s
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Youngstown Phantoms player Alex Dahl visited St. Christine School
Mills family dazzles crowd at Lloyd
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The students at Lloyd Elementary gathered in the all-purpose room
Pee Wee Phantoms take second at N.Y. tourney
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team traveled to Jamestown, N.Y., last weekend to play in a
Choir hosts first Madrigal Feast
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Guests to Boardman High School on Jan. 13 were transported back
Poland briefs
Shepherd of the Valley honors employee Shepherd of the Valley-Poland recently announced the
Poland library hosts warm and fuzzy story time
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Poland librarian Linda Kucilaba saw that cold winds and blustery
Stein, Gage top two at PMS spelling bee
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Each year, the spelling bee at Poland Middle School offers a clean
Boardman briefs
Career center launches mobile app The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is connecting
Pee Wee Phantoms take second at N.Y. tourney
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team traveled to Jamestown, N.Y., last weekend to play in a
Ursuline Center book club accepts members
The Ursuline Center Book Club has selected its next three book selections and meetings. The group
Phantoms player visits St. Christine’s
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Youngstown Phantoms player Alex Dahl visited St. Christine
Boardman sports briefs
Boardman wrestlers place at Top Gun The Boardman wrestling team placed three competitors at last
Poland sports briefs
Poland girls defeat Beaver Local The Poland girls varsity basketball team defeated Beaver Local
Austintown sports briefs
Girls youth softball sign-ups today Austintown Bounce, 4317 Kirk Road, will host sign-ups for the
Hilltop first-graders enjoy PJ day
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com First-grade students at Hilltop Elementary School didn’t
Canfield sports briefs
Golf event set for this summer The annual Pink Ribbon Gold Classic will be held at Tippecanoe
Swim team hosts pancake breakfast
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Coming off big wins the day before, the Canfield High
Watson submits project to ‘Good Morning America’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com As guidance counselor at Lloyd and Watson elementaries, Penny
Pee Wee Phantoms take second at tourney
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team traveled to Jamestown, N.Y., last weekend to play in a
Game of telephone dials up artistic talent
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com Artists sometimes draw inspiration from each other –
Pioneer Club launches at Poland Presbyterian
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Poland youth from preschool through sixth grade focused on earning
Poland SOV welcomes unofficial mascot
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For the past three years, Poland Shepherd of the Valley’s
Thursday, January 19 (123 stories)
Ice brings I-80 in Sharon down to one lane
After a day of lake effect snow left the surface of Interstate 80 frozen, Pennsylvania State Police were forced to bring the interstate down to one lane here this evening in order to clear it of ice.
Van driver tries to abduct Youngstown teen
A 14-year-old Youngstown boy told police a man tried to coax him into a van while he was walking home from school Thursday afternoon.
Pens pound Rangers, 4-1
Pens pound Rangers, 4-1 NEW YORK (AP) — Richard Park scored the go-ahead goal 2:23 into the third
KOKRAK PGA LIVE | Back nine starts with 2 birdies; he's at -9; 20th spot
Kokrak shoots 4-under 68 Warren JFK High graduate Jason Kokrak shot a 4-under 68 in the first
After accident, Carnival Corp. wants safety review
After accident, Carnival Corp. wants safety review MIAMI (AP) — Carnival Corp., the parent company
Judge rules against NYC court protest organizers
Judge rules against NYC court protest organizers NEW YORK (AP) — A judge has ruled demonstrators
Search for library director extended
A search to find a new director of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County has been extended.
Mitt out in Iowa, Gingrich outed by ex-wife, Perry just out in countdown to tonight's debate
The race for the Republican presidential nomination is veering toward South Carolina surreal.
Three Youngstown grocery stores to open Feb. 9
Three Youngstown grocery stores to open Feb. 9 YOUNGSTOWN Discount-grocer Bottom Dollar Food has
Phone service still out to 2,500 in Campbell after line cut
Land telephone lines were still dead for 2,500 customers here, including the police and fire departments and the rest of city hall, by late afternoon today.
NJ woman accused of showing child sex abuse online
NJ woman accused fo showing child sex abuse online
Colo. court weighs energy leases near Utah parks
Colo. court weighs energy leases near Utah parks DENVER (AP) — The Denver federal appeals court is
OSHA wants $53K from Pa. gas driller for citations
OSHA wants $53K from Pa. gas driller for citations
Ohio Muslim inmates settle suit over meal preparation
Ohio Muslim inmates settle suit over meal preparation
Montana kidnapping suspect said he was going to Texas
Montana kidnapping suspect said he was going to Texas GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (AP) — One of the
Gingrich faces ex-wife allegations; interview on 'Nightline' at 11:30 tonight
Gingrich faces ex-wife allegations
Body parts scattered near Hollywood sign in LA
Body parts scattered near Hollywood sign in LA LOS ANGELES (AP) — More than 100 police officers,
OSHP seizes $78K in stolen merchandise in Trumbull County
OSHP seizes $78K in stolen merchandise in Trumbull County
CDC: Many teens moms didn’t think pregnancy could happen
CDC: Many teens moms didn’t think pregnancy could happen ATLANTA (AP) — A new government study
Mahoning County health board appoints new health commissioner
Mahoning County health board appoints new health commissioner
3 fatally shot in Memphis; suspect turns self in
3 fatally shot in Memphis; suspect turns self in MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Police say a man fatally
Area Dems blast Romney
Area Dems blast Romney WARREN Area Democrats railed on GOP frontrunner Mitt Romney Thursday at
AP: Perry abandoninig presidential bid, backing Gingrich
AP: Perry abandoning presidential bid, backing Gingrich
LOUIE TODAY: Tito Brown, MYCAP CEO
Youngstown City Council President JJamal Tito Brown and Marilyn McDaniels, interim chief executive officer of the Mahoning-Youngstown Community Action Partnership, or ,MYCA, will talk with Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, about MYCAP's financial woes with the U.S. government and why the agency is essential to the area.
Bank of America reverses loss and earns $2 billion
Bank of America reverses loss and earns $2 billion
Bad news for Perry, better for Santorum
Bad news for Perry, better for Santorum CNN reporting Rick Perry dropping out of GOP presidential
Poll shows most Ohioans think fracking should be halted
Poll shows most Ohioans think fracking should be halted COLUMBUS A new poll shows that Ohioans
Program seeks to honor seniors
The Salute to Senior Service program, sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care, recognizes senior

Military officers installed
VIENNA Memers of the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys Chapter of the Military Officers Association of
Mathews BOE seeking applicants
Mathews Board of Education is seeking applicants to fill the board position vacated by the resignation of first-term member Brian Stidham on Jan. 11.
Idora Neighborhood work day set for Saturday
The Idora Neighborhood work day will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, snow or shine. Participants are to meet at the Youngstown Playhouse, at Playhouse Lane and Glenwood Avenue.
Obama again delayss pipeline plans, angering GOP, Canada
In a politically explosive decision, President Barack Obama on Wednesday rejected plans for a massive oil pipeline through the heart of the United States, ruling there was not enough time for a fair review before a looming deadline forced on him by Republicans.
Gingrich: Goal is to cut all Americans' tax rate to that of Mitt Romney
Mitt Romney tried doggedly Wednesday to sidestep the political furor he had started a day earlier by revealing he pays federal taxes at a rate of about 15 percent, less than millions of middle-income American families.
Details emerge of missing and dead on Concordia as captain claims innocence
An Italian dad and his 5-year-old daughter. A retired American couple treating themselves after putting four children through college. A Hungarian musician who helped crying children into lifejackets, then disappeared while trying to retrieve his beloved violin from his cabin.

Harbaugh brothers one win each from showdown in the Super Bowl
The Harbaughs, separated in age by all of 15 months, took different paths to the doorstep of the Super Bowl. Now, they’re sparking talk of a “Superbaugh.”
Former Phantoms doing well while current squad seeks to stop a three-game skid
As the Youngstown Phantoms strive to shake off some January blues in their pursuit of their first USHL playoff berth, two former players are excelling for the University of Denver.
Sheriff’ Wellington’s ending of video process disputed
City officials and the Mahoning County board of commissioners’ chairman don’t see how the sheriff’s decision to cancel video arraignments at the county jail saves money.
PGA GOLF || Humana Challenge attracts top pros to former Hope event
Associated Press LA QUINTA, Calif. Greg Norman hadn’t played the Bob Hope Classic since 1986,
2011 home sales mixed in Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley home sales and dollar value of sales were mixed in 2011.
Wrestling takes over at Fitch, Howland
Staff report Two prestigious wrestling tournaments will be conducted in the area this weekend.
Betras: Revamp system for lower courts
Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David J. Betras is urging that city and county officials and state legislators from the Mahoning Valley meet with Ohio Supreme Court officials to discuss revamping the county’s lower courts.
3 honored for helping injured pilot in Vienna
Ronald Catchpole of Howland spent a week in the hospital recovering from broken ribs and other injuries he suffered in an accident Oct. 29 while flying his small, recreational aircraft near Price Field here.
US appeals court to hear Hubbard landfill lawsuit
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard The 6th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals in
Lake Milton man gets 10-year term for sex crimes against kids under 10
A Lake Milton man will spend the next 10 years behind bars for a list of sexual crimes involving children under age 10.
Ohio Senate OKs bill targeting cyber-bullying
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Senate over- whelmingly approved legislation
Separate press conferences in Ohio cover both sides of abortion issue
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A group of pastors called on Ohio lawmakers to act on a
Name change for Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport?
To accompany the big changes taking place at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, officials are debating a proposal to change its name to Northeast Ohio Regional Airport.
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Carmelo Lebron v. Iron City Wood Products Inc. et al,
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Let us inject facts into ‘Seismicity’
Opinion: For nearly 40 years now, the state of Ohio has relied upon federally regulated underground injection
Vincent J. Delie Jr. new CEO of F.N.B.
Vincent J. Delie Jr. new CEO of F.N.B. HERMITAGE, PA. F.N.B. Corp. has announced that Vincent
Last Call for Cleveland comedy
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Northeast Ohio sketch- comedy troupe Last Call Cleveland
Politicians aren’t worried about us
Opinion: Politicians aren’t worried about us The Republican Party has once again proven itself to be
Fracking is not safe
Opinion: Add yet another new concern to the growing list of reasons to oppose hydraudlic fracturing, the natural-gas extraction process known as “fracking”: Earthquakes.
Wozniacki leans on golfer McIlroy for advice
Just the mention of Rory McIlroy’s name elicited a smile from Caroline Wozniacki.
youngstown Panel to review city’s charter
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A committee will meet Monday for the first
Chris Higbee fiddles with country-rock sound
Four years removed from the demise of his old band, PovertyNeck Hillbillies, singer-fiddler Chris Higbee feels as though the starting gun finally has gone off on his solo career.
Poll: Romney, Obama in ‘virtual tie’ among Ohio voters
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney outpaced
Weathersfield schools Board gets maintenance update, will put bond issue on ballot
By MARY R. SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE A report on ongoing maintenance work at the
Obama rejects pipeline — for now
Associated Press WASHINGTON Raising the stakes on a bitter election-year fight with Republicans,
Man’s request to act as own lawyer delays trial
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Campbell man’s request to serve as his
ODNR puts hold on permits for brine wells
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources said Wednesday it will not approve any additional brine-injection well permits until it completes an injection-well report.
Corbett slashes research funding
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. The administration of Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett has cut
Kasich has new site for speech
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. John Kasich will give his State of the State
Sharapova and Serena advance
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia After taking a tumble on the next-to-last point of the
oddly enough
oddly enough Police: Pa. robbery suspect used infection threat SHARON, Pa. Police say a man
Study finds problems at NHTSA
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES The nation’s top auto- safety regulator is ill-equipped to detect
Penn State trustees feeling pressure from alumni
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Penn State’s trustees fired coach Joe Paterno as outrage
Campbell mulls firefighter grants
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell City leaders are talking about applying for
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.61 +0.19 Avalon
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Austintown school board, special work session, 7:15 a.m., central office, 700 S.
Sharon Regional names tech center
Staff report SHARON, PA. The Sharon Regional Health System board of directors has named the new
Lakeview bands make run at Rock Off
Staff report CORTLAND The punk and rock band Burkley advanced Saturday to the final round of the
Rising factory output gives economy a boost
U.S. factories are roaring back from the depths of the recession, cranking out more machinery, vehicles and energy.
What if the Internet went down for days?
Associated Press WASHINGTON If a day without Wikipedia was a bother, think bigger. In this
ON THE COVER
ON THE COVER Clockwise from top right are scenes from the following movies that will hit theaters
Jury is seated in murder trial
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Testimony is under way in the trial of a
USPS to host community meeting on fate of North Side post office
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Postal Service will host a community meeting that could
Report: Animal owner was upset over house arrest
Associated Press COLUMBUS A recently released federal prison inmate who freed dozens of exotic
Dozens killed, hurt in suicide attack
Dozens killed, hurt in suicide attack KABUL Dozens of civilians, NATO coalition troops and
Some fear GOP campaign rhetoric is effort to use blacks as scapegoats
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hoping to win the hearts of Southern conservatives, Newt Gingrich
Spike in deer ticks raises Lyme concerns
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state is seeing a shocking increase in the number of deer ticks
House votes to deny Obama increase in borrowing authority
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON The Republican-led House launched its first full legislative day
It’s a golden tradeoff for SS
Opinion: By Gerald E. SCORSE Los Angeles Times If raising the retirement age can save Social Security,
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2012. There are 347 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ohio to invest $1M in patient-centered care
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio plans to spend $1 million to expand an approach to primary care
New England defense prepares for Flacco
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. Joe Flacco doesn’t put up the numbers, get the respect or
NEw this week
NEw this week Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (PG-13) A boy searches New York City for the
Charged in IRS case
Charged in IRS case CLEVELAND In a 13-count criminal information, the federal government has
birthdays
birthdays Actress Jean Stapleton is 89. Actress Tippi Hedren is 82. Singer Phil Everly of the
34west to open with ‘Abraham and Sarah’
Staff report Columbiana 34west Theater Company’s 2012 dinner-theater season at Dutch Village Inn
Paramount Theater exhibit paints a moving picture
The current exhibition at the McDonough should be one of the most popular the museum has ever had.
2012 MOVIE PREVIEW Another superhero year with ‘Dark Knight,’ ‘Spider-Man’
DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer LOS ANGELES Hollywood is respecting the environment and
Study: Exercising drops after high school
Los Angeles Times Making the transition from adolescence into young adulthood can be challenging,
Lawrence Co. officials under fire for raises
By MARY grzebieniak news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. A resident criticized Lawrence County
Cities need helping hand in battling housing blight
Editorial: How difficult is it for older communities like Youngstown to address the seemingly intractable
These LoCash Cowboys have high expectations
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com In the mid-’80s John Mellencamp had us spelling with his
It might make a life-and-death difference An ounce of prevention
By Barbara Mahany Chicago Tribune Deep down inside, we all know it: It’s inevitable, this
Free program to offer skin-care tips
Free program to offer skin-care tips CORTLAND The ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital Healthy
Free health and dental care
Free health and dental care WARREN Access Health Mahoning Valley, a nonprofit organization
“the big bang theory” (8 p.m., cbs): Could Leonard and Penny (Johnny Galecki, Kaley
“the big bang theory” (8 p.m., cbs): Could Leonard and Penny (Johnny Galecki, Kaley Cuoco) be
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Distracted,SDRq Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown,
Here’s a snapshot of our times
Opinion: LOS ANGELES Shawn Nee, 35, works in television but hopes to publish a book of photographs. Shane
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Stress may cause brain to shrink
By Andrea K. WALKER The Baltimore Sun If you’re stressed out from a divorce, a hard day at work
Avoid Medicaid cuts
Opinion: The Post-Crescent, Appleton, Wis.: The Medicaid picture in Wisconsin seems to be improving in light
newsmakers
newsmakers Pneumonia forces Haggard to cancel MACON, Ga. Country-music legend Merle Haggard is
NIGHTLIFE
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: After Midnight, 7 p.m.
METRO DIGEST || Youth Talent Show auditions Saturday at Youngstown library
Talent-show auditions YOUNGSTOWN Auditions will be from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Main
Wednesday, January 18 (98 stories)
Magazine that taught how to kill Americans reaches terror suspect at Gitmo
A copy of a magazine published by an arm of al-Qaida made its way to a terror suspect at the Guantanamo Bay prison, leading to an inspection of cells and a contentious new policy requiring special review teams to examine correspondence between prisoners and attorneys, U.S. prosecutors said Wednesday.
Auditions for March talent show are Saturday at library
Auditions will be from noon to 5 p.m.Saturday at the Main Branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, 305 Wick Ave., for a Youth Talent Show on March 16.
Campbell 911 line down
The Campbell police and fire departments’ phone lines have not been working tonight. Police Chief Gus Sarigianopoulos said the city is trying to resolve the problems, and he expected they would be resolved by 11 p.m.
Feds charge Girard man with withholding taxes from IRS
Feds charge Girard man with withholding taxes from IRS
Don't be alarmed by gunshots Thursday at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
Don't be alarmed by gunshots Thursday at Youngstown Air Reserve Station
Pa. man gets 12 1/2 to 40 years in prison in wrong-way crash
Pa. man gets 12 1/2 to 40 years in prison in wrong-way crash
NASA spaceport breaks ground for shuttle display
NASA spaceport breaks ground for space shuttle display
Panetta: US is 'fully prepared' for an Iran challenge
Panetta: US is 'fully prepared' for an Iran challenge
W.Pa. doctor honored for WWII service with Tuskegee Airmen
W.Pa. doctor honored for WWII service with Tuskegee Airmen
Woman arrested with gun on American Airlines plane
Woman arrested with gun on American Airlines plane
Ohio pastors urge state Senate to vote on abortion bill
Ohio pastors urge state Senate to vote on abortion bill
Troubled Ohio school district gets OK to restore busing
Troubled Ohio school district gets OK to restore busing
LOUIE TODAY: Punishing dog-fighters
Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, will talk this moning with Dave Nelso, assistant Mahoning County dog warden, about the barbaric crime of dog-fighting in Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley, the uncivilized individuals who organize or participate in it or tolerate it, and what the public and community can do to help.
Report: Unclear where Zanesville animal owner got a gun to kill himself
Report: Unclear where Zanesville animal owner got a gun to kill himself
Ohio seeing a 'shocking' spike in deer ticks, expert says
Ohio seeing a 'shocking' spike in deer ticks, expert says
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Happy Wanderers to meet
Wanderers to meet HUBBARD Happy Wanderers invite all to join them for their meeting Friday.

Shaw’s game plan slows Boardman
It took four full quarters, but the Shaw boys basketball team’s slow pace put a halt to Boardman, 46-39, on Tuesday night.

Youngstown judge calls end to video arraignments ‘shocking’
A municipal judge has described the decision by Mahoning County Sheriff Randall A. Wellington to cancel video arraignments from the county jail as “shocking.” Wellington wrote in a Jan. 12 letter to the three municipal judges here that he would be forced to cancel the initial appearances of inmates by video from the jail he operates, effective Feb. 6, because of a 3 percent reduction in his budget this year.

East goes extra time again, but beats Liberty
The East High Panthers don’t seem to mind working overtime these days.

Use safeguards to avert quakes, experts testify at YSU drilling hearing
Expert testimony at a joint subcommittee meeting of the state House and Senate on Tuesday indicated certain precautions could prevent injection-well- induced earthquakes.
McDonald defense slows W. Reserve
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com McDONALD Defense was the key as the McDonald High School boys’

Warren killer Charles Lorraine skirts date with death today
Charles Lorraine was supposed to make the trip to the Death House at the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility in Lucasville on Tuesday for his scheduled execution.
Trumbull I-80 project delayed until 2036
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com COLUMBUS Construction on a $100.5 million project to add
Mahoning County Land Bank reaches agreement with prosecutor’s office
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Land Bank has approved

Tough DBs set tone for Niners
The change in the San Francisco 49ers’ attitude this season might be most evident when the defensive backs gather in a team meeting room each week to watch the highlight video from the previous game.
Robbery has strained lives, victims tell Trumbull judge
Staff report WARREN The experience of being robbed inside your own home isn’t easily forgotten,

Seniors get computer savvy in Austintown
Weekly classes for local seniors prove that folks don’t have to be young to be computer savvy.
Woman sentenced for theft at Warren police station
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Rose M. Wilson, a 20-year city employee with no previous

Transforming a tannery
The Ohio Leather Co. ceased production in 1971, but the plant site remains contaminated. Now Girard plans to foreclose on the property owners.The building, along North State Street in Girard, is picture above in its heyday in the 1940s.

Federal agency: Medina families at risk from polluted water tied to drilling
A federal health agency says potentially explosive levels of natural gas at two houses in Granger Township in eastern Medina County are a public-health threat.
Rail products delivered to V&M
Rail products delivered to V&M PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh-based L.B. Foster Co. has begun delivery of
Chili helps chase away the chill
Comfort food ideas Family Features When there’s a chill in the air, nothing warms better than a

Cavs can’t finish off Golden St.
Monta Ellis’ jersey was splattered with blood and his nose was cut and swollen.
Ravens seek more consistency on O
Associated Press OWINGS MILLS, Md. For the Baltimore Ravens, the term “balanced attack” usually
Paula Deen criticized for hiding diabetes for three years
Associated Press NEW YORK Paula Deen, the Southern belle of butter and heavy cream, is making no
US needs to talk to Iran
Opinion: Last week, the Obama administration warned Iran that it would cross a “red line” if it closed the
Wes Welker overlooked as Patriots’ TEs excel
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. The question seemed to blind-side Tom Brady and he reacted
Cruise operators’ stock slides after Italy tragedy
Associated Press NEW YORK Shares of cruise operators declined Tuesday, with analysts questioning
Klacik to drop out of treasurer’s race
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Another candidate who failed to gain the
Romney tax rate sparks outcry
Associated Press FLORENCE, S.C. His wealth and taxes suddenly a campaign focus, Mitt Romney
Disaster could cost cruise industry millions in claims, lost bookings
Associated Press NEW YORK The capsizing of the Costa Concordia could not have come at a worse
Insects bug Serena Down Under
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia If anything, it was the insects buzzing around Rod Laver
Iraq’s Sunni-backed ministers suspended
Iraq’s Sunni-backed ministers suspended BAGHDAD Iraq’s Shiite-dominated Cabinet suspended
Pens, Malkin defeat Carolina in shootout
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Evgeni Malkin doesn’t necessarily go out on the ice with a game
Giants’ Nicks an elite WR
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. While fans in San Francisco have been celebrating “The
Coping with a skills shortage
Opinion: Coping with a skills shortage Akron Beacon Journal: As the economy continues its slow recovery, a
Wikipedia Editors question 24-hour shutdown
Associated Press NEW YORK Can the world live without Wikipedia for a day? The planned shutdown
Poland officials mull leasing land
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Village council members continued to research and
Coast-guard officer told captain to return to ship
Associated Press ROME “You go on board! Is that clear? Do you hear me?” the coast-guard officer
Colts fire Jim Caldwell as coach
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Jim Caldwell endured everything thrown at him during his first two
Cleveland lawyer sentenced in tax case
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A prominent Cleveland lawyer and former
METRO DIGEST || High-speed chase on Route 422
High-speed chase CAMPBELL Police chased a man at speeds that reached 100 mph after he fled a
Add almonds for flavor, crunch
Family Features Winter foods typically mean one thing – comfort. Regardless of climate or
Man pleads innocent to obstruction charge
Staff report WARREN Hubert H. Flowers Jr., 25, of 2766 Brier St. SE, has pleaded innocent to
Satisfy cravings the guilt-free way
Family Features When cold weather hits, so do comfort-food cravings. And although comfort foods
Comfort food made easy
Polish Shepherd’s Pie Family Features Enjoying a hearty meal at home with family and friends is
Cold-blooded killer gets warm welcome from federal court
Editorial: Today is the day Charles Lor- raine should have died. Instead it is just one more day in the 9,388
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.42 .16 Avalon
birthdays
birthdays Singer-songwriter Bobby Goldsboro is 71. Comedian-singer Brett Hudson of the Hudson
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Free food/dinner
Free food/dinner Bethel Church of God in Christ, 3147 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, various
Romney’s priorities are all wrong
Opinion: WASHINGTON “I’m concerned about the poor in this country,” Mitt Romney said the other day. “We
newsmakers
newsmakers Poe fans plan vigil for mystery visitor BALTIMORE Is the “Poe Toaster” nevermore?
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Demetrius D.E. Ward, 35, of 61 S. Prospect St.,
oddly enough
oddly enough Police ticket boy after toy motorcycle hits SUV CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico Police in
METRO DIGEST || Autopsy performed on infant found dead
Warrant issued WARREN Warren Municipal Court has issued an arrest warrant for a 23-year-old Lane
Singers frequently venture into acting, and sometimes carve out impressive second careers for
Singers frequently venture into acting, and sometimes carve out impressive second careers for
Plan to publish Hitler excerpts draws opposition
By DAVID RISING Associated Press BERLIN A state government in Germany is looking at legal
Teenage girl charged with underage drinking
Staff report Boardman A 17-year-old girl is charged after township police broke up an underage
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board, 5 p.m., board office
Lucas salutes black pilots with new film ‘Red Tails’ The real action heroes
By Julie Hinds Detroit Free Press DETROIT From “Sands of Iwo Jima” to “The Hurt Locker,” there
Clean up the fracking waste
Opinion: Clean up the fracking waste With valid reason our community is voicing concern about injection

City police continue probe of homicide
Youngstown police say they have a couple of leads in the city’s second homicide of 2012.

Beaver residents appeal for more well regulation
Julia Fuhrman Davis says she moved to Beaver Township 17 years ago from Canfield because it “was beautiful.” But Davis believes her quiet neighborhood won’t be beautiful after the addition of a soon-to-be active brine-injection well.
Tuesday, January 17 (107 stories)
'This is our America, not the gas industry's,' anti-drilling resident tells crowd
Julia Fuhrman Davis says she moved to Beaver Township 17 years ago from Canfield because it “was beautiful.”
Paula Deen discloses diabetes
Paula Deen discloses diabetes NEW YORK (AP) Paula Deen, the Southern belle of butter and heavy
Yahoo co-founder leaves struggling company
Yahoo co-founder leaves struggling company SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Yahoo co-founder Jerry Yang is
Betras urges high-level talks on revamping lower courts
Betras urges high-level talks on revamping lower courts YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County Democratic
Pa. company providing products for V&M Star rail system
Pa. company providing products for V&M Sar rail system
PSU to post fees for crisis-related hirings online
PSU to post fees for crisis-related hirings online
Ohio legislative leader wants thorough hearings on exotic pets
Ohio legislative leader wants thorough hearings on exotic pets
Macejko demands Gains participate in 21 WFMJ-TV debate
Macejko demands Gains participate in 21 WFMJ-TV debate
No prison time for $22,800 police employee theft
No prison time for $22,800 police employee theft WARREN Rose M. Wilson, a 20-year city employee
Analyst mull impact of accident on cruise industry
Analysts mull impact of accident on cruise industry
Pa. protesters say drilling bills erode local control
Pa. protesters say drilling bills erode local control
House hearing at YSU disappoints Rep. Hagan
House hearing at YSU disappoints Rep. Hagan YOUNGSTOWN State Rep. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown,
Ohio prepares appeal in case that halted execution
Ohio prepares appeal in case that halted execution
Friday meeting for Area Agency on Aging 11 is canceled
Friday meeting for Area Agency on Aging 11 is canceled
Engineering expert calls for more data sharing on brine-injection wells
Engineering expert calls for more data sharing on brine-injection wells
Ohio Supreme Court upholds search of abandoned laptop
Ohio Supreme Court upholds search of abandoned laptop
Prominent Cleveland lawyer gets prison term for tax evasion
Prominent Cleveland lawyer gets prison term for tax evasion
Stock rise on European debt sales; Chinese growth
Stocks rise on European debt sales; Chinese growth
Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra announces auditions for 2012-13
Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra announces auditions for 2012-13
Wikipedia to be blacked out on Wednesday over anti-piracy bill
Wikipedia to be blacked out over anti-piracy bill
Sheridan Road in Youngstown closed between Midlothian and Everett
Sheridan Road in Youngstown closed
Injection-brine wells limited in Ohio to 8,000 feet
Gov. John Kasich and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources have decided to limit brine-injection wells to a maximum 8,000 feet deep.
Audio: Cruise ship captain pleaded not to reboard ship
Audio: Cruise ship captain pleaded not to reboard ship
ODOT balks on timing on second I-90 replacement span near Cleveland
ODOT balks on timing on second I-90 replacement span near Cleveland
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial Alumni Association will meet at 7 p.m. Jan. 26 at Belleria Pizza, McCartney Road,
History to be revealed
YOUNGSTOWN Representatives of the Historical Committee of Tabernacle Baptist Church, 707 Arlington

Fundraiser will feature popular author, columnist
YOUNGSTOWN A nonprofit organization, Help A Teacher Teach, is organizing a spring fundraiser

San Francisco’s treat? Being home
Green Bay’s stunning loss to the Giants gives 49ers a home game for the NFC championship

Pastor: Dr. King would be proud but disillusioned
If he were alive today, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. likely would be proud of the progress many blacks have made, but disillusioned with certain values many young people hold, a local minister and speaker contends.

Kasich awaits word on Lorraine
Gov. John Kasich does not expect the execution of Charles Lorraine to take place this week, despite a planned appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court to lift a stay issued by a federal judge.
Jerry McNally quits county race, supports Ditzler
Former Youngstown City Councilman Jerry McNally dropped out of the Democratic Party race for Mahoning County commissioner and endorsed longtime Austintown Township Trustee David Ditzler.
Advocacy group sheds light on child sexual abuse
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A North Side woman opened her niece’s
Henderson’s shot propels ESV past Struthers
In a game whose outcome wasn’t resolved until the final moments, the Erie Strong Vincent boys’ basketball team defeated Struthers 62-60 on Monday.
YSU to receive bronze award for healthy worksite
Staff report youngstown Youngstown State University has been selected to receive the Healthy
Backup hiccup: Penguin reserves struggling
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State men’s basketball team needs a

Campbell mayor to interview 4 for finance director
Four candidates have been chosen to interview for the post of finance director, which the mayor says he hopes to fill by Feb. 1.
Aldridge, Herron help lead LaBrae to rout of Hickory
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com YoungstOwn In the second game of Monday’s Martin Luther King
New year, but same place: Can YSU erase bad taste?
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Bob Boldon’s press conference was a few minutes old

Baby shower marks 6th year
It seemed like a typical baby shower — pink and blue balloons decorated the room, games were played, gifts were given, and cake was served.
Tour of hope and duty
William and Carole Rummell of Mineral Ridge brought their grandsons to Monday’s open house of the Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley to help them learn about the residential facility and found something they themselves didn’t know.
KITCHENS as CULTURE
if you go What: “Hometown Story: Youngstown Steel Kitchens” When: Sunday through April 15
George Jr. out-rebounds Campbell
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Youngstown George Jr. Republic’s dominance on the boards was
Packard Museum Association sues architectural firm
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Packard Museum Association has filed a lawsuit in
Cows pampered with waterbeds
Associated Press WELLINGTON, Ohio If you want great milk, you need happy and healthy cows. At
Recall petitions to be submitted
Recall petitions to be submitted RACINE, Wis. Opponents of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker will
Nadal has new injury; Federer has no hard feelings
Associated Press melbourne, australia Rafael Nadal sat in his hotel room in “unbelievable
‘1 Percent’ are fine
Opinion: By Susan Adelman OtherWords I’m a member of the 1 percent. I’ve watched my income tax rates fall
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 17, the 17th day of 2012. There are 349 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
King speech rediscovered by teacher
Associated Press CLEVELAND A 1967 speech given by the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. is getting new
National Hockey League roundup | Monday’s games
Red Wings 5, Sabres 0 DETROIT Henrik Zetterberg scored the first of Detroit’s three goals in the
oddly enough
oddly enough Fugitive’s suit against Kansas hostages dismissed TOPEKA, Kan. A judge has
Zappos hit by cyber attack
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Zappos.com, the popular shoe website, was the victim of a cyber
Oil near $99 amid Europe debt jitters
Oil near $99 amid Europe debt jitters KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia Oil prices edged up near $99 a
Pasquale optimistic about YSU baseball
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com Boardman Heading into his fifth season as YSU’s baseball
8,600 served (can be the same people more than once).
8,600 served (can be the same people more than once). 1,600 (can be the same people more than
State senators return anti-abortion bears
Associated Press COLUMBUS Many state senators plan to return teddy bears given to them by
Rivals assail Romney in SC debate
Associated Press MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. Under heavy debate pressure from his rivals, Republican
Weird gadgets on display at electronics show in Vegas
Associated Perss LAS VEGAS A motorized, seatless unicycle, a video game you control with your
newsmakers
newsmakers Kid Rock apologizes after cigar complaint WARREN, Mich. Kid Rock has apologized
Minnesota couple aboard ship still missing
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS A Minnesota couple missing after a cruise ship capsized off the
Residents of mobile-home park still displaced by gas leak
Associated Press WELLINGTON, Ohio Residents of a northern Ohio mobile-home park could be
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Joel Sr. and Kimberly Williams, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 16.
ALL-STARS
ALL-STARS Inter Tri-County & Federal League ITCL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY First Team — South Range,
The top 20 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top 20 concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
No hiding from horrors of war
Opinion: No hiding from horrors of war The Associated Press arti- cle in the Jan. 14 Vindicator was worth
Explaining ‘disparities’
Opinion: With all the talk about ”disparities” in innumerable contexts, there is one very important disparity
Companies come, go in free market
Opinion: By Mike Brownfield Heritage Foundation To those with a sweet tooth, the news that Hostess Brands
Pond-stocking sale
Pond-stocking sale CORTLAND The Trumbull Soil and Water Conservation District will have is
Study: Babies lip-read to learn to talk
Associated Press WASHINGTON Babies don’t learn to talk just from hearing sounds. New research
Will Court redefine decency?
Opinion: The late, profane iconoclast George Carlin must have been rolling in his grave last Tuesday — with
Looking down a safer road
Opinion: Lincoln(Neb.) Journal Star: The progress made in making Nebraska’s roads safer is nothing short of
Armless teacher ‘trusts wings’
Associated Press HAMILTON, Ohio Teacher Abe Harris’s extraordinary grasp of his potential long
Hollywood taps into parental guilt, anxiety
By Rebecca Keegan Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Kate Winslet, Christoph Waltz, Jodie Foster
Soap veteran Lucci to host new series
Associated Press NEW YORK “All My Children” veteran Susan Lucci is returning to the world of
Vigil honors girls killed in crash
Associated Press CONNELLSVILLE, Pa. Two western Pennsylvania girls who died after a collision
Rev. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. Quotable
“Whatever career you may choose for yourself — doctor, lawyer, teacher — let me propose an avocation
The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley had an open house Monday at the facility, located at 962
The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley had an open house Monday at the facility, located at 962
Firing of conservation panel official decried
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The longtime head of a citizens advisory committee on Pennsylvania’s
Ex-governor enjoys life away from campaigning, politics
Associated Press DAYTON A former Ohio governor is enjoying life away from politics and the
Hulett C. Smith, former governor of W.Va., dies at 93
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. Former West Virginia Gov. Hulett C. Smith, who signed bills
Increase is seen in snowy owls in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Wildlife officials say snowy owls are showing up in increasing numbers
Electric plants shift from coal to natural gas
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The huge, belching smokestacks of electric-power plants have long
Irving plays well (again) as Cavaliers top Bobcats
Associated Press Charlotte, n.c. Rookie Kyrie Irving is making the transition from college to
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Weathersfield school board, regular meeting at 6 p.m. in Middle School library.
Nature retreat
Nature retreat villa maria, pa. A nature retreat, “Winter Wisdom,” is set for 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 5
Fiscal emergency may solve Niles schools’ financial woes
Editorial: Not only is the Niles City School District facing a major financial crisis, but the teachers’ union
Birthdays
Birthdays Actress Betty White is 90. Actor James Earl Jones is 81. Talk-show host Maury Povich is
From bad to worse?
Italy’s cruise-liner tragedy turned into an environmental crisis Monday, as rough seas battering the stricken mega-ship raised fears that fuel might leak into pristine waters off Tuscany that are part of a protected sanctuary for dolphins, porpoises and whales.

US Marshals Most Wanted
The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help find its most wanted fugitive of the week:
Monday, January 16 (68 stories)
Fire destroys two vacant homes in Youngstown
Fire destroys two vacant homes in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN No injuries were reported in a fire
Fire damages Girard home
Fire damages Girard home GIRARD A fire this evening caused an estimated $7,000-$10,000 damage to
Family hopes search will find parents missing from capsized cruise ship
Family hopes search will find parents missing from capsized cruise ship CHICAGO — The son of an

Miss Janis to wed Mr. Lombardo in summer rite
CANFIELD The parents of Tiffany Janis of Westlake, Ohio, are announcing the engagement of their

Couple plan cathedral setting for Sept. nuptials
POLAND The parents of Jaclyn M. Serich of Niles are announcing the engagement of their daughter to

Keenan-Kenville wedding is set for June 30
Silver Lake, Ohio Melissa Keenan and Jeffery Kenville, both of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, are engaged

Stephanie Day, Michael Kozak set wedding date
LAWRENCE, KAN. Stephanie Lorain Day and Michael Pieter Kozak, both of Lawrence, Kan., are
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
Huntsman to drop out of race today, endorse Romney
Huntsman to drop out of race today, endorse Romney Associated Press WASHINGTON Jon Huntsman
Youngstown police probe shots fired at West Side bar
Youngstown police probe shots fired at West Side bar Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are
Youngstown police probe shooting of pit bull on West Side
Youngstown police probe shooting of pit bull on West Side By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
‘Rock star of the health movement’ to speak at YSU
By AMANDA C. DAVIS news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A world-renowned Cleveland Clinic doctor who
Library finalists defend records
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN One of two finalists for the directorship
Springfield chief seeks public’s help to add K-9
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com NEW SPRINGFIELD For years, Springfield police have relied
‘Over 40’ Hockey Group just wants to have fun Ultimate goal
Story and photos By ROBERT K. YOSAY yosay@vindy.com To beat the winter doldrums, some people
City youths find safe haven at Boys and Girls Club
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It’s a sanctuary. It’s a family. The Boys
Even with all the points, Niners’ D set the tone in win over New Orleans
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO With New Orleans poised to score on its opening possession,
Their chance in the spotlight
Three local college football players play in an all-star game tonight in front of NFL scouts By
Manning has 3 TDs as Giants stun Packers
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. For Eli Manning and the New York Giants, Lambeau Field has
FINAL FOUR SET
Ravens’ performance not pretty, but it’s effective Associated Press BALTIMORE If style points
Azarenka breezes; Nadal is critical of Federer
Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Third-seeded Victoria Azarenka won 12 straight games to
YSU drops second straight, at Butler
Staff/wire report INDIANAPOLIS The drought for the Youngstown State men’s basketball team in the
Johnson Wagner rallies for Sony win
Associated Press HONOLULU Johnson Wagner worked so hard in the offseason that he told friends
Renewing MLK’s fight against poverty
The Chaney Visual and Performing Arts Middle School Dancers perform “Hallelujah” during Sunday’s commemorative celebration at New Bethel Baptist Church honoring the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The middle school dancers performed two selections during the service.
Moore, OSU beat Schiffauer, MSU
Associated Press EAST LANSING, Mich. Samantha Prahalis made a jumper from the left wing, put
Ohio man electrocuted while checking crash site
Associated Press KALIDA, Ohio A man stepped on a downed power line and was electrocuted while
Dillon, Balog are second at Top Gun
Staff report ALLIANCE Boardman had three place winners and Austintown Fitch had two at the Top
Michigan winner in outdoor hockey event
Associated Press CLEVELAND There was the usual tailgating and taunting. And when Ohio State’s
A day of reflection
Opinion: By Kevin Alexander Gray McClatchy-Tribune I listen to Martin Luther King’s speeches and sermons
“Alcatraz” (debuting at 8 p.m. tonight on Fox) concerns a group of prisoners who
“Alcatraz” (debuting at 8 p.m. tonight on Fox) concerns a group of prisoners who disappeared in 1963
Celebrity game to benefit children
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley will present its eighth
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Contraband’ swipes No. 1 spot at box office LOS ANGELES “Contraband” managed to
Police probe noninjury shooting at West Side bar
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating shots fired at a West Side bar but could not
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Area 17 Workforce Investment Board, 8 a.m., Dutch Village Inn, state Route 14,
Canfield swim squads sweep
Staff report HUBBARD Canfield swept the All-American Conference swim meet championships hosted
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz answers Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xA 9 5 u10 7 6 vA 8 7 4 wA K
‘The Artist’ speaks loudly
Associated Press los angeles The black-and-white silent film “The Artist” came away with the
The Rev. Kenneth L. Simon, pastor at New Bethel Baptist Church, served as worship leader at
The Rev. Kenneth L. Simon, pastor at New Bethel Baptist Church, served as worship leader at Sunday’s
Golden Globes | Winners
Golden Globes | Winners MOTION PICTURES Picture, Drama: “The Descendants.” Picture, Musical or
oddly enough
oddly enough Panties found along Ohio road to be hung on pedestrian bridge LANCASTER, Ohio
Polygamist leader Jeffs issues edicts
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Polygamist sect leader Warren Jeffs may be serving a life-
Fire at public-housing site spurs evacuation
Associated Press MASSILLON Authorities say a fire in one unit of a six-story public housing
Captain’s conduct blasted as divers find more dead
Associated Press GIGLIO, Italy Maritime authorities, passengers and mounting evidence pointed
Natural-gas-price plunge aids families, businesses
Associated Press NEW YORK The price of natural gas is plummeting at a pace that has caught even
Brian R. Corbin, executive director, Catholic Charities Services, told those at Sunday’s
Brian R. Corbin, executive director, Catholic Charities Services, told those at Sunday’s
Police probe shooting of dog on South Side
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the shooting of
Malkin has three goals, two assists in Pens’ win
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. Evgeni Malkin had five points and a third-period dustup against the
Fine accuser admits lying
Associated Press SYRACUSE, N.Y. A prison inmate who was one of four men to accuse a former
Retail trade group expects growth in ’12
Retail trade group expects growth in ’12 new york The nation’s largest retail trade group
Ohio State and Smith rout Indiana in rematch
Associated Press COLUMBUS Lenzelle Smith Jr. has been the weakest offensive player for Ohio
Fifteen years and counting
Opinion: Fifteen years and counting In March, right after this year’s primary election, we will mark the
Syrian president told to stop the violence
Syrian president told to stop the violence beirut The U.N. chief demanded Sunday that Syria’s
Mooney grad on TV show
Staff report James Terry of Clearwater Beach, Fla., a 1995 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School
Huntsman will quit GOP race, officials say
Associated Press WASHINGTON Jon Huntsman will withdraw today from the race for the Republican
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Jan. 16, the 16th day of 2012. There are 350 days left in the year. This is the
Employers: Workers lack adequate training
The Plain Dealer Columbus Gov. John Kasich spent the better part of his first year in office
King’s image is evolving
Associated Press WASHINGTON On the National Mall in Washington, Martin Luther King Jr. is a
King’s legacy continues to grow in ways large and small
Editorial: Transformational figures never stop growing. Their lives — even when cut short — take on new meaning
LaBrae-Hickory one to watch
Staff report Youngstown The LaBrae Vikings have run through the first half of the boys
Will canal change the game?
Opinion: CHARLESTON, S.C. Thanks to globalization, and to containerized shipping that began in 1956 and
Foreclosure-prevention changes may help Ohioans
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s foreclosure-prevention program has made changes aimed at
There are ways to fix public schools
Opinion: By James Campbell Baltimore Sun The nation’s public schools have been battered by a continuing
Bringing the jobs home
Opinion: By Karen G. MILLS U.S. Small Business Administration In recent years, a perception has taken
Balancing risk and potential
Opinion: Balancing risk and potential Canton Repository: The economic potential of oil and gas drilling in
Hearing on quakes Tuesday at YSU
Hearing on quakes Tuesday at YSU YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio House Agriculture and Natural Resources
PAKISTAN Political crisis to change?
Associated Press ISLAMABAD A political crisis gripping Pakistan could take a decisive turn today
Sunday, January 15 (110 stories)
Ohio to take case to execute Warren killer to U.S. Supreme Court
Ohio to take case to execute Warren killer to U.S. Supreme Court By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com
MLK event in Youngstown on fighting poverty attracts hundreds
MLK event in Youngstown on fighting poverty attracts hundreds By JOHN W. GOODWIN
Students receiving school-lunch aid skyrockets to 840,000 in Ohio
Students receiving school-lunch aid skyrockets to 840,000 in Ohio Associated Press COLUMBUS
Ohio raids up the ante over regulation of Internet cafes
Ohio raids up the ante over regulation of Internet cafes Associated Press FREMONT, Ohio Raids

Sara Wright | Randy Rair
HUBBARD Sara Wright of Hubbard and Randy Rair of Austintown were united in marriage during a 1:30

Nancy Roth | Lance Wilson
HOUSTON Nancy Jeanne Roth of Houston became the bride of Lance F. Wilson, also of Houston, Nov.

Christine Purnell | Kevin Gowdy
AUSTINTOWN Christine Purnell and Kevin Gowdy, both of Denver, were united in marriage Dec. 31,

Dinner marks 50th anniversary for the Bullens
AUSTINTOWN Richard L. and Marjorie A. Bullen of Austintown celebrated their 50th wedding
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet for program planning for the year and election of officers. Hostess

HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY || Nancy Carchedi
Residence: Lowellville. Date of birth: Dec. 15, 1921, in Calabria, Italy. Spouse: Frank
MLK observance in Youngstown today to feature California pastor
MLK observance in Youngstown today to feature California pastor Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The
Colbert: If bid for presidency falters, why not try for pope?
Colbert: If bid for presidency falters, why not try for pope? Associated Press WASHINGTON
Meet top 2 finalists for Mahoning library director at Wednesday forum
Meet top 2 finalists for Mahoning library director at Wednesday forum By PETER H. MILLIKEN
New Miss America crusades for children of incarcerated adults
New Miss America crusades for children of incarcerated adults Associated Press LAS VEGAS The
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Ruth Shrine 64, White Shrine of Jerusalem, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the
‘Cones for Kids’ campaign launches
‘Cones for Kids’ campaign launches YOUNGSTOWN This week, Friendly Ice Cream Corp. launches its
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Liberty will meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at First Christian Assembly Church, 3243
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY || Evelyn Yozwiak Bochenek
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY Evelyn Yozwiak Bochenek Residence: Boardman. Date of birth: Jan. 16, 1922,
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
Emergency Bike Night Feb. 9 at the 'Lube
Quaker Steak & Lube in Austintown is having an "Emergency Biuke Nite."
ICU Blockwatch will meet Monday
The ICU Blockwatch will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at the Metro Assembly Youth Facility.
Dog license deadline
The Mahoning County Auditori's and Dog Warden's offices remind dog and kennel owners of the Jan. 31 licensing deadline.
Robbery tipster gets reward
Mercer County Crime Solvers has issued a monetary reward for the tip that led to the arrest of the robber of a PNC Bank branch.
YSU women's rally flames out
Penguins fall short to UIC in overtime By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The
Another Ohio community rocked by quakes
Youngstown has become the poster city for potential injection-well-induced earthquakes.
Team USA bests Phantoms again
By matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN When two of the Phantoms’ best players were
Watkins urges state to appeal Lorraine’s death-penalty case
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins has asked Gov.
Kokrak shoots 72, will miss play today
Staff/wire reports HONOLULU The cruel reality of life on the professional golf tour hit home for
Valley schools look to curb childhood obesity
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Austintown Vending machines stocked with water and baked
Dinner benefits family of Youngstown teen, first homicide victim of 2012
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Nicole Nored, the mother of a teen slain last
Never a doubt: Howland’s Stanko remains committed to Penn State
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Anthony Stanko knows what you’re wondering and the
Warren honors its fallen police
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Eighty-year-old Irving L. Baker Jr. says Christmastime
Poland’s Reardon happy with switch to Kent St.
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com When Poland quarterback Colin Reardon verbally committed to Miami
Canfield replaces girls softball coach
By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com canfield Canfield High School has replaced Ronalyn
Cycle fans warm up to exhibit at Warren's Packard museum
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com WARREN Jane Luchenbach is a true motorcycle enthusiast, which
Mahoning, Trumbull county property owners can challenge new values
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN If you think your property’s newly
Dogfighters force miserable, terror-filled lives on Valley dogs
One of the most recent incidents of dogfighting in the area occurred at this West Myrtle Avenue house on Youngstown’s South Side, where officials found a dogfighting setup and stolen dogs without food or water, including a beagle they believe was being used as bait to force dogs to fight.
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY Schedule of events in region
The activities planned in the Mahoning Valley for the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Pennsylvania Democrats fail to endorse in race for attorney general
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. A three-way race for the Democratic nomination to seek the
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public’s help
Auditor to review Ohio officials’ state plane use for public business
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s auditor plans to review whether government leaders have
49ers rally twice in 4th to stun Brees, Saints
Associated Press San Francisco What a way to celebrate the 30-year anniversary of “The Catch.”
Pats bring swift end to Broncos
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. Tom Brady’s way of dealing with Tebowmania was to silence it
Ravens like their chances at home
Associated Press BALTIMORE The Baltimore Ravens were perfect at home during the regular season
Paterno: ‘I didn’t know which way to go’ after learning of Sandusky’s acts
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Former Penn State coach Joe Paterno says he “didn’t know
Crews ready fuel delivery to iced-in village
Associated Press ANCHORAGE, Alaska Crews of a Russian tanker readied a segmented hose Saturday
Night of chaos, fear on cruise ship
Associated Press PORTO SANTO STEFANO, Italy The first course had just been served in the Costa
Romney rivals seek theme in S. Carolina
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. With a week left to halt Mitt Romney from sweeping to a third-
‘Boston Marriage’ cast tackles adversity well
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In the theater world, a lot can happen
Bryant scores 42 as LA beats Cavs
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Even Kobe Bryant has to acknowledge he’s on his most impressive
Top players are limping into start of Aussie Open
By Diane Pucin Los Angeles Times The Australian Open begins Monday in Melbourne (today in the
Mobile Payments
San Jose Mercury News Brothers Adam and Ben Mayberry, who sell their distinctively themed T-shirts
Coors Light dethrones King of Beers
St. Louis Post-Dispatch ST. LOUIS After years of gaining ground, The Silver Bullet has finally
Ohio treasurer balances state job, politics
Associated Press COLUMBUS During his first year as state treasurer, Ohio Republican Josh Mandel
Ohio bank displays checks signed by famous people
Associated Press BROOKLYN, Ohio Dozens of personal checks from former U.S. presidents, authors
MLK HOLIDAY
MLK HOLIDAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Man detained in 4 homeless killings
Man detained in 4 homeless killings ANAHEIM, Calif. Investigators are “extremely confident”
Canton dismisses 29 workers
Associated Press CANTON Officials in Canton say 29 city employees who submitted retirement
Collectors seek cold-painted bronze items
What is “cold-painted bronze”? The term is used online to describe colorful bronze or spelter
YOUR NEW TO-DO LIST
By Allen Norwood McClatchy Newspapers Today’s homes are filled with components that weren’t so
Film actors lend voices to ‘Napoleon Dynamite’
By Rick Bentley McClatchy Newspapers PASADENA, Calif. It’s time for the return of “Napoleon
Marsico bows out; timing is perfect
Opinion: The timing this week of Richard Marsico’s decision to not seek re-election as Mahoning County
Economic woes could trump social issues in SC
Associated Press PROSPERITY, S.C. Allen Koon had always picked his presidential candidates
Did statin cause memory loss?
Q. My husband was on Lipitor for three years. One day, out of the blue, he lost his memory. He knew
Declare schools distressed, group urges governor
Associated Press CHESTER, Pa. A bipartisan group of suburban Philadelphia lawmakers has asked
‘Did he just call me a drunk?’
Opinion: During a recent candidate forum in Boardman hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police, Youngstown City
newsmakers
newsmakers Wahlberg wants to meet reputed mob boss BOSTON Mark Wahlberg says he’s considering
Why get a 10-inch subwoofer when a 12-inch is cheaper?
Q. I read your recent column about the 12-inch Monoprice subwoofer for $85. It looks like a steal,
Women lobby for bald Barbie
Associated Press NEW YORK Barbie has been an astronaut, an architect, a NASCAR driver and a news
the 69th annual golden globe awards ‘The Artist’ leads list of contenders
By DAVID GERMAIN AP Movie Writer LOS ANGELES Hollywood’s first big show on the road to the
“THE 69TH ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS” (8 p.m., nbc): Ready or not, the verbal blowtorch
“THE 69TH ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS” (8 p.m., nbc): Ready or not, the verbal blowtorch known as
Children are drama factories
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our oldest son, age 8, has recently started saying that he has no friends,
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. I recently saw the 2011 movie “Atlas Shrugged: Part I,” based on the 1957
More women take interest in guns
The (Toledo) Blade TOLEDO Deborah Pierce enjoys living alone. There are no kids to clean up
Mahoning Valley isn’t the only Ohio area with recent seismic activity Another community rocked by quakes
Youngstown has become the poster city for potential injection-well-induced earthquakes.
Putting warehouse-club savings to the test
People are often surprised to find that warehouse-club savings are worthwhile even if you have a
health snacks
health snacks Because of the Healthy Choices for Healthy Children Act, schools are offering more-
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS For the week ending Jan. 7
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Private: 1 Suspect” by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro (Little, Brown)
Library faces change
Editorial: Library faces change There are those who believe that libraries are irrelevant in the digital
Bomb kills at least 53 pilgrims in Iraq
Associated Press ZUBAIR, Iraq A bomb tore through a procession of Shiite pilgrims heading toward
Engineer’s office requires a top-to-bottom evaluation
Editorial: Mahoning County Engineer Richard Marsico has expressed “surprise and disappointment” at not
Seven money lessons worth remembering
In the past seven years, I’ve written more than 350 personal finance columns and thousands of blog
Coal country has tourism potential
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. Some of the bloodiest and most important moments in the
record reviews
THE LITTLE WILLIES Album: “For the Good Times” (Milking Bull) Grade: B The Little Willies are
Love Story Writing Contest
Love Story Writing Contest It’s time for The Vindicator’s fourth annual Love Story Writing
Canfield author will sign books
Canfield author will sign books HUBBARD Michele Gianetti, RN, a Canfield resident, will sign
MILESTONES
MILESTONES LAWYER Admitted to Pa. Bar Atty. Daniel P. Craig, son of Dr. John V. and Diane
birthdays
birthdays Actress Margaret O’Brien (“Meet Me in St. Louis”) is 75. Actress Andrea Martin is 65.
Dog-license deadline
Dog-license deadline YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Auditor’s and Dog Warden’s offices remind
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Jan. 15, the 15th day of 2012. There are 351 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard Public Library board of trustees, 5:30 p.m., the library’s Schafer
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9
Don’t dampen American spirit
Opinion: Don’t dampen American spirit The Vindicator provid- ed a credible article Jan. 2 in “Quake fallout
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS Columbiana County New complaints John Soliday Financial Group v. Gary Kosch, money.
Is there anything the movie studios won’t turn into a sequel?
Is there anything the movie studios won’t turn into a sequel? Apparently not, judging from the
METRO DIGEST || SARR class Jan. 22 in Beaver County
SARR class Jan. 22 in Beaver County Beaver Pa. Orientation and registration for the 2012 U.S.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Shale exploration, seismic testing
Shale exploration, seismic testing UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. A Web-based seminar sponsored by Penn
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Sheet music, “Hail! Hail! The Gang’s All Here,” by Theodore Morse & Arthur Sullivan, 1917 copyright,
Moyers returns with PBS show
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Wearing what is meant to be a sheepish smile,

It’s war with GOP
Opinion: I’ve been asked to speculate on what 2012 will look like from a partisan political view. How’s

Retire Obama now
Opinion: Our national nightmare may soon be over. The country is going to get its opportunity to retire
Saturday, January 14 (85 stories)
Trumbull prosecutor seeking Supreme Court action to allow Lorraine execution
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins has asked Gov. John Kasich and Attorney General Mike DeWine to seek a U.S. Supreme Court decision to allow the execution of Charles Lorraine.
Enthusiasts drawn from afar to Packard motorcycle exhibit
Jane Luchenbach is a true motorcycle enthusiast, which explains why she drove nearly six hours from her home in Downington, Pa., to attend Saturday’s opening of the 12th annual antique motorcycle exhibit at the National Packard Museum here.
Dinner helps murdered teen's mom with funeral expenses
Nicole Nored, the mother of a teen murdered last week, said the support she’s received since her son’s death “has been overwhelming.”
Iran blaming CIA, Britain, Israel for scientist's death; vow retaliation
Iran said Saturday it has evidence that the United States was behind the assassination of an Iranian nuclear scientist this week in Tehran, state media reported.
JoPa finally speaks; claims ignorance, uncertainty guided inaction over sex scandal
Former Penn State coach Joe Paterno says he "didn't know which way to go" after an assistant coach came to him in 2002 saying he had seen retired defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky sexually abusing a boy.
Another threat to U.S. oil, this time in NIgeria
Nigeria's government and labor unions failed Saturday night to end a paralyzing nationwide strike over high gasoline costs, potentially sparking an oil production shutdown in a nation vital to U.S. oil supplies.
France planning cost-cutting after Friday's credit downgrade
France's prime minister said Saturday his country will push ahead with cost-cutting measures after its top-tier debt rating was downgraded, a blow with repercussions across financially beleaguered Europe.
40 still missing in luxury liner wreck reminiscent of Titanic
The first course had just been served in the Costa Concordia's dining room when the wine glasses, forks and plates of cuttlefish and mushrooms smashed to the ground.
Resident, pet escape fire caused by electric heater
An electric heater caught clothes on fire causing damage to a St. Louis Avenue home.
2012 U.S. SARR Corps Academy class set for Jan. 22
Orientation and registration for the 2012 U.S. SARR Corps Academy class will take place at 10 a.m. Jan. 22 at the Wildflower Reserve Nature Center of Raccoon Creek State Park in Beaver County.

Jennifer Schuler, Ioannis Kalouris set wedding date
Jennifer L. Schuler and Ioannis M. Kalouris are engaged to be married, their parents announce.
Doyle, Haldiman to wed in Las Vegas
The parents of Amanda Doyle and Jon Haldiman, both of New Bedford, Pa., are announcing the

Logozzo-Wharry wedding planned at Holy Rosary
Adrianne Lyn Logozzo and Brian Keith Wharry are engaged to be married in the spring, their parents

Felicia Ciotola, David Drevna set June nuptials
CANFIELD Atty. Robert Ascenzo and Joanne Ciotola of Canfield are announcing the engagement of

Plans announced for Hardenbrook, Nyardy wedding
COLUMBIANA The parents of Cara Beth Hardenbrook of Columbiana are announcing the engagement of

June wedding set for Baird- Stoll nuptials
POLAND Ken and Susan Baird of Poland are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of their

Miss Amicone to wed Mr. Krokoski in October rite
CANFIELD Maria Amicone of Canfield is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Michelle Marie
Lake Milton Girl Scouts honored by state for pillow project
A Girl Scout troop that provides pillows and pillowcases to a Northeast Ohio homeless shelter is among five recipients of state awards given in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Habitat dinner Thursday will honor MLK
Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County will sponsor a dinner to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road (state Route 46).
Federal employees group to meet Tuesday at air base
The National Active & Retired Federal Employees will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Community Activity Center at the 910th Air Lift Air Force Reserve Station on King Graves Road.
Youngstown man arrested after found under clothes in closet
Police arrested a man wanted for three counts of possession of heroin, crack cocaine and cocaine at a home Thursday on the city’s South Side.
Trumbull Young Republicans to meet for breakfast today at Eastwood
The Trumbull County Young Republicans will meet at 7 p.m. Friday at the Trumbull County Republican Party headquarters in Eastwood Mall, Suite 750, between Dillard’s and the license bureau.
Court upholds stay on Lorraine's execution
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A federal appeals court has denied the state’s emergency
Matt Yourstowsky helps Canfield stun Poland
Matt Yourstowsky helps Canfield stun Poland By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com CANFIELD This
Feds, Warren OK police policy
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN After eight years, the U.S. Justice Department and city
With finances stable, Youngstown schools plan reduced levy for ballot
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown city schools are financially
Springfield survives at league rival
By LOWELL SPENCER sports@vindy.com East Palestine It wasn’t pretty. In fact, at times it was
Phantoms still feel Team USA haunt; lose 2-1 for third home loss
By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN To honor Friday the 13th, the Covelli Centre
Lawrence judge hears arguments in case challenging felon’s holding council seat
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new castle, pa. A judge heard arguments for and against
Poland district resists closing an elementary school
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND As voters twice rejected an additional school
Valpo holds off YSU in second half
Staff report VALPARAISO, IND. Kevin Van Wijk scored 23 points and Ryan Broekhoff added 14 to
Judge extends TRO for Harding player
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A hearing lasting until after the Trumbull County
Liberty schools weigh pursuit of settlement claim
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty Settlement money still owed to the Liberty
Campbell kids to be featured on cable show
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The kindergarten-through- second-graders
Man suspected in tire-changing scam in Boardman parking lots
Staff report BOARDMAN A man arrested in Boardman this week on an out-of-state warrant also is a

Texas co. wants to lease mineral rights at Poland cemetery
John Phillip of Campbell Development LLC, based in Fort Worth, Texas, has offered Poland Township a contract to lease the mineral rights under 35 acres that make up the Lowellville Cemetery at 2700 Stewart Road.
Tebow, Brady at the forefront of storylines
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. For his latest trick, Tim Tebow is making three-time Super
Obama: Trim government
Associated Press WASHINGTON Seeking more power to shrink the government, President Barack Obama
St. Louis Rams outbid Dolphins for Fisher as new coach
Associated Press ST. LOUIS Almost two weeks after they put away the helmets and shoulder pads,
Giants’ ace may ask for record salaryis top MLB player in
Associated Press NEW YORK San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum headed 142 players filing for
METRO DIGEST || Trumbull Young Republicans to meet for breakfast today at mall
Police arrest man on drug charges Youngstown Police arrested a man wanted for three counts of
Do not block shipping, US warns Iran
Associated Press WASHINGTON Tensions rising by the day, the Obama administration said Friday it
Ex-champ angers gay groups
— AUSTRALIAN OPEN TENNIS — Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia Nearly 40 years after she
Murray, Maze score 20 apiece as Howland beats Fitch in OT
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN In a game of ups and downs that went into overtime,
49ers defense looks to stop Saints
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Drew Brees piled up points, yards and accolades in a record-
Hornbuckle’s 19 helps lead East past Mooney
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Cardinal Mooney High boys basketball team had
METRO DIGEST || Phone service restored to Rescue Mission
Phone service restored to Rescue Mission YOUNGSTOWN Landline telephone service to the Rescue
Bluejays survive defensive battle
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com NORTH JACKSON Defense. That was the quick response of
Doctor: Edwards has serious heart condition
Associated Press GREENSBORO, N.C. Ex-presidential candidate John Edwards has a serious heart
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Stars of Tomorrow, 2 and 7:30 p.m.: Young entertainers take the
Roof in, Bradley out at PSU
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. New Penn State coach Bill O’Brien is turning his defense
Bullying bill attracts Rs and Ds
Opinion: COLUMBUS A bill to cut down on the amount of bullying in Ohio schools may be proof that Ohio
S&P cuts ratings on 9 eurozone countries
S&P cuts ratings on 9 eurozone countries paris Ratings agency Standard & Poor’s dealt a setback
Desecration of dead is old as war itself
Associated Press Since before Achilles dragged Hector’s body around the walls of Troy, warriors
Brown: Kasich’s decision on wells was right
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, said Gov.
“ultimate factories” (8 p.m., national geographic channel): The series, “Ultimate
“ultimate factories” (8 p.m., national geographic channel): The series, “Ultimate Factories,” drops
Ohio group challenges anti-abortion amendment
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio group is asking the state’s high court to block supporters of
Iran’s nuclear power objective clear with underground plant
Editorial: The presence of about 100,000 American troops in the Afghanistan-Pakistan theater must serve to
Man pleads guilty in deadly robbery
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN One of two men charged in a deadly police
POLAND SCHOOLS K-4 Class Sizes
POLAND SCHOOLS K-4 Class Sizes State law now limits a maximum class size of 25 students per full-
Pressure-cooker ‘Carnage’ lives up to its name
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers They try to keep things civil. It’s what enlightened urban
Best in show: 6 gadgets that defined event
By PETER SVENSSON AP Technology Writer LAS VEGAS Cheaper tablets, thinner laptops and an array
Mother of slain officer supports alert system
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It took two days to capture the murderer of
Need a push to get fit?
Opinion: Rockford (Ill.) Register Star: Pat Quinn walked across Illinois in 2001 to promote access to
through the years
through the years St. Maron Maronite Church The beginning: The story of St. Maron Maronite
Ex-Austintown worker to fill unexpired term
Staff report Austintown A former township employee will fill the unexpired fiscal-officer
Diocese compliant with safety policy
Staff report youngstown The Diocese of Youngs-town has been found compliant with the U.S.
Preaching to the Choir
‘Joyful Noise’ is too slight to connect with its audience By Connie Ogle McClatchy Newspapers
ITS OWN RITE
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown St. Maron Maronite Church marked a milestone
Medicare is under threat from ‘premium support’
Opinion: By Caroline Poplin McClatchy-Tribune In the proposed Medicare reform called “premium support,”
Warren shooting victim identified
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Police have identified the man found shot to death
Crowd causes Apple store to cancel sale
Associated Press BEIJING Raw eggs splattered and streaked the gleaming windows of Beijing’s
YSU 2011 Winter Grads
More than 600 students received diplomas during winter commencement, which was Dec. 18. Because the
Rev. Matt Alspaugh named First Unitarian pastor
Staff report Youngstown The First Unitarian Universalist Church of Youngstown, 1105 Elm St.,
MLK DAY EVENTS
MLK DAY EVENTS Schedule The activities planned in the Mahoning Valley for the observance of Dr.
MLK HOLIDAY
MLK HOLIDAY What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
US to restore ties with Myanmar
US to restore ties with Myanmar washington The United States is restoring full diplomatic
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury this week handed up indictments against
courts
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Dontrelle L. Weaver, 24, of 217 E. Florida Ave., and
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Jan. 14, the 14th day of 2012. There are 352 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: xA 9 5 u10 7 6 vA 8 7 4 wA K 4 The
Kent State Magazine wins gold award for PR
Staff report kent Kent State University took home a gold award at the ninth annual Public
RELIGION DIGEST || Service planned
Service planned coitsville A multicultural service is scheduled at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 22 at
Friday, January 13 (154 stories)
Hearing set for New Castle man accused of assaulting justice
A preliminary hearing is set in Lawrence County Central Court for Dennis J. Burk, 43, of New Castle, who is charged with assaulting District Justice Jennifer L. Nicholson after she found him guilty of game-law violations.
Youngstown schools fiscally stable, loses Chaney principal
Youngstown city schools are financially stable and could stay that way for the next five years if the renewal and reduction of a four-year, 9.5-mill levy is approved by voters in the March primary election.
Phone service restored to Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley
Phone service restored to Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley
Youngstown man enters guilty plea for role in Galaxy Seafood shooting
Youngstown man enters guilty plea for role in Galaxy Seafood shooting
France, Spain, Italy credit ratings downgraded by S&P
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's downgraded the government debt of France, Austria, Italy and Spain on Friday. But it kept Germany's at the coveted AAA level.
6 Ohio schools join veterans medical-care research
6 Ohio schools join veterans medical-care research
High school basketball postponements
High school basketball postponements The following boys basketball games are postponed Friday,
Ohio man gets 40 years in prison; dumped body on I-90 near Cleveland
Ohio man gets 40 years in prison
Authorities say missing Montana teacher found dead
Authorities say missing Montana teacher found dead HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The body of a Montana math
Brown pushing for national ‘Blue Alert’ system
Brown pushing for national ‘Blue Alert’ system YOUNGSTOWN — Flanked by numerous Mahoning Valley
Lisbon v. United boys basketball game canceled tonight
Lisbon v. United boys basketball game canceled tonight
Financial analyst wins $208M lottery jackpot in NY
Financial analyst wins $208M lottery jackpot in NY MIDDLE ISLAND, N.Y. (AP) — A financial analyst
3 killed, 2 hurt in shooting at NC lumber company
3 killed, 2 hurt in shooting at NC lumber company STAR, N.C. (AP) — Authorities say three people
Man accused of stealing Ind. police car caught
Man accused of stealing Ind. police car caught KNOX, Ind. (AP) — A man accused of stealing a
Rescue Mission main phone lines down to perhaps Sunday
Rescue Mission main phone lines down to perhaps Sunday
Gov’t asks judge to stick with Demjanjuk ruling
Gov’t asks judge to stick with Demjanjuk ruling CLEVELAND (AP) — The government has asked a judge
Houston toddler found unharmed in abandoned SUV
Houston toddler found unharmed in abandoned SUV HOUSTON (AP) — Police say a Houston toddler who
Youngstown crews working to repair waterline break
Youngstown crews working to repair waterline break
Texas mom sentenced to 45 years for killing son, 6
Texas mom sentenced to 45 years for killing son, 6 BRENTWOOD, N.H. (AP) — A Texas woman who
Birthday celebration cranking up for Ali
Birthday celebration cranking up for Ali LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Muhammad Ali’s wife says the
Fuel-bearing ship just 6 miles from Nome
Fuel-bearing ship just 6 miles from Nome ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A Russian tanker hauling much-
Obama seeks power to merge agencies
Obama seeks power to merge agencies WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will ask Congress
Two shot on Third Street in Warren, one dead
Two shot on Third Street in Warren, one dead WARREN Police have identified the man found shot to
LOUIE TODAY: Headlines, Nitro's Law, fracking & earthquakes
Vindy Editor Todd Franko will join Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, on the headlines of the day,the Democratic party endorsements, fracking and injection wells and a look ahead to next week.
Houston police: Man stole SUV with toddler inside
Houston police: Man stole SUV with toddler inside HOUSTON (AP) — An 18-month-old boy is missing
Homeless NY teen up for science prize offered help
Homeless NY teen up for science prize offered help BAY SHORE, N.Y. (AP) — A homeless New York
Trumbull County celebrates memory of Dr. King
Trumbull County celebrates memory of Dr. King WARREN Several organizations will have events this
Judge in NC hears bid to delay John Edwards trial
Judge in NC hears bid to delay John Edwards trial GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — A federal judge in North
Pizza cook-off scheduled, sponsors sought
BOARDMAN Tickets are on sale for Potential Development Program’s 2012 Mahoning Valley Pizza Cook-
Community dinner in Jackson Twp.
Community dinner NORTH JACKSON Jackson Township Citizens Association and North Jackson Business
CLUB CALENDAR
AUXILIARIES Girard Eagles Auxiliary 2172 will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the aerie at 26 W. Wilson
Catholic official wants high court to weigh in
Catholic official wants high court to weigh in PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A high-ranking member of
Police: Pa. shelter owner told ‘sleeping’ dogs lie
Police: Pa. shelter owner told ‘sleeping’ dogs lie MCKEES ROCKS, Pa. (AP) — State police say the
Pa. families asking EPA chief to send water
Pa. families asking EPA chief to send water PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Families from a small northeastern
MVYP reveals 2012 board slate
YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley Young Professionals is announcing its 2012 board slate. This year’s

Aloha: Kokrak at -1
Graham DeLaet has never been happier to be on the PGA Tour, and it showed Thursday in the Sony Open.

Former Good Humor bar factory repurposed downtown Youngsgtown
It’s only fitting that the Harry Burt Building, with its rich local history, is home to the new Tyler Mahoning Valley History Center, the historical society’s executive director said.
'Motorcycles Around the World' exhibit opens Saturday in Warren
“Motorcycles Around the World,” an exhibition of antique motorcycles, opens Saturday at the National Packard Museum and runs through May 20.
OEPA urged to rethink Warren permit proposal
Area residents, business representatives and legislators are warning the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency that new regulations would be detrimental to the Mahoning Valley economy.

Penguins rally late but fall to Loyola
Youngstown State women’s basketball coach Bob Boldon doesn’t like moral victories or cupcake questions, so when he was asked after Thursday’s 82-77 loss to Loyola whether his team could have caught the Ramblers if it had another two minutes, he batted it away like a mosquito in front of his face.
Canfield tightens ‘D’ in 2nd half, drops Poland
Sabrina Mangapora scored 28 points and the Canfield defense held Poland to just 19 second-half points as the Cardinals defeated the Bulldogs, 56-46 in All-American Conference, American Division action Thursday at the Poland gymnasium.
15-year worker pleads guilty to stealing some $80K from Nicolinni’s
A 44-year-old Berlin Center woman has pleaded guilty as charged to a single count of grand theft from Nicolinni’s Ristorante in Boardman.
Defunct Legacy Academy $376K in arrears, audit says
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The latest audit of a now-closed community
Phantoms enjoying success at Covelli Centre
The Youngstown Phantoms have progressed since their season-opening 10-3 loss to Team USA in Ann Arbor, Mich.
Epilepsy groups to expand in Mahoning Valley
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Mahoning Valley Epilepsy is expanding
Larson’s big 4th keys Mooney past Boardman
By Lowell Spencer sports@vindy.com BOARDMAN A dominant fourth quarter by Katrina Larson
DeWine targets human trafficking, seeks public’s help
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Attorney General Mike DeWine is asking for the public’s
Howland’s senior Erika Nites tops 1,000 for career
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com HOWLAND Howland High senior Erika Nites surpassed 1,000 points
Salem accountant indicted on 3 counts of bank fraud
Staff report CLEVELAND A federal grand jury has indicted a certified public accountant from
Poland man sentenced in mortgage-fraud scheme
Staff report CLEVELAND A federal judge has placed a local defendant in a major mortgage-fraud
Mahoning commissioners buy 3 snow- and ice-control trucks
Salt trucks, such as this one, have been a rare sight this month as the Mahoning Valley experiences one of its mildest winters. The weather stands in sharp contrast to the snowy month of February 2010, when this file photo was taken.
No snow forces Sharon races to reschedule
No snow forces Sharon races to reschedule HARTFORD For the second consecutive week, Sharon
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty, Girard, Hubbard, Poland and
‘Contraband’ packs a few surprises
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers Mark Wahlberg delivers the goods in “Contraband,” a B-movie
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing East Side Crime Watch, corner of Oak and Fruit streets, clothing giveaway, 10
Who sets rules on fracking?
Opinion: Who sets rules on fracking? Denver Post: One area where we could see both parties come together in
Republicans rally around Romney over Bain critics
Associated Press GREER, S.C. An array of Republicans and conservatives — including some of Mitt
Meyer unveils coaching staff
Associated Press COLUMBUS The newest member of Ohio State’s alumni association shouldn’t have
Ohio State women bounce back, win
Associated Press columbus Tayler Hill scored 19 of her 24 points in the second half, eight
Pentagon assures Afghans on probe of video
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pentagon leaders scrambled Thursday to contain damage from an
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Come Blow Your Horn,” 8 p.m.: Neil Simon comedy at Trumbull New
Ohio lawmaker seeks to raise interstate speed limit to 70 mph
Associated Press CINCINNATI A state lawmaker wants to raise the speed limit on Ohio’s interstate
Motorcycle exhibit set in Warren
Staff report WARREN “Motorcycles Around the World,” an exhibition of antique motorcycles, opens
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL STATISTICS
BOYS INDIVIDUAL LEADERS SCORINGGPtsAvg Ron Rogers, Springfield917919.9 Cody Dillon, Newton
New MVYP board
New MVYP board YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley Young Professionals has announced its new board,
Library toddlers are movers and shakers
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield library hosted a special holiday-themed
newsmakers
newsmakers Original MTV veejays receive book deal NEW YORK MTV’s surviving original veejays
Ohio prosecutor: Give victims death-sentence voice
Associated Press COLUMBUS Relatives of murder victims should be allowed to tell juries weighing
Alaskans weary of snowy winter
Associated Press ANCHORAGE, Alaska The worst winter anyone can remember in Alaska has piled
Flag football teams flying south
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown has produced its fair share of athletes and coaches that have
Selected local stocks
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Major union warns of halt to production of oil in Nigeria
Associated Press LAGOS, Nigeria A major union threatened Thursday to stop the beating heart of
2 more charged in shooting
Staff report Canfield City police filed charges against two more people in a Tuesday night
Occupy NYC protesters become nomadic group
Associated Press NEW YORK It was only a few nights after the Occupy protesters began sleeping in
In Ohio visit, Biden discusses college costs
Associated Press GAHANNA, Ohio Vice President Joe Biden on Thursday stressed that a higher
Brown to discuss Blue Alert system
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown will be in Youngstown today to discuss his
Natalee Holloway declared dead
Natalee Holloway declared dead BIRMINGHAM, Ala. The parents of Natalee Holloway looked on
Robbery suspect in jail on other charges
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A Goshen Township man charged with aggravated robbery
2nd racial-bias suit filed against Covelli Enterprises
Associated Press PITTSBURGH A black man who says racial discrimination forced him to quit
MLK holiday What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday for Dr.
METRO DIGEST || 1 dead, 1 injured in Warren shooting
One dead in Warren Warren Police are investigating a shooting Thursday on the city’s south side
Gains’ re-election is not guaranteed
Opinion: Seeking his fifth four-year term as Mahoning County prosecutor, Paul J. Gains is in the political
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Jason and Adrian Horvath, Youngstown, boy, Jan. 10. Stacey
Martin luther king jr. DAY Scheduled events
The activities planned in the Mahoning Valley for the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Cavs rookie Irving scores career-best 26 in win over Phoenix
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer phoenix Kyrie Irving was 4 years old when Steve Nash — the
Niners’ defense has huge task: contain Brees
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO As NFL matchups go, this one is a classic: unstoppable offense
Police levy shows trustees’ error
Opinion: Police levy shows trustees’ error Austintown trustees are placing a replacement levy to fund
“one life to live” (ABC, 2 p.m.): Having aired for nearly 44 years, the daytime drama
“one life to live” (ABC, 2 p.m.): Having aired for nearly 44 years, the daytime drama “One Life to
Can the US avoid global crisis in ’12?
Opinion: Every few years, the world grabs the United States by the lapels and shouts, “Pay attention!” Then,
Only time will tell who wins the $4 billion Race to the Top
Editorial: After the first year, a Washing- ton assessment of the $4.35 billion Race to the Top grant program
Bush 43 is not a factor
Opinion: By Wayne Slater Dallas Morning News NORTHFIELD, N.H. Here are words you hear a lot on the
More beautiful than ever
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers That “tale as old as time, song as old as rhyme” returns to
GOP: Political party that can’t make up its mind
Opinion: By E. THOMAS McCLANAHAN McClatchy Newspapers Republicans love to invoke Ronald Reagan and for
Texas seeks activist justices
Opinion: Texas’ Republican leaders dislike the Voting Rights Act. No revelation there. Republicans also
Attorneys suggest high-end sentence
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A prominent Cleveland lawyer and former
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Jan. 13, the 13th day of 2012. There are 353 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
METRO DIGEST || Daughter found outside house fire
Kitchen fire WARREN A kitchen fire was anything but routine for firefighters early Thursday when
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Toni S. Macovitz, 1558 Lynn Ave., Youngstown, v. Daniel
Austintown sports briefs
Community baseball sign-ups Austintown Community Baseball sign-ups will be Jan. 21-22 and 28-29
Children make indoor snowmen at Ford Nature Center
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Ford Nature Center officials took advantage of the first snow of
Boardman sports briefs
BGMS boys beat Liberty Boardman Glenwood’s eighth-grade boys basketball team recently defeated
Career center hosts county-wide video contest
The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is hosting its first Student Digital Video Contest
Public has a say in MetroParks’ future
What will Mill Creek MetroParks look like 10 years from now? Thanks to meetings next week, the
Mahoning County career center hosts county-wide video contest
The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is hosting its first Student Digital Video Contest
YSU women’s basketball players visit Watson
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When members of the YSU women’s basketball team visited Watson
Freshman orientation set
Poland High School will host an orientation meeting for all eighth-graders and their parents on Feb.
Poland sports briefs
Middle school girls fall The Poland seventh-grade girls basketball team lost to Howland 26-23 on
Boardman girls swim team wins NEAC title
The Boardman High School girls swim team shocked the eight team field of the Northeast Aquatic
First Night Canfield rings in 2012 with fun
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Thousands rang in 2012 at the 14th annual First Night
Canfield sports briefs
Pavlansky wins 300th Canfield High School girls’ basketball coach Patrick Pavlansky recorded his
Public has a say in Mill Creek MetroParks’ future
What will Mill Creek MetroParks look like 10 years from now? Thanks to meetings next week, the
Keller plays in softball tourney
Canfield High School student Kayley Keller recently participated in the Queen of Diamonds North
Mahoning County Career center hosts county-wide video contest
The Mahoning County Career and Technical Center is hosting its first Student Digital Video Contest
Boardman briefs
Boardman-Poland Junior’s Women’s League elects officers Accepting responsibility for league
Morrison wins Holy Family Geography Bee
Eighth-grader Olivia Morrison will represent Holy Family School in the next level of the National
Austintown briefs
Relay for Life kicks off Jan. 19 The Relay for Life of Austintown will host its open house on Jan.
Canfield briefs
Canfield’s Zaluski graduates from OSU Canfield High School alum Jordan Zaluski graduated from The
Poland briefs
Calling all card players Shepherd of the Valley- Poland will resume its monthly card games on Jan.
Congressman Johnson visits students
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During a whirlwind tour through his constituency of Ohio’s
Third-graders explore winter animals
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Although it wasn’t technically winter yet, Mill Creek Park
Local author visits Watson second-graders
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Austintown author and illustrator James Mallog shared some of the
Fitch NHS members give back to community
Thirty Fitch National Honor Society members traveled to the Covelli Center Dec. 10 for the
Teaching physics isn’t rocket science
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Paul Monroe visited Robin Krempasky’s second-grade classroom on
Stocker drops out of county race
Struthers Mayor Terry Stocker is out as a Mahoning County commissioner candidate after he failed to win the county Democratic Party’s endorsement for the seat.
Phantoms champion ‘Hockey for Health’ at Watson
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com This season, members of the Youngstown Phantoms hockey team are
Man is indicted in dragging of officer
A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against a man accused of using his car to drag a Youngstown State University police officer and another man who held police at bay twice in December.
Boardman orchestra festival features soloists
The Boardman Orchestra Department presented their Winter Orchestra Festivals on Dec. 21 at the
Pee Wee Phantoms win outdoor game in Pittsburgh
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team participated in the third annual Winter Classic Dec. 23.
Retail sales hit record $4.7 trillion in 2011
America’s retailers enjoyed a record 2011 and their first $400 billion sales months ever. But the final month of the year was a dud.
Boardman library event fills learning void
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For local kids, the time between Christmas and New Year’s means no
Career center Key Club donates to Rescue Mission
Students in the Key Club at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center shared in the holiday
Market Street students celebrate Old West Christmas
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The second-graders at Market Street Elementary experienced the “Old
Library guests make play-doh creations
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Local children showed their creativity by rolling, cutting,
Canfield wins NEAC swimming title
The Canfield boys swim team won the Northeast Aquatic Conference championship on Jan. 7 during a
Hilltop students celebrate the holidays
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Hilltop Elementary School got a jump on
Library focuses on Babies and Books
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com A small, but friendly, group of toddlers visited the Canfield
Union students donate to Make-A-Wish
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Fourth-graders at Union Elementary did more than just give
Union coat drive provides needed warmth
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Thanks to community support and giving students, the Union
Pee Wee Phantoms win outdoor game
The Youngstown Phantoms Pee Wee hockey team participated in the third annual Winter Classic Dec. 23
North students donate winter coats
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com At the start of each week, during the morning announcements,
Seminary Singers perform at North
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Poland Seminary High School’s “Seminary Singers” spent Dec. 20
Key Club donates to Rescue Mission
Students in the Key Club at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center shared in the holiday
Dobbins third-graders churn ice cream
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com It’s never too cold for ice cream. At least that’s what the
United stays undefeated in ITCL Tier One play
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com Hanoverton Behind a tenacious defensive effort, the United
Public has a say in MetroParks’ future
What will Mill Creek MetroParks look like 10 years from now? Thanks to meetings next week, the
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One dead, one injured in Warren shooting tonight
Police are investigating a shooting Thursday on the city’s south side that killed one man and sent another to the hospital.
Poland man gets federal sentence in mortgage-fraud scheme
Poland man gets federal sentence in mortgage-fraud scheme
Justice Department says recent recess appointments by Obama are legal
Justice Department says recent recess appointments by Obama are legal
Ohio prosecutor: Give victims death sentence voice
Ohio prosecutor: Give victims death sentence a voice
Berlin Center woman pleads guilty for stealing from her employer
Berlin Center woman pleads guilty for stealing from her employer
Mahoning Co. grand jury indicts man for dragging YSU cop and man for two standoffs
Mahoning Co. grand jury indictes man for dragging YSU cop, and man for two standoffs
Police say Pa. high school students ran theft ring
Police say Pa. high school students ran theft ring
Stretch of Rayen Avenue closed through Jan. 20
Stretch of Rayen Avenue closed through Jan. 20 YOUNGSTOWN Rayen Avenue between West Avenue and
Lawyer for Obama’s uncle questions cop’s driving
Lawyer for Obama’s uncle questions cop’s driving FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (AP) — The defense for
Board approves naming Memphis street for MLK
Board approves naming Memphis street for MLK MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Memphis officials today
Judge sending Kentucky Amish men to jail
Judge sending Kentucky Amish men to jail MAYFIELD, Ky. (AP) — A judge in western Kentucky has
OSHP seizes 70 lbs. of marijuana in Preble County
OSHP seizes 70 pounds of marijuana in Preble County
Stocker drops out of commissioner race
Stocker drops out of commissioner race Less than a week after failing to get the endorsement of
Lawyer: Miss. sisters will push new gov for pardon
Lawyer: Miss. sisters will push new gov for pardon JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — An attorney says two
Ohio man guilty, corpse was mistaken for animal carcass
Ohio man guilty, corpse was mistaken for animal carcass
Fresh calls for independent probe in Syria
Fresh calls for independent probe in Syria BEIRUT (AP) — The death of a French TV cameraman during
Nigeria oil union threatens shutdown amid strike
Nigeria oil union threatens shutdown amid strike LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — A union representing 20,000
Karzai condemns video of Marines urinating on dead
Karzai condemns video of Marines urinating on dead WASHINGTON (AP) — Afghan President Hamid Karzai
Curious pig blamed for starting NY barn blaze
Curious pig blamed for starting NY barn blaze ORANGE, N.Y. (AP) — A curious pig is being blamed
Amish men ignoring highway law face jail time
Amish men ignoring highway law face jail time MAYFIELD, Ky. (AP) — A group of Amish men in
Anchorage on pace for snowiest winter on record
Anchorage on pace for snowiest winter on record ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Heavy snow is falling in
Man jailed on 800 porn, child-sex counts
Man jailed on 800 porn, child-sex counts ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) — Police say a central Pennsylvania man
Felon elected to Pa. city council wants seat
Felon elected to Pa. city council wants seat NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) — A convicted felon elected to a

Daughters to host dinner to mark Popovnaks’ 50th
AUSTINTOWN Gene and Jeanne Popovnak of Austintown, who are marking the 50th anniversary of their
Dinner and raffle to benefit memorial fund
Dinner and raffle to benefit memorial fund YOUNGSTOWN A spaghetti benefit dinner and raffle will
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Kevin and Heather Williams of Pickerington, Ohio, are announcing the birth of their first child, a
Trumbull CSB director: Worker who sent threat to be disciplined
Nick Kerosky, executive director of Trumbull County Children Services, says the agency employee who sent a threatening message Friday to the website of Atty. David Engler will be disciplined.
Girard man did not know his shooter, or intended victim
Police said the man who was shot in the doorway of his apartment in December identified the suspected shooter and told detectives he did not know the man.
Despite state rebuke, Betras to seek elections board seat again
Rejected three months ago for a seat on the Mahoning County Board of Elections by the Ohio secretary of state, who had called him “not competent” to serve, county Democratic Chairman David Betras will ask again to be appointed.

Amid rally for tougher cruelty law, kennel ex-owner Steve Croley acquitted
Dozens of supporters for a change in state law making certain acts of animal cruelty a felony rallied in downtown Youngstown as the man at the center of their outcry was found not guilty of a probation violation.

Warren’s Kokrak begins PGA Tour today in Hawaii
Today at 8:30 a.m. Honolulu time (1:30 p.m. in the Valley), Kokrak tees off in the $5.5 million Sony Open, the first open event on the 2012 PGA Tour.
Exal nixes 300-job, $400M expansion plan
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Exal Corp. isn’t divulging the reasons it won’t go
Prospects game to have three Phantoms
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN For USHL players eligible for this summer’s NHL
ODNR still unsure of D&L well’s tie to Valley earthquakes
State environmental regulators say they are still trying to determine whether a brine-injection well conclusively triggered 11 Mahoning Valley earthquakes.
YSU women’s basketball team motivated by disrespect
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Here, midway through the 2011-12 basketball
Gun prank leads to charges for Canfield mom, son’s friend
An 18-year-old Canfield man is charged with felonious assault after he put one bullet into a gun and fired it until the bullet discharged, in what he called an attempt to scare his friend.
Four games highlight of holiday basketball at Covelli Centre
High school basketball returns to the Covelli Centre on Monday with the LaRiccia “See Them Rise” Classic.
Ohio Flag Football team going to nationals
Staff report For nearly the last six years, Mike Marantis has coached young football players in
Trumbull officials to appeal ruling in Lorraine execution delay
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS State officials said they would appeal a ruling by a
Preps at a glance
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA Akron Hoban 54, Ursuline 47 Marlington 57, Salem
Teachers pack Niles BOE meeting
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES More than 130 teachers packed the board of education
Supreme Court appoints official to oversee Youngstown Muni dispute
After 16 months of inaction, the Ohio Supreme Court appointed a master commissioner to oversee a long-standing dispute over new court facilities between the three municipal court judges, and the city’s administrators and council.
Ohio Supreme Court suspends 2 Valley attorneys
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court has unanimously and
Boardman's last drive-in restaurant now part of our past
Jim Cecere of Poland sits next to one of the big signs from the A&W restaurant on the corner of U.S. Route 224 and West Boulevard in Boardman as he awaits the auction of the local landmarks equipment and memorabilia Wednesday.
Chevron 4Q profit below 3Q results
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Romney hopes SC is rivals’ last stand
Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney braced for a brutal
Warmer winter keeps cities green
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assaults on amish Hate-crime suspects scheduled for trial
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CLEVELAND Ten men and two women, who pleaded innocent
Perry, ‘Potter’ win big at Choice awards
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Katy Perry is in the popular clique now. The singer-actress won
Release of some Miss. inmates halted
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. A Mississippi judge has temporarily blocked the release of 21
Minus Crosby, Penguins lose sixth in a row
Associated Press WASHINGTON Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was in the building for
Man uses ‘Alford plea’ in rape of daughter
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A 50-year-old Youngstown man will spend
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.21 .03 Avalon
METRO DIGEST || McKinley Heights association donates to food bank
Association makes donation to food bank MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township trustees learned
Third quarter dooms Ursuline against Hoban
Staff report AKRON Emma Horning scored eight of her 13 points in the third quarter as the Akron
Jets’ soap opera continues around Sanchez
Associated Press NEW YORK The fallout from coach Rex Ryan’s Jets failing to make the playoffs is
Israel blamed for scientist’s death
McClatchy Newspapers JERUSALEM An Iranian scientist working at a key nuclear facility in that
Kim Jong Il’s body to be displayed
Kim Jong Il’s body to be displayed SEOUL, South Korea North Korea says late leader Kim Jong Il’s
MLK DAY | Events planned
The activities planned in the Mahoning Valley for the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Kent State, Akron win in Mid-American Conf.
Associated Press KENT Justin Greene’s game high 23 points lead Kent State to its 11th win of the
Court: Church-state separation extends to religious schools
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON The Supreme Court gave churches and religious schools a new
RELAY FOR LEARNING
Taft Elementary School fourth-grader Aidan Niemczura raced to the front of the gymnasium as a teacher flashed “3 X 4” on a card.
Shell project to remain in Ohio
Though the Mahoning Valley is out of the running for a $2 billion economic investment, it appears that project is primed to stay in the Buckeye State.
YSU hires Hardaway to coach volleyball
YSU hires Hardaway to coach volleyball Youngstown Mark Hardaway has been hired as Youngstown
Memphis finally may name street after King
Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. In the more than four decades since the Rev. Martin Luther King
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS Film “Who Will Wipe My Tears Away,SDRq to be produced in late April in the
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Springfield board of education, regular and organization meeting, 6 p.m., open
‘Next to Normal’ tickets on sale
Staff report SALEM Tickets are on sale for the Spotlight Players’ production of “Next to
“30 rock” (8 p.m., nbc): “30 Rock” fans, rejoice. Tina Fey’s Emmy-
“30 rock” (8 p.m., nbc): “30 Rock” fans, rejoice. Tina Fey’s Emmy-winning sitcom finally is back in
Renovation of unit at TMH to be finished this summer
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com WARREN ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital is
Students animate Eicher video
Last week, JD Eicher & the Goodnights released a video for their song “Easy.” But making it was
Readers riled over garlic
Q. You wrote that people should not give their dogs garlic to control fleas because it could cause
ODNR identifies victim
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WEST FARMINGTON The Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Red Cross training
Red Cross training BOARDMAN The American Red Cross of the Mahoning Valley is offering Instructor
Painful lessons lost from BP Deepwater Horizon tragedy
Opinion: By Richard G. STEINER Los Angeles Times As the 2010 Deepwater Horizon tragedy fades from public
Baseball all-stars for a lifetime
Opinion: CHARLESTON, S.C. They are nearing 70 now, the 11 men who were 12-year-old boys in 1955 and who are
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630
American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton; 330-654-5630 Fri: Ice and Spice, 7 p.m.
mLK day | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed Monday for Dr.
Painting with a dire brush
Opinion: Painting with a dire brush A Jan. 4 letTer, “Fracking doesn’t sound so great,” paints an
Saving past, looking ahead
Opinion: Omaha World-Herald: The location of an important element of the new University of Nebraska-Lincoln
newsmakers
newsmakers Kutcher wants to stay on ‘Two and Half Men’ PASADENA, Calif. A clean-cut Ashton
NEw this week
NEw this week Beauty and the Beast (G) A 3-D version of the classic Disney animated fairy tale.
HEALTH DIGEST || Dispute resolution grant awarded
Grant awarded Youngstown The Kennedy Family Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation
Man did not know his shooter
By Robert Guttersohn news@vindy.com Girard Police said the man who was shot in the doorway of
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Jan. 12, the 12th day of 2012. There are 354 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Mamet play puts society under the microscope ‘Boston Marriage’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com There are a COupleSFLBof things an audience needs to know
Romney has Gore problem
Opinion: By William McKenzie McClatchy-Tribune NASHUA, N.H. From bucolic New Hampshire villages to two
Discipline pending
Discipline pending WARREN Nick Kerosky, executive director of Trumbull County Children Services,
Romney sounds like nominee after win in New Hampshire
Editorial: Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney may well end up being the Republican nominee for president,
St. Elizabeth Health Center achieves Magnet designation Nursing excellence
Patient Fred Mays of Youngstown is assisted by RN Joe Kukla. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Kid Detective to unveil new direction on EP
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Less than a year ago, local act Kid Detective — Kalin
Ohio bill would divert public funds to private schools
Opinion: Across the country, states are cutting budgets for public school funding and increasing funding for
Knight to perform at Vic fundraiser
Staff report Youngstown The Victorian Players will have its annual fundraiser, “Vaudeville at
Globes nominees ready for wrath of host Gervais
Associated Press LOS ANGELES When Golden Globes host Ricky Gervais took sharp swipes at Mel
Betras to again ask to be appointed to elections board
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Rejected three months ago for a seat on the
156 drilling permits granted in 2011
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources issued 156 permits in 2011 to drilling companies looking to capitalize on natural gas and oil in the Utica Shale.
Sunny Sweeney keeps it country at all costs
Sweeney brings her live show to Northeast Ohio for a Jan. 14 show at the Dusty Armadillo in Rootstown.
Paramount Theater exhibit is ready to open
The Paramount Project exhibition, which will reveal the history of the former Paramount Theater in downtown Youngstown, will open Friday and run through Feb. 3 at the McDonough Museum of Art.
Northern Whale hopes to improve on its performance this year
Northern Whale hopes to improve on its performance this year By JOHN BENSON
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Did a brine-injection well really cause the New Year's Eve quake?
State regulators still looking for quake cause
Trumbull Co. youths urged to attend job-finding open house Thursday
Trumbull Co. youths urged to attend job-finding open house Thursday
Man charged with growing marijuana in Canfield enters no plea at arraignment
Man charged with growing marijuana in Canfield enters no plea at arraignment
March 19 trial date set for Amish accused of hate crimes
March 19 trial date set for Amish accused of hate crimes
ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital updates orthopedic unit
ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital updates orthopedic unit
Accident-prone Idaho mine to close for a year
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Murder not a top cause of death, a first in 45 yrs
Murder not a top cause of death, a first in 45 yrs ATLANTA (AP) — For the first time in 45 years,
Steve Croley found not guilty of his probation for having dogs
Steve Croley found not guilty of violating his probation for having dogs
Ohio parents admit denying ailing son medical care
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Grandmother hopes SC boy found alive
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Crowd at NYC’s ex-Occupy camp dwindles
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Judge halts killer’s Ohio execution
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Oil price falls near $101 as supplies rise
Oil price falls near $101 as supplies rise NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices dropped Wednesday, as weak
300 crowd A&W auction in Boardman
300 crowd A&W auction in Boardman BOARDMAN Close to 300 crowded into the Boardman A&W restaurant
NKorea keeps door open for food-nuke deal with US
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Joran van der Sloot pleads guilty to Peru murder
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MetroParks meeting tonight at Fellows Riverside Gardens
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Dive teams search river for missing Maine toddler
Dive teams search river for missing Maine toddler WATERVILLE, Maine (AP) — Dive teams from the
Wash. soldier lockdown ends; theft probe continues
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PGA Kokrak Start | First PGA tourney; victim of 54-hole cut
Go now to Vindy.com's coverage of Jason Kokrak
Bomb kills Iranian nuclear expert
Bomb kills Iranian nuclear expert TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Two assailants on a motorcycle attached a
New Valley Young Professions board announced
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ODNR issued 156 drilling permits statewide in 2011
ODNR issued 156 drilling permits statewide in 2011 COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Natural
Mrs Obama: Tired of ‘angry black woman’ stereotype
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Exal Corp. scraps Youngstown expansion plan
Exal Corp. scraps Youngstown expansion plan YOUNGSTOWN An Exal Corp. expansion project in
Youngstown lawyers Pritchard, Kish suspended from law practice
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Rivals hope to block Romney trifecta in SC
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ODNR grants drilling permit in Green Township
ODNR grants drilling permit in Green Township YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Natural
Rescue Mission schedules open house
Rescue Mission schedules open house YOUNGSTOWN The community is invited to tour the Rescue
Public meeting today on injection well, earthquakes
Public meeting today on injection well, earthquakes State Rep. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown,
Handcuffed man steals police car, radios about key
Handcuffed man steals police car, radios about key KOUTS, Ind. (AP) — Police in northwest Indiana
1 dead in fishing boat accident off NJ coast
1 dead in fishing boat accident off NJ coast BARNEGAT LIGHT, N.J. (AP) — One person died and a
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Pricetown United Methodist Church, 4640 Pritchard-Ohltown Road, Newton Falls, will serve
Citywide baby shower planned for MLK Day
Citywide baby shower planned for MLK Day YOUNGSTOWN Associated Neighborhood Centers is hosting
Erie’s GE plant books 43 S. African locomotives
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Retired Pa. shop teacher jailed in child-sex case
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Newspapers fighting closure of Jordan Brown juvenile trial
Attorneys for three western Pennsylvania newspapers have argued to the Pennsylvania Superior Court that the media and general public have a constitutional right to attend a juvenile court murder trial for a boy who was just 11 when he was charged with shooting his father’s pregnant fiancée.
Robbed in North Side parking lot
Police are trying to determine who robbed a 21-year-old city man at gunpoint while he was standing in a North Side parking lot.

Bullet from burning house strikes assistant fire chief
Firefighting is known as a dangerous line of work. From roof and floor collapses to wrenched shoulders and backs, the possibilities of injury are endless.

BCS commissioners open to 4-team playoff
College football leaders, including Big Ten commissioner and staunch playoff opponent Jim Delany, are open to considering the idea of turning the Bowl Championship Series into a four-team playoff.
Trumbull CSB employee sent email threat
The Trumbull County Children Services agency admitted Tuesday that one of its employees was responsible for the threatening message sent to Atty. David Engler’s Internet website Friday.
Battling birds | Falcons hang on
The Austintown Fitch boys basketball team’s experience with close games in the first 40 percent of the season paid a dividend on Tuesday in the Cardinal Mooney gymnasium.
Change pays off as Loweville downs Reserve
Lowellville High boys basketball coach Mike Mangine knows a little bit about intensity — or lack thereof — in a team.
Austintown child-sex convict gets 9.5-year prison sentence
A 46-year-old Austintown man is going to prison for 91⁄2 years, after pleading guilty to 13 counts of gross sexual imposition against six girls ranging from age 6 to 11, between May 2009 to July 2011.
Courtroom interpreters remain neutral
The work of John P. Shaklee, a state-certified courtroom interpreter, is characterized by neutrality, unobtrusiveness, speed and precision.
Stokes’ key basket helps Leetonia win
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com North Jackson Cody Stokes’ basket late in the game helped
Mathews holds off Grand Valley
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com VIENNA In a game that was a fierce battle until the final
Niles schools edge toward fiscal emergency
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES The Ohio Department of Education may place the Niles
335 marijuana plants seized at Canfield home
When township detectives executed a search warrant on a Canfield home, they were looking for a weapon used in a Boardman crime.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
TUESDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Alliance 71, Salem 60 Austintown Fitch 47
Marsico quits race after snub by Democrats
Mahoning County Engineer Richard A. Marsico said he was “surprised and disappointed” at the Democratic central committee’s vote to endorse his opponent, Patrick Ginnetti, in the March 6 primary.
Clemency is denied; Charles Lorraine to die Jan. 18
Gov. John Kasich has denied clemency for Charles Lorraine, the Trumbull County man sentenced to death for the brutal knifing murder of an elderly couple more than 25 years ago.

200 rally in Columbus against hydraulic fracturing
Protesters traveled to Columbus Tuesday hoping to persuade lawmakers and Gov. John Kasich to stop all horizontal hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, in Ohio until studies are completed to ensure the oil and gas-production method is safe. A public meeting with ODNR officials is set for 5 p.m. today at the Covelli Centre.
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The following video games are among those released this week, according to GameStop.com and
The following video games are among those released this week, according to GameStop.com and
Romney sweeps NH to cement GOP lead; Paul comes in 2nd
Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. Mitt Romney cruised to a solid victory in the New Hampshire
oddly enough
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High court debates policing TV broadcasts for nudity, cursing
Associated Press WASHINGTON In colorful give and take, the Supreme Court debated whether
METRO DIGEST || Newspapers argue to attend Jordan Brown juvenile trial
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Campbell group going strong
Staff report campbell The Campbell Pride Project still is going strong, with a meeting planned
US overspending the peace dividend
Opinion: By Max Boot Los Angeles Times In unveiling a new strategic review Thursday, President Obama
Warren hearing to address new water regulation
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A regulation being imposed on the water discharged from
US fires drone in Pakistan
US fires drone in Pakistan WASHINGTON The U.S. on Tuesday fired off its first drone strike into
Shale Tavern opens in Lisbon
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Jazz (pick and) roll past Cavs
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer SALT LAKE CITY Byron Scott told his players and anyone else
Sens ease past slumping Pens
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Ottawa Senators are on such a roll that even one of their most
Girard City Council calls for moratorium
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard City Council is calling for a statewide
Steelers entering uncertain offseason
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Steelers spent most of 2011 trying to prove they
Change of meeting place passed by Poland board
Staff report POLAND It’s a new year, and the Poland Board of Education has decided it will meet
Forum on drilling attracts 130
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Many Mahoning Valley residents’ nerves have been
Paul’s 43 guide Illini past OSU
By DOUG LESMERISES Cleveland Plain Dealer CHAMPAIGN, Ill. The showdowns were everywhere. The
Obama praises ‘vital’ work of EPA employees
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama defended the work of the Environmental
A failed promise
Opinion: By Baher Azmy McClatchy-Tribune During his presidential campaign and the earliest days of his
Syria’s Assad vows to ‘strike with iron fist’ against foes
Los Angeles Times BEIRUT In a defiant national address, President Bashar Assad on Tuesday
Northern Ohio auto dealers’ 2011 sales up 18.5% over 2010
Staff/wire report Cleveland The northern Ohio retail automotive industry sold a total 201,697
Counties in Pa. lack power to regulate drilling drilling in state
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County has no power to regulate
Expediting justice is like putting money in the bank
Editorial: It is not exactly Dick Tracy talk- ing into his two-way wrist-radio, but it’s an important
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gabriel T. Morgan Sr., 53, of 3895 Cumberland Drive,
birthdays
birthdays Actor Rod Taylor is 82. Actor Felix Silla (Cousin Itt on “The Addams Family,” “Buck
Nominations accepted for Diversity Leadership awards
Staff report youngstown The deadline is Feb. 1 to make nominations for awards that will be
Chelsea is here
By Rick Bentley McClatchy Newspapers The meteoric rise of Chelsea Handler continues as the life
Need a job? Call government
Opinion: By Dimitri B. PAPADIMITRIOU Los Angeles Times Is high unemployment as certain as death and
What super PACs promote
Opinion: What super PACs promote San Jose Mercury News: The worst development by far in the 2012
All Hot & Frothy
McClatchy Newspapers Hot pumpkin toddy. Hot buttered rum. Spiced latte. Mulled wine. Are
Are we ‘feeling good’ yet?
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newsmakers
newsmakers Shelton, Reba will co-host ACM Awards NASHVILLE, Tenn. Get ready for another dose
Is post office worth the money?
Opinion: The news that Eastman Kodak is preparing to file for bankruptcy, after being the leading
mlk day | Events planned
The activities planned in the Mahoning Valley for the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Costs for interpreters have been ‘minimal’
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Common-pleas court administrators in
Chamber plans leadership academy
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Openings are available for the Youngstown/ Warren Regional Chamber’s
International Consumer Electronics Show Have a chat with your TV
By PETER SVENSSON Associated Press LAS VEGAS Talking to the TV is usually a sign of extreme
“are you there, chelsea?” (8:30 P.M., NBC): OK, this is somewhat confusing: Comedian
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Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday West Branch school board, organizational meeting with work session at 5 p.m. at
Selected local stocks
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A&W auction set for today
It’s been a long ride for the A&W restaurant on the corner of U.S. Route 224 and West Boulevard.
Diversity breakfast planned
Staff report Youngstown Gwendolyn E. Boyd, a prominent advocate for women’s equality and for the
Births
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MYCAP appeals to the USDA
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POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
METRO DIGEST || Man shot in Grand River Wilderness
xxxx West Farmington Details are expected to be released today on the death of a man who was
Public weighs in on future of parks
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Ford unveils new Lincoln
Lincoln once was the pinnacle of luxury. Continental limousines carried presidents from Franklin Roosevelt to Ronald Reagan. Town Cars ferried executives through Manhattan. Athletes and rappers cruised around in Navigator SUVs.
Stocks close higher on hopes for Europe
U.S. stocks rose solidly Tuesday after European markets rallied and corporate bellwether Alcoa predicted stronger demand in 2012. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index closed at its highest level since July.
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Turnpike ramp closed tonight
The ramp from Interstate 80 onto the Ohio Turnpike was closed for a short time Tuesday night.
A&W auction starts at 8 Wednesday morning
It’s been a long ride for the A&W restaurant on the corner of U.S. Route 224 and West Boulevard.
More than 50 suspected arsons in California town
More than 50 suspected arsons in California town NOVATO, Calif. (AP) — Authorities suspect more
Soldier killed at Colo. Army post identified
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Ohio Turnpike: 2011 safest full year in toll-road history
Ohio Turnpike: 2011 safest full year in toll-road history
Penn State’s Erickson to step down in 2014
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Openings available for 2012 Mahoning Valley Local Govt. Leadership Academy
Openings available for 2012 Mahoning Valley Local Govt. Leadership Academy
W. Pa. employee pleads guilty to $10 million fraud
W. Pa. employee pleads guilty to $10 million fraud
Fresenius Medical Care of North America has open house Sunday in Austintown
Fresenius Medical Care of North America has open house Sunday in Austintown
Appeals court says Texas can enforce abortion law
Appeals court says Texas can enforce abortion law AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Rick Perry is
Torture claim added against wife in killing case
Torture claim added against wife in killing case REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) — A woman accused of
Stolen New Mexico meteorite worth $20K-$40K found
Stolen New Mexico meteorite worth $20K-$40K found ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A meteorite that landed
OSHP seizes 16 pounds of marijuana in Lucas County
OSHP seizes 16 pounds of marijuana in Lucas County
Teen pleads guilty to killing 9-year-old girl
Teen pleads guilty to killing 9-year-old girl JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri teenager who
Mont. searchers hope to find teacher before storm
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Rivals looking to chip away at Romney in NH
Rivals looking to chip away at Romney in NH MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — With Mitt Romney the
Report: School employee faked daughter’s death
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Cops seeking missing SC boy find bloody clothes
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Indiana House panel advances right-to-work bill
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Trial set to begin for Ariz. bombing suspects
Trial set to begin for Ariz. bombing suspects PHOENIX (AP) — The trial begins today in Phoenix for
Man apologizes for crash that killed young mom
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Truck ‘retired’ after ladder fails fireman
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Funeral, viewing set for killed NW Pa. airman
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Historical society plans first meeting of 2012
KINSMAN Kinsman Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the parlor of the Kinsman
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Alumni Association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Belleria Pizza,

Speaker: Process will cause ‘crisis’
An Ithaca College professor doesn’t want to see a halt to horizontal fracturing. She wants to see it banned.
Unexpected obstacle derails mom
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com lowellville Jodi Coppola was like most other working
Valley officials want answers about seismic events
Mahoning County Commissioner Anthony Traficanti was sitting in his office in North Lima on New Year’s Eve when the earth shook.
Boardman trustees consider charging for Internet caf s
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Township trustees introduced charging fees for
Boosters ‘short-circuited’ idea of making band at Lakeview extracurricular
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com CORTLAND A request that the administration of Lakeview School
E-justice to arrive in Mahoning Co.
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN This will be the year that Mahoning
Liberty: Trustees support lobbying
The trustees voted 2 to 1 to table the resolution requesting its attorney look into the legality of controlling all types of gas drilling and injection wells.
Delay in paperwork caused closing of academy
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown A delay in paperwork from local school districts
Airport survey finds most favor a change of name
Staff report VIENNA Northeast Ohio Regional Airport is the name preferred by the largest
Negotiator: Standoff outcome ‘successful’
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A police hostage negotiator who spent six hours at a
Trustees hope to replace fiscal officer position soon
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown The trustees hope to temporarily fill the vacant
Tomlin defends play call in overtime
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Mike Tomlin wouldn’t change a thing. Probably. The Pittsburgh
Rockets boom over WR
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com BERLIN CENTER With just under three minutes remaining in
Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah co-star in the new movie “Joyful Noise,” which opens
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Consumer borrowing surges by $20.4B
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Convicted priest loses appeal
Associated Press TOLEDO A Roman Catholic priest convicted of killing a nun in a hospital chapel
Tebow’s play, faith make for lively debate
Associated Press DENVER He kneels in prayer at times when many players would be pounding their
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Ward named player of the week
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Stricker finishes off win by three
Associated Press KAPALUA, Hawaii Steve Stricker has a bad habit of losing big leads. He managed
Barry Larkin voted into baseball HOF
Associated Press NEW YORK Barry Larkin had no idea back in 1982 that he would become a baseball
Many communities block medical pot
Associated Press More and more states are saying yes to medical marijuana. But local governments
Ark. grandma stabbed grandchild, killed self
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Sterilization victims: How much $?
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NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Black Sabbath guitarist diagnosed with cancer LOS ANGELES Black Sabbath guitarist
Geologists can be trusted to provide a professional analysis
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Niners’ growth evident all year
Associated Press SANTA CLARA, Calif. The offense was stagnant, Alex Smith was ineffective and
Lt. Gov. Taylor addresses drilling issues
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com BOARDMAN Despite the potential economic boom from shale
Chef plans eatery at Pgh. airport
Associated Press CLEVELAND Cleveland-born celebrity chef Michael Symon is taking his food to the
Rally planned against sex trafficking
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Early-morning fire destroys Sugar Excavating complex
Staff report NEW SPRINGFIELD A fire of undetermined cause early Monday destroyed the Dave Sugar
Ursuline’s fast start leads to easy victory
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN In a game that was one-sided from the start, the
‘Super PACs’: big money for GOP
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Bengals looking ahead to 2012
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Zidian Co. gets OK for $600,000 loan
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About the event
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Help the state; plant a tree
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Blue Jackets fire coach, start over
Associated Press COLUMBUS Many of their disgruntled fans want to blow up the Columbus Blue
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Daley out as White House chief of staff
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Girard wrestlers tie for title
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Luklan stays busy as Big Ten football official
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Iranian court sentences American to death
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Romney draws flak on eve of NH primary
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Man jailed, charged in rape of teen, 13
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GM likely to recapture global lead in auto sales
Associated Press DETROIT General Motors Co. is on track to retake the title of world’s top-
Santorum lays it on the line
Opinion: DUBLIN, N.H. You’ve got to give this much to Rick Santorum: The man doesn’t hold back. He
Meeting planned
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End band hazing
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Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Mahoning County Law Library Resources Board, regular meeting, noon, Mahoning
Tax reform can’t be done in vacuum
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“They do not work for the state. They do not work for the defense. Their role is to accurately
“They do not work for the state. They do not work for the defense. Their role is to accurately
GOOD MORNING
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U.S. MARSHALS
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New daytime personal-makeover show debuts next week ‘The Revolution’
NEW DAYTIME SHOW What: “The Revolution” Where: ABC When: Debuts Monday, 2 p.m. By DAVID
Iran’s leader on a ‘tour of tyrants’
Opinion: Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad will be visiting Latin America this week for the fifth time
Internet caf s are not alone in ‘running under the radar’
Editorial: When Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine visited a Dayton area Internet caf to highlight the absence
Eric Church coming to Covelli
Country music star Eric Church will bring his “Blood, Sweat and Beers” tour to Covelli Centre May 12 for a 7:30 p.m. concert with opening acts Brantley Gilbert and Blackberry Smoke.
Trumbull New Theatre Early Neil Simon play packs laughs
Most theater patrons are familiar with Neil Simon, one of the most famous and successful American playwrights. But few have seen his very first play, “Come Blow Your Horn,” which is the current production at Trumbull New Theatre.
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Bama ups lead to 15-0 in BCS national championship game
Bama now leads 15-0 in BCS national championship game
Boardman trustees consider fees for Internet cafes
Boardman trustees consider fees for Internet cafes
Bama adds 3 more, leads 9-0 at halftime of BCS championship game
Bama adds 3 more, leads 9-0 at halftime of BCS championship game
MVOC has rally Tuesday in Warren to fight sex trafficking
MVOC has rally Tuesday in Warren to fight sex trafficking
Taylor: Priority is protecting the environment, people
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Ind. Dems ending boycott, won’t promise labor vote
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Lawsuit seeks release of Guantanamo detainee video
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Opening statements begin in Iraq war crime trial
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Police probe possible link between Arizona deaths
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25-year-old man arrested by feds in Fla. bomb plot
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Mont. teacher disappears while running; shoe found
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Nature retreat scheduled at Villa Maria
Nature retreat scheduled at Villa Maria villa maria, pa. A nature retreat, “Winter Wisdom,” is
Iraq’s plight imperils US goals
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Merkel, Sarkozy stress growth a priority in crisis
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Boardman crews respond to gas leak
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Does fracking pose a public health hazard?
Experts are torn as to whether horizontal fracking poses significant public health hazards.
Iran nuke work at bunker is confirmed
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Nominations coming due for Diversity Leadership awards
Nominations coming due for Diversity Leadership awards youngstown The deadline is Feb. 1 to make
YSU wins Healthy Ohioans work site award
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Iran sentences American man to death in CIA case
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Carbon monoxide leak in NY sends 42 to hospital
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Doctor says fracking effect on health needs more study
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First Night Canfield shakes up New Year’s
CANFIELD Those ringing in the new year at First Night Canfield helped make it a huge success, its

Noreen Fossesco | Ed Schmidt
GATLINBURG, TENN. Noreen Fossesco and Ed Schmidt, both of Avon, Ohio, exchanged wedding vows July

Sara Canale, Alan Henson plan Feb. rite
AUSTINTOWN Salvadore and Carolyn Canale of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
DC Fracking Today | Oil industry exec rips conference as 'witch hunt'
Vindy reporter Karl Henkel is in Washington, D.C. all day today for a special daylong conference on the environmental impact of fracking.

On track for kids’ health
As the old saying goes, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” but for many young children it could also mean the beginning of a healthier lifestyle.

Steelers stunned in OT
Ben Roethlisberger was rarin’ to go after rallying the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth quarter.
Firefighters add medical care
This week, the Warren Fire Department should have the ability to provide an additional service to Warren residents: a limited amount of emergency medical care.
$5.7M makeover nears end at Hubbard Manor complex
Barbara Clelind has called Hubbard City home all her life and Hubbard Manor home for the past three years.
Austintown fiscal officer resigns, cites ‘personal challenges’
Michael Kurish tendered his resignation letter to the township Thursday, citing personal reasons for leaving his post as fiscal officer after 16 years.
Romney conquers as 5 rivals divide vote
Mitt Romney is cruising in the Republican presidential contest, blessed by five rivals who continue to attack one another and divide the anti-Romney vote rather than produce a single strong alternative.
Annual geography bee puts students to the test
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com struthers You know where New Mexico is, and you know
Concert closes holiday season
Sun streamed through the stained-glass windows of St. Charles Church sanctuary as music filled the room.
No contest: Giants rout Falcons for shot at Green Bay
All the missing pieces — defense and a running game — are aligning at the right time for Eli Manning and the New York Giants. And just in time to play the Packers.
Cavs routed on the road
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer PORTLAND, Ore. Kyrie Irving had about 70 friends and family
’Bama gets a second chance
Les Miles squeezed out a smile, clenched his left hand nervously and extended his right hand toward Nick Saban. The coaches got in an awkward grasp, forced a bit of small talk, and then posed for the cameras behind the crystal trophy that only one of them can hoist toward the Superdome roof come Monday night.
Canfield boys, Boardman girls win NEAC crowns
Staff report WOOSTER The Canfield boys team and Boardman girls won the Northeast Aquatic
Harding falls to St. Edward
Staff report BEREA Lakewood St. Edward rallied in the third quarter to take the lead and went on
Show at Covelli Centre features one-stop shopping for brides
Joy Bosiljcic models “The Equador” from the Ian Stuart Killer Queen couture collection during the opening Sunday afternoon of Evaline’s Bridal Show at the Covelli Centre.
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
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chara politte | The vindicator
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Sending a message to Warren massage parlors that go too far
Editorial: A website that keeps track of such things as massage parlors that traffic in sex says Ohio has 23
Not all January films are bad
By Rafer Guzman Newsday Good news, movie goers: It’s January! I realize that January is
Giffords leads crowd in pledge
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ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Man who escaped Calif. prison in firetruck is caught SAN DIEGO Authorities say a
Liberals create a behemoth
Opinion: WASHINGTON Liberals have a rendezvous with regret. Their largest achievement is today’s
Years Ago
Today is Monday, Jan. 9, the ninth day of 2012. There are 357 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Suit claims drug, breast-cancer link
Associated Press BOSTON Arline MacCormack first heard about DES from her mother when she was 17.
US abandons Iraqi ‘helpers’
Opinion: Last week, I spoke on the PBS “NewsHour” about Iraqis who worked for our civilians and military
Saints prepare for long trip to San Francisco
Associated Press METAIRIE, La. The New Orleans Saints are still undefeated at home and have lost
GOP rivals target Romney before NH
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Models gain voice via social media
By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL AP Fashion Writer NEW YORK Social media is giving a voice to models who,
Report: Iran begins to enrich uranium at underground lab
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran has begun uranium enrichment at a new underground site built
Lions Gate deal near
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Penn State players excited about new coach O’Brien
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. A smiling Matt McGloin’s eyes lit up when asked about new
Atty. Puhall will lead Catholic Charities
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Program to bring Civil War spy to life
Staff report WARREN The Sutliff Museum Civil War 150 Committee will present a program on famous
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS ‘Devil Inside’ lifts spirits with $34.5M LOS ANGELES The fright flick “The Devil
Penn State falls to Indiana; Michigan downs Wisconsin
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Jordan Hulls hit seven of No. 12 Indiana’s season-high 16
Dodge Dart to join compact-car race
Associated Press DETROIT If the new Dodge Dart sells anything like the original, Chrysler will
Stricker has lead at Kapalua
Associated Press KAPALUA, Hawaii Steve Stricker never looked comfortable at Kapalua until he
Police: Colo. bomb was in paper bag
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Right-to-work is right for America
Opinion: By James Sherk Heritage Foundation Who could fault a worker who did not pay dues to the
3 trends emerge at auto show
Associated Press DETROIT Beyond the usual hype at the Detroit auto show, automakers have plenty
Moving evicted tenants is lucrative
Associated Press NEW YORK Property owners across the U.S. bear a burden from the recession:
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Ashley and Timothy Hatcher, Warren, boy, Jan. 6. Casey and
3 women arrested in beating
Staff report Youngstown Three women accused in a New Year’s Eve beating of a Kendis Circle woman
Texans ready for trip to Baltimore
Associated Press HOUSTON The Houston Texans see J.J. Watt make disruptive plays in practice all
A leaner fighting machine
Opinion: A leaner fighting machine Los Angeles Times: Budgetary necessity may have been the mother of
chara politte | the vindicator
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Milos Raonic wins Chennai title
Associated Press CHENNAI, India Milos Raonic beat top-seeded Janko Tipsarevic 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4),
Injection-well forum
Injection-well forum north lima An informational meeting on an injection well on state Route 7,
Back into spotlight
By Susan King Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Along with Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn,
Things said that don’t ring true
Opinion: Things said that don’t ring true At the Dec. 28 public meet ing on the planned closing of the
Wealth rises to top
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords As an old country saying puts it, “Money is like manure — it does no
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz answers Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA 10 9 7 6 5 2 u6 vVoid wA J 10
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Stambaugh Charter Academy Board of Directors, 5 p.m., 2420 Donald Ave.,
chara politte | the vindicator
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Sunday, January 8 (105 stories)
3 Youngstown women charged with aggravated riot
3 Youngstown women charged with aggravated riot Staff report Youngstown Three women accused in
Steelers lose to Broncos, Tebow in overtime
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Concert at St. Charles Church in Boardman celebrates Christmas in January
Concert at St. Charles Church in Boardman celebrates Christmas in January By DENISE DICK
Covelli Centre transformed into massive bridal boutique
Covelli Centre transformed into massive bridal boutique By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK YOUNGSTOWN
Citywide baby shower planned in Youngstown on Jan. 16
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Informational meeting on Beaver Twp. injection well planned Jan. 17
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Ohio Supreme Court justice McGee Brown to seek re-election
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Warren firefighters begin providing emergency medical care
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Giffords, Tucson mark one-year anniversary of shooting rampage
Giffords, Tucson mark one-year anniversary of shooting rampage Associated Press TUCSON, Ariz.
Humane society takes control of horse left at Walmart two weeks ago by Amish teen
Humane society takes control of horse left at Walmart two weeks ago by Amish teen Associated Press
Austintown Township fiscal officer resigns, citing personal reasons
Austintown Township fiscal officer resigns, citing personal reasons By Elise Franco
GOP presidential candidates debate over labor unions
GOP presidential candidates debate over labor unions Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. At a
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY LB Circle, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park.
SOCIETY DIGEST || Frostbite race event to take place Thurs.
Frostbite race event to take place Thurs. SHARON, PA. Quaker Steak & Lube and nine other
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR CITIZENS
Austintown AARP Chapter 4339 will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Lutheran Church, 1612 Raccoon
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at

Miss Croysdale, Mr. Castronova to wed in July
AUSTINTOWN Kenneth and Patricia Croysdale of Austintown are announcing the engagement and coming

Marlena Pisano, Michael Gibson to wed in June
Nicholas Pisano of Canfield and Terry Pisano of Lisbon are announcing the engagement and coming

Sunny Detwiler | T.C. Osman
NEGRIL, JAMAICA Sunny Detwiler of Boardman became the bride of T.C. Osman of Austintown during an

Laura Callow | Jacob Eilerman
TOLEDO The July 16, 2011, marriage ceremony of Laura Callow of Girard and Jacob Eilerman of

Megan Pingley | Shawn Gonzalez
BOARDMAN Megan Leann Pingley became the bride of Shawn Michael Gonzalez of Struthers during an

Family honors Huleas on 60th anniversary
POLAND Johnny’s Restaurant in Boardman was the setting for a family dinner Oct. 28 for Nick and

HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Rose Windt
Date of Birth: Jan. 4, 1912. Place of Birth: Matera, Italy; raised in the Brier Hill area of

HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Mary Boyer Smith
Name: Known as Mary B. Residence: Park Vista City: Youngstown Date of Birth: Nov. 24, 1911
Help plan Mill Creek MetroPark's next 10 years
Mill Creek Metropolitan Park District will hold two public meetings as it begins developing a 10-year strategic master plan.
YSU men start hot, douse Flames
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ashen Ward had just been fouled on a 3-point attempt
Warren neighbors wanted man who staged standoff expelled
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN A 46-year-old man “despondent over a family matter” put
Youngstown Safety Summit espouses collaboration
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Collaboration was the word heard over and
YSU women beat Valpo for 8th victory
Staff report VALPARAISO, IND. Kenya Middlebrooks scored 13 of her team-high 18 points in the
Mooney’s fast start leads to win
Taylor Woytek scores 17 for Cardinals in victory over East High girls By JIM FLICK
SEAL dies after accidental shooting, Navy says
Staff report BOARDMAN Gene “Geno” Clayton, 22, a Boardman High School graduate who accidentally
Bison’s title gives YSU and Wolford extra motivation
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With less than three minutes left in Saturday’s FCS
Polar Plunge benefit planned at Mosquito Lake
Staff report CORTLAND Special Olympics Ohio’s 2012 Mosquito Lake Polar Plunge, the first of
Skating Club of Greater Youngstown prepares to compete
By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com youngstown A skating club makes hitting the ice a
Gacek scores only goal for Phantoms
Staff report INDIANAPOLIS, IND. For two periods the Youngstown Phantoms dominated the game, but
Mahoning Dems firmly endorse Macejko
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City Prosecutor Jay Macejko won a decisive
Springfield edges Girard in overtime
By Lowell Spencer sports@vindy.com New Middletown The Springfield Tigers had to literally
Whispering Pines Scouts brave elements at Klondike Derby
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD If you were at Camp Stambaugh on Saturday and felt
Braceville Township plans public meeting on wetlands
Staff report WARREN The potential impact on wetlands associated with a proposed petroleum

Injection wells not new to Valley, so why are we all shook up
With the city skyline in the distance, a brine injection well owned by D&L Energy Inc. is seen in Youngstown. The company has halted operations at the well, which disposes of brine used in gas and oil drilling, after a series of small earthquakes hit the area in 2011.
Trial selection is on trial
Opinion: The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees, to every person accused of a crime, the
record reviews
FRANK ZAPPA & THE MOTHERS OF INVENTION Album: “Carnegie Hall” (Vaulternative) Grade: B In the
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. Could you please tell me something about journalist, author and television
Kasich seeks input from locals
Editorial: If there were any doubt about what’s in store for local governments with regard to funding from
Romney campaign fears voter complacency in NH
Associated Press DERRY, N.H. Mitt Romney’s biggest fear heading into Tuesday’s New Hampshire
Public and private meetings to address geology, regulatory issues related to well
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Pop culture Q&A
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Fast-casual eateries draw fast-food crowds
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Fast-food eateries are in the throes of drive-through Darwinism as
Collector’s rule: Buy the best you can afford
Some furniture styles are so popular that they are copied by cabinetmakers for hundreds of years.
O’Brien takes over at Penn State
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Sporting a Nittany Lions pin on the lapel of his dark gray
Energy: Our No. 1 challenge
Opinion: The recent interest in Utica Shale has me recalling a meeting I attended in 2003, during which Nobel
Allergy to meat could be deadly
Q. My 16-year-old daughter was diagnosed with alpha-gal allergy several months ago after numerous
Predictions for the new year
Opinion: After toying with the idea of being Democratic Gov. Ted Strickland’s lieutenant governor running
In elections, jobless trend matters more than the rate
By PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON Unemployment is higher than it’s been going
Deal sites offer health care
Associated Press NEW YORK The last time Mark Stella went to the dentist, he didn’t need an
Starting Monday at 7 a.m., CBS premieres “CBS This Morning,” which seems like the
Starting Monday at 7 a.m., CBS premieres “CBS This Morning,” which seems like the network’s
Expensive cable TV? Consider options
Q. What do you recommend for pay TV? We have Comcast, but it’s getting expensive so we are thinking
PLANTS AND PASSION
Chicago Tribune Talking garden design with John Cullen is more than discussing which plants will
‘Don’t blame us’
American Airlines workers’ views on bankruptcy: McClatchy Newspapers FORT WORTH, Texas When
Through her writing, author has helped herself while .. HELPING OTHERS HEAL
By Stephanie Ottey Special to The Vindicator CANFIELD Marilyn Burns believes that everything
‘NEOtropolis’ starts year with new focus
Staff report KENT “NEOtropolis” will return for its third season on Western Reserve PBS this
Cordray is the right person for consumer protection job
Editorial: Two wrongs don’t make a right. But when one side in a philosophical argument decides to throw the
newsmakers
newsmakers Celebrity chef goes to airport for new venture CLEVELAND Cleveland-born celebrity
Local author probes parish schools’ decline
Local author probes parish schools’ decline YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown-based scholar and journalist
SmartSeat protects dining chairs
SmartSeat protects dining chairs SmartSeat Chair Protectors take one source of stress out of
Parents guilty of micromanagement
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our 17-year-old daughter is an honor student who has been accepted to
Weighing pros, cons of CFL, LED, halogen light bulbs
Consumer Reports’ latest light bulb tests uncovered not only which bulbs were the best performers,
Ohio St. women handed first defeat of season by Michigan
Associated Press ANN ARBOR, Mich. During its 15-game winning streak to start the season, few
Get ready to return to ‘Downton Abbey’
By Luaine Lee McClatchy Newspapers BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. When “Downton Abbey” returns to PBS’
Thousands at funeral of Syrian blast victims
Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria Thousands of regime backers massed at a mosque in the Syrian
4 Ind. guardsmen die in Afghanistan
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Four soldiers with an Indiana-based National Guard unit were
Years Ago
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Be wary of scraps and bones
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Bowlers not shaking in their shoes, yet
You’d think that wobbly pins would have been reported during the string of earthquakes that hit the
WAR OF WAX
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELEs Dissing Angelina Jolie normally isn’t the best way to get ahead in
North Dakota State beats Sam Houston for FCS title
Associated Press FRISCO, Texas North Dakota State quarterback Brock Jensen made the most of the
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Salt and pepper shakers, Anchor Hocking, frosted glass with painted apple-and-leaf design by Gay Fad
Baby, 14 mos., is struck and killed by car
Staff report SALEM A 14-month-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene after a car struck him on
’Bama PK not dwelling on misses
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Cade Foster doesn’t sound like a guy discussing his own version of
Workshops on winter grazing set
Staff report Carrollton Winter Grazing Workshops have been planned for the fourth Thursdays of
EPA cancels water delivery to residents
EPA cancels water delivery to residents ALLENTOWN, Pa. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., township government center, 8299 Market St.
Child-care tracking system changes
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio has started using an automated system to track attendance and
’02 education law’s promise falls short
Associated Press WASHINGTON The No Child Left Behind education law was cast as a symbol of
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Veteran Service Commission, 345 Oakhill
Buckeyes pound Iowa as Sullinger scores 28
Associated Press IOWA CITY, Iowa Jared Sullinger was walking back to the Ohio State locker room
Belmont-Pease: 13,727
Belmont-Pease: 13,727 Belmont-Warren: 10,491 Mahoning-Coitsville, Beaver, Campbell, Youngstown;
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Shawn and Amanda Frederick, Canfield, girl, Jan. 4. Milton
Bengals done in by many mistakes
Associated Press HOUSTON Andy Dalton rolled his eyes and shook his head. The Cincinnati
Brian Terlesky finishes year ranked No. 1
Staff report BOARDMAN Glenwood Middle School student Brian Terlesky finished 2011 as the No.
birthdays
birthdays Actor-comedian Larry Storch (“F Troop”) is 89. Actor Ron Moody is 88. Singer Shirley
MILESTONES
MILESTONES doctorate Erika M. Thomas of Warren graduated with her doctorate in Communication
Steelers begin playoff run in Denver
Associated Press DENVER Champ Bailey had the interception in his grasp and the end zone in his
With new coach watching, Pittsburgh falls to SMU in Compass Bowl
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Despite a bowl loss, Pittsburgh’s effort in difficult
National Clergy Caucus elects officers
Staff report Youngstown The Rev. Rosalyne Mitchell-Martin, pastor of Price Memorial African
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Salem Community Hospital v. Adam McDevitt, money.
METRO DIGEST || Youth Task Force being formed
Youth summit youngstown A Mahoning Valley Youth Task Force is being organized by ACTION in
Penguins’ losing streak reaches 4
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The New Jersey Devils are not worried when they have to play short-
Saints advance, blast Detroit
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Drew Brees led a record-setting offense by throwing for 466 yards
BUSINESS DIGEST || Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Business Incubator, 241 West Federal St., is offering
Youngstown records first slaying of 2012
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are hoping “a couple of witnesses” who were in the area of the
Saturday, January 7 (82 stories)
First Youngstown 2012 homicide occurs near today's Safety Summit
Police are hoping “a couple of witnesses” who were in the area of the city’s first homicide of 2012 will be able to help police solve it.
Neighbors previously tried to 'evict' Warren man involved in today's standoff
A 46-year-old man “despondent over a family matter” put a shotgun in his mouth and threatened to pull the trigger as Warren police stood by late Friday.
Fire-grilled pizza and tomahawk throws among contests at annual Scouting event
If you were at Camp Stambaugh Saturday and felt like ordering a pizza, you would probably have been out of luck if you wanted Domino’s Pizza to deliver it.
Unity toddler killed by car
A 14-month-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene after a car struck him on state Route 14 in Unity Township at 8:58 p.m. Friday.
Community trouble-makers are cowards, federal prosecutor tells Youngstown residents
Collaboration was the word heard over and over again at a safety summit held on the city’s South Side.
Macejko, Greene, Ditzler win county endorsements today
City Prosecutor Jay Macejko won a decisive endorsement for Mahoning County prosecutor Saturday over incumbent and longtime officeholder Paul Gains.
Valley Youth Task Force being formed for April Youth Summit
A Mahoning Valley Youth Task Force is being organized by ACTION in preparation for a Youth Explosion Summit on April 21.
Missouri Valley's North Dakota State wins FCS national title
Missouri Valley's North Dakota State wins FCS national title.
Volunteer Network announces service project
YOUNGSTOWN Thousands of Americans will remember Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 16 by serving in

BPJWL installs officers and new members
BOARDMAN Caf Capri was the setting recently when Boardman-Poland Junior Women’s League members
SOCIETY DIGEST || Niles volunteers ready for Relay for Life
Niles volunteers ready for Relay for Life NILES The American Cancer Society will “Paint the Town
DeWine at odds with Internet caf s over regulation
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Attorney General Mike DeWine stopped by a Dayton-area
Navy SEAL from Valley remains on life support; NCIS investigating
Staff report BOARDMAN A Navy SEAL and Boardman High School alumnus remained on life support
Penguins look to stay hot against Flames
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State men’s basketball coach Jerry Slocum
Early goals pace the Phantoms over Muskegon at Covelli Centre
By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com Youngstown One of the largest crowds at the Covelli
Cops: Austintown man died after jumping from car
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Police have determined that a 30-year-old
South Range too much for Crestview
By Lowell Spencer sports@vindy.com BEAVER TWP. The Raiders made the Rebels “walk the plank”
Warren police chief considers 2013 retirement
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN After only 21/2 years, the tenure of Warren Police Chief
Sirochman keys Warriors over East High
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com BROOKFIELD The Youngstown East High boys basketball squad led
Orthodox clergy lead ceremony for health and healing at Lake Glacier
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown Under a light blue sky, balmy weather for
Ex-OSU football standout faces drug charge in Warren muni
Staff report WARREN Van DeCree, 58, of Tod Avenue Northwest, a former All-American defensive
Springfield bests Lisbon to remain unbeaten in Tier One of ITCL
NEW MIDDLETOWN Ron Rogers scored 26 points and Nick Russell added 11 more for the Springfield High boys basketball team, which stayed unbeaten in Tier One of the Inter Tri-County League with a 65-49 win over Lisbon on Friday night.
New restaurant opens in former Greenford school
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com GREENFORD The smell of barbecue is in the air along South
5 indicted in thefts of copper from Austintown homes
Staff report Youngstown A Mahoning County grand jury indicted five people in connection with a
Austintown schoolkids recognized for good conduct
Lynn Kirk Elementary students, from left, Madison Vaughn, Lily Torado, Jayden Bister and Kyle Keller show off the awards they won for good behavior. The students were chosen as this month’s “fabulous four” during a school assembly Friday. Each received a school T-shirt and a “fancy” lunch.
EXORCISM EXCESS
By Roger Moore McClatchy Newspapers The things young Isabella Rossi sees on her fateful trip to
Positive jobs report fails to lift stocks
Positive jobs report fails to lift stocks The stock market offered a reminder Friday that even if
Roethlisberger ready
But center Maurkice Pouncey will most likely miss Sunday’s playoff game against the Broncos with an
Ohio Foundation awards 865 scholarships for 2011-12
Staff report Columbus The Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges, through its Ohio Scholars
Saints will give Detroit super test at Superdome
Associated Press new orleans Having shed their long-held reputation for losing with flair of
Accused teacher was popular with students
Associated Press ALABASTER, Ala. Children used to clamor to get into Danny Acker’s classes, and
200K jobs added in December
Associated Press WASHINGTON Four painful years after the Great Recession struck and wiped out
Preps at a glance
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Badger 54, Bloomfield 38 Bristol 79, Ledgemont 64
No endorsement
No endorsement YOUNGSTOWN Poland Township Police Chief Brian Goodin no longer wants to seek the
Rivals fight for second place
McClatchy Newspapers PORTSMOUTH, N.H. Even for supporters of other Republican candidates,
Playoff drought ends for Texans, Johnson
Associated Press houston Year after agonizing year, Andre Johnson was asked about his goals for
Romney warns his NH supporters not to ease off
Associated Press TILTON, N.H. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney warned his
Two Niles men arrested in Boardman store robbery
Staff report BOARDMAN A father and son accused in a robbery will be back in court Tuesday.
‘Sherlock’ star defends nude scene
Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. Benedict Cumberbatch is shrugging off British newspaper
Demjanjuk asks judge to reconsider citizenship bid
Associated Press TOLEDO Convicted Nazi war criminal John Demjanjuk wants a federal judge to
Pipeline win shows local unity
Opinion: Fairbanks (Alaska) Daily News-Miner: Fairbanks North Star Borough leaders past and present deserve
We’re all creatures of habit
Opinion: I’ve always been intrigued by the calf-path story, which involves a calf that took a long circuitous
Steelers RB coach injured in fire at home
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Steelers running backs coach Kirby Wilson was hospitalized on
Man pleads guilty to ex’s murder
Man pleads guilty to ex’s murder SALT LAKE CITY A Utah man was sentenced to 15 years to life in
49ers gear up to watch lots of playoff football
Associated Press santa clara, calif. Jim Harbaugh calls it “honkering down” — from the verb to
Woman contests burial of non-Jew
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. Juliet Steer was dying of cancer when she chose her final
METRO DIGEST || 1 killed in Negley fire
Killed in Negley fire Negley Four fire departments responded to a fatal fire Friday at 6768
Santorum: Trim Social Security now
Associated Press KEENE, N.H. Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum called Friday for
Rangers stay hot, pull past Penguins
Associated Press pittsburgh New York Rangers coach John Tortorella watched his team slog
Penn State, Pats’ O’Brien finalizing deal
Associated Press state college, pa. Penn State has hired New England Patriots offensive
Judge OKs words for ex-Cuyahoga County official’s trial
Associated Press AKRON A jury has been selected in the federal racketeering trial of a former
Arkansas tops Kansas St. for victory in Cotton Bowl
Associated Press arlington, texas Joe Adams had his fourth punt return for a touchdown this
Blackwater suit ends 7 years after deaths
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. Days after the last U.S. troops left Iraq, a federal appeals
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — David Axelrod,
Cavaliers outwork T-wolves for 4th victory
Associated Press minneapolis Antawn Jamison had 22 points and six rebounds to help the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.44 —.07 Avalon
Salem man charged with theft
Staff report BOARDMAN A 39-year-old Salem man will be arraigned Tuesday on a charge of felony
Shell Chemical’s project would be boon for region
Editorial: The numbers, if they turn out to be true, are mind-boggling: An investment of more than $2 billion
Dedication, revival
Dedication, revival youngstown Sword of the Lord Global Ministries, 907 Catalina Ave., will
Agenda Sunday
Agenda Sunday Boardman school board, organizational meeting, noon, superintendent’s office,
“fixing pete” (9 p.m., hallmark channel): “Fixing Pete” is a TV movie about
“fixing pete” (9 p.m., hallmark channel): “Fixing Pete” is a TV movie about a fashion editor (Brooke
Bishop details keys to future
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com boardman Bishop George V. Murry outlined his “Vision of
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA 10 9 7 6 5 2 u6 vVoid wA J 10 7 3
Brother’s life was a success
Opinion: How does one measure whether a life was a success, or a failure? Some would measure it by
Love of God unites many
As a child attending a local Catholic grade school, I was taught that Jesus was my Savior and that
Sharon man filed Wiz Khalifa suit
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Max Gregory Warren of Sharon, Pa., whose family owns the
Campbell students put school on the map
Staff report Campbell Students in Mary Janek’s ChemClub put Campbell Memorial High School on the
Honoree is a woman of firsts
Opinion: There are a few sure things I know that take place every January. First, this publication will
Farmington student is chosen for board
Staff report boston Rhodes State College student James Hughes, a sophomore from Farmington who
Assistance-program volunteers gear up for tax season
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN People who enjoy helping other people save
Legal templates will help with partnered projects
Staff report Columbus Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Ohio Board of Regents Chancellor Jim
Trumbull New Theatre is currently presenting “Come Blow Your Horn,” the first play by
Trumbull New Theatre is currently presenting “Come Blow Your Horn,” the first play by acclaimed
Austintown students take time — 300 minutes — to read
Austintown students take time — 300 minutes — to read By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com
NO APOLOGIES
Associated Press ENGLEWOOD, Colo. The Gospel and the grid- iron are inextricably intertwined in
Kasich’s rosy picture doesn’t look so rosy now
Opinion: COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich used his year-end speech to reporters last month to tout the
MAHONING COUNTY INDICTMENTS
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury handed up indictments against these
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John Matthew Davis, 34, of Glendale, Ariz., and
Friday, January 6 (142 stories)
Health care law appropriate response to crisis, administration tells Supreme Court
The Obama administration defended the health care overhaul in a filing Friday with the Supreme Court that calls the law an appropriate response to a "crisis in the national health care market."
Negley fire this afternoon kills 1
Four fire departments responded to a fatal fire Friday at 6768 State Line Road that officials said killed a male.
200K jobs added last month, possibly signaling economic upswing
Four painful years after the Great Recession struck and wiped out 8.7 million jobs, the United States may finally be in an elusive pattern known as a virtuous cycle - an escalating loop of hiring and spending.
US expands rape definition to include men, remove resistance requirement
The Obama administration on Friday expanded the FBI's more than eight-decade-old definition of rape to count men as victims for the first time and to drop the requirement that victims must have physically resisted their attackers.
Caregiver in Ohio charged in man’s drowning
Caregiver in Ohio charged in man’s drowning AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Police say an employee at a
Ohio judge OKs private investigator in teen death
Ohio judge OKs private investigator in teen death CINCINNATI (AP) — A southwest Ohio judge has
Santorum: Trim Social Security now even if painful
Santorum: Trim Social Security now even if painful KEENE, N.H. (AP) — Republican presidential
3 freight trains derail after Indiana collision
3 freight trains derail after Indiana collision VALPARAISO, Ind. (AP) — Three freight trains
Santorum pushing for immediate cuts to Social Security
Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum called Friday for immediate cuts to Social Security benefits, risking the wrath of older voters and countless others who balk at changes to the entitlement program.
Grand jury yet to weigh NY pipe bomb terror case
Grand jury yet to weigh NY pipe bomb terror case NEW YORK (AP) — A terror case against a man
Goodin won’t seek party endorsement
Goodin won’t seek party endorsement YOUNGSTOWN Poland Township Police Chief Brian Goodin no
Clergy abuse victims meet on Boston anniversary
Clergy abuse victims meet on Boston anniversary BOSTON (AP) — Dozens of clergy sex abuse victims
35 years for grandma who threw girl off walkway
35 years for grandma who threw girl off walkway FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — A Virginia grandmother has
Tiger Wood’s ex-wife building new home in Florida
Tiger Wood’s ex-wife building new home in Florida NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The oceanfront
Report: Move mentally ill youth out of Ohio lockups
Report: Move mentally ill youth out of Ohio lockups
Judge postpones sentence for underwear bomber
Judge postpones sentence for underwear bomber DETROIT (AP) — A judge has postponed the sentencing
3 Air Force cadets charged with sexual assault
3 Air Force cadets charged with sexual assault AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — The Air Force
Two appointed to developmental disabilities board
Two appointed to developmental disabilities board YOUNGSTOWN Frank Santisi and Joseph J.
Master Gardener classes scheduled
Master Gardener classes scheduled cortland Ohio State University Extension, Trumbull County,
Lieutenant governor to speak in Boardman Monday
Lieutenant governor to speak in Boardman Monday BOARDMAN Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor will discuss the
Syria says up to 25 killed in Damascus blast
Syria says up to 25 killed in Damascus blast DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — An explosion ripped through a
Unemployment rate falls to 8.5 pct., hiring surges
Unemployment rate falls to 8.5 pct., hiring surges WASHINGTON (AP) — A burst of hiring in December
Postal service meeting Thursday in Youngstown on rate increases
Postal service meeting Thursday in Youngstown on rate increases
SC missing boy’s mom told cops she had no children
SC missing boy’s mom told cops she had no children COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The mother of an 18
Ohio legislative map suit to brush close to state primary
Ohio legislative map suit to brush close to state primary
Reports: Pats assistant O’Brien to coach Penn St
Reports: Pats assistant O’Brien to coach Penn St STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — New England Patriots
New defense strategy sets Obama’s gaze on Asia
New defense strategy sets Obama’s gaze on Asia WASHINGTON (AP) — In recasting his defense
US Attorney General to speak at ATF agent funeral
US Attorney General to speak at ATF agent funeral SEAFORD, N.Y. (AP) — Attorney General Eric
Unemployment rate falls to 8.5 pct., hiring surges
Unemployment rate falls to 8.5 pct., hiring surges
Paralyzed Ill. athlete dies after 11-year fight
Paralyzed Ill. athlete dies after 11-year fight ROBBINS, Ill. (AP) — A former suburban Chicago
Weather dampened attendance in 2011 at some Ohio zoos
Weather dampened attendance in 2011 at some Ohio zoos
Ohio school sorry for explicit song played at game
Ohio school sorry for explicit song played at game
Martial arts centers conduct food drive
Martial arts centers conduct food drive Master Park Martial Arts centers in Boardman and
Fed lawyer sets up school corruption hotline
Fed lawyer sets up school corruption hotline PITTSBURGH (AP) — Western Pennsylvania’s federal
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Tri-Gold Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Wednesday at
Pa. auditor general warns of turnpike debt
Pa. auditor general warns of turnpike debt HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The state auditor general says
Pa. trooper’s murder conviction upheld on appeal
Pa. trooper’s murder conviction upheld on appeal INDIANA, Pa. (AP) — A state appeals court has
3 Kings Celebration Saturday at OCCHA Hall
Organizacion Civica y Cultural Hispana Americana, a nonprofit organization striving to improve the quality of life for Hispanics and others, will sponsor a Three Kings Celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in OCCHA Hall, 3660 Shirley Road.
3 local teams in Cleveland robotics contest Saturday
Several Mahoning Valley high schools will compete this weekend in the FIRST Robotics Competition at Cuyahoga Community College, Unified Technologies Center.
Capt. Frohling installed as commander of Niles Army recruiting station
Army Capt. Myles A. Frohling assumed command of the Army Warren Recruiting Co. in a ceremony Wednesday at Eastwood Mall.

Phantoms down rival ’Jacks in shootout
The Youngstown Phantoms coach has just one New Year’s resolution and that is to make his players better.

Woman jailed on charges over Dec. standoff in Youngstown
The 20-year-old woman who called police in December, touching off a six-hour standoff with officers, is now in Mahoning County jail facing charges in that incident.
D&L rails at Hagan, mayor
The company that operated a shut-down brine-injection well sharply criticized state Rep. Robert F. Hagan and Youngstown Mayor Charles Sammarone for statements they made to The Vindicator about a study the company will fund near and around the well.
YSU tops Loyola in OT for 1,000th men’s basketball win
After spending most of the night staring at his shoes whenever one of his players attempted a free throw, Youngstown State coach Jerry Slocum made sure to deliver a message to senior DuShawn Brooks in the closing seconds of Thursday’s game.
Navy SEAL from Boardman accidentally shoots himself
Staff report BOARDMAN A Navy SEAL who graduated from Boardman High School accidentally shot
Fitch’s big rally hands Struthers first loss
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com STRUTHERS Fitch High used a 19-2 third-quarter run to get
Despite loss of $50K Pepsi grant, Youngstown neighborhood group stays upbeat
The Neighborhood Improvement Corps did not receive a $50,000 Pepsi Refresh grant, but the nonprofit’s leaders say it gained visibility as supporters circulated information on social media.
S. Range rallies to snap skid
By GREG GULAS sports@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP Sophomore Stevie Taylor’s only bucket of the
Butler’s strong finish defeats YSU women
Staff report INDIANAPOLIS Butler used a 19-5 run in the second half and got 14 second-half
US stimulus funds pay for 850 new Youngstown lights
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city is using $91,649 in leftover federal
Video contest seeks creative entries from Mahoning Co. youth
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com canfield The next George Lucas, Steven Spielberg or
Panel hears arguments for, against suspending Atty. Large
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A lawyer for the Trumbull County Bar
Witnesses sound off over sign-in policy at Trumbull CSB
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Patricia Paridon of Niles testified Thursday she didn’t
Experts offer advice to those looking to cash in on gold rush
Tom Bartholomew of TeleGold Jewelers in Boardman checks the weight of gold chains.
Austintown briefs
Preschool adds new class for 3-year-olds The Austintown Community Church Preschool Childcare will
US: Regulate face, hand transplants
US: Regulate face, hand transplants The federal government wants to start regulating face and hand
oddly enough
oddly enough Pa. cops hope ‘forecast’ includes arrest of robber WEST SPRINGFIELD, Pa. Police
‘Young Guns’ misses target
Opinion: ‘Young Guns’ misses target There is something miss- ing from The Vindicator’s Dec. 31 “Guns and
Canfield briefs
ABWA meeting Tuesday The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will host its
Old Holy Trinity church reaches deal on leadership
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As Saturday’s Serbian Orthodox Christmas
Aretha Franklin prepares a dazzling wedding day
Now that the Queen of Soul has found her king, she’s focusing on all the key details of her upcoming nuptials, including the place, the entertainment and, most important, the dress.
A new era for US defense
Associated Press WASHINGTON Looking beyond the wars he inherited, President Barack Obama on
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty, Girard and Hubbard: LIBERTY
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Come Blow Your Horn,” 8 p.m.: Opening night for this Neil Simon
METRO DIGEST || Nominees sought for civilian employer award
Man indicted on rape, kidnapping, robbery YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury handed up an
Holmgren sees hope despite tough year
Associated Press BEREA After more than an hour of tackling the Browns’ miserable season and
Casey Anthony crops up in online video
Orlando Sentinel ORLANDO, Fla. After exactly six months of living in seclusion, Casey Anthony
Holiday discounts crimp stores’ profits
Holiday discounts crimp stores’ profits NEW YORK The 2011 holiday shopping season will go down
Two indicted in killing on New Year’s Day 2011
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A 31-year old, who is jailed in Howell, Mich., and a 21-year-old with
2012 starts on hopeful economic reports
Associated Press WASHINGTON The job market is looking a little brighter at the start of the new
Falling tree crushes, kills road worker
Associated Press NEWARK, Ohio A 12-foot section of a tree trunk being removed from a right-of-
1 officer killed, 5 wounded in drug raid at Utah home
Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES What police officials said began as a routine anti-drug raid
‘Frac sand’ mining boom spurs environmental concerns
Associated Press CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. The rolling hills and scenic bluffs of western Wisconsin
GM to add steel to protect batteries in Volt electric cars
General Motors is advising Volt owners to return their electric cars to dealers for repairs that will lower the risk of battery fires.
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.51 —.12 Avalon
Pats assistant may be PSU’s choice
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. ESPN says New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill
Rookie QBs take the spotlight
Associated Press HOUSTON Andy Dalton and T.J. Yates weren’t around for any of the miserable
Woman charged with prostitution misses hearing, found on street
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A woman charged with loitering for prostitution earlier this week failed
Mahoning leaders create sewer post
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com HILLSVILLE, Pa. Mahoning Township supervisors created a
Scores die in attacks against Shiites
Associated Press BAGHDAD An apparently coordinated wave of bombings targeting Shiite Muslims
GOP right: Rally around non-Mitt
Associated Press WASHINGTON Prominent conservative leaders want their rank and file to quickly
Her real X Factor: nursing
Associated Press NEW YORK She’s got a $5 million recording contract, but Melanie Amaro still
Three Phantoms set for Prospects Game
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Three Youngstown Phantoms will participate in the inaugural USHL/NHL Top
Broncos struggle to score TDs
Associated Press ENGLEWOOD, Colo. The Denver Broncos boast the best running game in the NFL. The
Robber sentenced to nine years in jail
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A city man with a drug addiction who
Ohio woman sentenced to 14 years for abusing child
Associated Press CINCINNATI A judge has sentenced a woman to 14 years in prison for beating and
China’s gearing up for space
Opinion: President Obama’s decision in 2010 to cut NASA’s budget and abandon the Constellation program,
Six seek GOP nod for Senate from Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS State Treasurer Josh Mandel and five other Republicans will face off
Talks planned on new openings for 2 casinos
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio regulators plan to meet with operators of two Ohio casinos to
METRO DIGEST || Man found dead on bridge identified
Man found dead on bridge identified YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Coroner’s Office has released
Hold Honduras accountable
Opinion: Hold Honduras accountable Los Angeles Times: Honduras has the highest homicide rate in the world,
Campbell tables negotiating over drilling lease
Staff report campbell City officials have tabled negotiating with a company for a lease to drill
Sheriff must go
Opinion: By Jose Miguel Leyva McClatchy-Tribune Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s kingdom in Maricopa County
birthdays
birthdays Country singer Earl Scruggs is 88. Actress Bonnie Franklin is 68. Singer Kim Wilson of
MAC realigns divisions
Staff report CLEVELAND The Mid-American Conference’s decision to look east means Bowling Green
With Iowa out of the way, it’s time for GOP to get serious
Editorial: Iowa has every right to try to be first out of the box in expressing its choice for a presidential
Peregrine falcon Maverick is found dead in Canton street
Associated Press CANTON A peregrine falcon, a species classified as threatened in Ohio, has
While digital album sales rose, CD sales fell US album sales rise for first time since ’04
By RYAN NAKASHIMA AP Business Writer LOS ANGELES U.S. album sales rose more than 3 percent
newsmakers
newsmakers Nick Cannon moved to LA hospital NEW YORK Nick Cannon has been transferred to a Los
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing West Side Community Center, 304 Matta Ave., Youngstown, clothing pantry, 10
30-year mortgage averages 3.91%
Associated Press WASHINGTON 2012 looks to be another year of opportunity for the few who can
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses William E. Gray, 31, of 51 Whitman Lane, Youngstown,
Board of education swears in members of board of education
Special to The Vindicator MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield school board swore in three board
“nikita” (8 p.m., the cw): The spy games resume as “Nikita” returns with a
“nikita” (8 p.m., the cw): The spy games resume as “Nikita” returns with a new episode that has the
Endorsements loom large
Opinion: Saturday’s endorsements from the Mahoning County Democratic Party could mean a lot in some of the
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Jan. 6, the sixth day of 2012. There are 360 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Boardman briefs
ABWA meeting set for Tuesday The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will
Old North Church hosts Christmas musical
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The youth, and several adults, of Old North Church
Poland briefs
ABWA meeting set for Tuesday The Mill Creek Chapter of American Business Women’s Association will
Woodside kindergartners take a ride on the Polar Express
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The tale of “The Polar Express” begins with a boy who has lost
Old North Church hosts musical
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The youth, and several adults, of Old North Church
Barnes & Noble mulls e-book options
Barnes & Noble is considering options for its quickly growing but expensive Nook e-book reader business, its latest attempt to regain profitability as the publishing industry adapts to the rising popularity of digital books and magazines.
Fifth-graders present ‘A Christmas Carol’ with modern twist
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the Frank Ohl fifth-grade Drama Club’s inaugural
Dairy Queen celebrates Christmas
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Fans of Santa flocked to Cornersburg Dairy Queen on Dec. 16 to
Woodside second-graders celebrate culture
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com In one second-grade Woodside classroom, there are students
Boardman Park hosts dinner with Santa
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Boardman Park offered Christmas fun on Dec. 8 with its annual
Stadium Drive has joyous Christmas event
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Students at Stadium Drive Elementary welcomed the Christmas
Cookies for Santa
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com It is widely known that when Santa Claus visits a household, he
Glenellen residents remember Idora Park
The residents at Glenellen were treated to a journey down memory lane at an Idora Park-themed
Kindergartners give parents holiday surprise
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School kindergartners had a big holiday
Hilltoppers travel the world for the holidays
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Hilltop Elementary School second-grade students treated
Canfield wrestlers take momentum into 2012
The Canfield varsity wrestling team went 3-1 in dual meets to end the 2011 portion of its schedule.
Canfield light display making music
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com As soon as Thanksgiving is over, holiday decorations go
Union students recycle during the holidays
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Green Team of Mahoning County notices more waste during
Holy Family students cover fabric of Christmas
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The kindergarten through sixth-grade students at Holy Family
North celebrates first Winter Festival
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The students at North Elementary received an early Christmas gift
North students take a ride on ‘The Carousel’
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During their annual visit to North Elementary, Sadecky Puppets
Country star visits Dobbins
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Hometown country star Sarah Turner has performed in Nashville, and
Thursday, January 5 (120 stories)
Navy Seal from Boardman kills self in accidental shooting
A Navy SEAL who graduated from Boardman High School accidently shot himself in the head shortly after 2 a.m. Thursday, Pacific time, in his San Diego condo.
Old Holy Trinity factions reach temporary reconciliation
Old Holy Trinity factions reach temporary reconciliation YOUNGSTOWN As Saturday’s Serbian
Rivals attack Romney as he lambasts Obama
Mitt Romney's Republican presidential rivals repeatedly attacked him as a candidate of the status quo and a timid, less-than-reliable conservative Thursday as they simultaneously sought to slow his campaign momentum and personally audition for the role of conservative rival-in- chief.
Gingrich to black people: paychecks, not food aid
Gingrich to black people: paychecks, not food aid WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican presidential
D&L blasts Hagan and Sammarone over well study comments
D&L blasts Hagan and Sammarone over well study comments YOUNGSTOWN The company that operated a
Youngstown man indicted on kidnapping, rape, robbery charges
Mahoning grand jury indicts Youngstown man on kidnapping, robbery, rape charges
Walter Kornegay gets 9-year prison term for Youngstown robberies
Youngstown man gets 9-year prison term for robberies
Manner of man’s death still being investigated
Manner of man’s death still being investigated YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Coroner’s Office
Fines pending for Ind. House Dems in labor battle
Fines pending for Ind. House Dems in labor battle INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana House Democrats
Model railroad association schedules flea markets
Model railroad association schedules flea markets niles Youngstown Model Railroad Association
Mayor: Detroit won’t run out of cash by April
Mayor: Detroit won’t run out of cash by April DETROIT (AP) — Detroit’s mayor says the city no
Cedar Fair reports record attendance for its parks
Cedar Fair reports record attendance for its parks
Volcanic smog adds to Oahu emergency room crowding
Volcanic smog adds to Oahu emergency room crowding HONOLULU (AP) — Medical officials say patients
Judge: Pa. mom in kidnap hoax faces stiff sentence
Judge: Pa. mom in kidnap hoax faces stiff sentence PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A judge says a suburban
Mother of 3 girls killed in Conn. fire speaks
Mother of 3 girls killed in Conn. fire speaks NEW YORK (AP) — The mother of three young girls who
NY judge: Feeder funds not Madoff customers
NY judge: Feeder funds not Madoff customers NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge has affirmed a
Sheriff: Gun residue on man who let animals loose in Zanesville
Sheriff; Gun resident on man who let animals loose
Ohio well owner undertakes study after earthquakes
Ohio well owner undertakes study after earthquakes
Utah officer killed, 6 others wounded in shootout
Utah officer killed, 6 others wounded in shootout OGDEN, Utah (AP) — Utah authorities say the
AP Source: GM to call back 8,000 Chevy Volts
AP Source: GM to call back 8,000 Chevy Volts DETROIT (AP) — A person briefed on the matter says
Home of President Rutherford B. Hayes closed temporarily for renovations
Hayes home closed for renovations
Stepmom who killed disabled girl enters drug plea
Stepmom who killed disabled girl enters drug plea CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina woman
Interest rate on 30-year home mortgage down to record 3.91 pct.
Interest rate on 30-year home mortgage down to record 3.91 pct.
5 days from next contest, rivals race for money
5 days from next contest, rivals race for money WASHINGTON (AP) — As they try to derail Mitt
Prosecutor wants death for Mubarak, security boss
Prosecutor wants death for Mubarak, security boss CAIRO (AP) — The prosecutor in the Hosni Mubarak
Titanic items for auction 1 century after sinking
Titanic items for auction 1 century after sinking RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Salvaged items as small as
3 hurt in bar shooting near Pittsburgh, 1 held
3 hurt in bar shooting near Pittsburgh, 1 held HOMESTEAD, Pa. (AP) — Police have one person in
Philly police seek Flyers fans in postgame fight
Philly police seek Flyers fans in postgame fight PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police in Philadelphia are
Steel Museum group elects officers
YOUNGSTOWN Friends of the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor recently elected the
Library events planned for January
NEWTON FALLS The Newton Falls Public Library, 204 S. Canal St., is featuring an exhibit of art by
LOUIE TODAY: Recycling, American journalism and boy's killing in Texas
Join Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, as he talks with Jennifer Jones of Youngstown Litter Control and Recycling about recycling your Christmas trees.

After big win, YSU moves on
With one terrific performance on Saturday, the YSU men’s basketball team erased a four-game losing streak, won its biggest game of the season and provided a much-needed confidence boost.

GM Lordstown cruises to banner year
2011 was a banner year for the General Motors Lordstown Complex.
Ursuline’s depth too much for Boardman
By the end of the night it was clear which team had four sophomores starting and which had four starters returning from a team which reached a regional final a season ago.
Dems sue Kasich over new district boundaries
More than 30 people, including former lawmakers, have filed suit against Gov. John Kasich and the state apportionment board, hoping to overturn legislative district lines finalized by Republicans in late September.
PHANTOMS Next 3 days are busy
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Phantoms received an extra present over the holidays that
Ryan: Cordray is good choice
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles says President Barack Obama’s decision Wednesday to defy Republican lawmakers and install former Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray as a national consumer watchdog is great for the Mahoning Valley and a bold statement.
GIRLS BASKETBALL /Wednesday’s other game
girls basketball Wednesday’s other game West Branch 47, Canfield 45 BELOIT Canfield shot
Despite protests over minorities, Warren police test will proceed
The Jan. 21 civil-service test for entry-level police officers will proceed as planned despite protests from two Warren City Council members.
New Wilmington firefighter responds to fatal crash, discovers dad
Staff report new wilmington, pa. A firefighter who responded to a fatal car accident was led
Penguin women prepared for HL
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Coming off his team’s most complete performance of the season, YSU
Steelers’ Ryan Clark relieved he’s sitting out
Ryan Clark sat down in Mike Tomlin’s office and did something a little out of character for the normally verbose Pittsburgh Steelers safety. He listened.
Pa. police seek help in robberies, considering tie to Basilone murder
Staff report sharon, pa. Police are looking for help in solving a string of armed robberies that
Fire chief looks to improve Campbell’s rating
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com campbell The fire chief is hoping an agency that rates
Niles council: Ban parking on lawns, yards
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES City council wants to stop residents from parking on
D&L Energy to finance geological study of injection well area
Susie Beiersdorfer, a part-time geology instructor at Youngstown State University and a member of Occupy Youngstown, spoke at Wednesday’s Youngstown City Council meeting about injection wells and earthquakes. Council President Jamael Tito Brown, left, listens.
newsmakers
newsmakers Carey: Nick Cannon has kidney failure NEW YORK Nick Cannon is spending the first
Stocks hold for 2nd day in a row
Associated Press Stocks barely budged Wednesday, and investors held on to their gains from a
NEw this week
NEw this week The Devil Inside (R) Twenty years after her mother confessed to three brutal
Though lackluster, Iowa win moves Romney closer to nod
By CHARLES BABINGTON Associated Press WASHINGTON Mitt Romney’s whisker-thin Iowa caucus
It’s the era of the super PAC
Opinion: DES MOINES The barrage of commercials told the story: This is a presidential election without
Seeking DNA in case
Seeking DNA in case YOUNGSTOWN Jamar Houser is to go on trial for the Jan. 23, 2010, killing of
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Brookfield school board, organizational and regular meeting, 6 p.m., high school
Long live the King
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Just a regular guy is what drummer and Rock and Roll Hall
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
birthdays
birthdays Actor Robert Duvall is 81. Talk-show host Charlie Rose is 70. Actress Diane Keaton is
Small amounts of exercise can boost health
By Jeannine Stein Los Angeles Times Numerous studies show that small tweaks to one’s routine can
Lawrence Co. officials elect board chairman
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County commissioners unanimously
Historic swearing in of mayor is only part of story in Warren
Editorial: The city of Warren’s first black mayor has been around politics long enough to know this truth:
‘Switched at Birth’ focuses on the deaf
By Chuck Bamey Contra Costa Times WALNUT CREEK, Calif. Olivia Stein, a 17-year-old student at
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS Top Hat Productions, Fairview Arts & Outreach Center, 4220 Youngstown-Poland
Tips to help protect you from the flu
By Alison Johnson Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Wash your hands often and get an annual flu
Congress has only one pledge
Opinion: Congress has only one pledge The party of ‘No’ has signed a pledge to Mr. Grover Norquist to never
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
“winter wipeout” (8 p.m., abc): Are you ready for more fabulous face-plants?
“winter wipeout” (8 p.m., abc): Are you ready for more fabulous face-plants? “Winter Wipeout,” the
Classes offered
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Iris blooming again with new album
By Timothy Finn McClatchy Newspapers KANSAS CITY, Mo. “My least favorite thing is talking
oddly enough
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Disabled at risk
Opinion: By Mike Ervin McClatchy-Tribune Hold the applause: Extending the payroll tax cuts is a bad deal
Ballbusters Sports Bar, 3661 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-2778
Ballbusters Sports Bar, 3661 Mahoning Ave., Austintown; 330-793-2778 Wed: Gary Markasky Project, 9
Penn State scandal film is too close for comfort
We should have seen this coming. First came “Utoya Island,” a film about the 2011 mass murder of
Twin births on rise in US: 1 in 30 in 2009
Associated Press ATLANTA The number of twins born in the U.S. soared over the past three
Selected local stocks
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Activists: Syrian regime misleading observers
Associated Press BEIRUT Activists accused the Syrian regime Wednesday of misleading Arab League
Group: Post-holiday sales surged
A flurry of post- Christmas bargain- shopping helped drive sales higher in the last week of December, according to a report Wednesday from a shopping-mall trade group. Increased gift-card use, mild weather and a federal holiday Monday all contributed.
Help Hotline Crisis Center receives grants
Help Hotline Crisis Center receives grants YOUNGSTOWN Help Hotline Crisis Center has received
Foodtaste Footrace ready to roll
The 24th annual Frostbite Foodtaste Footrace will begin at 7 p.m. Jan. 12 at 10 downtown restaurants.
BUDGET PROJECTIONS
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At least 25 die in landslide
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Press fails to expose ineptitude of Iraq War
Opinion: By Edward Wasserman McClatchy Newspapers The U.S. war in Iraq ended just before Christmas, and
3 women facing charges related to prostitution
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Three women face misdemeanor charges in Youngstown Municipal Court,
Treat businesses fairly
Opinion: Charleston (W.Va.) Daily Mail: Blue states have a tendency to pass taxes that deter investment, then
bengals Dalton ill but will play
Associated Press CINCINNATI Rookie quarterback Andy Dalton missed practice on Wednesday with the
Study: Scientists create time cloak
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s one thing to make an object invisible, like Harry Potter’s
In NH, Romney picks up McCain endorsement
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The Inner-Mountain, Elkins, W.Va., on federal court EPA order:
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New Yahoo CEO has tech knowledge
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West Virginia runs over Clemson
Associated Press MIAMI West Virginia put on a scoring show unlike any other in college
Mark Tatarka of Austintown shares his feelings about fracking on his hat at the council meeting.
Mark Tatarka of Austintown shares his feelings about fracking on his hat at the council meeting.
Tired Cavaliers no match for Toronto
By Tom Reed Cleveland Plain Dealer TORONTO Cavaliers center Samardo Samuels made news
Suddenly, a fun candidate
Opinion: WASHINGTON The complaint that Iowa is not a typical American state is true but trivial because
Beachum is re-elected school-board president
Staff report youngstown The city school board has re-elected Lock P. Beachum Sr. as its
MAHONING COUNTY BUDGET | Surge in sales-tax collection increases carryover
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Cops probe death of man found by bridge
YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found near the Rayen Avenue
It’s back to business for OH WOW!
OH WOW! resumed regular operations Wednesday, after plumbing problems closed the facility for several days.
Teachers in Columbus resign, get fired
By Jennifer Smith Richards Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS The Columbus school board was prepared
Poland Twp. hires 2 for the roads
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Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Jan. 5, the fifth day of 2012. There are 361 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ryan calls on EPA, others for answers
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan says he supports the state’s decision to halt injection of brine wastewater into wells within a 5-mile radius of the site on Ohio Works Drive in Youngstown.
Liberty plans to study its right to ban drilling
The 2011 earthquakes that hit this area convinced Liberty officials that now is the time to control gas- and injection-well drilling in the township.
New museum is the cat’s meow
Cat people come in all stripes. There are cat owners, cat lovers, cat ladies ... and cat fanciers.
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New Wilmington firefighter responds to dad's fatal crash
A firefighter who responded to a fatal car accident was led away by police because it was his own father in the car.
Campbell hoping to improve its insurance rating
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Safety comes first at well site, says ODNR official
Safety comes first at well site, says ODNR official YOUNGSTOWN For a brine-injection well on the
Ryan lauds Obama’s bold statement in Cordray appointment
Ryan lauds Obama’s bold statement in Cordray appointment WARREN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles says
Inner pressure at well site will be lowered
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Santorum defends his support for spending projects
Santorum defends his support for spending projects MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) Facing fresh scrutiny
Republicans look to Florida for votes
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Ryan asks ODNR for facts on injection wells
Ryan asks ODNR for facts on injection wells WARREN U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan says he supports the
Mahoning County carries $4.4 million over from last year
Mahoning County carries $4.4 million over from last year YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County’s actual
Pizza delivery man robbed on West Side
Pizza delivery man robbed on West Side YOUNGSTOWN Police are looking for the man who robbed a
OH WOW! children’s museum reopens
OH WOW! children’s museum reopens Youngstown OH WOW! resumed regular operations on Wednesday,
BP oil spill payments stalled in wrinkle over fees
BP oil spill payments stalled in wrinkle over fees
Boeing to close Wichita facility by end of 2013
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Audubon’s ‘The Birds of America’ to be sold in NYC
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2 held after random shootings
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Delta, Lufthansa airlines to raise prices to cover emissions
Delta, Lufthansa airlines to raise prices to cover emissions
Bachmann adviser says she is ending GOP campaign
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Police kill armed teenage student at Texas school
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Man gets 70 years in prison for kidnapping his ex-wife
Man gets 70 years in prison for kidnapping his ex-wife
Beachum again heads Youngstown school board
Beachum again heads Youngstown school board youngstown The city school board has re-elected Lock
Youngstown police on scene where body found on South Side
Youngstown police on scene where body found on South Side
Bond market gives eurozone brief respite
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Ohio company builds mobile units for veterans care
Ohio company builds mobile units for veterans care
AP sources: Obama bucks GOP, OKs consumer watchdog
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Yahoo names PayPal exec as CEO
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Bonnie and Clyde guns to be auctioned in Missouri
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Mount Rainier National Park to reopen Saturday
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Not guilty plea for man accused in Ind. girl’s death
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Woman pleads guilty in Facebook slaying plot
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Penn State president to discuss abuse with alumni
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Celebrate Malanka at The Orthodox Center
Celebrate Malanka at The Orthodox Center YOUNGSTOWN The Orthodox Center, 1025 N. Belle Vista
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve

Michigan savors sweet OT victory
Brendan Gibbons drilled a 37-yard field goal down the middle in overtime to lift Michigan to a 23-20 victory over Virginia Tech in the Sugar Bowl on Tuesday night.
Police probe weekend robberies
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The New Year’s weekend here was one
Police handle incidents during holiday weekend
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Police were busy at just after midnight New Year’s Eve
With plane stuck, passengers rerouted
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA The plane load of passengers unable to fly out of the
Liberty school board welcomes new member
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The board of education filled a four-month
Warren police Council members seek delay of exam
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Council members Cheryl Saffold and Helen Rucker will
Iowa Picks Rick, Mitt
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Rick Santorum and Mitt Romney waged a seesaw battle for
Mayor seeks injection-wells moratorium
Mayor Charles Sammarone will ask city-council members today to support a moratorium on injection wells in Youngstown after the 11th earthquake in the past 10 months shook the city.
Struthers’ Jacubec dazzles at Howland
There were times during Tuesday’s boys basketball game where Howland High coach Bill Brogan caught himself watching in awe at the plays Jake Jacubec was making.
Bulldogs stingy in 4th
For the first time in seven games, Poland’s Colin Reardon wasn’t the leading scorer for the Bulldogs.
Cowboys make case for split championship
Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. Oklahoma State has its chance to be in the national-
Injuries testing Steelers’ depth
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Steelers coach Mike Tomlin knows safety Ryan Clark wants to play in
Shurmur won’t commit to McCoy as starter
Associated Press BEREA Browns coach Pat Shurmur may let his new offensive coordinator call plays
Bears fire Angelo as general manager
Associated Press LAKE FOREST, Ill. The Chicago Bears borrowed a page from the Indianapolis
OSU assistants looking for jobs
By Bill Rabinowitz The Columbus Dispatch JACKSONVILLE, Fla. They knew heading into the Gator
Rookies deliver in Cavs’ win
The future of the Cleveland Cavaliers looked good in the present on Tuesday night.
19-year alliance comes to an end
Roselyn Ferris and Michael O’Brien have been one of the most enduring teams in local government, having worked side-by-side for the past 19 years, first in the Trumbull County Commissioners’ office and then the Warren mayor’s office. When Warren’s newest mayor, Doug Franklin, took office last week, it marked the end of O’Brien’s and Ferris’ long tenure together.
Our hemisphere’s promise
Opinion: Our hemisphere’s promise Miami Herald: When we suggested at the beginning of this year that the
Wine of the Week
Wine of the Week What: 2009 Langmeil Barossa ‘Three Gardens’ Info: It’s the time of year for
McClatchy Newspapers
McClatchy Newspapers DES MOINES, Iowa Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum were in a tight, back-and-
America needs ‘stupid test’
Opinion: A friend of mine hands me what looks like a business card. It says, “Don’t Die Stupid.” As America
Clemson freshman worries W.Va.
Associated Press MIAMI When Sammy Watkins first arrived on Clemson’s campus last summer and
Court ponders sniff by drug dog
Associated Press MIAMI Franky the drug dog’s super-sensitive nose is at the heart of a question
Monthly sirens test
Monthly sirens test Hermitage, Pa. The Hermitage Fire Department will conduct its monthly test
YSU geologist to address group
YSU geologist to address group YOUNGSTOWN The West Side Citizens Coalition is sponsoring a talk
Uncertainty looms at Penn State
Associated Press DALLAS Penn State interim coach Tom Bradley planned to hit the recruiting trail
Man charged with assaulting officer
Staff report new castle, pa. A man who officials say punched a police officer after his daughter
Television networks launch into their midseason lineup this week. Here are five new shows that are
Television networks launch into their midseason lineup this week. Here are five new shows that are
India tries U.S. TV shows, but with cuts
Associated Press NEW DELHI Would the sex, drugs and rock-n-roll fueled TV show “Californication”
National Fuel projects 10% rise in cost
Staff report ERIE, Pa. National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp., which has some 209,000 customers in
2 teens arrested in shooting death of Farrell bar owner
Staff report farrell, pa. Police have arrested two teenagers in the shooting death of a bar
Iran should stop playing games and pursue it real best interests
Editorial: Iranian sabre-rattling, aimed pri- marily at the United States, appears to be having an unintended
Council meeting
Council meeting Struthers A special meeting of Struthers City Council will be at 7 p.m. today
‘Help,’ ‘Horse’ vie for honors
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The historical epic “War Horse,” the Deep South drama “The Help,”
Fed to regularly forecast changes on interest rates
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a major shift, the Federal Reserve will start announcing four
New life for cold cases
Associated Press MILWAUKEE The corpses’ faces are mostly bloated, their skin pale and
Man tells police girlfriend failed to disclose HIV status
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating what may be another case of assault with a
Official: LA arson suspect cursed US
Official: LA arson suspect cursed US los angeles Harry Burkhart watched as his mother was
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Ryan and Teresa Wilson, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 2. Curt and
Fast start powers Mooney to easy victory
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Cardinal Mooney High boys basketball team jumped
Buckeyes stomp ’Huskers
Staff report COLUMBUS Coach Thad Matta applied some tough love after Ohio State’s most recent
Factories, builders boost economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. manufacturers ended 2011 with their best month of growth since
Man arraigned on kidnapping charges
Staff report new castle, pa. A woman was kidnapped by a man after he argued with the woman’s
Austintown man faces charges in woman’s assault
Staff report Austintown A township man will appear in court today on charges of felonious
Fracking doesn’t sound so great
Opinion: Fracking doesn’t sound so great I drove through a white misty cloud of chemicals during well
British police investigate body found on queen’s estate
Los Angeles Times LONDON There were all the elements of a mystery novel of the type Britons love
Chief: Snowfall gives thieves opportunities
Staff report CORTLAND The city’s acting police chief says a Monday morning attempted burglary on
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Company offers to broker drilling leases for Poland
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND Village-council members are mulling over an offer
For Wall Street, it’s a happy new year
Associated Press NEW YORK The stock market got a big jump on a better year. Stocks rose
Drake’s to become full banquet hall
Staff report canfield After 29 months in business, a Canfield restaurant is making a change.
Nuclear is reliable electricity source
Opinion: By Christine Todd Whitman McClatchy-Tribune As state leaders struggle to meet rising energy
Obama applauds Iowa Dems
Associated Press WASHINGTON Inserting his voice into a big night for Republicans, President
Woman sues Honda in small claims
Associated Press TORRANCE, Calif. A woman who expected her Civic Hybrid to be her dream car
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton board of education, annual organizational meeting, 5 p.m., in high
Grover Norquist’s no-tax campaign thriving in Congress
Opinion: By George W. LIEBMANN Baltimore Sun For the last 20 years, the charming Grover Norquist has been
Hoping for a healing ‘Extremely Loud’ tackles 9/11 head on
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Emotions run high in “Extremely Loud &
Lose weight and eat a tasty treat SMART SNACKING
Family Features If you want to lose weight or maintain weight loss this year, choose smart snacks
Republican candidates bash judges
Opinion: By Erwin Chemerinsky Los Angeles Times The attack on the federal judiciary by Republican
Keeping resolutions while on the go
Family Features Year after year, saving money and eating healthier rank high on the list of New
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Salem-Liberty game postponed
Salem-Liberty game postponed LIBERTY Tonight’s Salem-Liberty boys basketball games have been
Deal to sell "M-A-S-H" hot dog diner in Ohio falls through
Deal to sell M-A-S-H hot dog diner in Ohio falls through
Iran warns US carrier: Don’t come back to Gulf
Iran warns US carrier: Don’t come back to Gulf TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s army chief today warned
Taliban strike deal with Qatar on office there
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Los Angeles police probe motive in arson spree
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Obama readying for re-election bid after vacation
Obama readying for re-election bid after vacation WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will
GOP candidates vie for voters’ trust in fluid Iowa
GOP candidates vie for voters’ trust in fluid Iowa DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — In the kickoff contest
US stocks take leap forward on first biz day of new year
US stocks take leap forward on first biz day of new year
W.Pa. teacher pleads guilty to inappropriate contact with students
W.Pa. teacher pleads guilty to inappropriate contact with students
New Year's fatalites increased in Ohio over the holiday weekend
New Year's fatalities increased in Ohio over the holiday weekend
Mom opts for home schooling after son put in bag
Mom opts for home schooling after son put in bag LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The Kentucky mother of an
I-80 crash in Pa. tally: 45 vehicles, 17 with lesser injuries
I-80 crash in Pa. tally: 45 vehicles, 17 with lesser injuries
Official: Friendly fire likely killed agent in NY
Official: Friendly fire likely killed agent in NY SEAFORD, N.Y. (AP) — A law enforcement official
Air passengers stuck overnight in Valley now bound for Fla.
Air passengers stuck overnight in Valley now bound for Fla.
Decided by a nose? Court ponders drug dog’s sniff
Decided by a nose? Court ponders drug dog’s sniff MIAMI (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court is being
National Fuel Gas projects 10.2 percent increase in costs
National Fuel Gas projects 10.2 percent increase in costs
Hearing next week for accused chief
Hearing next week for accused chief KENNETT, Mo. (AP) — A preliminary hearing will be Monday for a
Changes coming to Drake's Landing in Canfield in 2012
Changes coming to Drake's Landing in Canfield in 2012
Obama gets ready for re-election bid after family vacation
Obama gets ready for re-election bid after family vacation
Federal judge rules against indicted former Ohio county commissioner
Federal judge rules against indicted former Ohio county commissioner
Cortland police chief issues warning after attempted burglary
Cortland police chief issues warning after attempted burglary
3 gunmen sought in fatal Pittsburgh porch shooting
3 gunmen sought in fatal Pittsburgh porch shooting
Online gambling fight now about when, who — not if
Online gambling fight now about when, who — not if
Vigil remembers victims of Ohio Christmas Eve fire
Vigil remembers victims of Ohio Christmas Eve fire
REUNIONS
Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at

Superb start paces Raiders to strong win over Falcons
Seniors Briana McCurdy and Anita Brown account for 75 percent of Harding’s offense.

Count on more Valley quakes, seismologist warns
More earthquakes will occur despite the shutdown of the injection well on Ohio Works Drive in Youngstown, a seismologist investigating the quakes said Monday.
Scrap-metal revenue in Campbell strengthens city’s fragile finances
As of last month, the city had collected $86,975 in a deal with a scrap-metal collector who reclaims scrap from the brownfields on Wilson Avenue, said Mayor Bill VanSuch.
Special teams flop for Buckeyes
Florida’s Jaye Howard timed the snap perfectly, blew through two defenders and violently slammed Ohio State quarterback Braxton Miller to the ground.
Browns’ reward for 12 losses is 4th pick in draft
Associated Press BEREA The growing pains were agonizing, the mistakes numerous. the progress
Commission continues its work on Youngstown schools' academic recovery
There’s no set time line for development of a new academic recovery plan for the city school district.
Keenum, Houston roll over Penn State
A 30-14 loss to Houston at the TicketCity Bowl on Monday ended a tumultuous season for a program shrouded with uncertainty following the firing of a Hall of Fame coach in the aftermath of a child sex-abuse scandal that shook college sports.
Quaker Steak & Lube continued to expand in 2011 by opening eight new restaurants
Quaker Steak & Lube continued to expand in 2011 by opening eight new restaurants.
Va. Tech, Michigan covet BCS win in Sugar Bowl
Associated Press New Orleans A couple decades ago, few in college football would have dreamed of
Youngstown service commemorates Emancipation Proclamation
The Rev. Dr. Lewis W. Macklin II was humbled to receive a prestigious award for his leadership and service to the Mahoning Valley, but such efforts are second nature, he contends.
Weather causes problems at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport
Staff and wire report Slick conditions could have contributed to an Allegiant aircraft taxiing off
Stay safe when heating home
Staff report BOARDMAN The National Fire Protection Association and the Boardman Township Fire
METRO DIGEST || OH WOW! still closed
Museum still closed Youngstown OH WOW! children’s museum could be closed for the remainder of
Hubbard’s landmark shoe shop shines on
Ed Palestro, 82, operates Frank's Shoe Repair in the same 137-year-old house at the corner of North Main Street and Myron Avenue in Hubbard where his late father established the business in 1942. Ed will continue at the shop, but is retiring from 32 years of public service.
Arson spree
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Authorities arrested a man Monday in connection with dozens of
oddly enough
oddly enough 2 face indecency charges after nude McDonald’s run GALESBURG, Ill. Two people
years ago
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 3, the third day of 2012. There are 363 days left in the year. Associated
Justice Department has identity problem
Opinion: Is there, or should there ever be, a point when a state is no longer penalized for its
Elections are bad bet
Opinion: By Bart Chilton McClatchy-Tribune We have officially enter the election year. It may seem like
Voters in Iowa reshape ’12 race tonight
McClatchy Newspapers POLK CITY, Iowa Iowa Republicans will gather tonight at fire stations,
WORLD DIGEST || Father thankful for passers-by
hFather thankful for passers-by LOGAN, Utah A man whose car slid off an icy Utah road and into a
Police: Body of gunman found at park
Associated Press MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, Wash. An armed Iraq War veteran suspected of
Oregon puts an end to Rose Bowl drought
Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. The Oregon Ducks had waited 95 years to win another Rose
Eargle honored by Horizon League
Eargle honored by Horizon League INDIANAPOLIS Posting his second double-double of the year,
Cruisin’ in 2012?
Associated Press DETROIT After hitting a 30-year low in 2009, U.S. auto sales are poised for a
Lundqvist’s big stop helps chill Flyers
Associated Press Philadelphia Alone in the cold, it was up to Henrik Lundqvist to preserve a
Steelers’ top back is out with a torn ACL
Associated Press Pittsburgh The Pittsburgh Steelers’ potentially long road through the AFC
Homes, Islamic center firebombed
Associated Press NEW YORK A police security tower rose into the sky Monday, keeping watch over a
The ‘it’ factor
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa For Republicans here, the ideal presidential candidate would
Comedian is new mayor of Hillsboro
Associated Press HILLSBORO, Ohio A veteran standup comic familiar to “Comedy Central” TV viewers
Michigan State survives in 3OT; Cornhuskers fall
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. Down a touchdown with less than two minutes remaining and a long
Another syringe found in clothing
Another syringe found in clothing CARTERSVILLE, Ga. Authorities say another syringe has been
INSTALLATION SERVICE Commissioning of officers
Representatives from 16 community and faith-based organizations were installed during Monday’s
New Boys & Girls Clubs CEO starts job
Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. The new president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Man accused of eye stabbing
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio man accused of stabbing another man in the eyes with a
Will China shame the US back to strong space program?
Editorial: Many of today’s maturing baby boomers cling to fond childhood memories of elementary-school
Midseason TV New shows are on the way
By Chuck Barney Contra Costa Times Welcome to television’s midseason — a time when network
Ohio veterans struggle to find work
By Wesley Lowery The Columbus Dispatch As the final troops deployed in Operation Iraqi Freedom
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Weathersfield Local school board, organizational meeting, 6 p.m., Middle School
Iran’s navy tests cruise missile
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran test-fired a surface-to-surface cruise missile Monday in a
Pipeline is tricky issue for Obama
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama and Congress are starting the election year
Budget ramifications run deep
Opinion: Budget ramifications run deep The failure of the “Super Comittee” to agree on budget cuts and
video game review
‘rocksmith’ Grade: A Details: Ubisoft, for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC; $79.99 If “Guitar
Birthdays
Birthdays Record producer George Martin is 86. Actor Robert Loggia is 82. Actor Dabney Coleman is
Prahalis, Taylor lead No. 8 OSU over Iowa
Associated Press Columbus Even Ohio State’s 1-2 punch recognizes the problems it causes.
Find the middle ground
Opinion: Find the middle ground Cincinnati Enquirer: For the new year, Congress and President Barack Obama
American science is losing ground
Opinion: By Carol W. GREIDER Baltimore Sun You win some, you lose some. That appears to be the current
Meryl Streep’s stagger- ingly esteemed career continues with her latest transformative wonder
Meryl Streep’s stagger- ingly esteemed career continues with her latest transformative wonder — her
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jonah H. Karzmer, 30, of 7432 Christopher Drive,
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OH WOW! may remain closed all week
OH WOW! Children’s museum could be closed for the remainder of the week due to water leaks.
Allegiant plane slides off runway here; passengers stranded
Slick conditions could have contributed to an Allegiant aircraft taxiing off the runway at Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport.
Youngstown roads snow-covered and slippery
Several inches of falling snow have covered roads in Youngstown over the past several hours, making roads slippery and driving difficult.
Mendenhall out indefinitely
Mendanhall out indefinitely PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t intimidated by the
No. 24 Penn St. falls to No. 20 Houston, 30-14
No. 24 Penn St. falls to No. 20 Houston, 30-14 No. 24 Penn St. falls to No. 20 Houston, 30-14
Gators beat Buckeyes 24-17
Gators beat Buckeyes 24-17 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s special teams came up big in the
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS South Range Middle School PTO is seeking vendors for its second annual craft show
Senior Center will host Alzheimer association
Senior Center will host Alzheimer association YOUNGSTOWN The Senior Center of Mahoning County,
Heavy snowfall expected in parts of Valley through Tuesday
Heavy snowfall expected in parts of Valley through Tuesday Staff report YOUNGSTOWN After
Campbell family escapes safely from $45,000 house fire
Campbell family escapes safely from $45,000 house fire Staff report CAMPBELL Firefighters in
South Side man becomes Youngstown’s first shooting victim of 2012
South Side man becomes Youngstown’s first shooting victim of 2012 Staff report YOUNGSTOWN
Expect more wild swings in stock market in 2012
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The year 2011 was, by all accounts, a
Steelers hurting, but have enough to beat Browns
Steelers hurting, but have enough to beat Browns Associated Press CLEVELAND They’re bruised,
Bengals lose but get wild card berth
Bengals lose but get wild card berth Associated Press Cincinnati Andy
Naming ceremony caps 7-day Kwanzaa celebration
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ten girls and young women, members of the
Quake fallout takes many paths
The New Year’s Eve earthquake quake rattled nerves across the Valley — but not much else.
Gator Bowl matchup ‘for pride’
By Bill Rabinowitz The Columbus Dispatch JACKSONVILLE, Fla. In most years, an Ohio State vs.
D&L faced violations in its past
D&L Energy Inc. is best known for its brine-injection well in the city that is suspected of triggering 11 Mahoning Valley earthquakes this year.
Cavaliers rain 3s to beat New Jersey
Associated Press CLEVELAND Kyrie Irving grew up rooting for the New Jersey Nets. On Sunday
The monster in the shadows
Opinion: By Douglas Pike Special to the Vindicator First you see terrified eyes peering from inside a
125 take Polar Bear dive into 2012
Amanda Bowers, left, and Dani Monaco, both 17 and from West Middlesex, Pa., participate in Sunday’s fourth annual Shenango Polar Bear Jump into the Shenango River near Quaker Steak & Lube in Sharon.
Austintown schools begin 2012 with better road access
By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com austintown Getting around campus will be easier for
Nick Fromel wins three medals in gymnastics
Staff report ALLISON PARK, PA. Nick Fromel competed with 69 other level 5 gymnasts in five age
City man shot in leg
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Algen Daniels, 58, of West Dewey Ave. was the city’s first shooting
Fire damages home in Campbell
Staff report CAMPBELL Firefighters in Campbell didn’t get much time to usher in the new year
There is untold potential for the area lying underground
Editorial: In the last few years, as we ap- proached the challenge of writing something uplifting for New
This is not the year to retreat
Opinion: WASHINGTON Although they have become prone to apocalyptic forebodings about the fragility of the
Manning, New York are Giant pain for Romo, Cowboys
Associated Press EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Victor Cruz and Eli Manning have the New York Giants
Oddly enough
Oddly enough Dead blackbirds fall again in Ark. town BEEBE, Ark. Blackbirds have fallen dead
Penn State concludes tough season
Associated Press DALLAS Penn State’s Tom Bradley looked sharp in his dark suit and light blue
Exxon Mobil awarded $908M
Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela An international arbitration body has awarded Exxon Mobil
NH shift brings new dynamic to GOP contest
Associated Press MERRIMACK, N.H. The political world shifts 1,300 miles east later this week.
Ohio museum exhibit to include ’50s house
Associated Press COLUMBUS For an upcoming exhibit, the state’s history museum will recreate an
Niners finish off terrific season
Associated Press ST. LOUIS No apologies from Jim Harbaugh. Not even close. After the San
Rose Bowl will be contrast in styles
Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. The Rose Bowl is a living archive of football tradition. Every
Exotic animals part of Legislature’s to-do list
Associated Press COLUMBUS With a nearly $56 billion, two-year state budget already in place,
S. Korea president open to N. Korea nuclear talks
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea South Korea’s president opened the door today to possible
Mount Rainier ranger killed
Associated Press MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, Wash. A Mount Rainier National Park ranger was
Traffic deaths down in Ohio, up in Valley
Traffic deaths down in Ohio, up in Valley COLUMBUS Preliminary data show the number of people
Romney’s rivals press electability
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa With time running short, Ron Paul, Rick Santorum and other
NASA probe joins twin at moon
NASA probe joins twin at moon LOS ANGELES NASA says its twin spacecraft are now circling the
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Mission’ stays on top with $31.3 million LOS ANGELES Tom Cruise’s new mission
Flyers hosts to outdoor game
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Claude Giroux and Jaromir Jagr hit the ice looking more ready to
New England cod crisis has no easy answers
Associated Press BOSTON In an industry where agreement comes slowly, the sudden prospect of huge
Gingrich feels ‘Romney-boated’
Associated Press MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa Struggling to reverse a slide in his standing, Republican
Lake Erie ports look to host tall ships in 2013 celebration
Associated Press CINCINNATI Ports along Lake Erie in northern Ohio, Michigan and Canada are
Cable subscribers lose MSG Networks
Cable subscribers lose MSG Networks NEW YORK Subscribers of Time Warner Cable woke up New Year’s
Deschanel, Gordon-Levitt post New Year’s Eve duet
Deschanel, Gordon-Levitt post New Year’s Eve duet AP Photo NYET941 Eds: APNewsNow. With AP
How bad is health insurance?
Opinion: How bad is health insurance? With the Iowa caucuses scheduled for Tuesday, is there anything
bridge
bridge Weekly Quiz answers Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: xA J 10 8 5 4 3 uVoid vA K J 10
Governments at all levels must operate with caution
Editorial: We hold hope that 2012 will be the year of the taxpayer — if officeholders and candidates for
Police ID 2 men killed in Pittsburgh-area fire
Associated Press MCKEES ROCKS, Pa. Authorities in western Pennsylvania have identified two men
Hopeful signs seen for new year
By PALLAVI GOGOI AP Business Writer It’s a bittersweet way for investors to begin a new year.
years ago
Today is Monday, Jan. 2, the second day of 2012. There are 364 days left in the year. Associated
2012 Medicare debate all about the baby boomers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Baby boomers take note: Medicare as your parents have known it is
Weekly charts for the nation’s best-selling recorded music as they appear in this week’s
Weekly charts for the nation’s best-selling recorded music as they appear in this week’s issue of
2011 was the year of the recall
Opinion: By Joshua Spivak Los Angeles Times An enraged electorate made its presence felt in 2011, in part
CELEBRITY deaths of 2011
CELEBRITY deaths of 2011 ARTISTS, ENTERTAINERS AND MUSICIANS WE LOST LAST YEAR Associated
Ohio minimum wage rises 30 cents an hour
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohioans who earn minimum wage will see a boost in their hourly pay. As
Obama seeks right tone
Associated Press WASHINGTON Bullish yet wary, President Barack Obama is highlighting recent
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Brookfield Township trustees, reorganization meeting, 6:30 p.m., 6844 Strimbu
PHOTOS of the YEAR
PHOTOS of the YEAR A LOOK BACK AT THE IMAGES THAT CAPTURED OUR ATTENTION Staff report 2011
Sunday, January 1 (91 stories)
Ohio history museum seeking artifacts for exhibit of 1950s home
Ohio history museum seeking artifacts for exhibit of 1950s home Associated Press COLUMBUS For
1.1 million in Ohio have convictions for OVI
1.1 million in Ohio have convictions for OVI Associated Press AKRON More than 1.1 million
Columbus leads in homicides among big Ohio cities in 2011
Columbus leads in homicides among big Ohio cities in 2011 Staff/wire report COLUMBUS The
Minimum wage in Ohio increases to $7.70 per hour today
Minimum wage in Ohio increases to $7.70 per hour today Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohioans who
2012 looks like ‘frustrating’ year for stocks
2012 looks like ‘frustrating’ year for stocks By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN
Many Iowa caucus-goers still undecided; Santorum gains steam
Many Iowa caucus-goers still undecided; Santorum gains steam Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa
Traffic fatalities decrease in Ohio, increase in Mahoning in 2011
Traffic fatalities decrease in Ohio, increase in Mahoning in 2011 Staff and wire report COLUMBUS

Chrystal Rodman | William Morgante
PHILADELPHIA Chrystal Rodman and William Morgante, both of Philadelphia, were married Sept. 10

Joelle Wells | William Lucarell
HUBBARD Joelle Marie Wells of Ashland, Ohio, became the bride of William Edward Lucarell of

Diorio-Durkin wedding will be summer event
AUSTINTOWN Marietta Pearl of Austintown is announcing the engagement and coming marriage of her

California will be site of Park-Tran October wedding
POLAND The parents of Dr. Sarah Park of Poland are announcing her engagement to Dr. Michael Tran

Miss White to wed Mr. Evans in March ceremony
HUBBARD The parents of Jami White and Ryan Evans, both of Hubbard, are announcing the engagement

Gabriels honored at family dinner to mark 50th
BOARDMAN The Boardman home of Peter and Sandy Gabriel was the setting for a family dinner Nov. 25
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY McDonald will meet at 6 p.m. in the community room at the post office building. WEDNESDAY
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
What’s happening at the JCC
YOUNGSTOWN The Jewish Community Center will offer a variety of programs that will start in
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at

Historical society names 2012 officers
SALEM Members of Salem Historical Society named officers for 2012 recently during their annual
SENIOR CITIZENS
55 Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church. Bob and Willene
LOUIE MONDAY: The New Year's Eve quake
The New Year's Eve earthquake will be the discussion topic of the day on Monday's show with Vindicator Karl Henkel and state Sen. Joe Schiavoni.
Penguins rock CSU
YSU unrattled by quake, Vikings in league win By John Bassetti bassetti@vindy.com YOungstown
Brine's Barber Shop — A cut above the rest
Century-old barbershop in Girard never goes out of style By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com
Youngstown sisters’ book tells the story of their father’s criminal past
By christine keeling ckeeling@vindy.com Two Youngstown natives’ search to find whether a woman
Liberty standout Fitzgerald Toussaint emerges as Wolverines’ top back
When Fitzgerald Toussaint finally emerged as Michigan’s lead tailback in the middle of the season, running backs coach Fred Jackson sat him down.
Local bowlers reflect on what matters the most
Several weeks ago, the question — What matters the most to me about bowling? — was asked of
Valley residents resolve to do better in 2012
By Elise Franco Efranco@vindy.com Youngstown Dan and Betsy Pecchia made a joint resolution
FIRST NIGHT YOUNGSTOWN 2012 Crowds welcome new year with music, arts, fun
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It may have been several hours before 2011 wrapped
Phantoms fall to Ice again
Staff report INDIANAPOLIS The Youngstown Phantoms closed 2011 with Saturday’s 3-0 loss to the
Medina dealer offers free cars if Steelers blanked
Associated Press Cleveland Some car-buyers at a northeast Ohio car dealership will get their
Girl Scouts offer new treat for 2012 drive
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com MACEDONIA The annual Girl Scouts door-to-door cookie
Richard Haun named Volunteer of the Year for 2011
Staff report Youngstown Richard Hahn, president of the Keynote Media Group, is the Youngstown
Steelers playing in hopes of getting top seed
Associated Press CLEVELAND Ben Roethlisberger has played on one leg before and he’s willing to
METRO DIGEST || Popular Farrell bar owner shot to death
Popular bar owner killed in Farrell FARRELL, Pa. The owner of Basilone’s, a popular bar and
MILESTONES || Doctors
MILESTONES DOCTORS Canfield grad gets degree Dr. Michael Turjanica, formerly of Canfield,

Ohio bans injection wells near D&L site in Youngstown
Youngstown's New Year's Eve 4.0 quake was felt as far away as Buffalo.
record reviews
TRENT REZNOR/ ATTICUS ROSS Album: “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” soundtrack (The Null
US ups extremist fight in Pakistan
Associated Press OKARA, Pakistan Sultan Mehmood Gujar was a solid supporter of Islamist
david fincher ‘Dragon Tattoo’ director taps into another network
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Bumping into a reporter in a hotel lobby
Parents worrying for nothing
McClatchy Newspapers Q. Our 4-year-old daughter’s weight (25 pounds) is at the first percentile
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending Dec. 24
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “11/22/63” by Stephen King (Scribner) 2. “The Litigators” by John Grisham
San Francisco has a shot at No. 2 playoff seed
Associated Press ST. LOUIS A month ago, the San Francisco 49ers became the first team to clinch
Michigan State guard Foreman appreciates sacrifice of other
McClatchy Newspapers TAMPA, Fla. Senior left guard Joel Foreman can appreciate more than most
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. Whatever happened to the handsome French actor Louis Jourdan? M.B.,
Entertainer of the year: Lady Gaga
By JAKE COYLE AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK You might say that Lady Gaga’s year really
ENTERTAINMENT DIGEST || The top 25 concert tours of 2011
The top 25 concert tours of 2011 reaped $2.1 billion, about the same as last year. But North
Area bowling scores at a glance
Second-quarter winners Camelot — Island Tropic of Duke Girardi, Troy Wilson, James Billock, Tom
Try using powered subwoofers that have speaker-level inputs
Q. A salesman in a big box store told me that a powered subwoofer cannot be connected to a 2-channel
Foreclosure bus tours
McClatchy Newspapers FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. They boarded the Foreclosure Express Bus early one
CURRENT PRICES FOR ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Nestle’s Nescafe world globe glass mugs, marked, 6 oz., set of six, $30. Hobby horse, Texas
Kovalchuk’s penalty shot sparks the Devils past Penguins
Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. Before his team took the ice to face the Pittsburgh Penguins on
Buckeyes’ Rod Smith misses team flight and likely bowl game
By Doug Lesmerises The Plain Dealer JACKSONVILLE, Fla. At the start of the season, it looked
Oklahoma rolls for Insight win
Associated Press TEMPE, Ariz. Oklahoma dodged a big rally and a falling camera to pull out a
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Citibank v. Neal Golunka, money. Mark Klein et al v.
SPIRITS MAKE MONEY
By VICKI SMITH Associated Press WESTON, W.Va. Normally, Rebecca Jordan will take all the free
Retirees can decide to ReServe instead
McClatchy Newspapers MIAMI When Clarita Perez de Alejo retired four years ago from the corporate
President hopeful for progress
Associated Press HONOLULU Reflecting on a challenging year, President Barack Obama says he’s
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
England’s Derby Porcelain Works made these figurines, copies of famous statues of William
England’s Derby Porcelain Works made these figurines, copies of famous statues of William
years ago
Today is Sunday, Jan. 1, the first day of Leap Year 2012. There are 365 days left in the year.
SNAPZ || TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT
TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT What better way to start off a new year of Snapz than to showcase what our
Romney still front-runner in Iowa
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Mitt Romney is the clear Republican front-runner in Iowa in
Building a better life
High-tech training in the developing world San Jose Mercury News PHNOM PENH, Cambodia When Yon
Man with explosives detained at airport
Man with explosives detained at airport MIDLAND, Texas A man was detained Saturday after trying
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Youngstown City Council, reorganizational meeting, 8 p.m., City Hall 26 S. Phelps
New year, new hope
Associated Press NEW YORK Times Square was awash in hopeful sentiments as it welcomed hordes of
2011: THE YEAR OF NEAR-MISSES
2011: THE YEAR OF NEAR-MISSES Promising seasons for Steelers and Penguins end in disappointment
Challenges abound in new year
Opinion: From politics to the economy to the environment, 2012 will be a year of challenges for the Mahoning
Can you outgrow celiac disease?
Q. I always thought celiac disease was extremely rare and only affected young children. I was told
New alliance for Big Ten provides plenty of options
By Bill Rabinowitz The Columbus Dispatch The Big Ten and Pac-12 have been linked since Michigan
Men stun CSU to share first place
By ELTON ALEXANDER The Plain Dealer Cleveland Facing the bottom of the Horizon League barrel
Some wishes for the new year
Opinion: Some wishes for the new year I have a New Year’s wish list. Other readers may have ones of their
Pop culture Q&A
By Rich Heldenfels Q. I watched “White Christmas” starring Bing Crosby the other night, which
Collectors seek Staffordshire figurines
Figurines were the “photographs” of the 18th and 19th centuries. Well-known politicians, royalty,
california New grads facing struggle
McClatchy Newspapers SACRAMENTO, Calif. They have become the underemployed generation. Since
Birthdays
Birthdays Singer-guitarist Country Joe McDonald of Country Joe and the Fish is 70. Comedian Don
Local author takes first place in contest
Local author takes first place in contest BOARDMAN Julie Arduini, a Boardman writer with 12
Number-two Buckeyes bumped off by Indiana
Associated Press BLOOMINGTON, Ind. Indiana did it again. Three weeks after upsetting No. 1
Police in Kentucky find toys stolen from Ohio site
Associated Press ST. BERNARD, Ohio Thousands of dollars’ worth of toys stolen from a Cincinnati-
Florence + The Machine depend on each other
By DAVID BAUDER Associated Press NEW YORK Florence + The Machine are more like FLORENCE + the
Ravens can win North, Bengals can reach playoffs
Associated Press Cincinnati The cotton candy, hot dogs and two-for-one tickets worked. Paul
HANDSON
HANDSON Volunteering HandsOn Volunteer Network of the Valley, a United Way Agency, is the local
Occupy member explains flag burning
McClatchy Newspapers CHARLOTTE, N.C. An Occupy Charlotte member who was jailed after helping
Database considered for insanity defendants
Associated Press ENON, Ohio The fatal shooting of a sheriff’s deputy last New Year’s Day has
newsmakers
newsmakers James Earl Jones swears in NY sheriff POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. Not every county sheriff
Obama strategy: Target Congress
Chicago Tribune HONOLULU, Hawaii Heading into the new year, President Barack Obama will insist
“oprah’s next chapter” (9 p.m., own): Oprah’s back. In her new original
“oprah’s next chapter” (9 p.m., own): Oprah’s back. In her new original series, “Oprah’s Next
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