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Voters defeat 2 Fairview referendums
FREDONIA, Pa. -- A last-minute push by an anonymous group of Fairview Township residents sent two
Woman finds 3 daughters tied up at home
YOUNGSTOWN -- A West Ravenwood Avenue mother who returned from the store around 6 p.m. Wednesday
Bundy-Woodard engagement is annnounced
YOUNGSTOWN -- Announcement is being made by Debra Cummings-Bundy, 1472 McGuffey Road, and Willie and
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Jeffrey and Kimberly Kalmer, 2469 Canfield Road, Youngstown, boy, May 16. Michael
June rite set for Miss Tyger, Stephen Bycroft
AUSTINTOWN -- Plans for their upcoming marriage are being revealed by Heather Tyger and Stephen
June nuptials planned by Melissa Trigg
CANFIELD -- Bill and Susanne Trigg, 6881 Summit Drive, announce the engagement of their daughter,
MERCER CO. BUS ROUTES COG aims to boost security
COG will buy police cars, and the police will provide increased security. By HAROLD GWIN
TRUMBULL COUNTY Child-support workers join AFSCME pay plan
The county's personnel director said the pay grades are fair and treat most employees the same. By
TRANSFER, PA. State education department takes action against teacher
The teacher involved resigned from the school district six years ago. TRANSFER, Pa. -- It took
THE SERIES Penguins vs. Devils
New Jersey 3, Pittsburgh 1. Pittsburgh 4, New Jersey 2, series tied 1-1. Tonight New Jersey at
WARREN City sets sights on junk cars
The city is considering a $150 fee for owners whose cars are towed. By AMANDA C. DAVIS
LAWRENCE COUNTY Ex-officer for legion post faces trial on theft charge
His attorney believes the matter is a civil issue and not a criminal matter. By LAURE CIOFFI
Official: Pine needles show salt damage
Official: Pine needles show salt damage Every spring, what appear to be dead pine trees line area
UNION SCHOOLS Board meeting
The Union School Board, New Castle, Pa., did the following at its meeting Wednesday: Introduced an
BMX contest scheduled
BMX contest scheduled HUBBARD -- Section 8 Skatepark will have a BMX contest Sunday in beginner,
Magee-Case wedding date is set for June 9
HILLSBORO -- Mr. and Mrs. Greg Magee of Hillsboro are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Testa-Farris troth announced, date set for wedding
Plans for their forthcoming marriage are being announced by Alyssa Anne Testa, 1342 Virginia Trail,
In the world of DreamWorks' newest characters, computers soften the lines between fantasy and
In the world of DreamWorks' newest characters, computers soften the lines between fantasy and
MUSKINGUM Three area softball players are in College World Series
Tami Anglin, Erin Zupko and Angie Burnside and their Muskingum teammates open play today in Eau
MERCER COUNTY Housing officials to apply for $1.3M
Some authority residents are jumping the gun on a pending pet policy that will allow them to have
Melissa Mosora, Stephen Smith Jr. to be married
BROOKFIELD -- A summer wedding is planned by Melissa Lynne Mosora and Stephen Kenneth Smith Jr.,
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MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Eric R. Olsen, 23, of 2634 Oakwood Ave., Youngstown, and Lori
ST. BRENDAN SCHOOL Computer lesson and chip challenge
Troyers bested Frito Lay, chocolate beat white milk, and Jolly Time provided a jolly time, these
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Officials seek to hire lawyer in records case
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- Columbiana County officials are seeking court
Farrell man indicted on federal drug charge
Farrell man indicted on federal drug charge CLEVELAND -- Federal grand jury indictments have been
COLUMBIANA CO. Portage lawyer to handle case
The lawyer tapped for the assignment has plenty of trial experience, the county prosecutor says.
Salem win drops Howland from race
SALEM -- E.J. Boron doubled home Judd Crowgey to tie the game, and then scored the winning run on
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Heigh-hoe: It's off to Streetscape volunteers go
Grab your rake, roll up your sleeves and join Streetscape 2001. It's time for the flowers to bloom
Wilmington schools keep millage steady
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- The Wilmington Area School District has introduced a $13.3 million general
K.O. DRUGS BOXING RESULTS
WEDNESDAY'S QUARTERFINALS RESULTS Lowerclass bouts Bantamweights: Juan Vega, Campbell (2-0),
PREP SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE
BASEBALL WEDNESDAY'S SCORES DIVISION I TOURNAMENT At Cene Park Boardman 6, Maple Heights 1
SALEM Toxic site office will be closed
Inquiries being made at the office are tapering, prompting the closing. SALEM -- After more than a
June vows set for Miss Cravener, Ronald Hook
MASURY -- Mr. and Mrs. Gary Cravener of Masury are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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Boardman wins on Krieger's 3-hitter
The Spartans eliminated Maple Heights 6-1. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT STRUTHERS
DISTRICT 10 TRACK Hickory hurdler Fazio state qualifier in highs
Hornet freshman pole vaulter Andrew Rademacher also qualified for the state meet. By BILL ALBRIGHT
YOUNGSTOWN Measure for arts funding tabled
A Traficant spokesman said the request had been tabled while a House committee sought more
Police arrest father of 3 girls found tied up, gagged in home
YOUNGSTOWN -- A West Ravenwood Avenue mother who returned from the store around 6 p.m. Wednesday
A stormy relationship
By PAUL WHEATLEY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER LOWELLVILLE -- A little more than a month after a
Lori Vitale to be bride of Mr. Worsencroft
NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Lori Vitale and Todd Worsencroft, both of New Middletown, are engaged. The
By DAVID SKOLNICK
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER NILES -- The Trumbull County Federation of Labor,
Hints help female politicians dress for leadership roles
NEW YORK (AP )-- The look of leadership for a successful female politician must convey wisdom,
River consortium to unveil sign
STRUTHERS -- A sign will be unveiled at the next Mahoning River Consortium meeting, 1 to 3 p.m.
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS WEDNESDAY 2nd--Rednik (S.Spieth)6.403.002.20 Pure White Trim
Wedding planned by Staci Cassidy, Christopher Wills
BERLIN CENTER -- The engagement of Staci J. Cassidy and Christopher Wills, both of 8742 Pinnacle
Heather Roberts, Brian Yurjevich to wed in June
SOUTHINGTON -- Plans for the forthcoming marriage of Heather Dawn Roberts and Brian Stuart Yurjevich
SHENANGO ENTERPRISE ZONE Board searching for new coordinator
Thomas Stanton said he plans to run for president of the agency's board. By HAROLD GWIN
Nurses say use of replacements won't solve Forum Health's woes
One official said Forum doesn't carry strike insurance that would help offset the cost of the
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South Range falls to Windham
The Raiders were bounced in the district final 4-3. By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
New deadlines for Where to Go
New deadlines for Where to Go People often ask how they can have news published on our weekly
By BOB JACKSON
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Management and striking union
STRUTHERS Staff at school backs principal
Michael Orenic still contends the mayor should have kept a contentious message to himself. By PAUL
DIVISION III SOFTBALL Raiders blank United, eye Garfield
Against Middlefield Cardinal, Champion also plays for a district title. NORTH LIMA -- The South
VICTORIA JACKSON She can do stand-up standing on her hands
The 'SNL' alum talks about her life in Miami as the wife of a cop and mother of two girls. By
LEETONIA Family of nine needs a home after fire loss
The family needs everything, the Red Cross director said. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM
DIVISION II SOFTBALL Poland finally defeats Tallmadge for crown
The Bulldogs' defense came up with the plays when needed in the 4-1 victory. By BILL SULLIVAN
DIV. I DISTRICT BASEBALL Graham's blast subdues Fitch
Zack Graham's homer in the 11th lifted Shaker Heights past Fitch 2-1. By JOHN BASSETTI
CAMPBELL Quality of water brings complaints
The mayor says the water's quality has improved and should be back to 100 percent shortly. By PAUL
Poland fighters tough
Poland fighters tough Nine Poland High boxers won bouts to set a record Wednesday at the
LORDSTOWN SCHOOLS Board holds off on levy
The district has been in fiscal emergency since December 2000. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
DISTRICT TENNIS 2 doubles teams win state spots
Advancing were players from Canfield and Howland. ROCKY RIVER -- Shalin Shah and Chris Kuppler of
MCDONALD Mayor's vote breaks deadlock to forgive debts from '98, '99
Solicitor William M. Roux was rehired for another two years and received a raise. McDONALD --
KO DRUGS BOXING Poland's nine wins set tourney record
Greg Simcox, Lou Zamadio, Joe Merolillo and Mike Ramun all scored their second wins. By BOB ROTH
NILES City reappoints representative to MVSD
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- C. William Burgess will continue as the city's
Cause of fire found
Cause of fire found YOUNGSTOWN -- A fire attributed to electrical failure of a refrigerator caused
YOUNGSTOWN City council
Council handled these issues Wednesday: Unanimously passed an ordinance designating the land
Film appears destined to be classic
By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Like the best and most enduring children's movies,
Moving quickly toward safety
Opinion: Police cars and fire engines have sirens and flashing lights for a reason. We expect emergency
NEW CASTLE District justice steps aside
Cubbal's hearing was continued when it was learned his original public defender had a conflict of
BALLEW MURDER Johnson case goes before high court
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Lawyers were to plead their cases