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WKBN Traficant avoids talk of case, tells of FBI-mob link
The congressman said talking about his pending criminal case would prompt prosecutors to move his
WKBN Traficant debates his FBI allegation with columnist
The congressman said talking about his pending criminal case would prompt prosecutors to move his
Spartans bidding for first crown
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN -- After falling short in the state tournament
Jaclyn Reynolds to be bride of Eric McConnell
GIRARD -- The engagement of Jaclyn N. Reynolds and Eric McConnell, both of 258 E. Kline St., is
Miss Courtney, Michael Salapata to wed Sept. 15
Heather Lynn Courtney, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John M. Courtney, all of 322 E. Kline St., Girard,
VIENNA Fire chief buries dog for couple
The fire chief said he does not know the cause of the blaze that destroyed a township home and
Miss DeSimone, Mr. Easton plan summer wedding
BOARDMAN -- Louis and Frances DeSimone, 1355 Windel Way, announce the summer wedding plans of their
Success: County has 4 at state
Four Mahoning County baseball and softball teams will represent the Valley this week in state
YOUNGSTOWN Mail truck fire halts delivery on North Side; cause unknown
YOUNGSTOWN -- U.S. Postal Service officials are investigating a fire that broke out in one of their
EAST PALESTINE Hearing set for teacher accused of conspiracy to commit murder
The plot to kill did not involve any of the suspect's students. EAST PALESTINE -- A preliminary
Word gets local boy in Dutch
By MEGAN SCULLY STATES NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- It wasn't Greek, but the Dutch word that
SALEM YWCA aims to pair up with center
One official called the proposed partnership a good fit. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
AUSTINTOWN 5 new Fitch teachers hired
Four new social studies instructors are needed because of curriculum realignment. AUSTINTOWN --
FARRELL City must prove plant use
The state is concerned about sewage overflows into the Shenango River during periods of wet weather.
MERCER CO. Judge convicts calling-card thief
Authorities said the man used other people's phone cards to make more than $4,100 in calls. By
YOUNGSTOWN Revenue -- and expenses -- rise for HM hospitals
The closing of Youngstown Osteopathic Hospital is credited with increasing patients at St.
Karen S. Bartelmay, Jeff A. Salajko to be married in June 30 ceremony
BOARDMAN -- Herb and Mary Bartelmay of Boardman are announcing plans for the upcoming marriage of
NEW CASTLE Insurance investigators to assess fire damage to 3-story building
The blaze damaged Bruno's Tin Man Lounge and two apartments, but nobody was injured. NEW CASTLE,
Traficant debates his FBI allegation with columnist
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER BOARDMAN -- U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant Jr.
DeBartolo ice cream company teams with pretzel retailer
BOARDMAN -- DeBartolo Property Group is aligning its expanding ice cream company with a successful
TRUMBULL COUNTY Man indicted on charges related to rape in Warren
If convicted of the charges, the defendant faces up to 48 years in prison. WARREN -- A Trumbull
Encouraging news for GM Lordstown
Opinion: Absent a formal announcement from General Motors Corp. -- it now appears that the decision-makers
STATE BASEBALL Spartans bidding for first crown
Boardman is seeking the school's first state championship after three unsuccessful tries. By JOHN
DIVISION I BASEBALL Boardman vs. Maumee
Who: Boardman (23-5) vs. Maumee (20-10). What: Division I state semifinal. When:Thursday, 1:30
Revenue -- and expenses -- rise for HM hospitals
By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR YOUNGSTOWN -- The organization that runs St.
Professional nurses do care about their patients
Opinion: Professional nurses do care about their patients EDITOR: The recent letter "Nurses at fault for
Wagner-Kirtley wedding to be held in Kentucky
Announcement is being made of the engagement of Charity Marie Wagner, a daughter of Roger and Sandra
GIRARD SCHOOLS Consultants cite vents as root of health problem
Officials closed the school for the rest of the academic year. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Councilman leaves meeting after pledge
CRAIG BEACH -- A village councilman walked out of a special meeting Tuesday night saying he felt the
Police receive more tips in rape
By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- During the past week, city police Detective Andy
CSC STEEL Salaried workers to get bonuses
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN The bonuses were paid from cash the plant earned in its final days of
Councilwoman defends remarks
'It's all politics,' the councilwoman said. FARRELL, Pa. -- The public debate over some comments
Theft at McDonald's
Theft at McDonald's YOUNGSTOWN -- A man with a black bag covering his face took an undisclosed
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BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Charles and Leanna Latronico, 6175 Mount Everett S.E., Hubbard, boy, May 29. Mark
Littleton-Cicero wedding plans are revealed
An early summer wedding is planned by Michelle Littleton, daughter of Lynn Littleton of McDonald and
June 23 nuptials are planned by Kristin Dickmann, Mr. Stephens
POLAND -- The engagement of Kristin Maley Dickmann, 1816 Lakehill Court, Columbus, and James Paul
YOUNGSTOWN Sheriff disputes inmate's lawsuit
The sheriff said the inmate's allegations are ridiculous. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
CANFIELD Police receive more tips in rape
Authorities believe they have the bat that was used in the rape. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
What does an umpire wear under his robe?
Opinion: Every playing field in the United States just got nine new officials, and they're all wearing robes.
Exonerate those falsely hanged as witches
Opinion: If men and women were accused of witchcraft today, they would probably find their stories on the
CANFIELD Trustees act on waterline project pact
One trustee dissented because her lawyer had not reviewed the resolutions. By IAN HILL
YOUNGSTOWN After layoffs, CCA works on 2 pacts
The prison company is calling the cuts 'temporary layoffs.' By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER
Charged in assaults
Charged in assaults SHARON, Pa. -- Police said a 29-year-old Transfer man faced arraignment today
WHEELING-PITTSBURGH STEEL Holding company to buy Pitt-Canfield Corp.
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN STAFF/WIRE REPORTS YOUNGSTOWN -- WHX Corp. will give Wheeling-
SPELLING BEE Word gets local boy in Dutch
The Vindicator spelling champ had never heard of the word and took his best shot. By MEGAN SCULLY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Indictments A Trumbull County grand jury handed up indictments Tuesday against these people to Judge John Stuard of common pleas court. The grand jury also indicted four people
Jason E. Adams, 22, Spring Street, Warren, possession of crack cocaine. Aaron L. Brown, 25, Fourth
STRUTHERS Burglaries center on Yellow Creek area
Assorted items were taken, varying from bikes to yard equipment. STRUTHERS -- The city suffered a
GAIL WHITE Program seeks to lead kids to the right path
"Do you know why you're here?" Benita Forest, Juvenile Diversion Officer for the Youngstown Police
SHENANGO VALLEY Municipalities hire consultant to evaluate sewer systems
The study could help determine future sewer needs for the communities. FARRELL, Pa. -- L. Robert
STATE TRACK 2 track teams have 'brotherly' ties
The Maplewood and McDonald High track teams, coached by the Rupe brothers, have a special
Area superintendent prepares for state job
Area superintendent prepares for state job WARREN -- Superintendent Elizabeth Ross is tying up
Consultants cite vents as root of school's problem
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD -- The heating and air conditioning system in
House fire probed
House fire probed WARREN -- Firefighters are investigating the cause of a blaze at a Woodbine
YOUNGSTOWN Lawsuit over body mix-up is over
A Canfield woman said she wanted vindication, not a payday, from the case. By BOB JACKSON
TRUMBULL COUNTY Dispatcher honored for saving baby
WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners were to honor 911 dispatcher John Williamson today for
Chapman-Percic wedding date to be Aug. 11
BOARDMAN -- Dawn Elle Chapman and Joseph Adam Percic, both of Melbourne Avenue, are announcing plans
Takeisha Hall to wed Donald Ruff Jr. July 21 at First Presbyterian Church
BRONX, N.Y.-- Announced by Takeisha T. Hall and Donald M. Ruff Jr., both of 930 Grand Concourse, are
GM LORDSTOWN There is much to do before plant remodel
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN Negotiations on a state financing package for the plant overhaul are
No new disease cases confirmed
By STEPHANIE UJHELYI VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BELOIT -- Health officials say no additional