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TRAFICANT CASE Reps select inquiry panelists
Local state legislators want the House Democratic Caucus to step in to help the 17th District if the
DELPHI CORP. Local jobs are spared as company cuts back
Packard expects to cut hundreds of jobs next year as workers retire. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
NEW CASTLE With no driver, tractor-trailer crosses busy road, rams house
The owner had vacated the house two weeks ago in anticipation of its sale this week. By LAURE
Man to face charge
Man to face charge WARREN -- A 22-year-old Palmyra S.W. man was to appear in municipal court today
LAWRENCE COUNTY Fewer than expected protest assessments
New property values will be turned over to Lawrence County in May. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Fewer people
TRUMBULL COUNTY Company gets tax break for new jobs
The company is consolidating its Kentucky facility with the Howland facility. By DENISE DICK
WARREN Lawyers want statement to be thrown out
The defendant said the victim shot him first. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
YOUNGSTOWN Jury will consider indicting woman
The young woman's lawyer said she's having a tough time. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
COLUMBIANA CO. Farmers, others support sales tax
Commissioners said they'd keep trying to fund the agricultural extension service. By NORMAN LEIGH
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OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Mr. and Mrs. Paul W. King (Lisa L. Shaulis), 67 Elm St. N., Barre, Mass., formerly of Hubbard, are
FOOD AND CLOTHING
Friends House Chapel Church, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, 9 to 10 a.m. Friday. Food, clothing and
MVSD BOARD OF DIRECTORS Meeting highlights
At Wednesday's meeting: Chief engineer David Tabak reported Meander Reservoir is at 100 percent
GRAEDONS | The People's Pharmacy Don't let urban legend quash a garlic-rich diet
Q.A friend of mine sent me an article about garlic being toxic. He says it slows reflexes and
TRUMBULL COUNTY Lawyer urges officials to fix sewer problems
The county could face more lawsuits from the EPA, an assistant prosecutor said. By STEPHEN SIFF
NFL DRAFT Rating the cornerbacks
1. Quentin Jammer, Texas, 5-foot-111/2, 204 pounds. Broke up 57 career passes. 2. Philip
YOUNGSTOWN Judge: Parents, talk with your kids
Children shouldn't be pushed to grow up too soon, the judge said. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Two recuperate from shootings
LISBON -- Two Columbiana County men hospitalized in unrelated shootings are progressing in their
NEW CASTLE SCHOOLS Officials: Union's list is too restrictive
The union wants the school district to make contractors offer benefits to workers. By LAURE
NILES Edison pupils will vie in history competition
The competition is sponsored by the History Channel and National Geographic. NILES -- A number of
NEW CASTLE Retrial begins in murder case
The judge still must decide if a forensic pathologist can testify at the trial. NEW CASTLE, Pa. --
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Michael and Sherri Mascarella, 99 E. Omar Ave., Struthers, boy, April 13
Helping the homeless
Helping the homeless YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Continuum of Care, a coalition of
NFL DRAFT Cornerback Echols ready for next level
USA Today reported that the former Ursuline standout may be taken in the second round Saturday. By
YOUNGSTOWN Y2K plans kept state operating post-Sept. 11
Ohio was one of the first states to heed the call to get back to normal, the state treasurer said.
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL Boris gives Chaney assortment of hits
Gabe McKee hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the eighth inning to lift Hubbard over Liberty.
Home Depot considers Salem
SALEM -- Home Depot, a giant in the home improvement and do-it-yourself retail market, is
NILES Council approves payments for case
The city will pay $50,000 this year and $24,500 next year and in 2004. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Sweetening the storms with a touch of care
In Arizona, you run if just one raindrop hits you. You take it as a warning and skedaddle, fast!
Throwing the dogs a bonus
Opinion: Once again the idea that a company can't survive unless some of the key people who were there when
YOUNGSTOWN Speaker lists tips to avoid scams
The speaker even suggested that consumers shop in the community, rather than by phone, Internet or
TRUMBULL COUNTY HEALTH BOARD Attorney urges officials to clean up septic problems
The county could face more lawsuits from the EPA, an assistant prosecutor said. By STEPHEN SIFF
NEW CASTLE Fire causes house to collapse, fall down hill
Water flooded basements of two homes below the fire. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Fire officials are
Dem leaders spar at meeting
YOUNGSTOWN -- A subplot to the city council president vote played out Wednesday involving David
CRESTVIEW SCHOOLS Putting technology to fun use
Pupils will showcase their efforts in incorporating technology into their learning. By NANCY
GIRARD Man faints during plea to throwing semen
Gibson told the judge he doesn't know why he did it. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
BOARDS OF EDUCATION
BOARDS OF EDUCATION BROOKFIELD Agreed Wednesday to pay parents an approved state reimbursement
YOUNGSTOWN Evidence allowed in rape case
The judge ruled that police did nothing to taint the investigation of the rape. By BOB JACKSON
ON THE AGENDA Actions taken
City council handled these items Wednesday night: Heard Mike Cossack Jr. ask that the city
A CHILD'S LIFE | Facts and tips
Mahoning County Children Services handled 4,383 new cases involving children in 2,325 families in
MIKE ECHOLS On file
Age: 23. Hometown: Youngstown. High school: Ursuline. College: Wisconsin. Position:
2 charged in murder
2 charged in murder YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force has arrested
Make America 'no place for hate'
Opinion: The efforts of a young Massachusetts teen-ager to end stereotyping and prejudice -- first in her own
Traficant's supporters still hold him in high regard
Opinion: Traficant's supporters still hold him in high regard EDITOR: My support for Congressman James
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Rolando V. Nunez, 24, of 4550 Pembrook, #225, Austintown, and
This year, English Fest has Southern accents
A contingent of South Carolinians is making its way here. By RON COLE VINDICATOR EDUCATION
Man wearing Santa suit burns Confederate flag
Man wearing Santa suit burns Confederate flag COLUMBIA, S.C. -- A man wearing a black Santa suit
SHENANGO VALLEY Intergovernmental panel tackles questions concerning merger study
The subcommittee studying fire protection hasn't come up with a plan that pleases everyone. By
Ex-worker sues village
Ex-worker sues village LISBON -- A former village worker is suing the village, contending she was
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL LINESCORES CHANEY 15, RAYEN 1 Chaney35322--15160 Rayen10000--116 Charlie Jaminet,
MAHONING COUNTY Green Team wants recycling to be easier
The recycling division has several special collections planned for later this year. By BOB JACKSON
YOUNGSTOWN Jury to consider indicting woman
The young woman's lawyer said she's having a tough time. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME