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Stories published April 21, 2002

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

NBA PLAYOFF ROUNDUP Saturday's games

Pacers 89, Nets 83 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Jermaine O'Neal scored all but two of his 30 points in


In this corner, boxing is a hit

There was a time when I wouldn't give boxing a chance. I didn't want to hear about who was


STAGE REVIEW Players compose insightful 'Amadeus'

Engaging performances paint a vivid picture of the revered Mozart. By MARGARET NERY VINDICATOR


HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS East High School

Tony Cardarelli Chosen for football, Tony was a two-year letterman in football and baseball. He


ANTHRAX SCARE Valley still checks on mail

One local TV station opens each piece of mail as if it could be contaminated. By DON SHILLING


LifeBanc serves as a guide through the transplant process

By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR HEALTH WRITER DONATING AND RECEIVING ORGANS are life and death


Area utilities respond quickly when the electricity goes out

By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER Except for the occasional blinking clock and need to reset


Morford: Rep had odd mix of friends

Along the way, the congressman acquired some interesting friends, many convicted felons. By


SAN FRANCISCO 49ers excited with top choice

The "War Room" was buzzing when the team selected cornerback Mike Rumph of Miami. By TOM WILLIAMS


Supermax inmates deserve to be there

Opinion: Supermax inmates deserve to be there EDITOR: Having been the wife of an Ohio corrections


Traficant has fans and foes in Portage, Summit counties

Most people in Portage and Summit counties, when asked about the congressional race, could not


STANDINGS

Who: Phillies (Duckworth 1-0) at Pirates (K. Wells 2-1). When: 1:35 p.m. Radio/TV: WKST-AM


GAME TIME Today

Who: Indians (Finley 1-1) at Twins (Reed 1-1). When: 2:05 p.m. Radio/TV: WKBN-AM (570), Fox


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Troopers urge caution after soaring traffic deaths among young

By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- Getting behind the wheel? Buckle up. Slow


49ERS DRAFT Rams' offense played role in first round choice

San Francisco still feels St. Louis is the team to beat and a strong secondary is the only way. By


Jubilee Gardens luncheon is planned

YOUNGSTOWN -- The 2002 kick-off luncheon program for the Jubilee Gardens will be held from 11 a.m.


GRAEDONS | People's Pharmacy A loss of libido at menopause threatens marriage

Q. I am a 48-year-old woman who has been happily married for 17 years. Now I have entered menopause


Troopers urge caution after soaring traffic deaths among county's young

By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- Getting behind the wheel? Buckle up. Slow


COLUMBIANA COUNTY

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Richard Hutcheson, 36701 state Route 30, Lisbon, vs. Nancy


By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER RIAN ORFIN HATED TEACHING. He was miserable in


FUND-RAISERS Ulster Peace Project to sponsor 'Rock Off,' dinner and concert

The cross-cultural experience for Irish teens and their American host families promotes peace,


Domenico-Klinke wedding is set for early June

POLAND -- Kathleen Klinke, 8384 Weathered Wood Trail, is announcing the coming marriage of her son,


SCHEDULE | Italian Celebration

Lawrence County's Italian Celebration is planned for June 22-23 at Cascade Park. Two-day passes are


HOW TO FIND THEM Merchants on eBay

E-mail addresses for eBay and the local eBay merchants mentioned: eBay: www.ebay.com Brian


VETERANS

VETERANS 2nd in national speech COLUMBUS -- Jason Hibner of Vandalia, Ohio, a junior at


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Time passes, but Kerins stays same

If you could select one Mercer County man who has done more to promote the game of golf than any


Nicholas Skrinjar, 18, of Pine Hollow Road, Rogers, Jan. 19 on state Route 7, Middleton Township.

Nicholas Skrinjar, 18, of Pine Hollow Road, Rogers, Jan. 19 on state Route 7, Middleton Township.


Amy Robinson, Brian K. Jones to be married

COLUMBUS -- Announcement is being made of the engagement of Amy Jean Robinson and Brian K. Jones,


NEWTON FALLS For 30+ years, Larry Durkos brought power to the people

NEWTON FALLS -- Larry Durkos is ready to pull the plug on a 31-year career of keeping the lights on.


ELIZABETH TYRAN R. STEPHEN HAYES

ELIZABETH TYRAN R. STEPHEN HAYES HUBBARD -- Elizabeth J. Tyran and R. Stephen Hayes, both of


Fun night and reverse raffle planned as scholarship benefit

Proceeds will be applied to college scholarships presented by the organization. YOUNGSTOWN --


ATP MASTERS SERIES-MONTE CARLO

ATP MASTERS SERIES-MONTE CARLO At Monte Carlo, Monaco Purse: $2.95 million Surface: Clay-


Bova-Volpe vows to be exchanged in Massachusetts

YONKERS, N.Y. -- Mr. and Mrs. Jack Bova, 41 Inwood St., are announcing the engagement of their


MAHONING VALLEY Group to pick winner

Cleveland's first female mayor will be keynote speaker for the evening. YOUNGSTOWN -- Twenty-five


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BASEBALL LINESCORES MOONEY 16, ST. VINCENT-ST. MARY 14 Mooney0183130--1674 Akron SVSM7230101--


CELESTE WITT TODD WALLACE

CELESTE WITT TODD WALLACE COLUMBUS -- The wedding of Celeste Christine Witt and Todd Michael


From death comes triumph of life

By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR HEALTH WRITER ORGAN DONATION IS AN EMOTIONAL ROLLER coaster in


NEW CASTLE Italian festival grows

A free children's area will include face painting, clowns and crafts. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


JILL GEIGER RICHARD PALUMBO II

JILL GEIGER RICHARD PALUMBO II LOWELLVILLE -- Jill Geiger and Richard Palumbo II were married at 2


WITH THE VETS | Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of April 21: MONDAY Korean War Veterans, Chapter 137, at American


UP CLOSE Mike Rumph

Position: Cornerback. College: Miami (Fla.) Overall pick: No. 27. Height/Weight: 6-2, 205.


Zimmermans honored on 50th at dinner party

SAVANNAH, Ga. -- Retired Col. and Mrs. L. E. Zimmerman, 410 Arlington Road, formerly of Liberty,


HOW YOU SEE IT

HOW YOU SEE IT Would you give? The Vindicator asked 100 of its News Contacts what reasons would


LISA ANN JEREN BRENDAN MONAGHAN

LISA ANN JEREN BRENDAN MONAGHAN YOUNGTOWN -- The marriage of Lisa Ann Jeren, 8199 Burgess Lake


LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

POLAND -- Todd M. Bury, an investment professional with Franklin Financial Services, has been named


PREP BASEBALL Late rally helps Mooney upend Irish in tourney

Fitch's Shawn Sutton hit a game-winning single to beat Howland. STRUTHERS -- Cardinal Mooney made


& lt;P & gt; & lt;B & gt;CHACON & lt;/B & gt;, John,

& lt;P & gt; & lt;B & gt;CHACON & lt;/B & gt;, John, 42, of Youngstown; no


GIMME 3 REASONS Coming to Youngstown

Some WYSU-FM listeners had this to say when asked to submit the top three reasons Michael Feldman


JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Emergency generators increase in popularity

Q. There are occasional electrical power outages in my area, so I thought about getting an automatic


DAY OF PRAYER Greenville

"America United Under God," Greenville's version of the National Day of Prayer, is set for May 2.


GREENVILLE, PA. Events to focus on prayer

The event includes a prayer walk through the downtown business district. By HAROLD GWIN


Smokers Anonymous

Smokers Anonymous YOUNGSTOWN -- Humility of Mary Health Partners plans to establish a chapter of


ATHLETIC TRAINING

ATHLETIC TRAINING Speed Training, Jump Stretch, Power Training and Bosu classes -- The two-hour


CATHERINE BOSLEY RICHARD BROWN

CATHERINE BOSLEY RICHARD BROWN BOARDMAN -- Good Hope Lutheran Church was the setting at 4:30 p.m.


HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL Boardman falls in tourney, 3-2

The Spartans dropped a 3-2 decision in eight innings to Carl Sandburg of Illinois. By BRIAN LESTER


Stephenses celebrate 50th at luncheon

BANDON, Ore. -- Mr. and Mrs. John J. Stephens of 88502 Agate Lane, formerly of Youngstown, were


MORNING COFFEE: Roger Blair of Ravenna says he is not concerned that his hometown will be forgotten

MORNING COFFEE: Roger Blair of Ravenna says he is not concerned that his hometown will be forgotten


Family dinner held to honor Carlson jubilee

NEW MIDDLETOWN -- A family dinner April 14 at the Holiday Inn South in Boardman honored Mr. and Mrs.


Our Lady of Fatima members to observe club's 50th year

YOUNGSTOWN -- Members of Our Lady of Fatima Garden Club will mark the club's 50th anniversary with a


CAREER PATHS

ELECTRICAL SUPPLIER YOUNGSTOWN -- Winkle Electric, a provider of electrical arts, supplies and


Gear up for events May 29-June 2 during Drive for Dough fund-raiser

A raffle of a Harley Davidson motorcycle will highlight the event. BOARDMAN -- Bands, games, a


HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL South Range sweeps by Clippers

After winning the opener 4-2, the Raiders had to battle for a 2-1 win in the nightcap. By JOHN


Victorian-homes event scheduled in Oil City

OIL CITY, PA. -- The stories of historical homes and how to preserve the homes for future


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Edward and Sherry Cruz, 570 Idora Lane, Struthers, girl, April 19. Eboni Williams


CARE TIPS Mower management

Lawn mowers need routine maintenance. Several experts recommend: If you didn't clean the mower


Fans favor Green, still want OL help

Former and current Browns players attended the Browns Backers Draft Party. By JOE SCALZO


TRAFICANT CASE Morford: Rep had odd mix of friends

Along the way, the congressman acquired some interesting friends, many who are felons. By PATRICIA


Supercomputer takes title as world's fastest

Supercomputer takes title as world's fastest NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new Japanese supercomputer has


UP CLOSE Kendall Simmons

Position: Offensive guard. College: Auburn. Overall pick: No. 30. Height/weight: 6-2, 311.


Jacksons feted at reception on anniversary

YOUNGSTOWN -- A family gathering was held April 20 at the Radisson Hotel in West Middlesex, Pa., in


FUND-RAISERS March of Dimes plans series of annual Walk America events

Area parks will be used for the three events. Three area parks will serve as sites for the 32nd


Risky waste to be collected

CANFIELD -- A household hazardous-waste collection for Mahoning County residents is set for May 11


NEW PARTS OF THE 17TH: The changes to the state's congressional districts mean much of Portage

NEW PARTS OF THE 17TH: The changes to the state's congressional districts mean much of Portage


Announced April 8

Announced April 8 FICTION Empire Falls by Richard Russo (Alfred A. Knopf) DRAMA


O'Toole best choice for 11th District Court of Appeals

Opinion: In selecting a judge for Ohio's 11th District Court of Appeals, Republican voters in Trumbull,


PREP SOFTBALL Chaney avenges loss by routing Canton Timken

Poland beat Akron Ellet, but fell to Massillon Jackson. CANTON -- The Chaney High softball team


Fanfare:

Fanfare: Sadly, Kent State, not surprisingly, lost another great basketball coach to greener


Pope cannot equivocate on sexual abuse scandal

Opinion: When Pope John Paul II holds an extraordinary meeting this week with American cardinals to discuss