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SCOTT SHALAWAY Most birds are really just lightweights
The body weights of birds are not something I have cataloged in my short term memory, but I know
BASKETBALL MEMORIAL Final Denney fund-raiser basketball game set Monday
The game will help the late John Denney's daughter, Sarah, become an attorney, like her dad. By
LIBRARY SCHEDULES | Activities for May
YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY "May is for Moms." Stories and craft for ages 3-6 at 1:30 p.m. May
YOUNGSTOWN Free comics coming soon
A movie tie-in is designed to bring customers to comic stores. YOUNGSTOWN -- It's a childhood
Mosquito addition will help wildlife
For the past 20 years, the Mosquito Creek Wildlife Area in Trumbull County pretty much stayed the
Redrawn lines get mixed reactions
Those living in Columbiana County and rural portions of Mahoning County say they are pleased with
MLS ROUNDUP Saturday's games
Crew 1, United 0 COLUMBUS -- Jon Busch had a shutout in his first career start, and the Columbus
War on terrorism earns spot
The veterans museum recently acquired two Iraqi guns involved in Operation Desert Storm. By
MERCER CO. Fornelli: Caseload requires 4th judge
The court is running at least a two-month backlog on its nonemergency issues, the president judge
IROC-True Value Results
IROC-True Value Results Saturday At California Speedway Fontana, Calif. Lap length: 2.0-mile
Mahoning County GOP needs a new chairman
Opinion: Mahoning County GOP needs a new chairman EDITOR: Not since the early 1960s, when E. Ray Davis,
JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Advances have improved solar-powered lighting
Q. I am not good with electrical wiring, so I want to try some solar-powered lights for landscaping
YSU Honors convocation
2001-02 DISTINGUISHED PROFESSORSHIP AWARDS (pictured at right) TEACHING: Steven R. Brown,
NHL ROUNDUP Saturday's playoff games
Hurricanes 1, Devils 0 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Ron Francis scored a power-play goal in the second
Barco anniversary is celebrated at St. Rose Church
GIRARD -- A surprise reception was held April 27 at St. Rose Church to honor of Mr. and Mrs. Frank
IF YOU GO Sawgrass Recreation Park
Where: Just west of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Phone: (800) 457-0788 On the Web:
KEYSTONE CLIPS A Donny Osmond moment
Two-year-old Natalie Miller of Hermitage wasn't that impressed when singer Donny Osmond came up to
The race is on to rack up points
Unlike the racers of yesteryear who built cars from soap boxes and buggy wheels, today's
HOW HE SEES IT Assisted suicide cannot be permitted
Opinion: By ERIC CHEVLEN, M.D. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR The Vindicator's editorial concerning physician-
PREP SOFTBALL Brown's grand slam first for Cards
In Struthers' 16-1 win over Campbell, Michelle Zanni, a freshman making her first pitching start,
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Charles F. Champlin, 24, of 17462 Hewitt Gifford, Warren, and
NILES Lou Bizzarro Jr. in first TV fight at the Bud Dome
The product of a 50-year boxing family will bring a 16-1-0 record into the May 11 show. NILES --
MERCER COUNTY | Road Work
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will be doing road maintenance on the following Mercer
LIBERTY SCHOOLS Board begins work on policy requiring bonds for clubs
A bonding requirement is an issue for the small groups that support the rural school's programs.
Greer-Antalocy engagement is announced
PULASKI, Pa. -- Mr. and Mrs. Hillary S. Greer, R.D. 1, announce the engagement of their daughter,
LUMBER AND HAMMERS
LUMBER AND HAMMERS A guide to selection and usage The first step in any interior or exterior
Weathersfield trustees reschedule caucus
Weathersfield trustees reschedule caucus MINERAL RIDGE -- Weathersfield Township trustees have
ON THE SCHEDULE Community meetings
Two-hour meetings are set for each community to get input for the countywide comprehensive plan. All
CANFIELD MUSEUM War on terrorism earns spot
The veterans museum recently acquired two Iraqi guns involved in Operation Desert Storm. By
Markel-Hopper engagement is made known
CORTLAND -- The engagement of Danielle Renee Markel and Patrick Ian Hopper is being announced by her
LOCAL
LOCAL Former Brown writes autobiography "From Ghetto To God: The Incredible Journey of NFL Star
FRIDAY'S GAMES
FRIDAY'S GAMES American League Boston 4, Tampa Bay 2 Detroit 3, Minnesota 2, 10 innings
LARICCIA'S
LARICCIA'S Family flavor History of Lariccia's Italian Marketplace: Founded: Joseph Lariccia
A fresh start or a bad mix? Views vary on 17th District
About half of the Democrats asked are undecided about who will get their vote. By DAVID SKOLNICK
WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings
Meeting schedule for the week of April 28: TODAY VVA 135, Vietnam Veterans, at American Legion
WHAT'S DOING?
EVENTS Lakes Tournament Trail: West Branch May 11, Berlin Reservoir June 23, Mosquito Creek
The Vindicator
The Vindicator FUND-RAISER: Columbiana Women's Club will hold its annual Victorian Tea from noon
JACK WOLLITZ Finding walleye in some locally overlooked places
Walleye anglers looking to broaden their horizons would do well to check out some of this area's
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
SATURDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL SCORES Chaney 9, Campbell 2 Boardman 15-16, North Canton Hoover
Meet Mahoning Valley
Meet Mahoning Valley YOUNGSTOWN -- Meet the Mahoning Valley, a one-day opportunity for relocated
VETERANS
VETERANS Cemetery decorations YOUNGSTOWN -- Flag holders should be in place on veterans' graves
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Today -- Baseball at Butler (DH), noon; Men's and Women's Tennis at
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Fly fishers want to keep special waters
According to one of the largest reports released by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, there
New location, but store has same flavor
With its move to Boardman, Lariccia's added gourmet lines that are attracting new customers. By
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials set up meetings, seek residents' input
The plan is expected to be completed later this year. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
'THE SIEGE' Poet turns to war in tale of survival
The book can evoke shivers as well as other sensations. By ROB STOUT SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR
SARAH GOMORI BRIAN DONNELLY
SARAH GOMORI BRIAN DONNELLY CANFIELD -- Old North Church was the setting at 3:30 p.m. March 23 as
LORA KLINICH | HOBERT LAMBERT
YOUNGSTOWN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place at 3:30 p.m. April 6 as Lora Lynn Klinich and
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Wal-Mart cruise offers
Wal-Mart cruise offers In what must be a milestone in the transformation of cruising from elite to
BOARDMAN GOP committee candidate denies charges
The ex-spokesman for a Republican group says he's been harassed since declaring his candidacy. By
BENEFIT Sorority plans workshops, fashion show
Proceeds will benefit the chapter's scholarship fund and will support outreach activities in the
Miss Lokomski to wed Mr. Cisine in Pennsylvania
ROCHESTER, Pa. -- Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lokomski, 1481 Maple St., are announcing the engagement of
MAHONING COUNTY Ryan returns Dem money
The state senator said he took full responsibility for what he called a misunderstanding
SECOND NATIONAL Bank is No. 1 SBA lender
Bank officials say they lend to entrepreneurs in the hope that some will grow to be million-dollar
TRUMBULL COUNTY Program at TCTC is earning praise
The school serves students from rural and urban districts. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
EXPLAINING THE SAWGRASS: Airboat captain Brian Duncan explains some of the nutritional properties
EXPLAINING THE SAWGRASS: Airboat captain Brian Duncan explains some of the nutritional properties
Fans remember Lopes
Fans remember Lopes ATLANTA -- Fans of Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes on Saturday mourned the loss of an
HONORS Yo-Mah-O names winners of awards
The event took place at Antone's Banquet Centre. BOARDMAN -- Members of Yo-Mah-O Chapter,
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY! May Belle Schisler
Born: May 1, 1902, in Sharpsville, Pa., the oldest of four children born to Ceil and Alice Frisbie.
Miss Ragazzine, Mr. Valley plan June wedding
GIRARD -- Plans for the forthcoming marriage of Dominique N. Ragazzine and Steven E. Valley, both of
SBA LENDER
SBA LENDER Second National Bank For four consecutive years, Second National Bank has had the
INSTALLATION Association to mark 75th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN -- Catholic Collegiate Association will celebrate the 75th anniversary of its founding
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements
Eaton Group GMAC Real Estate has received the National GM Family First Referral Award for ranking
ICL-TCL SOFTBALL W. Reserve freshman no-hits Leetonia, 12-0
West Branch swept its way past Crestview. LEETONIA -- Western Reserve High freshman Katie Harmon
Rene & eacute; Kahler, John Carbone are engaged
STRUTHERS -- John and Joanne Carbone, 514 Creed St., are announcing the engagement of their son,
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Gene and Tina LaFleme, 2110 Windsor Ave., Youngstown, girl,
Michelle Eagle, Steve Patrick to marry May 18
GIRARD -- Don and Barb Eagle, 1125 Keefer Road, are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
MAHONING VALLEY Government study can mislead, area nursing home officials say
There are other good ways to get information about nursing homes-- the most important is to visit
Amy Hadfield, Cameron Baker to wed June 29
WARREN -- Ronald and Carol Baker, 275 Ellsworth-Bailey Road, are announcing the coming marriage of
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Melvin K. Kennedy
The FBI and the Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public to help find this
A river of grass
By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- President Harry Truman helped
Terrie Malarich to be bride of James D. Stewart
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert Connor of Youngstown are announcing the forthcoming marriage of
CLEANUPS Neighborhood projects
The times, dates and places of coming neighborhood cleanup projects in the area: MAY 4 Northeast
Beltempo-Hooper wedding to be May 25 in Salem
SALEM -- Mr. and Mrs. Nile Beltempo, 970 Homewood Ave., are announcing the forthcoming marriage of
GREENVILLE, PA. Group helps borough
The private group has scheduled a festival as its first fund-raising event. By LAURI GALENTINE
Walk for maternity home
Walk for maternity home WARREN -- New Life Maternity Home of Vienna will have its annual two-mile
Believe the hype, not the rumors
I have no proof of this, but I've heard rumors that the next edition of Webster's dictionary will
Program at TCTC is earning praise
The school serves students from rural and urban districts. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Annual tea is planned for May 6
CANFIELD -- The Diocesan Ladies of Charity will hold its annual Tea For Green from 1 to 3 p.m. May 6
CAREER PATHS
DENTISTRY WARREN -- Dr. Christopher T. Bart is accepting patients at his new dental practice at
Humility of Mary Health Partners health services
xxxxx Forum Health and Humility of Mary Health Partners offer health services at various
Body Shop to begin
Body Shop to begin WARREN -- Forum Health offers a seven-week program, Body Shop, specifically
OSU EXTENSION AGENCY Need garden help? Talk to the masters
Volunteers are expected to share their knowledge by helping the public. By BOB JACKSON
Use of Anthem windfall sparks debate
Employee groups say they deserve a piece of the multimillion-dollar pie from insurance proceeds.
MARTHA GUBANY BRAD BROOKS
MARTHA GUBANY BRAD BROOKS BOARDMAN -- St. James Meeting House in Boardman Township Park was the
This leader is happiest when in motion
Senior members of the YSU Dance Ensemble, including its president, will premiere original works at
Miss Bosnjak, Stjepan Juratovic set wedding date
POLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Bosnjak, 1311 Meadowood Circle, announce the engagement of their
DARLENE CHANEY DAVID SHERWOOD
DARLENE CHANEY DAVID SHERWOOD YOUNGSTOWN -- Married at 1 p.m. April 20 at Youngstown Baptist
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Marco-Havrilla wedding date is announced
The engagement of Kelly Marco, 6001 Applecrest Drive, Boardman, and Robert Havrilla, 617 Dumont
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY South Range High School, 11836 South Ave., North Lima, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30
After 10 years, teams struggle with independence
Warren JFK and Campbell have spent 10 years trying to find a league that will let them join. By
Annual used-book sale
Annual used-book sale NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- The 21st annual four-day used-book sale will be from
CRIME SOLVER
CRIME SOLVER Mercer County A purse snatching is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this
Nicole Martucci, Fredric DiBlasio to be married
AUSTINTOWN -- Announcement is being made by Dominic and Sandy Martucci, 4260 Carlisle Ave., of the
NBA ROUNDUP Saturday's playoff games
Kings 90, Jazz 87 SALT LAKE CITY -- For the second time, a Utah mistake in the closing seconds
AREA GOLF SCHEDULE
APRIL Today -- Penn-Ohio League at Candywood Today -- Tam O'Shanter Golf Course demo day,
MUSEUMS Area attractions
Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: "Far From Home:
'THE MOUSEDRIVER CHRONICLES' Entrepreneurs tell their success story
In the end, the MouseDriver finds its way onto the desks of corporate America. By ROB STOUT