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NATION Economists: Why are women working more?
By MIKE MEYERS MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL STAR TRIBUNE Most people may think they're working more than
At 92, Scouts organization stays fresh with the latest technology
Mahoning County had a 6 percent increase in Scout membership in 2001. YOUNGSTOWN -- The basics are
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES AREA Rayen at Canton Central Catholic, late Warren JFK at
JAMES DULLEY | Cutting your utility bills Buying a space heater? First, determine needs
Q. A couple of rooms in my home are always chilly. I want to use two small efficient electric space
CLARK, PA. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers considers lake plan
By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU CLARK, Pa. -- A Volant man could find out this week if
Insulating your home and using proper heating and cooling systems curb pollution -- and cut bills,
Insulating your home and using proper heating and cooling systems curb pollution -- and cut bills,
SHARON Pondering downtown possibilities
Storefront and traffic-light improvements as well as a small hotel could be on the wish list after a
TRUMBULL HOUSING AUTHORITY Tenants lose sight of dreams
The director said program participants underestimated the time and work involved. By PEGGY
Campbell native gets medal for his actions after Sept. 11 attacks
Shortly before the terrorist attacks, the honoree's office had been in the area where the plane hit
WESTMINSTER COLLEGE Mummy returns after testing, exhibit
Scholars are still trying to link the Egyptian mummy to another one in Buffalo, believed to be her
'TOMATO RED' | A review Language is as colorful as title
Daniel Woodrell's book is a lyrical look at life in the Ozarks. By THERESA HEGEL VINDICATOR
Men's Garden Club to give scholarships
The Men's Garden Club of Youngstown, in conjunction with the Mary Laner Scholarship Fund, will award
PATIENT SAFETY
PATIENT SAFETY What's being done The Lake to River Health Coalition and area hospitals are
JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Boardman's Peretti unbeaten at Ashland University
ASHLAND -- What a difference eight pounds of body weight can make. Just ask Chris Peretti, a senior
A royal itinerary
A royal itinerary Fans of the British royals will want to check out "Royal London," a 22-page
PREP BOWLING SCORES & amp; SCHEDULE
Mahoning Valley High School BOWLING CONFERENCE VARSITY BOYS Results, Feb. 6 Boardman 3009,
BOYS BASKETBALL Fitch gains 10th victory
Kevin Johnson had a double-double as the Falcons defeated Warren JFK. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
Migletses mark golden jubilee at luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miglets of 1623 E. Midlothian Blvd. were honored Jan. 13 at a
YOUNGSTOWN -- SANDRA F. ALLEN, 263 E. AVONDALE AVE., AND DANIEL L. BOWMAN, 42 KINGS DRIVE SOUTH,
YOUNGSTOWN -- SANDRA F. ALLEN, 263 E. AVONDALE AVE., AND DANIEL L. BOWMAN, 42 KINGS DRIVE SOUTH,
MERCER COUNTY Former store clerk receives jail term for taking cash
The telephone hot line automatically connects callers to the closest local poison center.
HAPPY 105TH BIRTHDAY! Alice Stephens
Birthdate: Jan. 25, 1897, in Montague, Mich. Residence: Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage in
DIVISION I SWIMMING Canfield runner-up at Perry
Howland freshman Heather Gilmour won the 200 freestyle and the 500 freestyle. PERRY -- The
Threat to Amtrak's future should not be taken lightly
Opinion: A classic guns vs. butter battle is shaping up in Washington over President Bush's 2003 budget, but
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Line Drive Academy -- will conduct spring training specials February 17, 24, March 3-10,
Sonnenlitter, Mikesell wedding set for April 6
Announcement is being made by Bill and Dolly Sonnenlitter, 5662 Burns Lane, Hubbard, and Richard and
Poetry reading
Poetry reading YOUNGSTOWN -- Pig Iron Press will hold its Second Tuesday Poetry Reading at Cedar
KATHRYN EARNHART | The Butlers Showcasing Olympics in high-definition TV
Beginning Tuesday, the Butler Institute of American Art will present high-definition theater viewing
KEYSTONE CLIPS Sharon honors former longtime clerk
The municipal flag was flying at half-staff in front of the Sharon city building late last week to
Help for attic fire
Help for attic fire STRUTHERS -- Alert passers-by helped get seven people safely out of a house
SIDELIGHTS For all seniors
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 9273 High St. N.E., Warren, has planned the following activities: trip
Applications available for youth pilgrimage
WARREN -- Applications are available for students who want to apply to the IOOF United Nations youth
SERIES What's coming
The Vindicator will feature stories each Sunday highlighting some aspects of the local black
Forum Health Trumbull Memorial
Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Mesha Bennett, 2001 Saratoga Ave., Warren, boy, Feb. 9. Lisa and
COLUMBIANA City starts to set up Web site
City officials hope to attract residents and businesses to the area. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Hinkle(C Wyers)13.806.403.80 Favorite Trick(D Hawk)7.803.40
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Today -- Swimming & amp; Diving at YSU Invitational. Monday --
MIKE BRAUN Anglers need written OK
The state's 2002 fishing prospects guide for Northeast Ohio recently crossed my desk and one item
Here are some tips from Home & amp; Garden Television on planning for successful family
Here are some tips from Home & amp; Garden Television on planning for successful family travel:
No holding back vinyl fence maker
A local business has found a way to put some color in the traditional white vinyl fencing. By
EVENTS| What's happening
Beginning in February, members of the Youngstown State University Art Department Faculty will
Penn's Woods folk festival set at Mercer High School
MERCER, Pa. -- The 16th annual Penn's Woods West Folk & amp; Art Festival will run Saturday and
AP file photo, 1993
AP file photo, 1993 YOUNGER DAYS: Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, left, and her younger sister,
SCOUTS
SCOUTS Eagle award Kevin W. Prus Jr., 18, of Blue Heron Drive, Canfield, a son of Kevin W. Sr.
2002 INDOOR SEASON YSU track teams show 6 school records so far
Because of his teams strong starts this season, Brian Gorby is optimistic about the future.
NORTH LIMA -- Paul Thomas does not sit around and wait for big-game hunters to show up on his
NORTH LIMA -- Paul Thomas does not sit around and wait for big-game hunters to show up on his
ODE and legislature obliged to fix charter schools
Opinion: In a scathing performance review of the management of Ohio's charter schools by the state Department
BONUSES Corporate perks
Here are some of the nonsalary perks companies have made available to top managers: Guaranteed
GIRARD Conflict of interest on panel is alleged
The custodian's attorney questions the timing of the letter alleging conflict of interest. By TIM
Moving on up
Moving on up The Youngstown State women's basketball team climbed into a tie for third place in
GETTING THERE
GETTING THERE Airlines serving New Orleans International Airport, 11 miles west of downtown,
CHAMPION Deaf class collects for Red Cross
Donations were matched by an unidentified community supporter. CHAMPION -- Students in Champion
WHEELS FOR WORK Goal is to keep car program running
FARRELL, Pa. -- The Wheels for Work program is running out of money. Since its inception in
GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
DIVISION I At Alliance High School Seeds: 1. North Canton Hoover. 2. Boardman. 3. Massillon
Culkin's mother faces trial in fire deaths
Culkin's mother faces trial in fire deaths NEW YORK -- A Manhattan judge says the mother of actor
Hosas honored at reception for 50th anniversary
BOARDMAN -- A dinner reception was held Feb. 9 at the Youngstown Club in honor of Mr. and Mrs.
WHAT'S DOING?
EVENTS, SEASONS The Youngstown Power Squadron will hold a 5-week basic boating course starting
MAKE A WISH | Meeting Mickey Mouse
Name: Alexis Krosky. Age: 31/2. Family: Mom, Rachel Krosky, Salem; grandmother, Betty McGurren,
SALEM Parks committee to discuss placement of renewal levy
The cost of installing cameras in parks appears to be too expensive, a city councilman says. SALEM
Winter Games: Hey, we can relate
Even though the head honchos at the national television networks will disagree with me, I'd like to
Dickey, Smith power Lisbon past Wellsville for 14th win
WELLSVILLE -- Ben Dickey and Lucian Smith evenly split 34 points as the Lisbon High boys basketball
Jobs for minorities
Jobs for minorities YOUNGSTOWN -- A community forum on jobs and business will be from 6:30 to 9:30
Investment broker turns himself in to FBI
Investment broker turns himself in to FBI CLEVELAND -- An investment broker suspected of stealing
LOCAL ROUNDUP Hatch's basket nets Titans' win
He delivered the game-winner for Westminster after Boardman's A.H. Davis tied it for Thiel. NEW
WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Penguins move into a tie for third place in Horizon
YSU defeated Butler 62-52 to share third place with Detroit. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT
Modell no comparison to Osama bin Laden
Modell no comparison to Osama bin Laden Fanfare: I am writing in response to the commentary
Romans honored by friends, family on anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN -- The banquet hall at Taste Buds in Canfield was the setting Jan. 12 as family members
GIRLS BASKETBALL Canfield wins, eyes title tie
The Cardinals jarred Salem and can claim a share of the MAC title with a win at Niles on Wednesday.
NHL ROUNDUP Saturday's other games
Bruins 4, Panthers 1 BOSTON -- Byron Dafoe made 22 saves and Boston extended its unbeaten streak
WITH THE VETS Meetings for the week of Feb. 10
TODAY Post 235, American Legion, 11 High St., Girard, 2 p.m. Post 278, American Legion, 2237 N.
JACKLYN MAGUIRE CHAYNE MITCHELL
JACKLYN MAGUIRE CHAYNE MITCHELL HONOLULU -- Diamond Head Ocean Front Park was the setting Jan. 5
MAHONING VALLEY Prescribing made safer by computers
The computer can cross-check to see if a new prescription would interact badly with another drug the
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements
YOUNGSTOWN -- MS Consultants has earned an Outstanding Achievement Award from the American Council
JACK WOLLITZ Anglers hope Ohio River awakens from its 2001 lethargy
Dawn's crisp air rushed over the boat's windscreens as we cut through the thin fog in our lickety-
Livestock expo scheduled at MCCTC
Livestock expo scheduled at MCCTC CANFIELD -- A livestock expo, sponsored by Mahoning County
Lab Express locations
Lab Express locations YOUNGSTOWN -- HMHP has Lab Express at eight locations, which offers test
Britney Phillips, William Cahalin to wed in March
THOMASVILLE, Ala. -- Clifton and Donna Phillips of Thomasville, Ala., are announcing the coming
On television
TODAY (NBC) 3-5 p.m. -- Snowboard (women's halfpipe), speed skating (women's 3000m) 8-11:30
WILLIAM S. GUY SCHOOL
WILLIAM S. GUY SCHOOL Puneet Kollipara Thomas Hatzilabrou Phillip Besoiu Max Alpier James DeToro
Renay Pressley, Mr. Franceschelli to exchange marriage vows in March
MATTHEWS, N.C. -- Plans for their upcoming marriage are being revealed by Renay Pressley and John
Director at KSUTC is named to panel
CHAMPION -- Margaret Croyts, director of Workforce Development and Continuing Studies at Kent State
PROMOTIONS
PROMOTIONS Elevated to colonel Air Force Col. Michael J. Moschella, formerly of Youngstown, was
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation TYPEWRITER: This extremely rare typewriter, the Malling Hansen
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey A. Scachetti, 39, of 1546 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown,
JACKIE REIGHART BRANDON BOWER
JACKIE REIGHART BRANDON BOWER AUSTINTOWN -- Nuptial vows were exchanged Jan. 18 at Four Mile Run
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Crosbie mark 60th anniversary at dinner party
BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Crosbie, 5978 Glenridge Road, were honored Feb. 9 at a dinner party
HERMITAGE Businessman to seek 50th state Senate seat
Creating jobs across the district will be his primary goal. FARRELL, Pa. -- A businessman with
TROUT Fast facts
Identification: Rainbow trout have the typical trout-shape with an adipose fin, and a squarish tail
FENCES AND DECKS Family business
Tom Hall and his family have been manufacturing vinyl fences and decks since 1987, and their
SCHEDULE Events
TODAY Alpine Skiing At Snowbasin Ski Area Men's Downhill, Noon Ice Hockey At The Peaks
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE WARREN -- Robyn Rivera of Warren has been hired as an escrow closer by Title
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES TODAY Boardman Park, 375 Boardman-Poland Road, 1 to 6 p.m. Urban Chiropractic
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Women's college basketball
No. 2 Stanford 89, Oregon St. 67 CORVALLIS, Ore. -- Nicole Powell had 23 points and 11 rebounds as
SCOTT SHALAWAY Killer shrews are the culprits
Several times each winter the phone rings, and a concerned voice asks for help. The caller reports
Taft is asked for death penalty moratorium
Opinion: Taft is asked for death penalty moratorium EDITOR: We urge Gov. Taft to decree a moratorium on
Work force continues to shrink Efforts to improve efficiency will bring more job cuts
Packard needs fewer workers as it becomes more efficient, an executive says. By DON SHILLING
IAAP Yo-Mah-O Chapter plans fund-raising dinner March 9
Proceeds from the third annual event will benefit the group's scholarship fund. BOARDMAN -- Yo-
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GINA SCHIAVELLO BRADLEY HABUDA
GINA SCHIAVELLO BRADLEY HABUDA LOWELLVILLE -- Gina Schiavello and Bradley Habuda exchanged
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Steelers' demise tough to digest
At least you can digest prune burgers. What happened to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the recent AFC
Poland subdues Struthers, snapping three-game skid
POLAND -- Kristy Gaudiose scored 12 of her 18 points in the middle two quarters as the Poland High
YOUNGSTOWN Woman sounds off on noise
A city police captain said the department makes efforts to curtail the noise problem. By JoANNE
Three area coaches honored by state track association
COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Association of Track and Cross Country Coaches honored three local high school
Dawn Pecchio, Jason Roberts set wedding date
YOUNGSTOWN -- The engagement of Dawn Michelle Pecchio, 245 Summit St., East Canton, and Jason Samuel
Blacks from the past
Some Youngstown-area residents think black history should be celebrated all year long. By JOHN W.
A partial list of things created or designed by black inventors:
A partial list of things created or designed by black inventors: Dry cleaning process. Sugar
COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
MEN EAST Adelphi 96, C.W. Post 81 Alderson-Broaddus 77, Pitt.-Johnstown 60 Allegheny 73,
SWIMMING Boardman's Hayley Robinson sets marks in sectional meet
The freshman won the 100-yard breaststroke. AKRON -- Freshman Hayley Robinson of Boardman High
Lisa A. Jeren to be married in mid-March
POLAND -- John and Marjorie Jeren, 8199 Burgess Lake Drive, are announcing the engagement of their