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World Day of Prayer
World Day of Prayer YOUNGSTOWN -- Friday's World Day of Prayer offers prayer and unity. Men and
PREP SWIMMING A win worth smiling about
Boardman junior Tyler O'Halloran cruised to Friday's state title in the 50-yard freestyle. By JOE
Battle looms for GOP posts
A candidate for chairman of the Mahoning County Democrats says she has commitments from nearly every
New U.S. citizens
New U.S. citizens YOUNGSTOWN -- Five people were naturalized as United States citizens Friday
Date announced for Corbin-Stein summer wedding
WARREN -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert Corbin of Warren are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Randall E. Knapp, 24, of 16460 Heiser Road, Berlin Center, and
Crime victims
Crime victims In 1999, pupils ages 12 through 18 were victims of about 2.5 million total crimes at
THE MIDDLE EAST Christian peacemakers peck away at conscience of Israeli soldiers
These 'aggressive pacifists' put their faith on the firing line. By CAMERON W. BARR CHRISTIAN
To tell the truth
Opinion: The Pentagon is calling its plan for a propaganda war "Strategic Influence." But when the Soviets
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY'S SCORES AREA Lakewood St. Edward 76, Chaney 54 Massillon Washington
ON TELEVISION From Salt Lake City
TODAY (NBC) 1:30-5:30 p.m. -- Ice hockey (bronze medal game), speed skating (women's 5000m)
17TH DISTRICT RACE Reps advise: One of you quit
Local state House members expect one of the leading Valley candidates to be pressured into
Kerri Vesely to be bride of Mathew Benson
GIRARD -- Plans for the early summer wedding of Kerri Michelle Vesely, 1305 41st St. N.W., Canton,
YSU BASKETBALL Today's game
MEN Who: YSU (4-22) vs. IP-Fort Wayne (7-19). When: 7:35 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center. Coaches: John
June wedding set for Deana DePinto and Matthew May
POLAND -- Plans for the forthcoming wedding of Deana M. DePinto and Matthew S. May are being
CANFIELD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Permanent 9-11 memorial will honor victims, heroes
City officials and veterans will take part in the dedication. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY County mechanic suspended in bomb episode
The suspect says he is innocent and will file another lawsuit against the county. By BOB JACKSON
DAILY SCHEDULE Upcoming events
TODAY Alpine Skiing At Deer Valley Resort Men's Slalom, Noon Bobsleigh At Utah Olympic
GOLF
GOLF Campbell -- The Campbell Golf League's winter meeting will be held Saturday, March 2, at 7
Already in one seat, judge vies for another
Judge Christley said she is running against a colleague so voters have a choice in the upcoming
SOUTH AVENUE Ceremony to mark start of road-widening
YOUNGSTOWN -- A groundbreaking ceremony will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday to mark the start of
Seeking the right combination
Seeking the right combination Now that the team's big hitters are gone, Cleveland Indians
Miss Hamments, G.P. Helmlinger to wed July 13
HUBBARD -- Announcement is being made by Phyllis and Art Kourian, 105 Grandview Ave., of the
Evidence points to suicide
The evidence suggests the man and woman were shot with the same gun, the police chief says.
YSU student dies after North Side shooting
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Youngstown State University student who was found shot Thursday afternoon on the
Miner-Gonzalez wedding to be in North Lima
STRUTHERS -- Announced by Russ and Lori Miner, 73 Wilson St., are plans for the upcoming marriage of
KINDERGARTEN Registration
St. Charles School, Boardman -- 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for members of
& acute;Call police if worried, landfill neighbors told
The city has someone available to take gas readings. WARREN -- People affected by the smell coming
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.833.15 Bank One,.84,34.4434.66 Clear Channel, 47.96
COLUMBUS Taft picks Canton man for board of education
Two Mahoning County candidates had wanted the post. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Super Blue Tick32.4010.208.40 Blest and Crowned(T
Reps advise: One of you quit
Local state House members expect one of the leading Valley candidates to be pressured into
Commissioner drops his idea of legal suit
The county prosecutor said there is no legal precedent for such a lawsuit. By BOB JACKSON
Forum Health Northside
Forum Health Northside Minnie Martinez, 1123 Detroit Ave., Youngstown, boy, Feb. 22. Thomas and
Harding's King beats own records for third spot in swimming contest
Canfield junior Meghan Linnelli wasn't satisfied with her performance. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
County mechanic suspended in bomb episode
The suspect says he is innocent and will file another lawsuit against the county. By BOB JACKSON
Congressional races top the election filings list
Opinion: It has long been the complaint of state government that the Mahoning Valley does not speak with one
EASTER
EASTER Services listing The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open to the
GRADUATES
Bachelor's degrees unless otherwise noted. MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY, ILL. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jenny
TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Badger needs overtime to tie for crown
The Braves turned back Newton Falls 64-53 to share the league title with LaBrae. By BOB ROTH
Ground-breaking ceremony to mark start of road-widening
YOUNGSTOWN -- A groundbreaking ceremony will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday to mark the start of
PA. DISTRICT 10 Sheffield, West Middlesex win
Commodore Perry dropped a 50-47 contest to the Panthers, while the Big Red rolled over Linesville.
WARREN Call police if worried, landfill neighbors told
The city has someone available to take gas readings. WARREN -- People affected by the smell coming
RABBI FRANKLIN MULLER Purim: a festive holiday in our trying times
The jolly holiday of Purim will be observed in the Jewish world this year on Monday evening and
BASKETBALL Harding boys rout Ursuline 69-52
The Irish cut the lead at halftime and continued the comeback before the Raiders' decisive run.
WARREN 'Bad Blood' will erupt at Packard main event
The Power Pac Award will go to top-ranked heavyweight Randy Stephens. WARREN -- John "Macho
Plea withdrawal asked
Plea withdrawal asked WARREN -- Eric Lee Porterfield, 29, of Warren has filed a motion asking
Angolan army says it killed rebel leader
Angolan army says it killed rebel leader LUANDA, Angola -- Jonas Savimbi, leader of the rebel
Hoover-Keck engagement is announced
POLAND -- The Rev. Dr. Robert and Linda Hoover of Poland are announcing the engagement of their
REGION
REGION Sky Financial dividends YOUNGSTOWN -- Sky Financial Group has declared a first-quarter
OHIO Group: Birth-defect tracking is needed
The March of Dimes wants a monitoring system to track birth defects until the child is five years
CANFIELD SHOOTING Evidence points to suicide
The evidence suggests the man and woman were shot with the same gun, the police chief says.
Spartans shut down Niles' sharpshooters
Matt Marks had a double-double to lead Boardman to victory. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
TEMPLE EMMANUEL SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 108 W. INDIANOLA AVE., YOUNGSTOWN, 1 TO 4 P.M. SUNDAY. FOOD AND CLOTHING.
Food distribution notices are to be submitted by 3 p.m. the day before they are to be published.
Former Sen. Meshel gives $100,000 to YSU
Former Sen. Meshel gives $100,000 to YSU YOUNGSTOWN -- Former State Sen. Harry Meshel, a 1949
TRAFICANT ON TRIAL Ex-chief of staff delivers blow to vendetta theory
The trial resumes Monday with more testimony about contractors. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR