News for February 24, 2002

TRAFICANT TRIAL Expert: Rep is making errors

An effective defense attorney doesn't repeat the same questions, especially if they are damaging, a

TRAFICANT ON TRIAL Down on the farm, making hay requires the right conditions

By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER CLEVELAND -- Anyone who wants to learn how to bale

JENNY WINGARD R. BRIAN NEWHARD

JENNY WINGARD R. BRIAN NEWHARD GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Jenny R. Wingard, daughter of Marty and Sharon

Sales tax wrong weapon against commissioners

Opinion: Sales tax wrong weapon against commissioners EDITOR: One of the difficulties in being a

LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

AUSTINTOWN -- Howard Johnson International has presented a Quality Excellence award and a

INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go WHERE TO STAY For lodging options, try Salt Lake City information at

WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of Feb. 24: TODAY Post 6488, VFW, 2065 Coitsville-Hubbard Road,

SCOTT SHALAWAY It's time for wood frogs to emerge

On a late February day more than 10 years ago, a crust of ice rimmed the many small puddles that

Girls basketball player has all the right moves

By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CANFIELD -- Erin Martin is always on the move, and

HUNTING Buckmasters keeps granting wishes

41 critically ill from 18 states got to go on a hunting trip. MONTGOMERY, Ala.-- For Andrew Webb,

FASHION SHOW Angels of Easter Seals plans annual event

Models will be accompanied by past and present Easter Seals children. BOARDMAN -- Angels of Easter

BIG DROP

BIG DROP New construction In 2001, new construction dropped to its lowest point in the last six

IN CAREERS: THAT JOB INTERVIEW IS NOT ALL ABOUT YOU. UNDERSTANDING THAT CAN HELP YOU LAND THE JOB.

HEALTH CARE

HEALTH CARE AUSTINTOWN -- Dr. J.P. Shah has accepted the position of medical director for

Black firefighters group to have open house

Black firefighters group to have open house YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Black Fire Fighters

JACK WOLLITZ 2002 shaping up as busy

A busy fishing season is taking shape in northeastern Ohio, as event organizers are staking claim to

KRISTEN OLIVA RICHARD WHITED II

KRISTEN OLIVA RICHARD WHITED II CANFIELD -- The marriage of Kristen Diane Oliva, 738 Beaver Ave.,

Buell Motorcycle has introduced what's believed to be the first motorcycle that uses the frame for a

POLAND -- Rochelle Hancock always had had a dream to open a gift shop, so she took advantage of some

Making your home look and smell good is a key component of selling it, real estate agents say.

Making your home look and smell good is a key component of selling it, real estate agents say. By

FUND-RAISER Rescue Mission plans art auction

The event at the Holiday Inn MetroPlex will feature 45 artists and galleries. BOARDMAN -- A

Tickets to see Trade Center site

Tickets to see Trade Center site Visitors to New York who want to see ground zero from the newly

SMALL COLLEGE ROUNDUP Hardie leads Bethany to PAC crown

Bethany's men's team made it a sweep in the conference tournament championship games. BETHANY,

COLUMBUS Cancer society's Lobby Day focuses on insurance for tests

Legislation would ensure coverage for colorectal and prostate cancer screening. COLUMBUS -- House

AVALON SOUTH Some support special audit

A state audit would be costly for the city, an official said. By AMANDA C. DAVIS VINDICATOR

HERMITAGE Officials unfazed by less building

The city had more than $30 million in new building projects in both 1999 and 2000. By HAROLD GWIN

NILES TV soap stars lure fans to garden show

A surprising number of men were in the line to meet the TV hunks, the show's producer said. By

Airline to remove in-flight phones

By KEITH L. ALEXANDER WASHINGTON POST American Airlines is scrapping its in-flight phones. As

BOXING Tune-up bouts set at Buckeye Elks

Saturday's 10-bout event will be the third program in a series of amateur boxing shows honoring the

FAST FACTS Population control

Community Helping Animals in Need, a local nonprofit group dedicated to solving the pet

BOYS STATE SWIMMING O'Halloran nearly pulls off the upset

The Boardman junior finished second in the 100 freestyle behind Firestone. By JOE SCALZO

Nicole M. Nero to be bride of Mr. Hackstedde

Announcement of the engagement of Nicole M. Nero, 175 Rocky Ledge Drive, Struthers, and Michael E.

RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Kelly, Stallworth deserve HOF honors

Two good old guys from the Keystone State will have their day in the sun on Aug. 3 in Canton, Ohio.

SHARON Hospital settles case with fired workers

The National Labor Relations Board had filed unfair labor practice charges against the hospital.

Parents announce Davis-Burns engagement

Betsy Davis of New Springfield and Dallas Burns of Liberty are engaged. The announcement is made

Miss Passarelli, Mr. Siciliano to wed April 20

YOUNGSTOWN -- Marlea Passarelli, 951 Kirwan Drive, is revealing plans for the upcoming marriage of

GREENVILLE, PA. Council investigates sports complex

The opening date for the sports facility is uncertain. By LAURI GALENTINE VINDICATOR

Harrells mark 50th anniversary at reception

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Bennie Harrell of 1148 Miami St. renewed their marriage vows Feb. 23 at

Couple has Eagle eyes

The couple has been watching bald eagles locally since 1983. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Police nab suspect in federal office burglary

Police nab suspect in federal office burglary LAKEWOOD, Colo. -- Authorities arrested a 24-year-

NBA ROUNDUP Saturday's games

Mavericks 111, Kings 97 DALLAS -- Steve Nash scored 28 points and Dirk Nowitzki had 26 points and

Officers installed by Boardman AARP

BOARDMAN -- The installation of officers who will head Boardman Chapter 2206, AARP, during the

YOUNGSTOWN Board's planning keeps libraries ahead in funding

The library system has adopted a variety of money-saving and revenue-enhancement strategies. By

DIV. II GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Poland, Howland prevail

The Metro Athletic Conference rivals will meet again, with the stakes raised. By GREG GULAS

WARREN Operator's suit postpones action on golf course, law director says

Council members would like an independent assessment of Avalon South's condition. By MARALINE

Holy Bible comes alive at museum

Volunteers built the displays, and there are so many that you could stay all day. Every year more

Small step or giant leap?

By LAURIE M. FISHER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT hether it's a jig, a jump, or a jet & eacute;,

COURTS

COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Amy Jo Rosenbaum, 1411 Opal Drive, Wellsville, vs.

Kami Zelonka, Russell Brown set wedding date

BOARDMAN -- Announced by John and Sheryl Zelonka, 8045 Hunting Valley Drive, is the engagement of

WASHINGTONVILLE Vietnam trips help veterans

Phil Kinsey said ministering to the war's veterans is his life's calling. By NANCY TULLIS

Baseball previews

Baseball previews Spring training capsules and Grapefruit League schedules for the Indians and

SUITABLE PLANTS

SUITABLE PLANTS Start with these If you want to try your hand at forcing, these are good

MAHONING VALLEY Steel companies are mixed over tariff proposal

One company says the proposal doesn't go far enough, but others say it's not needed. By CYNTHIA

CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION Teacher of the year

Penny Wells, a Youngstown City Schools teacher for 32 years, is the Ohio VFW Teacher of the Year for

BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES TUESDAY American Red Cross Austintown Donor Center, 57 Westchester Drive, noon to 7

OHIO COUNTIES In economic slump, recorders see boom

Fee collections in local county recorders' offices hit all-time highs last year. By BOB JACKSON

VETERANS

VETERANS Young advocate LAKE MILTON -- Nikki Mendicino, 13, known as the World's Youngest

DISTRICT 10 PLAYOFF Grove City holds off Fort LeBoeuf charge

The Eagles limited standout Danielle Freeburg to six points. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR

PREP BOWLING SCORES &amp; amp; SCHEDULE

MAHONING VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING CONFERENCE VARSITY BOYS Results, Feb. 20 Ursuline 2628,

SCHEDULE Today

TODAY Cross-Country Skiing At Soldier Hollow Women's 30km Classical, 11:30 a.m. Ice Hockey

MIKE BRAUN DU chapter observes 10 years

Ten years ago I wrote a column citing a need for a Ducks Unlimited chapter for the Columbiana County

1992

1992 YOUNGSTOWN *1st Ward -- 52 percent *2nd Ward -- 61 percent 3rd Ward -- 58 percent 4th Ward

CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County

A church arson is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this week: Crime: Arson and burglary.

Lever was the top-selling deodorant soap in 2001 with almost 20 percent of the market. Dial and

SALEM 12 share in the big payout as Lotto ticket hits for $17M

The group plays regularly but only when the jackpot exceeds $10 million. By NORMAN LEIGH

LIBRARY SCHEDULES | Events planned for March

YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY & quot;Adventures in Art: Celebrate Youth Art Month. &

Carneys observe 50th anniversary at private dinner

POLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. William J. Carney, 2984 Algonquin Drive, celebrated their golden wedding

PALM SPRINGS, CALIF. Getting people off the plane and on a Harley

The airport rental outlet will store luggage and other items for those who want to hit the road

TOP 10

TOP 10 Giants among podunks America's most historic small towns, as ranked by ePodunk

&amp; lt;P &amp; gt; &amp; lt;B &amp; gt;ALEXANDER, &amp; lt;/B &amp;

& lt;P & gt; & lt;B & gt;ALEXANDER, & lt;/B & gt;James, 92, of Cleveland,

MILTON TOWNSHIP Trustees split on need for cop levy

The levy would allow police to provide 24-hour protection to the community, according to the chief.

Kerry Sprankle, Robert Reid plan March wedding at Brookfield hall

MASURY -- Plans for the upcoming marriage of Kerry Sprankle and Robert Reid, both of 8123 Addison

Want to re-create some Olympic moments or fashion your own private Olympics? Your best bets are

Schuler-Steele wedding is set for mid-June

The engagement of Tiffany M. Schuler and Michael Steele, both of 7053 West Blvd., Boardman, is being

YOUNGSTOWN Volney Rogers teacher wins statewide honor

The Youth for Justice project shows students how citizenship in a democracy works. By WILLIAM K.

GIRLS DIV. IV ICL rivals work overtime, but Lowellville beats J-M

Western Reserve held Lordstown to 19 points in the other game. By GARY HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR

MILL CREEK MetroParks

March schedule: March 1 through April 7: Nature photography exhibit in the Weller Gallery at the

Man, 26, dies after being shot in neck

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 26-year-old man is dead after a shooting on Market Street early Saturday.

Bart Simpson will be visiting Eastwood Mall

Bart Simpson will be visiting Eastwood Mall NILES -- Bart Simpson, star of Fox Network's "The

Kitchen-Lucas engagement is announced

YOUNGSTOWN -- Announcement is being made by Merry Kitchen and Donald Kitchen, both of Youngstown, of

OHIO COUNTIES Recorders rake in fees as rates fall

Collections in local county recorders' offices hit all-time highs last year. By BOB JACKSON

KEYSTONE CLIPS PennDOT employees raise $33,135

Employees of District 1-0 of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation raised $33,135 for

Suszczynskis observe anniversary

STRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. Peter Suszczynski, 95 Iroquois St., are marking their 57th wedding

ALISON PARLINK JOSEPH PROTAIN

ALISON PARLINK JOSEPH PROTAIN CANFIELD -- Dr. Alison Parlink and Dr. Joseph Protain exchanged

Nicole Pacurar, Todd Smith to wed in spring

YOUNGTOWN -- Announcement of the engagement of Nicole Pacurar and Todd Smith, both of 808 Dorn

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the

SIDELIGHTS For all seniors

SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 9273 High St. N.E., Warren, has planned the following activities:

Debra Blasiman, Guy Maggio set wedding date

COLUMBIANA -- Plans for the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Debra Sue Blasiman, and Guy Victor

Cancer society puts a spin on method of fund-raising

Proceeds from the event are earmarked for programs for cancer patients. BOARDMAN -- The American

WHAT'S DOING?

EVENTS Erie Dearie North East Ohio Outdoor Show, March 1-3, Eastwood Expo Center, Niles.

EVENTS

EVENTS Sports and recreation day scheduled April 20 A men's and women's outdoor sports and

ERIN MARTIN On file

School: Canfield. Year: Senior. Position: 5-foot-9 guard. Accolades: Averaged 18 points, 8

Finally, an end to the days of whine

Tonight, when you sit down to watch the closing ceremony of the Olympic games, here's a snack

CANADA RULES: The U.S. men's hockey team came close to repeating its gold medal performance from 1980. But the Americans lost the final game, 5-2 to Canada. C1

NEXT STOP, ITALY: Preparations begin for the Winter 2006 Olympics in Turin, Italy. Closing

Vindy.com for February 24, 2002

Featured Stories

Stories published February 24, 2002