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The contractor repeated that he 'owned' the congressman.
The contractor repeated that he 'owned' the congressman. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
LEETONIA School board considers adding a new principal
All-day kindergarten and the fate of two buildings are also on tonight's agenda. By NANCY TULLIS
SALEM School officials continue drug probe
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- City school authorities expect to decide soon
REGION
REGION Farmers National declares dividend CANFIELD -- Farmers National Banc Corp., the parent
Lack of oversight contributes to horror at crematorium
Opinion: After the shock of the initial reports wears off, the questions begin to arise. How could more
LTV STEEL Investment firm to offer $125M
The offer includes restarting LTV Steel operations immediately. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Bucci says lawmaker tried to hide assets
Under cross-examination, the contractor repeated that he 'owned' the congressman. By PATRICIA
GAIL WHITE Parenting expert maintains child's point of view
I had just begun a phone interview with John Crudele, a professional speaker and author who will be
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Spoon River Kid3.003.802.10 Lo and Behold(S Schillaci)5.202.40
HERMITAGE Gruitza will defend his seat in House
The incumbent said he offers 'a steady hand at the helm.' HERMITAGE, Pa. -- State Rep. Michael
MILTON TOWNSHIP County will help in grant writing
Township officials said they could use additional money to improve roads. By STAN DONALDSON
Warren JFK rolls to sectional final
HUBBARD -- The Warren JFK High boys basketball team advanced to a Division III sectional final by
Commandment Keepers Temple, 1331 Brighton St., Youngstown, 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday. Food only; bring containers and identification.
Food and clothing distribution notices are to be submitted by 3 p.m. the day before they are to be
COLUMBUS Word snags silence bill
The House members think an action by the U.S. Supreme Court bolsters their position. By JEFF
WARREN Letter: Hire lawyer for Avalon suit
The law director said he doesn't believe there's a conflict. By AMANDA C. DAVIS VINDICATOR
CANFIELD All-day kindergarten not feasible, official says
A levy on the May ballot won't pay for all-day kindergarten, the superintendent said. By PETER H.
LAWRENCE COUNTY Panel debates change in government form
Former commissioners told the study group that the current form of government is best. By LAURE
Workshop on applying for grants is scheduled
Workshop on applying for grants is scheduled YOUNGSTOWN -- Reservations are being taken for a
Keyed by free throws, Struthers wins again
The Wildcats, on 18-for-20 foul shooting, beat Canfield for the third time this season to qualify
HORIZON LEAGUE Women's tournament field
(Listed according to seeds) No. 1 -- Wisconsin-Green Bay (21-6, 15-1). The Phoenix defeated
Chasing state glory
Chasing state glory Seventeen area athletes -- eight from Mahoning County, including three from
MAHONING VALLEY Food bank mounts drive
In 2001, Second Harvest distributed 4.1 million pounds of food, 900,000 pounds more than in 2000.
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Tonya Moore and Brian Gasior, 1998 Mathews Road, Apt. 3, Youngstown, boy, Feb. 24.
NEW CASTLE Loans, grants target facade improvements
Businesses on East Washington Street are eligible for the low-interest loans. By LAURE CIOFFI
TRUMBULL COUNTY Board rejects two petitions to run in upcoming primary
The rejection votes were unanimous. WARREN -- The Trumbull County Board of Elections has thrown
DIV. I Harding avoids early exit this time
The Raiders had four players in double figures against Cleveland John Hay. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
DIV. IV Southington, Lordstown beat tourney rivals for third time
The Wildcats and Red Devils conquered Bloomfield and Ledgemont. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR
Daniel Pearl's slaughter must not go unpunished
Opinion: Daniel Pearl, a highly respected, dedicated reporter for the Wall Street Journal, was not murdered
Pharmacist's fortune to go to his victims
Pharmacist's fortune to go to his victims KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- A pharmacist who admitted watering
TRAFICANT ON TRIAL Bucci says lawmaker tried to hide assets
Under cross-examination, the contractor repeated that he 'owned' the congressman. By PATRICIA
DIV. I Patience, 'D' carry Falcons
By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CANTON -- The Austintown Fitch High basketball team snapped
GREENVILLE Pa. official warns of drought
Mercer County is under a drought watch, but Lawrence County has normal water resources.
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
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BOARDMAN Rash of kitchen fires spurs call for caution
Firefighters say residents should double-check appliances before leaving home. By JOHN W. GOODWIN
MAHONING COUNTY Officials retain CCA to oversee probations
The private company does the work at half the cost of a county-run department, officials say. By
Councilman becomes latest to relinquish post
The city's precinct committeemen will meet after March 15 to fill Joseph Manente's seat. By TIM
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ryan J. Hively, 23, of 1600 N. Salem-Warren Road, North
YOUNGSTOWN Police launch probe into death of infant
The day-care operation that watched the baby is not licensed by the state. YOUNGSTOWN -- City
HORIZON LEAGUE YSU set to face Loyola on road
The Penguins and Ramblers square off in the women's tournament Thursday at 8:30 p.m. in Chicago.
COLUMBUS State takes law license away from lawyer who stole money
The decision means he won't be able to practice law again in Ohio. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Ohio
TRUMBULL COUNTY Red Cross to teach CPR at event
The cost is $10 and includes training and the chance to test for certification. By DENISE DICK
Terrorist detainees get more than they deserve
Opinion: Terrorist detainees get more than they deserve EDITOR: You know what upsets me? People with
LENTINE CASE Prosecutor objects to early release
The defense attorney says the woman knows what she did was wrong and should be released from prison.
Pupil arrested
Pupil arrested YOUNGSTOWN -- An 11-year-old Summit Academy pupil was arrested on a felonious
PENNSYLVANIA Kennedy Catholic, West Middlesex win
The rivals from the Mercer County Athletic Conference advanced to the Class A District 10 final.
Wanted: The next Jeff Ryan
It's hard to imagine someone other than Jeff Ryan lining up under center for the Youngstown State
Summary of police activity:
Summary of police activity: CANFIELD CITY Feb. 22: Drug paraphernalia: The assistant high
SHARON Vocal Hall sees a future for old Columbia theater
The key to the plan is to take the building away from Columbia Theatre Inc. By HAROLD GWIN
YOUNGSTOWN County to sell tax liens to recoup money owed
The county gets all its money up front while investors collect the delinquent tax amounts. By BOB
SHARON Plan to revitalize gets fresh ideas
A children's museum and a footbridge across the Shenango River were among residents' suggestions.
RAINBOW RENTALS Company cites costs for fourth quarter loss
The Canfield company spent more on advertising and payroll to boost the number of units on rent.
YOUNGSTOWN SUPERMAX PRISON Federal judge orders reforms in classifying inmates
There will be more security concerns with the new open-air recreation space, a councilman said.
YOUNGSTOWN Police arrest 4 men in 1 of 2 shootings
There were two shootings in the city Tuesday. YOUNGSTOWN -- A 32-year-old homeless man who was
GIRARD Council adopts balanced budget
The city's budget is balanced but fragile, mayor says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
Rep pushes the limits, expert says
The congressman has a lot more leeway as his own attorney compared with being just a defendant, an
SPONSORS
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Port authority chief resigns from post
Port authority chief resigns from post VIENNA -- C. Dino Theofilos, chairman of the Western
AGENDA
THURSDAY Mahoning County District Health Board, 8:30 a.m., board offices, 50 Westchester Drive,
YSU grad disappointed by Anderson decision
Opinion: YSU grad disappointed by Anderson decision EDITOR: As an Arthur Andersen employee since 1988
TRUMBULL COUNTY Prosecutor opposes mother's early release
The defense attorney says the woman knows what she did was wrong and should be released from prison.
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Struggle brings success for man with Tourette's
Tourette's syndrome comes on as subtly as a blinking eye. For Robb Arent, 27, of Boardman, it
SNOWMOBILE WAR REDUX
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Snowmobiles don't belong in Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks, no matter
Court drops charges against teen in plot
Court drops charges against teen in plot NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Charges against a 16-year-old
LOCAL
LOCAL Scales leads Compass to win YOUNGSTOWN -- Jamar Scales fired in 30 points as the Compass