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PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES DIVISION I Canton McKinley 71, East Liverpool 69 DIVISION II


Last week, The Vindicator asked hundreds of its News Contacts this question: Give us your thoughts

Last week, The Vindicator asked hundreds of its News Contacts this question: Give us your thoughts


COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE

MEN'S SCORES AMERICA EAST CONFERENCE Championship Boston University 66, Maine 40 ATLANTIC


YSU

YSU Men's tennis BOARDMAN -- Youngstown State dropped a 7-0 decision to Wright State on Saturday


Putting evidence to the test

The congressman wants any and all wallets the contractor used, but he didn't say with or without


Johnston seeks items for bicentennial display

Johnston seeks items for bicentennial display JOHNSTON -- The township bicentennial committee is


A picture of an early businesswoman

Lillian Jamison was the only female member of the Mercer Chamber of Commerce and later became its


Youngstown BPW sets brunch, fashion show

NEW SPRINGFIELD -- The Youngstown Business and Professional Women's Club will sponsor "Shades of


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Thiel wins PAC mat title again

There's no doubt about it. Thiel College wrestlers have a lock on the Presidents' Athletic


BOOK REVIEW 'Searching for Hassan' attempts to explain Iran

The book captures the ambivalence of a country that wants to be a part of the world, but apart from


Dems plan to endorse for 17th

In Mahoning County, the party's chairman said he will probably support incumbent Thomas C. Sawyer of


Women's Health Fair

Women's Health Fair POLAND -- The Poland Junior Women's Club will have a Women's Health Fair from


COLUMBIANA Sewer assessment process to start

The manager hopes Southern Avenue extensions will qualify for CDBG funding. By NANCY TULLIS


State must address minority children's achievement gap

Opinion: The recent release by the Ohio Department of Education of the ethnicity of proficiency test takers


LAWRENCE COUNTY Kmart shoppers react to news of closing

Big Kmart is the second anchor store to close in the Field Club Commons Plaza. By LAURE CIOFFI


ADA REQUIREMENTS

ADA REQUIREMENTS How much it will cost Warren will spend upwards of $729, 000 over the next five


Youngstown is among 10 cities chosen for a unique, one-day membership event publicized on the Web

Youngstown is among 10 cities chosen for a unique, one-day membership event publicized on the Web


Warhol Museum to offer 'LP Show'

Warhol Museum to offer 'LP Show' PITTSBURGH -- The Andy Warhol Museum will present the exhibition


Wedding planned by Miss Geiger, Mr. Palumbo II

Plans for the upcoming marriage of Jill Geiger, 3776 Mercedes Place, Canfield, and Richard Palumbo


SPORTING CLAYS Clinics and events

March 16, shooting clinic. March 20-24, law enforcement week. Law enforcement officers shoot at a


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PIAA GIRLS CLASS A Sharpsville falls in overtime

The Blue Darlings were out-scored by 10-2 in the extra session by Cameron County. By BILL ALBRIGHT


PITTSBURGH -- After trailing 32-23 at halftime, the Grove City girls basketball team rallied in the

PITTSBURGH -- After trailing 32-23 at halftime, the Grove City girls basketball team rallied in the


Likovich: The only way we can let the terrorists win is if they get fear into our hearts. If it

Likovich: The only way we can let the terrorists win is if they get fear into our hearts. If it


Miss Feraraccio, Mark Livosky to marry May 18

CAMPBELL -- Joseph and Shirley Feraraccio of 622 Dumont Ave. are announcing the engagement of their


BIRTHS

BIRTHS Forum Health Northside William and Karen Hartman, 366 Oakview Drive, Girard, boy, March


Grove City rallies; Kennedy Cath. cruises

PITTSBURGH -- After trailing 32-23 at halftime, the Grove City High girls basketball team rallied in


AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Austintown Township trustees, 7 p.m., township hall. Canfield Township trustees,


BASIC GRADS

BASIC GRADS First step Several area residents have completed basic military training. They


Nominees being sought for award

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Nominations are now being accepted for the 2002 Women of Distinction Awards.


WHAT'S DOING?

EVENTS Gun show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 23, 24, Lowellville Rod & amp; Gun Club, Quarry Road,


BASEBALL

BASEBALL BB Rooners and Baseball -- Systems will conduct a three-day pitching clinic for boys 9-12


NOT REALLY A BOX; JUST TIDBITS OF INFO

THE FINISH TEST Before slathering anything all over a piece of furniture, determine what finish


Does pupil have spelling bee's number?

This year, a new school will send a representative to the annual spelling bee. YOUNGSTOWN -- The


Party in Niles marks Garlands' 50th anniversary

McDONALD -- A party was held March 3 at McMenamy's in Niles as a surprise celebration honoring Mr.


Mr. and Mrs. Edward Witmer mark 70th year of marriage at dinner

SALEM -- Mr. and Mrs. Edward Witmer were honored March 2 at a dinner for family and friends at Taste


Faith can't be spread by acting as 'God's Gestapo'

Opinion: Faith can't be spread by acting as 'God's Gestapo' EDITOR: This is in response to various


YOUNGSTOWN They've got it down to a science

Rich Giles won the top prize in Saturday's Lake to River Science Day at YSU. By IAN HILL


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go GETTING THERE The Mark Twain House is at 351 Farmington Ave., Hartford,


SCOTT SHALAWAY Making nest boxes baffling

Tis the season to build, repair and clean nest boxes for cavity-nesters such as bluebirds,


STAGE REVIEW 'The Diary of Anne Frank' is a tragic story of the Holocaust

The cast turned in a fine performance. By GARRY L. CLARK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER NILES --


South Range's trail of upsets turns cold with 18-5 record

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF SALEM -- For 27 minutes, Cinderella stood toe-to-toe in


Susanne Fulco to be married in early May

MAYFIELD HEIGHTS -- Announcing their engagement are Susanne Margaret Fulco and Dr. Robert Eric


Cedar Key moves at slow, easy pace

CEDAR KEY, Fla. -- "I came here 24 years ago on a vacation," said the manager of the co-op art


JACK WOLLITZ Anglers prep to jump-start season

Fishing still is in low gear around the area as winter makes its last gasps over northeast Ohio.


Teen stabbed in arm

Teen stabbed in arm YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating the stabbing of a 15-year-old West


At Taylor it's out with the Olds and in with Kia

THE VINDICATOR By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR JEFF TAYLOR WAS IN NEED OF SOME


MIKE BRAUN Ranch offers clays clinic

The Grand Valley Hunting Ranch near Orwell will be offering a series of clinics this year geared


KEYSTONE CLIPS Veterans slated to get diplomas

Three World War II veterans who left Hickory High School to go to war before graduating will get


Winner puts 9 properties up for sale

James E. Winner Jr. is selling off a few of his properties in hopes that someone else can develop


JOHN KOVACH | colleges Former Boardman star top scorer for Thiel

GREENVILLE, Pa. -- If A.H. Davis of Boardman can continue his point-making pace for the Thiel


LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

POLAND -- Robert J. Beardman, an agent with Gem-Young Insurance and Financial Services in Poland has


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Cmon Sloopy Hangon3.002.402.10 Sun Trick(D Hawk)7.002.20


BLOOD DRIVES

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


SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE

SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Anaheim63.667 Oakland64.600 Texas64.600


Visitors go wild over life in park

Visitors can view marine life from the observation deck or an underwater room. HOMOSASSA, Fla. --


Officials to share views on government setup

Officials to share views on government setup NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Some Lawrence County elected


MAC champs

MAC champs Kent State defeats Bowling Green for its third Mid-American Conference championship in


Glozer-Mihok wedding set for mid-June

BOARDMAN -- Daniel and Kathy Glozer, 347 Afton Ave., are announcing the engagement of their


Mr. and Mrs. Hall honored at dinner marking their 25th anniversary

CHAMPION -- A dinner party was held Feb. 23 at Roby Lee's Banquet Center in Newton Falls in honor of


LAKEVIEW SCHOOLS District will begin major renovations

Work is expected to begin in about two weeks on the $14.7 million renovation project. By LAURI


WOMEN'S ROUNDUP Saturday's games

Kent St. 73, Ball St. 59 CLEVELAND -- Jamie Rubis scored 16 of her 19 points in the second half as


PA. GIRLS Blackhawk ends Sharon's season

By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT AMBRIDGE -- While many people were spending a beautiful


stripping paint

Helpful tips Stripping paint from furniture is a simple process but an awful job. Follow this


FEMALE-OWNED BUSINESSES

FEMALE-OWNED BUSINESSES Between 1997 and 2002 the number of female-owned businesses grew at twice


BOARDMAN Forum Health to expand Beeghly facility

Beeghly Emergency and Immediate Care Services had 31,000 patient visits in 2001. BOARDMAN -- Forum


JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Surge suppressor offers whole-house protection

Q. I plan to install a whole-house voltage surge suppressor in addition to the plug-in ones. My VCR,


CURRENT PRICES Around the nation

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


Second teen-age girl missing in Oregon town

Second teen-age girl missing in Oregon town OREGON CITY, Ore. -- Authorities searched Saturday for


Julia Buhl's generosity provided for Sharon

To create jobs during the Depression, Julia Buhl hired out-of-work men to make improvements at Buhl


BUILDINGSALELEASE

BUILDINGSALELEASE First National Bank branch, 107 E. State St.$200,000$3,000/month First


Miss Borawiec, William Scott to be married

Brenda Sue Borawiec of Bristolville and William Guy Scott of Cortland are engaged. The bride-elect


WARREN Patients sought for suit

The attorney thinks there were about 7,734 patients at the hospital over the 22-month span. By


FITCH Speedy Federal vote is likely

One school official said he was both excited and nervous. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


FARRELL Agency proposes apartments for the severely mentally ill

The agency already has an option on the land and most of the finances lined up. By HAROLD GWIN


ANASTASIA GIONIS JOHN LAGOUTARIS

ANASTASIA GIONIS JOHN LAGOUTARIS ORLANDO, Fla. -- Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church was the


ABWA Mill Creek Chapter honors member at dinner meeting

AUSTINTOWN -- Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women's Association selected Susan Billock


SCIENCE FAIR Award winners

Top winners in the Lake to River Science Fair at Youngstown State University. Pupils who received


Poland rallies in wild finish

The Bulldogs defeated Metro Conference rival Niles, 57-52. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


McNamara Terminal has enclosed tram

McNamara Terminal has enclosed tram Detroit recently opened an innovative, $1.2 billion airport


CRIME SOLVERS

CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County A car fire is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this week:


Hart-Fullerman wedding plans are announced

The engagement of Erin Ann Hart, 2100 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown, and William Joseph Fullerman Jr.,


Wolfe-Taaffe engagement is revealed

YOUNGSTOWN -- Announcement of the engagement of Kristy Lynn Wolfe and James Andrew Taaffe, both of


TURKEY

TURKEY Calling contest The first annual Thundering Toms of Trumbull County National Wild Turkey


Inskeep-Simms engagement is announced

Announcement is being made of the engagement of Kelley Inskeep, daughter of Sharon Inskeep of Tulip


Linette Heatherly, Bryan Bowser Jr. are engaged, to be married June 1

CANFIELD -- The engagement of Linette Heatherly, 21700 Inverness Drive, Plainfield, Ill., and Bryan


ANGELA WALKER TERRELL BILLUPS

ANGELA WALKER TERRELL BILLUPS OCHO RIOS, Jamaica -- The wedding of Angela L. Walker and Terrell N.


MERCER COUNTY Man sentenced for biting cop, fleeing

A Hermitage man will do time in prison for taking various items, including medical supplies, from a


Date chosen for Geyer-Kos spring wedding

YOUNGSTOWN -- Frank and Dorothy Kos, 255 Bouquet Ave., are revealing plans for the upcoming marriage


KATHRYN EARNHART | The Butlers Many hands involved in 'Primary Compass'

The completion of the 20-foot, five-ton stainless steel and glass wonder "Primary Compass," designed


GAMBLING

GAMBLING Tip of the month Some poker games allow two winners. In such high-low games, the player


BANKING

BANKING YOUNGSTOWN -- Mark A. Herron recently joined Sky Bank as community development officer. In


BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES DIVISION I

BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES DIVISION I Canton McKinley 71, East Liverpool 69 DIVISION II


WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of March 10: TODAY Post 235, American Legion, 11 High St., Girard,


MERCER COUNTY Officials await word on $7M grant

State regulations say the money can't just be shifted to another project. By HAROLD GWIN


SPELLING BEE

SPELLING BEE The volunteers The list of those participating Saturday in the 69th annual


Niki Stamos named Ohio's Junior Miss

MOUNT VERNON -- Niki Stamos, Mahoning County's Junior Miss, won the title of Ohio's Junior Miss and


MAHONING VALLEY Leadership group schedules event

BOARDMAN -- Leadership Mahoning Valley is presenting a Community Trustee Leadership Development Day


COLLEGE

COLLEGE Tressel's recruiting comes as no surprise Fanfare: Here in Youngstown, I'm not


FEMALE PHILANTHROPY

FEMALE PHILANTHROPY Seven in 10 women business owners volunteer at least once a month. Thirty-


Samulkas honored at celebration for 50th jubilee

HUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. John Samulka of 33 School St. were honored Feb. 24 at a surprise party at


You must go swim with the manatees

HOMOSASSA, Fla. -- It wasn't a time to worry about fingernails, so I dug right into the slimy algae


Hendrickses feted at surprise party for anniversary

GREENFORD -- Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur E. Hendricks of Greenford were honored Feb. 16 at a surprise


LABEL

LABEL 2-54-3 BOLD // label and no rule Summary here and here and here. Then tehre is this part


Don't try this

What not to do and why Eight things not to try on your own: Leather-topped tables and desks, or


We asked to hear from a lot of you, and we did. Most everyone, it seems, is still feeling some

We asked to hear from a lot of you, and we did. Most everyone, it seems, is still feeling some


MEADVILLE, PA. Adult camp to improve technique

MEADVILLE, Pa. --The Band Camp for Adult Musicians, founded by John Fleming at Edinboro University


Miss Harrison to be June bride of Mr. Conklin

The engagement of Stephanie E. Harrison, a daughter of the Rev. Philip and Susan Harrison, 32


MELINDA HANZELY GEORGE WINSEN

MELINDA HANZELY GEORGE WINSEN BOARDMAN -- Nuptial vows were exchanged at 2 p.m. Feb. 16 as Melinda


LOCAL

LOCAL Writing workshop Local author Susan Dexter will conduct the February session of "Where


Time to make Big Dance bigger

The strange saga of Butler University is Example A in today's lesson on college basketball, which


"Reflections on 9/11: Six Months Later," a six-part series exploring thoughts of people in the

"Reflections on 9/11: Six Months Later," a six-part series exploring thoughts of people in the


Are feds investigating latest bribery claims?

Opinion: A former paving contractor who has pleaded guilty to racketeering and is cooperating with the


COURTS

TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket entries GMAC vs. Bruce W. Harned, satisfaction of judgment. Patricia


Bellagio casino tops pricey list

Bellagio casino tops pricey list The new Light nightclub at the Bellagio casino tops the Las Vegas


WARREN Officials take steps to comply with law

A resident complained that many of Warren's buildings are not up to code. By AMANDA C. DAVIS


LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials look at inmate fee plan

Similar policies are in place in Mercer, Berks and Somerset counties. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


Reimbursed for trees

Reimbursed for trees CANFIELD -- Streamside landowners in the Mill Creek and Yellow Creek