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Stories published March 22, 2002

Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

WARREN Revenues on rise at Packard hall

Revenues have increased, including that generated from ticket and concession sales. By AMANDA C.


YSU

YSU Football practice postponed YOUNGSTOWN -- The second day of Youngstown State University's


Bristol is hoping to build tradition

The Panthers hoped to influence younger kids within the community. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR


SURPLUS FOOD

SURPLUS FOOD Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown, 1 to


Poland appreciates tournament ride

The Bulldogs were surprised to hear that SVSM coach Dru Joyce made accusations against them. By


Cancer Society warns on smokeless products

Opinion: Cancer Society warns on smokeless products EDITOR: I would like to respond to the article


& lt;P & gt; & lt;B & gt;BALINT, & lt;/B & gt;

& lt;P & gt; & lt;B & gt;BALINT, & lt;/B & gt; Daniel, 77, of Youngstown;


COLUMBIANA CO. Ballot issue will give details on uses for tax

A commissioner wanted the details to be included to better inform voters. By NORMAN LEIGH


Rescue Mission's grant

Rescue Mission's grant YOUNGSTOWN -- The Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley was the recipient of a


ALTRUISTIC ANGELS At Easter Seals, help is in style

From 15 members in 1977 to more than 100 members now, these Angels have helped to answer a lot of


Mental health courts make more sense for mentally ill

Opinion: If Ohio Supreme Court Justice Evelyn Lundberg Stratton is successful, the mentally ill in Ohio who


'PAINTING CHURCHES' YSU play paints portrait of family

The cast adds humor to the characters' serious situation. BY MARGARET NERY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


POLICE BLOTTER Girard, Hubbard

Summary of police activity: GIRARD March 10 Theft: Someone stole molding from a vehicle parked


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XDianthus Chapter, American Business Women's Association, will meet at 6 p.m.


Student recital to be held Sunday

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Music Teachers Association will present students in a recital planned for


YOUNGSTOWN Park board awards 4 contracts to 2 companies

The department had only two bidders, and they didn't even bid on all the projects. By ROGER G.


SHARON-FARRELL Man pleads guilty in brawl at game

The district attorney said he is still determining who else will be charged in the fight. By


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth David and Karen Gerchak, 4258 Staaz Drive, Youngstown, boy, March 21.


TRUMBULL COUNTY Lawyer: Attorney had no written DNA report to share

The prosecutor was told about the DNA, but the written report was delivered while he was on


Narcotics unit boards up crack house in Niles

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- Authorities boarded up a South Cedar Street


Poisonous snake

Poisonous snake BAZETTA -- No charges are being considered against a 16-year-old who told police


YOUNGSTOWN Burdman takes steps for security

A client has been indicted in the slayings of an aide and another client. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


NILES City awaits call on pitch for tax-exempt stadium

It's the city's second attempt. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- City


LEETONIA Parks levy mulled; input sought

One council member said $16,000 of the $18,000 parks budget is used for mowing. By NANCY TULLIS


2 girls face charges in school episodes

2 girls face charges in school episodes YOUNGSTOWN -- Two girls face charges after confrontations


MR. MILOSEVIC'S LEGACY

Opinion: Washington Post: The improper arrest of a U.S. diplomat in Belgrade has dramatically demonstrated


July Fourth events to be expanded

Band scholarships will go to Harding and Maplewood high schools. WARREN -- Packard Band's annual


HERMITAGE STRIKE Board seeks to resume talks

Some think the teachers deserve the raise they seek while others think the school board's offer is


MAHONING VALLEY Lieutenant governor explains state view on security

The lieutenant governor is Ohio's main link to the new federal homeland security office. By ROGER


The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple

The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple A PAIR AGAIN: Local TV personality Stan Boney escorts Bianca


MAHONING COUNTY Suit against Budd is tossed

Maj. Mike Budd said the civil lawsuit was without merit. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE


Firestone will speak

Firestone will speak COLUMBIANA -- Kimball Firestone, grandson of the late Harvey S. Firestone,


MAHONING VALLEY Counties get grants for area watersheds

The local grants were part of more than $80,000 awarded statewide. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning and


Mothers of Twins honors member

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Mothers of Twins Club honored Sue Brandenstein as its Mother of the


TRAFICANT TRIAL Judge halts defense

The judge was accused of being part of a conspiracy to 'screw a targeted member of Congress.' By


WEST BRANCH SCHOOLS Board seeks bids for building projects

The board granted a principal and support personnel three-year contracts. By JoANN JONES


TRAVEL INDUSTRY Airlines squeeze agents

Six airlines have eliminated commissions for travel agents who sell flight tickets. By DON


WARREN Rehab center raises half of funds for expansion

The organization has operated for more than 50 years. WARREN -- The Children's Rehabilitation


Warren PEO Sisterhood elects officers for 2002

WARREN -- The Warren Chapter of Philanthropic Education Organization Sisterhood met March 12 at a


YOUNGSTOWN Teen-age mom indicted

The woman faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted. YOUNGSTOWN -- An 18-year-old North Garland


SHARON Winner asks for arbitrator in fee dispute

SHARON, Pa. -- Businessman James E. Winner Jr. said he's willing to submit to arbitration an


GAIL WHITE When two worlds collide, it must be 3 p.m.

It is 3 p.m., and my 13-year-old has just walked in the house after school. Three-year-old David


Visitors to Youngstown influenced by city's look

Opinion: The decision by Youngstown city government to join forces with the all-volunteer Streetscape group


INDICTMENTS Mahoning County

The following people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury: Lafreda Moorer, 26,


TRAFICANT CASE Judge halts defense in trial

The judge was accused of being part of a conspiracy to 'screw a targeted member of Congress.' By