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Stories published March 22, 2002
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
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
INDICTMENTS Mahoning County
The following people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury: Lafreda Moorer, 26,
Visitors to Youngstown influenced by city's look
Opinion: The decision by Youngstown city government to join forces with the all-volunteer Streetscape group
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
SHARON Winner asks for arbitrator in fee dispute
SHARON, Pa. -- Businessman James E. Winner Jr. said he's willing to submit to arbitration an
YOUNGSTOWN Teen-age mom indicted
The woman faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted. YOUNGSTOWN -- An 18-year-old North Garland
Warren PEO Sisterhood elects officers for 2002
WARREN -- The Warren Chapter of Philanthropic Education Organization Sisterhood met March 12 at a
WARREN Rehab center raises half of funds for expansion
The organization has operated for more than 50 years. WARREN -- The Children's Rehabilitation
TRAVEL INDUSTRY Airlines squeeze agents
Six airlines have eliminated commissions for travel agents who sell flight tickets. By DON
WEST BRANCH SCHOOLS Board seeks bids for building projects
The board granted a principal and support personnel three-year contracts. By JoANN JONES
TRAFICANT TRIAL Judge halts defense
The judge was accused of being part of a conspiracy to 'screw a targeted member of Congress.' By
Mothers of Twins honors member
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Mothers of Twins Club honored Sue Brandenstein as its Mother of the
MAHONING VALLEY Counties get grants for area watersheds
The local grants were part of more than $80,000 awarded statewide. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning and
Firestone will speak
Firestone will speak COLUMBIANA -- Kimball Firestone, grandson of the late Harvey S. Firestone,
MAHONING COUNTY Suit against Budd is tossed
Maj. Mike Budd said the civil lawsuit was without merit. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple
The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple A PAIR AGAIN: Local TV personality Stan Boney escorts Bianca
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
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
July Fourth events to be expanded
Band scholarships will go to Harding and Maplewood high schools. WARREN -- Packard Band's annual
MR. MILOSEVIC'S LEGACY
Opinion: Washington Post: The improper arrest of a U.S. diplomat in Belgrade has dramatically demonstrated
2 girls face charges in school episodes
2 girls face charges in school episodes YOUNGSTOWN -- Two girls face charges after confrontations
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
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
YOUNGSTOWN Burdman takes steps for security
A client has been indicted in the slayings of an aide and another client. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Poisonous snake
Poisonous snake BAZETTA -- No charges are being considered against a 16-year-old who told police
Narcotics unit boards up crack house in Niles
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- Authorities boarded up a South Cedar Street
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
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
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.
Student recital to be held Sunday
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Music Teachers Association will present students in a recital planned for
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XDianthus Chapter, American Business Women's Association, will meet at 6 p.m.
POLICE BLOTTER Girard, Hubbard
Summary of police activity: GIRARD March 10 Theft: Someone stole molding from a vehicle parked
'PAINTING CHURCHES' YSU play paints portrait of family
The cast adds humor to the characters' serious situation. BY MARGARET NERY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
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
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
Rescue Mission's grant
Rescue Mission's grant YOUNGSTOWN -- The Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley was the recipient of a
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
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Cancer Society warns on smokeless products
Opinion: Cancer Society warns on smokeless products EDITOR: I would like to respond to the article
Poland appreciates tournament ride
The Bulldogs were surprised to hear that SVSM coach Dru Joyce made accusations against them. By
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown, 1 to
Bristol is hoping to build tradition
The Panthers hoped to influence younger kids within the community. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
WARREN Revenues on rise at Packard hall
Revenues have increased, including that generated from ticket and concession sales. By AMANDA C.