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TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE Crestview wins in OT for 12th
The Rebels outlasted Lisbon, 67-62, for a 9-3 league record. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR
COLLEGE BASKETBALL YSU comes close to ending road skid
The Penguins were outlasted by Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne, 65-63. VINDICATOR
Schools chief will resign
The board cut $356,000 from this year's budget and expects to get several state grants. &
NHL ROUNDUP Friday's games
Thrashers 4, Devils 2 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Marc Savard and Vyacheslav Kozlov scored 15 seconds
Mideast, S. American woes fuel increase in oil prices
One group warned of a potential oil supply crisis. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Winter's freeze, a possible
NBA A new breed tips off tonight
The 52nd NBA All-Star game will showcase a new generation of players. ASSOCIATED PRESS ATLANTA
Church items stolen
Church items stolen YOUNGSTOWN -- The pastor of Solid Rock Church, 2642 Glenwood Ave., reported
Furyk enjoys Swann thrills
Furyk enjoys Swann thrills Taking the second-round lead at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am was a
Big lead propels Falcons to 13th
Fitch capitalized on a 32-10 start fueled by Jason Aikens to hold off Mooney, 64-53. By JOHN
Learning for a future
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Jose Figueroa hits the stop button
UNDAUNTED: Although it's been less than a month since he was attacked in India for preaching
UNDAUNTED: Although it's been less than a month since he was attacked in India for preaching
MERCER COUNTY Sharon's comeback nets league crown
The Tigers overcame Slippery Rock for their 15th win and the MCAC title. By BILL ALBRIGHT
KATHRYN EARHART | The Butlers Masterpieces to return after tour of the nation
The return of 50 works from the Butler's permanent collection in March will signal a reinstallation
DAYTONA 500 Dale Jr. to battle for pole
It's the only thing he hasn't won at the famed Florida speedway. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Dale
Harvey's 24 pace East Palestine's win
EAST PALESTINE -- Adam Harvey scored 24 points Friday to lead the East Palestine High basketball
Mardi Gras activities at Westminster College
Mardi Gras activities at Westminster College NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Families are invited to attend
SHARON Youth choir from Belarus to perform benefit concert
SHARON, Pa. -- The Krinichka Youth Choir from Minsk, Belarus, will perform at 7 p.m. Monday in the
CRIME SOLVER Mercer County
A robbery is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this week: Crime: Armed robbery Location:
THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting Animals prove pretty as a pitcher
Animal-shaped pitchers and jugs have been made for centuries. English potters made jugs in the
MERCER COUNTY Internship program gets boost from state grant
MERCER, Pa. -- The Penn-Northwest Development Corp. is getting a $25,000 Pennsylvania grant to keep
LAWRENCE COUNTY Hill View transition prompts concerns
The nursing home labor union representative plans to meet with the new owners and talk about job
PENNSYLVANIA BASKETBALL Kennedy Catholic repels Farrell's rally
Bryan-Michael Dungee scored 32 points for Farrell, including 18 in the final quarter. By BRIAN
REGIONAL COLLEGE BASKETBALL Drahos' goal gives Bethany triumph over Grove City
Matt Drahos and Struthers' Mike Majzun each scored 20 points for the Bison in a 102-100 win. GROVE
Impact of traffic near Sam's Club discussed
The fire chief said the state Rt. 82/46 intersection is the busiest and sees the most accidents of
YOUNGSTOWN East Liverpool stops Rayen again
The game was halted for nearly 30 minutes due to an injury. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
TRAVEL AGENTS What to expect
Uniglobe Travel, a travel agency with 900 locations in more than 20 countries, says travelers should
BASEBALL Optimism joins with sun, sand
Spring training boasts new players, new managers and new dreams. ASSOCIATED PRESS Mike Piazza
KENNEDY CATHOLIC 67, FARRELL 64
KENNEDY CATHOLIC 67, FARRELL 64 FARRELL (16-7) -- Ched Phillips 4-2-10, Bryan-Michael Dungee
Green stuns Earnhardt, NASCAR observers with top spot
The unheralded driver earned the pole position for Sunday's season-opening race. DAYTONA BEACH,
Reorganization key in USOC crisis
Reorganization key in USOC crisis Eds: AMs. With BC-OLY--USOC Turmoil-Athletes, Bjt By NANCY
Former official admits guilt
The car was leased by the Columbiana County Democratic Party chairman. & lt;a
HUBBARD Ambulance plan needs funding
The community-operated system would gradually phase in full capabilities. By TIM YOVICH
MIKE BRAUN Violator gets his due
For some people, running afoul of the law once is enough to set them on a straight and narrow path.
FISHING Ice shanty on wheels gives anglers mobility
Anglers create ice-fishing shelter that integrates with trailer. KNIGHT RIDDER ON HALF MOON
WHAT'S DOING?
SPECIAL EVENTS, SEASONS, ETC. The Mosquito Lake Power Squadron will hold a safe boating course for
NHL Lemieux leads Penguins victory
He had four assists as Pittsburgh snapped a four-game losing streak over the Bruins, 5-2. BOSTON
JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Augustin credits playing time at Rayen for skills
PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Canadian Romuald Augustin credits The Rayen School for helping to prepare him
VALENTINE'S DAY CONCERT Kenny Rogers fan hits jackpot with tickets
The country-pop singer is highlighting his romantic material on his current tour. By JOHN PATRICK
Mario reaches milestone
Mario reaches milestone Mario Lemieux had four assists to become the 10th player in NHL history
NEW YORK Indie films fill 1st-run DVD club
For those movie fans who don't have time to go to an independent theater or whose towns don't have
MAC Northern Illinois stops Kent State
The Golden Flashes' eight-game winning streak went down the drain, 67-61. ASSOCIATED PRESS KENT
TOP 25 Top-ranked Gators overturn Tide; Kentucky wins
No. 7 Oklahoma and No. 12 Kansas earned victories while No. 17 Georgia lost. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Extra patrols will end
Over the weekend, several burglaries and thefts were reported to deputies. & lt;a
GIRLS TOURNAMENT PAIRINGS
DIVISION I At Alliance High School Seeds: 1. Boardman. 2. North Canton Hoover. 3. Canton
Nursing home transfer is a first
There are 43 county-owned nursing homes in 38 counties. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The impending sale of
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Fast forward to 2008: Hillary Rodham Clinton is running for president,
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Fast forward to 2008: Hillary Rodham Clinton is running for president,
HORIZON LEAGUE Loyola nips Wright State on Bailey's shot
He made up for missing three free throws in the final seconds, by hitting the game winner with one
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator WOUNDED CHRISTIAN SOLDIER: Joe Cooper of Neshannock Township, Pa.,
NASCAR Stewart likes night opener
The season's first competition, the Budweiser Shootout, will be run under the lights. DAYTONA
Fumes send worker to Salem hospital
SALEM -- An employee of American Standard on South Ellsworth Avenue was taken to Salem Community
Composer gets constant praise and a Grammy nomination
It's not enough to call Dave Holland by name. Fans, writers and collaborators tack on phrases that
WOMEN Tar Heels rally, get 20th win
No. 7-ranked North Carolina climbed out of a 10-point halftime hole to beat North Carolina State.
TRUMBULL COUNTY Special-ed center moves to Eastwood Mall site
Renovations continue at the center, which opened in its new home Jan. 2. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
COLLEGE ROUNDUP Women's Top 25
No. 1 Connecticut 83, No. 23 Boston College 75 BOSTON -- Diana Taurasi scored 22 points to help
SCOTT SHALAWAY Beyond birdwatching-- getting serious
Identifying all the birds at backyard feeders can seem an impossible task to beginners. Depending on
Seminar on pumpkins
Seminar on pumpkins SALEM -- The Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers will host a giant pumpkin-
Urging an alternative career choice
Black firefighters say more blacks need to be exposed to the field. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
WEST MIDDLESEX, PA. Native helped nab sniper suspects
The Shenango Valley native was the first police officer on the scene that night. By HAROLD GWIN
America's presence in Kosovo could serve as a guide in Iraq
Opinion: Amid the vitriolic attacks on America from Osama bin Laden, the world's leading terrorist, and other
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Titans rally in second half to beat Thiel 57-33
Westminster scored 39 points in the final 20 minutes to pull out the victory. By BILL ALBRIGHT
HIGH SCHOOL HALL OF FAME Cardinal Mooney
Dennis Bucci (Class of 1980) -- Called the hub of the Mooney offense, Bucci is the only player in
LOTTERY RESULTS
SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 5-2-3 Pick 4, 7-5-7-0 Buckeye 5, 6-9-23-27-
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Chaney 76, Campbell 68 East Liverpool 80, Rayen 67 Wilson 72, Canton
MEN'S BASKETBALL Tomcats pull away to top Westminster
The Titans twice rallied from 11-point deficits, but couldn't pull ahead. By BILL ALBRIGHT
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Y Two K Compliant6.404.003.20 Secret Guarantee
JACK WOLLITZ Many anglers toughing out the cold and ice
The ice remains solid and a few good walleyes are being pulled up at Mosquito and other local
Wound care service
Wound care service YOUNGSTOWN -- The Wound Care Center of St. Elizabeth and St. Joseph Health Care
KEYSTONE CLIPS Making a return to drought?
After a year of wetter-than-normal weather, the Shenango Valley appears to be slipping back into the
Big-man Gray makes Emmaus contender
ASSOCIATED PRESS Last week was interesting for Emmaus boys' basketball coach Tony Semler. His
JAZZ Holland to play, teach at YSU
Dave Holland had Miles Davis and Betty Carter as mentors. Now he'll play the role of mentor for a
HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY Canfield beaten by Hoover, 7-1
The Cardinals ran out of gas and allowed four second period goals in the loss. By TOM WILLIAMS
NHL Lemieux views bleak Pens future
The team is losing money and attendance is down by more than 1,000 a game. ASSOCIATED PRESS
BIG TEN Minnesota beats top team, again
Michigan snapped a two-game skid with a win over Iowa. ASSOCIATED PRESS MINNEAPOLIS -- Rick
Jason Richardson wins slam dunk event again
He had the signature moves of the day. ATLANTA (AP) -- Jason Richardson's bounce pass off Carlos
Rayen breezes past SVSM
The Tigers wanted to win for their suspended coach. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Avalanche 5, Red Wings 3
Avalanche 5, Red Wings 3 DENVER -- Milan Hejduk had three goals and Radim Vrbata scored the game-
MEDICINE New drug holds promise for sufferers of fibromyalgia
The drug reduces brain chemicals that create the sensation of pain. By LINDA MARSA LOS ANGELES
Legend turning into tragedy
Somewhere along the line, LeBron James seems to have lost his focus. It doesn't seem like he's
YOUNGSTOWN ODOT paving policy has holes, city public works official says
There is a clash between the state paving policy and local priorities. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Lakeview cruises past LaBrae, 67-51
The unbeaten Bulldogs jumped out to a 24-6 lead and were never threatened. By DOUG CHAPIN
Exposureamounts to slap in the face
The All-Star weekend wasn't very fulfilling for Cleveland's players. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Even during
Richardson, Arenas are stars in preliminary
The sophomores beat the rookies in a high-scoring game to begin NBA All-Star Saturday. ATLANTA
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-7-2 Pick 4, 3-0-0-8 Buckeye 5, 9-25-28-29-
SYD KRONISH | Stamps Special Olympics honored
Everyone has a chance to win. Regardless of handicaps, the competition is the thing. And the Special
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY Mooney-Ursuline sparked by Johnson
Luke Johnson scored three goals and Phil Colucci got the go-ahead tally against Boardman in a 6-4
Salem 47, Jefferson 33
Salem 47, Jefferson 33 SALEM -- Alyson Cotter scored 14 points and made four steals to lead the
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL AT A GLANCE
AMERICAN LEAGUE CENTRAL Cleveland Indians Manager: Eric Wedge (first season). 2002: 74-88,
Good news, bad news on use of seat belts
Opinion: To understand why the safety of child passengers should be a priority for every responsible adult,
By TOM WITHERS
By TOM WITHERS ASSOCIATED PRESS EBRON JAMES LEANED HIS HEAD against the folded-up wooden
GIRLS BASKETBALL Davidson fires in 28, Ursuline snares 17th
The Irish dealt Kennedy Catholic its fourth loss, 69-46. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS
PREP SWIMMING Spartans' O'Halloran sets sectional marks
He broke two records and helped Boardman to a fifth-place finish in the meet. AKRON -- Boardman
Tuesday and Wednesday, 6 to 9 p.m.: Mel Grata Chevrolet, Hermitage.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 6 to 9 p.m.: Mel Grata Chevrolet, Hermitage. Feb. 17 and 18, 5:30 to 9
COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
MEN EAST Alvernia 61, Wesley 58 American U. 70, Bucknell 56 Amherst 78, Trinity, Conn. 73
GIRLS BASKETBALL Gaudiose leads Poland
She went over the 1,000 point mark in the Bulldogs 82-38 rout of Struthers. POLAND -- Poland
NHL ROUNDUP Saturday's other games
Flyers 2, Rangers 1 PHILADELPHIA -- Sami Kapanen scored the tie-breaking goal in his first game
Simon, Washinko keep Clippers in first place
Friday's Columbiana-Crestview game should decide the league race. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Broadcaster Jurenovich returns to roots
Jerome Jurenovich brought down the house. Speakers come and speakers go. And sometimes the good
HUMILITY OF MARY Hospital group hires interpreter
She hopes to break down language barriers between Hispanics and the English-speaking community. By
NEW CASTLE Attack will not deter preacher
The missionary hopes to return to India next January to continue his work. By LAURE CIOFFI
Panel snubs Federal Street project
The Issue 2 group put the downtown project on par with the paving of a road in Berlin or Bloomfield.
PBA DAYS INN RESULTS
PBA DAYS INN RESULTS Friday At Don Carter's All Star Lanes - West Dallas Round of 32 Best-
U.S.: Video by bin Laden shows link with Hussein
France, Germany and Belgium vetoed a measure authorizing NATO protection for Turkey. WASHINGTON
NBA Payton's future in doubt in Seattle
The 13-year veteran isn't worrying about it as he prepares for Sunday's All-Star tilt. ATLANTA
NEW ORLEANS Plan: Get streetcars back on line
Leaders are planning to bring back the Canal Street line and are working to revive the line called
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
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