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Judge reverses assault verdict
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- A judge has overturned a jury's
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Last King10.203.603.60 Queenies Express (B Miller)2.602.40
PA. MALPRACTICE Students take stand against high costs
Just Tuesday, juries ordered two verdicts of $15 million and $20 million. GREENSBURG, Pa. (AP) --
LeBron James bypassed for NBA All-Star game
The Cavaliers' rookie wasn't among the seven East reserves selected. NEW YORK (AP) -- Call him
FOOTBALL Clarett must prove himself
That's how scouts view the running back's prospects in the NFL. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Now that Maurice
'Severe' potholes reported by several motorists
'Severe' potholes reported by several motorists YOUNGSTOWN -- A city police officer checked out
By HOWARD SHAPIRO
By HOWARD SHAPIRO KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS O, YOU ARE NOT THE WORST suitcase packer in America.
STAMP CRITERIA \ U.S. Postal Service The U.S. Postal Service and the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee have established these criteria for subject matter on U.S. stamps:
They will primarily feature American or American-related subjects. No living person shall be
LORDSTOWN Officials mull plan for S.R. 45
Sidewalks would be built on the east side of state Route 45. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
Knicks 97, Pacers 90
Knicks 97, Pacers 90 NEW YORK -- Two of Isiah Thomas' acquisitions, Penny Hardaway and Stephon
2 face hearings on kidnapping charges
NILES -- A man and woman remain in custody in the city jail on charges of kidnapping and robbing a
Motorcyclist dies; was injured in 2002
Motorcyclist dies; was injured in 2002 NILES -- A motorcyclist struck by a motorist in front of
MAINTENANCE Shoring up house against the cold
Don't forget to add a little moisture to the air. NEWSDAY Winter's big chill can stop your
Ponds, sprinklers need some care during the chill
LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY In-ground sprinkler systems should have been winterized in the late fall. If
Report fails to list missing cash
The commissioner declined to say where the other money was. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and STEPHEN SIFF
Men's Top 25
Men's Top 25 No. 9 Kentucky 68, No. 21 Florida 65 Erik Daniels scored 22 points and the
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator YOUNGSTOWN MODEL: The proposed downtown Youngstown arena is modeled on a
Moral majority must speak against Super Bowl excesses
Opinion: Moral majority must speak against Super Bowl excesses EDITOR: In response to the half time show
"The rest of your life, you're going to be known as the guy who tried to take down Martha Stewart.
Opinion: "The rest of your life, you're going to be known as the guy who tried to take down Martha Stewart.
BOARDMAN Speaker praises region's strengths
This region is a desirable place to live and work, an urban planner says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-6-5 Pick 4, 4-7-2-2 Buckeye 5, 13-18-
YOUNGSTOWN MURDER TRIAL Friend of accused recounts hearing gunshots
Drummond could get the death penalty if convicted of aggravated murder. By BOB JACKSON
Mill Creek input sought
Mill Creek input sought CANFIELD -- Mill Creek MetroParks is seeking public comment on two
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Suddenly, I'm walking in a wicker wonderland
The relentless march of the commercial seasons continues as a Boardman Giant Eagle used the last
WASHINGTON Ford Sport Trac gets worst rollover score
Chevy and Volvo had the top-rated SUVs among those tested. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Ford Explorer
SOCKS ROCK Show them off
Show your socks. Wear shorts, a jean skirt or cuffed jeans. Keep it sporty. Try socks with jersey
NHL Capsules
NHL Capsules By The Associated Press BOSTON (AP) -- Brian Rolston scored on a rebound with 1:33
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune COZY: A large area rug placed at the foot of a bed creates a conversation
SHARON, FARRELL City of Sharrell? Reaction mixed to merger plan
DeCapua's plan calls for a higher wage tax but much lower property taxes. By HAROLD GWIN
Associated Press
Associated Press WELL-WISHERS: Billie Jo Jimenez, left rear, her mother, Carole Bernhardt, left
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 4, the 35th day of 2004. There are 331 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Feb. 4, the 35th day of 2004. There are 331 days left in the year. On this date
Bryant defense hammers investigator on procedures; trying to get evidence thrown out
Bryant defense hammers investigator on procedures; trying to get evidence thrown out Eds: SUBS 6th
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America,46 21.33 21.34 Avalon Holdings,3.833.93 Bank
Pirates still don't have all the pieces
In two years, the Carolina Panthers went from being the worst team in the National Football League
Boozer keys Cavaliers' triumph over Pistons
Carlos Boozer compensated for LeBron James' cold-shooting night. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN Panel to decide who gets shares of Koliser reward
The bulk of the money will likely go to a Florida man, the chief says. By PATRICIA MEADE
Two suspects plead innocent in murder case
YOUNGSTOWN -- Two people pleaded innocent Wednesday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to charges
A referendum on consolidation proposal?
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- City resident Gregg Buchanan said there's a move afoot to get the five-
TRUMBULL COUNTY Board asks Tsagaris to return funds
The commissioner fired his campaign treasurer and replaced him with his wife. By STEPHEN SIFF
Pixar, Disney trade heated words after companies end partnership
Disney says it's sad that Pixar has resorted to insults. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The already
STANDINGS Horizon League
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HOW'D HE GET SO FLY? Baby Bash has leapt from the Latino rap scene of Houston to national
HOW'D HE GET SO FLY? Baby Bash has leapt from the Latino rap scene of Houston to national
LION CUB CASE Ownership dispute will go to trial
The trial is scheduled Feb. 18 in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
COLLEGE HOOPS
COLLEGE HOOPS Women's Top 25 No. 3 Texas 89, Missouri 55 AUSTIN, Texas -- Stacy Stephens
Pitt buys up land to improve neighborhood
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The University of Pittsburgh has been buying land to improve the appearance of a
FOOTBALL Area stars find good and bad with recruiting
Football recruiters are persistent as colleges roll out the red carpets. By JOE SCALZO
NEW CASTLE Budget raises taxes after all
Commissioners budgeted $1 million for the closing of Hill View Manor. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Firefighters rescue dog that fell into river
WARREN -- An 8-year-old Russian wolfhound dog was rescued from the frigid waters of the Mahoning
NATIONAL FIRE REPAIR Fine-tuning and upgrades lead to boost for company
YOUNGSTOWN -- Sales of $3 million last year were $500,000 more than 2002 figures for National Fire
Penguins' losing streak hits 11 to tie club record
Pittsburgh also is nearing the modern-era record of 11 straight home losses. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
UNDATED: Maple Leafs.
UNDATED: Maple Leafs. Red Wings 4, Predators 1 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Brett Hull, Brendan
MARTHA STEWART TRIAL Defense lawyers go after ex-Merrill Lynch employee
The witness said he hoped he wouldn't face drug-offense charges. NEW YORK (AP) -- Defense lawyers
SIGN OF THE TIMES | Southern segregation
Saying that the extent of segregation was "only limited by the creativity of Southern lawmakers,"
Here's a look at some new volumes with information on matters of the heart.
Here's a look at some new volumes with information on matters of the heart. By RON BERTHEL
TRUMBULL COUNTY Administrator sells jail program, will sell building
Tony Carson's case has been referred to the Ohio Ethics Commission. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
CAMPBELL Fiscal crisis looms for city
Campbell pins its hopes on business development. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
BRYANT CASE Lawyers, prosecutors vie over pretrial evidence
They battled over evidence for Kobe Bryant's trial on felony sexual assault. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) --
POLAND Village discusses empty gas stations
Village officials hope to buy one of the stations. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Feb. 4. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
2891612183660 INSTITUTIONDAYDAYMOSMOSMOSMOSMOS Associated SchoolNANA1.40 1.701.852.803.75
Canadiens 4, Penguins 3
Canadiens 4, Penguins 3 By ALAN ROBINSON AP Sports Writer PITTSBURGH (AP) -- First, the
ONE-STOP Mahoning Valley job partnership moves into new facility
One-Stop, a collaborative partnership that pulls public and private resources together to help
Man sentenced for damaging school buses
STRUTHERS -- Judge James R. Lanzo sentenced Lawrence M. Conzett, 20, of Sexton Street to 180 days in
INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE | Honorees
These people were honored as outstanding educators Wednesday evening by the Industrial Information
HOME MAINTENANCE Don't knock icicles; instead, try preventive action
Knocking icicles down could do more harm than good, a roofer warns. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Pound to continue to use gassing for animals
LISBON -- Stray and unwanted dogs will continue to be gassed weekly at the Columbiana County Dog
Verdict: Surgeon to pay $15M to Ripa's sister
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A jury has ordered a Philadelphia surgeon to pay $15 million to the sister of
PHOENIX SYSTEMS GROUP E-commerce provider expands product offerings
BOARDMAN -- Phoenix Systems Group, a provider and integrator of e-commerce and catalog management
GIRARD MULTI-GENERATIONAL CENTER
GIRARD MULTI-GENERATIONAL CENTER The Vindicator/William D. Lewis It's all fun and games: Arcade
ICL/TCL BASKETBALL McDonald keeps pace in league race; Sebring maintains lead
The Blue Devils have the best chance of catching Western Reserve. McDONALD -- James Beedle scored
PACKER THOMAS Firm opens office in Pa. and adds accreditation
YOUNGSTOWN -- Packer Thomas expanded into western Pennsylvania last year with a new office in New
INTERIORS Some hints for choosing area rugs
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Area rugs bring in warmth during the winter,
YOUNGSTOWN Sentenced in murder, woman insists she's innocent
The defendant said she was confused by the verdict. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
Tuesday's Sports in Brief
Tuesday's Sports in Brief By The Associated Press COLLEGE BASKETBALL LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) --
COLLABORATION AND PARTNERSHIP Special-needs and Head Start programs
The Youngstown City Schools Special Needs Preschool and MYCAP Head Start programs work together on a
HELOISE Hint keeps sliced apples from turning brown
Dear Heloise: How do you keep apples from browning after slicing them? Rebecca Digrazio,
Overcoming Bolivia's past
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Bolivia is South America's poorest country, where political instability has been
Jury convicts man of raping 8-year-old boy
LISBON -- A Carroll County man faces a maximum life prison sentence after a jury in Columbiana
Battle to save air base will require big guns
Opinion: We would hope by now that every Mahoning Valley resident understands the future of the Youngstown
HUBBARD County panel seeks input for city's land use plan
The plan would provide rules to ensure unsightly development. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Work is nearing end on buildings study
WARREN -- Work is nearly complete on the first phase of a project aimed at improving downtown.
BASKETBALL Whitlow sparkles for Wilson
The senior standout turned in a strong overall performance in a 67-44 win. By BOB ROTH
Summary of police activity:
Summary of police activity: BOARDMAN Jan. 26 Theft: Police arrested a 41-year-old Canfield man
BOARDMAN Man faces murder charge in stabbing death of wife
Police say there were no prior problems at the residence. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
YSU WOMEN Cleveland State to visit Penguins
Time is running out for the 2-18 Penguins. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN
TRUMBULL COUNTY Health offices site strife goes on
The health department's roof began leaking anew Tuesday. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
LAST TWO: The Alero, left, and Silhouette are the last two Oldsmobiles in production. General Motors
LAST TWO: The Alero, left, and Silhouette are the last two Oldsmobiles in production. General Motors
AUSTINTOWN Teen pleads guilty to sexual assaults of children
Parents of the victims say their children's lives have been forever changed. By IAN HILL
AREA
AREA Canfield skaters draw Euclid KENT -- The Canfield High School ice hockey team will take on
C.F. MARTIN & amp; CO. Guitar is one in a million
The landmark guitar is decorated with 65 diamonds. NAZARETH, Pa. (AP) -- C.F. Martin & amp;
For today's recruiting feature, here are your art options: Stoops (file art taken on Sept. 26),
For today's recruiting feature, here are your art options: Stoops (file art taken on Sept. 26),
Higher gas prices mean other costs rise, owners say
Gasoline prices are expected to increase again this spring and summer. By MARALINE KUBIK
SALEM SCHOOLS Board members set aside conflict
If it happens again, charges will be filed, a board member said. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
TRUMBULL JAIL Chief denies knowing of dentist's probation
The dentist's license was suspended in 2000 for 90 days. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
NEW YORK Judge: Clarett eligible for NFL
The ruling could open the door for other teen football standouts. NEW YORK (AP) -- Suspended Ohio
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
TUESDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Wilson 67, Youngstown Christian 44 Hudson 63,
CANFIELD Rent-A-Center announces plans to buy Rainbow
The company's stock value shot up 94 percent at news of the acquisition. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
Harding grinds out SVC win
The Raiders responded to consecutive losses by beating Mooney. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
Charged in damage
Charged in damage NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Three Westminster College students are charged with
BOB KNIGHT Verbal spat at grocery store draws a reprimand
The coach admits his weakness in not walking away. LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) -- After being reprimanded
NORTH JACKSON Residents see plans for war memorial
No construction date has been set for the $150,000 project. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR
JAMES L. MARTIN Sending your baggage ahead proposed
The longer I'm around, the more I'm impressed by the genius of American entrepreneurs. Consider
NILES Man, woman face charges after resident is terrorized
Two people were awaiting arraignment today in Niles Municipal Court. NILES -- A man and woman face
COMPANYTYPE OF SAMPLECHINESE AUCTION
COMPANYTYPE OF SAMPLECHINESE AUCTION American Red CrossChocolate covered pretzelsGift basket
ANNIE'S MAILBOX He swears music won't cause bad language
Dear Annie: I am a 14-year-old boy living in the Midwest. I am a big fan of the politically charged
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
PGA TOUR Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Courses: Pebble Beach
U.N. should investigate sale of Pakistan's nuclear secrets
Opinion: If there were such a thing as a human weapon of mass destruction, it would be Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan,
DISTRICT Cards' Zidian has big role; Ursuline loses to McDowell
Fitch slipped to 10-4 after losing to Hudson, while Canfield improved to 12-3. HUDSON -- Senior
Cavaliers 85, Pistons 82
Cavaliers 85, Pistons 82 By LARRY LAGE AP Sports Writer AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Carlos
HARRISBURG Group: Let foster kids remain in 1 school
One young man was forced to move months before graduation, so he quit. HARRISBURG (AP) --
Facility located near South Ave.
The mayor expects changes to make the building distinctive to the city. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
Tyler Booth, 6-6, 285, OL from New Philadelphia.
Tyler Booth, 6-6, 285, OL from New Philadelphia. Justin Decker, 6-4, 285, OL from Struthers.
YOUNGSTOWN Programs collaborate to benefit preschoolers
Working together helps educators find developmental delays sooner. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR
HILL, BARTH & amp; KING Firm joins alliance, merges with Florida alliance
BOARDMAN -- Hill, Barth & amp; King has continued to grow in size and availability of services.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Youngstown State expected to sign nine recruits today
Four area players are members of the Penguins' recruiting class. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
NATION
NATION Chairman announces plans to expand Mercury brand CHICAGO -- Despite two years of steep
YSU Grant to help blend math and biology
Students will study in San Salvador Island, Bahamas. YOUNGSTOWN -- The National Science Foundation
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Arbitration is next in talks with sheriff's employees
The county is buying five new sheriff's cruisers. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Jessica Harris sparkles in Hiram defeat
HIRAM -- Sophomore forward Jessica Harris had a record-setting night and her third straight double-
By JOE SCALZO
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN -- Maria was a cheerleader (although she doesn't
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 1-6-16-30-49 Mega Ball, 13 Night drawings: Pick 3,
SIGNING DAY | Area recruits
FITCH Miles Williams, WR, Michigan State Dan Gerberry, OT, Ball State BOARDMAN Mike O'Bruba,
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 5 to
YOUNGSTOWN Speaker: 1954 ruling was most radical ever
Linda Brown had to walk past five schools to get to the black school. By JoANNE VIVIANO
Marino resigns job after only 3 weeks
Dan Marino has quit as the Dolphins' senior vice president of football operations. MIAMI (AP) --
LeBron rejected
LeBron rejected Cavaliers rookie LeBron James was not selected for the NBA All-Star Game and says
PENNSYLVANIA Union's Hannon surpasses 1,000
Craig Hannon scored 32 points to give him 1,013 for his career. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Craig Hannon
INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE Reserve heats up at Mathews
The Blue Devils' big men scored 27 points in the second half. By JAMIE TRINA VINDICATOR
STEELERS Cowher suggests tactics backfired
The coach said the Steelers may have stayed too long with a failing strategy. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
'CULINARY TOURISM'| A review Essays show our taste for differences
Sections of the book explore culinary identity and perceptions of authenticity. By THERESA M.
NEW YORK RANGERS Lindros' playing future uncertain
NEW YORK (AP) -- Rangers star Eric Lindros is uncertain about his playing future after his latest