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MOUNTAINEER PARK
MOUNTAINEER PARK SUNDAY'S RESULTS 1st--Southaintbad (Perez)7.404.003.00 Prime Gypsy
NEW MIDDLETOWN Traffic signal to be installed; official offers details about it
The village had asked that a traffic light be considered for a different location. By MARY
HARRISBURG Rendell plan proposes borrowing $2.8 billion
Part of the package would include raising waste-hauling fees in the state. HARRISBURG (AP) --
DAVIS CUP TENNIS Roddick leads U.S. to opening round sweep against Austria
The Americans will face Sweden next in a quarterfinal match. UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) -- Patrick
TRUMBULL COUNTY After 27 years, director of elderly affairs set to retire
The department is primarily funded with grants. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
LEHIGH UNIVERSITY Pictures critical of Bush cause stir
The exhibit curator says the display is meant only to promote discussion. BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) --
SHANKSVILLE, PA. 9/11 site plagued by mine drainage
A trust fund could be set up to deal with drainage problems. SHANKSVILLE, Pa. (AP) -- Planners of
WHO WON WHAT | A complete rundown of the Grammy winners
Album of the Year: "Speakerboxxx/The Love Below," OutKast. Record of the Year: "Clocks," Coldplay.
Random drug testing leaves some stalled
A little-known phobia is costing some people their jobs. ASSOCIATED PRESS Tom Smith worried he
Barrier in Israel hangs in limbo
Barrier in Israel hangs in limbo kPALESTINIAN Malek Abu Roumi shows the view from his window
East Liverpool school aid
East Liverpool school aid COLUMBUS -- East Liverpool schools are getting more than $2.5 million
HUMANE SOCIETY Pet care tips
The Salem Humane Society is using classroom presentations to teach youngsters about proper pet
NBA SUMMARIES
NBA SUMMARIES SUNDAY LAKERS 98, MAGIC 96 L.A. LAKERS (98)--Fox 1-4 0-0 3, Medvedenko 3-7 0-0
MAHONING COUNTY Defense calls witnesses in fatal-shooting case
Prosecutors were expected to call some final rebuttal witnesses today. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
Hoopes-Messer wedding is set for April 24
XWESTERVILLE -- Announcing plans for their forthcoming wedding are Brandie Nicole Hoopes and Joshua
NFC prevails, 55-52
It was the highest scoring game in Pro Bowl history. HONOLULU (AP) -- Although Chad Johnson caught
Leann M. Isaac, Vito Restaino Jr. to wed in mid-May
XNEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert Isaac of 5 Southview Ave., are announcing the engagement of
YOUNGSTOWN United Way is short of goal
Some 42 local businesses contributed for the first time this year. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown-
Sherri Colwell, Craig Burney to wed Aug. 28
XSherri Lynn Brewster Colwell of New Middletown and Craig Ashley Burney of Youngstown are engaged.
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Men's college basketball
No. 1 Duke 81, Clemson 55 DURHAM, N.C. -- J.J. Redick scored 23 points and freshman Luol Deng
NHL veterans show they still have game
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- So much for the NHL's youth movement. Mark Messier, Joe Sakic and Gary
SPEECH WINNERS OHSSL District meet
Results from the Ohio High School Speech League District Tournament, held Feb. 7 at Howland High
Skewed budget priorities
Opinion: Washington Post: If the federal budget is a mirror of national priorities, consider this skewed
GOLF ROUNDUP Vijay Singh continues amazing run towards his ultimate goal
It was his 12th straight top-10 finish, two away from Jack Nickaus' record. ASSOCIATED PRESS
TOP 25 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Wright in 2,000-point club as Purdue prevails
Shereka Wright surpassed 2,000 career points in a 57-54 win over Ohio State. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bracket Buster showcase for league
Youngstown State's men's basketball team will take part in the second annual Bracket Buster
Judge Dellick is wrong about endless second chances
Opinion: Judge Dellick is wrong about endless second chances EDITOR: As Judge Dellick stated in The
AUSTINTOWN Trustees laud cops, dispatcher for rescue
Trustees approved a memorial for Wickliffe Circle. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
MEN'S SCORES SUNDAY EAST Boston College 89, St. John's 61 Castleton St. 91, Maine-Farmington 71
NBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games
Lakers 98, Magic 96 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Derek Fisher stole the ball from Rod Strickland and set up
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia281211572158123
WILMINGTON, DEL. Ex-Chrysler chief explains notes during trial
An investor's lawsuit is back in court after a long break. WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) -- Former
If the state funds stadiums, why not auto racing tracks?
Opinion: We don't pretend to know if the construction of an indoor auto racing track is feasible. Just
YOUNGSTOWN Experts discuss importance of child restraints in vehicles
Almost half of kids ages 4 to 7 killed in crashes aren't restrained, statistics show. By WILLIAM
Weapons-possession case
Weapons-possession case GROVE CITY, Pa. -- A George Junior Republic employee is accused of
REUNIONS
XSouth High School All-Class Alumni Association will meet at 1 p.m. Feb. 18 at Denny's on Route 224
WEEKEND TRANSACTIONS
WEEKEND TRANSACTIONS BASKETBALL National Basketball Association INDIANA PACERS--Activated F
SHE'S THE CHAMP Hungry for competition
At 99 pounds, Sonya Thomas carries more than her own weight in the contests. By PETER CARLSON
BOARDMAN Officials to address flooding woes
The township administrator has three goals in mind for the meeting. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
PARENTING Finding baby sitters on the Web
Some sites connect parents' co-ops; others find sitters who work for pay. By STEPHANIE DUNNEWIND
LISBON Levy would fund stadium fixes
An all-weather track would be added to the stadium. By SUE DROTLEFF VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
DETROIT Possible flaw in windshield wipers forces GM to recall midsize SUVs
Owners will be notified on the recall later this year. DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors Corp. will
CHILD PASSENGERS Safety information
Injury to children during a vehicle crash can be reduced by: Buckling up every trip. Placing
Parents announce Wertz-Girdley engagement
XCANFIELD -- Ronald and Alice Wertz, 8415 Herbert Road, are announcing the engagement of their
YSU Hot dates? Group will produce calendar
If the calendar of women sells well, the group will make one featuring men. YOUNGSTOWN -- A group
SUNDAY'S SCORES
SUNDAY'S SCORES BASEBALL SOUTH Ala.-Huntsville 7, Nova Southeastern 4 Armstrong Atlantic 8,
U.S. wins easily
U.S. wins easily Led by Andy Roddick, a formidable U.S. team completed a 5-0 first-round sweep of
MARTHA STEWART TRIAL Secretary breaks down while giving testimony
The prosecution's star witness had earlier left the witness stand. NEW YORK (AP) -- In an abrupt
Associated Press
Associated Press SHOOTING SITE: Douglas Berry looks at the overpass from which a sniper fired at
Officer's belongings found
Officer's belongings found STRUTHERS -- City police have recovered property stolen Wednesday from
BOARDMAN Man appears before judge in murder case
Bond has been set at $1 million. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- A
DIET TRENDS Food makers respond to low-carb craze
Last year, 633 new foods on U.S. grocery shelves claimed to be low-carb. By LINDA GIUCA HARTFORD
Today is Monday, Feb. 9, the 40th day of 2004. There are 326 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Monday, Feb. 9, the 40th day of 2004. There are 326 days left in the year. On this date in
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES AREA Chaney 63, Struthers 58 East Liverpool 67, Rayen 46
Principal: Gym teacher has been fired
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) -- A Lehigh Valley Academy gym teacher charged with slamming a 9-year-old boy
Alaina S. Mollis to be bride of Justin M. Houston
XJerry and Sue Mollis, 921 Cynthia Ave., Niles, and Bill and Debi Siskovic, 3745 Fawn Drive,
Man charged in Internet sting faces hearing
NEW WATERFORD -- Preliminary hearings for a 54-year-old Kentucky man caught in an Internet sting
Kathryn Rizzi is engaged to Mr. Brocklehurst
XThe engagement of Kathryn M. Rizzi, 2837 Linwood Ave., Cincinnati, and Craig L. Brocklehurst, 3314
AT & amp;T PEBBLE BEACH NATIONAL
AT & amp;T PEBBLE BEACH NATIONAL SUNDAY SCORES Pebble Beach, Calif. Purse: $5.3 million
LISBON | Village council
Village council handled these matters at its Monday meeting: Added Mary Ann Gray to council,
Pupils learn how to care for pets
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU When the woman stood before the chalkboard and asked
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf New Jersey2920.592--8-2W-816-
Worker, cleaning debris off track, run over by paraplegic race driver
Roy H. Weaver III died after being hit by the car traveling more 100 mph. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP)
COLLEGE HOCKEY EAST STANDINGS
COLLEGE HOCKEY EAST STANDINGS North Division WLTPtsGFGA Edinboro1031218554
HELOISE Share favorite recipes with the next generations
Dear Heloise: I was thinking about all the family favorite recipes that have been lost because no
YOUNGSTOWN
YOUNGSTOWN Special to The Vindicator CELEBRATION: New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St.,
OIL OPEC members opt to begin production cutbacks in April
OPEC wants to keep oil prices up even if demand falls. ALGIERS, Algeria (AP) -- In a surprise
Summary of police activity in Canfield city and Austintown:
Summary of police activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD Feb. 3 Marijuana
WORTH A LOOK
BOOK SALES XFriends of the East Palestine Memorial Public Library, 309 N. Market St., are planning
Block watch to meet
Block watch to meet SNOOP Block Watch will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Brownlee Woods Presbyterian
NASCAR Biffle surprise starter on Daytona 500 pole
It was his first pole in 43 tries on NASCAR's biggest series. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- For
2 charged in robbery try
2 charged in robbery try LIBERTY -- Two men are accused of trying to rob a township convenience
James still excited about Cavs' chances
AKRON (AP) -- When the Cleveland Cavaliers won the NBA draft lottery last year, LeBron James had his
Sunday's College Hockey Scores
Sunday's College Hockey Scores By The Associated Press EAST Middlebury 7, Amherst 2
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Sibling fears brother was responsible for deaths
Dear Annie: My brother killed his only son, and it was ruled a suicide. Our family knows it was not
Buckeye 5 winner
Buckeye 5 winner YOUNGSTOWN -- A city woman claimed her $100,000 top prize in the Ohio Lottery's
NOTEBOOK | Daytona International Speedway
Aching hello: Helio Castroneves was shaken up in a crash while practicing for the International Race
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard A. Chenoweth, 46, of 5430 Lou-Ida Blvd., Austintown,
ERIE, PA. Councilman to seek probe into land deals
The mayor says he has no connection to the land deals. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Some city council members
Salem school board sides with suspended worker
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- What Annette Howard is calling the worst year
Ricki D. Pinkins was never involved in the planning of a 1982 robbery that resulted in the death of
Ricki D. Pinkins was never involved in the planning of a 1982 robbery that resulted in the death of
LOS ANGELES Disney fights back against claims made by ex-board members
The company urged shareholders not to be 'misled.' LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Walt Disney Co. took
Tights, knee-highs ride the comeback wave
Fashion fans will obviously reap a bonus from crawling into fall's favorite new short skirts: warm
DIVISION TALLIES
DIVISION TALLIES Youngstown-Mahoning Valley United Way Campaign Cabinet volunteers gave the
Charlene Mallog, Eric Lane plan March 20 rite
XWARREN -- Peter and Linda Mallog of 3695 Newton-Tomlinson Road are announcing the coming marriage
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Little notebook is a big help for minding what matters
My memory has been so woefully overtaxed of late that I've taken to carrying a little notebook
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES New York 76, Miami 64 Houston 86, Atlanta 77 Boston 110, Philadelphia 80
NASCAR DAYTONA 500
NASCAR DAYTONA 500 SUNDAY'S QUALIFYING RESULT At Daytona International Speedway Daytona, Fla.