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Warren city services couldn't absorb loss of income tax
Opinion: We are firm believers in demanding that government do more with less. Generally, the times require
Will we never be rid of Traficant?
Opinion: It was the final straw: Callers last week to "The Dan Rivers Show" on WKBN Radio actually recomended
MERCER Death penalty ruled out in slaying of counselor
Authorities said the pair left the counselor bound and gagged. MERCER, Pa. -- Prosecutors won't be
BOSTON New Balance keeps running
New Balance continues to grow by selling function over fashion. BOSTON (AP) -- Jim Davis still
NILES SCHOOLS State official: Administrator appointment is invalid
The school board will meet again at noon Thursday to discuss personnel. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Howland girl, 5, injured in explosion, fire
HOWLAND -- A 5-year-old girl is in the burn unit at Children's Hospital Medical Center in Akron
COLLEGE SWIMMING YSU set for Horizon event today
The Penguins have high expectations under first-year coach Matt Anderson. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
21 district wrestlers bound for Columbus
Eric Chine leads three Fitch qualifiers in Division I action. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT Twenty-one
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Lucian O. Bobina, 28, of 1716 Olson Ave., Youngstown, and Mia
PRESIDENTIAL RACE Edwards talks trade at Valley union hall
The North Carolina senator described 'two Americas' separated by wealth and privilege. By DAVID
Perry tops West Middlesex, 64-57
The Panthers lost twice to the Big Red during regular season play. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR
American people must hold Bush accountable for war
Opinion: American people must hold Bush accountable for war EDITOR: I'm concerned about the enormous
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Kent St. wins 10th straight; Drake upends Akron in OT
The Golden Flashes set a league record with six straight 20-win seasons. ASSOCIATED PRESS KENT
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Joseph and Amanda Donohue, 2238 Vernon, Warren, girl, Feb. 20. John and Jessica
BEIJING Government indicts church leaders
Officials have denied that the government is violating religious freedoms. BEIJING (AP) -- China
EAST LIVERPOOL Software academy, plant to train disadvantaged
The software plant will compete for jobs now lost to offshore competitors. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
NORTH JACKSON -- Tim Shaw, a 6-foot-1 senior for the Jackson-Milton High basketball team, topped
NORTH JACKSON -- Tim Shaw, a 6-foot-1 senior for the Jackson-Milton High basketball team, topped
Kerry picks up three more victories
Dennis Kucinich won his first delegates with a second-place finish in Hawaii. COMBINED DISPATCHES
SOAP SCOOP| Daytime
MAJOR NEWS AT "DAYS OF OUR LIVES & quot;: John Ingle, who has played Edward Quartermaine on
MAHONING, TRUMBULL COMMISSIONERS Candidates support local airport
Most candidates see potential for the regional airport. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
YOUNGSTOWN Teens hear success stories
More than 500 students from 12 area high schools participated. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR
DIVISION III DISTRICT Four area wrestlers to state meet
Nick Dierkes, Jake Hambrick, Tristan Thompson and Dave Dillon qualified. MENTOR -- Four
WASHINGTON FBI suspected McVeigh link with Aryan bank robbers
Potential evidence found at the robbers' Ohio hideout was destroyed. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The FBI
U.S. SENATE Debate set for measure against gun lawsuits
Opponents plan two amendments to the bill. CHICAGO TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- The Senate is scheduled
WOMEN'S COLLEGE ROUNDUP Saturday's Top 25 games
No. 2 Connecticut 81, No. 23 Boston College 60 BOSTON -- Jessica Moore and Ashley Battle helped
WAL-MART Not everyone sees chain as good for economy, workers
Opponents say Wal-Mart's low prices are forcing American jobs overseas. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
Ohio legislation proposes 4-day week for pupils
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Public and private schools could switch to a four-day week under a bill before
TRUMBULL COUNTY Convention board fills 2 vacant seats
The board changed its rules so it could better defend the appointments in court. By STEPHEN SIFF
BASKETBALL Niles bounces Mineral Ridge
NILES -- Kevin Robertson and Dan Jones teamed up to score 44 points Saturday as the Niles High boys
Seminar set on aging
Seminar set on aging WARREN -- A luncheon seminar on aging and human sexuality will be presented
HBO What's next for women after series?
Where will a movie script take the women? NEWSDAY NEW YORK -- With a Big ending like that,
No. 2 Connecticut 81, No. 23 Boston College 60
No. 2 Connecticut 81, No. 23 Boston College 60 BOSTON -- Jessica Moore and Ashley Battle helped
NFL Steelers to cut players, salaries
Pittsburgh is creating salary-cap room for free agents and rookies. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A lot of
High school scores from western Pennsylvania
High school scores from western Pennsylvania By The Associated Press WESTERN REGION PIAA
BOYS BASKETBALL Tigers deal WR first loss in loop
Springfield outlasted Western Reserve in overtime, 54-48. NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The Springfield High
Today is Ash Wednesday, Feb. 25, the 56th day of 2004. There are 310 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Ash Wednesday, Feb. 25, the 56th day of 2004. There are 310 days left in the year. On this
N.C. senator says he's prepared for battle with Bush
One Ohio State student said he thinks Edwards has crossover appeal. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
OHIO HOOPS Younger brothers earning some spotlight at Troy
Troy's team features siblings of Cris and Butch Carter, and Brooks Hall. ASSOCIATED PRESS Two
WEATHERSFIELD Inspectors allege RMI violated safety rules
The case remains open to give the company time to contest the citations. WEATHERSFIELD -- Federal
HAITI Aristide foes reject plan to avoid civil war
Colin Powell had tried to negotiate an end to the crisis. PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) -- Haiti's
HIPAA Fast facts
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 sets standards for maintaining the
TRUMBULL COUNTY Elections board asks commissioner to verify claims on missing money
The official said a burglar broke into his home and stole the money. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Patrick and Milagros Biggart, 3993 S. Schenley Ave., Apt. 2, Youngstown,
TRUMBULL COUNTY Commissioner asked to verify money claims
The official said a burglar broke into his home and stole the money. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
IRAQ U.S. helicopter crashes; police official assassinated
Militants continued threats against Iraqis who cooperate with allied forces. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Barnett corners stupid market
In most presidential election years, it's hard for most of us to compete with the politicians when
JACKSON-MILTON 72, SOUTHINGTON 69
JACKSON-MILTON 72, SOUTHINGTON 69 SOUTHINGTON -- David Motz 14-4-34, Kevin Swiger 4-1-13, Brandon
ATLANTA Hawks are having their worst time in some 30 years
The franchise that dates back to the start of the NBA has come upon hard times. ATLANTA (AP) --
PENNSYLVANIA Erie Prep wrestler loses, transfers
Kory Hiner won't take the mat for Ft. LeBoeuf. Erie Cathedral Prep sophomore 103-pounder Kory
MASSACHUSETTS Deerfield will mark defeat of 1704
Villagers were victims of the war between the French and the British. DEERFIELD, Mass. (AP) -- The
BONNIE ERBE Women backsliding from progress
Opinion: A troubling survey came out last week. The Center for Women in Government and Civil Society at the
HORIZON LEAGUE Flores scores 27 in Manhattan's 83-76 victory
Butler won in overtime while Detroit ripped Ball State. ASSOCIATED PRESS MILWAUKEE -- Luis
Flyers 5, Thrashers 4
Flyers 5, Thrashers 4 PHILADELPHIA -- Simon Gagne scored on a penalty shot with 1:01 remaining.
PIRATES Wilson again headed to bench
Craig Wilson is versatile, but the Pirates keep bringing in other players. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) --
AROUND THE NBA Tuesday's other games
Timberwolves 108, Bucks 102 MILWAUKEE -- Sam Cassell scored 29 points in his return to Milwaukee
Route 164 receives emergency patching
LISBON -- Workers from Superior Paving & amp; Minerals Inc. worked about 70 hours and used 300
SHARON Program recycles medical gear
People who need lift chairs have to wait nearly a year to get the equipment. By HAROLD GWIN
FORUM HEALTH Union wants one contract for all
Contracts for about 1,500 Forum workers expire March 31. YOUNGSTOWN -- Union workers at Forum
Sponsors pick designs as project takes flight
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Todd S. Fowler remembers the times
FARRELL State board will consider classifying area historical
The state said too many old homes had been razed to consider a second district. By HAROLD GWIN
VEGETABLES As an ingredient, celery represents versatility
Raw or cooked, this is one vegetable with many uses. By JEANNE McMANUS WASHINGTON POST "Let's
GIRARD Speaker urges passage of levy to benefit seniors
State and federal funding for senior services is being reduced annually, the speaker said. By
"It's not at all clear that we understand what we're looking at."
Opinion: "It's not at all clear that we understand what we're looking at." Rob Manning Mars rover
JACKSON CASE Race question is subject of much debate
Media experts don't know if race will be a big deal in the Jackson case. By CARY DARLING KNIGHT
WASHINGTON GOP takes wait-and-see position on Bush's marriage amendment
The majority of Americans oppose same-sex marriages, polls show. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush
GEORGE F. WILL Changing the meaning of anti-Semitic
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- It used to be said that anti-Catholicism was the anti-Semitism of the intellectuals.
A helping hand, not a boot
Opinion: Miami Herald: A proposal to cut $1 billion from the Section 8 housing-assistance program is the Bush
NORTH LIMA District court's order bars enforcement of law against total nudity
Without enforcement, it's been a Wild West atmosphere, a state official says. By PATRICIA MEADE
CAMPBELL Treasurer: Schools face money problems
Campbell is a poor district with an eroding tax base, the treasurer said. By MARALINE KUBIK
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOLS Board, union approve new pact
The union and board got the deal done well before the old contract expired. By VIRGINIA ROSS
GOLF GLANCE | This week's events
INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF PGA TOURS WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS Accenture Match Play
A summary of police activity in Canfield City and Austintown:
A summary of police activity in Canfield City and Austintown: CANFIELD Feb. 16 Purse found: A
GAIL WHITE 30-year bounty hunter with heart thinks of hanging up handcuffs
I didn't know what to expect as I drove to western Pennsylvania to interview Dart. I had never met
WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP Fire levy group to hold public meetings
If approved, levy funds would be used to hire three part-time firefighters. MINERAL RIDGE -- The
Review finds flaws at the National Zoo
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Significant flaws in care and management at the National Zoo threaten the well-
HOLLYWOOD TV show tapings offer free tickets
For very popular shows, even ticket holders had better arrive early.
NORTH AFRICA In Morocco, rescuers continue to search for quake survivors
One official said she heard reports that a village of 6,000 was destroyed. AL HOCEIMA, Morocco
RAZOR WARS Cutting edge: 4-blade disposables
U.S. and Japanese companies are joining forces for the product. BOSTON (AP) -- The battle of the
Citigroup agrees to take over KorAm Bank
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- U.S. financial services giant Citigroup has agreed to buy KorAm Bank,
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America,46 21.54 21.55 Avalon Holdings,3.383.43 Bank
HAITI Marines help foreigners to flee chaos
One American, trapped at a roadblock, set off for the airport on foot. PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP)
Divorce from Thurman likely, Hawke says
Divorce from Thurman likely, Hawke says LOS ANGELES -- Ethan Hawke has confirmed that his marriage
Mahoning County: Ditzler, McNally for commissioner
Opinion: With the decision by two Mahoning County commissioners, Vicki Allen Sherlock and Edward Reese, not
TO DONATE
TO DONATE Recycle your equipment When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 6. Where: Shenango Valley Mall,
DIVISION II WRESTLING Southeast qualifies three for state event
Three others from the area also will compete in Columbus. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT AKRON -- Six
WASHINGTON Al-Qaida is still a threat, CIA chief says
George Tenet received more grilling on faulty prewar intelligence on Iraq. WASHINGTON POST
Weir pulls ahead with record start
The Masters champion broke the 54-hole tournament record. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES -- Mike
NUTRITION Comments aim to shape food pyramid
A food bull's-eye instead of a pyramid? That was one suggestion to the USDA. By JULIE DEARDORFF
HARRISBURG Education groups fight property-tax measure
Limiting boards' power to raise property taxes is necessary, some say. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A
GIRLS BASKETBALL Ursuline subdues Raiders, 98-46
East Palestine, Cardinal and Lakeview also won tournament openers. HANOVERTON -- Tyra Grant scored
CHARLEROI, PA. Homeless men evicted from veterans post
Without the club, the veterans would have slept on the street, officials said. CHARLEROI, Pa. (AP)
YOUNGSTOWN Two-car crash kills city man, injures another
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 35-year-old Foster Drive man died after a two-car crash on the Himrod Avenue
LACI PETERSON CASE Both sides must give documents to judge
The defense and prosecution also debated the reliability of tracking dogs. REDWOOD CITY, Calif.
WARREN Two cops face administrative charges
The cruiser tape was shut off before the conversation ended. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
WASHINGTON Greenspan urges future cuts in Social Security
Retiring boomers are going to stress the system enormously, the chairman said. WASHINGTON (AP) --
FARRELL State board to consider historical area
The state said too many old homes had been razed to consider a second district. By HAROLD GWIN
DAN K. THOMASSON There's no quick fix to trade problems
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- That giant sucking sound that Ross Perot warned about in the debate over the North
Nets 97, Hornets 84
Nets 97, Hornets 84 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Kenyon Martin had 23 points, 13 rebounds, four steals
ALLIANCE Meeting set for 61st District
ALLIANCE -- Several Democratic members of the Ohio House will participate in a town hall meeting at
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia321511580182145
Grove City gets PAC win, 71-61
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Ryan Eller scored 16 points and Tanner Prosser added 15 Tuesday as the Grove City
SOUTH FORK, PA. Debate centers on letting cops pass school buses
Bus operators say the state law that allows police to pass should be changed. SOUTH FORK, Pa.
NEW CASTLE Budget cuts cause library to alter hours
The library is asking patrons to urge the governor to restore funding. By LAURE CIOFFI
WASHINGTON High court vote OKs denying scholarships
Justices Scalia and Thomas were the dissenters. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Supreme Court, in a new
DISTRICT SWIMMING How area athletes fared
GIRLS Division I Boardman: Hayley Robinson (100 breastroke) 3rd, 1:07.44; Sarah Grabert (100
Red Cross course to train lifeguards
YOUNGSTOWN --The Mahoning County Chapter of the American Red Cross has scheduled a lifeguard
PAKISTAN Raid along border nets Al-Qaida suspects, allies
U.S. and Pakistani troops aim to isolate fighters in mountainous regions. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
Authorities search for runaway girl
Authorities search for runaway girl AUSTINTOWN -- Police are looking for a 14-year-old Mallard
JERRY STILLER, ANNE MEARA Improvisation, on stage and off, served couple well
Stiller and Meara got their big break on 'The Ed Sullivan Show' in 1962. NEW YORK (AP) -- After
IRAQ U.S. copter crashes, killing 2; police official assassinated
Militants continued threats against Iraqis who cooperate with allied forces. HADITHA, Iraq (AP) --
PHILADELPHIA Billionaires aim to spend all of fortune on charities
The couple has already pledged millions to some colleges. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- In the past four
Boardman police probe several break-ins
Boardman police probe several break-ins BOARDMAN -- Township police are investigating a series of
MEN'S TOP 10 Sweet revenge: Cincinnati tops Louisville in OT
The Bearcats lost to Louisville by 27 points in January. ASSOCIATED PRESS CINCINNATI -- Field
N.M. governor declares emergency after storm
N.M. governor declares emergency after storm ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- Gov. Bill Richardson declared a
LIQUOR LICENSES
LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers
PRESIDENTIAL RACE Sen. Kerry touts fair trade in Valley visit
If elected, the senator said he would toughen NAFTA. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
YSU PREVIEW Today's game
MEN Who: Youngstown State (8-17, 4-10) vs. Butler University (13-12, 7-7). When: 7 p.m.
NILES SCHOOLS Hiring sparks union grievance
The Weathersfield superintendent has decided not to resign from his current job. By SHERRI L.
Liberty's pressure too much for Falls
The Leopards posted a 62-57 Trumbull Athletic Conference win. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
LAWRENCE CO. PUBLIC DEFENDERS Official seeks office revamp
Commissioners will vote on the proposal Thursday. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
AROUND THE RINKS
AROUND THE RINKS Tuesday's NHL games Flyers 3, Blackhawks 1 PHILADELPHIA -- Former Blackhawk
Police chief intends to run for mayor
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police Chief Robert E. Bush Jr. said today that he intends to run for mayor in the May
Pupil starts suspension for magazine
BELPRE, Ohio (AP) -- A sixth-grader started serving a three-day suspension Tuesday because he
MEAL PREPARATION Make-ahead tips offer fast, tasty breakfasts
The family will have time for these morning treats. By CYBIL B. TALLEY SOUTHERN LIVING Making
DISTRICT SWIMMING Boardman's Robinson to state
Hayley Robinson placed third in the 100-yard breaststroke to gain a state spot. By JOE SCALZO
PREP WRESTLING State qualifiers
With grade, weight class and record going into the state tournament Thursday through Saturday at
SPRING TRAINING Garciaparra ready to get going, surprised he still has red socks
Three months ago, the shortstop was all-but-traded from Boston. ASSOCIATED PRESS Nomar
Juvenile justice center aims at making youths productive
Opinion: Juvenile justice center aims at making youths productive EDITOR: A Feb. 10 letter to the editor
PENNSYLVANIA Rendell promotes state's river, mountain tourism
Presque Isle attracts more annual visitors than Yellowstone, an official said. PHILADELPHIA (AP)
AUSTINTOWN Part-time firefighters win retroactive raise
The part-timers could get additional raises under their new contract. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
BASEBALL
BASEBALL REMAINING FREE AGENTS AMERICAN LEAGUE BALTIMORE (1) -- Albert Belle, of. BOSTON (1)
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Niles 76, Mineral Ridge 55 Jackson-Milton 72, Southington 69 SATURDAY'S
Jobs to be created
Jobs to be created Ohio's economy is expected to create more than 660,000 jobs between 2000 and
Boardman man faces mental tests
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Boardman man accused of stabbing his wife to death will be evaluated to determine
WARREN Plan is expected to control flooding
Another meeting to discuss the study will be in about two weeks. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
GIRLS BASKETBALL Harding advances, Fitch is ousted in sectional
The Raiders sidelined Massillon while the Falcons were eliminated by GlenOak. By ERIC HAMILTON
NISSAN OPEN SCORES
NISSAN OPEN SCORES Saturday At Riviera Country Club Los Angeles Purse: $4.8 million
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. Bus rider denied access to insulin wins lawsuit
SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- A Broward Circuit Court jury ordered Greyhound
LOTTERY RESULTS
TUESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 7-2-9 Pick 4, 7-0-9-2 Buckeye 5, 9-13-14-23-24
Voters could bridge school funding gap, official says
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- A Youngstown city school official
BOYS BASKETBALL STANDINGS
BOYS BASKETBALL STANDINGS CITY SERIES LeagueOverall Canton Timken6-09-7 Chaney2-44-14
Division III
Division III ANDOVER -- Samantha Bonar scored 19 points, but the badger High girls basketball team
BIG TEN CONFERENCE Sullinger's goal lifts Ohio State to win over Indiana
Terence Dials from Boardman High had 16 points and 10 rebounds for the Buckeyes. BLOOMINGTON, Ind.
BOYS ROUNDUP Lakeview clinches tie with 64-41 TAC victory
The Bulldogs can wrap up the title Friday at Brookfield. CHAMPION -- The Lakeview High boys
Anonymous donor: "Penguet in G" by Dave Buehrle.
Anonymous donor: "Penguet in G" by Dave Buehrle. The Cleveland Browns: Unnamed work by Chuck Dill.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY XCol. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will hold a
MAHONING VALLEY Patient privacy rules frustrate
HIPAA has provided yet another area in which to sue doctors. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN Warrants issued for trial witnesses
Once they are found, the witnesses will be held in the county jail. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
Florida tomatoes make yummy dishes
Florida tomatoes make yummy dishes k TOMATOES from Florida this time of year work perfectly to
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE GOP lawmakers vow to pursue limits
Democrats call the effort a political ploy. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Senate Republicans say they will
Location changed for Boccieri meeting
COLUMBUS -- A town hall meeting March 4 in Alliance in support of state Rep. John A. Boccieri, a New
By JoANNE VIVIANO
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- A city school official has
MARTHA STEWART TRIAL Judge to consider dropping charge
Stewart's attorneys hope to eliminate the security fraud charge. NEW YORK (AP) -- After 21
Wider screens just right for guys
My brother-in-law just bought one of those widescreen, eye-popping, wallet-gouging, envy-enducing
Services for firefighter
Services for firefighter LIBERTY -- Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in Immaculate
COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
MEN'S SCORES EAST Albany, N.Y. 77, Hartford 59 Albright 76, Susquehanna 72 American
LOCAL
LOCAL Toledo skates past Youngstown Phantoms BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Phantoms dropped a 3-2
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Armbro Watchman(D Palone)2.602.802.10 Jb's Nod D Boy(S
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox She shouldn't feel obligated to be disabled friend's roommate
Dear Annie: I am a single woman with a huge problem. My best friend, "Jackie," is disabled and lives
MEN'S ROUNDUP Road woes persist as FSU falls, 78-71
The Seminoles have not won an ACC road game since 2001. ASSOCIATED PRESS CHAPEL HILL, N.C. --
WASHINGTON Bush supports an amendment banning same-sex marriages
The majority of Americans oppose same-sex marriages, polls show. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush
DIVISION I WRESTLING Fitch finishes sixth at district tourney, advances 3 to state
Nick Bodnar, Eric Chine and Fred Weidenthal all qualified for the Falcons. By JOHN BUTERA
NBA ROUNDUP | Saturday's games
Nets 97, Hornets 84 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Kenyon Martin had 23 points, 13 rebounds, four steals
PA. DISTRICT 10 BOYS Strong second quarter sends Kennedy to final
The Eagles posted a 42-35 win over Jamestown to advance. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR
PENGUIN PARADE Sponsors pick designs as project takes flight
The works will be displayed throughout the Valley in the summer and fall. By JoANNE VIVIANO
HOW HE SEES IT A financial lesson from San Francisco
Opinion: By JULES LOBEL KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE Talk about political genius! One of our nation's young
GIRLS BASKETBALL Irish defeat Range, 98-46
East Palestine, Cardinal and Lakeview also won tournament openers. HANOVERTON -- Tyra Grant scored
NBA Frank now 13-0; Nets take streak into Minnesota
New Jersey held off the Raptors to set up tonight's big clash with the 'Wolves. EAST RUTHERFORD,
AFRICA Neighbors of Nigeria act fast to stop polio
A 10-nation emergency vaccine effort has begun. KANOUA, Ivory Coast (AP) -- Families gathered
Beaver Local 72, Wilson 60
Beaver Local 72, Wilson 60 LISBON -- Pat Woods and Jake Robinson combined for 46 points to lead
BLACK PICTURES 3 Cosby-Poitier comedies available on DVD
SCRIPPS HOWARD By the early 1970s, Sidney Poitier apparently felt somewhat frustrated by his role
OAK RIDGE, TENN. Lie-detector alternative uses facial temperature
The capillaries constrict when a person tells a lie, lowering skin temperature. SCRIPPS HOWARD
An Isaly's survivor in New Wilmington
An Isaly's survivor in New Wilmington kRUSTY SMITH prepares a hamburger at the Isaly's store he
BEIJING Talks aim to get N. Korea to stop nuclear program
South Korea has offered fuel oil aid to entice the North to cooperate. BEIJING (AP) -- Boosted by
Associated Press
Associated Press SALVAGE WORK: Several people rescue items from a U-Haul self-storage facility
Chemical spill closes road in Unity Township
Chemical spill closes road in Unity Township UNITY -- State Route 165 and state Route 14 in Unity
BEVERAGES New coffee makers made for the home serve one at a time
The new products soon will be tried out in test markets. CINCINNATI (AP) -- If having coffeehouse-
TELEVISION Q & amp;A
By NORMA CAVAZOS DALLAS MORNING NEWS Q. It seems like remaking old films and TV shows is the
WASHINGTON Greenspan: Trim retiree benefits
Congress is unlikely to take up the issue in an election year. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal Reserve
NEW ORLEANS Soggy Mardi Gras comes to end
The Carnival season was marred by two deaths and a shipping accident. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- As Mardi
COLLEGE HOOPS Tuesday's other Top 25 games
Missouri 93, No. 6 Oklahoma St. 92, 2OT COLUMBIA, Mo. -- Missouri surrendered a nine-point lead in
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Pitt overcomes Hoyas for 25th
Carl Krauser led a 19-0 run to lead the Panthers' comeback for a 68-58 win. WASHINGTON (AP) --
HELOISE Cake recipe is requested
Dear Heloise: I missed the red velvet cake recipe that was printed in your column. May I get a copy?
NATION Concern grows over body art
Body art is becoming more popular among teens and young adults. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Erik Hansen
Holbert pins his way into state tournament
Rob Holbert and Brandon Alexander will represent Howland High in Columbus. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Eargle, Aikens spark Fitch
They combined for 44 points in the 68-55 win over Canfield. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR
Stolen check cashed
Stolen check cashed YOUNGSTOWN -- A 28-year-old Youngstown State University student whose mailbox
PHANTOM ROCKETS STATISTICS
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE STANDINGS Through Games of Feb. 23 NORTHLAST TENSTREAK
Ohio High School Boys Basketball
Ohio High School Boys Basketball By The Associated Press Saturday's Results TOURNAMENT
Bankrupt companies add to steelmaker's success
The company has received criticism from investors. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Like a seasoned shopper