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NASA's budget increase not enough to save Hubble
NASA's administrator said the increase is 'remarkable' given the federal deficit. CAPE CANAVERAL,
SUPER BOWL XXXIX Staff rebuild will be Pats' top task
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Deion Branch needed just five little words to explain why the New England
FASHION STATEMENT Teen tattoo trend raises concerns for safety, future
Teardrop marking is thought to have originated as a badge for violent gang members. MILWAUKEE
IRAQ Insurgents increase bombs, mortar fire
Early election returns confirm low Sunni turnout. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Insurgents struck Iraq's
CORPORATE AMERICA Kilts infused Gillette Co. with new life in short time
He could receive as much as $185 million from the P & amp;G deal. BOSTON (AP) -- It has been
NATIONAL RECYCLING State officials hear training center plan
Recycling programs are designed to reuse resources, but they also create jobs. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two
HELOISE Credit-card holders should put 'See ID' on back
Dear Heloise: As the manager of a store, I often encounter customers who do not sign the backs of
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Weathersfield Township Zoning Commission public hearing, 6 p.m., township
Madonna Cook, Mr. Moschella engaged to marry
XAnnouncement is being made of the engagement of Madonna Cook, 46 Terrace Drive, Boardman, and
Plan cuts programs, not deficits
The package is facing an uncertain fate in Congress. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush proposed a
CHASE Police officer, woman recovering after crash
Police say the suspect in Monday evening incident is still at large. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two people,
Priest convicted of rape
Priest convicted of rape CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- Defrocked priest Paul Shanley, the most notorious
SCHOOLS Residents get more details
The project requires the passage of a maintenance levy. GIRARD -- Glenn Stephens, project manager
GETTING IT RIGHT
*Marie Bokesch of Austintown watched the Super Bowl in a loge with NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue
Baby falls from 20-foot-high balcony
1-year-old wandered outside and fell through a railing. WARREN -- A toddler took a 20-foot fall
Cuba? Come on!
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: It is long past time to put the U.N. Commission on Human Rights out of its misery.
SAILING Englishwoman heads toward an around-the-world record
Ellen MacArthur has been sailing since Nov. 28. LONDON (AP) -- Ellen MacArthur has endured stormy
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Browns pin hopes on Crennel
Patriots players say former defensive coordinator will make Cleveland a winner soon. CLEVELAND
POLICE CALLS
A summary of crime activity in Canfield city and Austintown Township: CANFIELD Feb. 2: Rape: A
DISTRICT Faison scores 28 to lift Chaney
Rayen won by 22 and Mooney topped Jefferson for its sixth straight victory. CAMPBELL -- Quaina
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Youngstown Christian wins in overtime
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Christian boys basketball team made nine of 11 free throws in overtime
HOW HE SEES IT True confessions: A Democrat likes George
Opinion: By LANNY J. DAVIS LOS ANGELES TIMES I have known President Bush for 40 years -- ever since we
NBA Malone ponders return
The league's second leading all-time scorer may make a decision soon. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- If Karl
FASHION By George, there's a new Boy in town
The former lead singer of Culture Club is, among other things, a designer." KNIGHT RIDDER
hBrowns' new boss
hBrowns' new boss kFROM DYNASTY to disaster. Romeo Crennel is going from one NFL extreme to the
Offerdahl-Duby wedding plans are made known
XAUSTINTOWN --Robert and Frances Offerdahl of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their
BASEBALL Contend? Tigers say Ordonez is the key
Another big free-agent signing puts big bat in middle of lineup. DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit
TRUMBULL COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH EPA cites sewer concerns; court agrees
Champion residents had complained about the nuisance issue. WARREN -- A Trumbull County Board of
Kristen DiPasqua, Joseph Gabriel III plan to marry
XSally Coyle, 4529 Plumbrook Drive, Canfield, and Anthony DiPasqua of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., are
Preacher found guilty of stealing
ROME, Ga. (AP) -- A preacher was found guilty Monday of stealing nearly $9 million from hundreds of
America's Bode Miller has world begging for more
Popular skier could become first American since 1983 to win overall crown. BORMIO, Italy (AP) --
INMATE ABUSE CASE Lawyer claims misconduct
The ex-major rejected a 41-to-51-month sentence and goes to trial next week. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
Barrino dedicates song to young mothers
Barrino dedicates song to young mothers HIGH POINT, N.C. -- Reigning "American Idol" Fantasia
Bush plan would revamp Marines
The proposal would add two more infantry battalions. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Pentagon wants to
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Women's college hoops
No. 8 North Carolina 76, Virginia 56 CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. -- Ivory Latta scored 17 of her 22
Jennifer Ginnetti is bride-elect of Michael Claxon
XPOLAND -- Frank S. Sr. and Janet Ginnetti, Saginaw Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
JANE EISNER Young people divided on abortion
Opinion: Erik Whittington was a musician in Portland, Ore., about a dozen years ago, "living the rock and
OHIO MANUFACTURING ASSOCIATION Ads: Reduce state business tax
The group wants to end state taxes on machines and other business equipment. COLUMBUS -- An
National Guard soldiers returning from Iraq
National Guard soldiers returning from Iraq AUSTINTOWN -- Soldiers of National Guard C Co., 216th
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Suzanne Hammett and Joseph LaRocca, 4900 Woodhurst Drive, Austintown, boy, Feb. 3.
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox If a parent breaks custody agreement, report it
Dear Annie: Because you offer reasonable and caring solutions, I want to ask your opinion about this
Wedding date told for Heather Saul, Douglas Burns
XBOARDMAN -- The engagement of Heather Saul of Westlake and Douglas Burns, also of Westlake, is
"We will ask of our partners and our friends here in Israel that Israel continue to make the hard
Opinion: "We will ask of our partners and our friends here in Israel that Israel continue to make the hard
MIDDLE EAST Israelis, Palestinians to make pledges
The declarations stop short of a cease-fire agreement. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS JERUSALEM --
Close not enough for Reid's Eagles
Philadelphia hopes to buck history and earn title sooner rather than later. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
NFL Patriots' Super Bowl victory draws 86 million viewers
NEW YORK (AP) -- The New England Patriots' Super Bowl victory over the Philadelphia Eagles was seen
CRIME Police nab suspects in scrap metal thefts
All three suspects were arraigned Monday in municipal court. YOUNGSTOWN -- Not everyone watched
TENNIS Agassi returns to Davis Cup
Patrick McEnroe hopes star can help America win first crown since 1995 NEW YORK (AP) -- Andre
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES AREA Chaney 60, Campbell 43 Rayen 80, Akron Central-Hower 58
Foul shots lift Lakeview
The Bulldogs took advantage of a late technical foul call on the Champion coach. CORTLAND -- While
NASCAR Hot debate: Drivers say they're athletes, too
Sadler walked, prepared for heat of long races during the off-season. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
SUPREME COURT JUSTICE Resnick pleads guilty to DUI
The judge's field breath test showed her blood-alcohol level was 0.216. BOWLING GREEN, Ohio (AP)
SCHOOLS Officials want delay on city tax vote
One councilman noted that the voters wouldn't be fooled by a delay in the vote. SALEM -- School
LAKESIDE TAVERN Early-morning fire destroys bar
Police say the driver of the stolen pickup truck fled the scene. LAKE MILTON -- Lakeside Tavern
WOMEN'S TOP 25 UW-Green Bay breaks into poll at No. 24
Horizon League team is 20-2 on the season and rides a 14-game winning streak. ASSOCIATED PRESS
CARL P. LEUBSDORF GOP moderates are waiting for 2008
Opinion: The enthusiasm with which conservative congressional Republicans greeted President Bush during his
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 8, the 39th day of 2005. There are 326 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Feb. 8, the 39th day of 2005. There are 326 days left in the year. On this date in
'FRIENDS AND LOVERS' Play causes reflections on people's relationships
The play's multimedia stage makes the performance seem like a movie rather than theater.
VIDEO GAME 'Resident Evil 4' continues series' successful ways
The bad guys are no longer zombies, but no less scary. By MONTY PHAN LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY If
LOTTERY RESULTS MONDAY'S DRAWINGS
OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 3-2-2 Pick 4, 3-1-3-7 Rolling Cash 5: 3-10-17-19-36 Day
GASOLINE Prices up 7 percent; no end in sight
Nationwide, fuel demand is up more than 1 percent over the past four weeks. WASHINGTON (AP) --
GIRLS BASKETBALL Girard just one game from unbeaten regular season
Murray scored 21 to lead Girard, which improved to 19-0 this season. HUBBARD -- Cachet Murray
Glick's 17 powers Slippery Rock to victory
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Mason Glick scored 17 points and handed out seven assists, leading Slippery
Rep. Ryan secures a seat on crucial subcommittee
Opinion: If it pays to have friends in high places, then the Mahoning Valley may have struck gold. The
MOVIES 'Boogeyman' scary only because it's so darn bad
The low-budget film gives moviegoers little to watch. By PHIL VILLARREAL SCRIPPS HOWARD
CRIME Man accused of stealing house
Richmond Heights man has been charged with grand theft. SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) -- Police accuse
MAD ABOUT THE ARTS Program now offers dance in an evening for arts lovers
YOUNGSTOWN -- The ninth annual Mad About the Arts has added an evening of dance to its schedule. But
GOLDBERG CASE Ex-lawyer pleads guilty
The visiting judge ordered a presentence report. YOUNGSTOWN -- Former lawyer Richard Goldberg has
Floyd sparks second-half run for Bowling Green
ASSOCIATED PRESS BOWLING GREEN -- John Floyd hit a basket and a free throw to start the second
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials call for a second sales tax
Treasurer's and auditor's office hours have been trimmed. WARREN -- Trumbull County's top fiscal
MEN'S TOP 25 UConn's Villanueva at best as Huskies halt Syracuse
UConn sophomore scored 21 as Orangmen's home winning streak ended. ASSOCIATED PRESS SYRACUSE,
HOW HE SEES IT Bush ignores disabled
Opinion: By MIKE ERVIN KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE In his discussions about the future of Social Security,
NBA ROUNDUP Monday's games
Nets 107, 76ers 97, OT EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Vince Carter scored a season-high 43 points to