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GIRLS TOURNAMENT BASKETBALL Lowellville cruises against Bristol in Division IV contest
Amanda Nero led the Rockets to a 51-11 rout with a 25-point effort. LIBERTY -- All Lowellville
Neocon tactic to destroy Social Security is unraveling
Opinion: Neocon tactic to destroy Social Security is unraveling EDITOR: Even before the ink dried on
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES AREA Regular season Ursuline 48, Boardman 45 Southington 55,
Palestinians see fruits of truce
Crowds turned out to greet the return of militants' bodies. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- Crowds
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League MINNESOTA TWINS--Agreed to terms with LHP Johan
MINE EXPLOSION IN CHINA KILLS MORE THAN 200
Mine explosion in China kills more than 200 SHANGHAI, China -- A gas explosion in a coal mine in
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Canseco's book a hit on first day in stores Current and former players are critical of
FEDERAL COURT Opening arguments made in Budd trial
A jury has been selected and testimony is under way. CLEVELAND -- Allegations of inmate abuse and
BASEBALL Indians donate to save prep season
Cleveland's city schools will be able to field baseball and softball teams. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Signs damaged or stolen from Austintown area
Signs damaged or stolen from Austintown area AUSTINTOWN -- Police discovered several road signs in
TUESDAY
TUESDAY 2:55 p.m. (ESPN2) Soccer: Shevchenko XI vs. Ronaldinho XI. 7 p.m. (WKBN-AM 570) (ESPN)
Massucci to lead Warren auxiliary police
WARREN -- A police officer familiar to many city residents now directs the Warren Auxiliary Police
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket entries State vs. Matthew J. Johnson, sentenced to 18 months in prison.
NFL Browns will cut ties with Garcia
General manager Phil Savage would like to re-sign Kelly Holcomb. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jeff Garcia
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Truth about 'Marley' is getting hard to swallow
Dear Annie: My mother-in-law, "Marley," has me worried. Two years ago, Marley married a doctor and
JOE COCKER New (old) songs keep him on the road
At 60, Cocker is no relic. He's had hits decades after his Woodstock stint. By RAY HOGAN
And then on the eighth day, God created the whoopee cushion
Conferees meet to discuss the use of humor in the Bible. ROME (AP) -- Humor in the Bible?
FOOTBALL Sale of Vikings could break new NFL ground
Reggie Fowler would become the league's first African-American owner. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Arizona
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HELOISE Everything she needs can be found in the bag
Dear Heloise: When opening computer software and hardware, etc., I place everything from the box in
Study questions value of shots
The results are unlikely to change policy on flu vaccines for the elderly. CHICAGO (AP) -- A new
BOX OFFICE Smith adds holiday to his domination list
From action star to romantic lead, Smith's prowess grows. ZAP2IT.COM LOS ANGELES -- Will Smith
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Sheriff's records show donations from deputies
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Allegheny County Sheriff Pete DeFazio has raised over $1 million in campaign
Irish edge Boardman
Cierra Bennett led the Irish to a 48-45 victory over Boardman. BOARDMAN -- It was senior night at
Sales plunge for drugs due to safety concerns
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- For years, Americans have been popping painkillers like they were candy to
2 men charged with attempted murder
WARREN -- City police found a man shot several times in his Hamilton Street kitchen and quickly
Robby Gordon's time alone in desert was enlightening
He's risking a lot this season by fielding his own race team. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Alone in
Hallmark site had too much holiday traffic
NEW YORK (AP) -- Hallmark's Web site had trouble Monday keeping up with the demand from Valentine's
BANKING Home Savings shows off new branch
The newest facility exemplifies rapid commercial growth. AUSTINTOWN -- The grand opening of the
WINNING NUMBERS | Feb. 5-11
OHIO Friday 2/11 Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-4-0 Pick 4, 6-6-7-9 Rolling Cash 5, 7-14-19-23-36 Mega
Two top candidates emerge to be Iraqi PM
A U.S. soldier was killed by a roadside bomb Monday. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A French-educated
Revenue loss driving telecom merger binge
After regulatory changes, profits are harder to come by. By BRUCE MEYERSON AP BUSINESS WRITER
Campbell school board member sentenced for reckless operation
CAMPBELL -- Robert T. Dolan, board of education member, received a suspended jail sentence after
Hundreds mourn U.S. nun who defended rain forest
The Ohio native's murder could boost Amazon protections. ALTAMIRA, Brazil (AP) -- Priests, nuns
HOW HE SEES IT Give true democracy a chance in Iraq
Opinion: By HUSAIN HAQQANI GLOBAL BEAT SYNDICATE BOSTON -- Just as terrorist insurgents failed to stop
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 15, the 46th day of 2005. There are 319 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Feb. 15, the 46th day of 2005. There are 319 days left in the year. On this date
EASTERN CONFERENCE
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Local combat vets to get escort as unit returns to local armory
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Pennsylvania National Guard soldiers who saw combat during the last year in Iraq
MEN'S TOP 25 BASKETBALL Pitt stops No. 9 Syracuse, 68-64
Bobby Knight's Texas Tech upended No. 2 Kansas 80-79 in two overtimes. ASSOCIATED PRESS
New study links painkillers, risk
The data show a 'compelling trend' of heart attack and stroke risk. NEW YORK (AP) -- A new study
HOW HE SEES IT It's time to adjust approach to China
Opinion: By PAT M. HOLT CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- There's a Chinese dragon thrashing around
NBA ROUNDUP | Monday's games
76ers 106, Knicks 105 PHILADELPHIA -- Allen Iverson made a nifty pass to Marc Jackson for the
MOVIES Comedian decides to don 'Mask'
Will Jamie Kennedy's latest be a big hit or a big bust? By TERRY LAWSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
FOUR CS Things to consider
The four Cs of diamonds are color, cut, clarity and carat weight. According to jeweler Harry
COLLEGES Phoenix shoots down Flames
Wisconsin-Green Bay hit 50 percent of its shots to drop Illinois-Chicago. ASSOCIATED PRESS
WHITE HOUSE New price tag on war: $300 billion
The president requested $658 million to build a new U.S. embassy in Iraq. WASHINGTON (AP) --
FILM FESTIVAL 'La Sierra' wins cinema award
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- A film about young Colombians swept up in deadly paramilitary battles in a
CENTER OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY Museum director switches hats to take science adviser position
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The director of the cash-strapped Columbus Center of Science and Industry is
ROUNDUP Brookfield girls post 53-32 win in Div. III
The Warriors eliminated East Palestine with a third quarter rally. HANOVERTON -- Raquel Brenner
THEFT CASE Deputy awaits new court date
The sheriff said the deputy reported off sick and hasn't been back to work. AUSTINTOWN -- Trial
MEAL PREPARATION Book serves as source of kitchen fun for kids
The games and activities require only common kitchen supplies. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Parents
Bombs rock Manila in concerted attacks
Abu Sayyaf's leader called the bombings a Valentine 'gift.' MANILA, Philippines (AP) -- Three
It's blood, but it's not from Hoffa
DNA proved the blood was not from the missing Teamsters leader. DETROIT (AP) -- Blood found on the
NOTRE DAME Charlie Weis makes good first impression
He expects to win, but refuses to lay out a timetable. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- With a cup of
OHIO
OHIO Friday 2/11 Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-4-0 Pick 4, 6-6-7-9 Rolling Cash 5, 7-14-19-23-36 Mega
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Jackson-Milton Board of Education special meeting, 6 p.m., elementary library,
Briles enjoyed big game challenge
The former Pirates pitcher and broadcaster died of an apparent heart attack. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
KIMBLE TRIAL 'Force will not be an issue'
A dozen protesters marched in the rain in front of the courthouse. WARREN -- The trial of a city
DIAMONDS Cutter's eye for beauty turns colorless rock into glowing gemstone
The cutting or faceting is what gives the stone its fire and light. By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL
HOW HE SEES IT Lessons in efficiency
Opinion: By PETER KOLK PROVIDENCE JOURNAL NEW YORK -- If you're a former illegal alien seeking to
DIV. II GIRLS Struthers forces Wilson's mistakes
The Wildcats forced 37 turnovers while defeating the Redmen, 74-29. AUSTINTOWN -- Struthers High
SOUL MAN Keeping the music alive
Being a legend isn't enough for Solomon Burke. By RANDY LEWIS LOS ANGELES TIMES LOS ANGELES --
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP Westminster women roll past Altoona, 66-51
ALTOONA, Pa. -- Erica Tallo had game-highs of 19 points and 11 rebounds, leading Westminster College
POLITICS Now is the time to run for mayor, Hagan says
Hagan's platform focuses on a cleaner, safer and united city. YOUNGSTOWN -- State Sen. Robert
OHIO UTILITIES Study touts benefits of efficiency efforts
Energy-efficiency programs would improve Ohio's economy, a new study says. COLUMBUS -- If Ohio's
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS MONDAY
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS MONDAY 1st-Silver Fact (Baez J.)16.805.604.00 Lady Caton (Gonzalez, Jr.
CAMPAIGN YSU seeks contributions to assist tsunami relief
A YSU professor's hometown was devastated by the tsunami. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State
NHL set to shut its doors on 04-05
A press conference is scheduled for Wednesday. NEW YORK (AP) -- With its do-or-die deadline come
ASSASSINATION Former PM of Lebanon killed by large blast Motorcade destroyed by 650-pound bomb
Syria denied it was behind the attack and condemned 'criminal terrorism.' BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) --
TRUMBULL COUNTY Grand jury indictments
A Trumbull County grand jury has indicted these individuals: Timothy R. Marshall, 48, Cleveland,
'FAT ACTRESS' Kirstie Alley didn't see how fat she really was
Ironically, she got serious about weight loss and funny about her situation. By LUAINE LEE
'Aviator' big BAFA winner
'Aviator' big BAFA winner LONDON -- "The Aviator" soared Saturday at the British Academy Film
TRUSTEES Flood aid project OK'd
The project involves installation of larger-capacity sewer pipes. AUSTINTOWN -- Trustees have
FASHION Spring promises to be wardrobe friendly
The season embraces some of the trends that made 2004 a memorable year in fashion. HARTFORD
Boardman retires Amber's jersey
Boardman retires Amber's jersey kDAVID SMERCANSKY, Boardman High athletics director, hugs former
59 killed as blaze erupts in mosque
A cloth hung to segregate sexes fed the deadly flames. TEHRAN, Iran (AP) -- A fire raged through a
How was money sent to the Third World spent?
Opinion: Earlier this month, Nelson Mandela, former South African president, likened the fight against
STATE BUDGET Taft's plan for cuts has cities worried
The governor wants to cut funding to cities by 20 percent. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown and Warren
EDUCATION Choffin coordinator: It's never too early
Three new 'tech-prep' courses will be offered next year. YOUNGSTOWN -- The time to plant the seed
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Savannah State finishes winless
The Tigers are the second Div. I team in the last half-century to lose every game. SAVANNAH, Ga.
PREPS Spartans honor Amber Bland
The school officially retired her No. 44 jersey at a ceremony Monday. BOARDMAN -- Just a year ago
J.R. LABBE Original hotspot almost off the radar
Opinion: Afghanistan isn't a topic of many Americans' conversations these days -- perhaps because it's not