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Pro-Syrian rally draws hundreds of thousands
Demonstrators thronged a Hezbollah-led rally in Beirut; major redeployment of Syrian troops begins.
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x -K J 9 u -A 5 v-9 4 3 w -A K J 10 6 WEST EAST
Document company celebrates expansion
The company started with two workers in Youngstown and now has 100. YOUNGSTOWN -- So you think
By JOAN BRUNSKILL
By JOAN BRUNSKILL ASSOCIATED PRESS Irish or no, at this time of year hearty lamb and vegetable
NHL Negotiations start anew
The league may use replacement players next season. NEW YORK (AP) -- Wayne Gretzky saw firsthand
Three big shots at smaller schools named all-state
Ursuline's Tyra Grant, Girard's Cachet Murray and Lowellville's Amanda Nero are honored. COLUMBUS
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES Trumbull County government low on paper -- toilet paper
WARREN -- There's a paper shortage in Trumbull County government of the most critical kind. The
Court was right on juveniles
Opinion: Detroit Free Press: The United States joined most of the world last Tuesday in finally ending the
Sizemore's 5 RBIs leads Tribe past Houston, 21-4
Pirates outfielder Jason Bay will miss a week with an injured wrist. ASSOCIATED PRESS KISSIMMEE,
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Women's basketball
No. 13 Connecticut 67, No. 9 Rutgers 51 HARTFORD, Conn. -- Connecticut is back atop the Big East
CRIME Police seek suspect in robbery of clerk making a night deposit
YOUNGSTOWN -- The search continues for the man who used a stick -- likely a stairway banister -- to
Foul shot lifts UWM to victory
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Adrian Tigert sank a free throw with 4.2 seconds left, giving Wisconsin-Milwaukee
BOOMER ESIASON Former Bengal lobbies for sick Ohio children
Many parents of ill children must pay thousands of out-of-pocket expenses. COLUMBUS (AP) -- As a
hTut's death not violent, results of scan indicate
hTut's death not violent, results of scan indicate CAIRO, Egypt -- King Tut wasn't murdered by a
BLACK IN AMERICA Jamie Foxx and Larry Elder take different routes to career success
The Oscar-winning actor cited Elder's message at the Academy Awards. By KATE O'HARE ZAP2IT.COM
PIAA BOYS PLAYOFFS Kennedy advances past DuBois, 67-46
The Eagles move on to the western semifinal round. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Kennedy Catholic High
Cookbook available
Cookbook available BOARDMAN -- The Boardman Community Baseball Chuck Schafer Scholarship Cookbook
HELOISE Secret to sink care is in the oil
Dear Readers: Recently, we printed some information about caring for and cleaning stainless-steel
Abortion test goes to the foes
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Abortion rights forces lost their first test of the new Congress on Tuesday, a
WAR MEMORIAL STADIUM Residents propose venue renovation
The stadium also would include an all-weather track. LISBON -- Local residents are being asked to
NBA Heat's O'Neal considered obese
BMI index reliability in question after nearly half of 426 NBA players are reated overweight. NEW
Bush owes steel industry and the nation action on SIMA
Opinion: It doesn't seem too much to ask for the government to keep track of how much steel is being imported
Oldest captive lowland gorilla dies
ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- A primate believed to be the oldest captive lowland gorilla died at the Erie Zoo.
HUBBARD Police to get new facility
The new station will be built about a block north of the current headquarters. HUBBARD -- The city
Warriors 104, 76ers 85
Warriors 104, 76ers 85 PHILADELPHIA -- Jason Richardson scored 22 points and Mike Dunleavy added
NFL Ex-49ers receiver signs with Steelers
The addition of Cedric Wilson likely means the departure of Plaxico Burress. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- In
Commissioners urge offices to plan for layoffs
Traficanti said some officeholders are 'in denial' concerning layoffs. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning
2005 CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Ohio Department of Transportation District 4
Mahoning County, $85 million with $65.9 million in active projects and $19.1 million in upcoming
Attorney accused of sex misconduct
YOUNGSTOWN -- Edward F. Sturgeon remains on the job as an assistant Mahoning County prosecutor while
WESTERN PA. Borough asks water payment
Wilmington Township in Mercer County paid fees to get in the sewer system. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. --
Mayoral candidates state their cases to lead the city
The candidates said they would revitalize the city. YOUNGSTOWN -- Six of the eight Democrats
Lisbon board OKs all-day kindergarten
LISBON -- The Lisbon Board of Education has approved all-day kindergarten for district children
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County considers relocating offices to reduce rental costs
The county is paying $37,000 a month to rent the space. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County
TUESDAY'S DRAWINGS
OHIO Mega Millions: 8-14-15-22-31 Mega Ball: 13 Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-9-8 Pick 4,
Woman accused of sending threats
A federal complaint says the woman was obsessed with a Cincinnati judge. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A
MOUNTAINEER ENTRIES
MOUNTAINEER ENTRIES FRIDAY -- 7 P.M. 1st race -- Purse $10,500, Maiden Claiming $5,000, 3 yo's
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& lt;B & gt;ALBRIGHT, & lt;/B & gt;Theodore R., 78, of Warren; calling hours Friday
Joe James' 3-point attempt at the buzzer barely missed.
Joe James' 3-point attempt at the buzzer barely missed. CANTON -- In the seconds after the last
Illinois guards honored
Boardman's Terrance Dials of Ohio State received second-team honors. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) --
TRUMBULL COUNTY Board rejects petitions by Bufano
Write-in candidates must fill out forms by 4 p.m. Monday. WARREN -- Those who want Virginia Bufano
AGENDA THURSDAY
Agenda Thursday Trumbull Career & amp; Technical Center Board of Education, 7 p.m., board
HOW HE SEES IT Republicans face darkest hour
Opinion: By DEROY MURDOCK SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Rep. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., is one of Congress'
AT A GLANCE Division I state finals
Boardman vs. Mount Notre Dame When: Friday, 6 p.m. Where: St. John Arena, Ohio State
Survivor describes ordeal
Survivor describes ordeal NEW YORK -- Petra Nemcova talks about her harrowing experience and the
'DAN RATHER: A REPORTER REMEMBERS' Hourlong goodbye a bit distorted
The longtime CBS news anchor will host his last show tonight. By VERNE GAY LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
LOTTERY RESULTS MONDAY'S DRAWINGS
OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-7-2 Pick 4, 4-2-2-3 . Rolling Cash 5: 2-5-11-15-19 Day
GIANTS Bonds expects to play opening day
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Barry Bonds expects to be ready for San Francisco's season opener on April
CHECHNYA Russia reports guerrilla leader killed
He was shot to death in a bunker, according to reports. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MOSCOW -- The
B.J. ALAN Fireworks maker seeks new location
A move out of Youngstown would require a state law change. YOUNGSTOWN -- The B.J. Alan Fireworks
DOWNTOWN ARENA Construction contract bids reviewed
One contract for the arena must be rebid. YOUNGSTOWN -- The downtown arena project is hitting the
Former president to return to hospital
Former president to return to hospital k SIX MONTHS after having quadruple bypass surgery, former
HOW HE SEES IT Im Jong is the new face of S. Korea
Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS SEOUL, South Korea -- Im Jong Seok is considered
Chiefs sign ex-Steeler Bell
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Linebacker Kendrell Bell, the defensive rookie of the year four years ago,
Dilfer signs 4-year deal to play QB
Cleveland acquired the 32-year-old in a trade with the Seahawks. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Trent Dilfer
COOKBOOKS Going back to school can be a sweet treat
Tormented by all those grand photos in high-end books? Not to worry. Just relax and give it your
GOLF GLANCE This week's events
PGA TOUR Honda Classic Site: Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: The
OHIO
OHIO Credit-card data stolen COLUMBUS -- Credit-card information from customers of more than 100
BILL TAMMEUS The evil in serial killers -- and all of us
Opinion: "The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?" -- Jeremiah
No one else wants used tires, why should the Valley?
Opinion: No one else wants used tires, why should the Valley? EDITOR: Regarding the business of shredding
MAHONING COUNTY Valley company loses ballot contract
The election board authorized the hiring of an attorney. YOUNGSTOWN -- For the first time in at
Murphy tickled pink about Purple Eagles
Former star celebrates Niagara's return to the Big Dance after 35 years. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) --
His ADD concerns call for tact
Dear Annie: My son-in-law might have attention-deficit disorder. He exhibits nervousness and
Murder suspect
Murder suspect YOUNGSTOWN -- Charles E. Lynch, suspected in a deadly drive-by shooting, was
GUND ARENA Cavaliers Usher in new win streak
Cleveland rocked the Magic to delight of its celebrity owners. CLEVELAND (AP) -- All that was
"We're going to deepen our bond with the millions who read our publications and watch our television
Opinion: "We're going to deepen our bond with the millions who read our publications and watch our television
HOW HE SEES IT Threat to jail reporters over the top
Opinion: By RICHARD SCHWARTZ NEW YORK DAILY NEWS If not for anonymous sources, there wouldn't be a
WHITE HOUSE Ambassador nominee long critical of U.N.
Bush's pick for U.N. ambassador is not known for diplomatic language. WASHINGTON (AP) -- John R.
EDUCATION 'Continued Learning' bill passes Senate
A 'partnership' would make recommendations for improving education in the state. COLUMBUS -- A
TELEVISION Networks offering even more disclaimers
Warning: Reader discretion advised. By MAUREEN RYAN CHICAGO TRIBUNE A highly unscientific
Defending champs ready for Boardman
Mount Notre Dame has three starters returning from last season. CINCINNATI -- Defending its
SECURITY CHECKPOINT Italy, U.S. tell differing accounts of shooting
Both governments are investigating the event, which killed an Italian man. LOS ANGELES TIMES
SCHOOLS Austintown construction likely to begin in month
The weather delayed site development at the Raccoon Road location. AUSTINTOWN -- The township
MERCER COUNTY Commissioners announce choice for new chief clerk
One commissioner said he'll vote against the appointment. MERCER, Pa. -- A Greenville woman who is
INDIANS Jody Gerut comes out swinging
On the mend from knee surgery, the slugging outfielder took batting practice for the first time.
Today is Wednesday, March 9, the 68th day of 2005. There are 297 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, March 9, the 68th day of 2005. There are 297 days left in the year. On this date
COURTS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses George E. Keifer, Jr., 61, 8411 Hunters Trail S.E.,Howland, and
U.S. captain Hal Sutton delighted, but puzzled, by shootout at Doral.
U.S. captain Hal Sutton delighted, but puzzled, by shootout at Doral. By DOUG FERGUSON AP GOLF