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English invites teens to apply to be pages

SHARON, Pa. -- High school students from Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District interested in


New law makes it illegal to pose as musical group

Similar legislation is being introduced across the country. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


WINNING NUMBERS | Feb. 18- Feb. 24

OHIO Friday 2/24 Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-1-1 (red ball) Pick 4, 2-0-1-1 Rolling Cash 5, 4-7


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

GIRLS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES AREA Division I at Alliance Perry 57, Jackson 39 Hoover 43,


Dental care helps pets avoid gum disease

Dear Readers: Do you brush your dog's or cat's teeth? Have you ever thought about doing this for


Shopping, fishing lure many to Volant

VOLANT, Pa. -- The gently rippling waters of Neshannock Creek have a reputation for being some of


Guards thwart suicide bombers

Al-Qaida is suspected of carrying out the attack. ABQAIQ, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Suicide bombers


WINTER OLYMPICS Enthusiasm, atmosphere lacking at Turin Games

Attendance for a lot of the events was also way down. TURIN, Italy (AP) -- Successful, yes.


IRAQ Despite curfew, attacks leave 60 people dead

At least six people were killed by a car bomb in Karbala. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Bombs and gunfire


WRESTLING QUALIFIERS

Wrestling qualifiers Area wrestlers worked for state tournament berths Saturday at various sites.


KFC plants hidden secret in new TV ad

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Psstt. KFC wants to share a secret. No, not THAT secret. Colonel Sanders'


Six indicted after yearlong investigation

NILES -- A yearlong investigation by Niles Police Department Narcotics Unit investigators netted


Bill would ban nearly all abortions

The procedure would be a crime except in cases to save the woman's life. PIERRE, S.D. (AP) --


Eight-week exercise program targets patients with arthritis

The program involves stretching, relaxation techniques and exercises. WARREN -- Eschman Physical


Sentencing date set in city assault case

YOUNGSTOWN -- Sentencing will be April 26 for Donell J. Rowe, 26, of East Avondale Avenue, who


West Branch duo moves to semis

Andy Lamancusa and Nathan Sharp won two matches Friday. AKRON -- Sophomore Sam Pearce of Poland


Capital edges B-W for OAC women's title

Danielle Manalac's basket with three seconds left gave Capital a 49-47 win. BEREA -- Freshman


Curt Gowdy, 1919-2006

Opinion: The Providence Journal: He wasn't flashy. He wasn't self-obsessed. He wasn't a motormouth. And he


Hunting geese can be elusive

The birds weren't flying much, making it difficult for hunters. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS NASON,


Give a voice a chance

Opinion: Give a voice a chance EDITOR: Telemarketers get very little respect for doing a job that is


The Vindicator

The Vindicator ARTIST AT WORK: Al Bright, professor of art at Youngstown State University, puts


Everest feature aims for the top

The new attraction takes visitors to another world. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP)-- "Respect


Police arrest teacher

LAURENS, S.C. (AP) -- A former fifth-grade teacher accused of having sex with her 11-year-old


ON THE WEB \ Interesting sites

Explore cyberspace and your inner spiritual space through these Web sites. www.decentfilms.com:


VOW OF SUPPORT: Don Arbogast, Local 717 shop chairman, tells the crowd gathered in downtown Warren

VOW OF SUPPORT: Don Arbogast, Local 717 shop chairman, tells the crowd gathered in downtown Warren


Elections board sees changes in personnel

Knight taught history and was principal 35 years at Bloomfield High School. By ED RUNYAN


LITERARY SPIRIT \ Religion in the media

& quot;After the Apple" by Naomi Harris Rosenblatt (Miramax Books, 261 pages, paperack, $12.95)


Parents need relief from homework

Opinion: By JEFFREY SHAFFER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONIOR Toward the end of his 2006 State of the Union


DISTRICT WRESTLING AT A GLANCE

DIVISION I (At Mentor) Team scoring: Perry 146.5, Maple Heights 123.5, Solon 95, Austintown


NEW CASTLE Hospital director joins state panel

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Dr. Mohammad I. Ali, medical director of Jameson (Hospital) Sleep Study


Today is Saturday, Feb. 25, the 56th day of 2006. There are 309 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Feb. 25, the 56th day of 2006. There are 309 days left in the year. On this date


Wilson plans to run write-in campaign

March 13 is the write-in filing deadline. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER LISBON


BEST SELLERS Publishers Weekly

For the week ending Feb. 18: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "5th Horseman" by James Patterson and Maxine


SCOTT SHALAWAY Keep Rover around by avoiding these treats

"Wanna go for a walk?" It's a simple question, but to Daisy, my family's yellow Lab, it's the


RIGHTFUL OWNERS Unclaimed property

Some of the rightful owners of unclaimed property in the District of Columbia: Janet Langhart


Austintown Community Church to host UCC event

A new group, Faithful and Welcoming Churches, will be introduced. AUSTINTOWN -- Austintown


Struthers education committee will meet

STRUTHERS -- The Struthers Committee for Better Education's Levy Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m.


GLOBAL DEVELOPMENTS | Saturday

France, the European Union's largest poultry producer, confirms the EU's first outbreak of the


Public relations major earns regional award

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Public relations students at Westminster College are creating a record of


TUESDAY

TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will hold a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Initiation will be held,


NATION

NATION Snatching body parts THE OWNER of a biomedical supply house in New York was charged


Judge with 3 wives ordered taken off bench

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- A small-town judge with three wives was ordered removed from the bench by the


Enough blame to share

The very public dispute between SteelHounds owner Herb Washington and Phantoms owner Bruce Zoldan is


NATION Survey: Almost 3 in 5 worry about bird flu

Experts aren't sure how antiviral drugs would work against the bird flu. ATLANTA (AP) -- Nearly 60


Arrest warrants name 28 people in lucrative cocaine-dealing ring

The attorney general said sales goals were as high as $20,000 a day. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


Bangladesh to immunize 33.5 million kids against measles

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) -- Health workers and volunteers fanned out across Bangladesh on Saturday to


Investigators offer views on shooting

CHAMPION -- Investigators are leaning toward a Champion man's gunshot wound being accidental or


& lt;B & gt;BRISTOL, & lt;/B & gt;Robert David, 59, of Warren;

& lt;B & gt;BRISTOL, & lt;/B & gt;Robert David, 59, of Warren; calling hours today


PIRATES Pitching staff leaning to left

Lefties Oliver Perez and Zach Duke will anchor the rotation. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) -- If the


Musical students to perform Sunday at the Butler

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Music Teachers Association will present a number of students in a recital


OLYMPIC SPEEDSKATING Ohno captures 500-meter gold medal

The American also helped the 5,000-meter relay team win a bronze medal. TURIN, Italy (AP) --


K-9s for Compassion will conduct evaluations for possible volunteers

YOUNGSTOWN -- K-9s for Compassion, a group affiliated with Delta Society Pet Partner animals, and


COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY'S RESULTS MEN EAST American U. 77, Lafayette 67 Brown 69, Cornell 64 Bucknell 70,


courts

COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael Dobran, 55, of Canfield, and Lorraine


Parenting myths debunked

In the late 1960s, the newly emerging parenting experts told parents that high self-esteem would


Students gain insight, experience in TV

The high school TV studio is a mass-media learning laboratory. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


Renovation calls for new curtains

Renovation calls for new curtains The final stage of renovations at historic Stambaugh Auditorium


LeBron's off-night too costly

James shot 0-for-8 in the second half of the 102-94 loss. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Gilbert Arenas has had


MEDALS TABLE

MEDALS TABLE Through Friday 74 total medal events NationGSBTot Germany910524 United


NEW YORK Officials to step up security at World Trade Center site

The site is enticing to terrorists, a former FBI agent said. NEW YORK (AP) -- Visitors to the


After 15 years, Byrd gets shot with Indians

The pitcher was drafted by Cleveland 15 years ago. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) -- Paul Byrd is finally


Eagles show guts in 71-51 victory over Howland

Minus an injured starter, Marc Rossi had 19 points to lead Warren JFK. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR


'Hounds owner rejects tourney

Herb Washington has reasons for keeping more hockey out of Youngstown. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR


Denied use of arena, loop eyes other sites

The NAHL is considering the Ice Zone and Wheeling Nailers, among other rinks. By JOHN KOVACH


Rayen can't contain Harding's strength

The visiting Raiders took care of business, 78-50. By JIM FLICK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Capturing the soul of jazz on a cross-country odyssey

By PAUL de BARROS THE SEATTLE TIMES Just when you thought the Jelly Roll Morton box set was the


Hey fans, lay off the boos: King James gets backlash

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James never experienced anything quite like it. Five days after winning


VFW 3332 auxiliary receives certificates during conference

NEWTON FALLS -- Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3332 received a certificate of


Cemetery cleanup time

Cemetery cleanup time Artificial flowers and decorations must be removed from graves at Diocese of


'SEUSSICAL [THE MUSICAL]" Play is a feast for the senses

The show features a wide variety of music and a talented cast. By L. CROW VINDICATOR


AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Spinning, yoga to be featured at indoor workout fund-raiser

Individuals and corporations are encouraged to get involved in the event. BOARDMAN -- The American


ASH WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1 \ Season of Lent

Area churches plan annual Ash Wednesday services to distribute ashes. First Presbyterian Church,


Clash of egos set stage for failures

The FEMA chief and his boss never got along. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- As the day


NEW YORK Indictment charges 32 with Mafia crimes

NEW YORK (AP) -- The reputed acting boss of the city's most powerful Mafia family and 31 other


GARDEN FORUM Trips planned

Call Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, or Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, for reservations or


OLYMPIC SPEEDSKATING Hedrick second to De Jong in 10,000 to get third medal

The Texan is only the third American to win at least three medals. TURIN, Italy (AP) -- Mouth


Bad taste erased: Iroquois no match for Sharon, 65-48

The Tigers lost to Maplewood in the opening round of last year's playoffs. By BILL ALBRIGHT


Wisconsin-Green Bay turns back Cleveland St.

ASSOCIATED PRESS CLEVELAND -- Ryan Tillema scored 23 points, and Ryan Evanochko made five free


Hartman sparks LaBrae

Danny Hartman's 3-point goal lifted LaBrae past Liberty, 53-50. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS


United States back in the regime-change business

Opinion: What with all the Cheney hullabaloo, you might not have noticed, but it looks as though the U.S.


QBs Leinart, Young hope to answer questions

The two standouts are expected to go early in April's draft. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The link between


Class teaches first aid for pets

Several emergency procedures are taught in the new class. By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


Judge declares mistrial

Judge declares mistrial McKINNEY, Texas -- A judge declared a mistrial Saturday in the murder


AREA BOWLING SCORES

700s Bell-Wick -- Josh Hettrick (771), Greg Chupak (748), Ron Dreszel (744), Jim Baker (730), Adam


100 years old and still blossoming

Visitors will be treated to a year's worth of celebrations. KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. (AP) -- Tall palm


Matta has no plan to leave Ohio State

The Buckeyes coach was rumored to be a candidate for the Indiana job. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State


Commissioner's mother resigns from job

WARREN -- Donna G. Polivka, mother of Trumbull County Commissioner Dan Polivka, has given her


drugs

DRUGS Operation Detroit Arrest warrants were issued Friday in New Castle for 28 people believed


CYCLING CENTENARIAN At 101 and counting, widow's life is quite a ride

A horse-drawn carriage ride marked her 100th birthday last year. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


ROUNDUP Saturday's events

Hockey The Czech Republic shut out Russia in a match-up worthy of a gold medal. Too bad they were


LIFE & amp;WORK DIGEST

NEOUCOM endowed chair ROOTSTOWN -- A $2 million gift -- the largest in the foundation's history --


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Warren Recreation Association -- is accepting teams for the upcoming season. There will


Stolen human tissue leads to arrests of 4 men

NEW YORK (AP) -- The owner of a biomedical supply house was charged along with three other men


NASCAR Busch rapped, but wants advice

Rookie Kyle Busch's rough driving style has been blasted by Tony Stewart. FONTANA, Calif. (AP) --


Columbiana, Mathews move on to semifinals

Both teams benefited from strong defensive performances. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


KATRINA Six months later, New Orleans is far from normal

About a third of the buildings in the city have electricity. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- They're throwing


Just fine at the foul line: West Branch tops Salem

The Warriors made 14 of 15 in the final quarter to put the game away. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR


Hilton leads the way

Hilton leads the way In a survey by Business Traveler magazine, Hilton was the best first-class


BLOOD DRIVES

TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call


Low-scoring game won by Mooney

Sophomore L.J. Sutton paced the Cardinals in the 44-40 win. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS


Look back: Bowling stays in the blood

There's nothing like nostalgia. That's why today's article looks back to March 1991 when a father-


Storm water program to be discussed

WARREN -- The status of Trumbull County's storm water management program will be discussed next


THURSDAY'S GAMES

THURSDAY'S GAMES Detroit 88, Indiana 83 Dallas 97, Memphis 87 L.A. Lakers 106, Sacramento 85


Group pays tribute to 6 black educators

The honorees began their careers when few blacks were teaching here. YOUNGSTOWN -- Six educators


DON KNOTTS, 81 Actor played Barney Fife on 'Andy Griffith'

Knotts said he didn't mind being remembered as the bumbling deputy. LOS ANGELES (AP) --Don Knotts,


Summer wedding for Sarah Shodd, Robert Pace Jr.

XHUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. Martin Shodd of Hubbard are announcing the engagement of their daughter,


LIBRARY OF YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY

LIBRARY OF YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS "March Into Spring." Stories and


Authorities suspect link to Muslim charity

The charity has denied any connections to terrorism. TOLEDO (AP) -- Documents seized by federal


NBA ROUNDUP Friday's other games

Knicks 94, Nets 90 NEW YORK -- The Steve Francis era got off to a slow start in New York. The


Children's group visits school to see federal free meal program in action

Summit Academy's program is considered a model for other schools. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


Officials willing to accept delay in ports deal

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Bush administration officials opened the door Thursday to a delay in allowing a


MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP

MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday At La Costa Resort and Spa Carlsbad, Calif. Purse: $7.5


NFL COMBINE Players embrace African heritage

Boston College's Mathias Kiwanuka wants to live up to his family tradition. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --


MONDAY

MONDAY Wildwood will meet with Mary Lou Green serving as this month's hostess. WEDNESDAY


Man accused of accidentally killing 7-month-old brother pleads innocent

WARREN -- A city man charged with accidentally killing his baby brother was arraigned Friday on


Lordstown Cobalt praised from top

Chevrolet says it's proud of Lordstown and the Cobalt. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS


THE PROMISE: U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland speaks to the crowd at the Delphi rally. The congressman vowed to walk picket lines with union members should talks break down.

THE PROMISE: U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland speaks to the crowd at the Delphi rally. The congressman vowed


Lakeview upsets West Geauga, will meet Lake Catholic in semis

West Branch's girls fell to Marlington in a Division II sectional final. ASHTABULA -- Alynn Martin


Bassmaster Classic kicks off as stars look to break records

Competitors in this year's Bassmaster Classic on Lake Toho near Orlando, Fla., took off at sunrise


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--I've Charmed M (Steck)7.603.002.20 Isn't She Precious


WORLD MATCH PLAY Woods, Mickelson, Singh all eliminated

Defending champ David Toms saw his eight-match winning streak end. CARLSBAD, Calif. (AP) -- Chad


OLYMPICS Austrian skiers get a sweep

They won more medals in one day than the U.S. Ski Team did at Turin. SESTRIERE, Italy (AP) -- His


In a tough market, Allegiant Air thrives

A Toledo airport official said Allegiant customer comments there are 'nothing but positive.' By ED


Curfew helps curb violence

Preachers at several mosques urged their followers to maintain calm. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Appeals


Associated Press

Associated Press MARCHING ON: Robert Cadard leads members of the Krewe of Dreux marching club


NEXT UP | This week's schedule

YSU Today: Indoor track and field at Horizon League championships, Kent Friday-Saturday: Indoor


Interdependence day is dawning

Opinion: By MARILYN GARDNER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Experts who track the changing dynamics of family


THE GRATEFUL DADS Walk 'n' stroll band

Dads and their tots hike and talk, and moms get some free time. By JACKIE BURRELL KNIGHT RIDDER


Deaf pilot earns FAA instrument rating

AKRON (AP) -- A former Wall Street banker with a dream to fly became the first deaf pilot to earn an


FRIDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES

FRIDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES WIZARDS 102, CAVALIERS 94 WASHINGTON (102) -- Butler 9-15 2-2 24, Jamison


Begin early to ward off heart disease, study urges

Reduce your risk factors to one or none before you hit 50, an expert says. WASHINGTON POST It's


MEDALS TABLE Through Saturday

NationGSBTot Germany1112629 United States99725 Canada710724 Austria97622 Russia85821 Norway28919


Some Mardi Gras festivities go on; weather threatens, postpones others

Revelers have turned out for the events, but some shop owners were skeptical. NEW ORLEANS (AP) --


Board hears concerns about sewage in Poland

Neither OEPA nor the county health board has a legal basis to order sewers. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


HONORS

HONORS Award for veterinarian Dr. Samuel Costello of Town and Country Veterinary Hospital in


Miss Kovalovsky, and Mr. Young will marry July 1

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Kimberly Kovalovsky and Adam Young, both of 1618 Medford Ave., are announcing their


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Timothy and Marilyn Bender, Columbiana, boy, Feb. 23. Brian


Grisdale's 200th comes at nice time

Poland played one of its best games of the season in upending Springfield. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU


U.S. port security is severely lacking, many experts say

A small percentage of commercial freight is tagged with tracking devices. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE


Schools receive mostly good grades

Nearly 70 percent said Ohio isn't providing enough aid to schools. ATHENS, Ohio -- Most Ohioans


Brown: Put an end to the talks with UAE

Jobs and national security are being sold to the highest bidder, Brown said. YOUNGSTOWN -- In


Lakeview's victory secures TAC-8 title

Chaney beat East Palestine in the Cowboys' final game in their old gymnasium. BROOKFIELD -- Eddie


GUIDE TO PRAYER Various styles

Pauline Nagy, a 30-year parishioner at St. Patrick Church, Hubbard, led the prayer activity center


2 arrested in robbery attempt

Two guns were seized at the shooting scene on Tod Lane. YOUNGSTOWN -- Police have arrested two


DIVISION I GIRLS Canfield hangs in against Hoover

But the Federal League champions were too tough, dropping the Cards 43-29. By TOM WILLIAMS


POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Feb. 19


DELPHI NEGOTIATIONS Workers rally for support

This is a fight for all middle-class American workers, several speakers said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN


Penn State lands best quarterback in Pennsylvania

One of the state's finest quarterbacks has cast his lot with Joe Paterno's Penn State Nittany Lions.


Cherol's burglarized

Cherol's burglarized YOUNGSTOWN -- A 15-pound weight was thrown through a door at Cherol's Market


1949 firetruck for sale

1949 firetruck for sale Okabena, Minn., Fire Department members Ed Voit, front, and Les Ruthebeck


School board lowers its estimated debt

By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- The Salem Board of Education has lowered its


BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY'S SCORES

BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY'S SCORES AREA Wilson 82, Beaver Local 57 Chaney 86, East Palestine 72


Hedrick takes silver

Hedrick takes silver Brash-talking Texan speedskater Chad Hedrick played for second in his final


Iraq may be at a turning point

Opinion: When the time comes to write the history of America's Iraq war, Wednesday may go down as the turning


DIVISION III GIRLS Crestview, Brookfield cruise

Junior Chelsie McCall tied the Rebels' school record with six 3-pointers. BY ERIC HAMILTON


18 students graduate from nursing school

SALEM -- The Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing, under the auspices of Salem city


CENTRAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

CENTRAL HOCKEY LEAGUE NORTHERN CONFERENCE Northeast Division WLOTLPtsGFGA


More attacks will come, Al-Qaida vows

Two attackers and two guards were killed in the bombing attempt. MANAMA, Bahrain (AP) -- Al-Qaida


MEN'S TOP 25 Redick struggles, but Duke prevails

The senior standout set the ACC career scoring record. ASSOCIATED PRESS PHILADELPHIA -- Not even


Stocks, major indexes end week on mixed note

Oil prices went higher on news of an attempt to destroy a plant in Buqayq. NEW YORK (AP) -- Stocks


NBA

NBA FavoritePointsUnderdog Today DETROIT9Cleveland x-ORLANDOOFFHouston


Miss Homchosky, Mr. Rowland plan August wedding

BRISTOLVILLE -- The engagement of Crystal Homchosky and Rob Rowland is being announced by parents of


Casino bid stays despite violations

A company consultant says anti-gambling forces pressured the state to act. By TIM YOVICH


Graves hoping for spot

The closer struggled with the Reds last season with a 1-1 record and a 7.36 ERA. WINTER HAVEN,


Foundation contributes funds for needy students

The money will be used to fund an emergency scholarship aid program. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Marion G.


7 from 82nd Airborne charged in gay porn

The paratroopers face courts-martial and other punishment. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Army has


ABC

ABC MONDAY, MARCH 6: "Supernanny" (9 p.m.) returns. "Miracle Workers" (10 p.m.), a series


Suspect in animal cruelty turns herself in

BOARDMAN -- A woman who is charged in an animal cruelty case after two dead dogs were found inside


FRIDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES

FRIDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST Columbia 68, Brown 56 Cornell 68, Yale 64 Keystone 85,


CHANEY'S RIVERA MEMBER OF THIEL FOOTBALL SQUAD

CHANEY'S RIVERA MEMBER OF THIEL FOOTBALL SQUAD GREENVILLE, PA - Sixto Rivera, a 2002 graduate


MIlitary digest

BASIC GRADS Air Force: Airman Joshua E. Beilstein, son of Troy Beilstein of Stoneboro, Pa., and


Applications for school

Applications for school HUBBARD -- The Hubbard schools are accepting open-enrollment applications


OSU MEN Dials dominant as No. 13 Bucks down Michigan

The Boardman High graduate had his fifth straight double-double. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The first time


Man arrested in shooting of pregnant woman

COLUMBUS (AP) -- A man has been arrested in the shooting death of a 27-year-old woman who was about


TODAY

TODAY 12:35 a.m. (21) (3) (11) Winter Olympics: Medal ceremonies. 1:05 a.m. (33) (5) (4) Golf:


NEWS SHOWS Sunday guest lineup

ABC's "This Week": Sens. John McCain, R-Ariz., and Carl Levin, D-Mich.; actor Richard Gere. CBS'


AREA COLLEGES Recent games

Women West Liberty 71, Fairmont State 70 (OT) WEST LIBERTY, W. Va. -- Salem graduate Renee


Each year, cold kills nearly 700 people

SCRIPPS HOWARD As this winter plods along, here's a fact to chill the blood: On average, 689


Actor Renfro pleads guilty in heroin case

Actor Renfro pleads guilty in heroin case LOS ANGELES -- Brad Renfro pleaded guilty to attempted


1418 AUXILIARY

1418 AUXILIARY A meeting of the 1418 Auxiliary Seniors will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at The Oak


Judge sentences man in rec center burglary

One man is going to jail for threatening police with a shovel. MERCER, Pa. -- A Greenville man


MILL CREEK METROPARKS March calendar

Schedule of events at Mill Creek MetroParks. March 1-31: Registration for Children's Summer


Symptoms of ovarian cancer too are often overlooked

Dear Annie: My sister was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer. This disease is difficult to spot,


Festival looks at holidays' significance

Activity centers explored various aspects of prayer, almsgiving and fasting. By LINDA M. LINONIS


Debate focuses on pros, cons of Traficant's tenure

Two Republicans had good things to say about the convicted congressman. By SEAN BARRON


EASTERN CONFERENCE

EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf New Jersey3123.574--8-2W-418-


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go Charleston: www.charlestoncvb.com or (843) 853-8000. Fort Sumter:


Fitch's Jameson continues streak

Six other Division I wrestlers advanced to the state tournament. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT MENTOR


STATE SWIMMING MEET O'Halloran is 14th in 50-yd. freestyle

CANTON -- Boardman High School sophomore swimmer Conner O'Halloran placed 14th in the 50-yard


NASCAR-CRAFTSMAN TRUCKS

NASCAR-CRAFTSMAN TRUCKS RACETICKETS.COM 200 RESULTS Late Friday At California Speedway


BATTLE FOR BRONZE U.S. takes first curling medal since 1978

The American team won the bronze medal with an 8-6 win over Britain. PINEROLO, Italy (AP) -- Pete


Home-school fellowship

Home-school fellowship AUSTINTOWN -- There will be a home-school fellowship from 11 am. to 1 p.m.


Murder trial of Jenkins to begin

The murder trial is scheduled to begin Monday. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN


NEXTEL CUP With Knaus suspended, Johnson becomes leader

The two-time series runner-up has taken a bigger role with his team. FONTANA, Calif. (AP) --


TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew M. Whiddon, 25, of 2624 Lexington Ave., Warren, and


Tough issues loom for Bush in India, Pakistan

Opinion: By AHMAD FARUQUI GLOBAL BEAT SYNDICATE NEWARK, Calif. -- When President George W. Bush visits


FLORIDA Group: Errors plagued ' 04 vote

The nonpartisan watchdog group said computers logged 100,000 errors. WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) --


NBA ROUNDUP Saturday's game

Mavericks 115, Raptors 113, OT DALLAS -- Dirk Nowitzki made an 18-foot fadeaway with a second


Leader replaces whole team of negotiators as per panel

The executive director of human resources is getting a new title. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State


FOREIGN RELATIONS Bush seeks nuclear deal with India

Some Americans fear India is a threat to their jobs. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush will try to


Sportsman show

Sportsman show NILES -- The Sportsman's Super Show and Sale will return to the Eastwood Expo


Salem native gets national award with Notre Dame

SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The promotion of an outstanding volleyball team at the University of Notre Dame


ON CAMPUS News and notes

NORTHEASTERN OHIO UNIVERSITIES COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, Rootstown. Christopher Bodendorfer of Berlin


KINDERGARTEN Registrations

In most cases, children must be 5 years old by Sept. 30 and have proof of proper immunizations, a


AN ADDRESS WAS INCORRECT IN A STORY THURSDAY ABOUT RONALD A. WOLFE, WHO WAS ARRESTED AND CHARGED WITH SHOPLIFTING IN AUSTINTOWN. POLICE SAID WOLFE GAVE THEM A FALSE ADDRESS.

An address was incorrect in a story Thursday about Ronald A. Wolfe, who was arrested and charged


Santana concert delayed

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- A free Carlos Santana concert planned as part of centennial commemorations of


CELEBRATION Symphony Ball to have Latino theme

Auctions, dancing and dinner will be featured at the event. BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Symphony


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Newton Falls school board, 6:45 p.m., 907 Milton Blvd. Austintown Township


hAnthem competition

hAnthem competition WICHITA, Kan. -- John Paul Eichelberger, 12, sings "The Star-Spangled Banner"


Items lost, forgotten

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MEDALS TABLE Through Friday

NationGSBTot Germany910524 United States89623 Russia84820 Canada68620 Austria86519 Norway28818


STATE SWIMMING Canfield's 200 relay is seventh

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YSU suffers OT loss in finale

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Composer to be at St. Luke parish mission

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Newman unrepentant: Six days has not changed Ryan Newman's mind. Last Sunday, after finishing third


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Love moves to finals, will go against Ogilvy

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Sweet backs most recommendations

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Cordray, a candidate for state treasurer, campaigns in Valley

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Richardson provides spark for Lake Erie

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Taiz & eacute; service to be dramatic yet simple

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AT A GLANCE

MEDALS TABLE Through Saturday 82 total medal events NationGSBTot Germany1112629 United


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