News for February 27, 2006

YSU

YSU Men's basketball INDIANAPOLIS -- YSU junior guard Quin Humphrey was named first team All-

BASEBALL

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

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeremy A. Barnes, 26, of 6125 E. Alexandria Pike, Cold

Aaron Boone looks to have better season

Aaron Boone looks to have better season kCLEVELAND INDIANS third baseman Aaron Boone says his on-

Schmidt: McGwire belongs in Hall of Fame

CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) -- Mike Schmidt says Mark McGwire should be in the Hall of Fame. Schmidt,

HELOISE Cell phones morphed into some cool tools

Dear Readers: We printed some information on cell phones and asked you to send in your favorite

Pistons too much as Cavs fall again

The Cavaliers have lost four straight games. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Rasheed Wallace helped Detroit to

COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE

MEN'S BASKETBALL MONDAY SCORES EAST Cent. Connecticut St. 79, Quinnipiac 67 Fairleigh

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS Through Feb. 26 Points 1, Jimmie Johnson, 355. 2, Casey Mears, 316.

AFGHANISTAN Inmates agree to halt uprising

The agreement was only temporary, but officials were optimistic. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) --

STOCK LISTING Of local interest

Hynes' president wants the company to have a financially healthy future. By DON SHILLING

YSU PREVIEW Basketball

.MEN Who: YSU (7-20) vs. Loyola (17-10) When: Today, 8 p.m. Where: Gentile Center, Chicago, Ill.

PIRATES Bucs brace for life without Wells

If he has surgery, he'll likely miss several months -- at least. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) --

FORMER HARDING COACH Jury selection begins in murder trial

One excused juror said she heard 'so many rumors' after Deana Jenkins died. By ED RUNYAN

Integrity politics

Opinion: Washington Post: Tightening lobbying rules without doing something to improve enforcement would be

Learn which clothing brands are best for you

Fibers and chemical are combined to make material warm, dry and breathable. SCRIPPS HOWARD A

IN VITRO Pope: Embryos have right to life

The Vatican opposes in vitro procedures. VATICAN CITY (AP) -- Pope Benedict XVI said Monday that

MERCER COUNTY Official details savings of alternative sentencing

The board promoted a corrections officer to the position of sergeant. MERCER, Pa. -- The Mercer

FORUM HEALTH State-of-art device saves a life

The device gives dying heart patients a chance at life. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF

YOUNGSTOWN South Sider must help convict man in slaying

YOUNGSTOWN -- One of two men charged in the killing of Matthew J. Saunders in August must cooperate

YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Board expected to OK contract extension

A projected year-end deficit prevents the district from negotiating new contracts. By HAROLD GWIN

MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES

MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES PISTONS 84, CAVALIERS 72 DETROIT (84) -- Prince 2-12 0-0 4, R.Wallace

RED CROSS Documents warned of response failure

Internal disputes led to inefficiencies after Sept. 11 and after Katrina. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The

YSU hires network services chief

YOUNGSTOWN -- Jason Rakers, former senior network analyst at Allegheny Energy in Greensburg, Pa., is

WORLD GOLF RANKING

WORLD GOLF RANKING Through Feb. 26 1. Tiger WoodsUSA16.89 2. Vijay SinghFij8.93 3. Retief

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Judge Louie (Brinkley)16.606.804.80 Fax Machine

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NEOUCOM School gets state funds for renovations to lab

A Huron company will provide dental care for prison inmates in Youngstown. By JEFF ORTEGA

WARREN True-crime author to speak on 'bungled' investigations

WARREN -- Former FBI agent and true crime author Jim Fisher returns to the Warren-Trumbull County

Boardman cleanup meeting set this week

BOARDMAN -- The township police department will have its next community cleanup day meeting at 1

hCarnival in Brazil

hCarnival in Brazil RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil -- Thousands of plumed dancers kicked off a second

REUNIONS

XCampbell Memorial High School January and June classes of 1939 will meet for a luncheon at noon

TODAY

TODAY 7 p.m. (ESPN) College basketball: LSU at South Carolina. 7 p.m. (FSN Pitt) College sports:

Coast Guard raised concerns over port deal

The administration said all concerns were resolved. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Citing broad gaps in U.S.

INDIANS After disappointing 2005 season, Boone healthy and hopeful for '06

The third baseman has completely recovered from ACL surgery. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) -- Aaron

Girl is 'critical' after gunshot

YOUNGSTOWN -- Miesha Williams, 17, of Tangent Street was in critical condition Monday in St.

Scripps Howard

Scripps Howard FAMOUS POUT: The luscious lips of Angeline Jolie have motivated women to turn to

South Dakota's attack on Roe gives focus to what's at stake

Editorial: South Dakota is about to prove exactly why Roe v. Wade was good law when the Supreme Court of the

ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE

ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE NATIONAL CONFERENCE Eastern Division WLTPctPFPA Dallas410.800270239

DIVISION IV BOYS Badger, Bloomfield eliminated

Ledgemont will play Fairport Harbor Friday night. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

HOW HE SEES IT Bush's rhetoric comes back to haunt him

Opinion: By RONALD BROWNSTEIN LOS ANGELES TIMES President Bush may not like the arguments that critics

IAEA Iran holds fast to its uranium program

Lacking cooperation, the agency can't say for sure there are no nuclear arms. VIENNA, Austria (AP)

WATCHING OUT FOR ONE ANOTHER

The Vindicator/William D. Lewis CRIME IN THE CITY: Youngstown Police Chief Jimmy Hughes hosts a

House, garage fire

House, garage fire CAMPBELL -- A fire early Monday, caused by an electrical short in a side-by-

"We're getting ready for tsunamis. We're getting ready for earthquakes. We're getting ready for

Opinion: "We're getting ready for tsunamis. We're getting ready for earthquakes. We're getting ready for

Appeals court backs guilty plea ruling

LISBON -- The Seventh District Court of Appeals stands by a decision by the Columbiana County Common

HOW HE SEES IT Media struggles jeopardize the fight

Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY Can America win a sustained war in this media age?

2008 OLYMPICS Remaining a mystery: Focus turns to Beijing

Sports are still relatively new in China. By JOHN RODERICK ASSOCIATED PRESS Now that the

WEST VIRGINIA Sting from earlier loss drives Pittsnogle

WVU's 67-62 victory over Pittsburgh matched the Panthers' worst of the season. MORGANTOWN, W.Va.

Man found hiding in store faces charges

YOUNGSTOWN -- A Campbell man found hiding inside the Red and White Market on Elm Street has been

MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE

MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE WLPct.GB St. Louis164.800-- Baltimore147.66721/2

NBA ROUNDUP Monday's other games

Spurs 121, Knicks 93 SAN ANTONIO -- Michael Finley scored 22 points in 22 minutes to lead the

JOB SECURITY Turnover common for coaches

Only seven of the 32 NFL coaches from five years ago still hold the same job. THE ORLANDO SENTINEL

WTA TOUR QATAR TOTAL OPEN

WTA TOUR QATAR TOTAL OPEN Monday At The Khalifa Tennis Centre Doha, Qatar Purse: $600,000

DIVISION IV BOYS Western Reserve, McDonald win in sectional tourney openers

Reserve held off Sebring 44-36, while McDonald cruised 72-46. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR

BOXING Darnell Boone beating guys with good records

The south sider shows promise with each bout. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN

ANNIE'S MAILBOX Father-son relationship shouldn't be ex-ed out to please boyfriend

Dear Annie: I am in the middle of a divorce from my husband of three years. He and I share a child

Forces capture top Al-Qaida in Iraq figure

Iraqi officials said they think a U.S. journalist is still alive. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Iraqi

HOUSTON ASTROS Clemens' son hits a homer -- off dad's pitch

Koby Clemens is in Houston's system. KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) -- Roger Clemens' son took dad deep on

NUTRITION Fruits, veggies aren't what they used to be, expert says

He suspects faster-growing crops don't absorb as many nutrients. SCRIPPS HOWARD In spite of what

Buckeyes abound

Buckeyes abound All-America linebacker A.J. Hawk, the top NFL prospect coming out of Ohio State

EASTERN CONFERENCE

EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf New Jersey3125.554--6-4L-218-

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Tiffany Ross and Benjamin J. Argardi, Andover, Ohio, girl, Feb.

HOW HE SEES IT President's visit to India will miss the good, bad

Opinion: By LLEWELLYN KING KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- When George W. Bush touches down in India

"Skating with Celebrities" (8 p.m., Fox): After watching the world's finest figure skaters jump and

REGIONAL AIRPORT ReadyAir is behind on loan, official says

A ReadyAir representative said the loan payments are 'in the works.' By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR

Associated Press

Associated Press GRIEF-STRICKEN: An Iraqi cries after seeing the body of a relative, killed in a

W.Va. governor seeks mine shelters

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) -- Gov. Joe Manchin proposed Monday adding emergency shelters to the array of

Liberty turns back Chaney

Poland also advanced with a 51-36 victory over Southeast. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS

BOARDMAN Trustees hear of towing concerns

Another issue is the handling of cars of drunken drivers, an attorney said. By SEAN BARRON

Residents group to meet in development battle

A developer was to present his zone change request to the planning commission today. CANFIELD -- A

NBA

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COSMETICS Women get lip service for pumped-up puckers

Lipstick, gloss and liner help women achieve popular pouty look. SCRIPPS HOWARD Lips are a

Today is Tuesday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2006. There are 306 days left in the year. On this date

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA N.Y.

YOUNGSTOWN Hearing set on motions in the wake of mistrial

YOUNGSTOWN -- Judge John M. Durkin of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court has scheduled a hearing

'Da Vinci Code' author is sued

LONDON (AP) -- "The Da Vinci Code" author Dan Brown was accused in Britain's High Court on Monday of

TRUMBULL COUNTY Gustavus trustees sue ex-fire group treasurer

By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- On the same day when a pretrial hearing was

WOMEN'S TOP 25 Monday's game

No. 6 Rutgers 48, No. 7 Connecticut 42 PISCATAWAY, N.J. -- Cappie Pondexter scored 26 points and

Runaway truck hits pedestrian and five cars

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- One pedestrian was injured and five cars were damaged by a runaway truck on

NHL With two-week break over, players ready to resume play

Some players have yet to return from Turin. ASSOCIATED PRESS Mats Sundin partied in Sweden with

NFL Combine helps, but draft relies on feel, instinct

Drills and tests can't always tell you who will be a good pro player. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

GIRARD City and state agree to deadlines on dam

The court action is necessary, agreement or not, the state says. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR

Purse snatching

Purse snatching YOUNGSTOWN -- A homeless man is in Mahoning County Jail awaiting an appearance in

JOE POSNANSKI Olympics are in the eye of the beholder

TURIN, Italy -- The medals mean something different to each of them. To skater Sasha Cohen, the

FOOTBALL Buckeyes abound at annual draft combine

Ohio State senior Mike Kudla tied the bench press record. WIRE REPORTS INDIANAPOLIS -- All-

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications

CARL P. LEUBSDORF Texas political map may get review

Opinion: It looks like a ho-hum political year in most parts of Texas, with Republican incumbents favored to

Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday McDonald Village Council, 7 p.m. Village Hall. Boardman Township trustees

BASEBALL Manley becomes first woman elected to Hall of Fame

She was among 17 people chosen by a special committee. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Effa Manley became the

SALEM Council debates fire department overtime, levy

Some fire department overtime is the result of training and military leave. By NANCY TULLIS

DENNIS WEAVER, 81 Acted in 'McCloud' and 'Gunsmoke'

Weaver won an Emmy for his role as Chester Goode in 'Gunsmoke.' LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Dennis Weaver,

HOWLAND SCHOOLS District to join in seeking grant

The school district will know this summer whether the grant is approved. By TIM YOVICH

TECHNOLOGY Smart fabrics keep wearer warm inside and out

It's a challenge to keep up with ever-changing clothing technology. SCRIPPS HOWARD The good news

GIRARD Council revisits rental policy

The inspection issue will be discussed at a meeting March 22. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR

Dogs were abandoned by owner and by community

Opinion: Dogs were abandoned by owner and by community EDITOR: I was appalled after reading the article

SUNDAY'S GAMES

SUNDAY'S GAMES Detroit 90, Cleveland 78 Houston 89, Orlando 84 Minnesota 105, Memphis 99

BRIDGE

East-West vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x A Q 5 4 u A 5 3 v K Q 9 7 5 w 10 WEST EAST

MAHONING VALLEY Dispute resolution agency to join with Help Hotline

By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Dispute

DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN City moves forward on improving Federal St.

The project's cost estimate is $548,653. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN --

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