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DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN City moves forward on improving Federal St.
The project's cost estimate is $548,653. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN --
MAHONING VALLEY Dispute resolution agency to join with Help Hotline
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Dispute
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES Detroit 90, Cleveland 78 Houston 89, Orlando 84 Minnesota 105, Memphis 99
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
GIRARD Council revisits rental policy
The inspection issue will be discussed at a meeting March 22. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
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
HOWLAND SCHOOLS District to join in seeking grant
The school district will know this summer whether the grant is approved. By TIM YOVICH
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,
SALEM Council debates fire department overtime, levy
Some fire department overtime is the result of training and military leave. By NANCY TULLIS
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
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday McDonald Village Council, 7 p.m. Village Hall. Boardman Township trustees
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
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
FOOTBALL Buckeyes abound at annual draft combine
Ohio State senior Mike Kudla tied the bench press record. WIRE REPORTS INDIANAPOLIS -- All-
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
Purse snatching
Purse snatching YOUNGSTOWN -- A homeless man is in Mahoning County Jail awaiting an appearance in
GIRARD City and state agree to deadlines on dam
The court action is necessary, agreement or not, the state says. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
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
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
Runaway truck hits pedestrian and five cars
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- One pedestrian was injured and five cars were damaged by a runaway truck on
WOMEN'S TOP 25 Monday's game
No. 6 Rutgers 48, No. 7 Connecticut 42 PISCATAWAY, N.J. -- Cappie Pondexter scored 26 points and
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
'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
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
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2006. There are 306 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2006. There are 306 days left in the year. On this date
COSMETICS Women get lip service for pumped-up puckers
Lipstick, gloss and liner help women achieve popular pouty look. SCRIPPS HOWARD Lips are a
Residents group to meet in development battle
A developer was to present his zone change request to the planning commission today. CANFIELD -- A
BOARDMAN Trustees hear of towing concerns
Another issue is the handling of cars of drunken drivers, an attorney said. By SEAN BARRON
Liberty turns back Chaney
Poland also advanced with a 51-36 victory over Southeast. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
W.Va. governor seeks mine shelters
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) -- Gov. Joe Manchin proposed Monday adding emergency shelters to the array of
Associated Press
Associated Press GRIEF-STRICKEN: An Iraqi cries after seeing the body of a relative, killed in a
REGIONAL AIRPORT ReadyAir is behind on loan, official says
A ReadyAir representative said the loan payments are 'in the works.' By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
"Skating with Celebrities" (8 p.m., Fox): After watching the world's finest figure skaters jump and
"Skating with Celebrities" (8 p.m., Fox): After watching the world's finest figure skaters jump and
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
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Tiffany Ross and Benjamin J. Argardi, Andover, Ohio, girl, Feb.
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf New Jersey3125.554--6-4L-218-
Buckeyes abound
Buckeyes abound All-America linebacker A.J. Hawk, the top NFL prospect coming out of Ohio State
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
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
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
Forces capture top Al-Qaida in Iraq figure
Iraqi officials said they think a U.S. journalist is still alive. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Iraqi
BOXING Darnell Boone beating guys with good records
The south sider shows promise with each bout. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN
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
WTA TOUR QATAR TOTAL OPEN
WTA TOUR QATAR TOTAL OPEN Monday At The Khalifa Tennis Centre Doha, Qatar Purse: $600,000
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
NBA ROUNDUP Monday's other games
Spurs 121, Knicks 93 SAN ANTONIO -- Michael Finley scored 22 points in 22 minutes to lead the
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE WLPct.GB St. Louis164.800-- Baltimore147.66721/2
Man found hiding in store faces charges
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Campbell man found hiding inside the Red and White Market on Elm Street has been
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.
2008 OLYMPICS Remaining a mystery: Focus turns to Beijing
Sports are still relatively new in China. By JOHN RODERICK ASSOCIATED PRESS Now that the
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?
Appeals court backs guilty plea ruling
LISBON -- The Seventh District Court of Appeals stands by a decision by the Columbiana County Common
"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
House, garage fire
House, garage fire CAMPBELL -- A fire early Monday, caused by an electrical short in a side-by-
WATCHING OUT FOR ONE ANOTHER
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis CRIME IN THE CITY: Youngstown Police Chief Jimmy Hughes hosts a
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)
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
DIVISION IV BOYS Badger, Bloomfield eliminated
Ledgemont will play Fairport Harbor Friday night. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE NATIONAL CONFERENCE Eastern Division WLTPctPFPA Dallas410.800270239
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
Scripps Howard
Scripps Howard FAMOUS POUT: The luscious lips of Angeline Jolie have motivated women to turn to
Girl is 'critical' after gunshot
YOUNGSTOWN -- Miesha Williams, 17, of Tangent Street was in critical condition Monday in St.
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
Coast Guard raised concerns over port deal
The administration said all concerns were resolved. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Citing broad gaps in U.S.
TODAY
TODAY 7 p.m. (ESPN) College basketball: LSU at South Carolina. 7 p.m. (FSN Pitt) College sports:
REUNIONS
XCampbell Memorial High School January and June classes of 1939 will meet for a luncheon at noon
hCarnival in Brazil
hCarnival in Brazil RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil -- Thousands of plumed dancers kicked off a second
Boardman cleanup meeting set this week
BOARDMAN -- The township police department will have its next community cleanup day meeting at 1
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
NEOUCOM School gets state funds for renovations to lab
A Huron company will provide dental care for prison inmates in Youngstown. By JEFF ORTEGA
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WORLD GOLF RANKING
WORLD GOLF RANKING Through Feb. 26 1. Tiger WoodsUSA16.89 2. Vijay SinghFij8.93 3. Retief
YSU hires network services chief
YOUNGSTOWN -- Jason Rakers, former senior network analyst at Allegheny Energy in Greensburg, Pa., is
RED CROSS Documents warned of response failure
Internal disputes led to inefficiencies after Sept. 11 and after Katrina. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES PISTONS 84, CAVALIERS 72 DETROIT (84) -- Prince 2-12 0-0 4, R.Wallace
YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Board expected to OK contract extension
A projected year-end deficit prevents the district from negotiating new contracts. By HAROLD GWIN
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
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
MERCER COUNTY Official details savings of alternative sentencing
The board promoted a corrections officer to the position of sergeant. MERCER, Pa. -- The Mercer
IN VITRO Pope: Embryos have right to life
The Vatican opposes in vitro procedures. VATICAN CITY (AP) -- Pope Benedict XVI said Monday that
Learn which clothing brands are best for you
Fibers and chemical are combined to make material warm, dry and breathable. SCRIPPS HOWARD A
Integrity politics
Opinion: Washington Post: Tightening lobbying rules without doing something to improve enforcement would be
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
PIRATES Bucs brace for life without Wells
If he has surgery, he'll likely miss several months -- at least. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) --
YSU PREVIEW Basketball
.MEN Who: YSU (7-20) vs. Loyola (17-10) When: Today, 8 p.m. Where: Gentile Center, Chicago, Ill.
STOCK LISTING Of local interest
Hynes' president wants the company to have a financially healthy future. By DON SHILLING
AFGHANISTAN Inmates agree to halt uprising
The agreement was only temporary, but officials were optimistic. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) --
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS Through Feb. 26 Points 1, Jimmie Johnson, 355. 2, Casey Mears, 316.
COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
MEN'S BASKETBALL MONDAY SCORES EAST Cent. Connecticut St. 79, Quinnipiac 67 Fairleigh
Pistons too much as Cavs fall again
The Cavaliers have lost four straight games. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Rasheed Wallace helped Detroit to
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
Schmidt: McGwire belongs in Hall of Fame
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) -- Mike Schmidt says Mark McGwire should be in the Hall of Fame. Schmidt,
Aaron Boone looks to have better season
Aaron Boone looks to have better season kCLEVELAND INDIANS third baseman Aaron Boone says his on-
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeremy A. Barnes, 26, of 6125 E. Alexandria Pike, Cold
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Warren Recreation Association -- is accepting teams for the upcoming season. There will