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NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Steelers: Linebacker Arnold Harrison was signed from the practice squad Tuesday to replace Andre
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Vienna Athletic Club -- will hold baseball and softball registration for players age 6-17
Apprentice-license bill sent to governor's desk
By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT COLUMBUS -- Residents and nonresidents would be able to
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Jan. 18 Assault: A
Officials hire attorney to help remove Conti
A second attorney was hired to handle an unrelated county lawsuit. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Pacers say Artest trade with Kings is called off
The original deal had Indiana getting Peja Stojakovic from Sacramento. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Ron
Panel still divided over fire issue
Officials will have to race to get the issues on the ballot. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
YSU FOOTBALL Penguins set 2006 schedule
Division II Slippery Rock will again be the season opener on Aug. 31. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
Americans devalue education
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: Stanford University is one of the world's great research institutions, so when
Davenport down, Down Under
Davenport down, Down Under It has become an all-too-familiar feeling for Lindsay Davenport, who
Disney announces purchase of Pixar
Disney and Pixar have had a relationship for 12 years. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Walt Disney Co.
TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE East Palestine holds off Southern for 49-43 win
The Bulldogs remain on top of the TCL standings with a 6-1 record. SALINEVILLE -- Travis Foreman
Officials to interview 911 director hopefuls
One county commissioner said he thinks one of the five candidates will be selected. By ED RUNYAN
Ford's second big cutback of the decade is a shocker
Editorial: Even in a General Motors valley, people hate to see what's happening to Ford Motor Co. -- a company
Lemieux bids adieu: Part Deux
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Penguins star and owner Mario Lemieux, one of hockey's greatest players, retired
Kent St. rallies against Miami
Jay Youngblood led the Flashes to a 53-46 victory ofer the RedHawks. ASSOCIATED PRESS OXFORD,
DISCOVERY CHANNEL It's a dirty job on series; Rowe's the one to do it
The host says he does 'immersion television.' NEW YORK DAILY NEWS In the past year, Mike Rowe
Eagles topple Mercer 66-56
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Kennedy Catholic boys overcame a 38-26 halftime deficit to pull out a 66-56 win
Most studies show fish oil won't prevent cancer, researchers say
CHICAGO (AP) -- Fish oil, seen as beneficial for reducing heart disease risks, probably doesn't help
MONDAY'S GAMES
MONDAY'S GAMES Atlanta 104, Indiana 94 Boston 91, New Orleans 78 Houston 97, Milwaukee 80
NBA Cavaliers effort too much for Pacers, 96-66
LeBron James led the way with 23 points, 8 assists and seven rebounds. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Board-approved budget smaller than last year's
UHC wants an increase in health insurance premiums. AUSTINTOWN -- The Mahoning County Board of
Teams racial bias remains evident
Nine out of 10 openings have been filled and still just six black head coaches. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Sebring doesn't back down, but Springfield prevails in the end
The Tigers (10-3, 6-1) broke it open in the second half. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS
Prosecutors: Benner should die
Benner is scheduled to be executed in early February. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
THE OAKLAND 'Greater Tuna' returns to stage
Two actors play many parts in the play about a fictitious town in Texas. By L. CROW VINDICATOR
Neverending sweetness
By Tracey D'Astolfo Vindicator Correspondent hocolate fountains, those Willy Wonka-esque
Mario bids farewell
Mario bids farewell kPITTSBURGH PENGUINS star and owner Mario Lemieux, one of hockey's greatest
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Man convicted of violence for fifth time
YOUNGSTOWN -- Michael Crytzer has been convicted a fifth time of domestic violence against a woman
Geneva men beaten by Seton Hill
BEAVER FALLS, Pa. -- Geneva College men's basketball team was beaten by Seton Hill for the second
REORGANIZATION | 2006
These bodies handled these matters at reorganizational meetings: MAHONING Austintown: Mahoning
AUSTRALIAN OPEN Davenport's 'Slam' drought hits 6 years
Lindsay Davenport lost to Justine Henin-Hardeene in a quarterfinal. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) --
Savings ideas sought
Do you want to give the school district ideas to save money? By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF
Columbus tops Canucks 6-5, on Letowski's goal
The Blue Jackets tied a franchise record with four power play goals. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR
8-year-old boy is charged in day-care shooting
8-year-old boy is charged in day-care shooting GERMANTOWN, Md. -- A 7-year-old girl was shot in
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: Tommy Davidson When: Thursday-Sunday (times vary) Where: The Cleveland Improv,
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--King of Mount (Stokes)3.802.802.20 Awtair (Spieth)4.803.20
Focus is on what Roberts inferred
Roberts made a 'pretty stupid statement' to the jury, one justice said. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
MAC BOYS Canfield downs Poland, 61-50
The Cardinals finally played well at the end for their second MAC win. BY ERIC HAMILTON
North-South vulnerable. North deals.
North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x A 3 2 u K Q J v K Q J 4 w A J 7 WEST EAST
TODAY
TODAY XSam Camens Center, 1080 Salt Springs Road, Youngstown, will serve its weekly luncheon from
Ursuline battles, but falls against No. 1 Akron SVSM
The Irish overcame a 12 point deficit before falling 66-54. AKRON -- Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary,
Give yourself sweet delight
Give yourself sweet delight Here are some chocolate recipes that be sure to please your sweet
Official refuses to discuss raises for city workers
A closer look at potential raises will be taken next year. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
NOTEBOOK | From 'The Q'
Tights all right: Cavs forward LeBron James improved to 2-0 while wearing full-length compression
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 25, the 25th day of 2006. There are 340 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Jan. 25, the 25th day of 2006. There are 340 days left in the year. On this date
Commission delays action on resolution
The regulations would restrict building within certain distances of streams. By DENISE DICK
Mineral Ridge posts 12th win over Jackson-Milton
MINERAL RIDGE -- Vance Keirsey and Nick Diana combined for one more point than the entire Jackson-
Skeptical residents thwart scams
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 65-year-old Bears Den man was told he was the recipient of a $2,500 government grant
UPN, WB announce their merge
NEW YORK (AP) -- Two small, struggling television networks, UPN and WB, will merge to form a new
ON THE FAIRWAYS | THIS WEEK'S PRO GOLF EVENTS
PGA TOUR Buick Invitational San Diego Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Courses: Torrey Pines, South
PENNSYLVANIA, OHIO First National Bank cuts staff to increase efficiency
The bank holding company reports earnings of $4.7 million for the fourth quarter. By DON SHILLING
Recipe for cookies is worth reprinting
Dear Heloise: I'm tired of baking the same old cookies and was wondering if you have a cookie recipe
Art sales shouldn't go for debts, site operator says
The woman says paintings by Traficant are hers to do with as she pleases. By NANCY TULLIS
CAREER CHRONOLOGY | MARIO LEMIEUX
June 1984 -- Selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft. Oct. 11, 1984
TUESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
TUESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES CAVALIERS 96, PACERS 66 INDIANA (66) -- GRANGER 4-8 3-4 12, O'NEAL 3-12
LaBrae remains perfect on year
The Vikings rolled past Girard 69-50 for a 6-0 TAC and 13-0 overall mark. LEAVITTSBURG -- Danny
"Lost" (9 p.m., ABC): The creepy stuff just keeps on coming on "Lost." In tonight's episode, Charlie
"Lost" (9 p.m., ABC): The creepy stuff just keeps on coming on "Lost." In tonight's episode, Charlie
NBA ROUNDUP TUESDAY'S OTHER GAMES
76ers 109, Kings 103 PHILADELPHIA -- Allen Iverson scored 41 points and Chris Webber had 17 points
TRUDY RUBIN Election doesn't solve Iraqi conflicts
Opinion: Iraq's official election results were finally released on Friday, more than a month after the
Relations with United States now expected to improve
Conservative Stephen Harper could be limited in his ability to move Canada to the right. OTTAWA
BASEBALL ROUNDUP | NEWS AND NOTES
Crisp deal on hold: PHILADELPHIA -- A deal that would send Indians outfielder Coco Crisp to the
Blackwell backs leasing of turnpike
The proposal calls for all police costs to be paid by the private operator. By Jeff Ortega
County nears occupation of facility
A 'monkey wrench' was thrown into the building plans, a commissioner says. By ED RUNYAN
University to continue search for new dean
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University's College of Arts and Sciences isn't getting a new dean --
2006 SCHEDULE
2006 SCHEDULE Aug. 31 -- Slippery Rock Sept. 9 -- Maine Sept. 16 -- at Penn State Sept. 23 -- UC-
HOW SHE SEES IT Foot-in-mouth disease infects politics
Opinion: By MARSHA MERCER MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- Ray Nagin, the mayor of New Orleans,
Levy is unavoidable, superintendent says
A cut in state subsidy is expected to result in a district deficit by the end of June. By HAROLD
"Tonight friends, our great country has voted for change, and Canadians have asked our party to take
Opinion: "Tonight friends, our great country has voted for change, and Canadians have asked our party to take
Marriage was put on back burner
Dear Annie: I have been with my husband, "Paul," for 13 years, and we've had our ups and downs. Two
Museum to be setting for benefit
Proceeds from the event will provide financial assistance for area residents. CANFIELD -- Canfield
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf New Jersey2217.564--5-5L-112-
ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games
Devils 4, Islanders 0 UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- Martin Brodeur made 24 saves for his fourth shutout of
Workers hope 10,000 signs have impact
The union hopes the campaign is so popular that it has to order more signs. By DON SHILLING
SUPREME COURT Alito moves closer to approval
Confirmation seems all but assured. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- The Senate Judiciary
JACKETS NOTES | FROM NATIONWIDE ARENA
Recovering: Blue Jackets left winger Rick Nash, 22, has 12 goals and seven assists in 22 games.
Lawsuit seeks road reinstatement
LISBON -- Three men have asked for a Columbiana County Common Pleas Court order that county Engineer
BOYS BASKETBALL Fitch turns back Mooney, 73-60
James Wallace scored 29 points and added 16 rebounds for the Falcons. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
Campbell is JFK's first loss
The Red Devils (13-1) took advantage of the Eagles (11-1) missing their first 13 free throws. By
AGENDA THURSDAY
Agenda Thursday 1/26 Boardman Township trustees special workshop/meeting, 1 p.m., Boardman Road
Gunmen in military fatigues kidnap 2 German engineers
The formation of a unified government was jeopardized by kidnappings and killings. BAGHDAD, Iraq
Dann says he'd welcome a race against Montgomery
The Mahoning County treasurer has a primary opponent for state auditor. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Today's Birthdays: Journalist-author Edwin Newman is 87. The former president of Georgia, Eduard
Today's Birthdays: Journalist-author Edwin Newman is 87. The former president of Georgia, Eduard
Inhalers may go due to ozone harm
CFCs are being phased out because they harm the Earth's protective layer. WASHINGTON (AP) --
HOW HE SEES IT Wacky puppeteers pull strings of the Dem Party
Opinion: By MICHAEL GOODWIN NEW YORK DAILY NEWS They have huffed and puffed, threatened and delayed. But
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Carl and Erin Ligore, Boardman, boy, Jan. 23.
YSU BASKETBALL Penguins play host to league's top team
Youngstown State men entertain UW-Milwaukee Thursday at Beeghly. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
WARREN Packard show will feature Lombardo's Canadians
The Lombardo Orchestra has performed for more than eight decades. WARREN -- Guy Lombardo's Royal
TIM GIAGO When did religion and politics become one?
Opinion: When I was young and living on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation at the Pejuta Haka (Medicine Root)
BOYS BASKETBALL tuesday's scores area
BOYS BASKETBALL tuesday's scores area Fitch 73, Mooney 60 Campbell 57, Warren JFK 53 St.
Palestinians prepare for parliament election
The race between the Fatah Party and Hamas is too close to call. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) --
Pancake supper set
Pancake supper set FREDONIA, Pa. -- The Fredonia Lions 48th annual pancake, buckwheat and sausage
Niles wins at Howland 64-58 in overtime thriller
The Red Dragons rallied in the second half, then dominated overtime. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR
COMEDY Tommy Davidson: a jack-of-all-trades
The performer is an actor, producer, musician and stand-up comedian. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Adilio U. Umanaok, 21, of 21 Bouquet Ave., Youngstown, and
Tourism bureau to use funds for marketing
WARREN -- Money provided to the Trumbull County Tourism Bureau will allow it to begin marketing
SURPLUS FOOD 1/25
Surplus food 1/25 Metro Assembly of God, 2530 South Ave., Youngstown, neighborhood food pantry
Austrian playboy chooses Carmen Electra as date
Austrian playboy chooses Carmen Electra as date VIENNA, Austria -- An Austrian playboy who keeps
Sense of entitlement is in eye of the beholder
Opinion: Sense of entitlement is in eye of the beholder EDITOR: This is in response to the Jan. 14
TRACK & amp; FIELD
TRACK & amp; FIELD Slippery Rock University Invitational Women Westminster College -- was
TOP 25 ROUNDUP | Tuesday's games
MEN No. 6 Villanova 49, South Florida 46 TAMPA, Fla. -- Randy Foye scored 19 of his 24 points in
AUSTRALIAN OPEN
Australian Open Wednesday At Melbourne Park Melbourne, Australia Purse: $14.6 million (Grand