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FIRE Leavittsburg man facing charges
Authorities had offered a reward of $5,000 for information about the fire. By ED RUNYAN
Storybook finish waits to be penned
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Steelers sense something special is going on here, the kind of
Salem rallies to top Poland
SALEM -- Kelly Roelen scored 12 points for the Salem High girls basketball team, which outscored
RSAT GRADUATION Youngsters express thanks to judge, others who helped
Kids who lack education will be 'consumed by the streets,' a gang violence negotiator says. By
School record for Bodrick
School record for Bodrick Amber Bodrick set Thiel's single-game school record with 52 points in a
Photographer is arraigned in teen's death
MATHEWS, Va. (AP) -- An amateur photographer was arraigned Wednesday on a charge alleging he killed
WOMEN'S TOP 25 ROUNDUP | Wednesday's games
No. 9 Baylor 79, Iowa State 64 AMES, Iowa -- Sophia Young had 17 points and 11 rebounds and Angela
Green to the extreme
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: Last week's federal indictments of 11 people on terrorism charges related to
BILLY JOEL Piano man finds inner harmony
The singer, who is promoting his boxed set, has had successful ticket sales. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
The sixth annual For the Love of Chocolate festival takes place at the Holiday Inn Metroplex,
The sixth annual For the Love of Chocolate festival takes place at the Holiday Inn Metroplex,
'Lost's' Josh Holloway considered hottest hunk on television
NEW YORK (AP) -- Josh Holloway, who plays con man Sawyer on the hit ABC series "Lost," has been
WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP Trustees discuss problems in road project
Parts of the road are already breaking down, an official said. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR
Library to ask commissioners for tax levy
Voters rejected a 1-mill levy last November. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
OHIO ECONOMY Professor: Recovery in Valley lags state
The chamber is well on its way to helping create 6,000 jobs in five years. By DON SHILLING
Area man reports case of identity theft
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Lauderdale Avenue man, who obtained a job via the Vindyjobs.com Web site, has
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: The Victorian Players production of "Night Light." When: Weekends from Feb 3-19;
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Charles J. Hughes, 56, of 5646 Tulane, Austintown, and
Bergoust not yet ready to hang up his skis
The 36-year-old freestyle aerialist thinks he's got a couple jumps left in his body. ASSOCIATED
ROUNDUP | News and notes
Hingis still fan favorite: Martina Hingis' three-year retirement from tennis did little to dent her
Summary judgment is sought in speed-camera citations
GIRARD -- A class-action suit against the issuing of tickets from a camera set up to catch speeders
No starter, no problem as Struthers tops Niles
By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- Struthers was missing starter Amanda Ruozzo,
GRAEDONS Blueberries are good for the heart
Q. Do blueberries have any bad side effects for cardiac patients? I put some fresh berries in my
To fight kids' obesity, officials put video game in schools
The project starts with middle school pupils and will expand into high schools. CHARLESTON, W.Va.
Football becomes way out for Hali
The Penn State defensive end fled civil war in Liberia at age 10. MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- Tamba Hali
Finally! Pacers trade Artest to Sacramento
Indiana acquired high-scoring guard Peja Stojakovic. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Ron Artest needed a
'Reservoir Dogs' actor found dead
One official said there were no signs of foul play. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Chris Penn, a younger
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XJennifer and William Miller of Estero, Fla., are announcing the birth of their second daughter,
Campbell-Hart engagement told, wedding planned
XNORTH JACKSON -- Announced by Ward and Pam Campbell, 11440 Palmyra Road, is the engagement of their
SENTENCING Woman gets 6 years in cruiser theft, chase
Kalasky has a history of mental illness and suicide attempts. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF
FORUM HEALTH Union opposes lower wages, says concessions unnecessary
The SEIU urged community leaders to help find a solution for Forum's problems. By WILLIAM K.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Mahoning Unlimited Classroom Board of Directors, 2 p.m., Mahoning County Educational
U.S. to test Kwan's fitness on Friday
ASSOCIATED PRESS Michelle Kwan must prove she is fit for the Turin Olympics Friday, when a U.S.
MAGAZINE New publication is tailored to parents with young children
Stories that trade on parental fears are not found in this magazine. WASHINGTON POST Many of us
Wheldon has new car, team
The defending champion moved to Ganassi Racing after last season. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Defending
PARKINSON'S DISEASE Researchers identify genetic mutation
Should people be offered genetic tests? WASHINGTON POST Researchers said Wednesday they have
Otis Key puts on a quick exhibition of the Harlem Globetrotters' classic skills to end a program at
Otis Key puts on a quick exhibition of the Harlem Globetrotters' classic skills to end a program at
Pope says church must ease suffering
Inaugural encyclicals offer clues about a pontiff's major concerns. VATICAN CITY (AP) -- Pope
Housing slowdown will hurt rest of economy
Sales fell in December, marking the third straight monthly decline. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The five-
Ice dance champions waltz to tuneup victory
The Americans are participating in the Four Continents competition. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP)
YSU PREVIEW | Basketball
MEN Who: YSU (6-11, 3-4) vs. UW-Milwaukee (14-4, 7-1) When: Today, 7:35 p.m. Where: Beeghly
DIVERSITY Top NCAA programs still led by white men
Eighty-one percent of college presidents are white men. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- White males make up
Recovering Thomas signs with low-budget Athletics
Former Rockies pitcher Denny Neagle pleads guilty. ASSOCIATED PRESS OAKLAND, Calif. -- Free
Prudence is the key word in dealing with the Middle East
Opinion: Prudence is the key word in dealing with the Middle East EDITOR: Congressman Tim Ryan is due
OHIO Louisville ends losing streak with easy win over Cincinnati
Butler and Illinois-Chicago posted Horizon League wins. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOUISVILLE, Ky. --
Bentley, Dyson share notes on how to beat Pittsburgh
KIRKLAND, Wash. (AP) -- The Seahawks are about to thank Kevin Bentley. Not for beating up and
COLUMBIANA Officials seek ways to save, make money
The county may make an additional $100,000 in investments in six months. By D.A. WILKINSON
PLANET Scientists find new body near Milky Way's center
The new planet was found in the constellation Sagittarius. SCRIPPS HOWARD An icy, probably rocky
SOUNDOCTRINE Youngstown-based band to perform on television
The group's fourth album is to be released March 14. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT CLEVELAND --
NHL ROUNDUP Wednesday's other games
Stars 4, Blues 3, SO DALLAS -- Sergei Zubov and Jussi Jokinen scored in the shootout and Dallas
OPINIONS Survey results
Nearly 800 northern Ohio business executives were surveyed and these percentages said they strongly
HOW HE SEES IT Medicare drug plan is the Republicans' poison pill
Opinion: By JONATHAN CHAIT LOS ANGELES TIMES For the last few weeks, Democrats in Washington have been
AUSTINTOWN SCHOOLS Suggestions abound for reducing costs
School officials must cut the district's nearly $38 million budget by at least $1 million. By
Winning war on terrorism requires winning of hearts
Editorial: It was one small paragraph in a long Associated Press story out of Damadola, Pakistan, but what it
Police: Woman made terroristic threats
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City police have charged a Volant woman with threatening another woman with a
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Cleveland signs Broussard to 1-year, $2.5 million deal
Outfielder Coco Crisp seems to be staying with the Indians -- for now. CLEVELAND (AP) -- First
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Jan.
Clijsters topples Hingis as comeback falls short
Top-ranked Roger Federer advanced to the men's semifinals. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Kim
NASCAR ROUNDUP | News and notes
Rusty's new career: Retirement didn't last very long for Rusty Wallace, who only needed about two
NBA ROUNDUP Wednesday's other games
Rockets 102, Bobcats 78 HOUSTON -- Tracy McGrady scored 29 points in three quarters as Houston
James keys Cavs' late comeback as Cleveland wins third straight
The standout forward finished with 38 points, nine rebounds and six assists. ATLANTA (AP) --
GEORGE F. WILL DeLay is no whiner
Opinion: RICHMOND, Texas -- Out here, where the tendrils of Houston's growing exurbs reach for open ground,
HOW HE SEES IT So-called Cisenros scandal was a fake
Opinion: By ROBERT LITT WASHINGTON POST An independent counsel has issued a report claiming that
Postponed meeting of board is today
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The New Castle School Board will meet at noon today to vote on whether to put the
Nardiello ousted by USOC
The skeleton coach lost a monthlong battle to clear his name. ASSOCIATED PRESS In his eyes, U.S.
PROGRAM Tod Learning Community focuses on young patients
Young cancer patients often miss school, sometimes for a year or more. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
WARREN Council considers use of inspection fee funds
The school building permit and inspection fees are expected to total more than $1 million. By
TRUMBULL COUNTY Commissioner Tsagaris says he won't run again
The commissioner believes other candidates for the job will surface now. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Streak snapped as Pens win 8-1
Rookie Sidney Crosby had a goal and three assists. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- When Mario Lemieux retired
Prayer brunch
Prayer brunch American Legion Post 504, 2225 Glenwood Ave., will have a prayer brunch at 10 a.m.
Study questions safety of heart surgery drug
Aprotinin is the second clotting medication linked to serious complications. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A
Baby-sitter training class being offered
BOARDMAN -- Mahoning Chapter of the America Red Cross has scheduled another baby-sitter training
American Idol gets nasty
There's more ridicule by judges and more attacks on them by contestants. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
GOVERNOR'S RACE Strickland to announce Fisher as running mate
The former attorney general ran for governor eight years ago. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
'Soldiers' turned out to be criminals
Both countries said they were investigating the case. MEXICO CITY (AP) -- The men dressed in
LAWRENCE COUNTY Conti steps down from housing group
Affordable Housing's remaining members are looking at its viability. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
UNION TOWNSHIP Supervisor files suit over wage
Only supervisors can set hours and duties, the attorney said. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
Miss Fiumara, Mr. Breitfelder to wed April 29
XCHATTAHOOCHEE, Fla. -- Plans for their upcoming marriage are being announced by Jeannie M. Fiumara
"We've reached the worst. The most important thing now is change."
Opinion: "We've reached the worst. The most important thing now is change." Raed Abu Hamam Palestinian
Jury convicts inmate who killed priest
WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) -- The inmate who strangled child-molesting priest John Geoghan was convicted
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Mambo Italiano." Kent State University Trumbull Theatre, 4314 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren;
Research: Race makes difference in disease
Doctors say reasons for the disparity are unclear. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Blacks who smoke up to a
NASCAR Ho-hum: Toyota's arrival not a big deal
Most team owners see it as a logical next step. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- It was not a little
Bodrick scores 51 as Thiel tops Bison
The Mooney High graduate also had 11 rebounds in the record-setting win. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Thiel
Highlights of Gov. Bob Taft's proposed "Ohio Core" plan, announced during his eighth and last State
Highlights of Gov. Bob Taft's proposed "Ohio Core" plan, announced during his eighth and last State
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Lillian Mitcheltree and Jeremy Susak, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 23.
"Everybody Hates Chris" (8 p.m., UPN): Stereotypes can lead to problems -- and in some cases,
"Everybody Hates Chris" (8 p.m., UPN): Stereotypes can lead to problems -- and in some cases,
Car crushed between truck, bus; 7 kids die
LAKE BUTLER, Fla. (AP) -- Seven children who had been adopted by a single family were killed
Maluso and Blackson plan Alberini's shows
Maluso and Blackson plan Alberini's shows NILES -- The cabaret act of Mary Jo Maluso and Rick
German engineers arrived in Iraq 2 days before kidnapping
More than 240 foreigners have been abducted in Iraq since 2003. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Kidnappers
Let the chips fly where they may
Let the chips fly where they may kICE WILL FLY, engines will thunder and adrenaline will soar
NBC pulls the plug on controversial 'Book of Daniel' after a run of only 3 weeks
CHICAGO TRIBUNE The "Book of Daniel" has been closed. Originally planned as a limited-run series
Wrestlers from 21 schools to compete in tourney
VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT AUSTINTOWN -- Athletes representing 21 teams will wrestle in four pools
GEO C AND THA STORM Band offers 'Better Way'
The band will release a new album in March. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER
Survivor star found guilty...
The first season's winner faces up to 13 years in prison along with a fine. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP)
NORTHERN OHIO SURVEY Executives like health care, have dim view of education
Job opportunities for college graduates are lacking, most executives say. By DON SHILLING
Car strikes sliding bus
Car strikes sliding bus YOUNGSTOWN -- Because of icy road conditions, a city school bus traveling
CAL THOMAS Kaine is a tax-and-spend Democrat
Opinion: Democrats think they have found their deliverer. He is the new governor of Virginia, Timothy Kaine.
AUSTINTOWN TEACHER Judge weighs motion in case
Defense attorney contends there was a violation of his client's Miranda rights. AUSTINTOWN -- A
MILITARY Nonlethal weapon is under review
Some U.S. commanders have pressed the Pentagon to dispatch it to Iraq. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE
Court will hear case about execution pain
Court will hear case about execution pain Death penalty opponent Christine Sparacino, above,
Outcome better than expected for Hamas
Before the election, pollsters said the race was too close to call. RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) --
The Jambar marking 75th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Jambar, the student newspaper at Youngstown State University, celebrates its 75th
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH Q 10 4 A 9 4 2 8 9 7 4 3 2 WEST EAST 7 3 A 6
HOWLAND TRUSTEES Officers lauded for their 'diligence'
The township needs to spend this year on heavy equipment, trustees were told. By TIM YOVICH
Parent announce Melquist-Pelanda wedding plans
XThe engagement of Jessica Melquist, 94 Boardman Blvd., Boardman, and Shane Pelanda, 3940 Edenrock
ROCK Actress forgoes films for metal band Wicked Wisdom
Jada Pinkett Smith's group toured with Ozzfest 2005. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
STATE OF THE STATE Reviews are mixed over Taft speech
One Valley legislator said the governor's speech 'had absolutely no substance.' By JEFF ORTEGA
Today is Thursday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2006. There are 339 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2006. There are 339 days left in the year. On this date
Cover has rapper as Jesus
Cover has rapper as Jesus NEW YORK -- Kanye West, with a crown of thorns atop his head, poses as
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WARREN Appeals court upholds conviction of Bazetta man
The driver was cited because he didn't agree with police, who had stopped traffic. By TIM YOVICH
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY'S SCORES AREA Struthers 51, Niles 38 Salem 34, Poland 27 West
GIRARD State panel puts city on monthly budget
The panel lauded the city for gains last year. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
'NIGHT LIGHT' 6 vignettes are set in bedroom
The local playwright substituted another scene for one that contained violence. By L. CROW
YOUNGSTOWN Legislation panel to discuss bonds for city officials
The bonds are needed to recoup money in cases where city funds are used illegally. By DAVID
Associated Press
Associated Press HIGH ON SUCCESS: Billy Joel has sold out eleven concerts at Madison Square Garden
SUCCESS
SUCCESS Most shows at Madison Square Garden in a single run: 1. Billy Joel: 11 (2006). 2. Bruce
County workers to pay more for health benefits
MERCER, Pa. -- Most county employees will be paying a heftier share of their medical benefit costs
Badgers rout Penn St., maintain Big Ten lead
Unranked Marshall beat No. 9 West Virginia on a night filled with upsets. ASSOCIATED PRESS
'Hilda's' childish barbs catch friends in crossfire
Dear Annie: I have a group of long-term friends, and we all are in our 30s. One girl, "Hilda," is
Bush, advisers seek new name
Americans have been uneasy about the program since it was disclosed. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President
HELOISE Time- and money-saving hints sent from Texas
Dear Heloise: Here are some of my timesaving and money-saving hints: UI use the pretty gift bags I