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WOMEN'S TOP 25 Thursday's other games

Kentucky 66, No. 1 Tennessee 63 LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Top-ranked Tennessee lost consecutive games for


Buick Invitational Scores

Buick Invitational Scores At S-Torrey Pines South/Nouth La Jolla, Calif., Purse: $5 million


GIRLS BASKETBALL

GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S RESULTS AREA Ursuline 58, Rayen 32 Mass. Perry 46, Fitch 32


Panel: Board needs bonds

The committee may recommend no bonds for city council members. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL


THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES

THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES Magic 119, 76ers 115 ORLANDO (119)--Turkoglu 9-15 5-6 25, Howard 7-10


Guests give a boost to P.O.D.'s new album'

Guests give a boost to P.O.D.'s new album' Metal rockers P.O.D. returned this week with the


Attorney ends suit with city

The lawyer says documents may aid in federal lawsuits against the police. By ED RUNYAN


'CHARMED' Making the effort matters

Another witchy woman learns the wires on the TV series. By BRIDGET BYRNE ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS


GM reports quarter loss of $4.8 billion

GM still plans to cut 30,000 jobs as part of its strategy. DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors Corp.,


Officials delay decision on new voting machines

Commissioners had problems with the current voting system in 2004. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


With thong in cheek ...

Opinion: By TANYA BARRIENTOS KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS I take back everything I've ever said about wanting


Council puts levy on hold

The law director said the issue cannot get on the ballot. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM


Dolsak leads McDonald to 68-32 win

The senior scored her 1,000th career point against Mineral Ridge. MCDONALD -- Amy Dolsak, a 6 foot


Building plan still possible

The service union says financial woes are a revenue problem, not a cost problem. By WILLIAM K.


Bremer leads the parade of weasels

Opinion: By MARTIN SCHRAM SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Now, parading into view, here comes affable Jerry


FLORIDA CRASH Adoptive parents plan children's funerals

LAKE BUTLER, Fla. (AP) -- Barbara and Terry Mann were supposed to complete their adoption of a 20-


Man faces charges after driving car into pond

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- A Youngstown man is accused of driving a stolen car into a pond. Arthur D. Jones,


Penguins fall at Loyola, despite second half rally

CHICAGO -- Senior Michelle Holmes scored a career-high 21 points and classmate Ashlee Russo added 17


Resident wants action on bridge replacement

City officials are trying to secure additional funding for the project, one said. By VIRGINIA ROSS


Woman fights mugger

Woman fights mugger YOUNGSTOWN -- A 49-year-old South Avenue woman struggled to no avail with a


Judge revokes probation after threat on officer

A 19-year-old man was sentenced for possessing crack cocaine. MERCER, Pa. -- A threat against a


Officials OK funding for sewage treatment plant

GREENVILLE, Pa. -- State officials have approved $1 million in funding through the Water Supply and


FEMALE SUSPECT NABBED IN MEXICO SERIAL KILLINGS

Female suspect nabbed in Mexico serial killings MEXICO CITY -- Juana Barraza, above, a suspect in


Both vulnerable. North deals.

Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH Q 4 K 7 5 2 J 5 A Q J 10 8 WEST EAST 10 9 8 5


& lt;B & gt;GLODDE, & lt;/B & gt; Bernice M., 90, of Cortland,

& lt;B & gt;GLODDE, & lt;/B & gt; Bernice M., 90, of Cortland, formerly of


LeSueur helping Seahawks prepare for Super Bowl tilt

He was called up three weeks ago to help Seattle's practice squad. DETROIT FREE PRESS KIRKLAND,


Center of attention

By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF ERENCE DIALS HAS A SPECIAL feeling about the Ohio State


Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis may face Federer in championship

Maria Sharapova had harsh words for headline writers. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Look at what


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Robert R. Patton, 214 Edna St., Poland vs. Cynthia A. Patton, 214


If commissioners oust him, Conti will contest

Conti says the charges and his pending removal are related to his friendship with the county


Phantoms hitting the road

Mahoning Valley embarks on a seven-game road swing beginning tonight. BOARDMAN -- It's been two


104-year-old gives advice on longevity

She has lived through 19 presidents and five states' being admitted to the union. By TIM YOVICH


South Range pulls out 50-47 win

Cindy Schuler's basket with eight seconds remaining beat Springfield. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


Officials work to secure funds to keep WRTA services

WRTA now pays about $22,000 to fill up the gas tanks of its 60 buses. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR


Patrol probes auto accident that killed 2 MCCTC students

Both girls were juniors from West Branch High School. CANFIELD -- Educators at West Branch High


Montgomery gets a reality check in AG race

Opinion: A key reason Betty Montgomery drop-ped out of the gubernatorial race was because she needed to


Memorial service set for retired police dog

NORTH LIMA -- A memorial service open to the public is set for noon Saturday in the auditorium of


Odors coming from upstairs are downright disgusting

Dear Annie: Never in a million years did I think I would be writing to an advice column, but here I


Bono pushes to fight AIDS

Bono pushes to fight AIDS DAVOS, Switzerland -- Bono unveiled a new push to fight HIV and AIDS in


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday,Feb 5th. SuperBowl XL Pittsburgh4Seattle College


Re-election feeds political corruption

Opinion: The Jack Abramoff scandal has put political corruption front and center in Washington but this


PBA-Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Classic

PBA-Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Classic At Lightning Strikes Trussville, Ala. Round of 64,


Playoffs are on Wedge's mind

After a rough final week in 2005, the Tribe is thinking big in 2006. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR


Winfrey confronts author

Two weeks earlier, Winfrey defended him on television. NEW YORK (AP) -- In a stunning switch from


Woman reports telephone scam

AUSTINTOWN -- A 20-year-old township woman was tricked into giving her bank account information to


Budget deficit may reach $400B

Critics contend President Bush routinely plays games with the budget. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


Men's Basketball

Men's Basketball EAST Buffalo 70, Ohio 51 Cent. Connecticut St. 57, Wagner 40 Fairleigh


ROUNDUP Thursday's other games

Hurricanes 5, Thrashers 1 ATLANTA -- Niclas Wallin scored on a deflection 16 seconds into the


Hennessy loves headstrong heroine

The actress admits she's really proud of the show. NEW YORK (AP) -- In no particular order, here


Surplus Food

Surplus Food Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various commodities, 8:30


Area educators respond to governor's proposals

Some local superintendents said kids don't need any more state testing. By HAROLD GWIN


'BIG MOMMA'S HOUSE 2'

'BIG MOMMA'S HOUSE 2' Grade: D Director: John Whitesell. Running time: 102 minutes. Rating:


Columbiana wins 11th straight

The Clippers rolled past Southern 73-16 to keep pace with Crestview. COLUMBIANA -- Columbiana


Missed shots doom YSU

UW-Milwaukee came out on top, 78-70. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN --


One teen sentenced, one bound over in robbery

WARREN -- A juvenile has been bound over to a Trumbull County grand jury as an adult on a robbery


Practically perfect

The movie is respectful of kids' intelligence -- and that of adults, too. By CHRIS HEWITT KNIGHT


Music teachers plan recital at the Butler

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Music Teachers Association will present their students in a recital to be


HITTING THE ROAD

Hitting the road It's been two months since the Mahoning Valley Phantoms have left the state of


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Christopher and Lisa Lumsden, Columbiana, girl, Jan. 25. Forum


MOUNTAINEER ENTRIES

MOUNTAINEER ENTRIES SATURDAY, 7 P.M. 1st--Red At Morn, D. Parker, 115; Stir the Mix, J. Davila,


Federal funds aid in cost of facility

LISBON -- Columbiana County will get $250,000 in federal funds to help pay for a proposed new county


Today is Friday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2006. There are 338 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2006. There are 338 days left in the year. On this date in


St. Anthony seats new slate of officers

STRUTHERS -- Officers were installed for 2006 when members of St. Anthony Auxiliary met for their


PUBLIC LIBRARY Administrative raises

The trustees of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County extended the contract of


YSU business college sets two open-house sessions

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Williamson College of Business Administration at Youngstown State University will


BASEBALL

BASEBALL National League CHICAGO CUBS--Named Carmelo Martinez manager and Kevin Green hitting


Farm bureau makes donations to organizations

YOUNGSTOWN -- In honor of national "Food Check-Out Week," which begins Sunday, Mahoning County Farm


Ex-resident supervisor guilty of sexual battery

A Willoughby woman said she and Vaughn had consensual sex in a staff restroom. By ED RUNYAN


U.S. releases Iraqi women; 2 soldiers killed in attacks

The fate of four other female detainees was not immediately clear. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The U.S.


Hafner glad that Crisp is staying

Manager Eric Wedge was unhappy about the trade rumors. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


Funds available for heating help

People who have used up their help should apply again, an official said. By D.A. WILKINSON


"Battlestar Galactica" (10 p.m., Sci Fi): In the latest episode of "Battlestar Galactica," our

"Battlestar Galactica" (10 p.m., Sci Fi): In the latest episode of "Battlestar Galactica," our


Man pleads guilty in Warren burglaries

WARREN -- A 35-year-old Warren man pleaded guilty to numerous charges related to burglaries at two


Teen hurt when wood-burner explodes

The 15-year-old boy is recovering after a freak explosion. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF


Grant scores 29 points as Ursuline tops Rayen

The Penn State-bound standout also had 10 rebounds. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


Hackett gets jitters at school presentation

The Senate candidate is campaigning in the Mahoning Valley. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


Outcomeunnerves the world

Hamas won a clear victory in Wednesday's vote, capturing 76 of the 132 seats. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS


Rock-Off finals to feature bands from the Valley

A panel of nine judges critiques the bands. By SUSAN BENDER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CLEVELAND


Australian Open

Australian Open Thursday At Melbourne, Australia Purse: $14.6 million (Grand Slam) Surface:


Democrats fried their brains, now live in a fantasy world

Opinion: Democrats fried their brains, now live in a fantasy world EDITOR: I am in awe of Democrats. One


On the SidE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. NOT AN ENDORSEMENT: State Rep.


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XYoungstown Branch of the American Association of University Women will meet at 10


Arena Football League

Arena Football League At A Glance By The Associated Press AMERICAN CONFERENCE Central


Pittsburgh band gets record deal with Rust

The band's first single, 'Hillbilly Way,' will be released in March. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


Man pleads guilty to threatening judge

Prosecutors will recommend a four-year prison sentence. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF


NBA ROUNDUP | Thursday's games

Suns 107, Heat 98 MIAMI -- Raja Bell scored 22 points, Steve Nash had 21 points and 14 assists,


National Hockey League

National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA


Harvick may switch after 2006

He's with Richard Childress Racing now, but may consider Toyota in 2007. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --


Porter gives media lesson

The outspoken LB doesn't want to hear that the Steelers are America's team. By TOM WILLIAMS


Make the necessary fixes

Opinion: Dallas Morning News: The clock is ticking toward a Feb. 3 deadline for Congress to renew the Patriot


OSU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Davenport sets pace in Buckeyes' victory

She became the career blocked shots leader in a 73-46 win over Wisconsin. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio


Kiwanis Club teams up with local girls school

The club sees the arrangement as a good way to get involved in the city schools. By HAROLD GWIN


Duke rebounds against Hokies, 80-67

J.J. Redick and Sheldon Williams led the No. 2 ranked Blue Devils. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- J.J.


Township to kick off cleanup on Earth Day

Other events include street sweeping and an appliance drop off day. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


Blast caused by stove baffles fire department

The fire was cooling down when the explosion happened. CANFIELD -- Cast-iron wood-burning stoves


Strickland: Fisher is great leader

The Ohio GOP chair said the move shows 'Democrats are stuck in the past.' By DAVID SKOLNICK


HELOISE Camper sticks to handy duct tape whenever he gets into any trouble

Dear Heloise: On a camping/hunting trip, I discovered several uses for duct tape. After unexpectedly


REVIEW 'Big Momma's House 2': Action flick? Comedy? Horror? It's hard to define

Lawrence is both grotesque and somewhat endearing. By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP MOVIE CRITIC Here's


Ohio, 19 others are vying for plant

The plant would generate 250 permanent jobs. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT COLUMBUS


"This will be the beginning of a new Palestinian political life."

Opinion: "This will be the beginning of a new Palestinian political life." Saeb Erekat A Palestinian


Islanders edge Pens 4-3 in shootout final

New York's Miroslav Satan was the only player to score in the shootout. UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) --


Agenda Saturday

Agenda Saturday The Lakeview Local Board of Education, special session, 8:30 a.m., in the Cortland


In Middle East, democracy becomes fundamental(ist)

Editorial: Sometimes, democracy isn't all it's cracked up to be. The Palestinian territories of Gaza and the


YSU

YSU Football YOUNGSTOWN -- A National Signing Day edition of "Penguin Playbook with Coach Jon


NOTEBOOK | On and off the court

Distracting dad: Sitting in the stands, Yuri Sharapov is an animated, ever-moving figure. His


Downtown revitalization plan ready

Ordinances will concern diagonal parking, residential use and business incentives. By PETER H.


Officials contest fines related to plants

The county would rather invest in its treatment plants than pay fines to the EPA. By DEBORA