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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
1993 -- American Chad Rowan is awarded the highest rank in sumo wrestling, the ancient Japanese sport, making him the first foreign "yokozuna." The 6-foot-8, 455-pounder from Honolulu becomes the 64th
1993 -- American Chad Rowan is awarded the highest rank in sumo wrestling, the ancient Japanese
'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
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& 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
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,
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
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