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BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Family Birthplace Anthony and Jennifer DeNiro, Youngstown, girl, Jan. 22.
Trial for ex-coach set for Feb. 27
WARREN -- A former Warren G. Harding High School basketball coach accused of killing his wife is
President risks historic slide into muck
Opinion: By WILLIAM McKENZIE DALLAS MORNING NEWS It's always tricky to navigate the intersection of
Sheriff's contempt hearing delayed
The city wants common pleas court judges to be named as parties to the action. By DEBORA SHAULIS
NHL ROUNDUP Monday's games
Flyers 3, Rangers 2 NEW YORK -- Joni Pitkanen scored his second goal of the game 1:28 into
Warren man dies in car-truck crash
HOWLAND -- An 18-year-old Warren man was killed when the car he was riding in failed to yield at a
Harding breezes by Wilson
The Raiders handed the Redmen their 14th straight loss, 55-18. YOUNGSTOWN -- Woodrow Wilson High
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES AREA Youngstown Christian 70, Chaney 45 Mount De Chantal 80,
TODAY
TODAY 7 p.m. (ESPN) College basketball: Illinois at Wisconsin. 7 p.m. (FSN Pitt) College sports:
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday McDonald Council regular meeting, 7, council chambers. Springfield Township
LAWRENCE COUNTY Auditors asked to investigate missing funds
The final audit will be released to the public. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU
BATTLING BANDS Valley's own Another Found Self rocks everybody's socks off to win
The winning Mahoning County rock group has a Web site. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Crowned Roses (Rivera) 13.405.003.80 No No Cielo
He has no idea who'll take him in the NFL draft or when.
He has no idea who'll take him in the NFL draft or when. MIAMI (AP) -- Vince Young was back in his
Doctors release baby found in plastic bag
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (AP) -- Doctors released a 2-month-old girl from a hospital Monday, two days
McDonald rolls past Sebring
Ashleigh Tondo paced the Blue Devils to their 15th straight win, 72-32. MCDONALD -- Senior
WARREN PHILHARMONIC Young virtuoso gives expressive performance
Iryna Krechkovsky caught the spirit and passion of the music very well. By JEROME K. STEPHENS
Turin tightens security as Games start nears
Opening ceremonies for the 2006 games in Italy will be Feb. 10. TURIN, Italy (AP) -- Italian
Attempt to block nomination fails as filibuster is defeated
A coalition of Democrats feared Alito would be hostile to civil rights claims. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
County files suit over voter system
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County is suing a California computer company for breach of contract over a
Hamas is proof of America's limitations
Opinion: "Time after time, observers have questioned whether this country, or that people, or this group, are
Cavs get easy win against Bobcats
LeBron James had 30 points in only three quarters in the 103-91 victory. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --
Some recommendations in the downtown Warren revitalization plan unveiled Monday:
Some recommendations in the downtown Warren revitalization plan unveiled Monday: Use a simple,
MONDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES
MONDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST Alvernia 97, Eastern 91 Bates 83, Maine-Presque Isle 43
Salem schools to try again with funding measure
A board member said workers should pay more for their health insurance. By D.A. WILKINSON
Plan seeks new life with old charm
The plan suggests looking into the business incubator concept. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Traveler says restaurants also serve as bookstores
Dear Heloise: In a recent column, you mentioned that truck stops are good places to rent audiobooks.
NBA ROUNDUP Monday's other games
Hawks 120, Knicks 101 ATLANTA -- Al Harrington scored 26 points and Atlanta pulled away in the
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Howland Athletic Club -- will have registration for players age 5 and older at H. C.
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2006. There are 334 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2006. There are 334 days left in the year. On this date
Crestview wins at charity stripe
The Rebels were 30 of 40 at the line in a 66-57 overtime win at Columbiana. By JOHN BUTERA
State of the Union Address (9 p.m., various networks): The war in Iraq and the health of the
State of the Union Address (9 p.m., various networks): The war in Iraq and the health of the
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES Cleveland 113, Phoenix 106 Miami 101, Houston 95 Milwaukee 83, Boston 79
Woman shot when answering door
LORDSTOWN -- Police are investigating the shooting of a woman who was wounded when she answered her
COMMON PLEAS COURT Man pleads guilty to felonies
He made a last-minute decision to accept a plea deal. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
U Jed E. Hepfner of Hubbard received a bachelor of electrical and CPTR engineering degree during
U Jed E. Hepfner of Hubbard received a bachelor of electrical and CPTR engineering degree during
Congress needs full disclosure rules
Opinion: By ARTHUR LEVITT Jr. WASHINGTON POST Having served in Washington for eight years, I can't say
Govenor wants to put the past behind him
The governor wants to put the past behind him. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
Another side of Seahawks' Alexander
He loves to play chess and help out fatherless teenage youths. DETROIT (AP) -- There is somebody
SIGN OF THINGS TO COME?
Sign of things to come? Expectations figure to be greater than ever for Tiger Woods, who started
SPEEDING Patrol will monitor area near career center
The patrol is hearing that kids on their way to school often speed. CANFIELD -- For the next 30
monday's nba summaries
MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES CAVALIERS 103, BOBCATS 91 CLEVELAND (103) -- James 11-19 6-11 30, Gooden
Auditor hopeful has no rivals in primary contest
The candidate's rise in politics has been quick. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
Guest worker system broken
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: If there were ever a good case to be made for a guest worker program, we
YOUNGSTOWN POLICE 6th-day overtime to be cut, chief says
The chief said statistics reported by the newspaper caused concern. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Savings rate lowest since Great Depression
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans are spending everything they're making and more, pushing the national
Iranian nuclear crisis
Iranian nuclear crisis LONDON -- The United States and other permanent members of the U.N.
SUPER BOWL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Van accident: NFL MVP Shaun Alexander and several other Seattle Seahawks got a jolt Monday when
Size, speed lead to scholarship
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF Cardinal Mooney senior Nate Burney did pretty much
Renowned playwright dies of cancer
She leaves a daughter who is only 7 years old. NEW YORK (AP) -- Playwright Wendy Wasserstein, who
Board puts issue on ballot
The levy would cost the owner of a $150,000 home $238 per year. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Michael Jackson Pops up in Germany
Jackson pops up in Germany HAMBURG, Germany -- Michael Jackson offered a brief glimpse of himself
LOCAL
LOCAL Chaney fundraising YOUNGSTOWN -- The Chaney High athletic department will hold a meeting
It is not ducky for Conti to serve on public board
Editorial: Donald "Ducky" Conti, whose recent actions as a board member of the Lawrence County Housing
Prize eludes A Big Piece of Kake, but its electrifying show is sweet
The South Range band made the most of its shot at the big time. CLEVELAND -- Another local band
Injured Marine, wife to attend address
ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. -- A Lawrence County soldier and his wife will be among those attending tonight's
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown.
Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown. CANFIELD Jan. 24 Theft: A
Library projects
Library projects YOUNGSTOWN -- Mayor Jay Williams and Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1950 will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Denny's
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1950 will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Denny's
Pet food company improperly tested
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Diamond Pet Foods improperly tested, or failed to test,
Tracking systems would save money, give peace of mind
Opinion: Tracking systems would save money, give peace of mind EDITOR: The area had a scare that I think
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Devyn J. Bellamy Sr., 25, of 218 Carroll St., Youngstown, and
Council considers secretary's position
The legislation would increase the position's annual pay by 7.6 percent. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY
Steelers now in favorite role
Pittsburgh has been the underdog in its last three playoff games. DETROIT (AP) -- They're favored,
Long and lean fashions are forecast for spring
It may be winter, but spring has sprung in the stores. SCRIPPS HOWARD It may be January, but
Financial statements
Financial statements New Middletown financial statements for fiscal year 2005 are available for
Aqua's plans concern engineer
MVSD wants more public data about Aqua Ohio Inc.'s expansion. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE YSU, Delphi Packard form partnership
Ohio's Third Frontier Project has money to help rebuild the state's economy. By HAROLD GWIN
WAR ON TERROR|Developments
The latest developments in Iraq and the war on terrorism: Seventeen days after a U.S. airstrike in
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo TOP ROCKERS: Rock band Another Found Self took home the $15,000 grand prize
EASTERN CONFERENCE
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Three men attacked on street
A cashier called the police. AUSTINTOWN -- A Youngstown man is charged with felonious assault
Domestic problems will be addressed
Bush's poll numbers fell to their lowest point following Hurricane Katrina. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Steelers' players lacking experience in title game
Pittsburgh has only one player that's played in the championship game. DETROIT (AP) -- If Super
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Feb. 3 At The International Banquet & amp; Convention
Unseasonal, warm weather in Detroit melting festivities
The City's winter festival needs snow or cold weather to hold events. DETROIT (AP) -- Welcome to
Bolon to seek Ohio House seat
The candidate has served in -- or audited -- many forms of government. By D.A. WILKINSON
Sullinger leads OSU in rout
He scored 24 points as the Buckeyes rolled over Florida A & amp;M, 95-53. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Yo. Christian coasts past Chaney
The Eagles (14-1) jumped out to an early lead and were never threatened. By JOHN KOVACH
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Monday's games
MEN No. 4 Villanova 79, Louisville 73 PHILADELPHIA -- Allan Ray matched his season high with 26
Samuel L. Jackson gets star on walk
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Actor Samuel L. Jackson left his mark on Hollywood Boulevard on Monday, sinking
"Bob and Doug were in Iraq doing what reporters do, trying to find out what's happening there up-
Opinion: "Bob and Doug were in Iraq doing what reporters do, trying to find out what's happening there up-
Board seeks replacement levy in May
McDONALD -- The board of education will go back to the voters in May to seek a replacement levy for
Neither vulnerable. South deals.
Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH J 5 3 10 3 A 10 9 5 Q 10 8 5 WEST EAST K 7
Brookfield holds off Lakeview, 54-47
The Warriors moved into a tie with the Bulldogs for the top spot in the TAC. By JOHN BASSETTI
Correction
Opinion: A Sunday editorial identified Jacqueline Taylor as president of the Youngstown Board of Education.
Man pleads guilty, apologizes to woman
LISBON -- A man apologized after the woman he tried to kill said she will suffer from her injuries
Expectations run high after Tiger's opening victory
The last three times he won his opening tournament he had his best years. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tiger
Souper Bowl bus arrives in Sharon
Shenango Valley teens will collect cash and food, and volunteer at the local food bank. By NANCY
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YSU suffers another road loss
The Penguins dropped an 81-67 Horizon League contest to Wright State. DAYTON -- The Youngstown
The Souper Bowl arrives in Sharon
The Souper Bowl arrives in Sharon EFFORTS of a group of young people to reduce hunger in the
IRAQ Poll: Most Iraqis want U.S. to leave
Many believe the United States intends to keep a permanent military presence in Iraq. KNIGHT
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox New information on STD testing is available
Dear Annie: I am a 41-year-old female, recently divorced after a monogamous 18-year marriage, and I