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GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE ROUNDUP | Thursday's games

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. -- Cliff Lee, an 18-game winner for Cleveland last season, was roughed up for


NCAA ROUNDUP | Other Jacksonville games

Florida 76, South Alabama 50 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Florida's latest attempt to survive the first


Best Bets on TV Tonight

"Dr. Who" (9 p.m., Sci Fi Channel): The Time Lord has entered a new age. Christopher Eccleston


Officials go over plan for project

Some property owners are worried the city will exercise eminent domain. By NANCY TULLIS


Manager, son charged in McDonald's theft

AUSTINTOWN -- A manager at a McDonald's on North Niles-Canfield Road and her son are charged in the


Experts stress importance of counseling for victims

Many evacuees are experiencing depression and recurrent nightmares. CHICAGO (AP) -- When William


YSU

YSU Baseball MOREHEAD, Ky. -- Youngstown State scored eight runs in the first four innings and


YOUNGSTOWN Audit suggestions

A state audit of the city's finances includes 17 recommendations to improve its operations. Some of


Bookstore's inventory is meant to please customers

Opinion: Bookstore's inventory is meant to please customers EDITOR: The library would like to take this


Man fails to show up for court appearance

The man failed to make a court appearance. By JOHN W GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


McKelvey puts self in no-lose situation

Opinion: In his application for the Mahoning County administrator position, ex-Youngstown Mayor George


Wisconsin-Milwaukee upsets Oklahoma in first round, 82-74

The Horizon League champions pulled off their third shocker in two years. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP)


NIT Creighton ruins Akron's invitation

The Zips finished 23-10. ASSOCIATED PRESS OMAHA, Neb. -- Anthony Tolliver scored 18 points and


Today is Friday, March 17, the 76th day of 2006. There are 289 days left in the year. This is St.

Today is Friday, March 17, the 76th day of 2006. There are 289 days left in the year. This is St.


Clean up property, trustees tell owner

The owner's trial on animal cruelty charges is pending. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


NBA

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LIKE MOMMY, LIKE BABY AT THE SAN DIEGO ZOO

Like mommy, like baby at the San Diego Zoo SAN DIEGO -- Jessica, a 25-year-old Western lowland


2 people held in market theft

YOUNGSTOWN -- What started out as a simple retail theft at a grocery store ended up with more


SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE

SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Cleveland126.667 Los Angeles96.600


Rumors of death were greatly exaggerated

William E. Yeagley says he is not dead, no matter what Social Security says. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


SURPLUS FOOD 03/18

Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, food giveaway from 10 to 11


Ursuline to play for state title

Ursuline to play for state title URSULINE HIGH SCHOOL'S Tiffani Miller, left, and Christina Danko


Probe to determine if Halliburton provided unsafe water to troops

The manager's report was incomplete and inaccurate, the company said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Golden Corral 500 Hampton, Ga. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 7


BY HANH NGUYEN

By HANH NGUYEN ZAP2IT.COM AND KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MANDA BYNES MAY BE A self-described


MEN NCAA TOURNAMENT OPENING ROUND

MEN NCAA TOURNAMENT OPENING ROUND At Dayton Tuesday Monmouth, N.J. 71, Hampton 49 WASHINGTON


Pop punk band has high energy

A CD release party is scheduled for Saturday. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Watch


Could loss to Mexico be end for Clemens?

Team USA's elimination was a stunner. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Rog er Clemens was a loser in what


Tennessee avoids big upset when Lofton's goal finds the basket

Winthrop was on the losing end of a 63-61 outcome. ASSOCIATED PRESS GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Dane


Matta knows Davidson is tough

The senior-laden Buckeyes haven't been shooting well. DAYTON (AP) -- The Ohio State Buckeyes have


Last July, four armed East Side men who shot at officers and eluded a dragnet for six hours were

Last July, four armed East Side men who shot at officers and eluded a dragnet for six hours were


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Courtney Shivers and Marcus Rutledge, Youngstown, boy,


Contractor change orders studied

The city is negotiating with two or three contractors. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER


World Cup Biathlon Results

World Cup Biathlon Results By The Associated Press At Kontiolahti, Finland Thursday (penalty


Boston College needs 2OT for win over Pacific

No. 12 Montana overcame a sizable height disadvantage to upset No. 5 Nevada. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Police get 4% raises in contract

The pact calls for the cops to pay a contribution toward health care. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


When habitual drunks drive, tragic results are inevitable

Editorial: The death of two young people in a senseless head-on collision is a tragedy. When the driver of the


AP Sportlight

AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA March 17 1871 -- The National Association of


Wedding planned by JoAnn Vogrin and Robert Weber

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Plans for the forthcoming marriage of JoAnn Vogrin, 7723 Micawber Road, Warren, and


USA LOSES TO MEXICO

USA loses to Mexico Mexico beat Roger Clemens and the United States 2-1, eliminating the Americans


Turmeric was spice of life for this porky pet

Q. My pet potbellied pig (Bradford) was down for six weeks with a disk problem in his back. We tried


NOTEBOOK | From Value City Arena

Up next: Ursuline (22-4) will meet Plain City Jonathan Alder (25-2) in the state final at 2 p.m. on


Parents announce date for DeChellis, Flamisch wedding

Plans for the forthcoming marriage of Linda DeChellis and Todd Flamisch are being announced by their


Well-being of Iraqis justifies the war

Opinion: By TIM KANE HERITAGE FOUNDATION Is the war in Iraq worth it? Skeptics are confident the answer


DAVIS CUP TENNIS

DAVIS CUP TENNIS (At Boardman Tennis Center) Poland B & amp;L 21, Canfield Srs 15


Two jail inmates indicted in attack on deputy sheriff

A man also has been indicted in the city's first murder of the year. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two Mahoning


Kent meets Pitt in rematch of 2002 tourney

The Panthers' Carl Krauser didn't play in that game, won by Kent State. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP)


Boat club holds dinner-dance, installation

CANFIELD -- An annual Commodore's Dinner and Dance was held by Lake Milton Boat Club on March 11 at


Federal grant use by police causes deviation

The city is permitted to deviate from civil service rules, an official says. By PATRICIA MEADE


Softball

Softball Kissimmee, Fla. -- Westminster lost to Messiah College, 3-2 (8 innings) and William


Phantoms have incentive at Zone

Mahoning Valley is fighting for home-ice advantage. BOARDMAN -- One team has secured a playoff


Chamber campaign to support Delphi workers

WARREN -- The Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber will introduce its "Keep the Connection" campaign


Both vulnerable. North deals.

Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH K 10 3 4 3 2 Q A J 10 8 3 2 WEST EAST 9 6 5


NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes

49ers: San Francisco re-signed linebacker Brandon Moore, receiver Jason McAddley and safety Kris


Report on housing probe expected Monday

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A report detailing the findings of an investigation into the Lawrence County


Ms. Basketball felt lot of pressure

The Pirates tried to wear down Tyra Grant. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF COLUMBUS --


Bay Hill Scores

Bay Hill Scores At Orlando, Fla. Purse: $5.5 million Yardage: 7,267 ; Par: 72 First Round


Project manager: Financing's in place

Every new school has a contingency fund, the project manager said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


Sheridan school put on list for closings

Kirkmere, Wiliamson and Southside Upper schools will get the kids. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


NBA ROUNDUP Thursday's game

Heat 107, Celtics 104 MIAMI -- Accustomed to comebacks, Miami staged its most improbable rally


Air Force shot down by Illinois, 78-69

UCLA was a big winner over Belmont, 78-44. ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN DIEGO -- The critics were


BASEBALL

BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS--Optioned RHP Kazuhito Tadano to Buffalo of the IL


NHL ROUNDUP | Thursday's other games

Rangers 5, Capitals 4 NEW YORK -- Jaromir Jagr snapped a third-period tie with his NHL-leading


MAHONING COUNTY Commissioners' actions

In other business, the county commissioners: Approved a resolution that directs county dog warden


Commissioners to appoint 9 members

To survive, the old CVB must find a funding source. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Hartings reworks contract to help Steelers with salary cap

Pittsburgh has all but two starters under contract. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers center


BOYS OHSAA DIVISION I

BOYS OHSAA DIVISION I Akron Regional At University of Akron Thursday Solon 72, Mentor 65


Missing teen sought

Missing teen sought YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are asking for the public's help in finding Yesenia


Lowe's team not hurting in Knaus absence

Darian Grubb has taken over as crew chief and led the team to two wins. By MIKE HARRIS


Is it a shamrock or just a sham?

The legend is that St. Patrick used the three leaves to represent the Trinity. DUBLIN, Ireland


ABWA selects Woman of the Year

FARRELL, Pa. -- The Shenango Valley Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association


Devils beat Penguins; Fleury stops 21 shots

The Pittsburgh goalie's play couldn't overcome his team's anemic offense. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.


Furniture dents in carpet disappear

Dear Readers: Furniture dents make your carpet look bad, but fortunately there are several easy ways


Senate passes spending plan

The House will likely oppose the additional spending in the plan. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate on


ASSOCIATIONS

ASSOCIATIONS Licensed Practical Nurses Association, Division 3, of Mahoning and Trumbull counties


THURSDAY'S NBA SUMARIES

THURSDAY'S NBA SUMARIES Heat 107, Celtics 104 BOSTON (104)--Pierce 12-26 6-9 34, Gomes 5-7 1-2


Voters in this town are loyal to the end

SIERRA VISTA, Ariz. (AP) -- Voters in the town of Bisbee stuck by their incumbent city councilman --


TCL Open Scores

TCL Open Scores By The Associated Press Thursday At Yalong Bay Golf Club Sanya, China


Kahle-Miskell wedding to be in Upper Arlington

BUCYRUS -- Plans for the forthcoming marriage of Beth Kahle, 2058 Tamarin Drive, Columbus, and


if you go

IF YOU GO Who: Ten Count Fall with Via Transit, Made in Canada and The Rydells. When: Saturday.


PBA Tour Ace Hardware Championship

PBA Tour Ace Hardware Championship At Taylor, Mich. (First session, seven-game pinfall) 1,


W. should have paid attention to daddy

Opinion: Iraq never attacked Israel, nor did it unleash chemical and biological weapons against invading


House bill strips laws governing food safety

Opinion: By HAROLD MEYERSON WASHINGTON POST Last week, even as Congress with great fanfare was protecting


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Changes at plant worry workers

Many are concerned that having fewer workers will make their jobs difficult. By ED RUNYAN


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Divorc & eacute;e is taking advantage of their hospitality

Dear Annie: Last year, after a bitter divorce, my husband's sister and her children moved in with


Irish survive in semifinal

Tiffani Miller's rebounding and offense in the final 1:30 were crucial contributions for


"They need to go back. It's their job. It's their life. It means a lot of families putting food on the table."

Opinion: "They need to go back. It's their job. It's their life. It means a lot of families putting food on


Agreement to alter signs

Three signs are enough, the planning director said. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Major Indoor Soccer League

Major Indoor Soccer League WLPct.GB x-St. Louis175.773-- Milwaukee158.6522 1/2


BOARDMAN Police pact

Trustees and members of the patrol union approved a three-year agreement, running through Dec. 31,


Reds 7, Pirates 2

SARASOTA, Fla. -- Brandon Claussen gave up two runs in four innings, and Adam Dunn hit his second


Reward offered for information leading to killer of chained dog

The dog was shot twice. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU FARRELL, Pa. -- A


East Canton reaches title game behind Sharp's 31 points

Berlin Hiland defeated Fort Loramie, 49-47. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Caitlin Sharp scored 31 points, Katy


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE Nextel Cup Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 -- Auto


Court orders judgment of contempt reversed

The case has been returned to common pleas court. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Universe experienced sudden expansion

The universe is estimated to be 13.7 billion years old. ASSOCIATED PRESS By the faint cosmic


Judge to decide if lawsuit goes forward

The prosecutor said the civil suit could jeopardize the murder investigation. By D.A. WILKINSON


City cited 5 times in audit for 2004

The finance director says the city is working to improve its operations. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY


Long Beach race could be driver's final Champ start

He's leaving his options open for the upcoming season. By MIKE HARRIS ASSOCIATED PRESS Jimmy


On the SidE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. ONE OF MANY: U.S. Rep. Melissa


Hot-shooting Harvey takes Quakers out of tournament

Salem lost 63-58 in the Division II regional semifinal to finish with a 20-4 record. By PETE


Spiritual songs shine as nominees

Don't forget the humorous songs, like 'Honky Tonk Badonkadonk.' NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Country


Large-scale offensive targets insurgents

It was the biggest air offensive since April 2003. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- In a well-publicized show


Thursday's Sports Transactions

Thursday's Sports Transactions By The Associated Press BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 13th--O's Park Avenue3.802.402.40 H J Class


Nominees

NOMINEES CMT awards The nominations for Country Music Television's Music Awards: Music Video


References to wins out

DAYTON (AP) -- Ohio State must erase references to all regular season games in addition to NCAA


NCAA/ATLANTA REGIONAL West Virginia staggers into tournament

Southern Illinois is fourth in the nation in scoring defense. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- No one


Alder is powered by star Prochaska

The Pioneers defeated Castalia Margaretta, 63-52, to get another crack at Ursuline. COLUMBUS --


FCC proposes $3.9M in fines

CBS has 30 days to appeal the FCC's proposed fine. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The government is renewing


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Steven M. Powell, 25, of 6321 Saint Andrews Ave., Apt. 34,


EXTRA PATROLS IN AUSTINTOWN

Extra patrols in Austintown Austintown Police will have extra patrols on the roads today because


Bridges to show YSU colors

The bridge colors and fence design will incorporate YSU themes. YOUNGSTOWN -- The refurbished


Glitter to appeal sentence

Glitter to appeal sentence HANOI, Vietnam -- Gary Glitter has decided to appeal his three-year


National Hockey League

National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA N.Y.


Seven Glory concert

Seven Glory concert GREENFORD -- Seven Glory will perform at 7 p.m. Sunday at Greenford Christian