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Penalty shot blanks Pens; Mellon Arena loses lights
The Blue Jackets lost, 4-3, to the Mighty Ducks. ASSOCIATED PRESS PITTSBURGH -- Chad Kilger
EXHIBITION BASEBALL AT A GLANCE
SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Los Angeles116.647 Cleveland138.619
GIRARD Officials study mayor's financial plan
Several things have to happen for the plan to work, city officials say. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Marshalls Most Wanted
MARSHALS MOST WANTED Derrick D. Slocum The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the
Charles and Camilla to tour Middle East, India
Charles and Camilla to tour Middle East, India LONDON -- Prince Charles and wife Camilla are to
Columbiana County Common Pleas Court handles 3 sex-related cases
LISBON -- Three sex-related cases were handled or are being handled in Columbiana County Common
Artistic Expression: Tim O'Brien, 43, of Canfield colors a picture of Snoopy while on a break from work at the workshop. The workshop is part of the Mahoning County Board of Mental Retardation and
ARTISTIC EXPRESSION: Tim O'Brien, 43, of Canfield colors a picture of Snoopy while on a break from
IRAQ Bush is upbeat on war's progress
Representatives of Iraq's political parties established a Security Council. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Police arrest suspect in shooting of 2 men at housing complex
No one called police from the scene to report the shootings. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Carmona excels during loss
The Yankees blanked the Indians, 2-0. ASSOCIATED PRESS TAMPA, Fla. -- Fausto Carmona's stock
Are there movies in Valley's future?
These ambitious plans will take time to develop, one commissioner says. By DEBORA SHAULIS
Signs of life will protect homes from thieves
Dear Readers: Spring break is here, which means, for some of us, a much-needed spring vacation!
U.S. SUPREME COURT Facing accusers at heart of case
A 2004 ruling ensured defendants' right to question accusers in court. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
Flip Murray's strong fourth leads Cavaliers past Lakers
Kobe Bryant's 38 points weren't enough in Los Angeles' one-point loss. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Forget
NCAA WOMEN/STATE COLLEGE UConn starts slowly, then rolls past Coppin
Cleveland's Barbara Turner scored 23 points to lead the Huskies. ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE COLLEGE,
Howland announces fixed natural-gas price
HOWLAND -- The township has announced a fixed price of $9.45 per thousand cubic feet of natural gas
Try nail polish to keep backs of tack pins in their place
Dear Heloise: My daughter collects and wears a variety of tack pins, such as those sold at
Q. Both vulnerable, you hold:
Q. Both vulnerable, you hold: A K Q 10 2 7 A K J 5 3 9 5 Partner opens the bidding with one
TRANSFERS
TRANSFERS Darla A. Miller dba McPub N Grub, 1666 Poland Ave., Youngstown, wine and certain
Connecticut holds off late rally by Wildcats
The top-seeded Huskies were pushed until the end of the game. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Advancing to
BAY HILL RESULTS
BAY HILL RESULTS Sunday At Bay Hill Club and Lodge Orlando, Fla. Purse: $5.5 million
Tagliabue to retire as commissioner of powerful league
Roger Goodell, the league's CEO, and Atlanta GM Rich McKay lead the candidates list. NEW YORK (AP)
Luncheon, workshop to honor social workers
LIBERTY -- Karen Vadino, a Youngstown social worker, will present "Laughing: Just For The Health Of
HEALTH Unsafe imported items slip through the system
Some products from foreign countries contain poisonous substances. NEW YORK (AP) -- The poison
Top-seeded Buckeyes romp
OSU rolled, 68-45, and faces Boston College next. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) -- Ohio State was too
Quick action spares lives in huge cyclone
Officials said they learned lessons from Hurricane Katrina. CAIRNS, Australia (AP) -- Metal roofs
NCAA TOURNAMENT CLEVELAND REGIONAL
NCAA TOURNAMENT CLEVELAND REGIONAL First Round March 18 At Nashville, Tenn. North Carolina
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Distance may put close relationship out of reach
Dear Annie: Please help me deal with my self-centered mother. After my father died, Mom remarried
MRDD: Workshop wonders
This month marks MRDD Awareness. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- Jason
"This could be the beginning of a major breakthrough, ending more than 21/2 decades of estrangement
Opinion: "This could be the beginning of a major breakthrough, ending more than 21/2 decades of estrangement
NASCAR NEXTEL GOLDEN CORRAL 500
NASCAR NEXTEL GOLDEN CORRAL 500 Monday's results At Atlanta Motor Speedway Hampton, Ga. Lap
Ursuline's Grant named to all-tournament team
Plain City's Lauren Prochaska was selected as Div. III's outstanding player. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Fuller, Wallace, Jesko, Kershaw among choices
McKinley's Raymar Morgan and Dayton Dunbar's Daequan Cook grabbed the spotlight. VINDICATOR
Area captain has big hopes for new gym
Renovations are 75 percent complete, the captain says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Today is Monday, March 20, the 79th day of 2006. There are 286 days left in the year. Spring arrives
Opinion: Today is Monday, March 20, the 79th day of 2006. There are 286 days left in the year. Spring arrives
Student government rejects fee
The issue of a fee for capital improvements could come up again in the fall. By HAROLD GWIN
ROUNDUP \ Sunday's other games
Lightning 5, Islanders 2 TAMPA, Fla. -- Ruslan Fedotenko scored a tie-breaking goal midway through
TRUMP, 3RD WIFE WELCOME BABY BOY
Trump, 3rd wife welcome baby boy NEW YORK -- Donald Trump has a new apprentice. Trump's wife,
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Warren Recreation Association -- is accepting teams. Call (330) 889-3233. BB Rooners --
Christian earns spot on CHL all-star team
He is also one of six finalists for the league's MVP award to be named Friday. YOUNGSTOWN --
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Just Me (Perez)34.6012.605.00 Lil' Joe (Parker)4.402.80
PIRATES Duckworth contends for a pitching berth
He pitched five scoreless innings in a 2-2 tie with Tampa Bay on Monday. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP)
Fortune drops out of Ohio House race
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The candidate who had the most
Calmer Abrams leads Longhorns to Sweet 16
Texas dismissed North Carolina State, 75-54. DALLAS (AP) -- A.J. Abrams certainly got over those
Talks turn to GM's taking retiree costs
DETROIT FREE PRESS DETROIT -- Many of the thousands of Delphi Corp. workers who are expected to
Mount Notre Dame wallops Solon, 56-36
A freshman's strong game led the Cincinnati school to another title. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Kendall
Buckeyes bounced
DAYTON (AP) -- It's hard enough for John Thompson III to follow in the footsteps of his famous
AUCTIONS
AUCTIONS Holy Trinity Romanian Orthodox Church Camen Sylva Auxiliary, 626 Wick Ave., will hold a
BASEBALL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Red Sox-Reds trade: Wily Mo Pena has amazing power, when he makes contact. Bronson Arroyo has shown
PITTSBURGH Pitt's disappointing defeat follows surprising success
After overachieving all season, the Panthers underachieved in the tournament. PITTSBURGH -- Point
The future is brighter for Buckeyes
They lose four starters, but have the nation's top recruiting class. COLUMBUS (AP) -- For a
We're another day older and deeper in debt -- do the math
Editorial: Nine trillion dollars. That's what Congress has approved as the new debt ceiling for the U.S.
Plea agreement is back in place for city man
YOUNGSTOWN -- William Aponte's plea agreement is back in place now that he is cooperating with
Pittsnogle powers Mountaineers
The sixth seed moves on to play Texas in Atlanta. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Jerry West's teams
ITALY
Opinion: ITALY Corriere della Sera, Milan, March 14: The last few decades, as well as featuring many
YOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONY Season to include guest conductors
The orchestra will unveil a new Steinway piano during the opening concert. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
Sizemore already penciled in at top
After a banner first year in the majors he'll lead off and play center field. WINTER HAVEN, Fla.
Champion man gets 5 years in accident involving cyclist
Judge Kontos said the drunken driver's actions are similar to firing a gun into a crowd. By ED
Residents urged to attend session on electricity
The city's power cooperative wants to help residents conserve and better use electricity. By NANCY
Court Activity
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Tammy McNee, 5039 Latta Road, East Palestine, vs.
ReadyAir reports filing Ch. 11 bankruptcy
The company was dissatisfied with the common pleas court's decision. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Army specialist tells his story
Surviving a blast in Iraq didn't bring down a 22-year-old's spirit. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- U.S. Army
To end senseless war, U.S. needs new strategy
Opinion: By Sen. EDWARD M. KENNEDY KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Three years ago, we began the war in Iraq,
SOFTBALL
SOFTBALL Westminster College 7, Otterbein 2 -- Junior pitcher Jennifer Pancake (Boardman) recorded
Penguins pump to improve
YOUNGSTOWN -- One of the reasons for the success of the Youngstown State football program has been
Mayor unveils proposal for rebuilding city
The mayor's plan counters unpopular proposals by a city panel and the state. NEW ORLEANS (AP) --
SUPREME COURT Latest decisions
Highlights of actions taken Monday by the Supreme Court. The justices: Refused to consider tossing
Tar Heels knocked out early
George Mason upset North Carolina, 65-60. DAYTON (AP) -- Michigan State? Gone. Defending national
Heating help application deadline extended
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The application deadline for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance program has
Flirtation is crossing the line
Dear Annie: I am a small-business owner and have been married for over 10 years. In the past few
Angels for Animals partnership ties with dog neutering program
Mahoning will be only the sixth county in Ohio to launch such a program. By DEBORA SHAULIS
TODAY
TODAY 3:30 p.m. (FSN Ohio) Arena football: "AFL Weekly." 7 p.m. (ESPN) College basketball: NIT.
SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES CAVALIERS 96, LAKERS 95 L.A. LAKERS (95) -- Cook 2-6 0-0 4, Odom 9-15 5-7
Memphis can check one more off its list
The Tigers next face 13th-seeded Bradley. DALLAS (AP) -- The Memphis Tigers can check a few more
Jenkins receives 15 years to life
Most people convicted of murder spend 20 to 21 years in prison, a prosecutor said. By ED RUNYAN
Intersection opens
Intersection opens HOWLAND -- Howland Wilson Road at state Route 82 in Howland Township is now
Mayor asks for two staff posts
Council will also consider filling a job that has been vacant. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL
Calendar photo revives memories of Korean War
The Coitsville man received the Purple Heart during his service in Korea. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
President should put focus on Iraq
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- At this moment, one of the most dangerous since the Second World War, America's perils
As U.S. aid dwindles, Spain picks up slack
Opinion: While the Bush administration is cutting back foreign aid to Latin America, Spain -- the "other"
Marine Corps veteran among '06 inductees
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Tony Feldes, a retired Marine Corps
MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES PISTONS 91, HAWKS 84 ATLANTA (84) -- J.Smith 6-16 0-1 14, Harrington 10-
Robotics team advances in competition
WARREN --The Warren G. Harding High School robotics team has qualified for regional competition
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf New Jersey3728.569--6-4W-522-
FDA bickers with cherry pickers
Health officials said science is the best source of information. TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) --
NBA ROUNDUP \ Sunday's other games
Nets 100, Mavericks 89 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Richard Jefferson scored 28 points as New Jersey
Pupils display their talent at Butler
Eighty young artists were honored at the show. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
East High School Class of January 1943 will hold its 63-year class reunion at 1 p.m. May 5 at
East High School Class of January 1943 will hold its 63-year class reunion at 1 p.m. May 5 at
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey W. Bartlett, 58, of 9 D Hunters Woods Blvd., Canfield
VICTORIAN PLAYERS Wacky spoof keeps up a hectic pace
The play pokes fun at British ladies' drama guilds. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT In
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& lt;B & gt;FERRARO, & lt;/B & gt; Clara Louise, 75, of Lowellville; calling hours
Cheney attends event for candidate Blasdel
The event raised between $150,000 and $200,000. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
NCAA WOMEN'S ROUNDUP \ West Lafayette, Ind. games
Purdue 73, Missouri St. 52 WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Aya Traore had 20 points and a career-high 11
Meteorologist Koontz suffers a stroke
Meteorologist Koontz suffers a stroke YOUNGSTOWN -- WFMJ TV-21's weekend meteorologist was in
Report: GOP gave Blackwell funds
To override limits, donors gave money meant for Blackwell to local parties. CLEVELAND (AP) --
BOYS PAIRINGS SET
Boys pairings set Cleveland Villa Angela-St. Joseph routed Bedford Chanel to reach the Division
13th-seeded Bradley stuns Pitt
The fifth-seeded Panthers were bounced, 72-66. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Bradley was all
BOYS ALL-STATE
Boys all-state The boys All-Ohio teams in Division I and Division II were announced Monday. C3.
Battle goes on over law
Some are trying to add restrictions to a measure that would ease access. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A
Strangers in the Capitol
Opinion: Strangers in the Capitol Scripps Howard: Congress is such an overpowering presence in Washington
Foreign investments in U.S. continue to rise
Experts say efforts to limit foreign ownership could hurt our economy. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
U.S. still developing nuclear weapons
Opinion: By SANFORD GOTTLIEB BALTIMORE SUN Even as he was telling Iran not to produce nuclear weapons,
Tennessee, Parker dunk Army in tourney debut
Duke and George Washington also posted opening-round victories. ASSOCIATED PRESS NORFOLK, Va. --
Will casino businesses bring jobs?
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The three groups vying for the Pittsburgh slot machine license promise the casino
5 receive awards for saving man's life
The group formed a human chain of survival. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Why Iran wants to talk
Opinion: Washington Post: It's easy to see the potential advantage to Iran of opening negotiations with the
Man in Mahoning County Jail on weapons charges
YOUNGSTOWN -- A man who police said tossed a loaded handgun out of a car window on Fairgreen Avenue
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES Miami 85, Chicago 84 Detroit 108, Charlotte 103 Denver 109, New Orleans 94
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Browns moves: Safety Chris Crocker was traded by the still-busy Cleveland Browns, who sent him to
Video given as evidence of claims of U.S. shootings
In Cleveland on Monday, Bush explained his optimism about the war. COMBINED DISPATCHES BAGHDAD,
When government is the answer
Opinion: By MOSHE ADLER LOS ANGELES TIMES The Pentagon's Defense Contract Audit Agency discovered that
Who is really locked up in Gitmo?
Opinion: By TOM MALINOWSKI LOS ANGELES TIMES By now, just about every American ally in the world has said
2 decide to forgo flight school
Commissioner Tsagaris said he still wants to discuss a board reorganization. By ED RUNYAN
Is censure of Bush a realistic option?
Opinion: By JOHN HALL MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE Sen. Russ Feingold's call for the censure of President
NCAA TOURNAMENT
NCAA TOURNAMENT OPENING ROUND Tuesday Monmouth, N.J. 71, Hampton 49 WASHINGTON REGIONAL
$172M deal reached in insurance probe
DALLAS (AP) -- Zurich American Insurance Co. has agreed to pay nearly $172 million in a deal with
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES New Jersey 100, Dallas 89 Cleveland 96, L.A. Lakers 95 Atlanta 108, Orlando
COLUMBUS -- The 2005-2006 Associated Press Division I boys All-Ohio high school basketball team,
COLUMBUS -- The 2005-2006 Associated Press Division I boys All-Ohio high school basketball team,
Cooperative explains rate variations
NEWTON FALLS -- A representative from an electricity cooperative explained fluctuations in rates to
The results reported for two spellers in Saturday's Vindicator Regional Spelling Bee were reversed.
The results reported for two spellers in Saturday's Vindicator Regional Spelling Bee were reversed.
Today is Tuesday, March 21, the 80th day of 2006. There are 285 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, March 21, the 80th day of 2006. There are 285 days left in the year. On this date
"We attacked a country who never did anything to us."
"We attacked a country who never did anything to us." Al Zappala A Philadelphia resident and
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Struthers Committee for Better Education Levy, 6:30 p.m., Struthers Board of
Agenda Wednesday March 22
Agenda Wednesday Campbell Charter Review Commission, 7, council chambers. Open to the public.
VA-SJ routs Chanel for final four berth
Wheelersburg and Archbold also advanced to state. ASSOCIATED PRESS CANTON -- Ashen Ward scored
U.S. can ill afford to abandon Iraqis now
Opinion: By DONALD H. RUMSFELD WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Some have described the situation in Iraq as
Surplus food 3/22/06
Surplus food Price Memorial AME Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown. Food giveaway from 10
Villanova repels No. 8 Arizona
The Wildcats' next test is fourth-seeded Boston College. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- With Rollie
Landmark panel dies for lack of a second
Cortland residents will begin seeing a water rate increase in the June bill. By TIM YOVICH
IDES OF MARCH RESULTS AT NILES
Ides of March results At Niles Sunday 1 mile results PlaceAgeTime 1. Hunter Heinselman166:13
'Small ball' takes on new meaning at some parks
Reducing seats to create demand is the goal for some struggling teams. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) --
Police: Troops executed 11
The U.S. military said the allegation against U.S. troops is 'highly unlikely.' KNIGHT RIDDER
Crucial games looming as regular season closes
BOARDMAN -- Though they are playing host to the North American Hockey League's Robertson Cup, the
Hartford follows plan to the letter, beats Temple
The 11th-seeded Hawks won their first NCAA tournament game. ASSOCIATED PRESS TRENTON, N.J. --
PIRATES Wilson's future still in question as season nears
After a career-best 2004 season, he finds himself on the team's bench this year. BRADENTON, Fla.
Brookfield board making cuts that harm students
Opinion: Brookfield board making cuts that harm students EDITOR: After attending the Brookfield school
FIRST DAY OF SPRING BRINGS WINTRY WEATHER TO PLAINS
First day of spring brings wintry weather to Plains SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- A powerful storm dumped
Buckeyes, Eagles set for rematch
The Buckeyes won the first meeting in overtime, 66-61. WEST LAFAYETTE. Ind. (AP) -- Jim Foster
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE
ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE NATIONAL CONFERENCE Eastern Division WLTPctPFPA Dallas710.875480378
Heavy rains hit Texas
Heavy rains hit Texas DALLAS -- More than 5 inches of rain fell Sunday in parts of North Texas,
Lawmakers debate vouchers, tax breaks in budget session
Schools in Youngstown would be affected if the eligibility expands. COLUMBUS (AP) -- An expansion
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH A 7 4 2 10 7 4 3 2 Q 6 A Q WEST EAST Q 10 5
Held without charges, man will go free
A federal appeals court ordered the Sri Lankan freed after four years. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- After
Districts seek ways to keep kids in school
An Indiana bill would require yearly reviews of student credits. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Stephan
U.S. wants new vote in Belarus election
MINSK, Belarus (AP) -- The United States called for a new vote and the European Union threatened
First year viewed as huge success around world
There are still plenty of kinks to be worked out before the next one in 2009. SAN DIEGO (AP) --
Lester gets learning experience at Atlanta
He was the first black driver to compete in 20 years. HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) -- Bill Lester was proud
OSU, Pitt ousted from tournament
OSU, Pitt ousted from tournament OHIO STATE and Pittsburgh failed in their bids Sunday to advance
"Prison Break" (8 p.m., Fox): Last fall, "Prison Break" arrested viewers with the saga of Lincoln
"Prison Break" (8 p.m., Fox): Last fall, "Prison Break" arrested viewers with the saga of Lincoln
Drama in the theater lobby
Opinion: Drama in the theater lobby EDITOR: Recently I was at a movie theater and I saw two ladies who
New space race: Companies vie to transport tourists
So far, three tourists have paid a reported $20 million each for a space trip. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
CANFIELD
CANFIELD March 11 Drugs, drug paraphernalia: Police charged an 18-year-old Canfield man with
Pros, cons of high-altitude life
The University of Kentucky has three 7-footers on campus. By AMY WILSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Cyclone slams northeast coast area
Winds reached up to 180 mph, and 50,000 homes were without power. SYDNEY, Australia (AP) -- A
Web site to offer prices of surgeries
Health care costs could ease with better informed patients. DENVER (AP) -- As the Bush
These Patriots in middle of their own revolution
The school's basketball team has knocked off some biggies. FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) -- Don't know much