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SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS
SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Cleveland158.652 Kansas City137.650 Los
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Hubbard Board of Education, 5 p.m., 150 Hall Ave. XAGENDA runs daily. Items for
Owner-driver has better start, so far
He has qualified for every race this year and is 19th in the points standings. By MIKE HARRIS
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Paul and Stephanie Campbell, Austintown,
Moussaoui withheld the facts, former FBI agent says in court
Moussaoui is the only person in the United States charged in the Sept. 11 attacks. ALEXANDRIA, Va.
Department ends fingerprinting service
The new technology is supposed to keep molesters away from kids. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
NHL ROUNDUP | Thursday's games
Thrashers 6, Devils 5, OT ATLANTA -- Peter Bondra scored 1:03 into overtime to give Atlanta
Voices against violence sound off
Opinion: I recall her as a plump, upbeat middle-aged mom. I met her in India. She lived in a nice house and
SCHEDULE | Nextel Cup
Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 -- Auto Club 500, Fontana,
NCAA PREVIEW
NCAA PREVIEW Today's games NO. 1 VILLANOVA (27-4) vs. NO. 4 BOSTON COLLEGE (28-7) Time: 7:10
West Sider is indicted on felony drug counts
One person is charged with taking funds from the United Way. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Mahoning County grand
YSU and its police negotiate contract
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University began contract negotiations with its police Thursday, but
Woman faces accusation of pirating music
The RIAA works with Internet service providers to identify computer users. WARREN -- The music
Students to seek changes in laws
Students from Champion and Kirtland were fatally injured in the crash. CHAMPION -- Students from
Jameson eyes U.S. crown tonight
Eight Youngstown-area wrestlers are in the national tournament. PITTSBURGH -- Undefeated Tony
OTHER ACTION Handed up
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Kathy Crescenzi on a charge of receiving stolen
GM to close Cobalt plant for 1 week
A survey shows the Cobalt is exceeding quality expectations. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS
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Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH Q 10 5 3 A 10 9 4 7 Q 10 5 3 WEST EAST 8 4 J
Financier who stole $200 million gets 17 years in federal prison
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) -- A federal judge ordered a former financier Thursday to serve the same
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Meeting tackles traffic jams on U.S. Route 224
One idea is an underpass beneath Market Street. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
New skipper stresses more consistent defense
Ex- Dodgers manager Jim Tracy emphasizes fundamentals. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) -- Pittsburgh Pirates
Performances worth hearing ... and seeing
Two compositions premiered at the performance. By JEROME K. STEPHENS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Katrina evacuees in third, fifth grades perform poorly in Texas exam
DALLAS (AP) -- Young Hurricane Katrina refugees living in Texas scored considerably worse on a
Hong Kong group hired to inspect cargo in Bahamas
A 1999 report noted the risk of smuggling by the same company. WASHINGTON (AP) -- In the
'South Park' creators kill off Chef character
Past dialogue was used to give voice to the character. NEW YORK (AP) -- Isaac Hayes' Chef
Florida House passes bill to make high schoolers declare a major
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) -- The Florida House passed a bill Thursday that would make Florida the first
Fire damages house
Fire damages house YOUNGSTOWN -- A fire at 160 W. Boston Ave. probably started near the rear
APPOINTEES Mahoning County CVB
Volunteers who will serve on the Mahoning County Convention & amp; Visitors Bureau and their
northfield rEsULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 13th--Stand Tall Mcgraw5.402.802.40 Russley Fame N
Civil War re-enactment group sets recruitment camp in W.Va.
CHESTER, W.Va. -- A Civil War re-enactment group will hold a boot camp for prospective members
Bush team must develop plan for troop withdrawal
Opinion: Bush team must develop plan for troop withdrawal EDITOR: We have been in Iraq for three years
'Sporadic' Woods seven back; Love, Furyk nab share of lead
Before shooting a 72, Tiger Woods was in California to visit his ailing father. PONTE VEDRA BEACH,
Dellosso works to be featured in solo exhibition
SALEM -- Beginning Saturday and running through April 29, the Butler Institute of American Art Salem
BUS CRASH IN CHILE Victims lived, died together
The victims were part of a close-knit B'nai B'rith group on vacation. MONROE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP)
ANNIE'S MAILBOX 'Chet' is rushing her into a relationship
Dear Annie: I have been seeing "Chet" for two months. I feel like he is rushing us. He has been over
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS Youngstown Branch of American Association of University Women will meet at 10 a.m.
We'll learn how No. 127 made the jump to head of the class when everyone is under oath
Editorial: Various city officials have offered explanations as to why three applicants for the job of police
Hearings to precede private sewer line projects
Property owners along Dobbins Road were assessed without input. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR
East Ohio cuts April gas rates
East Ohio's rate is below what nonregulated gas marketers are charging. By DON SHILLING
A style all her own
The 'O.C.' star sees style as 'not being afraid to try new things.' By JESSICA YADEGARAN KNIGHT
Charges reduced; killer gets 10 years
The key witness has disappeared, the prosecutor's office said. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Violence rages, but U.S. says it's confined
In a major military operation, forces captured 18 and found weapons caches. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
WHERE TO GO Fingerprinting
Electronic fingerprinting for civilians available at: MAHONING COUNTY District XI Area Agency on
The watchful eye is busy
Opinion: Dayton Daily News: Ohio is on a growing list of states that restrict where sex offenders are allowed
Melting ice threatens coast cities
At the current warming rate, the Arctic will be 4 degrees higher by 2100. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Low-
Deputies' doing transfers will add to cost, sheriff says
The sheriff said state law allows him to contract for the service. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE Thursday's games
Indians 1, Braves 1, 10 innings KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- John Thomson set aside questions about his
History presenter brings Harriet Tubman to life
The presentation was in honor of Women in History Month. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
Council lifts ban on open burning
Council reduced the time required to retire for two police officers. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
"To me it shows how dangerously incompetent he is. 'Stay the course, mission accomplished, bring 'em
Opinion: "To me it shows how dangerously incompetent he is. 'Stay the course, mission accomplished, bring 'em
County wants covered bridge work to resume
NEWTON FALLS -- Trumbull County will hire a lawyer to get the nearly $1 million renovation of the
Penguins crush West Liberty 18-1
YSU had 21 hits, including eight for extra bases, in the home opener. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
South Range school board votes to call in improvement bonds
NORTH LIMA -- The South Range Board of Education is calling in the remainder of the district's
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Food City 500 Bristol, Tenn. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 3:30
Major Indoor Soccer League
Major Indoor Soccer League WLPct.GB x-St. Louis195.792-- x-Milwaukee178.6802 1/2
Cost puts pupil ID card system on hold
The school board doesn't want to hire people to run the ID system. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Girard pupils step back in time
Girard pupils step back in time PUPILS AT Girard Intermediate School took a 30-minute journey
Benefit concert
Benefit concert AUSTINTOWN -- Rock For Kaleb, a benefit for 8-year-old Kaleb Stockton of
Duke, Redick upset by LSU
"Big Baby" Davis has the Tigers on the verge of the Final Four. ATLANTA (AP) -- No need for LSU
Bradley sunk by dunks: Memphis, Carney cruise
Carney scored 23 points as the Tigers ended Bradley's dreams 80-64. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) --
Housing agency is out of business
Some are calling for a criminal probe into the group's activities. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
President Bush urges a civil discussion on the topic.
President Bush urges a civil discussion on the topic. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Mexican-born Juan
World Championships
World Championships At Calgary, Alberta Men Free Skate 1. Stephane Lambiel, Switz., 156.58
FORMER 'WONDER YEARS' ACTOR TO BE A FATHER
Former 'Wonder Years' actor to be a father LOS ANGELES -- Fred Savage, perhaps best known for his
Windham overwhelmed by Columbus Grove aces
South Webster and Villa Angela-St. Joseph also won semifinal games. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS --
ATP-WTA Tour Nasdaq-100 Open
ATP-WTA Tour Nasdaq-100 Open At Key Biscayne, Fla. Singles--Men First Round Greg Rusedski,
Music students to present recital Sunday
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Music Teachers Association will present music students in a public recital
ELEVEN PEOPLE TOOK THE OATH OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE UNITED STATES AS NEW CITIZENS AT NATURALIZATION CEREMONIES THURSDAY BEFORE JUDGE JAMES C. EVANS OF MAHONING COUNTY COMMON PLEAS COURT. THE 11, THEIR
Eleven people took the oath of allegiance to the United States as new citizens at naturalization
North College Hill principal bans Ohio's Mr. Basketball
The junior did not make the trip with the team to Columbus. COLUMBUS (AP) -- O.J. Mayo, one of the
Bribe taker has remarkably bad taste
Opinion: By PATT MORRISON LOS ANGELES TIMES It's not often you get a chance to mock a man's ethics and
Children's hospital to get $20.6M gift
CLEVELAND (AP) -- An affiliated foundation whose only charitable cause is Rainbow Babies & amp;
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Optioned INF Alejandro Machado to Pawtucket of the IL.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James R. Johnstone, 25, of 45 Erskine Ave., Boardman, and
FLIP'S NO FLOP
Flip's no flop Flip Murray wasn't expected to help lead the Cavaliers into the playoffs when he
Cleveland to serve as backdrop for 'Spider-Man'
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Watch out for Spider-Man on the city's trademark Terminal Tower skyscraper. The
Exhibit features work by three photographers
The photographers take different approaches to their art. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Danica Patrick is still at center of attention
She's now a veteran racer who is still searching for her first victory. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) --
SAT SCORING ERRORS Board takes hits for way officials handled mess
One score on the 2,400-point exam was off by 450 points. ASSOCIATED PRESS Another revelation
Today is Friday, March 24, the 83rd day of 2006. There are 282 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Friday, March 24, the 83rd day of 2006. There are 282 days left in the year. On this date
thursday's nba summaries
THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES Nets 86, Timberwolves 82 MINNESOTA (82)--Davis 3-12 5-6 12, Garnett
Investigation looks into peep holes found in walls at Trumbull agency
One restroom is used by staff; the other is used by staff and customers. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Think inside the box when spray painting
Dear Readers: Does a household project involve spray painting? Even though spray painting is quick
Driver gets an 'A' for diplomacy and tact
By MIKE HARRIS ASSOCIATED PRESS Bill Lester is everything that NASCAR could hope for in a
VFW Post 3767 Auxiliary receives awards
YOUNGSTOWN -- A highlight of the Feb. 22 meeting of VFW Post 3767 Auxiliary was the presentation of
Arena Football League
Arena Football League NATIONAL CONFERENCE Eastern Division WLTPctPFPA Dallas710.875480378
Ohio BOYS BASKETBALL
Ohio BOYS BASKETBALL STATE SEMIFINALS THURSDAY'S RESULTS DIVISION III Cleve. VASJ 71,
Panel to help people get apprenticeships
Representatives of some area unions have been invited to the meeting. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
1 KILLED IN CRUISE SHIP FIRE
1 killed in cruise ship fire MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica -- A fire apparently started by a cigarette
Murray is money with game on line
He's already had two game-winning shots as Cleveland eyes the playoffs. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Flip
NCAA Men's Championships
NCAA Men's Championships At Atlanta 50 Freestyle 1, Cullen Jones, N. Carolina St., 19.18
Surplus food
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday. Food
Olmert stays firm on plan to withdraw
Olmert's plan follows that of ailing Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Acting Prime
BY NANCY TULLIS
By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER PULASKI, Pa. -- Go ahead. Have some coconut macaroons
NBA ROUNDUP | Thursday's games
Nets 86, Timberwolves 82 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Vince Carter and Richard Jefferson each scored
PROFILE | Frankie Muniz Actor did more than stay alive
If there's anything to scream about for Muniz, it's finding the love of his life. By TERRY MORROW
Probe yields drugs, paraphernalia, cash, rifle
LAKE MILTON -- A six-month investigation by the Mahoning Valley Law Enforcement Task Force resulted
5-year levy size to hinge on cuts
School officials want an outside committee to review the finances. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
NIT ROUNDUP | Thursday's games
MEN South Carolina 65, Cincinnati 62 CINCINNATI -- Tre' Kelley's nine-point outburst early in