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Snowbound interstate highways reopen
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Three interstate highways in eastern Pennsylvania reopened this
Poland meeting to focus on important projects
POLAND — Town One Streetscapes will host a community meeting to announce progress on several
Sweet goodbye: Wilson wins last hoops game, 52-46
YOUNGSTOWN — Let’s pretend it’s the year 2020 and two Woodrow Wilson alumni are
Girard H.S. robotics team ready to rumble
GIRARD — The Girard High School robotics team will meet its design, build and program deadline
Boardman board won't ask for more money right away
BOARDMAN —  The Boardman school board will rethink its proposed building improvement
Who owns this poor dog?
LIBERTY — The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County is trying to locate   the owner of
Hair braiding's popularity grows, crosses ethnic lines
YOUNGSTOWN — Hair braiding and natural hairstyling are experiencing growing popularity with
Canfield is Mecca for growers of giant pumpkins
CANFIELD - Valerie Vanaman took the red eye from Los Angeles Friday to to learn more about growing
Judge blames prosecutor for trial delay
YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County Common Pleas Court judge who prioritized three jury trials for
Seven die in Pa. house fire
WAYNESBURG, Pa. (AP) — Fire swept through a house in southwestern Pennsylvania early today,
TELEVISION: 17/62. COVERAGE BEGINS AT 2 P.M.
Television: 17/62. Coverage begins at 2 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390) Inside: An inside look at the
To move ahead, Ford turns back
Opinion: By WARREN BROWN WASHINGTON POST CHICAGO -- It's a small thing to the outside world. It alone
Judge hopes to teach public
Judge Trapp hopes to bring law closer to the people. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
James tops Kobe as Cavs edge L.A.
The teams combined wo shoot 97 free throws, 55 by Cleveland. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- While LeBron
Many Redmen get in the act in final home victory
Wilson beat Chaney, 52-46, before a full house and many alumni. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
'Lincoln the Railsplitter' is museum's first Rockwell
A descendant of Abe Lincoln's provided a link to the past. & lt;a href= &
Girl, 12, saves pet turtle and dog who ate it
BRANDON, Fla. (AP) -- A palm-sized pet turtle and the golden retriever that gobbled it up survived
West Branch wrestlers earn another sectional triumph
Warriors J.P. Hoopes, Nick Hoopes, Jeff Karlen and Josh Learn won titles. By ERIC HAMILTON
CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight
BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY Cathan Bricller of Youngstown will participate in the 2007 Bowling
Radio auction planned by Downtown Kiwanis
Education and leadership projects for area youths will be supported by proceeds from the event.
'ROGUE GALAXY'
'ROGUE GALAXY' (Sony) for PlayStation 2 Genre: RPG; Rating: T Grade: B Just to keep the PS2
Youth & amp; Consequences: a time to learn
The goal is to prevent juveniles from getting into trouble with the law. By SEAN BARRON
With Schiffauer ill, Boardman comes together to win final game at Rayen
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Rayen School girls basketball coach Tanisha
PROGRAM ON GRIEF
Program on grief CHAMPION -- Wildare United Methodist Church, 7211 N. Park Ave. Ext., will host a
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities: Monday, income-tax assistance from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., follies at 12:30 p.m., bridge at 1 and Spanish
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:
Boardman's relays headed to state
Canfield also had two relay teams qualify for next week's state meet. CLEVELAND -- Boardman's 200-
In chill of winter, Wonka tale brings welcome warmth
The audience was continuously engaged as the story unfolded. By SARAH POULTON VINDICATOR
Blended relationship creates mixed feelings
Dear Annie: Last year, my wife decided she couldn't be a pastor's wife anymore and left. She hooked
Stewart seeking elusive victory
The two-time points champion is 0-8 in the race that every driver wants to win. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Russian prospect showing potential
Alexei Cherepanov has drawn comparisons to Alex Ovechkin or Evgeni Malkin. THE PHILADELPHIA
Pilot, passengers joined to thwart hijacker
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, Canary Islands (AP) -- A cunning pilot thwarted a hijacking by discreetly
Concerns about free trade surface
Statistics show the U.S. trade deficit hit 764 billion in 2006 for the U.S. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
Hanolt's record 35 propels E. Palestine
McDonald and Western Reserve won against Tier One opponents. LISBON -- Dan Hanolt scored a season-
MYCAP scheduling appointments
The program provides money to pay heating bills for low-income families. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Montana Spri (Whitney)4.602.802.60 Honor Grades
Small gesture brings big joy to Iraq soldier
A number of professional athletes have been showing up on the police blotters due to wife-beatings,
Warnings about credit-card games
What would you tell this man, who phoned recently for my thoughts on his credit-card strategy? He
NEXT UP \ This week's events
YSU Tuesday -- Basketball press conference, 2:30 p.m., Beeghly Center Wednesday-Saturday --
PREVIEW \ YSU basketball
YSU MEN (11-15) VS. EASTERN KENTUCKY (17-9) When: Today, 4:30 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center.
NHL ROUNDUP \ Friday's other games
Blues 1, Predators 0 ST. LOUIS -- Bill Guerin scored late in the second period, Manny Legace
THE EXHIBIT
THE EXHIBIT Norman Rockwell's "Lincoln the Railsplitter" is the centerpiece of an exhibition that
County judges seeking meeting
The judges say their support for a proposed jail agreement 'cannot be assumed.' YOUNGSTOWN --
WEEKLY BRIDGE QUIZ
WEEKLY BRIDGE QUIZ Q. Both vulnerable, as South you hold: 10 9 2 K 8 7 3 Q 10 6 K 8 7 The
Most of letters to governor urge ending death penalty
Not included in the count are letters backing the execution of Kenneth Biros. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Simon Property in deal to buy developer
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) -- Mall operator Simon Property Group Inc. and hedge fund Farallon Capital
Pet Labrador discovered fruit poisoning is really the pits
Dear Heloise: One morning, one of my Labradors suddenly started convulsing and fell down on the
FUNNY MUGS: Moira, left, and Emma make faces for the camera. Their mom agrees that the household is sometimes like a circus.
FUNNY MUGS: Moira, left, and Emma make faces for the camera. Their mom agrees that the household is
Wondering what the devil Meryl will wear to Oscars?
Although Streep can wear anything she likes, fashion experts want her to change her style this year.
Miss Shorthouse, Mr. Higginbotham announce troth
Suzanne Shorthouse, 434 Arbor Circle, Youngstown, and Paul Higginbotham, 5568 E. Fantain Circle,
'New' board members in Brookfield miss the point
Opinion: 'New' board members in Brookfield miss the point EDITOR: "S.O.S. is a small vocal group, the
2 deputies injured in accident
NEW CASTLE -- Two Lawrence County deputy sheriffs were injured in a Friday afternoon accident that
The germ is a group of bacteria that pass from the feces of people or animals to other people or animals. It has been known to cause illness for more than 100 years.
The germ is a group of bacteria that pass from the feces of people or animals to other people or
REGION
REGION Podiatry office adds hours, new treatment AUSTINTOWN -- Austintown Podiatry Associates
MONDAY
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 7 p.m. with Joann Vlacancich as hostess and Barbara Murray, co-
Actor is sentenced
Actor is sentenced AIX-EN-PROVENCE, France -- Samy Naceri, star of the World War II film "Days of
'GHOST RIDER'
'GHOST RIDER' Grade: D Director: Mark Steven Johnson Running time: 1 hour 45 minutes Rating: PG-13
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP Saturday's other games MEN Allegheny 62, Wittenberg 57 MEADVILLE, Pa.
Sheriff: Woman pointed to body
The suspect is charged with murder, kidnapping, felonious assault and child endangerment. BATAVIA,
When riding through life, take in the sites
As a board member of the local Western Reserve Transit Authority, I try to ride the bus regularly to
Paris looks bored at Vienna Opera Ball
Paris looks bored at Vienna Opera Ball VIENNA, Austria -- She could have danced all night.
Widening project reduced
The change in plans will save about 400 million. YOUNGSTOWN -- The state Transportation Review
"Reba" (7 p.m., CW): After Van's attempt to fix up the house goes up in smoke, Reba takes the Montgomerys back into her home, where they reminisce about the past six crazy years.
"Reba" (7 p.m., CW): After Van's attempt to fix up the house goes up in smoke, Reba takes the
Storm cleanup continues
Storm cleanup continues ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- The last of hundreds of stranded motorists were freed
Go to Vindy.com for an audio slide show by Vindicator staff photographer William D. Lewis.
Go to Vindy.com for an audio slide show by Vindicator staff photographer William D. Lewis.
Harding rejects Ursuline
The Raiders are guaranteed a share of the SVC title and have one game remaining against Chaney. By
The Vindicator
The Vindicator COLLATERAL DAMAGE: When road crews clear the streets of snow, mailboxes often get
Lesson in U.S. history
The display includes a rare 1776 printing of the Declaration of Independence. BOARDMAN -- A
Board to rethink plans
The board said Saturday that it definitely won't go back on the ballot in May. By HAROLD GWIN
Teen tries everything to shake case of hiccups
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- For more than three weeks, despite medical tests and home remedies, a
At wireless show, navigation, speech recognition pop up
A phone that offers Breathalyzer results? Believe it. BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -- From a cell phone
School board meeting
School board meeting The Boardman school board will meet at 4 p.m. todayin the board office in
Front-runner puts emphasis on trying to end war in Iraq
Democrats' majority in the Senate is slim, Clinton said. DOVER, N.H. (AP) -- Democratic
At GM, design takes the spotlight
The man mainly responsible for the turnaround is said to have 'a magic touch.' CHICAGO TRIBUNE
MEN'S SCORES EAST
MEN'S SCORES EAST Alderson-Broaddus 88, West Liberty 83, OT Allegheny 62, Wittenberg 57
& lt;B & gt;ALTIER, & lt;/B & gt; Stacey Lynn, 21, of Boardman;
& lt;B & gt;ALTIER, & lt;/B & gt; Stacey Lynn, 21, of Boardman; calling hours
Enhanced Web site brings together people, information
The social networking element is a big part of the redesigned United Methodist Web site. By LINDA
This invention carries weight
The product helps truck drivers shift the weight of their loads with ease. By DON SHILLING
Lawsuits filed over salmonella illness
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- A couple sued ConAgra Foods Inc. on Friday over a salmonella outbreak linked to
Both vulnerable. West deals.
Both vulnerable. West deals. NORTH J 5 K 9 3 2 K 10 2 A 8 6 5 WEST EAST 10 6 3 2
WOMEN'S TOP 25 \ Friday's game
N.C. State 72, No. 2 North Carolina 65 RALEIGH, N.C. -- Keisha Brown scored 16 points and North
Expressionist painter's works are set to dance
By STEPHANIE UJHELYI VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT ALMOST 30 YEARS AGO WHEN DIRECtor Paul Mazursky
Canfield, Howland clinch
Harding, Columbiana and Lowellville cruised to victory. POLAND -- Kate Popovec scored eight of her
if you go
IF YOU GO What: YSU Theater's "Hamlet." When: 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and March 2-3;
Oakhill lien holder sues county, state offices, bank
The lien was one of several against Oakhill. YOUNGSTOWN -- The holder of a mechanic's lien against
Old enemies are resurfacing
LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON -- Old enemies of Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton are out in force. Just
Officers to assume official duties at library
AUSTINTOWN -- Recently elected officers will preside when the Friends of Austintown Library meet at
'Gerald R. Ford'
Biography conveys the decency of our 38th president By MARTA SALIJ DETROIT FREE PRESS A new
Revelers pack streets at start of Mardi Gras
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Carnival revelers streamed into the city Saturday -- and Mardi Gras organizers
Mother-daughter murder draws attention from BBC
Using DNA evidence in criminal cases will be around for a while, one scientist predicted. By ED
Poland's Pearce all alone on the mats
He's the only member of the Bulldogs' team and won his first bout Friday. BY ERIC HAMILTON
'Celebration' is coming to Cleveland
The exhibit, through nine galleries, tells the story of the popular woman. By JOHN BENSON
Salem graduate leads Division II in 3-pointers
Boardman's Renee Farina has some advice for young players who want to become accurate 3-point-goal
By SUSAN DUNNE
By SUSAN DUNNE HARTFORD COURANT "Bambi vs. Godzilla: On the Nature, Purpose and Practice of the
Phantoms record ninth win in row, edge Ice Diggers
Dustin Cloutier and Robert Harrison led Mahoning Valley to a 3-2 win. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
Robert Maiorano of Warren and Jennifer Gaydosh of Warren have joined Hill, Barth & amp;
Robert Maiorano of Warren and Jennifer Gaydosh of Warren have joined Hill, Barth & amp; King as
Scores of mailboxes take a beating from snowplows
Most jurisdictions say they'll replace mailboxes destroyed by snowplows. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT
Revenue squeeze isn't new, officials suggest
Commissioners said they are used to tight budgets. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Road closing for bridge
Road closing for bridge NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- River Road between Jacobson Road and Hillsville Road in
Mickelson, Harrington tied for Nissan lead
They both were 11-under-par at 131, three shots ahead of Charles Howell. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Phil
Man gets a kidney and son finds a wife
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Derek Rainier never thought he'd get a lifesaving kidney transplant and a new
Grand Lodge schedules initiation ceremony
Western Star Lodge has been instrumental in development of this area. STEUBENVILLE -- Western
Report: GM in talks to buy Chrysler Group
Analysts question the advantage to a GM-Chrysler merger. DETROIT (AP) -- U.S. shares of
Predictions: Year of Pig to bring disasters, unrest
Pig years are dominated by fire and water, a feng shui master says. HONG KONG (AP) -- Today marks
Scandal mars Daytona buzz
Organizers wanted intense media focus, but not this kind. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The Daytona
Canfield rallies to spill Poland
The Cardinals overcame a 10-point deficit to retain sole possession of first place in the MAC. By
Blue Jackets shut out Sharks, 3-0
Goalie Fredrik Norrena stopped 29 shots to lead the Columbus win. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Three Columbus
Bush should crack down on tax evasion
Opinion: By STEVE WAMHOFF CITIZENS FOR TAX JUSTICE Ever since the November election, the Bush
PROMOTIONS
PROMOTIONS Officer Candidate School Army 2nd Lt. Shannon D. Walls was promoted to his present
As braiding's popularity grows, rules cause a snag
Some are opposed to state licensing requirements. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Officials eye other sites for emergency center
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County officials are looking at establishing alternate sites to
PGA-NISSAN OPEN
PGA-NISSAN OPEN Friday At Riviera Country Club Los Angeles Purse: 5.2 million Yardage:
Kiss makes impression that's hard to erase
Dear Annie: I've been married for 10 years and have two young children. This past summer, at a party
'Hamlet' offers an opportunity to learn
The play is set in modern times. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER YOUNGSTOWN
Kelly Ann Herb, Garett Gaydosh are engaged
CONNEAUT -- Mr. and Mrs. Charles Herb of Conneaut are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Congress won't address tough tax issues
Opinion: By DAVID NICKLAUS ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH This year, Congress' procrastinating ways will be all
"Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2007" (11 p.m., TNT): If the cold weather has you down, it might be time to heat things up under the sun with "Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2007." It's a fun behind-the-
"Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2007" (11 p.m., TNT): If the cold weather has you down, it might be
N. Castle's first playoff game is 63-37 blowout
The Hurricanes (24-1) will face the winner of today's Shaler-Hempfield game. By BILL ALBRIGHT
In a tech-savvy world, God's word is mobile
One girl is concerned that the emphasis is more on entertainment than evangelism. By MICHELLE
Ring, buzz, beep, jangle
Silence or soothing sounds can help you relax. By MARY ELLEN PELLEGRINI VINDICATOR
FRIDAY'S RESULTS
FRIDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Wilson 52, Chaney 46 Warren Harding 55,
Panthers padlocked, left in cold
Status of the Eastern Indoor Football League season is unclear. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR
5-day series to address Iranian-U.S. conflicts
One day of the series will be devoted to Muslim women. AKRON -- "Understanding Iranian-U.S.
NEWS SHOWS Sunday guests
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt
Exhibit displays Civil War-era political cartoons
WARREN -- Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. N.W., is hosting a traveling
Hoopes pulls off upset in sectional
West Branch trailed Akron Kenmore in the standings after the first day. By ERIC HAMILTON
Company helps boost confidence of blind workers
A company with a mostly blind work force competes for contracts. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL
Likely city manager discusses past
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NEWTON FALLS -- The man selected to become the next
Takedown serves to inspire Spartans' Anthony Wills
Eleven Boardman wrestlers advanced to next week's district meet. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR
COUNTERACTING THE EFFECTS OF NOISE
COUNTERACTING THE EFFECTS OF NOISE To free yourself, at least temporarily, from the charged
Brookfield finishes third in sectional
Tristan Thompson and Dan Miller were among the Warriors winning titles. ROOTSTOWN -- Tristan
'Raptor Force' swoops down on 'Nature'
MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS Fascination with flight, every sort of flight, from helicopters and jets to
MINIPAGE ACTIVITIES MEET MANY STATE AND NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS. THIS WEEK'S STANDARDS: MARKETS EXIST WHEN BUYERS AND SELLERS INTERACT. (MARKETS, PRICE AND QUANTITY DETERMINATION) MONEY MAKES
MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:
Donor gives money for uniforms
YOUNGSTOWN -- Helen Stambaugh said she's always loved watching the Youngstown State University
Home construction drops by 14.3% in January
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Housing construction plunged to the lowest level in nearly a decade last month as
Electrical problem thought to be cause of fire
HANOVERTON -- An electrical problem is believed to be the cause of a fire that destroyed the mobile
Lincoln's ability to persevere over extreme obstacles is an inspiration
Opinion: EDITOR: As we approach Presidents' Day, I am reminded that Lincoln suffered from depression most
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Clarence W. Fox Jr., 35, of 2268 Grandview Road, Lake Milton,
Richardson has 20 points as Red Devils win
CAMPBELL -- Jermaine Richardson scored 20 points as the Campbell Memorial High basketball team
Science Fair winners
Science Fair winners Emmalee Wince and Katie Libb recently were named winners in the South Range
Foreign priests fill need in U.S. parishes
NORTH TROY, Vt. (AP) -- For the last eight months, the Rev. Henry Mlinganisa has been getting a
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Toronto2924.547--8-2W-219-710-
Bipartisanship essential to solve school funding
Editorial: An Ohio General Assembly analysis of a proposed constitutional amendment to address the inequities
Bargain hunting is made easy for consumers by free service
SheFinds.com serves as a guide to shopping for deals on the Web. NEW YORK (PRNewswire) -- Forget
Vindicator file photo
Opinion: Vindicator file photo SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO -PLUS: This photo of "puddlers of old No. 3 Brown
Penguins play well, but Milwaukee gets win
Monique Godfrey scored 21 points to lead four YSU players in double figures. By PETE MOLLICA
New charge added in child-beating case
Authorities added the attempted murder charge after learning the extent of the boy's injuries. By
AGENDA MONDAY 2/19
Agenda Monday Wilmington Area School Board, 7:30 p.m., middle school library. Milton Township
Zetia can cause joint, muscle pain
Q. I have been taking Zetia for four months with dramatic results. My cholesterol count dropped from
Rural poor welcome proposed increase
The House and Senate have passed separate measures. CHERAW, S.C. (AP) -- Louise McQueen has
The Butler has acquired a masterpiece by an American icon -- Norman Rockwell
VINDICATOR EXCLUSIVE Reprinted from The Vindicator, Jan. 28, 2007 The Lincoln painting,
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-DAYTONA 500
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-DAYTONA 500 After Thursday qualifying; race Sunday At Daytona International
Ruutu scores two goals in 5-4 win over Devils
Goalie Marc-Andre Fleury was sharp in the final seconds when the Devils used an extra attacker.
Spartans advance in two events
Canfield's Garrett Trebilcock earned an automatic berth in the 200 IM. CLEVELAND -- Boardman's
Dimes ambassador to visit
Dimes ambassador to visit LIBERTY -- The March of Dimes 2007 National Ambassador Child, Ezekiel
Business news digest
REGION Ad Club program LIBERTY -- The Ad Club will hold a program called "Killing Your Brand
BEST-SELLERS
BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly For the week ending Feb. 10: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Step on a
Alleged cult members detained
LOS ANGELES TIMES BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Iraqi forces early Friday rounded up 38 alleged members of a
Corporate America sporting about pay
Opinion: By SILVIO LACCETTI and SCOTT MOLSKI MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE Excessive CEO compensation packages have
Essay about cardinal just shows ignorance
When Newsweek arrives each week, one of the first sections I turn to is "My Turn," a personal essay
THE RESOLUTION
Text of the Democratic resolution expressing disapproval of President Bush's troop increase in Iraq:
Today is Saturday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2007. There are 317 days left in the year. On this date in 1801, the House of Representatives breaks an electoral tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron
Opinion: Today is Saturday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2007. There are 317 days left in the year. On this date
USTA-FREEMAN CHALLENGER
USTA-FREEMAN CHALLENGER Saturday At Millennium Tennis and Fitness Club Joplin, Mo. Purse:
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& lt;B & gt;ANDRJWSKI, & lt;/B & gt; Vera J., 91, of Austintown; calling hours
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Mooney 67, Youngstown Christian 47 Massillon Jackson 72, Fitch 66
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Babe became the latest victim of the serial killer. At first JR didn't believe
Trial delays anger judge
The prosecutor and judge had exchanged caustic correspondence. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Grand Valley growers plan Ice Wine Festival
Grand Valley growers plan Ice Wine Festival MADISON -- The Winegrowers of the Grand River Valley
births
BIRTHS Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Jennifer and Paul Burgoyne, Poland, boy,
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Gregory Maglis and Michelle Ruscitti-Maglis, Mineral Ridge,
Catholicism's growth areas
Catholics in the urban Northeast are getting used to the headlines. Parishioners in East Harlem
Operation Jumpstart proves successful with border patrols
Experts are encouraged by the statistics resulting from the patrols. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
FRIDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES
FRIDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST Brown 70, Harvard 66 Cornell 57, Princeton 50 Penn 73,
THURSDAY'S LATE NBA SUMMARY
THURSDAY'S LATE NBA SUMMARY CAVALIERS 114, LAKERS 108 CLEVELAND (114) -- James 10-16 18-22 38,
NASCAR NOTEBOOK Daytona roundup
Harvick wins Busch race, Blaney second: Kevin Harvick, who ran away with the 2006 NASCAR Busch
'Supreme Conflict'
How presidents tried to influence decisions through their appointments. By GINA BARTON
Titans top Bison to gain No. 1 seed
Westminster beat Bethany, 102-90, conference's regular season finale. By JOHN BASSETTI
ELUSIVE VICTORY
Elusive victory Two-time NASCAR champion Tony Stewart is 0-8 in the race that every driver wants,
'Ghost Rider' lacks meat but still has lots of cheese
You'll find yourself amused at certain parts of the movie, but they weren't meant to be. By ROGER
KINDERGARTEN Registration
Schools are registering children for kindergarten for the 2007-08 school year. In most cases,
Duzzny is guest on Sunday show
YOUNGSTOWN -- Walter Duzzny, executive director of the Mahoning County Emergency Management Agency,
Organization seeks literacy volunteers
YOUNGSTOWN -- Project Opportunity, sponsored by the Youngstown City Schools Adult Basic and Literacy
Bush's claim about budget is bogus
Opinion: All federal budgets contain a certain amount of fiscal fiction, and the Bush administration's
WESTMINSTER REIGNS IN PAC
Westminster reigns in PAC Westminster earned the No. 1 seed for the Presidents' Athletic
55-PLUS MINERAL RIDGE
55-PLUS MINERAL RIDGE A meeting of the 55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will be held at 12:30 p.m.
SteelHounds make quick work of Wichita Thunder
Youngstown jumped out to a 4-0 first period lead and rolled to a 5-1 win. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Sweet Edith (Wengerd)14.005.603.60 Mom's Prize (Sugg)2.802.80
After 4 seasons, 'O.C.' wraps up
The creator of the series says he's proud of the run the show had. By LYNN ELBER AP TELEVISION
Local woman hit by Peanut Butter Strain
The county health department became aware of the salmonella patient Jan. 16. By TIM YOVICH
In N. Dakota, more than 8,900 try to reclaim snow-angel title
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) -- Among the thousands of people frantically flapping in the snow Saturday in an
Parole board: Execution should proceed
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Ohio Parole Board on Friday recommended against clemency for a death row inmate
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA New Jersey3517676158140
Campbell keeps pace in MAC race
East Palestine closed out ITCL play with an easy win over Mineral Ridge. NILES -- Travis Martin
Crash kills two in Knox Township
Crash kills two in Knox Township LISBON -- The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a crash
Today is Sunday, Feb. 18, the 49th day of 2007. There are 316 days left in the year. This is the Chinese New Year. On this date in 1885, Mark Twain's "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" is published in
Today is Sunday, Feb. 18, the 49th day of 2007. There are 316 days left in the year. This is the
20 stops made as crackdown continues
YOUNGSTOWN -- City police made 20 stops as part of the mayor's zero-tolerance Saturation
Fire kills woman, 6 children, destroys home
The bodies of the fire victims are being autopsied today, authorities said. WAYNESBURG, Pa. (AP)
YSU men muster win in 'Buster'
Quin Humphrey scored 16 points in the second half of the 66-61 victory. By PETE MOLLICA
Woman creates site for boomers
She said there wasn't much on the Internet to bring middle-aged women together. By KORKY VANN
Be ready for emergencies before you venture onto ice
OK, so many of us thought we might coast through this winter and emerge in another few weeks to
Mediator agrees with union's pay-raise proposal
By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Now that an arbitrator has resolved the issue
SELECTED STOCKS
AUSTINTOWN -- Tracey D'Astolfo has completed the Allstate certified professional representative
AT FINGERTIPS New ministry medium
Cell phones are becoming a new medium for ministry. Companies that offer faith-based content to
Healthy naps
Opinion: Washington Post: Napping at work can help prevent heart disease. At least, that's the tentative
Officials seek owner of injured black dog
LIBERTY -- The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County is trying to locate the owner of a dog that
Thiel College honors Sen. Robbins, wife
Robbins helped Thiel secure more than 1 million in program funding this year. GREENVILLE, Pa. --
Children's story time
Children's story time BOARDMAN -- Ms. Laura will read, play music and conduct other creative
Gourmet chocolatier satisfies an appetite
Sales of gourmet chocolate are expanding rapidly. BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) -- Americans' love of
'03 grad named to academic team
Sean Genis will go to Oxford University this fall as a Rhodes Scholar. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Bomb blasts kill 11, injure 65
Eight insurgents were killed after they ambushed a U.S. patrol. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A twin
CLOTHES CALL Suggestions for Streep
In keeping with Meryl Streep's portrayal of powerful fashion editor Miranda Priestley, stylists
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-DAYTONA 500 LINEUP
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Candidate: A black can win
Half of South Carolina's primary voters are black. ORANGEBURG, S.C. (AP) -- White House hopeful
Meaningless money-maker: Tough to get All-Star tickets
The Las Vegas event has the feel of a big fight. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Even a city that spares no
Convicted rapist awaits sentencing
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Niles man, who has been in Mahoning County jail for more than 22 months, will be
For students, e-mail is best way to stay in touch
Cell phone use can be expensive for those studying abroad. CHESTER, Pa. -- Despite the rise in
'Presidential Humor'
By RON BERTHEL ASSOCIATED PRESS The leader of the free world -- aka the president of the United
Court orders trial in case versus Sherwin-Williams
Lead paint can be found in some older homes and rundown housing. JACKSON, Miss. (AP) -- The
PAINTINGS The art of dance
List of paintings by Paul Jenkins to be interpreted by Ballet Western Reserve in the Evening of
BLACK HISTORY Events
Here are the remaining events at Youngstown State University and Mount Union College, Alliance.
OHIO
OHIO Friday 2/16 Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-8-9 Pick 4, 4-2-4-9 Rolling Cash 5, 5-6-8-15-16 Mega
18-year-old man is indicted in robbery of drugstore
Drugs and cash were taken in the pharmacy robbery. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Mahoning County grand jury has
School facilities commission to review programs, funding
The commission's report will include recommendations for improvement. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR
Teen Viglio shows it's all in the family
If your grandmother is a member of the Youngstown Women's Bowling Association Hall of Fame, what are
WEDNESDAY'S GAMES
WEDNESDAY'S GAMES Indiana 114, Memphis 104 Orlando 103, Portland 91 Toronto 120, New Jersey
Pumpkin seminar draws from far and wide
Pumpkin growing is considered serious business in this part of the country. By AMANDA C. DAVIS
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY Sunrise Chapter 458, OES, will hold a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Girard Masonic
Fitch trails Kenston in Division I tourney
Boardman was third, two points behind after the first day's action. AUSTINTOWN -- Kenston High
Merchants, challengers showcase new corks
Alternatives to natural cork have nearly half the wine closure market. SACRAMENTO BEE It used to
City to fight motion to dismiss appeal of EPA landfill ruling
A response to an attorney general's office motion will be filed next week. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Spears shaves head
Spears shaves head LOS ANGELES -- Britney Spears appeared in a tattoo parlor in the San Fernando
Associated Press
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Bills address issue of eminent domain
Grendell's bill would establish uniform standards for eminent domain. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR
AGENDA SUNDAY 2/18
Agenda Sunday Mahoning County commissioners, first of two sales tax meetings, 1 p.m., county
AUXILIARIES
AUXILIARIES Edith Lowden will preside at a meeting of the Eighth District VFW Auxiliary on March
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Heather Hoperich, 1137 Hampton Place, Salem, v. Robert
BASEBALL
BASEBALL BB Rooners -- has a roster opening. Call (330) 402-7264. Coast to Coast -- is forming
What makes YSU unique?
Opinion: The above question was prompted by a conversation Congressman Tim Ryan, Democrat from Niles, had
Contract talks set to begin
Jim Kaster, president of UAW Local 1714, is leaving for a job in Columbus. By DON SHILLING