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Canfield man charged in teen's shooting death
YOUNGSTOWN — A Canfield man turned himself in to police this evening, saying he accidentally
Wheatland Tube lays off 85 hourly, salaried workers
WHEATLAND, Pa. — Several dozen workers at Wheatland Tube Co. have been told they would will be
Father accused of freezing toddler to death
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A man accused of leaving his young daughter outside in the freezing cold to
Children's museum names officers
YOUNGSTOWN — The board of trustees of the Children’s Museum of the Valley has named a
Comfort, crumpets offered at Tuff Times Tea
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP — Pleasant Valley Church, 2055 Pleasant Valley Road, off Tibbets-Wick Road,
Mayor expresses concerns in letter
YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay Williams said a high-stakes game of “chicken” is being
Ex-court worker appeals theft-in-office conviction
WARREN — A former Warren Municipal Court employee convicted of stealing money from the court
Officials to advertise for bridge-project bids
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County commissioners have voted to advertise for bids for rehabilitation
Trumbull candidates list culled
WARREN — Two people who filed to run in the May 8 primary election won’t be candidates
First Night board needs participants
YOUNGSTOWN — The board of directors of First Night Youngstown Inc., a family-oriented,
RTI will continue to invest in its plants
WEATHERSFIELD — RTI International Metals will continue to invest in its plants to take
Reward fund created for missing woman information
FARRELL, Pa. — A fund has been set up at First National Bank for anyone wanting to contribute
Officials discuss cooperative effort
YOUNGSTOWN — Getting everyone working toward the same goals seems like a simple enough
Youngstown man shot in stomach
YOUNGSTOWN — A man shot in the abdomen at 88 Haseltine Ave. on the East Side was taken to St.
Local traffic only for North Road site
HOWLAND — Though some people might not realize it, the North Road area undergoing massive
Yesterday's 911 call released to Vindy.com
The Youngstown 911 call center released this recording of the initial call about the shooting on
A call for regionalization
VIENNA —  A group of area business leaders is considering a push for combining school
Mahoning jail deal now goes to federal judges
YOUNGSTOWN — An agreement between the city and Mahoning County over boarding misdemeanor
Smoke detector alerts man to fire
NILES – A renter escaped injury early Friday when a smoke detector alerted him to a basement
Man slain a day after 43rd birthday
YOUNGSTOWN — Richard D. Helms had only a day to celebrate his 43rd birthday before being shot
Free screening of film on dissent and free speech
YOUNGSTOWN — The American Civil Liberties Union of Ohio is screening “The ACLU Freedom
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Thursday's games
WOMEN No. 2 Tennessee 75, Arkansas 68, OT FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- Candace Parker scored 29 points
Dean Foods to refuse milk from cloned cows
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The nation's biggest milk company, Dean Foods, said Thursday it will refuse milk
Upgrade drug, medical device safety
Opinion: By KEVIN A. SCHULMAN BALTIMORE SUN Like a growing number of aging baby boomers, I recently had
Today is Friday, Feb. 23, the 54th day of 2007. There are 311 days left in the year. On this date in 1945, during World War II, U.S. Marines on Iwo Jima capture Mount Suribachi, where they raise the
Opinion: Today is Friday, Feb. 23, the 54th day of 2007. There are 311 days left in the year. On this date in
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB
Is there room for extreme bloggers?
Opinion: BOSTON -- I suppose you could describe these two women as cybertrailblazers. But their cybertrails,
Titanium group has substantial profits
Large sales and earnings increases are expected for 2007. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS
Restoring credibility
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Robin Pemberton stepped out of the spotlight when he gave up a successful
Chimps observed making weapons
Female chimps were usually the ones making and using the spears. WASHINGTON POST Chimpanzees
Denny's PBA Tour-Bayer Classic
Denny's PBA Tour-Bayer Classic At Parkersburg, W.Va. Round of 64 (14-game pinfall totals) 1,
Business News Digest
REGION Dealership expects to return to business LISBON -- Rick Quinn, owner of Quinn Chevrolet
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications and has issued new permits.
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA Feb. 23 1938 -- Joe Louis knocks out Nathan Mann in
Pension fund shows 13.81% rate of return
MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County's pension fund had a 13.81 percent rate of return in 2006, Mercer
Attacks using chlorine reveal chemical threat
Producing fear may be all that insurgents can hope for, experts said. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- When
Britney's ex cancels court date
No explanation was given for the cancellation. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- An appearance in family court
Murder charge filed against suspect at center of standoff
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A colossal catch for fishermen
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) -- A New Zealand fishing crew has caught an adult colossal squid, a sea
Parents become interfering grandparents
Dear Annie: I am in my early 20s and married to a great guy, and we have a beautiful son. The
Smith to be buried in the Bahamas
Her mother plans to file an appeal, a lawyer said. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- Pending an
Humphrey's 35 leads YSU past Wright St. 72-57
The Penguins presented coach Jerry Slocum with his 600th career victory. By PETE MOLLICA
Penguins score 2-1 win in OT
Colby Armstrong's goal at 2:39 of overtime lifted Pittsburgh past Florida. SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) --
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Brittany Crish, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 22.
BOYS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA REGULAR SEASON
BOYS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA REGULAR SEASON Canfield 59, Campbell 50 Sebring 55,
BASEBALL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Red Sox: Curt Schilling is headed for free agency, Daisuke Matsuzaka is on a rigorous regimen and
Unexpected album takes on concept
One song on the album was completely done but ended up being reworked. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
northfield results
NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 10th--Singapore Gambler11.604.603.60 Snows Bangert Boy
Judge blocks woman from Jackson settlement
Judge blocks woman from Jackson settlement LOS ANGELES -- A British woman who claims she is the
Only one race and Chase in high gear
The first three winners under the Chase format all had major trouble at Daytona. By REID SPENCER
States look at ways to track scrap sales
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The thieves weren't interested in the collection boxes or the computer equipment
men's basketball
MEN'S BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES EAST Albany, N.Y. 66, Stony Brook 46 Alderson-Broaddus
Lisbon eliminates Irish; Blue Devils riding high
Ursuline's Danielle Crafter had a game-high 21 points and 22 rebounds in the 47-44 loss. By CHUCK
IAEA: Iran is defying council
An Iranian official ruled out suspending enrichment. VIENNA, Austria (AP) -- Iran has ignored a
NASCAR could be a catalyst for ethanol
NASCAR officials are being lobbied to consider a switch from gasoline to ethanol. DAYTONA BEACH,
Ruling kills Mittal's interest in selling Weirton mill
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) -- A deal to sell the Weirton division of Mittal Steel Co. to Illinois-based
Canfield holds off Lake to advance to Div. I district
Bryanne Halfhill scored 20 points in the Cardinals' 56-45 victory. ALLIANCE -- Bryanne Halfhill
County commissioners choose realistic tax renewal
Editorial: It is time for Mahoning County to have at least half of its sales tax revenue approved by the voters
Legislators question road project funding
The finance committee will review four budgets at the end of June. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR
IRAQ \ Developments
The latest developments in the Iraq war: He's the redheaded son of the late Diana, Princess of
Cavaliers unable to extend streak
Chicago won at Quicken Loans Arena for the first time in seven games. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Luol Deng
Full funding of BRAC is congressman's priority
Opinion: Full funding of BRAC is congressman's priority EDITOR: I am writing in response to your
Jones' two free throws help Brookfield top South Range
The Warriors outlasted the Raiders, 37-34, to advance against Lisbon. BY ERIC HAMILTON
'Amazing Grace' gives hymn place in history
William Wilberforce, an evangelical British parliamentarian, fought to end the slave trade. By
Poland's Weigel 10th at state diving meet
CANTON -- Poland High's Sarah Weigel placed 10th in the Division II state diving competition
Workers approve a 3-year wage deal
Harley workers agree to a lower wage for new hires. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Unionized workers at
'AMAZING GRACE'
'AMAZING GRACE' Grade: B Director: Michael Apted Running time: 1 hour 50 minutes Rating: PG for
the scoop
the scoop the grammy boost And the Grammy winner is ... the music industry. The CBS broadcast
SALMONELLA CONFIRMED IN JARS OF PEANUT BUTTER
Salmonella confirmed in jars of peanut butter OMAHA, Neb. -- Testing of opened peanut butter jars
Lisko pays price for link to Terry
Steve Lisko regrets having leased the Thunder Dome to Jim Terry and the EIFL. By JOHN KOVACH
The Wildcats spilled the Cardinals, 53-42, while Rayen rolled past Poland, 70-41.
The Wildcats spilled the Cardinals, 53-42, while Rayen rolled past Poland, 70-41. By TOM WILLIAMS
Eds: Will be UPDATED
Eds: Will be UPDATED PBA Bayer Classic Standings By The Associated Press Thursday At Emerson
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if you go
IF YOU GO Who: My Chemical Romance. When: 7 p.m. Monday. Where: Wolstein Center at CSU, 2000
Stock Listing of Local Interest
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 23.26 --.31 Avalon Holdings,7.91--.01 Clear
ROUNDUP Thursday's other games
Oilers 4, Blue Jackets 0 COLUMBUS -- Dwayne Roloson made 28 saves for his 22nd career shutout, and
Hickory loses to Fort LeBoeuf in district event
Grove City beat Meadville 40-39 in the other District 10 contest. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR
ON THE TRACKS \ This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Auto Club 500 Fontana, Calif. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 5:30
Grove City ousts Titans in PAC tourney semifinal
The Wolverines will play W & amp;J in the PAC championship game Saturday. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Bernard C. Barnes Jr., balance of sentence suspended, court
Terrorism statistics skewed
Opinion: Scripps Howard News Service: The Justice Department's post-9/11 statistics on terrorism cases have
"The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet" (9 a.m., WKBN-TV 27): The hosts of this morning magazine discuss highlights of Thursday's "American Idol" episode, get a visit from the Busch Gardens mobile zoo
"The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet" (9 a.m., WKBN-TV 27): The hosts of this morning magazine
Ohio State seals Big Ten title tie
The No. 5 Buckeyes clinched their third straight league crown. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Jessica Davenport
Tribe hopes to learn from mistakes, rebound
An Indians' comeback will be tough to accomplish in such a strong division. WINTER HAVEN, Fla.
THURSDAY'S NHL SUMMARIES
THURSDAY'S NHL SUMMARIES PENGUINS 2, PANTHERS 1 Pittsburgh1001--2 Florida0100--1 First
New Music Society program premieres work by Rollin
Music fans would do themselves a favor by seeing the performance. By JERRY STEPHENS VINDICATOR
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 10 -- x-Budweiser Shootout, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Tony Stewart)
Study: Taking multivitamins reduces kids' risk for cancer
TORONTO GLOBE AND MAIL Women who take a daily multivitamin before and during pregnancy sharply
ROUNDUP Thursday's other game
Wizards 109, Kings 106 WASHINGTON -- Gilbert Arenas scored 30 of his 43 points in the first half,
SMALL CARS| Rankings
SMALL CARS| Rankings Consumer Reports' ranking of small cars with automatic transmissions, with
INSIDE \ MORE PREPS
INSIDE \ More preps Ursuline's six-year reign in the Division III tournament was ended by Lisbon.
RMK Championships & amp; the Cellular
RMK CHAMPIONSHIPS & amp; THE CELLULAR SOUTH CUP At Memphis, Tenn. Surface: Hard-Indoor
"I know of nobody in Washington that is planning military action on Iran. Iran is not Iraq. There is, as far as I know, no planning going on to make an attack on Iran and people are pursuing a
Opinion: "I know of nobody in Washington that is planning military action on Iran. Iran is not Iraq. There
Lineman confident he'll be found on draft day
The offensive tackle from Wisconsin thinks he can make an immediate impact. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --
Single mom closer to dream
LaKisha Jones grew up singing in the church, her grandmother said. DETROIT (AP) -- As a tear
CAVS FALL TO CHICAGO
Cavs fall to Chicago Ben Wallace made his free throws, the Cavaliers missed most of theirs and the
Match Play Results
MATCH PLAY RESULTS At Marana, Ariz. Purse: 8 million Seeds in Parentheses Ian Poulter (28)
Try a little humility
Opinion: I'm guessing I watch "American Idol" for the same reason many do: for the bad singers. It's