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Sex charges against former teacher may be dropped
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains has asked for dismissal of six counts of
Old-school Saliva
NILES — Never let it be said that Saliva is afraid of change. The hard-rock band from
Watch for I-80 delays Tuesday and Wednesday
AUSTINTOWN -- Motorists should watch for delays on Interstate 80 over the Meander Creek Reservoir
Another charged in Randolph Street homicide
YOUNGSTOWN — Another suspect has been charged in the shooting death of a man found inside a
Police knew of problems at Bazetta house
BAZETTA — Police say they are familiar with the domestic disputes a mother has been having
Delphi wants bigger pay cuts
Delphi Corp. has proposed an even bigger pay cut for its workers, a union official said. Delphi
19-year-old charged in shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — The 19-year-old   man charged in the shooting death of Travis Garcia of
Postage increase recommended
WASHINGTON (AP) — A postal regulatory commission recommended a 2-cent increase in the cost of
Race forces Sunday road closings
YOUNGSTOWN — All roads in Mill Creek Park running north to south from Slippery Rock Bridge to
Kenseth captures 15th Nextel Cup win
It was his second straight victory in the Auto Club 500 race. By REID SPENCER SPORTING NEWS
WOMEN'S TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Sunday's games
No. 1 Duke 67, No. 4 North Carolina 62 DURHAM, N.C. -- Alison Bales had 16 points and 12 rebounds,
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES L.A. Clippers 103, Golden State 90 Toronto 93, Charlotte 76 San Antonio 102,
Law to redirect utilities' methods
Youngstown's Rep. Bob Hagan is to introduce a bill this year. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Advocates for
1 in 6 on public assistance
Few of the former cash recipients have become self-sufficient. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The welfare
NASCAR ROUNDUP \ News and notes
What debris? Jimmie Johnson held a lead of more than two seconds over Matt Kenseth -- and growing --
SUNDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES
SUNDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST Albany, N.Y. 73, Boston U. 63 Clarion 76, Slippery Rock
Maryland upends Tar Heels, 89-87
The Terrapins rallied from a 12-point second half deficit. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLLEGE PARK, Md. --
InfoCision asking for tax credits to expand
The plan calls for about 150 new jobs at the company's call centers in Austintown and Boardman.
UAW needs to understand corporations
Opinion: By WARREN BROWN WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Corporations are not eleemosynary institutions.
Primaries could spoil Mardi Gras next year
Opinion: Mardi Gras falls next year on Feb. 5. And the bacchanalian holiday called "Fat Tuesday" may produce
Panthers' co-owner will take his team and play somewhere else
John Galbraith said he will look elsewhere for another league affiliation. By JOHN KOVACH
Bazetta mom accused of driving over son twice
Bazetta mom accused of driving over son twice BAZETTA -- A Bazetta Township woman is in police
Soldier dies after twin orders tube removed
His son was born a few months after he was wounded. DAYTON (AP) -- A soldier shot in the head
Designer deer auctioned off to breeders and hunters
The deer are genetically engineered to have antlers with a high score. BOSTON HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP)
Man accused of stealing beer in center suite
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Hubbard man was arrested by city police Saturday night after patrons complained
AGENDA TUESDAY 2/27SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP CRIME WATCH, 7 P.M., 3475 E. SOUTH RANGE ROAD. KIM SULLIVAN, A JUDICIAL ADVOCATE FROM SOJOURNER HOUSE, IS GUEST SPEAKER.
Agenda Tuesday Springfield Township Crime Watch, 7 p.m., 3475 E. South Range Road. Kim Sullivan, a
"My Life As a Child" (7 p.m., TLC): For this six-part documentary series, producers provided 20 kids
"My Life As a Child" (7 p.m., TLC): For this six-part documentary series, producers provided 20 kids
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Dynawan (Pereira)5.203.202.60 Canufeelem (Barria)17.2012.20
Buckeyes top Badgers to win title
No. 2 Ohio State edged No. 1 Wisconsin in the final seconds, 49-48. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Mike Conley
Officer says care is good
Nearly 3,000 Iraq war veterans are receiving care in the Cleveland and Butler, Pa., VA regions. By
Bush administration failing to heal soldiers
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- A day at Walter Reed Army Medical Center is an eye-opener -- about our soldiers, our
Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold:
Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: A Q J 7 6 J 9 A J 8 K Q 6 The bidding has proceeded:
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Toronto3125.554--8-2W-220-811-
MVSD should hold hearings before drilling deal is signed
Opinion: Gambling the crown jewels on the chance to win a few dollars is not a prudent bet, even if there is
Mind the mogul
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: There are two things to be said about the first major intramural spat of the 2008
Here's an easy way to discontinue unwanted mail
Dear Heloise: In response to the Sound Off about receiving too many mail-order catalogs and
Ian keeps room in his heart for his ex
Dear Annie: I am attracted to a friend and am unsure if I should tell him, or how. I always find
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-AUTO CLUB 500
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-AUTO CLUB 500 Sunday At California Speedway Fontana, Calif. Lap length:
East Coast is next in path of winter storm
DETROIT (AP) -- The remnants of a huge winter storm plowed toward the East Coast on Sunday after
A few surprises in the mix of winners
Alan Arkin got emotional in accepting his trophy. ORLANDO SENTINEL Maybe it wasn't so cut and
The big problem is that his Hitmen are the only team left in the league.
The big problem is that his Hitmen are the only team left in the league. By JOHN KOVACH
WINNERS LIST
Partial list of winners at the 79th annual Academy Awards, presented Sunday night at the Kodak
HOW SHE SEES IT Risks and reward of computers for our kids
Opinion: By DOROTHY RICH MCCLATCHEY TRIBUNE Should we want a laptop in every kid's lap? Is that the magic
Ninety-three percent of managers polled said a person's style of dress at work significantly
Ninety-three percent of managers polled said a person's style of dress at work significantly
INFOCISION
INFOCISION Fast facts Founded in 1982, the Akron-based company is the world's third-largest
Fashion flair, fashion foibles on red carpet
Kate and Cate were elegant and graceful. ORLANDO SENTINEL Let's hear it for the good, the bad
Officials ponder water situation, Youngstown mayor's remarks
Trustees want to hire legal help for questions about the waterlines and annexation. By JEANNE
Payday lenders relax repayment policies
Critics say the moves are only cosmetic. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MINNEAPOLIS -- A group that
Financial guru Orman speaks about relationship
Financial guru Orman speaks about relationship NEW YORK -- Financial guru and best-selling author
No talks on housing inmates
County officials want to house 150 federal prisoners in the county jail. By PATRICIA MEADE
A few things to know about taking a flight on Allegiant Air between Florida and the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport in Vienna Township:
A few things to know about taking a flight on Allegiant Air between Florida and the Youngstown-
Potter, jeweler share their love for making art
One artist discovered pottery while working on an English degree. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
Tribe succeeds by diversifying
Nebraska tribe shows Indians can make money apart from casinos. WINNEBAGO, Neb. (AP) -- Rising
WORKING WITH CLAY
WORKING WITH CLAY The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay Lynn Cardwell Pottery at the Ward Bakery
SNOWBIRD: This Allegiant Air flight is leaving the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport's snowy landscape for Sanford International Airport in Florida. Flights Friday and today were full.
SNOWBIRD: This Allegiant Air flight is leaving the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport's snowy
Sabres owner seeking change in league policy
Tom Golisano wants league to review policy on violent hits to the head. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) --
Bumping passengers becomes common
One lawyer advised bumped airline passengers to get even. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE Nearly 56,000
The view of a conservative conservationist
Opinion: By MARK SANFORD WASHINGTON POST When George W. Bush, The Washington Post and the insurance giant
Odor lingers 3 years after oil delivery
AKRON (AP) -- More than three years after a delivery driver mistakenly dumped 250 gallons of heating
Toyota looks to pick up customers with Tundra
Until now, the Tundra was seven-eighths the size of other full-size trucks. DETROIT FREE PRESS
State-Bound | Prep wrestling Area qualifiers and pairings for the state wrestling tournament, which begins Thursday at Ohio State's Schottenstein Center:
DIVISION I Boardman Jerry Pasquale (103), freshman, 27-9, vs. Jake Farber, Cin. St. Xavier,
Study: Patch, gel less likely to cause clots
Researchers think the method of taking hormones is the key. ASSOCIATED PRESS For women who have
Tod cemetery cleanup
Tod cemetery cleanup The annual cleanup of Tod Homestead Cemetery on the North Side will take
Business News Digest
NATION Here are tips to avoid customer-service wait NEW YORK -- No one likes to wait for
fugitive of the week
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Daniel Kernaich The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the
Today is Monday, Feb. 26, the 57th day of 2007. There are 308 days left in the year. On this date in 1907, concerns about a growing influx of foreigners, mostly Europeans, prompt Congress to create
Opinion: Today is Monday, Feb. 26, the 57th day of 2007. There are 308 days left in the year. On this date in
Audience, musicians offer appreciation to incoming conductor
The conductor made a point of letting the music breathe between phrases. By ROBERT ROLLIN
SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES HEAT 86, CAVALIERS 81 CLEVELAND (81) -- James 10-22 7-12 29, Gooden 2-8
Geneva reaches women's final
BEAVER FALLS, Pa. -- Geneva reached the women's final of the American Mideast Conference basketball
NHL ROUNDUP \ Sunday's games
Predators 4, Blue Jackets 3, SO COLUMBUS -- Alexander Radulov scored the only shootout goal and
Hundreds using Valley airport to get away from cold and snow
The price -- 59 one way -- suited many pocketbooks. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Girl shot in thigh while sitting at home
YOUNGSTOWN -- City police are attempting to discover how an 11-year-old girl sitting in her home
JAPAN
Opinion: JAPAN Yomiuri Shimbun, Tokyo, Feb. 19: In recent years, China has been stepping up efforts to
Israel raids West Bank
Israel raids West Bank NABLUS, West Bank -- Israeli soldiers sealed off this city Sunday, placed
College bomber kills at least 41
Shiite militia leader Muqtada al-Sadr criticized the U.S. over the bombings. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Report: Mental-health care is poor
Fewer than half who need such services are receiving care, the study found. WASHINGTON (AP) --
SUPREME COURT CASE Highlights
Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams has referred to a state Supreme Court decision from March 2006 that
NBA ROUNDUP \ Sunday's games
Rockets 97, Magic 93 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Tracy McGrady had 34 points, including a rally-deflating 20-
Fitch's Weidenthal set for Div. I state tourney
He qualified with a fourth-place finish at the district event Saturday. By ERIC HAMILTON
Who's the real childlike politician in Washington?
Opinion: Who's the real childlike politician in Washington? EDITOR: A recent letter to the editor
Lightning rebounds past Penguins, 5-1
Division leading Tampa Bay has not lost consecutive games since December. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- The
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS XSt. John's Church, 159 Reed Ave., Campbell, will hold a Chinese auction Sunday. Doors