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Austintown board mulls coach's fate
AUSTINTOWN —  The suspended head softball coach at Fitch High School met privately with
Town hall on race relations Thursday
WARREN — A town hall forum discussing race relations in Trumbull County will be at 7 p.m.
2nd Boardman cop to seek treatment
BOARDMAN — Ken Kasiewicz, a former township police officer, will get 360 hours of paid leave
Trumbull courthouse security being examined
WARREN — In several months, national television networks are expected to be present when Brian
Proposed landfill relieved of new regs, OEPA rules
GIRARD — The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency says the company looking to open a landfill
Howland BOE to discuss grading standards
HOWLAND — The board of education has settled on questions that will be asked in a survey to
Sparkle owner offers police space in Cornersburg
YOUNGSTOWN — Funds to establish and maintain a police substation and K-9 Unit in Cornersburg
New state auditor in town today
YOUNGSTOWN — Being the only elected Republican in the state’s executive branch can make
Dann hires ex-mayor's daughter
A former Struthers native is the latest person with ties to the Mahoning Valley to be appointed to a
Blood is in short supply
CLEVELAND — Supplies of several blood types are very low in the Northern Ohio Blood Services
Elderly couple dead in Sharon crash
SHARON, Pa. — Icy road conditions may have contributed to a crash that killed an elderly
Probate Court Judge Leo P. Morley dies
YOUNGSTOWN — Leo P. Morley, longtime judge of Mahoning County Probate Court, has died. He was
Chicago company here to plug broken city waterline
YOUNGSTOWN — The city finally found a company to stop the flow of millions of gallons of water
GM will decide Lordstown plant's fate this year
LORDSTOWN —  General Motors should decide this year whether to close its Lordstown
Shots fired near prison
LEAVITTSBURG – A Richer Road man had his guns taken away from him after the Trumbull
Former superintendent Shoaf stays in prison
WARREN — Judge Andrew Logan of Trumbull County Common Pleas Court has denied early release
Beshara sentenced to life in prison for Guthrie murder
YOUNGSTOWN — Benjamin Beshara of Niles will spend the rest of his life in prison for the
Stock Listing of Local Interest
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 22.23 --.04 Avalon Holdings,7.26.01 Clear
Ford posts net loss of 12.7 billion in '06
Ford says it will lose money this year and next. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) -- Ford Motor Co. lost a
Bonekovic scores 16 as Brookfield rolls
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BRACEVILLE -- Ronda Bonekovic flew home early from a
Uniform sizing system is fitting change for women
Fit specifications on clothing hang-tags will help women find the right fit. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS
Who is in the driver's seat?
Opinion: Providence Journal: The busybodies are at it again, trying to make decisions that belong to
Activists protest the use of dog in demonstration
A dog was killed during a sales demonstration of a medical device. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A handful of
Perry quits as assistant; Horton, LeBeau to stay
Bruce Arians will be promoted while Ken Anderson will join the coaching staff. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Dungy-Smith hype to take center stage
A media sideshow will get under way on Tuesday in Miami. By DAVE GOLDBERG ASSOCIATED PRESS
Boardman man facing charges in 3 township store robberies
A shoplifting suspect was indicted on a charge of assaulting a police sergeant. By PETER H.
There were two errors in a Jan. 12 story about the Springfield Township trustees reorganization meeting because incorrect information was provided to The Vindicator. The article should have said that
There were two errors in a Jan. 12 story about the Springfield Township trustees reorganization
LEADER OF THE PACK
Leader of the pack Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James was the leading vote-getter for next
Lake Erie Monsters to play in Cleveland
They will begin play at Quicken Loans Arena next season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Scaring fans into their
Study: Damage to brain part stops tobacco craving
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Damage to a silver dollar-size spot deep in the brain seems to wipe out the urge
37 ranked wrestlers in Hephner tourney
By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF AUSTINTOWN -- Thirty seven state-ranked athletes
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Daniel and Lynn Pomponio, Canfield, boy, Jan. 24. Cindi Geist
McClure's goal propels Duke past Clemson
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- David McClure hit a lay-up as time expired Thursday night to lead No. 10 Duke
Weather has more seeking shelter
Agencies for the homeless are seeing more women and children this year. By AMANDA GARRETT
Jury selection begins in N.Y. in slaying of Ohio woman
The daughter of Ohio State's band director was found with her throat slashed. NEW YORK (AP) --
Former clerk receives prison term for court theft
The clerk's actions tarnish all government workers, an assistant prosecutor said. By ED RUNYAN
President reaches across the aisle on domestic issues
Editorial: President Bush's numbers were up Tuesday night: his Nielsen rating numbers that is, which showed
if you go
IF YOU GO What: "Winter Jam 2007," featuring Steven Curtis Chapman, Jeremy Camp, Hawk Nelson,
Industry concerns trickle down
Auto makers are tighting their belts, so must the racing industry. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- When
Movie is based on real events
The band is fronted by two brothers, 8 and 11. NEW YORK (AP) -- If you should come within earshot
Prescription assistance to be offered
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County residents
Show to focus on Black history
YOUNGSTOWN -- Dr. Victor Wan-Tatah, director of the Africana Studies Program at Youngstown State
Salary board approves elections director
The position will involve more public relations duties than before. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Iraqis to blame for collapse of Iraq
Opinion: Like many, I've grown convinced that the administration has fumbled this war. I'm no fan of what
Youngstown Kiwanis pays for Alpha's field trip buses
Without the help of the Kiwanis, there would be no field trips for Alpha pupils. by HAROLD GWIN
Johnson puts company's interest before self-interest
Opinion: Columbiana County Republican Chairman Dave Johnson was on the short list of those considered
GM to delay release of earnings reports
DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors Corp. announced Thursday it will delay the release of its fourth-
Lisbon's 1-2 punch nets 12th triumph
Caitlin Glenn and Erica Sims powered a comeback 50-46 win over United. HANOVERTON -- Caitlin Glenn
Local resident wins trip to Hollywood
It appears those who have a good voice and story are the ones who make it. By STEPHANIE UJHELYI
2 of 3 unions OK contract
2 of 3 unions OK contract WARREN -- Two of the three American Federation of State, County &
Mooney stays unbeaten in SVC
The Cardinals defeated Harding; Hubbard and Liberty won TAC games. WARREN -- Sara Pelini and Katie
Success in Iraq is key to Bush strength
Opinion: So much of what President Bush said in his State of the Union address ought to have been said and
Case on phone call involves Ohio rep
The tape of John Boehner's call was given to reporters by a Democratic lawmaker. WASHINGTON (AP)
DNA link leads to arrest of ex-Valley man
The victim's body was found near Western Reserve Middle School. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. BIG GOP GATHERING: The
Snedeker's 61 equals course mark
The 26-year-old rookie took a two-shot lead in the Buick Invitational. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Brandt
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Pancake breakfast HARTFORD -- The Hartford Fire Association will hold a pancake breakfast from 7
St. Anthony Auxiliary conducts election
BOARDMAN -- The election of officers was on the agenda when St. Anthony Auxiliary of Struthers met
NBA ROUNDUP Thursday's game
Bulls 96, Mavericks 85 CHICAGO -- Ben Gordon scored 30 points, Luol Deng added 21 and the Chicago
More types of stores selling groceries to lure customers
Soon, less than half of groceries will be sold in grocery stores, study says. CINCINNATI (AP) --
Nicole Kidman is OK after traffic accident
Nicole Kidman is OK after traffic accident LOS ANGELES -- Nicole Kidman was taken to a hospital
Irish grads battle in Big Ten contest
Tyra Grant's Penn State defeated Courtney Davidson's Michigan State. VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
Buckeyes cruise to 18th victory
Brandie Hoskins paced Ohio State to a 72-62 win over Indiana. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Brandie Hoskins
Teen driver held
Teen driver held YOUNGSTOWN -- A 16-year-old boy driving with an expired temporary permit and
Hirschfeld to play for Miami (Ohio)
The right wing, 19 today, was the NAHL's North Division Player of the Week. BOARDMAN -- Alden
She learned the importance of cross-training
Dear Heloise: I have always heard that a wife should be knowledgeable about finances in case
Top-ranked Duke still unbeaten after 73-60 win over Florida St.
The Blue Devils are 21-0, 6-0 in the Atlantic Coast Conference. ASSOCIATED PRESS TALLAHASSEE,
Today is Friday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2007. There are 339 days left in the year. On this date in 1788, the first European settlers in Australia, led by Capt. Arthur Phillip, land in present-day
Opinion: Today is Friday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2007. There are 339 days left in the year. On this date in
Rolls-Royce seeks site for new plant
The gigantic company has not announced its plans. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Wal-Mart to pay overtime violations
In 2005, the company asked for a review of its overtime calculations. ASSOCIATED PRESS Wal-Mart
Officials take step to get levy on ballot
Land selection will make voters more comfortable with the plan, the superintendent said. By JOHN
TRICKY WALKING: Youngstown Water Department employee Rob Kaufmann walks through the water along Marshall Street while trying to repair a broken water main.
TRICKY WALKING: Youngstown Water Department employee Rob Kaufmann walks through the water along
James is the leader in voting for game
The Cavaliers' ace polled more than 2.5 million votes for the Feb. 18 game NEW YORK (AP) --
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Jan. 21
Her success has already drawn fans, recognition
The audition is much more than meets the TV audience's eye. By KATIE LIBECCO VINDY.COM
YSU ROUNDUP | News and notes
Football: Seven home games, three first-time foes and two other rare opponents highlight YSU's
Waterline repair to cost 100,000
Some customers were without water for an hour or two when the line first broke. By DAVID SKOLNICK
For Sanctus Real, Christian label is fine
The band is staying optimistic about its future, the drummer says. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
MORE INDICTMENTS
MORE INDICTMENTS Columbiana County A county grand jury recently issued these indictments:
Library seeks design ideas
The Market/Midlothian branch will be in the former Giant Eagle building. By SEAN BARRON
Business News Digest
REGION Home sales, prices decline in region YOUNGSTOWN -- A nine-county region that includes the
NOTEBOOK From Melbourne
So funny it hurts: Andy Roddick was a bigger hit in his post-match news conference than against top-
Taylor's 38 points key Rayen past Ursuline
She also had nine rebounds and nine steals as the Tigers won their 10th. By TOM WILLIAMS
Whipple says Marines made him a new man
The Calvary Christian graduate led Point Park College to a 21-1 record. By JOHN KOVACH
Power shift on agenda in Davos
Opinion: DAVOS, Switzerland -- When I tell friends I'm off for the World Economic Forum in Davos, they
Health department lists proposed rules
A final public hearing is set for next month before lawmakers make a final decision. COLUMBUS (AP)
THURSDAY'S RESULTS
THURSDAY'S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Beaver Local at Chaney, ppd. snow Mooney 58,
HIGH FIVE
high five Top five by sales this week film 1. "Stomp the Yard," Sony/Screen Gems. 2. "Night
"Blue's Room" (10 a.m., Nickelodeon): The blue hound and her little brother, Sprinkles, take preschool viewers on new adventures in this weekly 10-episode series that's a spinoff of "Blue's Clues." In
"Blue's Room" (10 a.m., Nickelodeon): The blue hound and her little brother, Sprinkles, take
'Pan's Labyrinth' blurs reality, fantasy
The villain is truly despicable and at the same time compelling. By ROBERT W. BUTLER KANSAS CITY
Charged in racial killings
Charged in racial killings JACKSON, Miss. -- A reputed Ku Klux Klansman accused in the 1964
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XAmerican Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
'Warren' may be wanting to date others
Dear Annie: I was lucky enough to find my true love at 16. I am now 19, and my boyfriend, "Warren,"
"The president has made his decision. We need to get the job done."
Opinion: "The president has made his decision. We need to get the job done." Vice President Dick Cheney
the scoop
the scoop where are the wiis? Who would have thought, given all the publicity surrounding the
SteelHounds host 3 games with Killer Bees
The first contest is tonight at the Chevrolet Center. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown SteelHounds
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Ceremony lauds Youngstown school board members
YOUNGSTOWN -- January is School Board Appreciation Month, and the Youngstown Board of Education got
Austintown Metal Works will be moving
AUSTINTOWN -- Austintown Metal Works, a metal fabricating shop on Cedar Street in Youngstown, will
Comedian's ready to break out 'W'
John Morgan's act started as sort of a fluke. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Turning heads overseas
The award honors innovation in educational products. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR
File photo courtesy WYFX-TV 17/62
File photo courtesy WYFX-TV 17/62 WAY TO WIN: Sarah Burgess of East Palestine successfully
Police task force seizes 120 marijuana plants
LEAVITTSBURG - Police have confiscated 120 marijuana plants from a house at 964 N. Leavitt Road
DOWNTOWN CHILL
DOWNTOWN CHILL The Vindicator/William D. Lewis Clearing the way on a cold day The right
'PAN'S LABYRINTH'
'PAN'S LABYRINTH' Grade: A-. Director: Guillermo del Toro. Rating: R for graphic violence and
Setting a trap by smooth calling with pocket aces
To win a really big pot in a game of No Limit Texas Hold'em, you'll often have to set a trap for
Phone tax refund is tempting
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Internal Revenue Service warned Thursday that it will take prompt action
Violence continues amid political debate
In the U.S., there was a standoff over two resolutions condemning Bush's strategy. BAGHDAD, Iraq
Rembrandt sells for 25.8M
The portrait shows the patron saint of pilgrims as he prays. NEW YORK (AP) -- A rare late work by
Ex-minister pleads guilty in child porn case
CLEVELAND (AP) -- A former minister who subscribed to numerous Internet sites that provide photos
Jackson: Fallout from scandal hurt minority firms
Some successful investment firms were unfairly terminated, Jackson said. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Rev.
Greenhouse is declared a nuisance
BOARDMAN -- Less than a month after Mahoning County's chief building official declared a closed
Vindy.com seeks reports on potholes
Now that winter has really arrived, Vindy.com is providing an avenue for motorists in the Mahoning
Lack of checks on drivers leads to school closings
The school bus contractor had failed to submit drivers' fingerprints to the state. COLUMBUS (AP)
Bush's Iraq policy influenced by crises
Opinion: By WILLIAM McKENZIE DALLAS MORNING NEWS There have been four crises in George W. Bush's life,
Williams, Sharapova meet in women's final Saturday
The two also met in the 2004 Wimbledon final with Sharapova winning. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) --
Federer too much for Roddick
Roger Federer called his 6-4, 6-0, 6-2 victory his best match in Melbourne. MELBOURNE, Australia
A second officer has signed an agreement to resign, an official said.
A second officer has signed an agreement to resign, an official said. By DENISE DICK and PETER H.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Real estate Robert D. Swindell to Matthew E. Knopp et al, Goshen Twp., 152,000.