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Vindicator offers new Sunday shopping inserts
Readers in select markets of The Vindicator will be greeted today with new shopping inserts on
New Waterford couple pinched in drug sting
NEW WATERFORD — A couple face charges after a drug sting involving marijuana with a street
Program aims to keep students in college
LISBON — A new program is designed to get more Columbiana County students into college and to
Howland woman is an ACS stakeholder
HOWLAND — Barbara Kubiak spends much of her time these days making kolache in the basement
Couple's home has every detail imaginable
NORTH LIMA — Picture a beautiful waterfront condominium, complete with all the amenities you'd
Felasco making first try at prison release
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Former Lawrence County Treasurer Gary Felasco is on the docket to meet with
Several challenges await new bishop
YOUNGSTOWN — The shortage of clergy, decline in Catholic school enrollment and the need for
Local lawmakers react to Friday vote on Iraq pull-out
The U.S. House narrowly approved a $124 billion war spending bill that includes a provision
Liberty High student charged with possession
LIBERTY — A Liberty High School student has been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia
Sharon teens kick, beat Farrell man
SHARON, Pa. — Three juveniles were charged and others are expected to be arrested in the
K-9's for Compassion will evaluate your pet Suday
YOUNGSTOWN — Pet owners interested in becoming volunteers for K-9's for Compassion will get
Naples scholarships available
HUBBARD — The Richard T. Naples Sr. Education Foundation is accepting scholarship applications
Greek Independence Day parade in Warren Sunday
WARREN — The seventh annual Greek Independence Day Parade will begin at St. Demetrios Greek
Clevelanders helping writer
Down on his luck, the comedian still cracks some one-liners. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A comedy writer
Ice Diggers deadly on defense
Tonight, the Phantoms will try to salvage the final game of the three-game series at the Ice Zone.
EDUCATION CHOICE | Voucher schools
These area private schools have signed up to accept pupils under the state's EdChoice tuition
Ex-rep, mayor given tax-evasion sentence
Sandwiched between his stints as mayor were 12 years as a House member. YOUNGSTOWN (AP) -- A
Evangelicals feud; founders move off the public stage
Barack Obama seems to understand the issue, a former speechwriter says. ASSOCIATED PRESS As they
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP FOOD CITY 500 LINEUP After Friday qualifying; race Sunday At Bristol Motor
SCHOLARSHIPS | College money
Here's a list of scholarships available for college and college-bound students. Junior Civic
KINDERGARTEN Registration
Schools are registering children for kindergarten for the 2007-08 school year. In most cases,
Judge issues injunction for use of rival's patents
Vonage is trying to stop the injunction until its appeal is heard. ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) -- A
Champion grad felled in Iraq to get full honors
Any protesters will be kept away from the soldier's family by volunteers. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Five counties represented at District 13-D convention
LIBERTY -- Members of Lions Clubs in Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana, Stark and Portage counties that
Tennessee journalism graduate replaces controversial titleholder
Tara Conner, who was given a second chance by Donald Trump, appeared onstage. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
GRADS LIST
The following students were awarded bachelor's degrees unless otherwise noted: MIAMI UNIVERSITY,
PGA-CA CHAMPIONSHIP
PGA-CA CHAMPIONSHIP At Doral Golf Resort & amp; Spa, Blue Course Miami Purse: 8 million
With 'The Sopranos' ending, residents will miss film crews
Jerseyites have gotten used to seeing the stars and making a little profit. KEARNY, N.J. (AP) --
Youngstown church awaits bishop's installation
Since Bishop Thomas J. Tobin was transferred to the Diocese of Providence, R.I., the Catholics of
PHANTOMS FUNDRAISER FOR RELAY FOR LIFE
Phantoms fundraiser for Relay For Life BOARDMAN -- Mahoning Valley Phantoms hockey team is
BUCS WIN, TRIBE FALLS
Bucs win, Tribe falls Pittsburgh knocked off the Yankees 3-2, while the Indians fell to Houston
Revise stem cell policy
Opinion: Washington Post: President Bush has few allies left in the stem cell debate. The mainstream of his
Weekly quiz
Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: Q 7 3 9 7 6 K 10 5 J 6 5 2 Partner opens the
Bautista set to play third for Pirates
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) -- Jose Bautista was chosen Friday as the Pittsburgh Pirates' starting third
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Toronto3831.551--6-4W-225-1013-
Bomb scare closes school in Bristolville
BRISTOLVILLE -- About 800 Bristol School District pupils will return to classes Monday after a bomb
MINIPAGE TEACHER'S GUIDE
MiniPage Teacher's Guide MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards.
CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight
MOUNT UNION COLLEGE, Alliance, Ohio Kevin Hogue, a sophomore from Hubbard and Maura Picciano, a
SMARTS schedules student exhibit
The exhibition explores the photographer's interpretation of 'dream.' YOUNGSTOWN -- SMARTS,
Opus Dei has no monks, isn't sect
In 1982, Pope John Paul II called Opus Dei a 'personal prelature' with direct ties to the Vatican.
Deputy prime minister seriously hurt by bomb
Iraqi officials said al-Qaida had infiltrated the deputy's inner circle. BAGHDAD (AP) -- Striking
Students excel at Model NATO event
YSU students were assigned to represent Slovenia and the Netherlands. YOUNGSTOWN -- Students in
CLASSES
CLASSES Chaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m.
Astorino's goal nets General McLane title
General McLane edged Greencastle Antrim for the PIAA Class AAA title. ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE
Gonzales approved plans to fire U.S. attorneys, documents reveal
Gonzales' chief of staff is set to testify before Congress about the firings. WASHINGTON (AP) --
SPRING TRAINING ROUNDUP \ Tribe & amp; Bucs
Astros 6, Indians 2 WINTER HAVEN, Fla. -- Roy Oswalt prepared for his fifth consecutive opening
BOYS STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
BOYS STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT OHIO Championship pairings for the Ohio High School Athletic
Religion returns to political arena
Opinion: BOSTON -- He's not exactly a profile in courage. After all, Pete Stark is 75 and has represented his
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Today is Saturday, March 24, the 83rd day of 2007. There are 282 days left in the year. On this date in 1765, Britain enacts the Quartering Act, requiring American colonists to provide temporary
Opinion: Today is Saturday, March 24, the 83rd day of 2007. There are 282 days left in the year. On this date
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- Sen. Chuck Hagel, R-Neb.; breast-
Grab a bag -- it's spring in the Mahoning Valley
Despite a chance of rain today, this will be the first fairly warm weekend in a while. So grab a
Parents announce Nelson-Barton engagement
The engagement of Malinda Nelson, 4340 Maureen Drive, Austintown, and Daniel Barton of the same
Smallpox allegation quarantines flight
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Authorities quarantined an arriving US Airways flight Friday at Charlotte-
Sherrard-Gadd troth announced, wedding planned
VIENNA -- The Rev. and Mrs. David Sherrard, 4873 Maple St., are announcing the engagement of their
Pair from Home Savings, Skelton to appear on show
YOUNGSTOWN -- On Sunday's "Community Connection" show, host Madonna Chism Pinkard will interview
9 to help find new administrator
WARREN -- Nine people have agreed to serve on a committee formed to lend credibility to and aid with
Heart disease, stroke are topics of show
YOUNGSTOWN -- Guests on Sunday's "Sunday Morning With Dee" show will be Margaret Person and Ellen
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 22.63 --.30 Avalon Holdings,7.73.15 Clear
House, Bush square off on troops pullout
House and Senate leaders said their bills reflect the mandate of the American voters. WASHINGTON
Court upholds Ohio limits on funeral protests
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A federal judge upheld Friday significant portions of a state law that limits when
How do you say 'Ponzi' in Chinese?
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Businesses have long fantasized about the Chinese market: "Sure, they're poor but if
'Spiritual Fitness' event
'Spiritual Fitness' event VILLA MARIA, Pa. -- Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center will
Philbin checks in
Philbin checks in NEW YORK -- Regis Philbin called "Live With Regis and Kelly" on Friday to report
Duke tries to keep focus on the court
Blue Devils coach Gail Goestenkors may bolt to Texas after the season. GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) -- As
North Side pool finally draws bids
The city received two proposals in its third attempt to find a pool builder. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Schools sign up for voucher program
Nearly 7,000 children in the tri-county area will be eligible to apply for vouchers. By HAROLD
Florida holds off Butler by 8
The Gators surmounted another lackluster start to win, 65-57. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Al Horford and
Ohio teachers union sues state over charter schools
The lawsuit was brought on behalf of Dayton public schools. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The state's largest
Taft Technology Center completion is delayed
Finishing the project by its original completion date would be too costly. By DAVID SKOLNICK
THURSDAY'S GAMES
THURSDAY'S GAMES Portland 92, New York 86 L.A. Lakers 121, Memphis 119 Houston 91, Detroit 85
Democrats forcing Bush's hand on Iraq
Opinion: This week, the House of Representatives debated one of the most important pieces of legislation of
IRAQ WITHDRAWAL
IRAQ WITHDRAWAL Votes and quotes The U.S. House narrowly approved a 124 billion war spending
Sales soar to a 3-year high
The median price of a home keeps falling, dropping to 212,800 last month. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Hydrants will be tested
Hydrants will be tested Western Reserve Joint Fire District will flow-test hydrants Monday in the
Maple sugarin' time
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT KINSMAN -- As a steamy white cloud wafts up through
Green finds the bank as Hoyas drop Vandy
Georgetown is in the regional finals for the first time in 11 years. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) --
Gordon likes new car (for one day at least)
The Car of Tomorrow critic earned the pole at Bristol. BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) -- Jeff Gordon won the
Music students to present recital Sunday
YOUNGSTOWN -- A recital will be presented by students of the Youngstown Music Teachers Association
Police zero in on South Side dumping grounds
Police say lawlessness pervades the neighborhood. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Many college students take settlement offer
One Ohio University student would have been liable for at least 590,000 in damages. OMAHA, Neb.
NEW HOSPITAL Fast facts
When the hospital opens this fall at Market Street and McClurg Road, it will offer amenities
Undefeated teams meet in state final
Georgetown and Columbus Harvest Prep won semifinal games. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS -- The first
Kayak makes fishing simple
The writer prefers to fish all of the incoming and the first half of the outgoing tide. BY ERIC
Senate passes 2.9 trillion budget
The plan includes 18 billion increases in nonmilitary spending. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Senate
STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE
STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Texas127.632 Detroit159.625 Los Angeles1410.583 New
Parade will honor Greek independence
Parade will honor Greek independence WARREN -- The seventh annual Greek Independence Day Parade
Controversial author explains economics as study of incentives
One of his more controversial theories is that abortion causes a drop in crime. YOUNGSTOWN --
Leader: Guard has increased role
More than half the U.S. Army consists of reservists or National Guard soldiers, the official said.
You'll know these 10 common bird songs
As days lengthen and temperatures climb, nature's call of the wild turns irresistible to many. It's
"Robin Hood" (9 p.m., BBC America): Cable TV's fresh take on "Robin Hood" continues with an episode that has Robin (Jonas Armstrong) and his merry men discovering an abandoned baby in Sherwood Forest.
"Robin Hood" (9 p.m., BBC America): Cable TV's fresh take on "Robin Hood" continues with an episode
For sale: Model A Ford collection
The owner has a story behind each vehicle in his collection. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Larry Cradler
Board tours new Boardman hospital
All of the patient rooms will be private in the 77 million facility. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Koufos corralled in St. Xavier win
The Ohio State recruit had 13 points as GlenOak fell 45-34. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Cincinnati St. Xavier
INSIDE/MORE COLLEGES
Inside/more colleges Butler came within an eyelash of knocking off defending champion Florida.
THE REAL THING
THE REAL THING Sutton's Maple Syrup If you're interested in real maple syrup, a local maker is
NBA ROUNDUP \ Friday's other games
Lakers 111, Hornets 105 NEW ORLEANS -- Kobe Bryant finished with exactly 50, becoming only the
AP: Boy, 13, has 26 charges, not 128 felonies
NELSONVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- In stories March 14 and March 22 about an alleged crime spree involving a
SteelHounds rally for 4-3 victory on Christian's goal in 3rd period
The SteelHounds remained tied for the fourth playoff spot with Oklahoma City. MEMPHIS, Tenn. --
Cincinnati Moeller upsets St. Ed
The victory sets up a finals matchup of Greater Catholic League rivals. COLUMBUS -- Cincinnati
Rat poison found in pet food
The company said it would take responsibility for pet medical expenses. ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Rat
YSU looks for help with music
The winning entry will be played for the first time at the Oct. 20 homecoming. YOUNGSTOWN --
Motown's on the mind
Cleveland routed New York to pull within one game of Detroit in the standings. CLEVELAND (AP) --
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Sensitive reader says 'old' labels are offensive
Dear Annie: I read the letter from "California Dreamer," a woman of merely 59, who writes about how
Jackson-Milton board approves school design
The new school will house kids in grades six to 12. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Business digest
NATION More consolidations DETROIT -- Delphi Corp. said Friday it plans to consolidate seven
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Attempt to break buffet record set at Amish flea market
MILLERSBURG, Ohio (AP) -- Ohio's Amish community is aiming to make sure the world's record for the
Motown Legends coming to arena
YOUNGSTOWN -- Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Monday for the Motown Legends Tour, coming to Chevrolet
Beloit classes resume after mysterious rash outbreak
Officials might never learn what caused the rash. By ANGIE SCHMITT VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Old safe's contents prove unrewarding
MONROE, Conn. (AP) -- The mystery what a locked antique safe found behind a historical society's
Arson ruled in fires at vacant houses
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Two vacant homes set fire within minutes of each other on Waldo Street have been
ROBOTICS Competition results
Teams from 17 Ohio and Pennsylvania public high schools competed in the 2007 Northeast Ohio Robotics
Secretary of state is right to pursue election review
Editorial: At first glance, it would seem that Ohio's new secretary of state, Jennifer Brunner, is being too
SPRING | What you can do
SPRING | What you can do Activities you can do in the yard to mark spring's arrival: Seeding,
Fuel leak shuts down disabilities center
AUSTINTOWN -- Clients at Mahoning County's Mental Retardation and Developmentally Disabled facility
Youngstown killer gets 13 years
YOUNGSTOWN -- A judge has imposed a 13-year prison term on a Hayman Street man who pleaded guilty to
Squelch skunk-spray scent with baking soda
Dear Heloise: Our pet dog just got sprayed by a skunk again. Can you please tell me how to remove
BOARDMAN PARK If you go
What: The 30th annual Boardman Rotary Maple Syrup and Pancake Festival. When: Today and Sunday and
Likely source of E.coli is pinpointed
The strain was traced to a California cattle ranch. FRESNO, Calif. (AP) -- The likely source of an
Actors keep 'Battlestar Galactica' soaring
By ETHAN SACKS NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW YORK -- On her first day on the set of the "Battlestar
775 employees take Nissan's buyout offer
Nissan cuts jobs at truck plants because of slowing sales. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Nissan North
'Civility hour' debut is a dud
MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- Civility was supposed to get an hour Thursday night on the
July wedding set by Miss Vidovich and Mr. Hunter
CHICAGO -- Announced are plans for the upcoming marriage of Melanie Ann Vidovich of Chicago and
N. Side boy attacked by big dog
Vicious dogs on the loose are becoming an increasing problem, a deputy dog warden said. VINDICATOR
Message targets teen girls' use of Net
Tween and teenage girls are the most vulnerable to Internet predators, authorities say. SCRIPPS
INSIDE/MORE PREPS
Inside/More preps St. Xavier will play league rival Cincinnati Moeller in the big-school
Transportation restrictions have angling community abuzz
Lake Erie will make plenty of news this fishing season, based on forecasts about the walleye and
Top two seeds clash in Texas
The Buckeyes appear to be under more pressure than their opponent. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Ohio State
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Goldstream (Arce)7.603.002.40 Wynning Power (Stokes)2.402.20
Open house at campus
Open house at campus SHARON, Pa. -- An adult open house will be held at Penn State Shenango at 6
Woman shot in neck
Woman shot in neck YOUNGSTOWN -- A city woman was in serious condition late Friday at St.
FRIDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
FRIDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES CAVALIERS 90, KNICKS 68 NEW YORK (68) -- Frye 1-8 1-2 3, Jeffries 2-3 0-1
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Paul A. Robenolt, 24, of 323 E. Auburndale Ave., Youngstown,
Man gets sentenced in slaying of woman
The21-year-old woman had moved from Columbus to try to make a living on Broadway. NEW YORK (AP) --