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Leader sought for Warren revitalization

WARREN — The city needs to select one person to spearhead a concerted effort to lead its

Former deputy gets four years in prison

YOUNGSTOWN — A former lieutenant in the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Department has been

Girard judge sentences woman for contempt

GIRARD — A California woman has been ordered to serve 10 days in jail after initially being

Schools react to Chamber consolidation idea

YOUNGSTOWN —  The president of the Youngstown Board of Education thinks fixing the state

State help for WRTA finances?

YOUNGSTOWN — Western Reserve Transit Authority officials made cuts to service this week, but

Ohio businesses mad with Strickland budget proposal

COLUMBUS — Business groups lashed out at a proposal in Gov. Ted Strickland’s biennial

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Was it a pothole or a crash?

CAMPBELL — No one disagrees that several children were jolted out of their school bus seats at

Beaver police seek pharmacy robber

NORTH LIMA — Beaver Township police are looking for a man who robbed a South Avenue pharmacy

Thunder crowd likely to help business

YOUNGSTOWN — When it comes to sports in this area, football is king. With the Mahoning Valley

Abused puppy gets second chance

SALEM — Lazarus, the dog, is getting a second life. The emaciated canine weighed just 29

Chamber pushes for fewer school administrators

The push to consolidate administration of Mahoning Valley school districts will begin in a friendly

State files charges against landfill

COLUMBUS — Attorney General Marc Dann, on behalf of the Ohio EPA and the state, filed contempt

Moonda's drug records sought

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Federal prosecutors are asking for the drug treatment records of suspected

Free college tuition boosts Kalamazoo, Mich., schools

Kalamazoo, Mich., ended a 17-year decline in public school enrollment after creating a new program

Improper dumping of school debris cited

WARREN — A Trumbull County school demolition project has produced a citation from the Trumbull

Fine levied in elections case

WARREN — A Howland man convicted of filing a false affidavit with the Trumbull County Board of

Youngstown man gets prison time for Trumbull crimes

WARREN — A 33-year-old Youngstown man sentenced to 12 years in prison Tuesday for nine

Erie Terminal sold

YOUNGSTOWN — The city finalized a contract today to sell the Erie Terminal building on

Athletic groups, boosters and others slate meetings

ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Boardman-Canfield Branch, will meet Wednesday

Forum, SEIU agreement includes wage freeze

YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health and Service Employees International Union District 1199 have agreed

Pilot, passenger survive crash, came here for Mexican chow

LIBERTY — What started out as two pilots wanting to taste some local Mexican cuisine ended in

City prepares to hire North Pool contractor

YOUNGSTOWN —  The city’s park and recreation commission is expected to hire a

U.S. Rep. Altmire meets with the people Saturday

NEW CASTLE, Pa. — U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire will launch his “Congress on Your

Friday's events include dances, music and more

DANCES Big Band Sounds with Dr. Zoot, 8-midnight, Kuzman’s Lounge, 1025 S. State St., Girard;

Friday's food sales are not limited to fish fries

American Legion Post 290, 44403 state Route 14, Columbiana, will hold an all-you-can eat fish fry

Man swallows diamond ring, it ends up in toilet

CANTON, Ohio (AP) — After four suspects in a jewelry store robbery were arrested, police

Ohio man tries to sell his 2-year-old son

MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) — A 2-year-old boy who police say was offered for sale by his father has

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Sanchez gets some playing time

He had three hits, but took it easy and didn't run the bases. SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) -- Freddy

Hoyas have a winner in Wallace

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Alabama country kid Jonathan Wallace has been studying and playing basketball in

The comic drama "Theophilus North" opens a two-weekend run at Youngstown State University Theater. Curtain is at 8 p.m. in Spotlight Arena Theater, inside Bliss Hall. The play will also be staged at 8

The comic drama "Theophilus North" opens a two-weekend run at Youngstown State University Theater.

'Lookout' fails to hit the mark

Matthew Goode and Jeff Daniels are terrific in supporting roles. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL

VIEWING

VIEWING What: NCAA men's basketball tournament semifinals When: Saturday Where: The Georgia Dome,

Woman describes days of captivity, beatings, brutality

At one point, the woman lost consciousness after hitting her head on the stairs, she said. By

RETIRED ARMY GENERALS FACE PUNISHMENT IN TILLMAN CASE

Retired Army generals face punishment in Tillman case SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Two generals singled out

Offer to buy was no stunt, Aqua's Pishkur says

The proposal presents 'a whole lot of opportunity,' Aqua Ohio's president says. By DAVID SKOLNICK

GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE ROUNDUP Bucs &amp; amp; Tribe

Reds 6, Pirates 4 SARASOTA, Fla. -- Zach Duke, who will open Pittsburgh's season in Houston, gave

Warren will continue to contract with WRAP

A councilman said an independent investigation would clear up lingering questions. BY AMANDA

Knicks defeat Cleveland, 97-93.

The injury-depleted Knicks defeated Cleveland, 97-93. NEW YORK (AP) -- The way things have been

STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE

STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 22.34 --.22 Avalon Holdings,7.89.27 Clear

The Exies are, from left, Freddy Herrera, Scott Stevens and Chris Skane.

Major Indoor Soccer League

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YSU extended its winning streak to five straight games at Cene Park.

YSU extended its winning streak to five straight games at Cene Park. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

Arena Football League

Arena Football League At A Glance By The Associated Press All Times EDT NATIONAL CONFERENCE

A summary of recent police activity in Poland and Boardman:

A summary of recent police activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND March 25 Drugs: During a

Man accused of hitting cruisers is arraigned

YOUNGSTOWN -- Tim Vari, who police said rammed two cruisers to avoid capture in a stolen pickup, was

UAW turns down Delphi offer

A UAW leader suggests automakers won't receive health-care concessions. DETROIT (AP) -- The United

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Paul J. Amon, 52, of 6321 St. Andrews Drive, #14, Canfield,

Big stars now eager to walk orange carpet

Justin Timberlake will be the host of this year's show. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Forget who won this

'MEET THE ROBINSONS'

'MEET THE ROBINSONS' Grade: C Director: Stephen Anderson Running time: 1 hour, 40 minutes

Expressing his faith, Bishop Murry officially accepts his appointment

Reading and acceptance of the Apostolic Letter made the appointment official. By LINDA M. LINONIS

Skating show at Chevy Centre features Olympic medalist Emily Hughes

YOUNGSTOWN -- Classics on Ice, a skating show featuring U.S. Olympic medalist Emily Hughes, eight-

Gulf allies say they would not support U.S. attack

ABOARD THE USS JOHN C. STENNIS (AP) -- The United States wrapped up a massive military exercise in

Today is Thursday, March 29, the 88th day of 2007. There are 277 days left in the year. On this date in 1973, the last U.S. combat troops leave South Vietnam, ending America's direct military

Opinion: Today is Thursday, March 29, the 88th day of 2007. There are 277 days left in the year. On this date

TCTC students express concerns about the Valley's job market

County commissioners don't always agree, the officials explained. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR

Garko earns spot on Tribe's opening-day roster

Infielder Mike Rouse and reliever Tom Mastny also made the team. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) -- Ryan

WRITE WAY TO EXPRESS THANKS Not only for kids

Here are steps to saying "thank you" for a gift or kindness: Salutation. "Dear" is often used, but

Compensation system too generous?

Organizations say veterans deserve compensation for their service. SCRIPPS HOWARD As it braces

GRAND JURY Columbiana County

Here are indictments issued Wednesday by the Columbiana County grand jury. Frank J. Bursick Jr.,

Here's a brief primer on writing thank-you notes

An immediate response to receiving a gift makes the message sound more sincere. By KIM ODE

Lakeview defeats Niles

NILES -- Jen Baker's two hits included a double Wednesday as the Lakeview High softball team

Citizens must support their communities in many ways

Opinion: Citizens must support their communities in many ways EDITOR: I constantly read about cities

Ferrell, Heder's 'Blades of Glory' on very thin ice

There's not enough funny material to fill a full-length movie. By DAVID GERMAIN AP MOVIE WRITER

Board backs consolidation, free-tuition initiatives

Consolidating school districts would help pay for the tuition plan. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

Yellow Duck Park changes date for egg hunt

CANFIELD -- Peter Cottontail's Giant Egg Hunt at Yellow Duck Park, originally scheduled for

Mystery nun identified in beatification case

The nun said her Parkinson's was cured after praying to Pope John Paul II. PARIS (AP) -- Sister

Injury ends Roddick's title bid at Key Biscayne

KEY BISCAYNE, Fla. (AP) -- As the shot sailed past Andy Roddick, he grimaced in pain and didn't even

National Hockey League

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA x-New

THUNDER COVERAGE

THUNDER COVERAGE On the horizon Watch for these Thunder features in upcoming editions of The

Westminster student explores life as a singer-songwriter

The Canfield native is assembling a band for his next release. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR

Retailer to cut, replace thousands

Circuit City says the employees will be replaced by lower-paid workers. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) --

Acupressure bands stop the nausea

Q. I read with great interest about your readers who have had good results using acupressure bands

NBA ROUNDUP \ Wednesday's other games

Nets 118, Pacers 94 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Rookie Josh Boone scored a career-high 22 points to

Heart care program at senior center

Heart care program at senior center YOUNGSTOWN -- In conjunction with the Minority Health

NATION

NATION Federated name change would alter ticker symbol NEW YORK -- Federated Department Stores

PREP STARS IN ACTION

Prep stars in action The Mahoning and Columbiana county teams swept their Trumbull County

Airman 1st Class Scott and Sara Johnson of Kaiserslautern, Germany, are announcing the birth of

"The Morning Show With Mike and Juliet" (9 a.m., WKBN-TV 27): Richard Simmons is the celebrity guest on today's show.

"The Morning Show With Mike and Juliet" (9 a.m., WKBN-TV 27): Richard Simmons is the celebrity guest

Mahoning Co. to repair 7 warning sirens

YOUNGSTOWN -- Five of Mahoning County's 58 emergency warning sirens failed to sound, and two others

World Swimming Championships

World Swimming Championships Wednesday At Melbourne, Australia Men 50 Breaststroke Final

if you go

IF YOU GO Craig Ferguson When: 7:30 and 10:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday Where: Hilarities 4th

prep sports at a glanceWEDNESDAY'S RESULTS

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCEWEDNESDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL Campbell 7, Chaney 2 Boardman 9, Hubbard 7

Developer wants to build homes on land in Canfield Township

Township trustees are fighting the annexation. CANFIELD -- A developer is planning to build

It's time for local officials to stop roiling the waters

Editorial: While the saber-rattling by trustees in Austintown and Boardman townships over the drinking water

Paris, Latta first-team repeaters to lead AP's All-America team

Ohio State's Jessica Davenport became the school's first three-time selection. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Poland's standouts head field in Bubba Classic

Lou Coppola and Chris Lovell with play for Mahoning County Friday. WARREN -- Two members of the

Quality of tournament field improves

ASSOCIATED PRESS Half of the women's Final Four turned out as expected, with top seeds Tennessee

LOCAL

LOCAL Thunder to hold open practice YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Thunder will hold an open

Oprah's latest book pick

Oprah's latest book pick CHICAGO -- Don't expect a lot of sunshine in Oprah Winfrey's latest book

'THE LOOKOUT'

'THE LOOKOUT' Grade: C+ Director: Scott Frank Running time: 1 hour 33 minutes Rating: R for

Progress on smoking bans

Opinion: Washington Post: Feb. 23, 2006, was a bad day for lungs in the Washington region. The Maryland and

In GM talks, much is unsettled

Talks were to resume today after an official walked out Wednesday. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

'Blades of Glory'

'BLADES OF GLORY' Grade: C Director: Will Speck and Josh Gordon Running time: 94 minutes Rating:

Sabathia injured, opener in doubt

The Tribe's ace took a line drive off his left forearm in final spring tuneup. WINTER HAVEN, Fla.

NHL ROUNDUP | Wednesday's games

Sabres 4, Devils 3 BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Jochen Hecht scored twice in leading Buffalo over New Jersey

Progress is made on Struthers audit

Council approved 2.5-percent pay increases for nonelected employees not covered by other contracts.

BASEBALL

BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Optioned OF Adam Stern to Norfolk of the IL.

SteelHounds ready for postseason opener in Colorado Friday

Youngstown has only beaten the Eagles once in two years. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

Congress cannot flinch in support of No Child Left Behind goals

Opinion: By EDWARD M. KENNEDY WASHINGTON POST Five years ago, Congress and President Bush made a bold and

Live-action movie made history for Disney in 1946

At the time the film was made, the stereotypes it showed were considered harmless. ORLANDO, Fla.

Exhibitionists post provocative photos online

Dear Annie: Yesterday, my husband's nephew sent him an invitation to view the online blog that he

Putting the Valley on the map

The emergence of Rock 104 in 2003 set the stage for an influx of rockin' bands. By GUY D'ASTOLFO

Pupils, staff honored

Basketball teams and science fair winners were among those recognized. YOUNGSTOWN -- It was pupil

campus proposal

CAMPUS PROPOSAL Deaf and blind schools The Ohio State School for the Blind and Ohio School for

PUBLIC ENTITIES

PUBLIC ENTITIES Privatization Aqua Ohio is offering to buy or lease the Youngstown water system.

Dinosaur, evolution theory disputed

The study is not the 'final word,' another researcher said. NEW YORK (AP) -- Maybe you learned

Girard's historic Barnhisel house to be restored

By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD -- A home that once stood as an example

AUDITIONS | Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "The Diary of Anne Frank." New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle, Pa.

RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances

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Pay structure worries union members

UAW members are concerned that the system is weakening the union. DETROIT FREE PRESS DETROIT --

IRAQ Developments

The latest developments in Iraq: Shiite militants and police enraged by deadly truck bombings went

East-West vulnerable. West deals.

East-West vulnerable. West deals. NORTH Void A Q 4 Q J 10 7 2 A 10 7 6 2 WEST EAST

Agencies recommend circumcisions for men

Other protections should still be used, a member of UNAIDS said. GENEVA (AP) -- Heterosexual men

Hundreds asking OEPA to target Center Twp. dump

State environmentalists are deciding what to do. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Karen Fiorenza, Struthers, boy, March 27. Jeremy and

Small players rise to the top

Makala Gasparek and Mario Nero earned honors at the Al Beach Classic. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU

Pirates' Kuwata planning for comeback

BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) -- Masumi Kuwata waited too long and worked too hard this spring to give up now

Aide: Fired lawyers lacked support

The Justice Department said it gave wrong information about the firings. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Eight

Natural-gas price questioned

The township's law director characterized pricing as 'bait and switch.' By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

Audiologist offers tips on hearing aids

Dear Heloise: I am the audiologist in Oshkosh, Wis., who wrote to you with advice for people with

Hospitalized after crash

Hospitalized after crash VIENNA -- One man remains hospitalized as the result of a two-vehicle

The Breezeway blows away music fans, industry insiders

The trio had a very successful week last March in France. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR

Band feels certain new work will be hit

The band is going through a period of transition. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT The

Ex-DeBartolo workers' suit will go back to trial court

DeBartolo Realty had challenged the rulings of the trial and appellate courts. By MICHELE C.

Canfield motorcyclist seriously injured

AUSTINTOWN -- A 58-year-old Canfield man was seriously injured Wednesday afternoon when the

Junior Civic League announces April 9 deadline for scholarships

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Junior Civic League awarded more than 10,000 in scholarships last year to

Mahoning Valley's least expensive seats are the most costly in its league

Mahoning Valley's least expensive seats are the most costly in its league By DON SHILLING and JOE

Bills on 'Jennifer's Law,' Job Ready Sites pass

Voters approved funding for the Jobs Ready Site Program in 2005. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR

ATP-WTA Tour Sony Ericsson Open

ATP-WTA Tour Sony Ericsson Open At Key Biscayne, Fla. Singles--Men Quarterfinals Andy Murray

NBA

NBA FavoritePointsUnderdog CHICAGO31/2Detroit PORTLAND7Memphis Phoenix41/2GOLDEN ST.

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;ACKERMAN, &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt; James R., 30, of Poland; calling

& lt;B & gt;ACKERMAN, & lt;/B & gt; James R., 30, of Poland; calling hours Friday

Craig Ferguson just goes with the flow on talk show

The former 'Drew Carey Show' star is making his first Cleveland appearance. By JOHN BENSON

Charming movie about learning from failure doesn't quite succeed

The digital 3-D animated movie is overloaded with lessons for the kids. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO

Iran tells Britain to admit crew entered its waters

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Iran's foreign minister said Wednesday that Britain must admit that its

Northfield Park

NORTHFIELD PARK WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS 1st-Climatize11.603.202.20 Yankeeography (Stahl)2.402.20

Nonelected employees and those not covered by other contracts received 2.5-percent pay increases retroactive to Jan. 1, 2007. The positions and their 2006 and 2007 wages are:

Nonelected employees and those not covered by other contracts received 2.5-percent pay increases

Buckeyes survived from past mistakes

Coach Thad Matta has been the glue that holds them together. COLUMBUS (AP) -- It's easy to see

Colin Quinn still sticks to things he knows best

His insistence on performing only material he's written himself might have cost him over the years.

YSU softball is swept by Colonials, 2-1, 8-1

The Penguins' offense struggled in their home opener at McCune Park. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR

IF YOU GO J.D. Eicher with 1959

When: 10 p.m. Friday Where: Berlin Lounge, Westminster College, New Wilmington, Pa. Tickets: Free

"Rather than making all the threats that he has, let's work with him and see if he can give us some ideas how we can satisfy the wishes of a majority of the Senate, the majority of the House and move

Opinion: "Rather than making all the threats that he has, let's work with him and see if he can give us some

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