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21 catalytic converters stolen from dealership
YOUNGSTOWN — City police are investigating the theft of 21 catalytic converters from a used
Two Columbiana County men injured
BEAVER, Pa. — Two Columbiana County men were treated for injuries they received in an accident
Mayor willing to have 'intelligent discussions' with Aqua Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN — City leaders are willing to “engage in intelligent discussions” with
Strip club bouncer's face is slashed
AUSTINTOWN — A strip club patron slashed a bouncer in the face with a knife as the bouncer was
Gaping hole opens in plaza lot
BOARDMAN — A gaping hole has opened up at the edge of the parking lot in the Tippecanoe Square
Turning Technologies product goes global
YOUNGSTOWN —  A downtown technology company that hired its 100th employee this week
AG Dann to announce the creation of a Youngstown office
YOUNGSTOWN — Attorney General Marc Dann of Liberty is to announce Monday the creation of a
Reactions mixed to chamber's tuition proposal
YOUNGSTOWN — “Additional taxes aren’t something people are looking for right
Have you been an April Fool?
Sunday is April Fools’ Day, so we invite you to check out the special treatment staff writer
Some Howland gas customers to get rebates
HOWLAND – A natural gas aggregation supplier says it will give a rebate to customers in the
Columbiana sales tax becomes effective Sunday
LISBON — Columbiana County’s new half-percent sales tax goes into effect right after
South Side man sentenced for killing girlfriend
YOUNGSTOWN — A 61-year-old man who fatally shot his girlfriend in the East Philadelphia Avenue
Peter Frampton, Doobie Brothers coming to town
YOUNGSTOWN — Peter Frampton and The Doobie Brothers will perform at the Chevrolet Centre at
NEO economic plan outlined in Akron
AKRON —  More than 250 community leaders from 16 Ohio counties joined together to launch
Warren police check out two armed robberies
WARREN — Police are investigating two armed robberies today, including one in which two cars
Trumbull school computer grants
Grants from the eTech Ohio Commission’s SchoolNet Plus program will pay for new computers at
Warren police investigate death
WARREN — City police and Trumbull County Coroner’s Office are investigating the death of
GM likes the name Cobalt
Chevrolet's next small car — wherever it's built — "more than likely" will retain the
Pa. man gets prison time for sex assault with girls
EASTON, Pa. (AP) — A man who told a judge he assaulted girls ages 12 and 15 because his wife
Pa. man gets life term in torture death
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — A man was sentenced to life imprisonment for killing his mentally disabled
Homeless man found dead in Canton landfill
CANTON, Ohio (AP) — A homeless man found dead in a landfill likely fell asleep in a trash bin
Former Ravenna mayor faces state charges
RAVENNA, Ohio (AP) — A former state representative and Ravenna mayor sentenced to federal
Despite shooting, mail delivery continues in Canton area
CANTON, Ohio (AP) — Residents of a neighborhood where a postal worker was killed by a stray
Vindy.com News Podcast for March 30, 2007
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Iran still hot topic at summit
Arab countries are concerned about an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS
LIQUOR CONTROL
LIQUOR CONTROL The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit
Authorities hear two versions of what caused morning accident
Was it a pothole or a crash? By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CAMPBELL -- No one
GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE ROUNDUP Bucs & amp; Tribe
Indians 8, Braves 2 KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Fausto Carmona pitched six hitless innings and the
Finding the sucker in the game
If you want to make money playing poker, find a game with a few suckers, fish, donkeys, live ones,
JAPAN DEPLOYS ITS FIRST MISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEM
Japan deploys its first missile defense system TOKYO -- Japan began deploying its first advanced
Autism center to begin fund drive
The center services children with autism and special needs. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR
A.J. Foyt still has big competitive fire
He hasn't raced in 14 years, but he still enjoys being involved in the sport. By MIKE HARRIS
No bonuses for senior executives
DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors Corp. will not pay annual cash incentive bonuses to its senior
Ducks set mark for road wins, down Jackets
Teemu Selanne's four-point night led Anaheim. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Teemu Selanne scored a goal and
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph A. Frigone, 30, of 10495 Carousel Woods Drive, New
Howland man to pay 50 fine, court costs
WARREN -- A Howland man convicted of filing a false affidavit with the Trumbull County Board of
Today is Friday, March 30, the 89th day of 2007. There are 276 days left in the year. On this date in 1981, President Reagan is shot and seriously injured outside a Washington hotel by John W.
Opinion: Today is Friday, March 30, the 89th day of 2007. There are 276 days left in the year. On this date
U.S. official: Russia ramped up its espionage capability
Both sides said the tension is not a return to the Cold War. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Russia has fully
Business News Digest
REGION Negotiations resume for union at GM plant LORDSTOWN -- Negotiators were back at the table
Stalking suspect arrested at Michelle Branch show
Stalking suspect arrested at Michelle Branch show SHEBOYGAN, Wis. -- A Maryland man accused of
Judge gives robber additional six years
Tisdale also robbed a National City Bank branch twice. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Tips for babysitting houseplants
Dear Readers: If you are going to be away for a short time, you need to make plans to care for your
IRAQ |Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: Five suicide bombers struck Shiite marketplaces in northeast
Baseball team that lost 5 will play season opener
The Bluffton coach is still recovering from injuries suffered in the bus crash. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nextel Cup
NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 10 -- x-Budweiser Shootout, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Tony Stewart) Feb.
Here's some news to tickle your funny bone
Opinion: I think I'm somewhat funny despite the opinions of my family, friends, co-workers, people I deal
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX--Optioned RHP Gavin Floyd and LHP Boone Logan to
Iran suggests trial for captives
Iran offended British leaders by airing a video of the 14 men and one woman. UNITED NATIONS (AP)
THURSDAY'S RESULTS
THURSDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL AREA SCORES Chaney 14, Wilson 4 Ursuline 14, Leetonia 0
Liberty meal flight ends in plane crash
The airplane owner said the engine just stopped before the crash landing. By TIM YOVICH
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH A 9 6 5 K 7 3 8 4 2 10 5 3 WEST EAST Q 7 2 4
Data theft believed to be largest security breach
The number of records accessed could still climb higher. BOSTON (AP) -- A hacker or hackers stole
WYFX to tape delay games
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- FOX television affiliate WYFX Channel 17/62
Slain girl's father says he may run for office in Florida
Mark Lunsford is formerly of Springfield, Ohio. HOMOSASSA, Fla. (AP) -- After his 9-year-old
Former aide implicates Gonzales
The testimony only raised more questions, Sen. Arlen Specter said. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS
northfield results
NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 13th--Laughing Is An Art2.602.202.10 My Dads The
WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK
WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK Downtown Youngstown Restaurants and bars in downtown Youngstown and
Pet owners' calls over tainted food overwhelm FDA
Web sites have reported thousands of pet deaths believed caused by contaminated food. ST. LOUIS
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Shannon McGlynn and Bryan Stacy, Bessemer, Pa., boy, March 22.
Who is going to go: Simon or Sanjaya?
If the awful Sanjaya wins, the show's premise will be turned on its ear. By CHRIS ROVZAR NEW
Ads placed in BMV notices spark suits in several states
Imagitas told the court it wants the nine lawsuits consolidated into one. CLEVELAND (AP) --
It's a godsend: Dying dog gets another chance at life
Humane officials said they want to find the owner of the dog. SALEM -- Lazarus, the dog, is
Phantoms need win for top mark
The first 100 fans Saturday will receive a free ticket to the Thunder's opener. BOARDMAN -- The
President shows his softer green side
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- It is a classic means of redemption for the spurned. Sojourn in the wilderness for a
MOTOR SPORTS ROUNDUP News and notes
Everyone misses the boss: Like everyone else at Bobby Hamilton Racing, 20-year-old Chase Miller
Stock Listing of Local Interest
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 22.31 --.09 Avalon Holdings,17.19.02 Clear
ATP-WTA Tour Sony Ericsson Open
ATP-WTA Tour Sony Ericsson Open At The Key Biscayne, Fla. Purse: Men, 3.45 million (Masters);
YSU begins with basics
The Penguins won't put on full pads until Saturday morning. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
World Swimming Championships Results
World Swimming Championships Results By The Associated Press Thursday At Melbourne, Australia
Sanchez shows signs of being ready sooner
He may not make the season opener, but could play in the team's first series. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP)
Ward meet moved to Springfield
The track at East Palestine is being replaced so Saturday's meet was moved. NEW MIDDLETOWN --
Ohio budget to raise funds for WRTA\
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Western Reserve Transit Authority
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Downtown eateries, bars hope for strong Thunder impact
By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- When it comes to sports in this area,
ABC moves sitcom to avoid 'American Idol'
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- ABC is taking the unusual step of scheduling a new sitcom, "Notes From the
TYPES
TYPES Various missions The U.S. military uses several types of robots for a variety of missions
Anesthesia risk worries scientists
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Anesthesia can be harmful to the developing brain, studies on animals suggest,
Ex-sheriff's officer sentenced for drugs
The drug charges were almost four years old. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Ursuline topples Boardman; Mooney stops Mineral Ridge
Champion, Canfield and West Branch each earned shutout victories. BOARDMAN -- A four-hit, four-run
Senate approves war-funding bill
The outcome was expected after Republicans failed to get language removed. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Bulls inch closer to Pistons for Eastern Conference lead
CHICAGO (AP) -- Kirk Hinrich hit two of three free throws with 2.8 seconds left, and the Chicago
Iranians: Government should have released female sailor
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) -- Faye Turney's plight has touched Iranians, too: On the streets of Tehran on
Sabathia expects to start Tribe opener
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) -- Cleveland Indians ace C.C. Sabathia expects to be ready for opening day
Major Indoor Soccer League
MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE WLPct.GB x-Detroit1711.607-- x-Philadelphia1612.5711
Take the 5th, take a hike
Opinion: New York Daily News: Incriminating herself? She's worried about incriminating herself? That's a hell
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject to change. Bargain shows are in parentheses. Listings show theater, rating, running time and
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Fatherhood has Gordon thinking of future changes
The four-time Cup champion's daughter will be born this summer. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- This much
Mears starts slow after team switch
He's struggling in his first year with Hendrick Motorsports. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Jeff Gordon
Ohio-made Fido robot to find bombs in Iraq
DAYTON (AP) -- The military -- increasing its reliance on robots in war -- soon will use explosive-
Crews extinguish fires in Farmington, Champion
FARMINGTON -- Trumbull County fire department crews responded to two fires in separate communities
Chinese missile test highlights concerns over debris in space
The missile destroyed a weather satellite in space. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS BEIJING -- Scientists
thursday's nba summarY
THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARY BULLS 83, PISTONS 81 DETROIT (81)--Prince 10-20 4-4 26, Maxiell 2-4 0-3
She turns deaf ear to plea for harmony
Dear Annie: My younger sister, "Tara," has basically cut off all ties with our family, because she
Warren seeking go-getter for post
Warren needs pride in itself to be revitalized, a union leader says. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Research focuses on brain function in paying attention
The two types of attention originate in different ways. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Spot a bear in the
GOLF ROUNDUP Thursday's events
LPGA Kraft Nabisco Championship RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. -- Lorena Ochoa took her first step toward
After the president's veto, the Iraq debate begins anew
Editorial: President Bush has the constitutional right to do what he says he will do: veto a supplemental
the scoop
the scoop friendly feet As every girl knows, good shoes are hard to find. And by "good" we mean
Union offer formed basis for contract with hospital
Negotiations between Forum and the Youngstown General Duty Nurse Association are at a standstill.
Chrysler, Sirius Radio team up for venture
Satellite TV for vehicles will cost 470, plus 7 a month. DETROIT (AP) -- Coming soon to a
Sunday's editions will feature funny, wild April Fools' pranks
Sunday is April Fools' Day, so we invite you to check out the special treatment staff writer David
Valley educators question how plan would affect their districts
Tax rates and teacher contracts are tough issues that would have to be addressed. VINDICATOR STAFF
Strickland plan upsets business organizations
Mahoning vendors would lose money under the governor's proposed budget. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR
AGENDA SATURDAY3/31
Agenda Saturday United Board of Education, special work session, 8 a.m., high school
Fantasia brings the green to 'Purple'
NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW YORK -- Fantasia Barrino's fans know the R & amp;B diva as a one-named
House passes Democratic budget plan
Twelve Democrats voted against the proposal. WASHINGTON (AP) -- House Democrats pushed their
Spring Training STANDINGS
SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Detroit2010.667 Texas1511.577
More than 50 workers, officials arrested in raids
One company is considering legal action against the temp agency. BALTIMORE (AP) -- Immigration
Board to vote on porn designation
Use of the domain name would be voluntary. LISBON, Portugal (AP) -- On the eve of a key vote
"Admitting the mistake will facilitate a solution to the problem."
Opinion: "Admitting the mistake will facilitate a solution to the problem." Manouchehr Mottaki Iran's
Front and center(s): Big men square off
Ohio State's Greg Oden faces a big test against Georgetown. ATLANTA (AP) -- One year ago, it was
Elizabeth Edwards shows true character
Opinion: BOSTON -- What I keep remembering during the long conversation about cancer and politics, about
Cleveland, Orlando to visit China in October
The Cavs will play two exhibition games in Asia. SHANGHAI, China (AP) -- LeBron James and the
Artist's chocolate sculpture of Jesus angers Catholics
NEW YORK (AP) -- The Easter season unveiling of an anatomically correct chocolate sculpture of Jesus
Thunder keeps fans buzzing at practice
More than 200 attended Thursday session at the Chevrolet Center. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
Tony Snow's faith will sustain him
Opinion: Nobody dislikes Tony Snow. By acclamation, people who know him say the White House press secretary
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Boardman-Canfield Branch, will meet
ON THE TRACKS \ This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Goody's 500 Martinsville, Va. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 3:30
Storms leave at least 4 dead
Sixty-five tornadoes were reported Wednesday. HOLLY, Colo. (AP) -- A massive spring storm spawned
Young lifts W. Virginia to NIT title
The senior was named the tournament's most outstanding player. NEW YORK (AP) -- Frank Young and
Ungaro to be speaker
Ungaro to be speaker YOUNGSTOWN -- Pat Ungaro, administrator of Liberty Township, will speak in
Dems pit priest and warrior yet again
Opinion: By RONALD BROWNSTEIN LOS ANGELES TIMES In the early returns among the young, computer-savvy
Funding sought to fix up 3 houses
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A blighted and abandoned
Girard judge sentences California woman to 10 days in jail
GIRARD -- A California woman has been ordered to serve 10 days in jail after initially being charged
Thunder
THUNDER TV schedule Here is the schedule for the Mahoning Valley Thunder's eight home games at
Youngstown sells the Erie Terminal building for 375K
The board also approved paying 19,103 more for city hall improvements. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY
Study won't affect angioplasties, experts say
Insurers may be the key to getting patients to try drugs first. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- Heart patients
"Billy & amp; Mandy's Big Boogey Adventure" (7 p.m., Cartoon Network): In this two-hour movie, Billy and Mandy have a big boogey they need to brush off.
"Billy & amp; Mandy's Big Boogey Adventure" (7 p.m., Cartoon Network): In this two-hour movie,
Tharshers 3, Maple Leafs 2, OT
Tharshers 3, Maple Leafs 2, OT ATLANTA -- Slava Kozlov scored two goals, including the game-winner
Portuguese Rally Results
PORTUGUESE RALLY RESULTS At Loule, Portugal (1.4-mile stage at the Algarve stadium) 1. Marcus
Chamber to try persuasion for schools consolidation
The chamber would like to see one school district per county. By DON SHILLING AND DAVID SKOLNICK
Dann, EPA charge Warren Recycling with contempt
COLUMBUS -- Attorney General Marc Dann, on behalf of the Ohio EPA and the state, filed contempt
Dump cited over school demolition debris
A lawyer for M & amp;M Demolition of Vienna said the company will correct the problem. WARREN
Bigger proves better, barely
Tier One beat Tier Two in the boys and girls games. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. POLITICAL CLUB OFFICERS: The
Moonda's drug rehab records sought
Prosecutors are unsure if the records are relevant. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA
'Napoleon' actor takes to the ice
The actor is one of the stars in 'Blades of Glory' with Will Ferrell. By BRIAN McTAVISH KANSAS
Report: Many losing homes
Many borrowers owe more than their homes are worth. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Rihanna's showing sexy side
The singer's successes seem likely to continue. By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW
Was journalist with AP from 1964 to 1999
He was praised for the quality of his work and devotion to his family. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Jacob O.
Big men on tap
Big men on tap The Ohio State-Georgetown game will produce one finalist for the title of best team
Tuskegee Airmen honored
More than 300 of the original Tuskegee Airmen attended the ceremony. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON
Canfield tops Warren Harding in 7th
Anthony Guerrieri hit a pair of homers in the same inning to power Girard. WARREN -- The Canfield