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Fire destroys Austintown pizza shop

Fire destroys Austintown pizza shop AUSTINTOWN – An early morning fire destroyed Papa John’s pizza


Youths compete in creative writing

Youths compete in creative writing HOWLAND — In this age of abbreviation-loaded e-mails and


YSU’s African Marketplace draws 60 vendors

YSU’s African Marketplace draws 60 vendors YOUNGSTOWN — Saibo Kebbeth travels the country to


Love has poured from this tragedy, Rev. Simon said

Speakers used scripture, video and song to comfort the mourning family.

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Dog and pony show draws cops to South Side.

Dog and pony show draws cops to South Side. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s unusual in the city to find a pony


JFK trips Chaney in 87-80 win; Canfield rallies past Niles, 68-58

Boardman lost to Hoover in the Federal League tourney semifinals. YOUNGSTOWN — Nick Brown scored


Springfield’s hot start dooms Mineral Ridge

Crestview, South Range, Lowellville and Southern won league games. NEW MIDDLETOWN — The


Innocent pleas in fire deaths

The judge entered the pleas for the defendant. YOUNGSTOWN — Following his lawyer’s

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Hundreds pay respects to family killed in fire

One visitor said she wanted to pray for both families. YOUNGSTOWN — Child-crafted paper hearts,


Super secretary earned her rings

YOUNGSTOWN — Win or lose, these are certainly glory days for the New England Patriots, a team on the


Hanni to Hillary & Barack: Come here

The candidates aren’t ready to commit to an Ohio debate. YOUNGSTOWN — A long-dormant political


Philly wings it in lieu of football

The Wing Bowl chicken wing-eating contest began as a way to soothe Eagles fans. PHILADELPHIA (AP)


2003 Super Bowl has had lasting effect

Opinion: Superstar cyclist Lance Armstrong’s world was turned upside down on Oct. 2, 1996, the day he was


Seeking missing girl

Seeking missing girl AUSTINTOWN — Police are seeking a 17-year-old township girl who is believed


Today is Saturday, Feb. 2, the 33rd day of 2008. There are 333 days left in the year. This is

Today is Saturday, Feb. 2, the 33rd day of 2008. There are 333 days left in the year. This is


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael P. Knapick, 27, of 667 LaClede Court, Youngstown, and


Lawyer: Bomb-plot suspect mentally ill

The accused has also filed a motion seeking a new lawyer. PITTSBURGH (AP) — A woman charged in a


Coughlin, Belichick again reveal very little

The Giants mentor displayed a kinder, gentler demeanor. PHOENIX, Ariz. (AP) — Super Bowl coaches


Jurors choose death for killer

The defendant told jurors he does not remember the killing. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A Lawrence


Tagliabue tries again to reach Hall

He failed to get the necessary votes a year ago. PHOENIX (AP) — Paul Tagliabue gets another crack


Harding uses ‘heat wave’ to roll on the road, 86-51

Mooney was no match for the red-hot Raiders. YOUNGSTOWN — Once the “Microwave” heated up on


Phantoms begin big home series with 2-1 victory

St. Louis is the top team in the NAHL and it’s at the Ice Zone this weekend. BOARDMAN — The


Fitch battles to the lead in first day of EOWL meet

The Fitch Falcons put eight wrestlers into the semifinals today. CANFIELD — Despite not


’67 Cardinal Mooney graduate honored as distinguished alum

Recipients must demonstrate ‘Sanctity, Scholarship and Discipline.’ YOUNGSTOWN — A Cardinal Mooney


Lenten programs offer education and reflection

Area churches will observe Lent with a variety of programs. This a listing of information submitted


Torture unnecessary to get information

Opinion: Last October I attended a reunion of World War II veterans who worked at a secret prisoner-of-war


Notable feats in history

I will dedicate a portion of this column to some little-known black history achievements that


In the name of bass and bluegill, is Tiger better than Tom?

Amid all the great questions being asked about our world these days, one in particular has pushed my


Economy: 17,000 jobs cut in January

Job losses were widespread in various parts of the economy. WASHINGTON (AP) — Nervous employers


YSU BASKETBALL Today’s games

YSU (7-14, 3-8) vs. ILLINOIS-CHICAGO (11-10, 5-5) When: 8 p.m. Where: UIC Pavilion, Chicago.


Poland runs past Howland, 84-59, to remain unbeaten

The Bulldogs put together five scoring runs to register their 16th triumph. HOWLAND — Run,


Church youth groups show ‘souper’ way of caring about others

Last year the effort raised nearly $200,000. HACKENSACK, N.J. — It’s not just about football.


SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, D-N.Y.,


Mentally slow women used as human bombs

Violence in Baghdad had declined, and pet markets regained popularity. BAGHDAD (AP) — Two women


Family raises funds to renovate shower for teen with cerebral palsy

Andrew’s mom said he’s a typical young man who likes sports. SALEM — School is out for the day


NBA ROUNDUP

NBA ROUNDUP Friday’s games Lakers 121, Raptors 101 TORONTO — Kobe Bryant scored 46 points as


Clippers cool in the clutch, beat Bulldogs

EAST PALESTINE — Just when the East Palestine boys basketball team was about to pull off the big


Expert: Hospital closings put mentally ill at risk

Gov. Strickland announced the closings of psychiatric hospitals in Dayton and Cambridge. Closing


Voices of Faith: How can we teach youth to respect life?

Voices of Faith: How can we teach youth to respect life? The Rev. Fran T. Cary, pastor of Trinity


Friday's results Boys Basketball

FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Warren JFK 87, Chaney 80 Warren Harding 86,


CONSTANCE HETRICK ROBERT CHRISTY

CONSTANCE HETRICK ROBERT CHRISTY X STRUTHERS — Nuptial vows were exchanged by Constance R.


New Bethel elects officers, adopts budget

YOUNGSTOWN — New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., elected church officers and adopted a


Bush could have been a great president

Opinion: WASHINGTON — President Bush is a forgotten man. Giving his last State of the Union speech, he was


AT AREA CHURCHES Participants

These are among area youth groups at area churches are participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring


Reader shares hints for traveling with pets

Dear Heloise: My husband and I have a 5-pound Yorkshire terrier who travels with us most of the


Language competition set at Slippery Rock

SLIPPERY ROCK. Pa. — Nearly 1,100 high school world language students from 33 regional high schools


Death is simply the way of nature

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — All things die. Some die slowly day by day in a steady decay from mountain to


“Down Home With the Neelys” (11 a.m., Food Network): A couple from Tennessee reveal

“Down Home With the Neelys” (11 a.m., Food Network): A couple from Tennessee reveal their tasty


For engaged couples

For engaged couples VILLA MARIA, Pa. — Engaged couples are invited to attend “2008 Marriage


Pastor uses video for intriguing Lenten series

Lenten programs are a long-standing tradition at Bethel Lutheran Church. BOARDMAN — Bret


LOCAL TOPICS \ Sunday news shows

“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable


Goodell defends Spygate decision

But a high-ranking senator says the NFL’s antitrust status may be at risk. PHOENIX (AP) — Spygate


BETHEL LUTHERAN \ Lenten schedule

Pastor Bret Rizzo will present “Living Lent ... The Animals Tell the Story” for the Lenten programs


St. Charles registration

St. Charles registration BOARDMAN — Registration for St. Charles School, 7325 Westview Drive, will


Kohl’s honors helpful youths

The department store offers scholarships to kids who volunteer to help others. MENOMONEE FALLS,


CAROLYN MOWREY JAMES MANGAS

CAROLYN MOWREY JAMES MANGAS X COLUMBUS — Nuptial vows were exchanged during a 2:30 p.m. ceremony


Yo-Mah-O fundraiser will benefit scholarship fund

BOARDMAN — Yo-Mah-O Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals will


Animals have ways of dealing with cold

Over the last few weeks, low temperatures have plunged into the single digits on more than a half


Youngstown State University to be launch site of YMCA aid program

The program aids families and individuals interested in YMCA programs. YOUNGSTOWN — The YMCA of


Exxon’s $40.6B profit sets U.S. record

HOUSTON (AP) — Exxon Mobil Corp. on Friday posted the largest annual profit by a U.S. company —


Pope Benedict’s Lent message urges charity

VATICAN CITY (AP)— Pope Benedict XVI said charity was a “duty of justice” for Roman Catholics and


Meatless Fridays led to fish fry popularity

Fish dinners are common during Lent, but in the state of Wisconsin, it’s year-round. MILWAUKEE


ROBIN GLOVE IAN MARA

ROBIN GLOVE IAN MARA X CONNEAUT LAKE — Robin Glove became the bride of Ian Mara in a lakeside


SUPER BOWL This weekend’s programs

TODAY 8 a.m. (FSN Ohio) (FSN Pitt) NFL: “FSN Pro Football Preview.” 8 a.m. (NFLNet) “NFL Total


Essay contest focuses on ethics

A survey showed 38 percent of teens believe cheating is sometimes necessary. COLORADO SPRINGS,


ASH WEDNESDAY \ Services in the area

Lent, a season of spiritual renewal, begins Ash Wednesday, which is Feb. 6. Christ used a 40-day


Suspects arraigned in burglary

One of the suspects was the Canfield burglary victims’ cleaning woman. CANFIELD — Three people who


Boardman plans OVI patrols

Police plan more patrols Super Bowl Sunday. BOARDMAN — A recent spike in the number of crashes


Judge: Possible drug house is a nuisance

YOUNGSTOWN — A judge has declared a reported drug house on the city’s East Side a public nuisance


Muzzling the Marines

Muzzling the Marines Scripps Howard News Service: The city council of Berkeley, Calif., where the


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT The Vindicator mistakenly published the photograph of this man on Page B1 of


Snipes acquitted of tax fraud, conspiracy

OCALA, Fla. (AP) — Action star Wesley Snipes was found innocent of federal tax-fraud and conspiracy


Warren man, 56, convicted of rape

He will be sentenced later and could get more than 21 years in prison. WARREN — A man tried


GRAND JURY Indictments

The Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday: Mark L. Cash, 48, of North Chestnut


Budget woes keep growing

Editorial: Budget woes keep growing President Lyndon B. Johnson oversaw the first $100 billion budget and


Boccieri raises $385,248 in ’07 for Congress race

U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan raised close to $800,000 in contributions last year. If money is a good


Cutting pork could be dicey

Voters might find that projects that benefit them are on the chopping block. WASHINGTON (AP) —


Burglar steals jewelry from newswoman’s home

Burglar steals jewelry from newswoman’s home NEW YORK — A burglar posing as a construction worker


Microsoft offers $44.6B for Yahoo

Yahoo said it is studying Microsoft’s bid. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Microsoft Corp. has pounced on


OPEC decides not to pump more oil

VIENNA, Austria (AP) — OPEC decided Friday against pumping more oil in a rebuff to Washington and a


Trumbull courthouse to get prisoner entrance

Deputies will no longer escort inmates across High Street on foot. WARREN — Trumbull County


Group seeks volunteers to help with program to promote reading

Children from across Mahoning County have been invited to the free program. YOUNGSTOWN — The


Steelers’ Wilson denies claim that he urged suicide to his ex

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The ex-girlfriend of Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Cedrick Wilson says he


McDonald pulls past Sebring

The Blue Devils claimed second place in Tier Two of the ITCL. SEBRING — McDonald High boys


Tuesday contests pose risk

Up to 80 million people will vote Tuesday in 24 states. WASHINGTON — They’ve had their say, the


Fire destroys Conneaut ballroom

CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. (AP) — Fire destroyed a historic building at a financially-strapped amusement


New strain of flu not targeted by vaccine

WASHINGTON (AP) — Flu season is in full swing, with wide outbreaks in 11 states — and a new strain


Nun, 79, sentenced in 4-decade-old case

The abuses occurred during the 1960s. MILWAUKEE (AP) — A 79-year-old nun was sentenced Friday to


A recap of the San Francisco 49ers Super Bowl victories

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS The Super Bowl years A recap of the San Francisco 49ers Super Bowl


Salem officials discuss development plan for city

SALEM — Salem would be poised to become a regional economic powerhouse under a pending economic


SteelHounds snap road losing streak, beat Odessa

ODESSA, Texas — The Youngstown SteelHounds snapped their six-game road losing streak Friday by


NHL ROUNDUP Friday’s games

NHL ROUNDUP Friday’s games Rangers 3, Devils 1 NEWARK, N.J. — Chris Drury scored two goals and


Charge reduced in death of 14-month-old in Niles

WARREN — A report from the Summit County coroner’s office led to a plea bargain in which a murder


Cobalt sales continue to rise

Sales of the Chevrolet Cobalt are on a roll. The Lordstown-built model nearly posted its best


N. Falls remains on top

Kurtis Drummond came off the bench to lead Hubbard with 14 points. HUBBARD — In a game that


Jury convicts Trumbull man of rape

WARREN — A man tried for rape, kidnapping and auto theft — who caused a stir several times this week


Canfield’s Benedict gains two mat wins

He advanced to the semifinals in the EOWL meet. CANFIELD — Senior night for Canfield High’s


Phantoms edge Bandits, 2-1

Phantoms edge Bandits, 2-1 Goals by Grant Blakey and Kyle Bailey, and another excellent display


Business news digest

REGION F.N.B. Capital finances steel company purchase PITTSBURGH — F.N.B. Capital Corp., the


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