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YSU women play well but lose again

The Youngstown State women’s basketball team turned in one of its finest performances of the season

Lisbon man critical after Youngstown shooting

YOUNGSTOWN — A 39-year-old Lisbon man, Robert McMaster, was in critical condition Saturday night in

Navy center changes command

Navy Lt. Cmdr. Fredrick S. Vincenzo, a 1993 graduate of the Naval Academy, took change of the Navy

Hickey is interim leader at TMH

WARREN — Todd Hickey has been appointed interim president and chief executive officer of Trumbull

Mancini to host post-fight party

Boardman trustees to meet Sunday about revenue, expenses

BOARDMAN — Township revenue and expenses will be the topic when Boardman Township trustees have a

NASCAR warns Stewart, Busch

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch were ordered to steer clear of each other

Pens win to take over first place

PITTSBURGH (AP) — If Evgeni Malkin keeps playing like this, Sidney Crosby may have an unexpected

VIDEO: Political talk with Bertram and Dr. Bill Binning

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Kids show their knowledge at science fair

YOUNGSTOWN — A big concern for Brett Wilson is global warming and its potentially devastating

Civil War-era characters in one-man show

YOUNGSTOWN — Charles Garlick died nearly a hundred years ago, but this Black History Month he will

Criminal justice fair is Feb. 16

YOUNGSTOWN — Where can you find a bomb robot, doughnut-eating contest and McGruff the Crime Dog?

4,200 can get school vouchers

YOUNGSTOWN — At least 4,200 children in the tri-county area are eligible to apply for state

How’s Mayor Jay Williams doing?

YOUNGSTOWN — A cold evening inside one of the city’s most historic buildings more than five years

Gulf is wide between 2010 believers and cynics

YOUNGSTOWN — Seven years ago, they said the Youngstown 2010 plan could change the city’s fate.

Toledo mayor pulls plug on Marines’ training

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — The mayor of Toledo, Ohio, pulled the plug on a plan by Marine reservists

Yahoo board starts to devise response to Microsoft’s bid

Microsoft has until March 13 to propose a new slate for Yahoo’s board. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Yahoo

East Fairfield United Methodist Church holding a Jesus party

Jesus party NEW WATERFORD — East Fairfield United Methodist Church, 45675 state Route 517, just

Relationships among man, victims emerge

The city worker stabbed both his estranged wife and a woman with whom he’d sought a relationship.

Shooter had fought with city hall long before he killed 5

The mayor was hospitalized in critical condition, and a newspaper reporter was ‘satisfactory.’

Eagles soar to defeat L. East

Warren Harding clinch a share of the Steel Valley Conference title. YOUNGSTOWN — David Colbert

Hannon close to record

NEW WILM-INGTON, Pa. — Craig Hannon, a senior guard for the Westminster College basketball team from

Scoring outbursts carry McDonald past M. Ridge

Lance Ronghi scored 24 points to lead the Blue Devils. MINERAL RIDGE — In a hard-fought battle

U.S. scrambling to keep Afghanistan pact intact

Editorial: Two top Bush administration officials sought this week to put a positive spin on the U.S.-led war in

Poland seals MAC title

The Bulldogs poured in 32 points in the first quarter en route to an 86-71 win. POLAND — The

Adventures in agriculture

COSI on Wheels, an interactive science exhibit, visited Market Street Elementary. BOARDMAN —

Blaney hopeful entering season

The Trumbull County native is driving for Bill Davis Racing. HIGH POINT, N.C. — If the testing

Cribbs ready to say Aloha

The Browns’ speedy kick-return specialist hopes to streak in the Pro Bowl. Let the last be

Bankers to teach savings lessons

Almost 90 percent of youths have not taken a class in personal finance, studies show. WASHINGTON —

Canadian singer Feist just having fun

The 32-year-old is up for four Grammys on Sunday. NEW YORK — Feist’s musical palette contains

In crises, remember God’s power is with us

The promises of God are real and his faithfulness will never fail us. We have nothing to fear as

Local association meetings

ASSOCIATIONS X Northeast Homeowners and Concerned Citizens Association will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday

Rallying for Hillary Strickland: Clinton has what it takes

The governor helped kick off the Youngstown-area Clinton campaign. AUSTINTOWN — Gov. Ted

Austintown man arrested on rape charge

YOUNGSTOWN — Eric D. Johnston, 48, of Howard Avenue, Austintown, was arrested at his home on a

April wedding set for Jaclyn Morris and Joseph Steiner

X Jaclyn A. Morris and Joseph W. Steiner, both of 1851 Township Road 1255, Ashland, plan to marry in

Crosby practices, unsure on return

The Penguins’ ace still is nursing an ankle injury. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby practiced with

Shuttle appears undamaged, check shows

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Atlantis’ astronauts spent their first full day in orbit Friday

Deaths mount in tornado’s wake

The first wave of funerals took place Friday. LAFAYETTE, Tenn. (AP) — The Rev. Michael L. Welch

’Hounds’ playoff hopes take a hit in 5-1 setback

Youngstown’s hopes hinge on must-win games tonight and Sunday. YOUNGSTOWN — Score round one of

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP - Expecting growth

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP Expecting growth Here are three major projects resident can look for soon.

Auto sellers begin to brace, prepare for turbulent times

Auto dealers are preparing for rough times. DETROIT (AP) — When thousands of U.S. auto dealers

Lenten services and programs planned

YOUNGSTOWN — The Midlothian Ministerium plans a series of Lenten evening services, all scheduled at

Charges mulled in Warren gambling

The house was making 75 percent of wagers at Treasure Island, leaving customers with 25 percent,

KINDERGARTEN Registration

KINDERGARTEN Registration Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the

Boardman’s Simione in Coaches Hall of Fame

Boardman’s Simione in Coaches Hall of Fame BOARDMAN — Eric Simione, head coach of the Boardman

CW smacks down pro wrestling series

NEW YORK (AP) — Pro wrestling is getting smacked down by the CW network. The long-running “Friday

SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR

‘“I stand at the door and knock,” says the Lord. What a wonderful privilege that the Lord of

Tough day leads to muddled leaderboard

Tim Herron holds a one-shot lead at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am. PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Tim

EILEEN W. NOVOTNY Background

Eileen W. Novotny is a certified spiritual adviser. “I’ve had a vocation ... a calling to this,” she

Applications available for festival art show

YOUNGSTOWN — The 10th Annual Summer Festival of the Arts is accepting artist applications for the

Author: Evolution theory called racist

The museum’s founder isn’t the first who has tried to tie Darwin with racism. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP)

LOCAL TOPICS | Sunday news programs

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

Luncheon, fashion show planned as fundraiser for Altrusa Club project

POLAND — Altrusa Club of Youngstown has planned a Sweetheart of a Lunch to be held Thursday at

Today is Saturday, Feb. 9, the 40th day of 2008. There are 326 days left in the year. On this date

“Jackass: 24 Hour Takeover” (noon, MTV): Johnny Knoxville and pals are in charge, so

“Jackass: 24 Hour Takeover” (noon, MTV): Johnny Knoxville and pals are in charge, so close your

New trick can teach an old dog

Dear Heloise: When my aged dog’s kidneys began to fail, the doctor suggested that in addition to

Minnie Bryant, John Taylor to be married

X YOUNGSTOWN —Announcing their engagement and plans for their upcoming marriage are Minnie (Rosie)

Ohio State University seeking alumni award nominations

COLUMBUS — The Ohio State University Alumni Association is seeking nominations for its 50th annual

For hectic lives, rabbis will make office calls

People interested in reconnecting with their faith can call these rabbis. NEW YORK (AP) — Jewish

James has late surge to net win

The Cavaliers, missing four of their top seven scorers to injuries, rallied to win. ATLANTA (AP) —

Preschool earns another accreditation

The local program is among the first to meet the new higher standards. BOARDMAN — Boardman United

Speaking on splits in Baptist church

As Bill Clinton tells the story, it wasn’t your typical Baptist prayer breakfast. The guest of

Vross-Steinbrunn troth announced, wedding planned

X BOARDMAN — A spring wedding is planned by Angela Vross and Daniel Steinbrunn, both of 407

Pupils dress down, help center by donating

YOUNGSTOWN — Pupils at Youngstown Christian School normally must adhere to the school dress code

Poll: To end recession, pull out of Iraq

About leaving Iraq: 65 percent of Democrats say it would help the economy. WASHINGTON (AP) — The

Program to fund teaching of importance of farming

COLUMBUS — A new grant program would provide funding for schools to teach youngsters about the

Missing man sought

Missing man sought YOUNGSTOWN — Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Albert D. Byrd III, 33, of

People becoming Catholic to mark Rite of Election

YOUNGSTOWN — Within the six-county Catholic Diocese of Youngstown, there are 388 men, women and

‘Shirley’ is manipulated by control a freak

Dear Annie: I am a very active 65-year-old widower and have found a 60-year-old lady with whom I

Her visa denied, Winehouse won’t perform at Grammys

LONDON (AP) — Amy Winehouse will not attend this year’s Grammy Awards because her request for a visa

Mass and reception planned Feb. 17 for health care workers

YOUNGSTOWN — The 12th annual White Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 17 at St. Columba Cathedral,

Man surrenders in wife’s shooting death

The indictment contends that the defendant was a chronic alcoholic. LISBON — A Wellsville man

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Program connects farmers, consumers consumers consumers

YOUNGSTOWN — City resident Elsa Higby has a new concept for Youngstown: Buy local. The 41-year-old

Will Daughtry be heard but not seen at Grammys?

Will Daughtry be heard but not seen at Grammys? BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Daughtry has four Grammy

HIRING TIPS

HIRING TIPS For cleaning help Katie Burkey, owner of Molly Maid in Girard, offers the following

Business news digest

REGION Indalex lays off 20 at Niles extrusion plant NILES — Indalex laid off 20 workers this

Canfield swim team breaks six records

The Cardinals placed second in the sectional meet behind Akron Firestone. AKRON — The Canfield

Drug offenders need action, not words

Opinion: Visiting Baltimore last week, President Bush shared his struggles against alcohol addiction with

Mayor says he’ll veto plan to buy 6 police cars at once

The mayor said the city administration must be aware of its spending. GIRARD — Plans to buy

Burglary victim surprised by identity of one suspect

The same three suspects are charged in two break-ins involving the same victims. CANFIELD —

Friday's boys basketball results

FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Mooney 69, Chaney 59 Warren JFK 61, East 55 Warren

Testimony: Condition of body prevented cause-of-death ruling

The prosecution in the trial of a former Canton police officer rested its case Friday. CANTON (AP)

Couple gets probation for endangering

YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning Avenue couple who pleaded guilty to reduced charges of child endangering

Stewart, Busch center of wreck in Speedweeks

It is uncertain if they will be punished by NASCAR. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Speedweeks got off

Chrysler plans cuts in products, dealers

The automaker is looking at cutting the number of models by up to half. DETROIT (AP) — Chrysler

Electric chair outlawed

The ruling was made in the case of a man who killed a 3-year-old boy and fed the body parts to a

“Let my prayer come before thee: incline thine ear unto my cry.”

“Let my prayer come before thee: incline thine ear unto my cry.” Psalm 88:2

Absentee ballots to set a record

COLUMBUS (AP) — Election officials expect the number of Ohio voters using absentee ballots for the

Portable scales help police to catch overweight trucks

Ohio’s fines for overweight trucks were last increased in 1988. DAYTON (AP) — When police go

U.S. law to cut into port profits

A new federal law could force vacationers to change cruise plans. PORTLAND, Maine (AP) —

Striking writers scrutinize proposal

The walkout could end Monday if the contract is accepted. LOS ANGELES (AP) — The now 3-month-old

Three Trumbull arrests linked to meth probe

Meth is a problem in northern Trumbull County, the sheriff says. BLOOMFIELD — For months,

Delta-Northwest merger expected to trigger others

Will United and Continental be far behind? DALLAS (AP) — The Delta-Northwest combination inching

U.S. allies strike, alleging police chief runs death squad

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Members of U.S.-allied citizen brigades, which are credited with helping to tamp

Gates links war in Iraq to Afghanistan shortage

MUNICH, Germany (AP) — Lingering anger in Europe over the U.S. invasion of Iraq explains why some

3 shot to death in college classroom

The shooter left class and came back with a gun, fired six rounds, reloaded and shot herself in the

The big word in Liberty: growth

The township administrator said major projects are on the horizon. LIBERTY — Business leaders

REBATE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Here are the details

Beginning this spring, more than 130 million people will get rebate checks from the government in

Presidential contests for both parties today

Washington offers 78 delegates for the Democratic hopefuls. WASHINGTON (AP) — By their presence,

‘Barber Shop Quartet’ is a family affair

Opinion: Recently while waiting my turn for my monthly haircut at Matt Polkovitch’s All Ohio State

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Kurtis and Ricquita Townsend, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 7. Tim

N. Falls finishes 12-0 in league

Lakeview, Crestview, Leetonia and Western Reserve were also winners. NEWTON FALLS — The Newton

No TAC at stake, but Champion, Eagles play hard

Missing inside shots hurt Hubbard in a 68-62 loss. HUBBARD — Though both teams were eliminated

Democrats continue to rake in donations

Democrats are still counting votes in New Mexico. WASHINGTON — Nearly tied in convention

Phantoms are subdued, but retain second place

Derek Grogan and goalie Beau Christian led the Rangers’ 6-2 victory. BOARDMAN — Derek Grogan

The 21st annual Youngstown Professional Firefighters Awards dinner

FIREFIGHTER AWARDS Honorees The 21st annual Youngstown Professional Firefighters Awards dinner

Man, 20, charged in stabbing death

LAKE MILTON — One stab wound killed a 28-year-old Diamond man, the coroner said. The death of Eric

Mooney rallies to spill Chaney, 69-59

L.J. Sutton, Mike Gemma and Tim Marlowe spearheaded the Cardinals. YOUNGSTOWN —Once Cardinal

Man charged in fatal stabbing

LAKE MILTON — One stab wound killed a 28-year-old Diamond man, the coroner said. The death of Eric

Clinton will unify the GOP in the fall

Opinion: LOS ANGELES — Forewarned, Democrats now are forearmed — not that they will necessarily make sensible

Settle Indian trust case

Opinion: Seattle Times: An exasperated federal judge has reached a logical conclusion regarding a century of

Cardinals rule

Cardinals rule The Canfield High boys swimming team broke four school records and one meet record

2 charged in arson are brothers of man held in fire that killed 6

The house police say they torched is near the house where six died. YOUNGSTOWN — The two younger

Voinovich endorses McCain’s candidacy

COLUMBUS (AP) — U.S. Sen. George Voinovich of Ohio has endorsed fellow Sen. John McCain’s

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