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Anthony’s 27 lead Denver over Cavs
CLEVELAND — Carmelo Anthony scored 27 points, All-Star sidekick Allen Iverson added 25 and the
Minorities urged to seek jobs on Youngstown police force
YOUNGSTOWN — He may still be in training, but Damon Perry knows well that sometimes police officers’
Boardman trustee proposes cost-cutting ideas
BOARDMAN — Stay tuned for more discussion on the township’s sagging revenue. Township trustees met
Malkin leads Penguins over Flyers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored a goal and set up three others, giving him seven points in
Struthers ends MAC season with win
CAMPBELL — Ashley Galbraith scored 25 points and Halle Minchin-Skook added 17, leading Struthers
Loew still the same tough guy
YOUNGSTOWN — Jack Loew had just returned home from Atlantic City, where his fighter, Kelly Pavlik,
SteelHounds defeat Mississippi, 4-0
YOUNGSTOWN — Losing leading scorer Eric Przepiorka after a jarring check into the boards had the
YSU’s Rich Center to study home outreach for autistic
YOUNGSTOWN — The Rich Center for Autism will use a $113,000 gift from Toula Phillips and her late
McDonald Cub Scout uses Heimlich to save brother’s life
McDONALD — Dinner began last Monday with corn dogs for 7-year-old Dominic Hathaway and Patrick
Help is at hand in Valley for postpartum depression
STRUTHERS — Jodi Kluchar hit a low point about two weeks after her son was born eight years ago.
Computers to replace meter readers in Niles
NILES — Meter readers here will be going the way of home milk deliveries and doctor house calls in
Payday lending: helping hand or trap?
Frank Sinkovich is proud to be a payday lender. He figures the loans from his Boardman business
City residents work to take back neighborhoods
Part Two of a four-part series — Youngstown 2010: A plan confronts reality YOUNGSTOWN — The
A lighter touch on criminal justice
Police dogs and dogs who visit health-care facilities will attend. YOUNGSTOWN — Where can you
Shooting leaves man ‘critical’
The shooting occurred after one man whistled at another man’s girlfriend. YOUNGSTOWN — A 39-year-
New vision for Youngstown advances; old challenges hinder progress
YOUNGSTOWN — Six years ago, they said the Youngstown 2010 plan could change the city’s fate.
Wind farms grow, sap supply of technicians
Taking care of the equipment involves highly specialized skills. LINCOLN, Kan. (AP) — The line of
Upcoming Valley events
VETERANS Banquet for officers YOUNGSTOWN — The United Veterans Council’s 66th Installation of
Taylor gone, but not forgotten
Three Redskins will wear No. 21 at today’s Pro Bowl. HONOLULU (AP) — There’s one player missing
WRTA is a city thing
Opinion: WRTA is a city thing EDITOR: Why would anyone other than those living in Youngstown support the
Battling to pay auto loans
Late sending in the money for the car? You’re not alone. Auto loan delinquencies are running at
New ships, more luxury
Experts expect prices to be competitive. NEW YORK (AP) — More choices in food, activities,
Crowe’s Cabinets building a solid future
LOWELLVILLE — Most people have more than a 60-foot commute to work. Some members of the Crowe
Reasearch finds tailgating has become serious business
Companies find that camping gear is well-suited for tailgating. A century ago, Coleman made its
UConn rebounds from loss
Top 10 teams Baylor and California also won. SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. — Maya Moore had 28 points and 14
Teen girls’ alcohol, drug use on rise
They now equal or exceed the boys in dangerous behavior, surveys show. WASHINGTON — She lost
Team Clemens trying celebrity diplomacy plan
As opening acts go, this one belonged center stage in the theater of the absurd. There was Roger
City high schools are victims of unfair Vindicator coverage of isolated events
Opinion: EDITOR: January 25, a fight broke out between two Youngstown city students at the East-Chaney
43-year-old Bonds still looking for work
The Giants have moved on. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The home run king is currently unemployed. Spring
Innovations in steam heat
If you are anything like us, your first morning challenge during cold winter months is maintaining
Super delegates key in Dem race
Ohio and Pennsylvania will be important players. Neither Hillary Rodham Clinton nor Barack Obama
Rogue informant leaves trail of botched drug sting
The government’s drug sting was based on a tips from Jerrell Bray, a small-time operator who offered
Trail marker IDs blues musician’s birthplace
HAZLEHURST, Miss. (AP) — A blues trail marker has been unveiled signifying the birthplace of
Soaking in minty Listerine turns reader’s feet blue
Q. When I needed treatment for toenail fungus, my doctor suggested I soak my toes in Listerine for
SteelHounds lose in shootout
SteelHounds lose in shootout YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown SteelHounds fell to the Mississippi
2 men sentenced in felony robbery from March 2007
Another man was sentenced to jail because of an accident during a driving suspension. MERCER, Pa.
Fewer visitors to Hawaii
Fewer visitors to Hawaii According to a recent survey, the total number of visitors to Hawaii fell
Wright State ekes out 50-47 win for eighth in a row
John Barber scored a game-high 25 points for YSU and is 58 short of 1,000. YOUNGSTOWN —One team
Redskins settle on Zorn as new head coach
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Redskins hired Jim Zorn as their coach Saturday night, a surprise
Pavlik news and notes
Taylor-Pavlik III? Jermain Taylor plans to move up to super middleweight (168 pounds) following
Toronto encourages recycling with new fee
The mayor insists residents have plenty of options. TORONTO — Households in Toronto that put
Saturday’s boys basketball results
SATURDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Federal League tournament (At Canton Civic
How’s the mayor doing?
Crime reduction remains the mayor’s top priority. YOUNGSTOWN — A cold evening inside one of
McDonald routs Southern, 54-26
Joh’Vonnie Mosley had 16 points and 11 rebounds for the top-seeded Blue Devils. HUBBARD —
Cheney: Tax cuts should be permanent
HARRISBURG (AP) — A plan to deliver rebates to most taxpayers and tax relief to businesses this
Memphis stays perfect, rolls past Cent. Florida
The top-ranked Tigers extended their home winning streak to 46 games. MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Joey
The Youngstown boxer would like to return to 160 at least for another few fights.
The Youngstown boxer would like to return to 160 at least for another few fights. Usually at
Lincoln’s summer house opens
Historians say the president used the house during the Civil War. WASHINGTON (AP) — Until now, a
Luxury retailers feel economic pinch
One executive has cut her monthly clothes budget from $3,000 to $500. NEW YORK (AP)— It’s hard to
hClorox now making natural products
hClorox now making natural products More proof that green is going mainstream: The Clorox Co. has
Trend shows a move toward soft contemporary
One popular option is using glass panels with wood frames. FRESNO, Calif. — Ellen Thomas of
Obama adds caucus wins
Republican Mike Huckabee beat John McCain in Kansas caucuses. WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Barack Obama
Big Oil faces threats to its profits and future
The global companies are having a tough time finding new fields. These should be the best of
Fish getting mixed reviews in the press
Whenever a guy goes fishing, the last thing he usually says to his wife is, “Get the frying pan
Children host celebration for Kuhleys’ 50th
X STRUTHERS — Ernie and Lorna Kuhley of Struthers celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Feb. 9
Today is Sunday, Feb. 10, the 41st day of 2008. There are 325 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, Feb. 10, the 41st day of 2008. There are 325 days left in the year. On this date in
Just the girls, volunteerism and extreme action are some options
A weakened economy doesn’t appear to be stopping the adventure traveler. NEW YORK (AP) — Forget
Frost’s paintings featured
YOUNGSTOWN — A new exhibition at the Butler Institute of American Art will showcase the cross-
Laundry room location varies
Mudrooms near the kitchen or garage are a popular choice. WASHINGTON — Your preference about the
Homes being made fall-proof
Falls are the leading cause of accidental death in the elderly, surpassing vehicle crashes.
Chili Open heads to forefront
COITSVILLE — Poland Rotary is planning its annual Chili Open Golf Outing for Feb. 23 at Bedford
Valentine cards from past bring sweet rewards
The custom of sending Valentine cards Feb. 14 might date as far back as the 14th century. By the
Who’s got the best shot at a Grammy?
One critic takes a close look at the main Grammy categories. More than 18,000 members of the
Valley fugitive of the week
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Shawn L. Jones The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking
Time Capsule offers wireless backup for Macs
Back in August of 2006, I reported on Apple’s upcoming OS X 10.5 or “Leopard” operating system and
Y’town deserves to host a debate
Opinion: Democrats Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama could face-off in Cleveland later this month in a
Valentine’s big band dinner-dance, concert
Valentine’s big band dinner-dance, concert BOARDMAN — A Valentine’s Day dinner-dance-concert will
Show to benefit Rich Center
Entertainment will feature an energy-packed tribute to celebrities. BOARDMAN — “Autistically
A good law emerges from bad court case
Opinion: Legal scholars have long suggested that hard cases make bad law. With the case of Daryl R. Atkins it
Clarinetist relishes humanity in a symphony performance
Richard Stoltzman will be playing Mozart with the Youngstown Symphony. You’ll have to forgive
4,200 in Valley can get vouchers
About two dozen local private schools accept voucher enrollments. YOUNGSTOWN — At least 4,200
Outside software adds value to iTunes
You don’t need to rely on Apple Inc. to improve iTunes, the market-leading music-management
Pymatuning Township to get leftover CDBG funds for waterlines
MERCER, Pa. — Pymatuning Township is expected to receive $27,650 in leftover 2003 Community
Guest conductor to lead orchestra
Guest conductor Gisele Ben-Dor will lead the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra in Saturday’s concert.
Critics warn of higher bills if Akron sells sewer system
Although similar plans exist around the country, the city will have to work to make it a reality.
Florida to take over Weeki Wachee Springs
Florida to take over Weeki Wachee Springs WEEKI WACHEE, Fla. — The famous mermaids of Weeki Wachee
Video game reviews
‘ENDLESS OCEAN’ (Nintendo) for Wii Genre: Adventure; Rating: E Grade: C+ The life of a video
Region news: GM invites visitors to share on Web site
REGION GM invites visitors to share on Web site YOUNGSTOWN — General Motors Corp. is inviting
Castronovas mark golden anniversary with celebration
X CANFIELD — Mike and Anita Castronova, 10 Stratford Green, Canfield, formerly of McDonald,
Keeping pictures in order
Q. My wife and I take two cameras on vacation, and we each take pictures of the places we visit.
2 Komodo dragons hatch, apparently without male fertilization
DNA testing will be done to document the genetic structure. WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — Two Komodo
NHL roundup for Saturday’s games
Flyers 2, Rangers 0 PHILADELPHIA — Steve Valiquette made 31 saves to record his second straight
German coal mines thrive amid clean energy push
ROHNE, Germany — Underneath the marshy ground here is a huge deposit of cheap brown coal — manna for
Heavy smoking at apartment leads to lawsuit
NEW YORK (AP) — A couple in a famed apartment building that has been home to the likes of Babe Ruth,
George Washington U aims for affordability
George Washington University is launching a five-year plan to make the school more affordable,
Striking writers get look at deal
The guild’s board could vote as early as today. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood writers got their
South Range survives against rivals
MINERAL RIDGE — The South Range High girls basketball team turned back a second-half rally and
Latest CD reviews: K.D. Lang, Sheryl Crow, Bob Mould
‘WATERSHED’ K.D. Lang (Nonesuch) Grade: B K.D. Lang’s voice is undeniable: lush, pitch-
Hart, Singh share lead at Pebble Beach tourney
Dudley Hart shot a bogey-free round of 68. PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Dudley Hart faced his
Billy Joel will play in last concert at Shea
Billy Joel will play in last concert at Shea NEW YORK — Billy Joel will make “The Last Play at
Michigan ends 6-game skid
The Wolverines dealt Penn State its eighth loss in the last nine games, 68-63. ANN ARBOR, Mich.
Voters will expect officials to take state audit to heart
Editorial: Voter rejection, not once but twice, of a 9.5-mill levy for the financially desperate Youngstown
Mother of teen killed by police to get $1 million
CLEVELAND (AP) — The city agreed to pay $1 million to settle a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the
Shopping center at old steel site thrives
CLEVELAND (AP) — The developer of a shopping center built at the site of a former steel plant is out
Liberal Republicans and media are pushing McCain, just as they pushed out Taft
Opinion: EDITOR: The current political machinations going on in the Republican Party put me in mind of
Adoptive families caught in federal bureaucracy
The United States and Vietnam are feuding over a 2005 agreement dealing with adoptions.
Feud cools after crash at Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch were ordered to steer clear of each other
Environmentally friendly inhalers coming — at a price
Asthma inhalers are going green. And users are seeing red over paying more for the new,
Foreclosures leave pets out in the cold, overloading shelters
Dogs have been shot and dumped at the pound. LISBON — Humane workers call them “foreclosure
Tornadoes in the South are tragic reminders
Editorial: Tornadoes in the South are tragic reminders Once again, images from somewhere else in the
In devastation, faith emerges Churches reach out to tornado victims
At least one church was destroyed in the storm. LAFAYETTE, Tenn. (AP) — On the way to this storm-
Fair at YSU embraces the current issues
A few fourth-graders also showed their scientific sides. YOUNGSTOWN — A big concern for Brett
Depression often follows failed laser eye surgery
For some, the pain becomes unbearable. Patients who undergo vision-correcting laser eye surgery
Balanced attack lifts Kent State, 82-67
Miami and Ohio also earned MAC victories. KENT — Rodriguez Sherman came off the bench to score
Flu spreads as vaccines miss mark
Two strong strains of the flu aren’t components of this year’s vaccine. WASHINGTON — Seasonal
Cop, in underwear, chases down suspects
ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands (AP) — A police officer who chased armed robbery suspects clad only
Shuttle Atlantis docks at station
The docking was part of the commander’s birthday celebration. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Space
Winners of the All-City Science Fair
ALL-CITY SCIENCE FAIR Awards Thirty-five judges ranked a variety of projects at Saturday’s event
Air Force seeks technology for faster missiles
WASHINGTON — The U.S. military is quietly exploring hypersonic technology that would propel missiles
Ledger’s friends, family bid farewell
The actor’s father asked for privacy at the funeral. PERTH, Australia (AP) — Heath Ledger’s
Squawking begins over official picnic food
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Animals rights advocates are squawking at a measure that would make fried
Malkin emerges in Sid’s absence
He scored two goals as the Penguins beat the Kings, 4-2. PITTSBURGH (AP) — If Evgeni Malkin keeps
Education leaders wary of Strickland plan
In his State of the State speech, Strickland called the department ‘unwieldy’ and proposed taking
Boardman breaks 3 records
The Spartans finished fourth at Saturday’s sectional swim meet. AKRON — Boardman’s Ashley Aldan
SteelHounds rally to tie then fall in shootout
Youngstown scored the tying goal after pulling goalie Andy Franck. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown
Clippers down Beaver Local; Boardman, Fitch fall
COLUMBIANA — Saturday’s Columbiana-Beaver Local boys basketball game produced 92 first-half points.
Scullion sisters step up as Salem blasts Aurora
Howland and Warren Harding won Division I tournament games. AUSTINTOWN — The Salem High girls
Bullock keys CSU win; Butler survives a scare
The Bulldogs have won five straight since their upset loss to the Vikings. CLEVELAND — J’Nathan
Death toll reaches five, others still missing in Ga. refinery blast
PORT WENTWORTH, Ga. (AP) — Crews on Saturday found another body in the remnants of the sugar
Gospel concert to aid leader with Ohio bills
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Supporters have organized a gospel concert to help the Rev. Fred L.
Phantoms regroup to jar Rangers
After two straight losses, Mahoning Valley scored four unanswered goals to win. BOARDMAN — It
Trumbull Memorial appoints interim leader
Hickey came to Forum Health in 2005, and most recently was senior vice president of operations at
U.S. team bounces Australia in Davis Cup tennis
VIENNA, Austria (AP) — Handling its opponent with precision and power, the defending champion United
Malone board votes to become a university
CANTON (AP) — The school’s board of trustees voted unanimously Saturday to change the name of Malone
h Bride collapses, dies during reception dance
h Bride collapses, dies during reception dance DAVIE, Fla. — Kim Sjostrom wanted a real-life
Double trouble: YSU falls in 2 OTs
The Penguins played one of their best games of the season. YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State
Area milestones
MILESTONES SCOUTS Eagle award Bryan Cunningham, 18, son of Rich and Diana Fagan Cunningham of
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