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Lawrence officials get look at plan for racetrack-casino
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Groundbreaking is getting closer for a harness racing track and casino complex
Pettitte admits HGH talk with Clemens
WASHINGTON (AP) — Roger Clemens talked in 1999 or 2000 about using human growth hormone, his former
Browns prices are on the rise
BEREA — The Browns have something to sell. They will be charging more for it and they will be
New soccer fields coming to Canfield Township
New soccer fields coming to Canfield Township CANFIELD — Legal questions have been answered
Pavlik’s impact debatable
Boxer Kelly Pavlik’s improbable rise from unknown slugger to middleweight champion has certainly
GM offers a new round of buyouts
GM offers a new round of buyouts DETROIT — General Motors Corp., eager to lower wages and staunch
Ohio program provides low-interest loans for small businesses
Ohio program provides low-interest loans for small businesses YOUNGSTOWN — State Treasurer Richard
January was good month for dealer car sales
January was good month for dealer car sales Dealers in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties
Forum Health, Hillside workers reach agreement
Forum Health, Hillside workers reach agreement HOWLAND — Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital nurses
VIDEO: Hillary Clinton here Thursday
Hillary Clinton here Thursday YOUNGSTOWN — Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham
Youngstown prison guard indicted for smuggling contraband into Elkton prison
Youngstown prison guard indicted for smuggling contraband into Elkton prison CLEVELAND — A prison
Five years in prison for deadly crash
YOUNGSTOWN — A Liberty man has been sentenced to five years in prison after he pleaded guilty to two
Snow emergency in Warren
WARREN — A snow emergency has been declared in the city of Warren, banning parking on all public
Warren schools cancel board meeting
WARREN – The Warren Board of Education meeting scheduled for tonight has been canceled. A new
Parking ban in Salem
SALEM — Parking on city streets has been banned for 24 hours starting at 5 p.m. today. Steven
Liberty school board postpones meeting till tomorrow
The Liberty Local Board of Education meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. tonight has been postponed due to
YSU closed at 2 p.m. because of weather
Due to the weather, Youngstown State University closed at 2 p.m. today. Only emergency personnel
Mahoning County libraries close due to weather
All libraries in the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County system will close at 3 p.m.
Columbiana chambers schedules annual awards banquet
COLUMBIANA — The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 55th annual Awards Banquet on
Warren-Trumbull library closes due to weather
The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library closed at 1 p.m. today (Tuesday, Feb. 12) due to inclement
Beaver trustees hire part-time secretary
NORTH LIMA — Beaver Township trustees hired Kristin Yokum as the new secretary for the township
YSU Penguin club cancels tonight’s banquet
Opinion: Due to the weather, the Youngstown State University Penguin Club Scholarship Ring Banquet scheduled
Snow ban in Bazetta Township
Bazetta Township Board of Trustees has declared a snow-emergency prohibiting parking on any township
High school basketball cancellations
Here’s a list of varsity basketball games canceled for Tuesday, as of 12:30 p.m.: Boys East
Wednesday is not too late to mail Valentine’s Day gifts
Opinion: COLUMBIANA — Last-minute gift-givers need not worry: Customers can ship Valentine’s Day gifts as
Phantoms’ Tibbett nominated for NAHL award
Mahoning Valley Phantoms goaltender Jordan Tibbett earned an honorable mention for Player of the
Hope amid gloom Tech success, upturn downtown fuel optimism
YOUNGSTOWN — Amid steep manufacturing losses and a faltering economy in the Valley, software startup
Jameson closes New Wilmington, Mohawk health centers at noon
Opinion: New Castle, Pa. — Jameson Health System will close its s Mohawk and New Wilmington community health
Walsh games postponed to Thursday
Walsh University’s scheduled men’s and women’s basketball doubleheader at Mount Vernon Nazarene
KSU Salem will close at noon
SALEM — Kent State University’s Campus announced it planned to close at noon today because of the
Second suspect jailed in library statue theft
COLUMBIANA — The second suspect in the theft of a bronze sculpture at the Columbiana Public Library
GM records largest automotive loss
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp. reported a $38.7 billion loss for 2007 on Tuesday, the largest
GM offers buyouts to all U.S. UAW workers
DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp., eager to lower wages and staunch the kinds of losses it saw in
Candle starts bedroom fire
YOUNGSTOWN — A burning candle knocked over by a 6-year-old girl started a bedroom fire at 170 W.
Mahoning County Juvenile Court closes at noon today
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Juvenile Court will close at noon today due to extreme weather
Dinner is benefit for MS patient
Dinner is benefit for MS patient STRUTHERS — A spaghetti dinner and Chinese auction will be held
Pottery workshop set
Pottery workshop set VILLA MARIA, Pa. — Villa Maria Education and Spirituality will conduct a two-
Organists to explore Lutheran hymnals
Organists to explore Lutheran hymnals CANFIELD — Youngstown Chapter of the American Guild of
Valentine’s Day party
Valentine’s Day party YOUNGSTOWN — Eastwood Village, 1096 Eastway Drive, will host a free
Former classmates plan get-togethers
REUNIONS • Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1944 will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. Monday
Odd winter continues today with mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, snow
Expect 4 to 6 inches of snow today. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley’s strange winter weather
Northside ranked in Top 10 U.S. hospitals
The hospital is also rated among the Top 10 hospitals in Ohio in several categories.
GOP blasts Dann over campaign fund use
The accusations are ridiculous, a spokesman for the Ohio attorney general from Liberty said.
Boardman delays taking action on budget deficit
Cuts could hit nearly one-third of the township’s 165 employees. BOARDMAN — There was talk of
Charge reduced to manslaughter in Lake Milton killing
AUSTINTOWN — The man accused of killing a 28-year-old Diamond man in Lake Milton on Thursday night
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 12, the 43rd day of 2008. There are 323 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 12, the 43rd day of 2008. There are 323 days left in the year. On this date
WVU courts will hear coach’s case
The university argues that it is owed $4 million because Rich Rodriguez broke his contract early.
Early black homeowners hoping to acquire historic recognition
Other black neighborhoods have applied for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Can America still fight the ‘shadow’ war?
Opinion: Most modern wars have been fought in two very different ways. The first way is the obvious one in
YSU hockey lose twice
YSU Hockey team loses 2 YOUNGSTOWN — The YSU hockey team suffered two losses over the weekend —
Girard council agrees to buy 6 cruisers; mayor plans veto
About $27,000 was spent on maintenance for the 12-car fleet in 2006. GIRARD — City council has
Their 38-year-old son is a habitual liar
Dear Annie: My husband and I are at the end of our rope. Our 38-year-old son is a habitual liar. He
Ursuline, Rootstown roll in Div. III
Jaleesa Beverly scored 18 points to lead the Irish past Campbell. MINERAL RIDGE — Strong
Getting rid of urban blight
On Oak Hill Avenue, the area around St. Patrick’s Church has been transformed by the razing of vacant buildings.
A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
A summary of criminal activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township: CANFIELD Feb. 8
O’Neal practices with Suns for first time
He showed no sign of his hip injury, but his return date to play has not been determined. PHOENIX
Judge declares mistrial in microwaved-baby case
The judge said that the defense would need time to assess the new evidence. DAYTON (AP) — A judge
Amanda Glozer, Nicholas Hauch set wedding date
X BOARDMAN — Dennis and Connie Glozer announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Glozer, and
New Middletown begins the process to raise the pay for firefighters, EMTs
The ordinance must pass two additional readings before it can become law. NEW MIDDLETOWN —
Boardman man hospitalized after beating
AUSTINTOWN — George S. Stephens, 38, of Stratford Road, Boardman, was in the intensive care unit of
“NAACP Image Awards” (8 p.m., Fox): The great Stevie Wonder gets his props tonight
“NAACP Image Awards” (8 p.m., Fox): The great Stevie Wonder gets his props tonight during the 39th
Yahoo rebuffs offer by Microsoft
Yahoo board indicates it would be willing to negotiate a higher price. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Yahoo
McCain may align too often with Bush
Opinion: A recurring pattern in American presidential politics is voters’ tendency to pick someone with
Retiring firefighter snubbed by Hubbard elected officials
Opinion: Retiring firefighter snubbed by Hubbard elected officials EDITOR: Recently we had the honor and
Fossesca-Hogan engagement is being announced
X YOUNGSTOWN — Announced by Mr. and Mrs. James Fossesca, 3298 S. Wendover Circle, is the engagement
April wedding set for Lisa James and Jeffrey Appod
X NILES — Patricia James, 58 Mill Creek Road, announces the engagement of her daughter, Lisa Marie
Winger-Holtzman wedding to be in Harrisburg Church
X CANFIELD — Announced by Julie and John Wilcox, 4136 S. Turner Road, is the engagement of their
A fatal hit-skip is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week:
A fatal hit-skip is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime: Fatal hit-
Is obesity debate overblown?
Opinion: Star Tribune, Minneapolis: So are too many Americans too fat — or not? According to contrarian
GM SUV fires probed
GM SUV fires probed WASHINGTON — The government is investigating reports of engine fires in
Trampler matched Pavlik optimally
The Top Rank matchmaker brought the middleweight along carefully. On Jan. 23, 2004 — 19 fights
Family escapes fire
Family escapes fire YOUNGSTOWN — Sixteen occupants, from 8 months to 35 years old, were found
Vindy.com News Podcast for February 12, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Tuesday, February 12, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Boardman Township trustees, regular meeting, 6 p.m., government center, 8299
Travel hints make trips a little easier
Dear Heloise: Not being a frequent traveler and never having any previous problems with canceled
Love’s in the air in more ways than one
Opinion: Valentine’s Day is Thursday. And that means love is in the air. Or maybe in the pheromones.
Massie-Wilmer wedding to be in South Carolina
X CANFIELD — Mr. and Mrs. John J. Massie, 3860 Villa Rosa Drive, are announcing the engagement of
German Federal Cartel Office raids the offices of chocolate, candy makers
One candy maker says increasing cocoa and nut costs led to a price increase. BERLIN (AP) — The
Temps dip to minus 40 in ‘Icebox’
The low in Winter, Wisc., hit 25 below zero. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — It lived up to its name: The
J.C. Penney pins its hopes on Polo Ralph Lauren
The retailer continues to upgrade its stores with exclusive labels. NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S.
Online dating sites split on background checks
Some sites argue that background checks offer no extra protection. NEW YORK (AP) — As Valentine’s
TEMPERATURES | Cold days
TEMPERATURES | Cold days Low temperatures for Sunday and Monday, the record lows for Feb. 10 and
NEW CEO Quaker Steak
NEW CEO Quaker Steak Previous employment for Ken Cole, who was hired as chief executive of Quaker
X Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1944 will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. Monday at
X Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1944 will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. Monday at DeMarco’s
Girard mayor’s veto threat reflects necessary caution
Editorial: The ink is barely dry on the city of Girard’s budget that, for the first time in eight years, paints
Warren man charged in rape
WARREN — A 36-year-old Warren man was charged Monday in the weekend rape of a woman. James W.
McCartney divorce battle is back in court
McCartney divorce battle is back in court LONDON — Paul McCartney and Heather Mills returned to
NHL Round-up for Monday’s game
Stars 2, Coyotes 1 DALLAS — Mike Modano scored the go-ahead goal on a power play with 3:12
Report: 1 in 5 Americans will be foreign-born by 2050
WASHINGTON — By the year 2050, nearly one in five Americans will be foreign-born, 29 percent of the
Stout-Farkas plans to wed in May are announced
X SHEFFIELD LAKE — Nancy Stout and Steven Farkas, both of 5115 E. Lake Road, Apt. 307, Sheffield
Waterboarding the same as water torture
Opinion: Last week, much to my dismay, government officials testified before Congress that the United States
Fugitive sought in homicide Nov. 15 in Campbell is caught
YOUNGSTOWN — A 23-year-old fugitive sought in a Campbell homicide has been captured. Melvin E.
Quaker Steak taps Sizzler USA executive
The new CEO’s contacts are expected to help Quaker Steak to grow. SHARON, Pa. — A Los Angeles
Blind Boys of Alabama seeks younger audience
The Blind Boys of Alabama’s new album is its most contemporary. Attempting to reach younger
Valentine’s Day party
Valentine’s Day party YOUNGSTOWN — Eastwood Village, 1096 Eastway Drive, will host a free
‘Pretty Boy’ Floyd to be discussion topic
SALEM — Atty. Timothy R. Brookes will discuss Depression-era criminal Charles “Pretty Boy” Floyd at
South Range will get state funds
COLUMBUS — The State Controlling Board approved spending authority for the Ohio School Facilities
South Side man to face federal charges
A second defendant had possession of a gun stolen from Miller Rod & Gun. YOUNGSTOWN — A complaint
New Middletown Lions Club to fund Seeing Eye dog project
NEW MIDDLETOWN — The New Middletown Lions Club will present $8,000 to Pilot Dogs of Ohio today for
Ex-police officer details pregnant woman’s death
Cutts said he tried to call 911, but the cell phone wouldn’t work. CANTON (AP) — A former police
Tolkien’s estate sues studio
Tolkien’s estate claims 7.5 percent of gross receipts from the ‘Rings’ movies. LOS ANGELES (AP) —
Rankin held in drug case
The defendant was wanted on a parole violation in a robbery case out of Cuyahoga County. YOUNGS-
Sex offender wins $10M lottery; attention may cost him jail time
BOSTON (AP) — A man listed as one of the state’s most dangerous sex offenders has won $10 million in
Pentagon charges six in Sept. 11 terror attacks
Pentagon charges six in Sept. 11 terror attacks WASHINGTON — The Pentagon on Monday charged six
Officer found guilty in hit-and-run accident
COLUMBUS (AP) — A Columbus police officer pleaded no contest Monday in a hit-and-run driving case
Huckabee shows no signs of stepping aside
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — At a private meeting of conservatives in the House of Representatives last
Even people with chronic diseases are living longer
Lifestyle plays a large role in longevity, studies show. CHICAGO (AP) — Living to 100 is easier
Future nurses seek job edge
Tuition assistance, internships and job prospects drew students to the event. YOUNGSTOWN —
Magic moment: Cavs (finally) find some good fortune
Larry Hughes scored a season-high 40 points to lead Cleveland past Orlando. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) —
Funds OK’d for Kent Trumbull
COLUMBUS — The State Controlling Board released $260,940 Monday for renovations at Kent State
Cuts planned if Lakeview levy fails
The plan also calls for the implementation of pay-to-play sports and extra-curricular activities.
Patience needed after writers strike
Some shows aren’t expected to return until fall. NEW YORK — No more writers on picket lines.
New Waterford man’s trial starts
LISBON — A man went on trial Monday in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court on charges that he had
Poland High boys basketball gets acclaim as AP’s top Div. II team
Warren Harding (17-1) finished sixth in the Div. I poll, while Wellsville (18-1) was sixth in Div.
Residents starts petition drive against Wal-Mart
CANFIELD — A township resident has created a petition that he hopes residents will sign to show
Obama, McCain look strong for primaries Hillary Clinton remains positive about her position
Sen. McCain appeared unconcerned by his weak showing over the weekend. COLLEGE PARK, Md. —
Violence increasing in Baghdad
February will be the third straight month to see an increase in violence. BAGHDAD, Iraq —
Former astronaut Glenn to endorse Clinton
COLUMBUS (AP) — Former astronaut and U.S. Sen. John Glenn planned to endorse Hillary Rodham
Middle School basketball ITCL upper tier 8th grade girls tournament
MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL ITCL UPPER TIER 8TH-GRADE GIRLS TOURNAMENT First round Springfield 48,
Leopards go down to wire in 62-55 win
Chagrin Falls Kenston knocked off Cardinal Mooney, 45-40. AUSTINTOWN — The Poland High girls
DeRosa’s NBA life not a bed of roses because of pace
The Lowellville native is on pace to work more than 70 regular season games. BOARDMAN — Life
Cleveland State beats Wisconsin-Green Bay
Ill.-Chicago was a 24-point winner over Valparaiso . CLEVELAND — J’Nathan Bullock scored a
MLB: New and notes
Rocker claims he flunked test: John Rocker claims he flunked a drug test ordered by Major League
Clemens session minus three
For Wednesday’s hearing, Andy Pettitte and two others were told they weren’t needed. WASHINGTON
Around the state news
STATE Emotional testimony at Cutts’ murder trial k Former Canton patrolman Bobby Cutts Jr. wipes
Familiar names pop up in new places, new races
Juan Pablo Montoya’s successful rookie season inspired other open-wheelers to join the fun.
Boys of Daytona mostly behavin’
Unlike last year, cheating hasn’t been an issue this season, yet. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Two-
Canadiens’ O’Byrne, Kostopoulos arrested
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Ryan O’Byrne and Thomas Kostopoulos joined their Montreal teammates for practice
Kelly Pavlik: News and notes
Mr. Youngstown: Although Kelly Pavlik never set out to be Youngstown’s hero, he’s aware of the
Defenseman Maslonka is called to a higher level
YOUNGSTOWN — SteelHounds defenseman Milan Maslonka has been called up the American Hockey League’s
Zednik lucky player despite slice, surgery
The player had his carotid artery nearly severed. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Florida Panthers forward
Hoover girls make short work of Fitch in opener
Kyle Randall went on a 40-point scoring spree in Kennedy Catholic’s victory. ALLIANCE —
Hectic life for NBA ref
Hectic life for NBA ref Joe DeRosa spent a brief respite from his hectic pace as an NBA official
Lowellville, Mathews set for sectional final
Chelsea Marrie had 17 points and 14 rebounds in her first start for the Rockets. HUBBARD —
Top 25 Round-up for College basketball Monday’s games
MEN No. 8 Georgetown 55, Villanova 53 WASHINGTON — Jonathan Wallace, fouled in the backcourt by
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