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Stories published February 13, 2008
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Taylor’s plan: Go after Pavlik all night
LAS VEGAS — Jermain Taylor stepped straight into boxing’s brightest lights Wednesday and calmly
Bowker leads Crestview over Lisbon
Chelsea Bowker scored 10 of her 24 points in the fourth quarter leading the Crestview High girls
Boardman rolls in tourney opener
Courtney Schiffauer had 17 points and five rebounds while playing only half of the game, as Boardman
Struthers knocks off unbeaten Southeast
The Struthers High girls basketball team defeated No. 2-seeded and unbeaten Southeast, 62-55, in a
Lake Milton couple honored by governor
Lake Milton couple honored by governor COLUMBUS — Gov. Ted Strickland and first lady Frances
Cafaro Foundation makes donation to Beatitude House
Cafaro Foundation makes donation to Beatitude House WARREN — The Cafaro Family Foundation is
Fundraiser set Thursday for Salem teen’s bathroom
Fundraiser set Thursday for Salem teen’s bathroom BOARDMAN — A local restaurant will help a Salem
Clinton to visit GM Lordstown on Thursday
YOUNGSTOWN — Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton’s visit Thursday to the
Warren will lift snow emergency designation at 6 p.m.
WARREN – The snow emergency that prohibits parking on all city streets will be lifted at 6 p.m.
Heidi Hanni’s sign must come down
YOUNGSTOWN — The large banner touting Heidi A. Hanni’s candidacy as Mahoning County prosecutor that
Waste Management halts residential collection for today
Opinion: Due to icy roads, Waste Management collection service has been canceled for the rest of today for
Sex offender sentenced for failure to register his address
Opinion: LISBON — A man has been sentenced to five years in prison for being a sexually oriented offender who
Armstrong pay-per-view orders up for Pavlik-Taylor rematch
Interest is running high for Kelly Pavlik’s rematch against Jermain Taylor, if pay-per-view orders
YSU provost search progresses
YOUNGSTOWN — The committee searching for a new provost and vice president of academic affairs at
Youngstown, Mahoning County libraries won’t open till 1:30 p.m.
YOUNGSTOWN — Opening is delayed until 1:30 p.m. today for all libraries in the Public Library of
Vindy.com News Podcast for February 13, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Wednesday, February 13, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Andrew Gaug.
Clinton challenge to Obama: Meet me in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton is coming Thursday to the
Car sales in Valley rose in January
New vehicle sales jumped 15 percent in the Valley last month. Dealers in Mahoning, Trumbull and
GM offers new round of buyouts
Production workers can receive $45,000 to retire. DETROIT — General Motors Corp., eager to lower
Help for new moms suffering depression
About 6.5 percent to 12.9 percent of women experience major or minor depression after childbirth.
Trustees standardize policy on mailboxes
Trustees will pay $25 to any township resident whose mailbox is destroyed. CANFIELD — For many
Lawrence officials get look at plan for racetrack-casino
The complex eventually could include a 300-room hotel. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Groundbreaking is
Area Hockey news
AREA Tibbett named by NAHL BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Phantoms goaltender Jordan Tibbett was
Jury deliberates in Cutts case
The jury was sequestered overnight and is expected to resume deliberations today. CANTON (AP) — A
Do the math: delay detected
Although no impropriety was implied, an error was apparent. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The inventor
Crow offers heartbreak, survivor’s spirit
This time around, the singer’s not holding back. NEW YORK — Not much scares Sheryl Crow these
Recession or not, times are tough for some business owners
CHICAGO — When economists debate whether the U.S. is in recession, they calculate the thousands of
Get your Browns tickets!
Get your Browns tickets! Ticket prices for Cleveland Browns games have been raised from their 2007
Kelly Pavlik news & notes
Inside Boxing: “Inside Boxing” on WBBW-AM 1240 will air “Sendoff for a Champion with Kelly ‘The
Study: Most older men can delay the treatment of prostate cancer
Prostate cancer treatments are difficult for older men. Older men with early-stage prostate
NBA Round-up for Tuesday
Nets 92, Timberwolves 88 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Bostjan Nachbar came off the bench in the second
Canseco refutes trainer’s claims
Roger Clemens has a surprise ally. WASHINGTON (AP) — Former major leaguer Jose Canseco told
Obama moves ahead of Clinton with sweep
McCain moved closer to winning the Republican nomination for president. WASHINGTON — Is Hillary
Wintry mix whips across Ohio
Some municipalities ordered people not to leave their cars on the street. If you can hold out
Toyota is serious contender, not a NASCAR afterthought
The inclusion of Joe Gibbs Racing to the manufacturer’s ranks has helped. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP)
Modest food, moderate servings
During the Lenten season, which began with last week with Ash Wednesday, many religious
China isn’t living up to its pre-Olympic commitments
Editorial: China isn’t living up to its pre-Olympic commitments Put simply, China has a long way to go
Evolution of ‘48 Hours’ mirrors news business
The show’s history has had its ups and downs in its 20 years. NEW YORK — If you watched “48
2008 YSU Football schedule
Aug. 30—at Ohio StateTBA Sept. 6—at South Dakota State7 p.m. Sept. 13—Central State4 p.m.
NHL Round-up for Tuesday
Islanders 4, Flyers 3 UNIONDALE, N.Y. — Trent Hunter scored a goal and set up two others for the
Israel to build more homes in Jerusalem
Palestinians want east Jerusalem for the capital of a future state. JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel
Pasta and fagioli has many variations
Traveling can expose us to foods in a way difficult to duplicate when enjoying the same dishes at
Plan to get tough on contract fraud has big loophole
Critics said the overseas exemption raises suspicions. WASHINGTON (AP) — A Bush administration
It isn’t easy to be a comeback kid in education
Opinion: It can be harder to be a comeback kid in education than it is in politics. Ask any student who feels
‘Definitely, Maybe’: Support is solid, but it’s still forgettable
Ryan Reynolds never lets his comedy chops loose in the lead role. On the verge of a divorce,
Mahoning County sends out property tax bills
Mahoning County sends out property tax bills YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County property owners will
Hancock’s Grammy: another odd choice
NEW YORK — To the list of Jethro “Say What?” Tull and Steely “Freaking” Dan, we may now add Herbie
List of major downtown developments
MAJOR DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENTS More than $100 million has been invested in downtown in the last 10
Browns tickets available but fees aren’t low
Cleveland football fans can get season tickets if they pay for seat licenses. BEREA — The Browns
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 13, the 44th day of 2008. There are 322 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 13, the 44th day of 2008. There are 322 days left in the year. On this date
Photos courtesy of the Youngstown Central Area Community Improvement Corporation.
Photos courtesy of the Youngstown Central Area Community Improvement Corporation. THE PAST AND
Making special treats for Valentine’s Day
It’s nearly impossible to imagine Valentine’s Day without truffles. They are, after all, made of
STRATEGIES
STRATEGIES For mothers The following are suggestions for ways that new mothers can cope with
Another Ohio St. opener for YSU
For the first time, the Penguins will play eight Gateway games. YOUNGSTOWN — For the second
Tony Stewart, Kurt Busch both receive slaps on wrists after fender-bender, name-calling
The NASCAR drivers received six-race probations. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — It began with
Pavlik’s popularity is huge in the region, but there’s room to grow nationally
Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik’s trainer, Jack Loew, was in Cincinnati last month for the Ohio State
Oil futures reverse three-day rally
The government expects gas prices to peak at $3.40 this spring. NEW YORK (AP) — Oil futures fell
Boardwalk being built in Howland wetlands
WARREN — Construction has begun on a 300-foot boardwalk through wetlands in Howland Township, the
Champion sewer job to be decided today
WARREN — Trumbull County commissioners are expected today to approve or deny construction of a $1
Couples aren’t always truthful about money
Women are more likely to lie about money to avoid an argument, a columnist says. Many of us have
Dunkin’ Donuts sells sandwiches, pizzas
About two-thirds of Dunkin’ Donuts sales come before noon. BOSTON (AP) — Dunkin’ Donuts, the
Iraqi speaker threatens to disband legislature
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — The speaker of Iraq’s fragmented parliament threatened Tuesday to disband the
Plans for soccer fields move forward
The club can have preferential scheduling but not total control. CANFIELD — Legal questions have
Tuesday’s snow causes high school basketball game to be postponed
BOYS BASKETBALL East Palestine at Chaney Boardman at Mooney, tonight Youngstown Christian at
Emmylou Harris, Statlers in Country Hall of Fame
Emmylou Harris, Statlers in Country Hall of Fame NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The newest members of the
Area Goodwill reports paying $4M to its employees in 2007
Goodwill employed 302 people in five local counties. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown Area Goodwill
Guard, inmate facing contraband charges
CLEVELAND — A prison guard from Youngstown and a federal prison inmate have been indicted by a
Father charged in death of 7-week-old boy
LISBON — A man on probation for a sex crime has been charged in the shaking death of his infant.
Reputed drug house padlocked
Keep the alleged drug house closed, the magistrate ordered. YOUNGSTOWN — A reputed drug house on
Postal Service recommends Express Mail
COLUMBIANA — Last-minute gift-givers need not worry: Customers can ship Valentine’s Day gifts as
Three to repay money to trust
The lawyer borrowed money from a trust while he was a co-trustee, court says. WARREN — A
Columbiana chamber sets awards banquet
COLUMBIANA — The Columbiana Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 55th annual awards banquet at
Thompson tackles issue of human trafficking
VIENNA, Austria (AP) — Human trafficking is on the rise, but making sure girls receive birth
Car and truck dealers in the Mahoning Valley increase sales
VALLEY VEHICLE SALES A brisk January Car and truck dealers in the Mahoning Valley logged
Election politics stymie U.S. policy toward Iran
Opinion: Shhh. Don’t tell anyone. I saw Zalmay Khalilzad, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, sitting
Hillside union ratifies contract
The new pact is a rollover of the concessionary agreement accepted last year. HOWLAND —
GM reports record $38.7B loss for ’07
GM sees the opportunity for significant earnings increases by 2010 or 2011. DETROIT (AP) —
Jackson: Smoking doesn’t hurt voice
The singer has been busy at work on his newest album. LOS ANGELES — Joe Jackson defends
Driver gets 5 years for traffic deaths
The defendant was arrested in the Oil City, Pa., area. YOUNGSTOWN — A Liberty man has been
Trial set for Oct. 6 in fire that left 6 dead
There will be no unnecessary delay of the trial, a judge vows. YOUNGSTOWN — Judge R. Scott
Journalists cannot serve two masters
Opinion: THOMAS SOWELL Journalists cannot serve two masters Even before Mitt Romney bowed out — with
Buckeyes hope to rebound from disturbing home loss
Thad Matta gave his team extra time to absorb Sunday’s defeat to Indiana. COLUMBUS — Ohio
Ex-Rep. Ney gets earlier release date
Ney is undergoing treatment for alcohol abuse while serving a sentence in a political scandal.
Hollywood writers vote to return to their jobs
Many hit television series will return this spring to finish out the season. LOS ANGELES (AP) —
8th-grade pupil shot at school
OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — A 15-year-old boy was shot and wounded in a junior high school computer lab
State subsidizing rate on small-business loans
The program offers small businesses a 3 percent reduction on loan rates. YOUNGSTOWN — State
Trustees approve hiring policy
Nine of the township’s worst houses are scheduled for demolition. MINERAL RIDGE —
Nation being hit by flu epidemic
An influenza epidemic is under way nationwide, complicated by concerns involving the vaccine and a
Officials OK land purchase for plant
Construction is set to take 12 to 18 months HILLSVILLE, Pa. — Mahoning Township supervisors agreed
Police track down robbery suspect
Police said they found the man hiding in a bedroom in a Reel Avenue home. YOUNGSTOWN — Police said
YSU to face Buckeyes in ’08 season opener
SPORTS YSU to face Buckeyes in ’08 season opener kFOR THE SECOND consecutive season, Youngstown
Canfield Township trustees no longer paying for luxury mailboxes
IN CANFIELD Snow change Because of rising costs, Canfield Township trustees are no longer paying
Senate OKs new rules for terror surveillance
Senate OKs new rules for terror surveillance WASHINGTON — The Senate approved new rules Tuesday
No. 9 Butler OT winner with Green’s help
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Mike Green scored 10 of his 24 points in overtime and had 13 rebounds and eight
6 lenders to slow down foreclosures
The housing crisis is goin to get worse, the treasury secretary warned. CHICAGO — In the latest
Top 25 college basketball scores
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Top 25 games MEN No. 22 Pittsburgh 82, Providence 63 PITTSBURGH — Sam
Pirates’ lineup mostly intact despite 94 losses in 2007
They’ll open spring training Thursday in Bradenton, Fla. PITTSBURGH (AP) — There’s only one
German astronaut says he’s better and ready for next spacewalk
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The German astronaut who was too sick to perform a spacewalk refused to
Contradictory stories will be exchanged at Clemens hearings
The baseball player’s lawyer said his client is prepared to testify fully and truthfully.
Amazon opposes tax plan for online purchases
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Amazon.com is fighting Gov. Eliot Spitzer’s plan to require out-of-state online
Russian bomber flies near U.S. carrier
The aircraft was escorted away by U.S fighter jets. WASHINGTON — A Russian bomber made a low-
Got buttermilk? If not, try this recipe
heloise Got buttermilk? If not, try this recipe Dear Readers: There’s nothing like the tangy
Hummel’s 24 points lead Purdue to upset
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Robbie Hummel scored a career-high 24 points and No. 19 Purdue beat No.
Icy storm hinders travel, voting on the East Coast
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Winter’s latest delivery of misery slid across the East Coast after icing over
Panthers are relieved about Zednik’s recovery
The players’ episode may give a boost to the team’s postseason hopes. CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. (AP) —
Kent State defeats Central Michigan
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. (AP) — Albert Fisher scored a career-high 28 points and pulled down seven
Candle causes house fire
Candle causes house fire YOUNGSTOWN — A burning candle knocked over by a 6-year-old girl started a
Area food sales and dinners
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS THURSDAY X Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road,
Husband’s verbal abuse gets to be too much
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox Husband’s verbal abuse gets to be too much Dear
YSU study finds Youngstown-Warren area lagging
GRADING THE BUSINESS CLIMATE YSU study finds Youngstown-Warren area lagging In June 2007,
Strickland: Make rules more clear
COLUMBUS (AP) — Gov. Ted Strickland thinks that state agency regulations are rife with bureaucratic
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