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Federal indictment alleges tax fraud
YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman man whose rape trial has been pending three years is now under federal
Hubbard Council demands review of 2 pay raises
HUBBARD — City council is demanding a review of two pay raises issued by Mayor Arthur Magee in early
Sen. Kennedy here Saturday to stump for Obama
Sen. Kennedy here Saturday to stump for Obama YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Sen. Barack Obama’s campaign
North Jackson man acquitted on two rape counts
North Jackson man acquitted on two rape counts YOUNGSTOWN — A 38-year-old North Jackson man has
South Side man going to prison for kicking boy in the head
South Side man going to prison for kicking boy in the head YOUNGSTOWN — A 48-year-old East Lucius
Boil alert lifted for Ayshire Drive homes
Boil alert lifted for Ayshire Drive homes YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Water Department says the
VIDEO: Hillary addresses crowd at Lordstown GM
Democrat Presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton addressed a spirited crowd this morning at
Papa John’s fire probed as arson
AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown Fire Department is investigating as a possible arson the Feb. 2 fire at
Teralynn Landis McGath dies after lengthy and courageous battle
YOUNGSTOWN — Teralynn Landis McGath, 22, whose courage and spunk in the face of three liver
Rape suspect indicted on tax fraud
YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman man whose rape trial has been pending three years is now under federal
Grand jury gets Trumbull meth lab cases
NEWTON FALLS – Two of three people charged with making an extreme version of methamphetamine at a
Ted Kennedy to stump for Obama in Youngstown Saturday
The Ohio "Obama for America" campaign has just announced that U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy will appear in
Mahoning elections board moving to take Aey’s name off the ballot
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Board of Elections is taking immediate steps to comply with today’s
No discipline for deputy in fatal shooting
WARREN – Trumbull County Sheriff Thomas Altiere says there won’t be disciplinary action against a
Bus trip to casino is cancer fundraiser
Bus trip to casino is cancer fundraiser YOUNGSTOWN — Mill Creek Chapter Relay for Life Team has
Winter Walk event at Boardman park
Winter Walk event at Boardman park BOARDMAN — Walkers of all ages can participate in a 1-mile, 3k,
Polka Mass and party planned
Polka Mass and party YOUNGTOWN — The music of the John Lapinski Orchestra will be featured at a
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
out-of-town births X Analisa and Nicholas Siciliano of Columbus are the parents of quadruplets
Program to feature life of famous writer
Program to feature life of famous writer KINSMAN — Kinsman Historical Society will present a
High court removes Aey from ballot, Wellington unopposed
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Supreme Court has ordered the name of David P. Aey removed from the March 4
LOUIE TODAY: U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy
Sen. Kennedy is in town to stump for presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama.
Charter schools: Public schools doing well
Youngstown says it spends more than it gets when pupils go to charter schools. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Twelve couples to wed tonight at hockey game
A similar ceremony is planned Saturday at the Chevrolet Centre. AUSTINTOWN — A really cool
Hearts and flowers and, oh yes, engagement
Pavlik has known his fiancée since they were kids. YOUNGSTOWN — Kelly Pavlik has been dating
Pride in Pavlik
The fighter’s work ethic is a model for the Mahoning Valley. YOUNGSTOWN — It’s safe to say
Armstrong: Interest in fight growing
The pay-per-view fight can be ordered right up to fight time. Interest is running high for
First stop for Clinton is GM plant
Ted Kennedy could be campaigning in the Valley as early as Saturday. YOUNGSTOWN — Democratic
Panel: Hanni banner must be taken down
The sign is ‘way too big,’ the committee chairman says. YOUNGSTOWN — The large banner touting
Buyout option to save taxes
New options in the GM buyouts include 401(k) rollovers and annuities. Local financial
Fight led to man’s death, police say
The charge of aggravated murder was reduced to voluntary manslaughter. AUSTINTOWN — Eric E.
It’s time to play hardball with Brazil on extradition
Editorial: After almost a year of stonewalling Congressman Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, on the issue of Claudia
New York Dolls singer lives without a plan
British singer Morrissey asked the band to reunite for one show in 2004. Planning is for
Today is Thursday, Feb. 14, the 45th day of 2008. There are 321 days left in the year. This is
Today is Thursday, Feb. 14, the 45th day of 2008. There are 321 days left in the year. This is
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD Feb. 8 Burglary:
Wright’s trainer behind Pavlik, has advice for Taylor’s corner
Dan Birmingham is a former Austintown resident. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Dan Birmingham thinks
Da Boondox climb into boxing ring for Pavlik
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley hip-hop group Da Boondox is in Kelly Pavlik’s corner. The group will
Holding soap ends hand cramps
Q. I have horrible hand cramps, which can occur at almost any time. Nothing my doctor has prescribed
Bush signs package designed to boost stagnant economy
Included is a tax rebate of up to $1,200 per working couple. WASHINGTON — President Bush signed
Ex-professor sentenced in sex case
Prosecutors had appealed the professor’s earlier house-arrest sentence. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — An Ivy
Officials considering coupons for recyclers
CINCINNATI (AP) — Coupons for your trash? Hamilton County residents could later this year start
Man arrested on homicide charge
FARRELL, Pa. — A Sharon man is in the Mercer County jail after his arrest on a criminal homicide
Too many conservatives cling to past
Opinion: This just in: Ronald Reagan is dead and he’s not coming back. Now, can conservatives please move on?
‘Colored Museum’ returns to the Mahoning Valley
The play is a series of 11 vignettes. YOUNGSTOWN — “The Colored Museum,” written in 1985 by
Terrorism suspect of ’80s is killed
Imad Mughniyeh was one of the first to turn Islamic militancy against the U.S. DAMASCUS, Syria
Program to feature life of famous writer
Program to feature life of famous writer KINSMAN — Kinsman Historical Society will present a
Readers respond loudly on noisy libraries
heloise Readers respond loudly on noisy libraries Dear Readers: We had a comment from a reader
out-of-town births
out-of-town births X Analisa and Nicholas Siciliano of Columbus are the parents of quadruplets
3 young siblings killed in house fire
One of two girls who jumped from an upstairs window was hospitalized. SIDNEY, Ohio (AP) — A
Happy Valentine’s Day, especially to veterans
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox Happy Valentine’s Day, especially to veterans
Springfield led by Kibby’s 19
BERLIN CENTER — Springfield’s 14-point lead was cut to one but the Tigers pulled away for a 63-56
2 armed robbers get Popeye’s cash
YOUNGSTOWN — Two men wearing red bandannas over their faces and carrying black handguns stole an
WEATHERSFIELD
WEATHERSFIELD Zoning laws Some other new zoning laws proposed for the township: Development
Springfield chief resigns; trustees OK settlement
Hughes had been suspended for three months. NEW SPRINGFIELD — Embattled Springfield Township
Knife, cleaver attack
Knife, cleaver attack NEW YORK — Police hunted Wednesday for a man who entered a psychologist’s
Deliberations go into 3rd day in murder trial
The former police officer testified that the slaying was accidental. CANTON (AP) — A jury has
Looking for a good high school event to take in over the next week? Here’s a few suggestions:
Looking for a good high school event to take in over the next week? Here’s a few suggestions: 1
Weathersfield trustees to view new zoning laws
The county planning commission made some suggestions. MINERAL RIDGE — Weathersfield Township
First, the Chinese send us toys and tires; next, cars
Opinion: First, the Chinese send us toys and tires; next, cars EDITOR: The unemployment rate leaps to a
Clinton agrees to debate in Cleveland
The MSNBC anchor had apologized for making the offensive statement. CLEVELAND (AP) — Hillary
REGION
REGION BBB to computer users: Beware of holiday cards YOUNGSTOWN — The Better Business Bureau is
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Flowers go the distance to reach your Valentine
Flowers must be rehydrated after they arrive locally, florists say. The road to a lover’s
Casting Crowns elevates Christian rock to new level
Over the past few years, contemporary Christian music (CCM) act Casting Crowns has been referred to
ST. VALENTINE’S DAY
ST. VALENTINE’S DAY History The history of Valentine’s Day is obscure and further clouded by
Mixing reality, fantasy, ‘Spiderwick’ delights
An uncle’s obsession opens the door to another world. SOMEWHERE ON HARRY POTTER’S QUEST FOR
Versatile musician
Versatile musician kA ’70S rock cover album may seem like an unlikely choice for R&B
One benefit of writers strike: ‘Dexter’ comes to network TV
The series is about about a vigilante serial killer. The silver lining of the long writers
Provost panel to narrow candidates list
Four or five finalists will be invited to campus for interviews this spring. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Judge gives 20 years to life to man in 2005 murder
A co-defendant went to prison for 18 years to life. YOUNGSTOWN — A 30-year-old Kensington Avenue
‘Jumper’ takes a flying leap into boredom
Perhaps a better lead actor would have made the movie more interesting. “Bourne
“This is what change looks like when it happens from the bottom up.”
Opinion: “This is what change looks like when it happens from the bottom up.” Sen. Barack Obama After
Love is lost between NATO and Russians
Opinion: WASHINGTON — It was December of 1991, the very month that the Soviet Union was officially dissolved.
Yahoo said to be discussing partnering with News Corp.
The proposal includes folding Yahoo into MySpace.com. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Yahoo Inc. is
‘THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES’
‘THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES’ Grade: C Director: Mark Waters Running time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Education department to cut $100M from budget
Keno gaming helped the cuts from being deeper. COLUMBUS (AP) — Money for school buses,
Rock station to offer a free divorce for Valentine’s Day
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A Charleston radio station is observing Valentine’s Day with a reminder
U.S. networks get ideas from Brits to Americanize
If a show is popular in Great Britain, it will probably succeed in the U.S. LONDON — The Brits
YSU BASKETBALL Today’s games
YSU MEN (8-16, 4-10) vs. BUTLER (22-2, 11-2) When: 7 Where: Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
CBS sets return dates
CBS sets return dates NEW YORK — CBS has set return dates for 14 prime-time series, including
Cher enters her Vegas phase
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cher said farewell, but not goodbye. Two-and-a-half years after the final show
Mayor snubs Marines, irks many
Veterans flooded Toledo’s offices with complaints. TOLEDO (AP) — Turning away a squad of U.S.
Album includes songs that inspired superstar
Edmonds is a three-time Producer of the Year Grammy Award winner. A ’70s rock cover album may
McCain’s best for Hispanics in U.S.
Opinion: Presumptive Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain’s most influential advisers on Latin
Deal reached in fatal club fire
A graduate of Brookfield High School who was the band’s guitarist died in the fire at the nightclub.
Is a shortage of welders on the horizon?
Many welders are expected to be retiring in the next few years. CINCINNATI (AP) — Add welders to
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: New York Dolls with We Are The Fury When: 8:30 p.m. Wednesday Where: Beachland
Treatment court holds graduation
The graduates’ charges were dismissed. YOUNGSTOWN — Three graduates of Youngstown Treatment Court
Candy makers probed on price-fixing charge
U.S. and foreign regulators probe price-fixing claims by candy makers. NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — If you
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Feb. 13. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON Local supporters The Hillary Rodham Clinton presidential campaign
Tony Jameson aims to win fourth state mat title in row
The Fitch senior and Ohio State recruit is seeking to become one of the few four-time state champs.
Britney Spears is ill; coverage of her is sick
Opinion: I’ll never forget the first time I saw my brother strapped to a gurney. I was just a teen, and he’d
Trumbull officials OK building Champion sanitary sewer line
Commissioners approved a rate change for what businesses are charged for fire protection. WARREN
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bryan K. Brown, 36, of 4135 Howard St., Youngstown, and Ruby
Spring flicks: critics’ picks
Dramas, a documentary and the return of Harold and Kumar — that’s a sampling of what to expect.
JACK LOEW Jack’s Diary Kelly Pavlik has luxurious suite
It’s around 10:30 a.m. our time. We have a final press conference today. Getting ready to go run in
2 teams, one goal Poland, Harding are state contenders
It’s been 15 years since the Girard and Campbell High basketball teams won state championships on
Delphi bankruptcy exit is in jeopardy
GM may need to step in to save Delphi’s financing plan. NEW YORK (AP) — A plan by auto parts
McDonald, Sebring survive threats
The Blue Devils defeated Mineral Ridge while the Trojans beat Lordstown. HUBBARD — Top-seeded
AUDITIONS \ Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “Titanic.” Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown. Auditions are 6 p.m.
Hero and zero don’t add up in testimony
Wednesday’s hearings revealed some inconsistencies on both sides, including Roger Clemens’.
PAVLIK ROUNDUP News and notes
Phantom Fireworks sponsor Pavlik’s trunks: Team Pavlik and Phantom Fireworks formed a partnership
NBA ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s other games
Magic 109, Nuggets 98 ORLANDO, Fla. — Rashard Lewis scored 25 and Dwight Howard had 23 points and
Bruins’ defense dooms Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Petteri Nokelainen and Vladimir Sobotka scored less than two minutes apart during
Summer Festival of Arts seeks artists, volunteers
YOUNGSTOWN — Artists can now apply to exhibit their work at the Summer Festival of the Arts, which
2 students find woman’s body on campus
CINCINNATI (AP) — A woman was found dead early Wednesday on the University of Cincinnati campus
Taylor’s strategy against Pavlik is to attack and attack, all 12 rounds
That plan of attack would be almost perfect for Pavlik, who is a heavy-hitter. LAS VEGAS (AP) —
Icy roads delay trash collection
Icy roads delay trash collection Because of icy roads, Waste Management trash collection service
GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S SCORES AREA
GIRLS BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S SCORES AREA Tournament Division I at Alliance Boardman 69, Canton
PAVLIK-TAYLOR II At a glance
When: Saturday. Where: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas. Tickets: $100-$600. Can be purchased
Trial of 9/11 Six
Opinion: Scripps Howard: Finally, six and a half years after 9/11 some of the planners of that horrific
GIRLS ROUNDUP Wednesday’s other games
Boardman 69, Can. Timken 22 ALLIANCE — Courtney Schiffauer had 17 points and five rebounds while
Niles fire chief: Make addresses more visible
The chief had an idea for making addresses easier to see. NILES — Fire Chief Gary Brown says
E. Liverpool wins suit against water district
The district is expected to run water to a plant that would turn coal into liquid fuel. LISBON
Beatitude House gets $5,000 from Cafaro
WARREN — The Cafaro Family Foundation is helping homeless women and children in Warren to reclaim
Struthers mulls bringing back debt-service fee
Opponents of re-establishing the fee say $3 is too much, too soon. STRUTHERS — Council is
EMU, Toledo, Ball State prevail
YPSILANTI, Mich. — Carlos Medlock matched his career-high 26 points and had five assists to help
Ginobili sinks 46 as Spurs jolt Cavs
He made a career-high eight 3-pointers in a 112-105 win over Cleveland. CLEVELAND (AP) — Manu
Deadbeat dad hauled from S.C. for sixth time
The father owes two children a total $55,415. CINCINNATI (AP) — Hamilton County has paid six
At YSU, provost panel to narrow candidates list
Four or five finalists will be invited to campus for interviews this spring. YOUNGSTOWN —
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP \ Wednesday’s games
MEN Bethany 78, Grove City 61 BETHANY, W. Va. — Joe Testa had 14 points and 13 rebounds, and
SCHEDULE Boys basketball tournaments
TODAY Division II at Steubenville Arena East Liverpool vs. Harrison Central, 7 p.m. MONDAY
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Wednesday’s games
No. 2 Duke 77, Maryland 65 DURHAM, N.C. — Freshman Kyle Singler scored a season-high 26 points and
Struthers spills No. 2 Southeast
Salem rolled past Hubbard in the girls Division II tournament at Fitch. AUSTINTOWN — The Metro
Koufos, Butler spark Ohio State to 65-47 win over Northwestern
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Kosta Koufos scored 16 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Jamar Butler set the
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