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Howland's Kyle Leek anxious for chance in Division II
BELOIT — Howland High’s Kyle Leek knew something wasn’t quite right Saturday night when his finals
Pavlik has a couple more fights at 160
LAS VEGAS — Saturday’s fight had been over for an hour and Kelly Pavlik was finishing up his
SteelHounds fall in overtime
YOUNGSTOWN — For the second time within 24 hours, the Youngstown SteelHounds unleashed plenty of
Judges differ on which rounds Pavlik won
LAS VEGAS — Trying to make a fair assessment of Saturday’s Pavlik-Taylor middleweight rematch is as
Police: School heroin bust not indicative of teen drug problem
WESTLAKE, Ohio (AP) — Student arrests at a suburban Cleveland high school during a heroin bust do
Women’s Murder Club book features Valley man
YOUNGSTOWN — Imagine reading a fast-paced Women’s Murder Club book and there you are, the novel’s
Five to be inducted into hall of fame for blacks
WARREN — Five entrepreneurs will be inducted Saturday into the Trumbull County African-American
Ohio EPA proposes rules for outdoor furnaces
COLUMBUS — New rules being considered by the state would regulate outdoor wood-fired furnaces, used
Youngstown captain aids in distribution of kerosene in Iraq
BAGHDAD, Iraq — When the joint patrol arrived in Saydiyah, there was already a crowd of more than
Falling satellite poses little risk when it lands, expert says
YOUNGSTOWN — The director of Youngstown State University’s planetarium says it’s not likely that a
BIRMINGHAM BLOG | Full recap, Pavlik-Taylor II
Austintown native Dan Birmingham is the trainer for Winky Wright. He shared his thoughts on the
Pavlik Live | Fight recap
Vindicator sports reporter Joe Scalzo’s observations from ringside: ROUND TWELVE This fight is
Sore and worn-out, Kelly Pavlik is back home
Kelly Pavlik cuddled with his daughter, Sydney, and nieces Samantha and MacKenzie Pavlik, on his
Kennedy compares Obama to JFK, RFK
YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy came to Youngstown to campaign for Barack Obama and brought along memories of his brothers.
Pavlik Live | Round Eleven
Pavlik lands some decent shots to begin the round, but again Taylor responds. He hasn’t been able to
Pavlik Live | Round Ten
This is officially the longest bout of Pavlik’s career. Taylor’s defense has been very good
Pavlik Live | Round Nine
Pavlik’s longest fight of his career was nine rounds. He’s about to be in uncharted territory.
Pavlik Live | Round Eight
Pavlik gets aggressive with two minutes left. Taylor seems to fight best with counters and when he’s
Pavlik Live | Round Seven
Another high jabbing round for Taylor, while Pavlik keeps trying to creep in for big rights.
Pavlik Live | Round Six
Both fighters look good defensively through the first minute. Taylor’s best shots have been
Pavlik Live | Round Five
Both fighters land good jabs. Taylor gets backed up but avoids getting trapped in the corner with
YSU charts course toward recycling honor
YSU Recycling is handing out rewards to people caught recycling. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State
Pavlik Live | Round Four
Pavlik finally lands a few nice punches in the first minute of the fourth round. It’s a much more
Kids and cops connect at fair
An estimated 200 children participated. YOUNGSTOWN — As a Youngstown Police Department
Pavlik Live | Round Three
This fight is a lot more of a boxing match, which favors Taylor. Pavlik usually tries to throw about
Man arrested after police chase from Pa.
ENON VALLEY, Pa. — A man was arrested after a police chase that began at Vine and Main streets here
Panel recommends 3 of 6 CDBG requests
One group that received funding last year was shut out this year. MERCER, Pa. — It’s decision
School board member resigns
BROOKFIELD — The Brookfield School District is looking to sell one of its elementary schools after
Off-duty officer injured in hit and run
SALEM — A Salem police lieutenant was thrown to the side of the road while a pickup truck was
Will Obama debate in Y’town?
Opinion: “I would like Sen. Obama to meet me in Youngstown. Let’s have a debate about the issues that are
Schiffauer keys Boardman to 82-45 win
The Spartans advanced to a district semifinal against North Canton Hoover. ALLIANCE — Courtney
Fitch wins wrestling sectional crown
Four Falcons won championships. AUSTINTOWN — Four wrestlers won championships and three finished
Annika wins 70th tour title
Annika Sorenstam birdied two of the last three holes for a two-stroke victory. KAHUKU, Hawaii —
Hearns’ son follows him into the world of boxing
Thomas “Hitman” Hearns was in Las Vegas to watch his son, Ron Hearns, fight on Saturday’s
Canfield swimmers set 6 school records
Garrett Trebilcock made it to state in four events in district swimming. CLEVELAND — Canfield
Kent State registers 21st victory
KENT — Al Fisher scored 17 points and Chris Singletary added 16 to lead Kent State past Ohio 72-62
See all things ‘Plaid’ on downtown stage
See all things ‘Plaid’ on downtown stage kEASY STREET Productions presents the nostalgic cult
Penn St. outlasts Illinois, 52-51
Wisconsin beat Minnesota and Purdue topped Northwestern in the Big Ten. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. —
Car plows into street-racing crowd in Md., killing 8
Bodies were everywhere, seeral eyewitnesses said ACCOKEEK, Md. (AP) — A car plowed into a group
No. 9 Butler avenges loss to Cleveland State, 51-46
Wright State squeaked past Illinois-Chicago. INDIANAPOLIS — Matt Howard scored 17 points, and
Ackerman leads Titans past Thiel
Emilee Ackerman had 31 points and 13 rebounds as Westminster rolled, 69-46. NEW WILMINGTON,
Cardinal swimmers advance
Cardinal swimmers advance Canfield’s boys teams set six school records at the district swim meet
Kennedy compares Obama to JFK, RFK
YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy came to Youngstown to campaign for Barack Obama and brought
Poland has 1st unbeaten season
Ben Umbel, Ben Donlow and Anthony DeFelice led Poland to its 20th win. SALEM — Ben Umbel scored 13
Obama wears wristband honoring U.S. soldier killed in Iraq
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (AP) — Barack Obama is wearing a wristband in memory of a soldier killed in Iraq,
YSU women corral 12th, trip Wright State, 66-58
Heather Karner, Lauren Branson, Tiara Scott and Jessica Schloemp delivered. DAYTON — Four players
Columbiana voters can choose
Editorial: Columbiana voters can choose The future of Columbiana County’s present sheriff remains uncertain,
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA
BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY’S SCORES AREA Regular season Chaney 65, East Palestine 50 Niles 68,
Japanese pitcher impresses Indians
Masahide Kobayashi had his first workout for the Tribe at spring training. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP)
Clinton camp: Lift Fla., Mich. sanctions
The states’ Democrats were stripped of their delegates for violating party rules. WASHINGTON (AP)
1st title defense may be Trinidad
Kelly Pavlik’s next fight may be against Felix Trinidad not John Duddy. LAS VEGAS — A few
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP | Saturday’s other games
MEN Wilmington 70, Mount Union 60 WILMINGTON — Jay Mathis scored 20 points to lead Mount Union
6-foot-11 Howard is the super slam dunk king
The Orlando player scored perfect 50s from judges on his first two dunks. NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Look,
Penguins fall to Valparaiso
YSU coach Jerry Slocum blamed self-inflicted wounds. VALPARAISO, Ind. — Two back-breaking
Phantoms led by Urbaniak
Nate Urbaniak’s hat trick and goalie Chris Paliafito’s defense led a 4-2 victory. BOARDMAN —
NHL ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games
Devils 3, Senators 2 OTTAWA — Arron Asham scored two goals and Paul Martin had two assists to help
‘Taint’ season in sports is here
The “taint” season is upon us. Every year it’s the same old thing. With the completion of the
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Brooke West and Joseph Bukovinsky, Green Township, boy, Feb. 14.
Westminster overcomes Thiel’s lead for sixth win
Ryne Murray scored 25 points and Craig Hannon 21 to lead a 65-58 victory. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa.
PAVLIK NOTEBOOK \ From Las Vegas
Friends in high places: Youngstown mayor Jay Williams and congressman Tim Ryan visited Southside
Teen pilot spreads her wings
She learned to drive a car and fly an airplane right around the same time. THOMASVILLE, Pa. (AP) —
Wal-Mart disputes claim about birth inside store
A volunteer firefighter insists he lent a hand with the delivery. PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (AP) — Wal-
Kosovo set for independence
Ethnic Albanians celebrated giddily but Serbs are deeply opposed. PRISTINA, Serbia (AP) — Tiny
Experts: Cutts verdicts unusual
The jury convicted Cutts of murder in the death of his girlfriend and aggravated murder in the death
Pharmacy board investigates errors in prescriptions
The state board has urged doctors to use e-prescribing to avoid errors caused by handwriting.
E-PRESCRIBING How it works
Electronic prescriptions are intended to decrease errors. Here’s how the system works: Using
Pavlik has Hagan behind him
State Rep. Bob Hagan was impressed by Kelly Pavlik the first time he met him. LAS VEGAS — In
Johnson chases history
Jimmie Johnson is trying to become the second driver to win three straight NASCAR titles. DAYTONA
700S
700S Amron — Jim Diver (737), Sonny Oris (733) & Don Chestnut (702) in Hively’s Sportsman Men; Jim
PNC park guard gets ‘15 seconds’ of fame
He played a janitor in a Super Bowl commercial with Ben Roethlisberger. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Al
Jack Loew and Ozell Nelson are always looking for the next champ
Kelly Pavlik and Jermain Taylor both took their lumps but displayed courage and determination to
Study finds generation gap in online shopping
Study finds generation gap in online shopping NEW YORK — Convenience and bargain-hunting tend to
‘NO MORE HEROES’
‘NO MORE HEROES’ (Ubisoft) for Wii Genre: Action; Rating: M Grade: A The Wii has fewer than
Some reality shows prove they can go the distance
The genre continues to grow up. NEW YORK (AP) — “Survivor” is now old enough to drive. “Big
Conservation Club event
Conservation Club event NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The Laurel High School Conservation Club will have its
‘Star Trek’ release moved to summer
‘Star Trek’ release moved to summer LOS ANGELES — “Star Trek” fans will have to wait a bit longer
What’s your pension plan?
The symbolic three-legged retirement stool of Social Security, pension and personal savings has
Show’s fans seek ultra finds: Ultraman items
Toys based on popular television heroes sell well, but often a number of years after the TV show has
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending Feb. 9
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “7th Heaven” by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro (Little, Brown and Company)
Toy makers feeling an economic pinch
Toy prices are expected to rise this year. NEW YORK (AP) — Next holiday, that toy that was
Time off? Many prefer to work
More than a third of U.S. workers will scrap some of their vacation days, a poll found.
SELECTED STOCKS
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .50, 19.97. —.35 Avalon Holdings,5.52.16 Clear
Mich., La. GOP give McCain 50 delegates
McCain has 903 delegates, and Huckabee has 245, according to an AP count. LANSING, Mich. (AP) —
& 14,000 Lincoln books
So many Lincoln books, so many Lincoln readers. The market for books about Abraham Lincoln appears
Is Google ready to go wireless?
Several companies are interested in something called the C Block. HACKENSACK, N.J. — Can you
“Knight Rider” (9 p.m., NBC): A dashing man of few words, and a souped-up car that did
“Knight Rider” (9 p.m., NBC): A dashing man of few words, and a souped-up car that did his talking
Co-founder: It matters when you book airfare
Co-founder: It matters when you book airfare NEW YORK — If you’re booking airfare online, did you
Deal Locker site has coupon codes to shop online
I’m a huge fan of shopping online. I love how it affords me the convenience of shopping without
Hound output is short by 3-2
The SteelHounds blew a chance to gain ground in the playoff chase. YOUNGSTOWN — Despite
Crestview upends United, will play Rovers in district
The Rebels beat United after losing twice to the Golden Eagles this season. MINERAL RIDGE —
Pavlik and Taylor trainers keep their eyes out for the next champ. C1
Pavlik and Taylor trainers keep their eyes out for the next champ. C1 State Rep. Robert Hagan
Blow-up doll stands in during wedding vow renewal
GROVE CITY, Ohio (AP) — If one bride felt lighter than air in her wedding gown, her groom certainly
REGION
REGION PUCO plans hearing on electricity rates AUSTINTOWN — The Public Utilities Commission of
Heading to Hawaii
Heading to Hawaii According to a recent survey, about two-thirds of all visitors to Hawaii in 2007
Visitors find deals, fewer crowds in the Windy City
For people who don’t want to brave the weather, there’s plenty to do inside. CHICAGO (AP) — Paul
Pool tables cue up some fun
Want to set up a pool table out by the pool? Get a waterproof one. WALNUT CREEK, Calif. — The
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go CHICAGO OFFICE OF TOURISM: www.choosechicago.com or (312) 877-2442.
Plants in house: They’re back
Popular trends are focusing on style, texture and color, not to mention ‘green’ factors.
No one likes to pay taxes, but WRTA provides a public service worth supporting
Opinion: EDITOR: No one likes to pay taxes. And I will admit that I have voted against a few ballot levies
YSU RECYCLING Reduce, recycle and reuse
2007 program achievements: Diverted more than 573 tons of recyclable, reusable and compostable
Interest grows in distinctive look, environmental friendliness
Customers are finding they like the natural product. FRESNO, Calif. — Four years ago, when
Author Williams offers her view on decorating
Author Williams offers her view on decorating Bunny Williams thinks that listening to others’
Area calendar for the week of February 18
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
Disney’s real life fairy tale
The Year of a Million Dreams program has been extended. It’s a little like the old joke about
Seminar to offer chronic pain data
Seminar to offer chronic pain data WARREN — St. Joseph Pain Management is sponsoring a Chronic
In new role, Chelsea Clinton takes campaign stage
She still refuses, however, to speak on the record with reporters. DAYTON (AP) — Chelsea Clinton
Local achievements for February 18
MEDICINE Dr. Nick Kreatsoulas of Poland has been appointed vice president of medical affairs and
DURANGO, Colo. (AP) — Accidentally locked out of her home and stuck in the bitter cold,
DURANGO, Colo. (AP) — Accidentally locked out of her home and stuck in the bitter cold, Geraldine
Today is Sunday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2008. There are 318 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2008. There are 318 days left in the year. On this date in
Iraq, Iran will emerge as fall campaign issues
Opinion: WASHINGTON — Foreign policy has slipped to the periphery of presidential politics, displaced by a
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements
AUSTINTOWN — Celina Williams, personnel coordinator for the company’s nonprofit call center in
Igniting company’s growth
Altronic continues to set records with new products and worldwide sales. GIRARD — A local
Newlyweds find love, money can mix
Experts recommend couples talk seriously about money before they marry. NEW YORK (AP) — When she
Uranium mining advocates seek study
Opponents say the state shouldn’t partner with a private company. CHATHAM, Va. (AP) — You
Listerine clears up blemishes for reader with sensitive skin
Q. I have very sensitive skin that reacts badly to everything. I have used Listerine for years to
Keeping a closer eye on kids’ games
We live during a fascinating time, with innovative and interesting digital tools released
ISPs struggle with Internet traffic
Congestion is a greater threat to cable companies. NEW YORK (AP) — Why are our Internet lines in
PICKING A PLANT
PICKING A PLANT How to choose wisely Before buying an indoor plant, it’s important to determine
Our Founding Fathers revealed
“Virtue, Valor & Vanity: The Founding Fathers and the Pursuit of Fame” by Eric Burns (Arcade
ALTRONIC Company history
The creation and expansion of Altronic: 1955: Leon Beeghly, president of Standard Slag, founded
Low IQ is not an excuse or a determinant of violence
Opinion: Low IQ is not an excuse or a determinant of violence EDITOR: For too long I have remained silent
Book tours trail of civil rights
The author wanted to bring to light parts of the picture that weren’t as well known. NEW YORK (AP)
Boardman trustees receive guidance on budget crisis
Editorial: When Boardman Township trustees meet Wednesday to continue their discussion about the budget crisis
Navy deploys new sub in Pacific
EDITOR’S NOTE: Guided-missile submarines are the U.S. Navy’s newest twist on underwater warfare, and
Colorful, glazed pots also take the spotlight
Pots are getting a lot of attention. Gone are the terra-cotta pots and woven basket planters with
Traveling with baby? Read this
NEW YORK (AP) — Fawzia Rasheed de Francisco, who has advised 16 governments and the United Nations
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses John W. Gentry, 23, of 611A Newton Dr., Newton Falls, and
Jermain Taylor earned respect in the ring Saturday night.
Jermain Taylor earned respect in the ring Saturday night. LAS VEGAS — At 5:30 Saturday night,
“I know it was a close fight, but I guess Pavlik won the last couple of rounds. Pavlik’s
“I know it was a close fight, but I guess Pavlik won the last couple of rounds. Pavlik’s a strong
Montiel scores TKO of Castillo in undercard fight
Before Pavlik-Taylor, Fernando Montiel scored a fourth-round TKO of Martin Castillo to retain his
Ways to cut down on noise
First it was trains, planes and automobiles. Then lawnmowers, leaf blowers and barking dogs.
Pavlik credits Taylor for a tough battle
Jermain Taylor believed he was the winner. LAS VEGAS — The decision was unanimous, but the
No. 1 Memphis 79, UAB 78
No. 1 Memphis 79, UAB 78 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Chris Douglas-Roberts converted a three-point play
Inside
Inside The Phantoms fell to the Traverse City North Stars 4-2 at the Ice Zone Saturday night. C8
Investigators try to reconcile two sides of NIU shooter
Kazmierczak worked for a short time as a prison guard. DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — Steven Kazmierczak had
34 area wrestlers advance
Howland and West Branch are each sending 10 to the district match. BELOIT — For 34 area
Bombing deaths raise election concerns
Monday’s elections are seen as crucial to restoring democracy in Pakistan. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan
Mercer Hall of Fame bowling fete slated
The Mercer County Bowling Hall of Fame will have its induction on Feb. 23 at the Radisson Hotel in
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st—Goldies Girl (Stahl)3.402.602.40 R Little Shmoopy
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