McDonald defeats Springfield, 69-49
McDonald defeats
Springfield, 69-49
kLANCE RONGHI, above, and Adam Streb combined for 46 points, leading McDonald over Springfield, 69-49, and into the boys Division IV district championship game Friday.
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Super Spartans
kBOARDMAN COACH Ron Moschella doesn’t like to compare teams, but he admits this year’s squad is one of the more athletic he’s had. The Spartans play Akron Kenmore tonight in one of two Division I girls regional basketball tournament semifinal games at the Canton Civic Center. Four other teams from the area are in action this week.
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BUSINESS
Slow home sales
kLOCAL REAL ESTATE sales are off to a slow start in 2008. Real estate closings in January were down significantly in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties, and so were the median sale prices.
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LOCAL
Park chief’s salary
kYOUNGSTOWN City Council members decided more discussion is needed before they set the salary of the vacant park and recreation director position.
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NATION
$4T for health care
kBY 2017, consumers and taxpayers will spend more than $4 trillion on health care, accounting for one of every $5 spent, the federal government projects.
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SPECIAL SECTION
Mind, Body & Soul
kINSIDE THIS special section, you will find how outdoor activities and exercise tips will help you get rid of aches, pains and that extra winter weight gain. Skin care tips will prepare you for the upcoming spring and summer days. Also, several articles explain “superfoods” and how they can lead you to superior health.
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