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Car-truck crash diverts traffic from Route 7

BROOKFIELD — Traffic was diverted away from state Route 7 in Brookfield Township on Saturday

Vigil at 6 p.m. Sunday aims to help community heal

YOUNGSTOWN — Tragedy like the killing of six people Wednesday in an East Side arson fire demands a

Cortland man dies in Howland crash

HOWLAND — A 22-year-old Cortland man was dead at the scene of a 3 a.m. Saturday single-vehicle

Westinghouse memories to be saved for history

SHARON, Pa. — Though just the shell of the old Westinghouse Electric Corp. is left, the memories

TheFaithSpot offers web site free of profanity, harsh images

YOUNGSTOWN — Christians, or anyone looking to avoid the issues sometimes associated with Internet

Overall Youngstown crime dropped in 2007

YOUNGSTOWN — Compared to 2006, more people were killed last year in the city, but fewer were robbed,

Grant to benefit school programs

YOUNGSTOWN — Innovative classroom projects, after-school enrichment efforts, pupil character

Tuesday is year anniversary of quadruple homicide

YOUNGSTOWN — Not a week goes by that someone doesn’t ask detectives how close they are to solving an

Warren steel mill comes back to life

American ingenuity and Ukranian cash has an abandoned mill producing steel again. Warren Steel

Firefighters focus on family of six victims

YOUNGSTOWN — Firefighters who worked at the devastating fire on Stewart Street that killed six

Davis’ mom: ‘He wouldn’t hurt no kids’

Michael Davis’ mother believes her son is covering for someone else. YOUNGSTOWN — The mother of

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Prosecutor says he’ll seek death penalty in arson case

Three types of death-penalty specifications apply, a prosecutor says. YOUNGSTOWN — The arson

Basketball game ends early because of fights

Disruptions, including fights, have been a problem at East and Chaney in recent months.

Remembering the missing

A list of missing veterans will be read at the ceremony. MERCER, Pa. — Dave Bailey makes it a

Suits detail allegations of exec’s bad behavior

A fallen health-care executive is portrayed as a corporate Casanova. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — David

Brunner weighing options for election

Most elections officials oppose the paper-ballot systems. COLUMBUS (AP) — Without support from a

Turbulent times raise gold’s value

Investor worries are fueling a run-up in gold prices. NEW YORK — Gold always glitters. Lately,

Submit information on services for Lent

Submit information on services for Lent The Vindicator’s Religion page will run a listing of area

Steel Valley rally lifts Cards Senior passed 1,000 career points

YOUNGSTOWN — Soon after last Saturday’s loss to Kennedy Catholic, the Mooney boys basketball coaches

Peyton Manning expects Eli to be regular in Super Bowl

The big brother would like to see an all-Manning final next year. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) —

GM executives gleeful over the No. 1 spot

An industry publication questions GM’s claim to being No. 1. DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Corp.’s

Motivated by memories: Fitch grabs Hephner lead

Ravenna and Uniontown Lake are also in the mix for the team wrestling title. AUSTINTOWN – The

Markets close lower at end of volatile week

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street ended a tumultuous week by turning cautious Friday, giving up sizable

Girard keeps practices light, but gets serious on the mats

The Indians’ wrestling team was tied for eighth at the Hephner tournament. AUSTINTOWN — High

Hot-shooting Suns eke past Cavaliers

Shawn Marion hit the game-winner with 1.1 second left for Phoenix. CLEVELAND (AP) — Shawn Marion

Epstein, Cashman mum on Santana

The Yankee and Red Sox GMs have a friendly rivalry, even if their teams don’t. WAYNE, N.J. (AP) —

Moss, Seau searching for elusive NFL crown

They came to New England to finally earn a ring. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Junior Seau made 12 Pro

Local sports updates

LOCAL Salem-Campbell girls basketball SALEM — Salem High’s varsity girls basketball game against

Dems vie for black votes in South Carolina

Barack Obama is the leader in the latest polls. COLUMBIA, S.C. — Polls point to a Barack Obama

These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted:

These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY,

State honors J-M school

State honors J-M school NORTH JACKSON — Jackson-Milton Elementary School has earned the Ohio

Solving the problems of tracking birds

Just 25 years ago, tracking migratory birds using radio transmitters was a dream to most biologists

Ohio trooper Sgt. Cox wins Ace Award

COLUMBUS — Sgt. Ronald L. Cox of the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Lisbon Post was awarded the

Text messages aren’t stored, companies say

AT&T removes messages after 72 hours, a spokesman said. DETROIT (AP) — Millions of fingers

Judge sets August trial date for county health commissioner

LISBON — Columbiana County Health Commissioner Robert Morehead is scheduled to go on trial at 9 a.m.

Jury sides with surgeon in civil case

The surgeon adhered to the standard of care, jurors concluded. YOUNGSTOWN — A five-man, three-

Palestinians knock over new section of border wall

Palestinians knock over new section of border wall RAFAH, Gaza Strip — Hamas-backed militants

Mary-Kate Olsen: Ledger was a friend

Mary-Kate Olsen: Ledger was a friend NEW YORK — Mary-Kate Olsen calls Heath Ledger a “friend” in a

Senators: Give retirees rebates, too

WASHINGTON (AP) — Retirees living off Social Security are frustrated that they won’t get tax rebate

Former state trooper files appeal over firing

SOUTHINGTON — An Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper fired earlier this month for dishonesty has filed

This is the dawning of the ‘Age of India’

Opinion: Hardly a breath passes in today’s busy world without the mention of India. It is as if that emerging

Kindergarten registration

KINDERGARTEN Registration Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the

Explore cyberspace and your inner spiritual space through these Web sites.

Explore cyberspace and your inner spiritual space through these Web sites. www.shalem.org: The

What the FBI needs

What the FBI needs San Antonio Express-News: Politicians can talk all they want about national

I’m seeing red — in hooks, and the bass just love ’em

One particular peg on the wall of the hook display at the tackle store caught my eye the other day,

‘Tom’ may need chance to shape up – or get out

Dear Annie: I am due to give birth to my first child any day and am seriously thinking about asking

Penn State kicks three players off football team

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Three Penn State football players charged in connection with a campus

Megachurches set up more-personal locations

People who don’t want to be part of a large congregation like the suburban feel of the satellites.

Niles turns to former standout QB Yeager

The 2001 graduate replaces Tim Johnson, who stepped down after one season. NILES — In an

Donlow’s 26 points spur Poland past Niles, 99-75

NILES — Poland sophomore forward Ben Donlow scored 26 points Friday to lead a balanced attack as the

MISSING SOLDIERS | Annual vigil

Mercer County veterans are holding their annual vigil to bring to the forefront the plight of

Newsletters from places of worship and other religious-based publications showcase valuable

Fight over jeans leads to jackpot

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — All week, Sammy Zabib was getting an earful from his girlfriend for

Grizzlies’ Gasol, Bulls’ Gordon ailing

Neither has serious injuries. WASHINGTON — Memphis forward Pau Gasol missed the Grizzlies’ game

‘Church Mice’ cartoons offer observations

The Rev. Karl Zorowski is a husband, father of two and pastor of two United Methodist churches in

Members read newsletters religiously

They face deadlines, printing challenges and sometimes too much or not enough material for the

Early intervention influences the rest of a person’s life

A principal blessing of the Christian faith is its revelation of a God who not only cares for his

50 Guard members leave for deployment

Members of the 583rd were called part of the next ‘greatest generation.’ AUSTINTOWN — Sp.

SteelHounds upend best team in CHL

The SteelHounds’ Jeff Alcombrack suffered a head injury in the 5-3 win over the Rage.

Speaker and choir set for Interfaith Tea

LIBERTY — Church Women United will hold its 63rd annual Interfaith Tea at 1 p.m. Feb. 5 at St.

YSU partners with British school to lower cost of studying abroad

YSU students pay only $1,000 more in tuition at the University of Winchester. YOUNGSTOWN — Cost is

Frisky ferrets entertain dedicated caregiver

Dear Heloise: I am proudly owned by four ferrets who were rescued from people who would probably

Different faces set in Australian duel

It will be Tsonga vs. Djokovic, not Federer and Nadal, in the showdown. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP)

Police: Suspect admitted abuse

The male nurse is accused of recently assaulting a man who is partially paralyzed. SANDUSKY (AP) —

Vatican: Pope is not dismissing reforms

VATICAN CITY (AP) — A Vatican official says Pope Benedict XVI doesn’t want to roll back the

Columbiana County JFS in need of new quarters

Editorial: Now that the chairman of the Columbiana County Board of Commissioners has publicly acknowledged that

Irony clear winner in presidential race

Opinion: At least one clear winner has emerged in the presidential campaign so far: irony. The indisputably

Davis’ goal with :02 left lifts Lakeview to victory

His 10-foot shot pushed the Bulldogs past rival Champion, 54-52. CHAMPION — Joel Davis sank a

Johnson is out to win Rolex

He will share a Pontiac Riley in the 24-hour endurance race at Daytona. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) —

Typos and misuse of words often add humor by mistake

There’s even a Web site devoted to these goofs. Where are the proofreaders? Readers may ask

State honors quality of local preschool

POLAND — New Life Christian Preschool, 2250 E. Western Reserve Road, has received the state’s One-

Yarab to race at Daytona

DAYTONA, Fla. — Ron Yarab will be one of the drivers of the No. 63 TRG 997 Porsche at the Rolex 24

Plans announced for Miklas-Corvino wedding in June

X AUSTINTOWN — Announced by Martin and Janet Miklas, 7070 Fairview Road, is the engagement of their

6 take citizen oath

6 take citizen oath YOUNGSTOWN — Six people became U.S. citizens in a Thursday naturalization

Canfield wears out Howland

The tired Tigers couldn’t match the Cardinals’ effort in a MAC game. HOWLAND — For John

Experts: Shop around before selling old gold

Sellers need to do their homework before selling. MELVILLE, N.Y. — It sounded too good to be

Candice Williams to be June bride of Thomas Cochran

X Candice Williams, 5662 Vassar Ave., Austintown, and Thomas Cochran, 329 Conestoga Trail, Pulaski,

Ministry uses passages from Bible to draw out inner beauty, morality

“To them that mourn in Zion ... give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the

7 nominated to service academies

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Seven area Western Pennsylvania high school students have been nominated to

Shame on the vandal

Opinion: Shame on the vandal EDITOR: I am a former trustee of Youngstown State University having served

Take it easy, Bill

Opinion: Dallas Morning News: What about Bill? That is, what to make of the large and bumptious role former

Clippers earn Tier One crown

Wellsville stayed in front in the Tier Two race. COLUMBIANA — Andrew Tirpak scored 16 points

Phantoms fall, 4-3, to St. Louis in OT

The Phantoms rallied from a 2-0 deficit in the first period. CHESTERFIELD, Mo. — In a showdown

Does Obama transcend race?

Opinion: BOSTON — I have been thinking about Ann Dunham’s other child, the girl child, the one she had with

Is America irrelevant in today’s world?

Opinion: DAVOS, Switzerland — Who would have imagined the drama? Just as 2,500 of the world’s most

Some pro-lifers are political orphans

Opinion: In this political season, with all the talk about the role of faith in public life, we as a Catholic

Woods seizes lead at Buick Invitational

He has a four-shot lead over rookie Kevin Streelman. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Kevin Streelman had his head

NHL’s first black player honored

Canadian Willie O’Ree chose hockey over baseball after visiting the South. ATLANTA (AP) — In 1956,

Court: Girl can go to school without tuition

The attorney for the girl’s family says he’s encouraged by the decision. YOUNGSTOWN — A girl,

Burt, Carter play well for East; Boardman falls to Perry, 45-26

Harding zapped Warren JFK, 109-53. YOUNGSTOWN — Jurrell Burt had 12 points and nine rebounds and

Largest Presbyterian church in Pa. district votes to leave

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Members of the largest church in the Pittsburgh Presbyterian district have voted

Big fourth quarter boosts Columbiana girls

COLUMBIANA — The Columbiana High girls basketball team, leading by a point after three quarters,

Let’s keep national parks gun-free

Every now and then, the people who work for us in Washington, D.C., propose a solution to a problem

Women get probation in fraud scheme

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Two women from western Pennsylvania have been sentenced to three years’ probation

EP fights fever, leaves United cold

Despite the flu, Nick DiCello helped the Bulldogs rally for a 55-53 win. EAST PALESTINE — It’s

Sharapova tips Ivanovic for title

The fifth seed didn’t lose one set as she captured her third Grand Slam title. MELBOURNE,

Malkin delivers to aid the Penguins

Since Sidney Crosby was injured, Evgeni Malkin has enjoyed great games. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Only a

Today is Saturday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2008. There are 340 days left in the year. On this date

Youth Theatre to present ‘Narnia’ tale for kids

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre will present “The Lion, The Witch and the

Mideast peace process falters

Newsday: Despite the faint hopes raised by President George W. Bush at the Annapolis Mideast summit

Funeral Home collecting donations for funeral expenses for the family who died in Wednesday morning's fire

FUNERAL EXPENSES How you can donate L.E. Black, Phillips and Holden Funeral Home is collecting

At YSU, Blackbox Productions breaks out two quality one-acts

‘Roulette’ and ‘The Nature and Purpose of the Universe’ make up a twin bill. YOUNGSTOWN — As

“Everyone is rushing into Egypt before they seal it off. I fell because everyone is pushing,

Opinion: “Everyone is rushing into Egypt before they seal it off. I fell because everyone is pushing,

College Goal Sunday to offer advice on education funding

Students can register for the program in advance. ALLIANCE — Parents and students interested in

Labor contract approved in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Public Schools and its teachers have approved a new three-year

Man faces charges in case of stolen vehicle parts

Police searched the house and garage last month. BOARDMAN — A Sylvia Lane man is expected to

Republican candidates court Hispanic voters

McCain received the backing of an influential Florida senator. MIAMI — Cocktails with John

Bids accepted for library facility

The board is still seeking a contractor for the building’s flooring. YOUNGSTOWN — The board of the

Drug maker Wyeth to cut 5,000 jobs

Drug makers are struggling with a shrinking pipeline of new drugs. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Wyeth is

Jurors visit sites linked to slaying

One juror was dismissed before the trial started. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Dennis Reed, on trial for

Razing of Wilson to save cash

The contractor’s ability to get a good price on salvage materials was a factor. YOUNGSTOWN —

In a city where murder has become a way of life, we’re still horrified

Editorial: In a city where murder has become a way of life, we’re still horrified Youngstown’s first murders

Remains of slain Marine escorted to Dayton

A Marine colleague suspected in the homicide is being sought in Mexico. DAYTON (AP) — A

Dancer turns to welding to pay bills, and likes it

She’s temporarily abandoned dancing for her career in welding. CINCINNATI (AP) — Alexandra

Fitch takes lead in wrestling tourney

Fitch takes lead in wrestling tourney kAUSTINTOWN took the lead in Day One of The Joshua Hephner

Democrat Dennis Kucinich abandons presidential race

CLEVELAND (AP) — As expected, Democrat Dennis Kucinich, trying to mend fences with his blue-collar

Study supports link to autism

Research could lead to a better understanding of how autism develops. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In

Fire forces guests, gamblers to flee hotel

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A fire on the roof of the Monte Carlo hotel-casino forced guests and gamblers to

Thief sentenced to night on streets

PAINESVILLE, Ohio (AP) — A Salvation Army worker who was ordered by a judge to spend a night

Judge OKs continuation of Delphi Corp. auction

NATION Judge OKs continuation of Delphi Corp. auction NEW YORK — A judge on Friday authorized

College grants and scholarships

MOUNT UNION COLLEGE, ALLIANCE, OHIO Rachel Lyn Skoczylas of Warren, an education major, has been

Friday’s Basketball Scores

FRIDAY’S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST Colby 77, Wesleyan, Conn. 70 Fairfield 70, Canisius 51

Friday Boys Basketball scores

BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA East 63, Chaney 28 Mooney 59, Ursuline 55 Youngstown

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