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Attorney leaves post for judgeship
CLEVELAND — A familiar face in law enforcement in the Mahoning Valley is getting a new job. U.S.
Official details work of AMVETS
BOARDMAN — One of the biggest ambitions of John P. Brown III is to make sure it will be easier for
Community helps Salem family after fire
SALEM — Terry Krepps has played a “very spooky and very scary” Jacob Marley in “A Christmas Carol.”
10 levies before voters again
YOUNGSTOWN — No doesn’t always mean no. In fact, when it comes to tax levies for school and
Campbell fire destroys home
Campbell fire destroys home CAMPBELL — Firefighters suspect arson in a structure fire that caused
Fitch’s Jameson is champion again
COLUMBUS — Fitch’s Tony Jameson became just the 16th high school wrestler in state tournament
Poland escapes, 72-71
The West Branch High basketball team threw a major scare at undefeated Poland before losing 72-71 in
Hillary Clinton here Sunday
Hillary Clinton here Sunday AUSTINTOWN — If you missed U.S. Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, D-N.Y.,
City plan offers townships riches
YOUNGSTOWN — A draft of an ambitious economic development plan by Youngstown to use its water system
YSU women lose to Valparaiso
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State University women’s basketball team sufferedits third straight
Pens lose to Sens, 5-4
OTTAWA — Daniel Alfredsson had two goals and an assist, helping the Ottawa Senators snap a three-
Professor will address St. Patrick parishioners Sunday on voting
Professor will address St. Patrick parishioners Sunday on voting YOUNGSTOWN — St. Patrick Church,
Random thoughts from the state wrestling tournament
Random thoughts from the state wrestling tournament
D.A. is here to stay: Browns ink Anderson to three-year contract
Cleveland also traded for Packers defensive linemen Corey Williams and Lions DT Shaun Rogers.
Phantoms top Alpena in 6-3 win at Ice Zone
Mahoning Valley opened up a three-point lead over the Ice Diggers. BOARDMAN — The Mahoning
Jeff Wilkins to retire from NFL
The former Fitch High and YSU standout has played 14 seasons, 11 with Rams. Jeff Wilkins, the
Windham’s early lead eliminates Southington
The Bombers held a 21-2 first quarter lead and the Wildcats never caught up. WARREN — If
Richards’ 200th goal lifts ’Hounds
Youngstown defeated Wichita, 4-3, in the opener of a three-game series. YOUNGSTOWN — The
27 students arrested at high school after brawl
27 students arrested at high school after brawl MIAMI — A lunchtime protest at a high school
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Eagles: The biggest prize in free agency was Asante Samuel, the former Patriots cornerback who tied
‘SNL’ Obama portrayal causes stir
‘Saturday Night Live’ cast member Fred Armisen darkened his face with makeup. WASHINGTON —
Local artist keeps it real
One of his paintings is featured in the March issue of The Artist’s Magazine. STRUTHERS —
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua D. Hibbard, 24, of 4241 Patricia Ave., Austintown, and
Prince Harry pulled out of service in Afghanistan
Harry wants to have a career in the military. LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry wanted to be “one of the
Give people a lift to work
Opinion: Give people a lift to work EDITOR: I am the executive director of Burdman Group Inc., a
Ad sparks debate over who’s best to handle crisis
The ad ran in Texas on Friday. HOUSTON (AP) — A stark new Hillary Rodham Clinton ad portrays her
Summer camp options
Summer camp options MONACA, Pa. — The Penn State Beaver Office of Continuing Education will offer
OBAMA SUPPORTERS: Caroline Kennedy and state Sen. Bob Hagan of Youngstown were at the Butler
OBAMA SUPPORTERS: Caroline Kennedy and state Sen. Bob Hagan of Youngstown were at the Butler
‘Oprah’s Big Give’ show makes for a real weeper
You can’t help but fall for the people who are getting help. When Oprah does reality TV, don’t
Pupils to attend tourney at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — More than 400 school pupils and their supporters will be on the Youngstown State
Business news digest
REGION Five Guys eatery sets reopening BOARDMAN — A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the reopening
Rep. Wilson may be calling you to ‘town hall’ meeting
The program will discuss the economic stimulus package and other issues. SALEM — Instead of
Woman dead, firefighters hurt
GROVE CITY, Pa. — A woman was killed and two firefighters injured in a house fire at 132 Garden Ave.
Gephardt, Kennedy stump in the region for Dem candidates
The governor says Clinton would be Ohio’s partner in the White House. YOUNGSTOWN — President
Megan McKenna is an internationally known author, lecturer, retreat leader and spiritual director
Megan McKenna is an internationally known author, lecturer, retreat leader and spiritual director.
Kennedy Catholic tops Rocky Grove
FARRELL — Case McKinney tossed in 14 points and pulled down 13 rebounds as Kennedy Catholic held off
Hathaway Brown eliminates Canfield, 45-42
BARBERTON — Canfield High girls basketball coach Pat Pavlansky leaned against a wall, shook his head
NBA ROUNDUP | Friday’s other games
Hornets 110, Jazz 98 NEW ORLEANS — Chris Paul had 24 points and 16 assists as New Orleans held off
Deadly toxin found in room at Vegas motel
Seven people were examined at hospitals and later released. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Authorities on Friday
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Howard Wolfson, campaign adviser
James leads Cavaliers to 92-84 win
He showed no signs of an ankle injury against the Timberwolves. CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James had
Some Bassmaster Classics stand out in my mind
Last weekend’s Bassmaster Classic was a trip down Nostalgia Lane for me, as I watched ESPN2’s
Volley of ads, Hillary visit target Valley in final days
An Obama TV commercial airing in Ohio features a former Delphi Packard Electric worker. T
Boardman girls going to state tournament
Canfield’s stellar season comes to a disappointing end. Pushed to the brink of season-ending
Boardman sublime in overtime
CANTON — After playing from behind for most of a tenacious defensive struggle, the Boardman High
HOW THEY FARED State wrestling tournament
Results of area athletes’ matches Friday at the 71st state wrestling tournament at Value City Arena
Victim in beating is strong in spirit
Prosecutors want to try the teenagers accused in the attack as adults. HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) — A
Official predicts large turnout for Tuesday primary
Ohio generally has a poor turnout in primaries. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s top elections official
Horizon indoor meet starts today in Kent
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State will attempt to sweep the men’s and women’s conference titles for the
Ex-President Clinton defends wife’s role in fights with GOP
Hillary Clinton was helping needy people before she became a senator, the former president said.
NHL Roundup for Friday’s games
NHL ROUNDUP Friday’s games Sharks 3, Red Wings 2 DETROIT — Dominik Hasek gave up early goals
Howland duo seeking first state titles today
Kyle Leek (125) and Greg Ryan (135) are both one win away. COLUMBUS — Howland wrestlers Kyle
One dead, one injured in head-on crash
NEGLEY — One motorist was killed and another injured Friday in a two-vehicle crash on state Route
Struthers painter links art, reality
Struthers painter links art, reality kSTRUTHERS ARTIST James O’Malley is the quintessential
Wilkins announces retirement
Wilkins announces retirement Fitch High and Youngstown State graduate Jeff Wilkins announced his
Ursuline boys return to regional
Dominique Cole had 25 points as the Irish beat Campbell, 66-46. SALEM — After Jamel Turner’s
Hearing targets residency law
The magistrate will decide after written legal arguments are filed. YOUNGSTOWN — An expert’s
McDonald ‘Clipped’ in district final
Joe Blinsky helped Columbiana rally for a 73-67 victory. STRUTHERS — Columbiana senior Joe
BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA
BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY’S SCORES AREA Division III at Salem High School Ursuline 66, Campbell 46
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN ADS: Steven Schuyler of Youngstown, above, a former Delphi Packard Electric
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN ADS: Steven Schuyler of Youngstown, above, a former Delphi Packard Electric
Indians drop 4-3 contest to Astros
The Phillies handed the Pirates a 5-4 defeat. KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Roy Oswalt pitched two hitless
Sunday news programs
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Time Warner Cable
Gains, losses among churches
Observers see survival in creativity for denominations thate are faced with shrinking congregations.
Fitch High’s Jameson advances to fourth straight state championship final today
So far his toughest match was in his state tournament opener. COLUMBUS — During his first
Faith makes sharing possible
A New England worship center is home to a number of small churches. NEWTON, Mass. (AP) — The
“Rescue Chef” (Noon, Food Network): A chef is on call to handle some “personal
“Rescue Chef” (Noon, Food Network): A chef is on call to handle some “personal culinary obstacles” —
Habitat will open discount store
Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore, while not yet open, is accepting donations. STRUTHERS —
Tips will help in selection of pet sitter
heloise Tips will help in selection of pet sitter Dear Readers: Have you ever considered hiring
Today is Saturday, March 1, the 61st day of 2008. There are 305 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, March 1, the 61st day of 2008. There are 305 days left in the year. On this date
Timeless warning is repeated
Kathy mitchell and Marcy sugar \ Annie’s Mailbox Timeless warning is repeated Dear Annie: Ten
Teen hunter’s got game
Adam Bouch, 14, of Canfield poses with a 14-point buck he shot, top. Adam shot the deer in Canfield
Operating costs put truckers in hole
Independent truckers have trouble surviving high diesel prices. Trucker Robert Griffith is on
Youngstown Shrine Club will honor Henry
Youngstown Shrine Club will honor Henry NORTH LIMA — Youngstown Shrine Club, 1745 W. South Range
Historical society seeks help of volunteers
c_ Historical society seeks help of volunteers MERCER, Pa. — Mercer County Historical Society,
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games New Jersey 120, Milwaukee 106 San Antonio 97, Dallas 94 L.A. Lakers 106,
Americans shedding religious traditions
Opinion: ELLEN GOODMAN Americans shedding religious traditions WASHINGTON — Just below the text
Agenda Sunday
Agenda Sunday McDonald school board special meeting, 7 p.m., high school board offices. XAGENDA
Lenten program provokes reflection on tenets of faith
Cooperative effort between St. Brendan and St. Patrick churches makes program by theologian
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Susan Edgington and William Watson, Campbell, girl, Feb. 28.
Ax quickly falls on ‘Quarterlife’
NBC has pulled the plug on its Internet-to-TV experiment “Quarterlife” — a decision that apparently
Auto parts maker seeking extension of bankruptcy protection
Delphi says it’s being cautious in seeking a two-month extension. NEW YORK (AP) — Delphi asked
Worries about economy put stocks in sharp drop
Oil prices pushed past $103 per barrel for the first time. NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks fell sharply
Victoria’s Secret to turn line from sexy to feminine
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Victoria’s Secret, the retailer that created the Very Sexy bra and the annual
Black Eyed Peas star releases Obama video
Black Eyed Peas star releases Obama video NEW YORK — Is will.i.am angling for a job in a Barack
New Arizona law pressures illegal immigrants to leave
Arizona is the nation’s busiest gateway for illegal immigration. PHOENIX (AP) — Parents are
Submit information for Holy Week, Easter
Submit information for Holy Week, Easter The Vindicator’s Religion page will run a listing of area
In praise of women in Valley
Without a doubt, our country would not be as great as it is without the significant contributions of
YSU gets grant for science education
About two dozen area teachers will be able to take the course for free. YOUNGSTOWN
Rockview Christian recognizes Kelley Kurtz
YOUNGSTOWN — Kelley Kurtz was honored as the 2007 “Person of the Year” by Rockview Christian Church,
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST The following students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted:
LaGrotta to receive pension, lump sum
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A former state lawmaker who placed relatives in state jobs that reaped them
‘Understanding’ is theme for annual World Day of Prayer
The ecumenical event is sponsored by Church Women United. YOUNGSTOWN — “God’s Wisdom Provides New
Mormon church promotes history projects
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Mormon church will launch a new imprint for publishing works that detail
40,000 to be notified in Vegas hepatitis scare
LAS VEGAS — The campaign to notify 40,000 patients of a Las Vegas endoscopy and colonoscopy clinic
Boil-water order in effect
Boil-water order in effect CANFIELD — A precautionary boil order for Callahan Road, Neff Drive,
Essay contest open for teens interested in going to summit
Climate change, poverty and child survival are just a few of the summit topics. NEW YORK, N.Y. —
Reception set for young artists
A change in venue has limited the number of pieces able to be displayed. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. — An
DOWNSIZING DELPHI
DOWNSIZING DELPHI Local cuts Recent changes at Delphi Packard Electric’s local operations:
‘Leapling’ will add years at slower pace
Famous leap year day babies include singer Dinah Shore and rapper Ja Rule. YOUNGSTOWN — It was
Kindergarten in Liberty will run full days
LIBERTY — Children in kindergarten in the Liberty schools will start attending full-day sessions
Area acheivements for March 1, 2008
BALDWIN WALLACE COLLEGE, BEREA, OHIO Jamie Serenko of Boardman has been elected president of the
Turkey ends offensive against Kurdish rebels
CUKURCA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey’s military said Friday it has ended a ground offensive against Kurdish
‘Pilgrim George’ to present Lenten mission
YOUNGSTOWN — George Walter, who is known as “Pilgrim George,” will present a Lenten mission next
China agrees to share records on MIAs with U.S.
SHANGHAI, China (AP) — A window has opened for families of the 8,100 American servicemen missing
Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the 2008-09 school year. In most
Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the 2008-09 school year. In most
TCTC team places first in Cleveland in contest on automotive abilities
It was the second consecutive Cleveland first-place finish for a TCTC team. WARREN — The guys at
As you travel, make note of the wildlife
Outside, the snow falls, and it’s too cold walk in the woods, so my mind wanders to places I’ve been
In praise of women in Valley
Opinion: Without a doubt, our country would not be as great as it is without the significant contributions of women.