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Austintown schools will close Davis building
Austintown schools will close Davis building AUSTINTOWN — The Austintown Board of Education voted
YSU’s Sellman candidate for national award
YSU’s Sellman candidate for national award Youngstown State senior pitcher Ryan Sellman was
Penguins beat Detroit, 65-54, in Horizon tournament
Penguins beat Detroit, 65-54, in Horizon tournament Heather Karner scored 18 points and Tiara
Adult charges for teen charged in school stabbing
Adult charges for teen charged in school stabbing HERMITAGE, Pa. — City police have charged a
Court upholds long prison term for violent acts
Court upholds long prison term for violent acts YOUNGSTOWN — An appellate court has upheld an
Christ our King Church ransacked
Christ our King Church ransacked WARREN – Christ Our King Church was ransacked and money used to
Youngstown man faces drug charges in Warren
Youngstown man faces drug charges in Warren WARREN – A preliminary hearing is scheduled for April
Woman made up abduction claim, police say
Woman made up abduction claim, police say WARREN – A woman fabricated a claim that she was
Bringing Bill Clinton here started in Arizona
Bringing Bill Clinton here started in Arizona CANFIELD — So local businessman Bruce Zoldan invites
Lake Erie College’s Binko named player of the week
Lake Erie College junior first/third baseman Brittney Binko (Warren JFK) was named Allegheny
Local products named PAC players of the week
Thiel College junior right fielder Dave Nypaver (Howland) and junior starter Josh Tedesco (Ursuline)
Public invited to Warren postmaster installation
Public invited to Warren postmaster installation WARREN – The public is invited when Warren native
Youngstown Road Runners to induct 3 into hall of fame
The Youngstown Road Runner's Club will induct into their hall of fame for 2008 Dan Shields, Ted
Thunder to host Fan Fest Saturday
BOARDMAN — Thunder players, the Storm Chasers, coaches and mascot Boomer will be on hand for
Lordstown plays hoops to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank
Lordstown High School and the Village of Lordstown will host the Charity Basketball Games for the
Scott, Branson named to Horizon teams
Youngstown State junior Tiara Scott was named to the All-Horizon League Second Team and All-Newcomer
Boardman fire truck in traffic accident
Boardman fire truck in traffic accident BOARDMAN — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FSN Pitt) College wrestling. 3:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Soccer: UEFA. 7 p.m. (ESPN) College
Craft show rescheduled
Craft show rescheduled NILES — The Spring Craft Show will take place at First Presyterian Church,
Skywarn will conduct training session in Austintown
Skywarn will conduct training session in Austintown AUSTINTOWN —Mahoning County Skywarn, a
Worth a Look: Upcoming area activities open to the public
worth a look Fundraisers • Shrine of Our Lady Comforterof the Afflicted, 517 S. Belle Vista
Circuit City reinvents itself
c_ Circuit City reinvents itself c_ Amid economic woes, increased competition, the chain is
What to do when Holy Week, holiday conflict?
What to do when Holy Week, holiday conflict? A calculation established centuries ago determines
Obama’s black support has its limits
Obama’s black support has its limits The candidate’s race is a factor among both whites and
Idora’s carousel given rebirth in New York
Idora’s carousel given rebirth in New York The artist spent 16 years chipping away at extra
No. 4 Vols capture SEC title with 89-56 victory
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Chris Lofton scored 28 points, including six 3-pointers, and No. 4 Tennessee
Buckeyes end with win
Buckeyes end with win Ohio State made its case for getting in the NCAA tournament with a win over
Cink collapses, O’Hair takes advantage
PALM HARBOR, Fla. — Sean O’Hair took advantage of a stunning collapse by Stewart Cink to win the
Randall leads Kennedy to PIAA semifinals
CLARION, Pa. — Point guard Kyle Randall almost single handily has Kennedy Catholic in the PIAA Class
Leyland remembers rejection
Prior to the 2006 season he thought he wanted to return to Pittsburgh. LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — Oh,
Riding With: Dave Blaney
Sunday: The Hartford native finished in 32nd place in the Toyota Caterpillar at the Kobalt Tools 500
Big Ten Roundup: Sunday’s other games
Penn St. 68, No. 18 Indiana 64, OT STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Freshman David Jackson tied the game in
Ohio State upsets Michigan State
Jamar Butler had 20 points in his home finale in the Buckeyes’ 63-54 win. COLUMBUS — Michigan
Mastny is hoping this is year he finds a spot on Tribe’s staff
The big right-hander is battling for the final bullpen spot on the Indians’ roster. WINTER
Umbel carries team to state
He rarely left the court in Sunday’s regional championship game. CANTON — A year after
’Dogs steal Bengals’ bite
Poland defeated Benedictine 77-63 in the Division III regional final. CANTON — Outside of
Crosby leads Penguins’ 4-2 win
He was credited with two goals, but one of them was scored by the Capitals. WASHINGTON (AP) —
SteelHounds post 6-0 win over Thunder
WICHITA, Kan. — Kevin Beech recorded his second shutout as a member of the SteelHounds, and fourth
NHL Roundup: Sunday’s other games
Stars 3, Avalanche 0 DALLAS — Marty Turco made 20 saves for his 33rd career shutout, Brad Richards
YSU Basketball: Today’s game
YSU WOMEN (13-16) vs. DETROIT (6-21, 4-12) When: 7:05 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV: WKBN-AM
Plain eggs become Eastertime gems in traditional art
Plain eggs become Eastertime gems in traditional art A pysanka is a decorated Ukrainian Easter
Digging out, Ohio looks for a snow reprieve
Digging out, Ohio looks for a snow reprieve In Youngstown, almost a foot of snow fell during the
Coroner continues seeking expert
Coroner continues seeking expert The demand for forensic pathologists is great; the supply is
Pony breeders plan annual spring sale
Pony breeders plan annual spring sale ELLSWORTH — The Mahoning Valley Pony Breeder’s Association
Niles council, mayor fill housing nuisance board
Niles council, mayor fill housing nuisance board The five-member board will hear appeals of
Discount cards save thousands on drug costs
c_ Discount cards save thousands on drug costs The cards are for everyone whose medicine is not
Swogger is among 24 new players
The former local player is a commodity the team can market. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley
Kids exercise book smarts, body smarts
Kids exercise book smarts, body smarts Students will perform the exercises during their homeroom
Cavs give Indy frigid reception
LeBron James and Co. downed the Pacers 103-95 in front of some brave fans. CLEVELAND (AP) — After
Grapefruit roundup Tribe/Bucs
Indians 9, Phillies 5 WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Fausto Carmona pitched three shutout innings and Ryan
Camp Thunder open for business
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning Valley Thunder, who proved to be a big hit last season by averaging about
Francisco’s success no minor benefit
But he might get squeezed out of the Indians’ outfield. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) — Indians
Phantoms drop 4-3 contest to Rangers
MARQUETTE, Mich. — Josh Bussell scored the game-winning goal with 1:33 remaining, giving the
Kent State holds off Akron by 3; MAC teams off to tournament
The Golden Flashes have the No. 1 seed. AKRON — Al Fisher hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer that
Historical society plans changes
Historical society plans changes The society has a handwritten copy of a speech by the city’s
Texas woman to receive Silver Star for bravery
Texas woman to receive Silver Star for bravery In Afghanistan and Iraq, women soldiers are in
Anti-immigration feelings boost hate groups, crimes
Anti-immigration feelings boost hate groups, crimes The largest categories of hate groups are neo-
Reports: Contracts went to friend
Reports: Contracts went to friend Text messages show the mayor’s office provided the friend
Tight-knit village joins for art project
Tight-knit village joins for art project Knitters around the country are displaying their work in
Hill made right choice
Probably the smartest thing Youngstown State women’s basketball coach Tisha Hill could have done is
Grand Canyon: A grand place for mining?
Opinion: HOW THEY SEE IT Grand Canyon: A grand place for mining? Nineteenth-century explorer John
Pittsburgh’s production boom is keeping city’s film crews busy
Pittsburgh’s production boom is keeping city’s film crews busy Last summer, Pennsylvania lawmakers
Drugs found in water supplies Tests: Effect on cells is concern
Drugs found in water supplies Tests: Effect on cells is concern A vast array of
If you drag yourself away from the doom and gloom, you might even want to buy some stock
Opinion: If you drag yourself away from the doom and gloom, you might even want to buy some stock EDITOR:
Look beyond NAFTA
Editorial: Look beyond NAFTA Much of the debate in the Democratic primary race in Ohio centered on the loss
Strike the tattered flag
Opinion: Strike the tattered flag EDITOR: What is the price to honor our American flag? I recently
Museum to show Warhol’s darker side
Museum to show Warhol’s darker side The Pop artist was fascinated with death and destruction.
Dating in office: Try to remain professional
Dating in office: Try to remain professional While some workplace romances end in marriage, fewer
‘Going green’ is not without its inconveniences, especially after dropping a CFL bulb
Opinion: ‘Going green’ is not without its inconveniences, especially after dropping a CFL bulb EDITOR:
Time for a second look at government spying
Editorial: Time for a second look at government spying In the immediate aftermath of Sept. 11, 2001, very
Chinese tresses selling for hair-raising prices
Chinese tresses selling for hair-raising prices TOKYO — Natural hair used for extensions is
Bus, pickup collide, leaving woman dead
Bus, pickup collide, leaving woman dead FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A tour bus and a pickup truck
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games Cleveland 103, Indiana 95 Atlanta 114, Miami 111, OT, comp. of susp. game
Fugitive of the week for the week of March 9, 2008
fugitive of the week James L. Hyler The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the
Staying on job beyond the 60s
Staying on job beyond the 60s About 10 percent of older Americans forgo retirement. DALLAS —
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Youngstown Human Relations Commission, 10 a.m., council caucus room, sixth floor,
Iran is recruiting Iraqis for training, U.S. says
Iran is recruiting Iraqis for training, U.S. says A cache of weapons found recently contained
Youngstown’s water plan needs independent review
Editorial: Youngstown’s water plan needs independent review Given the suspicion with which residents of
In Ohio, resume and race do matter
Opinion: Bertram de Souza In Ohio, resume and race do matter Exit polls that showed Hillary
One step from state: St. Edward slips past Harding in OT, 77-75
A controversial buzzer- beater cost the Raiders a trip to Columbus. CLEVELAND — All season
Release Rosenberg testimony so history can fully judge
Release Rosenberg testimony so history can fully judge Washington Post: Debate over the guilt or
Fla. space industry prepares for hit
Fla. space industry prepares for hit The Virginia company chosen to build the new space rocket
YSU Baseball team bows
ysu Baseball team bows TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Youngstown State allowed three runs in the bottom of
Rebuilding credit after bankruptcy takes time, work, lifestyle changes
Rebuilding credit after bankruptcy takes time, work, lifestyle changes How to start? Develop a
Michigan, Florida likely to use mail-in primary
Michigan, Florida likely to use mail-in primary In Florida, the Democratic Party will have to come
U.S. has a stake in elections elsewhere
Opinion: Trudy Rubin U.S. has a stake in elections elsewhere While Americans have been preoccupied
No joke: Kathy Griffin marries NYC couple
hNo joke: Kathy Griffin marries NYC couple NEW YORK — She has been a sitcom character, a sometime
World news digest: Security problems in the South and the Gaza Strip
ISRAEL Ha’aretz, Tel Aviv, March 3: The security problems in the South and the Gaza Strip, and the
Sometimes appointment is a better method than election
Opinion: Sometimes appointment is a better method than election EDITOR: While, as a resident of Trumbull
St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, falls on Monday of Holy Week. A samplkngof the calendar
St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, falls on Monday of Holy Week. A samplkngof the calendar conundrum:
Today is Monday, March 10, the 70th day of 2008. There are 296 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Monday, March 10, the 70th day of 2008. There are 296 days left in the year. On this date
Suburbs prosper at Sacramento’s expense
Opinion: HOW HE SEES IT Suburbs prosper at Sacramento’s expense Twenty-plus years ago, in a series of
Critics oppose one of Ohio’s most powerful political bosses
Critics oppose one of Ohio’s most powerful political bosses The Democratic secretary of state
Citizens to discuss utility-bill proposals
REGION Citizens to discuss utility-bill proposals LIBERTY — A group of citizens has organized a
Vindy.com News Podcast for March 10, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday, March 10, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
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