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Two sons in military keep Vienna Twp. mother on edge
Two sons in military keep Vienna Twp. mother on edge VIENNA — Beth Haddle got the call from Iraq
New Castle police seeking leads in triple shooting
New Castle police seeking leads in triple shooting NEW CASTLE, Pa.— Three people were injured by
Time-Warner cable service restored
Time-Warner cable customers shut down YOUNGSTOWN — Subscribers to Time-Warner Cable were shut down
SteelHounds win again over Bucks
YOUNGSTOWN — Goals by Joel Irving, Mark Odut and Jason Baird gave the Youngstown SteelHounds their
Residents give opinions on 5-year-old Iraq War
Residents give opinions on 5-year-old Iraq War Area residents say that five years into the Iraq
Columbiana agencies sponsor drug abuse reduction program
Columbiana agencies sponsor drug abuse reduction program SALEM — A suspected drug dealer was
Lakeview board, community forum set Wednesday
Lakeview board, community forum set Wednesday CORTLAND — With the sound defeat of a 7.5-mill levy
Youngstown, police resolve contract dispute
Youngstown, police resolve contract dispute YOUNGSTOWN —¬†After more than a year and a half of
Workshop discusses plans to revitalize Wick Park
Workshop discusses plans to revitalize Wick Park YOUNGSTOWN — For Tyler Clark, an improved Wick
Hannah Stang Gerdes wins 75th Vindicator Regional Spelling Bee
Hannah Stang Gerdes wins 75th Vindicator Regional Spelling Bee YOUNGSTOWN — For some, they say the
EOWL wrestlers wipe off the rust, beat Portage
The exhibition event keeps the athletes busy until the summer season starts. NORTH JACKSON —
Phantoms rally for shootout victory
Mahoning Valley fell behind 3-0 before beating Traverse City. BOARDMAN — Prior to their game
Blue Jackets lose to Blackhawks
Columbus has won only one of nine home games. COLUMBUS (AP) — Cam Barker, Patrick Kane and Andrew
Crosby to miss another week to recover from ankle sprain
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ ace said he needs more time to recover from the injury. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
The SteelHounds rally to spill the Bucks, 3-2
YOUNGSTOWN — Battling for their playoff lives against Central Hockey League quality, the Youngstown
Neitzel is too tough for OSU in tourney
He scored 28 points as Michigan State ousted the Buckeyes, 67-60, in the Big Ten event.
Top YMCA swimmers vie in Great Lakes meet
Eighty-six YMCA teams from five states are participating at Cleveland State. CLEVELAND — Twenty-
Pavlik grand marshal of St. Pat's parade|MAP
The parade begins at 1 p.m. Sunday. BOARDMAN — Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik of Youngstown,
$7M in grants to redo sites
Improvement work at Realty Towers will start shortly YOUNGS-TOWN —¬†Two vacant downtown
Boardman strikes union deal
The union also agreed to reduce its members’ uniform allowance. BOARDMAN — The 27 township
Woman in Taser case hospitalized
For now, the home is being treated as a crime scene, said the police chief. HOWLAND — A township
University creates Judaic studies center
Creation of the center coincides with a proposal to offer a minor in Judaic studies.
Supreme court hears abuse-reporting case
The journals were used to fill time and give the students practice at creative writing, the
Poland kids write, illustrate own books
Winning entries will be published. POLAND — You’ve likely heard of best-selling authors John
These egg hunts offer Easter fun
Area Easter egg hunts and other holiday-related activities as submitted to The Vindicator:
Ex-Valley reporter sues Hustler
YOUNGSTOWN — Former WKBN-TV 27 reporter Catherine Bosley and her husband have filed a lawsuit in
YSU, faculty reach contract
Contract talks three years ago broke down, resulting in a strike by the faculty. YOUNGSTOWN —
Craving for commodities pushes oil over $110/barrel
Natural gas prices are up nearly 30 percent this year. WASHINGTON (AP) — There is little overlap
Goodyear gets a grip; Stewart gives thumbs-up
The tire manufacturer doesn’t want to be thrown under the bus this Sunday. BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) —
ENHANCED WORSHIP
Open, accessible and flexible describes the updated sanctuary of the century-old Canfield United
Doctors going to Germany lose title
A Nazi-era law is still being honored in Germany. BERLIN — Americans with PhDs beware: Telling
New Castle woman starts online clothing company
New Castle woman starts online clothing company NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Summer Wise of New Castle has
Mahoning County court listings
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Anthony S. Crone, 36, of 2768 Highland Ave., Poland, and
Occupants of 3 houses cited under housing code
Two of the houses have no running water. YOUNGSTOWN — If there’s unsightly stuff in your yard —
St. Columba Cathedral sets schedule for Holy Week
YOUNGSTOWN — About 1,000 people representing the 115 parishes of the six-county Catholic Diocese of
Garko isn’t taking spot on Tribe roster for granted
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — When the Indians broke camp last year, Ryan Garko was the last one on the bus.
Region
Region Hidden Valley gun show Hidden Valley Sportsmen’s Club, 268 Gilkey Road, West Middlesex,
Scandal breeds celebrity for Spitzer case call girl
The prostitute’s fame is fueling her fledgling music career. NEW YORK — The collateral
She worries that drug, alcohol mix may harm aunt
Dear Annie: My 80-year-old aunt is taking the antidepressant Xanax. I am concerned because she also
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m. Sunday, WFMJ-TV 21; and 7 p.m. Wednesday on Time Warner Cable
Akron returns to MAC title game
CLEVELAND (AP) — Chris McKnight scored 16 points as Akron got back to the Mid-American Conference
Anglers get antsy waiting for ice-out
Walleye anglers are about to break down their doors in the aftermath of the big blast of winter that
Badgers stifle Michigan offense
Illinois upset No. 17 Purdue in overtime. INDIANAPOLIS — No. 8 Wisconsin takes such pride in its
McCain worries terrorists could influence election
SPRINGFIELD, Pa. (AP) — Republican John McCain said he worries that terrorists might try to
Itinerant preacher targets sins at colleges
In the past two years, he’s preached fire and brimstone at 28 schools. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) —
Monks’ protests in Tibetan towns become violent
Ordinary Tibetans joined protests against Chinese rule. BEIJING (AP) — Protests led by Buddhist
Icons featured in Sunday of Orthodoxy observance
The members of the Eastern Orthodox Clergy of Mahoning Valley will join more than 250 million
‘Jackass’ star faces drug possession charge
‘Jackass’ star faces drug possession charge LOS ANGELES — Steve-O of “Jackass” fame has been
Bear Stearns rescued by Fed, JP Morgan Chase
Nearly half of the company’s value was wiped out in minutes. NEW YORK (AP) — Bear Stearns Cos.,
Palm Sunday and Holy Week services In the Valley and in the area
Area churches were invited to submit information on upcoming services. Here is a list of area church
Miss Walentowski, Mr. Brye to be wed July 5 in Wisconsin
XWINONA — Courtney and Elaine Brye, 5205 Whinnery Road, are announcing the engagement of their son,
Singh recovers from illness to take 2-stroke lead
He fired a 65 to launch defense of his title in the Arnold Palmer Invitational. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)
Reliable signs that spring has arrived
To most of us, spring means flowers blooming, birds singing and gardens growing. The calendar
3 Toledo men indicted in burglary of home
The chase reached speeds up to 70 mph after the burglary. YOUNGSTOWN — Three Toledo men have
Lenten traditions have evolved
Faithful fans of ESPN’s “Mike Mike in the Morning” know that former NFL lineman Mike Golic takes
Catholic Charities helping ice storm victims
YOUNGSTOWN — Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown is striving to provide short- and long-
Woodworth Church names new pastor
POLAND — Timothy Hayes is the new pastor of Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E. Western Reserve
Jesus’ picture left unscathed in garage fire
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — A Thursday morning fire that destroyed a home here left a picture of Jesus
Mercer panel to evaluate options on nursing home
Commissioners have no clear options about what to do with the former county home. MERCER, Pa.
First Federated fasts for funds, better health
NORTH JACKSON– Members of First Federated Church, 10786 Mahoning Ave., hoped to make some “fast”
NHL ROUNDUP Friday’s other games
Capitals 4, Thrashers 1 WASHINGTON — Brooks Laich scored two goals and Alex Ovechkin and Matt
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi,
Summer wedding to unite Katie Lyell and Adam DeLong
X NILES —Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lyell, 2651 Oak Forest Drive, announce the engagement of their
TRUMBULL COUNTY Grand jury
A Trumbull County grand jury indicted 14 people Friday. They will be arraigned at 2 p.m. Thursday
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games Washington 101, Cleveland 99 Sacramento 96, Portland 85 Phoenix 123, Golden
Dems face political reality
Editorial: Albany Times Union: It’s been weeks since it made any sense at all for Democratic National Committee
Rev. Wills to speak at Good Friday breakfast
YOUNGSTOWN — The Rev. Rusty Wills, pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Poland, will be
Officials list reasons to keep Ryan at Chevy
City officials say Eric Ryan brings many positive attributes to the center. YOUNGSTOWN —¬†So
Watches change as time marches on
Opinion: The big clock that was located downtown on the Dollar Bank building brings back memories of more
Airlines raise ticket prices to cover fuel costs
Airlines raise ticket prices for the fourth straight week. NEW YORK (AP) — United Airlines said
Foreign policy issues demand attention
Opinion: When I wrote about presidential dream tickets nearly a year ago, with U.S. Sen. John McCain of
Antioch wants faculty suit ended
YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio (AP) — Antioch University asked a judge Friday to dismiss a lawsuit filed by
Xi Man competition heads to YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — The women of the Theta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Xi Delta at Youngstown State University
Dinner, free concert at West Branch school
Dinner, free concert at West Branch school BELOIT — West Branch High School Choral Parents will
Use small toothbrush for dogs’ dental care
Dear Heloise: Dental cleaning is expensive for a dog but necessary if its teeth have collected
Weekly series to begin
Weekly series to begin CHAMPION — Wildare United Methodist Church will host a weekly series based
Today is Saturday, March 15, the 75th day of 2008. There are 291 days left in the year. This is
Today is Saturday, March 15, the 75th day of 2008. There are 291 days left in the year. This is
Spitzer’s eyebrows a dead giveaway
Opinion: BOSTON — To think that I had never focused blame on this particular part of the male anatomy. But
BOYS BASKETBALL | Friday’s state semifinals
Division I Lakewood St. Edward 68, Cin. St. Xavier 59 COLUMBUS — Lakewood St. Edward was down by
Mich. Dems to promote do-over primary for June
The national party punished Michigan and Florida for having pre-Feb. 5 races. WASHINGTON (AP) —
Videotape of testimony to be available to public
COLUMBUS (AP)— A videotape of testimony that Ohio’s chief elections official gave this week in a
Defendant acts properly as he pleads guilty
The defendant was calm and courteous to the judge this time. YOUNGS-TOWN — A defendant in a
Survey: 33% of women, 6% of men in service report sex harassment
Another report showed that fewer sexual assaults were reported in 2007. WASHINGTON (AP) — One-
2-year prison sentence
2-year prison sentence YOUNGSTOWN — An Ohio Avenue woman has been sentenced to two years in prison
5-year sentence for killing worker
5-year sentence for killing worker LISBON — A woman was sentenced to five years in prison for
Bond set at $3 million in slaying of student
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — A teenager accused of killing two college students in North Carolina was ordered
Turocy aids Akron
Turocy aids Akron BRADENTON, Fla. – Starting pitcher Drew Turocy (Canfield, Ohio) threw
Man gets 13-year term for homicide in his home
The prosecutor recommended the maximum sentence. YOUNGSTOWN — Allen K. Frost got the maximum
Chaldean Catholic bishop is buried
BAGHDAD (AP) — Mourners carrying flowers and olive branches buried one of Iraq’s most senior
Principal says caring makes the elementary school special
BOARDMAN — In 1957, when Robinwood Elementary School opened to grades one through six, a first-
Don’t underestimate al-Qaida in Iraq, brass say
The group is resilient, if smaller than five years ago. WASHINGTON (AP) — Al-Qaida is in Iraq to
Pupils are authors
Pupils are authors kPupils from Poland’s North Elementary, including Michael Masucci, above, are
Co-writer of carol dies
Co-writer of carol dies Gloria Shayne Baker, who co-wrote the modern-day classic Christmas carol
Man who had ricin in room is conscious
Authorities are questioning the man, who has been hospitalized since Feb. 14. LAS VEGAS (AP) — A
NOTEBOOK From the Chevy Centre
Homestand: The Bucks are the only Southern Conference team to play in Youngstown this season. The
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