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One union rejects MRDD contract offer
AUSTINTOWN — Members of the 144-member Mahoning Education Association of Developmental Disabilities
James scores 30 as Cavs down Pistons
LeBron James scored 30 points, moving closer to becoming Cleveland’s top career scorer, and the
SteelHounds beat Colorado 3-2
SteelHounds win 3-2. Eric Main, Joel Irving and Ryan Bennett scored for Youngstown. Andy Franck made
Ex-Springfield chief pleads, fined $100
CANFIELD — Brian T. Hughes, the former Springfield Township fire chief, has pleaded no contest to a
Youngstown council members watch expenses
YOUNGSTOWN —¬†With the city facing a financial crisis that could lead to as many as 60 job cuts,
Youngstown will check all employees’ degrees
YOUNGSTOWN —¬†With a fake college degree in one of Carmen S. Conglose’s personnel files, Mayor Jay
N. Bloomfield boy killed in accident on Route 87
N. Bloomfield boy killed in accident on Route 87 MESEPOTAMIA — A 6-year-old boy was killed after
Banner at Boardman fire station comes down
BOARDMAN — The South Avenue fire station remains closed many days, but you can’t tell that by
Feds want Traficant state pension to pay fine
YOUNGSTOWN — A federal prosecutor wants to tap into James A. Traficant Jr.’s state pension to
State patrol investigates hit-and-run accident
State patrol investigates hit-and-run accident BERLIN CENTER — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is
Ministers question Warren zero tolerance policy
WARREN – About a dozen black ministers say they will take to the pulpits Sunday in an effort to gain
Trustee works to return postal services to Liberty
LIBERTY — A township trustee says a businessman is interested in bringing mail services back to the
Youngstown schools look to save on busing costs
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown school board’s business committee is examining a pupil transportation
Fellows Riverside Gardens mark 50th
YOUNGSTOWN — As Mill Creek MetroParks marks the 50th anniversary of Fellows Riverside Gardens’
Arson fire damages house that was scene of homicide
Arson fire damages house that was scene of homicide YOUNGSTOWN — The house at 54 Rutledge Drive —
Easter egg hunts in today’s Vindicator
Easter egg hunts in today’s Vindicator Are you looking to take your child to an Easter egg hunt
Drug task force searches Greenford farmhouse
GREENFORD — A search warrant was used Tuesday to enter the farmhouse where imprisoned ex-congressman
Fed prosecutor wants Traficant’s pension tapped to pay debt
Fed prosecutor wants Traficant’s pension tapped to pay debt YOUNGSTOWN — A federal prosecutor
Louie Today: Gina Marinelli, Weird Wednesday
Dr. Lerma will present his research into terminally ill patients' pre-death experiences.
Closers’ regimen is pitcher perfect
Joe Borowski’s work ethic and training methods have helped him reach the top. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP)
Kent St. building big-time image
The Golden Flashes will open NCAA regional play Thursday against UNLV. KENT (AP) — Like an
Buckeyes win to earn St. John date
Bruce Springsteen’s concert at OSU forced a change of venue for Round Two. COLUMBUS (AP) — Looks
Fed cuts rate, stocks rise
The cut won’t have an immediate effect on mortgage rates, the chairman of Howard Hanna Real
Conglose 2003 claim: I have degree
The ex-city official declined to comment on his sworn deposition. YOUNGSTOWN —¬†Though Carmen
Youngstown eyes 60 job cuts
Council members say everything must be done to save jobs. YOUNGSTOWN —¬†As many as 60 city
Schools to cut 13 posts
The cuts affect five central office posts and eight positions in the schools. YOUNGSTOWN —
For Columbiana artist, fame is in the cards
The artist said the Internet changed everything. COLUMBIANA — Indiana Jones searched for
Time runs out for Harding school building
WARREN — The stoic columns that have dominated the fa√ßade of Warren G. Harding High School and
Overturning of veto doesn’t faze mayor
SALEM — Mayor Jerry Wolford said he’ll appoint someone to act as a safety director, but he wouldn’t
Police probe teen’s slaying
The plan was to rob the victim, police said. YOUNGS-TOWN — A mysterious phone call led Demar
Prosecutor: Rape case hinges on witnesses
c_ The alleged victims were boys, ages 8 to 11. YOUNGSTOWN — Jurors in Michael Kaufman’s
Egg hunts and other Easter fun
Area Easter egg hunts and other holiday-related activities as submitted to The Vindicator:
CBI roundup | Tuesday’s games
Virginia 66, Richmond 64 CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Sean Singletary scored 18 points, including a go-
Waterbeds keep dairy cows content
Cows that lie comfortably for 12-14 hours a day produce more milk, experts say. BAINBRIDGE, Ohio
Analysis: Obama targets race
Analysis: Obama targets race Obama condemned the remarks made by his former pastor but defended
Beatitude House moving
Beatitude House moving YOUNGSTOWN — Beatitude House is moving, and the Mahoning Valley is invited
Gaming-money request faces opposition
Gov. Strickland argues the revenue from video Keno is needed to fight a deficit. COLUMBUS (AP) —
Prep Basketball scores: Bubba Classic
prep basketball FRANK BUBBA MEMORIAL CLASSIC MAHONING BOYS 130, TRUMBULL 107 MAHONING — Antwan
Clinton’s schedules while first lady made available
Parts containing private information about third parties are blacked out. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) —
Finally: St. Mary’s gains first NCAA win
But now, the Mountaineers must face top-seeded North Carolina Friday in Raleigh . DAYTON (AP) —
Who benefits from rate cut?
The Dow Jones industrial average jumped 420 points, its biggest one-day point gain in more than five
Bids unsealed for work on new Jackson-Milton school
NORTH JACKSON — Bids to begin work on a new middle school/high school were unsealed Tuesday.
Grapefruit roundup Pittsburgh vs. Cincinnati
Pirates 8, Reds 4 SARASOTA, Fla. — There wasn’t as much laughter this time, but Paul Maholm still
NIT Roundup: Tuesday’s other games
Syracuse 87, Robert Morris 81 SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Freshman forward Donte Greene scored a season-high
Council calls for Detroit mayor to resign
DETROIT — The Detroit City Council voted to call for Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s resignation, an
Blue Jackets douse Flames, 3-0
Once again, backup goalie Fredrik Norrena led the way. COLUMBUS (AP) — Backup goalie Fredrik
Plea deal reached in fatal crash
YOUNGSTOWN — The jury trial of Michael J. Behanna on an aggravated vehicular homicide charge in the
Anti-war vets group is popular fundraiser
VoteVets.org has endorsed Ohio state Rep. John Boccieri in his race for the U.S. House . COLUMBUS
Spring Training standings
SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Tampa Bay134.765 Oakland146.700 Los
Delta will offer worker severances
Delta expects its 2008 fuel bill to increase by more than $2 billion over 2007. ATLANTA (AP) —
Command and clarity under pressure
Opinion: Racial controversy suddenly exploded like roadside bombs, blasting Barack Obama’s bandwagon into a
Obama has been leading double life
Opinion: There is something both poignant and galling about the candidacy of Barack Obama. Any American,
This sweet and spicy dish can be prepared in minutes
Cajun spice lends heat and grapes lend sweetness to today’s quick chicken dish, made with flavorful
Let there be a feast (But don’t make it too difficult to accomplish)
One of our family traditions is that all holiday dinners are at my house. But planning this year’s
Sweeney debuts facility remodel
The Sweeneys celebrated a $2 million renovation of their dealership. BOARDMAN — Two local car
Food Sales and Dinners: Sit-down and takeout events planned
today XCanfield Christian Church, 123 S. Broad St., will serve a Lenten breakfast from 6:30 to 9
Today is Wednesday, March 19, the 79th day of 2008. There are 287 days left in the year. This is the
Today is Wednesday, March 19, the 79th day of 2008. There are 287 days left in the year. This is the
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Detroit 105, New Orleans 84 Houston 104, L.A. Lakers 92 Dallas 98, Miami 73
Morbidly obese dinner guest smells awful
Dear Annie: Every week, a group of my neighbors and friends meets for dinner. “Veronica,” a friend
CPA takes position on Brookfield board
The new board member has watched the board from a distance, she says. WARREN — Kelly Bianco, a 39-
Bush must be held to account for Iraq
Opinion: On the fifth anniversary of the start of the Iraq war, Americans should be holding the
Mercer Rotary plans annual radio auction
Mercer Rotary plans annual radio auction MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer Rotary will present its Second
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board, executive committee at
Relay for Life event comes to Poland
POLAND — The American Cancer Society will host the inaugural Relay For Life in Poland on July 11-12
Dot-com bust, the sequel?
Dot-com bust, the sequel? Scripps Howard News Service: What was astonishing about the collapse of
Notebook | From the Chevy Centre
Homestand: The SteelHounds’ final three home games are against the Colorado Eagles (37-17-6, 80
The swing’s the thing: Woods irons out game
His 5-iron shot set up his winning putt at Bay Hill. DORAL, Fla. (AP) — All anyone is talking
NBA roundup: Tuesday’s games
Pistons 136, Nuggets 120 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Richard Hamilton scored 24 points and Rasheed
Save some blame for federal officials
Opinion: There are uncountable culprits and dupes in the extraordinary chain of events that finished Bear
Improving on a winner
Giving pasta salad a zesty twist put Cheryl Amato in the winner’s circle at the 42nd Pillsbury Bake-
Cookie tables rule at area weddings
As we all know, with the springtime come wedding invitations and weddings, in Youngstown, mean
It’s the time of year when thoughts turn to sunshine
Editorial: It’s the time of year when thoughts turn to sunshine You might not know it to look out the window,
Gary Busey apologizes for embracing Garner
Gary Busey apologizes for embracing Garner LOS ANGELES — Gary Busey has apologized for embracing
Competition heats up to be battery supplier for Volt
GM plans to reach 100,000 sales a year with its new electric car. WASHINGTON (AP) — The
Judge: Mills’ claim was ‘exorbitant’
Some legal experts were surprised McCartney’s ex-wife didn’t get more. LONDON (AP) — Heather
Local home sales are holding steady, Hanna says
A real estate executive expects prices for local home sales to increase slightly this year.
Aren’t you glad these aren’t really poisonous?
Dear Readers: Want to test your Heloise Hint IQ? What vegetable did the early-American colonists
‘English Patient’ director Minghella dies at age 54
Aside from films, the director also turned his talents to opera. LONDON (AP) — Oscar-winning
Hundreds of cats receive care after sanctuary raid
The owner of the sanctuary has been charged with animal cruelty and neglect. SHIPPENVILLE, Pa.
Baghdad represents hard-won progress
Opinion: BAGHDAD, Iraq — Since I arrived here last August, I have been struck by four things: the financial
Business news digest
REGION FirstEnergy declares 55 cent quarterly dividend AKRON — The Board of Directors of
Area births at Forum Health Northside Medical Center for March 18, 2008
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Sierra Pettway and Jon Rounsaville, Youngstown,
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD March 12 Drug
Rangers’ sniper Avery nets 2 goals; Pens are crunched
Sidney Crosby missed his 24th of Pittsburgh’s past 27 games. NEW YORK (AP) — Sean Avery shared a
Building Noah’s Ark
Roger Powell, above, brushes sand while creating his eighth annual Easter Sand Sculpture in Findlay,
Iraq political blocs boycott reconciliation conference
Iraq political blocs boycott reconciliation conference BAGHDAD, Iraq — Major Sunni and Shiite
Mayor pleads innocent to making threats
RIVERSIDE, Ohio (AP) — The mayor of this Dayton suburb pleaded innocent Tuesday to charges accusing
Warren man faces charges and warrant for his arrest
The warrant was issued for Shaun Evans after he failed to show up for court. WARREN — Shaun Evans
Mahoning County marriage licenses
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James V. Csernik Jr., 21, of 73 Sciota Ave., Boardman, and
NHL Roundup: Tuesday’s other games
Flyers 3, Thrashers 2 PHILADELPHIA — Mike Richards, Jeff Carter and Vaclav Prospal scored goals
Corps wants Indian Head rock to stay put
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (AP) — The Army Corps of Engineers has put a damper on plans to display a decades-
SteelHounds are fighting for another playoff berth
The SteelHounds’ main obstacle is the Colorado Eagles who come in for three games starting tonight.
Most U.S. college students are stressed out, poll says
About 20 percent said they are too stressed to do schoolwork or be with friends. WASHINGTON (AP)
Land deal reached for 9/11 memorial
The group still needs to buy about 300 more acres for the Flight 93 memorial site. PITTSBURGH (AP)
At SXSW, chaos is music to the ears
There’s a mix of Hollywood glitz and scruffy upstarts at the festival. AUSTIN, Texas — One of
Jeannette’s Pryor set to reveal college choice
Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan and Oregon are possibilities. Finally. Terrelle Pryor, the