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SteelHounds win shootout, finish third

SteelHounds win shootout, finish third YOUNGSTOWN — Ryan Bennett’s second goal of the game and

A tradition of blessing the Easter basket

YSU will renovate and restore Coffelt Hall

Are you ready for severe weather?

Suspended Farrell principal faces board hearing

FARRELL, Pa. — The suspended Farrell High School principal, who’s fighting for his job, will give

Phantoms drop 3-2 decision to Alpena at Ice Zone

The win assured a return playoff trip for the Ice Diggers against the Phantoms in April.

Flea-and-tick products can be dangerous and require care

Dear Heloise: I read your article about flea medication and the adverse reaction a cat had to it. I

Get time with boss? Use it productively

Complaining won’t lead to anything positive. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — You bump into the boss in

GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT The annual Easter egg hunt today at Tots Town in Boardman Park was listed with an

Adults move back with parents

Parents jeopardize their financial freedom by helping their adult children. MILWAUKEE (AP) —

YouTube reveals Video Awards winners

An unknown crooner became a star with his ‘Chocolate Rain’ video. NEW YORK (AP) — And the winner

Today is Saturday, March 22, the 82nd day of 2008. There are 284 days left in the year. On this date

movie reviews |In local theaters

“THE BANK JOB” (C): This is a solid, no-nonsense heist thriller, yet one that ultimately fails to

Mahoning County marriage licenses

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Johnny P. Branch II, 56, of 136 Jefferson St., Campbell, and

Jennifer Myers and Jaret Gibbons set Aug. wedding

X YOUNGSTOWN — Dave and Peggy Myers, 2675 S. Schenley Ave., announce the engagement of their

Tap water confirmed as source of salmonella

Tap water confirmed as source of salmonella DENVER — It could be three more weeks before residents

Carmona is focused, tough-minded

He came out of no where to win 19 games for the Indians last year. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — No

Conglose to repay city if ordered

The former official gave about $3,000 to his attorney to pay the city if required. YOUNGSTOWN

Chevrolet Centre: Ticketing agency proposals

CHEVROLET CENTRE |Ticketing agency proposals Seven companies submitted proposals to serve as the

Ogilivie leads, Woods lurking

Ogilivie leads, Woods lurking Geoff Ogilvy was bogey-free over two days on the Blue Monster, but

Alexander-Harry spring wedding will be in April

X YOUNGSTOWN — Keith Tucker and Joyce Alexander, 29701‚Ñ2 Northview Blvd., announce the engagement

Naked man dies after police stun him with Taser

DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Authorities in South Florida say a man who was found naked on the

NEOUCOM to keep Valley links intact

NEOUCOM sees Youngstown as ‘an incredibly important part’ of its constituency. YOUNGS-TOWN —

May wedding set by Melanie Kardos and Kevin Isaac

X Announcement is being made of the engagement of Melanie Anne Kardos, a daughter of Paul and Linda

Bread of Life

Making bread consecrated for Holy Communion is ministry at Blessed Sacrament Church WARREN —

Candidates lack candor on the economy

Opinion: I would be a lot more worked up about getting Michigan and Florida delegates seated at the

YSU plans to sponsor a diversity conference

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s Department of Social Work will sponsor a diversity

McCain meets with French president

PARIS (AP) — Republican presidential hopeful Sen. John McCain said Friday that China is harming its

That time of the year, again

Editorial: Sacramento Bee: Hey, you! Yeah, YOU! Put down the pencil. Don’t touch that keyboard. Leave your

Multicultural church event

Multicultural church event YOUNGSTOWN — Gibson Heights Second Presbyterian Church, 755 E. Dewey

Bear Stearns not paying for its sins

Opinion: BOSTON — I don’t know too many economists who get confused with preachers. But there are times when

Iraq a political minefield for candidates

Opinion: WASHINGTON — For the third time since World War II, Americans are picking a new president amid sharp

YSU forms international faculty group

YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University is forming an International Faculty Association. “The

Miss Shak to wed Mr. Craven in Dublin church

X BOARDMAN — Announcement is made by Mr. and Mrs. Richard Craven, 6650 Harrington Ave., of the

Gibson widens legal attack on video games

The company says it is trying to protect its intellectual property rights. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP)

For $22,995, get a turbocharged Chevy Cobalt SS

LORDSTOWN — The new, turbocharged Chevrolet Cobalt SS will carry a starting price of $22,995.

Don’t sacrifice safety for outdoor adventures

Nobody deserves to get hurt while fishing, but Mother Nature is not exactly warm and fuzzy about

For $22,995, you can get a turbocharged Chevy Cobalt SS

LORDSTOWN — The new, turbocharged Chevrolet Cobalt SS will carry a starting price of $22,995.

It’s time for the dance of the woodcock

On Sunday night my daughter, Emma, will be dancing with her teammates. She’s a freshman on Cornell

Demand remains high for private jets

One expert expects 15,000 business jets to be sold over the next decade. WASHINGTON (AP) — The

Mulholland-Meek troth announced by their parents

X Marisa Vasquez, 313 Sixth St., Campbell, a daughter of Mariceli Flores, 416 Almyra Ave.,

U.S. heads for severe recession, many economists now agree

Economic stimulus checks for taxpayers this summer may bring relief, some say. WASHINGTON (AP) —

Center focuses on early New Testament manuscripts

The earliest known fragment is a scrap of papyrus from around A.D. 125. DALLAS — Armed with

Spring Job Expo at YSU

Spring Job Expo at YSU YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University students looking for a

Announcement made of Hannis, Walsh engagement

X AUSTINTOWN — The engagement of Molly Ann Hannis, a daughter of Jim and Ann Hannis, 2268 Penny

Husband’s off his meds and back to being a big headache

Dear Annie: I’ve been married a long time, and my husband has always been difficult, sullen and

Bush can strike a blow for democracy in Africa

Editorial: During his visit to Africa last month, President Bush talked often and passionately about freedom —

Tyler Perry takes a step backward with ‘Browns’

It’s a slapdash dramedy about a single mom and her family. Tyler Perry’s fans know enough to

Vehicle contest carries $10M prize

More than 60 teams are competing for the prize. NEW YORK (AP) — The X Prize Foundation, best known

Ex-Beach Boys settle suit over use of name

Ex-Beach Boys settle suit over use of name LOS ANGELES — Two former members of the Beach Boys

‘Shutter’ comes up short

This Japanese horror flick remake doesn’t click. The influence of the Japanese school of

Christina Olson and Mark Smith are engaged

X POLAND — Bill and Mary Jo Olson, 8552 Reserve Drive, announce the engagement of their daughter,

Muslims mark prophet’s birthday

On Thursday, Muslims around the world observed the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday. The way individual

Miss Alexander, Mr. Fleischer to be married

X Cathy Chance of Austintown and Terry Alexander of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of

Hiram College offers four summer academies

The programs help high school students develop talents in various fields. HIRAM — Hiram College

Chevy Centre ticketing proposals under review

A ticketing agency is expected to be at the center by the end of April. YOUNGSTOWN — City

Orders for burglars

Customers requested item, suspects stole it, police say A task force continues to investigate

GOP leader wants Salem answers

Johnson wants to see how seriously city council investigated whether the safety director’s job

Dominion hearing set on billing

Part of the proposal is a revised billing rate for the customers. YOUNGSTOWN — Dominion East Ohio

Reservists due home

Reservists due home VIENNA — Twenty-three Marine Corps Reservists assigned to Landing Support

Gambling raid nets couple

Charges tied to a gambling raid at Treasure Island may come within a week, a detective says.

No word on punishment for nurse who gave wrong shots

LISBON — An official at the Ohio Board of Nursing said she cannot comment on whether a nurse may

Clinton lashes out over photo

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hillary Rodham Clinton’s campaign criticized Barack Obama’s campaign Friday for

SteelHounds seal playoff spot

The SteelHounds overcame a 3-1 deficit with six straight goals for a 7-4 win. YOUNGSTOWN —

Here's the latest 15 charged in the theft ring

\After a one-year investigation of an alleged major theft and conspiracy ring, the Mahoning County

Canfield lawman to get his due

The marshal’s killers were sentenced to life in the penitentiary. CANFIELD — More than 127

Thursday’s Games

Thursday’s Games San Antonio 102, Chicago 80 Boston 94, Dallas 90 L.A. Lakers 106, Utah 95

Security of government data is poor

Use of outside contractors is a possible problem. WASHINGTON — Government agencies have a long

Mahoning County Indictments

These people were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Joshua Thompson, 21, of

Gov. Richardson backs Obama for president

The endorsement came later than Obama might have hoped. WASHINGTON — New Mexico Gov. Bill

Holy Week services In the Valley and in the area

A list of Easter Sunday church services open to the public in observance of Holy Week. BAPTIST

YSU Baseball team falls

ysu Baseball team falls INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Freshman Grant Fillipitch singled with the bases

Springfield trustee calls for frugality

The administrative secretary’s position was made full time this year to comply with state law.

Family sues over injuries

The girl, now 17, has burns to 30 percent of her body. YOUNGSTOWN — An Austintown girl and her

Boardman trustees call 2 mechanics back to work

The administrator said the move will save money. BOARDMAN — Two of the township’s three mechanics

Area births at St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Unique Hopkins and Antwan Williams, Youngstown, girl,

Grads List: Recent area graduates

GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless otherwise noted: UNIVERSITY OF

Notebook: SteelHounds

More records: Friday’s victory give the SteelHounds their 38th victory, the most in three years of

Area achievements for March 24, 2008

YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Sara E. Weigel of Poland has been named a member of Sigma Alpha

Records Request: Salem City Council

Here’s a list of all the materials sought by Columbiana County Republican Party Chairman David

Kindergarten registration information

kindergarten registration Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the

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