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Man wearing bulletproof vest shot, killed in Campbell

CAMPBELL — A 22-year-old Campbell man wearing a bulletproof vest was shot and killed early Sunday.

SteelHounds date set

SteelHounds date set YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown SteelHounds will open the Central Hockey League

Video: Poland funny girl logs 2nd win

Funny girl: Poland student wins humorous speech title twice POLAND — Rachel Von Ahn contorts her

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Ohio stops paying for treatment for sex offenders

AKRON (AP) _ The state has stopped paying for counseling services for paroled sex offenders because

Montessori School offers sign language for babies

Baby talk can be cute, but chances are, parents don’t really know what their young children are

Ohio high court considers Trumbull insurance suit

COLUMBUS — A Trumbull County woman injured in a car accident while her husband was driving is not

Many Liberty residents welcome Wal-Mart

LIBERTY — Barbara Pringle of Liberty Township shops at the Liberty Plaza on a regular basis. With

Youngstown judges seek action on new city courthouse

YOUNGSTOWN — The municipal judges, tired of hearing “we feel your pain” from city officials who

Tornadoes: What to do

This is Ohio’s Severe Weather Awareness Week. Here are some tips about what to do before and during

Wedding: Becky Martin and Rick Antonucci

BECKY MARTIN RICK ANTONUCCI X AKRON — Becky Martin of Massillon became the bride of Rick Antonucci

Weddings: Kelly Herb and Garett Gaydosh

Kelly Herb Garett Gaydosh X CONNEAUT — Kelly Ann Herb and Garett Paul Gaydosh were united in

Local Eagle Scouts honors

SCOUTS Eagle award Eric Filicky, son of Rich and Sherry Filicky of Poland, recently received his

Area births at St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call

Wedding: Tiffany Baltes and Michael Wagar

TIFFANY BALTES MICHAEL WAGAR X WADSWORTH — Vows were exchanged by Tiffany Allyson Baltes and

Officers’ demotions reversed

CINCINNATI (AP) — Three police supervisors who were punished after officers under their command were

Penguins win 2-1 to take two-point lead in Atlantic Division

Pittsburgh won for the fifth time in six games. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin had two goals and

Obsessive-compulsive daughter, 21, picks at her face

Dear Annie: My 21-year-old daughter, “Celia,” has always been a compulsive nail biter. The past few

Vows are renewed by the Johnsons on anniversary

X YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Richard Johnson, 4015 Sheridan Road, celebrated their 60th wedding

Women’s NCAA Tournaments Saturday’s games

Women’s NCAA Tournaments Saturday’s games Greensboro Regional Rutgers 85, Robert Morris 42 DES

Minus Wallace, Cavs defeated

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Mo Williams scored 27 points and the Milwaukee Bucks snapped a six-game losing

YSU news: College will spend nearly $1 million to restore and renovate

YSU renovation kYoungstown State University will spend nearly $1 million to restore and renovate

Penguins fall short at sectional

Students, don’t laugh when you’ve got to sign up for geography class. Underestimating its

Opposition candidate is winner

Taiwan split from China during civil war in 1949. TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s opposition

Energy- efficient plan for county

NEW CASTLE — Lawrence County taxpayers are to get a break in utility bills — not in their own, but

Police kill shooter in the Strip

Police were traveling in an unmarked police car. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Police killed a man in a

McGlynn prepares for NFL career

The four-year starting tackle for Pitt from Austintown Fitch is hoping to be drafted. Mike

Wick Masonic Lodge 481 will present annual award

YOUNGSTOWN — Wick Masonic Lodge 481 will present its Community Builder’s Award to member Donny

Fugitive of the Week

Fugitive of the Week Samuel L. Bailey The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is

Teachers use trout in education

NAZARETH, Pa. (AP) — They arrived in a cooler, appearing like tiny orange glass beads. Except they

Va. sisters sell cornflake for $1,350 on eBay

CHICAGO (AP) — Two sisters from Virginia sold their Illinois-shaped cornflake on eBay Friday night

Local sports training events

BASEBALL Pitching lessons — are now available. For details call Rick Banna (330) 550-1619. Blue

Delphi gets judge’s approval to auction damper business

Delphi’s Kettering damper business had revenue of more than $100 million last year. WASHINGTON

Debt load crosses generations

Most of us think it’s irresponsible to carry heavy loads of debt. But new research commissioned by

Youngstown’s fiscal problem represents years of giveaways

Editorial: Through the years, as Youngstown city employees received pay raises or other financial benefits, we

Auction to be fundraiser for the Rescue Mission

Special to The Vindicator TO THE RESCUE: Among those serving on the committee arranging an auction

Blessing of basket tradition continues

Ten food items are included in a traditional Slovak basket. Ten food items are included in a

NHL Roundup for Saturday’s games

NHL ROUNDUP Saturday’s other games Oilers 7, Avalanche 5 EDMONTON, Alberta — Sam Gagner scored

An Easter story of despair and hope

Opinion: I’d like to tell you a story, a true story. It is a story of despair and hope; of blindness and

Treasure hunter thinks he’s found lost gold from Civil War

HARRISBURG (AP) — A treasure hunter wants permission to dig in a state forest in northern

More women take top jobs at health insurers

One expert says leaders need to understand what’s important at all levels. CHICAGO — Women

Medricks celebrate 50th anniversary with their family

X POLAND — Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Medrick of Poland, formerly of Mooresville, N.C., were the guests of

Teen enlists city in UNICEF project

ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Emily Welsh is building big, benevolent dreams. The 18-year-old Mercyhurst

Big Wheels are quietly getting more efficient

Opinion: WASHINGTON — Fuel economy research lacks the news value of a politician allegedly cheating on his

Taking a buyout? Consider key risks

Chinese companies are intent on establishing brands in the U.S. Amid the torrent of clothes,

Rebel flag stirs up controversy in Maryland school

Black students said they had to endure racial slurs and harassment. CUMBERLAND, Md. — This city

What season is this?

Editorial: What season is this? It doesn’t feel a whole lot like Easter. Most obviously, people in Ohio

Sanchez off to specialist

BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Freddy Sanchez will see a specialist on

‘Lobby Hero’ will open Thursday at YSU

‘Lobby Hero’ will open Thursday at YSU YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown State University Theater will

Don’t discard — recycle

One warning: If safety will be compromised if an item is recycled, throw it out. Springtime is

Easter Bunny collectibles in demand

Easter is a time for church services and prayers, but it is also a time for special activities for

Trumbull County Courts: Marriage licenses and complaints

COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel M. Haak, 31, of 305 N. Bentley Ave., Niles,

Area News Digest: Adoption information

Adoption information LISBON — Northeast Ohio Adoption Services will hold an informal community

Re-key your own locks with Kwikset device

Re-key your own locks with Kwikset device Typically, when you need a lock re-keyed for security or

What colors are hot this spring?

There’s nothing like color to put a little bounce in your spring. For your house, there are

Bishop Murry charts course for the future

Now that he’s acquainted with the diocese, the bishop wants to develop a strategic plan.

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Enneagram workshop in April

VILLA MARIA, Penn. –Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center will present the workshop

Banquet by MVP 20/30 raises thousands

Banquet by MVP 20/30 raises thousands YOUNGSTOWN —MVP 20/30 said that it raised $15,000 last year

When under the gun, ’Hounds win shootout

For the third time in three games against Youngstown, Colorado couldn’t hold a late lead.

Medicine causes gas problem

Q. I need your help to solve a horrible problem I have developed since being diagnosed with type 2

Princeton urges travel abroad

The new program is expected to be in place by the fall of 2009. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Welcome to

Film festival seeks chief to replace Minghella

Film festival seeks chief to replace Minghella HONG KONG — Organizers of the 11th Shanghai

New housewares fad: the eco-friendly label

Starting in September, IKEA will ban plastic bags from its stores. CHICAGO (AP) — Pillows made of

‘Frontline’ takes hard look

NEW YORK — Join “Bush’s War” in marking a dismal anniversary. This two-part “Frontline”

WCCC orchestrates concerts for children and music workshop

Special to The Vindicator/Nick Mays MUSIC STAFF: Members of the Women’s Committee for Children’s

Marine reservists return from Mideast

Marine reservists return from Mideast A family reunion of sorts awaited one reservist.

Pope baptizes prominent Muslim commentator

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Italy’s most prominent Muslim commentator is converting to Catholicism by being

Farrell principal to tell his side during hearing

The dismissal hearing will likely continue in mid-April. FARRELL, Pa. — The suspended Farrell

Akron falters to Massachusetts

AMHERST, Mass. (AP) — Ricky Harris scored 20 points and Massachusetts went on a 19-5 run to finish

Health ministry finds rats, starts anti-rodent campaign

BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) — Health officials in Thailand have launched a national campaign against rats

Upcoming events planned by Niles Historical Society

NILES — An annual dinner meeting and an open house at the Ward-Thomas House and Museum are among the

Defendant to judge: Move trial

LEBANON, Ohio (AP) — Lawyers for a man accused of fatally stabbing his wife and killing his four

Ceramic house numbers are hot

Orders are coming in from around the world. LONG BEACH, N.Y. – Mona Bergin has your number. Or

With Norton 360, the trouble began

Q. When I renewed my Norton virus protection last spring, I opted for the Norton 360. Immediately, I

China puts spin on unrest

China puts spin on unrest CHENGDU, China — With restive Tibetan areas swarming with troops and

Bomb kills 3 U.S. soldiers

A New Jersey senator called for Bush to tell the truth about the cost of the war. BAGHDAD (AP) — A

Grapefruit League Roundup

GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE ROUNDUP Tribe/Bucs Indians 5, Mets 2, 7 innings, rain. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. —

Ohio beekeepers remain cautiously optimistic

About 85 percent of the bees survived the winter, but ‘it’s still early,’ an expert says. COLUMBUS

Preparedness is the key when weather is severe

Tornadoes can strike quickly, so preparedness is important. YOUNGSTOWN — Do you know what to

Doing digitals online can save time

Sometimes an obvious solution doesn’t make itself known until it happens to you. That’s exactly what

Record number of people in Ohio get food stamps

An additional 500,000 Ohioans are eligible for the program. COLUMBUS (AP) — Amid a sluggish

Snow falls, rivers recede

In many areas, the recent flooding is being referred to as a 100-year event. A white Easter was

Care without compassion

Opinion: Care without compassion EDITOR: I am writing to expose the lack of compassion, humanity, and

NCAA Men’s Tournaments: Saturday’s other games

East Regional Washington State 61, Notre Dame 41 DENVER — Derrick Low scored 18 points and Kyle

Sconces can add elegant drama to most rooms

There are many more style options beyond the traditional brass. Sconces, light fixtures

A sloppy ending spoils our CVS photo book

Occasionally, there is a major flaw in how well our consumer technologies work. Sadly, it’s the

Top party nominates prime minister

Musharraf said he plans to remain president until his term expires. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan —

Tiger hopes rain cools off CA field

Woods was three shots behind leader Geoff Ogilvy when rain suspended play. DORAL, Fla. (AP) —

‘Jewel of Valley’ shines bright

Big-name companies nationwide count on a local company to keep energy costs down. AUSTINTOWN —

Local acheivements for the week of March 24, 2008

MEDICINE Glenn Riley has been named vice president of operations at UPMC Horizon in Farrell, Pa.,

Women’s basketball has certainly come a long way

It’s amazing! We’re talking about the strides made in women’s sports competition down through the

Phantoms score 20th win at home

The 3-2 win over the Ice Diggers gave the Phantoms a split of their weekend series. BOARDMAN

It’s all about public pensions

Opinion: If there’s one position in government that epitomizes the fantasy island aspect of the public

‘Verses of Love taps pride in Muslim nation

The film is the first one in Indonesia to mix religion and popular culture on the big screen.

Families discover geocaching

“It’s good exercise and it’s fun. You get to find something.” Kathy Dusey Canonsburg, Pa.

Music biz seeks fees for access to tunes

It worked for television, but will we pay monthly to hear our favorite artists? AUSTIN, Texas

Pupil admits making threat

MADISON, Ohio (AP) — Police say a 15-year-old pupil has acknowledged making a bomb threat against

Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Struthers Finance & Legislation Committee, 6 p.m., municipal building. Boardman

Red Wings blast past Jackets

Columbus had 12 shots — the fewest at home in franchise history. COLUMBUS (AP) — Pavel Datsyuk

Retired aircraft carrier JKF arrives in Philly

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The retired aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy arrived Saturday in

NBA Roundup: Saturday’s other games

Bobcats 94, Heat 82 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Gerald Wallace scored 26 points, Jason Richardson had 24,

Dell counters reports of problems with new flash-based laptop drives

Dell counters reports of problems with new flash-based laptop drives NEW YORK — Dell Inc. denies

Sports Digest: Swenson keys baseball win over Butler

ysu Swenson keys baseball win over Butler INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Youngstown State sophomore

YSU plans Coffelt Hall renovation

The aim is to retain historical aspects of the building while adapting it to modern use.

Today is Easter Sunday, the 83rd day of 2008. There are 283 days left in the year. On this date in

Ohio gets hit by mixture of heavy rainfall and snow

Rivers recede in southern Ohio; northern areas hit with more snow. CLEVELAND (AP) — Heavy snow

Area Digest: Pedestrian signals

Pedestrian signals NEW CASTLE, Pa. — The city is looking into obtaining state money to help

Bipolar gene test stirs debate

Consumers can buy the tests online. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Dr. John Kelsoe has spent his career trying

In 45 years, ‘General Hospital’ has seen it all

The soap opera has been adding new elements, such as using computer-generated images to remain

Area births at Forum Health Northside Medical Center for March 24, 2008

BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Dorian Duckworth and Albert Coffer, Youngstown,

Struggle defines first five races

So far, the No. 22 Caterpillar team hasn’t done well enough to deserve to be in the top 35.

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