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Penguins playoff bid denied
Bill Guerin had a goal and assist in the decisive second period for the also-ran New York Islanders,
Austintown trustee blasts Youngstown tax plan
AUSTINTOWN — Township Trustee Bo Pritchard said Monday he’s skeptical of putting $9 million per year
’Hounds’ Bennett named player of the week
YOUNGSTOWN — Forward Ryan Bennett of the Youngstown SteelHounds was named the Central Hockey League
Ursuline’s Clark in battle for Penn State QB job
Forget, for a moment, the peripheral issues hovering over Penn State football. Joe Paterno has
Chiropractor’s trial on sex charges begins
YOUNGSTOWN — Dr. Gregory S. Dew is “a charismatic con artist” who sexually abused girls and women,
Former mayor will represent U.S. in Ireland
YOUNGSTOWN —Former Youngstown Mayor George M. McKelvey will represent the United States as a member
Five life prison terms plus 20 years for rapist
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who was convicted by a jury last week of raping two young boys is sentenced to
Two charged in connection with robbery-homicide
YOUNGSTOWN — Two people who told police they witnessed a St. Patrick’s Day robbery/homicide have
Rallies set to pressure change in Warren school policy
WARREN – Two rallies designed to pressure the board of education to take a closer look at its zero-
Two fires keep Youngstown firefighters busy
YOUNGSTOWN — Two house fires kept the fire department busy. While a mattress smoldered in a
South Side girl charged in arson of her home
YOUNGSTOWN — A 12-year-old South Side girl accused of setting a fire in her house Sunday night was
Man found shot on South Side, in critical condition
YOUNGSTOWN — A man found shot in his car this morning on the South Side was taken to St. Elizabeth
Lordstown Industrial Park expansion halted by wetland issues
LORDSTOWN — A proposed expansion of Lordstown Industrial Park has been put on hold because of
Two arrested in Youngstown’s latest murder
YOUNGSTOWN — A man and woman arrested in the shooting death of 18-year-old Demar L. Flores of
Erie’s first female firefighter seeks job back after setting fire
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Erie’s first female firefighter is fighting to get her job back, even though
’Hounds, Colorado to continue battle
Youngstown has won the last three with a best-of-seven series next. YOUNGSTOWN — Before the
Thunder 2008 schedule
March 29: Albany Conquest, 7:05 p.m. April 5: Manchester Wolves, 7 p.m. April 11: at Wilkes-
Aleshire back with radio crew
Joe Aulisio of Canfield will handle the play-by-play duties. YOUNGSTOWN — Christian Aleshire, a
Murphy likes team makeup
The Akron native is optimistic about the Thunder's chances this year. As one of the Mahoning
Swogger needs to be accurate
af2 games are played on a smaller field and receivers so defensive backs are quicker.
Williams still learning way at cornerback
The former Purdue wide receiver is in his first year with the Thunder. YOUNGSTOWN — Ray
Owners happy with first year in Arena league
The good news is that most ticket prices have dropped for the 2008 season. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Montessori School offers sign language for babies
A University of California study says infants who use sign language end up more advanced than their
Youngstown judges act on plea for new courthouse
The mayor said he won’t bankrupt the city to build a new courthouse. YOUNGSTOWN — Municipal
Insurance suit goes before high court
The lawsuit was filed eight years ago in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court. COLUMBUS — A
Mahoning Valley student's state speech results
The state speech tournament was Feb. 29 through March 2. Here is a list of Mahoning Valley students
Liberty embraces Wal-Mart plan
The large retail store is in for a cozy welcome. LIBERTY — Barbara Pringle of Liberty Township
Man wearing bulletproof vest shot, killed in Campbell
Sunday’s victim is the city’s second homicide of 2008. CAMPBELL — A 22-year-old Campbell man
Help is needed to work on bridge
The men are looking for someone to commit to donating several yards of concrete. NEW CASTLE,
Today is the deadline to register to vote in Pa.
Today is the deadline to register to vote in Pa. HARRISBURG — Today is the deadline for
Liberty Wal-Mart: Opinions
Many residents and shoppers in Liberty Township have expressed excitement at the idea of a Wal-Mart
Profile: Josh Swogger
At Ursuline High Josh Swogger, after launching his high school career at Mathews, transferred to
Cincinnati’s old train station lives on as museum but needs repairs
The roof leaks, and the heating and cooling systems need to be replaced. CINCINNATI (AP) — The
UConn opener another big rout
The top-seeded Huskies rolled past No. 16 seed Cornell, 89-47. BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (AP) — In the
Man, 27, arrested in South Euclid fatality
SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio (AP) — Police in Northeast Ohio say they’ve arrested a 27-year-old man who they
Doumit surprised at catcher duties
He thought he’d make the Pirates’ roster as an outfielder this year. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) —
Toy safety measures give consumers reason for hope
Toy safety measures give consumers reason for hope South Florida Sun-Sentinel: The outcry from an
E. Arkansas braces for historic flooding
Thirty-five counties in Arkansas have been declared disaster areas. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — High
Amid speculation, Gorbachev says he’s still an atheist
MOSCOW — Even before the Soviet Union’s collapse 1991, questions swirled about just how much of an
Ohio dilemma: Fewer specialty doctors
A rise in malpractice insurance rates is keeping more doctors away. COLUMBUS (AP) — When Bobbie
Area births: St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Jessica Glandorf and Timothy Durr, McDonald, girl, March 22.
Pirates rotation nearly set
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — With a week before their season opener, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ pitching
Grapefruit League: Tribe/Bucs
Indians 3, Tigers 3, 10 innings LAKELAND, Fla. — Yorman Bazardo is in a fight to make the Detroit
Four crew members of Alaskan fishing boat confirmed dead
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Four crew members died Sunday and another was missing after a Seattle-based
Some U.S. cities defy economic slowdown
Some states and many cities expect growth because they have the right industries or resources at the
Ohio stops paying to help sex offenders
The decision is a concern for an agency that has treated sex offenders from Mahoning County.
Wildcats stun Georgetown
Davidson’s second half rally knocked off the No. 2 seed, 74-70. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Stephen
Steroids issue taking show into courtroom
Barry Bonds’ lawyers will be watching closely. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — This is the time of year when
Abbas to Cheney: U.S. needs to do more for truce
hAbbas to Cheney: U.S. needs to do more for truce JERUSALEM — Palestinian Authority President
Worth A Look: Area activities are open to the public
ANTIQUE SHOWS X Howland Community Church, 198 Niles-Cortland Road S.E., Warren, will have an
In message for Easter, pope calls for forgiveness, peace
A highlight of the Easter weekend celebration was the baptism of one of Italy’s most controversial
Trumbull County Court complaints for March 24, 2008
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints State Farm Mutual Auto. Ins. Co. v. Robert Kirk, money.
In new energy crisis, coal is there with oil
Surging coal prices help mining companies but lead to higher costs for others. WASHINGTON —
Tennessee holds off Butler, 76-71, in overtime win
The Horizon League champions gave the Vols all they could handle. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — The
Grammy winner is hurt critically in bus accident
Grammy winner is hurt critically in bus accident HOUSTON — Grammy-winning Tejano singer Emilio
‘Galactica’ gears up for fight to the finish
The new season for the Sci Fi series begins April 4. Just as strong-willed and outspoken as
Cleaning up the air, down on the farms
Opinion: Recently, the Bush administration found agreement with a group of lobbyists for some of the nation’s
E-mail creates questions
Dear Annie: My son-in-law is everything a mother could pray for. He and my daughter have been
Patti Lupone lands back on Broadway
The fourth incarnation of “Gypsy” opens Thursday. NEW YORK (AP) — When Patti LuPone was in her
Efforts pay off royally for ‘king of coupon clippers’
Dear Heloise: I love to read the letters from your readers about clipping coupons. Well, I am
Today is Monday, March 24, the 84th day of 2008. There are 282 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Monday, March 24, the 84th day of 2008. There are 282 days left in the year. On this date
At two Pennsylvania Legion Posts, racial divide lives on
Harrisburg’s population is nearly 55 percent black. HARRISBURG, Pa. — At American Legion Post
Vindy.com News Podcast for March 24, 2008
The Vindy.com podcast for Monday, March 24, is now available. Hear the day’s highlights from Vindy.com and The Vindicator. Your host is Vindy.com correspondent Sarah Poulton.
Elarton still battling for last spot
A long-shot to make the roster, he’s still in the running. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) — Scott
Liberalism has caused judiciary’s expansion
Opinion: WASHINGTON — On New Year’s Day, Chief Justice John Roberts, pursuant to his duty to report annually
Bin Laden’s tape reminds us that he’s supposed to be gone
Editorial: Bin Laden’s tape reminds us that he’s supposed to be gone There could be no bad time to take out
Most Wanted: U.S. Marshals name Fugitive of the Week
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Thomas Malutic The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
Sturdier cars make rescue difficult
Rescue crews are having to spend big bucks for new equipment. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Capt. Clint
In a survey, 73 percent of managers said responsibilities for support professionals have increased
In a survey, 73 percent of managers said responsibilities for support professionals have increased
Rain saves Tiger again
But his winning streak could end today when play is completed. DORAL, Fla. (AP) — Tiger Woods’
Red Sox getting adjusted to time change in Tokyo
Boston will open the season Tuesday against Oakland. TOKYO (AP) — The Red Sox finally have a very
Top seeds all survive first NCAA weekend
UCLA, Kansas, Memphis and North Carolina lead the 16 teams remaining. All the top seeds made
Surge of attacks in Iraq kills at least 57
The deadliest attack was at the hands of a suicide bomber. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Rockets and
Louisville ousts Miami in women’s NCAA play
The 13th-seeded RedHawks outrebounded the Cardinals, and forced 25 turnovers. BRIDGEPORT, Conn.
Poland junior is honored to make people laugh
POLAND — Rachel Von Ahn contorts her face into goofy expressions, takes on silly voices and executes
As costs rise, insurers put limits on imaging
Insurers say too many medical scans are exposing people to health risks. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) —
Looking ahead, our economy is headed for big trouble
Opinion: Looking ahead, our economy is headed for big trouble EDITOR: For the last few years the main
Area news digest: Questionnaires needed
area Questionnaires needed The Youngstown Vindicator Sports Department needs varsity baseball,
Offensive line a key to successful year
The Thunder has two of its three starters back on the line from last season. YOUNGSTOWN — If a
Penguins set for spring
On Wednesday afternoon spring football practice begins at Youngstown State University and it should
Mavericks lose Nowitzki, game
Dallas’ top player went down with a leg injury in the 88-81 loss to the Spurs. DALLAS (AP) — Dirk
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