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SteelHounds fall in Colorado

SteelHounds fall in Colorado LOVELAND, Colo. — Seth Leonard’s goal with 7:24 remaining in

Parents get probation for starving their 3-year-old

Parents get probation for starving their 3-year-old LISBON — A “low-functioning” couple may lose

Blue Jackets blanked

Blue Jackets blanked COLUMBUS (AP) — Dan Ellis shut out Columbus for the second time in four days,

Devils win in shootout

Devils win in shootout NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Brian Gionta, Patrik Elias and Jamie Langenbrunner

Phantoms win, 3-2

Phantoms win, 3-2 BOARDMAN — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms defeated the U.S. National Team, 3-2,

Video: Senior Follies gear up for April performances

Senior Follies gear up for April performances WARREN — If you’re old enough to remember the 1960s

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Former chiropractor found guilty on 4 rape counts

Former chiropractor found guilty on 4 rape counts YOUNGSTOWN — A seven-man, five-woman jury has

Epilepsy support group meets Sunday

Epilepsy support group meets Sunday AUSTINTOWN — A. E. Vea, president and founder of the American

Boil water order issued for Canfield

Boil water order issued for Canfield CANFIELD — A precautionary boil order has been issued for

April Fool’s Day jokes

April Fool’s Day jokes What was the best April Fool’s Day joke you pulled on someone? Or were you

Spaghetti dinner fundraiser set Sunday for Steel Valley Canines

Spaghetti dinner fundraiser set Sunday for Steel Valley Canines BOARDMAN — The Steel Valley

Two charged in staged car crash case

YOUNGSTOWN — A database of Saturn vehicles led police to Hattie Gilbert, and she confessed to

YSU faculty approves new contract, no details released

Opinion: YOUNGSTOWN — The faculty at Youngstown State University have approved a new labor contract. But

Escaped murderer still at large; former warden’s pension $62,800

PITTSBURGH (AP) — A former Pennsylvania prison superintendent who retired after a prisoner escape is

Carjacking on Market Street in Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN — A carjacking was reported around 12:50 p.m. today in the 3700 block of Market Street.

Assault case in Boardman

BOARDMAN — A Colwyn court man was released after posting bond, accused of assaulting his live-in

Fire at Boardman Rental Corral

BOARDMAN — Gas pumping into a trencher at Rental Corral caused a fire at the business this morning.

Fellows Riverside Gardens plans plant seminar

Opinion: YOUNGSTOWN — Fellows Riverside Gardens, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 19, will present “Plants: Wild

Mercer County seeks new human resources director

Opinion: MERCER, Pa. — A search for a Mercer County human resources director is under way after the

Niles city group schedules invitation-only party

NILES — The city’s Wellness Center Advisory Council has scheduled a fund raising mixer April 24 at

Marc Dann to speak at event in Boardman

BOARDMAN — Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann willprovide opening remarksat “Family Violence

Springfield elementary registering new students

NEW MIDDLETOWN —Springfield Local Elementary School will begin registration of students who will be

Louie Today: Cancer on $5 a Day

Humor got him through his toughest journey, he explains in his book.

Probate judge reviews Crawford fund-raising effort

Probate judge reviews Crawford fund-raising effort YOUNGSTOWN — The president of the foundation

Probe of Oakhill growing broader

A county commissioner says he has already given Oakhill documents to the Mahoning prosecutor.

Boardman trustees seeking contract change

With the provision, the township expects more overtime this summer because of vacations.

Mahoning treasurer’s workers to get 3% raises per year

YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners approved a three-year labor contract with 3 percent

Court order goes against residency law

Despite the setback, the city will continue the residency fight. YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning

Board likely to award contract for Federal St. work

Most of the main downtown street’s medians and trees will remain. YOUNGSTOWN — The city’s

Deputy sheriff is sued over shooting into home

No charges were filed in the shooting. YOUNGSTOWN — A Boardman couple has filed a lawsuit stemming

Bomb threats delay Columbiana court action

The sheriff said the threats cost the county tens of thousands of dollars in lost time.

Police hope video leads to arrest of two who robbed, shot man

Police hope video leads to arrest of two who robbed, shot man YOUNGSTOWN — Police are exploring

Round 2 of GM buyouts

Most workers won’t give up jobs making good money LORDSTOWN — Like a game show host, General

Clarification on last week’s column about the Youngstown mayor’s travel

Opinion: I want to clarify an item in last week’s column about the Youngstown mayor’s travel budget. As I

Scramble is on for Boccieri’s Senate seat

Opinion: Should John Boccieri be successful in his congressional race in November there are already a number

Broken line revealed lots of damage

CLEVELAND (AP) — An aging water main that broke three weeks ago at a major downtown intersection,

Delivery driver robbed

Delivery driver robbed YOUNGSTOWN — Police are investigating the Wednesday evening armed robbery

Origami plane is nearer to space flight

KASHIWA, Japan (AP) — Japanese scientists and origami masters hope to launch a paper airplane from

Region news digest: Greek Independence day

Greek independence WARREN — The eighth annual Greek Independence Day Parade will be at 12:15 p.m.

Al-Maliki promises to continue battle against extremists

The Iraqi military ordered vehicles and pedestrians off the streets of the capital until Sunday

Yanks lose first game played on Steinbrenner Field

The Yankees’ spring training home was renamed in honor of the owner in a ceremony. TAMPA, Fla.

Buying organic food in bulk saves money

“By buying large bulk quantities, we are really seeing the savings.” Sheri Fischer Organic food

Pressure mounting for Johnson, McDowell

The newcomer and the veteran are both facing high expectations this season. One driver is 23

NHL Roundup: Thursday’s other games

Bruins 4, Maple Leafs 2 BOSTON — Tim Thomas made 30 saves and Phil Kessel and Peter Schaefer each

‘3’ Musketeers: Xavier drops WVU in OT

Poor free throw shooting doomed the Mountaineers. PHOENIX (AP) — Three-pointers saved Xavier.

Voice recording of 1860 is oldest

The recently discovered clip predates Edison’s first by 17 years. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — At first

3 state agencies shuffling work for efficiency

The realignment will create more jobs in state government. COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio is realigning

‘McCain Blogette’ offers a peek into GOP candidate’s home life

Meghan McCain just wants to make her family and politics seem more real. WASHINGTON (AP) — “McCain

Racing with… Dave Blaney

Last race: The Hartford native had a disappointing weekend. The driver of the Caterpillar Toyota

Girl’s diabetes death sparks probe

The girl’s parents prayed for her rather than take her to a doctor. WESTON, Wis. (AP) — Police are

Six attorneys fined over education rule

COLUMBUS – Atty. Michael J. McBride of the Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office was one of six local

Penguins’ win home streak at 6

Pittsburgh beat the Islanders, 3-1, to boost its division lead to six points. PITTSBURGH (AP) —

Davidson faces tough Badger ‘D’

The Badgers have the best scoring defense in the country. DETROIT (AP) — Stephen Curry went off

Mercer Raceway’s opener postponed

MERCER, Pa. — Mercer Raceway Park’s season opening “Chiller Thriller” scheduled for Saturday has

United Way extends ’07 campaign

“We are too close to stop now. Douglas Sweeney Chairman of the 2007 campaign The 2007 campaign

Panezich hopes to catch on with pros

The main requirements for any catcher who wants to play professional baseball are that he is good on

Rose vs. Lucas is focal point tonight

They’re two super freshmen — Memphis’ Derrick Rose and Kalin Lucas of Michigan St. HOUSTON (AP) —

Poland Furniture owners: We’re ready to move on

Crowds flocked into Poland Furniture for the first day of a store closing sale. BOARDMAN —

NBA Roundup:Thursday’s games

Pistons 85, Heat 69 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Rookie Arron Afflalo had career highs of 15 points and

Phantoms aiming to stay sharp

Mahoning Valley has two games before the playoffs begin next weekend. BOARDMAN — Sporting a 34-

Drivers ambivalent about track

Martinsville Speedway is the shortest track on the NASCAR Sprint Cup circuit. At .526 miles,

FDA investigates possible link between Singulair and suicide

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday it is investigating a possible link

Special Olympic team set for state

The coaches emphasize basic basketball skills. YOUNGSTOWNSEmDThe Mahoning County Public Special

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Learn English or go to jail, judge orders 3 men

The three men will be tested in a year to see if they’ve learned English. WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) —

Study: Emotions help nose to sniff out danger

An emotionally charged event can help the brain to remember odors linked to threats. WASHINGTON

Clinton, Obama focus on economy

Both Democrats agreed that McCain can’t handle an economic emergency. NEW YORK (AP) — Democrat

Top gymnasts to compete at amateur tournament

Three area teams will compete at the Fitch High meet. AUSTINTOWN — Three area teams — Ohio

Estate of man injured at work sues, alleging wrongful death

YOUNGSTOWN — The estate of a man injured after being pinned between two trailers has filed a

Olympic nightmare looms over Tibet crisis

Opinion: In 1996 I asked a senior Chinese foreign ministry official in Beijing about human rights for Tibet.

Comcast, Time Warner eyeing WiMax network

CHICAGO — Cable television’s escalating battle with phone companies for residential customers may

Stone is GOP winner in the race for sheriff

The police chief won the Republican primary for sheriff by 16 votes. LISBON — Raymond Stone

Action to save cash for county

The county refinanced some bonds in the past and saved $2.1 million. MERCER, Pa. — County

Schedules: Thunder & Albany

THUNDER Saturday: Albany, 7:05 p.m. April 5: Manchester, 7 p.m. April 11: at Wilkes-

Documentary offers tale of 6 blind Tibetan climbers

Hazards, successes and failures are chronicled in a three-week journey. NEW YORK (AP) — Erik

System keeps luggage from getting lost

Dear Heloise: If you ever have had an airline lose your baggage, you know how frustrating the

Club Calendar: Area groups plan events

AUXILIARIES X Flora McDonald Auxiliary will meet for dessert at 1 p.m. April 5 at the home of Mary

Another view of tort reform

Editorial: Another view of tort reform The need for tort reform — the alleged benefit of limiting the amount

Mahoning County grand jury indicts 4 in slaying, robbery

The four were indicted 10 days after the homicide. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County grand jury

Zambelli alleges breach of contract

Each of the two fireworks companies has been in operation for more than 100 years. PITTSBURGH (AP)

Today is Friday, March 28, the 88th day of 2008. There are 278 days left in the year. On this date

Tar Heels return to Elite 8

North Carolina held Washington St. to 32 percent shooting in a 68-47 win. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) —

Cheney dismissive of people’s rights

Opinion: For at least six years, as I’ve become increasingly frustrated by the Bush administration’s repeated

GM settles suits over faulty coolant

WASHINGTON — General Motors Corp. has agreed to pay as much as $800 each to millions of customers to

A home away from earth

Opinion: For your planning purposes, scientists have determined that Earth will end in 7.59 billion years.

Wanted: Fullback for OSU backfield

The Bucks are trying to find a lead blocker for Heisman candidate Chris Wells. COLUMBUS — Even

President Obama would deserve better company

Opinion: President Obama would deserve better company EDITOR: I heard Sen. Obama’s Philadelphia speech on

She thinks daughter-in-law lied, caused rift

Dear Annie: My daughter-in-law, “Cheri,” is gorgeous, intelligent, witty and charming. She is also

Agenda Saturday

Agenda Saturday United Local school board, special work session, 8 a.m., high school library.

Boating industry sinks with economy

A sagging economy is sinking some in the boating industry. CHICAGO (AP) — Since 1973, Hunter

Playing from the small blind is tough

Playing correctly from the small blind can be frustrating and confusing. On the one hand, you

Lecture will explain spiritual healing path

“I could feel the healing energy. Dramatic stories of healing were reported that had unbelievable

Meeting will address coverage for part-timers

WARREN — Two members of the Trumbull County Board of Elections are to meet with the county

Democratic Party blues

Opinion: Leaders of the Democratic Party and much of the media are wringing their hands over what to do about

Lineups: Thunder vs. Albany

THUNDER OFFENSE QB — (9) Josh Swogger (6-6, 230) WR — (10) DeMarcus Mathes (6-0, 200); (11)

Axle strike’s effect to hit next week

The supplier strike could linger as the company considers moving production. DETROIT (AP) — The

Region news digest: Home Savings parent adds to bad-loan fund

REGION Home Savings parent adds to bad-loan fund YOUNGSTOWN — The parent company of Home Savings

Newspaper apologizes to Diddy

False documents were used for the story. LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Times apologized for

Notebook: Ohio State football

Scheduling: Ohio State and Tennessee will play a two-game series in 2018 and 2019. The Sept. 1,

Robin Williams divorcing

Robin Williams divorcing SAN FRANCISCO — After nearly 19 years of marriage, Robin Williams and

FBI tightens the reins

FBI tightens the reins Washington Post: A 164-page follow-up report on the FBI’s past abuse of a

Energy stocks lag behind oil prices

Consumers are cutting back on gasoline consumption. WASHINGTON — Energy companies have recorded

SpongeBob SquarePants gets ready for Kids Choice Awards

Nearly 60 million votes have been cast to pick the winners. LOS ANGELES (AP) — He’s a perennial

Pavlik promises: ‘I won’t overlook Lockett’

The Youngstown champion will make his first title defense June 7. NEW YORK — They’re similar

Emotional force carries soldiers’ story in ‘Stop-Loss’

The director documents the external war in Iraq and inner struggles. It’s been nearly a decade

Births: St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Almondo and Breanna Lane, Youngstown, girl, March 26. Dean

Puerto Rico governor denies wrongdoing

He and a dozen others were charged with campaign finance violations. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP)

Hundreds more flights canceledSFlbas airlines inspect plane wires

DALLAS (AP) — American Airlines and Delta Air Lines canceled hundreds more flights Thursday as they

Pavlik-Lockett At a glance

KELLY PAVLIK (33-0, 29 KOs) vs. GARY LOCKETT (30-1, 21 KOs) What: WBC and WBO middleweight title

Mother fatally shot 2 children, police say

xx xx LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A mother killed her two children and later went to the nearby college

Indians leave training facility on losing note

They left Winter Haven for the last time, and will move to Arizona in 2009. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. —

Region losing residents at alarming rate

YOUNGSTOWN — The population in the Youngstown area is among the fastest declining for metropolitan

Shots fired on vehicles along I-64 in Virginia

Police are searching for at least two people suspected in the shootings. CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP)

Mahoning County marriage licenses

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Barry J. Kaiser Jr., 30, Pittsburgh, and Elizabeth M. Roach,

Police hope accident video will lead to 2 who robbed, shot man

YOUNGSTOWN — Police are exploring new video evidence that may lead to the capture of two people

Bush: Congress is too hard on Iraqi leaders

Iraqi security forces are battling Shiite militias in southern Iraq. DAYTON (AP) — President Bush

Vindy.com News Podcast for March 28, 2008

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Ruutu leads Penguins over Islanders

Ruutu leads Penguins over Islanders Jarkko Ruutu had a goal and two assists and the Pittsburgh

Green Zone bombarded by militants

BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — Warning sirens wail and within seconds rockets and mortars strike — sometimes

Trial date set for armed-robbery suspect

Appellate judges sent the robbery case back to Judge Sweeney. YOUNGS-TOWN — An armed robbery

Emerson garners swim honors, scholarship

She was named top female swimmer at the YMCA Great Lakes Zone meet. YOUNGSTOWN —YMCA Y-Neptune

Ziska kicks up a Thunder

Placekicker Rick Ziska from Lafayette hopes to make winning kicks for Thunder. YOUNGSTOWN —

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