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YSU men win, women lose
CHICAGO, Ill. — Youngstown State men’s basketball team never shot a free throw until the final four
West Branch wins EOWL championship
AUSTINTOWN — Austintown Fitch High’s Louis Greco, after defending his 145-pound title at the Eastern
Maple producers plan Winter Bowling Fundraiser
Maple producers plan Winter Bowling Fundraiser GARRETTSVILLE — The Northeast Ohio Maple Producers
Area soccer team planning 2010 trip to United Kingdom
AUSTINTOWN — Neil Fowler is the kind of guy who knows that failure to plan is just another way of
Fledgling Burnside Boxing Club will have fighter on Pavlik undercard
STRUTHERS — All local eyes will be on Kelly Pavlik on February 21. Well, almost all of them.
Lordstown upgrade to enable production of many models
In gloomy economy, a sign of light The Chevrolet Cruze could just be the start of new vehicles
Poland beats Howland in a walk
A controversial traveling call cost the Tigers in a crucial league game. POLAND — Howland High
Boardman frosh gains first victory
AUSTINTOWN — Making your high school wrestling debut is nerve-racking enough, but when you have to
West Branch, Fitch grapple for EOWL team supremacy
Heading into the second day of the tourney, the Warriors and Falcons each have nine wrestlers in the
Phantoms are ‘Super’ in 4-1 win
Nick Eason of the Pittsburgh Steelers helped Alex Lippincott and Jordan Tibbett lead Mahoning
Dulci-More to perform in Salem
SALEM — Dulci-More, an orchestra of folk and traditional musicians, will give its 16th anniversary
Forecast: Economy to rebound this year
BOARDMAN — Look for the economy to start to rebound in the second half of this year, a Federal
‘I’ve never seen it this bad’
YOUNGSTOWN — January saw the largest job loss in one month in more than 30 years. According to the
Salaried Delphi retirees could lose health care
The company said it understands that ending benefits ‘will impose real hardship.’ Delphi Corp.
ODOT plans changes to 5-leg intersection in North Lima
NORTH LIMA — Alleviating traffic congestion is the main aim of a project to reroute a portion of
Woman found in unheated trailer
The 91-year-old was cold, disoriented and dehydrated. BOARDMAN — A 91-year-old woman was
Obama’s help sought in court case
Communications from Brazilian and United States authorities have ceased, the prosecutor said.
Valley kids brush up on hygiene
For a high percentage of the youths, it was the first time sitting in a dentist’s chair.
Podolsky’s 21 key Cards’ 88-31 victory
LISBON — Mike Podolsky scored 21 points to lead the Canfield High boys basketball team to a 88-31
Harding gets ‘scrappy,’ survives Ursuline scare
With only five wins, the Irish got a much-needed confidence builder against the top Division I team.
East rallies past JFK for ninth win
YOUNGSTOWN —Kenny Carter scored 18 points to go with six rebounds, three steals and two assists as
McDonald keeps on track for perfection
East Palestine, which eked out a two-point win over United, remains atop the ITCL Tier One
Trumbull grand jury to weigh charges in restaurant robbery
He faces eight years in prison if convicted. WARREN — Robert E. Cherry, the 34-year-old Bazetta
Bowker has 42 points in Rebels’ 75-55 win
COLUMBIANA —Chelsea Bowker scored 42 points, making 18 of 21 from the free throw line, and Marissa
Vindicator, Valley 24 invite public to help set stage for Pavlik bout
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning Valley residents who wish to step into the boxing ring have their opportunity.
Williams’ snub miffs Cavs again
CLEVELAND (AP) — Once was too much for the Cleveland Cavaliers. But twice? The team was outraged
Letang scores twice in Pens’ 4-1 win over the Blue Jackets
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kris Letang, normally not a scoring threat, had his second two-goal game in 10
Indians wary of economic struggles
CLEVELAND (AP) — As spring training approaches, Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro is
South Side house fire
South Side house fire YOUNGSTOWN — A vacant home on the city’s South Side was destroyed by fire.
Coming to grips with race in America
Opinion: I have had a book in my library for years that I finally decided to make time to read. It is called
BOYS BASKETBALL
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Friday’S SCORES Chaney 62, Mooney 54 East 59, Warren JFK 55 Warren
MEET AND GREET: Eason talks to pupils and signs autographs at Poland North Elementary School. Eason,
MEET AND GREET: Eason talks to pupils and signs autographs at Poland North Elementary School. Eason,
Resale shops feeling pinched
NEW YORK (AP) — The dust collecting on gently worn Prada shoes and designer overcoats is a sign of
Niles man indicted in police chase
A conviction could mean up to 20 years in prison. WARREN — Harley E. Tibbs, accused of leading a
Strickland’s school funding plan unclear
Opinion: COLUMBUS — It was about three hours into a four-hour press “briefing” on Gov. Ted Strickland’s
Today is Saturday, Feb. 7, the 38th day of 2009. There are 327 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Feb. 7, the 38th day of 2009. There are 327 days left in the year. On this date
Agenda Sunday
Agenda Sunday McDonald Alumni Association Project Blue Committee, 7 p.m., high school. XAGENDA
Warren GOP women attend banquet
Special to The Vindicator IN MEMORY: Members of Warren Republican Women’s Club attending the 94th
Dinner-show features comedian and singer
AUSTINTOWN — Valentine’s Day Unplugged, a dinner-show featuring comedian Donna Littlejohn, poet
STIMULUS BILLS | Comparing House, Senate versions
A comparison of the economic recovery plan drafted by Senate Democrats and President Barack Obama
SUPER-SIZED: Education is a must, Eason tells kids
It was a sea of black and gold at Poland North Elementary School.
Martin delivers ‘important’ comedy
The show airs Wednesdays on Comedy Central. NEW YORK — No one would dispute the importance of
Support our troops
The Denver Post: Suicides among soldiers reached a three-decade high in 2008 — a grim and tearful
Prison sentence justified for burglary ring leader
Editorial: We’re still bemused by use of the word hapless last summer to describe the criminal organization
Stimulus hopes boost market
The Dow jumped more than 200 points Friday. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street has had another big rally
Eight embryos in one womb is ‘nuts’
Opinion: BOSTON — Maybe we owe an apology to the doctors who made the birth announcement with such pride and
“Gifted Hands” (8 p.m., TNT): The brain is a channel for miracles, says young Dr. Ben
“Gifted Hands” (8 p.m., TNT): The brain is a channel for miracles, says young Dr. Ben Carson, trying
War trauma lasts long past battlefield
Opinion: Good News: Millions of Iraqis went to the polls to vote in local elections last weekend in what has
SUNDAY TV NEWS SHOWS | Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Lawrence Summers, director of
Val Kilmer ponders a run for governor
Val Kilmer ponders a run for governor SANTA FE, N.M. — Holy hornet’s nest, Batman! The New Mexico
Toyota has 1st annual net loss since ’50
TOKYO (AP) — Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, sank into the red for the October-December
New Chiefs coach Haley credits father for success
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Whenever conversation at the Haley family dinner table turned to football,
Recession exposes big holes in jobless-benefit system
WASHINGTON (AP) — The government safety net designed to protect laid-off workers from financial
iPhones, the Web help Ky. talk post-storm
MURRAY, Ky. (AP) — When an ice storm brought down telephone poles and power lines across much of
Mom draws heat over her octuplets
LOS ANGELES — A beaming Dr. Karen Mapes appeared on “Larry King Live” this week to discuss the epic
Parties agree on slimmer stimulus bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — With job losses soaring nationwide, Senate Democrats reached agreement with a
So. Florida drops No. 8 Marquette, 57-56
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jesus Verdejo scored 21 points and Dominique Jones made a driving layup to put
His pre-wedding behavior is questionable
Dear Annie: I was supposed to be married this month in a small private ceremony. However, my fianc
Is it time to end Black History Month? Many say yes
Should Black History Month itself fade into history? Many have long argued that black history
Hamlin eager for another winning season
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Denny Hamlin was the new kid at Joe Gibbs Racing — an unknown in the shadow of
School bus crash near Toledo sends 13 to hospital
TOLEDO (AP) — A minivan swerved across a roadway and collided with a school bus carrying high school
Budget cuts would cost charter schools $120M
COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio’s charter schools stand to lose $120 million in state funding next year if Gov.
WEEKLY BRIDGE QUIZ
WEEKLY BRIDGE QUIZ Q. Vulnerable, as South you hold: xA 10 7 uK Q 6 v10 3 wA K J 7 3 Your
Face transplant recipient is home
CLEVELAND (AP) — She can eat pizza. And hamburgers. She can smell perfume, drink coffee from a cup,
Microchip makes it easy to identify stray pets
Dear Heloise: I have both of my dogs, some of my cats and my horses microchipped. The dogs wear
Great Lakes workshop offers great opportunity
Teachers have a super opportunity to learn about Lake Erie’s ecosystem this summer in a weeklong
Girard takes electricity issue to voters
Even if the aggregation plan is approved, residents may opt out of the agreement. GIRARD —
Jury deliberates fate of man in rape case
Deliberations are to resume Monday morning. WARREN — Could a woman who had been hit on the
Air reservists answer the call
‘This is what we signed up for,’ said Technical Sgt. Mark Brown. VIENNA — Youngstown Air
YSU BASKETBALL \ Today’s games
MEN’S BASKETBALL Who: YSU (7-15, 4-8) vs. UIC (10-12, 3-9) Tip-off: 8 p.m. UIC Pavillon, Chicago,
Business news digest
REGION UCFC President Lodge to retire, leave board YOUNGSTOWN — David Lodge, president and chief
PROJECTS ON TAP
PROJECTS ON TAP YSU master plan Here is the list of Youngstown State University campus projects
DeYor center to receive $800K for Flad Pavilion
COLUMBUS — State Representatives Robert F. Hagan, D-Youngstown, and Ronald V. Gerberry,
YSU to borrow $57M for projects
Construction is set to begin in March on the first project on the list. YOUNGSTOWN —
Mahoning County | Grand jury indictments
The following were indicted Thursday by the Mahoning County grand jury: Jesse Werthman, 22, of
In wake of meth lab raid, police note problem is growing worse
Manufacturing the drug can cause fire or toxic gases. EAST LIVERPOOL — A methamphetamine lab
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard P. Jovingo III, 35, of 3009 Canfield Road, Apt. 3,
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games Philadelphia 99, Indiana 94 L.A. Lakers 110, Boston 109, OT Utah 115, Dallas
The reasons ‘Y’ it is a good cause
A monthlong charity effort has been launched for the YMCA and its programs. YOUNGSTOWN — The
area college roundup Friday’s game
Earlham 65, Hiram 51 RICHMOND, Ind. — Sophomore guard Jess Cowan scored a career-high 20 points,
SUPER STEELER
Pittsburgh player to Poland pupils: Score with education It was a sea of black and gold at
KRISTY WINING | CHRISTIAN SCHABACKER
KRISTY WINING CHRISTIAN SCHABACKER WINTER PARK, Fla. — The English Gardens in Winter Park provided
BRENDA MELLINGER | MICHAEL GOLEC JR.
BRENDA MELLINGER MICHAEL GOLEC JR. CANFIELD — The exchange of nuptial vows took place at 2:30 p.m.
Smith-Prusinski wedding planned for end of May
BOARDMAN — Philip and Lynn Smith, 5032 Simon Road, are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
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