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Sulskis’ game-winner sends Penguins to fourth straight win
YOUNGSTOWN — All of a sudden Youngstown State is the hottest men’s basketball team in the Horizon
Aldan leads Boardman swimmers at sectional
AKRON — Boardman High sophomore Ashley Aldan placed second in the 100-yard freestyle, third in the
Young Terlesky invited to world golf event
BOARDMAN — Junior golfer Brian Terlesky has won just about every tournament he’s competed in over
Team Pavlik ready for ‘bounce back’ fight
YOUNGSTOWN — On No. 2, 2006, a 24-year-old named Kelly Pavlik stepped into the ring to fight an
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
CLUBS • Casa Savoia Club will meet at 12:30 Wednesday at Scacchetti’s Italian Steakhouse, 1140
MammoVan screenings
MammoVan screenings YOUNGSTOWN — The MammoVan, a mobile mammography unit, will offer breast cancer
Reverse raffle to help fund scholarships
Special to The Vindicator TEAMWORK: With the support of other members of Yo-Mah-O Chapter of IAAP,
Mooney rallies to shock Ursuline
The Cardinals overcame a 33-19 deficit for a Steel Valley Conference win. YOUNGSTOWN — It was a
Strong start launches Spartans’ romp
Boardman raced to 17-0 lead in a Federal League Tournament game against Fitch. BOARDMAN — The
Harding overwhelms JFK for 14th victory
WARREN — A Division I top seed minus one of its best players would be expected to be better than a
For Valentine¹s Day, try Fair Trade, church urges
This Valentine’s Day, broaden your love to your fellow man. One-on-one, endear yourself to your
Liberty’s future looks bright, officials say
Wal-Mart on Belmont Avenue should open this summer. LIBERTY — Township officials say the
2 charged in probe of 3-county theft ring
Police have recovered items that were stolen in Trumbull, Mahoning and Portage counties.
Valley couple harnesses creative energy to endure loss of power
Most customers without power should have it restored by Sunday, FirstEnergy reports. EAST
Canfield’s swimmers runners-up in sectional
AKRON — Canfield’s 200-yard medley relay team placed first and the Cardinals also placed second in
Studio owner lets kids take center stage
Studio owner lets pupils take center stage BOARDMAN — Their repertoire ranges from Disney to
Ex-health chief gets 60 days for theft
The state’s attorney said health board members ‘were militant’ during the Morehead investigation.
Denmeade’s goal in OT saves Clippers, 66-65
COLUMBIANA — When East Palestine’s Matt Greene pulled down a rebound of a missed Columbiana free
Y-town’s Giuriceo, Salser earn spots on Pavlik undercard
Six fights will precede the main event on Feb. 21. YOUNGSTOWN — Kelly Pavlik won’t be the only
Phantoms’ road skein ended, 5-1
MARQUETTE, Mich. — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms saw their three-game road winning streak snapped as
Kids, seniors share special Valentine gifts
The visit to the assisted living center may become a regular event
City vehicles in Warren get GPS units
The police chief opposes the devices, questions the city’s motive for installing them. WARREN
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Medical Center Krystle Taylor, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 12. Jessie
Deadly crash spares 2 inside doomed house
NTSB officials believe ice buildup may have caused the crash that killed 50. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) —
BOYS BASKETBALL
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Boardman 57, Fitch 27 Alliance 65, West Branch 40 Bloomfield 53, Badger
East overwhelms Chaney to remain atop SVC standings
YOUNGSTOWN — Before Friday’s game against Chaney, East High boys basketball coach Mark Cherol
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a major victory for President Barack Obama, Democrats muscled a huge,
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a major victory for President Barack Obama, Democrats muscled a huge, $787
YSU coach in car crash
YSU coach in car crash YOUNGSTOWN — Police are investigating an accident involving Jon Heacock,
QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Kidnappers threatened on Friday to kill an American employee of the
QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Kidnappers threatened on Friday to kill an American employee of the United
STRIKING A CHORD: Hayden Taylor prepares to get in his guitar licks at the recording session. He
STRIKING A CHORD: Hayden Taylor prepares to get in his guitar licks at the recording session. He
More Shiites killed in suicide attack
BAGHDAD (AP) — A female suicide bomber struck a tent filled with women and children resting during a
‘Servant’ serves up plenty of bawdy humor, fun
YOUNGSTOWN — It takes about 10 bewildered minutes to catch up to the pace of “The Servant of Two
That someone special may be online
Opinion: This Valentine’s Day, millions will celebrate romance with a loved one they met online. My husband
Peanuts specials (8 p.m., ABC): It’s Valentines Day, which means poor Charlie Brown will once
Peanuts specials (8 p.m., ABC): It’s Valentines Day, which means poor Charlie Brown will once again
Some banks plan to place moratorium on foreclosures
WASHINGTON — President Obama will release the details of his foreclosure prevention plan Wednesday,
Business news digest
OHIO Temporary plant layoffs TOLEDO — General Motors says about 1,900 workers at two powertrain
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stanley R. Brown, 55, of 1093 Eastway Drive #4, Youngstown,
District roundup Friday’s other games
Youngstown Christian 60, Heartland Christian 44 COLUMBIANA — Olonzo Johnson scored 17 points
McNally’s game-winning bucket guides Leetonia past Wellsville
LEETONIA — Jake McNally scored the game-winning basket as time expired Friday to lift the Leetonia
Liberty Township officials say things are looking good for the community’s future
LIBERTY — Township officials say the future here is looking good with potential economic development
Butler thrives on 3-ball dousing Flames, 80-61
INDIANAPOLIS — Matt Howard had 19 points and eight rebounds, Gordon Hayward finished with 18 points
nhl roundup \ Friday’s games
Blue Jackets 3, Red Wings 2 COLUMBUS — Jason Williams scored with 6:55 to go to give Columbus a
Top 25 roundup Friday’s games
MEN West Virginia 93, No. 13 Villanova 72 MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Da’Sean Butler scored a career-
Ex-schools chief Pegues dies at 72
YOUNGSTOWN — Dr. Robert L. Pegues Jr., the first black superintendent of both Youngstown and Warren
All-Star roundup \ News and notes from Phoenix
Big trade: Shawn Marion’s most memorable play with the Miami Heat was his last. Hours after Marion’s
area
area Power lifting meet WARREN — The Regional Power Lifting Meet will be held at Warren Harding
Professional Golf roundup \ Friday’s events
LPGA KAHUKU, Hawaii (AP) — Michelle Wie put herself into contention for her first LPGA Tour
fair trade Some background
fair trade Some background Global Exchange is a membership-based international human rights
Foyt sees a lot of himself in Stewart
The retired driver-turned-owner was in Daytona at the invitation of Stewart, who considers Foyt his
Poland man files $25M suit, alleging violation of rights
YOUNGSTOWN — A Poland man is suing township officials and several others, contending his rights are
Man gets 14 years for trying to kill ex-girlfriend
LISBON — A man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for trying to kill his former girlfriend and
2 accused of making bomb threats from jail
LISBON — Two prisoners in the Columbiana County Jail may face charges of making bomb threats from
Northfield Results
Northfield Results friday 1st—Chocolate Fudge (Harris)8.603.402.60 Exotic Cardshark
Special DNA tests sought in rape case
Further proceedings must wait until at least March 16. WARREN — Prosecutors are hoping a
Lt. governor, officials to tour neighborhoods
Area residents are invited to share concerns about the vacant properties in the city. YOUNGSTOWN
Driver in fatal crash sentenced
A tip from Crime Stoppers helped solve the crime. WARREN — A 22-year-old Stoneboro, Pa., man has
City man arrested on drug charges
YOUNGSTOWN — Police arrested a man Friday after finding 34 bags of suspected crack cocaine in his
A-Rod admits mistakes as Miami renames field
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Saying he had a responsibility to give back, Alex Rodriguez briefly
Man charged with assault in stabbing at club
WARREN — A city man has been charged with felonious assault for reportedly stabbing a Champion man
Youngstown State Basketball \ Today’s games
MEN Who: YSU (9-15, 6-8) vs. Milwaukee (14-10, 9-5). Tip-off: 7:05 p.m. Beeghly Center. Radio/TV:
Jury unanimously rules against cyclist
The injured motorcyclist unsuccessfully sought $1.2 million in damages. YOUNGSTOWN — A jury has
Essroc: Less demand may idle plant
BESSEMER, Pa. — Workers at Ess- roc’s cement plant here have been warned the plant may be idled
STUDENT NUMBERS YSU enrollment
Enrollment at Youngstown State University increased by nearly 200 students this spring semester.
Wednesday’s Games
Wednesday’s Games Denver 82, Orlando 73 Cleveland 109, Phoenix 92 Toronto 91, San Antonio 89
Suppliers seek bailout funds
WASHINGTON (AP) — Auto suppliers asked the Obama administration Friday for up to $25.5 billion in
EASTERN CONFERENCE
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Panel to pick company for director search
HOWLAND — A subcommittee of the Western Reserve Port Authority met to discuss hiring a search
‘Eastbound’: down and dirty
The HBO comedy “Eastbound and Down” may feature the least-glamorous cast on TV, and yes, I’m
Contracts keep love in office romances
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — When love blooms at work, “love contracts” may follow. Dating often begins with
PBS offers new version of ‘Oliver’
Oliver Twist has one of the greatest hard-knock lives in literature. The 10-year-old lost his mother
Local topics on TV Sunday program
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ Channel 21): “Community Connection” is spending the month of
Emotional distance ruins marriage
Opinion: STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Today’s couples are quick to squelch the urge to argue with each other. But
Another crucial step taken toward V&M Star expansion
Editorial: The city of Youngstown will borrow $5 million to buy land for the proposed expansion of V&M Star
Nothing to see, comrades
Scripps Howard: Even for China’s skilled censors stuffing this particular incident down the national
Auto bankruptcy? Sure looks like it
DETROIT (AP) — Call it a bankruptcy in disguise. Although General Motors and Chrysler are scrambling
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sens. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and
Peanut Corp. is going out of business
ATLANTA (AP) — The peanut processing company at the heart of a national salmonella outbreak is going
Clinton calls for N. Korean cooperation
NEW YORK (AP) — Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, making her first major policy speech,
Black college nears goal to get Cosby concert
Black college nears goal to get Cosby concert DAYTON — Officials at Central State University say
2016 Olympic-city hopefuls release detailed bid plans
LONDON (AP) — The four cities vying for the 2016 Olympics released their detailed bid plans Friday,
Sure signs of spring training: Bats, balls, steroids, syringes
It happens every spring, at least these days. Pitchers and catchers report to camps, and talk shifts
Work force equality caused by the decline
Opinion: BOSTON — I suppose this falls under the general heading: “Be Careful What You Wish For.” There are
NBA best hoping to spread sunshine
It’s been a gloomy season for basketball fans in Phoenix. PHOENIX (AP) — For one weekend,
Daytona fans not racing to buy tickets
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Reggie Jenkins stands on a corner across from the entrance outside turn
Vet offers tips on behaviors at the office
Dear Heloise: I’m a veterinarian in a busy five-doctor practice. Here are a few hints to make it
Special Valentine’s Day wishes to veterans
Dear Readers: Happy Valentine’s Day to one and all, and special good wishes to our veterans in VA
Landing gear failure
Landing gear failure LONDON — The nose wheel of a British Airways passenger jet collapsed with a
Today is Saturday, Feb. 14, the 45th day of 2009. There are 320 days left in the year. This is
Today is Saturday, Feb. 14, the 45th day of 2009. There are 320 days left in the year. This is
Canfield too strong for Niles; Poland rolls past Beaver Local
NILES — Mike Podolsky scored 19 points as the Canfield High boys basketball team took a 71-38