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Law firms seeks to stop Delphi from cutting benefits for salaried workers
A San Francisco law firm has filed a legal objection to Delphi Corp.’s attempt to take away health-
Who will sing the national anthem for the Pavlik fight?
YOUNGSTOWN — The main event at the Chevrolet Centre doesn’t come until Saturday, but some nonboxing
Pavlik fight means a big win for some local businesses
The outcome of Saturday’s title fight is uncertain, but Kelly Pavlik already has helped one local
Search under way for sex offender who left with 20-year-old mentally challenged woman
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Police are looking for a Megan’s Law sex offender who left the city with a 20-
Trumbull corrections officer resigns amid allegations of drug use
WARREN — Anthony M. Delmont Jr., 35, has resigned his job as corrections officer for the Trumbull
Fisher says he’ll work hard to get housing rehab money for the valley
YOUNGSTOWN — More than 500 people attended a public meeting to hear Lt. Gov. Lee Fisher address the
Youngstown man charged with Warren robbery
WARREN — Alvin P. Traylor, 41, of East Boston Avenue, Youngstown, pleaded innocent today to robbery
11 people laid off at Mahoning Co. Juvenile Justice Center
YOUNGSTOWN — The layoff of 11 workers from the Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Center means longer
Trumbull sheriff to begin program to aid elderly
WARREN — The Trumbull County Sheriff’s Department plans to start a new program Feb. 26 that will
Trumbull sheriff starting new program to aid senior citizens
WARREN — The Trumbull County Sheriff’s Department plans to start a new program Feb. 26 that will
Woman found in unheated house trailer moved to nursing home
BOARDMAN — A 91-year-old woman found earlier this month in a trailer without heat is being cared for
Free fruit will be distributed in Sebring
YOUNGSTOWN — Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley received approximately 30,000 pounds of
Kids give new Willard K-8 school a thumbs up
WARREN — It was a little like getting your first ride in a brand new car: Everything was clean,
Crews patching potholes on I-680!
YOUNGSTOWN — Interstate 680 northbound between South Avenue and state Route 193 and will have
Unemployed are cutting back on auto insurance
CINCINNATI (AP) — Some insurance agents and officials say more motorists are cutting back on
Black Nurses Association offers scholarship aid
Black Nurses Association offers scholarship aid YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown-Warren Black Nurses
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan to meet
• Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1945 will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 24 at Olive
WGH, Poland stay in boys poll
Warren Harding and Poland remained in the weekly high school boys basketball poll while McDonald
Phantoms’ Saad named player of week
BOARDMAN — Mahoning Valley Phantoms forward Brandon Saad was named North Division player of the week
The Chevy’s ‘Super Bowl’
Center staff will work feverishly to get arena in shape for fight YOUNGSTOWN — The staff at
$94.1M loss at First Place Financial won’t affect bank, its chief says
WARREN — The president of First Place Financial Corp. knows the company’s latest news is enough to
Fitch students mourn death of friend in crash
Austintown school officials are offering counseling to Alyssa Emrich’s classmates. AUSTINTOWN —
One for the books: East Branch of public library is dedicated
YOUNGSTOWN — More than 75 years ago, Edward Orlando, 87, of Youngstown, started using the East
Wrecking ball targets YSU deck
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University’s Lincoln Avenue parking deck could be coming down in early
Arbiter likely to decide pay issue
The university says a new job classification schedule must match a state schedule. YOUNGSTOWN
Feeling Irish? Join the parade on March 15
BOARDMAN — It’s that time of year again, time for celebrating the green. The 31st annual Mahoning
Williams perfect addition for Cavs
CLEVELAND — Six months ago, when Cavs general manager Danny Ferry pulled off the trade for Mo
Bylsma’s 1st game ends in SO loss
Bylsma stepped behind the Penguins bench Monday for the first time as an NHL head coach.
Pitcher wants to keep coach
The Pittsburgh Pirates changed pitching coaches after the 2005, 2007 and 2008 seasons. BRADENTON,
Lowellville tax official suffers serious eye injury during fight
Lowellville’s tax commissioner may also need reconstructive face surgery. STRUTHERS —
Indians awed by new facility
The team is settling into its new spring home in Goodyear, Ariz. GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Fresh
Geneva exacts revenge in win over Penn State Beaver
BEAVER FALLS, Pa. — Justin Nardi scored 27 points and Richard Colick added 22 along with 16
She needs to get out of abusive relationship
Dear Annie: I’m 20 years old. My boyfriend and I have a 6-month-old baby boy. I used to be very
Travelers give credit card tips for protection
Dear Heloise: Just read a letter on pickpocket protection from a reader. When we travel, my husband
Jenkins-Oliver wedding to be in Washington
LAKEWOOD, Wash. — Announcing their engagement and plans for their approaching marriage are
McCabe-Kennedy engagement is being announced
CANFIELD — The engagement of Staci Eileen McCabe of Green and Cameron Ben Kennedy, also of Green, is
April wedding for Kelly Barry, Michael Sandy
HUBBARD — Announced by John and Carolyn Barry, 2272 E. Arms Drive, is the engagement of their
It’s D-Day for auto industry survival
WASHINGTON — It may take at least six weeks to know whether the detailed survival plans that General
Miss Firmstone, Mr. Butwin plan summer wedding
A summer wedding is planned by Michele Firmstone and Ben Butwin, both of 3 Elm Creek Drive,
Kansas holds tax refunds
Kansas holds tax refunds TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas has suspended income tax refunds and may not be
CHEVY CENTRE EVENTS
CHEVY CENTRE EVENTS WEDNESDAY Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for ring card girls announcement and for
Poland man shot in legs on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are looking for men responsible for shooting a Poland man in both legs during an
Warren district opens 3rd of 5 new schools
WARREN — The third of five new city school buildings will open today on Willard Avenue Southeast.
East holds off Fitch down stretch to win
Both teams are better than their records indicate. AUSTINTOWN — The East and Austintown Fitch
St. Patrick’s Day parade | March 15
The 31st annual Mahoning Valley St. Patrick’s Day Parade is looking for entries for the event that
Saturday’s Games
Saturday’s Games No games scheduled Sunday’s Game West All-Stars 146, East All-Stars 119
Youths enjoy giving back
A young person led the project, involving young people who reach out to the community.
Some 12th grade players were rewarded with start
Boardman’s Darryce Moore scored her 1,000th career point midway through the second quarter.
Formerly conjoined twins recovering at hospital
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A set of 2-year-old twins who were joined from the breastbone to the pelvis have
No evidence of disease in Ohio deer, ODNR says
No evidence of disease in Ohio deer, ODNR says COLUMBUS — For the seventh straight year, there is
Fear of autism causes parents to refuse vaccines for children
CINCINNATI (AP) — An increasing number of Ohio parents are using religious or personal exemptions to
Study of children’s cholesterol is reassuring, doctors say
DALLAS (AP) — Fewer than 1 percent of American teens are likely to need cholesterol drugs, says a
Man pronounced dead after car leaves road
A medical condition most likely caused the accident, a sergeant with the Ohio State Highway Patrol
Ohio vaccine exemptions
vaccines Exemptions in Ohio Kindergartners exempted from immunizations in Ohio due to religious
Youngstown man, hit by police car, faces drug charges
At the hospital, X-rays showed no injury, police said. YOUNGSTOWN — Dyonn L. Perry had 10 bags
Pavlik likes Roman as sparring partner
Roman knocked Rubio out in the second round of Rubio’s sixth pro fight in 2001. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Johnson winner as Pebble Beach rained out
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Dustin Johnson walked out the door and into the rain Monday morning,
Ortiz wants season-long ban for steroid users
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — David Ortiz wants players who test positive for steroids to be suspended
Father of boy who killed his twin charged with manslaughter
UPPER ST. CLAIR, Pa. (AP) — A suburban Pittsburgh man whose 9-year-old son accidentally shot and
CHEVROLET CENTRE | Events
CHEVROLET CENTRE Events Between the Kelly Pavlik fight, events connected to the boxing card and
Valley Curves helping with annual food drive
Valley Curves helping with annual food drive POLAND — Mahoning Valley Curves locations are
NHL ROUNDUP \ Monday’s other games
Stars 3, Blue Jackets 2, SO COLUMBUS — James Neal scored the only goal in the shootout and Marty
Pitt outslugs Connecticut for 76-68 win
It was the Panthers’ first win ever over a top-ranked team. HARTFORD, Conn. — DeJuan Blair had
Phoenix Suns fire coach Porter
His replacement is assistant coach Alvin Gentry. PHOENIX (AP) — Terry Porter is out as coach of
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Canfield school board, 6:30 p.m., board meeting room, 100 Wadsworth St.
Airship manufacturer proposes partnership with Vienna airport
The airport has what the company needs to develop its aircraft, the company’s founder said.
Storm dumps rain, snow on California, closes I-15
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A winter storm blanketed California with heavy rain and snow Monday, forcing the
MONDAY LOTTERIES
MONDAY LOTTERIES OHIO Monday night: Pick 3, 4-6-1 Pick 4, 4-0-8-8 Rolling Cash 5, 8-10-28-
New Broncos GM wastes little time
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Brian Xanders isn’t wasting any time reshaping the Denver Broncos’ roster.
Santana fit and relaxed entering 2nd season in NY
The two-time Cy Young Award winner lived up to the hype during his first season with the Mets.
pavlik fight At a glance
Who: Kelly Pavlik (34-1, 3O KOs) vs. Marco Antonio Rubio (43-4-1, 37 KOs). What: WBC, WBO
Kenseth win is tough sell in NASCAR’s big event
The 2003 NASCAR champion is regarded as one of the good guys. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Matt
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2009. There are 317 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2009. There are 317 days left in the year. On this date
Good lighting is key for city to put its best foot forward
Opinion: Good lighting is key for city to put its best foot forward EDITOR: During this weekend, the eyes
“I think it would be in the best interest of the state if he resigned because I don’t
Opinion: “I think it would be in the best interest of the state if he resigned because I don’t think the
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State v. Julius M. Williams, placed on three years’ community control.
Director: Chan film too violent for China
HONG KONG — Jackie Chan, the comical kung fu king, is starring in a new movie so violent that its
“American Idol” (8 p.m., Fox): Folks in the top 36 are up for elimination.
“American Idol” (8 p.m., Fox): Folks in the top 36 are up for elimination. “The Mentalist” (9
Both vulnerable. North deals.
Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xQ 4 uK Q 9 7 vQ J 7 4 wA J 5 WEST EAST x7 6 5 3
Conan O’Brien packs up for his big move West
NEW YORK — Nearly two dozen guitars are scattered on the floor and sofa in Conan O’Brien’s office in
Democrats undercut aid for U.S. workers
Opinion: With all the hoopla over greasy pork being stuffed into President Barack Obama’s near trillion-
Government pension agency braces for effects of recession
WASHINGTON (AP) — The deepening recession spells trouble for a little-known government corporation
New ‘Buy American’ provision still bad
Opinion: The conventional wisdom is that the “Buy American” provision that the U.S. Congress passed Friday
Does the United States make anything anymore?
WASHINGTON (AP) — It may seem like the country that used to make everything is on the brink of
U.S. embassy could play a key role
Opinion: COLUMBUS, Ohio — Hints by President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton about overtures to
Charlotte, N.C., faces financial predicament
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The financial collapse has hit the city known as Wall Street South. For
Sudan’s murderous leader must answer for his deeds
Editorial: If President Omar Hassan al-Bashir of Sudan is allow to ignore a warrant for his arrest issued by
Mrs. Obama’s outreach
Washington Post: The previous administration had an unfortunate tendency to refer sneeringly to
More than 6,000 products are produced, wholly or in part, from crude oil.
More than 6,000 products are produced, wholly or in part, from crude oil. Ohio Oil and Gas Energy
Carmakers put brakes on options to cut costs
DETROIT (AP) — When American consumers start buying new cars again, they’ll likely find fewer
‘Star Trek’ exhibit arrives at Detroit Science Center
DETROIT — Wanna-be Klingons and Captain Kirks and Mr. Spocks can raise their hands in a Vulcan
Publisher Alfred Knopf dies at age 90
Publisher Alfred Knopf dies at age 90 NEW YORK — Noted New York publisher Alfred A. Knopf Jr. has
Funding of terrorists must stop
Opinion: WASHINGTON — The subject of diplomacy with Iran has been on Barack Obama’s mind for some time. Back
Doing the right thing does pay off
Opinion: While banks in the United States are standing in line for a handout just to stay in business and
August chosen for Brewer-Kuty wedding in Girard
GIRARD — The engagement of Lisa Marie Brewer and Michael John Kuty is announced by Peggy Brewer of
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Ron Jr. and Ashley Sabelli, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 2. Forum
Found parts could reveal what went wrong in crash
CLARENCE, N.Y. (AP) — Investigators have located key components that might help reveal what the
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