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Championship wrestling at The Wedge
AUSTINTOWN — Championship Wrestling Experience returns to The Wedge Friday with its second event of
Boardman’s tournament rivalry with Hoover could hit a bump
Federal League rivals Boardman and North Canton Hoover have played each other nine straight years at
Former Zion Lutheran pastor indicted on six rape counts
YOUNGSTOWN — Dale Giffin, who resigned as pastor of Zion Lutheran Church in Cornersburg last fall,
Gerberry bill would clarify sheriff candidate qualifications
YOUNGSTOWN — The amount of college needed to be eligible for a sheriff candidate — an issue in last
Grand jury indicts man who had body under his car
YOUNGSTOWN — The Canfield man accused driving away after a body dislodged from under his car has
No injuries in car-school bus accident in Liberty
LIBERTY — Police say no one was injured when a car ran into the rear of a school bus today. Police
Couple missing from Pa. found in Missouri
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A 20-year-old developmentally disabled woman who disappeared Feb. 9 with a
Harambee to teach dance at Eagle Heights Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — Serena Reed and Neighai Lively jumped at the opportunity to dance with the Harambee
Creative poster could land you tickets to Pavlik-Rubio fight
YOUNGSTOWN — Team Pavlik is encouraging Youngstown to show its creative side. Fans are encouraged
Home and garden show this weekend at Eastwood Expo Center
NILES — The Nature Stone Mahoning Valley Home and Garden Show is Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the
Former fireman sentenced to anger management counseling
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who lost his job as a city firefighter when an arson charge was filed has been
Free dinner for the needy is Sunday at Nevels Temple in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — A free dinner for the needy and their families will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Nevels
Brookfield board seeks to revise public-speaking policy at meetings
BROOKFIELD — School board members are looking to revise board policies which could give residents
Slick roads blamed for 25 crashes in the city, plus more elsewhere
YOUNGSTOWN — Icy roads challenged morning commuters, with the first crash, a multiple pileup, called
Weathersfield schools hire coaches
MINERAL RIDGE —The Weathersfield school board Wednesday hired the following coaches: Sam Raketa,
Expo is tailored for women of color
Expo is tailored for women of color YOUNGSTOWN — The Jamz 101.9 Women of Color Expo will take
Team Pavlik keeps eyes on the prize
“I really think he’s [Pavlik] focused. It’s been a great camp. Any style that [Marco Antonio] Rubio
GM plan: Many play role
Overtime limits and work rule changes are said to be part of a new labor deal. Workers on the
Pavlik’s prediction: A ‘butt-whupping’
Trainer Jack Loew unsure Rubio realizes what he’s gotten himself into Wearing a black vinyl “
Niles council votes to buy American with stimulus money
The Buy American vote is not protectionism, but a way to create jobs and get mills going, a UAW
Scam nets $6,678 from two elderly Struthers couples
Chief Norris advised citizens to be aware of unsolicited communications involving any type of
Trumbull program to aid elderly avoid scams
The program’s goal is to help older citizens live independently. WARREN — The Trumbull
Bad start dooms YSU in Cleveland
The Penguins fell behind CSU 22-8 and eventually lost by only four, 58-54. CLEVELAND — Youngstown
Phantoms set to launch ‘Pavlik Series’ at Chevrolet Centre
Johnny Meo will play in his 179th career game tonight as a Phantom to break the team record.
Council won’t pay for judges’ attorney
The general fund is facing a deficit of about $3 million this year. YOUNGSTOWN — If the
Austintown’s Greco, Miller to defend wrestling titles
Fitch, along with West Branch and Rootstown, will host this weekend’s wrestling tourney.
Beware the Golden Toilet
The fun is for a good cause. BOARDMAN — A fundraiser sponsored by the youth group at Bethel
James, ‘Z’ lead Cavs over Toronto
The Cavaliers are reportedly seeking to make a trade. TORONTO (AP) — LeBron James had 20 points,
International fight audience will hear 3 Valley singers
More than 200 people watched the national anthem singing competition and the introduction of the four ring girls.
Red Cross chapter seeks new home in Lisbon
The two agencies merged in 2007. LISBON — The Greater Pottery Area Chapter of the American Red
Pavlik inspires next generation
Trainer Jack Loew says the Salinas brothers are the future. YOUNGSTOWN — With a heart
Man fails to appear at arraignment
YOUNGSTOWN — A 41-year-old Cleveland man charged with raping a girl while she was between the ages
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Todd and Teri Knight, Girard, girl, Feb. 18. St. Joseph’s
NORTHFIELD PARK
NORTHFIELD PARK WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS 1st—Cruizin At Dawn 19.00 9.60 5.00 Coin Of The Realm 8.00
Bulldogs clinch ITCL title tie
East Palestine beat United 48-43 in overtime on Wednesday. EAST PALESTINE — For the second
WEDNESDAY’S NBA SUMMARIES
WEDNESDAY’S NBA SUMMARIES Cavaliers 93, Raptors 76 CLEVELAND (93)—James 9-17 2-2 20, Varejao 2-3
Allegiant looking to offer year-round flights
VIENNA — Allegiant Air, the Las Vegas-based company that offers flights twice a week between the
Salem’s Ritchie, Scullion dominate in Quakers’ win over Lowellville
LOWELLVILLE — In a game that both coaches agreed was a good warm-up for the upcoming tournament,
AIRCRAFT PROPOSAL The Dynalifter
What is a Dynalifter? It is a “roadless” truck. Here are some of its key features: It is similar
Meeting tonight on Web-based learning
BOARDMAN — Parents and guardians of gifted and honors pupils in the Youngstown city schools are
State to cut school subsidies
The state is changing the way it funds charter and open-enrollment schools. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Police: Driver who caused crash had been drinking
The crash sent the Subaru into a 180-degree turn. YOUNGSTOWN — A 45-year-old West Side man who
Traffic stop nets arrests
One suspect who got out of prison Jan. 14 was being sought for a parole violation. YOUNGSTOWN —
Sheriff’s department lays off 11
The jail will remain open at full staff and capacity, the major says. YOUNGSTOWN — Faced with
Tuesday’s Games
Tuesday’s Games Orlando 107, Charlotte 102, OT Indiana 100, Philadelphia 91 Washington 111,
New bill would apply retroactively
COLUMBUS — Sex offenders would have to move from established residences that are within 1,000 feet
Aggressiveness key to strategy of Pens’ new coach
Pittsburgh has just 24 games remaining and is six points out of a playoff spot. PITTSBURGH (AP) —
California budget woes
California budget woes SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Chances of a quick resolution to California’s budget
Parents: Research saves lives
The Mahoning Valley March of Dimes ambassadors are Robby and Andrew Sokol of Hubbard. BOARDMAN
Artists of Rust Belt offers music, handcrafted beer
YOUNGSTOWN — The historic B&O Station, 530 Mahoning Ave., will be the site of Artists of the Rust
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland townships:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland townships: BOARDMAN Feb. 12
Fed: Economy will get worse in ’09
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday sharply downgraded its projections for the
South Side Boxing Club
South Side Boxing Club Tale of the Tape Where: 1714 Market Street, Youngstown Call: Jack Loew
Foreclosure rescue unveiled
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Seeking to tackle “a crisis unlike any we’ve ever known,” President Barack Obama
Plan has plenty of incentives for lenders
WASHINGTON (AP) — The same mortgage lenders that candidate Barack Obama accused last year of causing
U.S. general looks into claims of civilian casualties
KABUL (AP) — Responding quickly to another allegation of civilian casualties, a U.S. general
fundraisers Other events
The youth group at Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview Drive, Boardman, is sponsoring or involved
Author of hoax isn’t sorry
Author of hoax isn’t sorry NEW YORK — The author of a discredited Holocaust memoir is not
Tar Heels continue dominance of NC State
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Tyler Hansbrough scored 27 points to help third-ranked North Carolina beat North
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Another reader praises coconut treatment
Q. Thank you for writing about coconut for treating ulcerative colitis. I was diagnosed with colitis
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Boston4411.800—8-2W-224-420-
Excitement grows
Still wondering where all of those Pavlik-Rubio tickets went? As of Wednesday, there were 19
“We have a lot of work to do. We’re still going at this with a great sense of
Opinion: “We have a lot of work to do. We’re still going at this with a great sense of urgency.” Rick
Oakland director was itching to stage 'Bug'
YOUNGSTOWN — The Oakland Center for the Arts’ first offering of the new year is “Bug,” a
Indians’ Pavano getting fresh start
The former Yankee is penciled in as Cleveland’s No. 3 starter. GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Carl Pavano
Jewish leaders: Punish UAE for banning tennis star
Tournament organizers denied a visa over security concerns. JERUSALEM (AP) — A prominent group of
The Zou to shoot music video at Cedars
YOUNGSTOWN — The Zou will shoot a music video at Cedars Lounge, 23 N. Hazel St., downtown, at 8 p.m.
Survey: Majority of fans say Hall’s no for A-Rod
More than half of baseball fans surveyed say Alex Rodriguez shouldn’t make the Hall of Fame after
Sharing the wealth
Miami Herald: What a great way to say thanks. With little fanfare, Miami banker Leonard L. Abess Jr.
Neither vulnerable. North deals.
Neither vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xA K 9 4 2 u8 4 3 vJ 6 2 w10 5 WEST EAST xQ 10
Stimulus money is coloring politics
Opinion: “Suppose my neighbor’s home catches fire, and I have a length of garden hose. ... I don’t say to him
auditions Where to try out for roles
ACTORS “The Renter.” Needed: actors for short film to be shot in Youngstown/Sharon area. Casting
Oakland offers discounts to students, soldiers, fight fans
In light of the economic downturn, the Oakland Center for the Arts is offering several discounts
Green takes long road, waits for hit
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Sometimes, Pat Green wishes he could have skipped all the near misses and long
GM mulls taking back some Dephi plants
General Motors Corp. says it may take back some factories from Delphi Corp., the parts-making unit
Hard times can reveal hidden talents
Opinion: BATON ROUGE, La. — John James Audubon had great promise as a bird artist, but he was driven to reach
“Grey’s Anatomy” (9 p.m., ABC): Veteran actress Faye Dunaway drops in on
“Grey’s Anatomy” (9 p.m., ABC): Veteran actress Faye Dunaway drops in on “Grey’s Anatomy” tonight
Live a little — for sake of the economy
Opinion: The woman hopped on the scale, disclosing to those of us in the locker room that she feared the
And the award will go to...
New Orleans is 8,870 miles from Mumbai, India, as the crow flies. The Academy Award nominees for
Hugh Jackman plans ‘intimate’ Oscar show
LOS ANGELES — Hugh Jackman says he knows the Oscars ceremony isn’t about him, but he’d better enjoy
Production, housing problems growing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Big industry production throttled back in January due partly to auto shutdowns,
Stimulus bill reflects the will to believe in Obama
Opinion: The big story last week was the incredible Congressional rush to pass a bill that was more than a
THE WEIGH-IN
THE WEIGH-IN Pros and cons “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and “Slumdog Millionaire” have
Today is Thursday, Feb. 19, the 50th day of 2009. There are 315 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Feb. 19, the 50th day of 2009. There are 315 days left in the year. On this date
RATES | Certificates of deposit
The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Feb. 18. All yields given in percent. Balances
Fire damages home
Fire damages home NORTH JACKSON — A fire that started in the kitchen area at 148 N. Salem-Warren
TheSources
TheSources Ticketmaster: Macy’s in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and Giant
Poll: Public stressed out over economy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Fears are mounting about losing a job, not having enough money to pay the bills
Using essential oils in diffuser makes good sense for the home
Dear Heloise: I know you have a lot of recipes to duplicate things. My question is: I have a
Mom’s mental health issues clash with kids
Dear Annie: I need some advice. My wife has anger issues. A few days ago, we moved our youngest son
Judge dismisses city as co-defendant in lawsuit
The trial on suits filed by the former councilman and ex-clerk against each other is scheduled to
Robert Pegues, 1936-2009; a scholar and a gentleman
Editorial: If ever there was a man who spoke softly but carried a big stick, it was Dr. Robert L. Pegues —
Two New Castle men arrested; face various drug, sex charges
The men were arrested after an adult victim reported them to police. NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Two city
Hubbard buildings revitalized
The work should be completed within two years. HUBBARD — An old set of apartment units in the
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Dannie W. Smallwood III, 29, of 1666 Lancaster Drive,
LOOKING IT OVER: Marsh checks out some of the work inside one of the 12 units. The businessman
LOOKING IT OVER: Marsh checks out some of the work inside one of the 12 units. The businessman
The Vindicator/ William D. Lewis
The Vindicator/ William D. Lewis ENTREPRENEUR: Businessman J.P. Marsh stands in front of a 12-unit
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Centenary United Methodist Church, 1413 Belmont Ave, Youngstown, free
GM finances
GM finances Profits expected General Motors’ earnings before taxes, both actual and estimated,
Howland edges Cards to complete 20-0 season
The Tigers won, 57-51, giving coach John Diehl his first unbeaten regular season in a long career.
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Ohio Glaciers — is seeking players for its 10-under team. For practice information, call:
COLLEGE BASKETBALL
COLLEGE BASKETBALL WEDNESDAY’S SCORES MEN EAST American U. 58, Army 36 Holy Cross 74, Navy
Dynalifter designer seeks funds
VIENNA — The president of Ohio Airships, a company that built a prototype of a blimplike aircraft
For Robbie Jay Band, it’s full steam ahead
The Robbie Jay Band played back-to-back gigs this month at Cleveland’s Beachland Ballroom and House
FDR’s New Deal was a success; has endured
Opinion: Since the economic crisis we’re now in is being compared to the Great Depression, the solutions
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