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Pennsylvania State Police investigating Lawrence Co. homicide
NEW BEAVER, Pa. — State police in New Castle say they are investigating the death of a 26-year-old
Pa. man withdraws manslaughter plea, will go on trial in July
MERCER, Pa. — A man who’s accused in the killing of a Hempfield Township man has withdrawn a guilty
Doctors’ foundation donates $1 million to hospital
YOUNGSTOWN — Forum Health Northside Medical Center has received a $1 million cash gift from the
Man shot, won’t name shooter
YOUNGSTOWN — Jabbar Spires, 32, of Fairgreen Avenue was shot in the knee with a handgun after
Second Harvest kicks off food drive
YOUNGSTOWN — Hunger in the Mahoning Valley is a real and growing problem say officials of Second
Two men hold Check N Go worker at gunpoint
AUSTINTOWN — A woman was held at gunpoint inside Check N Go on Raccoon Road after two men entered
U.S. Rep. Ryan presents YSU with $1.6M for manufacturing center
YOUNGSTOWN — U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan today delivered a $1.6 million federal direct appropriation to
Free dinner for the needy served Sunday at Nevel’s Temple
YOUNGSTOWN — A free dinner for the needy and their families will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Nevels
Power outage reported in Boardman this morning
BOARDMAN — An equipment failure caused a power outage early today for 1,500 residents north of
Call today to see about becoming a substitute teacher in Pa.
GROVE CITY, Pa. — Adults with a bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or
Pavlik fight parking can be free, or relatively inexpensive — for a sporting event
YOUNGSTOWN — If you come early enough to Satuday’s boxing card at the Chevrolet Centre or are
Niles schools schedule public meeting on building project
NILES — Niles City school board will hold a community meeting at 6 p.m. Feb. 26 at Niles McKinley
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
CLUBS • The Antique Tractor Club of Trumbull County will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Ali Baba
Woman charged with contacting 15-year-old
GROVE CITY, Pa. — A woman who police say had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old boy faces a new charge.
Niles may see levy, as superintendent is granted raise
NILES — The treasurer of the city school district warned that the district could face a 12-mill levy this year.
Go ahead, shoot me, she said, and the men ran away
YOUNGSTOWN — A 20-year-old Campbell woman who was getting a DVD
Former pastor Giffin faces 6 rape charges
The former Cornersburg clergyman used his authority to take advantage of the woman, a
Penguins suffer 14th loss in row
YSU played better offensively in a 70-62 loss to Detroit. YOUNGSTOWN — They say that records are
Juvenile Judge Dellick orders 5% pay cuts
A staff pay cut is better than fewer jobs, less service, Judge Theresa Dellick rules.
Phantoms cruise past Motor City in 3-1 victory
Mahoning Valley improved to 12-1 at the Chevrolet Centre. YOUNGSTOWN — Cody Ganchar’s second
YSU favors site for $10M sports facility
A tentative timetable shows the center under construction in mid-2010. YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown
Irish steal show in the first half
WARREN — At one point in the second quarter it looked like the Ursuline High girls basketball team
‘Millionaire’ player reveals final answer
It’s no longer a secret. The Valley now knows how much the Poland High debate coach won on the
United wins ITCL title, edging Rebels, 55-54
CRESTVIEW — For United coach Roger Zeigler a split second felt like an eternity. Trailing 55-54
Girls basketball teams open tournament play
Federal League rivals Boardman and North Canton Hoover have played each other nine straight years at
NEOUCOM gets $5M grant for schizophrenia center
ROOTSTOWN — A $5 million grant from The Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation will enable the
Canfield swim coach needs more gas in her tank
Canfield High swim coach Andrea Linnelli will be making two trips to the district swim meet at
Pulling together, African style
Eagle Heights pupils learn Harambee moves, mantra Serena Reed and Neighai Lively jumped at the
Trash talk absent during Thursday's face-to-face
Kelly Pavlik’s trainer, Jack Loew, was looking for a sombrero.
Woman repeatedly rammed man's car, witnesses say
YOUNGSTOWN — A woman who witnesses said used her van to chase and repeatedly ram a car is due in municipal court today.
Couple found in Missouri
Parents of woman, 20, feared for her safety NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A 20-year-old developmentally
Tips help ensure sparkle on stainless steel appliances
Dear Heloise: How do I get streaks off stainless-steel appliances? I have bought two brands of
Give the stepmother a chance
Dear Annie: Twelve years ago my dad had an affair with “Linda,” a woman who worked in his office. At
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Feb. 15 Menacing:
Mixing up your play on the flop
In this continuing series on small ball poker, we’ll now look at a quick guideline on how to
“We in Kyrgyzstan do not need anybody else’s base. We have always advocated a union with
Opinion: “We in Kyrgyzstan do not need anybody else’s base. We have always advocated a union with Russia.”
don’t waste your money
don’t waste your money Watching a movie at your local cinema isn’t cheap. Admission is more than
Debt iceberg looms large for Obama
Opinion: Barack Obama signed the stimulus bill Tuesday, so when does he make good on his promise to hold a
Think ‘Fired Up’ is hot? Guess again
I didn’t half-mind “Fired Up,” but half a mind is more than it deserves. It’s “Wedding Crashers”
As uninsured drivers grow, a crackdown is needed
Editorial: As uninsured drivers grow, a crackdown is needed An Associated Press story reports that one of the
Pavlik battled his way to top
Fight No. 1 DATE: JUNE 16, 2000 SITE: FANTASY SPRINGS CASINO, INDIO, CALIF. RESULT: PAVLIK
Washington can change
Opinion: Everyone’s for bipartisanship. Everyone’s for freedom, security and happiness, too — until we get
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Girard school board, special meeting and work session, 10 a.m., board offices,
Russia is reasserting itself in Asia
Opinion: America’s competitors and adversaries are certainly not greeting President Obama with open arms.
Stars: Stunts, cheering were hard
“Fired Up” is “‘Wedding Crashers’ meets ‘Bring It On,’” jokes star Eric Christian Olsen. A comic
East-West vulnerable. North deals.
East-West vulnerable. North deals. NORTH xA J 10 6 uK 2 v9 5 4 wA K Q J WEST EAST xK 8
Ohio must not let Medicaid reform stall
Opinion: At a time when our state budget faces painful cuts, Ohio policymakers are overlooking hundreds of
Chimp’s unusual bond with owner likely triggered attack, experts say
STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) — Travis the chimpanzee’s relationship with his owner was closer than those of
Roland Burris should resign
Roland Burris should resign Dallas Morning News: Maybe it’s because we’re not from Illinois and
Today is Friday, Feb. 20, the 51st day of 2009. There are 314 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Feb. 20, the 51st day of 2009. There are 314 days left in the year. On this date in
Surplus food
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, various commodities, 10 to 11
A salute to
A salute to The Champ “Kelly Pavlik — this is your life.” That’s the sense you could get
How long will Dow keep its weakest stocks?
NEW YORK (AP) — Some dogs of the Dow have lost their bite. If prices for the three cheapest stocks
“Mistresses” (8 p.m., BBC America): Not-so-desperate wives cheat. Some have fun; others
“Mistresses” (8 p.m., BBC America): Not-so-desperate wives cheat. Some have fun; others don’t.
Number receiving jobless benefits nears 5M
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of laid-off workers receiving unemployment benefits has jumped to an
“Kelly Pavlik — this is your life.”
“Kelly Pavlik — this is your life.” That’s the sense you could get from this special section
Unemployed hit with bank fees on benefits
First, Arthur Santa-Maria called Bank of America to ask how to check the balance of his new
Dow finish is lowest in 6 years
NEW YORK (AP) — An important psychological barrier gave way on Wall Street on Thursday as the Dow
REGION
REGION Gorant Candies closing its Market Street store BOARDMAN — Gorant Candies is closing its
LEARNING THE STEPS: Eagle Heights Academy pupil Chantaz Brown, 14, and Syrai Seabrook, 5, learn an
LEARNING THE STEPS: Eagle Heights Academy pupil Chantaz Brown, 14, and Syrai Seabrook, 5, learn an
Preserve the secret ballot in union certification elections
Opinion: Preserve the secret ballot in union certification elections EDITOR: I am the president of
Ohio food giveaway aids families of jobless workers
WILMINGTON, Ohio (AP) — Semitrailers loaded with donated food, soap and other much-needed supplies
TRUMBULL COUNTY Indictments
These people were indicted by a Trumbull County grand jury and will be arraigned by Judge John M.
Wednesday’s Games
Wednesday’s Games Cleveland 93, Toronto 76 Charlotte 103, Indiana 94 Denver 101, Philadelphia
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Frank J. Warren, 54, of 1966 Medford Ave., Youngstown, and
NBA STANDINGS
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Boston4411.800—8-2W-224-420-
In the movies, the horror genre covers a surprisingly wide range of moods. At one extreme, you have
In the movies, the horror genre covers a surprisingly wide range of moods. At one extreme, you have
Party Spots
Party Spots With all the hubbub surrounding Saturday’s fight, you can bet parties will be
Ohioans bounced from ‘American Idol’
Ohioans bounced from ‘American Idol’ LOS ANGELES — Ohio’s two semifinalists on “American Idol”
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 7th—Armbro Deck 4.60 2.80 2.20 Sam’s Delight 2.60 2.60 A J
Newton Falls woman hurt in Feb. 8 car accident dies
LORDSTOWN — A Newton Falls woman died from her injuries Saturday from a single-car accident Feb. 8
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Ohio Glaciers — is seeking players for its 10-under team. For practice information, call:
CDC: 25% in U.S. get food poisoning each year
ATLANTA (AP) — Next time you have a case of diarrhea that lasts a day or more, chances are better
Roush promotes propane power for cars
His company is working on electric and hydrogen power projects for the future. If Jack Roush
Mental health officials eager for stimulus aid
YOUNGSTOWN — Local mental health officials hope that ample federal stimulus package money will find
Wednesday’s story on the Niles stimulus projects quoted Mark Hess, the city’s grants and
Wednesday’s story on the Niles stimulus projects quoted Mark Hess, the city’s grants and development
Healthy Tiger to return at Match Play
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Eight months after winning the U.S. Open on one good leg, a healthy Tiger Woods
Petty team encouraged by results at Daytona
Richard Petty, NASCAR’s winningest driver, endured a winter of turmoil. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) —
Panthers slap Peppers with franchise tag
Julius Peppers was slapped with the franchise player tag by Carolina on Thursday, making it more
PAVLIK’S PATH Fight history
Fight No. 2 PAVLIK (1-0, 1 KO) VS. NELSON HERNANDEZ (2-32-1) Date: Aug. 5, 2000 Site: Alliant
Pavlik vs. Cox?
Michael “Struthers’ Own” Cox is like any Team Pavlik member — a friend to Kelly Pavlik and to the
Volunteer agency changes name
Affiliation with HandsOn will have a positive impact on the Mahoning Valley, its director says.
Shaq, other big names staying where they are
The only top contender to make an upgrade was Orlando, which landed Rafer Alston from Houston.
Rep. Gerberry seeks clarity in sheriff requirement law
An associate degree would be needed to be a sheriff candidate in Ohio. YOUNGSTOWN — The
PRIMARY ELECTION | Candidates and issues
Candidates running in the May 5 primary election and issues on that ballot had to file with their
Bellamy challenges Williams for mayor
No Republicans filed in Mahoning County. Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams has only one opponent in
Obama treads lightly on trade issue while in Canada
OTTAWA, Canada — President Barack Obama offered the nation’s largest trading partner assurances
Committee formed for Weathersfield issues
MINERAL RIDGE — The committee formed to get voters to approve Weathersfield school district’s
Woman to be arraigned on assault charges
Reports don’t show motive for the ramming. YOUNGSTOWN — A woman who witnesses said used her van
Woman faces more charges in sex case
GROVE CITY, Pa. — A woman who police say had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old boy faces a
Brookfield board plans revisions to policies
BROOKFIELD — School board members are looking to revise board policies that could give residents
Mahoning Co. denies Canfield annexation
A developer had inquired about building condos on the farmland. YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning
Niles schools treasurer warns of possible levy
NILES — The treasurer of the city school district warned that the district could face a 12-mill levy
Ex-firefighter sentenced to counseling for anger
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who lost his job as a city firefighter when an arson charge was filed against him
COLLEGE BASKETBALL
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Thursday’s scores MEN EAST Long Island U. 85, St. Francis, Pa. 71
The gloves stay on
Both camps were on their best behavior when they met face-to-face Thursday Kelly Pavlik’s
Poster contest
Poster contest Winner gets 2 tickets kTeam Pavlik is encouraging city residents to be creative.
Two sites + two fights = one big night
Kelly Pavlik’s bout is the only local fight on Saturday’s pay-per-view broadcast. YOUNGSTOWN
LATE WEDNESDAY NBA SUMMARIES
LATE WEDNESDAY NBA SUMMARIES Hornets 117, Magic 85 ORLANDO (85)—Turkoglu 2-10 1-2 7, Lewis 6-14
Canfield man indicted in body dragging
Authorities found the victim two blocks from a South Side McDonald’s restaurant. YOUNGSTOWN —
Where to watch
Where to watch Parties and viewing Here is a list of establishments planning to show the title
Fans of all ages cheer Kelly on at prefight press conference
YOUNGSTOWN — Not even a light snowfall and the cold from the hockey rink could keep Kelly Pavlik
Wood brings Indians relief
GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — During their closer’s search, the Cleveland Indians analyzed phone book-thick
Get set for frenzied festivities before, during and after the fight
Where there’s a big event, there are big parties. This weekend, Youngstown will host one of the
Support for Burris wavers
Support for Burris wavers CHICAGO — A group of black ministers who supported U.S. Sen. Roland
Sites to view fights abound in Valley
YOUNGSTOWN — Tickets for Saturday’s fight might be hard to find, but viewing the bout is easy.
For Beavers, 19th game’s the charm
EAST LIVERPOOL — The Beaver Local High basketball team finally broke into the win column Thursday
Girls basketball Roundup \ Thursday’s other games
Chaney 58, Mooney 57 YOUNGSTOWN — Laniece McRae, a 6-foot sophomore, sank a 3-point goal at the
The county health board has lost 11 staff members since late 2007, six by layoff, and five by
The county health board has lost 11 staff members since late 2007, six by layoff, and five by
Bodrick’s legacy is versatility
What is one of the best ways to conduct a test to determine how good a basketball player really is?
2 charged after chase
2 charged after chase CAMPBELL — Two Youngstown brothers, ages 16 and 17, were arrested by
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Erica Carson and Randy Reese, Youngstown, twins: boy and girl,
Battle for U.S. Senate seat gets interesting
Opinion: As it stands today, the March 2010 Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate would pit two of the
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