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Superintendents like governor’s plans, but question funding
YOUNGSTOWN — Local public school superintendents like Gov. Ted Strickland’s plan to fund all-day
Experts to discus farmland preservation
HIRAM — Conservation experts from Western Reserve Land Conservancy will talk to farmers and others
Pupils reveal write stuff
HOWLAND — Naraya Subramanian, an eighth-grader from St. Charles School, Boardman, was anything but
Cub Scouts warm up to Freeze-Out
CANFIELD — Before moving to their next activity, numerous Cub Scouts wanted to tie up a few loose
Dough to be raised at Easter Seals benefit
Dough to be raised at Easter Seals benefit BOARDMAN — On March 2, The Great Harvest Bread Company,
Campbell puts distance between itself and N. Falls
The Red Devils stayed unbeaten in the Blue Tier, while the Tigers lost for only the second time in
Massillon Jackson plays tough in win over Fitch
The Falcons (2-12, 0-6 Federal) trailed by seven, then found themselves behind at halftime, 30-17.
Phantoms seize the lead over Alpena, never let go
ALPENA, Mich. — The Mahoning Valley Phantoms got up early and never relented, matching their season-
Lily Tomlin: a stand-up performer
Over the past 40 years, Lily Tomlin’s career has ventured into a wide range of media, including
Ohio lawmakers want stimulus to follow ‘Buy American’ rules
Copies of the letter went to the president and members of the House. COLUMBUS — The leaders of
Dann’s recent outlays: $130K
Campaign finance reports were released Friday for a variety of candidates. Ex-Attorney General
WRTA keeps its promise, restores night, Sat. service
The transit service, boosted by two federal grants, is welcoming back eight employees.
Puzzle contest lets spirits soar
Beeghly Oaks residents teamed up for a bit of friendly competition, laughs and plenty of memories.
Pupils get a jump on fundraising
Stadium Drive pupils raised more than $3,000 through the event.
Boardman grabs Federal League victory
BOARDMAN — J.T. Moore and Ryan Pesta each had 17 points as the Boardman High basketball team turned
Kasich: Ohio needs a change
Kasich will make a final decision on his bid for governor later in the year. NILES — Ex-U.S.
9 charged with heroin sales in Mah-Tmb-Ashtabula
A Trumbull-Ashtabula task force made eight arrests on charges of trafficking in or possessing
United girls roll easily past Mineral Ridge
HANOVERTON — Ruth Prosko scored 18 points to lead the United High girls basketball team, which
Beaver schools chief: Levy won’t bring new taxes
ROGERS — Sandi DiBacco, superintendent of the Beaver Local School District, wants to stress this
Boardman trustees give 1st reading to levy renewals
The renewal levies are expected to appear on the May ballot. BOARDMAN — The township has begun
Pupils get a jump on fundraising
Stadium Drive pupils raised more than $3,000 through the event. BOARDMAN — Tyler Dietz, 9, was
Devils streak past Penguins 4-3 for eighth win in row
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Jamie Langenbrunner tied it late in regulation and scored with a minute left in
LeBeau’s senior moment: Coordinator garners praise
Pittsburgh safety Ryan Clark called the 71-year-old assistant “the best football coach I’ve ever
Cavaliers remain unbeaten at home
CLEVELAND (AP) — With their big man back, the Cleveland Cavaliers looked much more like one of the
Novelist’s mention upsets university
Novelist’s mention upsets university PITTSBURGH — Officials at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh
Being lonely may be the result of a rash decision
Dear Annie: Seven years ago, I left my marriage of 22 years to be with someone I still absolutely
Bacteria carried by pets may make their owners ill
Dear Readers: Here are some favorite pet hints: • Did you know that illnesses caused by bacteria
Adult Night at the Races will benefit animals
The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay PURR-FECTLY CONTENT: Among the cats now available for adoption at
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Walter and Amanda Mead, Struthers, triplet boys, Jan.
Clipper-crushing win led by Todd Kibby’s 22
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Todd Kibby’s 22 points on Friday led the Springfield High boys basketball team to a
Salem, Hubbard secure White Division victories
SALEM — The Salem High boys basketball team defeated Lakeview, 48-38, Friday to move into first
FRIDAY’S RESULTS
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Ursuline at Warren JFK, ppd Warren Harding at
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Harold L. Rivera, 46, of 2215 Logan Ave., Youngstown, and
Pakistan warns Obama
Pakistan warns Obama DAVOS, Switzerland — Pakistan’s prime minister warned President Barack Obama
Man accused of using van in assault
YOUNGSTOWN — A local man is being held in Mahoning County Jail, charged with assault after police
Lottery honors senior
HUBBARD — A Hubbard High School senior has received special recognition from the Ohio Lottery.
Moderate is GOP’s first black chairman
Steele vowed Republicans no longer would cede most of the Northeast, the Midwest and other regions.
East’s streak just got sweeter
The Panthers beat Mooney for their 4th straight win and earned a trip to Charlie Staples Bar-B-Q.
ANOTHER WHITEOUT: Continuing snowfall on Friday nearly obscured this person walking along Marmion
ANOTHER WHITEOUT: Continuing snowfall on Friday nearly obscured this person walking along Marmion
Thursday’s Games
Thursday’s Games Orlando 99, Cleveland 88 San Antonio 114, Phoenix 104 Friday’s Games
YSU BASKETBALL PREVIEWS \ Today’s games
WOMEN’S TEAM Who: YSU (2-17, 0-8) vs. Loyola (5-13, 0-8)SFlbWhen: 4:35 p.m. at Beeghly Center
U. of Akron ad to run during Super Bowl
AKRON — For the 11th consecutive year, the University of Akron will be showcased to viewers watching
Northfield Results
Northfield Results friday 1st—Baby B (Merriman)5.003.002.20 Timecando (Wengerd)3.603.00
Man accused of beating mom — a KSU professor
KENT — The 18-year-old son of popular Kent State University professor Gertrude “Trudy” Steuernagel
Taggart building to go up for auction
A previous deal for the sale of the property has fallen through. EAST PALESTINE — The building
Man gets 20-40 years for Elks Club shooting
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — A Philadelphia man was sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for a shooting at the
9-year term in sex case
9-year term in sex case WARREN — William M. Cvetkovich, 67, of Hancock Street, Girard, was
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Indictments
A Columbiana County grand jury recently issued indictments against these people: William J. Tyson,
SirViBear cancer-awareness program to begin
AUSTINTOWN — The SirViBear Cancer Survivorship Awareness Program will begin Feb. 7 when the
Shawn Maddox and Dan Prem, both of Canton and workers for Archer Signs, put a new electronic sign in
Shawn Maddox and Dan Prem, both of Canton and workers for Archer Signs, put a new electronic sign in
GAMES CANCELED Friday
GAMES CANCELED Friday The following boys basketball games were postponed Friday, with makeup
CAMPAIGN FINANCE
CAMPAIGN FINANCE Annual reports Those with active political campaign funds who didn’t run for
the TIMBERLANES
the TIMBERLANES A look back Important dates for the Timberlanes restaurant, catering and hotel
Woman gets 4 years’ probation for low-speed chase that injured 2
The car traveled erratically at 2 to 5 mph down East Market Street. WARREN — A city woman who
Timberlanes will be missed, customers say
Everyone went to the Timberlanes, local people recalled. SALEM — Mayor Jerry Wolford said he
JUMPING FOR A CAUSE: Kaylee Sorviolo counts how many times Lenniya Whitfield jumps rope. Both girls
JUMPING FOR A CAUSE: Kaylee Sorviolo counts how many times Lenniya Whitfield jumps rope. Both girls
RAH RAH RAH: Team cheerleaders Claude Moffett, left, and Rosie DeCerbo showed spirited support for
RAH RAH RAH: Team cheerleaders Claude Moffett, left, and Rosie DeCerbo showed spirited support for
The Western Reserve Transit Authority is restoring night and Saturday service on Monday, as well as
The Western Reserve Transit Authority is restoring night and Saturday service on Monday, as well as
TODAY
TODAY 3:30 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: Australian Open women’s final. 8:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: Dubai Desert
Local topics on TV Sunday program
“Community Connection” (6:30 a.m., WFMJ-21): “Community Connection” will spend February recognizing
‘African-American Read-In’ will promote literacy
‘African-American Read-In’ will promote literacy BOARDMAN — Youngstown city schools, in
Opossums: a guide to survival
A few years ago on a cold winter night, Daisy, my yellow Lab, and I took a walk in the woods after a
If you go
if you go Who: Lily Tomlin When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Palace Theatre in Cleveland; and 8
Penn State Shenango finishes renovation to campus auditorium
SHARON, Pa. — Penn State Shenango has completed the renovation of its campus auditorium, Phase One
Fishing is good at Berlin, Mosquito
The temperature is too cold for the word to spread like wildfire, but those who are in the know are
Region
Region Lake Milton archery LAKE MILTON — The Lake Milton Fish & Game Club has released its 2009
KINDERGARTEn
KINDERGARTEn Registration Schools are beginning to register children for kindergarten for the
Here is information on a number of college scholarship opportunities, both general and targeting
Here is information on a number of college scholarship opportunities, both general and targeting
YSU events Black History Month
Youngstown State University’s Africana Studies Program has announced events to mark Black History
’71 Mooney grad gets Distinguished Alumni Award
The recipient has been extremely active in the field of Catholic education. YOUNGSTOWN — Marilyn
Women’s top 25 \ Friday’s games
No. 19 Virginia 89, No. 8 Maryland 81 CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Lyndra Littles scored 30 points,
Witness: Couple appeared happy after toddler’s death
GALVESTON, Texas (AP) — A couple accused of beating to death the woman’s 2-year-old girl appeared
Boy, 7, shot to death
CINCINNATI (AP) — Police in Cincinnati say a 7-year-old boy has died at his home after being shot,
14 area educators earn Master Teacher honor
The program recognizes those who go above and beyond district expectations. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Butler spurts past Valparaiso
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Gordon Hayward scored 18 points, Willie Veasley had 13 and No. 13 Butler needed
Probe launched in peanut recall
At least eight people may have died because of the salmonella outbreak. WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal
Grimm’s O-Line gets biggest test
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — “Almost” is the story of Russ Grimm’s life, from a coaching job he coveted to the
Life after ice storm gets worse in spots
MARION, Ky. (AP) — In some parts of rural Kentucky, they’re getting water the old-fashioned way —
Severstal Warren is set to lay off more employees
Local workers had been processing steel slabs made at another mill. WARREN — Layoffs are
Birth of octuplets gives rise to debate
The woman had embryos implanted last year, a relative said. WHITTIER, Calif. (AP) — How in the
Exxon Mobil Corp. reports a record profit of $45.2B for 2008
The oil giant broke its own record by nearly $5 billion. HOUSTON (AP) — Exxon Mobil Corp. on
Combat doctors to use acupuncture
WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Warrant Officer James Brad Smith broke five ribs, punctured a lung and
Bonuses are no luxury for some on Wall Street
NEW YORK (AP) — To President Barack Obama, Wall Street’s $18.4 billion in bonuses is “shameful.” To
sunday news shows
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week” — Sen. Jim DeMint, R-S.C., and Rep.
Sampras expects Federer to snap mark
Roger Federer needs one more Grand Slam victory to tie Sampras’ record of 14; he’ll get his chance
Don’t panic about your 401(k) losses
Opinion: NEW YORK — When big public companies slash payroll, no stock seems safe. The current bear market is
Stocks slide further on economy fears
The Dow closed at 8,000.86 after falling 148.15 Friday. NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street ended its
Today is Saturday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2009. There are 334 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Jan. 31, the 31st day of 2009. There are 334 days left in the year. On this date
Official: Shenango mall to be sold
A Chicago company has been appointed to oversee mall operations. HERMITAGE, Pa. — Shenango
Next Mexican ambassador must be high priority
Next Mexican ambassador must be high priority Dallas Morning News: President Barack Obama’s agenda
Obama shuns stale debate on abortion
Opinion: BOSTON — It must be the world’s longest-running game of ideological ping-pong. In 1984, Ronald
Coke to drop ‘Classic’ from its name
NEW YORK (AP) — Neither “New” nor “Classic,” Coke is simply itself again. Two decades after adding
“Super Bowl’s Greatest Commercials” (8 p.m., CBS): Everyone knows that the ads are
“Super Bowl’s Greatest Commercials” (8 p.m., CBS): Everyone knows that the ads are often the best
Number of hungry kids in Ohio remains high
Editorial: As Gov. Ted Strickland was detailing the economic challenges confronting Ohio during his State of
U.S. economic output slides to 25-year low; no relief seen
The fourth quarter was by far the weakest of 2008. WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s cash registers
Greatly heightened security accompanies Iraq elections
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq imposed a nationwide security lockdown Friday before key regional elections with
nba roundup \ Friday’s other games
Pacers 114, Heat 103 INDIANAPOLIS — Mike Dunleavy scored a season-high 30 points, and the Pacers
NFL Playoffs
NFL Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Feb 1st. Super Bowl XLIII Raymond James Stadium-
Veteran legislator offers newbies advice
Opinion: COLUMBUS — Ronald Gerberry has been around for quite a few State of the State speeches. “This
Wrong salt, slag mix keeps roads slick, schools shut
Not enough salt caused problems on Youngstown roads.