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Trial dates set for two men charged with raping children
YOUNGSTOWN — Two suspects facing potential life prison terms if they’re convicted of charges that
Mahoning Co. prosecutor lays off three staffers
YOUNGSTOWN — Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains has laid off two part-time assistant
Niles man faces rape and kidnapping charges
WARREN — A 48-year-old Niles faces rape and kidnapping charges for allegedly committing the same
Waste committee concerned about proposed Smith Township plant
YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Solid Waste Policy Committee has some concerns about a proposed
Agency on Aging 11 considering moving from downtown
YOUNGSTOWN — An agency that provides services and assistance to about 144,000 seniors is considering
Cortland man lands state job for work force development in NEO
COLUMBUS — A Cortland man has been appointed regional work force director of the Ohio Department of
Monster truck show fourth sell-out event at Chevy Centre
YOUNGSTOWN — A monster truck show Saturday at the Chevrolet Centre was the fourth sell-out show at
Cobalt sales rise in February
The sales slump for General Motors Corp. is continuing. GM reported today that its overall sales
Late summer occupancy seen for downtown apartments
YOUNGSTOWN — Work on an $8.4 million downtown upscale apartment complex should be done by mid- to
Public auction of stolen goods set for March 14 in Boardman
BOARDMAN — There will be a public auction for stolen goods recovered by police at 10 a.m. March 14
Ohio House approves plan to pay cash bonuses to Mideast war vets
COLUMBUS (AP) — The Ohio House has approved a plan to pay cash bonuses to veterans of the Persian
Ford reports weak sales; GM figures expected later
Ford reports weak sales; GM figures expected later
Mahoning Valley unemployment rates climb
Unemployment rates in the Mahoning Valley soared in January as employers big and small cut jobs.
AAA Niles will have travel open house
NILES — AAA East Central, Trumbull County Branch, located at 937 Youngstown Warren Road, will host
Warriors Inc. sets community events
YOUNGSTOWN — Warriors Inc. invites community residents to join the organization’s chess club and to
April 4 chosen as date for Engle, Toot wedding rite
SALEM — The engagement of Jami Engle and Joshua Toot, both of 1335 Quail Court, Boardman, and plans
Speaker scheduled
Speaker scheduled AUSTINTOWN — St. Joseph and Immaculate Heart of Mary Home and Schools will
REUNIONS | Former classmates plan to meet
• Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1944 invites members and their spouses to lunch at 12:30
Delphi axes 200 jobs, vows to forge ahead
WARREN — Delphi Packard Electric is cutting 200 local salaried jobs because it doesn’t see vehicle
Hockey lawsuit appears to be settled
The city would pay $45,000 to the parent company of the former SteelHounds. YOUNGSTOWN — The
$3.3M deficit looms for city
Youngstown facesSFlbas many as 60 layoffs YOUNGSTOWN — A combination of increased costs and
Howland rallied in the second half, but Struthers prevailed in the Division II opener.
Howland rallied in the second half, but Struthers prevailed in the Division II opener.
Pupils dress to define words
Read Across America Day marks Dr. Seuss’ birthday. POLAND — Fourth-grader Michael Mastoris
11-year-old suspect in killing moved to facility in Erie
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Since being charged with criminal homicide, 11-year-old Jordan Brown has been in
Schiavoni enjoys his role with Team Pavlik
BOARDMAN — As a youngster Lou Schiavoni was an aspiring amateur boxer who wanted to make a splash on
Vienna woman disputes $53,000 sewer-line bill
Officials say state law gives them no latitude in what they must do. WARREN — A Vienna woman
Guilty in theft from school
Beeson either sold or used the computers and parts valued at $70,000, an assistant prosecutor
WRTA board covers broad area
YOUNGSTOWN — The new Western Reserve Transit Authority board members should start their terms with
City Health District has no cash to fill positions
Altman is temporarily heading two divisions that lost their supervisors. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Phantoms’ Chaney, Bartus named players of the week
BOARDMAN — Following a sweep of the Motor City Machine last weekend, the Mahoning Valley Phantoms
Essroc closing; layoffs coming
BESSEMER, Pa. — Essroc’s cement plant here is being idled and may be closed for good. Employees
Hubbard council considering cuts in spending, personnel
Council is still considering the proposed budget. HUBBARD — City council gave first reading to
Indians’ pitcher Westbrook seeks happy anniversary
He wants to be back on the mound one year after ligament surgery. GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Jake
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brent H. Terry, 38, of Diamond, and Anna Maria French, 34, of
Warren man pleads guilty to gun charge
The defendant was free on bond from the first incident when he was implicated in a Howland homicide.
Ursuline gets needed win
SALEM — After opening the season with five straight wins, the Ursuline High boys basketball team
“By providing humanitarian aid to Gaza we also aim to foster conditions in which a Palestinian
Opinion: “By providing humanitarian aid to Gaza we also aim to foster conditions in which a Palestinian state
Sheriff’s deputies pave way for across-the-board cuts
Editorial: Sheriff’s deputies in Mahoning County have earned the public’s goodwill for agreeing to wage
Competition under attack
Opinion: ALEXANDRIA, Va. — President Obama’s speech to Congress last Tuesday made it clear that he sees a
Superior Beverage files lawsuit
The lawsuit asks for injunctive relief and damages. YOUNGSTOWN — Superior Beverage Group of
400 jobs will be cut at Timken
CLEVELAND (AP) — Bearings and specialty steels maker Timken Co. said Monday it will cut 400 salaried
Liberty woman pleads no contest
WARREN — A Liberty woman has pleaded no contest to attempted telecommunications fraud, a
“Reaper” (8 p.m., The CW): Don’t fear the “Reaper.” The offbeat
“Reaper” (8 p.m., The CW): Don’t fear the “Reaper.” The offbeat dramedy launches its second season
$210,000 added to price tag for $33M East High
The company had originally requested $455,000 in additional compensation. YOUNGSTOWN — The
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown.
A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown. CANFIELD CITY Feb. 19
UAW, Ford agree to more concessions
DETROIT (AP) — Hourly workers at two more Ford Motor Co. plants have approved contract concessions
Send more U.S. college students abroad
Opinion: Here is a plan that could do wonders to increase U.S. competitiveness in global markets and improve
U.S. plans military exercises with S. Korea
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The U.S. military said today it will push ahead with plans to hold joint
Government loans AIG an additional $30B
WASHINGTON (AP) — The government on Monday unveiled a revamped rescue package to insurance giant
Obama’s plan will benefit all workers
Opinion: WASHINGTON — With the U.S. economy’s downward spiral still accelerating and the federal government
Mexicans dying in America’s war on drugs
Opinion: SANTA ANA, Calif, — When it comes to foreign affairs, Americans are used to debating progress or
Unwanted Milestone
Dow falls to lowest level in 11 years NEW YORK (AP) — Investors’ despair about financial
Diocese closing school in neighboring Stark Co.
YOUNGSTOWN — The Diocese of Youngstown is losing another elementary school, this one in neighboring
‘Chemical Ali’ sentenced to death — again
BAGHDAD — It’s a sentence that Saddam Hussein’s notorious cousin, known as “Chemical Ali,” is used
Tobacco ban in court
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A state ban on smoking in most workplaces has taken much of the fire — but not the
Obama releases secret Bush anti-terror memos
The new president continues his housecleaning of controversial Bush administration policies.
Tigers’ defense ousts Girard
HOWLAND — The top-seeded Newton Falls High boys basketball team started things off in style Monday,
‘We’re probably in a depression now’
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Depression doesn’t have to be Great — bread lines, rampant unemployment, a
University students on break help others
Some students will use the time off from classes helping improve the lives of others. SLIPPERY
34,000 concealed-carry permits issued last year
Trumbull had more applications than Mahoning or Columbiana counties. COLUMBUS — County
WASHINGTON (AP) — The CIA destroyed nearly 100 videotapes of interrogations and other U.S.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The CIA destroyed nearly 100 videotapes of interrogations and other U.S. treatment
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Girard Civil Service Commission, 4 p.m., conference room, mayor’s office, city
James leads Cavaliers comeback over Heat
LeBron scored 42 as Cleveland beat Miami 107-100. MIAMI (AP) — LeBron James watched Dwyane Wade
Ogilvy getting his due
MARANA, Ariz. (AP) — Even when the desert sun pushed temperatures into the 90s, Geoff Ogilvy was as
The show must go on
Opinion: The show must go on EDITOR: “There’s no business like show business,” and salvaging a 50-year-
Today is Tuesday, March 3, the 62nd day of 2009. There are 303 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Tuesday, March 3, the 62nd day of 2009. There are 303 days left in the year. On this date
McClatchy Newspapers
WASHINGTON — In the waning days of the Bush administration, the Justice Department renounced some of
Shuttle flight delays O.K.
Florida Today, Melbourne: NASA managers continue huddling on when to launch Discovery on the first
Falls council halts weapons-trade talk
NEWTON FALLS — City council voted to eliminate council discussion of recent weapon trades by the
Search narrows for NFL players
A marine safety consultant said chances of finding the men alive diminish after three days.
PARADE: In top photo, Michael Mastoris demonstrates his word, “bodacious.” At left,
PARADE: In top photo, Michael Mastoris demonstrates his word, “bodacious.” At left, Anthony Lefore
Track unveils Diamond League series
BRUSSELS (AP) — Track and field is launching a Diamond League for 2010, a series of at least 12
POPULAR DISPLAY: The new store continues the tradition of hanging meats and cheeses for prospective
POPULAR DISPLAY: The new store continues the tradition of hanging meats and cheeses for prospective
Broadcaster had distinctive style
CHICAGO — Paul Harvey’s career — his whole life, really — was packed with the sort of surprises,
Chiefs not talking about lopsided deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Scott Pioli pulled off a big deal in his first major act as Kansas City’s
Def Leppard readies for its summer tour
NEW YORK — Def Leppard has become a fixture on the touring circuit over the past few summers, and
University officials to forgo raises, donate to student aid
DAYTON (AP) — Top administrators at Wright State University will give up raises this year and
‘Watchmen’ to hit theaters – finally
The clock is ticking on “Watchmen” — finally opening in theaters Friday after more than 20 years of
Kurt Warner visits 49ers
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Kurt Warner is being courted by an eager division rival of the Arizona
President Obama caving in to earmark spending
WASHINGTON (AP) — Despite campaign promises to take a machete to lawmakers’ pet projects, President
Storm dumps heavy snow on East Coast
NEW YORK (AP) — A ferocious storm packing freezing rain, heavy snow and furious wind gusts paralyzed
Lawmakers try to keep gun permits confidential
Lawmakers in seven states are pushing to give confidentiality to people who have obtained permits to
Business news digest
NATION Interest rates rise NEW YORK — The average annual interest rates charged on most popular
Clinton pursues Mideast peace
SHARM EL-SHEIK, Egypt (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Monday that Israel
TODAY
TODAY 8 a.m. (GC) Golf: Moonah Classic. Noon (FSN Ohio) (FSN Pitt) English League Soccer. Noon
Northfield Results
Northfield Results monday 1st—Robbie (Mc Kirgan)8.004.602.80 Sweet Potatoe (Conger)4.603.00
Drug ineffective against flu strain
“We know that it keeps mutating, and that is why it is still around. It manages to figure out ways
Pretrial hearing set for former officer
NEWTON FALLS — A pretrial hearing is set for 9 a.m. March 31 in municipal court here for Thomas
Vizquel gets fans cheering again
GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Omar Vizquel hasn’t worn an Indians uniform in five years, yet he’s still wildly
Iraq Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: One of Iran’s most powerful political and religious figures —
Cold cases reopened after bodies discovered
hCold cases reopened after bodies discovered ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — In the desert outside
MONDAY LOTTERIES
MONDAY LOTTERIES OHIO Monday night: Pick 3, 9-7-9 (white ball) Pick 4, 7-8-2-9 Classic
East overcame a slight halftime deficit to pull away from Perry 64-48 in a sectional semifinal.
East overcame a slight halftime deficit to pull away from Perry 64-48 in a sectional semifinal.
How ‘Watchmen’ started
DC Comics’ “Watchmen” was first published as a 12-issue miniseries in 1986 and ’87. It was collected
John Legend going back to school — for a day
John Legend going back to school — for a day PHILADELPHIA — John Legend is going back to school.
Slow start doesn’t hurt Leetonia
The Bears toppled Heritage Christian, but Southern lost to East Canton in Div. IV. STRUTHERS —
Sunday’s Games
Sunday’s Games Detroit 105, Boston 95 Phoenix 118, L.A. Lakers 111 New Orleans 99, New Jersey
E. Liverpool advances with 53-42 victory
ST. CLAIRSVILLE — Da’Neil Prentice scored 18 points and East Liverpool used a big third-quarter to
Passenger held after traffic stop
BOARDMAN — A traffic stop led to the car’s passenger being arrested on warrants from several
McClatchy Tribune
McClatchy Tribune Broadcasting legend: Radio commentator Paul Harvey died Saturday at age 90.
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace John and Hayley Ciavarella, Boardman, girl, Feb. 22. Forum
AKC Fun Match planned
AKC Fun Match planned NORTH JACKSON — The fifth annual Conformation Fun Match competition for AKC
Throngs jam Boardman grocery on first day
Mary London pushed her shopping cart around the new Rulli Bros. grocery store in Boardman in
Grenga Machine seizure delayed
YOUNGSTOWN — The 7th District Court of Appeals has granted a temporary stay of the city’s seizure
Mother-in-law: lifesaver with an iron thumb
Dear Annie: My husband and I are newlyweds living with my mother-in-law and it’s driving us crazy.
Coupons can be found in many places
Dear Heloise: Even during difficult economic times, there are many ways to save a lot of money,
Some states fight stimulus
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — For small-government die-hards, the $787 billion economic stimulus bill
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