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Jackson-Milton wrestlers guaranteed with five on the podium
COLUMBUS — With a crutch under one arm and a noticeable limp in his step, Jackson-Milton High
Federal lawmakers request update on health, safety conditions at Elkton prison in Columbiana Co.
ELKTON — Three legislators have asked the U.S. Department of Justice for an update on conditions of
WRTA officials defend $2.2M in stimulus money for office work
YOUNGSTOWN — Officials with the Western Reserve Transit Authority defend the $2.2 million its
Gambling house operators convicted on misdemeanor gambling charges
WARREN — The three operators of a former gambling house called Treasure Island have pleaded guilty
Warren Steel Holdings expands during recession
WARREN — Warren Steel Holdings, which operates on the former Copperweld Steel complex, is one
Youngstown Division of fugitive task force earns prestigious award
YOUNGSTOWN — Since forming in 2003, the Youngstown Division of the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio
Mahoning, Shenango valley law enforcement agencies get federal stimulus money
Eighteen area law enforcement agencies are eligible to receive about $1.37 million from the federal
Charges won’t be filed against owner of 50-lb. alligator found in Pa. fire site
MOUNT JACKSON, Pa. — No charges will be filed against the owner of a 50-pound alligator firefighters
GM shares rebound after hitting 75-year low
General Motors Corp. shares fell to their lowest point in more than 75 years Friday, as investors fretted that the ailing automaker may be forced to file for bankruptcy protection despite government help.
Emergency porch light bulbs available
YOUNGSTOWN — When 87-year-old Mary Rush of Liberty died on her porch in April 2008, the Rev. Alfred
Youngstown woman wins $172,500 in Mega Millions
CLEVELAND – Three players of an Ohio Lottery on-line game won second-tier prizes including Patricia
U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan gets an ally in Claudia Hoerig extradition case
WARREN — U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan has renewed his efforts to have a former Newton Falls woman returned to
Murder conviction, other crimes bring 35-year sentence
YOUNGSTOWN — A man who was convicted of murdering a 17-year-old girl, wounding another 17-year-old,
Man sentenced over fatal accident
WARREN — A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to three years in prison for driving a car that was
Ohio bars must halt liquor consumption at 2 a.m. this Sunday
COLUMBUS — Superintendent Terry Poole of the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Liquor
Job loss worse than expected, but less than previous two months
WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s unemployment rate bolted to 8.1 percent in February, the highest
Pirogi sale in Campbell
Pirogi sale in Campbell Potato, prune and kraut pirogi will be sold today at St. Joseph the
CLUB CALENDAR | Local organizations plan meetings
ASSOCIATIONS • NARFE Chapter 14, for active and retired federal employees, will have its first
YSU women lose 61-42 to Butler, streak at 18
YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State women’s basketball coach Cindy Martin said the Penguins made a big
Report doubts GM’s viability
General Motors Corp.’s auditors have raised “substantial doubt” about the troubled automaker’s
Stage set for big rematch between Canfield, Salem
The Cardinals and Quakers advanced to the district final Saturday for the second straight year.
Chevrolet Centre provides diversion from worries
It’s all about picking the right events, said the arena’s director. YOUNGSTOWN — The Harlem
Ursuline, United head to Div. III showdown
MINERAL RIDGE — Division III district semifinal winners United and Ursuline had something in common
Commissioner wants 10% pay cut
‘Floating holidays’ for workers would allow county services to be maintained. YOUNGSTOWN —
Lowellville, McDonald advance to championship game in Div. IV
HUBBARD — When asked if he thought that his young team would be playing for the district title,
Austintown church group helps in Africa
Helping people of poverty-stricken Sierra Leone, Africa, is mission of church. The cost was
Howland, Harding fall in semifinals
SOLON — With Erika Nites and Taylor Williams contributing much to his 22-win team, Howland High
Two meals from one
Greg Sopp of Hubbard and owner of Rosetta Stone. Staff at Rosetta Stone say they've seen a noticeable increase in people taking food home.
Nico Francis wins stunner in first round at wrestling
The Girard junior routed Michael Cawley of Norwalk St. Paul, the projected state champion.
Westminster joins veterans program
The tuition-assistance effort will benefit veterans who have served since 2001. NEW WILMINGTON,
What to expect on latest ‘Dancing With the Stars’
The most popular series on ABC returns at 8 p.m. Monday, and the Disney-owned network needs the
Fast cars, bad luck
Three-time defending series champion Jimmie Johnson is looking to rebound after a slow start to
Sumner’s hot hand paces Champion win
HOWLAND — Champion’s Derek Sumner’s pulse didn’t elevate throughout the game, but there was nothing
“20/20” (9 p.m., ABC): “20/20” profiles Vegas showmen Siegfried and Roy as
“20/20” (9 p.m., ABC): “20/20” profiles Vegas showmen Siegfried and Roy as they prepare for what has
Foreign news coverage getting cut
Opinion: Last week, I played in Peoria. I got an inkling there of what it will mean for Americans if (I still
Canfield residents should be concerned about building
Opinion: Canfield residents should be concerned about building EDITOR: Our economy can repair itself now
Today is Friday, March 6, the 65th day of 2009. There are 300 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, March 6, the 65th day of 2009. There are 300 days left in the year. On this date in
Laying down hands on the river
You can’t become a great poker player if you never lay down the best hand on the river from time to
HERE’S HOW: Gene Helton, a member of Highway Tabernacle Church, shows a young helper how to
HERE’S HOW: Gene Helton, a member of Highway Tabernacle Church, shows a young helper how to use a
College graduates’ plans shrinking with economy
For Alesandra LaPointe, who has prepared for life after college by doing two internships and
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Feb. 28
Obama welcomes allies, skeptics to health summit
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama summoned allies, skeptics and health care figures of all
Minn. Senate trial update
Minn. Senate trial update MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Democrat Al Franken this morning asked the three
Long shot Papis makes it 3-man rookie race
Joey Logano and Scott Speed are still the first-year frontrunners. The three-man rookie of the
Indians counting on improved bullpen in ’09
GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — Of the many factors that prevented the Cleveland Indians from defending their
Fitch teams return to state bowling meet
The Fitch girls team has qualified for the event every year since 2001. YOUNGSTOWN — The
Canfield officials reject findings
The city manager said Canfield wants to see a wage freeze for 2009. CANFIELD — The city has
Return to college ‘blessing’
Gary Satterwhite of Farrell is making an unexpected but happy college basketball comeback with
Criminal damaging charges
Criminal damaging charges SALEM — Mark A. Vingle, 24, whose last known address was on North
‘WATCHMEN’
‘WATCHMEN’ Grade: C Director: Zack Snyder. Running time: 2 hours, 43 minutes. Rating: R for
The long-awaited film of Alan Moore’s classic comic book/graphic novel “Watchmen”
The long-awaited film of Alan Moore’s classic comic book/graphic novel “Watchmen” is a work that’s
General Motors still has its plan to rebuild the company
Editorial: General Motors still has its plan to rebuild the company People who have been eager to bury
No joke: Steve Martin releases musical album
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Steve Martin has packed so much into his 63 years that it almost seems easier to
Video games: Mellow out with ‘Loco Roco 2’
I’ve spent an awful lot of time this winter battling deadly alien armies on bleak, ravaged planets.
How liberal are Reps. Tim Ryan and Charlie Wilson?
Opinion: Each year, the National Journal ranks who it considers the most liberal and most conservative
Essential oils create uplifting mood in the home
Dear Readers: A wonderful aroma can make a home feel so inviting, and it’s so easy to create a
Mahoning County
Mahoning countY Grand jury A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday:
YSU outlook improves
YSU outlook improves YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State University may have been facing some $3 million
new cast for ‘HSM4’
new cast for ‘HSM4’ LOS ANGELES — The Disney Channel is going back to school with “High School
prince is on target
prince is on target NEW YORK — Prince is coming to a Target near you. The superstar is releasing
“The security system in Pakistan under this regime has collapsed because this government is
Opinion: “The security system in Pakistan under this regime has collapsed because this government is too busy
Jackson announces final series of concerts
LONDON (AP) — Michael Jackson returned to the stage Thursday after eight years marked by more
NATION
NATION Retail figures show signs of possible recovery NEW YORK — After hibernating since last
McCartney, Ringo Starr to headline concert
McCartney, Ringo Starr to headline concert NEW YORK — Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr are teaming
At least Obama is trying
Opinion: Since President Barack Obama issued his massive new budget, analysts have agreed that its
Delphi retirees appeal ruling on benefits
NEW YORK (AP) — Attorneys representing a group of Delphi Corp.’s salaried retirees are appealing a
GM CEO’s compensation for 2008 valued at $14.9 million
DETROIT (AP) — His company lost $30.9 billion last year and it’s relying on government loans to stay
Class warfare hurting the middle class
Opinion: Class warfare costs, but not the people at whom the rhetorical mortars are aimed. The drumbeat of
Auction set in Boardman
BOARDMAN — In the market for a five-person hot tub to ease the winter blues? How about a new lawn
More readers swear by soap under sheets to alleviate leg cramps
Q. I am a nurse, and I have “secretly” put soap under the sheets of patients who struggle with
DAZZLING DISPLAY: “Saltimbanco,” Cirque du Soleil’s oldest show, continues through
DAZZLING DISPLAY: “Saltimbanco,” Cirque du Soleil’s oldest show, continues through Sunday evening at
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans are rapidly shifting from spendthrifts to savers, slowing the
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans are rapidly shifting from spendthrifts to savers, slowing the broader
Library cafes will open next week
YOUNGSTOWN — Chapters cafes in the Poland and Austintown libraries, originally scheduled to open
Snakes on the planet
Snakes on the planet Chicago Tribune: The journal Nature reported recently that huge snakes,
Brown faces 2 felony charges
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chris Brown has been charged with two felonies stemming from what a police
Mortgage problems break records again in fourth quarter
NEW YORK (AP) — A stunning 48 percent of the nation’s homeowners who have a subprime, adjustable-
Woman burned when cleaning fluid fumes ignite in car
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A cleaning woman who was trying to light a cigarette inside her car instead
Industrial park to be put up for sale soon
Lordstown has applied for stimulus money to take over the industrial park. LORDSTOWN — The
TBC CHAPTERS
TBC CHAPTERS Cafes open The cafes will operate on these schedules beginning March 12. Poland
A sequel is unlikely, cast members say.
A sequel is unlikely, cast members say. Fans should plan to savor every visual morsel when
How low can it go?
S&P slide is second-worst since Depression NEW YORK (AP) — Investors fled Wall Street again,
Measure includes funds for jail system
YOUNGSTOWN — A $300,000 computerized inmate management system for Mahoning County Jail is included
Nurses union unhappy with CEO
The TMH nurses union is no longer willing to discuss concessions. WARREN — The executive board
Police investigate death of man, 73
A Canfield man, who declined immediate medical attention after being struck by a vehicle, died in
Study advances stem cell research
Borrowing a biological cut-and-paste trick from bacteria, scientists have created the first
highway tabernacle Mission team details
A team from Highway Tabernacle Church, 3000 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown, recently took a mission
Gupta doesn’t want surgeon general job
WASHINGTON (AP) — CNN medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta won’t be the next surgeon general, the
Special election to replace Burris quashed by Dems
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The push by Illinois Republicans for a special election to replace U.S. Sen.
Grand slam in 10th does in Pirates, 10-6
SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — Nick Masset pitched three scoreless innings in his bid to make the Reds’
Fairfield Ruritan offers scholarships
COLUMBIANA — The Fairfield Township Ruritan Club is offering a “Learn and Earn” Scholarship program
Dance club offers lessons for proms
Area high school students are encouraged to take a spin on the ballroom dance floor. Prom is an
NATO to restore ties with Russia
BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) — NATO agreed after an intense internal debate Thursday to restore normal
Cortland Bancorp suspends cash dividends after loss
CORTLAND — Cortland Bancorp said it is suspending its cash dividends after reporting a fourth-
WRTA will get $3.51 million of the $4.65 million in funds for systems in the region.
WRTA will get $3.51 million of the $4.65 million in funds for systems in the region.
showing succesS
showing succesS These recent events at the Chevrolet Centre proved to be winners: The Harlem
Fire departments to share grant
The information will be available immediately rather than firefighters having to leaf through a book
Boardman downs rival Perry, 43-29
ALLIANCE — For the ninth time in 10 years, the Boardman High girls basketball team will play for a
Customers are requesting more than just their checks at the end of their meals. Some local
Customers are requesting more than just their checks at the end of their meals. Some local
Salem police confiscated drugs and weapons in raid at house
The county prosecutor had pressed for an in-county treatment center. SALEM — Police Chief
2 are in critical condition after accident
CANFIELD — A Trumbull County man and woman remain in critical condition after an accident in the
Firefighters encounter alligator at blaze
NORTH BEAVER, Pa. — Firefighters responding to a blaze at a former elementary school encountered an
Grandma gets to set house ‘no sex’ rules
Dear Annie: My son and his wife live in the apartment above mine. I wanted my 20-year-old grandson
Dann’s campaign board sues Gutierrez, alleging improper use of fund
The former manager is accused of improperly taking campaign money. GIRARD — Ex-Attorney
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