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Model train buffs chug into Niles
NILES — Hundreds showed up to test the tracks at the Youngstown Model Railroad Association’s train
‘Awesome’ dogs put on a show
NORTH JACKSON — Since becoming part of Amy Dean’s family, her 4-month-old puppy, Conner, has been a
TMH to get more in Medicare reimbursements
WARREN — It came down to two-tenths of a mile. Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren will get an
2 city groups recognized for making an impact
YOUNGSTOWN — Community organizing and the creation of jobs helped two city organizations receive an
Dozens of Relay for Life events planned for NE Ohio
CANFIELD — The American Cancer Society has set dates and locations of the 50 2009 Relay for Life
St. Paddy’s Downtown Dash set for Friday
YOUNGSTOWN — Friday the 13th has an unlucky rap. City and downtown venues hope to change that
Theis family celebrates 5 generations
Special to The Vindicator FIVE GENERATIONS: The center of attention on Feb. 22 during a five-
6 employees honored at annual ISLE luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN — Iron and String Life Enhancement, Inc., honored six employees of ISLE Inc. and its
SENIOR MENU
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, has scheduled the following: Monday,
JESSICA HOWARD | NATHAN SAVON
JESSICA HOWARD NATHAN SAVON AUSTINTOWN — Jessica Lynne Howard and Nathan Alan Savon, both of 209
LISA KALBASKY | ANDREW SAXON
LISA KALBASKY ANDREW SAXON STRUTHERS — The exchange of nuptial vows took place at 2 p.m. Aug. 9 in
KOURTNEY MCKAY | NATHANIEL ROSS
KOURTNEY MCKAY NATHANIEL ROSS CHICAGO — Kourtney McKay and Nathaniel Ross, both of Chicago,
KATIE HOSKINS | DAVID FRANK
KATIE HOSKINS DAVID FRANK AKRON — St. Sebastian Catholic Church was the setting at 2 p.m. Oct. 25
ANGELA MOSCONI | PATRICK BRINE
ANGELA MOSCONI PATRICK BRINE YOUNGSTOWN — Patrick Brine and his bride, the former Angela Mosconi,
Celebration being planned for Hough 50th
SALEM — Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hough, 7451 Roller Road, are observing the 50th anniversary of their
Will Traficant’s address change Monday?
The Trumbull County Democratic Party chairman said the former congressman was ‘railroaded.’
Canfield surpasses Salem again
The Cardinals advanced to play Canton South on Tuesday in a regional semifinal at Barberton.
YSU women end losing streak in final game
The Penguins rolled past Valparaiso 54-38 on Senior Day at Beeghly Center. YOUNGSTOWN —
Teens mad for ballroom dance
The teen dancers said the basics they’re learning now should serve them well when they get older.
Wrestling with adversity: Dillon, Brenner put losses behind them
The Boardman freshman and Canfield senior placed third and fourth, respectively. COLUMBUS —
‘Go Green’ at St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The parade draws between 3,000 and 10,000 people, depending on the weather. BOARDMAN — It’s
Boardman bows to Canton McKinley
ALLIANCE — Boardman High girls basketball coach Ron Moschella’s Spartans had Canton McKinley playing
Prevalence of autism to increase, experts say
Austism experts say the extreme violence exhibited by the professor’s son is rare. The teenage
Patience pays off for frugal fliers
Want to fly cheap? Time to break some bad habits. Like buying the first cheap ticket you see or
LIMELIGHT \ Awards, achievements
YOUNGSTOWN — Black Pages Ohio awarded Madonna Chism Pinkard, community relations director at WFMJ
REGION
REGION IRS office in Youngstown to be open for assistance YOUNGSTOWN — The downtown office of
Is (401)k untouchable after layoff?
As more and more people lose jobs in this recession, it’s natural to focus on shoring up your day-
Pennsylvania, Ohio link could benefit the Valley
Editorial: If there’s strength in numbers, then the Mahoning Valley should have the power to move mountains.
A tier worth crying over
Editorial: A tier worth crying over Nursing homes in Mahoning and Trumbull counties have been trying for
PSYCHIATRY
PSYCHIATRY Dr. Michael Kachmer announced that Dr. Robert Roerich has joined the practice of
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
austintown aarp • Austintown AARP 4339 will meet Tuesday at Grace Lutheran Church, 162 S. Raccoon
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
TUESDAY• • Moccasin will meet at 7 p.m. for a program on “Birds, Butterflies, and Bugs in Your
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
monday • LB Circle of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat ‘n Park on Mahoning
THE SPOKES MAN
The Thumm family has operated a business in Warren since 1850. One hundred years ago, when
Today is Sunday, March 8, the 67th day of 2009. There are 298 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, March 8, the 67th day of 2009. There are 298 days left in the year. On this date in
Obama to visit NATO ally Turkey
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — For one of his first foreign visits, President Barack Obama will call on NATO
HORIZON LEAGUE Women’s basketball tournament
HORIZON LEAGUE Women’s basketball tournament When: Monday, 8 p.m. Who: Youngstown State (3-26)
woMen’s top 25 basketball roundup Saturday’s games
No. 12 Ohio State 72, Iowa 56 INDIANAPOLIS — Jantel Lavender had 21 points and 17 rebounds to help
With age comes whiz-dom: Martin, 50, claims pole
HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — Mark Martin bounded into the room like a 22-year-old rookie. He had just become
United rallies to sink Ursuline
The Eagles overcame a 14-point deficit to earn a Division III regional appearance. MINERAL
T.O. to shuffle off to Buffalo
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Terrell Owens needed only two days to find another place to play. The
Some companies love misery
“There’s always people out there willing to take advantage of people’s misery. Chris Thetford
Web site stirs debate over dignity of the homeless
HOUSTON (AP) — Until a few weeks ago, Tim Edwards was just another one of the men begging for change
A list of addresses and phone numbers for state representatives and senators and Congress members:
A list of addresses and phone numbers for state representatives and senators and Congress members:
Cleveland steelmaker to lay off 700 workers
Cleveland steelmaker to lay off 700 workers CLEVELAND — Steelmaker ArcelorMittal plans to suspend
Decorating tips
Decorating tips On a budget The financial outlook may be gloomy, but your home doesn’t have to
Saturday’s Basketball
Saturday’s Basketball men EAST Boston College 67, Georgia Tech 66 Brown 69, Dartmouth 59
PRINT: This yard-long print pictures the Selz Good Shoes lady. The picture, drawn by Howard Chandler
PRINT: This yard-long print pictures the Selz Good Shoes lady. The picture, drawn by Howard Chandler
Source: Obama gets update on Mexico
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama was briefed Saturday by Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Adm.
Moran rolls 599 at state tournament
LANCASTER — Boardman High School junior Ciera Moran rolled 599 to place third in the individual
Warren library board reorganizes, with Ellen Dieter chosen president
WARREN — During its February meeting the Warren- Trumbull County Public Library Board of Trustees
State success was in grasp of the Valley
Jackson-Milton had five wrestlers place and earned its first top-10 finish. COLUMBUS — For the
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Alicia Guerrero and Rob Nelson, New Waterford, boy, March 6.
Suspect had vowed to reform
CLEVELAND (AP) — A man who killed himself a day after allegedly killing his wife and four others
VETERANS
VETERANS Salem Memorial group The Salem Memorial & Patriotic Association will meet at 7 p.m.
Obama’s economic recovery plans prompting some doubts
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama offered his domestic-policy proposals as a “break from a
fast facts
THE RIGHT TOWEL FOR THE RIGHT JOB Linen: Best for drying glasses lint-free. Machine wash cold on
ioSafe Solo hard drive protects against disasters
Anyone who has been reading my column or listening to my radio talk show, “Computer America,” knows
Measure your bandwidth use
Q. With more Internet providers starting or threatening to start limiting and charging for bandwidth
Pediatric vision clinic
Pediatric vision clinic LISBON — The Columbiana County Health Department is offering a pediatric
Mooney advances; Liberty ousted by Streetsboro, 72-45
BOARDMAN — Donald D’Alesio’s jumper with 2.8 seconds remaining helped lift the Mooney High boys
CUTTING COSTS
CUTTING COSTS What companies do Cost-cutting changes made by 245 large U.S. employers:
American Girl fashion show heads to the Valley
LIVING DOLLS: Members of the Angels for Easter Seals who are serving as chairmen of the American
Make the most of renting
Millions of Americans have become renters again after foreclosure. Michael B. Bennett used to
SATURDAY’S RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS boys basketball Tournament Division I at Warrensville Heights Warren
Taken for granted
The dish towel can be versatile and pretty. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Dish towels are the unsung
McDonald romps; Lake Christian wins
STRUTHERS — It was such a lopsided sectional championship that the game had to be stopped
Friday: The Hartford native is in Sunday’s Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Forced
Friday: The Hartford native is in Sunday’s Kobalt Tools 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Forced to
Saturday’s Yellow Ribbon program honored those who returned a few months ago after serving in
Saturday’s Yellow Ribbon program honored those who returned a few months ago after serving in Iraq.
Preserved for a price
State parks on endangered list Ohio plans to save cash by shutting down certain destinations for
Collectors seek rare ‘yard-long prints’
“Yard-long prints” can sometimes be a yard wide, but those who collect these 36-inch-by-8-inch
Women’s senior tournament set for first weekend of April
John Bassetti \ Bowling The 17th annual senior tournament of the Youngstown USBC Women’s Bowling
hDogs ring bells to go outside
hDogs ring bells to go outside A doorbell for dogs is a new tool for house-training your pet.
Tsunami museum opens
Tsunami museum opens Indonesia has opened a $5.6 million museum to commemorate the 230,000 people
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Patriotism museum reopens at new site
Patriotism museum reopens at new site ATLANTA — The National Museum of Patriotism has moved to a
2007 spelling champ makes 5th appearance
YOUNGSTOWN — He’s baaack. John Umble has proved to be a force to be reckoned with in recent years
ysu
ysu Softball team splits KISSIMEE, Fla. — Senior Allyse Ledford went 2-for-3 with a double and a
With this example, how do you trust government to save us?
Opinion: I have a high level of aggravation right now based on the economy. We all do, I suppose. My
SNAPZ
SNAPZ For next month’s “Grin and Bear It” theme, send us those cute gap-tooth kids pictures by
South’s first lady believed right side won the Civil War
“First Lady of the Confederacy/Varina Davis’s Civil War” by Joan E. Cashin (The Belknap Press of
Casino Night will benefit Make-A-Wish children
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown office of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Ohio, Kentucky &
Best-sellers \ Publishers Weekly
For the week ending Feb. 28: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Promises in Death” by J.D. Robb (Putnam) 2.
Amazon brings Kindle to iPhone
NEW YORK (AP) — In bringing its Kindle e-book reader to a much larger audience through the iPhone
Nigerian AIDS patients marry to help stop spread of virus
BAUCHI, Nigeria (AP) — With her golden dress shimmering in the sun and ornate henna tattoos covering
News women to speak at Packard Music Hall
News women to speak at Packard Music Hall WARREN — Martha Raddatz, chief White House correspondent
Ugandans risk lives for $600 to guard Iraq
The war in Iraq is the most privatized war in history. KAMPALA, Uganda — Under a relentless
Two chances to win your own doll
THE CONTEST The story of Kit Kittredge, one of the historical characters, depicts the life of a 9
Spinal Tap actors will leave wigs behind
Spinal Tap actors will leave wigs behind WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — The amps won’t be turned up to
Parents can do only so much
john rosemond Q. Our 7-year-old daughter does very well in school without our help and is a
Men’s Garden Club seeks youths to help cultivate
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youth Gardening Committee of the Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown wants to teach
“Saturday Night Live Just Commercials” (8 p.m., NBC): “Saturday Night Live Just
“Saturday Night Live Just Commercials” (8 p.m., NBC): “Saturday Night Live Just Commercials”
FDR’s labor secretary receives her due
“The Woman Behind the New Deal” by Kirstin Downey (Doubleday, 398 pages, $35) Reading the
FEDERATED CLUBS | Programs listed
WEDNESDAY • Fortnightly IV will have a business meeting at 7:30 p.m. with Mary Leone as hostess.
Hard times hit oldest bar in West
A saloon in California’s Gold Country that is said to be the oldest continually operating bar west
‘The Distance’
‘The Distance’ Taylor Hicks (101 Distribution) Grade: D Has Taylor Hicks become Michael Bolton
Husband’s gambling addiction requires help
Dear Annie: My husband had surgery and was off of work for some time. As a result, we are behind on
Forgetting the drill
Dental care declining in tough economy “There are so many now that say, ‘I just lost my job,’ or
Doctors use chemo bath to treat cancer
MELVILLE, N.Y. — Long Island cancer doctors have borrowed a page from medicine’s past to write a new
ColucciSFlbto take chief’s post
The newly named police chief said he wouldn’t be where he is today without the support of family and
President encourages nation in weekly talk
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trying to buck up a dispirited nation, President Barack Obama on Saturday promised
ODNR meeting set to plan for motorized trails
CANFIELD — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Office of Trails will have a public meeting
Rediscovering Downtown
Opinion: Rediscovering Downtown EDITOR: I am a 74-year-old woman who used to work for many years in
Let me count the reasons why spending billions on a coal -to-fuel plant is a bad idea
Opinion: EDITOR: In an apocalyptic book that came out a few years ago, author James H. Kunstler outlined
Men’s top 25 basketball roundup Saturday’s games
No. 3 Pittsburgh 70, No. Connecticut 60 PITTSBURGH — Sam Young scored 31 points and No. 3
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week Anthony M. Harrison The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
SWEET SUCCESS
Producers, hobbyists tap into growing demand for syrup Global demand was higher than supply last
Man sent to prison for slaying partner
SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man who pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in the
Schwarzenegger tours Arnold Sports Festival
COLUMBUS (AP) — California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger was expected to tour brawny bodybuilding
State success in grasp of the Valley
Jackson-Milton had five wrestlers place and earned its first top-10 finish. DATELINE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today — Baseball at Towson State, 1 p.m.; softball vs. South Dakota, 9 a.m. and
Life in Obama’s shadow proves to be a challenge for Pelosi, Reid
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi didn’t lose her temper. But she unleashed a bit of
Reports: 24 banks benefited from AIG bailout
NEW YORK (AP) — The federal bailout of insurance giant American International Group Inc. has
Afghan leader looking to Russia for assistance
Opinion: KABUL, Afghanistan — History has a funny way of repeating itself in Afghanistan. Back in the 19th
Bryan brothers stake United States to Davis Cup lead
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Powerhouse doubles team Bob and Mike Bryan came through for the United
THUMMS \ In history
THUMMS \ In history In downtown Warren: Charles Thumm operated a bakery on an alley near the
People not sure what to do with their money
“When people are scared and they have money that they’ve earned, they are going to protect it in any
GOP chief off to rocky start
WASHINGTON — This hasn’t been the smoothest rollout for Michael Steele, the new chairman of the
Kyle Busch again wins NASCAR truck race
HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — Another track, another victory for Kyle Busch. The 23-year-old star won his
Demand for temp jobs on the rise
CHICAGO — After losing their jobs, Greg and Gloria Christ drove through office parks, jotting down
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
Sun sets on View-Master travel reels
COLUMBUS (AP) — Amber LaPointe’s introduction to one of the country’s greatest tourist attractions
STATE WRESTLING \ How area athletes fared
DIVISION I Consolation semifinals 103: John Dillon (Boardman) dec. Nick Garcia (Oregon Clay) 7-1
Laffey lasts only one inning in Indians’ 9-4 loss to Royals
The Pirates and Twins were on a level playing field, tied 1-1 after five innings. Then Minnesota’s
Investors may speak at Madoff hearing
NEW YORK (AP) — Bernard Madoff has yet to face the many investors he is accused of ripping off in a
COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Seven Seventeen Credit Union Inc. v. Ronald Keener et
11-year-old held in death liked to hunt
WAMPUM, Pa. (AP) — Hunting is a way of life in the rural area where 11-year-old Jordan Brown
ODOT moves bidding for road salt to May
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Ohio Department of Transportation is already looking ahead — way ahead — to
Exhibition Baseball
Exhibition Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog ST. LOUIS51‚Ñ2-61‚Ñ2Florida PITTSBURGHEven-6Houston
Recession tied to dip in illegal crossings
SAN LUIS RIO COLORADO, Mexico — Arrests of illegal immigrants on the U.S.-Mexico border have fallen
WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC \ Saturday’s games
United States 6, Canada 5 TORONTO — Adam Dunn and Brian McCann each hit a two-run homer, and the
Report: Iraqis resilient in face of war
BAGHDAD (AP) — About 30 percent have been exposed to shootings or bombings. Others have witnessed
Civil-union bill faces hurdle in Hawaii Senate
HONOLULU (AP) — The drive to make Hawaii the fifth state in the country to allow same-sex civil
Lowellville rockets to win
Emily Carlson scored 20 points to lead the Rockets to another regional appearance. HUBBARD —
Park board opening
Park board opening BOARDMAN — Township trustees are seeking letters of interest from residents who
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Saturday 1st—Parvathy (Barria)30.6012.007.40 Alibi Baby (Quinones)4.803.00
NHL Roundup \ Saturday’s games
Blue Jackets 8, Red Wings 2 DETROIT — Rick Nash had his fourth career hat trick and second against
Costs drive move to drop executions
After decades of moral arguments reaching biblical proportions, after long, twisted journeys to the
Awards
Awards Yellow Ribbon program Several officers with the 910th Air Reserve were awarded for their
GOLF ROUNDUP Saturday’s other events
GOLF ROUNDUP Saturday’s other events LPGA HSBC Champions SINGAPORE — Australia’s Katherine Hull
St. Paris Graham dominates
COLUMBUS (AP) — Record-setting St. Paris Graham dominated Division II, Lakewood St. Edward took its
Mourners pay respects to broadcaster Paul Harvey
CHICAGO (AP) — The son of radio legend Paul Harvey used his father’s words for the eulogy Saturday
St. Patrick’s Day parade | March 15
The 31st annual Mahoning Valley St. Patrick’s Day Parade is looking for entries for the event that
3 bombings kill 15 in northwest Pakistan
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Three separate bombings killed 15 people in northwestern Pakistan on Saturday, and
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard Civil Service Commission, 1 p.m., council chambers, 220 W. Liberty St.
Warren Harding’s Williams scores 23 points in 68-54 win
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS — Fred Williams scored 23 points Saturday to lead the Warren Harding High boys
Furloughed workers find ways to fill their free time
When Jodi Sokolowski had her weekly hours slashed from 40 to 32 at the Buffalo, N.Y., law firm where
Valley left out of casino proposal
Opinion: If the owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers and his high-rolling cohorts think they can pass a
OHIO ROUNDUP \ Saturday’s games
Seton Hall 67, Cincinnati 63, OT CINCINNATI — Robert Mitchell made both free throws with 6.2
Chismars renew marriage vows on 25th anniversary of their wedding
BOARDMAN — Mr. and Mrs. Jim Chismar of Boardman celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on March 1
Cavaliers turn down Heat
Cavaliers turn down Heat LeBron James recorded a triple-double, Mo Williams scored 29 points and
Yang leads Honda Classic
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Y.E. Yang heard the question in English, then listened to his
I Want Revenge runs away with Gotham Stakes
NEW YORK (AP) — The trip East was a perfect solution to get I Want Revenge back on a winning track.
Small businesses feel fallout from peanut butter recall
MILWAUKEE (AP) — To Betsy Sanders, the nationwide salmonella outbreak tied to peanut butter has been
Hot-shooting Kelly gives Iowa upset win in overtime
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Playing with a 101-degree fever, Jake Kelly got hot at just the right time
NFL free agents striking paydirt
Have you followed these NFL free agents? What a bunch of zeros! That’s six zeros for Chris
Butler advances to Horizon final
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Matt Howard lived up to his title as the Horizon League’s player of the year
Virgin Megastores in U.S. to close by summer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After nearly two decades of rocking the music world with a mix of brash stunts
Vindicator file photo/ Paul R. Schell
Opinion: Vindicator file photo/ Paul R. Schell AWARD WINNER: This photograph of John F. Kennedy campaigning