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Efficiency measures paying off at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN — A push for energy efficiency across the Youngstown State University campus is having
Peter Rockwell exhibit opens at Butler branch
HOWLAND — Peter Rockwell, the youngest son of one of America’s most famous artists, didn’t want to
Food relief to continue for Austintown students this summer
AUSTINTOWN — Students who need food will find some relief even after classes are out for the summer.
Angel Food Ministries provides food packages at deep discounts
YOUNGSTOWN – “If you eat, you qualify.” So says Melvin Balciar of Mineral Ridge, speaking about
Strickland budget plan could hurt some vocational schools in Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN — Changes in state education funding in Gov. Ted Strickland’s proposed biennial budget
Women officers in Youngstown Police Department witness big changes over 30 years
YOUNGSTOWN — Anita Davis wanted to be a translator. So, she studied Russian at Youngstown State
Hibernians honor man, woman at St. Patrick’s Day luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN — The Ancient Order of Hibernians met on March 17 at St. Patrick Church, 1410 Oak Hill
Miss Demetruk, and Mr. Albarran to wed in April
AUSTINTOWN — Alex and Carole Demetruk of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Navarra-Huston wedding plans are announced
The engagement of Stephanie Lynn Navarra and Michael Richard Huston, both of 168 Homestead Drive,
Renewal of vows and dinner dance mark Grantz 50th
GIRARD — William and Shirley Grantz, of 2501 Beech St., marked their 50th wedding anniversary with a
Intimate family celebration honors McGuires on 50th
POLAND — Mr. and Mrs. William J. McGuire of Poland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on
Grossens celebrate 60th anniversary with dinner, trip
NEW WATERFORD — Mr. and Mrs. Marlin Grossen of New Waterford were joined by family members as they
Family dinner honors Gordons on anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN — Reuben James Gordon and his wife, Florence, of Youngstown, commemorated their 60th
SENIOR CITIZENS | Meetings, activities announced
commercial intertech • Commercial Intertech retirees will meet at noon Tuesday at St. Mark’s
GARDEN CLUBS | This week's meetings announced
FRIDAY • Suburban will have a program on spring birdhouses at 12:30 p.m. Mrs. Robert Cracraft is
MASONIC GROUPS | Members will meet
tuesday SBlt Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a stated meeting. Leeann Mason will preside and
FEDERATED CLUBS | Programs listed
WEDNESDAY • Past Officers will meet at noon for a luncheon at Lucianno’s Restaurant in Austintown.
SIDELIGHTS
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, has scheduled the following: Monday,
Local politicians will perform in Rich Center variety show
The Vindicator/Geoffrey Hauschild ON WITH THE SHOW: From left, Marla Carano; Phyllis Ricchiuti;
Shadows will follow professionals Monday
AUSTINTOWN — In conjunction with its focus on vocational education, Rotary Club of Austintown
Area meals for senior citizens
MAHONING COUNTY Celtic Healthcare offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine locations
Harding drought over
Raiders win, 53-38, to gain first state trip since 1966 CLEVELAND — With the game over
Investors from other states, nations take stock in Youngstown’s low-cost homes
The record of out-of-state investors is spotty, local officials said; some buy a home and then
Bravo! Sharpsville steps into act with opera performances in July
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. — Culture in small-town America is moving up again in the world — all the way up
Opener for af2 team is this Friday
The Thunder begins its third season with the same coach, who believes the team’s talent level has
Next up for Fletcher: pro day in Iowa
His breakthrough college season was last fall when he was honorable-mention Big Ten. He also did
YSU softball drops twin bill to Loyola
The Penguins’ home openers had a 4-1 loss in Game 1 and a 6-5, eight-inning loss in Game 2.
Pride day serves up the tastes of Croatia
The first local Croatian Pride Day had all the usual ingredients for such an event: food, music and
Wright State scores late to post doubleheader sweep of YSU
DAYTON — Wright State scored the game-winning run in its last at-bat in both games of a doubleheader
Cast keeps ‘Fantasticks’ fresh, flawless and funny
SALEM — The minimalist commedia dell’arte style of “The Fantasticks” is part of the appeal that made
Winning with family values
This tournament is designed to challenge families to discuss basic values — and enter to win a Wii.
Forum Health Northside Medical Center
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Tasha M. Petaccio, Youngstown, girl, March 21. Travis and
Belinky is setting a standard in ignoring fiscal reality, but others seem ready to follow | VIDEO
Editorial: Five months ago, Mahoning County Probate Judge Mark Belinky presented himself as the paragon of
Business briefs
REGION Local chapter plans its annual conference YOUNGSTOWN — The Western Reserve chapter of the
Raffi Torres leads Blue Jackets’ win
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Raffi Torres scored twice late in the third period to give the Columbus Blue
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator BETTER TIMES: Tom Driscoll Jr., 52, attended a Cleveland Indians
Eight straight for Cavaliers
Eight straight for Cavaliers Mo Williams scored 24 points, LeBron James added 22 and the surging
Mt. Notre Dame wins Div. I crown; Regina, Hathaway are on top
COLUMBUS — Kathryn Reynolds and Gabby Smith had 13 points apiece to lead four players in double
Stimulus is all about jobs
Opinion: If you’re looking for work, the first thing you want to know about the economic stimulus plan is
Can Consumer Nation change its attitude?
ROSS TOWNSHIP, Pa. (AP) — The first thing you see is the enormous boot. Atop a ridge north of
WoMEN’S Tournament basketball Roundup Saturday’s other games
Mississippi State 71, Texas 63 COLUMBUS — Alexis Rack was perfect in eight trips to the foul line
Williams, James lead Cavs to 8th straight win
CLEVELAND (AP) — Any ideas the Atlanta Hawks had of extending their seven-game winning streak ended
Jobless? Find out what you owe, have
DALLAS — Finding yourself unemployed can be frightening, as many people are learning these days.
Partygoers mine the jewelry-meltdown trend
GRANBY, Conn. (AP) — The women gathered in the kitchen, enjoying brie and chocolate tortes as they
CANFIELD — David Hrina of Canfield has been elected a shareholder of Buckingham, Doolittle
CANFIELD — David Hrina of Canfield has been elected a shareholder of Buckingham, Doolittle &
Mahoning Valley Thunder \ 2009 roster
Playing for Thunder as of Saturday, in alphabetical order: No./NamePositionHGTWGTDOBCollegeEXP
Many facing hard times, but not NFL free agents
As former Jets executive Pat Kirwan was preparing to open his radio program, he couldn’t stop
Taking control of your finances
My No. 1 piece of financial advice in this economy is to take control of your finances: Examine your
Martin eyeing turnaround at Bristol Motor Speedway
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — The legends of Bristol Motor Speedway came together for a 35-lap charity race
Saturday's basketball results
SATURDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORE Regional tournament Division I at Cleveland
Local sports digest
local Gymnast Thompson named All-Big 12 AMES, Iowa — Iowa State senior gymnast Jasmine Thompson
Area court listings
COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Vanessa Chilo-Nores v. Robin McKinnon, personal injury.
Northfield Race Track results
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st—Heez Ruthless N 8.00 3.80 2.10 Artistic Dreamer 4.60 2.40 J
Brode, Linsley win state Div. I track titles
AKRON — Canfield junior Dustin Brode captured a Division I state title in the weight throw and
Hurricanes’ defense shuts down the Capitals, 4-1
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The defense did everything for the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday night, from
NCAA tournament \ Area connections
MEN Friday No. 13 Cleveland State 84, No. 4 Wake Forest 69 Ursuline High graduate D’Aundray
Jeremy Hammond’s finish at state tourney is highlight
John Bassetti \ Bowling Curses! Even the most nefarious of villains would sympathize with Jeremy
Stallworth attorney: Blood test not released
MIAMI (AP) — Authorities have yet to release blood tests for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte
FAMILY FUNDRAISER | Driscoll Fund
FAMILY FUNDRAISER | Driscoll Fund WHAT, WHEN: Friends and supporters plan a spaghetti dinner
Letter to editor
Opinion: EDITOR: It’s no wonder the post office is losing money. You mean no one looked at this sign
"Old" newspaper uses video, and a teen violence debate ensues
Opinion: We’re at 450 comments and counting. That’s where things stood as the week closed at The Vindicator
Physics Olympics winners
TOP FINISHERS A few hundred high school students from Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania took
Area bowling team standings
TEAMS Kay B’nai Brith Family — Davis Motel won 4th session. Playoff teams are Levin & Son, Plaza
Breast cancer survivor wants to help others
Breast cancer survivor wants to help others WASHINGTON — Determined to help other young women,
Protesters gather at lavish homes of AIG executives
Company officials denied reports that bonuses totaled $53 million more than previously reported.
Support for more bailouts vanishes
WASHINGTON — Forget about any more bailouts anytime soon. Any Obama administration bid to seek
Pope ‘very upset’ over stampede at stadium in Angola, Vatican says
LUANDA, Angola (AP) — The Vatican spokesman confirmed that a deadly stampede broke out at a stadium
You might be tempted to think that trying to make music with a pair of flip-flops, a converted box
You might be tempted to think that trying to make music with a pair of flip-flops, a converted box
The winner of The Vindicator’s American Doll Writing Contest will be announced March 29. An
The winner of The Vindicator’s American Doll Writing Contest will be announced March 29. An item on
GAME TIME State semifinal
Who: Warren Harding (22-2) vs. Columbus Northmoor When: Friday, 5:15 p.m. Where: Schottenstein
Boardman woman robbed at gunpoint
A 19-year-old North Side man was charged with robbery and felonious assault. YOUNGSTOWN — A
Acid spill prompts evacuation of 5,000
WIND GAP, Pa. (AP) — A tractor-trailer carrying a dangerous acid overturned on a highway Saturday,
Pontiff: Convert others
LUANDA, Angola — Tens of thousands of Angola’s Catholics lined the streets of the capital on
Hungary’s prime minister announces resignation
BUDAPEST (AP) — Hungary’s prime minister stunned the country Saturday by announcing his resignation
Author offers advice for small spaces
hAuthor offers advice for small spaces Little budget? No problem. Small space? Even better.
Where to buy tools
tools Where to get them www.pylones.fr: Robot timer, about $33; Silver Spots Toaster, about $79;
Mobile home fire kills 4 children
A neighbor said the mobile home had electrical problems. ST. PARIS, Ohio (AP) — A fire at a
Marchers seek end to the war in Iraq
WASHINGTON (AP) — Before war protesters ended their demonstration Saturday afternoon, several placed
Spring program for kids
Spring program for kids MERCER, Pa. — Munnell Run Farm, on Pa. Route 58W one mile north of Mercer,
A NIGHT AT THE OPERA \ ‘Don Pasquale’ The Sharpsville Historical Society, the Valley Lyric Opera Company and the Youngstown State University Dana School of Music are joining forces to
Seating is limited, so the historical society recommends buying tickets early. When: 8 p.m. July
Hope is a budget casualty
Opinion: Hope is a budget casualty EDITOR: Hope House Visitation Center Inc., a program whose contract
Qualifying: The Hartford native turned in a strong performance Friday at the half-mile Bristol Motor
Qualifying: The Hartford native turned in a strong performance Friday at the half-mile Bristol Motor
Government officials and public employees can work together to get through tough times
Opinion: EDITOR: It’s said that the Great Depression brought out the best and worst in people. So it is
Warren official withdraws from council race
WARREN — Citing personal and professional demands, Councilman Andy Barkley, D-3rd, has withdrawn his
U.N. statement would criticize rocket launch
NEW YORK — Japan and the United States are preparing a document that likely will be issued as a
TV favorites
“The Simpsons” (8 p.m., Fox): On “The Simpsons,” our favorite yellow clan travels to Ireland so that
Warren Philharmonic concert
if you go What: Warren Philharmonic Orchestra’s “Swing into Spring” concert When: 8 p.m.
Administration seeks to buy banks’ toxic assets
WASHINGTON (AP) — Struggling to contain the worst financial crisis in seven decades, the Obama
Exercise lessens health problems
For some, exercise is the longest four-letter word. The mere mention of it conjures visions of
Drug industry advocates support the split of FDA
WASHINGTON (AP) — As momentum builds to rework the nation’s food-safety system after a salmonella
In name and fame
Peter Rockwell’s works go on display at Butler branch HOWLAND — Peter Rockwell, the youngest
New Jersey scraps plans to ban genital waxing
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey is smoothing out differences over a plan to ban bare-it-all bikini
Building owner, city OK terms
YOUNGSTOWN — The city and Joseph Grenga have agreed, and Judge James C. Evans has ordered, that
Today is Sunday, March 22, the 81st day of 2009. There are 284 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Sunday, March 22, the 81st day of 2009. There are 284 days left in the year. On this date
Red yeast rice helps many people lower cholesterol
Q. I have been on so many cholesterol-lowering drugs that I have nearly lost count. Crestor,
Supreme Court to weigh in on political movie
WASHINGTON (AP) — Months after its debut, “Hillary: The Movie” faces nine of the nation’s toughest
Medical marijuana users are breathing a little more easily
WASHINGTON — After California legalized medical marijuana, Charles Lynch opened his cannabis
Blood Drives
Blood Drives TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m.
Could split contract solve Air Force tanker dispute?
WASHINGTON — Despite opposition from the Pentagon, one of the most powerful members of the House
Obama tries to resurrect his core issues
The president will defend his Treasury secretary tonight on ‘60 Minutes.’ WASHINGTON (AP) —
Prices at U.S. antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
Teenage son picks a path to destruction
Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for 21 years, and for most of them I have been a
Hot new hues
Kitchen tools go color wild Tangerine, cherry, blueberry, lime and lemon — deliciously tasty
h‘American Idol’ trading cards coming
h‘American Idol’ trading cards coming LOS ANGELES — “American Idol” fans will soon be able to
‘River of Time’
‘River of Time’ Jorma Kaukonen (Red House) Grade: A A founding member of both the Jefferson
hReaders can visit French homes
hReaders can visit French homes Even if you can’t sit down to a dish of ratatouille at a farm
EBook publisher offers BOGOF gift certificates
BOSTON— To help readers escape to a world of passion and imagination during these recessionary
Series bound to encourage local authors
YOUNGSTOWN — Literature lovers, fiction fans and poetry pundits are welcome to check out the Y-town
Best-Sellers \ Publishers Weekly
For the week ending March 14: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Handle with Care: A Novel” by Jodi Picoult
Warren Philharmonic plans lively music for spring concert
Concertgoers are asked to bring nonperishable food for those in need. WARREN — The Warren
Efficient reboot takes some work
Q. I’m trying to speed up my computer by eliminating unnecessary programs that run at startup. In a
Symphony to replace acoustic shell, rigging
Symphony to replace acoustic shell, rigging YOUNGSTOWN — Recent gifts will allow for the
spring cleaning
spring cleaning A few tips Time for spring cleaning. Here are some tips to get your home
SCRAP-YARD ARTIST A Girard man turns pieces of leftover metal into unique art
When Daniel Horne looks at scrap metal, he sees art. Cast-off parts, punched-out shapes, odd
Jazz great returns to YSU
Ralph Lalama studied with the late Tony Leonardi. YOUNGS-TOWN — To celebrate the 40th year of
IPhone application lets you take charges
If you own or run any kind of retail business, chances are you accept credit cards as a form of
No breath of fresh air
Indoors no better for children with asthma BALTIMORE — Parents have long known that the
Unofficial Obama art on display in Chicago
Unofficial Obama art on display in Chicago CHICAGO — An exhibit called “Officially Unofficial:
International tourism decline
International tourism decline The United Nations’ tourism organization said that international
Strollo, Madoff: Corrupt soul mates
Opinion: One is now in federal prison, where he’ll spend the rest of his life; the other was in federal
M Resort, Spa and Casino opens
Las Vegas added 7,500 rooms in 2008, but visitor volume dropped 4.4 percent. LAS VEGAS (AP) — The
T-Mobile’s phones are splashier but not perfect
T-Mobile’s phone lineup is starting to sparkle. Still, some of the company’s models could use more
I-X Indoor Amusement Park
Cleveland attraction celebrates 20 years The popular spring break destination has featured a
Collection for needy
Collection for needy YOUNGSTOWN — The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley and AFL-CIO
Dining in Hawaii
President Obama knows exactly where and what to eat Plate lunches have been a part of Hawaii for
Clinton embraces new media
WASHINGTON (AP) — Her videos aren’t quite viral yet and she’s not tweeting, but Secretary of State
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard school board, work session at 5:45 p.m., regular meeting at 7 p.m., board
Parents need to wake up
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for the 1960s to be over and done with. That destructive
Collectors still search for tobacco-related items
Smoking was an important part of the life of a well-to-do gentleman in the 19th century. A cigar
Home prices
Home prices Bottom 10 Of the nation’s 153 metropolitan areas, these had the lowest median home
Internet predators challenging agents
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Eric Szatkowski is a Wisconsin Justice Department special agent, but on that
Pros, cons of concrete counters
Artist and designer Fu-Tung Cheng has lived in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1978, when he bought
Area veterans
VETERANS Local chapter to meet POLAND — Korean War Veterans Mahoning Valley Chapter 137 will