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Mathews, Lakeview school boards discuss possibly sharing services
CORTLAND — The Mathews and Lakeview school boards said they are enthusiastic about the possibility
Warren receives federal stimulus money to help the homeless
WARREN — The city’s homeless or near homeless are among the people who will receive help from
Trumbull commissioners name interim JFS director
WARREN — Diane Shamrock, administrator of the Trumbull County Child Support Enforcement Agency since
State Police in Lawrence Co. investigating man’s death
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are investigating what they believe to be a homicide in
Niles police investigating pharmacy robbery
NILES — Police are looking for a man who robbed the Troutman’s pharmacy, 501 Robbins Ave., at
New Girard police chief to be sworn in Thursday
GIRARD — The police department will have new leadership Thursday. Capt. Jeff Palmer is set to be
Trumbull Co. managers to receive efficiency training
WARREN — Jim Odom retired this month as an efficiency expert for Delphi Packard. Starting
American Girl fashion show and luncheon will be Saturday and Sunday
BOARDMAN — Angels of Easter Seals, known locally for its fundraising efforts for the children and
Youngstown firefighters investigating cause of South Side vehicle fire
YOUNGSTOWN — A burning vehicle caused damage to a city home early this morning. Firefighters
Man gets 13 years in prison for fatal shooting
YOUNGSTOWN — A defendant in a March 17, 2008, robbery and homicide has pleaded guilty and been
United Way drive falls short of fundraising goal, makes cuts
YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown-Mahoning Valley United Way fell short of its $2.9 million 2008 financial
Crashes knock out Portage County Civil War memorials
DEERFIELD, Ohio (AP) — Civil War memorials are under attack from traffic in one Ohio county, where
Armstrong says he’ll race in May despite broken collarbone
Armstrong says he’ll race in May despite broken collarbone AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Lance Armstrong is
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY • Canfield Christian Church, 123 S. Broad St., will serve a Lenten breakfast from 7 to
Pavlik excited about Abraham fight
“He hits hard and he’s winning, that’s the main thing. That’s what makes it interesting for fight
Weathersfield toddler ready for surgery to repair organ ‘bubble’
The boy was born with a sack of internal body parts outside of his stomach. WEATHERSFIELD —
Ex-SteelHounds boss is coach of the year
When the Youngstown SteelHounds were evicted from the Central Hockey League last June 2, Coach Kevin
11-year-old suspect in killing can stand trial, judge rules
Pennsylvania State Police described the aftermath of the brutal slaying. NEW CASTLE, Pa. —
Plasma from your blood can help save others’ lives
YOUNGSTOWN — Plasma hasn’t always had the best reputation. It’s been known to come cheap and hang
Paris Bruner embraces his stopper role
Bruner embraces his stopper role WARREN — If Warren Harding senior Desmar Jackson is a BMW and
Poland scales back plan for U.S. 224
POLAND — Even the village isn’t immune from the economic difficulties sweeping the rest of the
Nick Brown of JFK is first team All-Ohioan
COLUMBUS — Nick Brown, who led Warren JFK to a district championship, was named first team All-Ohio
Warren officials, workers looking at ways to eliminate budget deficit
The mayor says the city has ‘lost all its manufacturing base.’ WARREN — The message shared
Treasurer: Schools’ budget-cutting is paying off
Three central-office administrative positions were eliminated by the board Tuesday. YOUNGSTOWN
Williams eager to smash, crash and flash
The former Boilermaker is the only player to take part in all 16 games for Mahoning Valley last
Recession’s grip tightens
Workers Mike Berrotto, left, and Tim McCurdy work on an electric winch at City Machine Technologies in Youngstown. Despite record sales last year, CMT has had to lay off workers as a result of the recession.
Duquesne coach likes Pitt, but respects Xavier
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Duquesne coach Ron Everhart predicted before the season that city rival Pittsburgh
Cake-mix-cookies rise in popularity
Dear Heloise: Would you please give me the recipe for making cookies from a cake mix? Lorraine, via
Kids aren’t safe with in-laws
Dear Annie: I haven’t seen my in-laws since we moved across the country three years ago. They are
Sports schedules
TODAY 2 p.m. (FSN Pitt) High school girls basketball: West Virginia Class AAA Championship.
TUESDAY LOTTERIES
TUESDAY LOTTERIES multistate Mega Millions, x-x-x Mega Ball, x OHIO Tuesday night: Pick
Sports notices
BASEBALL Alliance Hot Stove League — has the Bugara Tournament on April 17-19. Call (330) 821-
Mahoning to refigure value of your home
All 166,000 parcels in Mahoning County will be reappraised for property tax revisions.
Yo-Mah-O schedules speaker for annual Recognition Dinner
YOUNGSTOWN — Sonja Williams, first lady of Youngstown, will be the featured speaker at the annual
Salem appropriations
SALEM Appropriations Here’s a recap of general fund spending in the city in 2008 and what’s in
Hubbard man lodged in jail on drug charge
YOUNGSTOWN — Police said a Hubbard man who led them on a high-speed chase on the city’s West Side
Garden Forum prepares for meeting, show
YOUNGSTOWN — The Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown Area Inc. will have its spring meeting and
Speakers will discuss use of solar energy
CHAMPION — Two speakers knowledgeable about solar thermal energy collection systems will speak at 7
Monday’s Games
Monday’s Games Chicago 101, Washington 99 Atlanta 109, Minnesota 97 Miami 94, Memphis 82
Salem council approves budget
SALEM — The city has some financial protection if needed in its 2009 appropriations. Council voted
4-H member named to Fashion Board
BERLIN CENTER — Hannah Shrader, 16, a daughter of Richard and Debra Shrader of Berlin Center, has
Ohio EPA plans hearing about treatment plant
SOUTHINGTON — The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency will have a public hearing April 6 to discuss
Obama gives soft sell to his hard-willed economic plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — What kind of politician brings a TelePrompTer to a news conference? A careful
MOUNTAINEER RESults
MOUNTAINEER RESults Tuesday 1st—Lillie O’H (Davila)8.605.003.40 Chassai La Femme
Missing infant home safe with her parents
PLANT CITY, Fla. (AP) — A 2-month-old is back in the arms of her parents, and the wife of a top
Donating plasma
Donating plasma Here are details Here’s what you need to know about plasma and how a local
Fire in Newton Falls damages 3 houses
An early-morning blaze in the city caused nearly $90,000 in damages to the homes. NEWTON FALLS —
Alliance man to be sentenced for 2008 rape
LISBON — An Alliance man is scheduled to be sentenced Friday on four counts of rape for attacking a
Clemente working to stay in business
A rising number of customers without insurance hurts a local ambulance company. STRUTHERS —
Warren cancels classes for boys hoops semifinal
Warren cancels classes for boys hoops semifinal WARREN — Friday’s classes in the Warren City
Probe leads to firing of JFS chief
The fired department head had worked in government for 26 years. WARREN — Trumbull County
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x K 9 7 4 u A 4 3 v J 7 6 w 7 6 3 WESTEAST x Q 10
Centrist Labor joins Israeli government
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s Labor Party voted Tuesday to join the incoming government of Benjamin
Exhibition Baseball
Exhibition Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog ST. LOUIS6-7Houston CINCINNATIPick’emBoston NY
Man convicted of robbing school
Anderson was convicted during a jury trial. WARREN — A 22-year-old city man will be nearly 40
Fans can invest in their favorite songs on Web
From platinum records to backstage passes, Steve Matthews is an avid collector of rock-music
Today is Wednesday, March 25, the 84th day of 2009. There are 281 days left in the year. On this
Today is Wednesday, March 25, the 84th day of 2009. There are 281 days left in the year. On this
More students learning home cooking at school
The current economy has fewer people dining out. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Freshman Brandi
Rich revisits country tradition with album
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — John Rich plops into a chair, asks for two bottles of water and downs them both.
Mahoning County court listings
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Franklin E. Nicola, 26, of 48 Rhode Island Drive,
WWII British code crackers reunite
BLETCHLEY PARK, England (AP) — During World War II, the best brains in Britain cracked Germany’s
Frittata Primavera springs to life with toast to Parmesan
Frittata Primavera, a one-pan dish, is light, quick supper, perfect for a busy weekday meal. It fits
Celebrate spring with sweet and savory recipes
Pairing textures and flavors makes dishes the whole family will enjoy. Spring is the perfect
McDonald officials mull rate adjustment
MCDONALD — Village officials recently gave a first reading to an ordinance to implement a water and
Area jobless rates are roughly double what they were a year ago.
Area jobless rates are roughly double what they were a year ago. The recession is so brutal
Canadian Auto Workers begin concession talks
DETROIT (AP) — Negotiators for Chrysler LLC and the Canadian Auto Workers union began concession
Business in brief
NATION Judge delays Delphi deal NEW YORK — A bankruptcy court judge on Tuesday delayed approval
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, various commodities,
Obama’s multitasking driving critics crazy
Opinion: Just because some of his most ardent detractors can’t walk and chew gum at the same time does not
Analysts: Pullback of market was expected
NEW YORK (AP) — A stock drop is never reassuring — except when it could have been worse. The Dow
White-collar job cuts begin at GM
DETROIT (AP) — Dreaded white-collar job cuts at General Motors Corp. started Tuesday as the wounded
Brothers were third-generation car dealers
LIGONIER, Pa. (AP) — Third-generation car dealers Gregory and Randolph Graham watched helplessly
You can depend on Detroit
Los Angeles Times: Quick, which car brand do you suppose buyers report as being the most dependable
Border fight steps up
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds of federal agents, along with high-tech surveillance gear and drug-
West credits father for risk-taking attitude
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kanye West credits his dad for his risk-taking attitude. “I like the challenge
More regulatory powers sought
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner asked Congress on Tuesday for broad new powers
How should public anger be channeled?
Opinion: One of the more familiar sayings in politics is “don’t get angry, get even.” The anger caused by
Hoots and Hellmouth crosses demographic lines
Considering roots rockers Hoots and Hellmouth’s press release boasts something crazy like “gospel
Zoos take away animals’ natural desire to be free
Opinion: Did you hear the one about the elephant in a zoo who was so bored they built it a gigantic
Fired up over idea to raise sin taxes
LAWRENCEBURG, Ky. (AP) — Faced with huge budget holes, states from Connecticut to Arkansas are
Quotable
Opinion: “I applaud the employees who are returning the bonuses. I think they are being responsive to the
Sports briefs
area Trumbull meeting set WARREN — The Trumbull County Sports Hall of Fame will meet March 30 at
Some save, others will stimulate economy
WASHINGTON — Alexa Choi did something recently that most Americans are avoiding: She spent money.
City’s hockey future on ice
USHL commissioner Skip Prince will tour the Chevrolet Centre today. YOUNGSTOWN — With an
Justices hear case about anti-Clinton movie
WASHINGTON — Supreme Court justices gave mixed reviews Tuesday to efforts to regulate “Hillary: The
Cop taken off life support
Cop taken off life support SAN FRANCISCO — An Oakland police officer shot by a man wanted on a
Senate Dems to scrap $400 tax credit
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top Democrat in the Senate announced a budget blueprint Tuesday that would scrap
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND March 19 Theft:
Meltdown impact hits abortion, birth control
By DAVID CRARY and MELANIE S. WELTE The pregnant woman showed up at the medical center in flip-
Grocery auctions gain favor
DALLAS, Pa. (AP) — Out of toilet paper? Need to pick up a few things for dinner? Take a number and
Racing against river, Fargo pulls together
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — As the swelling Red River lapped within 30 feet of his back door, Carlis Kramer’s
Rationale for Cuba embargo still strong
Opinion: Travel agencies that do business with Cuba are about to make a killing. When the Bush
Initial reaction favorable to Treasury’s credit plan
Editorial: Initial reaction favorable to Treasury’s credit plan Polls show Americans are clearly fed up with
Border war in Mexico fueled by U.S. guns
Opinion: When Secretary of State Hillary Clinton visits Mexico this week to discuss the drug-related violence
Successful companies such as City Machine Technologies are now feeling the pinch.
Successful companies such as City Machine Technologies are now feeling the pinch. The
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission, 9 a.m., Renaissance Center, 345 Oak
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Matthew and Abby Faulhaber, Newton Falls, girl, March 23.
If you go
if you go Who: Hoots & Hellmouth When: 8 p.m. Thursday, The Kent Stage, 175 East Main St., Kent;
Simple ingredients meld into classic soup
If you wonder why French cooking enjoys such enduring popularity, consider today’s soup. This
Cincinnati orchestra conductor faces charge
Cincinnati orchestra conductor faces charge CINCINNATI — A lawyer for the conductor of the
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