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Missing Enon Valley teens found safe
Pennsylvania State Police said two Enon Valley teenage sisters, last seen Monday, were found safe Tuesday around 1 p.m. and returned home.
Woman says Sweeney used her GM discount 6 times
Police are investigating a case of identity fraud in which a woman says her General Motors employee discount was used fraudulently during transactions at a Market Street car dealership.
CNN calling Wyoming for Romney
CNN has projected Mitt Romney the winner of Wyoming's caucuses, which concluded tonight after a month of voting.
Kansas City man accused of setting fire to Habitat house
Kansas City man accused of setting fire to Habitat house KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A 27-year-old Kansas
Jury starts deliberating in Peace Corps rape trial
Jury starts deliberating in Peace Corps rape trial NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — A military jury has begun
NYC cocaine ring kingpin gets 20 years to life
NYC cocaine ring kingpin gets 20 years to life NEW YORK (AP) — A New York cocaine ring boss once
Feds dismantle NYC auto insurance fraud ring
Feds dismantle NYC auto insurance fraud ring NEW YORK (AP) — Authorities have dismantled what
DA: $2M gone, guard killed Pa. armored car partner
DA: $2M gone, guard killed Pa. armored car partner PITTSBURGH (AP) — More than $2 million is
Man shot to death outside Fla. house of rapper Rick Ross
Man shot to death outside Fla. house of rapper Rick Ross MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Police have
Ohio AG sues Youngstown-based door-to-door magazine seller
Ohio AG sues Youngstown-based door-to-door magazine seller
Hughes complains of potential law violation by opponent
Hughes complains of potential law violation by opponent AUSTINTOWN — Former Youngstown Police
NY court asked to reject lawyer’s decade jail term
NY court asked to reject lawyer’s decade jail term NEW YORK (AP) — Federal appeals judges in New
All quiet day after violent Calif. tribal clash
All quiet day after violent Calif. tribal clash COARSEGOLD, Calif. (AP) — Sheriff’s deputies are
Boxing announcer revives 'Joe Palooka' comic strip
Boxing announcer revives 'Joe Palooka' comic strip
US mothballs airborne laser missile defense weapon
US mothballs airborne laser missile defense weapon EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AP) — The
Mass. man in Wesleyan death committed to hospital
Mass. man in Wesleyan death committed to hospital MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (AP) — A Massachusetts man who
Break-in reported at Poland convenience store
Break-in reported at Poland convenience store POLAND Village police are investigating a break-in
Official: Ohio teen shooting suspect stole his uncle's gun
Official: Ohio teen shooting suspect stole his uncle's gun
Mahoning commissioners delay raising hotel, motel bed tax
Mahoning commissioners delay raising hotel, motel bed tax
Report: Ohio State Highway Patrol crime lab backlogged
Report: Ohio State Highway Patrol crime lab backlogged
Liberty Township trustees have special meeting Thursday
Liberty Township trustees have special meeting Thursday
Pennsylvania State Police looking for missing Lawrence Co. teen girls
Pennsylvanian State Police looking for missing Lawrence Co. teen girls
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Southington BOE, trustees to meet tonight
Southington school board will have a special meeting in conjunction with the Southington Township trustees at 7 p.m. today at Southington Town Hall to discuss the 1907 building and adjacent property.
Youngstown residents mobilize to make man’s gutted house a decent home
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN “Crazy.” That’s how Rik Blake describes the
For starters, YSU rolls past GB
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Five minutes into Tuesday’s Horizon League
World takes a Leap today to keep calendar in sync
Staff report Youngstown If there were no Leap Day today — and every four years — after 120
Kokrak’s batteries recharged
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com During his first break as a rookie on the 2012 PGA Tour,
Ursuline, Liberty advance
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com HOWLAND Fending off determined opponents, the Ursuline and
Gains, Macejko trade charges on dismissals
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Dismissal of charges against nine
STEM college at YSU will include Natural Gas and Water Institute
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A committee of Youngstown State University
Canfield, Austintown — D1 and done
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com ALLIANCE Two Mahoning Valley teams got bounced from the
Youngstown residents: We must redistrict city’s wards
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Those who spoke at the charter-review
Strong second half rescues Quakers
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com Boardman After a slow first half, the Salem High boys
Closing out victories a struggle for YSU
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Here’s a smattering of quotes from the Youngstown
Mahoning River Water Trail awaits canoeists
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The 23-mile portion of the Mahoning River Water Trail
Liberty schools’ forecast: Surplus, then deficit
By ROBERT GUTTERSOHN rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty A cost-savings plan and the infusion of
Youngstown School-board president seeks help with determining cuts
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The city school-board president says
Romney musters up momentum with 2 wins
Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, greets supporters at his election watch party Tuesday night in Novi, Mich., after winning the Michigan primary.
Never give your pets away to strangers
Opinion: By Dan Paden People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Acquiring an animal means making a
The Five
Is it overly hopeful to say that winter might be over? After all, March is around the corner, the
METRO DIGEST || Shooting victim ID’d
Shooting victim ID’d Youngstown Police identified Tyrus Scott as the teen shot on the city’s
QUOTABLE MIKE HELTON, NASCAR president, on Monday’s TV ratings for the Daytona 500:
“We’re very grateful for all the fans that stuck it out here, and stuck with us back home through
Morton throwing again
Associated Press BRADENTON, Fla. Four months removed from offseason hip surgery, Pirates starter
Fine collection of Vino
You can tell a lot about a restaurant’s commitment to and appreciation of wine when you first walk through its door.
Welcome to ‘Suburgatory’
By Neal Justin Star Tribune (Minneapolis) LOS ANGELES At the start of this TV season, critics
Time to eat
Time to eat Local restaurants offer a rich and textured blend of food offerings — mixing
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.01 —.31 Avalon
Israelis’ paranoia is justified
Opinion: In recent days, as discussions about a possible war with Iran grow louder, I have heard that
Sweet & Simple
Family Features Can you really cook delicious, wholesome dishes that are also easy to make?
Partial remains of 9/11 victims sent to landfill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Partial remains of several 9/11 victims were incinerated by a
PRIMARY BALLOT
PRIMARY BALLOT Candidates and issues The candidates and issues that will appear on Tuesday’s
mcdonald schools Panel disbands as district is released from fiscal emergency
By MARY SMITH news@vindy.com McDONALD The state Finance and Planning Commission for McDonald
Riding with Dave Blaney
Riding with … Dave Blaney Tuesday morning: The Trumbull County native finished 15th in the rain-
mlb roundup Tuesday’s notes
Nationals: Stephen Strasburg is ready for a healthy season. The hype? He’ll gladly cede that to
Hopefuls spend little on Valley TV — so far
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Candidate campaigns, special- interest groups
oddly enough
oddly enough La. chimpanzees get pregnant despite round of vasectomies SHREVEPORT, La. Female
Check in
Check in Great response from last week’s article. If you check them out, leave us a comment to
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Canfield board of education, 4 p.m., special meeting and adjourning to
Study results
Study results Projected Economic Impact of Utica Shale Oil and Gas Production by 2014: $9.6
SPORTS BY THE NUMBERS 64 Source: Associated Press
Years since the NFL’s last Wednesday game. The NFL’s season-opening game will be on Sept. 5 to avoid
Bridge-deck work
Bridge-deck work WEST POINT Work continues today on the Columbiana County Road 448 bridge-deck
newsmakers
newsmakers Hudson on witness list for upcoming trial CHICAGO Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson is
Years Ago
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 29, the 60th day of 2012. There are 306 days left in the year. This is Leap
prep sports at a glance
TUESDAY’s RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Tournament Division I at Alliance Canton
HOW YOU CAN HELP
HOW YOU CAN HELP WHAT: Cleanup day at blighted home of Rik Blake. WHERE: 404 Lora Ave. on
About Brian & Drink
About Brian & Drink Brian Fry is president and founder of Valley Vino Wine Club. He’s been a fine
Belle stuns the Indians
Associated Press GOODYEAR, Ariz. The hair and beard are mostly gray. The scowl is gone, a smile
nba roundup | Tuesday’s other games
Bulls 99, Hornets 95 CHICAGO Derrick Rose scored 32 points, including the go-ahead jumper with
Comedy contest for high schoolers offers cash prize, gigs for winner
Staff report BROOKFIELD Youngstown Comedy Syndicate will present the Mahoning Valley High School
The need for a yardstick
Opinion: The need for a yardstick Marietta Times: Among major complaints about the federal rules, in effect
Exterran breaks ground
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Youngstown Tuesday marked the groundbreaking for a new
Debates get petty
Opinion: The only good news for the Republicans coming out of the seemingly endless presidential candidate
Santorum takes on ‘elites’
Opinion: WASHINGTON Rick Santorum is engaging in class warfare. Santorum accuses President Obama and Mitt
Latest school tragedy mimics others in its senselessness
Editorial: It happened again. And again the expressions of condolences are mixed with expressions of disbelief
Gladys Knight, Packers star join celebrity competition
By DERRIK J. LANG AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Urkel, the Empress of Soul and one of
Hagan: Raise tax on oil, gas exploration
Staff report COLUMBUS State Rep. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown, D-60th, on Tuesday called on
Obama praises bailout, answers his GOP critics
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a politically sizzling attack, President Barack Obama on Tuesday
Grab a portable snack for some winter fun
Family Features Whatever your favorite winter sport — skiing, snowboarding, hockey, or something
“America’s Next Top Model — The British Invasion” (9 p.m., The CW): When a
“America’s Next Top Model — The British Invasion” (9 p.m., The CW): When a reality show grows old,
birthdays
birthdays Actor Dennis Farina is 68. Actor Antonio Sabato Jr. is 40. Rapper Ja Rule is 36.
boys basketball roundup Tuesday’s other games
Division III St. Thomas Aquinas 80, Lisbon 56 SALEM Vince Fisher scored 14 points to lead four
men’s top 25 | Tuesday’s games
No. 4 Duke 79, Wake Forest 71 WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. Ryan Kelly scored a career-high 23 points and
DFT/Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON Mitt Romney swept to victory in the Arizona primary and led Rick
Shooting motive remains unknown
By Rachel Dissell Plain Dealer Reporter For several days, people have cast T.J. Lane as a
Japan tsunami debris spreads halfway across the Pacific
Associated Press HONOLULU Lumber, boats and other debris ripped from Japanese coastal towns by
Study projects 65,680 jobs related to Ohio fracking
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Nearly 66,000 Ohioans will be involved in shale oil and
Cavaliers rally, can’t catch Celts
Associated Press CLEVELAND For a team that just snapped a five-game losing streak, the Boston
Liberty BOE votes to reinstate open enrollment in district
By ROBERT GUTTERSOHN rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty The Liberty school board voted unanimously
Misconceptions in Liberty
Opinion: Misconceptions in Liberty As a longtime Liberty Town- ship resident I want to commend Trustee Stan
Wings clobber Blue Jackets
Associated Press COLUMBUS With stars Pavel Datsyuk and Nicklas Lidstrom out and Detroit on a
Delayed Daytona big hit for FOX
Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. Want to capture the nation’s attention? Try a giant
Brown urges action to save postal jobs
Brown urges action to save postal jobs WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat from Avon,
Silver lining possible for NASCAR
The Daytona 500 wasn’t just delayed. It was a flat-out disaster. But if the folks at NASCAR are as
nhl roundup Tuesday’s other games
Senators 1, Bruins 0 BOSTON Robin Lehner stopped 32 shots for his first NHL shutout and
TV COMMERCIALS | Political ads for 2012 primary
Candidate campaigns, political action committees and special-interest groups have spent more than
Dow industrial closes above 13,000
Dow industrial closes above 13,000 new york The Dow Jones industrial average rode a surge of
2 city men sentenced in robbery
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two city men got long prison terms in the
Tuesday, February 28 (118 stories)
UPDATE: Romney sweeps to double victory in Ariz., Mich.
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Mitt Romney scored a hard-won, home state triumph in Michigan and powered to victory in Arizona Tuesday night, gaining a two-state primary sweep over Rick Santorum and precious momentum in the most turbulent Republican presidential race in a generation.
Allen, Garnett lead Celtics past Cavaliers 86-83
Allen, Garnett lead Celtics past Cavaliers 86-83 CLEVELAND (AP) — Ray Allen scored 22 points,
NFL season opener moved to Wednesday to accomodate Obama speech
Powerful as the NFL is, it's making way for President Barack Obama.
GOP Sen. Olympia Snow calling it quits
In a surprise announcement, moderate GOP Sen. Olympia Snowe said Tuesday she would abandon her campaign for a fourth term - a contest she was expected to win easily - because she is frustrated by a polarized atmosphere in Washington.
YSU leads 45-34 at halftime of Horizon tourney opener
YSU leads 45-34 at halftime of Horizon tourney opener.
Air Force opens contract for war plane to Hawker Beechcraft after admitting error
The U.S. Air Force said today it plans to rescind a disputed $354 million contract for a light air support plane and open an investigation into the award, saying it was not satisfied with documentation supporting the decision.
Chardon shooter chose victims randomly
CHARDON, Ohio (AP) -- The teenager arrested in an Ohio school shooting that killed three students didn't know his victims and chose them randomly, a prosecutor said Tuesday as the young man appeared in juvenile court.
Hagan proposes increase to Ohio tax on natural gas, oil exploration
Hagan proposes increase to Ohio tax on natural gas, oil exploration
Ohioan brings Mayberry to life by impersonating Barney Fife
Ohioan brings Mayberry to life by impersonating Barney Fife
7 accused of bilking $375M from Medicare, Medicaid
7 accused of bilking $375M from Medicare, Medicaid DALLAS (AP) — The owner of a Texas medical
Smart Choice food program in March at Niles church
Smart Choice food program in March at Niles church
US military deaths in Afghanistan at 1,777
US military deaths in Afghanistan at 1,777 By The Associated Press As of today, at least 1,777
Painkiller prescriptions drop in some Ohio counties
Painkiller prescriptions drop in some Ohio counties
Police find body of missing SC hospitality exec
Police find body of missing SC hospitality exec COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The president of South
Stockton aims to avoid being biggest bankrupt city
Stockton aims to avoid being biggest bankrupt city STOCKTON, Calif. (AP) — The Stockton City
Pa. vet's name can be fixed because of cracked panel
Pa. vet's name can be fixed because of cracked panel
Lug nuts too tight on Pa. transit bus that lost its wheels
Lug nuts too tight on Pa. transit bus that lost its wheels
Microsoft's future riding on Windows 8
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Microsoft is scrambling to preserve what's left of its kingdom.
Sen. Brown urges action to save postal service jobs
Sen. Brown urges action to save postal service jobs WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a
Woman's body pulled from the Monongahela River in Pa.
Woman's body pulled from the Monongahela River in Pa.
Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett's welfare cuts draw anger from Dems
Pa. Gov. Tom Corbett's welfare cuts draw anger from Dems
Classes to resume fully Friday at Chardon High School after shooting
Classes to resume fully Friday at Chardon High School after shooting
Shepherd of the Valley-Poland cancels card game set for Wednesday
Shepherd of the Valley-Poland cancels card game set for Wednesday
2 men get long prison terms for Belleria Pizza robbery in 2009
2 men get long prison terms for Belleria Pizza robbery in 2009
AP sources: Israel would not warn US on Iran strike
AP sources: Israel would not warn US on Iran strike
Calif. school shaken over 10-year-old girl's death
Calif. school shaken over 10-year-old girl's death
New report updates natural gas and oil-related job figures for Ohio
New report updates natural gas and oil-related job figures for Ohio
Annual spring cleanup at Forest Lawn Memorial Park begins March 13
Annual spring cleanup at Forest Lawn Memorial Park begins March 13
Ohio utility seeks fee increase for service switch
Ohio utility seeks fee increase for service switch
Authorities say second victim has died from Chardon wounds
Authorities say second victim has died from Chardon wounds
REUNIONS
The deadline is March 15 to buy tickets for Campbell Memorial High School All Alumni Time Warp
Pool for Paws tourney will benefit animals
Pool for Paws tourney will benefit animals SHARON, PA. Blackie’s Billiards, 118 Vine Ave., will
Perry earns Horizon League honors
Perry, Youngstown State’s dynamic sophomore guard, was named to the All-Horizon League’s first team Monday, becoming the first Penguin sophomore to earn that honor.
Murder conviction upheld
The 11th District Court of Appeals has upheld the murder conviction of Eugene Henderson, 28, of Warren, who was sentenced to life in prison without parole in 2010 for killing Lloyd McCoy Jr., 11, and Marvin Chaney, 26, in 2009.
Area school chiefs assess plans after Chardon tragedy
School crisis plans and safety precautions are in place, but Mahoning Valley superintendents say building relationships with students is the best way to guard against a Chardon-like tragedy.
Police probe break-in at office of Rep. Ryan
Staff report WARREN Police are investigating the Sunday break-in of the office building housing
Fire investigation
Fire investigation NEW CASTLE, Pa. Officials announced Monday that they are investigating the
GRACIOUS GIVERS
Watson Elementary School teachers took pies in the face to show solidarity with students who raised money to fight cancer.
Boardman rebounds, ousts Louisville
By ROB TODOR todor@vindy.com ALLIANCE This has been Season Adversity for the Boardman High
Pavlik declines Sigmon bout, eyes March 17
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Kelly Pavlik will make his ring return sooner than
YSU fraternity gets 15-year suspension
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown A Youngstown State University fraternity is
Defense dominant as Lowellville holds off Reserve
The Division IV boys basketball tournament kicked off in dramatic fashion Monday night, as Lowellville defeated Western Reserve 29-26 at Struthers Fieldhouse.
Romney, Santorum snipe on eve of Michigan primary
Associated Press LIVONIA, Mich. On the eve of a Michigan showdown, Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum
chardon shootings Teen had violence in life from start
By Rachel Dissell Plain Dealer CHARDON It appears that T.J. Lane had violence in his life
Protect Afghan women
Opinion: Fawzia Koofi, the 19th of her father’s 23 children by seven wives, was put outside to die after she
President is changing his tune
Opinion: President is changing his tune I just heard the president re- gurgitate the argument that it isn’t
Separate shootings on South Side leave woman dead, 16-year-old boy wounded
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Two people were shot in the city Sunday
Notable quotes from the 84th annual Academy Awards presented Sunday night in Los Angeles:
Notable quotes from the 84th annual Academy Awards presented Sunday night in Los Angeles: v Never
Religious liberty is sacred
Opinion: By Jay Sekulow McClatchy-Tribune VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. President Obama’s mandate and so-called
oddly enough
oddly enough Pittsburgh board apologizes for school experiment PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh
BELIEVE IT, ACHIEVE IT
Improved attitude, easier schedule rejuvenate Fitch hoops By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.32 —.23 Avalon
Exterran gets state tax credit for Youngstown plant
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Tax Credit Authority has approved a seven-
Buyer beware
An ad online at Craigslist.org Dec. 16 said: “Property needs some repairs, so get your paint brush, mop and gardening tools and bring back the old glory days of this fine home.”
Members selected for Obama campaign
Among the 35 people selected as national chairmen and chairwomen for President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign are major-league politicians, two actors, former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland and a retired Warren state employee.
“It’s one thing for the children to listen, but when they’re actually involved in
“It’s one thing for the children to listen, but when they’re actually involved in doing it, the
newsmakers
newsmakers Crystal helps improve Oscar viewership NEW YORK The return of Billy Crystal helped
Years Ago
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2012. There are 307 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
birthdays
birthdays Actor Charles Durning is 89. Actor Gavin MacLeod (“The Love Boat,” “The Mary Tyler
Tax credit OK’d for Korff Holdings
Tax credit OK’d for Korff Holdings SALEM The Ohio Tax Credit Authority on Monday approved a
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Neighborhood Charter Review Committee, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Main
Szorady earns 1,000th in LaBrae blowout
By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com HOWLAND Matt Szorady had just stolen a pass in the
Noreen: I want to coach in NHL someday
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN The youngest coach in USHL history has big dreams
Mooney’s McWilson picks Nebraska; WGH’s Powell opts for MSU
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com Monday was a big day for the Big Ten as Nebraska and Michigan
Sebring schools chief to retire at end of 2011-12
Staff report sebring After 13 years at the helm of Sebring schools, Howard Friend will retire at
Farrell standoff ends in surrender
Staff report Farrell, pa. A two-hour standoff Monday ended with a 17-year-old suspect, who
Man charged with assault on police dog
What started out as a routine traffic stop along Interstate 680 ended with a man being charged with assault on a police dog, and drug abuse and missing one pant leg.
bed tax Hotel owners fear an increase
By Karl Henkel and Peter H. MILLIKEN news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Area hotel owners are
E. Palestine rolls over Columbiana; United is ousted
By Lowell spencer sports@vindy.com SALEM The East Palestine High boys basketball team wasted
Israelis won’t warn US of attack on Iran
Israelis won’t warn US of attack on Iran WASHINGTON Israeli officials say they won’t warn the
Casualties mount throughout Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT A Syrian activist group reported Monday that 144 people have been killed
Jackets’ Nash stays put at deadline
Associated Press The Nashville Predators and Vancouver Canucks added some reinforcements for a
Department’s efforts touted
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Township trustees shared a letter touting the
Detroit automakers race to keep up with sales
Associated Press DETROIT Auto sales are growing so fast that Detroit can barely keep up. Three
Mount Union’s Jacubec named OAC’s freshman of the year
Staff report ALLIANCE Mount Union’s Nate Jacubec has been named Ohio Athletic Conference
Oscar winner has his say
Associated Press LOS ANGELES The world should plan on hearing a lot more from Jean Dujardin, the
Obama makes gains among female voters
Associated Press Washington It’s looking like President Barack Obama may be back in the good
Fashion show will spotlight American girls all dolled up
YOUNGSTOWN American Girl Fashion Show events are scheduled for April 28 and 29 at Stambaugh
Report: Authorities foil plot to kill Putin
Associated Press MOSCOW Security forces have foiled a Chechen-linked plot to assassinate Prime
Playhouse adds ‘Romeo’ show after cancellations
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Playhouse will present an additional performance of
Crunch time for consolidation of city, county health agencies
Editorial: In January, we used the words “no brainer” to define the issue before the governing body of the
Attack advertisements work
Opinion: By Drew Westen Los Angeles Times In poll after poll, Americans say they don’t like negative
Swiss come up with satellite to collect junk in outer space
Opinion: The (Charleston) Post and Courier: Great things have been achieved in 55 years of space exploration.
Billy Gardell is a big reason why ‘Mike & Molly’ is a hit A HEAVY HERO
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK It’s a birthday for Mike Biggs, the
Roads to close
Roads to close Youngstown Mill Creek MetroParks will close several roads on March 4 for the
State money to be used to assess 2 sites
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board released nearly $600,000
Students get practical advice at YSU Business Career Week
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Youngstown For college students in the business field, the
Non-believers have rights
Opinion: By Rev. BARRY W. LYNN McClatchy-Tribune WASHINGTON Imagine if you went to work tomorrow and
Berenstain Bears co-creator dies
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA Jan Berenstain, who with her husband, Stan, wrote and illustrated
boardman schools Students who need services decrease
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK BOARDMAN The number of students receiving special education services
Youngstown State university men’s basketball | More news and notes
Reserve reservations: Youngstown State’s two biggest weaknesses heading into the Horizon League
Seger’s 15 points lead Warren JFK
By Jon moffett sports@vindy.com Every coach knows that it takes all 32 minutes to win a high
Santorum holds lead in Ohio poll
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS With a week left before Ohio’s presidential primary,
OPEA ignored Ohio law, Patriot, Warren plant claim
Patriot Water Treatment LLC and Warren’s waste-water treatment plant on Monday snapped back at claims made by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, claiming the agency knowingly ignored Ohio law when it issued permits involving Patriot and Warren in 2010.
Monday, February 27 (93 stories)
Daytona 500 halted after wreck; Blaney leads
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The Daytona 500 has been halted by a fiery explosion caused when Juan Pablo Montoya slammed into a jet dryer under caution.
Salinas wins opener at USA Boxing national championships
Salinas wins opener at USA Boxing national championships.
Mooney's McWilson, Harding's Powell make verbal commitments
Mooney's McWilson, Harding's Powell make verbal commitments.
Will Mahoning County raise its bed tax another 2 percent?
Will Mahoning County raise its bed tax another 2 percent?
Husted says postal center closings could impact voting
Husted says postal center closings could impact voting COLUMBUS Ohio Secretary of State Jon
Fraternity gets 15-year suspension from YSU for hazing
Fraternity gets 15-year suspension from YSU for hazing Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity will be
Betras sworn in to board of elections post
Betras sworn in to board of elections post YOUNGSTOWN Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted swore-
UPDATE: Chardon parents say slain son had a ‘bright future’
UPDATE: Chardon parents say slain son had a ‘bright future’ CHARDON Daniel Parmentor, 16, is
State releases money for environmental assessments
State releases money for environmental assessments COLUMBUS The state Controlling Board released
YSU's Perry earns first team all-league; Eargle on all-defensive
YSU's Perry earns first team all-league; Eargle on all-defensive.
Pa. man charged with cruelty for stabbing alligator
Pa. man charged with cruelty for stabbing alligator
New GOP poll: Santorum retains his slight lead over Mitt Romney
New GOP poll: Santorum retains his slight lead over Mitt Romney
Nissan recalling vehicles due to possible gas leaks
Nissan recallign vehicles due to possible gas leaks
BREAKING NEWS: Houston-based company bringing $13M facility to Youngstown
BREAKING NEWS: Houston-based company bringing $13M facility to Youngstown
UPDATE: Witness says student shoots four in Chardon high school
UPDATE: Witness says student shoots four in Chardon high school CHARDON A student who was just
Sebring schools superintendent announces retirement
Sebring schools superintendent announces retirement sebring After 13 years at the helm of
Berlin Center woman found shot in head
Berlin Center woman found shot in head YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating the murder of a 33
UPDATE: Students shot in Ohio school; suspect in custody
UPDATE: Students shot in Ohio school; suspect in custody CHARDON (AP) — Gunfire at a high
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS St. John the Baptist Church, 159 Reed Ave., Campbell, will have its annual basket auction
Pain at the pump worsens
Pain at the pump worsens YOUNGSTOWN Gasoline prices are up more than 20 cents from last week at
IHOP offers free stack to raise donations
IHOP offers free stack to raise donations Local IHOP restaurants will join a national effort to
Students injured in Chardon school shooting
Students injured in Chardon school shooting CHARDON At least four students have been injured in
84th Academy Awards: Winners list
84th Academy Awards: Winners list The Associated Press Here is the list of the 84th Annual
French-flavored films ‘Artist,’ ‘Hugo’ win big at Oscars; Streep takes best actress
French-flavored films ‘Artist,’ ‘Hugo’ win big at Oscars; Streep takes best actress Associated
OSU falls to Badgers at home
Associated Press COLUMBUS After losing for the third time in five games, No. 8 Ohio State is
Hubbard girls win district bowling
By JOHN BASSETTI bassetti@vindy.com KENT Pizza, pressure, pain. Entering the day’s final two
Hill and Dow top YSU swim efforts
Staff report BROWN DEER, WIS. The Youngstown State swimming and diving team produced seven
Gassing up — naturally
Chesapeake Energy Corp. plans to bring compressed natural-gas stations to the Mahoning Valley, bucking a regional trend of ignoring alternative- energy sources.
Liberty board to discuss possible reinstatement of open enrollment
Staff Report Liberty The board of education will discuss and possibly vote on reinstating open
Rust Belt brewery owners look to grow
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The popularity of Rust Belt Brewing Co. has grown
Fire in Bessemer
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Rose garden to be setting for Hahn, Valingo wedding
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Miss Shea to wed Mr. Sebest in New Orleans
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MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Youngstown Masonic
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Remove Campbell, Canfield cemetery decorations before March 15
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bin Laden's house meets the wrecking ball
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No passers-by help car-jack victim crawling over concrete for help
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YSU ready for tournament
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Mahoning County sheriff candidates tout experience in enforcement
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Despite bump in sales-tax revenue, many in Valley fail to feel upswing
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Sigmon: ‘I really feel like I have a shot to beat Kelly Pavlik’
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Café at Wittenauer’s adds to Poland's growing rep for home-grown eateries
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Parole hearing set for Anderson, killer of 2 teens
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Mild winter attracts thousands to 61st home show in Boardman
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Coalition to organize in the Valley to aid victims of human trafficking
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The miracle of modern medicine
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Considering HDMI? Read on
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‘Ticked Off!’ author to share knowledge
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Angry Malkin gets hat trick
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Passion worthy of note
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Alden receives USBC award
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Lowellville and Lisbon advance in Div. IV
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Billy Crystal is back tonight as host of the Academy Awards, a responsibility he’s had eight
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Braun has fun back on the field
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GOP race: down to the wire
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men’s College basketball | Saturday’s Top 25 games
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Fishing, hunting show at Eastwood Expo Center
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keg” is having a detrimental impact on the cost of crude, even as we speak. But there are
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Thousands flock to home and garden show at Mr. Anthony's
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Man's body pulled from Neshannock Creek today
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Anti-human trafficking group being organized March 13
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Mandela, 93, hospitalized, but in no danger, South African president says
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3 dead, I-80 west closed after chain-reaction crashes of 50 to 70 vehicles on I-80, I-79
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2 more Americans killed today over Koran burning; NATO recalls military workers
A gunman killed two American military advisers with shots to the back of the head Saturday inside a heavily guarded ministry building, and NATO ordered military workers out of Afghan ministries as protests raged for a fifth day over the burning of copies of the Quran at a U.S. army base.
YSU to host Green Bay Tuesday in Horizon League tourney
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New Castle man dies in house fire today
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YSU men's basketball team earns first-round home game
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Cookie cookbook
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Larissa Heywood | Ernie Roth Jr.
HUBBARD St. Patrick Church was the setting at 1:30 p.m. June 4, 2011, as nuptial vows were
Maggie Fiest | Mark Little
CHAMPION Maggie Fiest and Mark Little, both of Raleigh, N.C., exchanged wedding vows Sept. 24,
Elizabeth McConnell | Evan Rees
LAS VEGAS Elizabeth McConnell of Boardman and Evan Rees of Canfield were united in marriage July
Jessica Thompson | Nicholas Schwartz
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East rallies to down Irish
By brandon judeH sports@vindy.com Youngstown From the opening tip, to the final horn, the
Homeless by choice, Roy Juarez speaker offers inspiration at career center
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Kappa Alpha Psi Frat pledge tells of nightly beatings
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Pavlik could return to ring on April 14
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Harding surges in celebration game
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Downtown Youngstown's parking problems prompt plan for meters on W. Federal
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Settlement in Springfield Essroc to give township $2M for road improvements
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Eargle: YSU’s sultan of swat
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Youngstown students get fish lab in shipshape
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McDonald captures share of ITCL title
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Second wind helps D-II grapplers
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Mayor Sammarone: I won’t fire, discipline Macejko
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Mahoning-Youngstown health-agency merger has model in Akron
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Brian Bigsby convicted of burglary, assault
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High winds strike Valleys, downing many trees, power lines
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Through the years
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Pa. church to stage ‘Moses’ musical
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Mubarak and his henchmen deserve to be treated harshly
Editorial: Anything short of the death penalty for deposed Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak would not only be
Gospel Song Fest
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newsmakers
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Baptists sponsor services
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Mayor defends intelligence gathering
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Births
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W. Reserve Road widening set to move into next phase
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Clinton blasts Russia, China
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Theater concepts coexist in YSU’s ‘Medea’
By STEPHANIE OTTEY entertainment@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University Theater
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Day of prayer set at churches
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Oscar favorite George Clooney (“The Descendants”) used his starring role as Dr. Doug
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1M lost insurance in last decade
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Canfield relays, swimmers place high at D2 meet
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Sizemore likely will miss opener with back injury
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Agency: Iran rapidly expands nuke work
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Kasich kicks off statewide sign drive to scare drug traffickers out of Ohio
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Phantoms fall to Stars in shootout
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Too soon for gloom and doom
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Board OKs additional rail work at site of expansion
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The cost of the city’s $18 million railroad
Gingrich: Let voters decide marriage issue
Associated Press OLYMPIA, Wash. Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich declined Friday
From Bright Eyes comes Deadfingers
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Proving once again you can’t judge a band by its name,
Will 5th time be a charm for bee contestant?
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The Vindicator’s 79th Regional Spelling Bee on
Diversity event will honor 10 people, 1 group
Staff report Youngstown Ten individuals and one organization will be honored at Youngstown State
Harding team wins 3rd quiz bowl in a row
Staff report WARREN The Warren G. Harding High School Quiz Bowl team won the Trumbull County
MCCTC offers shale-related training courses
Staff report canfield Adult Career Education at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
Bio-Med Science Academy accepts 71 in first class
Staff report rootstown Bio-Med Science Academy, a new high school launching in August on the
kindergarten registration | Area schools, districts
Niles kindergarten registration/screening for all Niles school district students and eligible open-
Years Ago
Today is Saturday, Feb. 25, the 56th day of 2012. There are 310 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
36 Valley students qualify for national tourney
Staff report boardman The Northern Ohio Region of the National Forensic League had its National
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Astronomer to speak at STEM lecture
Staff report Youngstown Pamela Gay will be the speaker at the E.W. Powers STEM lecture, at 4
Struthers grads take part in summit
Struthers grads take part in summit Columbus Two graduates of Struthers High School represented
Friday, February 24 (147 stories)
Analyst: High gas prices will go higher in next few days
Oil prices are approaching last year's highs as tensions increase over Iran's nuclear program. The rise pushed gasoline prices on Friday to a national average of $3.65 per gallon, the highest ever for this time of year.
Bomb threat tonight at Bazetta Walmart
Police evacuated the Bazetta Township Walmart following a bomb threat at the store at 8:07 p.m. Friday.
Clinton: Russia, China 'despicable' for opposing help to Syria
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton blasted Russia and China as "despicable" for opposing U.N. action aimed at stopping the bloodshed in Syria, and more than 60 nations began planning a civilian peacekeeping mission to deploy after the Damascus regime halts its crackdown on the opposition.
Romney would increase age for SS, Medicare in 2022, tie them to life expectancy
Four days before critical primary elections, Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney outlined a far-reaching plan Friday to gradually delay Americans' eligibility for Medicare as well as Social Security.
High winds rock Mahoning and Shenango valleys, damage minimal
High winds rock Mahoning and Shenango valleys, damage minimal
Youngstown man found guilty for baseball-bat attack on ex-girlfriend
Youngstown man found guilty for baseball-bat attack on girlfriend
Obama ‘HOPE’ poster artist pleads guilty in NYC
Obama ‘HOPE’ poster artist pleads guilty in NYC NEW YORK (AP) — The creator of the Barack Obama
Arkansas man pleads not guilty in fake bomb case
Arkansas man pleads not guilty in fake bomb case FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — A man accused of
Charges against 8 suspects in hazing YSU students sent to grand jury
Eight men charged in hazing YSU students have cases sent to grand jury
Ex-El Salvador official can be deported
Ex-El Salvador official can be deported MIAMI (AP) — An immigration judge in Florida has ruled
City OK’s change to V&M rail work
City OK’s change to V&M rail work The cost of the city’s $18 million railroad construction and
Cleveland Auto Show begins its eight-day run Saturday
Cleveland Auto Show begins its eight-day run Saturday
Oklahoma congressman apologizes for gun comments
Oklahoma congressman apologizes for gun comments OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An Oklahoma congressman is
Woman accused of role in Wash. trooper’s killing
Woman accused of role in Wash. trooper’s killing PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (AP) — Police investigating
More than 1M Ohioans lost employer-sponsored insurance the last decade
More than 1M Ohioans lost employer-sponsored insurance the last decade
March 15 is deadline to remove decorations from Canfield cemeteries
March 15 is deadline to remove decorations from Canfield cemeteries
V&M’s $650 million pipe mill ‘nearing completion’
V&M’s $65 million pipe mill ‘nearing completion’ YOUNGSTOWN V&M’s $65 million pipe mill is
Former Ohio wildlife officer convicted of trafficking in white-tailed deer
Former Ohio wildlife officer convicted of trafficking in white-tailed deer
NYC man guilty of assault in subway-train injury
NYC man guilty of assault in subway-train injury NEW YORK (AP) — A man accused of shoving a woman
Boardman's Bailey has big morning at state swimming prelims
Boardman's Bailey has big morning at state swimming prelims.
Arum: Pavlik to make ring return on April 14 in Las Vegas
Arum: Pavlik to make ring return on April 14 in Las Vegas
Costner sculpture dispute heads to SD high court
Costner sculpture dispute heads to SD high court RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — The South Dakota Supreme
Mayor to wait on deciding whether to discipline Macejko
Mayor to wait on deciding whether to discipline Macejko Youngstown Mayor Charles Sammarone said he
‘Friends of Syria’ to call for UN to plan missions
‘Friends of Syria’ to call for UN to plan missions TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — The nations that make up
Bloomberg: NYPD’s monitoring of Muslims was legal
Bloomberg: NYPD’s monitoring of Muslims was legal NEW YORK (AP) — Mayor Michael Bloomberg says a
NYC prosecutors seek 23-year term for drug lord
NYC prosecutors seek 23-year term for drug lord NEW YORK (AP) — Federal prosecutors in New York
LOUIE TODAY: Vindy's Dave Skolnick, YSU's Paul Sracic
Vindicator politics writer and columnist Dave Skolnick and Prof. Paul Sracic, chair of Youngstown State University's political science and pre-law center, will join Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, today for a lively discussion of the upcoming primary and the Valley's most colorful races.
Cops in riot gear break up Orlando shoe riots
Cops in riot gear break up Orlando shoe riots ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — More than 100 law enforcement
Actor James Woods to testify on RI legislation
Actor James Woods to testify on RI legislation PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island officials say
Former Zetas will discuss reactivation
Former Zetas will discuss reactivation YOUNGSTOWN There will be an informal meeting at 3 p.m.
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Youngstown Branch, will meet at 10 a.m.
Sponcil-Kline wedding will be open to public
NEW WATERFORD, OHIO Marjorie Sponcil of New Waterford, Ohio, is announcing the engagement of her
Plans announced for Kagarise, Kulik wedding
The engagement of Sarah Anne Kagarise and Ryan Albert Kulik, both of Austintown, is being announced
Miss Morrison, Mr. Blackburn set wedding date
AIKEN, S.C. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Morrison of Aiken, S.C., announce the engagement of their
June wedding for Ashley Cox and Michael Anglin
The parents of Ashley Nicole Cox and Michael Casey Anglin, both of Sharpsville, Pa., are announcing
US stock futures rise ahead of economic data
US stock futures rise ahead of economic data NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock market futures are gaining
Dog that killed newborn seized from new owner
Dog that killed newborn seized from new owner MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) — A dog that fatally bit a
German firm starts building factory in W. Pa.
German firm starts building factory in W. Pa. MARS, Pa. (AP) — A German company is building a
Police: Fisherman found dead in reservoir
Police: Fisherman found dead in reservoir RIDGWAY, Pa. (AP) — Police say a western Pennsylvania
Twin teens attacked by gang; one knocked unconscious
Warren school officials are investigating an assault Wednesday afternoon involving twin 17-year-old boys who were attacked by six students on Buckeye Street Northwest, knocking one of them unconscious.
GIRLS tournament BASKETBALL | THURSDAY’S sectionals
The Ursuline and South Range high school girls basketball teams both surged to early leads to record victories Thursday in the Division III tournament at Mineral Ridge High School.
Ex-police chief Hughes bashes OT cuts
Had his successor kept certain overtime initiatives in place, some violent crimes — including the murder of a 17-year-old — would have been prevented, retired police Chief Jimmy Hughes said.
Official: Macejko should retain endorsement
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City Prosecutor Jay Macejko should retain
YSU, Perry have the Wright stuff
The Youngstown State men’s basketball team hadn’t scored in exactly three minutes and 47 seconds — “An assistant coach keeps that stuff for us,” Penguins coach Jerry Slocum said afterward — and a 10-point lead over Wright State had dwindled to four with under two minutes left.
Engineer is Girard's oldest employee
Seven mechanical engineering certificates from seven states hang on a wall in Dave Hall’s office in the old portion of city hall.
Howland bests rival Harding with star-powered offense
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com AKRON The third quarter was a mixed bag of emotions for
Gagne makes her points in Lakeview victory
By JON MOFFETT sports@vindy.com ANDOVER Ever since Ali Gagne was a little girl she has dreamed
Boardman officials make use of iPads
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Residents attending township-trustee meetings
Mahoning officials reject proposed pact over raises
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners voted to
Rebels, Reserve advance in D-IV sectional
By Lowell Spencer sports@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP The Crestview High girls basketball team
Girard BOE OKs increase in open enrollment
By ROBERT GUTTERSOHN rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard In an attempt to combat the departure of
Third time’s a charm as Poland upsets Wildcats
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindy.com austintown Some say one of the hardest tasks, in any sport,
Youngstgown schools' academic plan’s aim to engage public OK’d
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The state superintendent approved a portion of
Kasich: Improve job training
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich continued calls Thursday for an
UNION LEADER: USPS IGNORED INPUT, OUTCRY
The U.S. Postal Service will close mail handling and distribution operations at the Youngstown Post Office on South Walnut Street, downtown.
Don’t be a twit on Twitter
Opinion: It should be painfully obvious to adults involved in politics that cell phones and computers can be
GM uses global resources for Cruze diesel
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Lordstown The Chevrolet Cruze diesel will be built in
Years Ago
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newsmakers
newsmakers Jagger on Obama’s singing: ‘courageous’ WASHINGTON The reviews are in, and Mick
“memphis” (9 p.m., pbs): The latest installment of “Great Performances” puts
“memphis” (9 p.m., pbs): The latest installment of “Great Performances” puts the spotlight on
Goodwill’s annual gala and auction this weekend
The annual Junior Group of Goodwill Antique and Collectible Auction will be on Friday and Saturday
St. Christine kindergartners celebrate 100 days
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When the kindergartners at St. Christine’s began school in
Edelweiss Quartet, Frank Ohl students make music
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The musical group Edelwiess Quartet visited Frank Ohl
Local auctioneer opens ByceAuction and Realty
Local auctioneer opens ByceAuction and Realty Jeff Byce, an auctioneer based in Youngstown, has
Boardman briefs
Local auctioneer opens ByceAuction and Realty Jeff Byce, an auctioneer based in Youngstown, has
Canfield briefs
Local auctioneer opens ByceAuction and Realty Jeff Byce, an auctioneer based in Youngstown, has
Boardman speech team sends four to nationals
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Area speech teams gathered at Boardman High School on Feb. 17 with
Flag football teams play in national competition
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Two teams from the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association made
Fourth-graders celebrate Chinese New Year
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com In China on Jan. 23, the cultural and religious celebration of
Flag football teams play in national competition
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Two teams from the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association made
Flag football team play in national competition
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Two teams from the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association made
Boardman wrestlers keep it all in the family
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com Unlike almost any other high school sport, wrestling is
Boardman Center Middle School high honor roll
5TH GRADE HIGH HONOR ROLL Riley Adamowicz Emma Arduin Andy Beichner Lauren Cammarata
Drennan to speak
Drennan to speak Bruce Drennan from All Bets Are Off on Sports Time Ohio will be the guest speaker
Austintown briefs
Local auctioneer opens ByceAuction and Realty Jeff Byce, an auctioneer based in Youngstown, has
Canfield speech team sends three to nationals
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Area speech teams gathered at Boardman High School on Feb. 17 with
Flag football teams play in national competition
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Two teams from the Youngstown Youth Flag Football Association made
Canfield sports briefs
Cardinals end season with loss to Aurora The Canfield Cardinals could only muster 11 shots in a
Dobbins fourth-graders excel at regional Math 24 event
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com After a five-year break, the regional Math 24 competition
Canfield wrestlers advance to districts
The wrestling season will continue for three Canfield varsity wrestlers after they qualified for
Boardman junior high wrestlers place EOWL
Both Boardman middle school wrestling teams ended their season with a good showing at the Eastern
CAMPAIGN FINANCE || Pre-primary reports
Candidates running in the March 6 primary had to file campaign finance reports for activity between Jan. 1 and Feb. 15. The deadline was Thursday.
Roush trio dominates Daytona qualifying races
Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. Roush Fenway Racing will have three cars at the front of
Higher gas prices cloud Obama’s re-election hopes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Soaring gasoline prices are threatening to undercut President
Rotary comes to the aid of Poorest of the Poor
The Girard/Liberty Rotary Club and the Warren Family Mission collected two truckloads of clothing
Gains, Greene, Ditzler lead in funding
In the hotly contested and contentious Mahoning County prosecutor’s Democratic primary, incumbent Paul J. Gains raised and spent more money during the first month and a half of the year than his challenger.
Twin brothers, 17, attacked at bus stop
Staff report WARREN Warren school officials are investigating an assault Wednesday afternoon
Selected local stocks
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A sixth tral is unusual, but necessary in Mahoning case
Editorial: The concept of double jeopardy — that a person cannot be “subject for the same offence to be twice
Cleaning up voter rolls
Opinion: Cleaning up voter rolls Herald-Dispatch, Huntington, W.Va.: News reports about voting fraud in
Santorum flip-flops big time
Opinion: WASHINGTON I was getting ready to write something nice about Rick Santorum. Then Rick Santorum
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Lowellville school board, curriculum meeting at 10:45 a.m. in library/media
A serious matter
Opinion: By Anne Michaud Newsday Within minutes of singer Chris Brown’s appearance on the 2012 Grammy
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Abe Vigoda is 91. Actor Steven Hill (“Law and Order”) is 90. Actor Dominic
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Medea,” 7:30 p.m.: A modern take on the classic Greek tragedy
Black history tainted
Opinion: Black History Month honors the achievements of African Americans throughout history and that is a
Gas supplies up
Gas supplies up NEW YORK Natural-gas supplies have expanded tremendously with a boom in North
Obama apologizes for burning of Quran; Afghan kills 2 US troops
President Barack Obama apologized Thursday for the burning of copies of the Muslim holy book at a U.S. military base this week, as violent protests raging nationwide led a man dressed in an Afghan army uniform to kill two U.S. troops.
Bill to reform costly postal pension system languishes in Congress
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN While Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill
USW local OKs pact with Commercial Metal Forming
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN United Steelworkers Local 2332-1, which represents about 95 workers at
Probe into burglaries in Boardman continues
Staff report BOARDMAN Police are continuing to investigate a string of breaking-and-entering
WORLD DIGEST || John Edwards sex tape to be destroyed
John Edwards sex tape to be destroyed RALEIGH, N.C. The purported sex tape of former
Funny business
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com WARREN Eric Thompson of Newton Falls is a comedian-
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bradley H. Patterson, 31, of 69 Indianola Road,
Reciting a long list of dislikes
Opinion: Reciting a long list of dislikes I would like to respond to Thomas Sowell’s Feb. 15 column in
Fitch, Hubbard, Struthers seeking state trip
Based on the strength of sectional scores, the Struthers and Fitch boys as well as the Fitch and Hubbard girls could walk away with district titles at this weekend’s Northeastern Ohio district bowling tournament at AMF Twin Star Lanes in Kent.
Surplus food
Surplus food Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 10 a.m.
Big 2nd half aids Wright State vs. Penguins
Staff report DAYTON Wright State used runs of 10-0 and 13-0 in the second half to pull away and
Copter crash one of Marines’ deadliest in years
Associated Press SAN DIEGO A collision that killed seven Marines in one of the Marine Corps’
Lamont McQueen, 20, indicted in most recent shooting death
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the 20-year-old man who admitted to police he shot the city’s most-recent homicide victim.
Boniface, Canfield relay advance to swim finals
Staff report canton Canfield’s 400-yard freestyle relay and Mooney junior Joe Boniface both
Study: Santorum, Gingrich plans would greatly expand US debt
Massive tax cuts proposed by GOP presidential candidates Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum would cause the national debt to explode, while Mitt Romney’s budget plan could generate red ink in line with current projections, according to a new study released Thursday.
On the tracks | This weekend’s auto races
NASCAR SPRINT CUP DAYTONA 500 Site: Daytona Beach. Fla. Schedule: Today, practice (Speed, 11
Real soldiers make bad actors
By Rick Bentley McClatchy Newspapers It was only a matter of time before the popularity of
Job fair targets military vets
By Chelsea Miller cmiller@vindy.com Vienna Sean Hays served a year in the Army before he was
Mill Creek center receives grants
Staff report Youngstown Millcreek Children’s Center has received a series of grants to help the
Pepsi’s ‘midcalorie’ drink aims to lure back soda drinkers
Associated Press NEW YORK Pepsi is hoping to win back soda drinkers with a compromise. Some
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Man faces charges in theft of ring
Man faces charges in theft of ring BOARDMAN A 30-year-old Canfield man faces a felony theft
Eagle project to remember 9/11
As James Mullarkey moved up the ranks in Boy Scout Troop 115, an idea for the perfect Eagle Scout project began to take shape.
Sex offender pleads guilty
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CLEVELAND A registered sex offender, who was arrested
Country crooner’s best move was to go to Cracker Barrel Cracker’s Carroll
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Literally the first thing country crooner Jason Michael
Cupid’s arrow lands at Watson
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Kindergartners and first-graders at Watson Elementary
North Elementary students enjoy a ‘FAN-tastic’ day
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Officials at North Elementary on Feb. 15 offered their students a
Watson students collect change for a cause
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com During the week of Feb. 10, the students at Watson Elementary
Three youth wrestlers place at state tournament
The Canfield Wrestling Club placed three wrestlers and finished seventh in the team standings during
Hilltop marks Valentine’s with cards, crafts and candy
By ABBY SLANKER neighboors@vindy.com The fluttering wings of Cupid could be heard up and down
Stadium students celebrate Valentine’s Day
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com A love bug came to bite the students at Stadium Drive Elementary
Poland sends two wrestlers to Division II districts
The Poland wrestling team qualified two wrestlers to this weekend’s Division II district tournament
Goodwill’s gala and auction this weekend
The annual Junior Group of Goodwill Antique and Collectible Auction will be Friday and Saturday at
Poland sports briefs
Poland girls basketball round-up On Jan. 23, the Poland girls seventh-grade basketball team lost
Poland Presbyterian hosts Valentine’s Dinner
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Love was in the air at Poland Presbyterian Church on Feb. 12, as
CHC students honor St. Valentine
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Saint Valentine would have been proud of the students at
Union students enjoy Disney dance party
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com This fall, the students at Union Elementary were encouraged to get
Canfield swimmers advance to state meet
Six members of the Canfield boys swimming and diving team will competing in this weekend’s state
Goodwill’s annual gala and auction this weekend
The annual Junior Group of Goodwill Antique and Collectible Auction will be on Friday and Saturday
Frank Ohl celebrates love and anti-bullying
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The students at Frank Ohl Intermediate celebrated Valentine’s
Austintown sports briefs
Drennan to speak Bruce Drennan from All Bets Are Off on Sports Time Ohio will be the guest speaker
Fitch sends two wrestlers to districts
By ERIC HAMILTON ehamilton@vindy.com It’s been a long season for Fitch wrestling coach Brett
Hilltop scientists present their results
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The multi-purpose room at Hilltop Elementary School was
Thursday, February 23 (110 stories)
Girard plans to tackle open enrollment losses
In an attempt to combat the departure of students from the school district, the board of education has approved increasing the maximum number of students it accepts through open enrollment by 34.
High supply leads to lower natural gas prices
High supply leads to lower natural gas prices NEW YORK Natural gas supplies have expanded
Mahoning grand jury indicts man charged in Youngstown's latest homicide
Mahoning County grand jury indicts man charged in Youngstown's latest homicide
Austintown man pleads guilty for possession of child porn
Austintown man pleads guilty for possession of child porn
Possible suspect in Wash. trooper death shoots self
Possible suspect in Wash. trooper death shoots self PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (AP) — A possible suspect
Ohio police: ‘Seinfeld’ actor von Bargen shot self
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5 killed, 4 injured in northern NJ house fire
5 killed, 4 injured in northern NJ house fire SOUTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. (AP) — A fast-burning fire
LA teacher arrested for alleged sex with students
LA teacher arrested for alleged sex with students MONTEBELLO, Calif. (AP) — A female high school
Ex-Pa. cop will get life sentence for fatal shooting
Ex-Pa. cop will get life sentence for fatal shooting
With cameras, informants, NYPD eyed mosques
With cameras, informants, NYPD eyed mosques NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Hundreds of secret New York Police
Ex-Somali PM won’t contest war crime claims in US
Ex-Somali PM won’t contest war crime claims in US ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A nearly eight-year legal
Cops: Conn. hospital official disciplined shooter
Cops: Conn. hospital official disciplined shooter NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (AP) — A hospital maintenance
Residents fear drilling ruined their drinking water
Residents fear drilling ruined their drinking water PITTSBURGH (AP) — At least 10 households in
Produce giveaway Friday in Warren
Produce giveaway Friday in Warren The Warren Family Mission, in conjunction with the Second
Mahoning commissioners reject labor deal with auditor's office workers
Mahoning commissioners reject labor deal with auditor's office workers
Obama to address gas prices, pitch energy policy
Obama to address gas prices, pitch energy policy WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is
Former U.Va. lacrosse player faces 26 years
Former U.Va. lacrosse player faces 26 years CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — A former University of
Wash. trooper shot, killed in traffic stop
Wash. trooper shot, killed in traffic stop SEATTLE (AP) — A Washington state trooper making a
7 Marines killed in chopper collision in Arizona
7 Marines killed in chopper collision in Arizona SAN DIEGO (AP) — Seven Marines were killed late
Rapid-fire attacks across Iraq kill 50 people
Rapid-fire attacks across Iraq kill 50 people BAGHDAD (AP) — A rapid series of attacks spread over
US stock futures rise as fear wanes over Greece
US stock futures rise as fear wanes over Greece NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock futures rose today
7 Marines Dead in Helicopter Crash
7 Marines Dead in Helicopter Crash A helicopter collision has claimed the lives of seven Marines.
Syrian forces shell Homs as crisis in city deepens
Syrian forces shell Homs as crisis in city deepens BEIRUT (AP) — Warnings from Syrian activists of
2 military helicopters collide in southeast Calif.
2 military helicopters collide in southeast Calif. YUMA, Ariz. (AP) — A military official says two
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Joshua and Jamie (McKeehan) Massie of Belmont, Calif. are announcing the birth of their second son,
Historical society announces new fundraiser
NILES The Niles Historical Society is selling 16-inch-by-15-inch microfiber cloths as a fundraiser
Dog that fatally bit newborn in Pa. gets new home
Dog that fatally bit newborn in Pa. gets new home MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) — The dog police say
Police: Man gave girls piercings for pictures
Police: Man gave girls piercings for pictures BALDWIN, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man is
Steelers, casino foot bill for free transit rides
Steelers, casino foot bill for free transit rides PITTSBURGH (AP) — Rides will be free on the
Phone numbers added for ordering kolachi
Phone numbers added for ordering kolachi boardman Simon Road Church of God, 4750 Simon Road, is
Candidates defend their backgrounds
Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains and his challenger, city Prosecutor Jay Macejko, touted their credentials and traded barbs in a live, one-hour televised debate.
Hazing culture ascribed to need to fit in
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Tradition and a need to belong are some of the
Group offers bold plan for improving city schools
A draft improvement plan for the city schools is a start, but representatives of a Cincinnati-based education-reform organization advocate an even bolder approach.
YOUNG GUNS
Canfield swimmers — mostly — lack state meet experience, but that hasn’t stopped them from setting big goals
Harvest for Hunger kicks off campaign
The Caring Hands food pantry at First Church of Christ in East Palestine is one of the 173 food-distribution organizations served by Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, which kicked off its 21st annual Harvest for Hunger campaign Wednesday.
Actor’s mom awaits word on home
Alicia Warden, the mother of comedian-actor Tracy Morgan, is still waiting to find out whether she’ll be allowed to remain in her South Side home.
SIGN OF FAITH
Many people wore a sign of their faith on Ash Wednesday. It was a dark smudge in the form of a cross on their foreheads.
Youngstown State women’s soccer program adds 9 players
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State has added nine recruits for women’s soccer for the 2012
YSU union attorney objects to comment
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The attorney for the Association of
Poland junior Celia Melillo places 22nd in state diving
Staff report CANTON Poland High junior Celia Melillo finished in 22nd place in the Division II
Phantoms face big road weekend
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BOARDMAN As the third quarter of their season winds down
Youngstown State women hope for first-round home game
On Monday afternoon, as her coach was telling reporters some of the positive things he took from Saturday’s loss to nationally-ranked Green Bay, Youngstown State junior Brandi Brown put her face in her hands and shook her head.
Couple will continue to fight Ohio Edison
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A Boardman couple will continue their fight against
Watch what you text
The term is more common at a childhood playground than in a professional political spat.
Farmers opens Boardman office
Three days after the company’s 125th anniversary, Farmers National Banc Corp., along with Farmers Trust Co., had a ribbon- cutting ceremony at its new location on McClurg Road.
Heartburn drugs can increase fracture risk
Q. I have just read that powerful acid- suppressing drugs are linked to hip fractures. My doctor
Keselowski and Kahne have wild rides
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. Brad Keselowski survived a close call
The late, great Boots Bell gets shout-out from Ed O’Neill
Boots Bell, the late and legendary Youngstown rock-radio disc jockey, left an impression on a lot of
Poll: Improving economy benefits Obama
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Barack Obama is reaping political benefits from the
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 22.16 .03 Avalon
Liberty Township’s 911 system needs independent evaluation
Editorial: There are facts and there are opinions surrounding Liberty Township’s 911 emergency telephone
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Gable group starts sculpture campaign CADIZ, Ohio The Clark Gable Foundation in
Republican candidates are miscast
Opinion: WASHINGTON The Midwest begins on the western slopes of the Allegheny Mountains, around Rick
Festival speakers
Festival speakers WARREN Francis Dorsey, director and co-founder of the African Community
Crohn’s workshop
Crohn’s workshop INDEPENDENCE The Northeast Ohio Chapter of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation
Scholarship applications
Scholarship applications MERCER, PA. The trustees of the UPMC Horizon Medical Staff Scholarship
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Why do stand-up? Ask comedian Frank Vignola
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Comedian Frank Vignola is every bit of a funnyman as he
Romney, Santorum swap charges
Associated Press MESA, Ariz. Primed for a fight, Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum traded fiery
ODDLY ENOUGH
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Ex-owner of bowling alley pleads
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Train crash in Argentina kills 49
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Don’t fall for corporate tax rate spin
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Color the Democrats purple
Opinion: WASHINGTON Far more Americans favor Democrats over Republicans. For decades, the number of
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, food,
‘Fairness’ a fraud
Opinion: During a recent Fox News Channel debate about the Obama administration’s tax policies, Democrat Bob
ash wednesday | Determining date of Easter
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Boosting the housing market
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Shelling in Homs, Syria, kills 1 American, 1 French journalist
Associated Press BEIRUT Syrian gunners pounded an opposition stronghold where the last
Feeling left out could lead kids to opt out of physical activity Studying obesity
By Cheryl Powell McClatchy-Tribune AKRON The kid who never gets the ball tossed to him on the
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AUDITIONS
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Avalon at Buhl, 1030 Forker Blvd., Hermitage, Pa.; 724-981-6700
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W.Va. mine boss charged in fatal blast
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Home sales rose in Jan.
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN High temperatures and low interest rates led to skyrocketing January
GOP House speaker apologizes after joke
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Obama seeks corporate tax cut, loophole limits
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Engage in courageous, open and honest conversations about race, equity, resources, access and
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Civility is an American trait
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Annual home and garden show begins Friday
Staff report Boardman The Home Builders and Remodelers Association of the Valley will have its
Portman seeks help for Delphi retirees
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RUST BELT THEATER COMPANY One man show proves Joki is ‘Not That Girl’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Rust Belt Theater Company will present Robert Dennick Joki’s “one
ODNR issues permits for 3 wells in Columbiana Co.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has granted permits for three new Utica Shale wells to Chesapeake Exploration LLC, a subsidiary of Oklahoma City-based Chesapeake Energy Corp.
Wednesday, February 22 (98 stories)
Mahoning Prosecutor candidates defend their backgrounds
Mahoning Prosecutor candidates defend their backgrounds
Police: Girl forced to run 3 hours dies; 2 charged
Police: Girl forced to run 3 hours dies; 2 charged
Pa. judge accused of dismissing own tickets suspended
Pa. judge accused of dismissing own tickets suspended
Former Mercer Co. bowling alley owner pleads in minors case
Former Mercer Co. bowling alley ownner pleads in minors case
Oct. 9 trial set for Ohio teen in Craigslists attacks
Oct. 9 trial set for Ohio teen in Craigslists attacks
Sen. Portman backing Delphi retirees
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Jordan Brown trial to be closed to the public
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Two Mahoning County judges appointed to panel to study court funding
Two Mahoning County judges appointed to panel to study court funding
Roemer leaving GOP, but not presidential campaigns
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Tribe seeks order to limit beer sales in Neb. town
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Two more in hazing case turn themselves in
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Panel: Seniors should get whooping cough shots
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With Mardi Gras a memory, New Orleans sobers up
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Ga. cops: 2 kids missing after helper drives off
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Asked about NYPD spying in NJ, ex-chief hangs up
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US stocks fall as Europe frets over Greece
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Steelworkers in Canton approve contract
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Journey drummer ordered to anger management
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Indiana lawmaker says Girl Scouts promote Planned Parenthood
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LOUIE TODAY: Fixing America and Oz
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Ark. man charged with murder of teen he met online
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Judge to rule on Wash. pharmacies selling Plan B
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Pretrial program deal set in horse slaughter case
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Fugitive who once faked suicide arrested again
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Vet charged in killings wants to represent self
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Georgia man to plead in Pa. homeless check scam
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FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Beaver Creek Sportsman Club, 14480 Washingtonville Road, Washingtonville, will serve
Parents, commitment key to improving Youngstown schools, expert says
Key ingredients to improve Youngstown city schools are engaged parents and a commitment to long-term involvement, a longtime community organizer contends.
Fitch Falcons snap streak
For eight minutes, the spirit and intensity of the Steel Valley Conference was reborn as former rivals Boardman and Fitch engaged in a heated battle on the Falcons’ basketball court.
Racist text riles race for Mahoning County prosecutor
The heat has been turned up in the race for Mahoning County prosecutor.
Defense reigns for Falls, YCS in tourney tune-up
Late in the third quarter Tuesday night, near the end of a stretch where his team scored two points in 13 minutes, Youngstown Christian boys basketball coach Dolph Carroll called a timeout, grabbed a clipboard, crouched in front of his team and started banging the clipboard on the floor.
Betras apologizes for insults to candidate
Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras mocked a county commissioner candidate about his appearance and his chances of winning the March 6 primary and used a variety of insults, including expletives, in a series of text messages.
Ex-QB Hipple gives YSU audience hope
Like a true athlete, Eric Hipple worked up a sweat giving his presentation on depression and its most extreme scenario — suicide — to a group of mostly students at Youngstown State’s Kilcawley Center on Tuesday night.
Salem nursing student, friend injured while helping motorist
A Salem woman and a friend, acting as Good Samaritans helping an injured driver, were seriously injured early Monday when they jumped off an Interstate 79 overpass fearing they would be struck by a oncoming tractor-trailer truck.
Springfield seniors survive final scare
It didn’t turn out to be a simple win, even though it looked like it could have been. Still, Tom Mastran won’t soon forget his last home game at Springfield High.
Kasich signs bill; pit bulls removed from list
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Gov. John Kasich has signed into law a long-debated bill
Jacubec’s 37 points ignite Struthers win
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com LIBERTY Senior guard Jake Jakubec closed out an outstanding
Parents urged to organize to save Youngstown schools
Key ingredients to improve Youngstown city schools are engaged parents and a commitment to long-term involvement, a longtime community organizer contends.
Former YSU union treasurer pleads guilty
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The former treasurer of a Youngstown State
Hubbard officials seek to regulate Internet cafes
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard The city council is looking to regulate
Ohio election law opponents: Referendum cannot be pulled from Nov. ballot
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The group behind an effort to repeal controversial,
Mahoning Valley sales tax revenue surged in 2011
Sales-tax revenue generated at shopping centers such as The Shops at Boardman Park helped Mahoning County’s share grow to nearly $30 million in 2011.
Show teaches teens about business
Staff report KENT Teens can discover how to launch their own successful microbusiness in the new
MVBRB takes to the Lake for a delicious burger
The Mahoning Valley Burger Review Board had its monthly meeting in the rustic setting of Mecca’s second-oldest standing building, The Lake Tavern. Owner John Palasics greeted us and gave a history lesson on the building. He and wife Kelly, bought the tavern eight years ago and did major renovations to turn it into the fun, family-friendly establishment it is today.
Indians expect to contend in AL Central
On a cinder-block wall adjacent to the front entrance of the Indians’ training complex, a large script “I” has been replaced this year by a block “C,” which, of course, stands for Cleveland.
Sugarland attorneys: Injured fans share blame
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS Attorneys for country duo Sugarland said concert-goers were at
Dog found shot to death on East Side
Staff report Youngstown A necropsy revealed no bite marks and no bullet fragments in the dog
Ohio couple sentenced in son’s drowning
Associated Press ZANESVILLE, Ohio An Ohio woman and her husband were each sentenced Tuesday to
Outrage over monitoring of Muslim students
Associated Press NEW YORK New York City’s mayor faced off with the president of Yale University
As Ohio’s first casino shapes up, what’s on deck? Lots of slots
Associated Press CLEVELAND A former Cleveland department store that once had a starring
Few Ohio counties use funds to find sex offenders
Associated Press DAYTON, Ohio Only 13 of Ohio’s 88 counties have used available federal funds
POLICE CALLS
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Dow breaks 13,000 points but can’t hold onto gains
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These guys scout Valley for the best hamburgers
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OSU rebounds with a hot shooting night
Associated Press COLUMBUS This time, Ohio State hit shots. As a result, Illinois had no
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Debate starts big week for Romney
McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON Mitt Romney will face his three Republican rivals today in a
Salem band breezes home to get away from the party
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South Range schools to get tunnel
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IRS issues lien of $27K against engineer-hopeful Ginnetti
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Internal Revenue Service has a $27,687
“American Idol” (8 p.m., fox): And you thought tensions were high during Hollywood Week.
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Journalist’s risks good for all of us
Opinion: In April, the prize-winning New York Times correspondent Anthony Shadid was asked, on the NPR talk
Another view of fracking
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Orange crush
Get to know, love these citrus fruits KNOW YOUR ORANGES Buy fruit that is heavy for its size and
We love burgers
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Two legendary actors — Christopher Plummer and Max von Sydow — are competing for the
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FDA: New suppliers to ease shortage of 2 cancer medications
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Federal regulators have approved new suppliers for two crucial
US softens stance on arms for Syrians
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NEWSMAKERS
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Hughes, Greene make strong bids for sheriff; Greene gets nod
Editorial: Randall Wellington became sher- iff of Mahoning County in 1999 at a dark time for the office. His
HBA home show
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Victim Jeremiah Allen left hospital, is arrested
Staff report WARREN Jeremiah Allen, 18, of Warren suffered critical injuries from being shot in
America’s power and global influence waning
Opinion: By Rosa Brooks Los Angeles Times Is America in decline? Is our global influence waning? Expect
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
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Agenda Thursday
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Jamison, Irving rally Cavs rally past Detroit
Associated Press CLEVELAND Less than halfway through his rookie season in the NBA, Kyrie Irving
Pens’ playoff mindset pays off
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh Penguins coach Dan Bylsma took a playoff-like approach to
New look in care for kids
Tiana’s eyes lit up when she saw the huge fish on the walls of her examination room in the Radiology Department at Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.
Hostess targets workers
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Here’s a case of good news oozing out of bad news, and vice versa.
Divine Wine
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Study: Fracking itself not cause of contamination
A new study by the Energy Institute at the University of Texas at Austin has found no evidence of aquifer contamination from hydraulic-fracturing chemicals in the subsurface as a result of horizontal fracturing, commonly referred to as fracking.
Church celebrates Shrove Tuesday
It doesn’t matter what you call it — Fat Tuesday or Shrove Tuesday. It’s all about the feast before the fast.
US apologizes for burning of Qurans
Associated Press KABUL The U.S. apologized Tuesday for the burning of Muslim holy books that had
METRO DIGEST || Trucker cited
Trucker cited YOUNGSTOWN A 57-year-old trucker has been cited in the Feb. 14 accident along
Pentagon hits panic button
Opinion: By James Jay Carafano Heritage Foundation Washington is about to hand America’s enemies — at
Beaver district out of emergency
Staff report Lisbon After just more than two years in fiscal emergency, the state auditor’s
It’s easy to put produce on your plate for less
Family Features Do you eat enough fruits and vegetables every day? According to the U.S.
Tuesday, February 21 (100 stories)
Seeking youth for 4-H robotics club
Trumbull County 4-H invites youth ages 8 to 18 to join a robotics club designed to engage youth in using science, technology, engineering and math to build Lego robots.
Hubbard council begins push to regulate Internet cafes
Hubbard council begins push to regulate Internet cafes
New law eliminates vicious dog designation for pit bulls
Gov. John Kasich has signed into law a long-debated bill removing pit bulls from the state’s definition of vicious dog.
Wine and beer taste fundraiser planned
Wine and beer taste fundraiser planned YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Area Grocers Association and
First Niles Financial Inc. releases financial results for 2011
First Niles Financial Inc. releases financial results for 2011 NILES First Niles Financial Inc.,
Trucker cited in 711 ramp accident that closed I-680
Trucker cited in 7-11 ramp accident that closed I-680
Dog found shot on the East Side
Dog found shot on the East Side Youngstown Police found a dog dead earlier today on the city’s
DA: Argument prompted father's fatal shooting in Pa.
DA: Argument prompted father's fatal shooting in Pa.
Dow breaks 13,000 for the first time since '08 crisis
Dow breaks 13,000 for the first time since 2008 crisis
Nonprofit to study Pa. gas drilling, public health
Nonprofit to study Pa. gas drilling, public health
Judge in Texas rules terror bomb suspect competent
Judge in Texas rules terror bomb suspect competent LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — A federal judge in West
Ex-judge in Mass. defends forced abortion ruling
Ex-judge in Mass. defends forced abortion ruling BOSTON (AP) — A retired Massachusetts judge is
Judge will decide on moving Syracuse slander suit
Judge will decide on moving Syracuse slander suit SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — A judge has reserved
Ohio couple sentenced to 12-year prison terms in boys' deaths
Ohio couple sentenced to 12-year prison terms in boys' deaths
Pa. Christian college sues over birth-control regs
Pa. Christian college sues over birth-control regs
4.0 earthquake in Missouri shakes 9 states
4.0 earthquake in Missouri shakes 9 states ST. LOUIS (AP) — Just days after the 200th anniversary
Ohio's 1st casino shaping up; next comes the slots
Ohio's 1st casino shaping up; next comes the slots
Monitoring of Muslim students sparks outrage
Monitoring of Muslim students sparks outrage NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Yale University is objecting
Ohio teen sentenced in rape of child at Cincy McDonald's
Ohio teen sentenced in rape of child at Cincy McDonald's
Time change for Lowellville school board curriculum committee meeting
Time change for Lowellville school board curriculum committee meeting
OSHP troopers seize 100 pounds of marijuana from semi truck
OSHP troopers seize 100 pounds of marijuana from semi truck
Wash. Army commander removed over PTSD probe
Wash. Army commander removed over PTSD probe TACOMA, Wash. (AP) — The Army has removed the head of
Nursing student jumps from overpass to avoid truck
Nursing student jumps from overpass to avoid truck A Salem woman, a senior nursing student at
Man busted on drug warrant after casino win
Man busted on drug warrant after casino win ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) — A man accused of dealing drugs had
Suspect claims demon visited him before killing
Suspect claims demon visited him before killing DECATUR, Ga. (AP) — Prosecutors urged jurors on
Three injured in leap from I-79 overpass
Three injured in leap from I-79 overpass Two Waynesburg University senior nursing students were on
Jury process starts Tuesday in Philly priest case
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Baby sitter pleads no contest in baby death
Baby sitter pleads no contest in baby death CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A baby sitter has pleaded no-
YMTA plans honors recital
YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Music Teachers Association will host its Midwinter Honors Recital at
Argus 545 honors 11 members
Argus Lodge 545 of Canfield recently honored some of its members for outstanding service. Pictured
Local groups support World Spay Day
Local groups support World Spay Day NILES Two Warren groups will participate in World Spay Day,
N. Side foundry to close in 2013
A Parker Hannifin Corp. foundry on the city’s North Side will close early next year, the company said Monday.
For YSU student, program is a godsend
By LINDA M. LINONIS linonis@vindy.com youngstown For Charnitta Benson, the “structure,
Was Children Services duped?
Sheila Slawinski of suburban Cleveland says it appears to her that Trumbull County Children Services officials were duped by parents into thinking her nephew, 8-year-old Willie Robinson, was healthy in the months before he died.
Beatitude attitude
Beatitude House changes lives. It’s not just a catchy slogan but reality for women who have participated in the program.
Despite losses, Slocum pleased
The Youngstown State men’s basketball team has played 16 of its 27 games on the road.
Kids get to read to 4-footed audience
For nearly an hour, 4-year-old Bella sat quietly while a few children read to her.
McGlynn awaits free agency
Few football players participate in just 13 high school varsity games and then go on to qualify for a NFL pension.
Gains, Macejko argue their history at forum
Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul Gains said his opponent Jay Macejko has changed since leaving the county prosecutor’s office.
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Paris,’ ‘Descendants’ win WGA honors LOS ANGELES Woody Allen’s romantic fantasy
Betras will have to prove worth on elections board
Editorial: Here’s a piece of advice for Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted: Delete from your Rolodex the names
Gas prices rise
Gas prices rise YOUNGSTOWN Gas prices in the Mahoning Valley have jumped 5 cents in the past
Speedweeks opens strong for Busch
By JENNA FRYER Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. Kyle Busch twice appeared destined to
Sorvino’s tax-funded film finally debuts
Associated Press ALLENTOWN, Pa. Paul Sorvino might finally be over his trouble with “The Trouble
“This Means War” may not be Reese Witherspoon’s finest hour — it’s a
“This Means War” may not be Reese Witherspoon’s finest hour — it’s a glossy, noisy, love-triangle-
New push for drug legalization
Opinion: For the first time since the United States launched its “war on drugs” four decades ago, there are
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A referendum on Medicare
Opinion: Don’t look now, but the 2012 election is turning into a national referendum on what to do about
Sony pushes handheld gaming with Vita
By BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Sony is intensifying its push in handheld
Reliable transportation
Associated Press DETROIT Car shoppers today are less likely to end up with a lemon. In the
YouTube enlists help for original programs
Asssociated Press CULVER CITY, Calif. YouTube is enlisting Hollywood’s help to reach a
Academic hypocrisy alive and well
Opinion: It is fascinating to see people accusing others of things that they themselves are doing, especially
Celebrate this pathfinder
Opinion: Fremont (Neb.) Tribune: In a city named after “The Pathfinder” John C. Fremont, it is only fitting
Good sign: Forklift business picking up
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN What’s one inconspicuous way to tell the economy
ODOT director: Delays not due to gas-tax use
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s transportation director says proposed delays for millions of
Santorum seizes on social issues; Romney focuses on economy, jobs
Associated Press STEUBENVILLE, Ohio Philosophical differences between the top two Republican
televised DEBATE
televised DEBATE Who: Paul J. Gains, incumbent Mahoning County prosecutor, and Youngstown
birthdays
birthdays Record-company executive David Geffen is 69. Actress Tyne Daly is 66. Actor Alan Rickman
START ME UP
His best players from two years ago are gone. His best player from last year is gone. This season’s roster has just one senior and he starts three sophomores.
David Dermer | The Vindicator
David Dermer | The Vindicator Bill Leskanic, left, of Boardman and his dog, Periwinkle, listen as
oddly enough
oddly enough Polish folk-art society defends its ‘Oskar’ award WARSAW, Poland The head of a
Troop donates craft kits
When 11-year- old London Hairston walked into Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley on Monday, she was a volunteer instead of a patient.
David Dermer | The Vindicator
David Dermer | The Vindicator Nancy Wloch of Boardman points out a word to Cole, 5, left, and
Brookfield and United advance
By JIM FLICK sports@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Brookfield outscored Champion 14-6 in overtime to
Harvest for Hunger event set
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The kickoff of Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley’s 21st
St. Pat’s Parade
St. Pat’s Parade BOARDMAN The 34th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will step off at 1 p.m. March
Woman says ex-boyfriend ignores order, is stalker
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A Youngstown woman told police she is dealing with an ex-boyfriend who
McCain updates case in Egypt
McCain updates case in Egypt CAIRO Sen. John McCain said Monday that Egypt’s military rulers
Merger won’t affect health center
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The merger of Planned Parenthood of Central
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Youngstown Academy of Excellence school board, 3:30 p.m., 1408 Rigby St.
Pastors want reversal of birth-control rule
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. A group of evangelical pastors Monday joined Roman Catholic
Syrian forces mass for possible assault
Associated Press BEIRUT Syrian tanks and troops massed Monday outside the resistance stronghold
youngstown state university swimming Hill to defend diving title
Staff report Brown Deer, Wis. Youngstown State junior diver Casey Hill will look to defend her
A different view of fracking
Opinion: A different view of fracking The letter writer from Salem suggested the support of fracking from
Burnett ready for new start
Associated Press BRADENTON, Fla. A.J. Burnett was happy to escape from New York. “It was fun
Vonn starting to look ahead to 2014 Games
Associated Press KRASNAYA POLYANA, Russia Lindsey Vonn is in an Olympic frame of mind. While
Glenn talks to space-station crew members
Associated Press COLUMBUS NASA surprised John Glenn with the kind of anniversary gift only a
Pujols gets an early start
Associated Press TEMPE, Ariz. Decked out in Angels’ gear from head to toe, Albert Pujols looked
Nittany Lions dominate OSU, clinch Big Ten
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. After a tumultuous year on campus, the Penn State Lady Lions
Ohio could receive wastewater from NY
One might think fracking in New York would not have an impact on Ohio.
Poland residents want more information
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com POLAND As the March 6 election approaches, some residents
division iv Healthy and happy, Rockets soar
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BEAVER TWP. Healthy and hungry, Lowellville High’s girls
Star is mum about ‘Walking Dead’ secret
Andrew Lincoln, who stars as Sheriff Rick Grimes in “The Walking Dead,” says he loves a secret.
Federal lawsuit filed against McMenamy’s
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The U.S. Department of Labor has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that
Monday, February 20 (90 stories)
34th annual St. Patrick's Day parade is March 11 in Boardman
34th annual St. Patrick's Day parade is March 11 in Boardman
Glenn chats with space station to mark anniversary
Glenn chats with space station to mark anniversary
Planned Parenthood merger won't affect Youngstown operations
Planned Parenthood merger won't affect Youngstown operations
Paul Sorvino to debut film funded by Pa. taxpayers
Paul Sorvino to debut film funded by Pa. taxpayers
For car buyers, it's harder now to end up with a lemon
For car buyers, it's harder now to end up with a lemon
Pregnant woman, toddler killed in Ohio hit-and-run
Pregnant woman, toddler killed in Ohio hit-and-run
Oil prices jump to 9-month high after Iran cuts supply
Oil prices jump to 9-month high after Iran cuts supply
Police find remains of Ohio girl missing since 1999
Associated Press LIMA, Ohio Police say the skeleton of a 14-year-old Ohio runaway who went
Start of annual Harvest for Hunger campaign is Wednesday
Start of annual Harvest for Hunger campaign is Wednesday
Eastern Gateway hosts House Subcommittee on Feb. 27
Eastern Gateway hosts House Subcommittee on Feb. 27
Fire at Warren mill closes furnace for about a week
Fire at Warren mill closes furnace for about a week
Youngstown Community School 2012-13 registration begins Wednesday
Youngstown Community School registration begins Wednesday
Compensation possible from lawsuit against Austintown Quaker Steak & Lube
Compensation possible from lawsuit against Austintown Quaker Steak & Lube
WORTH A LOOK
BAZAARS Salem Memorial Building Association will host its annual Spring Arts & Crafts Bazaar from
Pancake fundraiser
Pancake fundraiser NORTH LIMA Safe at Last Dog Rescue and F5RS (Frisky Ferrets, Fuzzies &
Holborn Herb Growers Guild plans symposium to educate
herb symposium Schedule 9 to 9:30 a.m.: Tea, coffee, crumpets. 10 a.m.: Keith Kaiser on Roses.
Hubbard city police add technology to their arsenal
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Hubbard The Hubbard city police allege that for
Struthers looking to update park
Staff report struthers Struthers city administrators hope to update playground equipment at the
State set to release findings on local quakes
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources says it plans to release its report on the Youngstown earthquakes within weeks.
Ex-NFL QB to speak on depression, suicide
Ex-NFL QB to speak on depression, suicide YOUNGSTOWN Eric Hipple, former quarterback with the
Mom, baby and man found shot to death
Associated Press CLEVELAND A wanted man kid-napped his estranged girlfriend at gunpoint along
Lowdown on downtown Youngstown
Lowdown on downtown Youngstown: Urban rebirth accelerates, though marketing lags
video game review
“the darkness II” Grade: C Details: 2K Games, for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3; $59.99 When
In the 64th District primaries: Tom Letson and Randy Law
Editorial: Both Republicans and Democrats will have choices to make in the primary election for the 64th Ohio
Gunmen kill two judicial officials in Syria
Associated Press BEIRUT Gunmen in Syria staged a guerrilla-style ambush that killed a senior
US would be in harm’s way
Opinion: By JOHN B. QUIGLEY McClatchy-Tribune COLUMBUS, Ohio Current U.S. policy is to keep Israel
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Sheriff wants review of office management
Associated Press COLUMBUS The sheriff in Ohio’s capital city will have a management study
Aid Israel for attack on Iran
Opinion: Editor’s note: The writers are addressing the question, “Should the U.S. help Israel destroy Iran’s
FDA still has safety concerns about diet pill
Associated Press WASHINGTON Federal health officials say they still have safety concerns about
A day not to be forgotten
Opinion: I’ve told his story once or twice before, but I couldn’t let this anniversary date pass without
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board of Directors, 4:30 p.m., TMHA
Birthdays
Birthdays Actor Sidney Poitier is 85. Jazz and soul singer Nancy Wilson is 75. Singer-songwriter
Doctors took aim at wrong target
Opinion: Doctors took aim at wrong target Last Wednesday, a group of Mahoning Valley physicians led a
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted
U.S. Marshals Most Wanted The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the public to help
Roush Fenway at top of Daytona qualifiers
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. Carl Edwards had an inkling he might
Second Season
Most of the top seeds in high school girls basketball tournaments begin postseaon play this week
Associated Press
Associated Press VIENNA A senior U.N. nuclear official said Sunday he hoped for progress in
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bridge Weekly Quiz Answers Q. Neither vulnerable, as South you hold: xK 9 5 uK 10 5 vA K J 6 4
6 Dems vie for commissioner
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With Mahoning County Commissioner John McNally
LOTTERY
LOTTERY Saturday drawings Powerball23-28-50-56-59 Red Ball5 Jackpot in Wednesday’s Powerball
College teams set for conference tournaments
Staff report Bethany College and Thomas More College have earned the top seeds for the Presidents’
Haas wins at Riviera in stunning conclusion
Bill Haas knows anything is possible from even the most dire positions. Remember, this is the guy who only five months ago saved par with his ball partially submerged in a lake and won the FedEx Cup.
African American Achievers to be honored
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County African American Achievers Association will induct six
China caught in middle of dispute over Apple’s iPad
Chinese officials face a choice in Apple’s dispute with a local company over the iPad trademark — side with a struggling entity that a court says owns the name or with a global brand that has created hundreds of thousands of jobs in China.
App on iPad enlivens animal tales, drawings of Poland man
More than 15 years ago, a local artist sketched the life cycle of a bald eagle and wrote a short story to accompany the drawings. Now technology and software are bringing the tale to life.
Networking wonders
Social-media channels — Facebook, Twitter and others — have become business tools for nonprofits, enabling them to connect with their clientele quickly, cheaply and intimately.
Iran cuts oil exports to Britain, France
Associated Press TEHRAN, Iran Iran has halted oil shipments to Britain and France, the Oil
PSU-Shenango offers ‘Having Our Say’
Staff report Sharon, Pa. The Penn State Shenango Drama Club will have two productions this
Today is Presidents Day, so let’s think about the 43 men who have served as chief executive.
Today is Presidents Day, so let’s think about the 43 men who have served as chief executive. Someday
Nick Offerman is the deadpan he-man of ‘Parks and Recreation’ He’s the man
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK The nature of man- hood — understanding it,
There are reasons to like Ike
Opinion: WASHINGTON Two coming developments, one dismal and one excellent, pertain to America’s memory of a
Charity game will be aired
Staff report Youngstown The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley’s 8th annual Game of Hope
Romney faces questions about support
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa If Mitt Romney wins the Republican nomination for president,
Can stock market pick next president?
The number has been repeated so often by presidential prognosticators that it’s an article of faith: No president has been re-elected since World War II with an unemployment rate higher than 7.2 percent.
Lawsuits challenge new rules for school background checks
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. Some school employees who have criminal pasts are fighting to
US, Britain urge Israel not to launch an attack
Associated Press JERUSALEM The U.S. and Britain on Sunday urged Israel not to attack Iran’s
Irving’s free throws push Cavs past Kings
Associated Press CLEVELAND Kyrie Irving was calm and confident when he stepped to the foul line
3 skiers killed in Wash. avalanche
3 skiers killed in Wash. avalanche STEVENS PASS, Wash. Three skiers were killed Sunday when an
Indians looking for surprises in spring training
By Paul Hoynes Cleveland Plain Dealer GOODYEAR, Ariz. It is the unknown that makes the season
Health board retains auditor
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Mental Health Board
Jonzzon, Stenglein lead Phantoms
Staff report Ann Arbor, mich. Team USA was the only Eastern Conference opponent the Phantoms had
Men’s college basketball | Sunday’s games
BIG TEN No. 15 Wisconsin 65, Penn St. 55 MADISON, WIS. Josh Gasser scored 15 points, Jared
oddly enough
oddly enough NM woman heads to trial in theft of $2 pumpkin ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. A 23-year-old
Warren official holds out hope for charter vote
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN John Brown, one of the Warren City Council members who
Roy scores two as Sabres beat Pens
Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y. Sabres forward Derek Roy was still upset with himself after being
Bayne unhappy with qualifying
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. A late draw and a gust of wind may
Suspected of rape
Suspected of rape SHENANGO, PA Township police filed an arrest warrant for a 48-year-old New
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New Castle man faces indecent assault charges against 10-year-old
New Castle man faces indecent assault charges against 10-year-old New castle, PA A 31-year-old
Mercer County man killed in one-car accident
Mercer County man killed in one-car accident Staff Report COOLSPRING, PA A 58-year-old Mercer
Woman escapes sexual assault; New Castle man charged
Woman escapes sexual assault; New Castle man charged Staff report SHENANGO, Pa Township police
Ohio sheriff pays $3.8M in overtime, gives 62,000 hours of comp time
Ohio sheriff pays $3.8M in overtime, gives 62,000 hours of comp time Associated Press COLUMBUS
Option to explore charter government for Warren remains on table
Option to explore charter government for Warren remains on table By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com
Tammy Reed, Nicholas Lyons to wed in Texas
POLAND Ray and Valerie Reed of Poland are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of their
Courtney Takash, Jerad Jordan set May wedding day
HUBBARD Luke and Jolene Takash are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Lynn
Kilgore-Robinson wedding plans are announced
Lori Kilgore of Atlanta and Michael Kilgore of Columbus, along with Mark and Rosemary Robinson of
Inchak-Corll wedding will be summer event
AUSTINTOWN The parents of Monica Lisa Inchak, a Canfield resident, are announcing her engagement
50th anniversary of Yaksics is party occasion
NEW MIDDLETOWN Mike and Frances Yaksic of New Middletown celebrated the 50th anniversary of their
At Goodwill event you’ll be hunting for antiques
YOUNGSTOWN The Junior Group of Goodwill has scheduled its annual Gala and Antique and Collectible
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Austintown Senior Center, 100 Westchester Drive, has planned the following: Monday, Walking Club at
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY | Carl J. Pedaline
Residence: Youngstown. Birthday: Feb. 21, 1922. Spouse: Married Madelyn Hubert March 11, 1944.
Baby, mother, kidnapping suspect found dead in Ohio garage
Baby, mother, kidnapping suspect found dead in Ohio garage Associated Press CLEVELAND Police
Symphony programs to benefit from Trunk Show Extravaganza
YOUNGSTOWN A fundraising event has been scheduled to benefit the Youngstown Symphony’s education
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate members will watch a video on cooking with herbs at 12:30 p.m. The hostess is
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mary Church, 3504 Main St.,
FDA to study inhalable lipstick-style caffeine
FDA to study inhalable lipstick-style caffeine Associated Press BOSTON U.S. Food and Drug
SENIOR MENUS
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Mid-February gasoline prices hit historic high, may reach $4.25 by April
Mid-February gasoline prices hit historic high, may reach $4.25 by April NEW YORK (AP) — Gasoline
Downtown Youngstown lacks coordinated plan to market itself
Downtown Youngstown lacks coordinated plan to market itself By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com
ODNR plans to implement new regulations on injection wells
ODNR plans to implement new regulations on injection wells khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The
Former Detroit Lion to speak on depression, suicide at YSU
Former Detroit Lion to speak on depression, suicide at YSU Eric Hipple, former quarterback with
Villa Maria program will address how climate affects the poor
Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center will offer a program from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday on how climate change affects the world’s poor.
Warren Family Mission needs food donations for families
The Warren Family Mission is asking the public for food for its pantry, which is low on box and jar foods, such as macaroni and cheese, rices, beans, pasta, oatmeal, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, canned fruits, oatmeal, cereal, instant mashed potatoes, snacks, crackers, stews and soups.
Green Bay Phoenix rise, rally to beat YSU women in overtime
Green Bay Phoenix rise, rally to beat YSU women in overtime By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com
Mahoning County police offer safety tips on how to fend off a stalker
By John W. GOODWIN JR. and Elise Franco news@vindy.com Youngstown Police say they’ll do all
Falcon, 2 Spartan wrestlers advance
By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindy.com Austintown Taking a wait-and-see approach on the
Allure of shale prompts Mill Creek MetroParks Board to vet options
Mill Creek MetroParks has financed some of its needs in the past 15 years from $3.7 million in funding that is not from golf or Riverside Gardens or Lanterman’s Mill.
Harwood Institute: Youngstown schools plan must be about people
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Community engagement will play a role in the
South Range advances; Springfield is ousted
By Jim flick sports@vindy.com Mineral ridge The South Range High girls basketball squad led
Youngstown’s justice fair draws crowds
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Officer Ron Jankowski is used to questioning people,
Mooney graduate McCarthy excited for Chiefs chance
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN As a member of the Denver Broncos last season,
New Castle's new chief wants officers to impact kids’ lives
By jeanne starmack starmack@vindy.com new castle, pa. New Castle’s new police chief wants his
Mooney’s Joe Boniface advances to state swim meet
Staff report CLEVELAND Cardinal Mooney’s Joe Boniface finished second in the 50-yard freestyle
Western Reserve holds off Mineral Ridge
By lowell spencer sports@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP The Western Reserve High girls basketball
Attendance at Eastwood home show expected to reach record
By JORDAN COHEN news@vindy.com NILES If you’re looking for signs that the economy is
WFD swears in new firefighters
Staff report WARREN The Warren Fire Department has sworn in six new firefighters and still needs
ARMED FORCES DIGEST || Donations needed for vets in need
STRUTHERS Veterans’ Outreach, which helps veterans in
Gains, Macejko try to make their case
In the Mahoning County prosecutor's race, incumbent Paul Gains is being challenged by Youngstown Law Director Jay Macejko in next month's Democratic primary.
Pop culture Q&A
Pop culture Q&A By Rich Heldenfels Q. I’d like to know if the man who plays on “Law & Order” —
Saturday’s area college basketball games
MEN Mount Union 91, Heidelberg 89 (OT) TIFFIN A jumper by freshman Nate Jacubec (Struthers)
Drilling craze has variety of Mahoning Valley entities weighing their options
By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Mill Creek MetroParks isn’t alone when it tries to
First Amendment freedoms don’t place churches above the law
Opinion: When the contraception issue first made headlines a week or two ago, the American Catholic Bishops
Houston’s voice soars at hometown funeral
Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. After all the testimonials from relatives and friends, the songs
NCAA BASKETBALL WOMEN
NCAA BASKETBALL WOMEN Green BaY77 YSU72 Next: Youngs-town State at Wright State, Thursday, 7
Colleges nurturing Gen-Z entrepreneurs
McClatchy Newspapers RALEIGH, N.C. A Friday night consisting of pizza and beer might not sound
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Hubbard Public Library Board of Trustees, 5:30 p.m., Schafer Conference Room.
METRO DIGEST || Teen killed in Sebring crash
Teen killed in crash SEBRING Jesse E. Mitchell, 19, of Alliance was killed in a two-car crash at
Spring training makes Florida tourism officials smile
Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. Major league baseball teams started coming to Florida for spring
Pig Iron workshop set
Pig Iron workshop set YOUNGSTOWN Pig Iron Literary & Art Works will have its writing workshop
Standouts from the Consumer Electronics Show
Q. I know you were at the Consumer Electronics Show recently. Did anything stand out to you this
‘Killing the Messenger’ traces the roots of Black Muslim cult
“Killing the Messenger: A Tale of Radical Faith, Racism’s Backlash and the Killing of a Journalist,”
Ask Mr. Know It All
By Gary Clothier Q. I would like to know the dates of birth and death of the men who performed as
Romney cites Olympics success; rivals are leery of money spent
Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY Mitt Romney returned to Salt Lake City on Saturday to celebrate
Animal Kingdom wins first race after injury
Staff report HALLANDALE BEACH, FLA. The Daily Racing Form reports that the first word out of
Pope sets Oct. 21 to canonize Americans
Pope sets Oct. 21 to canonize Americans VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI has set Oct. 21 as the
Pirates prepare to show off new rotation
Associated Press BRADENTON, Fla. James McDonald wheeled his luggage across the clubhouse at
Inside the ropes …
Inside the ropes … With Jason Kokrak Today: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-under par 70 in
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Wayne Mutual Insurance v. Everett Finley, money.
Morgan’s double-double leads Michigan over OSU
Associated Press ANN ARBOR, MICH. Jordan Morgan had 11 points and 11 rebounds, playing All-
Girard’s Chase and Liberty’s Jethrow are D-III champs
Staff report ROOTSTOWN At the Division III sectional wrestling tournament, Zane Chase of Girard
Testing paternity with Maury Povich
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer STAMFORD, Conn. Behind a backstage door, Maury Povich
Exhibit showcases variety of artists
By REBECCA SLOAN entertainment@vindy.com In his watercolor collage “Hometime,” renowned African-
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Romeo and Juliet,” 2:30 p.m.: Shakespeare’s tragedy is
Animal abuse merits punishment
Opinion: Animal abuse merits punishment It has been one horrific story after another. Animals are being
Use own gadgets at work? Views mixed
San Jose Mercury News SAN JOSE, Calif. Like many employees these days, Kim Gibbons uses her own
By the numbers | Farmers National Banc Corp.
By the numbers | Farmers National Banc Corp. 125 years: since the bank first opened in 1887.
Fitch’s Learn and Viglio are tops for bowling sectional
The Fitch High bowling team had the distinction of having the two bowlers with best individual
birthdays
birthdays Singer Smokey Robinson is 72. Singer Bobby Rogers of Smokey Robinson and the Miracles is
Years Ago
Today is Sunday, Feb. 19, the 50th day of 2012. There are 316 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Government intrusion on church practices violates the Constitutional
Opinion: I make it a practice to read the Vindicator each day, listen to various spin doctors on TV,
Area bowling scores at a glance
800s Holiday — Ken Kimerer (808) in Taylor Kia/Systems-A-Part. 700s Amron — Eric Grischow
Book promotes year-round growing
Book promotes year-round growing Who says vegetable gardening is just for warm weather? Not Niki
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
Stellar cast, production values enliven YPH’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’
By Stephanie Ottey entertainment@vindy.com A new director is being showcased at the Youngstown
Costco tops list of major retail chains
Costco pleased shoppers more than any other retailer, according to Consumer Reports’ recent survey.
Special pays tribute to the late Bernie Mac
By Rich Heldenfels Akron Beacon Journal Comedian and actor Bernie Mac died in August 2008 from
Shorthanded Penguins sting Flyers
Associated Press Philadelphia Down one man and then two, the Pittsburgh Penguins were at their
Egypt sets trial date for Americans, others in pro-democracy groups
Associated Press CAIRO Egypt said Saturday the criminal trial of 16 Americans and 27 others will
Howland wrestlers continues to dominate
By brandon judeh sports@vindy.com BELOIT The Howland Tigers wrestling team dominated the
A man and his car ...
Opinion: I am not a car guy. I grew up around them with my dad, who has four classics: a 1950 Mercury, a
newsmakers
newsmakers Judi Dench says she’s battling blindness LONDON Actress Judi Dench is battling to
MLB: NL west at a glance
A team-by-team look at the National League West entering spring training, including key players each
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Scheduled events
A list of area events to commemorate in February, which is Black History Month, as submitted to The
Kasich is Dems best friend
Opinion: So, the assignment for this column was to grade Gov. John Kasich’s first year in office. I’m sure
CELEBRATION
CELEBRATION 125th anniversary Farmers branch offices plan to celebrate its 125th anniversary
Traficanti, Pishkur warrant support in commissioner races
Editorial: In the crowded Field for the Dem- ocratic nomination for the open Mahoning County commissioner seat,
Chamber hosts Youngstown event
Chamber hosts Youngstown event YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will host Good
9-year-old drummer thinks ... The blues can’t be beat
By SEAN BARRON Special to the Vindicator CANFIELD If you felt com- pelled to create a
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending Feb. 11
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Kill Shot” by Vince Flynn (Atria) 2. “Defending Jacob” by William Landay
Warren mission seeks donations of box, jar foods
Staff report WARREN The Warren Family Mission is asking the public for food for its pantry,
Austin Peay defeats YSU; Loyola wins
Staff report CLARKSVILLE, TENN. The Youngstown State University men’s basketball team lost to
Kyle Busch edges Stewart in Budweiser Shootout
Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. The pack is back. And so is the Big One. Kyle Busch
Girls TOURNAMENT BASKetball | Saturday’s other games
Division I Howland 55, Kent 28 AKRON Taylor Williams led the Tigers (20-1) with 25 points and
Man’s father offers to pay for slashed tires
Associated Press COLUMBUS The father of an Ohio man accused of slashing tires on at least five
Great Backyard Bird Count
By Kathy Van Mullekom Daily Press Warmer temperatures and lack of snow in parts of North
More schools serving 3 meals a day to kids
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. Too often, it is after the fact that teachers discover their
Lefty on top despite Northern hijinks
Associated Press LOS ANGELES One shot clipped an ash tree and kept Phil Mickelson out of worse
Macejko, Gains clash on Ch. 21
Opinion: Does Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul Gains show up for work drunk — when he does show up, that is?
Make all Delphi retirees equal
Editorial: Make all Delphi retirees equal It is not too late to right a wrong that was set in motion nearly
Rich history
Farmers National Bank celebrates its 125th anniversary By Karl Henkel khenkel@vindy.com
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Greek youth basketball tourney continues Sunday in Warren, Howland
The Metropolis Greek Orthodox Youth of America basketball tournament, sponsored by the Greek Orthodox Diocese of Pittsburgh, wraps up today in gyms in Warren and Howland.
Doughnut contest, police dog featured at 5th criminal justice fair
Officer Ron Jankowski is used to questioning people, but was happy to spend part of today fielding queries from a young audience.
Eastwood home, garden expo packed with vendors, people today
If you’re looking for signs that the economy is improving, you might find them at this weekend’s annual Mahoning Valley Home and Garden Show at the Eastwood Expo Center. Attendance for the three-day show is expected to reach record levels — good news for the 150 exhibitors, also a record number. “
Warren FD hires 6, still needs one more
Warren Fire Department has sworn in six new firefighters and still needs one more.
Teen killed in 2-car crash in Columbiana County
Jesse E. Mitchell, 19, of Alliance, was killed in a two-car crash at the intersection of Knox School and Hartley roads just south of Sebring in Columbiana County at 9:08 p.m. Friday.
TMH has no record of victim shot in back
ValleyCare Trumbull Memorial Hospital had no record Saturday of Jeremiah Allen, 18, of Taylor Street , who was in serious condition as late as Thursday night after being shot in the back Wednesday on North Feederle Avenue.
Trista Dickey | Anthony Dennison
GROVE CITY, PA. Trista Dickey became the bride of Anthony Dennison in an afternoon wedding Aug. 6
Hannah Gleason | Thomas DePinto
YOUNGSTOWN Hannah Kay Gleason and Thomas Joseph DePinto, both of Columbus, were united in marriage
Megan Spencer | Justin Hernandez
MASSILLON Wedding vows were exchanged on Oct. 29 at St. Jacob Lutheran Church in Massillon by
Adrianne Longo | Daniel Carlson
BOARDMAN Adrianne Longo and Daniel Carlson, both of New Middletown, exchanged wedding vows Dec. 3
Park Vista plans series on nutrition
YOUNGSTOWN As part of its Life Long Learning Institute, Park Vista Retirement Community, 1216
Talk will feature life and times of McKinley
Talk will feature life and times of McKinley LEETONIA The Leetonia Community Public Library, 181
Candidates forum for Mahoning County offices Monday at New Bethel
The Community Mobilization Committee will sponsor a candidates forum at 6:30 p.m. Monday in the Fellowship Hall of New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St.
Pa. man gets 15 years for sexual conduct with North Lima girl
A 41-year-old Mars, Pa., man, who pleaded guilty to traveling to North Lima for sex with a 15-year-old girl, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison.
Truck driver reaches plea deal in crash that killed 3 Marine recruits
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN Donald P. Williams Jr. of Austintown has pleaded guilty
Boardman, Fitch wrestlers start slow
A SECTIONAL STRUGGLE Boardman, Fitch wrestlers start slow By Matthew Peaslee mpeaslee@vindycom
6 suspects in YSU frat hazing jailed on $50K bond
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Six of the nine men wanted in the hazing
Reardon hits 1,000 points in Poland upset
By Brandon Judeh sports@vindycom Struthers There were so many storylines in the Poland High
Youngstown's North Siders: Don’t close our post office
By robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Youngstown A proposal to shut down the North Side
Dillon puts his name in record books for N. Falls
By Doug Chapin sports@vindycom Newton Falls It could not have been scripted much better.
State review of Trumbull Children Services cites pluses, minuses
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, in a
Large deficit against Steel is too much for Phantoms to overcome
By Jim Flick sports@vindycom Youngstown The Youngstown Phantoms scored the final two goals,
High court to consider Dann suspension April 3
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court will hear arguments April
Niles boxer Lyell falls by UD to Gonzalez
Staff report SANTA YNEZ, CALIF. On Friday night, Billy Lyell had Kelly Pavlik in his corner.
Cavaliers wilt as Heat, LeBron roll to victory
By TOM REED Cleveland Plain Dealer cleveland Atop the message board inside the Cavaliers’
Robert G. Lisotto, former Mahoning judge, dies at 65
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com CANFIELD Arrangements are pending at the Lane Funeral
Probation hearing for Sheriff Altiere's son reset to March
Staff report WARREN A visiting judge has reset a hearing for 1:30 p.m. March 16 for Thomas R.
Liberty officials reconsider open enrollment to close shortfall
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Liberty In the weeks since approving a $1.2
Bottom Dollar stores off to top-notch start in Youngstown
Sharie and Eddy Erhardt of Poland load up their shopping cart at the new Bottom Dollar grocery store on Midlothian Boulevard in Youngstown. Reports show the three Bottom Dollar stores did well their first week in the city.
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST These students were awarded bachelor’s degrees unless noted: UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
Air Force research studies trustworthiness
Associated Press DAYTON The Air Force is trying to determine whether blood samples can be used
Consumer prices up as gas, clothing costs rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consumer prices rose modestly in January on higher costs for food,
First Niles Financial announces dividend
First Niles Financial announces dividend NILES First Niles Financial Inc., the parent company of
Reward math, science teachers
Opinion: Rapid City (S.D.) Journal: There’s good news and bad news as state lawmakers modify Gov. Dennis
He’s in ‘Luck’: Dustin Hoffman tries TV
By Scott Timberg Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES Dustin Hoffman is as surprised as anyone to see
Ohio fugitive hunters catch Ga. suspect
Associated Press CLEVELAND A fugitive task force in northern Ohio has arrested a man wanted in
Nicolas Cage isn’t giving up on ‘Ghost’ So bad it’s good
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service Of all the bad horror /fantasy/sci-fi/action
Pakistan cautions Kabul on Taliban peace hopes
Associated Press ISLAMABAD Pakistan told Afghanistan on Friday it was “preposterous” to think
A matchup good for the US
Opinion: By Kyle Scott Baltimore Sun Mitt Romney was the inevitable nominee — until he wasn’t. In order
METRO DIGEST || Mental tests ordered for suspect in puppy killings
Killing suspect held in Mahoning jail YOUNGSTOWN The 20-year-old man charged with the city’s
Catholic schools | Celebrating Mass
In recognition of Catholic Schools Month in February, Bishop George V. Murry of the Diocese of
Polo: A dog’s life — literally
Opinion: In our modern medical age, life can be prolonged for man or animal. About a year and a half ago, our
Kokrak even after three rounds
Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-under 67 in the second round of the Northern Trust Open at
Tax present for 160M wage-earners
Tax present for 160M wage-earners WASHINGTON Americans are getting an election-year tax present.
Harding quiz bowl team takes top honors in state
Staff report warren Warren G. Harding High School’s Quiz Bowl Team traveled to Columbus earlier
Lenten series
Lenten series youngstown Ambassadors for Christ, a group of churches on the East Side that
ash wednesday services | Area churches plan Lenten programs
This is a listing of services for Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22, and Lenten programs planned at area
Conn. man tries to evict his mother, 98, from her home
Associated Press NEW HAVEN, Conn. Peter Kantorowski wanted his 98-year-old mother to move into
bridge Weekly quiz
bridge Weekly quiz Q. Neither vulnerable, as South you hold: xK 9 5 uK 10 5 vA K J 6 4 wK 10
Leadership Youth Explosion set for April
Staff report Youngstown The 2012 Leadership Youth Explosion, an event designed to empower local
METRO DIGEST || Flasher at library
Cemetery decorations must be removed Youngstown All artificial flowers and decorations must be
Howland takes lead in Div. II sectional
Staff report BELOIT The Howland High wrestling team jumped out to a 110-90 lead over second-
John Glenn fever returns 50 years after space flight
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. John Glenn fever gripped Cape Canaveral on Friday, just
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lenten focus
lenten focus Programs at church Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 550 N. Broad St., Canfield, plans
YSU to get $9.4M for capital projects if Kasich approves state panel’s report
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Youngstown State University would receive
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard W. Cook, legal age, 4885 Warwick Drive South,
MLB: NL East at a glance
A team-by-team look at the National League East entering spring training, including key players each
birthdays
birthdays Actor George Kennedy is 87. Author Toni Morrison is 81. Movie director Milos Forman is
newsmakers
newsmakers Pat Buchanan gets the ax from MSNBC LOS ANGELES Pat Buchanan has been dismissed by
STATE REPORT || FINDINGS ON TRUMBULL COUNTY CSB
REPORT FINDINGS Trumbull County Children Services is doing better in this review than in 2009 on
Court consolidation finally getting attention it deserves
Editorial: When the highest elected judge in Ohio speaks, the state courts listen. There is statutory power in
Selected local stocks
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Lawmakers still have much to do
Opinion: COLUMBUS Lawmakers left town last week in advance of next month’s primary, and they’re not due
Frankie Avalon: always an idol
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Even though, age-wise, 54 years separates Frankie Avalon
States attack health law with birth-control bills
Associated Press BOISE, Idaho Republican lawmakers in a handful of states are opening another
Filing: Bank of America CEO taking cut in pay
Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. Bank of America’s chief executive is taking a pay cut. Brian
Grand jury indicts father of suspect in St. Dom killing
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted
Youth Leadership class announced
Staff report Boardman The 2012 Youth Leadership Mahoning Valley sophomore class was announced
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Miranda Lambert, 7 p.m.: Country singer comes to Covelli Centre
manufacturing jobs
manufacturing jobs The Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition is trying to address the skilled-
Argus Leader, Sioux Falls. Feb. 16, 2012.
Opinion: Argus Leader, Sioux Falls. Feb. 16, 2012. USD alcohol policy a smart move The University
Last chance to catch Riverdance
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Riverdance, the acclaimed Irish dance show, will return to Youngstown
Supreme Court delays redistricting case until after 2012 elections
Associated Press COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Friday that it won’t consider a lawsuit
DeWine endorses Santorum
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Republican state Attorney General Mike DeWine is now
Penguins’ Crosby practices, still bothered by symptoms
Associated Press pittsburgh Sidney Crosby joined his Pittsburgh Penguins teammates on the ice
POLICE CALLS IN LIBERTY, GIRARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY Feb. 9
Visual reminder of Lent Pebbles prompt reflection
By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com canfield Sometimes all it takes is a small reminder to
Coalition addresses skilled-trades gap
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com canfield A new coalition aims to bridge the skilled-
Proposal to share services advances
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Canfield A grant proposal for shared technology services
St. Charles sign-ups
St. Charles sign-ups boardman Registration for children entering St. Charles for the 2012-13
134-year-old church to host Rev. Thomas
Staff report youngstown Price Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church, 920 Dryden Ave., will
Stelera Wireless executive talks technology to students at MCCTC
Staff report Canfield If you asked Tim Duffy, chief executive officer of Stelera Wireless, what
Ashland U. offers three-year degrees
Staff report ashland Starting this fall, Ashland University will begin offering a number of
Terror suspect arrested near Capitol in FBI sting
Associated Press WASHINGTON A 29-year-old Moroccan man, who believed he was working with al-
Hubbard Reed wins TCESC’s Junior High Prep Bowl
Staff report Niles The Trumbull County Educational Service Center recently completed its annual
Mickelson off, but still leads
Lefty holds a one-stroke lead over Pat Perez at the Northern Trust Open Associated Press los
Burnett boosts Pirates’ image
Associated Press pittsburgh Pittsburgh Pirates president Frank Coonelly borrows an analogy from
Boardman’s Bailey captures district crown in 100-yard butterfly
Staff report CLEVELAND Boardman junior Ryan Bailey is headed to Canton. He’ll have to wait to
Marcellus Shale drillers recycling more wastewater
Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale gas-drilling companies are recycling more and more of their briny, chemical-laden wastewater, in most cases complying with a request from state officials to keep the pollutants from being discharged into rivers that supply drinking water.
Mahoning sheriff’s captain moves to YSU to serve as its police chief
Staff report Youngstown A Mahoning County Sheriff’s department captain is the new Youngstown
Friday, February 17 (161 stories)
Parts of Market, Boardman streets downtown to be closed Saturday, Sunday
Portions of two downtown streets will be closed Saturday with one of them also closed Sunday.
$1M bond set for suspect in murder of Cedric Robinson
The 20-year-old man charged with the city’s most recent murder will remain in the Mahoning County jail on a $1 million bond.
NYTim Pulitzer reporter Shadid, 43, dies reporting on Syrian uprising
New York Times correspondent Anthony Shadid, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner whose dispatches captured untold stories from Baghdad under "shock and awe" bombing to Libya wracked by civil war, has died of an apparent asthma attack in Syria while reporting on the uprising against its president.
6 of 9 men charged in hazing two YSU students are jailed
6 of 9 men charged in hazing two YSU students are jailed
Judge sets $1M bond for man charged in Youngstown's latest homicide
Judge sets $1M bond for man charged in Youngstown's latest homicide
Pa. man gets prison on sex charge involving North Lima girl
Pa. man gets prison term on sex charge involving North Lima girl
Portions of two downtown Youngstown streets closed this weekend
Portions of two downtown Youngstown streets closed this weekend
Competency tests ordered for man charged in puppy deaths
Competency tests ordered for man charged in puppy deaths YOUNGSTOWN A homeless man charged with
Fla. deputies arrest suspected airport Rolex thief
Fla. deputies arrest suspected airport Rolex thief FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Authorities in
Rare tree frog euthanized at Zoo Atlanta
Rare tree frog euthanized at Zoo Atlanta ATLANTA (AP) — Zoo Atlanta officials say a rare tree frog
Conviction upheld in NYC for ex-Dem fundraiser
Conviction upheld in NYC for ex-Dem fundraiser NEW YORK (AP) — A federal appeals court in New York
Boardman police seek man for indecent exposure at library
Boardman police seek man for indecent exposure at library
Deadline set to remove decorations at Diocesan cemeteries
Deadline set to remove cemetery decorations
Papers: Fed boat bought with fines used for fun
Papers: Fed boat bought with fines used for fun BOSTON (AP) — New documents indicate a luxury
Plea comes in death of three Marine Corps recruits
Plea comes in death of three Marine Corps recruits Donald P. Williams Jr. of Austintown has
Closure of some Pennsylvania State Police barracks could happen
Closure of some Pennsylvania State Police barracks could happen
Chinese leader wrapping up US visit in LA
Chinese leader wrapping up US visit in LA LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping is
Shell wins approval of Arctic spill response plan
Shell wins approval of Arctic spill response plan ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The federal government
Hearing rescheduled in marijuana case
Hearing rescheduled in marijuana case CANFIELD A preliminary hearing in the case of a Canfield
Air Force research in Ohio studies trustworthiness
Air Force research in Ohio studies trustworthiness
Nigerian underwear bomber appealing life term
Nigerian underwear bomber appealing life term DETROIT (AP) — A Nigerian man given a mandatory life
Benchmark oil rises to highest price since January
Benchmark oil rises to highest price since January NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices are climbing to the
Gay-marriage bill sent to NJ governor, who's vowed veto
Gay-marriage bill sent to NJ gov, who's vowed veto
Stocks struggle for direction as Greece languishes
Stocks struggle for direction as Greece languishes NEW YORK (AP) — The stock market is struggling
Gay marriage bill delivered to NJ governor
Gay marriage bill delivered to NJ governor TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — A bill legalizing same-sex
Judge OKs fee to fund Northeast Ohio flood program
Judge OKs fee to fund Northeast Ohio flood program
Ky. woman pleads guilty in pregnant woman’s death
Ky. woman pleads guilty in pregnant woman’s death BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky woman has
Beshara named YSU police chief
Beshara named YSU police chief YOUNGSTOWN A Mahoning County Sheriff’s captain has been named the
Texas Supreme Court denies Leach
Texas Supreme Court denies Leach LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — The Texas Supreme Court has denied Mike
Top court to hear arguments on Dann law license suspension
Top court to hear arguments on Dann law license suspension COLUMBUS — The Ohio Supreme Court will
First man involved in hazing of YSU students arraigned today, sent to jail
First man involved in hazing of YSU students arraigned today, sent to jail
Congress moves toward ending payroll tax cut fight
Congress moves toward ending payroll tax cut fight WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress is getting ready to
Idora neighborhood clean-up planned for Saturday
Idora neighborhood clean-up planned for Saturday YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Neighborhood
Pa. credit union teller gets prison term in ATM thefts
Pa. credit union teller gets prison term in ATM thefts
Obama raises $29 million for campaign, Dem Party
Obama raises $29 million for campaign, Dem Party WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama raised
Ohio charter school operator fights ruling on records
Ohio charter school operator fights ruling on records
2 barges collide on Miss. River, spilling oil
2 barges collide on Miss. River, spilling oil LAPLACE, La. (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard says an oil
Teen faces arraignment in Ohio Craigslist killings
Teen faces arraignment in Ohio Craigslist killings AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Prosecutors in Ohio are
CLUB CALENDAR
ALLIANCES Ohio Cultural Alliance will have a dinner meeting at 6 p.m. March 5 at the McKinley
Police: Naked man stole socks from Pa. Walmart
Police: Naked man stole socks from Pa. Walmart EXTON, Pa. (AP) — A hefty southeastern Pennsylvania
Police: Dog fatally bit baby while mom in bathroom
Police: Dog fatally bit baby while mom in bathroom MCKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) — Police say the newborn
Mystery dinner theater will debut at church
Mystery dinner theater will debut at church NEW WATERFORD New Waterford United Methodist Church,
Weathersfield BOE to bill universities for student teachers
The Weathersfield school board has approved billing colleges and universities whose students do internships or student teaching in the district.
Fire destroys Brookfield farm house
A fire destroyed a farm house in the 7600 block of Addison Road Thursday, the Trumbull County dispatch center and the Sharon Fire Department reported.
Mercer area girl dies after choking at school
Aizeya Mattocks was at least given a fighting chance to survive thanks to cafeteria staff who stepped in quickly to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a medical official said.
Lowellville’s Hvisdak, Carlson, Moore own amazing 55-1 league record
Nearly nine years ago, John Paul Hvisdak may have thought he was just taking his daughter, Taylor, and her friends to the YMCA for an afternoon of recreation.
Senior moment: Poland rolls past Raiders
By Lowell Spencer sports@vindy.com POLAND After hard-fought battle in the first half, the
Homeless William Bednar charged in Youngstown puppy killings
When Dave Nelson from the Mahoning County Dog Warden’s office on Wednesday came across William Bednar, 55 and homeless, pushing a cart filled with dead animals and two syringes, he was running into a familiar face.
Convictions, probation precede Cedric Robinson’s shooting death
The 19-year-old South Side man shot dead during an argument was no stranger to law enforcement, as he was listed as a suspect or person of interest in a list of crimes.
Good start, bad finish for Youngstown State
Her team had just suffered arguably its most disappointing loss of the season, her coach had just dropped a few words that Jesus wouldn’t like in his post-game press conference and as a visibly angry Liz Hornberger sat in front of the media, she was asked, “You’re not going to cuss are you?”
YSU football hiring Tresey as coordinator
Youngstown State’s new defensive coordinator is well-known to Mahoning Valley football fans.
9th suspect to be charged in YSU frat hazing
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. jgoodwin@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN City officials have identified a ninth
Youngstown board OKs hefty severance payments
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The city’s board of control approved
Jonzzon commits to Quinnipiac
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Phantoms forward Soren Jonzzon has committed to play
Weathersfield board OKs billing universities
By Mary R. SMITH news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE The Weathersfield school board has approved
Lakeview finishes 10-0 in AAC National Division
By Jim Flick sports@vindy.com CORTLAND After trailing for most of Thursday’s game, the
711 ramp cleanup may cost $1 million
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN It will be weeks before the total cost to
Youngstown trails only Cleveland in number of illegal firearm indictments
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The United States attorney’s office for the Northern District of Ohio
Fracking chemicals source of fear, but also in everyday life
The fracking mix used at a Carroll County well consisted of 78 percent fresh water, about 15.8 percent sand, 5 percent additional recycled water and 0.003 percent chemicals. Most chemicals added can be found in everyday consumer products, including: food additives, hair conditioners, baby diaper ointment, automotive supplies, glass cleaners and batteries.
newsmakers
newsmakers ‘Colbert Report’ off air; network mum nEW YORK Comedy Central’s “Colbert Report” is
Indoor track team competes at WATTS
The Boardman boys indoor track team competed at Youngstown State University at the new WATTS Center
Canfield briefs
Canfield Christian Church hosts Lenten breakfasts Canfield Christian Church will host Lenten
Canfield wrestlers third at EOWL tourney
The Canfield High School wrestling team finished third overall at the EOWL championships Feb. 3-4 at
Eight youth wrestlers advance to state meet
Sixth-graders Daniel Kapalko and David Crawford captured district titles to lead the eight Canfield
Canfield choirs perform dinner theatre
By EMILY GIANETTI neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School’s Canfield Choirs performed songs
Canfield sports briefs
Canfield defeats Nordonia On senior night, the Canfield Cardinals exploded for seven goals, led by
Zion preschoolers make Valentines with Veterans
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com An intergenerational craft time at Zion Lutheran Church Preschool
Austintown sports briefs
Boys golf tryouts under way Any boy in grades 8-11, who was not part of last year’s golf team,
Poland sports briefs
Poland alum stars at Baldwin-Wallace Baldwin-Wallace College junior guard Ben Umbel, a graduate of
Pee Wee Phantoms salvage tie out of three contests
The Youngstown Pee Wee Phantoms played three games in two days last weekend, losing two, but
Curb car-dashboard technology, government asks automakers
Associated Press WASHINGTON Auto dashboards are becoming an arcade of text messages, GPS
Stronger job market could boost economy further
Associated Press WASHINGTON The healthier job market that’s lifted the economy in recent months
Record profit of $7.6B for GM
Staff/wire reports DETROIT General Motors earned its largest profit ever in 2011, two years
BUSINESS DIGEST || Twitter unveils self-serve ad system
Twitter unveils self-serve ad system SAN FRANCISCO Buying ads on Twitter is about to get easier
Fracking panel: Individuals, communities lack control over wells
By JEANNE STARMACK starmack@vindy.com NEW WILMINGTON, PA. The bottom-line message from a panel
Parents get eight-year sentences in son’s death
Associated Press CLEVELAND The parents of an 8-year-old boy who died from Hodgkin’s lymphoma
Lefty keeps right on rolling
Associated Press los angeles Four days after his big win at Pebble Beach, Phil Mickelson keeps
Things aren’t as rosy as portrayed
Opinion: Things aren’t as rosy as portrayed I take exception to Gov. John Kasich’s analysis of area
James can see playing for Cavs again
Associated Press CLEVELAND LeBron James could picture returning one day to the place where his
Boardman briefs
SOV hosts fish fry Shepherd of the Valley- Boardman will host the second annual Lenten Fish Fry on
US ties al-Qaida to Syrian blasts
Associated Press WASHINGTON Top U.S. intelligence officials pointed to al-Qaida in Iraq on
What’s in store for mayor?
Opinion: Since taking over as Youngstown mayor last August, Charles Sammarone has been anything but a
METRO DIGEST || Crash victim Susan Welsh dies
Crash victim dies YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County coroner’s office confirmed that a 45-year-old
Academic-recovery plan vote expected
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The city schools’ Academic Distress
Aurora ousts Canfield hockey team; Meditz honored
Staff report KENT The Canfield High hockey team mustered only 11 shots in Wednesday’s 4-0
Selected local stocks
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Middle school wrestlers place at league tourney
The Poland Middle School wrestling team battled injuries and lack of depth to place seven wrestlers
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey L. Nims, 51, of 2003 Woodgate St.,
Buckeyes extend home win streak
Associated Press DATELINE Tayler Hill scored 27 points and No. 9 Ohio State never trailed in
Response to tanker accident showed nothing but strength
Editorial: There is a series of television commercials for an insurance company in which a scruffy character
birthdays
birthdays Actor Hal Holbrook is 87. Singer Bobby Lewis is 79. Comedian Dame Edna (Barry Humphries)
Strong showing vindicates Deo Vindice
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Local rock act Deo Vindice — Austintown Fitch High School
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Romeo and Juliet,” 7:30 p.m.: Shakespeare’s tragic tale of love
Surplus food
Surplus food Rising Star Baptist Church, 2943 Wardle Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 10
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Pa. smokehouse fire ‘best-smelling in long time’ NEW CASTLE, Pa. Firefighters in
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN, POLAND
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Decisions on taxes, spending avoided
Opinion: Democrats hailed President Barack Obama’s $3.8 trillion budget as a blueprint to bolster the middle
No clear answers in Syria
Opinion: In 1982, I interviewed Syrian Information Minister Ahmed Iskander in Damascus, shortly after the
Deo Vindice appears on stage at the House of Blues in Cleveland after their High School Rock Off
Deo Vindice appears on stage at the House of Blues in Cleveland after their High School Rock Off
“naacp image awards” (8 p.m., nbc): We’re expecting “The Help” to
“naacp image awards” (8 p.m., nbc): We’re expecting “The Help” to collect some hardware at “The 43rd
Veterans hiring fair set
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/ Warren Regional Chamber, ShaleDirectories.com and the
MLB: NL central at a glance
A team-by-team look at the National League Central entering spring training, including key players
Lying about right to return
Opinion: Lying about right to return Los Angeles Times: Three years ago, the Justice Department assured the
Final touches put on career
Jody Nudell, art teacher for 17 years at Liberty High School, is retiring after a career that has spanned four decades and began in Poland.
Mahoning County commissioners OK spending $575K on fuel
YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County commissioners approved buying about $575,000 worth of
Austintown Rotary raises funds for Fitch athletes
Athletes from Fitch High School and Jay Macejko were visitors at the Feb. 6 meeting of the Rotary
Canfield swimmers named First Team AAC
The Canfield girls swim team had five girls named First Team AAC in individual competition this
Canfield band excels at OMEA competition
On Feb. 11, 57 members of the Canfield High School Band Program participated in 51 events at the
Hilltoppers open their hearts to save others
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at Hilltop Elementary School had the opportunity to
Austintown briefs
Homeownership workshop set for Feb. 25 The next NACA homeownership workshop is Feb. 25 from 10:30
St. Christine kindergartners celebrate 100 days
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com When the kindergartners at St. Christine’s began school in early
SJIHM students qualify for district science fair
Students from St. Joseph and Immaculate Heart of Mary earned several awards after competing in the
Poland fourth-grader earns cabbage for college
BY ASHLEY LUTHERN aluthern@vindy.com A local fourth-grader now has a $1,000 scholarship to
Woodside celebrates 100 days in school
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com So much learning goes on each day for the kindergartners at
Union kindergartners celebrate 100th day
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com For the 100th day of school for the kindergartners at Union
Poland briefs
Historical Society announces meeting The next regular meeting of the Poland Historical Society is
Dobbins bear cubs celebrate 100 school days
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com At Dobbins Elementary, the kindergarten students are lovingly
Pee Wee Phantoms salvage tie out of three contests
The Youngstown Pee Wee Phantoms played three games in two days last weekend, losing two, but
Boardman sports briefs
Glenwood wrestlers sweep matches Boardman Glenwood’s wrestling team won both matches, avenging a
Robinwood Elementary hosts reading rally
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The successes of Right to Read Week at Robinwood Lane Elementary
Canfield youth part of Distinguished Young Women event
Canfield’s Caroline G. Bennett will represent Mahoning County at the Distinguished Young Women
West students, books are winning combination
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Reading became a sport for the students at West Boulevard
A double whammy
Opinion: By William A. COLLINS OthereWords Given that we now have an African-American president, many
Santorum wealth at odds with claim of humble roots?
Associated Press WASHINGTON Rick Santorum grew wealthy over his four years working as a
FTC: Parents need more info on apps
Associated Press WASHINGTON Who is monitoring the apps that kids use on their phones? The
Mars sets calorie limit of 250 for candies
Associated Press NEW YORK Snickers bars soon may satisfy you a bit less. Mars Inc., the makers
Chinese leader visits Iowa, Calif.
Chinese leader visits Iowa, Calif. LOS ANGELES China’s soon-to-be-leader arrived in California
Prison fire exposes chaos in Honduras
Associated Press COMAYAGUA, Honduras Six guards, 800-plus prisoners in 10 cellblocks, one set
Despite political rhetoric, small businesses are not big job creators
Associated Press NEW YORK Mitt Romney says they’re “job creators” and vows to come to their aid
Romney falters in polling of working-class electorate
Associated Press WASHINGTON Republican Mitt Romney is faltering with white working-class voters
Years Ago
Today is Friday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2012. There are 318 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
St. Charles sets registration requirements
Registration for children entering St. Charles for the 2012-2013 school year will take place from 9
Poet shares inspiration at Market Street
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com Author and poet Paul Orshoski visited Market Street Elementary
Community Foundation sponsors scholarships
The Boardman Community Foundation has elected new officers, including Deborah Liptak, president,
Canfield swimmers qualify for districts
Canfield High School freshman Sarah Heaven broke the school record in the 100-yard backstroke on
CH Campbell students earn bounce party
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School were bouncing
Austintown quilting group has history of service
Nimble fingers and patience are two qualities needed by the Ladies Aide Quilters of Austintown
The secret is out: Woodside Reads making a difference
One of the best-kept secrets in Austintown has been making reading a priority for more than 10 years
Cub Scouts compete in egg drop
Physics, engineering and extremely good luck were the theme of Canfield Cub Scout Pack 25’s pack
Rotarians donate dictionaries to Boardman schools
By SARAH FOOR sfoor@vindy.com The Boardman Rotary capped Right To Read Week activities by
Boardman swimmers dive into districts
Boardman junior Ryan Bailey tied for first in the 100 butterfly and placed second in the 100
Thursday, February 16 (125 stories)
Fracking panel: Individuals, communities lack control over wells
The bottom-line message from a panel on fracking: Learn all you can about this controversial way to draw natural gas from a deep-rock formation called the Marcellus Shale.
UPDATE: Former Warren couple sentenced in son's death from cancer
The parents of an 8-year-old boy who died from Hodgkin’s lymphoma after suffering for months from undiagnosed swollen glands was sentenced to eight years in prison Thursday after pleading guilty to denying him medical treatment.
Commission to vote next week on Youngstown schools recovery plan
Commission seeks to vote next week on Youngstown schools recovery plan
Ohio AG: DNA requirement helps to crack cold cases
Ohio AG: DNA requirement helps to crack cold cases
Mass. teen girls’ Facebook photos put on porn site
Mass. teen girls’ Facebook photos put on porn site CHARLTON, Mass. (AP) — Police in Massachusetts
Woman sentenced after allowing kids in porn
Woman sentenced after allowing kids in porn BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A Montana woman has been
Salvadoran charged in priest deaths denies perjury
Salvadoran charged in priest deaths denies perjury BOSTON (AP) — A former Salvadoran military
Pittsburghers get free parking for reassessment appeals
Pittsburghers get free parking for reassessment appeals
Mahoning County buys more than $500K in gas for county vehicles
Mahoning County buys more than $500K in gas for county vehicles
Witness: Woman who died diving held under water
Witness: Woman who died diving held under water BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — A witness says he saw a
Homeless man charged in puppy deaths
Homeless man charged in puppy deaths youngstown The city filed charges Thursday against a 55
Former officer convicted in fatal DUI crash in Pa.
Former officer convicted in fatal DUI crash in Pa.
Joseph Kennedy III launches campaign for Congress
Joseph Kennedy III launches campaign for Congress NEWTON, Mass. (AP) — Joseph Kennedy III has
White House to have Hispanic Community Action Summit on Saturday in Cleveland area
White House to have Hispanic Community Action Summit on Saturday in Cleveland area
NYC says no more restaurant meals for winning dog
NYC says no more restaurant meals for winning dog NEW YORK (AP) — Even if they sit up and beg,
University of Dayton keeps contraceptive-care package
University of Dayton keeps contraceptive-care package
Wyoming copter crash kills rescuer and snowmobiler
Wyoming copter crash kills rescuer and snowmobiler JACKSON, Wyo. (AP) — Authorities in Wyoming say
Report: Tresey will be YSU's defensive coordinator
Report: Tresey will be YSU's defensive coordinator.
2 Russian astronauts step outside space station
2 Russian astronauts step outside space station CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Two astronauts aboard
Program on climate change set
Program on climate change set villa maria, pa. Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center
GM records its highest profit ever: $7.6 billion
GM records its highest profit ever: $7.6 billion DETROIT (AP) — General Motors earned its largest
Federal judge deals blow to Jordan in ad lawsuit
Federal judge deals blow to Jordan in ad lawsuit CHICAGO (AP) — A federal judge has struck a blow
Starving horses found at lottery winner’s ranch
Starving horses found at lottery winner’s ranch SANGER, Calif. (AP) — Eight starving horses have
LOUIE TODAY: Nitro's parents; FreedomWorks COO
After Wednesday's passage in the Ohio House of Nitro's Law, Nitro's owner-mom and dad, Liz Raab and Tom Siesto of New York City return to the show today to talk with Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, about this long-awaited movement on the bill and the work yet to be done to get it through the Ohio Senate.
Steer attacks instructor at Ohio vocational school
Steer attacks instructor at Ohio vocational school SHELBY, Ohio (AP) — Officials at a northern
NYC apartment sells for $88 million
NYC apartment sells for $88 million NEW YORK (AP) — The family of a Russian billionaire has bought
Police: Man shot wife with flare gun
Police: Man shot wife with flare gun SUTERSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man is jailed
Police: Mom of abandoned baby ID’d
Police: Mom of abandoned baby ID’d PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia police say they have an arrest
Ex-Pa. rep’s 2nd corruption trial set to open
Ex-Pa. rep’s 2nd corruption trial set to open HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Lawyers are expected to make
Bagnolese Club plans Italian Dinner Dance
Bagnolese Club plans Italian Dinner Dance YOUNGSTOWN The Bagnolese Italian Club will have its
Miss Witmer, Mr. Alvise plan April nuptials
Mark and Linda Witmer of Columbiana are announcing the engagement and coming marriage of their daughter, Kayla Renee Witmer of Columbiana, to Daniel Andrew Alvise of Poland.
Miss Hill to wed Jason McCray in April, 2013
NILES Roseann Hill of Niles is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Denise Hill of Niles, to
Mr. Kneen, Miss Brown set April nuptials
CANFIELD Dr. Timothy and Linda Kneen of Canfield are announcing the engagement and coming marriage
Arizona couple to marry here on St. Patrick’s Day
YOUNGSTOWN Mary Alice O’Malley of Youngstown is announcing the engagement and upcoming marriage of
Miss Pylypiak, Mr. Detwiler to marry March 31
Dennis and Andrea Pylypiak of Macedonia, Ohio, and Samuel and Monica Detwiler of Columbiana are
Buses to run on Saturday schedule on Monday holiday
Western Reserve Transit Authority buses will be running on a Saturday schedule Monday in observance of Presidents Day, said Tom Nugen, director of transportation for the WRTA.
Public event Saturday at St. Casimir's before final service Feb. 25
The Ethnic Heritage Society will sponsor a presentation on the history of St. Casimir Polish Roman Catholic Church, 149 Jefferson St., at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Liberty trustees to meet at 11 today
Township trustees will have a special meeting at 11 a.m. today at the administration building, 1315 Church Hill-Hubbard Road, to declare a property for the Trumbull County demolition program.
Woman injured in Tuesday's crash near YSU remains critical
A 45-year-old city woman remained in critical condition Wednesday after a car crash near the Youngstown State University campus.
Cops arrest Campbell man after stash falls from pocket
Youngstown police arrested a 21-year-old Campbell man and handed him over to Campbell police after officers say his stash of suspected marijuana fell out of his pocket in front of a marked Youngstown police cruiser.
8 tied to YSU frat to face felony hazing charges
The probe of alleged hazing incidents involving a fraternity at Youngstown State University is widening.
McDonald’s Stanley celebrates Senior Night with 1,000th point
It was an ordinary pass and score in Wednesday’s second quarter of the McDonald girls basketball team’s 44-31 win over Mineral Ridge, but it was the most exciting basket.
Boniface family builds swimming tradition for Mooney
Boniface family has built a swimming tradition for Cardinal Mooney High athletes
Nitro’s Law again clears Ohio House
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio House signed off Wednesday on legislation
Trumbull doctors: Malpractice costs threatening health care
About 30 Trumbull County physicians participated in a news conference Wednesday at Avalon Inn to protest the way the legal systems in Trumbull and Mahoning counties, as well as across the state, treat medical malpractice lawsuits.
YSU expects better season in 2012
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Ask sophomore third baseman Drew Dosch about the
Spartans, Falcons gear up for D-I sectional
By MATTHEW PEASLEE mpeaslee@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN He won the 113-pound division at the Eastern
19-year-old shooting suspect shot; in critical condition
By DAVID SKOLNICK skolnick@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN An East Florida Avenue man the police chief
Canfield lockdown perfect in search for Mickey Mouse
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Canfield School district officials said an unplanned
Gift will allow expansion of science program for women at YSU
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown Youngstown State University’s Women in Science
Phantoms face Steel, Nationals
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A shootout loss to their archrivals has the Youngstown Phantoms
Poland students treated to Radio Disney dance party
The gym floor at Poland Union Elementary shook Wednesday as more than 300 students danced for fun and fitness.
Ohio House OKs gambling legislation
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS The Ohio House OK’d legislation Wednesday to accommodate
Tallying I-680 spill's cleanup costs
Austintown firefighters Lt. Bob Robkey and Capt. Dan Marttin check the residence of Karen McCoy on Elberne Avenue on Youngstown's lower West Side in the wake of Tuesday's tanker spill on state Route 711 and Interstate 680. -30-
A failure to live up to principles
Opinion: When one writes about moral convictions, it’s probably a good idea to consistently live up to them.
METRO DIGEST || St. Casimir event Saturday before final service
The Ethnic Heritage Society will sponsor a presentation on the history of St. Casimir Polish Roman Catholic Church, 149 Jefferson St., at 10 a.m. Saturday.
MRCI, port authority team on development
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com VIENNA The Western Reserve Port Authority has teamed up with the
Brookfield man, 74, found dead after fire
Staff report Brookfield An elderly man is dead after his garage went up in flames. Edward
Lawmaker’s bill: No more cussing in class for teachers
Associated Press PHOENIX A teacher’s role may be to expand a student’s vocabulary, but one
Santorum leaps ahead of Romney in Ohio voters poll
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Republican voters in Ohio have changed their minds
Disposal of industrial waste rises significantly in Mahoning County
Industrial-waste disposal in Mahoning County nearly doubled in 2011, said Jim Petuch, county recycling division director.
Sectional Tournaments
Sectional Tournaments DIVISION I Site: Austintown Fitch High School, 4560 Falcon Drive,
Boardman fund gives grants to 3 teachers
Staff report BOARDMAN The Boardman Schools Fund for Educational Excellence (BSFEE), a component
Mahoning County tax bills are mailed
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Tax bills for all 166,000 real-estate
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .66, 21.98 —.10 Avalon
NIGHTLIFE
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Sat: Following June,
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Beauty & the Beast Jr.,SDRq youth production. Salem Community Theatre, Salem.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
NEw this week
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GM pension change
GM pension change DETROIT General Motors Co. says it plans to freeze its U.S. pension plan for
Roche warns of fake cancer drug
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Ducks rally, sting Fleury, Pens
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Dog tired at the end of a lengthy shift, Anaheim’s Matt Beleskey saw
Pakistani man fights police over 40-foot shark
Associated Press KARACHI, Pakistan Qasim Khan waged the unlikeliest of battles with Pakistani
WTG
Friday Dances Cross Roads, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St,, Girard; 330-545-8995.
METRO DIGEST || Man arrested after stash falls from pocket
CAMPBELL Youngstown police arrested a 21-year-old Campbell man and handed him over
Record time
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com This time around, The Jellybricks didn’t waste any time
In the groove, but hard to categorize
For just over a year, singer Ryan Houde has been living his dream playing and partying his way across Northeast Ohio with new urban band Groovesmith.
DISTRICT SWIMMING
DISTRICT SWIMMING When: Division II diving today. (Boys at 11:30 a.m., girls at 6:30 p.m.)
Health workshop for juniors, seniors
Health workshop for juniors, seniors YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN Mahoning and Trumbull County high
On the links This weekend’s other pro golf events
PGA TOUR NORTHERN TRUST OPEN Site: Los Angeles. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Riviera
Winter adds to ordeal of cancer patients
By Cynthia Billhartz Gregorian St. Louis Post-Dispatch ST. LOUIS For a lot of people,
Youngstown schools system facing a challenging future
Editorial: Just when it seemed that the em- battled Youngstown City School District had weathered the worst of
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Austintown school board policy subcommittee, 9:30 a.m., Austintown Fitch High
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, clothing giveaway, 9
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Midland Funding DE LLC v. Lisa Martinez, money.
Democrats first, Catholics second
Opinion: Democrats first, Catholics second In a Feb. 10 letter to the editor, a writer takes issue with
“grey’s anatomy” (9 p.m., abc): We’re in pain just writing about
“grey’s anatomy” (9 p.m., abc): We’re in pain just writing about tonight’s episode of “Grey’s
‘Romeo and Juliet’ at the Playhouse Authentic Shakespeare
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The upcoming run of “Romeo and Juliet” at the
TIPS TO AVOID DOCTOR VISITS
TRYING THESE TIPS MAY HELP AVOID DOCTOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE By Dr. KAY JUDGE and DR. MAXINE
Guys Without Ties marks 20 years as band
Staff report BOARDMAN Local band Guys Without Ties will celebrate 20 years of music this year.
‘Secret World’ comes up short
By Roger Moore McClatchy-Tribune News Service The new anime version of “The Borrowers,” titled
The Graedons || The People's Pharmacy
Q. I have had toenail fungus for many years and have tried all the remedies you’ve written about
Years Ago
Today is Thursday, Feb. 16, the 47th day of 2012. There are 319 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
2012 AMERICAN LEAGUE WEST preview
A team-by-team look at the American League West entering spring training, including key players each
Romney targets auto bailout in Michigan
Associated Press GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney is wooing
Obama plugs industry in Wis.
Associated Press MILWAUKEE President Barack Obama is using the resurgence of U.S. manufacturing
Betras appointed to board of elections
Four months after deeming Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras “not competent” to serve on the county board of elections, Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted appointed him to the same position.
Ohio police: Man dumped ashes, sold urns for scrap
Associated Press CINCINNATI An Ohio man is accused of stealing cremation urns, dumping remains
Irving scores 22 as Cavs beat Pacers
Associated Press CLEVELAND Kyrie Irving scored 22 points in his return after missing three games
Ex-Pa. representative’s 2nd trial opens today
Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. On the eve of former Rep. Michael Veon’s second corruption
Time to outlaw rent control
Opinion: NEW YORK James and Jeanne Harmon reside in and supposedly own a five-story brownstone on
Manufacturers providing outsize boost to economy
Associated Press WASHINGTON American factories are humming — and driving the economy forward.
Hallmark will air Warren native’s film
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com A movie produced by Warren native Sara Elizabeth Timmins
Mayor leaning toward term at old job
Charles Sammarone, appointed mayor in August, remains 99 percent sure he won’t run next year for that post, but says he’s strongly leaning toward seeking another term at his former job of city council president.
Hearings on changes begin
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS A Senate committee began hearings Wednesday on
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Area events
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Another CDC smoking study
Opinion: Marietta (Ga.) Daily Journal: Add more ammunition to the arsenal of anti-smoking efforts with the
presidents day
presidents day What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
On the record with Miranda Lambert
Country music’s fiery gal Miranda Lambert is packing up the Airstream and coming to Youngstown for what should be a rockin’ show Saturday at Covelli Centre.
Company will produce locally written plays
Bernie Appugliese is about to make the local-theater scene even more local. The 47-year-old
Wednesday, February 15 (131 stories)
Brookfield man and his dog die in garage fire
An elderly man is dead after his garage went up in flames.
Canfield school locked down when Mickey Mouse went missing
School district officials said an unplanned lockdown at C.H. Campbell Elementary School was executed perfectly Tuesday.
Suspect in several shootings shot, in critical condition
An East Florida Avenue man the police chief says is a “person of interest” in a number of shootings, including the Jan. 28 murder of a 17-year-old boy, is hospitalized in critical condition with a gunshot wound to his head.
Ohio House passes Nitro’s Law, goes to Senate
Ohio House passes Nitro’s Law, goes to Senate COLUMBUS The Ohio House signed off Wednesday on
FCC plans to nix wireless network that may jam GPS
FCC plans to nix wireless network that may jam GPS
Coroner seeking Whitney Houston medical, pharmacy records
Coroner seeking Whitney Houston medical, pharmacy records
Obama touts manufacturing at Wisconsin plant
Obama touts manufacturing at Wisconsin plant MILWAUKEE (AP) — President Barack Obama is calling
Ohio court backs 2-trial system for lawsuit claims
Ohio court backs 2-trial system for lawsuit claims
Human and humanoid robot shake hands in space 1st
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Philly church-abuse judge refuses to step down
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BREAKING NEWS: Arrest warrants issued for hazing of YSU students
Arrest warrants issued for hazing of YSU student
House leaders praise emerging payroll tax cut deal
House leaders praise emerging payroll tax cut deal
TCU football players among 17 caught in drug sting
TCU football players among 17 caught in drug sting
Pa. judge says couple's text messages are evidence
Pa. judge says couple's text messages are evidence
Pa. smokehouse fire ‘best-smelling in long time’
Pa. smokehouse fire ‘best-smelling in long time’ NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) — Firefighters have managed
Philly cops: Dispute over dog waste prompts fatal shots
Philly cops: Dispute over dog waste prompts fatal shots
Memorial service set for Joe Paterno in Harrisburg
Memorial service set for Joe Paterno in Harrisburg HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania Gov. Tom
NJ dentist investigated after 2nd kid dies in care
NJ dentist investigated after 2nd kid dies in care NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — A New Jersey dentist on
Pittsburgh-area mall opens after false bomb threat
Pittsburgh-area mall opens after false bomb threat
US high court denies stay of execution to Fla. man
US high court denies stay of execution to Fla. man STARKE, Fla. (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court has
New Castle youth charged as adult for robbery, assault
New Castle youth charged as adult for robbery, assault
Iran loads own fuel rods into research reactor
Iran loads own fuel rods into research reactor TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran says it has begun loading
Liberty Township trustees have special meeting Thursday
Liberty Township trustees have special meeting Thursday
LOUIE TODAY: Sheriff canfidate Jerry Greene, Loral Langemeier, Dr. John Vargo
Louie, Vindy.com's news radio partner, will interview Jerry Greene, the Mahoning County Democratic Party-endorsed candidate for sheriff.
Official: Prison fire in Honduras leaves 272 dead
Official: Prison fire in Honduras leaves 272 dead TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras (AP) — Trapped inmates
Police: Man eats at Cuyahoga Falls Wendy's, then smashes windows
Police: Man eats at Cuyahoga Falls Wendy's, then smashes windows
Cincy police: Man dumped ashes, sold urns for scrap
Cincy police: Man dumped ashes, sold urns for scrap
Colorado civil unions bill gets first hearing
Colorado civil unions bill gets first hearing DENVER (AP) — Same-sex couples are going to the
Man gets prison in beating of wife’s daughter
Man gets prison in beating of wife’s daughter ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania man who said he
Police: Man sexually assaulted infant
Police: Man sexually assaulted infant BELLE VERNON, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man is
Police responding to bomb threat at Ross Park Mall
Police responding to bomb threat at Ross Park Mall PITTSBURGH (AP) — Police are responding to a
Doctor’s office searched, drug ban imposed
Doctor’s office searched, drug ban imposed PETERS, Pa. (AP) — A Pittsburgh-area doctor
Sno Bowl will aid ministry organization
Sno Bowl will aid ministry organization YOUNGSTOWN The annual Neighborhood Ministries Sno Bowl
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY Boar’s Head Ladies of St. John’s Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will serve
Reward offered for Yorki-poo pup stolen from Campbell yard
A Whipple Avenue man told police his dog was stolen from her yard Tuesday afternoon.
Mahoning Twp. supervisors set residents' tap-in fee for new sewer
The monthly service fee for customers of the just completed $10 million sanitary sewer project will likely be $65 per month for residents and $85 for businesses, Mahoning Township Supervisor Vito Yeropoli said Tuesday.
Weathersfield firefighters, schools honored
Weathersfield Township trustees honored firefighters James Postlethwait and David Pugh with proclamations in recognition of their retirements.
Deal near on $10M recycling business in Mahoning County
Mahoning County is nearing a deal for what could be a $10 million brine-wastewater recycling center.
Mooney defeats Boardman
By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Whether it was because of Valentine’s Day night
East’s big run hurts Canfield
By BRANDON JUDEH sports@vindy.com CANFIELD A 10-0 third quarter run on Tuesday helped the East
Ohio’s chief justice offers to visit Valley to consider consolidation of Mahoning County courts
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com COLUMBUS Maureen O’Connor, chief justice of Ohio,
Agents probe Mahoning Valley's 7th case of animal abuse
By Ashley Luthern aluthern@vindy.com BOARDMAN Humane agents are investigating possibly the
Penguins stumble against Green Bay
Associated Press GREEN BAY, Wis. Brennan Cougill and Keifer Sykes each recorded double-doubles
Middlebrooks aces long-distance range
By JOE SCALZO scalzo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN There’s no nice way to say this: Four years ago,
Beachum: Youngstown school enrollment needs stability
By DENISE DICK denise_dick@vindy.com Youngstown The future of the city schools will be
Massage parlors' Warren lawyer cites case
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com WARREN An attorney representing nine massage parlors,
Late stretch leads Tigers
By DOUG CHAPIN sports@vindy.com CORTLAND No one in the gym at Lakeview High on Tuesday night
Reusing Christmas trees provides underwater habitat in Berlin, Milton
By PETER H. MILLIKEN milliken@vindy.com
High school sports at a glance
TUESDAY’s RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Austintown Fitch 59, Marlington 47 Akron
High court indefinitely suspends Atty. Helbley's license
Staff report COLUMBUS The Ohio Supreme Court has indefinitely suspended the law license of
Lawrence County officials act quickly to get ‘impact fees’
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com NEW CASTLE, Pa. Lawrence County commissioners moved
Valley safety forces face fuel spill, fire, crashes
Youngstown firefighters work to free the driver of an overturned truck carrying diesel fuel. The Tuesday accident on the state Route 711 entry ramp from Interstate 680 punctured the truck’s carrier tank, spilling thousands of gallons of diesel fuel into the city’s sewer system.
BUSINESS DIGEST || Shale panel meets
Shale panel meets YOUNGSTOWN County leaders met Tuesday for the inaugural Mahoning County Shale
There’s always time for cooking slow
St. Louis Post-Dispatch 11111They’re perfect for braising, a technique that’s a favorite of chefs
newsmakers
newsmakers Beach Boys, Radiohead to play Bonnaroo NASHVILLE, Tenn. The reunited Beach Boys
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Area events
A list of area events to commemorate in February, which is Black History Month, as submitted to The
Business boosted stockpiles 0.4% in December
Associated Press WASHINGTON Companies restocked at a faster pace in December, a positive sign
Obama threatens our liberties
Opinion: “Can the liberties of a nation be secure when we have removed a conviction that these liberties are
‘Right to Work’ Ohio poll results fail to surprise
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Backers of a constitutional amendment to make Ohio a
TOMORROW in vibe
TOMORROW in vibe The Youngstown Playhouse will produce an authentic “Romeo and Juliet.”
Let Pa. keep its own wastewater
Opinion: Let Pa. keep its own wastewater The headline in the Jan. 28 Vindicator read, “No cause for alarm
Bean healthy: Legumes add nutrition to comfort food
Family Features During the short days and cold nights of winter, many of us crave comfort foods.
Home and Garden Show features free admission
Staff report Niles When the Nature Stone Mahoning Valley Home and Garden Show returns to
Buckeyes rebound on road
Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS William Buford scored 24 points to spark No. 6 Ohio State, and
POLICE CALLS for Canfield, Austintown
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
Iran accused in Bangkok blast
Associated Press BANGKOK Israel accused Iran of waging a covert campaign of state terror that
oddly enough
oddly enough Erie stores, eateries target thieves with ‘shame’ ERIE, Pa. Several Erie grocery
Free dinner/clothing
Free dinner/clothing Smith Corners United Methodist Church, corner of Kirk Road and Route 46,
Road-upkeep pacts mulled for drillers
Staff report COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Natural Resources says it will consider requiring
Wine of the week
Wine of the week Name: : 2010 Jack Hammer Pinot Noir Region: Central Coast Price: $13 to $15
Legal limits on ownership of wild animals are needed now
Editorial: It is difficult to find words that describe all that is wrong about the Ohio Legislature’s
Progressives still follow wrong path
Opinion: “Often wrong but never in doubt” is a phrase that summarizes much of what was done by Presidents
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
courts MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Wesley A. Studemire Jr., 52, of 33 S. Hazelwood
Vegas attraction highlights tommy guns and gangsters Mob museum
By CRISTINA SILVA Associated Press LAS VEGAS In one room, a ghastly photo wall of bloody,
Recognizing a need to act
Opinion: Recognizing a need to act The Inter-Mountain, Elkins, W.Va.: If you want to keep a pet gray
birthdays
birthdays Actress Claire Bloom is 81. Songwriter Brian Holland (Holland-Dozier-Holland) is 71.
A faculty lounge?
Opinion: By Barbara Shelly McClatchy Newspapers It was the morning after the Florida primary and a clip
GOP battle benefits Obama
Opinion: The rest of the country may be tiring of it, but the drawn-out, high-decibel battle for the
Sugarland coming to Covelli
Country music duo Sugarland, with opening act Canaan Smith, will play Covelli Centre on April 6 as a part of its “In the Hands of the Fans Tour.” Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Feb. 24 through Ticketmaster.com, all ticketmaster locations, the Covelli Centre box office and by phone at 800-745-3000. Tickets are $42.50, $59.50 and $69.50.
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
The top five concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average ticket
ODNR grants permits for 3 wells in Valley
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has granted permits for three
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Lordstown board of public affairs, regular meeting at 3 p.m., Lordstown
METRO DIGEST || Yorki-poo pup stolen from yard in Campbell
Yorki-poo pup stolen from yard in Campbell campbell A Whipple Avenue man told police his dog was
5th annual criminal-justice fair set
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Northside Weed and Seed, and Heart Reach Ministries will
How strong is Santorum support?
Associated Press BOISE, Idaho The latest Republican to surge in polls, Rick Santorum is trying
Trumbull panel hearings to target CDBG issues
Staff report WARREN The Trumbull County Planning Commission will have a public hearing at noon
Obama welcomes Xi to US
Associated Press WASHINGTON The man destined to be China’s next leader won an extraordinary
US weighing steep nuclear-arms cuts
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Obama administration is weighing options for sharp new cuts to
college basketball roundup Tuesday’s games
MEN TCU 102, No. 11 UNLV 97 OT FORT WORTH, TEXAS TCU senior guard Hank Thorns sent a tweet a
nhl roundup Tuesday’s games
Devils 4, Sabres 1 BUFFALO, N.Y. Ilya Kovalchuk had three goals and an assist, and Martin
WVU wins lawsuit, clear to join Big 12
Associated Press MORGANTOWN, W.Va. West Virginia University announced Tuesday it has settled a
WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE Vs. YOUNGSTOWN STATE
WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE Vs. YOUNGSTOWN STATE Where: Beeghly Center When: Thursday, 7:05 p.m.
al east 2012 preview
A team-by-team look at the American League East entering spring training, including key players each
MAHONING TOWNSHIP New sewer fees to be subsidized, supervisors say
BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK news@vindy.com HILLSVILLE, Pa. The monthly service fee for customers of
DIESEL SPILLS
DIESEL SPILLS Facts Small diesel spills will usually evaporate and disperse within a day or
Kunitz: Quiet cog on top line
Associated Press PITTSBURGH Chris Kunitz crossed the blue line with speed, All-Stars all around
DUCKS AT PENGUINS
DUCKS AT PENGUINS When: Today, 7:30 p.m. Where: Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh TV: Root
itcl roundup Tuesday’s other games
South Range 89, Leetonia 70 BEAVER TOWNSHIP On South Range’s senior night, all five seniors
Selected local stocks
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WEATHERSFIELD Trustees honor 2 firefighters, school district
By Mary Smith news@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Weathersfield Township trustees honored
Houston’s funeral to be private service
Associated Press NEWARK, N.J. Whitney Houston’s funeral will be Saturday in the church where
US, Europe eye fast, risky penalty on Iran
US, Europe eye fast, risky penalty on Iran WASHINGTON The United States and Europe are
Tentative pact reached on cut in payroll tax
Associated Press WASHINGTON House-Senate talks on renewing a payroll-tax cut that delivers
PSU releases details of O’Brien’s contract
Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. Coach Bill O’Brien’s five-year deal with Penn State allows
boys’ district roundup Tuesday’s other games
Youngstown Christian 66, Conneaut 60 CONNEAUT DeVaun Adams scored 23 points for Youngstown
METRO DIGEST || Investigating death of trucking worker
Investigating death YOUNGSTOWN Cause of death for Jeffrey Uber, 57, of Niles, remains under
QUOTABLE DERRICK ROSE, Chicago Bulls player, on his aching back:
“This back pain should be behind me in a couple of days. I should be back out there in a couple
nba roundup Tuesday’s other games
Knicks 90, Raptors 87 TORONTO Jeremy Lin made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with less than a second
Girls BASKETBALL standings
DISTRICT W-LPPGOPG Brookfield13-644.433.6 East Liverpool13-649.243.8 Ursuline12-746.844.1
Big East open to talks with Pitt
Associated Press Big East Commissioner John Marinatto says his league “might be open to a
boys aac roundup Tuesday’s games
Austintown Fitch 59, Marlington 47 AUSTINTOWN Will Mahone scored 19 points and Dan Chepke 14
Pushing HB 125, group delivers roses
By MARC KOVAC news@vindy.com COLUMBUS Proponents of legislation that would ban abortions
ABC’s ‘Middle’ hits the target
Associated Press BURBANK, Calif. On ABC’s Wednesday night schedule, the Emmy Award-winning
Bullets almost hit woman lying in bed
Staff report new castle, pa. A woman was lying in bed when bullets from shooting in the street
Tuesday, February 14 (108 stories)
2nd man who died in Newton Twp. crash identified
Troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol have identified the second man who died in a Monday morning single-car accident in Newton Township as Justin Litz, 20, of Newton Falls.
Warren police continue search for men who tried to abduct 6-year-olds
A Warren police detective was trying Tuesday afternoon to talk to two girls who reported that two men tried to abduct them Saturday evening.
Death of Columbiana trucking company worker expected to be ruled accidental
Cause of death for Jeffrey Uber, 57, of Niles, remains under investigation, though “all is pointing to an accident,” the Mahoning County Coroner’s Office reports.
Police seeking information on 2 more animal cases
Humane agents are investigating possibly the Mahoning Valley’s seventh animal-abuse case since Jan. 30.
Campbell man offers reward for missing dog
Campbell man offers reward for missing dog campbell A Whipple Avenue man told police his dog was
Ohio Supreme Court suspends law license of Poland man
Ohio Supreme Court suspends law license of Poland man
ODNR issues permits for fracking wells in Columbiana Co.
ODNR issues permits for fracking wells in Columbiana Co.
Accident at Fifth and Rayen sends two to hospital
Accident at Fifth and Rayen sends two to hospital.
Calif. may intervene in Honda hybrid settlement
Calif. may intervene in Honda hybrid settlement SAN DIEGO (AP) — California’s Department of
Obama to tout American manufacturing in Wis. visit
Obama to tout American manufacturing in Wis. visit MADISON, Wis. (AP) — President Barack Obama
Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Ohio prompts lawsuits
Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Ohio prompts lawsuits
Toyota boosts US sales with rental cars
Toyota boosts US sales with rental cars DETROIT (AP) — Toyota began the year with a big increase
Central Ohio students sent home a second day due to odor
Central Ohio students sent home a second day due to odor
Report gives new detail on police shooting of teen
Report gives new detail on police shooting of teen McALLEN, Texas (AP) — A new report says a
Texas man charged in torture case goes on trial
Texas man charged in torture case goes on trial WEATHERFORD, Texas (AP) — Prosecutors say a North
Philly Dem seeks do-over on 'Year of the Bible' vote
Philly Dem seeks do-over on 'Year of the Bible' vote
Freddie Solomon, former NFL wide receiver, dies at 59
Freddie Solomon, former NFL wide receiver, dies at 59
Suspects in teacher kidnapping going back to Mont.
Suspects in teacher kidnapping going back to Mont. WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) — A North Dakota judge has
Judge: Sandusky can see grandkids, have local jury
Judge: Sandusky can see grandkids, have local jury
US stocks fall as Greek bailout debate winds on
US stocks fall as Greek bailout debate winds on NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks opened lower on Wall Street
City of Columbus celebrates its 200th birthday today
City of Columbus celebrates its 200th birthday today
Whitney Houston to be laid to rest Saturday in NJ
Whitney Houston to be laid to rest Saturday in NJ LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pop star Whitney Houston’s
Pa. man gets less prison time in do-over child-rape plea
Pa. man gets less prison time in do-over child-rape plea
1 person reported dead in Mercer County building fire
1 person reported dead in Mercer County building fire
Israel says Bangkok bomb is Iran terror attempt
Israel says Bangkok bomb is Iran terror attempt JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel said an explosion in
Los Angeles teacher’s aide arrested for lewd acts
Los Angeles teacher’s aide arrested for lewd acts LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Los Angeles high school
Man to trial for homicide in noodles fight
Man to trial for homicide in noodles fight GREENSBURG, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania man will
Police: Valley Forge cadet assaults fellow student
Police: Valley Forge cadet assaults fellow student RADNOR, Pa. (AP) — A Valley Forge Military
Pa. Amish man dies of burns from wood-burner fire
Pa. Amish man dies of burns from wood-burner fire SMICKSBURG, Pa. (AP) — An Amish man has died of
Sts. Peter & Paul set for bingo, card party
Sts. Peter & Paul set for bingo, card party YOUNGSTOWN Daughters of Sts. Peter & Paul Church
For charity, church quilters begin the job at square one
AUSTINTOWN The members of the Ladies Aide Quilters of Austintown Community Church, 242 S.
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
Mardi Gras to benefit Hospice of Valley
BOARDMAN PNC will present a benefit for Hospice of the Valley as Hospice hosts its 11th annual
— High School Basketball — FINISHING STRONG
The Cardinal Mooney High girls basketball team stormed off to a fast start against Austintown Fitch Monday night and finished the game strong, romping to a 58-43 victory.
V&M lawyer says Girard will treat wastewater
By Robert Guttersohn rguttersohn@vindy.com Girard V&M Star’s attorney denied at Monday’s city
Price is right for Ohio State
On Saturday, roughly 111/2 months before high school juniors will be able to sign national letters-of-intent, Fitch junior Billy Price took a campus visit to Ohio State, saw everything he needed to see and said, “This is it.”
Campaign just short of goal
The United Way of Youngstown and Mahoning Valley 2011 campaign raised $2.4 million, short of its $2.6 million goal and down from the $2.5 million raised in 2010.
Cleveland Indians - Injuries an issue for 2012 Tribe
By Paul Hoynes Cleveland Plain Dealer Manny Acta went down the check list. It was easy to tell
Leader has made difference
Edward Stark, who becomes superintendent of the Trumbull County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ Fairhaven Program on March 1, wasn’t working for the board in 2001 when Dr. Douglas Burkhardt became superintendent.
Pacts OK’d for schools’ $50M project
By Elise Franco efranco@vindy.com Austintown Ground will be broken before the end of this