Fire destroys friend's trailer in icy Mahoning lane
Michael Maravola recounts feeling helpless as a 400 yard ice covered lane hindered Mahoning Township firefighters led by Captain Donny Retort from reaching a fellow firefighter’s trailer on Rt 422 near Michaelangelo's Flea Market. Fire units from multiple townships battled the blaze for about three hours, rescuing rifles and a box of ammo while Clark Sr. received medical aid at Jameson Memorial Hospital.
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Pulaski
Jim Morris
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Harding’s Olympic bid in doubt amid legal cases
In Los Angeles, quake victims line up for aid as Tonya Harding performs confidently amid fresh allegations she helped plot the Kerrigan attack. Joseph Magno, nicknamed Rocky, arrived after the quake. Vin Scully’s son and a pilot died in a helicopter crash. See Page 3.
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Ice coats Mahoning River amid freezing spell
Despite bustle around Jim's Brushless Car Wash yesterday the cold snap persists. Residents report the Mahoning River frozen solid, its normally flowing waters turned to ice as temperatures stay well below average.
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Mahoning River
Woman found dead under porch in cold Princeton area
Mary Presnar, 70, of 1803 Jackson Ave, was discovered under her daughter's porch after hours of exposure in extreme cold. Trooper Richard Matis said she appeared disoriented, possibly from a fall, medication, or the cold, and could not return indoors. Investigators note uncertain timing and unclear cause, with 911 called by the son-in-law and Paramedics rushing to hospital.
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Princeton
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Pennsylvania State Police
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St. Francis Hospital
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Snow days erase part of Lawrence County school year
Lawrence County students face shortened June vacation as 180 teaching days remain required by state law. Ellwood City Area Laurel and Shenango Area have added makeup days after keeping schools closed due to icy roads and extreme cold. Superintendent Joe Scungio cites safety and weather as main concerns as Pennsylvania endures an emergency.
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Winter’s worst in years forces school delays and game cancellations
Superintendents say heavy snows and freezing temperatures linger. Dozens of basketball games were postponed as athletic directors scramble for makeup schedules. Officials note this winter surpasses recent years, with closures affecting families and vacation plans. See SNOW, page 15.
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Billy Crystal exits as Oscar host after four years
LOS ANGELES AP Billy Crystal says he will not return to host the Academy Awards after four years noting his many Grammys Oscars and Comic Reliefs. He hopes a new host enjoys the experience as much as he did and no replacement has been named for the March 21 ceremony.
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