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PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN A feather in his cap
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis John Kountz of Austintown, a member of the Turtle Island Lenni
Diane Parks to be bride of Brent Burns
XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Announced by Richard and Dolores Parks, 55 Ward Ave., is the engagement of their
Amy S. Baird, Steven Bennett set wedding date
XCOLUMBUS -- Amy S. Baird and Steven J. Bennett, both of 466 E. Tulane Road, have chosen June 13,
COLUMBUS Former turnpike worker is guilty of theft in office
He sought reimbursement for gas for times he was driving a car provided by the turnpike commission,
STEELERS 4 kickers to challenge Peterson
Pittsburgh's placekicker has struggled in the tie with Atlanta and loss to Tennessee. PITTSBURGH
Man sentenced in theft, assault
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Samuel Brown, 24, of Morris Street, was sentenced in Lawrence County Common Pleas
76ERS Iverson fears police watching too closely
The NBA All-Star fears crooked cops may target his controversial reputation. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
FASHION Pop-culture trends replace girlish garb
Young girls want to look like their big sisters or mirror what pop stars are wearing. KNIGHT
TRUMBULL COUNTY 14 seek seat in state Senate
Five officeholders in Trumbull County applied for the soon-to-be-vacant seat. By DAVID SKOLNICK
TRUMBULL COUNTY 13 seek seat in state Senate
Five officeholders in Trumbull County applied for the soon-to-be-vacant seat. By DAVID SKOLNICK
HELOISE Reader says bulk mail can't be returned to the sender
Dear Heloise: In a recent column, a reader offered her method for handling bulk mail -- crossing out
The Bible as fiction? No, and you can check it out
Opinion: The Bible as fiction? No, and you can check it out EDITOR: In the Nov. 13 letter titled, "An
Trustees made right decision on Austintown business park
Opinion: Change is often unwelcome and sometimes resisted, but some change is inevitable. That describes
Computer makers cut prices to boost end-of-year sales
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- They're still not free, but they're getting closer. A holiday price war
OSU-MICHIGAN Buckeyes, rival, can't run from game's hype
Former coach Earle Bruce gave a speech filled with fire and brimstone to the team on Sunday night.
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth William M. and Beverly J. Hegarty, 244 Forest Park, Boardman, girl, Nov. 6.
YSU BASKETBALL Penguins to open on road Friday
The men's team is at Indiana State, while the women travel to Bowling Green. By PETE MOLLICA
Associated Press
Associated Press YOUNGER DAYS: James Coburn, shown as Derek Flint in the late '60s James Bond
Constables sentenced
Constables sentenced YOUNGSTOWN -- Two employees of Ohio State Police Constable Service on Logan
REUNIONS
XHarding High School January Class of 1936 will meet for lunch at noon Monday at Wayside Restaurant,
Saddam holds the key to war or peace in Iraq
Opinion: By granting U.N. inspectors unfettered access to any and all locations, including his palaces, where
Wassel-Warren troth announced in Cortland
XCORTLAND -- James and Beverly Wassel of Cortland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Braves close Hampton deal
Atlanta got the left-handed pitcher from Florida and saved a lot of money in the deal. ATLANTA
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Zebecca (Skerrett)5.002.602.80 Easy Whirl (R.Perez)3.603.40
Columbiana sues over sewer work
LISBON -- The city of Columbiana is suing a paving company over a project to install sanitary sewer
"The question of war and peace remains first of all in the hands of Iraq, the Security Council and
Opinion: "The question of war and peace remains first of all in the hands of Iraq, the Security Council and
YOUNGSTOWN Official asks for hearing on ice rink
The park says it will feature alternative winter activities at the Wick Recreation Area. By PETER
Disaster Relief Fund support is requested
Disaster Relief Fund support is requested WASHINGTON -- The American Red Cross is asking groups
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Stanislav of Boardman, who recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary,
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Stanislav of Boardman, who recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary,
BIG EAST FOOTBALL Pitt faces giant test at Miami
The No. 1-ranked Hurricanes bring a 31-game winning streak into the contest. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
BEREA Browns believe playoffs possible
Cleveland trails Pittsburgh by a half-game in the AFC North. BEREA (AP) -- By beating the NFL's
HARRISBURG GOP keeps legislative leaders
House Democrats meet next week to select their leaders. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Boasting their
Book highlights clothes with real character
NEW YORK (AP) -- "Dressing in the Dark" sheds some light on Hollywood's most stylish men. The
Pens lose in OT
Pens lose in OT Saku Koivu scored a hat trick and Donald Audette got the game-winner in overtime,
YSU FOOTBALL P.J. Mays is just two touchdowns from making history
The Penguins' senior has scored 43 career touchdowns in three seasons. By PETE MOLLICA
TENNIS
TENNIS BOARDMAN JUNIOR LEAGUE Results--Gold 9, Black 1.5; Gray 7.5, Blue 3; Orange 5.5, Green 5.
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Where and when: PBS documentary airs 9 to 11 p.m. Tuesday and 9 to 10:30 p.m.
A familiar phrase for daughter
By DEBBIE FARMER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Many years ago, in the midst of my rebellious teenage
MAHONING COUNTY Pledge is optional at career center
The center will hold a full-period Veterans Day observance under a new proposal. By PETER H.
Federal judge orders removal of monument
Federal judge orders removal of monument MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- The chief justice of Alabama's
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Duke, Tennessee and Louisiana State are atop AP poll
Louisiana Tech jumped six spots after an impressive opening win over Texas Tech. ASSOCIATED PRESS
AUSTINTOWN SCHOOLS District to seek aid for $1.35M loss
Without additional money, the district could be in debt earlier than expected. By IAN HILL
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 19, the 323rd day of 2002. There are 42 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Nov. 19, the 323rd day of 2002. There are 42 days left in the year. On this date
TRUMBULL FINANCES County agency has trouble cashing in on federal grants
The agency recently bought 372 pairs of binoculars for police officers in the county. By STEPHEN
LORDSTOWN Officials hear facts on mapping system
The village will get the base information for the computer system on a quarterly basis from the
STIMULATING TOPIC What's up with caffeine?
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Q. Is caffeine safe for children? A. Research has found no evidence to
SHARPSVILLE Board leases part of building for charter school project
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- The Sharpsville School Board will provide a home for the proposed Advanced
AUSTINTOWN District to seek state aid to offset unexpected $1.35M loss
Without additional money, the district could be in debt earlier than expected. By IAN HILL
YSU FOOTBALL Players of the week
MVR Offense: P.J. Mays, 5-9, 220, senior tailback from Youngstown. MVR Defense: Russell Stuvaints,
Summary of police activity:
Summary of police activity: GIRARD Nov. 16 Threat: Police arrested a Joan Avenue man after his
INDIANA OF PENNSYLVANIA 5 suspended players go to court to seek playoff reinstatement
Indiana coach Frank Cignetti said three will be suspended regardless. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Five
NO SMOKING Great American Smokeout
Incorrect posture over the years can lead to debilitating stress on joints and muscles. By LINDA
NORTH JACKSON School levy to be on Feb. ballot
Open enrollment is costing the district, the treasurer said. NORTH JACKSON -- Residents of the
SHARPSVILLE, PA. Budget plan has tax raise
One mill of the property-tax increase is for a firetruck. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
LEETONIA New telecom company is high-tech lure
The company can make the area as well-wired as the Silicon Valley, said the industrial park's chief.
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Carolina freshmen dominate Penn St.
Monday's game was the first where the Tar Heels started three first-year players at once.
YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Mom protests moving son to other building
To combat middle-school overcrowding, eight pupils will be moved from East to Hillman. By JoANNE
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY VH1's 'Music Behind Bars' strikes a bad chord
VH1 is taking heat from talk show host Bill O'Reilly, among others, for its fall series "Music
PHILADELPHIA Comcast completes acquisition of AT & amp;T cable
The newly merged cable company is adding video on demand service. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Comcast
CHAMPIONS GOLF TOUR Qualifying begins for eight open tour spots
More than 100 senior players will battle for 72 holes for a chance at earning a tour spot. THE
CAVALIERS Duncan's numbers better in rematch
The Spurs, who have won 27 of the last 30 games with Cleveland, had five players in double figures.
TRUMBULL COUNTY Buyer takes credit for jail food decision
Carson says he didn't force Acme on anyone. A sheriff department official has a different take on
LIQUOR NEWS
LIQUOR NEWS Transfers The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Mount Moriah Fire Baptized Holiness Church, 84 Bright Ave., Campbell, various
OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA TRANSIT Officials reach across border to coordinate plans
The realignment was necessary due to a U.S. Census decision. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF
NEW CASTLE Man with body piercings guilty of assault
A judge dismissed kidnapping charges pending against the defendant. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A city man
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.40 2.59 Bank One,.84,38.1838.22 Clear Channel, 39.05
GIRARD Council gives OK to draft of $3.5M budget
Municipal court will increase costs to defendants as one way of becoming self-sufficient, the judge
NASCAR Stewart's career resembles that of his mentor, A.J. Foyt
Tony Stewart has all the characteristics -- top-notch racer, volatile personality -- of Foyt.
NBA ROUNDUP | Monday's other games
Knicks 94, Pistons 91 NEW YORK -- Latrell Sprewell returned to the starting lineup and scored 23
COUNTY FINANCES Trumbull EMA can't spend money fast enough
The agency recently bought 372 pairs of binoculars for police officers in the county. By STEPHEN
SPEECH WINNERS Columbiana tournament
Results from the Columbiana Rotary Speech and Debate Tournament over the weekend. Fourteen teams
By JOE SCALZO
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Ursuline senior tight end Louis Irizarry
YOUNGSTOWN Man pleads guilty in shooting
Prosecutors have been unable to locate the victim. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
Kim Sandwisch, James Chaney to be married
XAnnouncement is being made of the coming marriage of Kim Sandwisch, daughter of Jim and Cora
Tuition to increase
Tuition to increase SALEM -- The city school board agreed Monday to increase the tuition at the
PHILADELPHIA With McNabb lost for year, Detmer takes starting role
There's debate for McNabb to have surgery or let the broken ankle heal on its own. PHILADELPHIA
SBC COMMUNICATIONS Union pickets protest contract workers
The phone company is in the middle of cutting 11,000 jobs nationwide. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Waving
Young driver dies from crash injuries
Young driver dies from crash injuries BROOKFIELD -- A 14-year-old middle-school pupil has died as
Other developments in the war on terrorism:
Other developments in the war on terrorism: HOMELAND SECURITY The Senate defeated an attempt by
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Girard Baseball Association -- will hold a meeting Sunday, December 1, at 6:30 PM in
Bank accounts to change hands
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN WARREN -- Second National Bank is buying about $4.8 million in
Greenville boil-water notice is lifted
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has lifted its boil water
Audette rescues Canadiens with OT goal against Pens
Pittsburgh lost its second in a row and is winless in six games. MONTREAL (AP) -- The Montreal
NATION New tax rules lighten financial burden of caring for dependents
The new tax rules may save parents money, but don't wait. Some strategies require quick action.
MICHIGAN Carr knows what's at stake on Saturday
The Wolverines are dowplaying the spoiler role. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Lloyd Carr was calm, cool
TRUMBULL COUNTY Official takes credit for food switch
Carson says he didn't force Acme on anyone. A sheriff department official has a different take on
SALEM School district loses zone appeal
Area residents said the bus-garage plan would negatively affect their neighborhood. By NORMAN
THE DANGER TO THE CHURCH
Opinion: THE DANGER TO THE CHURCH Chicago Tribune: Bishop Wilton Gregory, president of the U.S. Conference
Back in the race
Back in the race By beating the NFL's sorriest team, the Cleveland Browns got back to .500. They
AGENDA
AGENDA WEDNESDAY Weathersfield Local Schools Board of Education, 7 p.m., high school library.
Ali takes message of strength, hope in visit to Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) -- Muhammad Ali capped his three-day goodwill visit to Afghanistan today
HOW THEY FARED YSU opponents
Clarion (7-4) lost to Slippery Rock, 21-14; Next, season completed. McNeese State (9-1) beat
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Elmer G. Frame, 49, of 1458 John White Road, Hubbard, and
Zoo officials said the attack was unprovoked.
Zoo officials said the attack was unprovoked. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A three-ton elephant crushed her
CLARK, PA. Whirlwind of activity makes quick work of tornado cleanup
Hundreds of volunteers spent a good part of their weekend working in the borough. By HAROLD GWIN
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB New
COLUMBIANA Council will meet with half its members
Three of six council members are on vacation. COLUMBIANA -- City Manager Keith Chamberlin already
Other techniques aid body alignment
LOS ANGELES TIMES Sherry Brourman's technique is one of several methods that can ease chronic pain
Saddam's use of poison gas on Iranians can teach U.S.
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR TEHRAN, Iran -- His gas mask would not fit tightly enough, so Mohammed