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ANNIE'S MAILBOX Divorce is causing further family rift
Dear Annie: My husband's brother, "Nick," went through a bitter divorce two years ago. He is now
THE RESILIENCE OF HATE
Opinion: THE RESILIENCE OF HATE Chicago Tribune: Just in time for the massive television audiences in the
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, various
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298,1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
GAIL WHITE A hard lesson reforms a hard-core drinker
Alan Rihel of North Lima has learned one of life's lessons the hard way. At 22 years old, Alan
No collateral
No collateral VIENNA -- Mortgaging Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport for money to help a start-up
Shea out for season
Shea out for season BEREA -- Cleveland Browns tight end Aaron Shea was placed on the injured list
SAN FRANCISCO 49ers' kicking woes continue; rookie Chandler could get nod
If Jose Cortez continues to struggle, coach Steve Mariucci may make a switch. By TOM WILLIAMS
Proposed industrial park in Austitntown Township would affect all residents
Opinion: Proposed industrial park in Austitntown Township would affect all residents EDITOR: I am writing
CHAMPIONS TOUR QUALIFYING RESULTS
CHAMPIONS TOUR QUALIFYING RESULTS Tuesday At World Woods Golf Club (Rolling Oaks) Brooksville,
YOUNGSTOWN Zoning board grants variances
A city property owner wants to someday farm his East Side acreage. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
STEELERS Maddox released with clean bill of health
The quarterback has permission to decide when he can return to practice. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
STEPHANIE BERRY
STEPHANIE BERRY School: Boardman Grade: Senior Statistics/accomplishments: Along with doubles
STAMFORD, CONN. Xerox trims jobs, office locations
The pretax charge against earnings will be larger than originally expected. STAMFORD, Conn. (AP)
The longtime friends finished fourth at the state doubles tournament.
The longtime friends finished fourth at the state doubles tournament. By BRIAN RICHESSON
NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Thrashers 4, Panthers 3 Atlanta found a new goaltender, then rallied for an exciting win. Not a
Clear Channel collects clothing, food items
Clear Channel collects clothing, food items YOUNGSTOWN -- Clear Channel radio is collecting winter
2-vehicle crash leaves woman hurt
LISBON -- A two-vehicle crash on U.S. Route 30 in Madison Township injured a Clyde, Ohio, woman.
AROUND THE NFL | News and notes
Packers: Green Bay signed defensive end, and former Browns player, Keith McKenzie to a one-year,
Summary of police activity:
Summary of police activity: CANFIELD Nov. 11 Vandalism: The passenger-side front window was
TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League ANAHEIM ANGELS--Added OF Robb Quinlan,
CANFIELD SCHOOLS Board makes a point with lottery
The board is getting ready to revise district policies in order to save money. By IAN HILL
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 20, the 324th day of 2002. There are 41 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Nov. 20, the 324th day of 2002. There are 41 days left in the year. On this date
Weapons charges
Weapons charges BOARDMAN -- A 23-year-old Youngstown man's attempt to drive away without paying
Pupils at Watson Elementary in Austintown got a taste of opera as Youngstown State University's
Pupils at Watson Elementary in Austintown got a taste of opera as Youngstown State University's
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials OK measures to spur growth
County commissioners agreed to join a regional development agency. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
WARREN City's health panel is seeking more facts from the state
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- The city's deputy health commissioner plans
WORLD ISSUES Big population means trouble, lecturer warns
We've conquered death but have done little to make family planning accessible worldwide, a
WKBN-TV seeks contract changes
YOUNGSTOWN -- Union workers at WKBN-TV are being asked to alter their contract to save the station
CAVALIERS Rockets keep Cleveland reeling
The Cavs' only lead was 6-4 in the 97-80 defeat. HOUSTON -- Cuttino Mobley was almost as
A CLOSER LOOK
A CLOSER LOOK V & amp;M Star Formerly known as North Star Steel, V & amp;M Star was
OHIO SENATE GOP releases video slot bill
The Senate president says he's reaching out to Democrats for backing. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
DAYTON NCR announces plans to lay off 1,500
Despite profits, NCR says it must become more efficient. DAYTON (AP) -- NCR Corp. said it plans to
"Anyone who is involved in the use of weapons of mass destruction will be particularly held
Opinion: "Anyone who is involved in the use of weapons of mass destruction will be particularly held
FINAL STANDINGS Gateway Conference
ConferenceAll Games WLPFPAWLPFPA W. Illinois61222127101394201 W. Kentucky611566383277156
Phar-Mor tax payment is late
The late payment is in addition to $1.24 million the district won't get because of a tax refund to
State should move quickly to aid Austintown schools
Opinion: Under any circumstances, the loss of $1.3 million is difficult, if not impossible, to absorb. But
PENNSYLVANIA Gov. Schweiker reports $130M in state subsidies
Philadelphia will get one-third of the subsidy money. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Outgoing Gov. Mark S.
THE NUMBERS YSU vs. Samford
YSUSAMFORD 6-4Record4-6 17.8Points scored25.6 17.2Points allowed34.8 299.3Total offense331.0
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Mahoning County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, 5
HELOISE Reader seeks recipe for pumpkin soup
Dear Heloise: Could you please give me a recipe for pumpkin soup? I had some a couple of years ago
CROWD CONTROL Tressel, Geiger calling on fans to show good sportsmanship
Wolverines coach Lloyd Carr raised safety concerns on Monday. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State athletic
CANFIELD SCHOOLS Board makes point with lottery
The board is getting ready to revise district policies to save money. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
FABRIC Washable offshoot of suede proves alluring
Sales are up, but customers are still wary of washing it. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CHICAGO -- A
CONTESTS
CONTESTS PB to the max Jif's Most Creative Peanut Butter Sandwich Contest for Kids is open to 6-
Where man and nature cross paths
John Paul Seman, a wildlife biologist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Wildlife Services,
YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Principals offer ways to raise scores
At Williamson Elementary, the number of fourth-graders passing portions of practice proficiency
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Gringo Joe (Birzer)7.204.003.20 Empyreal (E.De Jesus)8.605.40
MAHONING COUNTY Fake address reveals flaws in work-release oversight
A municipal judge has canceled the inmate's work release privileges. By PATRICIA MEADE
Pumped-up Clarett vows he's healthy
The freshman from Youngstown is nursing an injury in his left shoulder. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
NBA ROUNDUP | Tuesday's other games
Mavericks 98, Lakers 72 It's time to start wondering whether the Dallas Mavericks can do something
MEDICARE Doctor reimbursement cuts lead to patient rejection reports
One doctor said it costs $50 to treat a Medicare patient for every $35 in reimbursements.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL STANDINGS
BIG TEN CONFERENCE ConferenceAll Games Iowa80302130111467218 Ohio St.7017179120365150
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials expect a milder winter
WARREN -- Slightly higher temperatures in the ocean water off South America are expected to result
GIRARD YSU official discusses river's future
Compared to other regions, northeast Ohio is a water-rich area, a speaker says. By PETER H.
YOUNGSTOWN Crikey! Drug hunt turns up alligator
Youngstown police had search warrants for four city residences. YOUNGSTOWN -- Vice squad cops
GIRARD Budget pleases head of panel
Girard administration and council have agreed to meet monthly to stay within the budget. By TIM
FLAG FOOTBALL
FLAG FOOTBALL Teams and referees -- needed for winter league. All games will be played at
SHABBY CHIC Home decor style fades in popularity
Some see the look as too feminine while others like the eclectic style. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Berlin bridge to reopen
Berlin bridge to reopen YOUNGSTOWN -- The U.S. Route 224 bridge over Berlin Reservoir is scheduled
New pact has raises for Salem police
SALEM -- City council approved a new police contract that grants law enforcement officers pay raises
WARREN Robbery charges dropped
The two alleged victims now face charges. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Special prosecutor ends probe of crimes within drug task force
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- A special prosecutor appointed in May 2001 to
Death on the job is ruled accidental
Death on the job is ruled accidental BEAVER, Pa. -- The death of a New Castle man in an industrial
PITTSBURGH ZOO Death sparks technique queries
The zoo is keeping its elephants away from human contact for now. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The death of
NEW CASTLE Couple faces charges of insurance fraud
The couple contends the truck was repaired in another state. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
MAHONING COUNTY Akron man admits guilt in man's shooting death
The shooting was apparently set off by an argument over remarks made to a woman. By BOB JACKSON
Abortion opponent admits killing doctor
Abortion opponent admits killing doctor BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Anti-abortion militant James Kopp
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Miami focuses on basics when in trouble
Miami feels its defensive problems are in the past. By OMAR KELLY SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL
Outrageous seat prices await desperate buyers
Internet auction amounts are as high as $1,000. Print ads are asking for $500 a seat. Face value is
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOLS Treasurer holds out possibility of seeking levy renewal in '04
The treasurer said the district faces big deficits if the income tax levy isn't renewed. NEW
MAHONING COUNTY Cost going up for jail's medical services
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County will pay more next
ON TOUR Pro golf events this week
LPGA TOUR ADT Championship Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Trump International Golf Club,
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Judges meet and choose site for new courthouse
LISBON -- Columbiana County municipal court judges have chosen a site for a new municipal courthouse
COLUMBIANA CO. Man found innocent in shooting
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- A 39-year-old Perry Township man accused of
Mine awaits state permit
SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) -- Federal regulators have signed off on a plan to let work resume at a mine
Penn Power to move 30 jobs to Warren office next August
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Penn Power Co. expects to relocate about 30 jobs from New Castle to its Warren
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune IN THE BASEMENT: Jason Epperson is the producer behind the success of rapper
NILES MVSD OKs initial step toward renovations
The next phase of capital improvements could cost more than $49 million. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Agency to buy Rockwell site?
Officials are considering rehabilitating the property in several phases. By LAURE CIOFFI
Tressel knows what it takes
He grew up knowing all about the Ohio State-Michigan series; now he's a part of it. COLUMBUS (AP)
SHARON, FARRELL School districts seek grants for programs
The schools want to extend the program for at least three more years. SHARON, Pa. -- The Sharon
MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Home court makes a big difference for 2nd-ranked Kansas
The Jayhawks' crowd ignited the team to a 81-57 win over Holy Cross. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAWRENCE,
Perry trustee seeks county recorder job
SALEM -- A second Perry Township trustee is announcing his interest in being appointed Columbiana
MURDER CASE Evidence obtained illegally, defense says
Police should have seized the car immediately instead of waiting a day, the defense attorney said.
HERMITAGE Award ceremony to follow annual Holiday Light Parade
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- More than $1,500 in cash prizes await the best floats to appear in Saturday's
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.16 2.79 Bank One,.84,37.7637.74 Clear Channel,39.28
PREP FOOTBALL Bohren officially resigns at Niles
The coach led the football team to playoff appearances in 1999 and 2000. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
AMERICAN CONFERENCE
AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv Miami640.6002361874-1-02-3-05-3-01-1-02-2-0
MAHONING COUNTY Defense tries to block evidence in killing
Police should have seized the car immediately instead of waiting a day, the defense attorney said.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph A. Sferra, 29, of 751 Sable Court, Boardman, and
WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Scorekeeper will get workout from Penn St., Mississippi St.
Both teams are ranked in the top 25 and have prolific scorers. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- When
BASEBALL Cubs, Thome will talk, but Hee will have to do
CLEVELAND (AP) -- There may be a new team for Cleveland Indians fans to worry about -- the Chicago
First Presbyterian sets Thanksgiving dinner
First Presbyterian sets Thanksgiving dinner YOUNGSTOWN -- First Presbyterian Church of Youngstown
Driving violations bring jail
The defendant is the 'epitome' of the revolving door, lawyer says. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Manager: Buyout benefits all
Workers' pay and benefits will continue unchanged, and the new owners have added 10 employees to the
AREA ALL-STARS League selections
BOYS GOLF Steel Valley Conference First team Vic Daprille, Boardman John Metzinger, Ursuline
REGION ATF aids ODNR poacher probe
ODNR officials are also investigating allegations of illegal waterfowl hunting in Trumbull County.
Airport screeners: new, but improved?
Some passengers say they feel more secure, but others are impatient about what they see as senseless
FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS Irish face high-scoring Senators
Portsmouth West has tallied 486 points in 13 games. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT WEST PORTSMOUTH --
HERMITAGE Dial 'B' for burglary: Call leads to arrest
The granddaughter of burglary victims called their cell phone moments after police seized the device
TRUMBULL COUNTY Prosector: Use state purchasing till probes end
Commissioners are planning to follow the prosecutor's advice. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY SINKOVICH
COLUMBIANA Refractories plant to be sold; 170 jobs hang in the balance
The company will try to reorganize and seek a buyer by year's end. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN
YSU FOOTBALL Seniors get set for final contest at Stambaugh
The Penguins close out the season Saturday at home against Samford University. By PETE MOLLICA
NILES SCHOOLS Contracts awarded
The Niles City Board of Education awarded the following one-year contracts. Superintendent Pat
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE TODAY SOUTH West Virginia (7-3) at Virginia Tech (8-2), 7 p.m. THURSDAY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials want airport update
Mahoning County commissioners will consider a similar measure. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth David and Shawna Spencer, 2992 Andrews Place, East Liverpool, boy, Nov. 19. Lee
TRUMBULL COUNTY Panel to hold money while awaiting update on airport
Mahoning County commissioners will consider a similar measure. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
WARREN Board applauds attendance marks
WARREN -- Eight of the district's 12 elementary schools achieved attendance above the Ohio
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY There's no place like Homeless Solutions
"I will spread the word that this is here," said one resident of Homeless Solutions, the nonprofit
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia10350255234
LEETONIA Schools razing attracts interest
Completing baseball and softball fields by spring remains the top construction priority. By NANCY
COLUMBIANA TECH CENTER Exploring options at job fair
Some employers have attended the fair every year. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
STRUTHERS SCHOOLS Halloween ban upsets parents
Possible litigation was a concern of the school superintendent. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR
SHENANGO VALLEY Panel study continues on merging of police
A single department serving combined municipalities would guarantee current officers could keep
Truck catches fire
Truck catches fire NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- A portion of Pa. Route 60 near here was closed as
Brother-in-law named guardian
WARREN -- A portion of Jane Ellen Kleese's estate will be overseen by her former brother-in-law.
Sentenced in assault
Sentenced in assault CAMPBELL -- Luis Lafaye, 18, of Tremble Avenue was sentenced to 180 days in
Jason Kokrak and Kelly Baytos have found similar success.
Jason Kokrak and Kelly Baytos have found similar success. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF