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Fight Schedule

Fight Schedule By The Associated Press National TV in parentheses Jan. 13 At La Carte Event


Ex-police chief wins lawsuit but gets no money

It is unlikely that there will be an appeal, the former chief's lawyer said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN


Bush says he's ready for NFL

Southern California's tailback is expected to be a top pick in the April draft. LOS ANGELES (AP)


America's prisons filled with its failures

Opinion: By Beverly Henry knight ridder/tribune Like Betsy Ross, I sew American flags. But I do my work


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Age difference may spoil the dating game

Dear Annie: I am a 26-year-old guy who is pretty quiet. I really don't go out anywhere except to the


Manager: Finance figures will come

This is a good first step, but it should have come sooner, a councilman says. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Officials plan to resume work-release program

District Attorney John Bongivengo was elected prison board president. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


South Range wins 63-51 in overtime over Rockets

NORTH LIMA -- THE SOUTH RANGE HIGH GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM MADE 12 OF 16 FREE THROWS IN OVERTIME TO


Colts keep cool after Porter gabs

The Steelers linebacker motivated Indianapolis to a 26-7 win in November. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --


Fugitive goes to police

Fugitive goes to police YOUNGSTOWN -- Raymond Patterson, after seeing his photo in The Vindicator


Hines Ward is under word watch to make sure Colts aren't agitated

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Hines Ward didn't enjoy being Chad Johnson, not even for one day. Ward, often


Robbers attacking women, stealing purses

One South Side victim was thrown to the ground. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two women in their 70s are among


Will Alito help in crushing abortion?

Opinion: SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- To know what's at stake in the Supreme Confirmation hearings, it's best to


Schools will protest liquor license for restaurant

The restaurant's owners say they will serve wine and beer only with dinners. BY JEANNE STARMACK


Raises OK'd for Mercer County employees

MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County commissioners approved raises averaging 2.8 percent for county


Redskins will need boost in yardage

Last week's meager output won't be enough against the Seahawks. ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Excited over


Pitt still perfect with 73-65 win

The Panthers shook off a 13-point deficit to beat DePaul. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Aaron Gray scored 20


States call Real ID Act a nightmare

Estimates show the cost will blow past the figure Congress intended. associated press An anti-


Cowher's quest: win again on road

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher was talking to reporters when one mentioned


Le Cercle Fran & ccedil;ais holds annual election

YOUNGSTOWN -- The annual meeting of Le Cercle Fran & ccedil;ais on Dec. 17 at the Youngstown


Abuse probe unfinished, records say

At least 251 military members have been punished, an Army spokesman said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


Davenport's 34 points lead Buckeyes

Iowa was outplayed in the 72-62 loss. IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) -- Jessica Davenport scored a season-


Wallace leads Pistons past Spurs again, 83-68

For the second time, Detroit held San Antonio to a season low in points. SAN ANTONIO (AP) --


'Survivor' star Amber offers advice to girls

The reality-TV star is serious about being a role model. vindicator staff report "Survivor:


Korean scientist: Fraudulent findings stemmed from deceptive researchers

Hwang Woo-suk took full responsibility for the use of fake data. SEOUL, South Korea (AP) --


Executed man was guilty

A mountain of other evidence had pointed to Roger Keith Coleman. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- A new round


Best Bets on TV Tonight

"Monk" (10 p.m., USA): Our favorite obsessive-compulsive genius detective returns tonight as "Monk"


Panel OKs end to residency rule

Youngstown's mayor testified, saying the legislation would severely harm Ohio's urban areas. By


Fall Out Boy coming to Pittsburgh, Cleveland

Fall Out Boy coming to Pittsburgh, Cleveland Fall Out Boy's Black Clouds and Underdogs tour, which


Dakar Rally Results

Dakar Rally Results At Labe, Guinea 12th Stage 228 miles from Bamako, Mali to Labe 1. Luc


Three indicted on variety of charges by grand jury

The man who was shot by a cop killer has been accused of shooting someone. YOUNGSTOWN -- A


2 robbers, 1 burglar sentenced for crimes in Hubbard, Warren

WARREN -- Three men were sentenced to prison Thursday for robberies and a burglary in Hubbard and


AP Sportlight

AP Sportlight Jan. 13 1962 -- Wilt Chamberlain scores an NBA regulation-game record 73 points to


URANIUM ENRICHMENT 4 countries' officials call for U.N. action on Iran

The United States offered significant incentives to Iran. WASHINGTON POST PARIS -- The foreign


Dentist, doctor indicted in drug trafficking

By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- A Poland dentist and a Hubbard


Library trustees to seek levy on primary ballot

The proposed levy is smaller than the one that failed Nov. 8. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


Inspection will determine amount of asbestos inside

An answer on the asbestos should be coming by the end of January. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR


& lt;B & gt;ARMENI, & lt;/B & gt; Ida M., 77, of Boardman; calling

& lt;B & gt;ARMENI, & lt;/B & gt; Ida M., 77, of Boardman; calling hours Saturday


Sharon's doctors face new criticism

The prime minister lay comatose for an eighth day Thursday. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Ariel Sharon's


Luggage is blamed in stampede fatal to 345

In 1990, 1,426 people were crushed by the mob. MINA, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Muslim pilgrims tripped


Seditz in cross hairs of new Boardman trustee

Editorial: During last year's Boardman Township trustee race, political newcomer Robyn Gallitto, a lawyer, made


Military expects violence to increase

At least 500 people have been murdered since the Dec. 15 elections. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The U.S.


Boccieri, Gerberry may finally lock horns

Opinion: It's a rematch of sorts between state Rep. John Boccieri of New Middletown and Mahoning County


Horizon success again eludes YSU in loss at Beeghly

The Penguins had a second-half lead before losing to UW-Milwaukee. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


Taft offers financial incentives to Delphi

The governor thinks proposed incentives could help plants in jeopardy. By DON SHILLING


On the SidE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . THIS AND THAT FROM THE WORLD OF VALLEY POLITICS. SEEKING RE-ELECTION: THE


A frightening survey for Friday the 13th

A frightening survey for Friday the 13th kJUST IN TIME for Friday the 13th, Disneyland Resorts is


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Saturday,Jan14th. Divisional Playoffs SEATTLE91/2Washington


AROUND THE NHL | THURSDAY'S GAMES

Islanders 3, Flames 2 UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- Rick DiPietro made 28 saves in his return to goal for the


Denver's Shanahan not far behind Belichick as coach

He has been able to pick players who run different plays out of different sets. DENVER (AP) --


Vinegar eliminates mineral deposits

Dear Heloise: I have heard that you can add vinegar to your dishwasher to help eliminate white spots


Phantoms, Barons to battle tonight

Both teams are playing at their best going into the game at the Ice Zone. BOARDMAN -- The Mahoning


WOMEN'S TOP 25 THURSDAY'S OTHER GAMES

No. 1 Tennessee 94, No. 13 Georgia 85 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Candace Parker scored a career-high 26


ASSOCIATIONS

ASSOCIATIONS XJohn F. Kennedy High School/St. Mary High School Alumni Association will hold a


Retail stores may offer luxury shopping

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS YOU'RE OFF ON A BARGAIN QUEST AT A SUPERSTORE. YOU MENTALLY PREPARE


Packers name 49ers assistant McCarthy to coach

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Mike McCarthy was hired Thursday as coach of the Green Bay Packers, who hope


Once upon a chime, all was well

The group previously scaled back the hours and lowered the volume. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


Planning panel wants heritage commission

The primary concern is making the program mandatory. By TIM YOVICH Vindicator Trumbull Staff


Playoffs

PLAYOFFS SCHEDULE SATURDAY WASHINGTON AT SEATTLE, 4:30 P.M. (FOX) NEW ENGLAND AT DENVER, 8


Today's birthdays

Today's birthdays Country singer Liz Anderson is 76. Actress Frances Sternhagen is 76. Actor-


Ryan hopes visit to Israel benefits Valley

The congressman wants to take Valley leaders to Israel in a year or two. By DAVID SKOLNICK


thursday's NBA Summaries

thursday's NBA Summaries Pistons 83, Spurs 68 DETROIT (83)--Prince 5-11 3-4 13, R.Wallace 12-20


NEW CASTLE PLAYHOUSE 'Octette' will offer dramatic insight

It's a glimpse of what things were like for women during the Depression. By L. CROW VINDICATOR


China has big plans to set global prices

Opinion: By PETER MORICI Providence Journal The stalemate at the recent World Trade Organization meetings


"Unfortunately, a group of bullies allows itself to deprive nations of their legal and natural

Opinion: "Unfortunately, a group of bullies allows itself to deprive nations of their legal and natural


Major Indoor Soccer League

Major Indoor Soccer League WLPct.GB Milwaukee91.900-- St. Louis83.7271 1/2 Baltimore64.6003


Tax-fraud trial begins for 'Survivor' winner

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) -- Reality show star Richard Hatch is merely the "world's worst bookkeeper,"


Every game has winners and losers

Taylor Amendolara, right, laughs with fellow Canfield High School basketball player Rachel Melewski


Alliance High welcomes Top Gun competitors

Thirty-nine schools are expected to be represented at the two-day event. By MARK W. MILLERS


National Hockey League

National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA


Miller apologizes for drinking comments

They caused an uproar among his team, sponsors and the sport's hierarchy. WENGEN, Switzerland (AP)


BASEBALL

BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Agreed to terms with 1B-OF Kevin Millar and LHP


Teamsters will represent road department

NEW SPRINGFIELD -- The township road department has been recognized as a Teamsters bargaining unit


McDonald's streak hits 11

The Blue Devils remained unbeaten with a 61-47 win over Springfield. By RYAN JONES VINDICATOR


Both vulnerable. South deals.

Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x Q 10 8 u J 10 9 7 v Q 5 4 w 9 6 3 WEST EAST x 6


hFor sweethearts in the military overseas

hFor sweethearts in the military overseas REVERE, Mass. -- Sweethearts candies made by the New


BIRTHS

BIRTHS ST. ELIZABETH FAMILY BIRTHPLACE MANUEL AND SHERRY RODRIGUEZ, YOUNGSTOWN, GIRL, JAN. 11.


Crestview has easy time against Wellsville, 82-46

Lisbon also improved to 5-1 in the Tri-County League by beating East Palestine. NEW WATERFORD --


Confirmation to top court appears likely

Judiciary Committee senators are to discuss the nomination Tuesday. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Samuel


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew J. Underwood, 28, of 641 Creed St. No. 4, Struthers,


China's war on poverty worth studying

Opinion: "China is lifting a million people a month out of poverty." It is just one statement in an


WTA Tour RLP Canberra International

WTA Tour RLP Canberra International At Canberra, Australia Purse: $145,000 (Tier IV) Surface:


What scares you?

Special to the Vindicator ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Fears are the topic of the day every Friday the 13th


Rayen girls team posts 41-32 win over Mooney; Taylor scores 16

YOUNGSTOWN -- Brittney Taylor scored 16 points and made six rebounds, three steals and an assist


POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Jan.


Once-upon-a-time geek knows how to be cool these days

CHICAGO TRIBUNE If you're a little on the nerdy side and you need tips on dealing with the


Private eye is guilty of hindering probe

No one has ever been charged in the murder and her body has not been found. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


Madness at the border

Opinion: San Francisco Chronicle: In a country as diverse as ours, there will always be some people pushing


YSU is unable to catch Raiders

The Penguins were outlasted by Wright State, 64-60, at home in a Horizon League game. By PETE


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 13th--Killians King (Deaton)6.203.403.00 Direct Dragon


REGION

REGION Blue Jackets send back Brule COLUMBUS -- The Columbus Blue Jackets will send top prospect


MEN's Basketball

MEN's Basketball EAST Albany, N.Y. 53, Boston U. 47 Binghamton 71, Maine 53 Long Island U.


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO What: "The Octette Bridge Club." Where: New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long Ave., New


NEW CITIZENS MAHONING COUNTY

These eight people took the oath of allegiance to the United States as new citizens at


Professor: Uniforms benefit behavior

The study looked at Ohio's eight largest school districts. YOUNGSTOWN -- Requiring students in


Koenig hired as baseball coach

The new head coach has experience as a player and a coach. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF


Bush returns to assess progress of rebuilding

Many neighborhoods remain uninhabitable. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- After a three-month absence from the


Senior who was involved in drugs speaks his mind

A White House official told the crowd that adults must send a consistent anti-drug message. By


'SABRINA' ACTRESS GIVES BIRTH TO BABY BOY

'Sabrina' actress gives birth to baby boy NEW YORK -- Melissa Joan Hart, former star of TV series


INDICTMENTS MAHONING COUNTY

A Mahoning County grand jury handed up these indictments Thursday: Nino Carosella, 24, of


UNIFYING STANDARDS | CHALLENGES

Among the trickiest issues: States will have to consult multiple databases to check the accuracy


Associated Press

Associated Press iN THE HOT SEAT: Judge Samuel Alito answers last-round questions from the Senate


Traficant's penpal helps to sell prison paintings

The art is a way to relieve frustrations, the prisoner's friend says. YOUNGSTOWN -- An artist who


'The Bear' rescued officers under fire

The police standoff was the highest-profile use to date of 'the Bear.' By DEBORA SHAULIS


MOBILE TV CBS makes soap opera specially for cell phones

More phones are coming with higher definition screens that simulate TVs. WASHINGTON POST CBS


THURSDAY'S RESULTS

THURSDAY'S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES RAYEN 41, MOONEY 32 URSULINE 76, WARREN


Many variables go into psychology of swimming

By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Just like in all sports, psychology plays a


Today is Friday, Jan. 13, the 13th day of 2006. There are 352 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, Jan. 13, the 13th day of 2006. There are 352 days left in the year. On this date in


Luggage is blamed in stampede fatal to 345

In 1990, 1,426 people were crushed by the mob. MINA, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Muslim pilgrims tripped