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Stories published August 22, 2001

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Missing man sought

Missing man sought NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Authorities are searching for a 25-year-old man who left his


League's fussing over luncheons draws criticism

Those attending the luncheons say there is no reason to spy on them or question what goes on at the


Firefighters OK pact

Firefighters OK pact YOUNGSTOWN -- City firefighters have approved a proposed three-year contract


YOUNGSTOWN Judge to decide about witness

Charles Scott's attorney said there's no proof that he knew about the subpoena. By BOB JACKSON


Monster behind the counter

Opinion: If the accusations against Robert R. Courtney are proved true there is only one word to describe


Is double standard wind beneath Eagle's wings?

Opinion: EDITOR: The recent article on Eagle Heights Academy entitled, "Soaring Higher" glowed with the


SALEM Utilities commission, workers OK contract

Pay raises are provided each year of the agreement. SALEM -- The city utilities commission


Rep's motion: Accusations but no affidavits

The congressman says the prosecutor promised reduced sentences to witnesses in return for their


COLUMBIANA Council says no to zoning change

Nemenz said he wants to relocate his Save-a-Lot before Wal-Mart comes to Salem. By NANCY TULLIS


STREET-SMART KIDS STOP! For some rules on safety

By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND -- Several dozen kindergarten-aged


Voters to decide on government

A supporter of the study disputes the county commissioners' estimates. NEW CASTLE, Pa. --


EAST PALESTINE Chief is in line to become interim manager

He must choose an officer to lead the police department. EAST PALESTINE -- With council's vote


KINSMAN Badger teachers reject final contract offer

The superintendent says he doesn't think the district has ever had a strike. KINSMAN -- Teachers


GAME TIME Tonight

Who: Brooklyn Cyclones (44-18) at Scrappers (19-41). When: 7:05. Radio: WBBW-AM (1240).


Scrappers post 4-0 win

Doug Lantz shut down the division-leading Brooklyn Cyclones. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


WEATHERSFIELD School district will dedicate sports complex

Fireworks will follow the dedication ceremony. MINERAL RIDGE -- The Weathersfield Local School


NILES Schools panel is revisiting buildings

This week's visit is a quality control step in development of the district's master plan. By


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Michael and Debra Lipinsky, 720 Indianola Road, Boardman, girl, Aug. 21. Jeanie A.


SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Cafaro Field

Major league connections: The Brooklyn coaching staff is a story in itself. The manager is Edgar


Glaz-Martin troth announced; date set for wedding

The engagement of Tina L. Glaz, 5904-22 Tattersal Drive, Durham, N.C., and Calvin M. Martin of


VIENNA Rotary-sponsored race is a big hit with charity

A charter jet from Atlantic City delayed its landing by 20 minutes until the run was over. By


Parents' $30 million suit moves to federal court

The hearing has not been scheduled. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A


SOCCER Canfield penalty has six sidelined

The varsity players are being punished for chemical abuse violations. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


Stopping for awareness

Stopping for awareness NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Enesco Group's 53-foot Precious Moments Care-A-Van,


YOUNGSTOWN STATE FOOTBALL Five veterans selected as field generals

The Penguins will practice at 10 p.m. Friday at Stambaugh Stadium following the Ursuline-Rayen game.


ICL, TCL, and ESC looking ahead

The departure of Southington High from the East Suburban Conference coincided with the on-going


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THURSDAY

Youngstown City Council Education Committee and Youngstown Board of Education Government Committee,


MAHONING COUNTY Sting operations show drop in sales of tobacco to teens

The noncompliance rate was down nearly 50 percent from a similar check in February. YOUNGSTOWN --


LAWRENCE CO. Retirees package bandied

Workers will have two months to decide if they want to take the early-retirement package. By LAURE


'MILLIONAIRE' Final answer for woman from area: Show was fun

Even though she didn't make it far in the Hot Seat, the Hermitage woman said she liked being able to


Fall kickoff night

Fall kickoff night GIRARD -- Girard schools is sponsoring a school-community fall kickoff Thursday


Dream weddings

Bride's magazine has polled its readers and learned that getting married inspires weird wedding-


Company says ViaDrink could restore sex life

Area residents will be the first to taste the new herbal drink that plays off the name Viagra. By


MAKEUP TRICKS Focus on the eyes

If the eyes really are the windows to the soul, you want to make sure you apply your eyeshadow well.


B & amp;O STATION Officials to mull proposal

The last developer didn't make the required investments. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER


SHARPSVILLE Board balks at paying for sod

The board tabled payment of two bills to a landscape firm that worked on the field. By HAROLD GWIN


YOUNGSTOWN Three arrested in gang rape

Police spotted the suspects' car at Dairy Mart on the West Side and followed it. The driver got


LABRAE SCHOOLS Rebuilt district depends on bond

Pupils could attend school in a new building in 2004, one official said. LEAVITTSBURG -- Nearly


HOW MANY LINES OF STEM CELLS?

Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: American government funding is the engine that drives cutting-edge medical


WARREN Council to vote on money for wages

The city must still spend conservatively as it's not yet out of the woods, the mayor says. By


YOUNGSTOWN Agency finishes another house

The single mom and her three kids spent more than 350 hours helping build their house and another in


PACKARD Retiring workers force recall

THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN About 700 workers have retired to take advantage of a $15,000 bonus.


HERMITAGE School district to use armory for program

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The Hermitage School District will again use the Pennsylvania National Guard


WARREN Deputy becomes officer at Trumbull tech center

He begins his new assignment Monday. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --


Miss Sniderman, Mr. Weatherhead to wed Dec. 29

YOUNGSTOWN -- Plans for the forthcoming marriage of Lani Sniderman and Steven Weatherhead, both of


It's possible the pennant-chasing Arizona Diamondbacks relaxed a little too much Tuesday at

It's possible the pennant-chasing Arizona Diamondbacks relaxed a little too much Tuesday at


SURPLUS FOOD

SURPLUS FOOD Antioch Baptist Church, 110 Funston St., Youngstown, 10 a.m. Thursday. Various items.


WARREN Groups discuss race relations

The community awareness group will be taking to the streets, the mayor said. By AMANDA C. DAVIS


NEW CASTLE City takes first step of face-lift

A successful summer playground program on the city's south side will be expanded next year. By


After-school program will help working parents

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Wilmington Area School District will offer an extended day program for


Sweet doesn't mince words in discussing YSU's future

Opinion: During his state of the university address this week to administrators, faculty and staff, Dr. David


COLUMBIANA CO. Crews work on rail line

After brush is cleared, rotted railroad ties will be replaced. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM


GAIL WHITE Man is beautifying the city, one flower at a time

I read recently, "Someone once said there is really very little difference between people -- but


YOUNGSTOWN Company seeks tax break for move to Ohio Works

By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Three companies, three projects of various


Race to close 3 roads at Mill Creek Park

Race to close 3 roads at Mill Creek Park YOUNGSTOWN -- Three Mill Creek Park roads will be closed


TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials to move records out of leaky subbasement

County officials are considering two locations to move the records. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


GIRARD SCHOOLS Health department OKs opening

The school administration is trying to relieve the concerns of parents. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


Rotary-sponsored race is a big hit with charity

A charter jet from Atlantic City delayed its landing by 20 minutes until the run was over. By


SALEM Rotary Club to raise funds for room in center

SALEM -- The Salem Rotary Club is committed to raising $50,000 to buy naming rights to a conference


Canfield office is secluded, unlisted

As of last fall, rent at the congressman's secluded office was $1,650 per month. By PATRICIA MEADE


BADGER LOCAL SCHOOLS Teachers vote to reject board's final contract offer

KINSMAN -- Teachers in the Joseph Badger Local School District voted unanimously Tuesday to reject


Stacy Berman, Brent Racer set wedding date

BOARDMAN -- Stephen and Barbara Berman, 712 Mapleridge Drive, are announcing the engagement of their


YOUNGSTOWN CSC lenders want equipment sale

THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN A CSC attorney said a company is interested in operating part of the


GETTING IT RIGHT

The Citizens' League of Greater Youngstown is calling for public officials to stop attending the


THE TRAFICANT CASE Proposed questions

The 17th District congressman wants the lead prosecutor in his racketeering case to be removed and