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THE TRAFICANT CASE Proposed questions
The 17th District congressman wants the lead prosecutor in his racketeering case to be removed and
GETTING IT RIGHT
The Citizens' League of Greater Youngstown is calling for public officials to stop attending the
GIRARD SCHOOLS Health department OKs opening
The school administration is trying to relieve the concerns of parents. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN CSC lenders want equipment sale
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN A CSC attorney said a company is interested in operating part of the
Stacy Berman, Brent Racer set wedding date
BOARDMAN -- Stephen and Barbara Berman, 712 Mapleridge Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
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
Canfield office is secluded, unlisted
As of last fall, rent at the congressman's secluded office was $1,650 per month. By PATRICIA MEADE
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
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
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials to move records out of leaky subbasement
County officials are considering two locations to move the records. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
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
YOUNGSTOWN Company seeks tax break for move to Ohio Works
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Three companies, three projects of various
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
COLUMBIANA CO. Crews work on rail line
After brush is cleared, rotted railroad ties will be replaced. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
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
After-school program will help working parents
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Wilmington Area School District will offer an extended day program for
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
WARREN Groups discuss race relations
The community awareness group will be taking to the streets, the mayor said. By AMANDA C. DAVIS
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Antioch Baptist Church, 110 Funston St., Youngstown, 10 a.m. Thursday. Various items.
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
Miss Sniderman, Mr. Weatherhead to wed Dec. 29
YOUNGSTOWN -- Plans for the forthcoming marriage of Lani Sniderman and Steven Weatherhead, both of
WARREN Deputy becomes officer at Trumbull tech center
He begins his new assignment Monday. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
HERMITAGE School district to use armory for program
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The Hermitage School District will again use the Pennsylvania National Guard
PACKARD Retiring workers force recall
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN About 700 workers have retired to take advantage of a $15,000 bonus.
YOUNGSTOWN Agency finishes another house
The single mom and her three kids spent more than 350 hours helping build their house and another in
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
HOW MANY LINES OF STEM CELLS?
Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: American government funding is the engine that drives cutting-edge medical
LABRAE SCHOOLS Rebuilt district depends on bond
Pupils could attend school in a new building in 2004, one official said. LEAVITTSBURG -- Nearly
YOUNGSTOWN Three arrested in gang rape
Police spotted the suspects' car at Dairy Mart on the West Side and followed it. The driver got
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
B & amp;O STATION Officials to mull proposal
The last developer didn't make the required investments. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER
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.
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
Dream weddings
Bride's magazine has polled its readers and learned that getting married inspires weird wedding-
Fall kickoff night
Fall kickoff night GIRARD -- Girard schools is sponsoring a school-community fall kickoff Thursday
'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
LAWRENCE CO. Retirees package bandied
Workers will have two months to decide if they want to take the early-retirement package. By LAURE
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 --
THURSDAY
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ICL, TCL, and ESC looking ahead
The departure of Southington High from the East Suburban Conference coincided with the on-going
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.
Stopping for awareness
Stopping for awareness NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Enesco Group's 53-foot Precious Moments Care-A-Van,
SOCCER Canfield penalty has six sidelined
The varsity players are being punished for chemical abuse violations. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT
Parents' $30 million suit moves to federal court
The hearing has not been scheduled. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A
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
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
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Cafaro Field
Major league connections: The Brooklyn coaching staff is a story in itself. The manager is Edgar
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Michael and Debra Lipinsky, 720 Indianola Road, Boardman, girl, Aug. 21. Jeanie A.
NILES Schools panel is revisiting buildings
This week's visit is a quality control step in development of the district's master plan. By
WEATHERSFIELD School district will dedicate sports complex
Fireworks will follow the dedication ceremony. MINERAL RIDGE -- The Weathersfield Local School
Scrappers post 4-0 win
Doug Lantz shut down the division-leading Brooklyn Cyclones. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
GAME TIME Tonight
Who: Brooklyn Cyclones (44-18) at Scrappers (19-41). When: 7:05. Radio: WBBW-AM (1240).
KINSMAN Badger teachers reject final contract offer
The superintendent says he doesn't think the district has ever had a strike. KINSMAN -- Teachers
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
Voters to decide on government
A supporter of the study disputes the county commissioners' estimates. NEW CASTLE, Pa. --
STREET-SMART KIDS STOP! For some rules on safety
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND -- Several dozen kindergarten-aged
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
Rep's motion: Accusations but no affidavits
The congressman says the prosecutor promised reduced sentences to witnesses in return for their
SALEM Utilities commission, workers OK contract
Pay raises are provided each year of the agreement. SALEM -- The city utilities commission
Is double standard wind beneath Eagle's wings?
Opinion: EDITOR: The recent article on Eagle Heights Academy entitled, "Soaring Higher" glowed with the
Monster behind the counter
Opinion: If the accusations against Robert R. Courtney are proved true there is only one word to describe
YOUNGSTOWN Judge to decide about witness
Charles Scott's attorney said there's no proof that he knew about the subpoena. By BOB JACKSON
Firefighters OK pact
Firefighters OK pact YOUNGSTOWN -- City firefighters have approved a proposed three-year contract
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
Missing man sought
Missing man sought NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Authorities are searching for a 25-year-old man who left his