News for December 9, 2001 | Vindy Archives

Records review puts gifts at $1M

By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- If U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant Jr.

LESLI CLARK JEREMY BROWER

LESLI CLARK JEREMY BROWER CINCINNATI -- The marriage of Lesli Irene Clark, 2203 W. Clifton Ave.,

WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of Dec. 9: TODAY Post 235, American Legion, 11 High St., Girard, 2

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the

Bridge to be closed for maintenance

Bridge to be closed for maintenance PULASKI, Pa. -- The Nashau Bridge in Pulaski Township will be

Remaining Goldberg possessions auctioned off

The $300,000 bid on the home met expectations, the auction director said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

BOARDMAN Holiday show is gift to Valley

A package of 'Musical Memories' was delivered to the appreciative audience by a troupe of talented

GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY Garden Gate will have a Christmas party at 7:30 p.m. with Dorothy Shirilla as hostess and

JAMES DULLEY | Cutting your utility bills For replacements, look into fiberglass windows

Q. I am tired of old, leaky, inefficient windows that stick closed or won't stay open and sweat

AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Austintown Township public hearing on home rule, 6 p.m., regular meeting, 7 p.m.,

Brants mark 50th anniversary at celebration

AUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Gary Brant of Austintown were honored Nov. 3 at a party at the Croatian

Hickory shrugs off slow start for win

HICKORY, Pa. -- The Hickory High boys basketball team overcame a sluggish first quarter to defeat

LIBERTY Family to keep ALS site going

The Liberty native wanted others with the diagnosis to have more information about the disease. By

Center mixes learning with fun

Two newer exhibits at the Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland are a great excuse for a family

NOREEN PRICE JASON VAG

NOREEN PRICE JASON VAG BOARDMAN -- St. John Greek Orthodox Church was the setting at 3:30 p.m.

Surprise anniversary celebration held to honor Whites in Canfield

YOUNGSTOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. David White, 204 Charlestown Place, was

The Great Lakes Science Center is located on the shores of Lake Erie in downtown Cleveland immediately east of the Cleveland Browns stadium. Regular prices for combination tickets, including admission

Theater are $10.95 for adults and $7.95 for ages 3-17. Discounted parking is available in the

KEYSTONE CLIPS Rainfall reaches normal for November, not year

Rainfall in the Shenango Valley during November was right on the money, according to the Shenango

STOTT PILATES Core exercises

This is an exercise regimen that requires dedication and concentration. By LAURIE M. FISHER

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL YSU goes cold, loses lead, verdict to WIU

The Penguins shot 60 percent in the first half to lead, but they couldn't maintain that accuracy and

Hillman Lodge schedules installation ceremony

YOUNGSTOWN -- A highlight of the 7 p.m. meeting Wednesday of Hillman Lodge 481, F & amp;AM, will

To streamline your trek through airport security, the Federal Aviation Administration recommends

JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Five area starters lead Walsh to first 8-win season, title

NORTH CANTON -- Five starters from the Youngstown area played key roles in the success of the Walsh

SELENA BANKS CHRISTOPHER PHILLIPS

SELENA BANKS CHRISTOPHER PHILLIPS YOUNGSTOWN -- Selena Dawn Banks and Christopher Shamus Phillips

VETERANS

VETERANS Letter alternatives The Department of Defense said the Navy has developed a Web-based

HOLIDAY SHOPPING Tool time

Basic tools for everyday projects should be on everyone's list. By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR

Julie Gallo's 18 points power Poland

POLAND -- Senior center Julie Gallo had six of her game-high 18 points in the second quarter

LINDA BIVINS NICHOLAS GIOPPO III

LINDA BIVINS NICHOLAS GIOPPO III YOUNGSTOWN -- The Marble Room at Stambaugh Auditorium provided

REGION

REGION Seminar offered for home buyers YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Area Urban League will have

MAHONING VALLEY Study shows export growth with NAFTA

Two local union leaders say NAFTA is costing Valley jobs. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR

Harris, Smith lead Red Devils past Leetonia

LEETONIA -- Terrell Harris and Jerry Smith each scored 14 points while Mike Harden added 13 with

MICHELLE LODYN JOHN CALKO

MICHELLE LODYN JOHN CALKO YOUNGSTOWN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place at 2:30 p.m. Nov.

STACY BERMAN BRENT RACER

STACY BERMAN BRENT RACER POLAND -- A reception was held Nov. 3 at Mr. Anthony's in Boardman in

Boardman's Vallos wins Brooke title

BROOKE, W.Va. -- Boardman High senior Steve Vallos won the Wendy's Brooke Wrestling Classic at 275

Early airport arrival advice carries a lot of wait

Holiday travel through Cleveland Hopkins Airport was down by 10 percent to 20 percent. By STEPHEN

MARY DRAGELEVICH DOMINIC FRAZZINI III

MARY DRAGELEVICH DOMINIC FRAZZINI III YOUNGSTOWN -- St. John's Episcopal Church was the setting

ALICIA FOX TYSON VAUGHN

ALICIA FOX TYSON VAUGHN OXFORD -- Kumler Chapel on the campus of Miami University was the setting

Nutcracker offers new tradition for families

Opinion: For two years now, The Moscow Ballet's "Great Russian Nutcracker," sponsored by Youngstown State

KIMBERLY WESS ERIC TARR

KIMBERLY WESS ERIC TARR STRUTHERS -- The wedding of Kimberly Wess and Eric Tarr, both of 32 Moore

FISHING

FISHING Pa. fish commission plans panfish meeting The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

Woman faces charges in baby's overdose

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 44-year-old South Side woman has been accused of child endangering after an 18-

JENNIFER WILSON GREGORY GURNAK JR.

JENNIFER WILSON GREGORY GURNAK JR. BOARDMAN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place during a 3

PPREP SCORES, SUMMARIES &amp; amp; SCHEDULE

SATURDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Boardman 67, Kent Roosevelt 46 Ursuline 62,

JACK WOLLITZ For me, it's all in the strike

Certain moments in fishing are what define the sport for those who love it as I do. For some

Skip the diamond and get her a drill

Who says diamonds are a girl's best friend? You can't hang a shelf or pound a nail with one, can

What should be done

During an annual inspection, a repair person should do the following: Oil the blower axle on an

TOP 25 ROUNDUP Women's college basketball

No. 3 Oklahoma 86, Montana State 62 NORMAN, Okla. -- LaNeishea Caufield scored 22 of her career-

SCOTT SHALAWAY Mexico's president moves to preserve Monarchs

Great news from Mexico! President Vicente Fox recently visited the monarch butterfly sanctuaries

Coonce-Minick engagement is announced

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. -- Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Coonce of 108 Oaklawn Drive, announce the engagement of

Golden Agers hold installation of new officers

AUSTINTOWN -- New officers were installed Nov. 13 for the Golden Agers of St. Joseph Church during a

INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go For information about the NBC Studio tour, call (212) 664-3700.

MONDAY

MONDAY X What to give to that unemployed loved one who only wants a job? Career columnist Amy

Happy Seniors installs new officers

BOARDMAN -- Cornersburg Happy Seniors held installation of officers Nov. 1 at a meeting at the

HERMITAGE GOOD FELLOWS Volunteers continue Christmas tradition

The Hermitage Good Fellows hope to help 150 needy families this Christmas. HERMITAGE, Pa. --

COLUMBIANA SCHOOLS Longtime secretary prepares to retire

Blake said elementary pupils were always ready to give or take a hug. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR

Rekindled spirits

Rekindled spirits How have the events of Sept. 11 and afterward rekindled your giving spirit, or

SIDELIGHTS For all seniors

Howland SCOPE On Stage Book Club will meet at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the home of Peggy Boyd. There

Swamped with wildlife

The southwest Florida sanctuary features a 2.25-mile raised boardwalk so visitors can get a close

LOCAL

LOCAL Book signing A book signing will be held today at a holiday craft show at Mr. Anthony's in

FEDERATED CLUBS

WEDNESDAY Fortnightly IV will meet at 7:30 p.m. for a Christmas social and gift exchange. Toni

MASONIC GROUPS

MONDAY L.B. Circle, Past Matrons of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Austin Manor.

LEANNE ANTRONICA JAMES SNYDER III

LEANNE ANTRONICA JAMES SNYDER III YOUNGSTOWN -- LeAnne Antronica, daughter of Sam and Pauline

NICOLE DIFRANGIA JAMES STANGO

NICOLE DIFRANGIA JAMES STANGO YOUNGSTOWN -- Nicole DiFrangia, daughter of Bill and Angela

JOYCE CUTSHALL VINCENT PACHECO

JOYCE CUTSHALL VINCENT PACHECO CAMPBELL -- Joyce Cutshall and Vincent Pacheco, both of Pittsburgh,

TOLKIEN TOURS If you go

Oxford is an easy one-hour train ride from London's Paddington Station. The Oxford Tourist Centre

Program helps young people build lives

The 13 students and their director are embracing their second chances. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY

SHOPPING TRIPS

SHOPPING TRIPS Survey of travelers A recent Travel Industry Association study shows 51 percent

TAMI JOHNSON NICHOLAS ROWE

TAMI JOHNSON NICHOLAS ROWE BOARDMAN -- Tami Lyn Johnson and Nicholas Ronald Rowe, both of 4853

Tours resume at Capitol after anthrax scare

Tours resume at Capitol after anthrax scare WASHINGTON -- Neither rain, nor cold, nor fear of

Donna Cosner and Phillip Sallaz to be married at Vienna church

VIENNA -- Janet Tidd of Vienna is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Donna Cosner, to

COLLEGE BASKETBALL SCORES &amp; amp; SUMMARIES

MEN'S SCORES EAST Albright 99, Messiah 95, 3OT Babson 79, Suffolk 65 Baruch 69, Yeshiva 48

August Angel to be inducted by lodge for coming season

YOUNGSTOWN -- Installed during an 8 p.m. ceremony Monday by St. Alban's Lodge will be a slate of

SENIOR CITIZENS

AARP 2206 XA Christmas luncheon for members of AARP 2206 will be held at noon Dec. 18 at the

Welfare of Austintown children still the goal

Opinion: Welfare of Austintown children still the goal EDITOR: I would like to respond to recent letters

STOTT PILATES

STOTT PILATES What it is Developed by former professional dancer Moira Stott-Merrithew, with

The country's older steel companies are trying to improve finances by having the government pick up

Golf course operator, city officials discuss payment of back taxes, rent

The president of Avalon South Management says filing for bankruptcy is an option he has considered.

AREA COLLEGES Wilmington upsets Mt. Union; Case loses to Grove City

Canfield's Andy Vlajkovich scored 14 points for Grove City. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS WILMINGTON --

MEN'S BASKETBALL Penguins can't bottle up Rockets

The Penguins struggled on defense, losing 79-65 to Toledo. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS

CRIME SOLVER

CRIME SOLVER Mercer County The robbery of a man in Sharon is the focus of Mercer County Crime

KATHRYN EARNHART |The Butlers A painter of 'visual poetry' will present talk at gallery

Painter Dan Christensen will sign catalogs and speak during a reception from 1 to 3 p.m. today at

GIRLS BASKETBALL New Castle strong in the second half

Hickory kept the score close at times, but the Hurricanes prevailed. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR

Ace ideas are handy for useful gifts

Ace ideas are handy for useful gifts Need a holiday gift for the independent college student in

Unbeaten falls

Unbeaten falls BYU's bid for a perfect season ended with a thud Saturday. The Cougars lost to

BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY Greenford Christian Church, 11767 Lisbon Road, Greenford, 2-8 p.m. St.

City schools right to go after charter operations

Opinion: Every school district in the state owes a debt of gratitude to the Youngstown City Schools for its

'SCHOOL OF BEAUTY' Family's obsessions drive storyline of first novel

Some of the best parts of the book deal with interactions between members of the family. By

Family dinner will celebrate Johnston 55th

BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Doyle C. Johnston, 420 Erskine Ave., will be honored during a family dinner

STRUTHERS -- Bill Stanton has earned his living in the grocery business since he was 12 years old,

LAWYERS

LAWYERS Passes Ohio Bar Rhonda S. Hirschl, a 1992 Boardman High School graduate and daughter of

URSULINE Irish defeat Benedictine to spoil Patton's return

The Benedictine coach was a player and coach at Struthers. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

NEW YORK NBC studio tour reveals secrets, tricks of TV trade

A studio audience appears larger thanks to strategically placed speakers to amplify the laughter and

WHAT'S DOING?

HUNTER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- For information on hunter, trapper and bowhunting education,

Michele's commute is just too long

Michele's commute is just too long NEW YORK -- Michael Michele is checking out of "ER" after three

BASEBALL

BASEBALL Babe Ruth League -- is seeking boys ages 13-15 interested in playing during the 2002

YSU

YSU NCAA wrong to keep YSU out of playoffs Fanfare: As I watched the Division 1AA Play off

BY THE NUMBERS

BY THE NUMBERS How it was done The Vindicator asked local contractors and suppliers for cost

SPEECH WINNERS Austintown Optimist Tournament

Results from the Austintown Optimist Tournament, which was Saturday at Austintown Fitch High School:

FURNACES Hot tips

Among other dangers, a furnace that doesn't operate properly can cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is located at 375 Sanctuary Road, Naples, Fla. Take Interstate 75 to exit

Breaking bread together

A family atmosphere is the key to success, said a company official at the annual Christmas party.

'LIGHTNING FIELD' Tale tries to make sense of Los Angeles

Spiotta's fresh voice makes her one of the best new novelists of the year. By ROB STOUT SPECIAL

Man shot in calf

Man shot in calf YOUNGSTOWN -- A 23-year-old East Side man said he was shot once in the calf as he

TOP 10

TOP 10 Prime pools The best pools with a view, as selected by Hideaways Guide (Hideaways.com) in

LAWRENCE COUNTY Part of trail will be built

The hiking and biking trail will stretch about a mile from Croton Avenue to the Paper Mill Bridge.

YOUNGSTOWN 5 schools to reap concert benefits

Sounds of the season help support Youngstown's Catholic elementary schools. By MARALINE KUBIK

COURTS

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces granted Rene Gorby vs. John Gorby. Lori Faulk vs. Wilbert Faulk.

Hits, misses and Bud Lite

Some NFL fans are shocked that Browns tight end O.J. Santiago, who played collegiately at Kent

NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

MAHONING COUNTY DACAS HotMeals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 12 locations in Mahoning

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Lexter Williams Jr.

The FBI and the Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown are asking the public to help find this

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 2nd--$7,300, cl, 3YO up F & amp;M, 1mi, cloudy. Medicine Moon

SHENANGO RIVER LAKE Developer pulls out of recreation project

Two new potential developers have surfaced, and the corps is hoping to hear from them early next

Close game averted early for Mt. Union

The Purple Raiders' offensive line fared well against St. John's tight-packed defense. By MARK W.

RAY SWANSON | Keystoner W &amp; amp;J's Dawson is PAC's top player

Brian Dawson, a junior quarterback for the Washington & amp; Jefferson College football team

ENGLAND A tour of Tolkien's world in Oxford

J.R.R. Tolkien wrote his epic tales in Oxford, England, drawing on the city's charms for

Say, a little brayer!

By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BRISTOLVILLE -- It was the ears that grabbed her.

Immunization clinic

Immunization clinic GIRARD -- The Girard Health Department, 100 W. Main St., is offering a well-

BOARDMAN Stefanovic towers over Kent in win

The Spartans' 6-foot-9 center scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds. By JOE SCALZO

WARREN Balanced Mooney overtakes Kennedy

Curtis Ingram had an outstanding game with 20 points, five assists and four rebounds. By DOUG

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