News for December 13, 2001

CAMPBELL Crime, verdict mystify May kidnapping victim

Last week's verdict was devastating, the Campbell woman said. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

MAHONING COUNTY Gains seeks reason for delay in case

The CSB director said police did not ask that a caseworker go to the apartment. By IAN HILL

Boy is returned to custodial father

Boy is returned to custodial father NORTH LIMA -- A 6-year-old boy who authorities say was

Eye for an eye won't end war on terrorism

Opinion: Eye for an eye won't end war on terrorism EDITOR: Albert Einstein said, "In their struggle for

Mariucci is hoping 49ers are resilient

San Francisco needs to bounce back from a tough loss for the third time this season. By TOM

Brawn, brains and hard to beat

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN -- Steve Vallos has a hero, and his name is Jim.

DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Council moves to end arena panel

A vote to eliminate the arena board is expected to follow a roundabout path. By ROGER G. SMITH

HERMITAGE SCHOOLS Officials object to state's plan for proficiency seal on diplomas

By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Hermitage school directors aren't

DIANE MAKAR MURPHY A look at the ghosts of Christmas presents

This is my last column before Christmas. And it has me thinking about the number of gifts I still

RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances

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COUNCILS

COUNCILS STRUTHERS Passed to the second of three readings an ordinance fixing the salaries of

First in series is spectacular fantasy film

There's a lot to admire and enjoy in the three-hour movie. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR

COLUMBIANA CO.

COLUMBIANA CO. Indictments A Columbiana County grand jury has handed up indictments against

UNITED WAY Shortfall to cut payouts, Trumbull officials say

Late campaigns will be the key to the outcome. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Authorities probe pipe bomb at GM

LORDSTOWN -- A pipe bomb exploded Wednesday night in a maintenance building near the General Motors

Ex-Salem councilman Larry Muntz dies

Ex-Salem councilman Larry Muntz dies SALEM -- Former city councilman Larry Muntz, 60, of 1804 S.

Former leader of Red Cross to speak

Former leader of Red Cross to speak YOUNGSTOWN -- Steve D. Bullock of Cleveland, former acting

YOUNGSTOWN Diamond Sparkler to get $1.6M from tariffs on Chinese

The Youngstown company keeps making sparklers despite losses of $1.4 million since 1995. By DON

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Keith H. Roberts, legal age, 1184B N. Meridian Road,

United Way goal eludes campaign

Officials said the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks had a detrimental effect on local fund raising.

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Board considers annexation proposal

Bidding is under way for the restoration of a covered bridge. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM

LOCAL

LOCAL Fitch's Crowley wins all-around CANTON -- Shannon Crowley of Austintown Fitch High took

HOWLAND Police search car of man found slain

The wife of the victim reported to police that her gun was stolen Nov. 26. By PEGGY SINKOVICH

St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Joseph and Doralene Vasko, 4740 South Ave., Youngstown, boy, Dec. 11. Anthony and

REMEDIAL WORK

REMEDIAL WORK First-year students The percentages of freshmen attending local colleges in the

GIRARD City lays off 23 workers, including some firefighters, cops

By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD -- Mayor James Melfi has sent layoff notices to

MAHONING COUNTY Appeals court judges to move

The renovation and relocation could take about a year. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE

POLAND Business owner sues over zoning issue

The business owners have been unfairly treated, the suit says. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR

OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

Rick and Dana Faire of Columbus, formerly of Youngstown, are announcing the birth of a son, Kobe

COLON CASE Health agencies face suit

The suit alleges negligence, wrongful imprisonment and cruel punishment. By BOB JACKSON

BOYS BASKETBALL STANDINGS

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Columbiana Co. drive runs behind

SALEM -- The 2001 campaign for United Way Services of Northern Columbiana County will fall short of

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Commissioners consider annexation proposal

Bidding is under way for the restoration of a covered bridge. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM

Pirates deal Ritchie

Pirates deal Ritchie The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired right-handed pitchers Kip Wells, Sean Lowe

YOUNGSTOWN Prosecutors won't seek death penalty

The three remaining defendants were accomplices, not the main offenders, the prosecutor says. By

LORDSTOWN SCHOOLS Panel OKs wage deal for union workers

Pay raises will cost Lordstown $390,600 over three years, the treasurer says. By TIM YOVICH

Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, 12:30 p.m. Friday. Food only, bring containers and identification.

Food distribution notices are to be submitted by 3 p.m. the day before they are to be published.

SHARPSVILLE Borough council gives final approval to budget

Water rates will go up 15 percent next year. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU

English's bill should be voted out of committee

Opinion: Long before the threat to the nation's nuclear facilities was made frighteningly real by the

WARREN Panel has suggestions for cable agreement

The public seems generally satisfied with the service. By AMANDA C. DAVIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

HO HO HO! SMOKY CHRISTMAS

Opinion: HO HO HO! SMOKY CHRISTMAS Chicago Tribune: Looking for a stocking stuffer for that special

YOUNGSTOWN Judge weighs law on loitering

The ordinance allows police to consider if the suspect is a prostitute and interpret her actions.

TRUMBULL COUNTY State tax official visits area to push amnesty program

Amnesty applies only to taxes the state doesn't know you owe. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR

OHIO Report: College freshmen need better preparation

Remediation rates in Ohio show a need for outreach. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

HOWLAND Deal to share taxes gets OK

Niles council also must approve the development pact. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Lawrence County panelists to be sworn into office

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The nine Lawrence County residents charged with studying the county's government

SHARON Burglars hit cafe 2 times in 3 days

Thieves removed a safe in the second burglary. SHARON, Pa. -- Police recovered about $15,000 and

Lieutenant is promoted to fire chief

GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Borough council has named Lt. Steve Thompson fire chief, succeeding Walter "Chad"

Read all about it: Pittsburgh author has book about Rooney

Eleven years ago, Jim O'Brien began a series on the Pirates, Steelers and Penguins. By TOM

"They were overjoyed when the first plane hit the building. So I said to them: Be patient."

"They were overjoyed when the first plane hit the building. So I said to them: Be patient." Osama

Buckeyes roll

Buckeyes roll Ohio State is on the verge of its best start in over 10 years. The Buckeyes routed

COLLEGE BASKETBALL Penguins to host Kent Saturday

Youngstown has lost four straight on the road and is 1-5 overall. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

TRUMBULL COUNTY Grand jury indictments

Tim Shearer, no date of birth available, Central Parkway S.E., Warren, theft. Mark A. Meadows, 30,

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Toys for charities

Toys for charities WARREN -- Ohio Attorney General Betty Montgomery was to formally present $7,800

Attending workers' comp seminar is a no-brainer

Opinion: Even if local governments did not stand to realize 25 percent savings in their workers' compensation

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