News for December 19, 2001

YOUNGSTOWN Traficant makes late appeal for arena board

The congressman wouldn't comment on his legal troubles during a call to a radio show. By PATRICIA

Bond set in homicide

Bond set in homicide YOUNGSTOWN -- Municipal Judge Robert A. Douglas Jr. set bond at $10,000 cash

TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES

TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES WEATHERSFIELD Business handled Tuesday: U Promoted Sherri Craver, assistant

LAWRENCE COUNTY Union refuses health plan

Employees rejected the new health plan because it would exclude UPMC doctors and hospitals. By

COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen M. Kish, 44, of 567 Maplewood Ave., Struthers, and

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dem chief charged with DUI

The chairman of the party in Columbiana County works for Rep. Traficant. By PATRICIA MEADE

NEW CASTLE New site sought for Rescue Mission

The City Rescue Mission has asked Penn Power to donate its service building for the mission's use.

REGION

REGION First Place parent to buy back shares WARREN -- First Place Financial Corp., the parent

Kent State gets funds for building project

Two Mahoning Valley contractors will handle some work. COLUMBUS -- State money will help Kent

Prosecutor justifies attendance at seminars

Opinion: Prosecutor justifies attendance at seminars EDITOR: Since I was attending a seminar in San

Spartans divine in OT triumph

Poland's seemingly secure victory in regulation dissolved. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS

SBC donates money for calling cards for military

SBC donates money for calling cards for military YOUNGSTOWN -- SBC Communications, the parent

Irish stay unbeaten

Marc Palermo's 13-point run led Ursuline past Chaney, 62-43. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS

BALL PROTECTION: Chaney's Roy Austin, right, fends off Ursuline defender Terrence Graves during a

The Vindicator/Glenn D. Luther

The Vindicator/Glenn D. Luther FLOOR BATTLE: Chaney's Keilen Dykes, left, and Ursuline's Andre

STRUTHERS Fitch's Mayes lets strong play do his talking

The Austintown junior scored 19 points to lead the Falcons past Struthers. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU

YOUNGSTOWN Donated computers help kids

GTECH donates the computers in an effort to bridge the 'digital divide' between those who can afford

City should look for best ways to utilize 'arena money'

Opinion: It is time to look at new ways of utilizing scarce resources to revitalize part of downtown

Exit from Cleveland

Exit from Cleveland John Rocker doesn't think his career is at a crossroads. His new general

AUSTINTOWN Gains, chief differ on reasons for delays in endangerment case

Chief Ellis said his department acted in a timely manner during the investigation. By IAN HILL

Assault case

Assault case YOUNGSTOWN -- Reuben L. Smith, 44, accused of beating Youngstown schools

PUBLIC UTILITIES Official outlines phone changes

Basic local exchange and caller ID services would stay the same under the PUCO's plan. By DAVID

Campbell takes off against Rockets, 78-45

The Red Devils improved to 2-4. Lowellville dropped to 0-6. By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR

YOUNGSTOWN Union, LTV battle over pact

About 3,500 people are still working at LTV's profitable divisions. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

CANFIELD GED tests draw dozens to center

Next year's new GED test is different but not necessarily more difficult, an education official

TRUMBULL SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT Detectives to get written reprimands

Both detectives have denied any wrongdoing. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Ralph and Dianna Perrico, 3457 42nd St., Canfield, boy, Dec. 18. Lori Rosiak and

YOUNGSTOWN Donation makes YMCA accessible

The VanSickle Foundation is supported by an all-volunteer board. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR

Four agencies unite in plan to draw jobs

SHARON, Pa. -- Economic development agencies in four western Pennsylvania counties have banded

FASHION Q &amp; amp;A

Q. Why are men's moderately priced trousers so rarely available with a 35-inch waist? It seems that

YOUNGSTOWN Seven from Valley become new U.S. citizens

The events of Sept. 11 did not dissuade the immigrants' desires to become citizens. By BOB JACKSON

Late finance reports

Late finance reports WARREN -- William Jobe, whose examination of Trumbull County Sheriff Thomas

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.80 2.90 Banc One,.84,38.8938.90 Clear Channel, 47.54

HOWLAND HEARING Many oppose North Road widening project

More in-depth environmental studies also were requested at the hearing. By STEPHEN SIFF

SALEM SCHOOLS Officials to address safety issue

An alternative drop-off point may have to be arranged, a city official said. SALEM -- City and

LOCAL

LOCAL Alliance to join Metro Conference ALLIANCE -- The Alliance Board of Education unanimously

HOWLAND HEARING Many oppose road project

More in-depth environmental studies also were requested at the hearing. By STEPHEN SIFF

BASEBALL

BASEBALL Baseball systems and BB Rooners -- will conduct an all-skills camp for boys age 8-12 on

BANKRUPTCY COURT Flask put on hot seat

The former MVSD director cites a $2.4 million civil lawsuit as his main financial liability. By

LIQUOR CONTROL

Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications and

WARREN CITY COUNCIL Measure backs split from congressional district

Council will address the resolution Friday. By AMANDA C. DAVIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

GAIL WHITE Special-needs kids get the Lions' share of gifts

It's every child's dream. The J.C. Penney's Christmas catalog spread out before them, with the

TRUMBULL COUNTY A drug court victory

To graduate, drug court participants have to hold a job and be clean for six months. By STEPHEN

FITCH WRESTLING Precautions govern decision

The impetigo bacteria is keeping the Falcons out of another meet. By MARK MILLER VINDICATOR

Struthers knows hard work

After racking my brain for practically minutes, I've decided something about city names -- they

GIRLS BASKETBALL STANDINGS

THROUGH MONDAY'S GAMES CITY SERIES LeagueAll games Rayen0-05-3 Chaney0-03-4 Wilson0-00-7

YSU BASKETBALL Men try for two straight tonight

Sophomores TeJay Anderson and Khari McQueen were officially declared eligible to play. By PETE

POLICE BLOTTER Canfield

Summary of police activity: Dec. 13 Criminal damage: Christmas tree lights were reported cut at

CSB director addresses claim that caseworker refused to respond

YOUNGSTOWN -- Denise Stewart, the director of the Mahoning County Children Services Board, said she

A jolly visit

A jolly visit Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Liberty Branch of the Warren-Trumbull County

BOXING Bronx belter answers call as Whitaker's opponent

The 29-year-old Warrenite's light-heavyweight fight will be the final of seven bouts Friday night.

SHARON Vacation pay lifts pension for retiring chief of police

A special retirement incentive offered by the city will further sweeten the retirement pot. By

CAMPBELL Officials address low reading scores

The principal said an OhioReads grant will help boost pupils' reading skills. By JoANNE VIVIANO

STRUTHERS SCHOOLS Warm weather boosts construction

STRUTHERS -- Because of recent mild weather, construction is ahead of schedule at both the new

There's a lot to be said for small-college football

Opinion: The athletes receive no scholarships, but pay tuition like every other student at the college.

LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Singer takes note of generosity

The pupils were rewarded for collecting six boxes of toys for Toys for Tots. By DENISE DICK

COLUMBUS State, psychologist enter pact for services at penitentiary

The state correction department had considered creating civil service jobs for psychologists. By

SALEM Judge rules in favor of new humane society

The losing side will seek to postpone the judge's ruling pending an appeal. By NORMAN LEIGH

SHARON Sawhill sale faces scrutiny

Owner AK Steel said the company doesn't fit its long-term strategy. SHARON, Pa. -- The parent

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS Playoff spot sealed; Eagles next

The NFC West title isn't out of the question, but the conference's top wild-card seed is the team's

Board examines salary of janitor paid $70,000

Board examines salary of janitor paid $70,000 NEW ORLEANS -- A school janitor earned more than

UIt has been 100 days since Sept. 11. A reflection on the 14 weeks that changed America. A10,11

A short marriage for Green, Barrymore

A short marriage for Green, Barrymore LOS ANGELES -- Whoever said it wouldn't last is ... right.

TAC Hubbard's Smiths pummel Liberty

The Eagles scored the final six points in a 60-54 victory. YOUNGSTOWN -- Anthony Smith connected

THURSDAY

Jackson-Milton Board of Education, 6:30 p.m., elementary building library. Austinown Township,

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