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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Beliefs focus on God, family, honor, peace and women
By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER Terrorists, honor killings, arranged marriages, burqas
State retirement system misunderstood by paper
Opinion: State retirement system misunderstood by paper EDITOR: That was quite a lead editorial in the
LORDSTOWN Ridge tourney winner by 83-69
Southington used a balanced attack to beat Lordstown. By SAL MARINO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Hundreds of area Steelworkers lost their jobs and many more face an uncertain future.
Hundreds of area Steelworkers lost their jobs and many more face an uncertain future. By CYNTHIA
First Night tickets
First Night tickets YOUNGSTOWN -- Tickets are still available for the city's First Night New
Authorities consider more charges in beating
Authorities consider more charges in beating PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Prosecutors said they will
TOP 10
TOP 10 Fighting boardom The top snowboarding resorts, from TransWorld SNOWboarding magazine's
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Naomi Rosa and Cliffton Scott, 516 Mabel St., Youngstown, girl, Dec. 28.
Bookings for private jets on the rise
NEWSDAY In the wake of the hijacked-plane attacks, well-heeled families are beginning to do what
FEDERATED CLUBS
THURSDAY Fortnightly III will hold its annual business meeting at 12:30 p.m. at the Glenellen.
Jailed Mexican singer to give birth in hospital
Jailed Mexican singer to give birth in hospital Mexican pop singer Gloria Trevi will be
Officers installed by East Garden Club
YOUNGSTOWN -- Members of East Garden Club who will head the organization during the coming season
MAKE A WISH Andrew Golubic on meeting his favorite actor
Name: Andrew Golubic. Age: 17. Grade: 11th. School: Boardman High School. Family: Parents, Cindy and
A rivalry renewed
A rivalry renewed The Canfield and Poland high school girls basketball teams confirmed Saturday
WRESTLING Bluejays win two matches at JFK event
WARREN -- The Jackson-Milton High wrestling team won a pair of matches in a three-team event
Career columnist Amy Lindgren says looking for a job in tough economic times may involve lowering
Career columnist Amy Lindgren says looking for a job in tough economic times may involve lowering
TRAILWOOD GARDENERS Officers for 2002 installed at annual Christmas luncheon
YOUNGSTOWN -- Installation of officers for 2002 highlighted the 47th annual Christmas luncheon and
By MILAN PAURICH
By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT UCHRIS COLUMBUS The Champion native directed "Harry
GIRLS BASKETBALL Howland wins title by beating Sharon
In the consolation game, Brookfield beat Farrell, 51-44. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
AREA BOWLING SCORES
700 SETS A-Plus Family -- Clarence Howell (714) & amp; Bill Wright (704) in P & amp; R
CURRENT PRICES
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,
SMALL COLLEGE ROUNDUP Prosser named MVP as Grove City wins title
Mount Union lost and Westminster won in holiday tournaments. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Tournament-MVP
Safe driving classes offered
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Hermitage Health Place, Hofius & amp; Black Chevrolet-Bill McCandless Ford
PREP SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE
SATURDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Newton Falls 45, Ursuline 43 Poland 84, Jefferson 46
KIDS BOOKS Recent reviews
& quot;Scratch and Sniff Halloween, & quot; by Andy Crawford and Stephen Shott (Dorling
AUSTINTOWN As wife No. 2, woman didn't like control factor in Islamic husband
In Islam, men are allowed as many as four wives, if they can treat them equally. By MARALINE KUBIK
2001 was a tumultuous year, both locally and nationally. The Mahoning and Shenango valleys mourned
2001 was a tumultuous year, both locally and nationally. The Mahoning and Shenango valleys mourned
MUSIC 2001
MUSIC 2001 Biggest flop So many flops, so little space. 2001 could go down as the year of the
AUSTINTOWN Falcons wear out weary North Canton
Greg Mayes scored 11 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in the 43-39 victory. By GARY HOUSTEAU
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Steelers dancing to a familiar tune
It's time to break out and dust off Jimmy Pol's famed Steeler fight song, the one about the Super
MONDAY
Champion Volunteer Fire Department training, 7:30 p.m., fire station. Southington Volunteer Fire
FASHION OUTLETS For the disabled
A few companies provide fashionable clothing for the disabled. Here are some outlets: Able
People from Youngstown and environs played key parts in the success of many a venture. In nearly
People from Youngstown and environs played key parts in the success of many a venture. In nearly
Pillars create a common bond among sects
The fourth pillar requires Muslims to abstain from food, drink and sex during the daylight hours
'02 CONGRESS RACE Leaders weigh Traficant's chances
The Mahoning Democratic chairman said the congressman is being selfish by insisting he'll run for
INFORMATION If you go
If you go to Alcatraz, buy your tickets days in advance and plan on coming early in the day. Ferries
MILL CREEK METROPARKS January
JAN. 2 AND 3 Skating lesson registration, 3 to 7 p.m. The Saturday Learn to Skate Program begins
Farrell loses consolation
BROOKFIELD -- Holly DeMay scored 18 points and made four 3-point goals along the way as Brookfield
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Drumthwacket Drumthwacket, at 354 Stockton St., Princeton, N.J., is open Wednesdays
NEWTON FALLS Tigers beat Irish for 8th win
Newton Falls' 45-43 win was Ursuline's first loss. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
JOHN BASSETTI | Bowling Boardman Center Middle School repeats in Challenge Cup at Camelot
For the second time in a row, Boardman Center Middle School won the Challenge Cup, an event in which
Scandals rock lawmaker, coach
Joe Votino is in state prison, and Brian Shipley is under investigation by the attorney general's
WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings
Schedule for the week of Dec. 30, 2001: MONDAY Veterans should check with their posts. TUESDAY
MINOR ADJUSTMENT: A young girl fixes the covering that hides her hair as the women around her,
MINOR ADJUSTMENT: A young girl fixes the covering that hides her hair as the women around her,
BOYS BASKETBALL Sebring's win streak reaches six
SEBRING -- Sebring -- the 6-foot wonders -- started strong and finished with five players scored in
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY Men's Garden Club of Youngstown will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the community center in
Fire damages house
Fire damages house YOUNGSTOWN -- A fire heavily damaged an occupied two-story wooden house at 195
UYOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
UYOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Youngstown Symphony Orchestra The highlight of the symphony's
JAMES DULLEY | Cutting your utility bills Wooden entry doors are beautiful, durable
Q. My wooden front door is warped, leaky and just plain ugly. I want to replace it with an efficient
Traffic surveillance and vehicle rentals
Traffic surveillance and vehicle rentals Visitors who rent cars on Oahu, beware: Unmarked white
BLOOD DRIVES
MONDAY Ames Department Store, 4331 Mahoning Ave., Champion, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. TUESDAY American
Deaths shocked district
More than 4,000 people at six area sites were vaccinated after the deaths. By NANCY TULLIS
Miss Wallace to be bride of Daniel Mercer
NILES -- Jeffrey and Elizabeth Wallace of 57 Woodland Chase Blvd., announce the engagement of their
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Easy Whirl (Jessup)18.8010.006.00 Itsnowonder
HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING SCHEDULE
This week's Mahoning Valley High School Bowling League schedule: Wednesday Youngstown at
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go Lodging: The resort has nine rooms in its hotel and 12 cabins. Showers are
Club Med closes six of its villages
Club Med closes six of its villages The downturn in tourism that followed the terrorist attacks
The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple
The Vindicator/Lindsay Semple FELLOWSHIP: Local Muslims greet one another outside Masqid Al-Khair
Man pulled over on traffic violations reports robbery
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 42-year-old Lowellville man, whom police initially pulled over after watching him
COLLEGE BASKETBALL SCORES & amp; SUMMARIES
MEN EAST Alfred 77, Mercy, N.Y. 66 Binghamton 60, Stony Brook 52 Charlotte 97, George
MICHELE BENTFELD BRIAN SEWALL
MICHELE BENTFELD BRIAN SEWALL AUSTINTOWN -- Immaculate Heart of Mary Church was the setting at 2
SIDELIGHTS For all seniors
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., has planned the following activities: Monday,
Dovalas observe 50th anniversary at dinner party
AUSTINTOWN -- Family members and close friends attended a dinner party Dec. 22 in observance of the
LAWRENCE COUNTY Retiring coroner has enjoyed challenge of solving mysteries
The coroner's son will take over the job until the next election or the governor appoints a
Poland upends Canfield in classic Metro battle
Free throws came into play in the final minutes. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
As shoppers become more price-conscious, the more the balance of power in the retail industry shifts
As shoppers become more price-conscious, the more the balance of power in the retail industry shifts
PREP BASKETBALL Ursuline girls rally to top Chanel 70-63
Ursuline out-scored Chanel 36-13 in the fourth quarter. YOUNGSTOWN --Trailing by 16 points after
GARDEN FORUM Trips planned
Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, or the Garden Center, (330) 740-
BASIC GRADS
BASIC GRADS Training completed Several area residents completed basic military training. They
COURTS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket State Farm Mutual Auto vs. Ruthann L. Mathews, satisfaction of judgment.
By JOHN PATRICK GATTA
By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT USINOMATIC The Youngstown-based group displayed
MASONIC GROUPS
THURSDAY Scottish Rite will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Youngstown Masonic Temple. FRIDAY Western
Lellios renew marriage vows on anniversary
LOWELLVILLE -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Lellio Sr. of Lowellville was
Anniversary celebration is held in Boardman for the Friends
McDONALD -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Friend, 937 Ohio Ave., was
Religion guides their lives
This Muslim now considers the Nation of Islam racist, and contrary to the Koran. By MARALINE KUBIK
NORTH LIMA -- When Steve Withers began experiencing problems with the well water at home, he felt he
NORTH LIMA -- When Steve Withers began experiencing problems with the well water at home, he felt he
LESLIE BROOKE KIRK AGEE
LESLIE BROOKE KIRK AGEE YOUNGSTOWN -- Honeymooning on a Caribbean cruise are Kirk Agee, 3516
To get there, take Interstate 77. Exit at U.S. 36 and head west toward Coshocton. Head south on
To get there, take Interstate 77. Exit at U.S. 36 and head west toward Coshocton. Head south on
CHALLENGE CUP Teams at Camelot Lanes
Stadium: Carmen Tarantino, Christo Wallace, Christopher McKee, Nicole Biagetti Canfield Middle:
hPest-infested garden? Throw the book at them
hPest-infested garden? Throw the book at them Gardening isn't always pretty. Japanese beetles
HELPING HANDS
HELPING HANDS Volunteer opportunities Volunteer Services Agency, a United Way Agency, is a local
Fireworks blast leaves up to 100 feared dead
Fireworks blast leaves up to 100 feared dead LIMA, Peru -- A cache of fireworks exploded Saturday
Pairing up for '20/20'
Pairing up for '20/20' Barbara Walters will get a co-anchor for "20/20." Her call, ABC says.
Poets to read First Night
Poets to read First Night Pig Iron Press and the Pig Iron Poets will host and perform poetry
By DEBORA SHAULIS
By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR UMARC ROUTH A Liberty High School graduate who acted at
ISLAM | Common terms
ISLAM Common terms Islamic terms are primarily derived from Arabic, the official language of
YOUNGSTOWN STATE
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today -- Men's Basketball at Western Illinois, 3 p.m. Wednesday -- Men's
Special to the Vindicator
Special to the Vindicator PILGRIMAGE TO MECCA: Shukriyyah Abdul-Salaam, far right, and her
WRESTLING J-Milton wins two matches in meet
WARREN -- The Jackson-Milton High wrestling team won a pair of matches in a three-team event
One man's better idea
For everyone who believes the Bowl Championship Series is a flawed system -- and you can count yours
Ursuline girls rally to top Chanel 70-63
YOUNGSTOWN --Trailing by 16 points after three quarters, Ursuline looked itself in the eye, took
SHANNON SCULLI DAVID WEIMER
SHANNON SCULLI DAVID WEIMER YOUNGSTOWN -- Shannon Sculli, 3433 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, and David
Brrr-ing a parka to visit this ice exhibit
By LARRY BLEIBERG DALLAS MORNING NEWS Visitors to Nashville, Tenn., must don parkas for a look
Is there reason to worry about GM's new plans?
Opinion: Although this year will pass without General Motors Corp. revealing its plans for a new small car to
Money isn't everything
Opinion: The love affair between America and the relatives of victims of September 11 could be strained by
NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area
MAHONING COUNTY DACAS HotMeals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 12 locations in Mahoning
SENIOR CITIZENS
CORNERSBURG XCornersburg Happy Seniors will meet at 11:45 a.m. Thursday at the Lockwood House with
Dinner party held to honor Millers on 60th anniversary of their wedding
YOUNGSTOWN -- The 60th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. James S. Miller, 335 White House Lane,
PITTSBURGH Alcohol, HIV link will be studied
Alcohol is the most common drug of abuse among people with HIV, according to a doctor. PITTSBURGH