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INTER-COUNTY FOOTBALL Air defense gets caught off guard

Jeff Johnston was South Range's big gun, but Jim Sanders was the gunslinger. By BRIAN RICHESSON


SATURDAY'S SCORES

SATURDAY'S SCORES Fitch vs. Ursuline, at YSU, late South Range 26, Lowellville 14 Southington


VETERANS

VETERANS VFW seeks nominations The Ohio VFW is seeking nominations for its National Citizenship


NORTH LIMA -- When Darla and Gary Schumacher were thinking about buying a Budget Rent-a-Car

NORTH LIMA -- When Darla and Gary Schumacher were thinking about buying a Budget Rent-a-Car


LOCAL

LOCAL Writer to speak at Hiram College HIRAM -- Internationally known poet, editor and literary


MunicipalityPopulationRecreation expensePer resident

MunicipalityPopulationRecreation expensePer resident Sharon7,493$80,530$4.60


HELPING HANDS Volunteering

SHORT-TERM OPPORTUNITIES First Night Youngstown: Volunteers are needed to assist with various


Mideast students in U.S. face decision: go or stay?

Hundreds of foreign college students, including two at YSU from Kuwait, have gone home since the


EXECUTION Methods in U.S.

38 states authorize the death penalty. 36 states allow lethal injection. States authorizing the


GETTING IT RIGHT

UYoungstown city schools will be open Monday, Columbus Day. A listing in Saturday's Vindicator said


SPRING BULBS

By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Never mind that the fall foliage is at its peak;


COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES & amp; SUMMARIES

EAST Air Force 24, Navy 18 Albany, N.Y. 28, Canisius 6 Albright 16, Lebanon Valley 0


SATURDAY'S RESULTS

SATURDAY'S RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY NILES CHALLENGE Boys Teams: 1. Jefferson Area 62, 2. Girard


JAMES DULLEY Cutting utility bills Make your fireplace an energy producer

Q. I know most fireplaces waste energy, but we love to sit in front of a raging fire. Are there any


BIRTHS

Forum Health Northside Dean and Kellie Huprich, 4664 McClintocksburg Road, Newton Falls, girl,


NOELLE LOGORDA CHRISTOPHER KAUFFMAN

NOELLE LOGORDA CHRISTOPHER KAUFFMAN YOUNGSTOWN -- A reception was held Sept. 8 at the Italian-


CHRISTINE DANKS ROBERT BLOOM SR.

CHRISTINE DANKS ROBERT BLOOM SR. BOARDMAN -- Married at 12:30 p.m. Oct. 6 at Boardman Christian


MASONS James Hill seated as chaplain of Ohio High Twelve clubs

COLUMBUS -- James W. Hill of Austintown was installed as chaplain of the Ohio Association of High


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULS SATURDAY 1st--Art Dot Com2.402.102.10 Uphill Battle(T Jones)2.602.10


Barefoot children in bonnets and straw hats trudge through a farm field toting schoolbooks and sack

Barefoot children in bonnets and straw hats trudge through a farm field toting schoolbooks and sack


HEATHER FLYNN JOSEPH FERENCIE

HEATHER FLYNN JOSEPH FERENCIE SOLON -- St. Rita Church was the setting at 2 p.m. Sept. 8 for the


STAGE REVIEW Salem troupe gets back in habit with 'Nunsense'

By GARRY L. CLARK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER SALEM -- Salem Community Theatre's 25th season began


SHARON Study recommends playground fix-ups

One of the targeted playgrounds already has been improved to the tune of $30,000. By HAROLD GWIN


Vindicator, WFMJ-TV plan tribute to heroes

The November event will be a parade. Hundreds of Mahoning Valley firefighters, police officers,


FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Wilfredo Placeres The Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking


JILL ANDERSON PAUL MORELLI

JILL ANDERSON PAUL MORELLI NANTUCKET ISLAND, Mass. -- St. Mary Church was the setting at noon


COURTS

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert H. Carlisle, 50, of 1132 Highland Ave., Girard, and


They sure do grow them big

The top 10 pumpkins here weighed an average of 905 pounds. By PAUL WHEATLEY VINDICATOR STAFF


PATRICIA C. SYAK | Symphony Notes Orchestra will perform popular, modern pieces

More orchestras are performing works composed after 1915, and more patrons are attending symphony


NICOLE PETRARCA JOSEPH VARONE

NICOLE PETRARCA JOSEPH VARONE BOARDMAN -- St. James Meeting House in Boardman Township Park was


DIANNE HUTTON JEFFERY HOFFMAN

DIANNE HUTTON JEFFERY HOFFMAN SALEM -- The Rev. Brian Jensen solemnized the marriage of Dianne


GARDEN FORUM Trips planned

Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, or the Garden Center, (330) 740-


MARY JO NAGY | Pets Include animals in disaster plans

No one could have predicted the World Trade Center disaster. Americans viewed the despair of


The Amish of Mercer and Lawrence counties are mainly clustered around New Wilmington, Pa. It's one

The Amish of Mercer and Lawrence counties are mainly clustered around New Wilmington, Pa. It's one


Some think the high-tech boob tube will be the next big thing.

Some think the high-tech boob tube will be the next big thing. By LISA HOFFMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD


STACY JACOBSEN MIKE HILEMAN

STACY JACOBSEN MIKE HILEMAN COLUMBIANA -- Stacy Jacobsen, daughter of Curt and Brenda Jacobsen,


Manufacturers put products to the test

Companies put new tools through rigorous tests to find out how long they will last. The first


BUDGET BREAKDOWN

BUDGET BREAKDOWN At a glance Hubbard auditor Michael Villano said annual departmental


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Officials seek creation of mediator program

Earlier this year, the county thought it had a state grant to pay for the program, but the funding


ANDREA SANTOR R. MICHAEL MASSIE

ANDREA SANTOR R. MICHAEL MASSIE HUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. R. Michael Massie left for a honeymoon to


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Hickory course merits praise for gesture

Americans and very proud of it! Following the terrorist attack on America on Sept. 11 in New York


Race for the Cure

Race for the Cure CLEVELAND -- The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Northeast Ohio


Family looks ahead after life, business disrupted by attacks

A fashion designer originally from Boardman and her husband try to deal with the aftermath of the


SNOW PLOWING Three townships and county swap routes

From now on, the county will maintain only its roads, the engineer said. By BOB JACKSON


MERCER COUNTY A more liberal group takes root in region

Experts say it's not unusual for Amish to move. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU


Commissioners did the right thing when all flights were grounded

Opinion: Commissioners did the right thing when all flights were grounded EDITOR: The advice I have


CITY MANAGER

CITY MANAGER Leaving for Florida Judith Ann Zimomra, a Newton Falls native, has resigned as


Kidney Foundation plans event

BOARDMAN -- The 14th annual Festa Della Pasta will be held from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 4 at Antone's


Ms. Fix-Its will enjoy witty home repair book

Alison Jenkins knows what women want -- sanders and screwdrivers and circular saws, plus some really


Immaculate Heart Seniors seat slate

YOUNGSTOWN -- Immaculate Heart of Mary Senior Citizens held installation of officers Sept. 20 in the


Domestic terrorism talk planned in Austintown

Domestic terrorism talk planned in Austintown AUSTINTOWN -- Al McGinty, an FBI special agent with


C.H.A.I.N. Auction set as benefit for area pets

BOARDMAN -- The fourth annual Chinese auction to be sponsored by C.H.A.I.N. (Community Helping


Amish in western Pennsylvania played an important role in exempting their people from participating

Amish in western Pennsylvania played an important role in exempting their people from participating


ROBIN MCPHERSON MARK MILLER

ROBIN MCPHERSON MARK MILLER CINCINNATI -- The gazebo and gardens at the White House Inn were the


KEYSTONE CLIPS Dry spell continues in Valley

It continues to be a dry year in the Shenango Valley as Consumers Pennsylvania Water Co. Shenango


REVIEW 'Heresy' is first part of teen's sci-fi trilogy

The author weaves a tale of magic and intrigue. "Heresy," by Anselm Audley (Pocket Books, $25).


Slot machine companies have some new varieties this year, including machines based on Clue, Spam and

Slot machine companies have some new varieties this year, including machines based on Clue, Spam and


Greyhound puts safety first

Opinion: It turned out to be the deadly deed of but one deranged individual -- who slashed the throat of a


WITH THE VETS Meetings for the week of Oct. 7

TODAY Post 3307, VFW, 1351 Albert St., Youngstown, 2 p.m. Post 12, ITAMS, 352 Calvin St.,


Gaelforce Dance

Gaelforce Dance YOUNGSTOWN -- Peace is the ultimate message of Gaelforce Dance, the contemporary


BANQUET Task force to present Peace Awards

Individuals and groups will be honored at the event to be held Oct. 22. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mayor's


CAMPBELL Council candidate says he met the rules

A candidate for council president said he's lived in Campbell since January 1997. By PAUL WHEATLEY


Watercolor wonders

The display helps to show how the creative mind of this accomplished artist works. By LAURIE M.


OTHER TIPS

OTHER TIPS Make it easy on yourself Take cosmetics, toiletries and even jewelry out of Dopp kits


CURRENT PRICES Around the nation

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


BOARDMAN Hispanic group will observe 29th anniversary at dinner

OCCHA will honor four people for contributions to the organization and the Hispanic community.


SPRING FLOWERS

Tme to plant now Tulips, daffodils and other flower bulb favorites must be planted in the fall if


AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Champion Volunteer Fire Department training, 7:30 p.m., fire station.


Highway patrol probes fatal car accident

Highway patrol probes fatal car accident ELLSWORTH -- The Ohio State Highway Patrol is still


MELISSA BALATA JAY MACEJKO

MELISSA BALATA JAY MACEJKO YOUNGSTOWN -- Nuptial vows were exchanged at 1 p.m. Sept. 8 at Our Lady


Philomena deserved highest sentence for state conviction

Opinion: "I've helped pollute the Mahoning Valley, and I feel I must cleanse it. I've embarrassed my friends


NEW WILMINGTON Westminster plans events for homecoming

Distinguished alumni will be honored at weekend activities. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Football,


YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY

YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Today -- Soccer at Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2 p.m. Tuesday -- Soccer at


CHILD REARING Preparing for work starts at an early age

Amish children are often more confident and competent than their non-Amish counterparts, an


BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY St. Rose Catholic Church, 48 N. Main St., Girard, noon to 6. TUESDAY


West Middlesex runs over Saegertown with 40-6 win

WEST MIDDLESEX -- Dan Mihalcek rushed for 130 yards on 11 carries and scored on runs of 3, 8 and 25


HUBBARD Budget plan has no tax increase

Hubbard's auditor doesn't see the need for a tax increase next year. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


PREP FOOTBALL SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE

SATURDAY'S SCORES Ursuline 38, Fitch 22 South Range 26, Lowellville 14 Southington 14,


STACEY SAVICH GEORGE SEMER

STACEY SAVICH GEORGE SEMER CAMPBELL -- Stacey Marie Savich and George Michael Semer, both of 4071


hSteam train rides to Apple Butter Festival

hSteam train rides to Apple Butter Festival The Mahoning Valley Railroad Heritage Association will


NICOLE DIMAIOLO JOHN OVERLY

NICOLE DIMAIOLO JOHN OVERLY CANFIELD -- The church at Western Reserve Village was the setting at


GIRARD Board ready to consider bids for work on middle school

Bids will be presented for installing vinyl tile and replacing HVAC duct work. GIRARD -- Based on


Turnpike construction

Turnpike construction NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Effective Monday and continuing for about three weeks,


'THE LAST EMPIRE' Vidal unleashes another volume of contrarian wit

He finds some people worthy of praise, such as Mark Twain, Frank Sinatra and Richard Nixon. By ROB


CAMPBELL Red Devils demolish Marion

Albert Holland scored twice and rushed for 217 yards. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go The address is 1734 Jasmine Avenue, Fairfield, IA 52556. Phone: (800) 248-


EMILY MCPHERSON MICHAEL SUTTON

EMILY MCPHERSON MICHAEL SUTTON POLAND -- Emily Elizabeth McPherson, 1338 W. Sixth Ave., Columbus,


Hermitage club plans style show

The fund-raiser benefits scholarships and other community needs. WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Hermitage


KRISTEN TUER BRIAN EICHERT

KRISTEN TUER BRIAN EICHERT LIVONIA, Mich. -- Kristen Simone Tuer and Brian James Eichert, both of