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Freedom's just another thing we never want to lose
Opinion: Patriotism is a fine thing, but it has to be voluntary, or it's meaningless. Some states are rushing
THE SERIES Diamondbacks vs. Braves
Tuesday: Arizona 2, Atlanta 0. Wednesday: Atlanta 8, Arizona 1. Friday: Arizona 5, Atlanta 1,
Milton Township trustees will have a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday in the township hall,
Milton Township trustees will have a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday in the township hall,
JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Three Reinos playing soccer
NESHANNOCK -- The successful Reino family soccer story began in Italy in the 1960s, and progressed
PENNSYLVANIA FOOTBALL Western Beaver beats Union in OT
Big plays and big calls played big roles in the 20-14 decision in overtime. BY ERIC POOLE
Post-9/11 book sales
Here are some books that have been flying off bookstore shelves in the wake of the Sept. 11 tragedy.
FUGITIVE
FUGITIVE Timothy Ellsworth Leasure The Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the
YSU's Burley makes good on promise
By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Five yards were all that separated
JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Using water, air to heat home saves energy
Q. My furnace is inefficient and the water heater is old too. I might install a new combination hot
WHERE TO GET HELP
Area churches, community organizations and social agencies offer food, shelter, clothing and
Garden clubs sponsor tour of homes
EAST PALESTINE -- "A Small Town Christmas" has been chosen as the theme for a home tour to be
Fleming stood tall under pressure
The name "Ursuline High School" has elicited many responses over the years. "Champion," for one,
By REBECCA SLOAN
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT It's mucky, it's yucky, and for those of us who are
BOARDMAN -- As a young man in the mid-1950s, Neil Mohney attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh
BOARDMAN -- As a young man in the mid-1950s, Neil Mohney attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh
NOTEBOOK From Ohio Stadium
Introductions: The game was the first meeting ever between the Buckeyes and Aztecs. Coach's numbers:
GIRLS SOCCER Canfield upsets No. 1 seeded Poland, 2-1
The Cardinals won on a penalty kick by Grazia Sorice to win the sectional title. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Womack delivers in the clutch for the Diamondbacks
Tony Womack, shortstop for the Arizona Diamondbacks, hit both ends of the spectrum last Sunday
PREP SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE
SATURDAY'S RESULTS FOOTBALL WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA Slippery Rock 27, Kennedy Catholic 9
Cousins Cole-laborating
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER Other kids peddled
MAHONING VALLEY Officials await effects of estate tax revisions
Mahoning County dished out more in estate taxes last year than Trumbull and Columbiana combined.
TENNIS Peretti-Berry third in state doubles
The Boardman High duo bounced back from a semifinal defeat to win their consolation match.
Greenville takes individual honors in Mercer CC meet
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Greenville High School had both individual winners but the Trojans won neither
Naples and Sturbi in Poland
Opinion: Poland Township is a financially and politically stable community that has benefited over the past
Local Navy man serves to make America proud
Opinion: Local Navy man serves to make America proud EDITOR: Right now as you sit at home, I am on the
Estate tax revenue amounts by county for the year ending in August. Municipalities not listed did
Estate tax revenue amounts by county for the year ending in August. Municipalities not listed did
PREP FOOTBALL Strong second half helps Westminster upend Wolverines
With the win, Westminster moves to 3-4 overall, while Grove City drops to 1-5. By BILL ALBRIGHT
State should not back down on recovery of MVSD money
Opinion: Last year, we had high praise for U.S. District Court Judge George Smith in Columbus after he
AKILAH ATKINSON LIKIVU SPEAKS
AKILAH ATKINSON LIKIVU SPEAKS YOUNGSTOWN -- Tabernacle Baptist Church was the setting for the
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go Mohawk Trail Association: (413) 743-8127 or www.mohawktrail.com on the
Kennedy Catholic drops 27-9 contest
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Slippery Rock High, behind by three points at halftime, rallied for 21 points in
YSU
YSU Volleyball team loses fifth straight YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown State volleyball team lost
CARRIE SMOLKO PAUL JONES
CARRIE SMOLKO PAUL JONES POLAND -- Paul Michael Jones of Austintown and his bride, the former
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements
NORTH LIMA -- The Mahoning County branch of the Ohio Farm Bureau and its organization director,
HONOR
HONOR Grocer's hall of fame David Schwebel, past president of Schwebel Baking Co., was recently
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Health Center Chad and Kelly Pokopatz, 863 E. Dewey Ave., Youngstown, girl, Oct. 19.
NICOLE KNEBEL WILLIAM SPENCER
NICOLE KNEBEL WILLIAM SPENCER BOARDMAN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place during a 4:30
REBECCA SPISAK BENJAMIN ELISER
REBECCA SPISAK BENJAMIN ELISER YOUNGSTOWN -- A reception at The Georgetown in Boardman honored
NANBPWC plans Ebony Fashion Fair
WARREN -- The Youngstown/ Warren Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional
PENNSYLVANIA County officials tackle sewer, water issues
Commissioners propose a municipal services authority to oversee problems. By LAURE CIOFFI
NAMI education event
NAMI education event NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Lawrence
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antique shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
KEYSTONE CLIPS Grove City's Senior Expo to feature health screenings
Senior citizens in the Grove City area can get information on state, local and private agency
LESLIE HAGG TRENT BINGER
LESLIE HAGG TRENT BINGER CUYAHOGA FALLS -- The marriage of Leslie Lynn Hagg and Trent Allen
Incumbents get credit for progress in Warren schools
Opinion: Warren city schools are not going to be held out any time soon as a perfect example of education in
AWARD RECIPIENTS And the winners are:
This year's honorees, categories of expertise and nominating group are as follows: Virginia
HOMECOMING VICTORY 19,171 see YSU go 6-1
Jerald Burley's long TD run and Colby Street's leadership in a relief role, led YSU to a 44-30 won
NICOLE JUDY GREGORY KERR
NICOLE JUDY GREGORY KERR YOUNGSTOWN -- A honeymoon at Montego Bay, Jamaica, followed the wedding
COLUMBIANA COUNTY New program to help children who witness domestic violence
There is no charge to victims' families for the service, which is funded by a federal grant. By
Niles runners finish 15th
PERRY -- The Niles High girls cross country team finished 15th with 452 points in the Division II
GEORGE D. TABLACK, 71 Former mayor of Campbell dies
He was a Steelworker and a public servant. CAMPBELL -- Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at
BOYS CROSS COUNTRY McDonald edges rival Maplewood
The Blue Devils came away with a 39-41 verdict to cop the district championship. By JOE SCALZO
Health district to give flu, pneumonia shots
Health district to give flu, pneumonia shots YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown City Health District will
Outstanding area women will receive awards during banquet
Accomplishments of more than 300 women in Mahoning Valley have been recognized since 1978.
LYNDA KEMERER ROBERT HANNAH
LYNDA KEMERER ROBERT HANNAH CANFIELD -- Lynda M. Kemerer, 458 Ewing Road, Boardman, became the
YOUNGSTOWN Court buildingtightens security
Mahoning County Courthouse employees will be issued identification cards. By BOB JACKSON
JANINE MANFREDI MICHAEL MALLOY
JANINE MANFREDI MICHAEL MALLOY STRUTHERS -- Janine Anne Manfredi, 410 Edison Ave., became the
YOUNGSTOWN Speaker discusses issues plaguing city
She said communities need to ward off potential trouble by teaching young children. By JOHN W.
FAIRVIEW TOWNSHIP Retiring official recalls the long road to success
After more than 50 years at the township helm, Dewitt Palmer is calling it quits. By HAROLD GWIN
CRIME SOLVER
CRIME SOLVER Mercer County The theft of tools and two all-terrain vehicles is the focus of
YOUNGSTOWN TOUCH FOOTBALL LEAGUE
YOUNGSTOWN TOUCH FOOTBALL LEAGUE RESULTS Marlowe's Premium Coffee 10, Letty's 0 -- Marlon
MAC leads Conference Cup golf play, goes for title today
COITSVILLE -- The Metro Athletic Conference leads, 6-2, with 8 1/2 points needed to win the
BERLIN Lack of rainfall makes lake unusually low
Officials say the Mahoning River would dry up this time of year without water from Berlin Lake. By
OHIO CONFERENCE Capital offense can't hurt MUC
Mount Union's coaching staff said it prepared diligently for the Crusaders. By MARK W. MILLER
NYC event celebrates British, U.S. unity
NYC event celebrates British, U.S. unity With its name changed from UKinNY to UKwithNY, the
PREP VOLLEYBALL Spartans survive test by Falls
Top-seeded Fitch had no problem against Akron Firestone. STOW -- Boardman defeated Cuyahoga Falls,
AREA LEGISLATORS
U.S. SENATORS OHIO George Voinovich, R, Hart Senate Office Building Room 317, Washington, D.C.
Hair donations needed
Hair donations needed HOWLAND -- Wigs for Kids is looking for human hair donations to help ill
HOWLAND Golf course is taxing problem
An assistant law director recommended the city sell the golf course in 1997, calling it 'one big
OHIO STATE Buckeyes rally to upend Aztecs
Quarterback Steve Bellisari completed 15-of-32 passes for 198 yards in the 27-12 win. By GARY
HOW THEY SEE IT
HOW THEY SEE IT Quotes What key players are saying or have said about the Avalon South Golf
Baseball facility to open in November
NORTH LIMA -- Boardman High School baseball coach Scott Knox has announced the opening of Line Drive
Veterans event will honor safety forces
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Vietnam Veterans of America Youngstown Chapter 135 will include war veterans who
Today is Sunday, Oct. 21, the 294th day of 2001. There are 71 days left in the year.
Opinion: Today is Sunday, Oct. 21, the 294th day of 2001. There are 71 days left in the year. On this date
Champion girls capture first district cross country crown
The Flashes made school history by outlasting Girard 91-92 in the Division II race to gain the
SHARON SHANKS | The Cosmos Mars Odyssey mission will try, try again
The 2001 Mars Odyssey mission is due to arrive at Mars on Tuesday, and you can bet the rent that the
MICHELLE MYERS JASON WALL
MICHELLE MYERS JASON WALL RICHMOND, Va. -- The marriage of Michelle Ann Myers, daughter of retired
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES TODAY Victory Assembly of God Church, 3899 McCartney Road, Coitsville, 9 a.m. to 2
DOREEN GOLUBICH LEO CONNELLY JR.
DOREEN GOLUBICH LEO CONNELLY JR. BOARDMAN -- The marriage of Doreen Patricia Golubich and Leo
Unclog gutters with these simple steps.
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT It's mucky, it's yucky, and for those of us who are
MASONIC GROUPS
TUESDAY Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Masonic Temple.
FEDERATED CLUBS
THURSDAY Hubbard Fortnightly IV will meet at 8 p.m. at the home of Mary Ellen Keller with Rita
MELISSA BODOH KEVIN ROCHLITZ
MELISSA BODOH KEVIN ROCHLITZ YOUNGSTOWN -- Melissa K. Bodoh, daughter of Judge and Mrs. William T.
Finding black history in Alexandria, Va.
Finding black history in Alexandria, Va. The setting for last year's film "Remember the Titans,"
HOUSE VOTES
HOUSE VOTES Terrorism The House approved a bill Oct. 12 to expand law enforcement's powers to
GARDEM CLUBS
MONDAY XSalem will meet at 9:30 p.m. at the Smucker House for a "Share Your Garden Bounty"
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES & amp; SUMMARIES
EAST Allegheny 40, Frostburg St. 13 Amherst 23, Wesleyan, Conn. 0 Bentley 41, Plymouth St. 21
The spirit in N.Y.C. heartens volunteer
A Canfield woman describes working as a mental health counselor in the rubble of the World Trade
La Fleur Garden Club has election
Judy Bauman of Canfield was elected president of the La Fleur Garden Club during a meeting Sept. 6.
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Magen's Model (Krigger)10.803.002.10 Annie's Report
Networking is essential for finding a job, says career columnist Amy Lindgren. In Monday's business
Networking is essential for finding a job, says career columnist Amy Lindgren. In Monday's business
YSU System tracks academics
DARS is part of the university's nuts-and-bolts approach to improving student services. By RON
GIRLS SECTIONAL SOCCER Roberts leads JFK past Girard, 3-0
JFK will play Champion in a district semifinal Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. WARREN -- Katie Roberts
Crafts book offers projects to be shared
Now's the time for parents to prepare themselves for long winter days and long, bored faces. "501
DIVISION I Eagles crush Blue Streaks to advance to district semifinal
Howland's Leah Albani scored twice in the 5-0 win over Lake. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
CARRIE WILSON SHAWN MCKINLEY
CARRIE WILSON SHAWN MCKINLEY NILES -- Ireland was the honeymoon destination of Shawn McKinley and