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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

LOCAL

LOCAL Hardie selected by conference NEW WILMINGTON -- Katie Hardie, a junior member of the


NFL ROUNDUP News and notes

Rams: Kurt Warner's forgettable season got worse Monday when X-rays showed he has a broken right


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.17 2.29 Bank One,.84,38.8538.87 Clear Channel, 42.26


SURPLUS CLOTHING

SURPLUS CLOTHING Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, free clothing, 9 a.m.


STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE Boys basketball glance

FITCH Head coach: Gary Conroy, eighth year 2001 record: 12-8, 3-5 Returning letterwinners:


Trumbull commissioners shy away from spotlight

Opinion: It's no accident that Ohio's open meetings law is commonly referred to as the "Sunshine Law." It was


HELOISE Medical diary can be helpful to family members

Dear Heloise: I have a hint that I encourage everyone I know to start doing. It is to create a


YOUNGSTOWN PBS 45/49 plans to lay off 7 workers

The PBS layoff news comes less than a week after another local television station threatened job


BCS STANDINGS USC jumps to 4th place

The Trojans' win over Notre Dame assured them of a major BCS bowl berth. ASSOCIATED PRESS A big


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James C. Evans, legal age, of 2825 Lipkey Road, North Jackson,


COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP Texas A & amp;M fires R.C. Slocum; Nebraska staff is shuffled

The veteran coach compiled a 123-47-2 mark in 14 seasons with the Aggies. ASSOCIATED PRESS R.C.


Eat smart, exercise this season

By MARSHA ERICKSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS There is something about the holidays that brings


FISCAL EMERGENCY

FISCAL EMERGENCY Youngstown schools Milestones in the Youngstown City School District's


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--a-Dack's Sword (Gonzalez)5.405.403.80 a-Itzcocktailtime


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT A story in Saturday's editions gave an incorrect title for a Youngstown City


In quilts, snippets of life

The museum should serve as a haven for those in need of solace, said its director. By JoANNE


AFC NORTH At last, Steelers have a solid kicker

Jeff Reed has made 9 of 10 field goals in two games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jeff Reed spent most of


CAVS Ugh! Cleveland drops 15th straight

NEW YORK (AP) -- Without a speck of confidence -- not to mention three key players -- the Cleveland


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox He's worried about relatives' flouting of law on leased land

Dear Annie: I lease some land that sits within a federal preserve. The terms of my lease state that


WARREN POLICE City officials try to crunch numbers to get equipment in detective's cars

The auditor is not sure how much it will cost to install the lights and sirens on the detectives'


Summary of police activity:

Summary of police activity: CANFIELD Nov. 24 Deer destroyed: A deer was killed in an accident


Coaching changes

Coaching changes Texas A & amp;M fired R.C. Slocum, ending the 14-year tenure of the


SALEM United Way reaches 75% of 2003 goal

SALEM -- United Way volunteers here have raised about 75 percent of the agency's $270,000 goal just


"In the inspections process, the United States will be making one judgment: Has Saddam Hussein

"In the inspections process, the United States will be making one judgment: Has Saddam Hussein


A CHANCE FOR DISCUSSION

Opinion: A CHANCE FOR DISCUSSION Washington Post: Among the many unexpected consequences of the recent


NBA ROUNDUP | Monday's other games

Celtics 102, Magic 97 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Paul Pierce scored 27 points and Eric Williams added a


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Hiram -- pitching and catching clinic. Session 1 is Dec. 8 for ages 14-18. Session 2 is


COLOR Fashion's favorite collections fade to black

Designers find black is a comfortable color that can be easily accessorized. SCRIPPS HOWARD


RELAXATION Web site offers the full rub on the world of massage

The site provides educational opportunity for those interested in massage and its advantages. By


CLEVELAND INDIANS FANS ARE USED TO watching their best players sign for big money in other cities.

CLEVELAND INDIANS FANS ARE USED TO watching their best players sign for big money in other cities.


HELP FREE AFRICA'S ENSLAVED YOUTHS

Opinion: HELP FREE AFRICA'S ENSLAVED YOUTHS Miami Herald: So, what's in that candy bar? Caramel, nuts,


CHRISTMAS GIFTS The personal touch

Homemade gifts are much more thoughtful than those you buy at the mall. By JANET SIMONS SCRIPPS


COLLEGE BASKETBALL Williamson leader of youthful Penguins

The Detroit native is the only senior on this year's squad. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS


CLEVELAND INDIANS Thome takes money and runs

The free-agent slugger couldn't pass up the six-year, $87 million deal from the Phillies. COMBINED


TRUMBULL EMA Officials to redo moldy building

The Wean Building is being looked at as a possible EMA site. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


HUBBARD UTILITIES Ordinance targets late bill payers

Utilities would be shut off if payment is more than 25 days late. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


Boardman beats Canfield

Boardman beats Canfield Amber Bland scored 14 of her 16 points in the second half, and is just one


TRAFICANT ON TRIAL Ex-neighbor says rep was generous

The judge will decide on whether to allow testimony from one of the congressman's witnesses. By


INTERNET Investors await plan for AOL's recovery

A probe of the online service's accounting is likely to be among the topics addressed. NEW YORK


The Vindicator

The Vindicator BENEFIT CONCERT: A Christmas-decorated Stambaugh Auditorium, Youngstown, will be


MENSWEAR Blessed be the ties that don't bind and gag

A necktie should reflect the wearer's personality, not the giver's. SCRIPPS HOWARD For years,


COLLEGE ROUNDUP | Women's basketball

No. 7 Kansas St. 115, Arkansas-Pine Bluff 37 MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Laurie Koehn had 23 points and


CITY SERIES

CHANEY Head coach: Don D'Alesio, first year 2001 record: 7-13, 2-4 Returning lettermen: Chance


YOUNGSTOWN 2010 | Part 3 of 4 Direction, priorities are crucial to vision for city

Currently, officials often tackle problems as they come without clear priorities, one planner says.


MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Receivers, Gannon prolific

Oakland scored 14 unanswered points in the third period and the Jets had their win streak snapped.


"Given that medicine can turn AIDS from a death sentence into a chronic illness and reduce mother-

Opinion: "Given that medicine can turn AIDS from a death sentence into a chronic illness and reduce mother-


MERCER COUNTY Officials: hiring judge is helpful

Two judge's posts will be up for election next year. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Brandi Wilson and Michael Vogan, 2946 Carrie Ave., Southington, boy, Dec. 2. Dr.


1-800-GOT-JUNK? Making cash from trash

One junk-hauling business aims to have 250 franchises within four years. VANCOUVER, British


NHL ROUNDUP | Monday's game

Devils 1, Flyers 0, OT PHILADELPHIA -- Brian Gionta scored at 2:51 of overtime and Martin Brodeur


Families get in on the hunt

By MIKE BRAUN VINDICATOR OUTDOOR EDITOR MECCA -- Among some of the hunters who brought their


AGENDA

WEDNESDAY Canfield City Council, 6 p.m., council chambers. XAGENDA runs daily. Items for the


COLLEGE BASKETBALL

COLLEGE BASKETBALL Monday's Men's Scores EAST Baruch 70, N.Y. Maritime 58 Catholic 108,


FASHION Q & amp;A

Q. I'm having a hard time finding jeans that fit. All the styles seem to be midrise or low-rise --


WARREN Report shows Ryan's finances

Candidates to replace Ryan in the state senate will be interviewed this week. WARREN -- In the


CITY SERIES Chaney wants no part of stall ball

Ten players should see plenty of varsity action. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


BROWNS Postseasonhopes dim after loss

Injured cornerback Daylon McCutcheon could play against Jacksonville. BEREA (AP) -- A week ago the


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Association helps families cope with Alzheimer's

About once a week, I visit an Alzheimer's care home. I liken it to being Alice in Wonderland. One


Is Phar-Mor sale near?

A sale could jeopardize Phar-Mor's downtown headquarters and its 200 jobs. By DON SHILLING


MEN'S TOP 25 BASKETBALL Notre Dame knocks off No. 13 Marquette

Chris Thomas tossed in 32 points and 10 assists as the Irish rolled to a 92-71 win. ASSOCIATED


WEATHERSFIELD 2 unions in school district extend contracts for a year

Employees also agreed to change health care plans to save the district $90,000. By MARY SMITH


Annual tree lighting

Annual tree lighting AUSTINTOWN -- The 15th Annual Austintown Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony


Man's window shot out

Man's window shot out BERLIN CENTER -- A man in the 17000 block of Akron-Canfield Road heard


LORDSTOWN Council takes action

Nothing in the proposed contracts is etched in stone, one councilman said. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


Freedom's just another word for having a whole lot to gain

Opinion: The world is a more free place today than a year ago, at least as gauged by the economic indicators


PENGUINS SWIM TEAM

PENGUINS SWIM TEAM Recent performances Nov 22 in Hudson Penguin Team placed 3rd overall. 8


File-sharing services defend distribution

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Lawyers representing record companies and movie studios argued in federal court


Associated Press

Associated Press OUTTA HERE: Jim Thome has joined the list of power hitters who have left the


WELLSVILLE Homicide probe continues in earnest, prosecutor says

Authorities think they've found a motive for the slaying of Craig Roberts but aren't saying what it


STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE Ingram's goggles have goals in view

Before playing at Wofford next year, the Mooney standout will lead a team which went 9-11 overall.


Just the ticket for those who don't honor U.S.

Opinion: Just the ticket for those who don't honor U.S. EDITOR: The article titled "Spurred by attacks,


CONSTABLE CASE Deputy is put on leave for probe

The deputy's version differs from what city police saw, the major says. By PATRICIA MEADE


United Airlines holds breath as vote nears on wage cuts

The mechanics union must approve the contract to keep the company's restructuring on track.


Today is Tuesday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2002. There are 28 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2002. There are 28 days left in the year. On this date in


TRAFICANT AUCTION U.S. court seeks full disclosure

The government has now filed a garnishment writ against the ex-congressman's daughter. By PATRICIA


TRAFICANT CASE U.S. court seeks full disclosure on auction

The judge will have a hearing to hash out who owned what before the sale. By PATRICIA MEADE


JIM TRAFICANT U.S. court seeks full disclosure on auction

The judge will have a hearing to hash out who owned what before the sale. By PATRICIA MEADE