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MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Willie L. Mitchell, 34, of 55 Hilton Ave., Youngstown, and
TRUMBULL COUNTY Commissioner Tsagaris pushes to get private lawyer for panel
The county prosecutor's office has done an excellent job, said O'Brien and one prosecutor. By
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Connecticut 6-0 after victory over Holy Cross
Valerie King tied Cincinnati's single-game record with six 3-pointers to lead the 25th-ranked
ASIA Putin wows India, China
The Russian president is pushing his idea of a strategic partnership among his country, China and
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS FTC sues makers of weight-loss drink
Regulators says the product, promoted on 650 radio stations nationwide, has nothing in it to promote
TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE | Boys basketball glance
COLUMBIANA Head coach: Jeff Hammond, fourth year (32-30). 2001-02 record: 8-12, 5-9. Returning
NASCAR Winston Cup champ Stewart enjoying limelight in big city
He will collect more than $4 million from the points fund and contingency money tonight. NEW YORK
SEATTLE United woes' impact on Boeing
United will likely order fewer planes if it files for bankruptcy protection, and that's bad news for
AROUND THE NBA | Friday's games
Spurs 98, 76ers 93 SAN ANTONIO -- The second-longest winning streak of the NBA season came to an
MERCER COUNTY Woman sentenced in assault last May
The judge put two other people on probation. MERCER -- A judge placed a Farrell woman on probation
PREP WRESTLING Hoppel looking for second title
Jackson-Milton will try to win its 10th straight EOWL Division III championship. By MARK W. MILLER
ARMY VS. NAVY Despite 1-10 records, teams come to play
Throw out the records when the academies meet. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Ryan Kent went to
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Buckeyeswill be watching the tube
If Miami loses, OSU's next opponent would be BCS No. 3 Georgia -- maybe -- if the Bulldogs win
NBA | Thursday
Hawks 98, Bucks 80 ATLANTA -- Glenn Robinson scored 23 points in his first game against his old
SVC GIRLS BASKETBALL Youth aid in Irish victory
Courtney Davidson and Christina Cook combined for 29 points as Ursuline defeated Fitch, 76-26. By
EMILY A. STODDARD | Blue Jean Learning of others' religions provides a real education
As a lifelong private-school student, I was ready for public university life when the time finally
COLUMBIANA CO. Molester doctor awaits sentence
The convicted doctor was led from the courtroom in handcuffs. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
A revealing look at honesty
The number of teenagers reporting that they cheat, lie and steal has gone up. By STEVEN YANDA
LOCAL
LOCAL Game changes The Struthers at Salem boys basketball game, scheduled for Jan. 3, has been
YOUNGSTOWN Woman gets 6 months in jail for deaths of two
The Salem woman will spend six months in jail and can never drive again. By BOB JACKSON
BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL MEN'S SCORES HORIZON LEAGUE Butler 65, Indiana St. 45 EAST Bates 85, Bowdoin 68
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW | Wrestling
EASTERN OHIO WRESTLING LEAGUE DIVISION I BOARDMAN Coach: Dom Mancini Years at school: 2
BOYS BASKETBALL Niles streaks to third win in row
The Red Dragons continued on the unbeaten trail with a 56-33 win over Wilson. NILES -- Dan Jones
NASCAR AWARDS Stewart's awards take tops $9 million
The Winston Cup champion even enjoyed talking to the media this week. NEW YORK (AP) -- It
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Franchione cashes in with A & amp;M
He'll be the third-highest paid coach in the country. COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) -- Dennis
Counterfeit bills found
Counterfeit bills found WARREN -- Business owners should be careful this holiday season not to
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Glitterin' Gold4.002.602.10 Yardley Chase (P.Nolan)8.204.40
BASEBALL Calls to Braves go unanswered, so Tom Glavine dials up Mets
The Padres' Phil Nevin said he vetoed a trade to Cincinnati for Ken Griffey Jr. ASSOCIATED PRESS
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XGold Torch Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will meet Wednesday
GREENVILLE, PA. College drops frat, its walk
The money the frat raised at a Steelers football game will go to the Pittsburgh hospital. By LAURI
DISTRICT BOYS PREVIEW Campbell hopes quickness overcomes a lack of height
The Red Devils' tallest player is 6-1 and there's only one senior on the roster. CAMPBELL -- With
SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULE
FRIDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Boardman 71, Chaney 67 Niles 56, Wilson 33
Boxer Lewis wins $1 million judgment
NEW YORK (AP) -- Heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis won a $1.175 million judgment Friday, then lashed
New A & amp;M coach
New A & amp;M coach Dennis Franchione bolted Alabama for Texas A & amp;M on Thursday,
Fellows will be host of 'Winter Celebration'
Fellows will be host of 'Winter Celebration' YOUNGSTOWN -- The Davis Center at Fellows Riverside
YSU Event celebrates cultural diversity
The event raised scholarship money for students majoring or minoring in Africana Studies. By PETER
COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW Division III playoffs
WABASH (12-0) vs. MOUNT UNION (11-0) When: Saturday at noon. Where: Mount Union Stadium,
PREP BASKETBALL Bland surpasses 1,000 pts.
The junior scored 24 points in Boardman's SVC win over Cardinal Mooney. YOUNGSTOWN -- Junior Amber
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES Chaney 50, Campbell Memorial 49 Ursuline 76, Austintown Fitch
MAHONING COUNTY Officials: Declare a fiscal watch
The conditions for a fiscal watch should disappear when commissioners pass next year's budget. By
GIRLS BASKETBALL Niles routs LaBrae; E. Palestine slips by
Amanda Nero had 18 points and Dani Hvisdak 17 for Lowellville, now 3-0. NILES -- The Niles High
NATION
NATION McDonald's chairman announces he'll retire CHICAGO -- Just nine months after asking him
The conditions for a fiscal watch should disappear when commissioners pass next year's budget.
The conditions for a fiscal watch should disappear when commissioners pass next year's budget. By
NHL ROUNDUP | Thursday's games
Bruins 4, Thrashers 3, OT BOSTON -- Glen Murray scored twice, including at 1:53 of overtime, to
Taft provides more money for local high-tech project
Opinion: Given state government's financial crisis, the $1.5 million that Republican Gov. Bob Taft and the
Ursuline loses to St. Thomas
Ursuline loses to St. Thomas For three quarters Friday, the Ursuline High basketball team managed
MAC FOOTBALL Marshall looking to avenge Toledo loss
The teams play Saturday in a game that carries conference bragging rights. HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP)
A FOREIGN SERVICE PAC
Opinion: A FOREIGN SERVICE PAC Washington Post: It might be thought of as a sad sign of the times: U.S.
NILES Senior center to offer computer classes
Center members can use the computers for free. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Babik lifts Bethany past Oh. Wesleyan
BETHANY, W. Va. -- Sophomore guard Nikki Babik buried six straight free throws Friday as the Bethany
Today is Friday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2002. There are 25 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 6, the 340th day of 2002. There are 25 days left in the year. On this date in
More pain for city's fans
When a city hasn't won a major sports championship in 38 years, some weeks are worse than others.
NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Council to advertise for cable TV system
If all goes well, residents will have high-speed Internet access and digital cable services next
DISTRICT | Boys basketball glance
BEAVER LOCAL Head coach: Mike Solterbeck, third year (14-19) 2001-02 record: 15-5 Returning
COLUMBUS Choice for Ryan's seat narrows
Ohio Senate Democrats will select a new member Tuesday or Wednesday. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Fertilizer distribution plant to expand
LORDSTOWN -- An Ohio company is spending $1 million to expand its fertilizer distribution plant in
BOXING McCline faces difficult challenge against heavyweight Klitschko
Wladimir Klitschko is the rising star that some already see as the next great heavyweight. LAS
3 suspended from school in band theft
ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Three high school students were suspended for attempting to sell school band
Money stolen
Money stolen SALEM -- An undisclosed amount of cash and coins was taken after a home in the 800
PENNSYLVANIA Boys basketball glance
ELLWOOD CITY Head coach: Bob Kerr, second year (9-15) 2001 record: 9-15, 4-8 Returning
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.162.29 Bank One,.84,37.9337.98 Clear Channel, 41.20
CHALLENGE 24 Trumbull County schools
Pupils from Trumbull County schools competed this week in Challenge 24, a mathematics competition in
STEELERS Maddox mystified by retirement talk
Now that the QB escaped a more serious spinal cord injury, he sees no reason not to return to the
10 Palestinians killed in Gaza refugee camp
10 Palestinians killed in Gaza refugee camp GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip -- Israeli troops backed by
Another good Lakeview start keys romp
The strong-starting Bulldogs streaked to a 25-4 lead en route to a 62-30 win over Badger. By DOUG
Iverson steps back from earlier claims
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Philadelphia 76ers guard Allen Iverson issued a statement Thursday in which he
STAMFORD, CONN. WWE wrestles with the loss of stars and tumbling ratings
The company is developing new stars to replace those who have left, WWE's chairman said. STAMFORD,
ANNIE'S MAILBOX Husband has become cold and unfeeling
Dear Annie: My husband of nine years has never been an emotional or romantic guy. Lately, "Martin"
PULASKI, PA. Donations pour in for fire victims
A public service is planned for 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mercer Livestock Auction. By LAURE CIOFFI
GAIL WHITE Do Christmas trees put you at the end of your rope?
Oh, Christmas tree, Oh Christmas tree ... Around our house, it's more like Oh, @#* & amp;^$
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 2nd--Last Chancecharg (Saito)11.007.203.60 Disorientated Al
MAHONING COUNTY Library cuts hours at branches by 11%
Library service will be cut by 86 hours a week systemwide and hundreds of thousands of dollars will
INDICTMENTS
INDICTMENTS Mahoning County The following people were indicted by a Mahoning County grand jury:
MERCER COUNTY Convicts will serve prison sentences
Among those sentenced was a woman who assaulted a teacher in front of his class. By MARY
BECKY SHER | Hype 'Looks Book' cooks
If your school had a class on style, "The Looks Book" would be the textbook. This guide to
OHIO Report says state's steelmakers still see declines
Steel imports were up 34 percent in the third quarter, despite recently enacted steel tariffs. By
ICE HOCKEY Phantom Rockets' loss model of inconsistency
Mahoning Valley lost to Dayton 4-2 Thursday at The Ice Zone. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
Iraq to give report to U.N.
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Iraq will submit to the United Nations this weekend a
Marks sparks Boardman
The senior scored 35 to lead the Spartans past Chaney. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
TRUMBULL COUNTY Company volunteers to put up decorations
The county's lack of finances prevented officials from renting holiday decorations this year. By
SEC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Georgia will have advantage in dome
There will be a definite pro-Bulldog crowd in the Georgia Dome. ATLANTA (AP) -- Georgia won't have
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials to explore touch-screen voting
There are no replacement parts available for the county's current machines. By LAURE CIOFFI
Butler routs Indiana State by 20 to remain unbeaten
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (AP) -- Brandon Miller scored 18 points and Darnell Archey stretched his streak of
MAHONING COUNTY Deputy sheriffs arrest 8 in sweep
The sweep involved charges from the child support and human services agencies. By PATRICIA MEADE
"We will not rest until this is the most humane, most just and most honest society that has ever
Opinion: "We will not rest until this is the most humane, most just and most honest society that has ever
VALLEY CONGRESSIONAL RACES Spending tops $1M in 17th
The candidates in the 6th Congressional District race also spent more than $1 million. By DAVID
A Jackson Street, Warren, family is anticipating a gloomy Christmas after the house they've been
A Jackson Street, Warren, family is anticipating a gloomy Christmas after the house they've been
COLLEGE BASKETBALL No. 8 Florida wins on Roberson's FTs
The Gators outlasted Florida State, thanks to freshman Anthony Roberson. ASSOCIATED PRESS
GOLF Furyk fires 64 to lead Target event by one
Davis Love III shot 66 and Tiger Woods finished at 68. THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) -- The recipe
Man faces multiple charges after chase
STRUTHERS -- Jason A. Rotan, 25, of Youngstown, will appear in municipal court here for a
Associated Press
Associated Press SHIPPING OUT: Waving the Stars and Stripes, Ed Hall, right, watches as his son
INDIANS Drese, Diaz sent to Texas for pair
First baseman Travis Hafner will replace Jim Thome. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- The Texas Rangers
LIQUOR LICENSES
LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers
ETHICAL SLIDE
ETHICAL SLIDE Ten years ago, 61 percent of high school students admitted cheating on a test that
PIAA FINALS Mt. Carmel seeks 5th title in nine years
Two backs who rushed for more than 270 yards last weekend will meet in the Class AAAA final.
FINANCES | Congressional campaigns
Financial activity for Oct. 17-Nov. 25 for those who ran for the 17th and 6th Congressional District
NHL N. Jersey upends Penguins
Martin Straka scored Pittsburgh's lone goal in the 3-1 loss. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) --
HELOISE 'Nutty' solution helps fix scratch marks
Dear Heloise: While vacuuming, I hit my wood furniture and left scratch marks. I am devastated, as
1903 loaner car finds a home
A Warren resident drove the car cross-country in 1983, re-creating a 1903 trip. By DENISE DICK
TRUMBULL COUNTY Clerk gets sentence in theft
The trooper investigating the case said the defendant was honest and cooperative. By PEGGY
WARREN Mold in home drives out family
A black mold streaks the walls and lines the ceiling of a bedroom and the kitchen. By DENISE DICK
FREE AGENCY Thome says emphasis was on sixth year
Instead of a guaranteed year, the Indians offered option years for a sixth and seventh season.
About the survey
Q. What began the interest in surveying the morals of high-school students as opposed to those of
BIG 12 CHAMPIONSHIP First meeting of season means little Saturday
Colorado made a lot of mistakes in a 27-11 loss to Oklahoma. HOUSTON (AP) -- What happened
TRI-COUNTY BOYS Lisbon hopes to garner 2nd title
Last season's TCL championship gave coach Joe Siefke the distinction of owning both girls and boys
WORLD CUP SWIMMING Australian just misses his own world mark
Grant Hackett said he wanted to show his rivals he has been working hard. MELBOURNE, Australia
YSU Board balks at raising tuition
The university has lost $7.5 million in state funding in three years, as tuition has jumped about 20
PIAA FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS Southern Columbia wins first state title
Hopewell ground out a 21-10 win over Strath Haven for the Class AAA title. HERSHEY, Pa. (AP) --
Ward seeks respect
Ward seeks respect Sometimes, even the Pittsburgh Steelers overlook wide receiver Hines Ward. Page
CONFERENCE USA Cincinnati downs E. Carolina
The Bearcats finished tied with TCU for the conference title. GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) -- Gino
SHENANGO SCHOOLS Superintendent takes new job; board looks for replacement
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Shenango Area School Board will soon begin the search for a superintendent.
Airport is a loser with no reason for being, let it go
Opinion: Airport is a loser with no reason for being, let it go EDITOR: The Vindicator editors continue
HIGH SCHOOL HONORS League All-Stars
BOYS SOCCER TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Nathan Raught, Badger, senior Matt Riley, Badger,
YOUNGSTOWN Turnovers hurt Irish in loss to St. Thomas
The Knights outscored Ursuline 28-12 in the fourth quarter. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS
Identity theft reported
Identity theft reported AUSTINTOWN -- A 57-year-old Pinegrove Avenue man told police he discovered
REGIONAL AIRPORT Commission delays vote on funding
Mahoning commissioners will meet with the airport authority and their Trumbull County counterparts.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Friday's Top 25 games
No. 1 Duke 128, Howard 53 DURHAM, N.C. -- Iciss Tillis had 22 points and 10 rebounds, and top-
In House, Dems plan focus on family issues
The new Democratic leadership will stress no major tax increases. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
WARREN Youngstown worker faces drug charges
Federal agents arrested the city worker on drug trafficking charges when he finished plowing
OHIO Panel compromises on malpractice bill
The proposal would cap malpractice damage awards but would not limit jury awards for economic or