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BASEBALL Mets keep Trachsel; Giants add Ray Durham
Tom Glavine was to be formally introduced today upon completion of a physical. NEW YORK (AP) --
WASHINGTON Drop in patents causes concern
Businesses are showing less enthusiasm for new ideas. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON -- The number
On Target
On Target Padraig Harrington had a six-stroke lead over Tiger Woods and a simple solution to
COLUMBIANA CORNER Unbearable situation in Leetonia schools
Leetonia school officials are dealing with some unusual situations in trying to purchase a 7-foot
Man faces charges after standoff
CAMPBELL -- Police negotiated for more than two hours at a Sixth Street home with a man they say
Wednesday's Newton Falls school board meeting has been postponed until 6 p.m. Dec. 18 in room 101 of
Wednesday's Newton Falls school board meeting has been postponed until 6 p.m. Dec. 18 in room 101 of
Girl rescued from river
Girl rescued from river WARREN -- A 12-year-girl is to return home today after a harrowing fall
YOUNGSTOWN City suspends street worker charged with drug dealing
A second man has been charged in the investigation. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
SOCIAL SECURITY Q & amp;A
Q: I receive Social Security disability benefits. Will my Social Security benefits change when I
POLITICS Democrats in Congress gather in hopes of mounting comeback
The party is reeling from defeats and fractured by differing ideologies, but some members do see
Maddox's three mistakes all result in touchdowns
All three, two interceptions and fumble, were returned for Houston scores. By TOM WILLIAMS
BOXING Ukrainian Klitschko beats McCline, but fight lacked action
Some think Klitschko could be the next great heavyweight. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Wladimir Klitschko
Crime-danger rankings
Crime-danger rankings YOUNGSTOWN -- A private research company based in Lawrence, Kan., has
WORLD GOLF CHALLENGE Harrington turns back Woods to win
Tiger had a chance to win, but had a poor swing on the final holes. THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) --
DIV. III FOOTBALL Mount's rematch has final on line
The Mount Union-John Carroll winner will play Dec. 21 against either St. John's (Minn.) or Trinity
Etiquette for techies
One university trains its tech students in skills they might not have thought apply to their field
Associated Press
Associated Press WARNING SIGN: Members of the Chicago-based activist group Voices in the
CRIME STOPPERS
CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown A search for Raymond L. Edwards is the focus of Crime Stoppers
FOREIGN AID Economist: Israel has cost U.S. $1.6 trillion since '73
The estimate includes indirect costs as well as direct payments to Israel such as military aid.
Drug dealer sentenced
Drug dealer sentenced PITTSBURGH -- A New Castle man was sentenced in federal court to 235 months
SOUTHERN PARK MALL Kiosks: Can't beat the location
Carts and kiosks give small businesses a chance to market their wares to mall shoppers. THE
LIBERTY Police take steps to reduce alcohol-related fatalities
Alcohol-related fatalities in the state are increasing. LIBERTY -- With more people expected to
Dance center to stage show for the needy
Dance center to stage show for the needy AUSTINTOWN -- Steppin' Out Dance Center in Girard will
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.202.35 Bank One,.84,38.0938.13 Clear Channel, 40.53
NBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games
Trail Blazers 104, Raptors 91 TORONTO -- Bonzi Wells scored a season-high 29 points and Rasheed
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Her so-called friend is up to no good
Dear Annie: My friend, "Tina," is constantly saying and doing things around my husband, "Bob," that
TARGET WORLD CHALLENGE PAR SCORES
TARGET WORLD CHALLENGE PAR SCORES Sunday Purse: $3.8 million At Sherwood Country Club
In helping the unemployed, Congress helps the nation
Opinion: When the 108th Congress convenes Jan. 7 it will have its work cut out for it. One of the first
Saddam douses flames of war by pouring on charm
The Iraqi leader is manipulating the diplomatic game, making it difficult for President Bush to
MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Fighting Irish shock No. 2 Texas
The Irish have won three straight over ranked teams. ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON -- Torin
BRITAIN
Opinion: BRITAIN The Independent, London, Dec. 3: According to the Foreign Office dossier, Saddam Hussein:
"We are truly moved by this decision. But we also feel like we've been victimized, like the Central
Opinion: "We are truly moved by this decision. But we also feel like we've been victimized, like the Central
The week before Christmas
The week before Christmas Shopping malls generate 34 percent of their holiday shopping revenue in
Man offers reward for information on brother's death
The Youngstown man has posted fliers along Lee Avenue and Steel Street. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Panthers rout Cincinnati
The 1-12 Bengals got a solid outing from Jon Kitna, but must now work to avoid the worst record in
NFL PREVIEW Tonight's game
CHICAGO (3-9) at MIAMI (7-5) Time: 9 p.m. TV/radio: WYTV (33), WEWS (5), WTAE (4); WBBW-AM
By PETER CARLSON
By PETER CARLSON WASHINGTON POST Egomania! Back-stabbing! Temper tantrums! Vicious office
NHL ROUNDUP Sunday's games
Bruins 4, Rangers 1 NEW YORK -- Bryan Berard and Joe Thornton scored goals late in the second
City suspends street worker charged with drug dealing
A second man has been charged in the investigation. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Carla Mayle and Bruce Gilbert, 1 Kreidler Drive, Youngstown, boy, Dec. 7. Curtis
STEELERS NOTEBOOK From Heinz Field
Expansion struggles: Since 1970, the Steelers have had their hands full when they've played
Serbia faces crisis after failed election
Serbia faces crisis after failed election BELGRADE, Yugoslavia -- Serbia headed for a major
HIGHWAY PATROL White cars improve visibility
The cars will appear gradually as patrol posts exchange gray cars for 2003 models. By NANCY TULLIS
Matthews has jersey retired by Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- For the record, retirement is just fine with Bruce Matthews. Matthews
District weighs effects of transfer regulations
Districts must offer each pupil the option to transfer to a successful school. By JoANNE VIVIANO
YOUNGSTOWN Charred body found in trunk of burned-out car on E. Side
YOUNGSTOWN -- The charred body found in the trunk of a burned-out Lincoln Continental is likely a
SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES GRIZZLIES 102, SUNS 94 PHOENIX (94) -- Stoudemire 1-5 0-0 2, Marion 10-21
Today is Monday, Dec. 9, the 343rd day of 2002. There are 22 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Monday, Dec. 9, the 343rd day of 2002. There are 22 days left in the year. On this date in
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Rose Bowl officials miffed by BCS selection process
The "Rose Bowl East" will be played in Miami between Iowa and USC. ASSOCIATED PRESS The Bowl
LAW CHANGE No Child Left Behind
Some facts about the No Child Left Behind Act regulations finalized last week: Requires states and
HANDCRAFTED NUTCRACKER
Associated Press FAMILY BUSINESS: Karla Steinbach, right, vice president of Steinbach Nutcrackers,
CHRISTMAS Sewing books make great gifts
Your favorite home sewer will appreciate receiving a useful book. By SUSAN KHALJE SCRIPPS HOWARD
SUNDAY IN LIFE & amp;WORK
SUNDAY IN LIFE & amp;WORK X Need proof that things change? Just check out those old get-rich-
with Kathi McNabb Welsh
with Kathi McNabb Welsh Age: 43. Hometown: Austintown; now lives in Boardman. Occupation:
Ford reverses plans for hybrid at Ohio plant
CLEVELAND (AP) -- With sales decreasing, Ford has decided not to build a hybrid version of the
YOUNGSTOWN District weighs effects of transfer regulations
Districts must offer each pupil the option to transfer to a successful school. By JoANNE VIVIANO
NBA HISTORY Players remember 'the Punch' in L.A.
It was 25 years ago when Kermit Washington hit Rudy Tomjanovich at the Forum. LOS ANGELES TIMES
SALEM SCHOOLS Board to study leadership at workshop
District officials are weighing options regarding where to put a bus garage. By NORMAN LEIGH
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES SATURDAY EAST Navy 58, Army 12 SOUTH Marshall 49, Toledo 45
Why can't Ohio's leaders meet their responsibility to educate its children?
Opinion: Why can't Ohio's leaders meet their responsibility to educate its children? EDITOR: "Render
ROUNDUP Sunday's other games
AFC Raiders 27, Chargers 7 At San Diego, Rich Gannon threw for 328 yards, setting an NFL record
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Div.WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Philadelphia156.714--8-2L-210-05-612-4
CORPORATE ACCOUNTING Experts: More scandals are coming
Some companies are hiding accounting problems, hoping the SEC is too busy to notice, experts say.
Titans' Dyson out for rest of season
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee Titans receiver Kevin Dyson will miss the rest of the season
Police arrest Warren man in North Side drug probe
YOUNGSTOWN -- Elmer Austin, 36, of 1748 Transylvania Ave., Warren, has been charged with two counts
Morgan's treasure
Quincy Morgan's one-handed TD catch with no time remaining gave the Browns an improbable win.
NATION
NATION Not approved just yet SAN FRANCISCO -- The bitter contract dispute that closed West Coast
Steelers' mistakescostly in 24-6 loss
Pittsburgh outgained Houston 422-47 and still lost to the expansion team. By TOM WILLIAMS
GATOR BOWL Notre Dame's bid angers W. Virginia
The Irish will play North Carolina State. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Left out of the lucrative Bowl
COLLEGE ROUNDUP Women's top 25 basketball
No. 1 Duke 82, Saint Joseph's 48 DURHAM, N.C. -- Alana Beard scored 19 of her season-high 29
JACKSON GETS DEATH SENTENCE
The woman who helped plan the murder is scheduled to go on trial in April. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
NFC 49ers clinch division with win
Terrel Owens caught the game-winning touchdown pass with 12 seconds left. IRVING, Texas (AP) --
COLLEGE BASKETBALL SCORES
COLLEGE BASKETBALL SCORES SUNDAY EAST Bates 100, Mount Ida 57 Bowdoin 99, Maine-Presque Isle
HELOISE Loose fill council works for peanuts
Dear Heloise: I've been receiving packages for the holiday season filled with those white foam
TECHNOLOGY Lower prices and DVDs rocket sales of HDTVs
Prices for HDTVs have dropped significantly since they were introduced four years ago. JACKSON,
THE NEW KARDIAC KIDS Browns' fantastic finishes
Cleveland's 21-20 victory over Jacksonville on Sunday was the 16th Browns game in the last two
Avian botulism outbreak kills more than 14,000 birds
ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Researchers say they've counted more than 14,000 birds killed by avian botulism
INTERNET Poll rebuts myth of e-mail burden
Most Americans who use e-mail at work receive 10 or fewer messages a day. NEW YORK (AP) -- If
YOUNGSTOWN Man offers reward for information on brother's death
The Youngstown man has posted fliers along Lee Avenue and Steel Street. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
FIESTA BOWL Buckeyes ignore critics, focus on the Hurricanes
Quarterback Craig Krenzel and wideout Chris Gamble shared team MVP awards. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio
White cars improve visibility
The cars will appear gradually as patrol posts exchange gray cars for 2003 models. By NANCY TULLIS
ONE-ON-ONE| Kathi MCNabb Welsh Bar association president wants to build morale
With two lawyers in the family, what's dinner conversation like at your house? [Laughs] First of
WORTH A LOOK
BAZAARS/CRAFT SHOWS XSt. Elizabeth Health Center Auxiliary will sponsor a Christmas craft show
PITTSBURGH With HUD's help, city will replace high-rises
There's a national movement to repair or replace the crumbling public housing. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
AGENDA
AGENDA TUESDAY Eagle Heights Academy Board of Education, 5 p.m., academy auditorium, 1833 Market
HEALTH CARE Employers expect steep rise in cost
Health-care costs at small companies could increase by 60 percent, insurance brokers say. LOS