News for December 14, 2002

NATION

NATION Manufacturer cuts jobs JASPER, Ind. -- Furniture and electronics maker Kimball

Struthers Elementary fourth-grade pupils invited family members to help make good-enough-to-eat

SHARON Final budget vote isn't likely yet

Council members were asked to come up with some suggestions to revise the spending plan. SHARON,

Gateway rivals rear ugly side

Gateway rivals rear ugly side The NCAA banned one player and suspended 13 who brawled after a

CHILDREN'S LITERATURE Books teach the meaning of Christmas

Children's books can teach -- and celebrate -- the Christmas story. By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL

NBA ROUNDUP Friday's other games

Suns 99, 76ers 91 PHILADELPHIA -- Stephon Marbury had 28 points and 10 assists and Shawn Marion

TOP 25 ROUNDUP Women's college basketball

No. 12 Minnesota 88, Mo.-K.C. 53 MINNEAPOLIS -- Lindsay Whalen scored 21 points to lead No. 12

Peace dividend: Pact with U.S. boosts trade

The former enemies forged a trade deal despite political differences. HANOI, Vietnam (AP) --

March 14, 1977: Doctors and dentist in a four-county Northeastern Ohio district are actively engaged

Opinion: March 14, 1977: Doctors and dentist in a four-county Northeastern Ohio district are actively engaged

Lack of participation

Lack of participation A new project to measure the academic engagement of community college

ETIQUETTE EXTRA Guide to be a good host

A few simple rules should be followed if your aim is to be a good host or hostess: Invitations

CATHOLIC CHURCH Hierarchy called into question

Catholic critics say 'clericalism' helped shelter sex abuse. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Mounting

STRUTHERS Student drops suit against school in pot suspension

The suspension was removed from his record and his legal expenses were paid by the district. By

FINANCE REPORTS | Post-general election

Friday was the deadline for area candidates running in the general election to file their financial

BELIEFS

BELIEFS Christmas poll Here are excerpts from a national poll of 1,001 adult residents of the

LOCAL

LOCAL Area speed skaters up for a challenge BOARDMAN -- The Australian speed skating champion

Appointment announced

Appointment announced YOUNGSTOWN -- At the start of the new year, Dr. Richard Konzen of Mercer,

Braxton, Poindexter lead Irish to first win

Brandon Braxton and Isaiah Poindexter sparkled to offset Jamal Higgs' 34 points, as Ursuline topped

TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE E. Palestine scraps way past Leetonia

The Bulldogs had to rally in the final period for a 61-47 victory. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR

FILE--Canadian top model Linda Evangelista is shown in this Oct. 16, 1995, file photo in Paris.

Attack outside club leaves Moby perplexed

Attack outside club leaves Moby perplexed BOSTON -- Techno artist Moby was attacked by two men

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF Chand, Singh put Fiji in lead

The United States team of Phil Mickelson and David Toms is seven strokes back. PUERTO VALLARTA,

CHRISTMAS

CHRISTMAS Church services The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open to

SURVEY Christmas festivities cross belief boundaries

Many who don't believe in a deity enjoy religious holidays' traditions, an atheist-group leader

PENNSYLVANIA Kennedy Catholic routs Wilmington

By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- During his long coaching tenure

Council changes the name of street to honor athletes

LOWELLVILLE -- Village council has changed the name of Dickson Street to Rocket Place. The change

New state senator brings lots of experience to job

Opinion: With Republicans enjoying a solid majority in the Ohio General Assembly, in addition to occupying

Christian Science Monitor

Christian Science Monitor RESIGNATION: Lay Catholics gather in front of Cardinal Bernard Law's

NCAA DIVISION II Grand Valley State faces Valdosta State for crown

The Lakers lead the nation in scoring and total yards. FLORENCE, Ala. (AP) -- Grand Valley State

Valicenti contributed to Youngstown sports

Valicenti contributed to Youngstown sports Joseph Robert Valicenti, 90, formerly of Youngstown,

DIV. I-AA PLAYOFFS Hilltoppers suspended

It's punishment for their brawl with Western Illinois last weekend. BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (AP) -- The

Carr paces LaBrae to first win

Chad Carr's 20 points, including 15 in a row, led a 44-37 win over Champion. By DOUG CHAPIN

MiniPage Teacher's Guide

MiniPage Teacher's Guide MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards.

SALEM Burchfield Museum receives national historical recognition

The museum's director says he welcomes the national agency's assistance. By NORMAN LEIGH

HUBBARD Mold removal nets one bidder

Hubbard's acting police chief says the cleanup is a waste of money. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

Plates charge dismissed

Plates charge dismissed YOUNGSTOWN -- A charge of use of unauthorized plates against Haspen

COLLEGE SWIMMING YSU's Bak gets Olympic position

The fourth-year Penguin coach will work the 2004 Olympic Games in Greece. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

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AUSTINTOWN Snyder's opens hiring to all after complaints

By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER AUSTINTOWN -- They just wanted their jobs back,

YOUNGSTOWN Fitch gains third win over Wilson

Mark Aikens and Greg Mayes led the unbeaten Falcons . By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

NEW CASTLE HIGH SCHOOL AmeriCorps program lets seniors serve others, earn college money

The students are earning college credits and money. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU

PHIL DAWSON Ready to redeem himself

The Browns kicker said he's not worried about his recent struggles. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWPAPERS

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY'S SCORES BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Chaney 70, Niles 42 Ursuline 64, Rayen 59 Fitch 69,

On the line at GM

On the line at GM The Lordstown Assembly Plant will be one of the first places General Motors

22nd anniversary

22nd anniversary YOUNGSTOWN -- Holy Bible Church of God will celebrate its 22nd church anniversary

ACCESSORIES Styles in watches change with times

Collection of watches puts high fashion on the wrist. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Fashion walks

REV. LAUREN R. STANLEY Christmas carol has advice for today

Growing up, one of my favorite Christmas carols was "Do You Hear What I Hear?" -- the song about the

Remembering the space race with two words: Time flies

Opinion: Time can play tricks on a person. Anyone old enough to remember being excited about the United

A BEAUTY: Salma Hayek, right, and Ashley Judd star in "Frida," Julie Taymor's visually stunning film

Associated Press

Associated Press SHADOW OF VIOLENCE: A Syrian Orthodox monk holds candles in front of the Grotto

BASKETBALL Former player sues newspaper

PIKEVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- A former high school basketball player who was severely beaten during a fight

'THE LARAMIE PROJECT' What people said about the murder of Matthew Shepard.

"We've become Waco, we've become Jasper. We're a noun, a definition, a sign." -- "The Laramie

November 14, 1976: A year after Copperweld Corp. bitterly fought -- and lost - a takeover by a

Opinion: November 14, 1976: A year after Copperweld Corp. bitterly fought -- and lost - a takeover by a

LORDSTOWN ASSEMBLY Body-building bulk: C-Flex will give GM a pumped-up shop

A highlight of a new body shop system is the ability to handle a variety of vehicle models. By DON

LOS ANGELES What a doll -- it's Bush as an action hero

The small company quickly ran out of the talking President Bush doll. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A

COURTS

COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Douglas P. Van Kirk, 30, of 550 Wilkinson Ave.,

Fitch teacher honored

Fitch teacher honored AUSTINTOWN -- Dolores Kunic, an English teacher at Fitch High School, has

YSU MEN'S BASKETBALL Penguins rally past Shawnee

After a slow first half, Youngstown State rolled to an 84-69 victory. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

HEISMAN TROPHY Nation awaits game's great

Even this year's race has been unpredictable. NEW YORK (AP) -- Iowa quarterback Brad Banks used to

Cocktail party guests brush up on manners

Hints make it possible to finesse the cocktail party with grace and ease. KNIGHT RIDDER

DUI checkpoint set

DUI checkpoint set YOUNGSTOWN -- City police will have a DUI checkpoint from 10 tonight to 2 a.m.

Woman's feeding tube won't be removed

Woman's feeding tube won't be removed CLEARWATER, Fla. -- A woman who has been in a comalike state

COLUMBIANA Pupils to score funds for heart association

Hoops for Heart will also raise money for cancer research in memory of a pupil. By NANCY TULLIS

Chaney uses pressure to cook Red Dragons

The Cowboys hit 12 of their first 15 shots and forced the Dragons into 11 first-quarter turnovers.

BOARDMAN American Paper has 35 layoffs

BOARDMAN -- American Paper Group, which is in the process of selling its company in bankruptcy

YSU athletes gain top-10 mark for graduation rates

INDIANAPOLIS -- Youngstown State is one of 10 I-AA/I-AAA colleges and universities recognized as

WALL STREET No news is good news for market

Analysts expect a holiday rally but warn against too much optimism for 2003. NEW YORK (AP) --

ICE HOCKEY Canfield skates over Twinsburg in a 5-1 victory

Jeff Kane and Andy Davis each scored two goals for the Cardinals. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR

Mooney girls rip Fitch for fourth win

AUSTINTOWN -- Pam Wallco led three players in double figures as the Cardinal Mooney High girls

MAHONING COUNTY Lockup limited: It's time to leave

One judge said many people simply don't care about going to court or to jail. By BOB JACKSON

INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE Stonestreet leads Devils

He made his first nine shots as McDonald scored a 70-59 win over South Range. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a savior, which is Christ the Lord.

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a savior, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11

HERMITAGE Good Fellows seeks help playing Santa

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The Hermitage Good Fellows, an anonymous group of men and women who make it their

POLITICS 2 officials to quit Ohio Dem Party

The political and the communications directors are leaving the state Democratic Party. By DAVID

NHL ROUNDUP | Friday's games

Blackhawks 1, Sabres 1 BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Miroslav Satan scored with 13.7 seconds remaining in

17th DISTRICT Rep.-elect takes calls on radio

The congressman-elect said he plans to start raising money soon. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

NBA Walker leads Celtics past Cavs, 115-100

He had his 13th triple-double of his career and overshadowed Cleveland's Ricky Davis. BOSTON (AP)

Some taxi riders are getting fleeced

NEW YORK (AP) -- Hundreds of New York City taxis got a fleece-lift, compliments of Old Navy. The

Today is Saturday, Dec. 14, the 348th day of 2002. There are 17 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Dec. 14, the 348th day of 2002. There are 17 days left in the year. On this date

PREVIEW YSU women's basketball

Who: Youngstown State (2-4) vs. Kent State (2-4) When: 2 p.m., Sunday. Where: MAC Center, Kent.

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Chris and Sandra Gault, 407 N. Glenellen Ave., Youngstown, boy, Dec. 10.

MAHONING VALLEY Cafaro's donation tops list in '02 races

The most expensive Mahoning County races were for judicial seats. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

NEWARK, CALIF. Slaying brings home to teens the message of 'Laramie Project'

The play, about the 1998 murder of gay college student, took on new meaning for student actors when

BETHLEHEM, WEST BANK Strife, war preclude holiday spirit

BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) -- Rain drips through the wooden roof of the ancient Church of the

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