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HORIZON LEAGUE Triplett leads Toledo to 80-72 win over Detroit

Illinois-Chicago topped Southern Illinois, 73-71. ASSOCIATED PRESS TOLEDO -- Keith Triplett


BIG TEN BASKETBALL Darby's 30 lead Ohio State's win

Brent Darby's good shooting, especially from long range, keyed a 74-60 victory over Morehead State.


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Titans get 15 players on All-PAC team

Before closing the books on Coach Jerry Schmitt's 2002 Westminster College football team, there are


AT A GLANCE

BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S RESULTS AREA SCORES Austintown Fitch 59, Wooster 44 Canfield 65,


NFL INJURY REPORT

NEW YORK (AP) -- The National Football League injury report for this week's games as provided by the


CANFIELD 12-0 run sparks Cards to victory

Chad Baker's 17 points helped Canfield defeated Boardman, 65-61. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR


FEDERATED CLUBS

WEDNESDAY XYoungstown Area Federation of Women's Clubs will have a noon luncheon at Tippecanoe


YOUNGSTOWN Ads about forum on city's future are blunt, in-your-face

The approach to the Youngstown 2010 forum is to get people off their butts. By ROGER G. SMITH


WEATHERSFIELD Case remains open in man's death

By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF MINERAL RIDGE -- Though one man is in custody and


PURSES Great handbag carries a lot of weight

The price tag doesn't matter as much as the message a good purse sends. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW


BACARDI Spirit is moving company to make stirring change

Bacardi is moving way beyond just rum and may be nearing going public. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


Photographs capture the splendor of Ohio

The book includes shots of several Mahoning Valley landmarks. By THERESA M. HEGEL VINDICATOR


Store robbery

Store robbery VERNON -- A convenience store was robbed of an undetermined amount of cash at


Comeback player savors the moment

The Ursuline tight end recovered from a minor stroke in 2000 to lead his team deep into the playoffs


Candlelight concert

Candlelight concert MERCER, Pa. -- The Annual Christmas Candlelight Concert of the Mercer County


JACK WOLLITZ Weather prompts angler introspection

The weather patterns that settled over our area this fall quickly took the fun out of fishing,


NFL STATISTICS

TOTAL YARDAGE AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE OFFENSE YardsRushPass Oakland534312904053 Kansas


LILIYA PHILLIPS DANIEL HOFFMAN

LILIYA PHILLIPS DANIEL HOFFMAN XYOUNGSTOWN -- Liliya Urevna Phillips and Daniel Steven Hoffman,


Bracelets are charming way to raise funds for charities

Charms and charm bracelets are in the front ranks of the jewelry arena these days. People magazine


What travel pros want from Santa

What travel pros want from Santa "Dear Santa: "I travel a lot. Please bring me a prepaid


FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Raymond LeFlore The FBI and the Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force


TRUMBULL COUNTY In-house cleaning saves departments money

The county engineer and sanitary engineer departments clean their own buildings and buy their own


PLANT OF THE WEEK Winterberry holly

Botanical name: Ilex verticillata Attributes: A large, deciduous shrub whose branches sport


By REBECCA SLOAN

By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT othing is more relaxing than the sound of trickling


CEREMONY Masonic Lodge 615 installs officers during open meeting

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Masonic Lodge 615 held an open installation ceremony Dec. 5 at the Masonic


SIDELIGHTS For all seniors

Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts, 124 E. Leasure Ave., New Castle, Pa., has scheduled the following


SYD KRONISH | Stamps 'Greetings' panes feature scenes from every state

As people travel throughout the United States on vacation or business, they like to send picture


GOLF Mickelson revives hopes for U.S.

The American team tied a World Cup record with a 15-under par, but still trails Japan. PUERTO


PLAN Financial recovery

The financial recovery plan developed by Pennsylvania and local officials to help Greenville out of


Administrators must set the example at YSU

Opinion: Administrators must set the example at YSU EDITOR: I would like to respond to Bertram de


NEW WILMINGTON Writer bases novels on Pilgrim ancestors

The author is descended from one of the passengers on the Mayflower. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK


Appeals court's future no longer up in the air

Opinion: The Mahoning County commissioners now have it in writing: Keeping the 7th District Court of Appeals


Heart Walk chairman

Heart Walk chairman YOUNGSTOWN -- Thomas R. Hollern, area president for National City Bank,


NBA Veterans hot commodity for trade

Anybody in the final year of a contract is valuable for NBA teams. ASSOCIATED PRESS Alonzo


MONDAY IN LIFE & amp;WORK

MONDAY IN LIFE & amp;WORK X Holiday gatherings don't have to be a chore for the job seeker.


JENNIFER ROMEO JEFFREY KISH

JENNIFER ROMEO JEFFREY KISH XSTRUTHERS -- Jennifer Lynn Romeo, daughter of David and Sybil Romeo,


HOME IMPROVEMENT Education needs an overhaul

Contractors take the blame, but it's not all their fault. By DAVID BRADLEY ASSOCIATED PRESS


COCA-COLA Simon malls enter into a sweet deal

The mall operator switched from Pepsi to Coke. ATLANTA (AP) -- The battle between Coca-Cola and


HARDCOVER FICTION

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Prey" by Michael Crichton ( HarperCollins, $26.95) 2. "Four Blind Mice" by


MIKE BRAUN Arrest threat wrongly made

When James Volpe of Tippecanoe Road bagged a deer with a bow in Athens County during the weeklong


LOCAL

LOCAL Football officials earn assignments YOUNGSTOWN -- Area football officials had postseason


NBA Nuggets rookie coach has job in jeopardy

He wasn't even the team's first choice for the job and he has probably the worst talent in the


W.Kentucky gets to first title game

The Hilltoppers of the Gateway Conference will meet McNeese State for the I-AA national


Bates-VanFossan troth announced, wedding planned

XMONMOUTH, Ill. -- Mr. and Mrs. David Bates of Monmouth are announcing the engagement of their


PHILADELPHIA Dolphin mishap lawsuit

A judge ruled that a TV host cannot sue the travel agency that arranged her visit. PHILADELPHIA


NHL Food poisoning decked Red Wings

Cheesesteaks and cole slaw knocked Tomas Holmstrom and Igor Larionov out of the lineup. ASSOCIATED


NFL Steelers in 'paper' challenge

Pittsburgh will face one of the NFC's top teams on Monday in Tampa. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Call it the


NATION Scarce jobs, poor economy force some to change careers

This time, the recession has hit the white-collar work force. CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Sonya


Niles AARP elects slate, plans party

NILES -- Niles Chapter 3530 of American Association of Retired Persons elected a new slate of


TIPS Wildlife photos

Take headshots and pictures that show the animals in their environment. To do that, try a 70mm-200mm


The Yule's cool tools

Topping the list of 'toys' for grown-up boys is the laser level, though retailers are also selling a


Jessica Lohr to be bride of Douglas Wolfe

XMASSILLON -- Dr. and Mrs. Stephen A. Lohr of Massillon are announcing the engagement of their


Parents' kidneys save sons

The Sharon parents each donated a kidney to help their ailing sons. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


AFC Couch to play biggest game

The Browns quarterback must lead his team to victory to keep its playoff hopes alive. CLEVELAND


President and new Congress must focus on the economy

Opinion: It could be argued that the economy is recovering from last year's recession, but it's an argument


GIRLS BASKETBALL Teams linked through coaches

Liberty and Struthers have a lot of history behind the coaches involved. By BRIAN RICHESSON


CANFIELD -- While working as a financial planner, Christopher Mediate discovered that many of his

CANFIELD -- While working as a financial planner, Christopher Mediate discovered that many of his


JOHN ROSEMOND | Parenting Freedom of speech doesn't apply to kids

I recently had a funny exchange with a person in the sales division of the company that manufactured


Scaling the bathroom down for little ones

Scaling the bathroom down for little ones Tall toilets can be a daunting obstacle for little kids.


Gadgets for gardener on your gift list

Long-handled tools that make the job a bit easier are popular gifts. When you've finished with the


Memorial designer gets offer for river artworks

Memorial designer gets offer for river artworks VANCOUVER, Wash. -- Artist Maya Lin, who designed


CONTEMPT FOR A FREE PRESS

Opinion: CONTEMPT FOR A FREE PRESS Chicago Tribune: Vanessa Leggett has been behind bars since July 20 in


LAWRENCE COUNTY Central court officials hope to move cases faster

The Vindicator/William D. Lewis CAN'T GET OUT: Unable to make bail, inmate Derek Gibson awaits his


ANGELA ROZZO ADAM GRYMBERG

ANGELA ROZZO ADAM GRYMBERG XBOARDMAN -- The marriage of Angela Marie Rozzo and Adam Grymberg was


WHAT TO DO Handling holiday stress

Know your spending limit. Not only is it stressful to feel that you have to buy everyone an


PENNSYLVANIA SPORTS Blackhawk's Miller gains 600th victory

Both the coach and the school played down the milestone win. ASSOCIATED PRESS No big ceremony --


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Running backs attract spotlight in Pennsylvania this campaign

Austin Scott, Darrell Blackman and Pat Kaiser combined to rush for 8,354 yards and 110 touchdowns.


Mount Union's Pugh wins Gagliardi Trophy

Mount Union's Pugh wins Gagliardi Trophy COLLEGEVILLE, Minn. (AP) -- Mount Union senior running


AUSTINTOWN Business park petitions are in

If the petitions are certified, the zone change won't take effect unless voters approve it. By IAN


NEW YORK Holiday wonders in stores' windows

Macy's features a Muppets display, while Lord & amp; Taylor puts a new spin on 'The


HOME IMPROVEMENT Interior painting: covering the basics

When painting walls, don't overlap strips. By ROSEMARY SADEZ FRIEDMANN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS


HOLIDAY SHOPPING Balancing act

By JANET ADAMY KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WALNUT CREEK, Calif. -- Last Christmas, Susan O'Neill


Today is Sunday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2002. There are 16 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Sunday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2002. There are 16 days left in the year. On this date in


WINNING NUMBERS | December 7-13

Pick 4, 1-6-7-9 Buckeye 5, 13-17-26-30-36 Mega Millions, 3-5-9-16-31 Mega Ball, 28 Day drawings:


KEYSTONE CLIPS Precipitation total balances shortfalls

The year 2002 continues to be wetter than normal, making up for a couple of years when less-than-


Seafood store fire

Seafood store fire YOUNGSTOWN -- The cause is likely electrical, and damage loss is about $10,000


HORTICULTURE Plants grow on you, even if names don't

Plants' Latin names can be a real gender bender. By LINDSAY BOND TOTTEN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS


TRANSPLANT FAMILY: Patty and Boe Babcanec pose with theirs sons, from left, Joshua, 5, to whom Boe

TRANSPLANT FAMILY: Patty and Boe Babcanec pose with theirs sons, from left, Joshua, 5, to whom Boe


JAMES DULLEY | Cutting your utility bills Flush with success while using less water

Q. Our old toilet looks bad. I would like a new stylish one that saves water, but I read the new


FIT FOR READING More fashion books

Other fashion books on the shelves include: "Handbags: A Peek Inside a Woman's Most Trusted


MAHONING COUNTY Many remain in jail to await court action

The warden says the cost is about the same to house 450 or 550 inmates. By PATRICIA MEADE


NHL ROUNDUP Saturday's games

Red Wings 6, Blue Jackets 4 DETROIT -- Detroit's Sergei Fedorov had two goals and an assist one


CALIFORNIA JMP Creative's work is all fun and games

Play fuels the creativity that can spawn ad campaigns and new products, Jim McCafferty says.


Add a touch of glitz to holiday attire

NEW YORK (AP)-- Adding that special touch to an outfit can be the difference between making a grand


MINIPAGE BILLBOARD

MINIPAGE BILLBOARD If I Were PresidentIf I were president of this great land, Everything would


Mount Union rolls

Dan Pugh led the Purple Raiders into their third straight Division III title game. By MARK W.


AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Mill Creek MetroParks board of commissioners, 4 p.m., experimental farm, Canfield.


FINANCE Bank One drops $3 teller fees at its Chicago-area branches

An official admits it hasn't done a good job in Chicago. CHICAGO (AP) -- Bank One Corp. said its


BASEBALL MEETINGS Griffey Jr. doesn't want to be traded

The Cincinnati veteran wants to finish his career with the Reds. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- While


Stalking wildlife pictures? Montana farms are game

It's a photo opportunity that you can sink your teeth into. By RICK SAMMON ASSOCIATED PRESS


Bucks for the Buckeye

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State coach Jim Tressel is assured of making more than $800,000 this year,


hA remodeling project inspired porch chronicle

hA remodeling project inspired porch chronicle Michael Dolan's idea for a book on porches started


Flanagan-Hersh engagement is announced

XGIRARD -- Ronald and Carol Flanagan, 1706 Lucretia Drive, are announcing the engagement of their


BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES TUESDAY American Red Cross Austintown Donor Center, 57 Westchester Drive, noon to 7


Beckinger-Varso wedding planned for early spring

XAUSTINTOWN -- Announcing their engagement and plans for a spring wedding are Melissa Beckinger and


Nine debutantes presented at Junior Civic League event

Three participants also received honors. BOARDMAN -- "A Mystical Affair" provided the theme for


GIFTS Fashion books fit all shapes and sizes

Behind-the-scene secrets and intimate opinions are contained in the interesting new books.


MASONIC GROUPS

MONDAY XRuth Shrine No. 64, Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, will have a stated meeting at


CAREERS Author: Don't focus on one job

The author sees specialism as the enemy of creativity and contentment. DALLAS MORNING NEWS


HOLIDAY SEASON Dreaming of the right Christmas? Ease the stress

Christmas doesn't have to be expensive to be merry, a CSB supervisor says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

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WITH THE VETS | Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of Dec. 15: MONDAY United Veterans Council, at VFW 3538, 157


Anniversary to be observed by the Pelos

XLORDSTOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Pelo, 4474 Tod Ave. S.W., will be


YOUNGSTOWN Income tax increase pushes companies out of downtown

A city official said he can't believe the tax would be a tilting factor in a company's decision to


TOP-25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL Florida snaps Maryland's streak

The Gators broke the Terps' 87-game non-conference home winning streak. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLLEGE


CAREER PATHS

FINANCE HERMITAGE, Pa. -- First National Bank of Pennsylvania has promoted Peter J. Asimakopoulos


SHARING THE LOAD

SHARING THE LOAD How it's distributed Part of the purpose of Lawrence County's new central court


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Gary and Noriko Lytle, 214 S. Maryland Ave., Youngstown, boy, Dec. 13. Matthew and


Installation ceremony held by Boardman South AARP

BOARDMAN -- The installation of officers who will head Boardman South Chapter 4545 of American


Bookshelf speaks volumes

There are two kind of chaos. There's the creative kind found in an artist's studio. Then there's the


X Vision Audio basks in virtual success

The business moved out on its own after 18 months of growing up in the Youngstown Business


GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY XPoland will hold installation of officers at a guest-day Christmas luncheon to be held at


SCOTT SHALAWAY Promise of better days tempers dreary December

December begins as my least favorite month. Gray skies, cold rain, muddy roads and increasingly


MAHONING VALLEY Go or stay? Youths offer mixed views

The flight of young people from the Valley has been discussed during Youngstown 2010 workshops.


PREVIEW Steelers vs. Panthers

Records: Carolina 5-8, Pittsburgh 7-5-1. Time: 1 p.m. today. TV/radio: WYFX (17/62), WPGH (53),


File away these helpful fingernail tips

Learn how to file and buff away nail imperfections. NEW YORK (AP) -- For many people, this is the


GREENVILLE, PA. Plan recommends ways to help improve borough

The plan recommends cutting the number of employees through attrition. By LAURI GALENTINE


Attitude spurs new address

As the result of a chance meeting, two childhood friends teamed up to build a business. By DON


CINCINNATI Ice-cold Bearcats survive for close win

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Jason Maxiell scored 18 points and Teron Barker added 17 Saturday night as poor-


Men's Garden Club officers are installed

CANFIELD -- The Men's Garden Club of Youngstown celebrated the season and installed a slate of


THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting Serendipity plays part in discovery

Serendipity, the gift of making fortunate discoveries by accident, is a big part of learning about


SOUTH AFRICA

Opinion: SOUTH AFRICA The Star, Johannesburg, Oct. 9: The attacks on targets in Afghanistan since Sunday


NATION

NATION Office party pitfalls NEW YORK -- There are legal pitfalls aplenty that employers should


Associated Press

Associated Press LIKE A POSTCARD: The Wright Brothers' first plane represents Ohio in the


Using talent and toughness to achieve goals

LOUIS IRIZARRY School/grade: Ursuline, senior Statistics/accomplishments: First team all-Ohio,


VETERANS

VETERANS Because of restrictions on mail services, members of the military are not able to


PREVIEW | Browns vs. Colts

Records: Indianapolis 8-5, Cleveland 7-6. Time: 1 p.m. today. TV/radio: WKBN (27), WOIO (19),


SPACE HEATERS Safety tips

Space heaters are a risky way to warm your home. Supplemental heating equipment is the leading cause


HIGH FIVE The week's biggest hits

TELEVISION 1. "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," CBS. 2. "Friends," NBC. 3. "ER," NBC. 4.


SEWING Pattern-making techniques will yield professional results

Plain garments can be transformed into eye-catching attire. By SUSAN KHALJE SCRIPPS HOWARD I


MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Alabama survives Bowling Green scare

Ball State and Western Michigan won while Buffalo lost. ASSOCIATED PRESS MOBILE, Ala. -- Kenny


MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Shopping requires playing by certain guidelines

Dear Readers: Last year, while we worked on rules of proper conduct for customers, my readers


New issues feature classic automobiles

German Post came up with a novel theme for this year's semipostals that raise funds for charities.


Today Traficant, tomorrow the 'mob'

Opinion: The vengeance with which federal prosecutors are going after the $150,000 fine that former


NBA ROUNDUP Saturday's games

Cavaliers 111, Nuggets 104 CLEVELAND -- Carlos Boozer's three-point play with 10.6 seconds


TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Kenneth R. Butler Jr., 25, of 780 Carson Salt Springs Road,


COURTHOUSE CACHE Hole in wall offers peek at history

Workers believe the documents fell behind the wall through a hole in the floor of the Mahoning


YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Harding's boys, Canfield girls win swim meets

YOUNGSTOWN -- Warren Harding High's boys team and the Canfield girls team won quadrangular swim


LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

YOUNGSTOWN -- Giant Eagle Inc., based in Pittsburgh and with several stores in the Mahoning and


At any given time, nearly 70 percent of jail inmates are not serving a sentence; they are "awaiting

At any given time, nearly 70 percent of jail inmates are not serving a sentence; they are "awaiting


PREPS

PREPS Harding writer thanks Youngstown Fanfare: My heart was warmed by the show of support


'Neverland' on stage

'Neverland' on stage YOUNGSTOWN -- "Neverland," a drama by local playwright Gloria Dunnam


Boosting creativity

Boosting creativity One company uses a chimpanzee, the Los Angeles Laker cheerleaders, an 8-foot


Karl is against high school stars in NBA

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- Bucks coach George Karl is one of the few around the NBA who has


STEELERS Pittsburgh hoping to shake off defeat

The Steelers did everything but beat Houston last week, now face the Panthers. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


OHIO

OHIO hDeer gun season harvest near record Hunters took 133,163 deer during the Dec. 2-8 deer gun


VOCATIONS Baby boomers are hanging on to jobs they love

As baby boomers age, they want to keep working but on their own terms. WASHINGTON POST HOWLAND


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Having 'Truman' as a guest no longer flies in their house

Dear Annie: My sister, "Lois," and her husband, "George," visit us every few months and stay


WHAT'S DOING?

SPECIAL EVENTS, SEASONS, ETC. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Watercraft, is


YOUNGSTOWN Traffic Club disbands after 65 years in the Valley

YOUNGSTOWN -- The changing nature of business has led to the demise of 65-year-old professional


McNeels observe 50th anniversary at family dinner

XMASURY -- Mr. and Mrs. Stanley McNeel of 558 S. Stateline Road were honored Nov. 29 at a family


NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in


ON THE HOUSE To prolong life of water heater, flush it yearly

Pinhole leaks in the tank lining can be prevented by installing a cathodic anode. By JAMES AND


SHARON Spa visit can relieve holiday stress, ravages of winter, aging

Both sites are connected to steel tycoon Frank H. Buhl. By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR


SALEM Membership rolls soaring at new community center

Establishment of a homework clinic is being eyed to broaden the facility's programming. By NORMAN


FOREIGN NATIONALS Attorney criticizes registration policy

As an immigrant, Atty. Grace Y. Chan says she understands their problems. By TIM YOVICH


BARBARA KOLLAR THOMAS SCHLOSSER

BARBARA KOLLAR THOMAS SCHLOSSER XCAMPBELL -- The marriage of Barbara Ann Kollar, 1959 Smithfield


POSTSEASON USC's Palmer snares Heisman

Runner-up was Iowa quarterback Brad Banks. NEW YORK (AP) -- Carson Palmer capped his rise from


Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator RECOGNIZED: Amber E. Williams, center, was named "Miss Cinderella" at


Random House and RosettaBooks settle

Random House and RosettaBooks settle NEW YORK (AP) -- Random House Inc. has settled a lawsuit


Aim of central court is to speed up cases

The district magistrates will take turns hearing cases in the new court. By LAURE CIOFFI


SENIOR CITIZENS

AARP 4545 XBoardman South Chapter 4545, AARP, will meet at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 2 at the Holiday Inn in


HONORS

HONORS Voytilla to head lab sciences group Dr. Randall J. Voytilla, formerly of Struthers, has


NFL PREVIEW Today's games

SEATTLE (4-9) at ATLANTA (8-4-1) Time: 1 p.m. Series history: Seahawks lead 5-2. Seahawks beat


No trade plea

No trade plea While baseball executives shuttled from room to room trying to work out deals, Ken


Caught in the middle

After the success of the first film, the pressure this time is different, the director says. By


Johnson becomes first black majority owner

The billionaire founder of BET outbid Larry Bird for the Charlotte franchise. By TIM WHITMIRE


Traficant feeling the wrath of the feds

Opinion: The vengeance with which federal prosecutors are going after the $150,000 fine that former


Beasley, the BCS and other top trends

Sportswriters are powerful people. People depend on us to provide a social conscience, hard-


Six children pulled from icy river; 4 dead

Six children pulled from icy river; 4 dead LAWRENCE, Mass. -- Six boys plunged through the soft,