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CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS Why we do the things we do

Q. Why are fruitcakes a holiday tradition? A. Modern fruitcake was born with an influx of cheap


SALEM SCHOOLS Purchase prompts review of procedures

Among the records seized is an invoice detailing a $781 purchase made in March. By NORMAN LEIGH


TAC GIRLS Hunkus sparks Girard to 63-50 win over Liberty

The senior led four players in double figures as the Indians improved to 7-1. By GREG GULAS


Q: We're having a rather large wedding, and my fiance and I are paying for most of it. No one has

Q: We're having a rather large wedding, and my fiance and I are paying for most of it. No one has


ON THE BRINK Browns' playoff hopes

Pittsburgh clinched the AFC North with a win over Tampa Bay Monday night, but the Browns can still


NASCAR Blaney's race team adds six to crew

The Hartford native finished 19th in the final owners and drivers standings. MOORESVILLE, N.C. --


Hubbard Eagles roll easily past Lakeview Bulldogs, 73-37

HUBBARD -- Hubbard High used a 21-4 burst to start the game and an 18-4 run at the start of the


STEEL INDUSTRY ISG and union tentatively OK innovative pact

Hourly wages would be between $15 and $20.50. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A tentative labor agreement with


EAST PALESTINE Official puts focus on development

By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU EAST PALESTINE -- City Manager Gary Clark hopes people


PGA GOLF Masters invitations are in the mail; Daly, Lehman, Azinger not invited

Jack Nicklaus will wait and see how he feels before committing to the event. By DOUG FERGUSON


AREA

AREA Sporting News tabs Tressel, Clarett COLUMBUS -- The Sporting News will honor Ohio State


INDIANS Anderson returns to Tribe's rotation

The veteran hurler last pitched for Cleveland in the 1997 World Series. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Brian


Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:

Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township: CANFIELD Dec. 16


NHL AT A GLANCE

NHL AT A GLANCE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA New Jersey18923418069


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.052.15 Bank One,.84,36.9536.96 Clear Channel,


BASEBALL Cliff Floyd will try to help Mets turn around their offense next season

The slugging outfielder is the Mets' third big free-agent acquisition after the team finished in


'Burgh the bigger bully

Behind a determined defense, the Steelers beat the Buccaneers to win the AFC North championship.


Today is Tuesday, Dec. 24 -- Christmas Eve, the 358th day of 2002. There are seven days left in the

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Dec. 24 -- Christmas Eve, the 358th day of 2002. There are seven days left in the


YOUNGSTOWN Editor speaks to Youth Force Club

More than two-thirds of the students who participate in the program graduate, a coordinator says.


WARREN RAID Official: Dice game 'is like therapy'

No arrests have been made as a result of the raid by police and the FBI. By STEPHEN SIFF


MONDAY DRAWINGS

MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 7-3-2 Pick 4, 8-1-1-1 Buckeye 5, 3-12-18-24-


TERRORISM Attack on food supply would be relatively easy, researchers say

The report says such an attack likely would result in major losses to agriculture and the national


Indiana coach Davis could be suspended

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) -- Indiana coach Mike Davis could be suspended for up to six games for


North Korea appears defiant

Opinion: It appears that North Korea, in an effort to appear independent, even defiant, may be overplaying


CANFIELD Township trustee rejects tentative pact 2nd time

A union official threatened to file a complaint. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

MONDAY'S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA Columbiana 64, Chaney 33 Howland 68, Ashtabula Edgewood


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Todd and Brenda Sarchet, 29780 King Road, Salem, boy, Dec. 23. Keith and Angela


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She's having a hard time trusting 'Charles'

Dear Annie: Twenty-five years ago, my husband, "Charles," confessed he was having an affair and


YOUNGSTOWN Lawyers object to bonus plan for Cold Metal

The company proposed executive bonuses that are too high, a union lawyer says. By DON SHILLING


YOUNGSTOWN County avoids fiscal watch

The situation will be reviewed again in the middle of next year, Jim Petro said. By BOB JACKSON


The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these local liquor permit transfers and

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these local liquor permit transfers and


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Ghazi's Flight 21.809.2010.40 Our Caribbeanqueen


AN UNINFORMED ELECTORATE

Opinion: AN UNINFORMED ELECTORATE St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Most Americans rank the intricacies of the


Salem man pleads innocent to rape

Salem man pleads innocent to rape YOUNGSTOWN -- Joshua Dale Baird, 27, of Salem-Unity Road, Salem,


TANGERINE BOWL Kingsbury leads Texas Tech's romp over Clemson

He became the third Division I-A player to top 5,000 yards passing in a season. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)


MEN'S BASKETBALL Radinovic pours in career-high 19 as Ohio State cruises past Radford

Wisconsin used a second half surge to pull away from Ohio University. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Mount's Pugh, Kern named All-America

Mount's Pugh, Kern named All-America Mount Union, Division III national champs for the third year


YES, VIRGINIA

Opinion: YES, VIRGINIA EDITOR'S NOTE: The following editorial, among the most famous ever written, appeared


Man faces homicide, DUI charges in crash

YOUNGSTOWN -- Shawn D. Mulhall of Canfield was held in Mahoning County jail overnight on charges of


Valley florists take a bow for those boughs of holly

Florists downplayed the cost of the service, saying prices are more moderate when homeowners provide


COLUMBUS A day on the farm bonded Buckeyes

Coach Jim Tressel used the trip to Ben Hartsock's family farm as a way to bring the players closer


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jerome F. Tuscano, 46, of 133 Atlantic Ave., Austintown, and


MICROSOFT CASE Court ruling requires new Java in Windows

A competitor says Microsoft has been shipping outdated versions of its software with Windows.


Top-ranked Alabama cruises past Morehead

It was the Crimson Tide's first game as the No. 1 team in the country. ASSOCIATED PRESS


MAHONING COUNTY Judges request space

Judges want to consolidate all their administrative offices on one floor. By BOB JACKSON


Bush grants 7 pardons, first of his presidency

Bush grants 7 pardons, first of his presidency WASHINGTON -- President Bush granted his first


HELOISE Play it safe if you'll be gone for the holidays

Dear Readers: Recently, Sgt. Billy Holbert, retired from the San Antonio Police Department, was a


COLLEGE FOOTBALL 'Bo' Pelini named Nebraska assistant

The Mooney graduate will leave the Green Bay Packers to become the Cornhuskers' defensive


CALIFORNIA For Jakks, No. 3 spot in toyland is fine

The small company is growing rapidly by acquiring companies and increasing profits by firing


GUEST WORK Getting invited back

Maybe this holiday season you'll be staying in someone else's house. Here are some tips for making


GIRLS BASKETBALL Howland stays unbeaten

The Tigers beat Ashtabula Edgewood for their seventh straight win, 68-43. ASHTABULA -- Darcy


NOTICES

NOTICES BASEBALL The Baseball School -- will offer five-week camps in March for players age 8-11


NHL Lemieux rallies Penguins to 5-2 win over Sabres

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mario Lemieux has shown off his great skill in many places during his Hall of


NBA ROUNDUP Monday's Games

Pacers 112, Hawks 97 INDIANAPOLIS -- Al Harrington scored a career-high 40 points and Brad Miller


SHARON Property taxes to increase

Council gave 3-percent pay increases to nonunion city employees. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


It's time to find a solution to Mahoning's justice crisis

Opinion: If justice delayed is justice denied, then a whole lot of accused in Mahoning County are being


COLD METAL PRODUCTS Lawyers object to planned bonus

The company suggested executive bonuses that are too high, a union lawyer says. By DON SHILLING


Associated Press

Associated Press MINUTE DETAIL: Prototype painter Eric Schrelongost paints the head of wrestling


Patrolman fired upon

Patrolman fired upon YOUNGSTOWN -- Shots were fired at Patrolman Jason E. Simon early today when


Jail time for man

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A New Castle man and his cousin's former girlfriend will spend at least 10 years


ROUNDUP | Monday's games

Bruins 5, Sharks 2 BOSTON -- John Grahame made 25 saves, and the Boston Bruins snapped a six-game


NBA Cavaliers snap losing streak with late win against Miami

Ricky Davis scored 33 points as Cleveland rallied for a 74-72 victory. CLEVELAND (AP) -- After a


NATION

NATION McDonald's plans new hamburger recipe NEW YORK -- McDonald's Corp. is tinkering with its


COLD METAL PRODUCTS Lawyers object to plan for bonus

THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO The company proposed executive bonuses that are too high, a union


SHOPPING Discount toy stores offer lots for savvy

Low prices and last-minute shopping draw customers. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


Funds for defibrillator

Funds for defibrillator LIBERTY -- Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 65 has donated $2,700 to the


Event makes lives bright

The feast provided nutrition, gifts and entertainment for area youngsters. By VERONICA GORLEY


WARREN Council approves contract for union

The union approved the contract by a more than 4-1 margin. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials go over new landfill plans

The landfill has not been put into operation. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS and STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


Trustees plan reorganization meeting

Trustees plan reorganization meeting Jackson Township trustees will have their reorganization


GIRARD Judge increases costs while lowering fines

The court will take in $80,000 to $85,000 more annually with the new cost structure. By TIM YOVICH


POLAND, BOARDMAN Authorities seek residents' help in catching burglar

More than 20 homes have been invaded. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND --


PREP FOOTBALL Little movement on SVC expansion

The league voted to stay together in early fall. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF The


ENTERTAINING You can host a party like the pros

Two pros agree that simplicity is the key. By CHARLYNE VARKONYI SCHAUB KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


VISITING Dos and don'ts for houseguest stays

Etiquette experts say you should nail down details before the visit. BALTIMORE SUN You agreed to


NEW CASTLE School district hires business manager

The new business manager will earn $79,000 per year. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE


NFL Browns still clinging to the playoff edge

There are a variety of scenarios that could qualify Cleveland for the playoffs. BEREA, Ohio (AP)


ON FILE

ON FILE Mark 'Bo' Pelini 1991-92 -- University of Iowa, graduate assistant. 1994-96 -- San


Echinacea: a doubtful remedy

By SANDRA G. BOODMAN WASHINGTON POST Does it or doesn't it? No one seems to know for sure,


SALEM SCHOOLS Lawyer: No comment about records

The school board is considering using a consultant to help it select a new treasurer. By NORMAN


Pittsburgh revamps its effort to control ticket scalpers

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The city has gone from a man-to-man coverage to a zone defense in its efforts to


GERMANY

Opinion: GERMANY Frankfurter Allgemeine, Frankfurt, June 18: Glorious victory, modest victors. France's


AMERICAN PAPER GROUP Bidder plans to stay in Boardman

The local operation would be too large to move to Indiana, a suitor says. By DON SHILLING


COLUMBUS Joseph, Detroit blank 'Jackets

The Red Wings' goalie stopped 33 shots in the 1-0 victory. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Curtis Joseph


WARREN BUDGET Mayor Angelo considers line-item veto for 2003

The mayor said he hasn't used a line-item veto during his time in office. By DENISE DICK


BUCKEYES Cooper watching Ohio State's success with a lot of pride

The former coach recruited 18 of the team's 22 starters. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- As Ohio State