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ERNIE BROWN JR. From the Web, some food for thought

Like most of you who have Internet access, you are swamped with all kinds of information via e-mail.

YOUNGSTOWN Catholic Charities to give 12 honors

'United in Faith' serves as the theme for the 2002 Voice of Hope Dinner. WARREN -- Nancy E. Wisdo,

INDICTMENTS

INDICTMENTS Columbiana County A Columbiana County grand jury indicted these people: Terry

POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS Girard, Liberty, Hubbard Summary of police activity: GIRARD Oct. 28

Author to speak

Author to speak CLEVELAND -- The Rev. Donald B. Cozzens will discuss his new book, "Sacred

Christian writers stay faithful

The books deal with down-to-earth people without using bad language or explicit sex. KNIGHT RIDDER

MAHONING COUNTY MURDER Blackshear goes free, and Love heads to prison

One man was convicted and the other was set free. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER

CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XTrumbull-Mahoning-Ohio Association of Occupational Health Nurses will meet at 5 p.m.

Burial box damaged on trip to Canada

Burial box damaged on trip to Canada TORONTO -- A limestone burial box that may be the oldest

GETS HIS CHANCE: John Eastman, independent candidate for Ohio governor, greets the audience before

Bucheit's trial reset for April

Bucheit's trial reset for April CLEVELAND -- U.S. District Judge Lesley Brooks Wells has granted a

CAMPAIGN 2002 State rep's plan to benefit hospitals

By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- A plan developed by state Rep. Ann

LOTTERY RESULTS

SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 7-2-8 Pick 4, 7-6-1-4 Buckeye 5, 6-8-18-21-

Today is Saturday, Nov. 2, the 306th day of 2002. There are 59 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Nov. 2, the 306th day of 2002. There are 59 days left in the year. On this date

Prosecution rests in Ryder case

Prosecution rests in Ryder case BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. -- The prosecution rested its case against

GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT U David Skolnick's column in some editions Friday incorrectly stated Mahoning

BOARDMAN Speaker: Education is key for Hispanic Americans

Median income for Hispanic Americans has been increasing slowly, the speaker said. By PETER H.

TURNING THE PAGE Textbook survey Major findings of a June survey of 1,000 teachers by the National Education Association and the Association of American Publishers.

The "achievement gap" widens when textbooks aren't available. Thirty-four percent of teachers

GAME TIME Today

Who: Boston College at Notre Dame. When: 2:30 p.m. TV: WFMJ (21).

MAHONING COUNTY Drug problems remain serious, leader asserts

There are 3,451 Mahoning County residents who need comprehensive treatment. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

Share your thoughts on the Nov. 5 election

Share your thoughts on the Nov. 5 election The 17th Congressional District election promises to be

NET WORKING TOGETHER Computer courses open doors for clients

Some who took the course were able to find better jobs as a result of the training. By HAROLD GWIN

Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune REALITIES: Agnes Glod and Jamie Lendway, who lived together in Chicago

ELECTION '02

ELECTION '02 Tuesday is Election Day. Polls in Ohio will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Polls

HELOISE She sneaks medicine into cat's treats

Dear Heloise: Our cat, Tulip, has a heart problem that requires her to take a number of pills, some

PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Howell's 1-under 69 creates 1-stroke edge

David Toms, Steve Lowery, Len Mattiace and Vijay Singh are right behind. ATLANTA (AP) -- The cold,

NOTRE DAME Fighting Irish statistics are lacking

Boston College plays today at South Bend, Ind. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Although Notre Dame's

W. PENNSYLVANIA Sharon finds spark after flat quarter

Sophomore Kelvin Newby saw time for an injured player and responded by rushing for a pair of scores.

EDUCATION Ranking colleges on more than academics

One publication lists the top colleges based on squirrels. WASHINGTON POST While the U.S. News

DAWN GRAY BILL METZINGER

DAWN GRAY BILL METZINGER XYOUNGSTOWN -- Aruba was the honeymoon destination of Bill Metzinger,

NILES Book of nicknames keeps on growing in close community

Those who already bought the book will be able to get an addendum sheet for a small fee. By SHERRI

Forum Health Northside

Forum Health Northside Kelana Love and Carlos Calhoun, 556 W. Earle Ave., Youngstown, girl, Nov.

Sigourney Weaver to receive top award from magazine

NEW YORK (AP) -- Actress Sigourney Weaver is getting the top honor at Glamour's Women of the Year

WEAPONS U.S. looks at biotech advances for battle

The Pentagon must consider whether international treaties would be violated and how to protect the

Weapons in school

Weapons in school About 1.5 percent of pupils ages 12 to 18 report bringing a weapon to school for

And He it is who has made the stars for you that you might follow the right way thereby in the

GAME TIME Sunday

Who: San Francisco 49ers vs. Oakland Raiders When: 4:15 p.m. Where: Network Associated Coliseum,

AUSTRIA School spells out witchcraft methods

The school's founders aim to connect magic with modern science. KLAGENFURT, Austria (AP) --

OHIO STATE Gophers gaining momentum

No. 21 Minnesota plays its biggest game of the season today against the Buckeyes. COLUMBUS (AP) --

DIVISION IV Ursuline ousts top-seed Manchester

The Irish credited the victory to their strength of schedule. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR

REGION

REGION Steel producers report cutbacks YOUNGSTOWN -- Ohio steel producers made and shipped less

Rockets' defense frustrates Leetonia

Lowellville capitalized on four fumble recoveries and four interceptions. By MARK W. MILLER

Colts running back will miss game

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indianapolis Colts running back Edgerrin James will miss Sunday's game against

LISBON Library fund raising goes on hold

The public will be approached early next year and asked for its help in funding the project. By

SMALL BUSINESS LOANS Ohio treasurer rebuts criticism

The treasurer maintains that the Mahoning Valley is getting a larger percentage of a business loan

LIBERTY Looking ahead to '03 primary, trustee promotes home rule

Because Liberty's population is below 15,000, trustees cannot impose home rule. By TIM YOVICH

DIVISION IV EP wins playoff with a late rally

J.D. Powers' conversion run gave the Bulldogs a 23-22 victory over Black River. By GREG GULAS

SOUTHERN FARM BUREAU CLASSIC Brad Elder off to very good start in Mississippi

He's trying to cap the worst season of his three-year career with his first victory. MADISON,

CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight

MOUNT UNION COLLEGE Anthony Jones and Trina McKelly of Youngstown and Nicole Yanik of Masury have

GROVE CITY, PA. Owner to give funds to PennDOT

The state is working on plans to widen a road and build a bridge over I-79. By HAROLD GWIN

KENT STATE Gift funds human evolution institute

The institute will pull together researchers from various fields of science. KENT -- Kent State

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Flood of donation requests irritates reader

Dear Annie: Every month I get requests to donate money to various charities. I am on Social Security

Marriage classes are more open

CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Jamie Lendway and his fianc & eacute;e, Agnes Glod, had been living

Library fund raising goes on hold

The public will be approached early next year and asked for its help in funding the project. By

Beacons to bring hope

The task force asked the state attorney general's office for up to 1,000 of the porch beacons. By

PENN STATE Two of Big Ten's top wideouts meet

Illinois' Brandon Lloyd and Penn State's Bryant Johnson key their team's offenses. STATE COLLEGE,

Blackshear goes free, and Love heads to prison

One man was convicted and the other was set free. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Marlin J. Finkley, 29, of 1403 Republic Ave., Youngstown, and

Barlow enjoys SF

Barlow enjoys SF Former University of Pittsburgh tailback Kevan Barlow feels most of his life has

LEETONIA School board holds off hiring firm to design athletic facilities

The board is accepting bids for high school demolition. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

CHRISTIAN ROMANCE Writing rules Christian romance has its do's and don'ts. Among the elements associated with Christian romance novels:

uThe story upholds biblical principles. It doesn't mean the characters don't do wrong, but that is

ERAM GILL During Ramadan, good intentions matter the most

The countdown is under way ... 20, 15, 8, 2 ... Every year we do it; and yet, each year's countdown

DIVISION III Big Red's Hubbard grounds Eagles

Shaun Lane's 176 rushing yards weren't enough to save the Eagles' season. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR

Pondering life as Got Milk?

BIGGS, Calif. (AP) -- In a nation where Minute Maid spends $100 million to name a Houston ballpark,

DETROIT Ford, GM, Chrysler report big sales drop from year ago

STAFF/WIRE REPORTS DETROIT -- A year after incentives helped the auto industry to its best month

NASCAR Ryan Newman snares fifth pole

Jamie McMurray continued his terrific burst onto the Winston Cup scene by qualifying second.

Grass-roots group has role to play in war on crime

Opinion: Ever since it was created in 1999, ACTION -- Alliance For Congregational Transformation Influencing

RANKINGS Should private schools make their data public?

School-choice efforts are increasing the pressure for private institutions to be publicly

AROUND THE NHL Friday's games

Blue Jackets 4, Stars 2 COLUMBUS-- Mike Sillinger and Andrew Cassels scored power-play goals in

Steelers shift gears

Steelers shift gears Tommy Maddox hasn't just turned the Pittsburgh Steelers' season around since

AROUND THE NBA Friday's games

Suns 78, Cavaliers 74 PHOENIX -- Shawn Marion had 21 points and 16 rebounds as the Phoenix Suns

YOUNGSTOWN Beacons to bring hope

The task force asked the state attorney general's office for up to 1,000 of the porch beacons. By

MAHONING COUNTY Candidate alleges ad is false

Judge Krichbaum said he'll withdraw the ad if it's proved to be untrue. By BOB JACKSON

Dustin Helle gives Girard snowball's chance to win

The Indians' defense, and quarterback Matt Zuppo, also keyed the Indians' 35-14 win over Perry. By

Leetonia board holds off hiring firm to design sports complex

The board is accepting bids for high school demolition. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

'Accounting for Kids'

'Accounting for Kids' YOUNGSTOWN -- Local accountants participated in the second annual

STEELERS Maddox reverses passing trend

Pittsburgh now prefers to throw on offense. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Tommy Maddox hasn't just turned the

JAMIE GARDNER ALAN NASTASI

JAMIE GARDNER ALAN NASTASI XYOUNGSTOWN -- A reception was held Sept. 28 at The Georgetown in

Class decides to grin and bear it

By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Sixteen-year-old Jenna Kalman pulls a

MADISON Howland earns first playoff victory

The Tigers shut down third-seeded Madison to set up a rematch with Canfield. By DOUG CHAPIN

BOARDMAN Taylor Olds begins changeover to Toyota

The dealer is expecting big sales from his new car line. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS

NATION Survey finds textbook shortages pose serious problem in schools

Among states, the average amount spent on textbooks is 1 percent of total education expenditures.

Dems, GOP use hardball tactics as negative tone dominates

The parties have lawyers ready to monitor voting procedures and in case there are recount battles.

DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN City picks arena-hotel developer

By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- City officials have picked Landmark

CHRISTMAS

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

YSU

YSU Smail wins diving events YOUNGSTOWN -- Senior Mandi Smail won the 1-meter and 3-meter diving

CARRIE THEODORE | JIM DOUDA

XYOUNGSTOWN -- The marriage of Carrie Theodore and Jim Douda, both of 681 Cook Ave., was solemnized

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA PIAA District 8 (Pittsburgh City League) Playoffs Semifinal Perry 54,

FICTION: Sales of Christian romance novels, such as "Neither Bond Nor Free" by Nina Coombs Pykare,

'Empowerment' pastor to speak in Youngstown

'Empowerment' pastor to speak in Youngstown YOUNGSTOWN -- The Rev. Jamal Harrison Bryant will

By DENISE DICK

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF LORDSTOWN -- Combining high academic standards with the

CHANEY Cowboys march but miss points

Chaney lost to Louisville, 17-7, despite a 200-yard rushing performance and a lopsided time of

KSU Trumbull hosts Kiwanis Turkey Trot Thanksgiving

CHAMPION -- The Warren Kiwanis Club will conduct its 24th annual Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning at

Cards romp to 11-0 mark

Canfield advanced to play Metro Athletic Conference-rival Howland -- which it beat 25-8 in Week 5.

Associated Press

Associated Press SCHOOL: Sonja Kulmitzer, who describes herself as a witch, co-leads the School of

49ERS Barlow inspires as Hearst's running mate

49ERS Barlow inspires as Hearst's running mate The Pittsburgh native has helped San

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