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A JIMMY CARTER ECONOMY AHEAD?
Opinion: A JIMMY CARTER ECONOMY AHEAD? Orange County Register: Perhaps it's fitting that former President
Addition of high-class hippie chic will update image
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Almost no one invests in a new wardrobe every time the fashion pendulum
CY YOUNG Johnson claims 5th Cy Young
It was his fourth consecutive award. Only Roger Clemens has won more. PHOENIX (AP) -- Four seasons
"A lot of people worked very hard on [passage of the sales tax renewal]. That was the key. I think
"A lot of people worked very hard on [passage of the sales tax renewal]. That was the key. I think
Associated Press
Associated Press RE-ELECTED: Florida Gov. Jeb Bush raises his arms in victory as he speaks to
HELOISE Fat-free base is recipe for delicious soup
Dear Heloise: I would love the recipe for the dry soup mix for cream soups. It was in one of your
BIG EAST FOOTBALL Fitzgerald keeps Pitt in style
The freshman wide receiver could be the best the Panthers ever had. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- When coach
VALLEY THOUGHTS 6th and 17th congressional districts
Here's what some Mahoning Valley voters thought of the candidates for Congress from the 6th
NHL Blue Jackets' Kevin Dineen ends career
The 39-year-old Quebec City native will work in the Blue Jackets' front office. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Clot-busting drug doesn't cut death rates
Clot-busting drug doesn't cut death rates CHICAGO -- A promising anti-clotting drug does not
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY XAmerican Legion Post 560, 103 Twelfth St., Campbell, will sponsor a fish and shrimp fry
CAVALIERS Beating Lakers reason to rock
The usually reserved Gund Arena crowd saluted the Cavs with several standing ovations. CLEVELAND
POLICE CALLS Canfield city, Austintown
CANFIELD Oct. 27 Drug paraphernalia/abuse: Police charged an 18-year-old Canfield man with
PENN STATE Paterno sings yet another sad song
Virginia, the Nittany Lions' next opponent, is coming off an open week. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --
Statehouse in GOP control
Democrats were hoping to pick up a seat by virtue of a victory in one of three hotly contested
VALLEY THOUGHTS Trumbull commissioner
Voter comments on the Trumbull County commissioner candidates: "I've known [Tsagaris] for a long,
VALLEY THOUGHTS Governor's race
Here's what some Mahoning Valley voters thought of the candidates to be the next Ohio governor:
MAHONING COUNTY Judge orders convicted litterbug to go to jail
The judge rejected an agreement for no jail time, because the man still owes the court for a
Rendell will deal with GOP majority
Rendell will deal with GOP majority Voters also elected their first woman lieutenant governor.
Today is Wednesday, Nov., 6, the 310th day of 2002. There are 55 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Nov., 6, the 310th day of 2002. There are 55 days left in the year. On this date
English and Hart easily win re-election to congressional offices
U.S. Rep. Melissa Hart said she looked forward to continuing things she started during her first
Columbiana voters OK income tax
An operating levy that benefits the mentally and physically disabled will remain in effect. By
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Tearful Comedy (Andrews)8.804.003.00 Miss Dancin Diablo
Putting on the practice pads will help ease pain
The sting from the loss to Boston College is slowly wearing off. CHICAGO TRIBUNE SOUTH BEND,
Howland High School will close for funeral
Howland High School will close for funeral HOWLAND -- Howland High School will be closed Thursday
Defeated commissioner eyes repeal of tax boost
The incumbent Columbiana County auditor will serve a full four-year term. By NORMAN LEIGH
Poland school levy is rejected
Levies in the Boardman and Jackson-Milton school districts failed, while Canfield's was approved.
VALLEY THOUGHTS Mahoning County sales tax
Some voter sentiment about the Mahoning County sales tax issue: "I'm just so aggravated with
ELECTION NOTEBOOK
Full lot means victory NILES -- It's easy to tell where the winner is hanging out by the number of
TUESDAY'S SUMMARIES
TUESDAY'S SUMMARIES CAVALIERS 89, LAKERS 70 L.A. LAKERS (70) -- George 6-18 0-0 12, Horry 1-7
For faster ballot results, it was all in the cards
Despite the glitches, though, Mahoning County election officials were pleased with the computerized
WARREN Cop files innocent plea in case
The patrol reported the officer's blood alcohol content registered over the limit. By PEGGY
NBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games
Magic 125, Kings 121 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Tracy McGrady broke the 40-point barrier for the second
PITTSBURGH Steelers must stop Falcons' Vick
Coach Bill Cowher says Vick is faster than any other quarterback in the league. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Enthusiasm, experience win in area congressional races
Opinion: Tuesday's general election provided the Mahoning Valley with a tale of two congressional districts
Just keep winning
Just keep winning The Ohio State Buckeyes say they are not going to permit the BCS rankings to be
EASTERN ALL-STARS Eight E. Liverpool players named first team district
Beaver Local had five players on the first squad. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS -- Division II
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Douglas and Jeannie Carr, 128 Hillcrest Ave., New Castle, Pa., girl, Nov.
TURKEY An Islamic party's ascent
The AK Party holds to Islamic principles yet has vowed to maintain Turkey's pro-Western stance.
Laid-off cops due back as city voters OK tax rise
The police and fire staffs joined forces in working for passage of the income-tax increase. By BOB
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
]Browns: Offensive tackle Roger Chanoine was released. Chanoine, 26, had spent his entire three-year
Blasdel retains seat in state House
The challenger says he was disappointed with voter turnout in an area of the county where he thought
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
LPGA TOUR Mizuno Classic Schedule: Friday-Sunday. Course: Seta Golf Club, Otsu, Japan (6,450
Sales tax passes easily, but there's hard work ahead
Opinion: Mahoning County commissioners gambled when they put renewal of the county's 0.5 percent sales tax
GAIL WHITE Pen pals share a letter-perfect friendship
When Betty Jo Cartier of Struthers was 13 years old, a class project at school started her on a
THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS
THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS The PGA Tour underwent a shift in power this season with a record 18
NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Capitals 4, Blue Jackets 3, OT COLUMBUS -- Peter Bondra scored two goals, including the game-
YOUNGSTOWN Impersonation trial continues for 'constable'
A state official said the defendant is not a peace officer. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
VALLEY THOUGHTS 17th District congressional race
Here's what some Mahoning Valley voters thought of the candidates for Congress from the 17th
COLLEGE SOCCER Freshman player at BGSU dies
BOWLING GREEN (AP) -- A freshman soccer player at Bowling Green collapsed five minutes into a game
Woman charged with wire fraud, tax evasion
CLEVELAND -- A 59-year-old Beloit woman has been charged with one count of wire fraud and two counts
NEW CASTLE Rejected workers picket hospital
Union members filed an unfair labor practice charge. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN By LAURE CIOFFI
VOLLEYBALL
VOLLEYBALL All-Ohio Teams COLUMBUS -- Here are the 2002 All-Ohio High School Girls Volleyball
WARREN Landfill talk will exclude the city
An attorney general's office spokeswoman said that office's issue is with the company. By DENISE
Lawrence County rejects a change
Study commission members still believe the effort was worthwhile. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
Man was not trying to kidnap girl, police say
STRUTHERS -- A man suspected of trying to abduct a seventh-grade girl from Struthers High School on
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She doesn't think she's cut out to be a mother
Dear Annie: I am a female in my mid-20s and have been married for two years. I have a wonderful
ALL-STARS Eastern District
Columbus -- Selections from area schools to the 2002 Associated Press Eastern All-District high
Hagan, Boccieri win re-election
Carano, Patton and Sferra retained their seats, while Harwood won in the 65th District. By SHERRI
Appellate rivals work together
Cynthia Rice won the open appeals court seat. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
WARREN Judge rejects license request
This is the second time the judge has denied the couple a marriage license. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Theft from car
Theft from car SALEM -- A Hanoverton woman reported that a wallet was stolen from her car while it
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
THURSDAY Cincinnati (3-5) at Louisville (5-3), 7:30 p.m. SATURDAY GATEWAY Youngstown St. (5-4)
LISBON E. Liverpool boy pleads innocent in shooting
Prosecutors want the boy declared a 'serious youthful offender' under a new Ohio law. By NORMAN
Pittsburgh slogan gets new twist
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- After an eight-year run, Sparkle Season has fizzled. The campaign to draw
Cuts loom after levy defeats
Girard will need to look at ways to cut costs while maintaining services and safety, the mayor said.
DETROIT General Motors Corp. increases health care premiums for retirees
Premiums will jump by $25 a month on average. DETROIT (AP) -- Hit by fast-rising prescription drug
If Saddam must go, let United Nations call shots
Opinion: If Saddam must go, let United Nations call shots EDITOR: As an interested citizen I would like
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Eastgate Regional Council of Governments technical advisory committee, 10 a.m.
"Our investigation strongly suggests that WorldCom personnel responded to changing business
Opinion: "Our investigation strongly suggests that WorldCom personnel responded to changing business
Schools reopen in Greenville as water-plant work continues
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Schools in the borough reopened today and water reservoir levels continued to
Valley lets Democrats down
Democrats didn't do as well in the Mahoning Valley, one of their last remaining strongholds in the
BIG TEN Buckeyes set sights on final 3 opponents
Ohio State says it can't control the BCS rankings, only Purdue, Illinois and Michigan. COLUMBUS
Incumbents, taxes fare well
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- It was a good night for incumbents
Hunkus, Mroski first-team all-state for 2nd straight year
VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT COLUMBUS -- For the second straight year, Girard senior Tealle Hunkus and
DEERFIELD Family's miniature pet horse found dead
The family is offering a reward for information in the beating. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR
NASCAR Fittipaldi to debut at Phoenix Sunday
The CART series veteran is making the switch earlier than expected for Petty Enterprises.
Voters reject changing name to Hershey Township
HERSHEY, Pa. (AP) -- Voters in the home of Hershey Foods Corp. have decided not to change the town's
NEW CASTLE Officials discuss grants for 2 new pavilions
Two downtown businesses are apply for fa & ccedil;ade improvement grants. By LAURE CIOFFI
Trumbull voters return Tsagaris to board of commissioners
Tsagaris said he worked hard for his victory. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
Judge race tight, but Vettori rules
Less than 1 percent separated first and second place in the county court race. By BOB JACKSON
Black Knights event set in West Middlesex
Black Knights event set in West Middlesex WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- The Black Knights Police
Voters in Austintown again reject home rule
Canfield Township residents approved a zoning change that paves the way for the construction of a
COLLEGE FOOTBALL STANDINGS
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FLU SHOTS | Where to go
Flu shots are offered at these times and locations: Youngstown YMCA, 17 N. Champion St., 8:30-
Knife found at school
Knife found at school YOUNGSTOWN -- The smell of suspected marijuana caused the principal at
YOUNGSTOWN Doctor: Colleague said drug was given correctly
The doctor did not review information on the labor-inducing drug before administering it, he
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mejdi Hajdari, 26, of 43 Manchester, Youngstown, and Veronica
Robbins will push for tax reform
Cutting taxes on business and industry will be his goal. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU
Winning streak continues for Ryan
Meanwhile, in the 6th District race, the Democratic incumbent won in each of the district's 12
DRIBBLE RELAY 'Fast Break for Families'
YOUNGSTOWN -- The "Fast Break for Families" Dribble Relay, which is the "tip-off" event for the 2003
Stolen car recovered
Stolen car recovered YOUNGSTOWN -- Boardman police pursued a stolen 1988 Lincoln Town Car into the
STATE SOCCER Mooney gains berth in final
Saturday morning, the Cardinals will play Columbus DeSales for the Division II title. By BRIAN
Campaigns pay off for sales tax, Ludt
The other half of Mahoning County's twin taxes expires in 2004. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
DIVISION IV FOOTBALL East Palestine eyes the upset
The Bulldogs are riding high with a strong backing from the community. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
YSU FOOTBALL Tekac playing for pride, tradition
The senior linebacker has been the leader of the defense all season. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
MICHIGAN STATE Watts tries to rekindle Spartans
He became interim coach Tuesday after Bobby Williams was fired. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Morris
Voters return Tsagaris to Trumbull commission
Tsagaris said he worked hard for his victory. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN