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NATION Studies show rise in college costs

The average tuition increase among four-year public colleges is the largest in a decade, a study


FOOTBALL Penguins can seal winning season

YSU plays today at Illinois State in a bid for its sixth win. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS


YOUNGSTOWN Valley's Lutheran churches will extend a hand to the city

A social service agency plans to start small and then grow. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR


WHITE HOUSE Bush lauds Red Wings

The president commended the NHL champs for their play and being good examples for children.


YSU

YSU Spikers lose in Chicago CHICAGO -- The Youngstown State volleyball team fell to 8-19 overall


Bone marrow benefit

Bone marrow benefit CAMPBELL -- The Kayla Hankey Benefit Committee and The American Red Cross will


FRIDAY'S SUMMARIES

FRIDAY'S SUMMARIES URSULINE 56, EAST PALESTINE 7 EP0007--7 Ursuline1414217--56 URSULINE --


Kicking in his share toward a Howland win

Howland kicker Jon Airhart, right, is congratulated by teammate Josh Settlemire after he kicked the


Nets 106, Clippers 92

Nets 106, Clippers 92 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Jason Kidd scored 15 of his 35 points in the


STATE VOLLEYBALL Hunkus glows, but Girard victim of Sidney Lehman's comeback

By KIM BYRUM SKINNER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT FAIRBORN -- Its back firmly against the wall, the


Tigers upset Cards

By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- As time stood still for the Howland High


BOARDMAN Church takes panes

The stained-glass window inspires hope for the congregation of Good Hope Lutheran Church.


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT Army veteran William Linkhorn of Boardman came to the shore of Omaha Beach,


Cars collide on I-680

Cars collide on I-680 YOUNGSTOWN -- A northbound car in the southbound left lane of I-680, south


RAMADAN Muslims balance caution with desire to help out

Money that used to go to Muslim countries is now staying in the United States. KNIGHT RIDDER


New pastor named

New pastor named YOUNGSTOWN -- The Rev. Dr. John Nicholas Mager Jr. will begin duties as pastor


NORTHEAST OHIO ALL-DISTRICT GOLF TEAMS

BOYS DIVISION I First Team C.J. Gran, Uniontown Lake, senior; Ben Smith, St. Ignatius, senior;


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Her parents have been holding her back

Dear Annie: I am a 40-year-old woman, and my employer has offered me a job transfer to another


Shrimpers in big trouble

Cheap foreign shrimp imports are putting domestic shrimp fishermen out of business. DULAC, La.


Arrest in man's death

Arrest in man's death LEAVITTSBURG -- Daryll Henderson, 34, of Warren, was arrested around 8 p.m.


DIVISION II PLAYOFFS Shroeder leads Avon Lake past E. Liverpool

The Shoremen rolled past the Potters 31-14 in Massillon behind running back Jon Schroeder.


COLUMBUS -- The 2002 All-Ohio High School Soccer Teams as voted by the Ohio Schlolastic Soccer

COLUMBUS -- The 2002 All-Ohio High School Soccer Teams as voted by the Ohio Schlolastic Soccer


Singer to perform

Singer to perform YOUNGSTOWN -- National recording artist John Starnes will sing at 10:30 a.m. and


One killed, two injured in van accident

YOUNGSTOWN -- A man died after the van he was driving crashed into a utility pole at Midlothian


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Barn Seven (W Case Jr)2.602.602.40 He's Nifty (Jones)9.405.60


One strike's worth something

Opinion: Could California try to be a little consistent, just for the fun of it? Or just for the sake of


Associated Press

Associated Press AMERICAN SHRIMP: Junior Parfait, a commercial fisherman, unloads 20 pounds of


Washington Post

Washington Post UNDERGROUND: Israeli excavations along the base of the west wall of the Temple


Notre Dame must be ready to solve Navy's triple option

The Irish already faced the triple option against Air Force. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Notre Dame


CANFIELD Dem. party official found guilty in DUI case

A judge ordered the Columbiana County Democratic Party chairman to pay a $250 fine. By DAVID


McDonald's announces major worldwide cutbacks

CHICAGO (AP) -- McDonald's Corp. announced Friday that it will cease or restructure operations in


AVALON SOUTH GOLF COURSE Contract didn't mention tax status, papers show

Records show that the city began getting property tax bills in 1989. By PEGGY SINKOVICH AND


Van Horn, 76ers foil Cavaliers

Keith Van Horn's 28 points led Philadelphia to a 108-84 win over Cleveland for its fourth-straight


COLLEGE NOTES Of local interest

CUMBERLAND COLLEGE Korey Howard of Youngstown recently completed a 10-week leadership seminar,


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XBoardman Civic Association will hold its quarterly dinner meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov.


NICOLE NAGEL SALVATORE GERACI

NICOLE NAGEL SALVATORE GERACI XPOLAND -- Monsignor William Connell presided at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 5 at


COLLEGE PRICING

COLLEGE PRICING Moving up College pricing averages in 2002-03 compared with 2001-02: At four-


PITTSBURGH STEELERS Mathis hopes to play against his ex-mates

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Another Sunday, another Atlanta Falcons game for Terance Mathis. Only this one


Ursuline silences critics in waltz over E. Palestine

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN -- All the questions, concerns, rumors and doubts


Defeat of school issues unfortunate, disturbing

Opinion: How do you explain the defeat of two school levy renewals in a district that is one of the better


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert M. Poghen, 36, of 2241 Michael Drive, Youngstown, and


MUHLENBERG COLLEGE Class works magic in philosophy study

The class touches on philosophical and psychological aspects of magic. ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- As


BIRTHS

BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Ericka McClenty and Clayton Felder Sr., 909 Lanterman Ave.,


NATION

NATION UPS to increase prices ATLANTA -- United Parcel Service Inc., the world's largest package


AMANDA SCHNELLE SHAWN MURPHY

AMANDA SCHNELLE SHAWN MURPHY XBOARDMAN -- Nuptial vows were exchanged at 11 a.m. Oct. 5 as Amanda


BETH FOX MATTHEW MASON

BETH FOX MATTHEW MASON XSALEM -- Emmanuel Lutheran Church was the setting at 3 p.m. Oct. 5 as Beth


WOMEN'S GOLF Mi Hyun Kim birdies her way to 65 and lead

Mi Hyun Kim of South Korea canned six straight birdies for the first-round lead in the Mizuno


SALEM Council OKs pay raise for workers

Besides pay, the only other change affects the way sick leave is accumulated. By NORMAN LEIGH


Tribe's Gutierrez must wear neck brace after surgery

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland Indians second baseman Ricky Gutierrez, who underwent neck surgery to


Today is Saturday, Nov. 9, the 313th day of 2002. There are 52 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Nov. 9, the 313th day of 2002. There are 52 days left in the year. On this date


Mooney placement test

Mooney placement test YOUNGSTOWN -- Cardinal Mooney High School will be administering a high


YOUNGSTOWN Authorities say man violated his probation

Officers happened across the alleged violation while investigating a murder. By BOB JACKSON


Three religions, one ancestor

In 'Abraham,' Bruce Feiler explores the texts and beliefs Christianity, Judaism and Islam have about


MERCER Masury man who fought with cops receives sentence of up to 15 years

A Sharon man was sentenced for felony criminal trespassing. MERCER, Pa. -- A Masury, Ohio, man


BASEBALL Wilson to remain with the Mariners

Yankees catcher Chris Widger filed for free agency Friday. NEW YORK (AP) -- Dan Wilson agreed


Does weakened wall hold back violence?

By BILL BROADWAY WASHINGTON POST One of the strangest, most enlightening things to do in


POLICE CALLS Girard, Liberty, Hubbard

Summary of police activity: GIRARD Nov. 4 Criminal damage: A city recreation department


EGYPT U.S. tries to block TV series

One of Egypt's officials said the series didn't contain anti-Semitic material. CAIRO, Egypt (AP)


NILES SCHOOLS Parents raise concern over questioning

The school district's attorney looked into the situation, the superintendent said. By SHERRI L.


Lecavalier's 3 goals spur Lightning past Penguins

Tampa Bay broke a three-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over Pittsburgh. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) --


NASCAR Newman sets record with sixth pole

CART star Christian Fittipaldi, making his first Winston Cup start, put a Petty Dodge in at 17th.


PIRATES BASEBALL | 2003 schedule

MARCH Mon. 31 -- at Cincinnati, 2:15 p.m. APRIL Wed. 2 -- at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m. Thu. 3 --


THE ECONOMY Borrowers rejoice, but savers frown as rates plummet

One loan officer said he's seen some homeowners refinancing their mortgages for the second time in


WALL STREET WEEK Securities industry takes stock of its tarnished image

Investors' satisfaction with their brokers is at its lowest level in years, according to a survey.


ROOD TRUCKING Union: Pension contributions are behind

One worker says he's concerned that he won't receive his missing pension contributions. YOUNGSTOWN


DIVISION VI Rockets end with 11 wins, one loss

Cuyahoga Heights' speed was a factor in the 21-6 victory. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR


FINGERHUT MURDER Jury finds man guilty in slaying

By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER WARREN -- An 11-woman, one-man jury and four


DISTRICT 10-AA Sharon turnovers ignite the Rockets

Slippery Rock captured the school's first District 10-AA football championship. By BILL ALBRIGHT


Meeting changed

Meeting changed The Jackson-Milton Local Board of Education has changed its regular board meeting


Friday's other games

Friday's other games Kings 3, Senators 2 OTTAWA -- Bryan Smolinski's third goal of the season,


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Visiting judge to preside over attorney's hearing

A special prosecutor is being requested. LISBON -- A visiting judge will preside over a hearing


KENT STATE UNIVERSITY

KENT STATE UNIVERSITY HOWLAND -- Linda J. Rice (former teacher at Lakeview High School, Cortland),


YOUNGSTOWN Jury rules in favor of doctor

The jury found there was negligence, but it did not cause the baby's death. By BOB JACKSON


YOUNGSTOWN Jurors hear opening statements in assault trial

Jurors were also taken to the crime scene Friday. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER


YOUNGSTOWN Law firm sues its ex-office manager

The amount of missing money is estimated to be at least $25,000. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


CHRISTMAS

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


Nearly 37 percent of 12- through 18-year-olds report that drugs are available at school, while 20

Nearly 37 percent of 12- through 18-year-olds report that drugs are available at school, while 20


CONGRESS Ryan's election is one for the ages

He's only 29, but he's not the youngest congressman; that title belongs to a 28-year-old from


HELOISE Include information about pets in case of an emergency

Dear Heloise: In one of your columns, you shared information about writing down emergency contacts


Girard is too much for VA-SJ in playoff

The Indians romped to qualify for a regional finale against Ursuline. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU


LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Imagination takes wing

By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER LIBERTY -- It looks a bit like a swan with flowing


The month of Ramadan is that in which the Koran was revealed, a guidance to men and clear proofs of

The month of Ramadan is that in which the Koran was revealed, a guidance to men and clear proofs of


TODAY YSU vs. Illinois State

When: 2:30 p.m. Where: Hancock Stadium, Normal, Ill. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390), WBBG-FM (106.1)


3 defending PIAA volleyball champions win

CORAOPOLIS, PA (AP) -- All three returning champions advanced to the PIAA girls volleyball


Library offers free appraisals of antiques

EAST PALESTINE -- Have you ever wanted to know the value or history behind an item you've had around


YOUNGSTOWN Man receives probation in case involving steroids

The defendant could have received 18 months in prison. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE


MEREDITH EDGAR DANIEL BAILEY

MEREDITH EDGAR DANIEL BAILEY XYOUNGSTOWN -- Fellows Riverside Garden in Mill Creek Park provided


BOARDMAN Consultant suggests ways to ease Forest Glen traffic

Officials will discuss the findings Tuesday. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


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