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WEDNESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
WEDNESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX--Signed C Mark Johnson to
Best Bets
Best Bets * Reservations are being taken for Shenango Valley Chorale's 10th annual Olde English
BIG TEN Prayer of pass keeps Buckeyes dreams alive
Quarterback Craig Krenzel's completion to Michael Jenkins has Ohio State vying for number one.
YSU Dean points out grant benefits
This is the first time grant writers received university recognition awards. By JoANNE VIVIANO
WEATHERSFIELD Suspect said he found the body
The suspect used his cell phone to dial 911. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
A quote by Trumbull County Commissioner Joseph Angelo in Wednesday's story regarding county
A quote by Trumbull County Commissioner Joseph Angelo in Wednesday's story regarding county
BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL Ten Star Camp -- is accepting applications from boys and girls age 10-18 for the summer
WARREN Council retakes $100,000 for road
The engineering director said the project isn't in a wetland. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
BASEBALL Lack of dealing by GMs, agents
The only deal so far is the Cubs got catcher Damian Miller from Arizona for two minor league
Scripps Howard
Scripps Howard FAMILY AFFAIR: Lauren Lyons, left, shows off her new hairstyle, a Joey Heatherton-
Proposal redistributes lower university funds
A YSU official said the plan doesn't resolve the bigger issue of how the state funds higher
Associated Press
Associated Press IN STYLE: Singer Kelly Rowland of the musical group Destiny's Child, at left,
Refocused, Irish want to make the most of their second chance against Trumbull Athletic Conference champion
By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Dan Murphy's first season as coach of
REGION
REGION Windsor House to build 84-bed nursing home GIRARD -- Windsor House Inc. will construct an
Leaf collection in Liberty
Leaf collection in Liberty The Liberty Township leaf collection program has been extended one
KNOW THE KNOCKOFFS Differences count
What's the difference? Knockoffs look like the originals but lack the logo. Designer-inspired
I WANT SOME TOO
I WANT SOME TOO Associated Press FAVORITE HANGOUT: A squirrel tries to take birdseed from a
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Nov. 13. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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Men plead guilty in gambling case
The president of United Auto Workers Local 1714 said gambling is not rampant at the GM plant. By
TINA KNOWLES Her destiny is dressing young performers
Their personalities change when her girls put on their costumes and makeup. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW
WASHINGTON Will agency ensure safety?
Local authorities worry about struggles for homeland security resources. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
Official: U.S. disaster relief unlikely
The state has sent equipment and manpower, but legislators are looking for financial help. By
NBA ROUNDUP Wednesday's games
Mavericks 103, Cavaliers 99 CLEVELAND -- Dirk Nowitzki scored 13 of his 17 points in the fourth
Commissioners vote to award pact to Rhino
The next lowest bid was $7,000 more. By STEPHEN SIFF and DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW Howland vs. Olmsted Falls
What: Division II regional final. When: 7:30 p.m. Friday. Where: Stewart Field, Bedford. The
NORTHEAST INLAND ALL-DISTRICT FOOTBALL TEAMS
COLUMBUS--The 2002 Associated Press Northeast Inland All-District football team, as selected by a
Summary of police activity:
Summary of police activity: BOARDMAN Nov. 4 Auto theft: A 2001 Chevrolet Blazer was missing
NFL STANDINGS
NFL STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA Buffalo540.556248269 Miami540.556210180
HELOISE Majority wash sheets once a week
Dear Heloise: What is the standard time frame for washing bed linens? This would involve bedding for
Chaney's McElroy and Dykes earn honors
They shared offensive and defensive honors, respectively, as Division II district players of the
Rotary seeks people for stay in England
HOWLAND -- Rotary International is looking for four business or professional men and women in the
TUESDAY'S GAMES
TUESDAY'S GAMES Boston 4, Buffalo 3 Carolina 3, Phoenix 2 Ottawa 5, N.Y. Islanders 3 Dallas
A measure of the man: His word was his bond
Opinion: A measure of the man: His word was his bond EDITOR: Youngstown has just experienced a
BASEBALL Indians waiting to hear from Thome about offer
The Phillies' reported five-year, $75 million offer dwarfs the Indians' four-year package worth
YOUNGSTOWN Panel approves projects
The 27-foot-long sign will be on poles reaching 40 feet and face Interstate 680. By ROGER G. SMITH
INSIDE
INSIDE State dollars for higher education would be distributed more equitably under a proposal
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA Complaints prompt coach to accept change
Problems stem from John Mackovic's behavior following the Wildcats' loss at Wisconsin on Sept. 21.
Former Giant fills Baker's position
The former Giants player becomes the oldest manager in the major leagues at age 67. SAN FRANCISCO
Packard honors perfect plants
Two Packard plants are honored for a zero-defect rate during a critical two-month period. THE
The second installment is charmed, director says
The success of the first installment relieved the pressure. By TERRY LAWSON KNIGHT RIDDER
PAT ON THE BACK: Mark Heacox, director of manufacturing for the Ohio operations of Delphi Packard
PAT ON THE BACK: Mark Heacox, director of manufacturing for the Ohio operations of Delphi Packard
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Readers have plenty to say to 'Wisconsin'
Dear Annie: I want to respond to "Wouldn't Take That in Wisconsin," the man who equates making love
SPRINGFIELD TWP. Trustees to meet on hiring fire chief
A trustee doesn't like the new voice-mail setup. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Yahoo! to offer more services
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Hoping to lure more subscribers, Yahoo! Inc. was to introduce a souped-up
PITTSBURGH STEELERS Injuries sidetrack 'The Bus'
Jerome Bettis probably will not reach 1,000 yards rushing for only the second season in his 10-year
Today is Thursday, Nov. 14, the 318th day of 2002. There are 47 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Nov. 14, the 318th day of 2002. There are 47 days left in the year. On this date
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Cranmer abandons plan to pursue tax repeal
The defeated commissioner accused his opponent of offering to swap his candidacy for more funding
"I believe we can get this done."
Opinion: "I believe we can get this done." President Bush After a day of prodding lawmakers to complete
People who want to help those whose homes were damaged or destroyed in Sunday's tornado that tore
People who want to help those whose homes were damaged or destroyed in Sunday's tornado that tore
Dean: Increase in grants aids whole area
This is the first time grant writers received university recognition awards. By JoANNE VIVIANO
NEW CASTLE School board balances budget
The business manager will get more than $107,000 as part of the district's early-retirement plan.
The Quiet Man
The Quiet Man Should Ohio State end up winning the national championship, one of the biggest
CLEVELAND BROWNS White out of lineup with shoulder injury
Jamel White, the Browns' top rusher and receiver, will miss Sunday's game as probably will tight end
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY 'Just plug it in' would have a nice ring to it
"Telephones should not be used while you are in a bathtub, shower, or pool." Well, there you have it
Zoning change OK'd
Zoning change OK'd CANFIELD -- Canfield Township trustees approved a zoning change today that will
Deputy sheriff accused of sexual misconduct
Some of the deputy's clothing was seized by investigators. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
TWIST AND SHOUT: Abbey Road, a Beatles tribute band, will perform at the opening of the "Tribute to
TWIST AND SHOUT: Abbey Road, a Beatles tribute band, will perform at the opening of the "Tribute to
MRDD Group seeks funds from Medicaid
MRDD programs and staffing could be affected if another agency gets some of its Medicaid funds.
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Officials consider annexation proposal
If all goes as planned, housing construction could begin in January. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS
WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS BASKETBALL SOUTH Ga. Southwestern 111, Edward Waters 104 MIDWEST
TRUMBULL COUNTY Sheriff expects food costs at jail to drop
Food from state purchasing is 'substantially cheaper' than what the county has been paying a local
CABLE FCC approves merger of Comcast and AT & amp;T Broadband
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Federal Communications Commission's decision to allow the merger of Comcast
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials work to hire warden
The former warden will not be working for the county sheriff's office. By LAURE CIOFFI
TRUMBULL COUNTY Men plead guilty in gambling case
The president of United Auto Workers Local 1714 said gambling is not rampant at the GM plant. By
MAHONING COUNTY Deputy sheriff accused of sexual misconduct
Some of the deputy's clothing was seized by investigators. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
Call out to keep the fans off field
Two Miami of Ohio football coaches have been suspended in the aftermath of violence at a game.
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Ashley Wagner and Oree Burruss, 4100 Hillman Way, Youngstown, boy, Nov. 13. Paul
EASTERN CONFERENCE
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Book covers basic rules for dressing in customized style
The author believes what most people find challenging is coming up with their individual style
SHARPSVILLE Petition requests removal from study
Sharpsville is also supplying equipment and manpower for tornado cleanup. SHARPSVILLE, Pa. --
DESIGNER DUPLICATES Knockoffs' appeal remains the price
Imitations of high-priced labels flourish and quality of counterfeits improves. SCRIPPS HOWARD
Community theater
Community theater TONIGHT Twenty-six YSU students have been working for weeks with actor
Weathersfield OKs commercial zone change
MINERAL RIDGE -- The Weathersfield Township Zoning Commission approved a zone change on three lots
Salem man's hunting death is ruled accidental by coroner
RAVENNA -- The Portage County cororner's office has ruled the hunting-related death of a Salem man
WINSTON CUP Appeal of Martin's penalty to be heard
Without the infraction on Nov. 3, the driver would be 25 points closer to leader Tony Stewart.
TRUMBULL COUNTY Sheriff expects drop in food costs at jail
Food from state purchasing is 'substantially cheaper' than what the county has been paying a local
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XWilliam and Victoria Stein Jr. of Seminole, Fla., announce the birth of their first child, Kevin
Bin Laden rears ugly head as U.S. gets ready for war
Opinion: Despite President Bush's insistence that the United States is making "great progress" in the war on
CHAMPION State patrol investigates accident
The driver of the SUV is in Trumbull County Jail and is facing charges. CHAMPION -- The Ohio
TRENDS Flexibility and movement highlight new hairstyles
Fresh color and cut will transform your hair style into your best accessory. SCRIPPS HOWARD
Girard has its work cut out to stop Ursuline's potent offense in regional championship game
By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF GIRARD -- Girard High football coach Bud McSuley is
YSU Forum targets partner benefits
The YSU student government board has asked university trustees to reconsider domestic partner
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW | Ursuline vs. Girard
What: Division IV regional final. When: 7:30 p.m. Friday. Where: at Austintown Fitch Falcon
SPECIAL MEETING
SPECIAL MEETING Tornado help Residents of Clark and South Pymatuning Township who suffered
Resolution backs hiring moratorium
Council passed an ordinance regulating massage parlors. WARREN -- Despite Mayor Hank Angelo's
MAHONING COMMON PLEAS COURT Testimony: Drug debt led to crime
Daniel Farah said one of the defendants talked about the robbery while he was in the county jail
MR. CASTRO'S PRISONERS
Opinion: MR. CASTRO'S PRISONERS Washington Post: At a time when suicide bombings and mass hostage takings
MVSD LAWSUIT Appeals judges grill assistant AG
The former MVSD board director says the attorney general's office doesn't know when to quit. By
FUNDING Regents proposal
Some schools would get more money than last year and others would get less under a Ohio Board of
Fact finder to recommend contract settlement
SHARON, Pa. -- Negotiations on a new contract for teachers in the Sharon City School District have
OHIO Bill alters notification about rapists
Sex offenders have to register with authorities when they are released from prison. By JEFF ORTEGA
Authorities search for escaped inmate
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Lawrence County district attorney is questioning how jail personnel handled a
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NHL ROUNDUP Wednesday's games
Stars 6, Capitals 1 WASHINGTON -- Dallas' Bill Guerin ended a seven-game goal drought with a pair
REVIEW Magic required: How long will children sit still?
'Chamber of Secrets' offers more Quidditch and a look into Hogwarts past, but overall, the movie's
Lunar module replica
Lunar module replica WARREN -- City council approved two ordinances Wednesday night, paving the
AUGUSTA Analysis of club's stance is a Hootie
Polls and public relation specialists say that Augusta National is on the defensive. ASSOCIATED
White out, Green in
White out, Green in Jamel White's aching right shoulder is finally out of the sling -- and out of
Grand jury to consider charges against man
Grand jury to consider charges against man YOUNGSTOWN -- A Mahoning County grand jury will
TRUMBULL COUNTY | Indictments
The following people are under indictment by a Trumbull County grand jury: Daniel Mavroudis, 40,
YSU Dean: Increase in grants aids whole area
This is the first time grant writers received university recognition awards. By JoANNE VIVIANO
SALEM Council agrees to delay bidding on street project
Council is delaying action so it can examine an impact study. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
Pa. senators OK bill requiring pledge or anthem in classrooms
HARRISBURG (AP) -- Students in private and public schools in Pennsylvania would be required to
MADD candlelight vigil
MADD candlelight vigil BOARDMAN -- The Mahoning-Trumbull Counties Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk
YOUNGSTOWN Shot-out windshield case argued
The case, now being considered by a jury, centers around a shotgun attack in a supermarket parking
In Pa., Santorum wins seat, but Hart loses bid for post
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Pennsylvania's congressional delegation batted .500 Wednesday in two races for
Jewish activist dies after suicide attempt
Jewish activist dies after suicide attempt LOS ANGELES -- Jewish Defense League leader Irv Rubin,
STEELMAKERS Companies seek to raise prices for auto industry
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Some U.S. steelmakers, their position strengthened by an industry shakeout and
BOARDMAN Board takes another shot at levy
School officials will announce specific cuts early next year. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
Suspect said he found the body
The suspect used his cell phone to dial 911. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
COSMETICS Use of makeup is therapy for cancer patients
Women gain self-esteem and confidence when they look better. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Many
COLUMBIANA CO. Outside prosecutor to take case
The county will pay a Canton attorney $125 an hour plus expenses to try the case against a local