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NEWTON FALLS SCHOOLS Union files charges against board
The union accused board members of recessive bargaining, delaying talks and trying to frighten
COLUMBUS Sweet: Higher-ed funding plan means no tuition rise at YSU
One regent said the compromise signals a need for more funding for higher education. By JEFF
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She should be told about her father
Dear Annie: I have a 9-year-old daughter from a previous relationship, but her father was never
POLICE CALLS Girard, Liberty, Hubbard
Summary of police activity: GIRARD Nov. 11 Domestic violence: Police arrested an East Howard
ORGANIC FOODS A clear distinction
New rules prohibit organic and nonorganic foods from mingling in stores. SEATTLE (AP) -- Finding
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW | Beaver Local vs. Cleveland Benedictine
What: Division III regional final. When: 7 p.m. Saturday. Where: Central Catholic Stadium,
SHENANGO VALLEY ABWA chapter recognizes boss, associate of the year
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Shenango Valley Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association
Inside
Inside For a 31-year-old man passionate only about racing and winning, some wonder if Tony Stewart
HELOISE Tips help remove broken bulb
Dear Heloise: How do you remove a broken light bulb stuck in the light socket? Karen, via e-mail
Associated Press
Associated Press CERTIFIED: Organic turnips are clearly marked as they sit in a basket at the
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Govenors Baba (P.Nolan)6.603.402.10 Solid Wood
Farmers gather to talk about land
USDA census figures show that Mahoning County had 73,400 acres of farmland in 1997 compared with
CONFERENCE USA Louisville outlasts Southern Miss in OT
Kurt Jones missed four field goals for the Golden Eagles, including two in overtime. HATTIESBURG,
BECKY SHER | Hype Bad day? Shake it up with treat
It's been a bad day. You bombed your trig test, hit three cones in driver's ed and had a huge fight
American Catholic bishops must prove skeptics wrong
Opinion: Anyone who followed the deliberations Wednesday of the nation's Roman Catholic bishops on the
MAHONING COURTHOUSE Officials OK domestic court renovations
The project is two years in the making, but should take only a month to complete. By BOB JACKSON
LEGISTATION Several bills give breaks to those in child-related careers
WASHINGTON -- Several bills introduced in the U.S. Senate would forgive portions of college loans
YOUNGSTOWN WYTV has new owner
The new owner bought the studio, offices and tower for $1 million. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
MERCER COUNTY COG asks commission to renew beach lease
The old lease expired a year ago. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU HERMITAGE, Pa. --
EAST LIVERPOOL Ex-schools chief seeks to join suit against board
The one-time schools chief is seeking more than $2 million in damages and compensation. LISBON --
MOVIE REVIEW 'Spirited Away' loses the viewer
This Asian version of 'Alice in Wonderland' goes 'oink' in the night. By MILAN PAURICH
Robinson to start as Beavers' QB
By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF LISBON -- Junior Jake Robinson, a tailback and part-
New director named
New director named CHAMPION -- The Trumbull Career and Technical Center board named a former
'Harry Potter' stars will grow on you
HOLLYWOOD-- Having a core cast of young actors creates logistical problems for any movie -- minors
YOUNGSTOWN Poland man pleads guilty in cocaine trafficking case
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Poland man faces four years in prison and will give up his car for participating in
SALEM 2 residents contest zoning for bus garage
At issue is whether the city may allow a proposed bus garage to operate in a residential
WEDNESDAY'S GAMES
WEDNESDAY'S GAMES Dallas 103, Cleveland 99 Boston 91, Philadelphia 81 New Jersey 91, San
OHIO Some ex-recipients return to welfare rolls, state says
Many have gotten off the welfare rolls, only to take jobs that don't pay enough to support their
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia9330214629 New
GAIL WHITE Never again will I forget June 6, 1944
I hate making mistakes. Since joining the paper more than two years ago and writing this column
LAWRENCE COUNTY Development blueprint nears finish
The planning director wants to put signs at six or seven entrances into the county. By LAURE
Today is Friday, Nov. 15, the 319th day of 2002. There are 46 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Nov. 15, the 319th day of 2002. There are 46 days left in the year. On this date in
Is it normal to talk to myself?
TEENGROWTH.COM Q. I don't feel comfortable talking to my parents about my problems, nor is there a
FLEA MARKETS Decide if it's worth turning old item to new use
Tips will help browsers decide what's a bargain and what isn't. ASSOCIATED PRESS Flea market
MAHONING VALLEY Cancer Society presents awards
Michele Schromofsky received the Courage Award and James Davis and Sherry McNeal were named Man and
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Boston62.750--6-2W-63-13-13-2
Wizards 105, Jazz 102
Wizards 105, Jazz 102 WASHINGTON -- Michael Jordan scored 19 points, including back-to-back layups
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Youngstown State begins with exhibition contest
The Penguins play host to Ohio Girls Basketball Magazine Legends Saturday at 7. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
NASCAR Stewart doesn't want free pass for title run
He knows, however, there are some drivers to avoid. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- With three teammates,
Wild 1, Penguins 1
Wild 1, Penguins 1 ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Marc Bergevin scored his first goal of the season for
In a leaderless party, one person stepped forward
Opinion: In a leaderless party, one person stepped forward EDITOR: In the midst of a general lack of real
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT An incorrect set of answers to Jumble puzzles were published Tuesday and Thursday
QB shuffle serves WGH well
Mike Kokal and Mike Phillips have led the Raiders to 12 consecutive victories. By BILL SULLIVAN
AUSTINTOWN Park OK'd at raucous hearing, but foes vow a ballot at battle
Audience members cursed, made kissing noises and told a trustee to shut up. By IAN HILL
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials anxious for report
The maintenance department is also being investigated by state and federal law enforcement agencies.
WINSTON CUP
WINSTON CUP Schedule The 2002 NASCAR Winston Cup schedule (winners in parentheses): Feb. 17
INDICTMENTS | Mahoning County
The following people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury: Robert R. Williamson,
Developer to buy Phar-Mor building?
A proposal includes a new parking deck with a walkway to Phar-Mor Centre. By DON SHILLING
REGION
REGION Jay's Famous Hot Dogs to celebrate reopening AUSTINTOWN -- The Jay's Famous Hot Dogs shop
SHARON Builder has plan for viaduct
The bridge has a slight S shape and is as much as 3 inches out of alignment at the deck. By HAROLD
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP Rally not enough; Sooners fall
ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Mo Williams scored 25 points and No. 8 Alabama beat No. 3 Oklahoma
YOUNGSTOWN Forum organizer: Raise sensitivity aid, for victims' families
Crime victims often get a runaround among helping agencies, an advocate says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Falling population threatens funding
The city will receive $1.8 million in federal funding for 2003. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Hitting instruction winter workouts -- are available by calling John Kish at (330) 509-
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.152.25 Bank One, .84,37.7537.76 Clear Channel, 38.46
DIVISION III
DIVISION III BEAVER LOCAL (10-2) vs. CLEVELAND BENEDICTINE (10-2) Game time: 7 p.m. at Canton
YOUNGSTOWN Exal Corp. announces plans to expand again
Last year, Exal announced a $12.6 million project creating 66 jobs over four years. By ROGER G.
Ice Diggers ground Phantom Rockets, 4-2
By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BOARDMAN -- Brian Swensen had a goal and two assists as
Business promotions benefit Second Harvest
Business promotions benefit Second Harvest Second Harvest Foodbank of the Mahoning Valley, 1122 E.
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Tony Stewart rolls his eyes at stupid questions, not hesitating to point out
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Tony Stewart rolls his eyes at stupid questions, not hesitating to point out
A Winner wonderland
By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU SHARON, Pa. -- "Mom, I really like this one," called
THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES 76ERS 99, SPURS 94 SAN ANTONIO (94) -- Bowen 1-3 3-4 6, Duncan 10-22
UNION TOWNSHIP, PA. Supervisors expect to hire an additional police officer
A detour route was announced for the closing of Covert's Crossing Bridge. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
YOUNGSTOWN Jury convicts city man in shooting
The East Philadelphia Avenue man faces a sentence of up to 11 years in prison. By BOB JACKSON
TRUMBULL COUNTY Probe prompts ban on common septic system
Developers say eliminating the use of off-lot septic systems will raise the minimum cost of a home
GIRARD WWII medals sent to vet's son
Marty Gallagher still doesn't know why the package of medals was left at his home. By TIM YOVICH
YSU Learning to relate to the homeless
About 100 students spent the night outdoors in cardboard boxes. By ROGER G. SMITH VINDICATOR
WARREN Falling population threatens funding
The city will receive $1.8 million in federal funding for 2003. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
BASEBALL Selig espouses benefits of pact
Owners are close to approving two 10-game homestands for the Expos in Puerto Rico. TUCSON, Ariz.
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials mull plans to spur development
The county is considering joining the Southwest Pennsylvania Regional Planning Commission. By
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW | Warren Harding vs. Mentor
What: Division I regional final. When: 7 p.m. Saturday. Where: Fawcett Stadium, Canton. Last
THURSDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
THURSDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX--Agreed to terms with 1B
YOUNGSTOWN PIPE MILL LTV workers OK pact with potential buyer
Rejection of a proposed contract at a Michigan plant clouds the sale of the LTV division. By PETER
WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME Crenshaw, 5 others to be inducted
One of his fellow inductees is his teacher, Harvey Penick. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (AP) -- Ben
ASK DR. RUTH Answering sex appeals
The celebrity doc has twice been selected College Lecturer of the Year. By BRITTANY DRAFFEN
STAGE REVIEW 'Faustus' gives dark warning
The cast was magnificent in this gloomy story of ambition and arrogance. By GARRY L. CLARK
BATTLE OF OHIO Bengals' receiver confident his team will win
Chad Johnson's guaranteed win is on the bulletin boards in the Cleveland Browns locker room. BEREA
WARREN 2 women indicted on perjury charges
Both women were released on $5,000 bond and are scheduled to return to court next week. By PEGGY
Government wants to probe records to find any plots
Privacy watchdogs and civil liberties groups fear a Big Brother-type situation will result. By
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Apartments for Phar-Mor building?
A purchase deal is contingent on the buyers examining the building's mechanical systems. By DON
TRUMBULL COUNTY MURDER Jurors mull death sentence, prison
The convicted killer apologized and told the jurors that he wants to be able to watch his daughter
BUSCH-FORD 300 LINEUP
BUSCH-FORD 300 LINEUP After Thursday qualifying; race Saturday At Homestead-Miami Speedway
TEAM OWNER Roush can't get enough racing
His four Cup drivers are in the top 12 in the points and have combined to give him nine wins. By
Chorus seeks members
Chorus seeks members WARREN -- Stephen Foster Chorus is having a membership drive. Those
Charged in accident
Charged in accident YOUNGSTOWN -- John P. Klink Jr., 30, of Iowa Avenue, Girard, has been charged
Lieutenant governor convinces chief justice that she can handle job
The chief justice wants the Supreme Court to settle the school-funding case by year's end. By
AP file photo
AP file photo SLOW RECOVERY: Jack Roush uses a lighted magnifier to examine spark plugs in the
PREVIEW Saturday's games
MOUNT UNION (9-0, 8-0 OAC) vs. WILMINGTON (3-6, 2-6) Game time: 1:30 p.m. at Mount Union Stadium
RED CROSS Sister chapters offer lessons to each other
Members from the Mahoning and Qingdao chapters have spent time visiting their counterparts and
Browns 'Shout Out' to the kids
A special CD is being used in a variety of ways in local schools. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
FOOD SAFETY -- A GAME OF CHICKEN
Opinion: FOOD SAFETY -- A GAME OF CHICKEN St. Louis Post-Dispatch: At a Pennsylvania poultry plant, food
Taft's visit underlines Valley's role in economy
The governor says his initiative will pay for high-tech research and promote start-up businesses.
CLARK, PA. Stay or go? Most plan to rebuild
The woman whose house is expected to be a total loss said she wouldn't think of living anywhere
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XThe Licensed Practical Nurse Association, Division 3 of Mahoning and Trumbull
Guaranteed win
Guaranteed win Give the Cincinnati Bengals credit for one thing: Nobody in the NFL is as
NASCAR WINSTON CUP Ford 400
NASCAR WINSTON CUP Ford 400 Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 1 p.m.); Sunday, race
THURSDAY'S NHL SUMS
THURSDAY'S NHL SUMS MIGHTY DU8CKS 3, BLUE JACKETS 2 Anaheim012--3 Columbus101--2 First
Collision kills 2 drivers
CHAMPION -- Two people died when a pickup truck driven by a 56-year-old Twinsburg man crossed the
Mike Kokal and Mike Phillips have led the Raiders to 12 consecutive victories.
Mike Kokal and Mike Phillips have led the Raiders to 12 consecutive victories. By BILL SULLIVAN
NFL STANDINGS
NFL STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA Buffalo540.556248269 Miami540.556210180
Clarett expects to start for OSU
The freshman running back has played sparingly with nerve damage in his left shoulder. CHAMPAIGN,
Cortland Bancorp
Cortland Bancorp CORTLAND -- Cortland Bancorp earned $1.6 million in the third quarter, or 42
Park OK'd at raucous hearing, but foes vow a ballot at battle
Audience members cursed, made kissing noises and told a trustee to shut up. By IAN HILL
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Developer to buy Phar-Mor building?
A proposal includes a new parking deck with a walkway to Phar-Mor Centre. By DON SHILLING
CLARK, PA. Many join tornado cleanup as officials hope for state grant
The borough wants help to cover the cost of labor and equipment provided by neighboring
"Times have changed and it's imperative to the security of our country and the security of our
Opinion: "Times have changed and it's imperative to the security of our country and the security of our
Jury deliberations
Jury deliberations YOUNGSTOWN -- Jurors were to resume deliberating today in Mahoning County
CANFIELD
CANFIELD The Vindicator/Bruce Palmer FARM MEETING: Jill Clark of the American Farmland Trust
COLLEGE BASKETBALL
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Favorite Points Underdog Coaches vs. Cancer Classic Madison Square
The Youngstown Community Health Center, 726 Wick Ave., is offering flu shots from 1 to 4 p.m.
The Youngstown Community Health Center, 726 Wick Ave., is offering flu shots from 1 to 4 p.m.
Sharon mayor opens truck access route
SHARON, Pa. -- The city's new truck access route from State Street to Winner Steel Services Inc. is
JOHN CARROLL FOOTBALL Theofilos makes most of opportunity
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF George Theofilos kicked for only one season of football