News for November 21, 2002

'Die' is just another common Bond

Even Oscar winner Halle Berry's role is nothing special. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR

POLICE CALLS Boardman

Summary of police activity: Nov. 11 Theft: Two dealer tags were missing from a vehicle at Rick

NEEDED: A SKUNK

Opinion: NEEDED: A SKUNK Washington Post: For deficit hawks, these are worrisome days. As Republican

Community theater

Community theater NOV. 29 No way it's going to be "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" if the

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS WEDNESDAY 2nd--Whispered Illusn (Spieth)13.203.602.10 a-Viski

WEATHERSFIELD SCHOOLS District pursues grant for solvency

School officials continue to look for ways to cut costs but say a levy is needed. By MARY R. SMITH

TRUMBULL COUNTY Use state purchasing till probes end, prosecutor advises

Commissioners are planning to follow the prosecutor's advice. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY

X Dr. David Sweet, president of Youngstown State University, has joined the board of directors of

REGION

REGION Farmers National announces dividend CANFIELD -- Farmers National Banc Corp. announced a

Associated Press

Associated Press JOINING ALLIANCE: Workers hang up national flags of the NATO member countries on

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Win over Va. Tech is huge for WVU

The Mountaineers see the 21-18 win as a program-builder. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- West Virginia

YSU Deficit projections loom over budget for 2004 fiscal year

About 80 percent of YSU students receive financial aid. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION

Massillon Washington surges since loss to Warren Harding

The Tigers have won four straight entering Saturday's state semifinal. By JOHN BASSETTI

YSU FOOTBALL Samford prefers to throw ball

The Bulldogs are worried about containing P.J. Mays. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

Scripps Howard

Scripps Howard CENTERPIECE: Using natural elements such as these fresh-picked pumpkins, you can

YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN REGIONAL CHAMBER Effort fosters manufacturing collaboration

A new program encourages companies to talk about how to bring high-tech equipment to the area. THE

SHARON Loan OK'd for Paramount expansion

SHARON, Pa. -- The Shenango Valley Enterprise Zone will lend Paramount Games Inc. $150,000 to help

A CLASSIC: Canadian-born guitarist Pat Travers will perform Wednesday night at Classic Rock Cafe in

3 named prize winners

The biennial awards recognize the Valley's most aesthetically pleasing building projects. THE

YOUNGSTOWN Council action

City council passed these items Wednesday: Authorized the board of control to grant Exal Corp. a

The problem with mixing politics and religion is clear

Opinion: It's difficult to miss the irony. At a time when this nation is involved in a war against a movement

YOUNGSTOWN Lawyer acquitted of traffic charge

The judge said the state failed to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt. By PATRICIA MEADE

FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL OHIO STATE SEMIFINAL PAIRINGS DIVISION I Warren Harding (13-0) vs. Massillon

BOXING Vargas suspended for use of steroids

The boxer claims he was unaware he had taken the banned substance. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Fernando

Today is Thursday, Nov. 21, the 325th day of 2002. There are 40 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Nov. 21, the 325th day of 2002. There are 40 days left in the year. On this date

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Neighbor's second-hand smoke affects baby

Dear Annie: My 3-month-old son was born prematurely and has severe lung problems. We live in a

STEELERS Maddox recalls his fearful experience

The quarterback has received thousands of get-well wishes. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Tommy Maddox went

CANFIELD Council OKs $35,000 to start up TV station

By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- City council has taken the first step toward

NBA ROUNDUP Wednesday's games

Celtics 96, Nets 79 BOSTON -- Tony Delk and Shammond Williams each scored 21 points to lead Boston

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Tod M. Pierce, 33, of 589 Sexton St., Struthers, and Traci A.

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.18 2.30 Bank One,.84,38.7238.73 Clear Channel, 41.00

COLUMBUS Late goal helps Blue Jackets avoid late loss

Pavol Demitra scored on St. Louis' first shot after just 16 seconds -- the fastest goal ever scored

DENNIS NORTHCUTT Dennis the Menace becoming Browns' breakout receiver

The third-year player has 500 yards receiving and five touchdowns. BEREA (AP) -- Like one of his

'Dennis the Menace'

'Dennis the Menace' Like one of his dazzling punt returns, Dennis Northcutt of the Cleveland

NFL

NFL Favorite Points Underdog Sunday NEW ENGLAND 7 Minnesota Tennessee 2 BALTIMORE

THE MASTERS LPGA commissioner Ty Votaw assails Augusta

The club donates more than $3 million a year to charities, and the LPGA Tour is among the

Best Bets

Best Bets UJohnny Angel and the Halos will play classic oldies songs at the 18th annual Swing

"It is landmark in its scope and it ends a session which has seen two years worth of legislative

Opinion: "It is landmark in its scope and it ends a session which has seen two years worth of legislative

Dear finder: You returned more than a necklace

Opinion: Dear finder: You returned more than a necklace EDITOR: This is a message to a special person out

Expansion loan approved for firm

THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN SHARON, Pa. -- The Shenango Valley Enterprise Zone will lend Paramount

DIVISION IV SEMIFINAL Roller-coaster season reaching its peak

Ursuline starts seven players both ways, but Portsmouth West has nine, and both have good size. By

PENNSYLVANIA State Senate OKs bill for Sunday liquor sales

The state liquor control board sought approval of the two-year pilot project. HARRISBURG (AP) --

An 'A' to Harding's 'D': Raiders defense strong

Warren Harding had seven sacks in last week's regional final win over Mentor. By BRIAN RICHESSON

NHL STANDINGS

NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia10350255234

YOUNGSTOWN Man asks for leniency, gets prison

The judge said he'd heard the promises before. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER

WRESTLING

WRESTLING Mt. Union 35, Thiel 3 -- The Purple Raiders are 1-4. The Tomcats are 0-2. Pittsburgh

HELOISE Ideas are given to refresh old potpourri

Dear Heloise: How can I refresh my old potpourri without going to the expense of buying the

ROUNDUP Wednesday's other games

Islanders 3, Panthers 3 SUNRISE, Fla. -- Kenny Jonsson scored midway through the third period as

PREP PREVIEW Ursuline vs. Portsmouth West

What: Division IV state semifinal. When: 7:30 p.m. Friday. Where: Zanesville Sulsberger Memorial

Tonight

Tonight MUSIC Cleveland Orchestra Piano Trio, 7:30, Kent State University Auditorium, 3325 W.

STEPPING INTO YOUNGSTOWN: "Lord of the Dance," the Irish dance show that was created by fast-footed

LOCAL

LOCAL Amron Four wins senior tournament STRUTHERS -- The Amron Four squad of Ray Heaven, Joe

Lawrence County UW makes final appeal

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Lawrence County United Way is making its final appeal for donations.

Mike Tyson to fight in ring where he last lost to Lewis

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Mike Tyson will begin his latest comeback in the same ring where he took a beating

NHL Montreal defeats Pens in overtime

The Penguins are winless in their last seven games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jean-Sebastien Aubin played

NBA STANDINGS

NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic DivisionWLPctGB New Jersey84.667--

HUMILI-TAINMENT Freak-show fascination

Gross-out humor, reality shows and 'Jackass' culture have led to a bizarre trend. By TOM MAURSTAD

YOUNGSTOWN Survey: Smoky Hollow could become home

A full marketing survey should be done by December. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR

Austintown man, 19, shot in leg

AUSTINTOWN -- A Maplecrest Drive teen was shot in the leg Wednesday evening on Oakcrest Drive.

NFL Players union appeals penalties for ephedra

Union chief Gene Upshaw said players might use the substance inadvertently. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

Clarett expects to play, but Tressel still unsure

The freshman running back needs 56 yards to break Robert Smith's freshman record. COLUMBUS (AP) --

WARREN Hearing set on killer's penalty

The convicted killer is scheduled to be sentenced next month. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR

WEDNESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS

WEDNESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Added OF Darnell McDonald

Report: Global warming threatens West's water

Report: Global warming threatens West's water LOS ANGELES -- Global warming will have a

GAME TIME Pitt vs. Miami

When: 7:30 tonight. Where: Orange Bowl. TV/radio: ESPN, WBBW-AM (1240).

Police probe 2 burglaries in Sharon

SHARON, Pa. -- Police are investigating a pair of residential burglaries, one in which the thief was

YOUNGSTOWN Despite report on high-fat diet, Heart Association keeps its guide

Questions started coming in to the local Heart Association office the day after the study was

Fall season's notable, quotable

On Sept. 10, 2001, I asked Hubbard volleyball player Katy Jo Mroski about the Eagles' 122-game

Neshannock officials pick records contact

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Neshannock Township supervisors designated township Secretary Leslie Bucci the

BASEBALL Expos will play games in San Juan

Montreal will play three homestands in Puerto Rico and 22 games total. IRVING, Texas (AP) -- San

WAR ON TERRORISM U.S. recruits Iraqis to fight Saddam

The hush-hush U.S. effort is aggravating infighting between opposition groups. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Lance and Kathleen Scheafnocker, 6300 South Ave., Apt. 1202, Boardman, girl, Nov.

YOUNGSTOWN Grant would replace Westlake Terrace with golf facility

By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- A golf training facility is planned to

PITTSBURGH-MIAMI Hurricanes bigger than Big East

Pittsburgh is 0-11-1 all-time against the nation's No. 1 team, including a 43-21 loss last year.

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