News for November 23, 2002

YSU FOOTBALL Penguins playing for 7-4 finish

YSU has won both of the previous contests against Samford. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS

Leadership workshop draws Valley teens

The workshop is designed to teach leadership skills and community awareness. By JoANNE VIVIANO

GIRLS BASKETBALL Underclassmen lead Rayen over Glenville, 55-49

Springfield dominated Campbell behind Talley Felger's 21 points. CLEVELAND -- Taneisha Holland had

Ursuline playoff run falls short

Turnovers hurt the Irish, who lost 13-7 to Portsmouth West. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS

NHL Pens snap winless streak

Mario Lemieux's two assists raised his league-leading point total to 38. ATLANTA (AP) -- Alexei

TOP 25 BASKETBALL Kansas romps in Preseason NIT

Alabama beat Alabama State for its 20th straight home win. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAWRENCE, Kan. --

BASEBALL Thome awaits Tribe's final offer

The team is believed to be considering adding a fifth year to its original contract. CLEVELAND

POLAND ODOT to help foot bill for railings for U.S. Route 224 bridge

ODOT will begin the work in the spring. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND

SALEM City officials plan two street projects

By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- City officials plan to eventually lengthen

YOUNGSTOWN WNBA's Darling to help reopen renovated gym

The Rockers player will sign autographs at the event. YOUNGSTOWN -- Cleveland Rockers guard Helen

INTERNET PROVIDER For a faltering AOL, the key word is 'turnaround'

AOL laid off workers and canceled its Christmas party because of the serious challenges it faces.

XJACKSON HOLE, Wyo. -- Judge D. Terry Rogers presided as Susan M. McLaughlin of Columbus, a daughter

CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight

ASHLAND UNIVERSITY Christopher Kondas of Canfield, a middle-school education major, is a sophomore

BIG TEN, MAC BASKETBALL Purdue players open the season by sharing glory

The Boilermakers trounced Miami of Ohio. ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Kenny Lowe led

Attention: winter sports coaches

Attention: winter sports coaches Coaches are asked to report game results by calling, faxing or

4 school districts try again for levies

Most of the school measures up for reconsideration in February were narrowly rejected by voters

COLLEGE BASKETBALL YSU looks encouraging in loss to Indiana State

Penguins coach John Robic said his team is better than the Sycamores. VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE REPORT

NHL Blue Jackets continue losing ways on road

The Sabres took an early lead and never relinquished it. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Taylor Pyatt scored

Rivalry rears its head in Browns locker room

Three teammates have a bet riding on the Ohio State-Michigan outcome. BEREA (AP) -- Browns rookie

YOUNGSTOWN In role at YSU, Jackson to serve in multiple fields

As a conductor, Dr. Isaiah Jackson has held titled positions in four continents. By JoANNE VIVIANO

U.S. SCHOOLS Spurred by attacks, more states require pledge

A California appeals court in June barred the practice of reciting the pledge in school because of

After cleanup of I-80 acid spill, patrolman remains hospitalized

Police said a tire blowout caused a truck carrying a tank of acid to overturn. By HAROLD GWIN

KRISTINA HAZEL | BRIAN BRUNK

XSALEM -- The Rev. Claye Folger solemnized the marriage of Kristina Hazel, a daughter of William and

NBA Cavaliers become victims as Nets flex their muscles

Cleveland was dealt its ninth straight loss. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- After ripping his New

SCRANTON, PA. Youngstown-area native will lead Polish National Catholic Church

Bishop Robert M. Nemkovich, currently the leader of the church's western diocese, will be installed

YOUNGSTOWN CIC to offer annex for appeals court

YOUNGSTOWN -- Downtown's redevelopment agency again will offer the city hall annex as new space for

My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.

My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth. Psalm 121:2

Thanksgiving services

Thanksgiving services YOUNGSTOWN -- A variety of Thanksgiving services are being offered in the

XSTRUTHERS -- Marriage vows were exchanged by Deborah Lynn Morris, 408 Brandon Ave., and Marc Allen

YOUNGSTOWN Woman gets probation for stabbing boyfriend

By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- As Judge R. Scott Krichbaum heard

CREDIT CARDS Lower interest rates a look

During the holiday season, many credit-card companies offer deals. BALTIMORE SUN Before

GIRLS BASKETBALL West Branch holds off Salem

A late 3-pointer proved to be the game-winner. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF SALEM

Bush scores major victory in foreign policy initiative

Opinion: President Bush went to this week's meeting of the 19 NATO leaders in Prague, the Czech Republic, a

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Penguins open season with rare win at BGSU

Jessica Olmstead's 3-pointer in the final minute put Youngstown State on top. By JAYME RAMSON

MAHONING COUNTY Public library to cut hours

The library lost about $800,000 in state funding this year. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF

ENVIRONMENT Energy industry lauds relaxed clean-air rules

A spokesman for the owner of a Niles power plant applauded the changes. By DAVID ENRICH STATES

YOUNGSTOWN Workers at call center get 60-day layoff notices

A Boardman man wants to lease the center, buy the equipment and increase the work force. By

NOTRE DAME Can offense put it all together against Rutgers?

A win would give the Irish a shot at a Bowl Championship Series berth. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) --

LEADER: Area native Bishop Robert M. Nemkovich, shown in St. Mary's Police National Catholic Church

ODOT to help foot bill for railings for U.S. Route 224 bridge

ODOT will begin the work in the spring. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND

JULIE TRINGHESE RAMON ALARCON

JULIE TRINGHESE RAMON ALARCON XCANFIELD -- The marriage of Julie Tringhese, 256 Brookfield Ave.,

MAHONING VALLEY 4 school districts try again for levies

Most of the school measures up for reconsideration in February were narrowly rejected by voters

Stocks mostly fall on profit taking

NEW YORK (AP) -- Wall Street mostly retrenched Friday, as investors couldn't resist a chance to cash

JENNIFER NICHOLAS BRADLEY SIMON

JENNIFER NICHOLAS BRADLEY SIMON XYOUNGSTOWN -- A reception at Squaw Creek Country Club in Vienna

YSU Leadership workshop draws Valley teens

The workshop is designed to teach leadership skills and community awareness. By JoANNE VIVIANO

BIG 12 Oklahoma takes on Texas Tech in clash for conference crown

The Sooner defense isn't afraid of Red Raiders quarterback Kliff Kingsbury. NORMAN, Okla. (AP) --

GAME TIME Today

Who: Texas Tech at Oklahoma. When: 7 p.m. TV: TBS.

PITTSBURGH Heinz-Del Monte deal will be tax-free, IRS says

Del Monte's sales are expected to double under the deal. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- H.J. Heinz Co.

TOMASINA GARRITANO DEREK DONATELLI

TOMASINA GARRITANO DEREK DONATELLI XWARREN -- The Rev. Michael Roberts officiated at 2 p.m. Oct.

PREP FOOTBALL Snow puts off playoff games

In Division VI, Mogadore advanced to the title game. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS -- Three of six

ABC MOVIE 9 miners brace to watch film of underground ordeal

The story is highly accurate, and many of the lines are the miners' own words. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

Avon Lake pupils learn about maritime disaster

Pupils at Westview Elementary School in Avon Lake, Ohio, wait to have their picture taken while

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert E. Casey, 59, of 2753 Tampa Ave., Youngstown, and Mary

Boost for a body shop

By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR BOARDMAN -- Doug Fenstermaker can explain in great

YOUNGSTOWN Driver awaits sentencing

An assistant prosecutor said the victim is partially paralyzed from his injuries. YOUNGSTOWN -- A

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY'S RESULTS FOOTBALL OHIO STATE SEMIFINALS DIVISION II Macedonia Nordonia 12, Olmsted

Probing man's death

Probing man's death CAMPBELL -- A Poland man is dead after he slumped over the wheel of the van he

College access program

College access program WARREN -- The Rotary Club & amp; Foundation of Warren has made a

SEBRING Electronic Circuits planning to close

Owners are bringing in job and training counselors to help displaced employees find new jobs. By

Associated Press

Associated Press BEFORE AND AFTER: Steve Luongo, dairy manager of Super Fresh supermarket in

Forum Health Northside

Forum Health Northside Greg and Melissa Miler, Youngstown, boy, Nov. 22. Miguel and Ivette

GOLF ROUNDUP Sorenstam goes for 11th in finale

In the PGA, Kaname Yokoo of Japan leads the Dunlop Phoenix Open. ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST PALM

Bishops to consider 'plenary council'

WASHINGTON (AP) -- America's Roman Catholic bishops will have meetings over the next two years to

SHENANGO TOWNSHIP After cleanup of I-80 acid spill, patrolman remains hospitalized

Police said a tire blowout caused a truck carrying a tank of acid to overturn. By HAROLD GWIN

NATION Schools go beyond education; everyone reaps benefits

Schools in Bennington, Vt.; New York; Boston; Chicago; and Portland, Ore., offer nonacademic

Soda sales to end

Soda sales to end The Los Angeles Unified School District board has voted to stop soda sales on

Retirement reception

Retirement reception YOUNGSTOWN -- West Side Baptist Church is honoring the Rev. Dr. Marvin and

CHRISTMAS Church services

The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open to the public in observance of

PENNSYLVANIA Researchers investigate connection between religion, cardiac recovery

Researchers want to find whether having strong religious faith can help patients with long-term

Holiday hiring

Holiday hiring Retailers are expected to add between 400,000 and 500,000 temporary jobs this

NEW CASTLE Project gives mentally ill a place to call home

The work was done by inmates from the state corrections institute. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR

Archey, Curry lead Butler over IPFW

ASSOCIATED PRESS FORT WAYNE, Ind. -- Darnell Archey scored 15 points and Lewis Curry added 13 to

STRUTHERS -- What started in 1945 as an experiment in a bar kitchen has turned into a Struthers

Melting down carton sizes

Two ice cream makers chose to reduce carton sizes rather than raise their price. EGG HARBOR

JUDAISM Eight tales for Hanukkah

With Hanukkah starting at sundown Friday, here are some stories with which kids can learn and

CONGREGATIONS Faith groups ponder the definition of success

Worship, fellowship and contributing to the community are primary areas of activity for religious

YSU

YSU Volleyball players honored by Horizon YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State volleyball freshmen

Ursuline bows out in state semifinal

Ursuline bows out in state semifinal Ursuline's Delbert Ferguson makes a first down before being

REGION

REGION Little change predicted in employment in area WARREN -- Not much change is expected in

TOP 25 ROUNDUP Women's college basketball

No. 1 Duke 108, East Carolina 46 DURHAM, N.C. -- With a showdown against Tennessee looming this

INSIDE: Families attempting to recover from a tornado nearly two weeks ago suffered additional

OHIO STATE-MICHIGAN Back alleys beckon for loser of The Game

Jim Tressel tries to improve to 2-0 vs. the Buckeyes' archrival. COLUMBUS (AP) -- As Ohio State's

Poland Fire Department Auxiliary elects officers at December meeting

POLAND -- The election of officers was on the agenda when members of Poland Fire Department

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Cemetery flowers are of grave concern

Dear Annie: My grandparents raised me. Grandma knew she wasn't the only woman in Grandpa's life, but

NBA ROUNDUP | Friday's other games

Pacers 106, Magic 70 INDIANAPOLIS -- Ron Artest had 15 points and held NBA scoring leader Tracy

Ohio Department of Education will honor 5 area educators

COLUMBUS -- Several local teachers are among nearly 100 educators statewide who are being honored

'I accept full responsibility,' Cafaro says at sentencing

The mall developer must testify for the prosecution in March against Richard E. Detore. By

In role at YSU, Jackson to serve in multiple fields

As a conductor, Dr. Isaiah Jackson has held titled positions in four continents. By JoANNE VIVIANO

HELOISE Make sure outdoor dog has warm home

Dear Readers: If you can't keep your dog indoors during the winter, then make sure you have a

Can't tame the Tigers

Can't tame the Tigers The Rayen High girls basketball team opened the season with a victory in

Little indians prepare for holiday feast

Above, Trey Rumberg, left, and Jared Clark, both of Canfield, work together to fix a play tomahawk

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 2nd--Keep Up With Jones12.407.405.00 Thunder Bey

FEDERAL COURT 'I accept full responsibility,' Cafaro says at sentencing

The mall developer must testify for the prosecution in March against Richard E. Detore. By

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