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YOUNGSTOWN CIC makes 2nd proposal for appeals court space
The proposal won't include a $1 million city subsidy. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER
REGIONAL AIRPORT No luck so far in landing an airline
Discussions are continuing with Delta, which could offer service to a hub in Cincinnati, a
THE WEST COAST Pact OKs technology at ports, but it's not cutting-edge stuff
New contract brings labor-saving measures to West Coast ports. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The new labor
COLUMBUS Fiesta officials have Ohio ties, but 13-0 record is the magic
Tickets for the bowl will be hard to come by for most fans, unless they are students, employees or
KIDS' PROJECTS
KIDS' PROJECTS Birthday party beginnings The best way start a birthday party is with a welcome
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Mark and Donna Zarlengo, 527 N. Brockway, Youngstown, girl, Nov. 25. Christopher
MAHONING COUNTY Two men sentenced in slashing
A jury convicted both men of aggravated robbery and felonious assault. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
TRAFICANT CASE FBI conducts perjury probe
The investigation could wrap up in six weeks, the FBI says. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Group alleviates a dire plight within our borders
Pine Ridge is the second-largest Indian reservation in the country. It is also one of the poorest
Talking turkey about carving
WASHINGTON POST What about the bird? Do you present it a la Norman Rockwell and carve at the
OHIO Honda hopes drivers get into their Elements
The company is bringing its first light-truck production to Ohio. EAST LIBERTY, Ohio (AP) -- Honda
PREVIEW YSU basketball
Who: Youngstown State men (0-1) vs. Slippery Rock (1-0). When: 7 tonight Where: Beeghly Center.
CLEVELAND Cavs to honor Tait for calling 2,500th game
The team will give away 5,000 "Bobble-belly" dolls tonight. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Joe Tait's distinct
KSU-TRUMBULL Civil rights program is planned
The project focuses on civil rights, the community and law enforcement. CHAMPION -- Kent State
MAHONING COUNTY Woman who caused fatal crash wins release from prison
The woman will be allowed to return to work while she is under house arrest. By BOB JACKSON
Pa. game officials express high hopes for bear season
TARENTUM, Pa. (AP) -- Pennsylvania game officials are hoping for another successful three-day
STEELERS No day off is result of play
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Steelers didn't get Monday off, yet that hardly bothered
LISBON Contempt of court lands Warren attorney in jail
LISBON -- A Warren attorney spent the weekend in the Columbiana County jail after a contempt finding
HELLO? HELLO? Trumbull cell phones
Here's a list of cellular telephones in Trumbull County government by department, compiled in May
SEASON OPENER Bucks hold off Coppin St.
Boardman's Terence Dials had four points and three rebounds in 11 minutes. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Coppin
COLLEGES Marhefka wins first for Rock
Ursuline High graduate Greg Foster led Wesminster in a loss to Case Western Reserve. SLIPPERY
CORPORATE AMERICA Women in top posts on the rise
Women make up about 16 percent of top-ranking executives at the country's largest companies. NEW
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Women's college basketball
No. 3 LSU 88, Florida Atlantic 55 BATON ROUGE, La. -- Seimone Augustus scored 24 points on 10-of-
COLUMBIANA CO. Cranmer presses to set up 911 plan
Officials plan to bring the issue before voters in the spring. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
U.S.' nuke interests begin to mushroom
Sometimes, only nuclear bombs will do the job, experts say. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR As United
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David M. Thompson, 36, of 43 N. Schenley Ave., Youngstown, and
LIQUOR CONTROL
LIQUOR CONTROL Paperwork The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit
CANFIELD TOWNSHIP Lawyer, Teamsters to discuss contract
Trustees will apply for money to renovate the sheriff's post. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
MEDICARE Site helps evaluate nursing homes
The Web site is chock-full of information to help consumers choose a nursing home. By SUSAN COBURN
YOUNGSTOWN Wedding ring traded for drugs leads to slaying
The man was slain while trying to retrieve his wife's wedding ring. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Weighing impact on bone loss
By LISA LIDDANE KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS We've heard for years that exercise can help keep our
3 Oregon firefighters die battling blaze
3 Oregon firefighters die battling blaze PORTLAND -- A fire at an auto body shop in downtown Coos
COLUMBUS Illness results in delay of murder trial
Hermando Harton Jr. is accused of killing his wife, fleeing police and endangering his children.
HERMITAGE Budget includes no new taxes
Income-tax revenue is expected to increase by $250,000 next year. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Detmer sparks Eagles before injury takes toll
Donovan McNabb's replacement was impressive in the 38-17 win over the 49ers. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --
TRAFICANT Some items on auction list to go back to government
The auction has run into roadblocks since it was announced last week. By PATRICIA MEADE
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.20 2.30 Bank One,.84,39.3639.39 Clear Channel, 41.86
Man critical after fight
Man critical after fight NILES -- A Greenville, Ohio, man was in critical condition this morning
MONDAY'S RESULTS
MONDAY'S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL AREA Fitch 46, Chaney 23 Leetonia 75, Wilson 22 Boardman
Having contest in Nigeria was not a beautiful sight
Opinion: The western African nation of Nigeria, as the site of the Miss World pageant, was a riot waiting to
MR. BUSH AND TOBACCO
Opinion: MR. BUSH AND TOBACCO Washington Post: Organizations that violate U.S. sanctions on Iraq cannot
New Castle baby's death being probed
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Authorities are waiting for the results of an autopsy to determine whether
GIRARD DAM Mayor talks of valve fix
The mayor is looking to use Niles Water Department equipment to repair the valve. By TIM YOVICH
FOOD INDUSTRY Group: New labels will boost prices
The guidelines involving the labeling of the foods' origins were issued in October. WASHINGTON
COOK UP A PLAN Here's what to do
With a little planning, the holiday feast won't turn into a fiasco. Here's a few tips to follow:
TIPS For keeping off the weight
Medical experts at KidsHealth offer parents these tips for preventing weight problems in children:
SAFETY These toys aren't child's play, group declares
World Against Toys Causing Harm aims to prevent toy-related injuries and deaths. By JOHN JURGENSEN
PREP BASKETBALL Newton Falls downs Warren JFK in overtime
Western Reserve improved to 3-0 with a win over Southern. WARREN -- Bolting from a 48-all tie at
REGIONAL AIRPORT Consultant: No luck yet in landing an airline, but Delta talks continue
By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF VIENNA -- Prospects of luring a commercial airline to
Austintown trustees rent park to Wickliffe group for a dollar
AUSTINTOWN -- Township trustees have unanimously agreed to rent Wickliffe Circle Park in front of
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Parents aren't keeping word to newlyweds
Dear Annie: I was married last August. The day after our brief honeymoon, my parents moved in with
NBA ROUNDUP Monday's games
Suns 86, Bucks 81 PHOENIX -- Rookie Amare Stoudemire had his first NBA double-double with season-
Harding lands four players on All-Ohio squad
Fitch's Davanzo Tate and Chaney's Ed McElroy and Keilen Dykes were also first-teamers. VINDICATOR
Reaching a milestone
Reaching a milestone Joe Tait's distinct voice has been about the only thing Cleveland Cavaliers
Prep roundups
Prep roundups Renee Farina connected on six 3-point goals and finished with 20 points and Amber
CURIOUS? Here's the list
Curious George plush doll, made by BRIO Digital Monsters Digimon Bank, Fun-4-All Little Stars
BUTLER INSTITUTE Guardian of art
After careers as a news reporter and police officer, the head of security at the Butler enjoys the
NILES Vehicular homicide case sent to grand jury
The suspect did not take the stand during the hearing. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
WARREN Former Harding standout believes Raiders similar to 1990 title team
Astron Whatley was a sophomore on Harding's last state final team. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
REUNIONS
XThe women of Craiger Street will hold a Christmas party reunion at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 4 at Johnny's on
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Make It Cash35.2022.6014.40 Fearnought (D.Whitney)38.8014.40
YOUNGSTOWN Man admits to assault on a friend
The victim, who was beaten into a coma, now lives in Kansas. He does not remember the assault. By
FURNISHINGS Arrange seating to suit conversation, comfort
Final touches can really pull the look together. By MARGI VORDER BRUEGGE AND GEORGE SNEAD
Pirates acquire Simon, ship Burnside to Tigers
The trade gives Pittsburgh a productive player at first base. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh
NATION Survey says home repair jobs draw consumer complaints
The FTC warns consumers to be wary of repairmen who work door to door. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Roofs
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2002. There are 35 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2002. There are 35 days left in the year. On this date
ALL-OHIO FOOTBALL TEAMS
DIVISION I First Team OFFENSE: Ends--Devin Jordan, Massillon Washington, 6-foot-3, 195 pounds,
MAHONING VALLEY OSU football victory has fans proud, but rioting leaves them embarrassed
Several OSU fans said the Michigan game was the most emotional victory in Buckeye football history.
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Baseball School -- will offer five-week camps in March for players age 8-11 and 12-
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Packers: Offensive tackle Chad Clifton could be out for the season after injuring his hip when
OSU officials are talking to other universities to find out how they prevent victory celebrations
OSU officials are talking to other universities to find out how they prevent victory celebrations
E. Palestine shortfall
E. Palestine shortfall EAST PALESTINE -- The city is considering taking money from a trust fund to
Administrators will be able to access images from in-school cameras.
Administrators will be able to access images from in-school cameras. By JoANNE VIVIANO
POLICE CALLS Canfield, Austintown
Summary of police activity: CANFIELD CITY Nov. 17 Threats: A resident in the 200 block of
First Night volunteers
First Night volunteers YOUNGSTOWN -- First Night Youngstown, the family-oriented and alcohol-free
HUBBARD School board
Actions taken Monday by the Hubbard Board of Education: Approved a $23,710 one-year contract with
YOUNGSTOWN Judge sentences 4th man convicted in rape
Jamar Callier's testimony was a critical part of the prosecutor's case against three other
AFC Browns' Davis cautions team about playoffs
Cleveland's coach thinks it's still too early to think about the postseason. BEREA (AP) -- With
TRAFICANT TRIAL FBI conducts perjury probe
The investigation could wrap up in six weeks, the FBI says. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
LAWRENCE COUNTY Pa. Senate considers appointing coroner
It is unclear if the Senate will vote before recessing Wednesday. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
GREENVILLE Mercer County Prison Board wants formal jail pact
The county is looking at adding a modular housing unit to house certain prisoners. By HAROLD GWIN
COLLEGE SPORTS AT A GLANCE
MEN'S BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES EAST Connecticut 67, George Washington 55 Drew 76, Swarthmore
"There is premeditation to target Iraq, whatever the pretext."
Opinion: "There is premeditation to target Iraq, whatever the pretext." Foreign Minister Naji Sabri In a
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials: Some will keep cell phones
Employees may have been abusing their airtime, one county commissioner says. By STEPHEN SIFF and
Writer showed no respect for greatest generation
Opinion: Writer showed no respect for greatest generation EDITOR: I couldn't believe what I was reading
FILE Astron Whatley
HONORS MAC Freshman of the Year at tailback in 1994. All-MAC first team running back in 1995-96.
HELOISE Monitoring service wastes your money
Dear Heloise: I received a form from a national chain store offering to maintain a credit-monitoring
MEN'S TOP 25 Alabama routs Middle Tennessee
No. 6 Duke beat Davidson for the 16th straight time. ASSOCIATED PRESS TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- Erwin
HEALTH Experts offer ways to curb kids' obesity
Children with abnormally high weight risk early diabetes, kidney failure and even death. By
Government seeks to garnish proceeds of upcoming auction
The former congressman owes nearly $250,000 to the government. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Jeffrey A. Kurz of Poland, who passed the Ohio State Bar Examination, is the son
Stiff punishment should be swift and sure for OSU rioters
Opinion: For some students, going to The Ohio State University was a dream come true, and for those who were
WEST MIDDLESEX, PA. Weather delays cleanup at acid-spill site on I-80
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Excavation of soil contaminated by a hydrochloric acid spill along Interstate
Charged in death
Charged in death AUSTINTOWN -- Robert A. Buila, 25, of Tippecanoe Road, Canfield, is free on
Thome offered 5th year
Indians GM Mark Shapiro said the team won't get into a bidding war. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR SAN FRANCISCO -- Nicole Hopkins has beaten the holiday crush, but she