News for November 28, 2002

ICL | Girls basketball glance

JACKSON-MILTON Head coach: Jeff Eisenbraun, second year (2-19) 2001 record: 2-18, 1-13

BROWNS Rookie RB Green breaks silence

Cleveland's top draft pick ended his two-month ban of the media. BEREA (AP) -- Surrounded again,

A time to give thanks for the many blessings

Opinion: A year ago, we were in mourning for the loss of our innocence. Sept. 11, 2001, changed us forever.

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Essay reprinted in memory of Ann Landers

Dear Readers: Today is Thanksgiving. We hope you are lucky enough to be spending the holiday with

HOLIDAY FASHIONS Festive clothes reflect the need to feel good again

Last year, low key was the way to go. This season, people are more in a mood to celebrate. KNIGHT

BIOTECHNOLOGY Blue rose is 'holy grail'

The search for a blue rose has reached mythical proportions for some. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Roses

ON TOUR Golf events this week

PGA TOUR Skins Game Schedule: Saturday-Sunday. Course: Landmark Golf Club, Indio, Calif.

BIRTHS

Forum Health Northside Nikki Francis, 2930 Oakland, Apt. 1, Youngstown, girl, Nov. 27. Salem

YOUNGSTOWN Killer granted judicial release

Prosecutor Paul Gains said the case involved a possible self-defense claim. By BOB JACKSON

CLEVELAND Indians sweeten pot to try to keep Thome

The team's home-run leader won't make a decision until next week. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jim Thome's

WARREN Police chief appeals reprimand to city Civil Service Commission

Several police officers attended the meeting, showing their support for the chief. By DENISE DICK

'Winter Celebration' will begin Dec. 8

'Winter Celebration' will begin Dec. 8 YOUNGSTOWN -- Mill Creek MetroParks will host "Winter

Teenager is shot as he leaves store

YOUNGSTOWN -- An 18-year-old man was treated at St. Elizabeth Health Center after he was shot in the

AMERICAN CONFERENCE

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SCHWEBEL BAKING CO. Behind the scenes

Some details about Schwebel Baking Co.: Owners: Schwebel family. Headquarters: Midlothian

NHL STANDINGS

NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia10460265442

MIDDLE EAST Jailed Islamist reveals beliefs

The 26-year-old's family can't understand how he evolved into a follower of bin Laden who tried to

Ongoing

Ongoing ART Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown: New Age art by

PENNSYLVANIA Slots: Jackpot or gamble for state's ailing finances?

Among gambling addicts are governments that get hooked on the revenue, slots opponents argue.

UNEMPLOYMENT Joblessness strains couples' relationships

The problems that arise can crack even a strong marriage, therapists say. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

SUNDAY'S GAMES

SUNDAY'S GAMES N.Y. Jets 31, Buffalo 13 Chicago 20, Detroit 17, OT Washington 20, St. Louis 17

PREVIEW United ready for title defense

A variety of coaching experience with girls and boys has helped Matt Ziegler to excel for the Golden

COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen T. Lesko Jr., 44, of 716 Wilkerson Ave., Youngstown,

DEFENDING CHAMPS Howlandhoping to repeat in MAC

The Tigers expect competition from co-champion Canfield, Poland and Salem. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT

NEW YORK (AP)-- Forget pink ball gowns and feather boas. This Barbie's got attitude.

NEW YORK (AP)-- Forget pink ball gowns and feather boas. This Barbie's got attitude. A new kind of

Tips for making this a better shopping season

Opinion: Tips for making this a better shopping season EDITOR: The Christmas shopping season has begun,

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Purchase of site for court approved

Construction could begin as early as next fall. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON

WREATHS Nature's material things provide the perfect textures and colors

Demonstration makes wreath-making look easy. SCRIPPS HOWARD Larry Daniel, who recently retired

ETIQUETTE Host with the most believes in fare play

Etiquette experts pan the BYO events where guests have to cart in everything . HARTFORD COURANT

TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS

TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Named Bill Lajoie

Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune FEMININE DETAILS: An organza blouse and flounced skirt are just the thing

YOUNGSTOWN Program helps kids grow to understand Thanksgiving

One 3-year-old boy said he is thankful for monsters. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION

Giving thanks for hoop season

This year's basketball season crept up faster than 10 extra holiday pounds. Which is why our girls

DISABILITY INSURANCE Many will need it, but few can afford it

Your chances of becoming disabled at any time in your working life are three in 10. KNIGHT RIDDER

Ohio football honors

Ohio football honors Kenton quarterback Ben Mauk won the Ohio Mr. Football award, while the

Christians urged to defend themselves

Christians urged to defend themselves ABUJA, Nigeria -- A Catholic archbishop said Wednesday that

CHILDREN

CHILDREN Breakfast with Santa, 11 a.m. Dec. 7-8 and 14-15, Youngstown Playhouse Actors Arena, 600

CONGRESS Former U.S. Rep. Tom Sawyer leaves job with $23,786 debt

A fund-raiser next month should wipe out the congressman's campaign debt. By DAVID SKOLNICK

Best Bets

Best Bets UA holiday concert for $1? That's the deal at the KeyBank Holiday Choral Concert at 1

STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE Dixon, Bland, Davidson leaders in rugged league

They are the sparks for Cardinal Mooney, Boardman and Ursuline this season. By BRIAN RICHESSON

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Steel goal posts may solve problem

Fans rushing fields have created dangerous situations. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The scene plays out at

MAHONING COUNTY Judge dismisses suit over deputies' firings

The statute of limitations had expired on most of the claims, a judge said. By BOB JACKSON

2 charged in sales of tobacco to teens

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police charged clerks at two convenience stores with selling tobacco products to

Scripps Howard

Scripps Howard FAMILIAR RING: After 34 years of experience, Larry Daniel makes wreath-making look

ICL PREVIEW Western Reserve set again

The Blue Devils return all five starters after injuries depleted last year's squad. By JOE SCALZO

NATION Emerging face of supremacists is female, study says

Women in some white racist groups now range from 25 to 50 percent of members, a sociologist says.

DIVISION I STATE FINAL Elder set for Harding battle

By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF Cincinnati Elder had success against Warren Harding

MORE GIRLS BASKETBALL Inside

Aieshya Dixon, Amber Bland and Courtney Davidson should give the Steel Valley Conference something

Concerts become tradition

The Trans Siberian Orchestra blends musical genres into a holiday show everyone can enjoy. By

Trial reset for Feb. 10

LISBON -- A Feb. 10 trial date is set for a Knox Township man charged with aggravated murder and

METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE | Girls basketball glance

CANFIELD Head coach: Pat Pavlansky, eighth year (118-48) 2001 record: 15-5, 8-2 Returning

MR. FOOTBALL Numbers add up: Kenton's Mauk earns top Ohio honor

The Kenton quarterback was the unanimous choice. ASSOCIATED PRESS Kenton's game plan is simple:

IDEAS Holiday gift suggestions are bound to be helpful

Novice and experienced sewers alike will appreciate these helpful suggestions. By BARBARA GASH

DISTRICT Girls basketball glance

BRISTOL Head coach: Debbie Rowles, second year (12-8) 2001 record: 12-8, 9-5 East Suburban

Fifteen students to perform in YMTA recital on Sunday

YOUNGSTOWN -- Members of Youngstown Music Teachers Association will present their students in a

COLUMBUS 2 local sites to get historical markers

COLUMBUS -- Pioneer Pavilion/Trumbull Furnace in Youngstown, and Unserheim in Salem are among 53

TCL | Girls basketball glance

COLUMBIANA Head coach: Ben Shaw, second year (6-15) 2001 record: 6-14, 4-10 Returning

PREVIEW Today's game

WASHINGTON (5-6) At DALLAS (4-7) Time: 4:05 p.m. Series history: Cowboys lead 49-33-2. Cowboys

Associated Press

Associated Press CHANGE IN NAME ONLY: Jill Snyder, director of the Museum of Contemporary Art

Today is Friday, Nov. 29, the 333rd day of 2002. There are 32 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, Nov. 29, the 333rd day of 2002. There are 32 days left in the year. On this date in

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Trans Siberian Orchestra When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Where: Edward W. Powers Auditorium,

HELOISE Institute answers questions about fabric

Dear Readers: Here is some great information from our friends at the International Fabricare

YOUNGSTOWN Control board

The city's control board approved these contracts and spending items Wednesday: A $277,169

Tribe tabs Buddy Bell bench coach

Eddie Murray will return as the Tribe's hitting coach. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Buddy Bell was named the

BOXING Glory days of Joey Carkido worth reliving

The boxer is stricken with Parkinson's Disease. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN -- His face

Paying candidates to run is a spectacularly bad idea

Opinion: We realize that times change, and we must change with the times, but we can't help but wonder how

EXPERTS TIPS For the beginner crafter

Here are tips for wreaths from experts and homeowners: Use only fresh pine cones. Those on the

Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator TURKEY TIME: Makenzie Nasci of Mansell Drive, Liberty, visits with Lady,

New building at Grove City

GROVE CITY, Pa. -- The new academic building at Grove City College will be called the Hall of Arts

YOUNGSTOWN WKBN-TV to begin layoffs, union says

Union officials at a local television station rejected a request for a pay cut. YOUNGSTOWN --

Sycamore Place turned blight into delight

By JUDITH DULBERGER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT S YOU WALK OR DRIVE ALONG 12th Street and turn onto

Today is Thursday, Nov. 28, the 332nd day of 2002. There are 33 days left in the year. This is

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Nov. 28, the 332nd day of 2002. There are 33 days left in the year. This is

Group seeks signatures to put business-park issue on ballot

AUSTINTOWN -- Austintown's Concerned Citizens are circulating petitions in an attempt to force a

TODAY

TODAY 12:30 p.m. (27) (19) (2) (WBBW-AM 1240) NFL: Patriots at Lions. 1 p.m. (FOXSP) Golf:

FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL ALL-OHIO DIVISION V COLUMBUS (AP) -- The 2002 Associated Press Divisions V and VI

MAKING JUSTICE WORK

Opinion: MAKING JUSTICE WORK Washington Post: Republican control of Congress and the presidency creates an

PREP BASKETBALL Rayen girls top choice for title

The Tigers are defending City champions and have won seven of the last nine titles. By BILL

GOLF Woods claims 5th straight Grand Slam

Tiger Woods' 17-under total of 127 was 14 strokes better than runners-up Justin Leonard and Davis

Cleveland Browns rookie running back William Green relented, agreeing to an interview he avoided for

Arena negotiations

Arena negotiations YOUNGSTOWN -- The city expects to start negotiations next week with Landmark

HOWLAND Traffic worries officials

Township officials said they are not opposed to the new development. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and

NFL Patriots-Lions pits league's bright, young quarterbacks

Sit back and watch Tom Brady and Joey Harrington go to work. DETROIT (AP) -- There were people who

ADVICE Move from office to party with change in appearance

When you don't have time to stop at home before an evening out, plan ahead to revamp hair and

YOUNGSTOWN Police arrest man in slaying

Barron's sentencing for the drug charge was delayed until the murder case is sorted out in court.

WARREN MURDER TRIAL No expert testimony planned for defense

Defense attorneys are asking that the murder charges be dismissed. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR

CURBSTONE COACHES Earle Bruce visits Monday

The former Ohio State coach will be guest speaker at the noon luncheon. YOUNGSTOWN -- Former Ohio

HEALTH CHECKUP

Opinion: HEALTH CHECKUP Raleigh News & amp; Observer: The last time people in high places in

NBA STANDINGS

NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Philadelphia114.733-- New

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.162.29 Bank One,.84,39.6439.65 Clear Channel,

"The star is sacred for all servicemen."

Opinion: "The star is sacred for all servicemen." Sergei Ivanov Russian Defense Minister, on the

CITY SERIES | Girls basketball glance

CHANEY Head coach: Timothy Bakos, first year 2001 record: 8-14, 3-3 Returning letterwinners:

GIRARD HALL OF FAME | Biographies

The Girard Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held Saturday at Leo's Ristorante in Howland.

TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Girls basketball glance

BADGER Head coach: Jim Wade, 16th year (221-118) 2001 record: 9-11, 5-11 Returning

THISTLEDOWN

THISTLEDOWN WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS 1st--Sarah Nicole (J.Skerrett)4.803.202.60 Sure Sure

STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE Girls basketball glance

BOARDMAN Head coach: Ron Moschella, 23rd year (410-101) 2001 record: 19-1, 8-0 Returning

SCHWEBEL'S BAKERY They make a lot of bread, but workers rise to the task

By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR TANKER TRUCK PULLS ALONGSIDE Schwebel's bakery, ready

YOUNGSTOWN Backers: Network will help area grow

A high-speed computer network linking 28 area school districts is being opened up to businesses and

ALL-OHIO FOOTBALL Valley gets 4 on the 1st team

Newton Falls, Springfield, Mineral Ridge and Lowellville highlighted the Divisions V-VI team.

NFL Spurrier's words make Cowboys hungry for win

The NFC East rivalry heats up today with Dallas owning a nine-game winning streak over the Redskins.

MADE FROM SCRATCH: Making bread at Schwebel's bakery is a blend of automated equipment and

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