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WARREN Teen gets his shot at an acting career
The JFK freshman will be in a Cadillac Escalade television commercial. By DENISE DICK
HELOISE Pimientos differ from red bell peppers
Dear Heloise: Something came up a year or so ago. Someone asked about pimientos. Your answer was
SHARON, PA. To promote safety, county distributes gun locks
The cable locks fit through gun chambers, barrels or magazines. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Global war on AIDS depends on honesty
Opinion: There was a major development Monday in the worldwide effort to stop the spread of AIDS, an
There were no current Struthers city officials at Saturday's rally for the striking Astro Shapes
There were no current Struthers city officials at Saturday's rally for the striking Astro Shapes
BROWNS Green still absent from locker room
His NFL-imposed four-game suspension ended Monday. BEREA (AP) -- William Green's strange and
NON-CONFERENCE Strong rebounding powers Rayen's win
Taryn Perkins had 19 rebounds while Taniesha Holland also sparkled. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR
NEW STEP IN SAFETY: Julie Nimmons, president of Schutt Sports equipment company, has high hopes for
NEW STEP IN SAFETY: Julie Nimmons, president of Schutt Sports equipment company, has high hopes for
MAHONING VALLEY Union floods Bush with messages on steel tariffs
If the president's mind is made up, union leaders hope to change it. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
HUBBARD Council shelves proposal
The federal government has approved $270,000 to repair flood damage. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
DISTRICT Boys basketball preview
BEAVER LOCAL Coach: Mike Soherbeck, second season (17-5). 2002-03 record: 17-5. Returning
Vehicle-buying effort hits roadblock
Trustees would like to buy the cars locally, but the process is complicated. & lt;a
VIDEO SLOTS Tracks consider forcing the issue
Today is the deadline to put the issue before voters. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
YOUNGSTOWN Panel supports YSU early college
A student trustee said the plan will mean a stronger YSU-city schools bond. By JoANNE VIVIANO
AFC NORTH Steelers one loss from a losing year
Pittsburgh could go from first to last in just one season. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh
NATION Mercer County ranks 18th in study of safest locations
Youngstown placed 48th in the ranking of America's most dangerous cities. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
Bill with arena funds on hold
The delay won't jeopardize the development proposal, legislative aides said. & lt;a
OHIO LAWMAKERS Officials OK plan targeting MRDD facilities
One of the facilities is in Mineral Ridge. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT COLUMBUS
OSU WOMEN Buckeyes roll past IUPUI for fourth win
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Caity Matter sank 8-of-12 three-point shots and finished with 26 points to lead No.
PITTSBURGH PENGUINS Lemieux's raise to be held back
Even with Lemieux's rollback, the Penguins will lose about $5 million. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Owner-
It's time for silent majority to speak against godlessness
Opinion: It's time for silent majority to speak against godlessness EDITOR: The Pilgrims came to this
Public library plans two sessions on using Grant Center resources
YOUNGSTOWN -- Reservations are being taken for two Grant Center programs. "Getting Started with
Nurses offer clarification about forms of hepatitis
Opinion: Nurses offer clarification about forms of hepatitis EDITOR: After reading the letters to the
NFL Chiefs set to meet toughest opponent -- Denver
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Even though Cincinnati handed Kansas City its only loss this season, the
COLUMBIANA CO. Dog plan expected to pass
The plan would boost the cost of getting a dog from the county pound. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
AHEAD
AHEAD * "Rent" is due Feb. 3-8 at Heinz Hall in Pittsburgh. The late Jonathan Larson was inspired
REGION
REGION Stein Mart to close its Boardman store BOARDMAN -- Stein Mart, a Florida-based retailer,
YOUNGSTOWN Police capture ex-con in identity thefts
A probation official said William Davis preyed on people who share his name. By BOB JACKSON
HAIR Astrological signs guide women to flattering styles
NEW YORK (AP) -- Many women choose a new hairstyle based on a celebrity photo in a magazine or a
YSU women play at Buffalo Wednesday
YSU women play at Buffalo Wednesday The Youngstown State women's basketball team (1-3) continues
EAST PALESTINE Man charged with attempting to rob cashier at knife point
EAST PALESTINE -- Police said the case of a city man charged with attempting to rob the Dairy Mart
NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Water bills will rise in April after council approves increase
The increase will help finance construction of two new water tanks. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
GAIL WHITE The littlest one just tries to keep up with the blur of family life
Sometimes, I feel sorry for my youngest child. With the other children in our family being
Hoppel to seek third term as commissioner
LISBON -- Columbiana County Commissioner Jim Hoppel says he wants to continue working to create jobs
BOSTON RED SOX Schilling, Martinez still without new manager
Oakland bench coach Terry Francona is considered the front-runner. BOSTON (AP) -- Curt Schilling
NBA James, Anthony collide again tonight as Cavs visit Nuggets
Denver is enjoying its best start since 1994-95, while Cleveland is struggling. DENVER (AP) --
LEETONIA Police, kids collecting for needy
Last year, police and students gave 25 food baskets through cash donations. By NANCY TULLIS
Niles defends well in victory
Girard's Cachet Murray, recovering from the flu, was held out of the game. & lt;a
BOARDMAN Rulli brothers compete for grocery store name
The owner of a competing grocery store filed suit over the new store's name. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Boys basketball preview
ALLIANCE Coach: Shawn Jackson, third season, 7-36 2002-03 record: 6-16, 1-11 (Federal League).
WARREN Police chief's hearing scheduled
The chief says the mayor's 'initials reversed are the same as Hitler's.' By PEGGY SINKOVICH
CORTLAND Officials will vote on study
An engineer is to present a plan to fix neighborhood drainage Jan. 12. By STEPHEN SIFF
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.562.67 Bank One,.84,44.3144.32 Clear Channel, 42.93
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2003. There are 28 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Dec. 3, the 337th day of 2003. There are 28 days left in the year. On this date
Chevrolet's Cavalier sales remain strong
Sales continue to be strong for the Chevrolet Cavalier as it begins its last model year. General
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Nov. 23 Felonious assault:
Stylist offers hair-raising hints for moms
NEW YORK (AP) -- Hairstylist Rodney Cutler, owner of New York's Cutler Salon, knows the challenges
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia14351347144
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Joseph and Deborah Farelli, 15200 Mock Road, Berlin Center, boy, Nov. 29. Peter
4th Ward
4th Ward These are the 4th Ward properties on the city's demolition list and their projected
TIME TO DECORATE: Alec and his sister Jennifer, 6, both of Boardman, decorate a Christmas wish tree.
TIME TO DECORATE: Alec and his sister Jennifer, 6, both of Boardman, decorate a Christmas wish tree.
NEWTON FALLS Electric customers to get one-time break on bill
Residential customers will get 25 percent off their electric bill. By ERIC GROSSO VINDICATOR
MERCER, PA. Man sentenced for burglary, theft
MERCER, Pa. -- A Mercer man was sentenced to seven to 24 months in jail for burglary and theft by
GIRLS BASKETBALL Boardman gives Hubbard a lesson
The Spartans opened their season with a 75-31 win against the Eagles. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Blue Jackets may get top pick for tonight's game
The Blue Jackets lost two players, but Nikolai Zherdev may be coming. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES AREA Struthers 47, Chaney 37 Rayen 63, Sharon 48 Leetonia 65,
TOP 25 ROUNDUP Kansas backs up No. 1 ranking
The Jayhawks went from sixth to first before routing TCU. ASSOCIATED PRESS FORT WORTH, Texas --
Boom Boom laid to rest
Boom Boom laid to rest Services were held this morning for Leonard N. "Boom Boom" Mancini. C5.
Lakeview schools levy to be on primary ballot
CORTLAND -- A new levy for Lakeview schools will be on the primary ballot in 2004, said district
CHAMPION SCHOOLS Board member honored for service
Assault leave was approved for a high school teacher hurt by a student. CHAMPION -- Peigi Tracey,
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Just Call Me Sun6.804.80 2.60 Time Inthe Box(G Grismore)4.802.80
Dems will cover Boccieri's district
The 61st District rep won't have to resign when he goes on military duty. & lt;a
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-0-5 Pick 4, 8-7-4-0 Buckeye 5, 4-6-29-
Bush retreat from trade fight sends the wrong message
Opinion: The White House tried to put a happy face on the lifting of steel tariffs by President Bush
YSU Symposiums for educators are scheduled
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown State University CATALYST is sponsoring two symposiums this week,
Group's clinics target weight control, smoking
Group's clinics target weight control, smoking YOUNGSTOWN -- The American Lung Association of Ohio
MAC BASKETBALL Brink, Salem ready to play
The successful former Springfield coach now takes over the Quakers' program. By BRIAN RICHESSON
AREA'S TOP 25 Boys basketball players to watch
Mark Aikens, Austintown Fitch, 6-foot, senior Justin Byler, Howland, 6-2, senior Jay Davis,
ASSOCIATED PRESS
ASSOCIATED PRESS ITH ONE OF COLLEGE football's most storied rivalries as the backdrop, a new
REGION Methods of collecting bills vary
Landlords don't think they should be responsible for any water delinquencies. By ROGER G. SMITH
Thieves steal antique fixtures
The investor thinks houses in the historic district will be worth a fortune. & lt;a
Students will receive instruction from high-school teachers during ninth and 10th grades and take
Students will receive instruction from high-school teachers during ninth and 10th grades and take
MAHONING COUNTY B.J. Alan asks court for ruling on zoning
The company says it will lose millions of dollars if construction is delayed. By BOB JACKSON
Teen faces juvenile trial in drug death of another
Trial is scheduled for Friday before the juvenile judge. & lt;a
Salem park district levy will go on March ballot
Salem park district levy will go on March ballot SALEM -- Voters will be asked in the March
CLEVELAND ISG reports a $49 million loss, cites start-up and pension costs
The steelmaker plans to reduce its debt by selling stock. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS
NFL MONDAY NIGHT Jets put it all together to beat Titans, 24-17
The loss prevented Tennessee from taking first place in the AFC South. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP)
Couch's injury just slightly sprained knee
BEREA (AP) -- Browns quarterback Tim Couch sustained a sprained knee ligament in Sunday's loss at
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Internal Affairs Committee of the Youngstown State University Board of Trustees,
Lipstick promotion benefits AIDS fund
LOS ANGELES TIMES Since 1994, M.A.C.'s Viva Glam lipsticks have offered a way to look chic and
NHL Penguins score 4-3 win over Thrashers
Ramzi Abid had the game winner with just over 31/2 minutes remaining. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
ABERCROMBIE & amp; FITCH Retailer denies it succumbed to pressure
Its explicit catalog was pulled to free up shelf space, the company said. COLUMBUS (AP) --
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League NEW YORK YANKEES--Agreed to terms with 3B Aaron
SUCCESS STORIES | DONALD ERB A man of noteworthy ambition
By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN NATIVE Donald Erb has composed more than
The FBI knows best
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: The FBI has a tough charge. It must ferret out domestic terrorists while
5th Ward
5th Ward These are the 5th Ward properties on the city's demolition list and their projected
Horse house: an unstable situation
An open door lets Bullseye come and go between the house and makeshift pen. By ROGER G. SMITH
Police are hot-button topic at city forum
The U.S. district attorney attended to learn about the community's concerns. & lt;a
VIDEO NOW
VIDEO NOW (Hasbro, $39.99) A black-and-white hand-held video system. Kids liked that it was
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP News and notes
All-MAC team: There were 14 repeaters on the All-Mid-American Conference teams. Honored as first-
Counterfeit $50 bills
Counterfeit $50 bills YOUNGSTOWN -- Four counterfeit $50 bills were taken Tuesday from a 15-year-
Masked robbers strike
Masked robbers strike HILLSVILLE, Pa. -- Two masked men forced their way into a Francis Drive
Roethlisberger keys Miami win
The RedHawks beat Bowling Green, 49-27, for their first MAC title since 1986. BOWLING GREEN (AP)
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
WEDNESDAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from
LORDSTOWN Panel OKs pact for transport service
Officials want to continue contracting out the transportation service. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
YSU Panel backs early college
A student trustee said the plan will mean a stronger YSU-city schools bond. By JoANNE VIVIANO
LISBON Official questions extent of inmate labor in courthouse
A commissioner says the work amounts to small jobs. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert A. Stayer, 52, of 1062 Lois Court, Youngstown, and
YSU MEN'S BASKETBALL Penguins suffer third road loss against Boston U.
Freshman Quinn Humphrey paced YSU with 17 points in the 83-61 defeat. VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE REPORT
Cortland mayor to challenge commissioner
A former county commissioner also is seeking appointment to the board. & lt;a
Youngstown native to serve as public service director
He begins the new job next month. COLUMBUS -- Mayor Michael B. Coleman appointed a former
Judge denies Koliser's request to delay carrying out execution
YOUNGSTOWN -- One day after it was filed, a Mahoning County judge has denied Martin L. Koliser Jr.'s
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Readers offer advice to mother of child who likes to bite
Dear Annie: I would like to respond to the letter from "Nibbled in Sturgis, Mich.," whose 17-month-
BOARDMAN PARK Sitting service frees up shoppers
Two dates are being offered this month. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Brookfield holds off charge from Badger
Maplewood is 2-0 after beating Lakeview. KINSMAN -- Jackie Rust came off the bench to score 14
BEAVER TOWNSHIP Panel: Allow B.J. Alan store
By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NORTH LIMA -- The Beaver Township Zoning Commission is
Pearl Harbor Day Mass
Pearl Harbor Day Mass Lt. Frederick Kahn VFW Post 1423 is hosting the annual Pearl Harbor Day Mass
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Colts: Tight end Dallas Clark hobbled in Monday on crutches, running back James Mungro was in a
Making wishes come true
By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- Cadillac Drive, like many streets, is
6th Ward
6th Ward These are the 6th Ward properties on the city's demolition list and their projected
Mom's suit alleges pupil was hurt in bus rush
Mom's suit alleges pupil was hurt in bus rush NILES -- A city woman has sued the local school
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY JETS 24, TITANS 17 Tennessee7037--17 N.Y. Jets7377--24 First Quarter
PENNSYLVANIA Union set to move offices off campus
The faculty union has made no definite plans to strike. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The union representing
7th Ward
7th Ward These are the 7th Ward properties on the city's demolition list and their projected
RUDE TUDE TAZ
RUDE TUDE TAZ (Mattel, $19.99) A stuffed animal of Taz, the Tasmanian devil. He makes a rude
NHL ROUNDUP Monday's other game
Senators 4, Flyers 1 OTTAWA -- Martin Havlat scored twice to help Ottawa end Philadelphia's 12-
COLLEGE FOOTBALL After 10 seasons, Minter fired as Cincinnati coach
He posted a 53-63-1 record over the span, including 5-7 this past season. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Rick
NATIONAL STUDY Mercer Co. ranks 18th for safety
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS SHARON, Pa. -- Mercer County is the 18th-safest place in the nation, according