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SCRAPPERS G.M. leaves for new club
Dave Smith replaces Andy Milovich for Mahoning Valley. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS
TONIGHT
TONIGHT ULooking for a show that celebrates the holidays in more contemporary fashion? "Colors of
CHRISTMAS AND CHILDREN
CHRISTMAS AND CHILDREN The Vindicator/Bruce Palmer IT JINGLES: Noah Lepola, 6, smiles and holds
Associated Press
Associated Press ANNOUNCING THE TRIBUNAL: Abdel-Aziz al-Hakim, president of the Iraqi Governing
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Bengals: Left tackle Levi Jones had surgery Monday to repair knee cartilage, but the Bengals expect
Mercer HazMat deal
Mercer HazMat deal MERCER, Pa. -- County commissioners have terminated an agreement for HazMat
TOURNAMENT WINNERS Speech competition
Results from Saturday's Boardman High School Speech Tournament: TOP TEAMS Perry: 86 points
Inside/more baseball
Inside/more baseball The Anaheim Angels closed in on Bartolo Colon, Nomar Garciaparra expressed
WARWICK, R.I. Grand jury hands up indictments in club fire
Ty Longley's father said he was disappointed the city was not held responsible. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
Poland beats Union
Poland beats Union Jim Shurilla scored 21 points to lead Poland's boys basketball team over Union
Blaze began in battery box
Blaze began in battery box GIRARD -- Fire officials have determined that a Sunday afternoon blaze
REGION
REGION CSU book discussion CLEVELAND -- The Langston Hughes Literary Society of the Cleveland
SHARPSVILLE, PA. Cattron Group sells division to refocus on its subsidiary
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- A Wheeling, W.Va., company that specializes in
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Judge mulls his benefits
Critics call the practice double dipping, but it's legal. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
BASEBALL Red Sox claim Mark Malaska
The 25-year-old left-hander was waived by Tampa Bay. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN --
YOUNGSTOWN Hanni sues newspaper, publisher
YOUNGSTOWN -- A former candidate for the city board of education has filed a $2 million lawsuit
AUSTINTOWN Burglary suspect charged with assault on policeman
AUSTINTOWN -- Police have charged a 39-year-old Youngstown man with first-degree felony assault on a
SALEM Donation kettle mix-up resolved
The fund-raiser produces more than $30,000 annually to help the needy. By NORMAN LEIGH
Man reports e-mail scam
Man reports e-mail scam CANFIELD -- A 35-year-old Canfield man reported to police that an e-mail
BASEBALL Off-season deals are heating up
Former Indians ace Bartolo Colon is close to signing with the Angels. NEW YORK (AP) -- Now that
TRUMBULL COUNTY State investigators request Delmont tax records
County officials say they have no idea what investigators suspect. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and
MAHONING COUNTY Dellick touts '04 budget for court
Commissioner Vicki Allen Sherlock called the request unrealistic. By DAVID SKOLNICK and BOB
YOUNGSTOWN Board president recommends audit of city schools' curriculum
The audit would evaluate management, programs and objectives. YOUNGSTOWN -- A curriculum audit
MAHONING COUNTY Pumping reminders to be sent
The reminder program began in 1997. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County District Board of Health
Bomb blast in Iraq hurts Salem man
The wounded Salem soldier is headed to Germany to begin recovery. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
Pens goalie off to juniors
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -- Marc-Andre Fleury is heading to the World Junior Championship
Summary of police activity for Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
Summary of police activity for Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Dec. 4 Theft: A Hubbard
SALEM SCHOOLS Meetings regarding employee canceled over medical reasons
An internal investigation has turned up another accusation. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
Golden Tornadoes rip Ursuline
BEAVER FALLS, Pa. -- Geneva's women's basketball team remained unbeaten in the AMC North with a 72-
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Baseball School -- will have a winter hitting camp on Jan. 5, Jan. 12, Jan. 19, Jan.
NHL ROUNDUP Monday's games
Red Wings 3, Kings 2, OT DETROIT -- Brett Hull moved into third place on the NHL career goal list
GIRARD Police: Death of father will likely alter charges
Family members found the father in his blood-soaked pajamas. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
SALEM Eljer delays shutdown
The union and company officials are negotiating benefits. THE VINDICATOR By NORMAN LEIGH
HEISMAN TROPHY Fitzgerald understands he is underdog
History tells him he isn't likely to win the prestigious award. NEW YORK (AP) -- Pittsburgh
South Dakota congressman should resign immediately
Opinion: Apparently a South Dakota congressman figures that even though he's been convicted of manslaughter
BAGHDAD Iraqi rebels launch attack at coalition headquarters
Three suicide bombers killed themselves and one soldier and wounded 14. COMBINED DISPATCHES
POLAR EXPRESS: Carol Shrodek, a kindergarten teacher at Emerson, reads a book by Chris Van Allsburg,
POLAR EXPRESS: Carol Shrodek, a kindergarten teacher at Emerson, reads a book by Chris Van Allsburg,
U.S. Women's Open awarded to Oakmont
U.S. Women's Open awarded to Oakmont Oakmont (Pa.) Country Club has been selected to host the 2010
STRUTHERS Industrial park receives grant to clean up Sheet & amp; Tube land
Officials hope the cleanup will lead to six or seven industrial buildings. THE VINDICATOR By
City plans to take bids for new underground cable
By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- If the price is right, city workers will
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Claimed LHP Mark Malaska off
Appetizing appetizer
Appetizing appetizer Margaret Ellis, 1911 Stepney St., Niles, shares one of her favorite recipes
Don't relax mercury rules
Opinion: Kansas City Star: For public health reasons, the Bush administration should forget plans to loosen
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland:
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN Dec. 1 Vandalism: Someone did $75
AGENDA
THURSDAY Weathersfield Township Board of Zoning Appeals, 7 p.m., township administration building.
IRAQ Soldier from Salem hurt in suicide bomb blast
The wounded Salem soldier is headed to Germany to begin recovery. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
TODAY
TODAY Noon (FOXSP) NFL: Bill Cowher press conference. 2:30 p.m. (ESPN2) UEFA Champions League.
BOARDMAN Forest Glen traffic slows, but ...
By JOHN W. GOODWIN Jr. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- Residents in one township
NBA Boozer, James lead Cavs to win
Cleveland snapped an eight-game losing streak to Detroit, 95-86. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Carlos Boozer
Keeping its promise
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: A cadre of Army reservists from Western New York departed last week to prepare
Board of regents member to receive honorary doctor of science degree
Brown was appointed to the Ohio Board of Regents in 1995. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jeanette Grasselli Brown,
SHARON, PA. Ministry gets holiday wishes
Two groups surprised the children's ministry with a bus and other gifts. By HAROLD GWIN
Poland man flees hospital after arrest
Austintown police are looking for a Poland man who fled from Forum Health Northside Medical Center
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Ruth Kusky and Brad Blasko, 818 Detroit Ave., Youngstown, boy, Dec. 8. Judie
Renee Rogers, choreographer for 'Miracle on Easy Street,' rehearses with senior dancers.
Renee Rogers, choreographer for 'Miracle on Easy Street,' rehearses with senior dancers.
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-5-6 Pick 4, 2-3-1-3 Buckeye 5, 15-16-
By Lev Raphael
By Lev Raphael Knight Ridder Newspapers (KRT) The search for the killer of transvestites in
YSU College of education gets 7-year re-accreditation
Ohio requires that education colleges be accredited by NCATE. YOUNGSTOWN -- A national
GIRARD Mayor prepares to cut services
The mayor has closed Girard Lakes to fishing. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD
DIVISION III Mount DE goes for 3rd crown
Jason McElhaney has come a long way on the Mount Union football team. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
DELMONT PROBE State seeking record of taxes
County officials say they have no idea what investigators suspect. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP Trustees discuss company's landfill proposal
'Ohio cannot continue to be a dump,' a trustee said. HUBBARD -- More than 50 citizens crammed into
2 Warren men are charged in theft from vacant house
CAMPBELL -- Two Warren men were charged with theft, burglary and other offenses after city police
WARREN KSU director to run for county seat
Robertson is the third Democratic challenger to enter the race. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
FASHIONS Body type, accessories play roles in creating a perfect wardrobe
Helpful hints make runway fashions suitable for all body types. NEW YORK (AP) -- Wearing the
BIG-MONEY ITEMS \ Pennsylvania
The House approved a $373 billion spending plan Monday that includes some big-money items for
Collecting cereal for food baskets
Collecting cereal for food baskets EAST PALESTINE -- The East Palestine Middle School problem-
Warren beats Mooney by nine
The Raiders prevailed, 63-54, despite a poor performance at the foul line. By JOE SCALZO
Tribe declines Burks arbitration
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Designated hitter Ellis Burks will likely play elsewhere next season after the
HOWLAND Grant sought to prevent flooding
Four-wheelers will no longer be allowed in township wetlands. HOWLAND -- Trustees have applied for
Foster case should not lead to further government secrecy
Opinion: No one ever said that operating an open government would be comfortable for everyone or that it
MAHONING COUNTY Judge Dellick touts 2004 budget but still faces criticism
By DAVID SKOLNICK and BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITERS YOUNGSTOWN -- Judge Theresa Dellick
LIBERTY $4.8M replacement levy for police to be on ballot
The levy would generate about a $1 million a year for the police department. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Magic 105, Suns 98
Magic 105, Suns 98 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Orlando narrowly dodged becoming only the sixth team in NBA
U.S. HOUSE Spending bill has millions for Pa.
A Senate hopeful criticized the state's allocation as a budget-buster. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 10, the 344th day of 2003. There are 21 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Dec. 10, the 344th day of 2003. There are 21 days left in the year. On this date
U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT Judge OKs incentive plan for 33 key WCI employees
Lawyers say WCI's parent company has agreed to chip in $5 million more. THE VINDICATOR By
PITTSBURGH Some Steelers have individual goals to meet
Antwaan Randle El wants a third punt return TD. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Four would seem to be a
Program will help 1.7 million Ohioans
Those eligible would get discounts of up to 40 percent on prescription drugs. By JEFF ORTEGA
Browns push Rams to limit in 26-20 loss
By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CLEVELAND -- Cleveland Browns coach Butch Davis finally
MERCER Voting law to curb long line
The state will soon require machines specially equipped for the handicapped. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK
GUIDELINES Magazines provide the latest books on fashion
Books serve as guides to creating wardrobes and beauty routines. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --
FARRELL, PA. Mobilization order canceled for local unit
FARRELL, Pa. -- The 475th Quartermaster Group of the U.S. Army Reserves won't be going on active
COLLEGE BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES MEN EAST
COLLEGE BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORES MEN EAST Alvernia 58, Marywood 46 College of N.J. 91, Stevens
ANNIE'S MAILBOX Unpaid loan must have slipped 'Rusty's' mind
Dear Annie: I have been in a relationship with a wonderful man for two years. "Rusty" is my best
READY, SET, BOWL High schools
The list of Mahoning Valley High School Bowling Conference schools, host centers and first-week
WARREN Council to vote on management pensions
The city pays pension pickup for other unions, the fact finder points out. By DENISE DICK
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY XPasta dinners will be served from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Croatian Home, 3200 Vestal Road,
FARRELL School board picks trooper as coach
An unexpected resignation left the basketball program in turmoil. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
LIBERTY -- The township board of education has decided to place a new five-year, 7.9-mill general
LIBERTY -- The township board of education has decided to place a new five-year, 7.9-mill general
"What this says is that all these Washington insiders who have been gnashing their teeth, wringing
Opinion: "What this says is that all these Washington insiders who have been gnashing their teeth, wringing
LORDSTOWN GM plant to reduce line speed
Retirements allow the plant to cut its hourly work force without layoffs. LORDSTOWN -- A reduction
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY SOS takes the library out to those who can't come in
On Mildred Joyce's wall is a picture of her late husband. "It was sketched the year Hank and I were
WARREN Police chief's hearing cut short, to pick up in week
The city will finish presenting its case, and then the chief will give his defense. By PEGGY
COLUMBUS Blackwell pushes to repeal tax
Blackwell accused the House speaker and the governor of working against him. By JEFF ORTEGA
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES San Diego 14, Detroit 7 Green Bay 34, Chicago 21 Pittsburgh 27, Oakland 7
Sheriff begins probe of case
The 22-year-old was in a deputy's car when he shot himself, the sheriff said. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
YOUNGSTOWN An upscale nightclub will open in downtown's Wick Building
More arts events downtown are opening a market for upscale nightspots. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
Craft program planned Thursday
Craft program planned Thursday A Christmas craft program for children 6 to 12 will be at 4:15 p.m.
REGION Levies would benefit elderly
Advisory boards would be established to choose how levy money is spent. By D.A. WILKINSON and
LISBON 24 Game inspires matchup
The game's purpose is to make math appealing, accessible and fun. LISBON -- The Columbiana County
YOUNGSTOWN $13 million OK'd for road work
YOUNGSTOWN -- The state Transportation Review Advisory Council gave preliminary approval Tuesday to
CINCINNATI Traficant lawyer seeks appeal
The decision could come in 90 to 180 days. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER An
Sen. Hagan deserves praise for enactment of drug bill
Opinion: While the names of two Republican state legislators will forever be listed as the sponsors of Ohio's
WCI STEEL Coke shortage forces price rise
WCI's supplier cannot fulfill its orders because of a fire at a coal mine. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY