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Medical technology cheats death

More people are surviving severe trauma as medical technology improves. BALTIMORE (AP) -- It's


COLLEGE HOCKEY

COLLEGE HOCKEY Wednesday's Scores EAST Babson 6, Mass.-Boston 2 Boston College 3, Harvard 2


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.392.47 Bank One,.84,43.9843.99 Clear Channel, 43.99


Youngstown 2010 plan is progressing in its goals

Opinion: Youngstown 2010 plan is progressing in its goals EDITOR: This Dec. 16 will mark the one-year


U.S. SCHOOLS Fewer elected boards concern some

One study says districts with conflict-ridden boards have lower test scores. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth David and Jessie Hayberger, 545 Ferncliff Ave., Youngstown, boy, Dec. 9. Paul and


SHARPSVILLE, PA. Tax, water raises OK'd in budgets

A man who moved back to the borough a year ago said taxes may drive him out. By HAROLD GWIN


SALEM Donation kettle mix-up resolved

The fund-raiser produces more than $30,000 annually to help the needy. By NORMAN LEIGH


GETTING IT RIGHT

A story in Tuesday's Vindicator incorrectly said LaFarge Corp. was granted approval in September


BLUE JACKETS NOTES From Nationwide Arena

Coming up: The Blue Jackets play the St. Louis Blues, the NHL's fourth-best team, twice in the next


These people were indicted by the Trumbull County grand jury:

These people were indicted by the Trumbull County grand jury: Monique D. Lytle, 22, N. Federlee


Associated Press

Associated Press REMODELED BUSINESS: Shoppers browse through merchandise at a remodeled Circuit


Janitorial spending declines sharply

Officials say several people have been secretly indicted in the investigation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


OHIO Night drawings

OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 9-3-2 Pick 4, 1-2-3-5 Buckeye 5, 2-19-26-27-37 Super Lotto Plus,


j"I miss having breakfast with them in the makeup trailer. I went to Kerr [Smith's] wedding this

j"I miss having breakfast with them in the makeup trailer. I went to Kerr [Smith's] wedding this


SHARPSVILLE, PA. 2004 borough budget will bring higher water rates, property taxes

A man who moved back a year ago said taxes may drive him out. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON


Father files suit in hit-and-run death

By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- The father of a 14-year-old girl who was


NILES Group protests prisoners as laborers

A spokesman said it's not a union issue. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES


STARR BECK ALAN SCHMIDT

STARR BECK ALAN SCHMIDT XNEW MARKET, Va. -- Starr Lynn Beck and Alan Robert Schmidt were married


HUBBARD Father files lawsuit in death of 14-year-old

No hearing date has been set. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- The


WINTER SKIN CARE Preventing dryness

By LISA LIDDANE KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE LOW TEMPERATURES OUTDOORS and dry, heated air indoors can


Reservists get a warm homecoming

Lt. Col. Jack Stephenson, above, hugs his children, from left, Toni, 9, who is obscured behind


INDICTMENTS | Mahoning County

A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday: Jesse L. Green, 24, Gypsy


So long to the top

So long to the top Florida's No. 1 ranking won't last long. The Gators lost to Maryland in


COLLEGE HOOPS Temple defeats Penn St., 67-56

The Owls led by 17 points at halftime, then played poorly thereafter. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- For


BARTON GOLDSMITH Humor helps couples live better

Joanne Woodward, who is married to Paul Newman, said, "Sexiness wears thin after a while and beauty


Reception marks 50th anniversary of the Coffins

XBOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Earl (Dottie) Coffin, 477 Melbourne Ave., were guests of honor during a


MEMBERSHIP

MEMBERSHIP Notable facts Statement of purpose: The main objective of the Youngstown Symphony


Today is Friday, Dec. 12, the 346th day of 2003. There are 19 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 12, the 346th day of 2003. There are 19 days left in the year. On this date in


REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION 2004-05 Holy Family School, Poland -- Kindergarten registration begins at 9 a.m.


NBA ROUNDUP | Wednesday's games

Grizzlies 103, Hawks 90 MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Mike Miller scored a season-high 22 points, including 11


JANICE PARIZA RICHARD ERB

JANICE PARIZA RICHARD ERB XBARBADOS, West Indies -- Janice Rae Pariza of West Middlesex, Pa., and


Health board official hopes 1,500 flu shots last 1-day clinic

Some people in the long line were getting flu shots for the first time. By JoANNE VIVIANO and


LAURA ZOPPELT WILLIAM AKERS III

LAURA ZOPPELT WILLIAM AKERS III XBOARDMAN -- Laura Christine Zoppelt, a daughter of Ralph and


LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials say raises aren't probable

Mary Ann Reiter was named temporary prison board president. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW


HARDCOVER FICTION

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "The Da Vinci Code," by Dan Brown (Doubleday, $24.95) 2. "The Five People


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael D. Marrah, 35, of 3686 Joyce Ann Drive, Canfield, and


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


Graduate beats all odds

Because of a speech impediment, Ellks didn't learn to read until the fifth grade. By JoANNE


SURPLUS CLOTHING

SURPLUS CLOTHING Fifth Avenue Community Church, 1361 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, Fine Linens-n-Things


Demand for shots hits area

Some people in the long line were getting flu shots for the first time. By JoANNE VIVIANO and


POSTSEASON AWARDS Oklahoma's White AP player of year

LSU's Nick Saban was selected college coach of the year. ASSOCIATED PRESS NORMAN, Okla. -- Jason


NATURAL GAS Production decline fuels industry transformation

The U.S. has limited infrastructure to support the intercontinental trade. ASSOCIATED PRESS


MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Maryland upends No. 1 Florida

The Terrapins gave coach Gary Williams his 300th win at the school. VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE REPORTS


BASEBALL Astros eye getting Yanks' Andy Pettitte

Teams are preparing for the start of the winter meetings in New Orleans. NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy


YOUNGSTOWN Police arrest man in '02 shooting death

The Youngstown man was arrested on a tip. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN


HEISMAN TROPHY Sooners' White claims award

He edged Pittsburgh's Larry Fitzgerald by 128 points. NEW YORK (AP) -- Jason White capped a


YOUNGSTOWN Civil War recruitment drive: Group seeks black re-enactors

The troop needs as many recruits as possible. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


WESTERN RESERVE 5.7-mill school levy to be on ballot

Without the tax, the district will face a $525,000 deficit by 2005. By JoANN JONES VINDICATOR


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox He wonders why he has no interest in sex

Dear Annie: Is it possible for a man to be asexual? I mean having a virtually nonexistent libido. I


NATION Bankers address fears about online banking

Online banking is growing, but security is still a concern to many. DALLAS MORNING NEWS Alma


Drug offense hits close to home

Trafficking in drugs could not be proved, an assistant prosecutor said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.


WEDNESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES

WEDNESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES MAGIC 95, WIZARDS 91 ORLANDO (95) -- Giricek 6-15 2-2 15, Howard 5-14


WEATHERSFIELD Schools stand by busing cut

The pending busing reduction for Weathersfield schools causes controversy. By MARY R. SMITH


GIRARD City to eliminate ambulance service to reduce deficit

The mayor is negotiating to station a private ambulance service in the city. By TIM YOVICH


GIRARD Sewer project funding in works

The engineering consultant is recommending $2.72 million in projects. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


Salem coasts to fourth win

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF SALEM -- When Salem High senior Alyson Cotter matched her


INVESTING A New Year and a new look at your portfolio

Make it a resolution to get a handle on retirement accounts. NEW YORK (AP) -- Giving up smoking,


Holiday band concert

Holiday band concert LIBERTY -- The Warren Junior Military Band will present a holiday concert at


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Middlefield Cardinal 76, Bristol 62 Shenango 76,


Colleagues will fill in seat for Boccieri

The governor wanted to personally wish him well from all Ohioans. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


Ryan brings good fortunes to Valley

By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- In his first year in Congress, U.S.


High-fashion home girl

The Victoria's Secret model from Bessemer, Pa., loves her fast-paced career, but she hasn't


Canceled because of flu

Canceled because of flu SOUTHINGTON -- An outbreak of the flu among teachers and pupils has forced


FAMILY REUNIONS Loved ones get chance to reconnect

Reuniting relatives is a bit more complicated today. Getting everyone together for a family


A1

A1 The Vindicator/Mark W. Lipczynski OUCH: Katelyn Headrick, 7, of Lake Milton gets her first


TRUMBULL COUNTY United Way makes significant progress toward goal

The 2003 campaign is nearly 90 percent toward the final goal. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR


NFL ROUNDUP News and notes

Browns: Five players were signed Wednesday after four starters were lost to season-ending injuries.


LOCAL

LOCAL Workshop to target first-time home buyers YOUNGSTOWN -- Family Financial Education


MORE MYSTERIES | A synopsis

"Confessions of a Deathmaiden," by Ruth Francisco (Mysterious Press, $23.95) Los Angeles-based


AMBER STOUT EDWARD BONILLA JR.

AMBER STOUT EDWARD BONILLA JR. XSTRUTHERS -- Amber Marie Stout, 891 Fifth St., a daughter of Kevin


MCDONALD SCHOOLS Gym is named for ex-coach; he and others are honored

The three educators have more than 100 years of service to the district. By MARY SMITH


College students donate books to kids

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Twenty-eight Westminster College education majors donated 300 books recently


LOMBARDI AWARD Sooners' Harris named top collegiate lineman

He was runner-up for the award last year losing to Terrell Suggs. HOUSTON (AP) -- Oklahoma tackle


KIMBERLY SPERATI JOSEPH YURICH

KIMBERLY SPERATI JOSEPH YURICH XPOLAND -- Holy Family Church was the setting Nov. 22 as Kimberly


MAINTENANCE Going with flow of holiday's plumbing

The last thing a host needs is a sink or toilet problem when revelers arrive. KNIGHT RIDDER


'RINGS' CHARACTERS

'RINGS' CHARACTERS When we last saw them Frodo: The hobbit with the dire mission of returning


YANKEES Boss hot about Sheffield contract

George Steinbrenner is considering Vladimir Guerrero for right field. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW


MAHONING VALLEY College access program to expand its services

The centers will each have a computer and high-speed Internet connection. By STEPHEN SIFF


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel D. Chapman, 21, of 8518 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road,


HELOISE Hint will help make stairways more safe

Dear Heloise: Ever since a friend fell down her basement stairs while carrying a basket of laundry


WALL STREET Experts suggest strategies for 2004

The Dow went above 10,000 this week. NEW YORK (AP) -- As stocks reach levels unseen in nearly two


REGION

REGION International Steel Group sets its stock price RICHFIELD, Ohio -- International Steel


REBECCA GENT RANDY DINEEN

REBECCA GENT RANDY DINEEN XAUSTINTOWN -- St. Joseph Church was the setting at 2 p.m. Nov. 8 as


YOUNG LEADERS

YOUNG LEADERS Class of 2004 Here is a list of members of the Youth Leadership Mahoning Valley


HOLIDAY GIFTS There's a fine art to giving art as a present

By JUDY TARJANYI SCRIPPS HOWARD It was Christmas, and Paula Brown was expecting to find a


WOMEN'S COLLEGE ROUNDUP Wednesday's games

Geneva 58, Grove City 52 GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Ruth Dobos had 15 points and eight rebounds, and Ali


ROCK MUSIC Seether pours emotions into songs

Despite heavy touring, the band is keeping a positive outlook on its musical future. By JOHN


COLUMBUS Taft veto prompts talk of override

Lawmakers would have until next December to override the veto. BY JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


HUES Book answers questions on color influence

Color choices can show a person's personality traits. Color is the strongest fashion news of the


JACQUELINE STILLMAN | LARRY KOVAC

JACQUELINE STILLMAN | LARRY KOVAC XCONNEAUT -- Larry W. Kovac and Jacqueline L. Stillman, both of


Krause-Lefoer engagement is announced

XLOWELLVILLE -- Kenneth J. and Lynn Krause, 4589 Milligan Road, are announcing the forthcoming


CAL THOMAS Howard Dean's unbearable lightness

At the 1992 Republican National Convention in Houston, Pat Buchanan was excoriated by liberal


Raiders roll into title game

By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF ALLIANCE -- In its crushing 66-0 victory over


Packs are feted at dinner party on anniversary

XPOLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. Pack, 2530 Knollwood Ave., formerly of Helena Drive, Struthers,


YOUNGSTOWN Fire starts a wave of generosity

'Thank you for keeping my family together,' a fire victim tells his co-workers. By PETER H.


Miss Drabison, Mr. Lloyd set wedding date

XAUSTINTOWN -- Announced by Ruth and John Drabison, 6884 Slippery Rock Drive, is the engagement of


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Man who set covered span on fire is sentenced to 90 days in jail

WASHINGTON -- Pregnant women should be told to either restrict consumption of canned albacore tuna


Miss Santangelo, Mr. George plan to be married

XBOARDMAN -- James and Catherine Santangelo of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their


LOTTERY RESULTS

FRIDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 9-16-32-45-46 Mega Ball, 26 Night drawings: Pick 3, 3-1-5


MAHONING COUNTY Propose a sales tax for 10 years or more, backers tell officials

The second hearing is scheduled for Tuesday. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


FITZGERALD Pitt WR still not certain on NFL

The Heisman contender is not counting out coming back as a junior next year. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


Circuit City hopes to see results of turnaround efforts

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Can Circuit City Stores Inc. catch a break? Industry observers yawned when


St. Elizabeth auxiliary holds installation

YOUNGSTOWN -- Ann Serenko was installed as president of St. Elizabeth Health Center Auxiliary during


The Outrage Bowl

Opinion: Scripps Howard: Even though it failed to win its own conference championship, Oklahoma will play LSU


YOUNGSTOWN City OKs lease for nightclub downtown

More arts events downtown are opening a market for upscale nightspots. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY


City will have a ball

White lights and an iridescent cover will enhance the ball's glow. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL


TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials await EPA time line on sewers

The cost to businesses could cause some to close, a county official said. By STEPHEN SIFF


AGENDA

AGENDA MONDAY Jackson-Milton Board of Education, 6:30 p.m., elementary school library.


Mission needs toys

Mission needs toys WARREN -- The Warren Family Mission says it is in dire need of about 3,000 toys


Police probe fatal shooting of man at bar

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating the homicide of a 29-year-old Youngstown man gunned down on


'LOTR' finale is rousing but long

'Return of the King' is an action film, but it should satisfy Tolkien purists. By DAVID GERMAIN


STRUTHERS Astro Shapes' union leader feels hopeful for jobs

A union leader says Astro Shapes will be stronger when workers return. By DON SHILLING


Cafaro family members report identity thefts

Cafaro family members report identity thefts YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating the identity


TELEVISION Hefner sandwich ads rile TV preacher

Despite protests, the restaurant chain contends its ads aren't sexual. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The


U.S. free trade policy

U.S. free trade policy BOARDMAN -- U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland of Lisbon, D-6th, will hold a town


RETAIL MERCHANDISING Sears hopes new Lands' End line and economy will boost its sales

The chain hopes to reverse a two-year decline in sales. CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Claudia


Health-care spending growth dips to 3-year low

NEW YORK (AP) -- Health-care spending growth slowed to its lowest level in three years as people had


BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY Beloved Disciple Church, Broad Street, Grove City, Pa., 1-8 p.m. TUESDAY


In Valley, a fevered demand for shots

People are queuing up in large numbers to get vaccinated. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR HEALTH


The levies would dramatically increase funding for services for the elderly.

The levies would dramatically increase funding for services for the elderly. By STEPHEN SIFF


YSU's losing skid hits six games

The Penguins still couldn't find their offense in a loss to Kent State. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR


INTERNET SERVICE Prices for DSL drop in rivalry

Phone companies are cutting prices on fast Internet service. DALLAS (AP) -- Jace Curtis is the


Keeping prices high

Keeping prices high Large companies are shifting more natural gas exploration outside the United


COLLEGE SPORTS AT A GLANCE

MEN'S BASKETBALL SCORES WEDNESDAY EAST Bard 69, Pratt 63 Bridgeport 83, Molloy 78 California,


JAMES & amp; MORRIS CAREY | On the House Manufactured wood products preserve forests

Today, we cut timber to produce furniture, flooring, paper, packaging and lumber for housing. As


A dad's advice to his year-old son

By CHRIS ERSKINE LOS ANGELES TIMES LOS ANGELES -- Dear kid, As you're about to celebrate your


PREP BASKETBALL Holland paces Rayen girls to victory

Her 34 points led the Tigers to a 73-60 win over East Liverpool. EAST LIVERPOOL -- Taniesha


Judge Dellick's budget should be challenged

Opinion: There's a word that aptly describes the 2004 budget request submitted by Judge Theresa Dellick of


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


BASEBALL

BASEBALL The Baseball School -- will have a winter hitting camp on Jan. 5, Jan. 12, Jan. 19, Jan.


TECHNOLOGY

TECHNOLOGY NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Jonathan Smith of New Castle, Pa., was recently hired as Web


Report on pension pickup rejected

WARREN -- Council members rejected a fact finder's report recommending that members of the city's


MOLLIE SULLIVAN DON PASHAYAN

MOLLIE SULLIVAN DON PASHAYAN XPOLAND -- The Rev. Lawrence Ober officiated at 1:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at


MAHONING COURT Sanctuary owners tangle over future of lion cub

The cub is still in Mahoning County. The hearing will resume next week. By BOB JACKSON


CLEVELAND ISG shares surge in market debut

Shares of ISG's competitor U.S. Steel have climbed 132 percent this year. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Shares


WARREN Tax on ballot will be combined, temporary

Council also approved a sanitation rate increase. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


NHL ROUNDUP Wednesday's other games

Thrashers 4, Kings 3, OT ATLANTA -- Marc Savard scored his second goal of the game with 1 minute,


SHARON, PA. Authority contributes to apartments project

The city of Hermitage is kicking in $600,000. SHARON, Pa. -- The Mercer County Housing Authority


Hearing set in stabbing

Hearing set in stabbing NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A preliminary hearing is set for Wednesday in Lawrence


In Iraq, perception is reality

Opinion: If there's one thing the Bush administration should have learned by now about the people of Iraq, it


Warren officials prepare development plan

WARREN -- The city and its community development department are preparing the consolidated housing


Miss Hutchinson, Mr. Sanford to wed in Sharon church

XMASURY -- Plans for their spring wedding are being announced by Tracy Lynn Hutchinson and Terry Lee


BOXING Rahman, Ruiz trying to get back to the top

They'll meet in a heavyweight bout Saturday in Atlantic City. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Former


MORE ABOUT PEARLS

MORE ABOUT PEARLS CARE ADVICE *Pearls are porous, organic substances and should be treated with


NILES Group protests prison labor on school asbestos project

A spokesman said it's not a union issue, but an issue of using law-abiding citizens instead of


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS WEDNESDAY 2nd--Suaves Lightning 10.204.002.60 Meetmeatthegate


hHo-ho-hot decorations

hHo-ho-hot decorations The holidays are here! The holidays are here! Forgive our excitement, but


SHARON COUNCIL 2 say they'd support tax rise to hire cops

Council's president said he considers adding two officers a safety issue. By HAROLD GWIN


TRUMBULL AND MAHONING COUNTIES Agency on aging seeks levies to help elderly

The local agency on aging hopes to establish advisory committees to choose how levy money is spent.


BROWNS Couch returns to starting lineup

He's willing to restructure his contract in order to keep the job next season. BEREA (AP) -- Tim


WARREN County lawyer seeks missing scrubber

Workers said they do not sell scrubbers. The owner, though, disagreed. By STEPHEN SIFF and


As competition heats up, so do incentives

Growing competition is upping the ante for convention incentives. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Meeting


AP file photo

AP file photo DRILLING OPERATION: EOG Resources performs a gas drilling operation in western


BASEBALL Pettitte and Astros agree to 3-year deal

Teams are preparing for the start of the winter meetings in New Orleans. NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy


MAHONING TOWNSHIP Tax increase would cover regional police, fire costs

The final budget is to be adopted Dec. 19. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


LAWRENCE COUNTY Confusion delays lawsuit

The lawsuit should be filed in the next few days. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU


HOME IMPROVEMENTS Contractors hail poll reflecting fewer complaints

Consolidation and education are improving work, an industry observer says. ASSOCIATED PRESS Last


NATION

NATION On New Year's Eve, Vegas plans a fireworks blowout LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The Las Vegas


Parisis honored at family dinner for 60th jubilee

XAUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Dino Parisi of 229 S. Yorkshire Blvd. were the guests of honor Nov. 29


WORLD

WORLD Sony, Bertelsmann agree on details of music merger FRANKFURT, Germany -- Beyonc &


ALL SMILES: Ellks says she sang as she drove home to Struthers after her last final exam Wednesday.

ALL SMILES: Ellks says she sang as she drove home to Struthers after her last final exam Wednesday.


MAHONING COUNTY Police arrest suspect in numerous break-ins

Stamp will face charges in five jurisdictions. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


YOUNGSTOWN Police probe fatal shooting of man

The victim may have interrupted an auto theft or was carjacked, police said. YOUNGSTOWN -- Police


Family and friends join Raigers at anniversary event

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. George R. Raiger of Timothy Lane celebrated their 50th wedding


STEELERS Bettis needs 5 more yards to surpass Harris

The former running back got all but 170 of his 12,120 yards with Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XYoungstown Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will hold a


NHL Jackets, Flyers play to 1-1 tie

Columbus goalie Fred Brathwaite was perfect until the final minute. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR


MAKING HISTORY: Choffin Career Center juniors Cory Flemming, above left, and Julius Williams explain

MAKING HISTORY: Choffin Career Center juniors Cory Flemming, above left, and Julius Williams explain


Making cash in time for the holidays

The holidays are coming, ready or not. If you celebrate any holiday in December with gift-giving,


NEW ZEALAND Nation bans video game in which players gruesomely kill everybody

The game's developers also designed 'Grand Theft Auto.' WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) -- A computer


Woman gets probation for school thefts

YOUNGSTOWN -- An Austintown woman was placed on two years' probation Friday for stealing some


By GARRY L. CLARK

By GARRY L. CLARK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER HE MELODIC LINE OF A piece of music is of utmost


JENNIFER BLOSAK RYAN DOBRO

JENNIFER BLOSAK RYAN DOBRO XYOUNGSTOWN -- Ryan Dobro and his bride, the former Jennifer Blosak,


INVESTING Analysts predict gold will glitter

The metal is rising in price as the dollar diminishes in value. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS SAN


YOUNGSTOWN Proposal gets under way for court building

The new court would be on West Federal between Phelps and Hazel streets. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY


COMMUNITY CUSTOMS During holidays in the region, entertainment traditions abound

By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR HEN BILL DUNLAP WAS growing up in Youngstown, the annual


WALL STREET Dow hits 10,000 but few rejoice

Wary investors took a wait-and-see attitude. ASSOCIATED PRESS This year's rally in stocks, which


LIMELIGHT

LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Janet A. Barlett, executive director of


WPIAL could add 10th football game

WPIAL could add 10th football game The PIAA has approved a proposal that will allow WPIAL


YOUNGSTOWN Contracts and spending

The city's board of control approved these items Thursday: Nine new streetlights around the city