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SNIPER TRIAL 911 tape used in sentencing phase

Demonstrating the vileness of the crime is necessary in imposing a death sentence. CHESAPEAKE, Va.


CLEVELAND BROWNS Davis still downcast after loss

Coach Butch Davis was still dejected Monday from the setback. BEREA (AP) -- One day after yet


NILES Woman says mall wouldn't let son play Santa Claus because he's black

The mall has the right to choose who it uses as Santa, the manager said. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and


NAVY U.S. researchers hope to find first submarine

Blueprints from the submarine were found in French archives. LOS ANGELES TIMES An unlikely


Giving sights and sounds

Buying a gift for that music lover on your list should be easy this year. There's no shortage of new


WELLNESS CENTER YSU is closer with grant

The fund-raising campaign is nearing the $10.2 million mark. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State


Today is Friday, Dec. 19, the 353rd day of 2003. There are 12 days left in the year. The Jewish

Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 19, the 353rd day of 2003. There are 12 days left in the year. The Jewish


FARRELL, PA. City council ratifies pact with pay raise for union

Employees agreed to pay 4.5 percent of their annual health-care insurance cost. By HAROLD GWIN


WASHINGTON U.S. terror detainees win access to court

An alleged Al-Qaida terror conspirator must be charged, a judge ruled. LOS ANGELES TIMES


Questions, issues and options for the March 2 primary ballot had to be filed with county election

Questions, issues and options for the March 2 primary ballot had to be filed with county election


NATION

NATION Boeing's 7E7 Dreamliner to be made in Washington SEATTLE -- The Boeing Co. will proceed


Brookfield man indicted in death

WARREN -- A 22-year-old Brookfield man is expected to appear in common pleas court today to face an


NEW CASTLE, PA. Police seek 4 people in shooting

One of the shooting victims is in critical condition. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Police are looking for


Chevy to release 10 revamped or all-new vehicles

DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors Corp.'s Chevrolet brand is preparing to introduce 10 all-new or


Proposal aims to change plea wording

HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) -- The county prosecutor wants legislators to change the insanity plea in Ohio


YOUNGSTOWN | Board notes

In other action Tuesday, the Youngstown Board of Education: Authorized the superintendent and


PERFORMING: Charlie Nashette, a member of the Leonard Kirtz School senior program choir, sings

PERFORMING: Charlie Nashette, a member of the Leonard Kirtz School senior program choir, sings


Azizah gives forum to Muslim women

By AMRUTA GADGIL BLUE JEAN ONLINE After Sept. 11, 2001, Americans faced a multitude of problems.


HOLLYWOOD 'Cold Mountain' tops list of Golden Globes nominees

A surprise nominee is Jack Black, star of 'The School of Rock.' BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) -- The


EUROPE Space controllers launch Beagle 2 probe, which is to land on Mars on Christmas

An official said the mission seeks 'matter that might provide evidence of life.' DARMSTADT,


LOTTERY RESULTS

THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-4-2 Pick 4, 1-1-2-4 Buckeye 5, 3-8-10-


Caretaker convicted of killing elderly man

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A caregiver was convicted of killing a 75-year-old man who was found dead with 12


FASHIONS Wrap up in ribbons, boas this holiday season

Sparkling or original, fun accessories will make you a standout at holiday parties. ASSOCIATED


Part of I-680 shut down after truck breaks down

Part of I-680 shut down after truck breaks down YOUNGSTOWN -- An overloaded tractor-trailer broke


Christmas cheer shared through music

One resident said she enjoyed the choir's company. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER


HIRAM COLLEGE Administration hopes tuition guarantee draws students

The 2004-05 tuition is expected to be roughly $21,000. HIRAM -- A new tuition guarantee that will


Springfield schools to ask voters for tax renewal

The treasurer said the district is not asking for any new money. VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


MAHONING COUNTY Officials vote to put tax renewal on ballot

Officials chose the March primary, as waiting for November would lose revenue. By BOB JACKSON


Difference of opinion

Difference of opinion Former Notre Dame coach Bob Davie said he turned down the job of head


BOARDMAN HIGH Coaching contract will open for 2004

Garry Smith will have the opportunity to reapply for the football-coaching job. By JOE SCALZO


NBA ROUNDUP | Monday's other games

Timberwolves 116, Celtics 95 BOSTON -- Sam Cassell had 27 points and nine assists and Kevin


SEATTLE Serial killer gets life sentence

Gary Ridgway apologized but previously referred to the 48 women as garbage. SEATTLE TIMES


NEW CASTLE Mayor-elect picks tax preparer as city business administrator

City council must approve the mayor-elect's choice. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU


COURT RACE: Wade W. Smith Jr. is expected to be the Democratic candidate for the Mahoning County

Opinion: COURT RACE: Wade W. Smith Jr. is expected to be the Democratic candidate for the Mahoning County


Pa. Guard unit headed to Iraq

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Battery A of the 107th Field Artillery of the 1st Battalion of the Pennsylvania


MERCER COUNTY Veterans back actions taken on job

Credit cards can now be used to pay fines and costs in district justices' offices. By MARY


WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP RMI appeals to end jobless benefits

The company also has refused to pay workers their earned vacation pay. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth David E. II and Jessie Haybarger, 545 Ferncliffe, Poland, boy, Dec. 9. Roxanne


CURBSTONE COACHES Borghetti stresses importance of academics

By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BOARDMAN -- The last Curbstone Coaches weekly meeting for


LENORE SKENAZY Available near Tikrit: 1 rm, no vu, near riv

Opinion: He may be defeated, disheveled, deposed. He may well be dead meat. But, happily, Saddam Hussein has


City council to fill vacancy

SHARON, Pa. -- City council will take up the task of finding a successor for Councilman Lou Rotunno,


What in the world are people of Girard thinking?

Opinion: What in the world are people of Girard thinking? EDITOR: I would like to congratulate the people


Beatitude House seeks donated presents

Beatitude House seeks donated presents YOUNGSTOWN -- Beatitude House, a shelter for disadvantaged


Associated Press

Associated Press RALLY: Democratic presidential candidate Howard Dean speaks at a rally in Las


TRADE ISSUES No job is safe, says company president

A congressman would love all legislators to hear the Summitville Tile story. By DON SHILLING


PENNSYLVANIA Poll: Many favor more taxes for schools

Public opinion for both the governor and legislature is declining. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Only 38


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Their religious differences are pulling them apart

Dear Annie: I am a married 27-year-old woman with three sons under the age of 8. I have been married


2 soldiers wounded in truck explosion

Officials said Saddam loyalists caused a fatal blast at a Shiite party office. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)


POLICE CALLS

Summary of police activity for Boardman : BOARDMAN Dec. 8 Criminal damage: Someone did $35 in


GM LORDSTOWN Union at plant tries to save jobs

Workers want to show GM that the Lordstown plant deserves more work. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


GIRLS BASKETBALL Chaves returns, keys JFK past Maplewood

The previously-injured junior guard clinched the Eagles' 46-43 win. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR


GUSTAVUS Trustees hope grant for firetruck will stand amid restructuring

The township's all-volunteer department formed nine years ago. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


Crash near KSU Salem

Crash near KSU Salem LISBON -- The Lisbon post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol was at the scene


MEXICO NAFTA still isn't a sure success

Instead of integrating into a modern economy, people came to the United States. CHICAGO TRIBUNE


Cop union will vote on city's final offer

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The city has presented the police union with its final offer, which, if approved,


MAHONING COUNTY Health board moves to get sewers in Petersburg

The Petersburg phase of the project is expected to begin after July 1. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


CLEVELAND FedEx to test hybrid system

FedEx is considering switching its delivery trucks to hybrid engines. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A deal to


Hubbard official calls for a probe

Council again tables legislation for a communications tower. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


'THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS' Consistently rated after 30 seasons

The daytime drama weaves younger characters into its multigenerational stories. LOS ANGELES (AP)


DECORATIONS Impress visitors: Deck the staircase

There's a variety of ways you can decorate your staircase for the holidays. KNIGHT RIDDER


MEN'S BASKETBALL

MEN'S BASKETBALL Monday's Scores EAST Dist. of Columbia 71, Salem International 66 Gannon


NEW YORK P. Diddy to take the stage in 'A Raisin in the Sun'

The show's producer said he was impressed by the rap star. NEW YORK (AP) -- Sean Combs, better


DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN CIC unveils proposal for appeals court

The proposal relies on the city's paying $450,000 to remove blighted buildings. By ROGER G. SMITH


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Timothy M. Pappagallo, 26, of 572 Laird N.E., Warren, and


Kelly Croysdale head-to-toe talent

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF AUSTINTOWN -- For Austintown Fitch High School senior


LOCAL

LOCAL The holiday spirit k A GROUP from the Mahoning County Board of Mental Retardation and


REGION

REGION xxx YOUNGSTOWN -- Unemployment rates in the Mahoning Valley edged up last month, the Ohio


SPENDING PLANS Council of Governments

The executive board of the Mercer County Regional Council of Governments has approved operating


INSIDE/A3

INSIDE/A3 UWhile U.S. troops face a guerrilla war that coalition officials fear will continue


Officials agree to apply for grant for Ark House

Nearly 80 clients have passed through the Ark House doors this year. FARRELL, Pa. -- The city has


CALIFORNIA Jackson's attorney vows to fight

The pop singer was formally charged Thursday. SANTA MARIA, Calif. (AP) -- Child-molestation


GAIL WHITE Chickens and lean times helped family develop pluck

Every once in a long while you hear a story that just stops you in your holiday-rushing, store-


BEER INDUSTRY Brewers pour on the low-carb

It's the most successful new product since light beer. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Not since Miller made


BRIDGE

Neither vulnerable. West deals. NORTH x 2 u Q 8 5 v J 8 5 2 w A 10 6 4 3 WEST EAST x Q


F.N.B. Corp's new stock to begin trading

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- F.N.B. Corp.'s new stock began trading at $33.55 this morning on the New York


LAWRENCE COUNTY Ex-owner of Hill View seeks funds

The letter contends some of John Hadgkiss' personal money was in the account. By LAURE CIOFFI


GIFT IDEA Detailed instructions in books will delight needleworkers

Everything from choosing materials to completing a project is outlined. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


WARREN Tatom to move into top spot at WCI Steel

The current chief plans to retire when the reorganization is complete. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT WCI lenders target pension payments

They want the parent company to make the payment and plan to file a suit. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


'TO PROVE MY BLOOD' | A review Poet reflects on life and heritage

The YSU professor imbues his prose with poetic sensibility. By THERESA M. HEGEL VINDICATOR STAFF


Welcome back

Welcome back Warren Kennedy junior Alyssa Chaves returned to action and helped the Eagles defeat


MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES

MONDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES PACERS 95, CAVALIERS 85 CLEVELAND (85) -- Newble 5-5 2-3 12, Boozer 6-13


NHL ROUNDUP | Monday's games

Red Wings 4, Panthers 1 DETROIT -- Pavel Datsyuk scored his seventh goal in five games and added


MUSIC For Plant, song doesn't remain the same

The singer isn't content to rest on his laurels from his Led Zeppelin days. By STEPHEN HUMPHRIES


Juveniles arrested, held after thefts in W.Va.

Juveniles arrested, held after thefts in W.Va. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Four juveniles are in the Krause


College Football

College Football Associated Press All-America FIRST TEAM OFFENSE Quarterback -- Jason White,


POSTWAR IRAQ Other news

The latest developments in postwar Iraq: Weapons hunters are spending more time on base,


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.60 2.66 Bank One,.84,43.9343.98 Clear Channel, 45.49


OHIO 11th District judge seeks high-court seat

Judge O'Neill says his message is simple: 'Money and judges don't mix.' By JEFF ORTEGA


PREP FOOTBALL Irish's Clark weighs decision

Area standouts face the challenge of choosing a college that fits best. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR


Dutch take gentler tack

A Dutch officer said the key to holding down resistance is respect for the culture. CHRISTIAN


Board member vies for Unit IV spot

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Wilmington Area School Board is submitting the name of John Fauzey, newly


CAVALIERS Indiana spreads scoring around

Despite shooting 51 percent from the field, Cleveland suffered its 34th consecutive road loss.


"He's showing the wear and tear of someone who is active and someone who is his age."

Opinion: "He's showing the wear and tear of someone who is active and someone who is his age." Scott


"I see some of my peers and how they are always in the news, out at parties, and I go to myself,

"I see some of my peers and how they are always in the news, out at parties, and I go to myself,


NEW CASTLE Council leaves '04 budget to newcomers

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City council will let the incoming mayor and council decide what they want to do


Eye on Mr. Chavez

Opinion: Washington Post: There was a remarkable democratic exercise two weeks ago in Venezuela, a South


Cop's accidental firing of gun under investigation

Cop's accidental firing of gun under investigation YOUNGSTOWN -- A Youngstown police patrolman


MAHONING VALLEY Leaders will hear a funding pitch for dredging river

About $35 million would have to come from state and local sources. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF


LISBON Carwash, city dispute well usage

LISBON -- Columbiana city officials are asking a judge to bar the owner of a carwash from using a


YOUNGSTOWN City jails its first violator under new housing code

The housing code director hopes the new penalties will succeed where fines haven't. By ROGER G.


HOLIDAY PLANTS Poinsettias require precise care

Avoid decorative wraps that can trap water and suffocate the roots. By NORMAN WINTER KNIGHT


Video games donated to military

Recovering soldiers can get rid of their boredom by playing video games. By DAVID SKOLNICK


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Officials to provide extra money needed for sheriff's department

Deputies are being required to do more, the sheriff said. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM


TRUMBULL COUNTY Panel fines 2 commissioners over records

The fines could have been as high as $1,000. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN


MAHONING VALLEY Gift exchange continues at Crestview, Springfield

Staff and pupils at both schools have embraced the project. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM


Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune POPULAR: The poinsettia has long been the most popular Christmas plant, but


State reviews bids for work at I-80, Rte. 46

AUSTINTOWN -- A Zanesville company has submitted the lowest bid for the project to rebuild the


In Cortland, council OKs rainwater study

CORTLAND -- City council approved spending $49,000 on a study to determine where rainwater seeps


Since capture, Bush's approval rating is up

Two-thirds of those polled said they're confident bin Laden will be caught. WASHINGTON (AP) --


HELOISE Remove dishwasher stains with powdered drink

Dear Heloise: How do you get stains out of your dishwasher? Jean Lee, via e-mail It seems silly


Group asks for blankets to distribute to needy families

A goal is to begin the blanket distribution in early January YOUNGSTOWN -- After the success of


Miami 'McNabbed,' 34-27

Philadelphia's win streak is at nine. MIAMI (AP) -- The Philadelphia Eagles took advantage of a


Q, My mom won't let me paint my room black and I really want to. How can I convince her? -- Tammy,

Q, My mom won't let me paint my room black and I really want to. How can I convince her? -- Tammy,


DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN CIC unveils $3M proposal for court of appeals site

The proposal relies on the city's paying $450,000 to remove blighted buildings. By ROGER G. SMITH


YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Builders group threatens lawsuit over hiring goals

The provision calls only for good-faith efforts to hire minorities, the board says. By PETER H.


YOUNGSTOWN Defendant in shooting seeks change of venue

Defense lawyers say the potential juror pool has been tainted by publicity. By BOB JACKSON


WARREN Chief has hearing on proposed suspension

The hearing was held behind closed doors. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN


DAN THOMASSON Bush needs to read the news

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Will Rogers said that all he knew is what he read in the newspapers. That certainly is


OHIO CITIES Varying reactions to police shootings

Police agree that programs that foster trust go a long way to preventing violence. CINCINNATI (AP)


Free trade looks South

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Free trade has gotten a bad rap lately, but that hasn't stopped negotiators from


HOLIDAY STAIRWAYS

HOLIDAY STAIRWAYS Some more suggestions Here's a look at some ideas for your holiday stairway.


Financial woes rise in Campbell

The mayor doesn't want layoffs, but cuts in services are likely. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR


SALEM Fuel spills as train hits truck

One person was injured in the accident. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- An


SNIPER TRIAL Malvo convicted of capital murder

Many theories of the motive have been presented, but none are definitive. SCRIPPS HOWARD


GAIL WHITE Send our troops overseas armed with our prayers, support

We first heard of Saddam Hussein's capture on our way to church. My husband wanted to turn around


AGENDA

THURSDAY Mahoning County Educational Service Center Governing Board, regular meeting, 4:15 p.m.,


MAHONING VALLEY Many tax issues due on ballots

One issue for senior citizens will appear on ballots in two counties. By DAVID SKOLNICK


LORDSTOWN Board moves to end oversight

Asking the state to audit financial forecasts is the first step, the treasurer said. By SHERRI L.


MAHONING COUNTY Cub will remain at Noah's for now

A trial will be in February to determine final ownership of the lion cub. By BOB JACKSON


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Classy Crane15.408.204.80 Rudster (M.Rowland)4.402.60 Cactus


An animated version of a holiday classic, "Nuttiest Nutcracker" (7 p.m., Family Channel) features

An animated version of a holiday classic, "Nuttiest Nutcracker" (7 p.m., Family Channel) features


JAMES AND MORRIS CAREY \ On the House Un-decking halls while organizing the trimmings

Every year we struggle to find where we put last year's holiday decorations -- ornaments, garlands,


MAHONING COUNTY Is a new battle in the works over juvenile-court funding?

One commissioner said he'll try persuading the judge to reconsider. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


6-player trade sends Davis to Celtics

CLEVELAND (AP) -- With the losses quickly piling up, the Cleveland Cavaliers had to shake up their


MAHONING COUNTY Tax issue: Share or not to share?

Township officials want the county to keep sharing money. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE


CHEER LEADER

By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS ASSOCIATED PRESS BEHOLD THE CHEERLEADER: DEFINItion of popularity,


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Mt. Union, St. John's primed for rematch

They will meet for the fourth time Saturday in the Division III championship. By JOHN KOVACH


Runners reflect on season's accomplishments

LUKE MCCLUGGAGE School/grade: Jackson-Milton, senior Statistics/accomplishments: Placed first at


McCluggage, Durkin: Two of kind at finish line

Both plan on running cross country in college. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF After


THOMAS SOWELL American education without propaganda

Opinion: One of the reasons our children do not measure up academically to children in other countries is


WRBP radio offers listeners 'shout outs' for donating food

The food drive in the black community started about nine years ago. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.


COLLEGE HOOPS Pitt stays unbeaten with late foul shots

The No. 18 Panthers turned back NAIA power Georgetown, Ky., 79-74. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS PITTSBURGH


Menswear fabrics suitable for bedding

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (AP) -- The rich fabrics and colors of men's suits are associated with work, not


TRUMBULL COUNTY Man who shot self is charged

The defendant will be arraigned once he is released from the hospital. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


Petras speaks, injuries listen

A Scripps Howard News Service story said that St. John's (Minn.) University wide receiver Blake


WARREN USDA eyes cub's purchase

Officials from the USDA couldn't be reached to comment. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


HUBBARD Councilman wants investigation

Council tabled legislation for a communications tower. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


SCIENCE Proof of 'dark energy' selected as breakthrough of '03

The successful test of a new cancer treatment was also selected by the journal. WASHINGTON (AP) --


Even though he essentially washed his hands of the downtown Youngstown arena proposal about two

Opinion: Even though he essentially washed his hands of the downtown Youngstown arena proposal about two


Bush adopts proper stance in talking about Saddam

Opinion: No one should doubt that when the times comes, President George W. Bush will use the capture of


Today is Tuesday, Dec. 16, the 350th day of 2003. There are 15 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Dec. 16, the 350th day of 2003. There are 15 days left in the year. On this date


"The capture of Saddam will not stop or even diminish the pattern of attacks against Americans."

Opinion: "The capture of Saddam will not stop or even diminish the pattern of attacks against Americans."


REGIONAL AIRPORT New carrier has plans to offer resort flights

The port authority will pay up to $125,000 to ensure the company breaks even. By STEPHEN SIFF


WELLNESS CENTER YSU is step closer with $600,000 grant

The fund-raising campaign is nearing the $10.2 million mark. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State


Report gives view on religious freedom

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A State Department report released Thursday said Saudi Arabia continues to impose


HERZLIYA, ISRAEL Palestinians dismiss Ariel Sharon's ultimatum

Sharon warned that the Palestinians had only a few months to make peace. HERZLIYA, Israel (AP) --


Shopping pal that can always be there for you

Shopping pal that can always be there for you You know how nice it is when you go shopping with a


WARREN Family Mission falls far short of gifts needed for kids

The mission likes to give each child two big gifts and five smaller presents. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


IRAQ Saddam: villain or hero?

The Arab world is divided over the legacy of Saddam. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- Was he an Arab hero or


VALLEY SCHOOLS Districts report on flu call-offs

Boardman and Canfield schools reported no increase in absenteeism. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


YOUNGSTOWN Court of Appeals to lease building from CIC for $3M for its own office

The deal ends a seven-year search for new quarters. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE


By NANCY PATE

By NANCY PATE ORLANDO SENTINEL "Inkheart," by Cornelia Funke (Chicken House/Scholastic, $19.95)


FLORIDA Crimes show risk of house arrest

Some have committed crimes during authorized time away from home. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI


YSU falters in second half

The Penguins couldn't overcome Wright State down the stretch. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


Housing code violations must not be taken lightly

Opinion: A jail sentence for violating Youngstown's housing code may seem extreme, but considering the


Give them a ball and field, and watch excellence

KELLY CROYSDALE School/grade: Austintown Fitch, senior. Statistics and accomplishments: The


NOVEMBER

NOVEMBER 1. Toting holstered guns in plain view, 55 advocates of state legislation allowing


Pay raise's 2nd reading

Pay raise's 2nd reading STRUTHERS -- City council gave second reading Thursday to an ordinance


SHARON, PA. Police force to grow by two without tax increase

SHARON, Pa. -- City officials think they have come up with a way to add two police officers to its


Block-watch Christmas party

Block-watch Christmas party The Dream Team Block Watch will have a Christmas party at 6 p.m.


Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject


Neighbor sees house fire

Neighbor sees house fire HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Fire of undetermined origin did extensive damage to a


MUSIC DOWNLOADS Appeals court overturns ruling forcing ID'ing of subscribers

In the original trial, Verizon had challenged an Internet piracy law. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A federal


HELOISE Retirees use BOGOs to donate to charities

Dear Heloise: My husband and I feel like we have found an economical way to continue to donate to


HAITI Is 200th anniversary a cause for celebration?

Recent events have conflicted many about how to mark the bicentennial. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


Couple hospitalized after being struck by car

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Two Boardman residents are in St. Elizabeth Health Center after being hit by a


Buttafuoco faces charges of insurance fraud, theft

Buttafuoco faces charges of insurance fraud, theft LOS ANGELES -- Joey Buttafuoco, whose affair


BASEBALL Rangers, Sox miss deadline

Texas still has hope it can trade Alex Rodriguez. NEW YORK (AP) -- The Boston Red Sox insist their


SHARON SCHOOLS District borrows additional $1 million

The district is prepared to borrow up to $4.5 million to keep its doors open. SHARON, Pa. -- The