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MIAMI Stoops rebuiltdefense
Youngstown native Mark Stoops has made the Hurricanes secondary one of the best in the nation. By
Top Mass. officials will work for free
Top Mass. officials will work for free BOSTON -- Incoming Gov. Mitt Romney and Lt. Gov. Kerry
A PANTHER GENERATION GAP
Opinion: A PANTHER GENERATION GAP Chicago Tribune: With their guns, black berets, black leather jackets and
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Reader sends a recipe for a happy new year
Dear Readers: Happy New Year! We hope you are safe and sound, with no regrets about your behavior
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Pitt upended by Georgia, 79-67
The No. 2 ranked Panthers blew a chance to become the No. 1 team in the country. ATHENS, Ga. (AP)
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Tuesday's Top 25 women's games
No. 11 North Carolina 80, American 42 CHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- Leah Metcalf and La'Tangela Atkinson
RETAILING After-sale adjusting worth it for some
One shopper already has collected $75 by demanding post-Christmas sale prices. WASHINGTON POST
OSU's line holds key
OSU's line holds key Jim Heacock, Ohio State's defensive line coach, believes the guys along the
Looking ahead to a New Year
Here we go again. A night of celebration and reflection has come and gone, and today we start
HARRISBURG Screeners find knife in pilot's bag
HARRISBURG (AP) -- A Comair pilot was charged with disorderly conduct after federal screeners at
OUTBACK BOWL Tenth win important to Michigan tradition
The Wolverines take on Florida today in Tampa, Fla. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Ten wins. Four losses.
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Niles City Council will meet with Lou Tripodi, developer of Shadow Ridge Housing
ROSE BOWL Washington State's Price focuses on Sooners
The 20-year coach will take over at Alabama next year. PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- Mike Price's
PROMISES UNFULFILLED
Opinion: PROMISES UNFULFILLED Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune: As George W. Bush campaigned his way to
2003 offers Valley residents chance to celebrate the new
Opinion: If 2002 was the year of cleansing in the Mahoning Valley -- we got rid of a corrupt congressman,
HARRISBURG State authorities shut down pyramid scheme
The organizers admitted no wrongdoing, but paid a $54,000 fine. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A pyramid
Buckeyes need to be strong in the trenches in Fiesta Bowl
Ohio State defensive line coach Jim Heacock knows his players must be at their best. By ROB TODOR
YOUNGSTOWN Kwanzaa celebrations wind down
The head of the local Kwanzaa committee cautions against the commercialization of the holiday. By
Iowa St. can't weather storm from nearly-perfect Broncos
Western Athletic Conference champion Boise State finished the season 12-1. BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- A
REGION
REGION Jobless rate increases in Mercer County MERCER, Pa. -- The unemployment rate in Mercer
TUESDAY'S BOWL SUMMARIES
TUESDAY'S BOWL SUMMARIES HUMANITARIAN BOWL NO. 18 BOISE STATE 34, IOWA STATE 16 Iowa State3706
NFL Packers hope to gain from Jets defeat
It was a costly loss and Green Bay feels that it now has a challenge ahead. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP)
HORIZON LEAGUE BASKETBALL Loyola rolls over YSU; road losing streak now at 20 straight
The Penguins did not win a road game in 2002. STAFF/WIRE REPORT CHICAGO -- Maybe 2003 will be
Prizes an incentive to Mercer donors
The fund-raising campaign is about three-fourths of the way to its goal. SHARON, Pa. -- It took
McKinley takes notes, Harding takes victory
Phillips sparks Raiders in overtime against Bulldogs. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Accessories make personalizing fashions fun
Following the stars became the fashionable way to go in 2002. SCRIPPS HOWARD These fashions
MAHONING COUNTY Race for space creates conflict
Commissioners aren't sure which side wins in the tug of war over office space. By BOB JACKSON
LAWRENCE COUNTY Board OKs 2003 budget
County employees will get a new health insurance provider. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
"Success or failure of a U.S. policy toward North Korea isn't too big a deal to the American people,
Opinion: "Success or failure of a U.S. policy toward North Korea isn't too big a deal to the American people,
SOMERSET, PA. Task force sought to deal with mine drainage
The conservation group represents sportsman groups, mining companies, government agencies and
PITTSBURGH City seeks alternative to expressway project
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The city is asking Pennsylvania and federal officials to review a more costly
NFL OPPONENTS 2003 season
(Dates to be determined) AFC EAST Buffalo Bills Home: Miami, New England, N.Y. Jets, Houston,
POLICE CALLS Boardman
Summary of police activity: Dec. 22 Auto theft: A car was stolen from the Ground Round parking
BANKRUPTCIES Accounting scandals, economy turned 2002 into a record year
A poll suggests that 2003 could be even worse. LOS ANGELES TIMES The year 2002 may well go down
BENGALS Cincy looks outside for coach
Owner Mike Brown still refuses to hire a general manager. CINCINNATI (AP) -- For the first time
SILICON VALLEY CLASSIC Behind Davis, Fresno St. beats Georgia Tech
The 30-21 win was the Bulldogs first bowl victory in 10 years. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Rodney
New bread: It's high on taste, low on carbs
This company thinks low-carbohydrate foods will explode just like lowfat foods did. INDIANA, Pa.
Today is Wednesday, Jan. 1, the first day of 2003. There are 364 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Jan. 1, the first day of 2003. There are 364 days left in the year. On this date
YOUNGSTOWN First Night ushers in 2003
All three celebrations offered a broad variety of music, dance and other events. By PETER H.
Green named player of year
CLEVELAND (AP) -- William Green, Cleveland's rookie running back who came out of nowhere to lead the
CHEER-A-CHILD Brightening their day
Camp Fire USA members designed wheelchair lap desks and other projects for hospitalized children.
HELOISE Recipe for biscuit mix is requested
Dear Heloise: I am a senior citizen on a fixed income, as so many others are. Your numerous hints in
HARRISBURG Man is suspect in killings of daughters, wife
Police believe the three victims were killed Christmas Eve. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A man awaiting
COLUMBIANA CO. Board Oks budget for 1st quarter
Commissioner Dave Cranmer bid farewell and said he may seek elected office again some day. By
Fitch student honored
Fitch student honored AUSTINTOWN -- Rebecca Holt of Fitch High School has been selected for
PURDUE TRIUMPHS: Washington's Patrick Reddick (21) catches a pass for a gain of 10 yards before
PURDUE TRIUMPHS: Washington's Patrick Reddick (21) catches a pass for a gain of 10 yards before
YSU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Penguins still seeking leader as league begins
Youngstown State opens Horizon League play Thursday at home against Loyola. By PETE MOLLICA
GATOR BOWL NDs Battle lives up to his name
The former quarterback has found a future at wide receiver. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
SUGAR BOWL Georgia is healthy again
The Bulldogs went 4-1 in the final five games without their top three receivers, who are now back.
YOUNGSTOWN Emergency help with heating still available
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Area Community Action Council is advising Mahoning County residents that
McKelvey approves water-rate increase
McKelvey approves water-rate increase YOUNGSTOWN -- Mayor George M. McKelvey has signed an 8 1/2
WALL STREET Market's status looks like 1964
Signs indicate the stock market could be headed for a long period of stagnation, a historian says.
ORANGE BOWL Setting is different for Iowa, USC
The Big Ten and Pac-10 co-champions are meeting in Florida instead of California. MIAMI (AP) -- At
TCU sets NCAA women's record in 76-16 victory
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- TCU coach Jeff Mittie knew his Frogs played one of their best defensive
The committee recommends that some unfilled positions remain vacant.
The committee recommends that some unfilled positions remain vacant. WARREN -- At the end of a
LIBERTY BOWL TCU records 500th victory
The Horned Frogs defeated Colorado State 17-3 in the rain. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Ricky Madison
PREP CHANGES For Friday's events
The following boys basketball games have been changed due to Ohio State's football game against
Associated Press
Associated Press TOUCHDOWN-SAVING TACKLE: Washington's kicker John Anderson (15) and Tim Galloway
OCCHA to celebrate Three Kings tradition
OCCHA to celebrate Three Kings tradition YOUNGSTOWN -- Organizacion Civica y Cultural Hispana
SUN BOWL Purdue rallies behind Orton to beat Huskies
The quarterback passed for 283 yards and two touchdowns in a 34-24 victory. EL PASO, Texas (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN Maennerchor marks its 140th anniversary
By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Musical memories spanning more than a
CAMP FIRE ACTIVITIES: Above, Jessica Ricker, 13, in foreground, and Brittney Henry, 13, both of
CAMP FIRE ACTIVITIES: Above, Jessica Ricker, 13, in foreground, and Brittney Henry, 13, both of
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.052.09 Bank One,.84,36.2636.28 Clear Channel, 37.22
FASHION Trend-setters were spotlighted in 2002
Highs and lows of year in fashion are worth reviewing. By LESLEY KENNEDY SCRIPPS HOWARD The
SCRIPPS HOWARD
SCRIPPS HOWARD WINNERS: Although the U.S. bobsled team won a medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics,
NFC PLAYOFFS Shockey puts new life in Giants' drive to wild-card berth
The New York tight end had 74 catches for 894 yards and missed two games with a toe injury. EAST
OHIO STATE Fiesta notebook
Coach Mike: Girard native Mike Cochran, the assistant strength and conditioning coach at Ohio State,
AT A GLANCE
AT A GLANCE Mark Stoops School: Miami. Responsibilities: Defensive Backs Coach. Age: 35 (July 9,
STEELERS Pittsburgh eyes three-peat on Sunday
The Steelers have two wins over Cleveland this season. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Several Cleveland Browns
LIONS Detroit keeps struggling Mornhinweg, Millen
The unpopular coach and GM duo have a 5-27 record over two seasons. ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) --
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator BUCKEYES AND HURRICANES: Members of the Kerpsack family will cheer no
CAPITAL ONE BOWL Auburn must keep Johnson under 100
Penn State is 1-3 when its top back fails to reach triple digits rushing. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN City aims to erase deficit
The finance director expects to eliminate the deficit by midyear. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
EL PASO, Texas (AP) -- Purdue didn't have much success in its bowl games the last few years.
EL PASO, Texas (AP) -- Purdue didn't have much success in its bowl games the last few years.
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
FRIDAY XAmerican Legion Post 560, 103 Twelfth St., Campbell, will sponsor a fish and shrimp fry
TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Named Ron Jackson
WARREN Board angers residents by giving WRI permit
OEPA also may appeal the city health board's decision. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
COLLEGE BOWL | Thursday's football game
ORANGE BOWL in Miami No. 5 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (10-2) vs. No. 3 IOWA (11-1) Time: 8 p.m.
COLLEGE BOWL Friday's football game
FIESTA BOWL in Tempe, Ariz. No. 1 MIAMI (12-0) vs. No. 2 OHIO STATE (13-0) Time: 8 p.m.
GAIL WHITE Life lessons learned on my kitchen table
I was wiping off the kitchen table for what seemed like the hundredth time today. With the
NFL Parcells reportedly close to signing with Cowboys
But the veteran coach has a history of jilting teams. IRVING, Texas (AP) -- Jerry Jones knows all
NBA Walker sparks Celtics to victory
Fighting off the flu, he scored 33 points and 11 rebounds in a 96-89 win over Memphis. BOSTON (AP)
EASTERN CONFERENCE
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Clarett claims OSU lied
The Buckeyes running back said he filled out the proper paperwork to return home. TEMPE, Ariz.
Rehabilitation continues on Lipkey Road bridge
NORTH JACKSON -- As part of the Ohio Turnpike's Capital Improvement Program, the Lipkey Road bridge