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NFC Packers will face Rossum tonight
Green Bay has been unable to successfully replace their former punt return man. GREEN BAY, Wis.
AROUND THE NHL
AROUND THE NHL Friday's other games Sabres 6, Hurricanes 3 BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- J.P.
ALLEGHENY COLLEGE Trustees adopt document outlining environmental policy
The college announced last year that it would use wind power for 7.5 percent of its electricity.
WALL STREET Not everyone lost big in 2002
The big winners and big losers were in technology, telecom and media. NEW YORK (AP) -- As painful
DAVID WATERS Religious activity 'bad'; doing God's will 'good'
Has your church ever been tempted to become a government contractor? Thanks to a mighty stroke from
U.S. TREASURY Paper savings bond is endangered species
The Treasury Department may start issuing bonds online as part of its effort to reduce paper
Maddox vs. Holcomb
Maddox vs. Holcomb It all started for Tommy Maddox with a must-win situation in a Browns-Steelers
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XMill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will meet at 6 p.m.
Foreclosure action on Belmont Ave.
Foreclosure action on Belmont Ave. LIBERTY -- Township administrator Patrick J. Ungaro has asked
Today is Saturday, Jan. 4, the fourth day of 2003. There are 361 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Saturday, Jan. 4, the fourth day of 2003. There are 361 days left in the year. On this date
REGION
REGION AT & amp;T Broadband increases cable rates PITTSBURGH -- More than 600,000 AT &
HELOISE Hint makes filling bird feeders easier
Dear Heloise: Thought I'd pass on my favorite hint for feeding backyard birds. I have quite a few
TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Short-handed Lakeview prevails
Minus two starters, the Bulldogs remained unbeaten by beating Champion. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
Most of OSU's top players will not be on tonight's flight
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Don't count on seeing Maurice Clarett, Michael Doss or Craig Krenzel if you
Forum Health Northside
Forum Health Northside Charlene Pittman and Walter Talley, 820 Winona Drive, Youngstown, boy, Jan.
YOUNGSTOWN Alliance man guilty in break-in and rape
The man believes his right to a speedy trial was violated and plans to appeal. By BOB JACKSON
Rafeedie-Abed wedding date to be March 8
XYOUNGSTOWN -- Nuha Rafeedie, 823 S. Schenley Ave., is announcing the engagement of her daughter,
ANGELA TRAFFORD Pain is a fact; misery is optional
I've recently realized that in essence, across the board, often I am not satisfied with people's
Associated Press
Associated Press ADDRESSING THE TROOPS: President Bush speaks to soldiers in Fort Hood, Texas.
Victim credited in parole denial
A defendant's parole may have been denied partly because the victim chose to speak to the parole
Many of the city's widows have fled physical and emotional abuse, and fall victim to more in
Many of the city's widows have fled physical and emotional abuse, and fall victim to more in
WILD-CARD Peterson, Shockey collide on Sunday
Two budding stars will face each other in the 49ers-Giants playoff game. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP)
YSU leads in scholarships
YSU leads in scholarships Youngstown State University provides scholarships to a larger percentage
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times PRAYER: A woman prays in the Ganges River, with the faith that the sacred water
MAHONING VALLEY Kids Coins for Cancer fund-raiser under way
About 9,100 children under age 15 in the United States were diagnosed with cancer in 2002. The
Author finds niche with legal thrillers
James Scott Bell puts a Christian spin on gritty crime and suspense novels. By WILLIAM LOBDELL
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Judge will consider trying teen as adult
The beating left the victim hospitalized and requiring surgery. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
MAHONING VALLEY Fans form a big cheerleading squad
Residents cheered and cried when Miami's final pass fell to the ground. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
A flickering star: Texaco signs fade from gas stations
The Shell logo is replacing the familiar black-and-red Texaco logo. HOUSTON (AP) -- The Texaco
BOYS BASKETBALL Fitch pulls away from Ursuline for SVC victory
Howland beat Niles with a buzzer-beater by Scott Day. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Fitch High boys basketball
AMERICA WEST AIRLINES Want food while in flight? It'll cost you
The airline's prices range from $3 for a snack box up to $10 for a hot meal with dessert. PHOENIX
NFL Sid Gillman dies at 91; Hall of Fame coach
He was an outstanding NFL coach for the Rams, Chargers and Oilers. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Sid
WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Tennessee, UConn on stage
It is one of the sport's best rivalries, which gets renewed today. HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- In 15
OUTCAST: Kamala Devi Mukherjee tears old dresses into strips for weaving in a Varanasi sweatshop
OUTCAST: Kamala Devi Mukherjee tears old dresses into strips for weaving in a Varanasi sweatshop
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Steve McNair threw passes and took part in a few drills Friday as the
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Steve McNair threw passes and took part in a few drills Friday as the
BUCKS RAZE CANES
By ROB TODOR VINDICATOR SPORTS EDITOR TEMPE, Ariz. -- Buckeye Nation, try this one on for size
Faison's double-double keys Chaney
YOUNGSTOWN -- Quiana Faison scored 14 points Friday to lead the Chaney High girls basketball team to
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Driesell retires from coaching
The Georgia State coach is leaving coaching with 786 victories -- fifth-most on the Division I list.
National audience gets an eyeful of the Valley as Clarett contributes big
& lt;a href=mailto:todor@vindy.com & gt;By ROB TODOR & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR
NHL Capitals, Jackets skate to 2-2 tie
The Capitals climbed into a first-place tie in the Southeast Division. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
United cuts 1,700 jobs, closes ticket offices
United cuts 1,700 jobs, closes ticket offices CHICAGO -- Bankrupt United Airlines said Friday it
HARRISBURG Anti-truancy policy sparks complaints
At least two teens ended up in Dauphin County's juvenile detention facility. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A
DALLAS COWBOYS Parcells readies himself for his next NFL project
He has a history of turning around struggling franchises in a short time. IRVING, Texas (AP) --
ERIE, PA. Official hopes to charge colleges for the use of some city services
The two Erie schools would get a bargain at the per-student rate, the finance director says. ERIE,
YOUNGSTOWN Mayor stresses collaboration
Solutions to crime are collaborative, not unilateral, the mayor told the crime prevention task
Davis pours in 29; Cavs snap 14-game road losing streak
Ricky Davis connected on two free throws with 2.2 seconds left as Cleveland beat Toronto, 81-80.
AFC Old East rivals renew their series in playoff opener
The Indianapolis Colts and New York Jets are familiar with each other. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP)
Miss Stanley, Ken Harris to wed in February rite
XBOARDMAN -- Charles and Nancy Stanley, 5683 West Blvd., are announcing the engagement of their
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.002.09 Bank One,.84,37.3737.40 Clear Channel, 38.93
RECOVERY McNabb moves closer to starting for Eagles
The star quarterback, who is nursing an ankle injury, may start in Philadelphia's first playoff
Fans form a big cheerleading squad
Residents cheered and cried when Miami's final pass fell to the ground. & lt;a
Billy Graham film
Billy Graham film NORTH LIMA -- "The Climb," a new Billy Graham film from World Wide Pictures,
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She's unsure about organ donorship laws
Dear Annie: My husband and I recently had wills drawn up. My husband wishes to be an organ donor. I
BROWNS-STEELERS Unlikely quarterbacks take over
Instead of Tim Couch and Kordell Stewart, it's Kelly Holcomb and Tommy Maddox in the spotlight.
Judge upholds decision to drop teacher
LISBON -- A Columbiana County judge has upheld the Salem school district's decision not to rehire a
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Parcel Post (S Schillaci)13.004.003.00 Hunters Mac (D
BASEBALL Agents are asked to keep records on their clients
The baseball players' union wants agents to maintain records of free-agent bids. NEW YORK (AP) --
ENTHUSIASM: Roy Root of Warren tries on a child-size Ohio State University helmet as he and a table-
ENTHUSIASM: Roy Root of Warren tries on a child-size Ohio State University helmet as he and a table-
Dinner meeting
Dinner meeting WARREN -- NJF Seniors will meet at 6 p.m. Jan. 13 at The Saratoga Restaurant. The
NHL ROUNDUP Friday's other games
Coyotes 4, Red Wings 1 DETROIT -- Sean Burke made 40 saves and Ladislav Nagy had a goal and two
Cops discuss murder suspect
The suspect was released from prison in October and used a North Side address. By PATRICIA MEADE
CANFIELD House teaches kids fire safety
CANFIELD -- Firefighters of the Cardinal Joint Fire District use a firefighting tool that most area
Leetonia 43, Southern 37
Leetonia 43, Southern 37 SALINEVILLE -- Ryan Dowling had 16 points and seven rebounds and Fred
YOUNGSTOWN Review to stay in Valley
A salary is still being negotiated for the publisher, who will work for the city schools. By
AROUND THE NBA Friday's other games
Nets 100, Heat 80 Richard Jefferson scored 26 points and Jason Kidd got his 15th double-double of
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Chaney 65, Wilson 54 Fitch 53, Ursuline 32 Howland 65, Niles 63
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune RECRUIT? Jamestown (Ohio) High School senior Levi Westerhausen traveled with
GREENVILLE, PA. Group of Pittsburgh investors buys Hodge Foundry
The company will continue to employ about 90 people. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Hodge Foundry has been
ERNIE BROWN JR. Rayen cheerleaders follow the formula for success
As we enter a new year, there is still an adage worth remembering: Hard work, dedication and
ATLANTA Penguins conquer Thrashers, 4-1
Fourth-line partners Shean Donovan and Steve McKenna tallied in the third period Friday to spark
YOUNG FAN: Zachari Jones, 7, of Youngstown, came decked out as an Ohio State University player to
YOUNG FAN: Zachari Jones, 7, of Youngstown, came decked out as an Ohio State University player to
WOMEN'S TOP 25 No. 4-rated Kansas State rolls to 12th
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) -- Nicole Ohlde had 26 points and eight rebounds and Kendra Wecker scored 23
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Considering the sea of red, screaming Buckeye fans packing Sun Devil Stadium,
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Considering the sea of red, screaming Buckeye fans packing Sun Devil Stadium,
Astrologer to the stars dies after heart attack
Astrologer to the stars dies after heart attack LOS ANGELES -- Sydney Omarr, the astrologer to the
PREVIEW
PREVIEW ATLANTA (9-6-1) At GREEN BAY (12-4) When: 8 tonight. TV/Radio: ABC Channels 33, 5 and
NORTHWESTERN PA. Radical group says it set fire
The loosely organized group is suspected of other acts of arson. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A radical
Review to stay in Valley
A salary is still being negotiated for the publisher, who will work for the city schools. By
School board wins legal ruling
The judge ruled the school board did not violate federal law. & lt;a
Nakita Adams, Dwayne Cruse to wed March 1
XWARREN -- Plans for the forthcoming marriage of Nakita Cheree Adams and Dwayne E. Cruse, both of
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Maybe the criticism of Ken Dorsey was justified.
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Maybe the criticism of Ken Dorsey was justified. Miami's senior quarterback,
Federal judges shouldn't be excluded from largess
Opinion: Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist is right when he says that federal judges should receive a pay
NATION Christian karaoke music finds a niche
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) -- At least a decade before karaoke clubs caught on in America in the
PENNSYLVANIA New Castle wins with clutch effort
The Hurricanes won their fourth straight game by beating Shaler. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR
CHRISTMAS Holiday services
Here are services at area churches celebrating Christmas under the Julian calendar. Old Holy
HIGHER EDUCATION Universities want to lure top music students
More kids participate in music than any other high school extracurricular activity, said the
Kiki Cohen's 15 points help Bethany to attain 10th win
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Junior center Kelley Richardson of Follansbee, W.Va., scored 24 points Friday as
MEMORIES Favorite things are woven into the fabric of our lives
People have emotional connections with clothing or accessories because they remind us of a beloved
Final national title game played at Sun Devil Stadium
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Adios, Sun Devil Stadium. Friday's Ohio State-Miami game was almost certainly
YOUNGSTOWN Cops discuss murder suspect
The suspect was released from prison in October and used a North Side address. By PATRICIA MEADE
YOUNGSTOWN Man receives probation in arson
The St. Louis Avenue man said he's trying to change his life for the better. By BOB JACKSON
In coach and Clarett, national audience gets an eyeful of the Valley
By ROB TODOR VINDICATOR SPORTS EDITOR TEMPE, Ariz. -- Now, the rest of the country knows what