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YSU Volleyball team wins LORETTO, Pa. -- Junior Melanie Pounders had 12 kills, four digs and

Blues 1, Predators 0

Blues 1, Predators 0 ST. LOUIS -- Brent Johnson made 26 saves for his first shutout since last

POLICE CALLS

Summary of police activity for Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Oct. 22 Arrest: A Hubbard

NOV. 5

NOV. 5 "The Matrix Revolutions." The third (and final?) chapter in the Wachowski Brothers' cyber-

WARREN Utility office is still in need

A committee meeting is set for Thursday. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --

SPADAFORA Mean streets take toll

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- He calls himself the Pittsburgh Kid. In reality, Paul Spadafora is a child of

Flu shot clinics reset

Flu shot clinics reset Two flu shot clinics postponed because of a lack of flu vaccine have been

Associated Press

Associated Press LIKE A BEEPER: Ira Goldman shows off his invention, the Knee Defender, at

HARRISBURG Senate committee takes away $307 million from spending plan

Senators cut education funding, which the governor won't like. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The state Senate

LOWELLVILLE Officials resolve problems over crash

One councilman called the controversy 'politically motivated.' By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR

Worker pulled from pond

Worker pulled from pond AUSTINTOWN -- Mahoning County dive team members pulled a man from the

TRUMBULL COUNTY Delmont had borrowed equipment, officials say

Taking county equipment home is a violation of county rules, officials say. By STEPHEN SIFF and

McKeon will return to manage Marlins

He led Florida from last place to the World Series championship. MIAMI (AP) -- Jack McKeon got a

WASHINGTONVILLE Police hope record and rapport help levy

The continuing levy would give the department nearly $20,000 annually. By NANCY TULLIS

Flare-ups, feuds, fines kick off Lakers' season

One fan held up a homemade sign that read 'Can't we all just get along.' LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kobe

Marlins, county set to commit $210 million toward new ballpark

Marlins, county set to commit $210 million toward new ballpark Eds: UPDATES with quotes, reax By

2003-04 SCHEDULE

OCTOBER Today -- at Sacramento, 10:30 p.m. (43, ESPN) Thursday -- at Phoenix, 10:30 p.m. (TNT)

YEAR BY YEAR Amounts to charities

Since 1993, more than 100 organizations have received $3,824,000 from the Giant Eagle LPGA Classic

HELOISE Hint helps get last toothpaste out of tube

Dear Heloise: I know you have lots of tips for getting the last bit of toothpaste out of the tube.

49ers are hurting

49ers are hurting One week after enjoying his biggest win as a NFL coach, San Francisco 49ers

Ongoing

Ongoing ART Akron Art Museum, 70 E. Market St., Akron: "Hans Hofmann: Selections From the

CROSS COUNTRY YSU is host for meet for first time

The Horizon League championships will be Saturday at Avalon South. HOWLAND -- Youngstown State

What's proper punishment for man without remorse?

Opinion: Based on testimony in the trial of Martin J. Koliser Jr. he is a man who showed no respect for the

Federal jury indicts Boardman resident

YOUNGSTOWN -- A federal grand jury in Cleveland has handed up a one-count indictment charging

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Her teenage daughter seems to be uncontrollable

Dear Annie: My 16-year-old daughter, "Dawn," is on probation for attempted murder. I won't go into

CLEVELAND Cavaliers have long way to go

The coach, Paul Silas, must turn talented athletes into pro basketball players. CLEVELAND (AP) --

TAKING NOTES: Martin L. Koliser Jr., 30, of Boardman makes notes during his trial. He is charged

The Mahoning Valley is rife with tales about ghosts. Read on -- if you dare.

The Mahoning Valley is rife with tales about ghosts. Read on -- if you dare. By JoANNE VIVIANO

Tuesday's Sports in Brief

Tuesday's Sports in Brief By The Associated Press BASEBALL MIAMI (AP) -- Jack McKeon agreed to

BOYS SOCCER Kiki Willis' two goals lead Mooney into regional final

Mooney blanked Alliance, 2-0, and will play Chagrin Falls Saturday. By BRIAN RICHESSON

RETIREMENT YEARS Kids know far more than we think about finances

Some also knew that many issues play into the retirement financial equation. By STEVE ROSEN

Koliser has nothing to say in his defense

By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Martin L. Koliser Jr. slept, smiled,

Goldberg contests contempt sentence

The disbarred lawyer argues the judge was biased. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

CALIFORNIA SPEEDWAY CART's season finale is postponed dues to fires

The King Taco 500 slated Sunday won't be run in San Bernardino. FONTANA, Calif. (AP) -- The CART

The good, bad and iffy for holidays

The good, bad and iffy for holidays k THE VINDICATOR previews this holiday season's potential

WHOOPING COUGH New cases puzzle experts

The disease can be deadly, especially in babies. By JANE E. ALLEN LOS ANGELES TIMES Doctors

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS

FOOTBALL OHIO FRIDAY'S SCORES DIVISION I Region 3 Dublin Coffman 31, Marion Harding 22

OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

XLaura and Erik Blohm of Garrettsville are announcing the birth of a daughter, Lenci Elisabeth, on

Whitehall-Yearling ends Chaney's year

The Cowboys couldn't hold a 15-3 halftime lead and lost 18-15. By TODD BELL VINDICATOR

Charities get proceeds from LPGA event

VIENNA -- Sixty-eight charities shared a record $460,000 from the 2003 Giant Eagle LPGA Classic.

FUNDING

FUNDING A breakdown Funding for the Petersburg sewer project comes from these sources:

HUBBARD Divers put face on pumpkins underwater

Divers say their sport offers an escape from life's routines. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR

Funding requests spotlight out-of-touch officeholders

Opinion: Only in government -- no, let us be more specific, only in Mahoning County government -- is a

Spurs given their NBA championship rings

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Former Spurs David Robinson, Steve Kerr and Danny Ferry returned to the SBC

PENNSYLVANIA STUDY Complications increased hospital stays, charges

Hemorrhagic-stroke patients were the most likely to be readmitted. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Patients

PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW Friday night playoffs

DIVISION III BEAVER LOCAL vs. GALLIPOLIS GALLIA ACADEMY Game time: 7:30 p.m. at Beaver Local

LOW WATER: Robert Smithson's "Spiral Jetty" in Great Salt Lake is exposed due to drought conditions.

Checks were not bribes, owner of company says

The company owner says he has been fixing boilers for the county for 24 years. By STEPHEN SIFF

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

WARREN Even with increase in rates, water office still has a need

A committee meeting is set for Thursday. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --

BROWNS Green faces DUI, pot charges

WESTLAKE (AP) -- Cleveland Browns running back William Green was arrested earlier this week on

JAMES PHILOMENA Judge's ruling shortens jail term

All of Philomena's federal prison sentence counts toward his state sentence. By BOB JACKSON

TUESDAY'S RESULTS

TUESDAY'S RESULTS SOCCER, BOYS AREA Regional semifinals Division II Chagrin Falls 2, Walsh

St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Stephan and Erin Morgan, 6380 E. Harvest Ridge, Youngstown, girl, Oct. 28. Tomika

HOME DECOR Take cue from nature to change the look of home interior for fall

Simple changes in colors, textures and accent pieces will reflect the season. KNIGHT RIDDER

Today is Thursday, Oct. 30, the 303rd day of 2003. There are 62 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Oct. 30, the 303rd day of 2003. There are 62 days left in the year. On this date

James will wear new shoes tonight in NBA debut

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James' new sneakers should help him drive to the basket. After all,

YSU FOOTBALL Penguins' players, coaches are not giving up on each other

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Coach Jon Heacock certainly has not given

LAWRENCE COUNTY Appeal reduces tax rolls by $10 million

Errors in assessments caused the power company to file its appeal. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR

STEVE BISHEFF California wildfires outweigh the Lakers' 'Crisis'

LOS ANGELES -- The town is shrouded in smoke, and Lakers fans only want to talk about the team's

GAIL WHITE The scariest thing? You relate to my parenting shortfalls

As ghosts and goblins wander around this Halloween, trick-or-treating and yelling "Boo!," I have

SHARPSVILLE Water plant report is due

Remodel, replace or sell are the three options. SHARPSVILLE, Pa. --The public will get a chance to

Stanford, Sizemore named to U.S. Olympic qualifying team

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Indians left-hander Jason Stanford and minor league outfielder Grady Sizemore were

COLUMBUS Will Penn State generosity match Indiana's for OSU?

Lost for the season with a knee injury is Ohio State's fastest wideout, Drew Carter. COLUMBUS (AP)

AROUND THE NBA Tuesday's games

Spurs 83, Suns 82 SAN ANTONIO -- Anthony Carter's layup off an offensive rebound with 28 seconds

Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune NEW LAW: Muslim women shop in a marketplace in conservative Kuala

FARRELL Construction company seeks to build plant in city

Barnes/Miles wants to erect 25 homes over three years. THE VINDICATOR By HAROLD GWIN

Senate unanimously votes to expand low-cost drug program for seniors

A Mercer County lawmaker helped write the original PACE legislation. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The Senate

NHL Canucks extend Blue Jackets' slump, 6-3

Columbus lost its fifth in a row while Vancouver stayed unbeaten at home. VANCOUVER, British

REVIEW Critic's 1st mystery is a winner

With a simple and not-so-suspenseful plot, the characters are the hook. By DAVID MONTGOMERY

TNS to close market research center

By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER LIBERTY -- The Mahoning Valley is losing another

49ERS Red-hot Rams are ready to rock

Kicker Owen Pochman was released and replaced by Todd Peterson. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR

SATURDAY

SATURDAY SUNDAY NEXT WEEK AHEAD * "Love and Street Corner Harmony," a new musical

Airline seat device helps passengers defend their space

The product, which blocks reclining, might not be around for long. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Every

LOTTERY RESULTS

FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 6-12-13-36-46 Mega Ball, 3 Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-9-7

NEW YORK O'Donnell, publisher to begin battle in court

The magazine folded quickly when its namesake pulled out of the venture. NEW YORK (AP) -- Rosie

SALEM School board set to vote on labor pact proposals

The pact decisions come a day before voters decide on a levy and board seats. By NORMAN LEIGH

Raiders ramble to 35-21 victory

South Range's squib kick on the second half kickoff helped the Raiders rally. By TOM WILLIAMS

Gift boxes for children

Gift boxes for children NILES -- Operation Christmas Child begins its kickoff for public awareness

LOWELLVILLE Village council

Six candidates are running for two four-year seats. Information for four of the candidates --

YOUNGSTOWN A First Night invite to Warren

The event will include clowns, magicians, music and fireworks for children. By DAVID SKOLNICK

PETERSBURG Officials update sewer project

Hookup requirements and costs will vary depending on where residents live. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK

ON TOUR This week's events

PGA TOUR Chrysler Championship Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Westin Innisbrook Golf

Here's what jurors will consider while deliberating in the trial of Martin L. Koliser Jr.:

CLEVELAND CAVALIERS James has been very impressive in his first two contests as a pro

The Cleveland Cavaliers will play the Trail Blazers in Portland tonight. PHOENIX (AP) -- The reign

Man pleads guilty in theft at Canfield Fair

Man pleads guilty in theft at Canfield Fair WARREN -- A 24-year-old Girard man accused of stealing

A story in Monday's Election Guide said Warren School District residents will vote on a 6.5-mill

USTA MEN'S CHALLENGER

USTA MEN'S CHALLENGER MERCEDES-BENZ INTERNATIONAL At Waco, Texas Purse: $50,000 Surface:

Man charged in Florida murder faces extradition despite fight

MERCER, Pa. -- A former Wheatland man will be returned to Florida to face murder charges. Charles

By BOB JACKSON

By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Martin L. Koliser Jr. says he has no

Ghost boasts

The Mahoning Valley is ripe with tales about ghosts. Read on -- if you dare. By JoANNE VIVIANO

CANFIELD Rainbow Rentals' sales increase despite lower 3rd-quarter profits

The company outlined some changes aimed at boosting its bottom line. THE VINDICATOR CANFIELD --

YOUNGSTOWN Michigan man to lead YSU's diversity office

He replaces Barbara C. Orton, who retired earlier this year. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jimmy Myers of Ann

WINNERS Canfield Speech Boosters

Results from Saturday's Canfield Speech Boosters Novice Tournament: Original oratory: Brittany

BERRYSBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Ephriam Blank Jr. stands on his farmhouse porch in northern Dauphin County,

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Alphonso Harrington The FBI and Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force

YOUNGSTOWN Issue 1 is an opportunity for Valley, official says

Communities will aggressively compete for a share of the funding, he said. By DAVID SKOLNICK

BOARDMAN -- Rick and Darlene Morocco and Darlene's sister Davene Garvey brought their diverse tastes

JAMES AND MORRIS CAREY \ On the House Clock-turning signals time for upkeep

Each fall, Americans turn clocks back an hour, marking the end of daylight-saving time. Reminders to

Keep on saving after dire times

By CHRIS PUMMER CBS MARKETWATCH SAN FRANCISCO -- Living without credit is a worthy aspiration.

Winners of the underwater pumpkin carving contest at Hubbard Community Pool:

Winners of the underwater pumpkin carving contest at Hubbard Community Pool: SCUBA DIVING First:

STRANGE HAPPENINGS: Tim Kiniery, in the basement of Sam's Pizza Shop on South Canal Street in Newton

Champion's dream season ended with Tuesday with a 5-0 loss to Hawken in Tuesday's regional semifinal

THE AMERICAN HOME Kitchen evolution reflects changes in culture

Efforts to save time and labor were always key ingredients. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Howard

MELLON ARENA Isles, Pens to resume hostilities

Eric Cairns was an agitator during Saturday's game at Long Island. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- New York

Spiral Jetty: For more information, visit www.robertsmithson.com on the Web.

Spiral Jetty: For more information, visit www.robertsmithson.com on the Web. Bear River Migratory

WASHINGTON For third year, hunger rises

Many families adjust food buying to cover their fixed expenses. WASHINGTON (AP) -- About 12

STEELERS Cowher admits team is way too tentative

Last-place Pittsburgh has lost four-straight games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers coach

Paterno prepares for OSU amid toughest season of his long football career

Off-field arrests and incidents aren't dissuading the coach of the 2-6 Nittany Lions. STATE

Hubbard Community Pool: Remember, it's for the kids

Opinion: Hubbard Community Pool: Remember, it's for the kids EDITOR: It takes just a few seconds for a

KIRTLAND, OHIO Just head north for a little history and beauty

Mentor and Kirtland offer many lesser-known scenic and historical sites. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

Warning: This story will shock and terrify

Halloween is just around the corner, and, in the spirit of the season, I've decided to reveal a

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Tis Yo (R.Perez)23.209.006.80 Casamo (R.Frazier)5.604.00 C

REGION

REGION Unemployment rates decline in local counties The Lawrence County unemployment rate

"This morning I think it finally sank in that we are refugees."

Opinion: "This morning I think it finally sank in that we are refugees." Patricia Wells A mother of two

SOCCER Hawken blanks Champion

The matchup was between Division III's fourth-ranked and fifth-ranked teams. By JOE SCALZO

BLOOD DRIVES

MONDAY St. Brendan's Church, 2800 Oakwood Ave., Youngstown, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. Jamestown High

RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Oct. 29. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances

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BASEBALL Down gets the bounce as Yanks' batting coach

New York's weak hitting in the World Series is a reason he was fired. NEW YORK (AP) -- Rick Down

GREAT EXPECTATIONS | Part 3

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Tourists stop by the dozens at Flannery's Pub these days, snapping photos of a

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