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NBA STANDINGS
NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic DivisionWLPctGB Boston33.500-- Washington33.500--
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket entries Bank One N.A. vs. Mark V. Beacom Sr. et al, foreclosure.
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Mary My King(J Pantaleano)4.403.003.00 Be Backer(H
Suit against city dropped
Suit against city dropped YOUNGSTOWN -- A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed against the
Fire from smoking in bed
Fire from smoking in bed NILES -- A fire official blames smoking in bed for a fire early today
PREP FOOTBALL Six players and three coaches selected as district's best
VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT Six area players and three coaches were given top honors on the 2003
Late? Not if you call first
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: Cell phones are ubiquitous -- where you live, walk and work; on trains, planes and
The Youngstown Board of Education should hire a superintendent who has "experience as a
The Youngstown Board of Education should hire a superintendent who has "experience as a
YOUNGSTOWN Donation to bring lights to city
The lights are to start going up near month's end and be ready by Dec. 6. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
SALEM SOCCER Obstacles hold up complex
Officials hope to end a drainage glitch or at least keep it from getting worse. By NORMAN LEIGH
YOUNGSTOWN Crucial schools chief vote set
Newly elected board members take their seats in January. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION
WARREN Motel owner: Patrol club or we'll close, go to court
The motel owner wants police presence when the club is open. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
DECOR Color choices have far-reaching influence
The beauty of color is in the eye of the beholder. SCRIPPS HOWARD Color is probably the most
Early-morning fire destroys VFW building
FARRELL, Pa. -- Damage will range between $300,000 and $500,000 in a fire that destroyed Veterans of
Police tag cache of goods
& lt;a href=mailto:sinkovich@vindy.com & gt;By PEGGY SINKOVICH & lt;/a & gt;
Witnesses testify on girl's behavior
The defendant could be sentenced to life in prison if he is found guilty. By BOB JACKSON
Clarett case
Clarett case Maurice Clarett on Monday asked the new judge in his misdemeanor case to throw out
CONTRIBUTORS Downtown project
Donations so far to the effort to drape the downtown in white lights: Tony and Mary
Webb to lead school district
Wendy Webb will be the district's first black female superintendent. & lt;a
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Youngstown Community School Governing Authority, 7:30 a.m., board room at the
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-9-5 Pick 4, 1-6-1-9 Buckeye 5, 20-23-
NEW CASTLE Coverts Crossing bridge set to open
The new span is higher and should not have to close as often from flooding. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox There's no excuse for harassment to be allowed
Dear Annie: I have been having trouble with my mail carrier. I own a small business, and, most days,
FOOTBALL OHIO PLAYOFF PAIRINGS REGIONAL FINALS DIVISION I
FOOTBALL OHIO PLAYOFF PAIRINGS REGIONAL FINALS DIVISION I All games at 7 p.m. Saturday Region 1
OHIO STATE Clarett asks judge to drop lying charge
The suspended Ohio State tailback said there is no evidence that he lied. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Maurice
HELOISE Here's the scoop: Dessert is a cobbler and not a cake
Dear Readers: We printed the No-Mix Cherry-Pineapple Nut Cake recipe back in April and have received
WARREN Officer's wife files report on cops
The safety-service director says the woman's complaint needs to be checked. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
WARREN Police chief says he never made threats
The hearing also addressed a TV reporter's allegations of intimidation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Hermitage holiday parade marshal is businessman
The honor goes to someone noted for community service. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- City businessman Robert
Reporter found guilty of trespassing
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A Pittsburgh newspaper reporter has been found guilty of trespassing at a
GROVE CITY, PA. Alarm of slain man never sounded
The two were charged with killing a counselor at their juvenile detention home. By HAROLD GWIN
GIRARD Beautification panel targets State Street
A committee is seeking funds for residential-type lampposts on State Street. By TIM YOVICH
Businessman honored
Businessman honored SALEM -- City businessman John Tolson has been named Salem Area Chamber of
New unit to target fugitives wanted on any felony warrants
Know where a fugitive is hiding? Call 1-866-4WANTED. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
YSU Students oppose bookstore proposal
A report should be complete in three weeks. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Gregory and Kristin Morgione, 2714 Normandy Drive, Youngstown, girl, Nov. 11.
WARREN First Place Financial says it's still looking to grow
It just acquired a Michigan Bank, expanding its commercial loan portfolio. THE VINDICATOR By DON
REVIEW Author tackles hard reality in American women's history
The book examines ordinary women's lives through diaries and manuscripts. By VALERIE FINHOLM
WOMEN'S TENNIS Clijsters can't do enough to earn No. 1
Justine Henin-Hardenne will finish the season ahead of her. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kim Clijsters won
BASEBALL ROUNDUP
BASEBALL ROUNDUP News and notes Pirates: Pittsburgh declined to exercise its option on second
Willis, Berroa picked as majors' top rookies
The American League voting was the closest since the format began in 1980. MIAMI (AP) -- Dontrelle
Knitting becomes as popular as meditation, yoga
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Knitting, like yoga and meditation, is hot. As people have turned to
Applicant says she still wants top job
Murphy said she was told she met 17 of 18 criteria. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION
LOCAL
LOCAL Giacchetta's Lounge wins touch crown YOUNGSTOWN -- Giacchetta's Lounge defeated Roth Bros.
Police probe armed robberies
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City police are investigating two apparently unrelated armed robberies. Police
Officials propose to widen I-80 to head off problems
Officials also considered other plans that would prevent traffic woes. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
GROVE CITY, PA. 2 had planned to escape, say boys at reform school
The two were charged with killing a counselor at their juvenile detention home. By HAROLD GWIN
Franklin Co. judge denies injunction sought by CVB
The bed tax brings an estimated $450,000 annually. By MICHELLE HLADIK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Irish loaded with talent in 2000
Eleven players off that team went on to play Division I college football. By TOM WILLIAMS
REVIEW 'Train' stays on track for each bad stop
The author establishes a painful pattern for his character. By STEVEN GOODE HARTFORD COURANT
BENGALS He guaranteed what? Johnson calls out K.C.
Chad Johnson said Cincinnati will beat the 9-0 Chiefs on Sunday. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Chiefs are
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 5 to
Springer turns his sights to race for governor
Celebrities are viable political candidates, the TV talk show host says. & lt;a
Associated Press
Associated Press GREEN CONVENTION: Twin waterfalls surround a person arriving at the U.S. Green
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League ANAHEIM ANGELS--Named Dennis Kuhl president.
Spadafora charged
Spadafora charged Former lightweight boxing champion Paul Spadafora was ordered to stand trial on
GAIL WHITE Charming restaurant, innocent laughs left me in stitches
When I arrived at Mrs. T's restaurant/bar on state Route 14 in Washingtonville last Thursday, I
NHL ROUNDUP | Monday's games
Oilers 5, Rangers 4 NEW YORK -- Raffi Torres had his first two-goal game in the NHL, and Radek
YSU FOOTBALL Hutchinson comes long way in short time for Penguins
The linebacker from Newton Falls won YSU's weekly defensive award. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
GOLF Woods, Singh stump for honors
Both performers are strong candidates for PGA Tour Player of the Year. HOUSTON (AP) -- For any
Event celebrates success in recycling
YSU's provost announced a new focus on civic engagement education. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
STEEL TARIFFS Nations send warning to U.S.
Italy warns of an unprecedented trade war. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- A chorus of steel-
MONACA, PA. Hepatitis A outbreak limits blood donations
Varying limits apply to people linked to a hepatitis A outbreak. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.42 2.48 Bank One,.84,42.3442.38 Clear Channel, 42.26
REUNIONS
XCanfield High School Class of 1983 will hold its 20-year reunion Nov. 29 at the Holiday Inn in
League suspends Green 4 games
He was credited for sitting out last week's game. BEREA (AP) -- A chaotic week for the Cleveland
Bomb threat at school
Bomb threat at school EAST PALESTINE -- Students and personnel were evacuated from the high school
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Jaguars: The NFL fined defensive lineman Marcus Stroud $5,000 for a hit on Tennessee quarterback
Applicant says she still wants job
Murphy said she was told she met 17 of 18 criteria. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION
Reservations over new governance policy
A witness said three soldiers were wounded or killed by a bomb today. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Iraq's
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia7231184227 New
Vienna air base warrants strong support from state
Opinion: If Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Fairborn near Dayton is worth $1 million in state aid because
YOUNGSTOWN Ceremony opens Newport Sparkle
The new store is creating 75 jobs on the South Side. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mayor George McKelvey was
SEWING Sergers require regular care in order to do professional job
Hints make it possible to extend the life of your machine. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS If you take
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS Family atmosphere translates into winning
The Cavaliers won their second straight game by routing the Knicks. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
UConn women No. 1 again
The Huskies are seeking their third straight national championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS The player
OSU in control of own destiny
Ohio State can win its first outright league title since 1984. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Having captured
MERCER CO. TRIAL Testimony will begin for former 'Idol' finalist
The ex-finalist faces a charge of simple assault in the man's death. MERCER, Pa. -- Testimony will
With wheel enthusiasm, patrollers hit bike trail
By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF CHAMPION -- About two dozen cyclists have volunteered
MAHONING COUNTY 2 former inmates sue in assault cases
One inmate says he needed 54 stitches to close up wounds after his beating. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two
Meeting with residents
Meeting with residents YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County commissioners will be available to meet with
HOTELS Marriott to institute new lowest-price guarantee
BALTIMORE (AP) -- Marriott International Inc. is hoping to snatch more direct bookings from Internet
PITTSBURGH Spadafora ordered to stand trial
The shooting victim may not testify against the former lightweight champion. MCKEES ROCKS, Pa.
Heacock hasn't reached his goals at YSU
He wants his players to experience the excitement of the playoffs. & lt;a
Candidates line up for seat on appeals court
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER WARREN -- There is no shortage of candidates
Sorrowful mood hangs over campus
Efforts were made to keep the day as routine as possible at the detention center. By HAROLD GWIN
TENNIS MASTERS CUP Federer jars Agassi, boosts No. 1 bid
Roger Federer's win lifted hopes for a top ranking. HOUSTON (AP) -- Andre Agassi paid quite a
"Major combat operations have not resumed in Iraq by really any stretch of the imagination."
Opinion: "Major combat operations have not resumed in Iraq by really any stretch of the imagination."
City's action helps minority contractor
There is progress in bringing minority contractors to the project, officials say. By ROGER G.
FARRELL, PA. School complex to use security doors, greeter
The board will use a bank loan to substitute for unpaid subsidy payments. By HAROLD GWIN
JM board seeks bids to improve access
It would cost $350,000 to make the entire building handicapped-accessible. By IAN HILL
PREPS Six players and three coaches selected as district's best
The area made a clean sweep in Division IV with offensive and defensive players of the year and
NFL Steelers prepare for next challenge in San Francisco
After snapping its losing streak, Pittsburgh faces the rested 49ers Monday night. By TOM WILLIAMS
BCS RANKINGS Horned Frogs staking their claim to history
TCU is sixth in the BCS standings; Oklahoma is No. 1 and Ohio State No. 3. ASSOCIATED PRESS TCU
NORTHEAST OHIO INLAND DISTRICT FOOTBALL TEAM
COLUMBUS -- The 2003 Northeast Inland All-District football teams, as selected by a media panel from
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY EAGLES 17, PACKERS 14 Philadelphia00314--17 Green Bay0707--14 Second
Big Board needs big reform
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Confidence remains in short supply among the investors who keep capitalism
Workshop to target first-time home buyers
Workshop to target first-time home buyers YOUNGSTOWN -- Family Financial Education Services, a
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 11, the 315th day of 2003. There are 50 days left in the year. This is
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Nov. 11, the 315th day of 2003. There are 50 days left in the year. This is
BIG EAST FOOTBALL Backyard Brawl could define season for Pitt
Coach Walt Harris closed practices in preparation for West Virginia. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- 11-15-03.
Third patient dies in W. Pa. outbreak
Officials at the Beaver Valley Mall said sales have dropped. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Investigators
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 12, the 316th day of 2003. There are 49 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Nov. 12, the 316th day of 2003. There are 49 days left in the year. On this date
This is one birthday she'll celebrate
The world's oldest woman said her fondest memory is her parents' love. & lt;a
LEAVITTSBURG Group fights change in permit for landfill
A public meeting is set for Nov. 21. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF LEAVITTSBURG --
Concert to raise funds for endowment
Admission to Sunday's concert is free, but a $25 donation is suggested. SHARON, Pa. -- Paul-Andre
Green Bay lets win slip away
Quarterback Brett Favre had a miserable night in the rain. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- The
Jean Kelty, Animal Charity, Victorian Players founder dies
She is remembered as brilliant, energetic, amazing and kind. BOARDMAN -- Dr. Jean McClure Kelty,
NFL After losing three games in row, the Browns approach crossroads
Cleveland needs a win Sunday to begin turning around a losing season. BEREA (AP) -- Cleveland
Officials consider tax fee for utility
The program is similar to what Warren implemented last year. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
NOTEBOOK | From Gund Arena
Mighty Mihm: Cavaliers forward Chris Mihm had one of the best games of his young career in Monday's
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY I may be black and blue, but I see it as a trophy
I'm sitting here with a knot on my forehead obtained from an argument I had with an attic fan. It's
BELOIT Fans sweet on cremesticks
The creamy white filling is what brings cremestick lovers back for more. By NANCY TULLIS