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TENNIS Roddick rebounds on court
The world's top player dismissed Carlos Moya in the Masters Cup. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
OPEN MARKET China signs $1.7 billion deal with GE, Boeing to ease trade tensions with U.S.
The Big Three automakers also reached a deal to ship thousands of cars to China. WASHINGTON (AP)
Severe weather injures 10, damages homes, businesses
Outages affected approximately 18,000 customers in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. STAFF/WIRE
The sources
The sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
BLOCKS of GLASS
Glass block isn't just for windows. And the buyer has a choice of style and color. By REBECCA
Warming trend; must-have makeup
By BECKY SHER KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE Ears are a tricky thing in cold weather. You need to keep
PROJECTS
PROJECTS City committee Youngstown's Design Review Committee approved these projects Wednesday:
MILL CREEK METROPARKS Cuts will prevent fiscal crisis, officials say
Employee health care costs rose 20 percent in one year. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
BIG 12 Sooners welcome underdog Baylor for home finale
Oklahoma can secure the Big 12 South Division title with a win. NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Bob Stoops
FOOD AND CLOTHING
FOOD AND CLOTHING Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, 12:30
Still more fall notes, quotes & amp; anecdotes
You see a lot of unusual things at the state cross country meet. Strange hats, strange head
OHIO Bar exam passage rates vary greatly among law schools
For the second year in a row, OSU had the highest pass rate. COLUMBUS -- Bar examination passage
LIBERTY Volunteers fix home after floods
Eight additional volunteers will be at the Keefer Road home next week. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
IF YOU GO Tracy Morgan
When: 8 and 10:15 p.m. Nov. 21 (smoke free) and Nov. 22. Where: Funny Farm Comedy Club, 1620 Motor
MUSICIANS ON THE MARCH
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis TRUMPET FANFARE: From Woodrow Wilson High School, Adrienne Sabo, a
UP FRONT: Butch Mills of Disabled American Veterans Trumbull Unit 11 in Warren waves to the crowd
UP FRONT: Butch Mills of Disabled American Veterans Trumbull Unit 11 in Warren waves to the crowd
WESTERN PA. Officials seek source of hepatitis
A legal firm already has filed suit against Chi-Chi's. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The number of people
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
FOOTBALL OHIO PLAYOFF PAIRINGS REGIONAL FINALS DIVISION I All games at 7 p.m. Saturday Region 1
PITT FOOTBALL WVU's Jones faces big challenge
The cornerback will look to slow Panthers standout Larry Fitzgerald. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO RMI Titanium to resume talks with union Friday WEATHERSFIELD --
LOCAL
LOCAL Yambar, DeBlasio to sign copies of books BOARDMAN -- Chris Yambar will be signing copies
YOUNGSTOWN Koliser's mom blamed parole
Koliser's mother called a radio show to complain about her son's parole officer. By PATRICIA
NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games
Bruins 4, Oilers 3 BOSTON -- Joe Thornton had a goal and an assist, and Mike Knuble added two
OHIO STATE Third-place ranking has Tressel noticing the BCS
The Buckeyes coach usually feigns a lack of interest in the postseason positioning. COLUMBUS (AP)
ROOKIE OF THE YEAR Steinbrenner: Writers unfair to Matsui
Two voters defended decisions to leave Hideki Matsui off their ballots. NEW YORK (AP) -- George
Rodriguez staying in Texas, Hart says
NEW YORK DAILY NEWS PHOENIX -- Despite reports that the Rangers are aggressively shopping Alex
YOUNGSTOWN Koliser's mother blamed parole
Koliser's mother called a radio show to complain about her son's parole officer. By PATRICIA
Nash's goal nets tie for Jackets on road
Columbus remains winless in seven games away from Nationwide Arena. MONTREAL (AP) -- Saku Koivu
CAMPUS NOTES | In the spotlight
EMERSON COLLEGE, Boston Andrew Rostan, a 2003 graduate of Boardman High School, has been named an
Choose wisely when deciding between doing it yourself and hiring professionals.
Choose wisely when deciding between doing it yourself and hiring professionals. By BOB MASULLO
MCDONALD Leaders apply for a grant
The money would be used for assessment, not for cleanup, an official said. THE VINDICATOR By
Ambeliotis keys JFK win
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF AUSTINTOWN -- The biggest play in the Warren JFK-Lisbon
Paying the price for freedom
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- It's important to remember all veterans
FARRELL VFW hall fire fails to stop activities
Some members are at a loss over the destruction of their meeting place. By HAROLD GWIN
hFacing space challenge? Lowell has suggestions
hFacing space challenge? Lowell has suggestions Christopher Lowell has long preached to his
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A subdivision on Mohawk School Road, Mahoning Township, was approved Tuesday
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Response to ad was nothing short of depressing
Dear Annie: I would like to comment on the letter from "Not Tall in Danbury, Conn.," who said it was
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Samuel and Heidi Withers, 5446 E. Pine Lake Road, Petersburg, boy, Nov. 4. Dino
Tracy Morgan moves from 'SNL' to sitcom
Morgan still enjoys getting back to stand-up, the root of his career. By MARIJKE ROWLAND MODESTO
NBA Cavaliers' road blues continue
LeBron James scored 10 points on 3-for-12 shooting in a 91-82 loss to Boston. BOSTON (AP) --
Guinness book sales hit 100 million
NEW YORK (AP) -- The Guinness World Records book has reached a milestone of its own: sales of 100
NORTH LIMA At nearly 114, woman is the world's oldest
A 114-year-old woman who had been the world's oldest person died today. STAFF/WIRE REPORT NORTH
ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES PlaygroundUSA.com -- will begin today with 85 sports activities available. For details
WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP Police get a chance to receive new cruiser
An open house is scheduled for Nov. 20. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT MINERAL RIDGE
THE KISS OF BLISS
THE KISS OF BLISS Adding domestic style Domestic bliss would be nice. In fact, bliss of any kind
HELOISE Clip will keep track of list and cart
Dear Heloise: I use a small, bright-colored plastic clip (kitchen type) to fasten my shopping list
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Diamonds and Lace 21.6010.606.80 Winloc's Majesty
PREP BASEBALL Baker, Ford pick Pitt to continue baseball careers
The Canfield and Boardman High standouts will sign letters of intent this week. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Judge will rule on bed-tax suit
Since Taft was named as a defendant, the suit was filed in Franklin County. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
AROUND THE NFL
AROUND THE NFL News and notes Ravens: Rookie quarterback Kyle Boller underwent surgery on his
LOS ANGELES Women's pro tennis tour looks to shorten season
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The women's pro tennis tour is in talks to shorten its 11-month schedule by a
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS Film "Bee Season." LeModeln Inc., 7536 Market St., Boardman, (330) 758-4417; by appointment
MAHONING TOWNSHIP Pa. rejects $100,000 plea, offers $15,000 for police
A new subdivision got preliminary approval. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
NBA STANDINGS
NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic DivisionWLPctGB Boston43.571-- Philadelphia44.500
Police arrest teen in stolen car who drove through parade, fled
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A teenager drove a stolen car through the city's Veterans Day Parade and then led
YSU Professor to get award for teaching
This is the first time a YSU professor has received the award. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
JFK assassination is vivid is Rather
summary headline here summary here head here WASHINGTON POST For Dan Rather, Nov. 22, 1963,
STRUTHERS Council addresses Astro Shapes strike
One striker estimates the city would lose $180,000 a year in income taxes. THE VINDICATOR By
Indians decline option for Baez
Indians decline option for Baez The Cleveland Indians said Friday they will not pick up the option
YOUNGSTOWN Pepper plants that push the limit
A backyard gardener isn't revealing the secret to his 6-foot plants. By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR
PUPILS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
PUPILS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Teen advisors Chaney High School senior Andrea Burton and Austintown
Knight Ridder Newspapers
Knight Ridder Newspapers HARD TO FORGET: Bill Friedrich, his son John and daughter-in-law Angie
3 face various charges after being arrested in car
3 face various charges after being arrested in car YOUNGSTOWN -- A Niles woman and two Youngstown
SOUTHEAST FOOTBALL Jackson quarterback among top honorees
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Jackson quarterback Jared Humphreys, who rushed for 1,400 yards and passed for
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Pay for jurors increases to $20 per day
Bids will be opened next month to build a new municipal courthouse. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
End of the line for 14 seniors; YSU needs win
Defending champion Western Kentucky hasn't lost to YSU in Gateway Conference games. By PETE
Poland school wins national blue ribbon
Dobbins is the first school in the Mahoning Valley to reach the top level. By DAVID SKOLNICK
REGION
REGION RMI Titanium to resume talks with union Friday WEATHERSFIELD -- RMI Titanium will resume
PENNSYLVANIA Urge senators to act soon, Rendell tells Dem activists
The state's lawmakers go back to work Monday. HARRISBURG (AP) -- While Senate negotiators wrestled
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: The Moody Blues When: 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Where: Edward W. Powers Auditorium,
Education is most important, oldest person advises pupils
Children wanted to know the world's oldest person's favorite flavor of ice cream. By MARALINE
NEW PRODUCT Company raises canes that are able to help people
The walking aids are both stylish and functional. HARTFORD COURANT When Peggy Chisholm's mother,
Associated Press
Associated Press ON DISPLAY: Visitors enjoy watching Maggie, a 2-year-old sea otter, as she shakes
Homeland Security grant
Homeland Security grant YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Emergency Management Agency has received
Retailers need to improve service at the checkout line
Opinion: Retailers need to improve service at the checkout line EDITOR: If Veterans Day was an indicator
STEROIDS Anti-doping officials blast baseball's rules
They called Thursday's findings of steroid use in baseball "the blackest day in the history of
NORTH LIMA Woman becomes world's oldest
A 114-year-old woman who had been the world's oldest person died today. STAFF/WIRE REPORT NORTH
COLUMBUS House, Senate voting on rival bills to reform public pension systems
The Senate version doesn't include the 'buy Ohio' provisions. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
HOME FIX-UPS
HOME FIX-UPS Hard lessons learned Story: Mary and Bill McFadden had barely moved into their 40-
President should stand firm against extortion over tariffs
Opinion: President Bush should not let the World Trade Organization and those countries the WTO has
PTA MEETING
PTA MEETING The Austintown Fitch PTA will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday in room 007 of Fitch
Tracy Morgan goes from 'SNL' to sitcom
Tracy Morgan goes from 'SNL' to sitcom k FORMER "Saturday Night Live" cast member Tracy Morgan is
GEORGE JUNIOR Locals want fugitive alerts
The neighbors said they will bring up the safety issue again. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
John White School was shut down for a very good reason
Opinion: John White School was shut down for a very good reason EDITOR: I have been told that the
REVIEW The story of the making of the Oxford Dictionary
The history of the English language is put into words. By JOHN E. McINTYRE BALTIMORE SUN "The
The Salvation Army in Youngstown is asking the public to donate holiday food items for its annual
The Salvation Army in Youngstown is asking the public to donate holiday food items for its annual
Browns' Davis stuns players, fans with release of WR Kevin Johnson
Davis said the wideout has not met the team's expectations. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kevin Johnson led
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Judge approves dismissal of lawsuit
A hospital and a doctor were among those sued in the case. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
POWAY, Calif. (AP) -- Ted Waitt had his eureka moment over a baccarat table two years ago at Comdex,
POWAY, Calif. (AP) -- Ted Waitt had his eureka moment over a baccarat table two years ago at Comdex,
Ford found negligent in death from air bag
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) -- A jury found Ford Motor Co. negligent and awarded $3.3 million to the
NFL 49ers, Steelers set for Monday's clash
The two teams will collide at Candlestick Park for the first time in four seasons. By TOM WILLIAMS
TOOL KITS Function has met fashion
The heavy-duty tools are designed to give women confidence, their creator says. NEWSDAY When it
YOUNGSTOWN New site gives more students a second chance
About 300 students have graduated from the LifeSkills Center. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY High court sides with officials on hearings
Judges can't mandate a budget hearing, the court ruled. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays' Roy Halladay earns Cy Young Award
He climbed from the low minors to become the league's top pitcher. NEW YORK (AP) -- Roy Halladay
Botanical Name: Geranium "Dilys."
Botanical Name: Geranium "Dilys." Attributes: Geranium "Dilys" is a nearly ever blooming, hardy
Funds for 911 center
Funds for 911 center WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners approved spending $442,000 on radios
NEW YORK Sprint offers television service to real-time cell-phone users
Starting this week, Sprint customers can watch TV on their cell phones. NEW YORK (AP) -- Sprint
Union says Browns violated contract
The NFL Players Association is questioning William Green's suspension. BEREA -- The NFL Players
CRITICAL GUIDANCE Taming your TV
So many channels, so little time -- try these tips for better TV-watching. By HAL BOEDEKER
YOUNGSTOWN Officer punished over 911 dispatch
The supervisor says he will file a grievance. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
By JOHN PATRICK GATTA
By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT The record company marketing teams must be
Temporary worker handles duties after death of clerk
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Springfield Township trustees
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA 300 infected by hepatitis as officials seek source
A legal firm already has filed suit against Chi-Chi's. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The number of people
TUESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
TUESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League NEW YORK YANKEES--Named Roy White first-base
NBA ROUNDUP | Tuesday's games
Rockets 90, Heat 70 HOUSTON -- Jeff and Stan Van Gundy finally faced off as basketball coaches,
Jennings explores JFK assassination
summary headline here summary here head here By KATHY BLUMENSTOCK WASHINGTON POST When