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HELOISE Keep bank statements to be on the safe side
Dear Heloise: I recently cleaned out some files, and I came across a bunch of old bank statements,
NFL ROUNDUP | Sunday's other games
AFC Colts 38, Jets 31 INDIANAPOLIS -- Edgerrin James ran for a season-high 127 yards and three
REGION
REGION Kids 'R' Us in Boardman to close doors in January BOARDMAN -- The Kids "R" Us store at
Morgan answers critics with play
With Kevin Johnson gone, the Browns' other receivers had strong performances. By BRIAN RICHESSON
NASCAR Flat tire sends Labonte to victory
Bill Elliott led almost the entire race until the final lap. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- A shredded
COLLEGE FOOTBALL BCS won't be making many changes
There will be some changes, but the system won't likely be one of them. NEW ORLEANS (AP) --
MASTERS CUP Federer caps outstanding year with season-ending rout of Agassi
The Wimbledon champion moved up to No. 2 in the rankings. HOUSTON (AP) -- Consider this a warning,
MATCHUP Tonight's game
PITTSBURGH (3-6) at SAN FRANCISCO (4-5) Time: 9 p.m. TV/radio: WYTV (33), WEWS (5), WTAE (4),
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Marco and Antonella Mediati, 2155 Watson Marshall Road, McDonald, boy, Nov.
Attack Al-Qaida on all fronts
Opinion: Kansas City Star: The despicable attacks on two synagogues in Turkey on Saturday showed again how
BIG EAST WVU fans 'celebrate' a little less vigorously
Firefighters responeded to 49 fires after the 52-31 win over Pitt. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- It
Nextel will take over as Series top sponsor
R.J. Reynolds ended its 33-year history as sponsor on Sunday. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Winston's
YOUNGSTOWN Man gets 15 years to life in slaying of girlfriend
The victim was happy the last time her family saw her, her mother said. By D.A. WILKINSON
Handel's selling CD made by Valley students
BOARDMAN -- Handel's Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt is selling "Kids for Kids," a compact disc filled
RAY T. DAVIS, 85 4-term Mahoning County sheriff dies
Davis was a city councilman and served as a secretary to the mayor. YOUNGSTOWN -- Ray T. Davis, a
Blue Jackets rally
Blue Jackets rally Once again, the Columbus Blue Jackets faced a first-period deficit. This time,
STEELERS NOTEBOOK From San Francisco
Improvement: Coach Bill Cowher said the Steelers offensive line has gotten better each game over the
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael C. Nagy Jr., 32, of 4805 Canfield Road, Canfield, and
YOUNGSTOWN Authorities investigate circulation of counterfeit $20 bills
Some of the phony money was used for a pizza on Taft Avenue. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
Train show makes stop
Train show makes stop Above, Kevin Hall, 5, of Southington watches a model train pass by while,
5 die in attacks on citizens who back American efforts
U.S. forces want to show the effectiveness of their firepower, a general said. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)
I-79 lanes opened early
I-79 lanes opened early MEADVILLE, Pa. (AP) -- The threat of snow has been known to close roads in
GOLF ROUNDUP South Africa team captures World Cup by four strokes
Dorthy Delasin won the LPGA Tournament of Champions in a playoff. ASSOCIATED PRESS KIAWAH
Browns' standout stabbed by fianc & eacute;e
The Cleveland running back is already serving a four-game suspension. WESTLAKE (AP) -- William
VIENNA 2 leases to bring money to airport
The port authority will pay $5,000 because of a breach of contract. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
LOCAL
LOCAL Three named to All-OAC soccer TWINSBURG -- Three Youngstown-area players have been named
PITTSBURGH AIRPORT US Airways: Reduce debt or watch us leave facility
IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) -- US Airways has threatened to leave Pittsburgh International Airport if its
PETE HIRST
PETE HIRST Given name: Leland, but he goes by Pete. Age: Turns 90 on Nov. 29. Job: Courier for
Steelers, 49ers are desperate for victory
Both teams are trying to stay alive in the playoff race. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
SATURDAY'S SCORES GATEWAY Western Kentucky 37, Youngstown State 13 Western Illinois 63, SW
LEETONIA Police chief makes case for election to sheriff's post
The chief said handling a tight budget is an essential skill. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM
A glance at the differences among the three strains of hepatitis virus:
A glance at the differences among the three strains of hepatitis virus: Hepatitis A The
WORLD CUP SCORES
WORLD CUP SCORES Sunday At Kiawah Island, The Ocean Course Kiawah Island, S.C. Purse: $4
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY Cleveland vs. Pittsburgh Blood Drive, Rosemont Banquet Center, 200 Sterling
GIRARD Consolidated puts center up for auction
GIRARD -- Consolidated Freightways, a California trucking company that left 14 local employees
High school coach had much to do with Krenzel's development at QB
The Michigan native is 2-0 as a starting quarterback against the Wolverines. STERLING HEIGHTS,
REUNIONS
XCampbell Memorial High School Class of 1973 will hold a 30th year reunion Nov. 29 at Our Lady of
Customers line up as Krispy Kremes roll off the line
Bill Pruitte, a trainer for Krispy Kreme, packs a box of freshly baked glazed doughnuts at the
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.36 2.37 Bank One,.84,42.5942.60 Clear Channel, 40.48
AARP chapter to meet
AARP chapter to meet YOUNGSTOWN -- Chapter 4611, American Association of Retired Persons, will
BOARDMAN Teamwork pays off for Krispy Kreme fans
The first person in the lobby had camped out since Monday afternoon. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
ROUNDUP Sunday's other games
Thrashers 5, Panthers 2 ATLANTA -- Francis Lessard and Tommi Santala scored their first NHL goals
State board OKs funds for two YSU projects
YOUNGSTOWN -- The State Controlling Board has approved $482,900 for the renovation of Youngstown
Blasts strike British targets
ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) -- Trucks packed with explosives blew up near the high-rise headquarters of
AP file photo
AP file photo COUNTRY LEGEND: Don Gibson plays in his studio in this May 1997 photo. Gibson, who
MAHONING COUNTY Defendant denies having sex with child
The defendant had a video about sex with young girls. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
LIQUOR CONTROL Licenses
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD People's Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities,
Astro Shapes strikers will vote on contract
STRUTHERS -- Striking Astro Shapes workers are to vote Wednesday on a contract offer from the
$95M buyout offer in mushroom industry
SAXONBURG, Pa. (AP) -- The world's largest seller of mushroom spawn has agreed to a $95 million
NEW CASTLE Council considers early-retirement plan
The parking authority wants to take out a $1 million loan. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
Celebrating a lead over the Steelers
Celebrating a lead over the Steelers k FORMER SAN FRANCISCO 49ers owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr.,
Green onions at high risk of carrying virus, experts say
The way the onion is grown and the difficulty in cleaning it are behind the risk. HARRISBURG (AP)
Consumers Pa. Water Co. seeks 8.6% rate increase
SHARON, Pa. -- Customers of Consumers Pennsylvania Water Co. Shenango Valley Division could see
Eagles have championship attitude
By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF WARREN -- John F. Kennedy High has entered another
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Readers let today's column go to the dogs
Dear Readers: Remember "Creeped Out in Charlotte, N.C."? She said her neighbor, "Lily," allowed her
BEAVER COUNTY, PA. Source of hepatitis A still eludes investigators
The source of about half of all hepatitis A cases is never determined. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN Park official plans to leave to pursue political work
Harry Meshel's term on the park board expires Dec. 31. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Buckeyes, Michigan play for Big Ten title
For Ohio State, a return trip to the national championship game is also on the line. By JOE SCALZO
"I know I will be actively pushing the bill, because it conforms to the principles I laid out of
Opinion: "I know I will be actively pushing the bill, because it conforms to the principles I laid out of
WARREN Delphi workers to vote on new labor contracts
WARREN -- Hourly workers at Delphi Packard Electric Systems will vote Sunday on new national and
Kubic leaving the Valley with a sparkling record
Opinion: The Mahoning Valley is losing one of its most dedicated, talented, honest public servants to a
NO MORE UNBEATENS Bengals uphold Johnson's bold prediction, upset Chiefs, 24-19
The 24-19 victory also put Cincinnati into a first place tie in the AFC North. CINCINNATI (AP) --
BRITAIN
Opinion: BRITAIN The Daily Telegraph, London, Nov. 10: The benefits of EU membership, we keep being told,
Belinky to run for Mahoning County commissioner
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The head of a local political
NFL SUMMARIES
BROWNS 44, CARDINALS 6 Arizona0330--6 Cleveland10101410--44 First Quarter Cle--FG Dawson 33,
SALEM Board to mull closing school
Officials are being asked to put up money to help get an athletic complex built. By NORMAN LEIGH
JAPAN BASEBALL Another standout to test MLB
Shortstop Kazuo Matsui announced today he'll pursue the major leagues. TOKYO (AP) -- Another
NBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games
Kings 106, Warriors 104 SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Peja Stojakovic scored 33 points and Bobby Jackson
OAKLAND, CALIF. Vikings' turnovers leave Raiders lusting
Tyrone Wheatley pounded Minnesota as Oakland snapped a five-game losing streak. By TOM WILLIAMS
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Div.WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia10231245231 New
MAHONING VALLEY Cancer society gives area data
Trumbull and Columbiana county cancer rates are higher than state averages. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
ATP TENNIS MASTERS CUP
ATP TENNIS MASTERS CUP Sunday At Westside Tennis Club Houston Purse: $4.45 million
HOMELAND SECURITY Terrorists could get chemicals, probe shows
Federal teams are checking out two dozen sites that are potentially dangerous. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
NASCAR-Winston CUP
NASCAR-Winston CUP CUP-FORD 400 Sunday At Homestead-Miami Speedway Homestead, Fla. Lap
COLLEGE BASKETBALL SCORES
COLLEGE BASKETBALL SCORES SUNDAY MEN EAST Bridgeport 101, Bentley 91 Mercyhurst 76,
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Dobies Little Girl4.403.002.20 Ogle (D.Jenkins)3.202.40
YOUNGSTOWN Cop seeks leads in 2002 killing
The victim would have celebrated her 50th birthday last week. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 18, the 322nd day of 2003. There are 43 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Nov. 18, the 322nd day of 2003. There are 43 days left in the year. On this date
Arraigned and released
Arraigned and released LIBERTY -- A Youngstown man who police say tried to pass a bad check at a
Homicide by vehicle
Homicide by vehicle NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Timothy Ryan Mallory, 27, of Northfield Northwest, Warren,
SHENANGO VALLEY Consumers Pa. Water Co. seeks 8.6% rate increase
The company said the increase is needed to improve water quality. SHARON, Pa. -- Customers of
PENN STATE Receiver Tony Johnson's final home game was a relief
The senior had three TDs in a big win over Indiana. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- After the season
YOUNGSTOWN Cop seeks leads in year-old killing
The victim would have celebrated her 50th birthday last week. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
BANKRUPTCY COURT WCI presents plan to keep executives
For competitive reasons, the company wants to keep details of the plan a secret. By CYNTHIA
CLEVELAND Against Cards, Browns all aces
Kelly Holcomb and Andre' Davis led Cleveland to a 44-6 rout of Arizona. By BRIAN RICHESSON
SALEM For donated cat, good will helps
Officials don't know why the healthy animal was abandoned. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
AGENDA
AGENDA WEDNESDAY McDonald Village, public meeting to discuss a brownfield assessment grant for
HARRISBURG Proposal to add off-track slots
One Senate bill has died in the House, and one House bill is stalled in the Senate. AP NEWS
Health hazards shouldn't get a presumption of privacy
Opinion: Ohioans have watched as a drama has unfolded across the border in Pennsylvania, where the largest
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-8-5 Pick 4, 4-8-8-8 Buckeye 5, 7-28-30-
AUSTINTOWN Near 90, man works to stay young
He keeps working to stay active and make new friends. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR
WARREN Police department torn by internal strife
The service director says the police department lacks discipline. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and STEPHEN
Union leaders want strikers to reject offer
STRUTHERS -- Striking Astro Shapes workers are to vote Wednesday on a contract offer that union
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Nothing works quite like this canine alarm clock
We own a canine alarm clock. I can't recommend it to everyone, but if you must have it, you won't
OSU-MICHIGAN 100th game notes
Michigan leads the all-time series 56-37-6. Ohio State has won two straight. From 1985-2000, the
Associated Press
Associated Press DISCUSSING POSSIBILITIES: Dr. Calvin B. Johnson, secretary of the Pennsylvania
WOMEN'S TOP 25 Texas topples No. 2 Duke
No. 7 ranked Purdue upended No. 5 Kansas State, 79-69. ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. --
GIRLS BASKETBALL Boardman's Bland picks Penn State for college career
The Spartan senior also considered Georgia Tech, Arizona and Mississippi State. By BRIAN RICHESSON
NFL Browns come up aces
Kelly Holcomb and Andre' Davis led Cleveland to a 44-6 rout of the Arizona Cardinals. By BRIAN
St. Louis 23, Chicago 21
St. Louis 23, Chicago 21 Houston 12, Buffalo 10 Miami 9, Baltimore 6, OT Carolina 20,
NHL Blue Jackets rally for 2-2 tie with Phoenix
Columbus overcame an early 2-0 deficit to beat the Coyotes. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Once again, the
YOUNGSTOWN Council weighs letting Dems fill 6th Ward seat
One councilman doesn't care if the seat remains empty until January. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
Teens arrested in arson
Teens arrested in arson YOUNGSTOWN -- Four South Side boys, two 13 and two 14, were arrested
Road woes continue for struggling Cavs
Cleveland has lost 28 straight games on the road. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Injured and overlooked under
CSC Federal grants sought for cleanup
Dec. 4 marks the deadline for the grant applications. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
YSU Italian culture speaker enlightens
Let's re-examine part of America's cultural melting pot, a speaker says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Officials, warrant await Jackson
The singer is expected to surrender to authorities. SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) -- Authorities were