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HEPATITIS OUTBREAK Trumbull County reports first case
The Cortland man wasn't hospitalized and is recovering, an official said. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS A
MAHONING VALLEY Cancer society gives area data
Trumbull and Columbiana County cancer rates are higher than state averages. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
HELOISE Slow cookers are great way to keep food warm
Dear Heloise: A friend of mine routinely uses her slow cooker to keep items warm until they are
OHIO STUDY Academic health industry adds to business volume
Roughly half of NEOUCOM's 2,043 alumni live and work in Ohio. Results of a recent statewide study
DeBartolo Jr. doesn't miss NFL limelight
SAN FRANCISCO -- Eddie DeBartolo Jr., owner of the San Francisco 49ers from 1977-99, heard his share
Breaking age barrier, soccer player goes pro
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Spurning overtures from some of the world's greatest clubs, 14-year-old American
Blocking ceiling stains and preventing mildew
Blocking ceiling stains and preventing mildew Zinsser has come up with a new stain-blocking primer
Mayor pushes worker retirements
The city hasn't eliminated jobs since 1981. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW
PENNSYLVANIA 'Toughman' contest nixed by commission
The state commission cited concerns about contestants' safety. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- A promoter
YSU Goal is to use private funds for new recreation center
Fund raising should be complete within a year. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
STRUTHERS Astro Shapes contract rejected
The aluminum extruder is keeping up production with nonunion workers. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Cards trade Martinez
Cards trade Martinez Tino Martinez hopes a move home can spark his slumping bat. The St. Louis
HARRISBURG Report: More Pa. schools must participate in breakfast programs
Eleven of Pennsylvania's 501 school districts didn't serve any breakfasts. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Just
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Kieth and Michelle Fink, 2855 Roy St., Youngstown, boy, Nov. 19. Vito and
Bonds has more goals to achieve
St. Louis Cardinals standout Albert Pujols was the runner-up. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- After 18 major
New, updated vehicles to get a push
Chrysler unveils a larger Jeep Wrangler and redesigned Grand Cherokee. DETROIT (AP) --
HERMITAGE, PA. Judge says owners of plaza aren't responsible for fire
Damage was so severe that an exact cause for the fire was never found. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- A Mercer
By JOE SCALZO
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF COLUMBUS -- Ohio State coach Jim Tressel doesn't have any
NILES Advocacy group to help family tell story of unsolved killing
The California-based group distributes a newsletter nationwide. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
EDUCATION VISION | Survey results About two years ago, a group of Mahoning Valley educators and business and community leaders got together to develop a vision for improving education. The results of
By 2010, residents of the Mahoning Valley will be engaged in lifelong learning that enables them to
Americans committed to Presidents Cup play
The action begins Thursday, for the first time in South Africa. GEORGE, South Africa (AP) -- Eight
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Texas Tech rolls in preseason NIT, faces UMass next
UMass' Rashaun Freeman showed few signs of rust after sitting out a year. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
Youngstown ponders land purchase for tower to fix water pressure woes
The new, taller tower would replace two smaller ones. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
ICE ZONE Fetzer lifts Phantoms past Ice Diggers, 4-3
Youngstown snapped a five-game winless streak. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BOARDMAN
BANKRUPTCY COURT WCI presents plan to keep executives
For competitive reasons, the company wants to keep details of the plan a secret. By CYNTHIA
With no warning, history was rewritten on this date
Opinion: Forty years ago, the day dawned like any other, with people going about their business, unaware that
TRUMBULL COUNTY Panel will probably OK 2% water-rate increase
The rate increase is necessary because Warren raised its price for water. WARREN -- Trumbull
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Keep holiday costs down -- and still enjoy giving
My dad is glib about outsmarting credit-card companies. He never paid a dime of credit-card interest
Oohs and O's: Jugglers handle where it all goes
Brian Gadomski, above, a sophomore at St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland, holds the audience at
CANFIELD Teachers working without pact
The union's contract expired Aug. 31. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- The
Bankruptcy judge lets Copperweld spin off
YOUNGSTOWN (AP) -- A judge has cleared the way for Copperweld Corp., the last significant steel part
PENN STATE Robinson's 'multiback' role not his idea of glory
He's been playing tailback and receiver, not his desired quarterback position. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
Today is Thursday, Nov. 20, the 324th day of 2003. There are 41 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Nov. 20, the 324th day of 2003. There are 41 days left in the year. On this date
Special board meeting
Special board meeting McDonald Board of Education will have a special meeting at 6 tonight at the
JFK ASSASSINATION Most don't think Oswald acted alone
Cases are made by proponents and opponents of the 'magic bullet' theory. DALLAS (AP) -- Forty
Associated Press
Associated Press NEW CONCEPT: DaimlerChrysler's Jeep Rescue is one of three concept vehicles, two
CITY OF CANFIELD | Salaries
The salaries for some nonunion employees in the city of Canfield. City council voted Wednesday to
MAHONING COUNTY Officials to act on sales-tax renewal
Waiting until November could cost the county more than $3 million. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Commissioners will enforce smoking ban for public buildings
Smokers who violate the ban face fines up to $100. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Raiders' suit upheld by judge against Oakland-Alameda Coliseum
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- A judge on Tuesday upheld a jury verdict that the Oakland-Alameda County
Comprehensive plan for Lawrence County
Comprehensive plan for Lawrence County NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County's comprehensive plan
Two Austintown men accused of bribing official in Warren
The government says the scheme involved demolition of a public eyesore. CLEVELAND -- Two
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS (at Boardman Tennis Center) Scores Dark Green 6, Marron 4 1/2 Gold 5 1/2,
HEPATITIS OUTBREAK Trumbull County reports its 1st case
The 12 infected workers didn't spread the virus, officials said. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS A Trumbull
MAHONING VALLEY Cooperation is key, education group says
The group formed from an education summit in 2001. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Scientists can forecast location of wrinkles
KNIGHT-RIDDER We're not sure you want to know this, but here goes: Scientists can now forecast
MAHONING VALLEY Cancer society releases data on case numbers
Trumbull and Columbiana County cancer rates are higher than state averages. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
LAWRENCE COUNTY Company plans new injunction
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A Bessemer company has dropped
BUCCANEERS Keyshawn moving on after his deactivation
The receiver never understood why he wasn't more involved in the game plans. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) --
CANFIELD Council raises sewer tax
Council also granted raises to its nonunion employees. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Funding for airport
Funding for airport VIENNA -- A bill that would let the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport keep
Accused wants outsider to investigate
Harris says he will take a polygraph test. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
AMANDA-CLEARCREEK, 10, WARREN JFK, 7 A kick in the gut: JFK falls in overtime
Carlos Del Angel made a 28-yard field goal to lift the Aces. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY Grant creates trouble at EMA
The EMA board will pay an LEPC employee overtime for his work. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
PROFESSIONAL LOOK \ How to get it
Use C-9 bulbs (large, traditional-shaped bulbs) along gutters and peaks and at the corners of the
Merry little season of holiday cheer
Merry little season of holiday cheer k WHILE MOST PEOPLE are still planning their Thanksgiving
TUESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES
TUESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES CAVALIERS 103, CLIPPERS 95 L.A. CLIPPERS (95) -- Maggette 4-18 10-11 19,
YOUNGSTOWN Congress cuts funding for Mahoning River study
The $200,000 reduction won't alter the study. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
COLUMBUS Woman's killer faces jail term or death
The victim met the murderer in a bar. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A man could get the death penalty for the
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 14-26-28-36-42 Mega Ball, 14 Night drawings: Pick 3,
YOUNGSTOWN City council action
City council handled these items Wednesday: Approved changes to the city's smoke detector
Summary of police activity in Austintown:
Summary of police activity in Austintown: Nov. 10 Breaking and entering: A residence was broken
Players break up fight; no charges filed
The two unnamed players could still face team sanctions for curfew violations. COLUMBUS (AP) --
American challenge
American challenge The Presidents Cup doesn't have the history or hype of the Ryder Cup, only the
GUND ARENA Sprewell helps lift T-Wolves past Cavs
The small forward scored a season-high 31 points in Minnesota's 97-83 victory. CLEVELAND (AP) --
FASHION Small touches really count this season
Accessories can make last year's outfit say 'this season.' BALTIMORE SUN Clothes make the man;
Poland schools and others: Follow Boardman's example
Opinion: Poland school teachers have turned down on a three-year contract with the district, thus forcing
Cavaliers claim fourth straight win at home
LeBron James had 14 points, seven rebounds and eight assists. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Ricky Davis has a
Safely lighting up holiday nights
Position ladders properly for safe light-hanging. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS It's time to channel
SHARON County: Bridge plan is needed
Workers were at the bridge Monday and Tuesday preparing to tear it down. By HAROLD GWIN
PHONE NUMBERS Ruling OKs home-cell transfers
Local phone companies argue the number-transfer rule hurts competition. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XKelly and Gerald McHugh Jr. of Cincinnati are announcing the birth of twin daughters, Isabelle Faye
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
Departing mayor accepts state job
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Departing Mayor Timothy Fulkerson has accepted a job with a newly revamped state
Jailbird gets a Buckeye-fan break
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Jeff Renne's plea deal on a forgery charge came with one demand: He had to stay in
AFC NORTH Browns' Holcomb gets chance to again show Steelers his stuff
The Cleveland quarterback lost to Pittsburgh 36-33 in playoff loss last January. PITTSBURGH (AP)
ANALYSIS Pacquaio defies top boxing sanctions
He went right after Marco Antonio Barrera instead of following protocol. CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO
CAMPUS NOTES | In the spotlight
BALDWIN-WALLACE COLLEGE, Berea Sophomores Michael Finamore, a biology major, and Alissa Marshal, a
GREENVILLE, PA. Werner reports lawsuit settlement
Home Depot stopped buying Werner stepladders. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY Performance to highlight local talent
The daily struggles of Appalachian people are depicted in the performance. WARREN -- The second
ON TOUR | This week's other events
LPGA TOUR ADT Championship Site: West Palm Beach, Fla. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course:
NHL ROUNDUP | Tuesday's games
Avalanche 2, Mighty Ducks 1 DENVER -- Teemu Selanne scored with 1:49 left in overtime, lifting the
CSC Federal grants sought for cleanup
Dec. 4 marks the deadline for the grant applications. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
YOUNGSTOWN No license nets jail time
He's not working or going to school at the places his lawyer mentioned. By PATRICIA MEADE
Teen finds gun in book at Poland library sale
POLAND -- Village police are investigating a report that a .38-caliber handgun was found in the
Ursuline's Murphy chooses family over football
By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Dan Murphy had to choose between
hNew SpinSweep cleans hard surfaces outdoors
hNew SpinSweep cleans hard surfaces outdoors Hoover has done the push broom one better with
Fata returns to practice for Penguins
He still won't play in tonight's game against Minnesota. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Rico Fata returned to
PENNSYLVANIA PREP FOOTBALL Southern Columbia lone champ alive
The Tigers are trying for their sixth consecutive trip to the Class A final. ASSOCIATED PRESS
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Neighbor sees a problem with their nudity
Dear Annie: I have a problem with my neighbors. They seem to think they are invisible when they walk
SAN FRANCISCO 49ers still uncertain about QB
If Jeff Garcia is healthy, he will get the start over Tim Rattay. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR
HUBBARD Council OKs plan to annex treatment plant
Federal money to help repair city flood-damaged property is on the way. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
A story Monday said the city is paying Youngstown State University $45,000 to cover administrative
A story Monday said the city is paying Youngstown State University $45,000 to cover administrative
RATES | Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Nov. 20. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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OSU-Michigan tickets going at record pace
Michigan scalpers are getting around the state's laws on the Internet. COLUMBUS (AP) -- EBay users
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
SALEM SCHOOLS Health-insurance savings lead to raises
Administrators' pay will average $65,000. SALEM -- The city school district will use savings
Boardman man indicted on bank robbery charges
Boardman man indicted on bank robbery charges PITTSBURGH -- A Boardman man has been indicted in
Even keel: Ohio State coach Jim Tressel is known for his unflappable demeanor, but he's got at least
Even keel: Ohio State coach Jim Tressel is known for his unflappable demeanor, but he's got at least
"It's easier to train someone to fly an F-14 than it is to speak Arabic."
Opinion: "It's easier to train someone to fly an F-14 than it is to speak Arabic." Kevin Hendzel On the
City will seek grants and loan for 3 projects
YOUNGSTOWN -- Council members have recommended the city apply for funding for three projects through
LAWRENCE COUNTY MHMR director to receive $10,000 raise
The board created a new assistant district attorney position. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
WARREN Police chief says he'll sue mayor
The civil service commission hearing Thursday may be postponed. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
Squeeze tube ends mess of applying caulk
Squeeze tube ends mess of applying caulk Applying caulk can be intimidating. For many homeowners
Buckeye 5 big winners
Buckeye 5 big winners YOUNGSTOWN -- Two, or possibly three, Mahoning Valley residents have won top
Special to the Vindicator
Special to the Vindicator CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION: St. Paul School in Salem was founded in 1904 and
INTERIORS Many opt for dining rooms that are cozier, less formal
More and more houses feature a dining room without four walls. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ST.
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Red Cross to raffle off OSU memorabilia
One hundred OSU fans can buy a chance to win a helmet signed by Jim Tressel. By NANCY TULLIS
FOOD AND CLOTHING
FOOD AND CLOTHING Friends House Chapel Church, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, 10 a.m. to noon
ANN ARBOR, MICH. League on the line for OSU, Michigan in 100th meeting
An automatic BCS bid is also at stake for both teams. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- Fittingly, a lot is
NFL Johnson playing more in Oakland
The former YSU All-American is helping to solve the Raiders' dilemmas. By TOM WILLIAMS
STRUTHERS -- George Voytilla Jr. and his sister Susan Flesher grew up with the business their father
STRUTHERS -- George Voytilla Jr. and his sister Susan Flesher grew up with the business their father
CHINA AND CRYSTAL
CHINA AND CRYSTAL Delicate heirlooms should be hand-washed in warm water with mild dishwashing
WAR ON TERRORISM Risk of sneak attack raisedp
A major worry is that Al-Qaida will try to use cargo planes as bombs. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Anthony M. Watkins, 25, of 3542 Nelson Ave., Youngstown, and