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MIDDLEFIELD Christmas trees sent to troops overseas
Children create the ornaments that accompany the trees. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
OHIO OUTDOORS Hunters come from other states for a chance at a Buckeye State deer
Buckeye State whitetails are a sought-after species. WATERLOO, Ohio (AP) -- Less than a generation
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Hunter, trapper and bowhunt education, Ohio, call (800)
FRIDAY'S RESULTS
FRIDAY'S RESULTS PREP FOOTBALL OHIO STATE SEMIFINALS DIVISION II Avon Lake 48, Chardon 8
Mahoning sheriff's lake patrol honored
Mahoning sheriff's lake patrol honored YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Sheriff's Department is
No. 6 Stanford 69, Pepperdine 61
No. 6 Stanford 69, Pepperdine 61 MALIBU, Calif. (AP) -- Nicole Powell had 28 points and 12
SHARON Lawyer for Winners tells council Donna's Diner will be expanded
A plan approved in 2000 is being revived. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU SHARON, Pa.
NAIA FOOTBALL Carroll College winner against McKendree
Sioux Falls, S.D. managed a slim win over Benedictine. ASSOCIATED PRESS HELENA, Mont. -- Mark
NORTHEAST OHIO Agency gets grant to boost adoptions
The programs will begin in Columbiana and Portage counties. WARREN -- Northeast Ohio Adoption
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) --
MIKE BRAUN Volunteers are key to Ravenna hunt
If not for a dedicated corps of volunteers, it's unlikely that hunters who take part in the
Matter scores 17 to lead Ohio St. past OU, 83-50
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Caity Matter scored 17 points and No. 16 Ohio State used 61 percent shooting to
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)
OHIO Night drawings
OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 7-3-7 Pick 4, 1-4-8-3 Buckeye 5, 5-14-20-23-28 Super Lotto
MAC BASKETBALL KSU cruises to win over Houghton
The Flashes took a commanding 58-28 halftime lead. ASSOCIATED PRESS KENT -- Rashard Turner
NILES Children host going-away party for their devoted foster parents
NILES -- Tears and laughter mixed at an emotional going-away party recently for a couple who had
No. 25 Oklahoma St. 90, Northwestern St. 62
No. 25 Oklahoma St. 90, Northwestern St. 62 By CLAYTON BELLAMY Associated Press Writer
Cards trade Martinez
Cards trade Martinez Tino Martinez hopes a move home can spark his slumping bat. The St. Louis
COLLEGE FOOTBALL USC replaces OSU in the No. 2 spot; Sooners still No. 1
The top teams in the BCS standings will play for the national championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS
No. 6 Kansas 90, Tenn-Chattanooga 76
No. 6 Kansas 90, Tenn-Chattanooga 76 By DOUG TUCKER AP Sports Writer LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) --
BROWNS Despite lousy offense, playoffs still possible
Cleveland would probably need to win its remaining five games and get help. BEREA (AP) -- Moments
OHIO
OHIO Beaver trappers get special opportunities Special drawings for beaver trappers will be held
Effort to rename street for MLK faces hurdles
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- An effort by the Shenango Valley Ministerial Association to get four Shenango
MAHONING VALLEY Students send care packages far from home
The deadline for donations is Dec. 5. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Thunderplex -- a new indoor softball/baseball complex located on state Route 193 in
Lake patrol honored
Lake patrol honored YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Sheriff's Department is among 29 marine law
TECHNOLOGY Privacy, security concerns lead to camera phone bans
A cell phone representative called the ban a 'knee-jerk reaction.' PITTSBURGH (AP) -- From health
ANGLING TIPS Jack Wollitz
The difference between surfcasting and ultralight fishing rods is as obvious as what separates a
IRAQ Attacks on U.S. drop; hits on citizens rise
The U.S. Central Command chief said the number of foreign insurgents is small. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)
A kick in the gut: Eagles fall in 2OT
Carlos Del Angel made a 28-yard field goal to lift the Aces. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
SALEM Hepatitis C puts drummer on the sidelines
Effortless is slated to play in Elkton on Jan. 31 without Bill Strait. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Div.WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia11241275734 New
FRIDAY'S NBA BOXES
FRIDAY'S NBA BOXES TIMBERWOLVES 93, CAVALIERS 87 MINNESOTA (97) -- Sprewell 11-21 5-5 31,
NEW WILMINGTON College hosts Tibetan monks
The visit is the first in a series featuring the world's various religions. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. --
ICE ZONE Fetzer lifts Phantoms past Ice Diggers, 4-3
Youngstown snapped a five-game winless streak. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BOARDMAN
NFL MATCHUPS | Today's games
CAROLINA (8-2) at DALLAS (7-3) Time: 1 p.m. Series history: Cowboys lead 3-2. Last meeting:
WARREN Accused wants outsider to investigate
Harris says he will take a polygraph test. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
No. 15 Wisconsin 64, Penn 53
No. 15 Wisconsin 64, Penn 53 PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Devin Harris scored 16 points, including a
No. 9 Penn St. 83, No. 12 LSU 46
No. 9 Penn St. 83, No. 12 LSU 46 STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Kelly Mazzante scored 22 points and
New head coaches vie for Apple Cup
No. 8 Washington State plays Washington in Seattle. SEATTLE (AP) -- A year ago, Bill Doba was
PGA EUROPEAN SENIORS-UBS RESULTS
PGA EUROPEAN SENIORS-UBS RESULTS Friday At Sea Island Golf Club, Seaside Course St. Simons
Pacers 76, Hornets 75
Pacers 76, Hornets 75 NEW ORLEANS -- The Indiana Pacers, with the NBA's best record, stayed
OSU ran into a machine
Before Saturday's big game at the Big House, it was generally agreed that Ohio State's best chance
Speaker defies 'handicap' label, breaks through preconceptions
Brett Eastburn, who has no arms or legs, loves seeing audience views change. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
FREE AGENT SIGNINGS
FREE AGENT SIGNINGS NEW YORK -- The nine free agents who have signed, with name, position, former
Today is Monday, Nov. 24, the 328th day of 2003. There are 37 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Monday, Nov. 24, the 328th day of 2003. There are 37 days left in the year. On this date in
Healthy Annika 'eyes' ADT title
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Annika Sorenstam started seeing clearly again Saturday, and the view
A feast of friendship
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Kaleigh Quinn moved aside the paper
TOP 25 Self earns 1st win as Kansas cruises
The Jayhawks shook off a slow start to beat Chatanooga, 90-76. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAWRENCE, Kan.
WPIAL FOOTBALL Pine-Richland stays unbeaten; Aliquippa gets Slippery Rock
Springdale defeated Sto-Rox for the Class A title at Heinz Field. ASSOCIATED PRESS PITTSBURGH --
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator OPERATION EVERGREEN: Thirteen Northeast Ohio tree-growers donated 103
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
Police to keep downtown parking in check
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Owner Barry Silver has been watching Federal
PRESIDENTS CUP International team rebounds
The Americans were swept in Saturday's six matches. GEORGE, South Africa (AP) -- Jack Nicklaus
HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY Davis named captain for Canfield
The Cardinals are the only area team sanctioned by the OHSAA. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT CANFIELD
Pens lose in New Jersey
Pens lose in New Jersey The Devils pulled out a 2-1 overtime victory Friday night against the
Gift drive to benefit Beaver County kids
MONACA, Pa. -- The Beaver Valley Area Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association at Penn State
THE NUMBERS
THE NUMBERS Michigan 35, Ohio St. 21 Ohio State0777--21 Michigan71477--35 First Quarter UM
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--High Noon Hannah16.408.004.60 Striking Lighting(G
PITTSBURGH City declares 'distressed status'
Below its face, the transformation is incomplete. Pittsburgh has stumbled. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Today is Sunday, Nov. 23, the 327th day of 2003. There are 38 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Sunday, Nov. 23, the 327th day of 2003. There are 38 days left in the year. On this date in
WILLIAM GREEN Police find knife, drugs while searching home
The police found marijuana in four different locations in the house. WESTLAKE (AP) -- Police found
Project Christmas Elf expands into county
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- The success of Project Christmas Elf in Butler County is allowing it to expand
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
PENNSYLVANIA Hospital auxiliaries at Greenville, Shenango Valley set tree-lightings
UPMC Horizon Greenville and Shenango Valley auxiliaries will have their annual "Memories in Lights"
Forum Health Northside
Forum Health Northside Jean and Jeffrey Neice, 44 Rhoda Ave., Youngstown, boy, Nov. 22. Sheila
No. 16 Ohio St. 83, Ohio 50
No. 16 Ohio St. 83, Ohio 50 COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Caity Matter scored 17 points and No. 16 Ohio
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS COLUMBUS -- Warren Harding senior Anthony Hoke and Howland senior Tony Davis
CAVALIERS Silas suspends Newble, bans two other players
Ricky Davis and Michael Stewart will not join the team in New Orleans. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Paul
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Stoops believes brother ready to be a head coach
Mark Stoops has built strong defenses at Kansas State and Oklahoma. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
NFL INJURY REPORT
NEW YORK (AP) -- The updated National Football League injury report for this week's games, as
MATCHUP Steelers vs. Browns
Time: 1 p.m. TV/radio: WKBN (27), WOIO (19), KDKA (2); WKBN-AM (570), WNCD-FM (93.3), WICT (95.1),
Accused wants outsider to investigate
Harris says he will take a polygraph test. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
BIG TEN Spartans hoping to snap losing skid
Michigan State has not won eight games in a season since 1999. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) --
ELLSWORTH TOWNSHIP Bobcat found in barn is released into wild
The animal may have been kept as a pet. ELLSWORTH -- A 35-pound bobcat caught Monday by a farmer
PITT FOOTBALL RB Miree looking to jump start run game
The Panthers can still win a share of the Big East title. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Brandon Miree hopes
LATE FRIDAY Benedictine standout leads rout of Big Red
The Bengals will face two-time Div. IV state champion Kenton. ASSOCIATED PRESS MASSILLON -- Ray
SHARON, PA. Mayor proposes 2004 budget with positive general-fund balance
The city has also been able to greatly reduce the rollover of unpaid year-end bills. By HAROLD
Preki Radosavljevic MLS MVP for second time
Preki Radosavljevic MLS MVP for second time Eds: UPDATES with quotes; ADDS byline By KEN PETERS
Commission: Colleges should curb TV shows
Commission: Colleges should curb TV shows An independent commission on college athletics
SCOTT SHALAWAY Gifts for the holidays
The holiday shopping season is upon us, so here's my annual list of gift suggestions. Leading the
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
NHL Elias' overtime goal keys Devils past Penguins, 2-1
New Jersey now has an 11-game unbeaten streak. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J (AP) -- The New Jersey Devils
Thrashers 6, Panthers 3
Thrashers 6, Panthers 3 SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) -- Shawn McEachern had two goals, and Ilya Kovalchuk
No. 10 Kentucky 65, Winthrop 44
No. 10 Kentucky 65, Winthrop 44 AP Photos By MURRAY EVANS Associated Press Writer LEXINGTON,
COLLEGE BASKETBALL PREVIEW President's Athletic Conference women
PITTSBURGH -- Just as expected, the Washington & amp; Jefferson Lady Presidents were the top
By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF KINSMAN -- Tucked off to the left side as you
A Virginia jury returns a well deserved death sentence
Opinion: Textbooks have been written on why capital punishment should be abolished, but every once in a while
Late rally helps Michigan State drop Bucknell
The Bison missed 16 of 17 free throws in the loss. ASSOCIATED PRESS EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Paul
Bricks for Christmas
Bricks for Christmas MERCER -- The Mercer County Courthouse Memorial and Honor Garden Committee
Smoker's day was good; Paterno's day was bad
Penn State lost nine games for the first time in school history. EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Jeff
Medicare overhaul awaits likely passage in Senate
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The nation's 40 million older and disabled Americans would see the biggest
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-5-6 Pick 4, 6-2-8-3 Buckeye 5, 4-9-18-19-33
MAHONING VALLEY Cellular providers offer tips on rules
Want to switch? Don't cancel that old service or your number is lost. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
Wisconsin rally comes up short
No. 17 Iowa stopped the Badgers on fourth-and-goal from the 4. ASSOCIATED PRESS MADISON, Wis. --
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Grove City men, W & amp;J women favored in hoops polls
If you believe in preseason basketball polls, better put your chips on Grove City College's men's
76ers 87, Celtics 85
76ers 87, Celtics 85 By ROB MAADDI AP Sports Writer PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Allen Iverson missed
Women's Top 25 Capsules
Women's Top 25 Capsules By The Associated Press STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Kelly Mazzante scored
GOLF Woods helps lead U.S. to lead
The Americans hold a three-point lead in the Presidents Cup. ASSOCIATED PRESS GEORGE, South