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TRUMBULL COUNTY Further cuts and layoffs avoided
The review of hundreds of messages uncovered a few work-related messages. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
NFL Another road test awaits 49ers
San Francisco is hurting for guards as it prepares for Baltimore. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR
Dials leads Ohio State in Maui Invitational win
LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) -- Terence Dials, a Boardman High graduate, had 14 points and 14 rebounds and
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS COLUMBUS -- United High School senior Corey Manfull, Granville quarterback Kyle
Hearing reset for two accused in man's killing
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- A preliminary hearing for two George Junior Republic students accused of killing
ROAD TO COLUMBUS Area girls teams in the state tournament
Canfield: 1991 (2nd), 92, 2001 (2nd) Poland: 2000, 1998 Salem: 1994 Struthers: 1976, 78 (1st)
GETTING READY What you'll need
A list of supplies. Several hundred (6 to 10 grams) of "seed" beads, size 11, in your main color.
LOCAL COLLEGES Thiel's first win is over LaRoche
Westminster College's teams were beaten. PITTSBURGH -- A free throw by freshman guard Chris Kwolek
DID YOU KNOW? Girls basketball news and notes
Canfield (477 wins) is ranked 13th among girls programs in Ohio -- the only area team among the top
CLUB CALENDAR
MASSOCIATIONS XBoardman-Canfield Branch of American Association of University Women will meet at 6
Buckeyes' Will Smith top defensive player
PARK RIDGE, Ill. (AP) -- Michigan running back Chris Perry was named the Big Ten offensive player of
LAWRENCE COUNTY Jail must keep health care provider for now
A termination letter will be sent to the Pennsylvania company in a few weeks. By LAURE CIOFFI
Back on board
Back on board Former Indians manager Mike Hargrove was hired by Cleveland on Tuesday as a senior
AFC NORTH Cowher isn't conceding season
Cincinnati has more wins in its last six games than Pittsburgh does at 4-7. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
GIRARD Flooding repairs involve meetings
The meetings allow officials to learn about the reimbursement process for flood repairs. By SHERRI
Browns center Faine out for the season
Browns center Faine out for the season BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- Cleveland Browns rookie center Jeff
WHAT THEY SAID Quotes about Amber Bland
Boardman coach Ron Moschella: "I've never had a player this good. In my opinion, she's the best
INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE Lowellville's Nero led Eagles in AAU tourney
Amanda Nero will bring valuable AAU experience to the Lowellville team. By JOHN KOVACH
NHL ROUNDUP | Tuesday's other games
Rangers 2, Lightning 0 TAMPA, Fla. -- Jussi Markkanen made 36 saves for his second shutout of the
CROSS COUNTRY Columbiana judge rules against Salem
The Quakers won an earlier lawsuit to compete in the state meet. LISBON -- Salem school officials
CONGRESS Stubborn issues still unresolved
The energy bill stalled in the Senate in the final days of the session. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS Sacred Moments What do you find is the most sacred part of Christmas? What makes that
"Unlike other singers, I'm not about wearing leather and chains, or trying to be cutting-edge and
"Unlike other singers, I'm not about wearing leather and chains, or trying to be cutting-edge and
TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE Deville, Leetonia look for regional repeat
The senior center has signed a letter of intent with the University of Akron. By MARK W. MILLER
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Bill frees up $25M for projects
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Mayor George M. McKelvey sees a dramatic
HEINZ FIELD Battle for the Big East: Pitt run game returns for Hurricanes
The Panthers will need to run the ball to combat Miami's secondary. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Basketball
AREA'S TOP 25 Players to watch
Ashley Armstrong5-8Sr.West Branch Tori Arndt6-2Jr.West Branch Amber Bland5-91/2Sr.Boardman
CITY SERIES Rayen's standout Holland looks to lift talented Tigers
Rayen has won eight of the last 10 league titles. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
WARREN Former officer faces jail program
He also must surrender his CPA license and pay nearly $800,000 in restitution. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
CAVALIERS Coach changes mind on players
Paul Silas wants to send a message that the team comes first. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cavaliers coach
FITCH GIRLS TOP CHANEY, 40-34
Fitch rallied from a scoreless first-period to turn back Chaney. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
A CHRISTMAS mission Teen reaches out to needy families
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER WAYNE CLAYCOMB ISN'T CONCERNED about what he'll
PLAYING FOR HOMETOWN CROWD: San Francisco-based Lipsey Mountain Spring Band, featuring Youngstown
PLAYING FOR HOMETOWN CROWD: San Francisco-based Lipsey Mountain Spring Band, featuring Youngstown
Man convicted in shooting of Bengals player
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- A reputed gang member was convicted of attempted murder Tuesday in the
Hudson questions funding priorities
The councilman says a drainage project in his ward should be on the list. By BOB JACKSON
Clerk for commissioners plans to quit
A replacement will likely be promoted from within, one commissioner said. By STEPHEN SIFF
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE Girls basketball preview
CARDINAL MOONEY Head coach: Jack Bermann, first season. 2002-03 record: 15-8, 4-4 SVC.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL | Division III preview
WISCONSIN-LA CROSSE (10-1) VS. MOUNT UNION (10-0) What: NCAA Division III second-round playoff
Penguins fall to national power
AUBURN, Ala. -- The Youngstown State women's basketball team shot just 28.6 percent from the field
PREPS Youngstown Christian boosts sports program
The Eagles will join the East Suburban Conference and field a football team. By MARK W. MILLER
HEINZ FIELD Steelers face must-win against Cincinnati
Pittsburgh is 19-6 against the Bengals since 1990. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Ask the Pittsburgh Steelers
SAN FRANCISCO Baseball adopts soft steroid-testing policy
That's the consensus from outsiders, who pinpoint loopholes in the program. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --
Michael Jackson: no longer a thriller, now a freak show
Opinion: Michael Jackson's family, friends, fans and lawyers are claiming that the Jackson is being framed.
NHL STANDINGS
NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia12241296036
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Thunderplex -- a new indoor softball/baseball complex located on state Route 193 in
Blackout at Justice
Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Extreme political correctness is a good description of the shocking way the
HELOISE The wallpaper is gone, but the glue remains
Dear Heloise: I have already removed my wallpaper, but I can't get off the glue that was used for
TOP 25 ROUNDUP | Women's college basketball
No. 1 Connecticut 81, Florida State 53 HARTFORD, Conn. -- Diana Taurasi scored 27 of her 31 points
HELOISE Scrapbooks made great yule gifts
Dear Heloise: Last Christmas, I decided to make a photo album-scrapbook combination for each of my
FEDERAL LEAGUE Bland looking to guide Boardman to school's 1st state tourney berth
The senior forward has signed a letter of intent to play at Penn State. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
TOP 25 MEN Kansas outworks No. 3 Michigan St.
It was the college season's first marquee matchup. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAWRENCE, Kan. -- Kansas may
LIBRARY SCHEDULES | December
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY "Countdown to Santa." Holiday stories, crafts and games for
Small school districts confront big challenges
School district consolidations are rare, the education department said. By DENISE DICK
HARRISBURG Bill to expand state drug-coverage plan
Passage of state and federal drug bills raises questions about coverage. HARRISBURG (AP) -- While
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XAtty. and Mrs. Gary D. Beelen (Patricia Hungerford) of Lawrenceville, Ga., announce the birth of a
Revolution in Georgia
Opinion: Washington Post: Eduard Shevardnadze, the statesman who did much to ensure that the collapse and
CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County
A business burglary is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this week: Crime: Burglary and
Right white
Right white When we first heard that Clorox had come out with a bleach pen, we figured it was just
GAME-BY-GAME WITH THE EAGLES In AAU meet
Game 1--Amanda Nero scored 12 points in the Mahoning Valley Eagles' 50-47 win over the Oklahoma City
Hubbard star shoots for records
Hubbard star shoots for records Hubbard basketball player Lynle Cornell could complete her four
The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 19-26-31-44-50 Mega Ball, 19 Night drawings: Pick 3,
Blackout is a wake-up call
Opinion: Times Herald-Record, Middletown, N.Y.: A three-month international investigation has concluded that
PITTSBURGH Allegheny health officials screen two as hepatitis probe continues
The cases have been sent to the CDC in Atlanta for further analysis. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
HORIZON LEAGUE Vikings claim season opener
Cleveland State's game with Florida A & amp;M had 82 fouls. ASSOCIATED PRESS TALLAHASSEE,
NFL CAPSULES Today's games
GREEN BAY (6-5) At DETROIT (3-8) 12:30 p.m., Fox OPENING LINE -- Packers by 7 1/2. RECORD VS.
The holidays can be a time for shopping till you drop, spending more than you should and decorating
The holidays can be a time for shopping till you drop, spending more than you should and decorating
GIRLS BASKETBALL 2002-03 standings
CITY SERIES LeagueAll games Rayen6-017-3 Chaney3-38-12 Canton Timken3-35-15 Wilson0-62-15
SHOPPING IN VOLANT An escape from the mall
Shopkeepers say shoppers are conservative this year. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE Girls basketball preview
COLUMBIANA Head coach: Wayne Johnson, first season. 2002-03 record: 17-3, 12-2 TCL. Returning
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune PERSONALIZED: The Kirmss family personalized a monument at Hillcrest
Oilers battle back to tie, 3-3
Manny Malhotra picked up his first goal in a Blue Jackets uniform. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A fast finish
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Thursday SOUTH Tuskegee (5-5) at Alabama St. (7-4), 2 p.m.
EAGLES SPONSORS Girls basketball
Here are the sponsors that made it possible for the Mahoning Valley Eagles' 17-18-year-old girls AAU
Top 10 reasons to get ready for hoops
One of my favorite things about being a sportswriter (official motto: We made Cheetos a food group)
BOXING After long career road, Chaney grad Koranicki looking to reclaim past
The former heavyweight finished 27-9-2 as a professional. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS
Taylor leaves hospital, could play on Sunday
BEREA (AP) -- Cleveland Browns linebacker Ben Taylor was out of the hospital and back at the team's
PREP ICE HOCKEY Canfield falls to Midview in tournament's opening round
The Cardinals had defeated Boardman earlier in the day. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Miami of Ohio gives OK to GMAC Bowl
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- No. 15 Miami of Ohio has accepted an invitation to play in the GMAC Bowl on
PROTECTING YOURSELF Have a safe trip
1Think Like A Thief. Thieves want only items with resale value. Laptops, handheld computers, cell
CITY SERIES | Girls basketball preview
CHANEY Head coach: Christine Maga, first season. 2002-03 record: 7-14, 3-3 City. Returning
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS WEDNESDAY 2nd--Irule 6.003.402.40 Just Jettin Holme (S.Mangual)3.802.60
Steelers, Bengals face off
Steelers, Bengals face off The Steelers (4-7) and Bengals (6-5) have played in the same division
FASHIONS Plus-size children want cool clothing, too
Shopping for hip clothes can be a traumatic experience for some kids. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK
MCDONALD CASE Charges against 6 considered
The Girard gril said the group poured water and dish soap on her face. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE When Lynle Cornell gets the ball, school records will fall
The Hubbard senior guard could graduate with four school records. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR
BETTY JANE HEWITT Answer the call of the Lord and take flight
A crumpled hole was ripped in the willow-green capsule lying in the bottom of our kitchen sink.
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE Postseason hopes rest on standout Davidson
With a Michigan State-bound player, Ursuline is favored to win the league. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Rookie Malone makes Pens take notice
The son of a former NHL forward has given the team's scouts a reprieve. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Top
Donations decrease as need rises
Downsizings and plant closings have made the need greater. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
Tribe hires Hargrove to help develop staff
The former manager played for the Indians from 1979-85. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Former Indians manager
BASEBALL A's complete trade with Padres for Kotsay
Ramon Henderson and Terrence Long were sent to San Diego. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- All-Star catcher
FEDERAL LEAGUE Girls basketball preview
BOARDMAN Head coach: Ron Moschella, 23rd year (431-105) 2002-03 record: 21-2, 8-0 SVC. Returning
By ROGER G. SMITH
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Mayor George M. McKelvey sees a dramatic
"Things are happening. Some early skirmishes will be within the next 60 days. If you can see where
Opinion: "Things are happening. Some early skirmishes will be within the next 60 days. If you can see where
PITTSBURGH Steelers enter pivotal game with room for improvement
Another loss will give them as many defeats as in the past two seasons combined. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Congress did balancing act to get Medicare bill passage
Opinion: The word used more often than any other in describing the new Medicare overhaul and prescription
TAC Girls basketball preview
BROOKFIELD Head coach: Shawn Hammond, first season. 2002-03 record: 8-12, 6-10 TAC. Returning
GIRLS BASKETBALL Irish-Spartans rivalry on hold
Neither Ursuline nor Boardman wants to play the other on the road. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
CAVALIERS Hamilton gives James difficulty in 92-88 defeat
Detroit's win extended Cleveland's 31-game road losing streak. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- LeBron
NEW CASTLE School district borrows money
School officials don't know yet if the new bond issue will require a tax increase. By LAURE CIOFFI
Schilling joins Red Sox
Schilling joins Red Sox Arizona right-hander Curt Schilling accepted a trade to Boston on Friday
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox He's looking for someone to share his life with
Dear Annie: Believe it or not, I am a 36-year-old male virgin. Women don't seem to have any interest
Wednesday's Time Schedule
Wednesday's Time Schedule NBA Boston at Orlando, 7 p.m. Detroit at Philadelphia, 7 p.m.
DETROIT Lions look for respect against talented Pack
Green Bay has won two straight games and is back in the NFC North race. DETROIT (AP) -- The only
HERMITAGE, PA. Builder eyes spot for new armory
The city is being asked to rezone some residential land for the new site. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The
DR. AGNES MARTINKO Aflame by God's will -- not burned out by loneliness
When do you feel close to God? That was the question posed at a retreat I attended in Cleveland.
Hall of Famer LT tells '60 Minutes' he hired escorts for opposing RBs
NEW YORK (AP) -- Lawrence Taylor had a strategy not found in NFL playbooks: He sent escorts to
TRUMBULL COUNTY Furthercuts, layoffs avoided
The prosecutor and auditor are calling for the creation of a financial overseer. By STEPHEN SIFF
COLLEGE HOOPS Ohio State turns back Villanova
Tony Stockman's 23 points led the Buckeyes, who survived a bad ending. LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) --
CHRISTMAS | Church services
The Vindicator will run a listing of area services that are open to the public in observance of
Outdoor Sportsman in Sharon burglarized
Outdoor Sportsman in Sharon burglarized SHARON, Pa. -- Police said a fast-working burglar took an
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Key Rate6.803.803.00 Trillion Cazillion (R.Perez)4.403.40
NBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Mavericks 124, Bulls 98 DALLAS -- Nothing changed for the Chicago Bulls in their first game after
PREP FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
ALL-OHIO COLUMBUS -- The 2003 Associated Press Division V All-Ohio high school football team,
A's, Padres finalize three-player trade
A's, Padres finalize three-player trade Eds: UPDATES with quotes, detail By JANIE McCAULEY AP
WARREN Council debates cop, fire tax split
A decision must be made before the Dec. 18 filing deadline. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL