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WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION Trapping workshop is planned Nov. 1, 2 at a site to be determined. To
Series vs. SMS always close
As coach of Southwest Missouri State, Randy Ball hasn't beaten the Penguins. & lt;a
NOTEBOOK From Heinz Field
Youngstown connection: Among the Titans' scratches was cornerback Mike Echols, the Ursuline High
NFL SUMMARIES
BENGALS 21, BROWNS 14 Cincinnati7770--21 Cleveland7700--14 First Quarter Cle--Morgan 71 pass
STAYING SAFE
STAYING SAFE Fire prevention If you have papers or rags stored next to your basement's furnace
ANNIE'S MAILBOX Readers with cheating spouses speak out
Dear Readers: The mail on our survey about cheating spouses keeps coming. Writing to us was
Police identify Sebring man in train death
SEBRING -- Smith Township police have identified a man struck and killed by a train near the Johnson
Judge says killer isn't mentally retarded
Charles Lorraine murdered two people in their home in Warren. & lt;a
ERIE, PA. Co-workers' deaths spook remaining deliveryman
Authorities are still investigating the bizarre explosion death of one man. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Of
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Lawsuits put squeeze on small W. Pa. diocese
The diocese is trying to get insurance companies to pay damages. ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) -- Mounting
NATIONAL LEAGUE Jack Wilson's tie-breaking homer gives Pirates victory
CHICAGO (AP) -- Dusty Baker's quick assessment of the NL playoffs revealed the tough assignment his
PREP FOOTBALL Top ICL games on Friday feature four contenders
Unbeaten and state-ranked South Range heads up the matchups. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT The Inter-
MAKING A STATEMENT: A political cartoon recently drawn by Joey Barr of Hubbard was commissioned by
MAKING A STATEMENT: A political cartoon recently drawn by Joey Barr of Hubbard was commissioned by
36 high schools to compete for scholarships
YOUNGSTOWN -- Thirty-six high school teams will compete in the second season of "Academic Challenge"
Cincinnati 21, Cleveland 14
Cincinnati 21, Cleveland 14 Tennessee 30, Pittsburgh 13 Minnesota 35, San Francisco 7 St.
WEIRTON STEEL Union leader says negotiations, though difficult, will continue
Weirton Steel labor talks are following the ISG model of job cuts. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) --
Treasurer steps in as acting chief financial officer
WARREN -- WCI Steel has named Tom Gentile as its acting chief financial officer. Gentile, who was
TRUMBULL COUNTY Canadian company plans to build facility to make seats for GM
The seat maker estimates it will need fewer workers than Lear to supply GM. By DON SHILLING
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.252.38 Bank One,.84,38.3338.36 Clear Channel,
The Ten Commandments: God's rules for us to live by
Opinion: The Ten Commandments: God's rules for us to live by EDITOR: It seems Alan Dershowitz, whose
COLUMBUS State seeks to reform oversight of pension systems
Serious problems in two retirement systems have come to light. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
Intersection reopens
Intersection reopens CANFIELD -- The intersection of Shields and Raccoon roads has reopened after
LORDSTOWN Fabricating plant workers approve tentative agreement
The four-year contract provides a signing bonus of $3,000 in the first year. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
NASCAR WINSTON CUP
NASCAR WINSTON CUP ER SPORTS 500 RESULTS At Talladega Superspeedway Lap length: 2.66 miles
HELOISE Depression screening day changed her life
Dear Heloise: Several years ago, I attended a National Depression Screening Day program in my area.
JAMES AND MORRIS CAREY \ On the House Ventilate attic to prolong life of roof, cut bills
Does lowering your utility bill, improving your home's comfort, cutting down on moisture and mildew,
MAJOR LEAGUE LEADERS Albert Pujols wins NL batting title in close race
Colorado's Todd Helton was intentionally walked in his final at-bat. ASSOCIATED PRESS Albert
ELJER Plant's future worries workers
Salem's mayor said the city administration is willing to help save the plant. By NORMAN LEIGH
WORLD CUP ROUNDUP Sunday's other games
Sweden 3, Nigeria 0 COLUMBUS -- Sweden's Hanna Ljungberg scored two goals. Malin Andersson helped
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune FAN FARE: Anna Sui appears for a television interview wearing a zip-front
Grill burns house
Grill burns house NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Residents preparing to cook on their gas grill accidentally
FOOTBALL
FOOTBALL AREA SCORES Chaney 14, Poland 7 East Liverpool 19, Rayen 0 Indian Creek 33, Wilson
Today is Tuesday, Sept. 30, the 273rd day of 2003. There are 92 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Sept. 30, the 273rd day of 2003. There are 92 days left in the year. On this date
AROUND THE HORN | Sunday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 9, Twins 4 DETROIT -- Detroit avoided the 1962 Mets' record for losses,
YOUNGSTOWN Grant fills gap in bridge funds
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Two weeks ago, the city didn't know how it
AMERICAN LEAGUE Grand slam homer sinks Tribe in finale
TORONTO (AP) -- Carlos Delgado thinks his major league-leading 145 RBIs could help him win the AL
Ohio's seniors get a break on cost of drugs -- finally
Opinion: State Sen. Robert F. Hagan of Youngstown wants to be the Democratic sponsor of a bill being drafted
"We all know people who influence us and, if we are lucky, we meet a few in our lives who improve
Opinion: "We all know people who influence us and, if we are lucky, we meet a few in our lives who improve
YOUNGSTOWN Probe looks at cop after carbon monoxide death
By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- A police officer sent to check on a
AL PLAYOFFS Bunt in 12th inning gives A's win
Ramon Hernandez's bunt single scored Eric Chavez to beat Boston, 5-4. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) --
Columbiana County Fair group to elect officers
By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- Once elected to the Columbiana County
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christos A. Efthimiou, 28, of 14 Heidi Drive, Campbell, and
MAHONING VALLEY Bank woos small businesses, citing economic upswing
The news is mostly good for the area, an economist says. & lt;a
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Butler Twp. man indicted in drug ring
The man is accused of being the leader of a drug ring. LISBON -- A Butler Township man arrested
Grant will add miles to bike trail
In five years, the trail is to reach from Lake Erie to the Ohio River. & lt;a
SCHEDULE | Major League Baseball playoffs
AMERICAN LEAGUE DIVISION SERIES (Best-of-5) New York vs. Minnesota Tuesday: Minnesota (Santana
AFC NORTH Browns' mistakes lead to 21-14 defeat
Cincinnati rallied for its first victory of the season. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Home Savings offers service in Spanish
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Home Savings and Loan Co. is offering its TeleBanking service in Spanish. Susan
YOUNGSTOWN A-Plus Fami
The PWBA Northeast Region event is coming after several years' absence. YOUNGSTOWN -- After
HOCKEY Beaudry's goal delivers Phantoms past U.S. team
The Phantoms scored their second straight win over the U.S. National squad. By GREG GULAS
'Wizard of Oz' puppets
'Wizard of Oz' puppets On Saturday, free puppet presentations of "The Wizard of Oz" will be at 11
NOTEBOOK
Missed opportunities: Browns kicker Phil Dawson was wide right on a 35-yard field goal attempt in
THE FLU | What you should know
Influenza is caused by a virus that spreads from infected people to the nose or throat of others. It
WORLD CUP SOCCER U.S. rolls to 3-0 win against North Korea
The Americans won without top scorer Mia Hamm, who was being rested. COLUMBUS (AP) -- For the
Botanical name: Sedum "Carl"
Botanical name: Sedum "Carl" Attributes: A very hardy, late-blooming perennial with lovely gray-
STRUTHERS Police investigate thefts of newspapers from boxes
A carrier noted thefts at several vending machines. STRUTHERS -- Police are investigating several
HUBBARD Senior does the math and gets perfect 800 on that half of SAT
The youth scored 580 on the verbal part, well above the 507 national average. By TIM YOVICH
Man jailed, woman treated after dispute
NILES -- A domestic dispute between a live-in couple landed the man in jail on a domestic violence
ANNA SUI Designer spends free time in thrift shops
Clothes of the famous designer not found in her hometown. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS TROY, Mich.
PENNSYLVANIA Rep's bill targets loud car music
He delayed introducing the bill as support continues to grow. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
Tim Couch kept Browns close, but he had no help
He threw for 280 yards and two touchdowns, but was intercepted in the final minute. By JOE SCALZO
PENNSYLVANIA 100 hunters get licenses to shoot elk
HARRISBURG (AP) -- Ninety-one Pennsylvania hunters and nine from out of state were awarded elk
NASCAR Michael Waltrip scores fourth career triumph
Dave Blaney of Hartford placed 17th in the EA Sports 500 at Talladega. TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) -- Go
WHEATLAND TUBE 100 layoffs to follow strike at company
Workers will get successive hourly raises. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU WHEATLAND,
A buss for Mrs. Bush
A buss for Mrs. Bush k FRENCH PRESIDENT Jacques Chirac kisses first lady Laura Bush during her
Hoban senior sets news state record, trumps NFL
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) -- Bishop Hoban senior Gerry McGroarty kicked a 64-yard field goal Saturday,
NFL STANDINGS
AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv Miami210.66758381-1-01-0-02-1-00-0-02-0-0
GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED If you're ready to try an online auction, visit www.ebay.com To register,
MAHONING VALLEY Health experts urge flu shots for all
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR HEALTH WRITER Local health departments and the Centers for
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Greenford Ruritans are improving their corner of the world
The busy, rain-washed streets of Boardman disappeared, replaced by the long and lonely roads leading
OHIO STATE So far, Buckeye defense paying the bills for stay-at-home offense
It's going to be tough for the Buckeyes to repeat as Big Ten champions without a better running
WORKPLACE Women make strides over men in management posts
Women in the work force now are better educated than men. NEW YORK (AP) -- Women are more likely
NFC Frerotte leads way as Vikings rip 49ers
He threw four TD passes -- three to Randy Moss -- in a 35-7 win. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Gus Frerotte
YOUNGSTOWN Four local attorneys finalists for judgeship
The panel has until Nov. 1 to reduce the list. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
REUNIONS
XCampbell Memorial High School Class of 1954 reunion committee will meet at 9 a.m. Oct. 8 at the
Associated Press
Associated Press A BARREL OF FUN: Dewayne Evans hunts for leaks in the barrels of whiskey aging in
Democratic senators have opportunity with slots issue
Opinion: Democratic senators have opportunity with slots issue EDITOR: The Ohio Senate is once more
WEEKEND LEADERS | Football
Rushing Chris Sharba, Brookfield, 228 yards, 21 carries, 5 TDs. Shaun Lane, Hubbard, 166 yards,
Officials hope rep's visit brings federal money
LEETONIA -- Village officials hope a visit from U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland of Portsmouth, D-6th, will
Fast handles unique offense
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North admits making bombs
Debate continues over how many nuclear weapons the North could have. SEOUL, South Korea (AP) --
TENNESSEE Whiskey maker gets another shot
A British beverage giant has taken over a Tennessee whiskey distillery. TULLAHOMA, Tenn. (AP) --
Company creates commemorative crystal
WASHINGTON POST High-style, high-end Steuben Glass marks its 100th anniversary this year. To
RECORDING INDUSTRY Downloaders pay to settle lawsuits
Settlement sums range from $2,500 to $10,000. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The recording industry says it
EQUIPMENT Hunters never run short of gadgets
There are loads of neat little gimmicks and devices for the hunter to drool over. KNIGHT RIDDER
More lavish spending
Opinion: Orlando Sentinel: Just what America needs -- a new national energy plan that lines the pockets of
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-7-6 Pick 4, 0-7-3-9 Buckeye 5, 1-4-15-
NFL ROUNDUP Sunday's other games
INTERCONFERENCE Colts 55, Saints 21 NEW ORLEANS -- Peyton Manning visited his hometown and
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Anthony and Rhonda Billet, 332 Deer Creek, Struthers, girl, Sept. 22. Angela
PREVIEW Tonight's game
GREEN BAY (1-2) At CHICAGO (0-2) Time: 9 p.m. TV/radio: WYTV (33), WEWS (5), WTAE (4), WBBW-AM
Interceptions offset Steelers' strong start
Interceptions of Tommy Maddox started Tennessee's comeback. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS
YSU events will mark Diversity Month
YSU events will mark Diversity Month YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University will sponsor and
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
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The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
Event to focus on fire prevention
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Fire Department will hold a fire prevention day open house from 1 to 5
'Chicken Soup' entry
'Chicken Soup' entry BOARDMAN -- Boardman resident Nathalie Taghaboni wrote a personal essay that
WARREN 2 companies in probe are paying taxes
Tax information is proprietary under the law. & lt;a href=mailto:dick@vindy.com & gt;By
Air station funding
Air station funding VIENNA -- The 910th Airlift Wing at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station will
CATHOLIC CHURCH Victims of abuse by priests decry cardinal's selection
Rigali let child-sex abusers stay on as priests, a victims group says. By CHERYL WITTENAUER
U.S. offers to boost U.N. role and transfer power 'quickly'
The United Nations would not have the primary role in the transfer to democracy. UNITED NATIONS
PENNSYLVANIA
PENNSYLVANIA Oct. 31 deadline for elk guide permits Anyone interested in applying to be an elk
Buckeyes struggling
Buckeyes struggling Despite a 5-0 record and No. 3 ranking in the polls, Ohio State's offense has
U.S. students hit the books, but not as hard as most
Opinion: A few years ago, some experts were expressing concern that children were damaging their spines by
DOWNTOWN Plan riles Front St. property owners
The study concludes that a majority of the property at issue is blighted. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
Holcomb not ready, so Davis turns to Couch again
Cleveland lost each of the three games against Pittsburgh last season by a field goal. BEREA (AP)
Coffee mill classic is pretty in pink
Coffee mill classic is pretty in pink A kitchen classic is looking pretty in pink as it raises
IF YOU GO Ticket information
Alex Vedrinski's "The Art of Calling Wild Animals" seminar is limited to 200 seats. Location:
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS Cubs-Braves matchup draws prime-time coverage from Fox
The Yankees-Twins game will begin at 1:06 p.m. on Tuesday. NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York Yankees
Music downloaders pay to settle lawsuits
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The recording industry says it has settled 52 of the 261 suits it filed against
SALEM First phase of road project nears completion
Extending Bentley Drive is the project's next phase. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Steelers' turnovers costly in 30-13 loss
Two interceptions and a safety were the difference against the Titans. By TOM WILLIAMS