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Tax break for company
Tax break for company HUBBARD -- Trumbull County commissioners were expected to approve a tax
YSU
YSU Softball KENT -- Youngstown State improved to 6-1 in its fall season by winning twice in the
MONDAY'S RESULTS
MONDAY'S RESULTS FOOTBALL TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE STATISTICS Rushing -- Matt Custer (Leetonia), 666
BANKRUPTCY COURT Delay in decisions keeps WCI afloat
The judge's action ensures the steelmaker a continued supply of iron ore. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
American Eagle's sales slump as young people reject choices
The retailer struggles to stay popular after fashion missteps. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- High school
STEELERS Coaches yanked Burress during short patterns
The wide receiver is puzzled about the substitution pattern. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If it seemed wide
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-9-7 Pick 4, 9-8-6-1 Buckeye 5, 1-5-15-
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 1, the 274th day of 2003. There are 91 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Oct. 1, the 274th day of 2003. There are 91 days left in the year. On this date
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Announced the contract of
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS Favorite Odds Underdog National League ATLANTA 51/2-61/2 Chicago Cubs
Mall is still top draw for shoppers
Southern Park Mall produces $200 million in annual sales. YOUNGSTOWN -- The demise of the shopping
Dana DiGennaro, Mr. Walters will wed in spring
XHUBBARD -- Announcing their engagement are Dana Lyn DiGennaro and Christopher James Walters, both
YOUNGSTOWN Lawmakers: ODOT ignored Valley for new location
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- State legislators from Mahoning and
4 Mahoning Valley centers have no plans for layoffs
The do-not-call list has boosted business for one local calling company. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
INSIDE
INSIDE XThe Indians' season, devoted to development and rebuilding, became one of survival for
PHILADELPHIA Federal suit against Medco targets drug-switch plan
The pharmacy benefit company faces several other charges. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Federal prosecutors
SEASON IN REVIEW Bucs 11th straight losing year gets costly at box office
The team has lost $30 million in its first three seasons at PNC Park. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- This is
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Slam the door on Internet salesmen before they pop up
Owning a computer makes you long for the days when you could slam a door in the face of a door-to-
After a dozen novels ("The Hunt for Red October," "Patriot Games" and "Clear and Present Danger"
After a dozen novels ("The Hunt for Red October," "Patriot Games" and "Clear and Present Danger"
TRUMBULL COUNTY Sheriff faults lax probe in hiring of deputy
By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A former Trumbull County corrections
YOUNGSTOWN Man found guilty of murdering rival to romance
YOUNGSTOWN -- A West Glenaven Avenue man was convicted today of killing a romantic rival last year.
VIDEO GAMES Nintendo cuts price of console
The company has lost ground to Sony and Microsoft in North America. LOS ANGELES TIMES Hoping to
HARRISBURG State laws to be stricter for DUIs
Alcohol-related deaths were 41 percent of all Pa. traffic deaths in 2002. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Two
YOUNGSTOWN Jury weighing murder charge in shooting death
YOUNGSTOWN -- Deliberations continued today in the trial of a West Glenaven Avenue man accused of
WRAPUP Rookie Gerut is Tribe's top player for season dominated by injuries
Cleveland lost seven veterans and five youngsters with injuries. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Omar Vizquel
Correction
Opinion: In Sunday's editorial on an Ohio Supreme Court ruling regarding the funding for two Mahoning County
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Drug suspensions: Jacksonville wide receiver Jimmy Smith was one of four suspended players
Blaze kills firefighter in his home
A state police fire marshal said there were no smoke detectors in the house. & lt;a
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Sept. 28 Arrest: After
VERIZON Company offers voluntary severance to managers
The company expects thousands of its managers to accept the buyout deal. NEW YORK (AP) -- Verizon
FLU CLINICS
FLU CLINICS Dates, times, places Influenza vaccine is coming to the Valley. Here is a list of
ATP MONEY LEADERS
ATP MONEY LEADERS Through Sunday 1. Andy Roddick$2,705,662 2. Juan Carlos Ferrero$2,458,330
Packers spoil Bears' opener
Brett Favre threw three TD passes in the 38-23 win at new Soldier Field. CHICAGO (AP) -- Brett
YOUNGSTOWN Schools will search for chief within the ranks
Looking internally first is a matter of managerial respect, board member says. By PETER H.
KOREAN PENINSULA North touts technology in nuclear claims
South Korea's president called for calm after the North's disclosure. SEOUL, South Korea (AP) --
WARREN Ex-forger, film subject will speak
The speaker cashed $2.5 million in fraudulent checks. WARREN -- Frank Abagnale, whose story was
PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP Newton Falls wins on Martin's goal
Her goal broke a 1-1 tie midway through the second half of play. LIBERTY -- Heather Martin scored
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.24 2.40 Bank One,.84,38.4338.45 Clear Channel, 37.89
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Youngstown Community School Governing Authority, 7:30 a.m., board room at the
TRUMBULL COSTS Official: 'I was afraid to ask'
The commissioner's friend was hired as purchasing director in 2001. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David M. Coss, 33, of 3564 Western Reserve Road, Canfield, and
NHL Koltsov ignites Pens offense; Lemieux's feeds help rookie
The Belarus rookie has a reputation for rocks for hands. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- After a whirlwind tour
GAIL WHITE Boutique ladies and Stein Mart fashion a charitable partnership
Dodie Mahoney and Jody Major of Boardman have always been actively involved in the community,
BASEBALL FIRINGS White Sox' Manuel, Orioles' Hargrove first to go
Chicago lost 10 of its last 15 games to fade in the AL Central race. ASSOCIATED PRESS Chicago
Gunfire leads to arrest
Gunfire leads to arrest YOUNGSTOWN -- Aaron M. Freet of Girard was arrested at 1:30 a.m. today,
Iberis-Ebie wedding is set for mid-November
XPOLAND -- Michael and Kathy Iberis of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Lisa
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ACC attorneys asks judge to dismiss lawsuit filed by four Big East teams
UConn, Rutgers, Pittsburgh and WVU are seeking monetary damages. ROCKVILLE, Conn. (AP) --
HUBBARD Freshman draws on her artistic abilities
The legally blind teen draws everything from animal portraits to political cartoons. By SHERRI L.
YSU FOOTBALL Kicker, Peters get top honors
Nick Terracina's record-breaking field goal earned him Gateway Conference honors. By PETE MOLLICA
MAHONING COUNTY FUNDS Commissioners blast judge over high court ruling
The auditor stepped in to defend Judge Dellick. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
MERCER RACEWAY RESULTS
MERCER RACEWAY RESULTS SUNDAY NIGHT Late Model Feature #1 (25 laps): 1. Keith Barbara ($2000) 2.
School construction project frustrates minority workers
A contractor said more minorities will likely be hired as work advances. & lt;a
Leetonia fields will be ready next year
Homecoming and senior recognition night will be at Crestview, one official said. & lt;a
INTERNET America Online launches service for U.S. Hispanics
Directions and customer support for the new service are all in Spanish. NEW YORK (AP) -- Tienes
PITTSBURGH Steel producers express concern that tariffs will end
Industry leaders plan a new campaign to publicize the need for steel tariffs. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
W. Nile kills 2; more cases arise
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS HARRISBURG -- Two more Pennsylvanians have died of the West Nile virus, and six
On preparing for the game against the 49ers: "Today has been spent grading the film. I've spent the
On preparing for the game against the 49ers: "Today has been spent grading the film. I've spent the
"They shoot at us without fail every time we drive through the town [Husaybah] at night. We call it
Opinion: "They shoot at us without fail every time we drive through the town [Husaybah] at night. We call it
LAWRENCE COUNTY Seven are charged with fraud conspiracy
The Justice Department unsealed an indictment Tuesday. NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) -- The federal
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER Brittny Humphrey reaches 100 goals, but Bristol wins TAC game
Amber Rasmussen scored all six goals in Bristol's victory over Liberty. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
Good food and football go together in Lowellville
Fantastic football and tummy-tickling homemade food. This must be Lowellville. & lt;a
CIA leak warrants independent probe
Opinion: President Bush insists that he wants to know who in the executive branch leaked information to a
Something new up north
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Many Americans, now enduring month nine of their 22-month, mind-numbing
YPD suspends dispatcher for delayed response
The lieutenant in charge will have a predisciplinary hearing. & lt;a
CORTLAND City officials mull hiring a part-time zoning inspector
An interim service director has been appointed. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Yankees put play in playoffs
Andy Pettitte set a postseason career high with 10 strikeouts in seven innings. NEW YORK (AP) --
Scope of Patriot Act expands beyond the war on terrorism
Opinion: It should probably come as no surprise that the USA Patriot Act, which was drafted and passed in
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Aquana Chilton and Janero Mitchell, 1921 Riblett Ave., Youngstown, boy, Sept. 30.
YOUNGSTOWN Electric bills to drop by 5%
Estimated annual savings are $20 for households and up to $150 for businesses. By ROGER G. SMITH
Simon exec says Valley is home
The executive flies to his office in Indianapolis each week. & lt;a
HOW THEY FARED YSU opponents
Edinboro (3-1) beat East Stroudsburg 31-20; next, vs. Shippensburg Saturday. Slippery Rock (1-3)
NHL PRESEASON STANDINGS
NHL PRESEASON STANDINGS EASTERN Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA N.Y. Islanders40008134
AREA RESULTS
AREA RESULTS WOMEN'S TENNIS Slippery Rock -- swept the "A" bracket championships at last
ELJER PLUMBINGWARE Closing is possible, company confirms
Loss of the plant could cost the city about $60,000 in income tax revenue. SALEM -- The parent
Miss Donatelli, Mr. Hutchinson to wed in Hawaii
XBOARDMAN -- The engagement of Jennifer Marie Donatelli and Dr. Douglas Merrill Hutchinson, both of
Leanna Thomas, David Kemble to wed Dec. 27
XBOARDMAN -- Anthony and Karen Thomas, 1198 Suzylinn Ave., are announcing the engagement of their
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Comrollnover(T Talcott)87.8019.206.40 Monogram Hall(R
Police search man's home for child porn
The suspect's bond has been set at $1 million. & lt;a href=mailto:dick@vindy.com & gt;By
WARREN Art group preparing new home for shows
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Members of Trumbull Art Gallery expect a new
Beyond recall: Exercises to aid critical thought
By MIKE MAZA DALLAS MORNING NEWS "Intelligent Memory," by Barry Gordon, M.D., and Lisa Berger
EAGLE, COLO. Judge rules in favor of Bryant's defense
Vail police were ordered to turn over records of the accuser's 911 calls. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) -- In
Ford puts Lorain Assembly Plant on list of four facing shutdown
AVON LAKE, Ohio (AP) -- A five-minute meeting was all it took for Ford Motor Co. and United Auto
Summary of recent police activity for Boardman and Poland:
Summary of recent police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN Sept. 22 Recovered
U.S., Norway set in quarterfinal
The top two teams will clash early because Norway lost to Brazil. FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) -- Only the
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 5 to
PLAYOFF PREVIEW Division Series
AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston vs. Oakland Schedule: Game 1, Wednesday, at Oakland (10:06 p.m., ESPN);
October wedding for Jodi Dyke, M.D. McBride Jr.
XCANFIELD -- Donald and Sandra Dyke of Canfield are announcing plans for the autumn wedding of their
Area teams ranked
Area teams ranked Warren Harding remains No. 2 in this week's Associated Press high school
Offense better, but jury still out
The Penguins must slow Southwest Missouri State's running game. & lt;a
AWARDS Players of the week
MVR Offense: Josh Cayson, 5-10, 174, sophomore tailback from Warren. MVR Defense: Waymann Peters,
CURBSTONE COACHES Heacock: YSU's season may ride with defense
The Penguins' coach said the goal-line stand turned the tide at Liberty. By PETE MOLLICA
Cops in Shops program
Cops in Shops program BROOKFIELD -- The township police department will work with local alcohol
NFL Manning enjoys third perfect passing rating in Colts' victory
His six TD passes in a road game exceeded coach Tony Dungy's expectations. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --
Church offers to take Civil War monument
An effort is under way to keep the monument right where it is. & lt;a
NFL Browns are regrouping after third defeat
Cleveland committed 11 penalties and lacked an effective rushing attack. BEREA (AP) -- One day
Felon convicted of illegally owning guns
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A felon accused by federal authorities of posing a threat to Homeland Security
SALEM Car dealership files libel lawsuit over public sign
The dealership says a customer's allegations are damaging its reputation. By NORMAN LEIGH
Pa. couple remains hospitalized after fire
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- John and Shirley Pollock remained hospitalized late Friday with injuries
Americans ready
Americans ready The matchup was somewhat unexpected, but the U.S. women's World Cup soccer team is
NCAA DIVISION I POLL
NCAA DIVISION I POLL MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Top teams in the NCAA Division I preseason men's ice
Visit scores high with patients
Visit scores high with patients Patients at Tod Children's Hospital, Youngstown, are the focus of
NBA Youthful Cavs open practice
LeBron James will be in the spotlight as the Cavs' training camp opens today. COMBINED DISPATCHES
MAHONING VALLEY Dominion, Columbia Gas to lower rates until Feb.
Wholesale prices for natural has have risen 50 percent since last winter. Natural gas companies
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS Red Sox, Cubs are postseason fan favorites
Chicago hasn't won a title since 1908, while Boston's last title was 1918. By BEN WALKER
Poverty numbers grow
Opinion: Detroit Free Press: That's how many people in America live in poverty, according to the latest U.S.
MAHONING COUNTY Thief gets out early on vow to do right
The Sebring man intends to attend a Bible college near Salem. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL | Associated Press poll
COLUMBUS -- How a state panel of sports writers and broadcasters rates Ohio high school football
HELOISE Suggestion speeds preparation of recipe for pea soup
Dear Heloise: Here is a tip for speeding up preparation of delicious pea soup. Use an electric
49ERS Garcia, Owens feuding
Coach Dennis Erickson says sideline tantrums no longer will be tolerated. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP)
New Castle man, woman charged with endangering children's welfare
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A city woman and her boyfriend are charged with endangering the welfare of
Police identify man hit by train
Police identify man hit by train SEBRING -- Smith Township police have identified a man struck and
Ohio tax board rules against Mike Tyson
The boxer intended to settle in Southington, a parole officer's report says. COLUMBUS (AP) --
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 'Lulu's' wedding invitation on day of funeral hit an all-time low
Dear Annie: This past week, my dear mother passed away. My son's ex-wife, "Lulu," also paid her
PREP VOLLEYBALL Lakeview defeats LaBrae in two sets, remains unbeaten in the TAC
The Bulldogs are 17-1 overall this season. KINSMAN -- The Lakeview High volleyball team continued