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WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS
WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS American Express Scores Friday At Capital City Club, Crabapple Course
By ROGER G. SMITH
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The most striking thing standing under the
No. 1 Oklahoma 53, Iowa St. 7
No. 1 Oklahoma 53, Iowa St. 7 AMES, Iowa (AP) -- Top-ranked Oklahoma looked sharp and overpowering
County paid high price to a few other vendors
One company defended its prices by calling its product line 'the Cadillac.' By PEGGY SINKOVICH
YOUNGSTOWN District stands to lose nearly $13M
Ohio districts will lose a projected $250 million to charter schools this year. By JoANNE VIVIANO
Float or sink? Teamwork meets design
The goal was to create a boat using cardboard and duct tape. & lt;a
SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY Homecoming events to fill next weekend
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Slippery Rock University will conduct its "Hollywood Homecoming" next weekend.
GATEWAY Quarterback Sambursky keeps Southern Illinois unbeaten
Terrance Freeney sealed a win for Northern Iowa. ASSOCIATED PRESS TERRE HAUTE, Ind. -- Joel
Top 25 Capsules
Top 25 Capsules Eds: UPDATES with Washington State-Arizona; WILL be UPDATED. By The Associated
PREP HAZING Hundreds gather in response to disturbing incident
The Long Island, N.Y., community is sorting through a football scandal. MERRICK, N.Y. (AP) -- On a
AL PLAYOFFS N.Y. Yankees turn to Roger Clemens in Game 3
The series, tied 1-1, moves to the Metrodome today. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The New York Yankees will
TRUMBULL COUNTY UW sets sights on broader goals
The organization will also work to meet prioritized needs of the county. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
KREMLIN CUP RESULTS
KREMLIN CUP RESULTS Friday At Olympic Stadium Moscow Purse: ATP, $1 million (Intl. Gold);
NEW CASTLE Downtown endures repairs of roads
The work should be done by mid-November. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW
IBF RANKINGS
IBF RANKINGS EAST ORANGE, N.J. -- The International Boxing Federation official rankings as of Aug.
NL PLAYOFFS Marlins sink Giants in 11th on Rodriguez's two-run single
He also had a two-run homer in the win that gave Florida the series edge. MIAMI (AP) -- Ivan
No. 10 USC 37, Arizona St. 17
No. 10 USC 37, Arizona St. 17 By MEL REISNER AP Sports Writer TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Matt
Pak takes 1-stroke lead in Longs Drug Challenge
Four women were tied for third at 139. LINCOLN, Calif. (AP) -- Se Ri Pak shot an 8-under 64 Friday
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE Preseason Glance EASTERN Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA N.Y.
Today is Sunday, Oct. 5, the 278th day of 2003. There are 87 days left in the year. The Jewish Day
Opinion: Today is Sunday, Oct. 5, the 278th day of 2003. There are 87 days left in the year. The Jewish Day
Two records broken at gourd weigh-off
A Geauga County man broke world records in two gourd divisions. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR STAFF
NHL Pens give in, sign top draft pick
The 18-year-old goalie's deal is worth at least $3.7 million. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh
Alfredsson's 64 puts her in lead at Longs Drugs Challenge
Alfredsson's 64 puts her in lead at Longs Drugs Challenge LINCOLN, Calif. (AP) -- Helen Alfredsson
DISTRICT Ursuline rallies to beat Akron Hoban
Daryll Clark sparked the Irish to a 25-21 victory. AKRON -- Senior quarterback Daryll Clark rushed
PROFILE Ed Reese
Age: 40. Home: Boardman. Family: Wife, Diane; sons, Eddie, 12, and Danny, 11; daughter,
PREP GIRLS SOCCER Canfield upends Cardinal Mooney
Whitney Zunic scored the go-ahead goal in Canfield's 2-1 victory. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Do N Time (Cacha-Padilla)14.005.202.60 All Day Long
Bowling Green wide receiver plays for his father, who's an MP in Iraq
BOWLING GREEN (AP) -- Cornelius McGrady III has a lot to think about when he's running routes as a
BOARDMAN Plant will close; 20 people to lose jobs
New owners are moving local operations to a plant near Chicago. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
URGENT
URGENT Sonics' top pick out for season AP Photos pursuing SEATTLE (AP) -- Seattle SuperSonics
BEREA (AP) -- On the road, under the lights and before a skeptical national television audience, Tim
BEREA (AP) -- On the road, under the lights and before a skeptical national television audience, Tim
Pa. couple remains hospitalized after fire
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- John and Shirley Pollock remained hospitalized late Friday with injuries
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Kent State can't hold early lead; Miami QB passes team past Zips
Ben Roethlisberger threw for 369 yards and two touchdowns. ASSOCIATED PRESS KENT -- Talmadge
PROFESSIONAL GOLF Woods leads by five over world-class field
Tiger shot a 4-under-par 66 in tough conditions. WOODSTOCK, Ga. (AP) -- Baked greens and thick
Yanks take series lead
Yanks take series lead Roger Clemens made Hideki Matsui's early home run stand up and led the New
AMERICAN LEAGUE DIVISION PLAYOFFS Yankees take 2-1 lead over Minnesota
The Twins need to win today to stay alive. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Warming up in the bullpen, Roger
WASHINGTON FBI operation sent money to Hamas
WASHINGTON (AP) -- In an undercover operation run in the shadow of Mideast peace talks, the FBI
Fitch drops 26-12 contest
North Canton Hoover rallied on Mike Wright's running to beat the Falcons. By JOHN KOVACH
NHL Penguins' top pick goes home
Marc-Andre Fleury left the Penguins as they try to work out a contract. CANONSBURG, Pa. (AP) --
NFL STANDINGS
AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv Miami210.66758381-1-01-0-02-1-00-0-02-0-0
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-9-5 Pick 4, 5-5-2-3 Buckeye 5, 20-21-24-28-
Setzer beats Kvapil to win NASCAR Trucks event
Setzer beats Kvapil to win NASCAR Trucks event SOUTH BOSTON, Va. (AP) -- Dennis Setzer picked up
CITY SERIES Campbell rolls past Wilson for fifth win
The Red Devils capitalized on a pair of Wilson fumbles in the first quarter. CAMPBELL -- Campbell
A step to the idiocy of sports
Some of the events in sports this week have made me wonder -- just who is in charge of things? For
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Today EAST Lehigh (3-1) at Connecticut (3-2), Noon Wisconsin (4-1) at Penn
No. 4 Virginia Tech 48, Rutgers 22
No. 4 Virginia Tech 48, Rutgers 22 Eds: Optional By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer PISCATAWAY,
No. 13 Texas 24, No. 16 Kansas St. 20
No. 13 Texas 24, No. 16 Kansas St. 20 By JIM VERTUNO AP Sports Writer AUSTIN, Texas (AP) --
Rush should have stood his ground, if he could
Opinion: In retrospect, Rush Limbaugh says he stands by his comments about Donovan McNabb, the Philadelphia
West Middlesex rolls past Cambridge, 32-0
CAMBRIDGE SPRINGS, Pa. -- Bob Michaels threw three touchdown passes, ran for a score and kicked two
MINERAL RIDGE 14, LOWELLVILLE 7
MINERAL RIDGE 14, LOWELLVILLE 7 Mineral Ridge7007--14 Lowellville0007-- 7 MINERAL RIDGE --
COLUMBUS Buckeyes keep finding ways to pile up victories
Ohio State has won 19 straight, 10 of them by seven points or less. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Somehow, Ohio
Judge sentences New York City man to prison in New Castle shooting
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A New York City man has been sentenced to 10 to 40 years in prison for his role
John Huston breaks away from the PGA Tour pack
After a three-way tie, he leads the Southern Farm Bureau Classic by two. MADISON, Miss. (AP) --
NL PLAYOFFS Prior pitches Cubs to 3-1 win
He tossed a two-hitter to beat Greg Maddux and the Braves. CHICAGO (AP) -- Mark Prior was more
SYD KRONISH | Stamps Holiday issues available Oct. 23
Christmas comes in October for the U.S. Postal Service. That's when the USPS will release its
No. 12 Nebraska 30, Troy St. 0
No. 12 Nebraska 30, Troy St. 0 By ERIC OLSON Associated Press Writer LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) --
PEACE RACE Younkin looking forward to race
The Pennsylvania runner, who finished 356th last year, loves Mill Creek Park. By JOHN KOVACH
AMERICAN LEAGUE Stewart keeps getting on base, but Twins still lose
Minnesota needs to win today to stay alive. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Shannon Stewart keeps getting on
HELPING HANDS Volunteering
Volunteer Services Agency, a United Way Agency, is a local resource for volunteer recruitment,
Sonics' top pick out for season
Sonics' top pick out for season Eds: LEADS throughout to UPDATE. No pickup. ADDS byline. AP
Bryant to appear in Colorado court this week in sexual assault case
Bryant to appear in Colorado court this week in sexual assault case AP Photos DXX101,102 By JON
POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball
DIVISION SERIES (Best of Five) American League New York vs. Minnesota Tuesday: Minnesota 3, New
Mississippi 20, No. 24 Florida 17
Mississippi 20, No. 24 Florida 17 EDs: Combines prv; ADDs detail about Manning; Optional upcoming
Hand injury keeps Sheffield out of lineup
CHICAGO (AP) -- Atlanta Braves star Gary Sheffield was out of the lineup for Saturday's Game 4 of
NHL '03-'04: In NHL, old-timers play every night
NHL '03-'04: In NHL, old-timers play every night AP Photos KBS201-203 By ALAN ROBINSON AP
NFL INJURY REPORT
NEW YORK (AP) -- The updated National Football League injury report for this week's games, as
ICL Mineral Ridge uses defense on Rockets
The Rams shut down Lowellville to post a 14-7 victory. By DAVE DEVEREUX VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
JACK WOLLITZ Change lures to get a bite
Fishing is not always about success, though it's tempting sometimes for anglers to bask in their
PA. PARKS
PA. PARKS Moraine Several autumn-related programs and events will be offered during October at
Trustees OK tax deal for 179 jobs
The company plans to be here for the long term, executive says. & lt;a
Firefighters solicit donations for new truck
TRANSFER, Pa. -- The volunteer fire department has launched a drive to raise $300,000 for a new
Eds: Game times for LCS and World Series are approximate
Eds: Game times for LCS and World Series are approximate Postseason Baseball At A Glance By
ROAD WORK\ Mercer County
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has advised motorists of road work scheduled for this
MAHONING COUNTY After his term, Reese plans to seek higher post
The commissioner has his eye on running for other offices down the road. By BOB JACKSON
CHICAGO CUBS Dusty Baker could have mojo to make this the year
Do you "Believe It"? CHICAGO (AP) -- On the wall of a tavern across the street from Wrigley Field
MAJOR SERVICE ACADEMIES Navy takes next step to winning coveted trophy
The Midshipmen are poised to capture the Commander-in-Chief Trophy. LANDOVER, Md. (AP) -- It was
CENSUS ANALYSIS Data indicate Pittsburgh is keeping, but not attracting, young professionals
Pittsburgh lost fewer than Columbus, Seattle or D.C., but they attracted more. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
PEACE RACE Younkin is looking forward to race
The Pennsylvania runner, who finished 356th last year, loves Mill Creek Park. By JOHN KOVACH
Baylor 42, Colorado 30
Baylor 42, Colorado 30 By JAIME ARON AP Sports Writer WACO, Texas (AP) -- Aaron Karas threw
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS Red Sox complete comeback on A's with Game 5 win
Boston became the seventh team to overcome a 0-2 deficit and win the series. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP)
NATIONAL LEAGUE Braves beat Cubs, forcing Game 5
The series finale will be played tonight in Atlanta. CHICAGO (AP) -- Turns out Chipper Jones and
SCOTT SHALAWAY Quality dining at the bird feeder
I know it's fall because my mail is dominated by questions about bird feeders. Which one is best?
South Range rolls to 7th win
The Raiders scored five unanswered touchdowns in a 33-6 win over McDonald. By TOM WILLIAMS
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox are glad to be back at Fenway
Boston trails Oakland 2-0 in the best-of-five series. BOSTON (AP) -- There are nine guys in the
FRIDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
FRIDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League ANAHEIM ANGELS--Sent INF Wilson Delgado,
Stop rewarding companies that shelter profits abroad
Opinion: American companies with operations in foreign countries have accumulated more than $400 billion in
Sheffield out with sore hand
Sheffield out with sore hand EDS: RESTORES dropped word "sore" in lead; DELETES extraneous
TAC Liberty's fourth quarter nets win
The Leopards scored 21 points in the final period to beat Lakeview 28-7. By GREG GULAS
Big plays early power Harding past Boardman for sixth victory
The Raiders built a 26-7 lead after the first period, en route to a 43-14 win. By JAMIE TRINA
Bicentennial bell to make the rounds before dedication
The monument on which the bell will be housed is about paid for. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
Kim makes obscene gesture after fans boo
Kim makes obscene gesture after fans boo BOSTON (AP) -- Red Sox reliever Byung-Hyun Kim was booed
By BOB JACKSON
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- On a cold, drizzly Saturday afternoon, Jerry
UCLA 46, No. 18 Washington 16
UCLA 46, No. 18 Washington 16 PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- Rodney Leisle returned from a first-half
CANFIELD Former chief of Columbiana schools dies
Patricia Hura worked in Valley schools since 1967. CANFIELD -- Patricia Hura, a longtime educator
UCF 19, Buffalo 10
UCF 19, Buffalo 10 ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Tavaris Capers returned a punt 52 yards for a touchdown
Limbaugh responds
Limbaugh responds Rush Limbaugh told his radio audience Friday that he is amazed at the
Northern Iowa 16, Ilinois State 7
Northern Iowa 16, Ilinois State 7 NORMAL, Ill. (AP) -- Terrance Freeney's 4-yard run midway
United States hopes to stop high-scoring Germany team
The two meet in Sunday's semifinal matchup in Portland. BEAVERTON, Ore. (AP) -- The U.S. women
MAHONING COUNTY Reese: After term, I'll seek higher post
The commissioner has his eye on running for other offices down the road. By BOB JACKSON
Poland stops Salem, driven by 2002 loss
Shawn O'Halloran kicked a 22-yard field goal as time expired. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR
FOX SPORTS NET PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS: OCTOBER 2 - 8
FOX SPORTS NET PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS: OCTOBER 2 - 8 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2 1:00 pm Horse
No. 11 Georgia 37, Alabama 23
No. 11 Georgia 37, Alabama 23 By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer ATHENS, Ga. (AP) -- Georgia