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REGIONAL CHAMBER Pool company makes a splash

The Fabulous 20 awards honor the region's fastest-growing small businesses. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


Stone thrown at house

Stone thrown at house CANFIELD -- Someone threw a landscaping stone through a large living room


End of an era

End of an era The stars who nurtured U.S. women's soccer and made it the best in the world will


NASCAR Newman denies cheating after posting eighth win of year

Ryan Newman got some great gas mileage in the Banquet 400. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) -- Ryan Newman


GOLF Woods wins by two, enhances titular bid

Tiger Woods' victory gave him a good shot at season-ending honors. ASSOCIATED PRESS WOODSTOCK,


FAST FOOD Company Web sites 'fess up about calories, fat

WASHINGTON POST We've all heard the word, right? Nutrition experts tell us to pay attention to


AGENDA

AGENDA WEDNESDAY Youngstown city schools Superintendent's Parent Advisory Committee, luncheon


WARREN School expands mentor program

Each staff member has up to 20 students to mentor. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


YOUNGSTOWN Youth pleads guilty in case of sex with 14-year-old girl

The case started in juvenile court, and he was bound over for trial as an adult. By BOB JACKSON


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY After 50 years, these volunteers still answer the call

Raymond and Wilbur Kurtz, Earl Slagle and Paul Bowman have been Green Township volunteer


NFL SUMMARIES

BROWNS 33, STEELERS 13 Cleveland101373--33 Pittsburgh01030--13 First Quarter Cle--AndreDavis


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Weekend Leaders

RUSHING Jake Robinson, Beaver Local, 182 yards, 18 carries Gary Scott, Woodrow Wilson, 170


FARRELL Food warehouse marks its 20th anniversary

The need for its food programs continues to grow in Mercer County. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


Buccaneers' NFL-best defense challenges the unbeaten Colts

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- The thought of facing an offense coming off a 55-point performance would make


HERMITAGE City proceeds with plans for technical park tax breaks

Only high-tech companies will be allowed to build in the tax abatement area. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The


PITTSBURGH Cold-file murders get new attention

A man was arrested in one of the killings. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Authorities are investigating


'WAXWINGS' | A review Newcomers make their way in uncertain times

The novel is British in style but American in theme. By CHARLES MATTHEWS KNIGHT RIDDER


Fire department open house

Fire department open house The Green Township Volunteer Fire Department, 12200 Lisbon Road,


Beaver Twp. OKs rezoning for businesses

NORTH LIMA -- Beaver Township trustees rezoned two areas of the township Monday, paving the way for


PEACE RACE RESULTS

10K 1. Jim Jurcevich, 27, Columbus29:15.3 2. Fred Kieser, 34, Cleveland 29:51.9 3. Matthew


MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Ascorbicus (J.Felix)4.203.403.00 Quiteaguy (B.Walker,


NFL STANDINGS

AMERICAN East WLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv Miami310.75081481-1-02-0-02-1-01-0-02-0-0


MEDICINE Researchers see tiny ray of hope in AIDS battle

Vaccines are being tested on thousands of humans. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The patient's inoculation


Columbus runner grabs first place in Peace Race

Jim Jurcevich wanted to gauge himself for an upcoming marathon. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


Martinez, Zito take mound in series' decisive 5th game

Boston has rallied from a 2-0 deficit, with the final game tonight in Oakland. BOSTON (AP) -- The


AUSTINTOWN TRUSTEE RACE Court rejects suit in petition question

The elections board chairman wants to investigate the signature issue further. By DAVID SKOLNICK


ALEXANDRIA, VA. Raise your right wing and repeat after me ...

A man who lost a parrot said he'll know it's Loulou if she can whistle the 'Andy Griffith Show'


"We need to break the vicious cycle of violence and counterviolence. "

Opinion: "We need to break the vicious cycle of violence and counterviolence. " Germany's Ambassador Gunter


Clark is leader of Irish attack

Led by Daryll Clark, Ursuline has the top offense in the conference. & lt;a


Pupil enrollment

Pupil enrollment Fifty-two percent of the nation's 3- and 4-year-olds are enrolled in preschool or


Mayor will seek transfer of funds

Layoffs are possible if the transfer legislation doesn't pass. & lt;a


NFL ROUNDUP | Sunday's other games

AFC Chiefs 24, Broncos 23 KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Dante Hall gave the Kansas City Chiefs plenty of


REPUBLIC ENGINEERED PRODUCTS Steel company files Chapter 11

An analyst dismissed the company's claim that the blackout forced the filing. FAIRLAWN, Ohio (AP)


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.282.38 Bank One,.84,39.7939.81 Clear Channel, 41.00


MAHONING COUNTY Judge seeks compromise in funding court operations

Two commissioners said they don't intend to meet with the judge, however. By BOB JACKSON


Officials' decision to reallocate bed-tax funding sinks bureau

Commissioners will use 2 percent of the bed tax for funding a local airport. & lt;a


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Columbiana, United square off Friday

The state-ranked teams will battle for the Tri-County League lead. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


Hubbard man found dead

Hubbard man found dead YOUNGSTOWN -- James Omarrah, 27, of Fairlawn Avenue, Hubbard, was found


Insisting on accountability in all sexual abuse cases

Opinion: Insisting on accountability in all sexual abuse cases EDITOR: There is a parallel between the


W. Illinois will be YSU's toughest test of the season

& lt;a href=mailto:mollica@vindy.com & gt;By PETE MOLLICA & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR


REUNIONS

XAustintown Fitch High School Class of 1993 will hold a 10-year reunion Nov. 28 at the Maronite


HANOVERTON Village hopes to get flood compensation

More work needs to be done on the village hall since it was damaged by flooding. By SUE DROTLEFF


SATURDAY'S SCORES

SATURDAY'S SCORES GATEWAY Youngstown St. 34, SW Missouri St. 7 S. Illinois 37, Indiana St. 14


Today is Tuesday, Oct. 7, the 280th day of 2003. There are 85 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Oct. 7, the 280th day of 2003. There are 85 days left in the year. On this date in


OHIO COURT Appeals judge to seek seat

Judge O'Neill will place limits on campaign contributions. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS


From a moral victory to a real one

The Browns' defense shut down the Steelers' running attack. By ROB TODOR VINDICATOR SPORTS


TRUMBULL COUNTY Commissioners plan hearing for Delmont

The predisciplinary hearing will take place within the next two weeks. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY


VIENNA Avalon Lakes to combine with Squaw Creek

Members will have their choice of two courses. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR


Forum Health Northside

Forum Health Northside Mark and Mandy Odom, 196 Shadyside Drive, Boardman, boy, Sept. 30. Brian


Today is Monday, Oct. 6, the 279th day of 2003. There are 86 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Monday, Oct. 6, the 279th day of 2003. There are 86 days left in the year. On this date in


NBA PRESEASON

NBA PRESEASON SUNDAY'S SUMMARY JAZZ 90, MAVERICKS 85 DALLAS (85) -- Jamison 8-13 0-6 16,


NATIONAL LEAGUE The wait is over -- Cubs top Braves

Chicago won its first playoff series since the 1908 World Series. ATLANTA (AP) -- The Chicago Cubs


YOUNGSTOWN Block watch can't meet in school until it gets insurance, board says

Last year, a man who fell off a chair at Chaney High filed a medical claim. By PATRICIA MEADE


YOUNGSTOWN Charter schools, open enrollment threaten funds

Ohio districts will lose a projected $250 million to charter schools this year. By JoANNE VIVIANO


YOUNGSTOWN Anonymous letter to Clarett includes threats, racial slurs

YOUNGSTOWN -- A threatening letter to Maurice Clarett, with a Youngstown postmark, was received at


WORLD CUP SOCCER U.S. bows out in semifinals, 3-0

Germany beat the Americans and will meet Sweden for the title. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- The stars


PREVIEW Tonight's game

INDIANAPOLIS (4-0) at TAMPA BAY (2-1) Time: 9. TV/radio: WYTV (33), WEWS (5), WTAE (4), WBBW-AM


MAHONING CO. Politicians consider going for Reese's job

The open seat may affect the other county commissioner's race. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


More heavenly visitors

Opinion: Chicago Tribune: Go to the backyard or another dark space some starlit night and stare skyward for a


Arabian captures women's division

The Rocky River resident's time was good enough to finish 13th overall. By BRIAN RICHESSON


Special prosecutor chosen

Special prosecutor chosen YOUNGSTOWN -- Atty. Steven Michiak has been appointed special prosecutor


SAMUEL YELLIN METALWORKERS Making art out of iron

A woman keeps her grandfather's legacy alive. WEST CHESTER, Pa. (AP) -- At a forge near West


49ERS Garcia, Owens mend differences to beat Mariucci and Lions, 24-17

Of Jeff Garcia's 15 completions, five went to Terrell Owens. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Steve Mariucci


WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS

WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS American Express Scores Sunday At Capital City Club, Crabapple Course


WAMPUM, PA. Robot family finds permanent home

By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU WAMPUM, Pa. -- DeVon Smith had an imagination


CAMPAIGNS High-tech begging pays off in big way for this big spender

New Yorker finds unique way to pay off debts. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Democratic presidential


BROWNS-STEELERS NOTEBOOK | From Heinz Field

Series: The Browns lead the all-time series, 55-48. Since 1970, the Steelers are 39-24, including


Boardman gets second chance, and Brittany Sirak delivers win

After her twin sister was denied on a penalty kick, Brittany Sirak made one. By BILL SULLIVAN


U.S. HOUSE English proposes a continuation of unemployment-pay program

By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU SHARON, Pa. -- U.S. Rep. Phil English of Erie, R-3rd,


Rash of mistakes foils Steelers

Coach Bill Cowher said he has to get his team better prepared. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS


INSIDE

Coming off a week in which he described the performance as embarrassing, Browns defensive


YOUNGSTOWN Neglect puts city cop off the job for 3 days

A department spokesman said the officer has no other record of discipline. By PATRICIA MEADE


Pitching, homers power Bosox

Boston also got a reversed call from an umpire that resulted in a homer to beat New York, 5-2. NEW


BOARDMAN Plant will close; 20 people to lose jobs

New owners are moving local operations to a plant near Chicago. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball

DIVISION SERIES (Best-of-5) American League New York vs. Minnesota Sept. 30: Minnesota 3,


SALEM Committee votes against plan for 911

A lawmaker wondered why dispatchers would demand more pay. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM


INFANT CEREBRAL PALSY Helping kids make strides

Conductive education builds on the strengths of disabled children. By MARY ELLEN PELLEGRINI


"It's hard to study whether gun control laws work in this country because we have so few of them.

Opinion: "It's hard to study whether gun control laws work in this country because we have so few of them.


LOTTERY RESULTS

LOTTERY RESULTS WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-6-7 Pick 4, 5-5-4-7


Federal help for abating lead indicates extent of problem

Opinion: In the past 10 years, 2,500 children in Youngstown have been diagnosed with lead poisoning. And yet


Couch (finally) shows his potential

PITTSBURGH -- Take away one ill-advised pass and Tim Couch had the kind of game Sunday night that


Governor says he'll help schools as budget dispute continues on

House leaders have been negotiating with Rendell to reach a compromise. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Gov. Ed


AL PLAYOFFS Yankees thinking big after trouncing Twins

New York capped the series victory with an 8-1 win. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The New York Yankees are


More surgery for Cavs' Dujuan Wagner

More surgery for Cavs' Dujuan Wagner Cavaliers second-year guard Dajuan Wagner will need another


Car bomb kills 10 in Baghdad

A high-ranking official in the former Republican Guard was captured. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A


Tech school owes $16M in excess state aid

An official said the education department is acting to avoid similar problems. HARRISBURG (AP) --


2003 RAIDER REGATTA Float or sink? Teamwork meets design

The goal was to create a boat using cardboard and duct tape. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM


Youngstown man hurt in theater fall

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 22-year-old city man was in critical condition today at St. Elizabeth Health Center


Hair-braiding license proposed

HARRISBURG (AP) -- Hair braiders would be required to get a license under a proposal being


HELOISE Old phones can be donated to campaign

Dear Readers: Do you have an old cell phone sitting in your closet or a drawer? Are you wondering


Mill Creek bridge work

Mill Creek bridge work YOUNGSTOWN -- East Cohasset Hike/Bike Trail in Mill Creek Park was to


AWARD WINNERS | Fabulous 20

The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber recognized these businesses today for growth at its annual


PREP FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

WEEKEND SCORES AREA Metro Athletic Conference Struthers 25, Canfield 14 Howland 29, Niles 0


AT A GLANCE How CE works

Originated in Budapest, Hungary, in the 1940s by Dr. Andras Peto, a neurologist who spent his life


AFC NORTH Browns help erase the bitter taste

Cleveland won its first game against Pittsburgh in the Butch Davis era, 33-13. By TOM WILLIAMS


Lisbon board fills administration vacancies

LISBON -- The board of education hired two key administrators Monday, including one person familiar


YOUNGSTOWN Pickets to call attention to firearms-training cut at prisons

The prison said the point is moot here. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN