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MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS

MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League ANAHEIM ANGELS--Released RHP Matt Wise.


City says, 'Submit plan or face fine'

City says, 'Submit plan or face fine' CORTLAND -- A developer was given a seven-day grace period


WORLD RANKING

WORLD RANKING Through Sunday 1. Tiger WoodsUSA17.07 2. Ernie ElsSAf9.89 3. Vijay


POLICE CALLS

Summary of recent police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN Sept. 29 Criminal damage:


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David L. Rodriguez, 25, of 51 Oxford St., Campbell, and Angela


Funeral for firefighter

Funeral for firefighter WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Services were today for volunteer firefighter Mark


Gift eases theater debt

Renovations should be complete by month's end, the board president noted. & lt;a


GAIL WHITE Football players deliver a forward pass of good fortune

When Columbiana football coach Bob Spaite invited the mentally and physically handicapped children


U.S. team must regroup

U.S. team must regroup The U.S. women's soccer team still has one game to play. It's just not the


HELOISE Recipe makes delicious Italian pasta soup

Dear Readers: Now that cooler weather is here, I want to share a delicious Italian pasta soup


HELOISE Solutions offer the recipe for clean windows

Dear Heloise: You printed a recipe for window cleaner last year. I clipped out the article and made


Tech company finds success is in the cards

Locally made equipment will check the identities of those entering the country. & lt;a


College-funding seminar

College-funding seminar LIBERTY -- A free "Nine Ways to Beat the High Cost of College" workshop


Quaker Steak opens franchise in Fla.

SHARON, Pa. -- Quaker Steak & amp; Lube is opening its first franchised location outside Ohio


WEIRTON STEEL ISG mulls buying troubled company

Weirton Steel is still pursuing a plan to remain an independent producer. WEIRTON, W.Va. (AP) --


Penguins need to maintain sharpness

Western Illinois will be YSU's most formidable opponent so far this season. & lt;a


Kellerman adds a little too much to latest novel in detective series

By ELIZABETH A. KENNEDY ASSOCIATED PRESS "Street Dreams," by Faye Kellerman (Warner Books,


LOTTERY RESULTS

THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 3-5-5 Pick 4, 8-7-3-9 Buckeye 5, 1-6-10-


VIENNA Trustees OK tax deal for 179 jobs

The company plans to be here for the long term, executive says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


AWARDS | Players of the week

MVR Offense: Will Sanders, 6-1, 280, senior guard from Weaver, Ala. MVR Defense: Mike Bracken, 6-0,


LOCAL

LOCAL Events are set at Barnes & amp; Noble BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Executive


LORDSTOWN Not all residents who tapped in to septic system will get refund

The village will not receive the settlement money in a lump sum. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR


YSU dance club entertains nursing home

YSU dance club entertains nursing home residents Kathy Worden and Andrew Baringer, above, both


INSIDE

INSIDE X The Columbus Blue Jackets set a team record with 29 victories a year ago. They are


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 5 to


YOUNGSTOWN Chamber relocating from Stambaugh to Met Towers' top floors

Officials considered renovating an old building, but the option was too costly. By CYNTHIA


Bob Evans revisits Square

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Bob Evans Farms Inc., which was denied a zoning variance in March to build a


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox 'Karl's' harmless crush turned into an obsession

Dear Annie: I have been married to "Karl" for 34 years, and we have two wonderful grown children.


YSU Recycling to receive national honors

Last year, 15 tons of items were donated to charities through re:CREATE. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two


Associated Press

Associated Press VET GETS HIS DUE: Carl McDonald of Bangs in Knox County displays the Purple Heart


HERMITAGE, PA. Wal-Mart and plaza proposal revised

Cedarwood Development Inc. wants to break ground in May. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU


NLCS McKeon forecast has Cubs inspired

The Florida manager predicted in July that Chicago would miss the postseason. CHICAGO (AP) --


PGA Tiger Woods responds well to fall challenge

He's going for an unprecedented fifth straight tour money title. WOODSTOCK, Ga. (AP) -- The last


Salem council actions

Salem council actions SALEM -- City council authorized city parks Director Steve Faber to


AMERICAN

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


"He was a movie star, for God's sake! The fact is, men are dogs. If we took all the dogs out of jobs

Opinion: "He was a movie star, for God's sake! The fact is, men are dogs. If we took all the dogs out of jobs


MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Colts rally for 38-35 overtime victory

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- One of the biggest comebacks in NFL history wiped the stoic look off Tony


Blue Jackets feeling urgency to start winning regularly

The four-year-old NHL team regressed last season. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The novelty of the Columbus


Renaming a street for King discussed

The consensus appears to favor renaming Broadway Avenue in King's honor. FARRELL, Pa. -- There


What's happened to athletics?

What's happened to athletics? Ed Muransky discussed the problems in sports with the Curbstone


'Horrific crimes' warrant penalty

That's the view of a prosecutor, who wants the accused to be tried as adults. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --


Ribbon-cutting ceremony planned to showcase updated middle school

Architects designed the space to suit various uses. & lt;a href=mailto:kubik@vindy.com &


AREA RESULTS

AREA RESULTS TENNIS Women Westminster 8, Penn State-Behrend 1 -- The Titans are 6-5.


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Striking Spock12.206.005.60 Mar Clif Mac(C Wyers)17.0012.20


NEW YORK Prosecutors say ex-Tyco executives spent stolen money on gifts, parties

NEW YORK (AP) -- The two Tyco International executives accused of looting the company of hundreds of


LAWRENCE COUNTY Judges choose New Castle man as administrator of county courts

An assistant court administrator was also hired. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU


KOBE BRYANT TRIAL Defense expected to waive hearing

If that happens the Lakers' player will go to trial sometime next year. DENVER (AP) -- Authorities


Janice Tobin, Anthony Felt are engaged

XAnnouncement is being made of the engagement of Janice Anne Tobin, daughter of Denise and John


Senate should reject flawed 'partial-birth' abortion bill

Opinion: San Jose Mercury News: The legislation being considered by the Senate on "partial-birth" abortion


Today is Wednesday, Oct. 8, the 281st day of 2003. There are 84 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Oct. 8, the 281st day of 2003. There are 84 days left in the year. On this date


Company and union remain divided over contract

The contract expires a minute before midnight Tuesday. & lt;a href=mailto:vinarsky@vindy.com


CENTER FOR WORKING-CLASS STUDIES Foundation awards grant to YSU program

The grant brings prestige to the university, officials said. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR


American players savor time spent together in competition

The team continues to hurt after losing in the semifinals to Germany. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- The


SERIES Interactive adventure books grow up with adult tales

These are not the 'Choose Your Own Adventure' books from the '80s. By SAMANTHA GROSS ASSOCIATED


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Julie Markovicz and Anthony Canacci, 3350 Flo Lor Drive, Youngstown, boy, Oct. 4.


STEELERS Ward calls out floundering team

The wide receiver challenged his teammates after suffering their third loss in four games.


YSU GRANT

YSU GRANT Working-Class Studies A $350,000 grant from the Ford Foundation will fund these


MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY

MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY COLTS 38, BUCCANEERS 35 OT Indianapolis007283--38 Tampa Bay147770--35


BROOKFIELD

BROOKFIELD Trustees meeting The Brookfield Township trustees handled these matters at their


Revitalization of the city is theme at dedication of art facility

& lt;a href=mailto:viviano@vindy.com & gt;By JoANNE VIVIANO & lt;/a & gt;


BROWNS' REBORN STARTER Couch expected to call shots again Sunday

Butch Davis says Tim Couch will start until Kelly Holcomb is 100 percent. BEREA (AP) -- On the


Consolidation added up to Div. I state crown

The merger of two Warren schools created a powerhouse. & lt;a href=mailto:mollica@vindy.com


REGION

REGION Contract awarded for reserve station work VIENNA -- LDV Inc. of Cleveland won a $1.27


Slots bill faces its first test in Senate

Gov. Bob Taft has said he remains opposed to video slot machines. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


NFL

NFL Favorite Points Underdog Sunday NEW ENGLAND 3 Ny Giants Tampa Bay 3 WASHINGTON


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)


Lack of fiscal discipline triggers Trumbull crisis

Opinion: Trumbull County department heads caught in a budgetary vise bear sole responsibility for the layoffs


NHL Death shrouds Heatley future

The Thrashers All-Star faces a vehicular homicide charge. DULUTH, Ga. (AP) -- Atlanta Thrashers


Quaker Steak opens franchise in Florida

SHARON, Pa. -- Quaker Steak & amp; Lube is opening its first franchised location outside Ohio


Parents announce Davis-Williamson engagement

XPATASKALA -- Scott and Keena Davis of Pataskala are announcing the engagement of their daughter,


Struthers edges stubborn Niles

The Wildcats continued their roller-coaster season. & lt;a href=mailto:scalzo@vindy.com &


MORE NFL INSIDE

MORE NFL INSIDE X Bill Cowher didn't get a chance to chew out the Pittsburgh Steelers following


FARRELL, PA. Tax increase hinges on outcome of negotiations

Contract negotiations now under way could change the budget figures. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Pitt, Notre Dame both needing win in Saturday's test

The (1-3) Irish had a week off to prepare for the (3-1) Panthers. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pitt has


SPENDING PLAN

SPENDING PLAN At a glance Spending will go up only about 5 percent in theFarrell's 2004 general


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


Toss this stinker in the sea

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Ted Stevens thinks the Alaskan fishermen and processors he represents shouldn't


WARREN Local unions vie for Sam's Club job

The new store is expected to replace the one in Niles. WARREN -- Local building and construction


Miss Schoenfeld, Thomas Smith set wedding date

XREYNOLDSBURG -- Melissa A. Schoenfeld and Thomas Richard Smith, both of 2400 Prendergast Place, are


HOW THEY FARED YSU opponents

Edinboro (3-2) lost to Shippensburg 40-34; next, at Indiana, Pa. Saturday. Slippery Rock (1-4)


Local author plans creative writing workshop

Local author plans creative writing workshop HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Local author Susan Dexter will hold


YSU 30 schools to compete in Bands of America

YOUNGSTOWN -- Thirty marching bands from seven states will perform at the Bands of America Regional


NBA PRESEASON SCORES & amp; SCHEDULE

NBA PRESEASON SCORES & amp; SCHEDULE Sunday's Game Utah 90, Dallas 85 Monday's Game


WISCONSIN Alvarez downplays Buckeyes showdown

The No. 23 Badgers welcome No. 3 Ohio State for a Saturday night matchup. MADISON, Wis. (AP) --


YOUNGSTOWN Union rep says two men attacked him

Dozens of union workers showed up today to protest. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two Pennsylvania men -- both


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Shelter, pound work on dog plan

The higher cost might deter dog adoptions at first. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


STEEL COIL FALLS OFF TRUCK: Youngstown police wait on Interstate 680 for removal of a steel coil

STEEL COIL FALLS OFF TRUCK: Youngstown police wait on Interstate 680 for removal of a steel coil


OHIO SUPREME COURT Man's death sentence for '94 slayings upheld

Defense objections centered on the way the trial court handled jury issues. By MICHELE C. HLADIK


A summary of results from a contractor's August walk-through of buildings owned by the Youngstown

A summary of results from a contractor's August walk-through of buildings owned by the Youngstown


Suspected counterfeit CDs

Suspected counterfeit CDs YOUNGSTOWN -- Police confiscated 86 suspected counterfeit CDs at 3:15


DELPHI PACKARD 400 accept retirement incentive

Talks on a new labor contract are under way. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR WARREN


YSU

YSU Women's golf ROCHESTER, Mich. -- Youngstown State placed fourth at the eight-team OU Golden


WARREN City officials postpone chief's hearing

The mayor wants the predisciplinary hearing to be held in the next 10 days. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


HUBBARD Residents speak out on utility payments

Lawmakers said they might consider increasing fire department funding. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


AGENDA

AGENDA THURSDAY Canfield Township trustees, 1 p.m., Township Hall. Special meeting to consider


ATP MONEY LEADERS

ATP MONEY LEADERS Through Sunday 1. Andy Roddick$2,705,662 2. Juan Carlos Ferrero$2,458,330


Seattle's Terry returns to team

KIRKLAND, Wash. (AP) -- Seattle Seahawks tackle Chris Terry returned to practice Monday after


VIENNA Trustees grant 10-year tax deal to car seat plant

The company plans to be in the Mahoning Valley for the long term, an executive says. By PETER H.


Jack Roush's recovery recreated

COMBINED DISPATCHES Jack Roush's brush with death in a light-plane crash last year will be the


POSTSEASON SCHEDULE | Baseball playoffs

DIVISION SERIES American League New York vs. Minnesota Minnesota 3, New York 1 New York 4,


NEW WILMINGTON Police crack down after complaints stemming from college parties

Criminal complaints and arrests have increased since classes resumed. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball

LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-7) American League Wednesday: Boston 5, New York 2


YOUNGSTOWN Injury revives building issue

The State Theater is among seven buildings deemed in 2000 in danger of collapse. By ROGER G. SMITH


Why the double standard in developing arena site? Equal treatment required

Opinion: Something stinks in the land deal for the proposed convocation/community center -- commonly referred


NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes

Cardinals: Emmitt Smith has a broken left shoulder blade and will be sidelined indefinitely. The


MAHONING COUNTY Ex-prosecutor says clerical error adds 2 years to his prison term

YOUNGSTOWN -- Former Mahoning County Prosecutor James A. Philomena says a clerical error has him


PITTSBURGH Calif. man admits drug law violations

Trooper Richard Houk has won statewide recognition for his drug arrests. PITTSBURGH -- A


Best Bets/Hot Tickets

Best Bets/Hot Tickets FRIDAY * Building a musical festival around a single genre is futile to


McKelvey should ask president to help

Opinion: It was a public admission that put the so-called arena project in perspective as no other statement


TRUMBULL COUNTY Avalon Lakes, Squaw Creek combine, plan for expansion

VIENNA -- Avalon Lakes Golf Course and Squaw Creek Country Club are combining into one club under a


NHL STANDINGS

NHL STANDINGS EASTERN Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA New Jersey0000000 N.Y.


YOUNGSTOWN Chamber relocating to top of Met Towers

Officials considered renovating an old building, but the option was too costly. By CYNTHIA


Team Northeast Ohio appoints Texas chamber exec president

A regional economic development group has appointed a Texas chamber of commerce executive as its


Big Lots set to change Austintown locations

Both of the chain's new area stores are opening in former Ames locations. AUSTINTOWN -- Big Lots


YSU FOOTBALL AWARDS Bracken earns honor after defensive effort

Will Sanders and Sherod Holmes also earned honors in the win over SMS. By PETE MOLLICA


Man to stand trial in castration case

McKEESPORT, Pa. (AP) -- A man who police said posed as a doctor and performed a castration on a


OSLO, NORWAY Iranian human-rights activist wins Nobel Peace Prize

The judge said she was completely surprised when she got the call. OSLO, Norway (AP) -- Human


NBA Cavs' Wagner to miss exhibition opener tonight against Pistons

Last year's first round pick is still bothered by a knee injury. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Guard Dajuan


NBA Ming reports for Rockets' final practice before exhibiton opener

The 7-foot-6 center was leading China in the Asian Games. GALVESTON, Texas (AP) -- Yao Ming made


AMERICAN LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Next up is Pedro vs. the Rocket

Andy Pettitte pitched the Yankees past Boston 6-2 in Game 2 Thursday. NEW YORK (AP) -- Giddy after