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ON TOUR This week's pro golf events

PGA TOUR Las Vegas Invitational Schedule: Today-Sunday. Courses: TPC at Summerlin (7,243


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Daniel P. Schiavone Jr., 23, of 2907 Olde Winter Trail,


STRUTHERS Bridge construction set to begin

The bridge would help spur industrial redevelopment, officials said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


FridayNight Football | Week 8 scores

Metro Athletic Conference Howland 42, Alliance 14 Canfield 43, Salem 42 (OT) Inter-County


AREA COLLEGE RESULTS

AREA COLLEGE RESULTS VOLLEYBALL Waynesburg 28-22-30-30-30, Thiel 30-30-17-15-10 -- Thiel is 6-9,


TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS

TUESDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS--Offered hitting


Today is Thursday, Oct. 9, the 282nd day of 2003. There are 83 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Oct. 9, the 282nd day of 2003. There are 83 days left in the year. On this date


VIENNA Avalon Lakes to combine with Squaw Creek

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


Yankees' Rivera solidifies otherwise shaky bullpen

The New York closer has a record 27 postseason saves. NEW YORK (AP) -- The bullpen door swings


MAHONING COUNTY Officials' decision to reallocate bed-tax funding sinks bureau

Commissioners will use 2 percent of the bed tax for funding a local airport. By BOB JACKSON


NAACP leaders address challenges of freedom

Ageism, racism, terrorism and sexism are the enemies of freedom, the speaker said. & lt;a


SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY Lunch added to 'Empty Bowls' charity fund-raiser

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Organizers of the "Empty Bowls" project at Slippery Rock University have


BIG EAST Pitt's defense undergoes scrutiny

The defense has given up 1,095 yards and 62 points in the last two games. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


National union rejects local pact

Top union officials won't accept proposed changes in seniority and job duties. & lt;a


NEW CASTLE Monument for veterans to be repaired

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A monument dedicated to fallen soldiers from Lawrence County will be repaired.


Sharon to delay vacating alley for Walgreens store

SHARON, Pa. -- The city planning commission has recommended that the city vacate an alley off


SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAS Get in tune with season highlights

By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT It must be the times. As the area's symphony


Division III's top team whips Mooney

Bengals running back Raymond Williams is the school's all-time leading scorer. & lt;a


Chicago pulls out thriller in 11th

The Cubs took a 2-1 lead over Florida after the 5-4 victory. MIAMI (AP) -- Add Doug Glanville to


Golf courses to combine

Golf courses to combine Avalon Lakes Golf Course in Howland is combining with Squaw Creek Country


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv Miami310.75081481-1-02-0-02-1-01-0-02-0-0


REGION

REGION B & amp;B's Unique Boutique to open downtown YOUNGSTOWN -- B & amp;B's Unique


INSIDE

INSIDE X The American League pennant will be on the line starting tonight. And if you listen to


SURPLUS FOOD

SURPLUS FOOD Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, various


GREENVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

GREENVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Nov. 8: Let The Celebration Begin. Feb. 21: All American! April


WARREN Opponents of execution speak at JFK

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Rather than advocating the death of the


LOTTERY RESULTS

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


HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Columbus Day State, county and federal offices and other businesses that will


By REBECCA SLOAN

By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CTOBER MEANS FROSTY MORN- ings, fiery foliage and best


Urge Congress to remove cap on Medicare therapy benefits

Opinion: Urge Congress to remove cap on Medicare therapy benefits EDITOR: On Sept. 1, Medicare imposed a


STEELERS Manning's comeback inspiration to Cowher

The Colts quarterback overcame a returned interception to spark a big win. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


TRUMBULL CO. Officials warn of potential layoffs

The planning commission will decide on layoffs within a few weeks. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


Have you heard? There's a chorus that's a voice for the community

By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT The Youngstown Symphony Chorus wants to make its


GIRLS TENNIS District tournaments

DIVISION I Rocky River district Where: Tri-City Park, Rocky River When: Thursday and Saturday


CAVALIERS LeBron James dazzles in victory over Detroit

The much-hyped rookie led Cleveland to a 100-96 win in its exhibition opener. AUBURN HILLS, Mich.


LISBON Commissioners seek bids to run county jail

One commissioner objected to the bid specifications. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


Donovan captures Honda Award for record second straight season

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) -- Landon Donovan won the Honda Award as the men's national soccer player


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.262.38 Bank One, .84,40.9040.94 Clear Channel, 41.01


JFK's Clemente goes solo for the first time at state tournament

Brookfield senior Colby DeCapua also has qualified for the Ohio tournament. VINDICATOR STAFF


YOUNGSTOWN Lawyer: Porn evidence was illegally seized

The Lowellville man will be sentenced next week on other sex-related charges. By BOB JACKSON


TUESDAY'S RESULTS

TUESDAY'S RESULTS SOCCER, BOYS Austintown Fitch 2, Boardman 0 Alliance 2, New Philadelphia 2


Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted; majors are listed if provided.

Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted; majors are listed if provided. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY,


Associated Press

Associated Press CAREER BOUND: Dora Castaneda examines blood cells in a laboratory at Stanford


SERB stands by ruling on Springfield Twp.

NEW SPRINGFIELD -- The State Employment Relations Board has refused to reconsider its dismissal of


"Everything I have is because of California ... I came here with absolutely nothing, and California

Opinion: "Everything I have is because of California ... I came here with absolutely nothing, and California


AGENDA

AGENDA FRIDAY Boardman Township trustees special meeting/workshop, 12:30 p.m., Government


EAGLE, COLO. Bryant is expected to waive hearing

Kobe Bryant's lawyers want to suppress potentially damaging evidence. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) -- Kobe


VIENNA Prosecutors investigate public employee, agency

Money to hire the worker is to come from a $45,000 grant. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


PREP FOOTBALL POLL AND OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS

ASSOCIATED PRESS POLL COLUMBUS -- How a state panel of sports writers and broadcasters rates Ohio


Marlins' Lowell delivers knockout

Pinch-hitter Mike Lowell's homer leading off the 11th lifted Florida past Cubs. CHICAGO (AP) --


BOARDMAN Wage law increases student crew's pay

A township official says any problems have been corrected. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR


The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and


SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP Trustees want townships to pay for their protection

By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Springfield Township wants the


0PEN STATE Kranchick emerges as a key receiver

The 6-foot-8 tight end has become Penn State's newest offensive weapon. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --


WHEN LIFE GOES WRONG Hollywood gives us losers as heroes

Why does everybody like to identify with losers? By JAY BOYAR KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Dewey


Man pleads guilty in theft from fair

Man pleads guilty in theft from fair GIRARD -- One of two men charged with stealing big-ticket


Powell: U.S. plan making progress

The effect of Saddam's loyalists is surprising, the U.S. secretary of defense said. WASHINGTON


MIAMI Struggling 'Canes now turn to Winslow

With an anemic running game, the standout tight end will need to do more. CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP)


7th Ward

7th Ward These are the 7th Ward properties on the city's demolition list and their projected


NEW YORK NBC and Universal seal deal to merge

NEW YORK (AP) -- After months of negotiations, NBC is getting its prize: Membership in the Big Media


Commissioners plan to provide more funding for probate court

The juvenile court will still be waiting for its additional funding. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


UPumpkins contain Vitamin A and potassium.

UPumpkins contain Vitamin A and potassium. UPumpkin blossoms are edible. UPumpkins are 90


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Krystal Schmidt and Michael Miller 4115 Signal Road, Columbiana, boy, Oct.


TRUMBULL COUNTY 2 officials get time to give list

Commissioner Angelo said he would continue looking for the list of small donors. By STEPHEN SIFF


Classes start the day with calisthenics, martial arts or the chicken fat dance.

Classes start the day with calisthenics, martial arts or the chicken fat dance. By MARALINE KUBIK


CLARETT Ex-teaching assistant arrested in Ky.

Norma McGill faces a charge of assaulting a police officer. LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- A former Ohio


Furniture arranging has become a moving experience for many

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS So do you want the sofa there by the window or near the fireplace? Do you


YSU

YSU Sanders named by Gateway YOUNGSTOWN -- Senior offensive guard Will Sanders of Weaver, Ala.,


BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES TODAY St. Christine's School, 3125 Schenley Ave., Youngstown, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.


Judge: GOP council candidate will stay on ballot

Clarence Boles said he's still hoping for a state investigation into the matter. & lt;a


Letting the sun shine on government is good for the people's health

Opinion: Few people would object to a law that would give the Ohio Health Department the power to shield a


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Many offer answers to 'Prescott's' realistic dreams

Dear Annie: I'd like to respond to the letter from "Prescott, Ontario," who was having vivid dreams


Judges won't give up power to determine funding levels

Opinion: Mahoning County commissioners can huff and puff all they want about the unfairness of a system that


AL SERIES Yanks, Bosox debut tonight

The two rivals will open their American League pennant drive in New York. NEW YORK (AP) -- Ted


POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY Oct. 1


POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball

LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-7) American League Today: Boston (Wakefield 11-7) at New


LAWRENCE COUNTY Superior Court candidate will campaign in New Castle

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Susan Gantman, a candidate for the Pennsylvania Superior Court, is making a


Walgreens admits pharmacy's mistake, cover-up

CHICAGO TRIBUNE After two years of steadfast denial, Walgreen Co. acknowledged this week that one


MAHONING COUNTY Ex-deputy loses suit to get job back

The woman's lawyer said he will appeal the ruling. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER


PREP VOLLEYBALL Lakeview clinches TAC outright

Poland inched closer to a share of the MAC title with a win over rival Canfield. CORTLAND --


Students are required to choose concentration at end of 1st year

Critics wonder if the new plan puts too much pressure on medical students. STANFORD, Calif. (AP)


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Former columnist found herself in hurricane's path

Jane Tims retired from writing this column three years ago, but she has not retired from readers'


PREP FOOTBALL Mooney prepares for test from Benedictine runner

Senior Raymond Williams has rushed for 1,358 yards and 19 TDs. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


CORTLAND 2 men hospitalized after falling off roof

CORTLAND -- Two men were hospitalized after falling from a house roof they were repairing at 126


NCAA ponders academic plan

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The NCAA wants to improve graduation rates and is considering penalties for


WARREN Family to fight Swiger's release

The murder victim's brother plans to petition the parole board for a full hearing. By HAROLD GWIN


STRETCH TIME: Aurora Schaefer and David Wright, both 7, stretch to a Beach Boys song in Joe Damore's

STRETCH TIME: Aurora Schaefer and David Wright, both 7, stretch to a Beach Boys song in Joe Damore's


VOLLEYBALL Springfield rallies against rival, clinching another ICL title

South Range put up a strong fight against the Tigers. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


YOUNGSTOWN You can park, but you cannot hide

In the first month, the collection service paid for itself, the clerk says. By PATRICIA MEADE


Pa. Game Commission drops two controversial amendments

HARRISBURG (AP) -- The Pennsylvania Game Commission backed off from two controversial amendments to


Two powerful forces

Two powerful forces The match-up between Benedictine running back Raymond Williams and Cardinal


JACKSON CENTER, PA. Farmers, merchants open co-op market

The state secretary of agriculture will preside over a ribbon-cutting Saturday. JACKSON CENTER,


RARE PROGRAM: Warren Harding High School teacher Lauren Mangino has visited China five times. The

RARE PROGRAM: Warren Harding High School teacher Lauren Mangino has visited China five times. The


PGA Las Vegas tournament in danger of flopping

This week's event could be the last one in the Nevada desert. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The Las Vegas


SHARON City will raze buildings for new parking lot

Replacement of a parking deck at the library will create a parking shortage. SHARON, Pa. -- The


PREP GOLF State tournament

BOYS DIVISION II-III Where: Ohio State University golf courses. Division II on Gray Course;


HARRISBURG Santorum gets busy for Bush re-election

The president tapped the senator as his Pennsylvania campaign chairman. HARRISBURG (AP) -- U.S.


BIG TEN FOOTBALL Buckeyes prepare to take high-wire act on the road

OSU rallied late to beat Wisconsin at Camp Randall last season. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State is


TENNIS Top seed Ezzo has district mission

The four Division II singles sectional seeds have advanced. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT YOUNGSTOWN


Summary of recent police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:

Summary of recent police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Sunday Possible


HELOISE Handy item provides a honey of a facial

Dear Readers: Honey is wonderful in tea, but have you ever tried it on your face? It feels great!


JACKSON CENTER, PA. Co-op market launched by farmers, others

JACKSON CENTER, Pa. -- Farms and small businesses in and around this Mercer County borough have


MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Relay Runner7.803.803.60 In Front (A.Ramgeet)10.207.80


YOUNGSTOWN Stolen car found in chop shop

Police found no doorknob on the front door and a shotgun next to the door. By PATRICIA MEADE


The wisdom of Mr. Rogers

By JUDY LIN ASSOCIATED PRESS PITTSBURGH -- Mister Rogers may have left a void in millions of


ROOM DESIGN

ROOM DESIGN Plan for best use Is your recreation room not exactly for recreation? Your spare


A vote for Warren issue means everything to schools

Opinion: A vote for Warren issue means everything to schools EDITOR: The Warren City School District has


BOLTON IS BACK: Pop singer Michael Bolton returns Tuesday night to Edward W. Powers Auditorium in

BOLTON IS BACK: Pop singer Michael Bolton returns Tuesday night to Edward W. Powers Auditorium in


HE'S SO 'SEXIE': Cross-dressing comedian Eddie Izzard is also a star of stage and screen, but he's

HE'S SO 'SEXIE': Cross-dressing comedian Eddie Izzard is also a star of stage and screen, but he's


PHILADELPHIA Listening device found in mayor's office

Mayor Street said the device had not been placed in the office by law officials. PHILADELPHIA


Company ends mall takeover bid after change to law in Michigan

DETROIT (AP) -- A day after Gov. Jennifer Granholm signed a bill designed to help a Michigan-based


TRUMBULL ELECTIONS BOARD 2 commissioners have 2 weeks to submit list of small donations

Commissioner Angelo said he would continue looking for the list of small donors. By STEPHEN SIFF


TRUMBULL CO. 2 officials get time to give list

Commissioner Angelo said he would continue looking for the list of small donors. By STEPHEN SIFF


NEW CASTLE Elections board holds ballots for possible appeal

The spring ballots will be kept in bags until the matter is resolved. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


Penguins host top Gateway contest today at Stambaugh

No. 2 ranked Western Illinois will battle YSU in a 4 p.m. kickoff. & lt;a


NBA PRESEASON

NBA PRESEASON EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic DivisionWLPctGB Miami101.000-- New Jersey101.000--


Limbaugh announces addiction

The commentator said he became addicted to painkillers after spinal surgery. WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.


OSU Homecoming Court

OSU Homecoming Court Joshua Harraman, a junior from Warren, and Ashley Allison, a junior from


Syria gets what it deserves

Opinion: New York Daily News: Thirty years ago, Yom Kippur 1973, Syria was part of a dastardly sneak attack


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Bishop having good first year as YSU's punter

The freshman is averaging 39.4 yards on 29 punts -- eight of them inside the 20-yard line. By PETE


Lowell's homer puts Cubs in hole

Sammy Sosa sent the game to extra innings with a two-run homer. CHICAGO (AP) -- Sammy Sosa swung