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DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Plaza business owners want city to take action
Some are concerned with the Federal Plaza's condition until the project begins. By MATT BIXENSTINE
POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball
Championship Series American League Oct. 8: Boston 5, New York 2 Oct. 9: New York 6, Boston 2
Firefighter training set
EAST PALESTINE -- Columbiana County firefighters will receive training Sunday and Oct. 26 paid for
MOTORSPORTS Brack hospitalized with severe injuries
The IRL driver was listed in serious but stable condition Sunday night after crashing. ASSOCIATED
Woman injured by car
Woman injured by car GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police said an Ohio woman was injured
YOUNGSTOWN Nonunion workers will help foot insurance costs
Criticism of the city for not making the change sooner is justified, the mayor said. By ROGER G.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
SATURDAY'S SCORES GATEWAY W. Illinois 54, Youngstown St. 20 S. Illinois 45, Illinois St. 17 N.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Warren Harding, Massillon renew rivalry
The Week 9 schedule includes several important matchups. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT Throw on your
AGENDA
AGENDA WEDNESDAY Struthers Finance and Legislation Committee meeting, 6:30 p.m., Room 11, City
Summary of police activity
Summary of police activity CANFIELD Oct. 6 Overdose: A 16-year-old Campbell boy was taken to
Author to speak about terrorism to YSU audience
YOUNGSTOWN -- Benjamin Barber, who wrote "Jihad vs. McWorld," a piece in the anthology,
AUSTINTOWN Trustees discuss finances, services
Trustees say a number of services will depend upon the levy's passing. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
SHARPSVILLE, PA. School district faces choices for fire-damaged building
The board is looking at as many as five possibilities for the structure. By HAROLD GWIN
Shelter offers deal to stem cat population explosion
Spaying and neutering are the only way to kill the crisis. By JOHN SKENDALL VINDICATOR STAFF
SHARON Residents to be honored for driving out drug house
Patrolman Mark A. Johnson will receive the Officer of the Year award. SHARON, Pa. -- The Sharon
This one has drama written all over it
Boston is within one game of its first World Series in 17 years. NEW YORK (AP) -- Twenty-five
BILL SHOEMAKER, 72 Hall of Fame jockey conquers the odds
In 1986 he became the oldest jockey to win the Kentucky Derby at 54. SAN MARINO, Calif. (AP) --
No families to receive fair honor
Outstanding Fair Families might be recognized again at the 2004 fair. By MATT BIXENSTINE
CORTLAND Asian ladybugs start annual fall swarming in Ohio
The species was recognized in Ohio 10 years ago. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Johnson happy to be back in NFL
The former YSU All-American was re-signed on Oct. 1 by the Raiders. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Building future
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Penguins faced with winning them all
The season didn't end for the Youngstown State football team Saturday, although many fans feel it
NOTEBOOK | From Cleveland Browns Stadium
Fan-frenzy: The fans played a major role in helping the Browns win their first home game of the
GETTING IN RIGHT
GETTING IN RIGHT Ohio State Highway Patrol reports say Jeremy Wolmer, 16, of West Middlesex, Pa.,
Proposal seeks athletes' rights
Bob Timmons, a retired track coach, has proposed an NCAA Student-Athletes' Bill of Rights. By
RMI Titanium negotiations resume
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO WEATHERSFIELD -- RMI Titanium managers and the union representing
Broncos beat Steelers 17-14
Jason Elam kicked a 47-yard field goal as time expired. DENVER (AP) -- Steve Beuerlein threw two
OHIO STATE NOTEBOOK From Madison, Wis.
Streaks snapped: In addition to having their 19-game winning streak snapped, the Buckeyes saw
Water, water everywhere
The valleys have been pounded by rain, but damage varies widely. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT The
NFL SUMMARIES
BROWNS 13, RAIDERS 7 Oakland7000--7 Cleveland0373--13 First Quarter Oak--Teyo 10 pass from
h'Trading Spaces' titles offer tips from show
h'Trading Spaces' titles offer tips from show You can re-create the looks you see on "Trading
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She wants to be more than friends with 'Jason'
Dear Annie: I'm a teen in need of advice. I've been friends with "Jason" for a little over two
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-1-5 Pick 4, 0-5-5-1 Buckeye 5, 5-9-12-
NBA PRESEASON STANDINGS
NBA PRESEASON STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic DivisionWLPctGB Miami301.000-- New
Cleveland 13, Oakland 7
Cleveland 13, Oakland 7 Denver 17, Pittsburgh 14 Seattle 20, San Francisco 19 Tennessee 38,
Leannah Willman to be bride of Joshua Hostetler
XAnnouncement is being made of the forthcoming marriage of Leannah Renee Willman, 3918 Dover Road,
Uninsured problem grows
Opinion: Washington Post: Much to nobody's surprise, this year's census shows that the number of Americans
New life for empty East Side prison?
The daily rate paid to local jails to house a federal detainee is roughly $70. & lt;a
CANFIELD No families to receive fair honor
Outstanding Fair Families might be recognized again at the 2004 fair. By MATT BIXENSTINE
Insurance snafu delays replacement of 911 gear
FEMA might pay for the equipment if the county's insurance policy won't. & lt;a
LIFE & amp;WORK
LIFE & amp;WORK Portable breakfast kDO YOU know what's in that breakfast you bought and
Growers dream of a green Christmas
Lusher, greener trees should make tree farmers' days merry and bright. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
GOLF ROUNDUP Appleby wins Las Vegas Invitational in playoff with McCarron
Sophie Gustafson overcame a rules dispute to win the LPGA event. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAS VEGAS --
PHILADELPHIA Mayor rallies support from House leader
An FBI probe surrounding the mayor hasn't affected some voters' support. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
BEAVER TOWNSHIP Shelter offers deal to stem cat population explosion
Spaying and neutering are the only way to kill the crisis. By JOHN SKENDALL VINDICATOR STAFF
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Tony Stewart put a winning stamp on what's been a disappointing reign as
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Tony Stewart put a winning stamp on what's been a disappointing reign as
Talking about money
Talking about money Austintown Township trustees talked Monday about finances, an upcoming levy
OSU only lost a game, not its resolve
The running game has suffered since Maurice Clarett's suspension. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The offense was
Worker hurt in Columbiana dies of injuries
COLUMBIANA -- A worker injured while digging a trench on Railroad Street has died. The man, whose
Cancer educator to speak at MetroPlex
YOUNGSTOWN -- Humility of Mary Health Partners Oncology Services will celebrate 25 years of cancer
Parents announce Reid and Falgiani engagement
XCUSHING, Okla. -- Brent and Veronica Reid, 1514 Lakeview Drive, are announcing the engagement of
AL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Steady rain cancels Game 3, could cool hostile feelings
The participants in Saturday's conflicts were rewarded with fines by Major League Baseball. BOSTON
SALEM Union reports Eljer will close its plant
The VINDICATOR By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- The Eljer Plumbingware Co.
CANFIELD Cross-country bicyclists make stop to raise awareness of poverty in U.S.
Every 53 minutes, a child dies in the United States of causes related to poverty. By MATT
Free lung function tests part of awareness event
Free lung function tests part of awareness event YOUNGSTOWN -- Free lung function tests are being
Trips, Fla. condo use, cash listed as bribes
A vendor said Delmont wouldn't let him give money directly to officials. & lt;a
PINE TREES Beautiful boughs
Evergreens really spruce up a landscape, and October is the best time to plant them. By REBECCA
Close to clinching, Cubs pummeled
The Marlins' rally forced tonight's deciding Game 7 at Wrigley Field. CHICAGO (AP) -- Moises Alou,
Twin towers attack shuts down Wall Street
Business and trading around the country were affected. NEW YORK (AP) -- Wall Street shut down
A breath of life
ART AVAILABLE By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN -- Ramona Vines remembers her
Living spaces workshop
Living spaces workshop WARREN -- A free "Universal Design: Housing Solutions for all Ages and
Foes of war will back resolution
Germany's chancellor said the draft is a step in the right direction. BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) --
tSTOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
tSTOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.322.40 Bank One,.84,40.8440.85 Clear Channel, 41.76
Hot rod event cruises away
The Supernationals promoter simply made a business decision, an official said. CANFIELD -- The Hot
Man sought in death
Man sought in death VERNON -- A 46-year-old Vernon man is being sought for questions in the death
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14, the 287th day of 2003. There are 78 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14, the 287th day of 2003. There are 78 days left in the year. On this date
AK Steel Corp. asks its unions for help
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) -- AK Steel Corp. says it needs help from its unions to stay competitive
NHL ROUNDUP Sunday's games
Coyotes 2, Mighty Ducks 0 ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Ladislav Nagy scored in the first period, and
Go pigeons .... go!
A Vienna resident is helping the sport of pigeon racing endure. By MATT BIXENSTINE
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 7-4-4 Pick 4, 6-4-9-1 Buckeye 5, 5-10-14-17-
NLCS Marlins force a return to Wrigley
Josh Beckett threw the first postseason shutout against the Cubs since Babe Ruth in 1918. MIAMI
Wisconsin ends OSU's winning streak
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF MADISON, Wis. -- Snap! Despite losing starting
PREP FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
AREA Metro Athletic Conference Howland 42, Alliance 14 Canfield 43, Salem 42 (OT) Inter-
Bank robberies rose in Pa., statistics show
ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Despite high-tech security measures and the threat of a lengthy jail term if
Browns win ugly against Raiders
William Green had his second straight 100-yard rushing game. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
Dog days just got cooler
The dog show takes place three times every day at the fair. By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF
DINING ROOM Designer raises art of table decor
A side business has become her main occupation. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CARMEL VALLEY, Calif.
WORLD CUP SOCCER Germans bring home first women's crown
Nia Kuenzer scored the winning goal against Sweden in overtime. CARSON, Calif. (AP) -- Now the
CITY WORKERS Insurance costs
Monthly premiums that Youngstown pays for medical coverage for its employees: Source: City
BROOKFIELD West Hill area to get sewer service
Construction is expected to begin in the spring. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Theft suspect arrested
Theft suspect arrested YOUNGSTOWN -- Danny R. Toy of Hubbard, riding a 10-speed bike and balancing
Report: 3 arrests in convoy attack
No Palestinian groups have stepped forward to claim responsibility. JEBALIYA REFUGEE CAMP, Gaza
Winterizing
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT H, THE BEAUTY AND tranquillity of the backyard water
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Enjoy the day-to-day moments while they're here
I pushed the mower around the lawn and rounded the corner. I recalled, about 10 years ago when we
For one, tragedy is reminder of miracle
The rabbi said real faith will fight terrorism. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR
Replacement coach guides Ridge to playoff contention
Shawn Brown took charge of the Rams in July and has them in first place. & lt;a
HOW TO HELP
HOW TO HELP Donations A fund for Ramona Vines has been set up with the National Transplant
Cynthia Totten, Mr. Davenport to be married
XCynthia Jean Totten, Drake State Line Road, Burghill, and Michael Thomas Davenport, South Oakdale
CONFERENCE REALIGNMENT Boston College joins ACC after all
The Big East school waited only four hours to accept an invitation. GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) -- It
The Marlins are in the World Series for the second time in seven seasons.
The Marlins are in the World Series for the second time in seven seasons. CHICAGO (AP) -- The
NEW MIDDLETOWN Officials ask for work on Route 170
Vandalism at Welker Park is being investigated. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
PENNSYLVANIA Deer cause 3 crashes, 1 fatality
The victim was thrown from the vehicle even though she wore a seat belt. STONEBORO, Pa. -- State
WTA TOUR PORSCHE GRAND PRIX RESULTS
WTA TOUR PORSCHE GRAND PRIX RESULTS Sunday At Tennissporthalle Filderstadt Filderstadt,
Associated Press
Associated Press A ROSE BY THIS NAME: Fashion designer Stella McCartney ventures into a new realm
ALL-CITY SYMBOL
Plans include a Walk of Fame with 1,000 engraved brick pavers. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
JAMES AND MORRIS CAREY \ On the House Best windows improve looks, save on energy
Some home-improvement projects pay bigger dividends than others. For example, a new vinyl floor in
Indiana State's top rusher may not play
Jake Shields, who is questionable, is the Gateway's leading ground gainer. & lt;a
Botanical name: Chrysopsis spp. (there are many similar species)
Botanical name: Chrysopsis spp. (there are many similar species) Attributes: A long-blooming,
Changing the culture
Opinion: Washington Post: Just like corporations or neighborhoods, branches of science have their own
Pennsylvania seeks more federal disaster aid
SHARON, Pa. -- The state is seeking additional federal disaster aid for residents and businesses in
Shoemaker dies
Shoemaker dies Hall of Fame jockey Bill Shoemaker died in his sleep Sunday. He rode four Kentucky
Video slot proposals keep going around and around
Opinion: If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. And so it is with the owners of horse racing tracks
HARRISBURG Pennsylvania debates reform in seating judges
Pennsylvania is one of six states that elect all judges in partisan elections. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lions, tigers, bears and more: Facility rescues exotic animals
The exotic animal sanctuary houses more big cats than the Akron Zoo. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR
HELOISE Binder organizes your important information
Dear Heloise: I work for a financial planner, and our new clients always receive a fancy financial
"Make no mistake: we will hunt them, we will find them and we will bring them to justice. These
Opinion: "Make no mistake: we will hunt them, we will find them and we will bring them to justice. These
Cubs' offense goes cold in Miami; Prior, Wood scheduled for starts
As quickly as it appeared, Chicago's offense disappeared. MIAMI (AP) -- After waiting all year for
Burkett bumped in favor of Wakefield
It might have been his final chance to pitch in the major leagues. BOSTON (AP) -- John Burkett
NHL PRESEASON STANDINGS
NHL PRESEASON STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA New Jersey1010354
HUBBARD Missing girls return safely
The girls were back in school this morning, their grandfather said. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Miss Schromofsky, Mr. Perry plan autumn wedding
XJoseph Schromofsky, 122 Lost Creek Drive, Youngstown, and Joann Baltes, 3455 Meanderwood Drive,
PGA-LAS VEGAS INVITATIONAL SCORES
PGA-LAS VEGAS INVITATIONAL SCORES Sunday At Las Vegas Purse: $4 million s-TPC at Summerlin
Police official: I ordered office sweeps
Outside security experts were hired for confidentiality reasons. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Police
NATION
NATION Time Warner minus AOL goes into effect Thursday NEW YORK -- As of Thursday, the world's
NASCAR WINSTON CUP RESULTS
NASCAR WINSTON CUP RESULTS UAW-GM QUALITY 500 Saturday At Lowe's Motor Speedway Concord, N.C.
Motorola report is better than expected
CHICAGO (AP) -- Motorola Inc. issued better-than-expected third-quarter results and an upbeat
Grant to help rehabilitate Gibson House
JAMESTOWN, Pa. -- The Jamestown Future Foundation Inc. is getting a $17,500 state grant to help
BIG TEN Backups led Badgers to victory over OSU
Quarterback Matt Schabert and tailback Booker Stanley did most of the damage. By TOM WILLIAMS
CRAFTS Learn to make soap for good clean fun
Washing up can become a mini spa-style experience. SCRIPPS HOWARD Melt-and-pour soapmaking is a
TONIGHT'S GAME Falcons vs. Rams
ATLANTA (1-4) at ST. LOUIS (2-2) Time: 9 p.m. TV/radio: WYTV (33), WEWS (5), WTAE (4), WBBW-AM
The Vindicator
The Vindicator NEW RESIDENT: Ellen Whitehouse, who with her husband, Doug, owns Noah's Lost Ark,
REUNIONS
XBeaver Local Alumni Band Association will be hosting a 47th-year band reunion Friday at Beaver
49ERS Seahawks shatter Erickson's return
San Francisco fell to 2-4 with a loss in the coach's home state, against his old team. SEATTLE
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Grocery strike enters third day
Grocery store clerks in Ohio and two other states also went on strike. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN Paving business will go to court
The sheriff said it's his department's responsibility to enforce the injunction. By PATRICIA MEADE
PENNSYLVANIA Former governor of Illinois joins opponents of the death penalty
Pennsylvania's Gov. Rendell is against a death-penalty moratorium. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Former
NFL ROUNDUP Sunday's other games
INTERCONFERENCE Chiefs 40, Packers 34, OT GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Dante Hall's touchdown streak is
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Funds will flow for water plant to serve the southern region
Water rates have been raised once to help pay for the project. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
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