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FOOTBALL
FOOTBALL DIVISION I-AA POLL PHILADELPHIA -- The top 25 teams in the Sports Network Division I-AA
COURTS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Edward Bonilla Jr., 25, of 387 Sixth St., Campbell, and Amber
Teaching kids about money
Some years ago, my sister decided it was time to start teaching her very young son about the value
Red Sox foiled again
The Yankees' Aaron Boone hit a game-winning home run in the 11th inning. NEW YORK (AP) -- As soon
ART AVAILABLE FROM YOUNGSTOWN
ART AVAILABLE FROM YOUNGSTOWN His guide to long life: hard work, hot dogs and a little rye
COLUMBUS Senate is poised to place slots bill in voters' hands
The bill would provide scholarships to top high school graduates. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
WARREN YMCA will reopen after electrical-fire repairs
Some $100,000 has been spent for improvements the past few years. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
Theft suspect arrested
Theft suspect arrested YOUNGSTOWN -- Danny R. Toy of Hubbard, riding a 10-speed bike and balancing
POLICE CALLS Boardman, Poland
Summary of recent police activity: BOARDMAN Oct. 6 Theft: A Cathy Ann Drive woman reported a
PITTSBURGH New discount airline to start service in June
The new carrier will help if US Airways closes its Pittsburgh hub. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A new
BERLIN CENTER Animal sanctuary takes in lion cub bought by reporter
The reporter wanted to demonstrate how easy it is to buy a wild animal. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
COLUMBIANA Company identifies worker who died after accident
COLUMBIANA -- Officials of Marucci & amp; Gaffney Excavating Inc. of Youngstown have identified
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP Offices will close for the funeral of longtime clerk
An interim clerk will be hired as soon as possible. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
The Penguins play three of their last five games on the road, starting Saturday.
& lt;a href=mailto:mollica@vindy.com & gt;By PETE MOLLICA & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR
NBA PRESEASON STANDINGS
NBA PRESEASON STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic DivisionWLPctGB Miami301.000-- New
GOING PORTABLE | Selected items
With convenience, taste and nutrition in mind, we've assessed four portable breakfast items that can
MAHONING COUNTY Auditor: Courts aren't to blame for budget woes
The county's bank account is dwindling fast, its auditor says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Adoption: Fostering families
Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: More children in the foster care system are finding permanent homes as a
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-3-2 Pick 4, 5-8-8-2 Buckeye 5, 1-7-8
KEY TO LONG LIFE: HARD WORK
His guide to long life: hard work, hot dogs and a little rye whiskey. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
OHIO House OKs bill to crack down on multiple-DUI offenders
The bill has the support of MADD and several law enforcement organizations. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
YOUNGSTOWN Missing hearing leads to jail time
The case drew criticism from local and federal law enforcement. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Humiliating moments
Humiliating moments SEVENTEEN MAGAZINE FRESHMAN DISORIENTATION & quot;I was a little late
AUSTINTOWN Greenwood plans Hummer dealership
Hummer is coming out with at least two new vehicles, the H3 and the H2. THE VINDICATOR By DON
It's alive! Sharon manor brings monster emphasis
Ghoul Mansion offers dozens of monsters in three buildings. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF
Intel's profits soar for third quarter
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Driven by strong demand in emerging countries for the silicon chips that
THE CLASSIC
THE CLASSIC What's the difference: The Waring 60th anniversary model's cloverleaf-shaped glass
KATIE MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox The kids see their dad as a money machine
Dear Annie: I am a stay-at-home mom with two children under 12. My husband travels a lot, and when
Tales from dark side of Hubbard mansion
The haunted mansion is entertaining for everyone. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.31 2.39 Bank One,.84,41.4641.50 Clear Channel, 41.69
GIRARD Official seeks land appraisal
A lawmaker is concerned about the city's share of the cost to fix flood damage. By TIM YOVICH
Officials go to bat for coach in sex case
The judge will consider early release after he serves at least 19 months. & lt;a
ACC EXPANSION Remaining Big East schools will sue BC
Connecticut, Rutgers, Pittsburgh and West Virginia were to file today. HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) --
WARREN Ghost Walk to feature facts about Trumbull County
WARREN -- The ghosts of Trumbull County's past return to the city's historic downtown for the Ghost
NHL Blue Jackets off to fastest start with win over Vancouver
Todd Marchant got his first two points for Columbus in the 3-2 win. COLUMBUS (AP) -- It's too
Thefts in Canfield
Thefts in Canfield CANFIELD -- Someone smashed the front door window of Chudda Bing's, 3620 Starr
MCDONALD School gets new gym floor
The floor should be ready by the first week of November. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
OSU FOOTBALL Tressel suspends Reynolds one game after incident
The action came after he injured Wisconsin quarterback Jim Sorgi. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State
GRADUATES
Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted; majors are listed if provided. MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE,
Scaregrounds house:
By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR CANFIELD -- You can't scare me. No sir, no way. I have
O'Neal is hampered by injured left heel
The Lakers' veteran requested an MRI because the heel has not improved. EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN Jury selection begins in cop-slaying trial
Another murder case also got under way Tuesday. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
MERCER COUNTY Candidates to debate issues
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Candidates for Mercer County Common Pleas Court and county commissioners will
Leaders incite citizen action
Get involved in community affairs, coalition leaders urge. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
NBA Cavs suffer first exhibition loss while James continues to learn
The rookie scored 10 points in Cleveland's 87-81 loss to Milwaukee. CLEVELAND (AP) -- With every
NFL Steelers' unstable offensive line may be reason for Sunday's loss
Pittsburgh was unable to form a cohesive offensive line against Denver. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- That
AFC NORTH Browns regroup with 2 straight wins, will have momentum against Chargers
Tim Couch will start at quarterback again against winless San Diego. BEREA (AP) -- It's been a
Pope's failing health detracts from 25-year service to man
Opinion: On Thursday, John Paul II will celebrate his silver anniversary as head of the 1 billion strong
POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball
LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-7) American League Oct. 8: Boston 5, New York 2 Oct. 9:
Rayen defense dominates in win
The Tigers scored all three of their touchdowns after Wilson fumbles. & lt;a
MONDAY NIGHT Falcons shut out by Rams, 36-0
Los Angeles' defense held Atlanta to 209 yards with three turnovers. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The St.
YOUNGSTOWN 2 admit shaking baby, who is now disabled
The baby's mother had claimed to be insane but was deemed competent. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
Ten teams ranked in prep football poll
Ten teams ranked in prep football poll Warren Harding, ranked No. 2 in Division I, leads a group
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth David and Jacqueline Jacobson, 3560 Timberbrooke Trail, Youngstown, girl,
BRISTOL SCHOOLS | Fast facts
Student population: 850. Facilities: A kindergarten building and combined middle and high school.
INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE Sebring expected to fill opening left by Mathews
The ICL is looking at a two-tier conference in the near future. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Pittsburgh prepared for wrong team in 35-31 loss to Notre Dame
Pittsburgh was ready for the Irish's passing game and got the run instead. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Plane loss is not an omen
Secure funding for the airport will help the base's chances of survival, officials say. THE
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Woeful Army replaces coach after 5-35 mark
John Mumford takes over for Todd Berry. WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) -- Army coach Todd Berry was fired
MAHONING VALLEY Relays raise more than $1 million
Warren's and Boardman's events ranked first and second in the state. WARREN -- For the second
SHENANGO VALLEY Enterprise zone board discusses expanding boundaries
Some officials don't want to see a residential area included in the designation. By HAROLD GWIN
Judge pleads guilty to drunken driving
Judge Lisotto received a standard punishment for DUI, his lawyer said. & lt;a
NL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Baker has helped Cubs shuck old image as major league's most lovable losers
Chicago, leading 3-2, plays Florida tonight in Game 6 of the series. CHICAGO (AP) -- While he
College participation
College participation Census data show that nearly 360,000 Ohioans would need some form of post-
"There's a sense that people in America aren't getting the truth. I'm mindful of the filter through
Opinion: "There's a sense that people in America aren't getting the truth. I'm mindful of the filter through
Rising tuition, falling investments force states to suspend prepaid plans
A proposal would withhold aid from schools that raised tuition faster than inflation. ASSOCIATED
Plan to form emergency service system
The computers would be similar to those used by Warren police. & lt;a
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 5 to
MAHONING COUNTY Group calls for removal of Commissioner Sherlock
The effort stems from the court funding controversy. By PETER H. MILLIKEN and DAVID SKOLNICK
HELOISE Favorite fall recipe for dessert is a breeze to throw together
Dear Readers: As fall winds blow and the evenings are cooler, we find ourselves thinking about the
NATION'S SCHOOLS Report: U.S. is tops in spending, but not in test scores
The United States spent more than $10,000 per pupil, the report found. By BEN FELLER AP
Browns back to .500
Browns back to .500 It's been a long haul for the Cleveland Browns. But are they a playoff
NEW CASTLE, PA. Suit: Hospital owes money to ex-workers
Jameson Health System contends it should not be part of the lawsuit. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
CORTLAND Interim service director resigns
The contractor working to fix Fowler Street sewers has walked off the job. By STEPHEN SIFF
National City Bank sets Dec. 30 as date to close Struthers branch
THE VINDICATOR STRUTHERS -- National City Bank is closing its branch at 130 Bridge St. in downtown
State governments study drug price lists in Canada
Canadians pay up to 50 percent less for prescription drugs. NEW YORK (AP) -- The battle over
COLUMBIANA CO. Drop-off box for taxes still in works
Officials are pondering whether other departments could use the idea. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
ROUNDUP Monday's other games
Sabres 4, Stars 3 BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Miroslav Satan and Daniel Briere each had a goal and an assist
Lupus awareness vigil
Lupus awareness vigil YOUNGSTOWN -- A candlelight vigil will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in front of the
E. Palestine, Rebels advance in sectional
SALEM -- The East Palestine High volleyball team advanced to play top-seeded Springfield after
OHIO SENATE Dann's landfill restrictions to get first hearing
The bill is a companion to one introduced in the Ohio House of Representatives. By SHERRI L.
GROVE CITY COLLEGE 4 to get alumni awards at homecoming event
Activities are set for 7:30 p.m. Friday in Harbison Chapel. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- The head of a
Trying to set the record straight about steel tariffs
Opinion: Trying to set the record straight about steel tariffs EDITOR: I read with interest the anti-
GROVE CITY COLLEGE Sticht lecturer to discuss Enron
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- The Enron financial disaster will be the topic of this year's J. Paul Sticht
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP Trustees take steps to address overweight trucks
The trucks are ruining the township roads, officials said By KATIE MATOLA VINDICATOR
LAKERS Bryant defense to send subpoenas
The preliminary hearing in the sexual assault case continues Wednesday. DENVER (AP) -- Kobe
Water disruption set
Water disruption set LEETONIA -- Water will be shut off at 9 a.m. Wednesday to village water
MAHONING COUNTY Lawyers say jail tour was canceled
The lawyers wanted to tour the jail, but say they were rebuffed by the sheriff. By BOB JACKSON
EMMCO gets board chairman
SHARON, Pa. -- Glenn Miller, director of the Winner EMS Educational Institute at Sharon Regional
Summit to seek solution to crime
Violence influences what development will come to the area, an official said. & lt;a
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Coaches get call for emergency meeting to discuss problems from the off-season
Coaches were told if they didn't attend they wouldn't get Final Four tickets. KNIGHT RIDDER
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY RAMS 36, FALCONS 0 Atlanta0000--0 St. Louis37917--36 First Quarter
NOTEBOOK From Wrigley Field
Baker's message: Dusty Baker was cool and calm during some down time before Game 6 of the NLCS,
Associated Press
Associated Press JOURNEY BEGINS: China's first manned spacecraft, Shenzhou 5, lifts off at the
MERCER COUNTY Speaker to emphasize cooperation
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Rick Stafford, retiring CEO of the Allegheny Conference on Community
AUTO RACING Nemechek to replace Nadeau next year
Kenny Brack remained in serious but stable condition after having surgery. ASSOCIATED PRESS
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Bengals: Running back Corey Dillon returned to practice Monday after missing Cincinnati's last game
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Zheng Shui(A Merriman)14.207.003.00 Botsel(B Miller)10.603.40
GAIL WHITE It's official: My mind has turned into jelly
I made a jelly and jelly sandwich this morning. The peanut butter was sitting on the counter right
BBB group questions refuge's accounting
The financially struggling, all-volunteer sanctuary is a tax-exempt charity. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
AGENDA
THURSDAY Mahoning County Educational Service Center Governing Board, 3:30 p.m., board room, 100
LIQUOR LICENSES
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
Pumpkin purported to be powerful product
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Everyone knows it's pumpkin season. Soups will soon be on fall menus.
Wakefield's floaters stop New York
Tim Wakefield's knuckleball helped Boston to a 3-2 win to tie series. BOSTON (AP) -- Tim Wakefield
THE QUEST FOR A CLOSER SHAVE
THE QUEST FOR A CLOSER SHAVE Stone Age: Sharpened flint-blade razors edge out the earlier
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 15, the 288th day of 2003. There are 77 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Oct. 15, the 288th day of 2003. There are 77 days left in the year. On this date
HIGH SCHOOL POLL | Ohio football
COLUMBUS -- How a state panel of sports writers and broadcasters rates Ohio high school football
Flavored milk appeals to adult tastebuds
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Toothpastes now come in tasty flavors. Ditto for breath mints in citrus
House, Senate split on funding for Iraq
Lawmakers want the bill on Bush's desk before a meeting with other nations. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The