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PREPS Injured Harding back out for year
Delbert Ferguson suffered a broken leg in the victory over Massillon. By BRIAN RICHESSON
MCDONALD 4 face charges after girl is held against her will
McDONALD -- Four people are facing kidnapping and assault charges, accused of holding a 14-year-old
Mussina overcomes rain, bats as Yankees pull away
Mike Mussina pitched New York to a 2-1 series lead over the Florida Marlins. MIAMI (AP) -- Even
Former attorney released, detained
Goldberg was not scheduled to be released until early 2004. & lt;a
FOOD AND CLOTHING
FOOD AND CLOTHING Antioch Baptist Church, 110 Funston St., Youngstown, 10 a.m. Friday. Food only.
AAA Ohio hands out traffic safety awards
AAA Ohio hands out traffic safety awards Canfield, Niles, McDonald and Lordstown have received
Williams' 19th postseason HR shatters record
His three-run homer enabled the Yankees to surge away from the Marlins. MIAMI (AP) -- Bernie
The Vindicator
The Vindicator MEMORIAL: The name of Edward Johnston of Struthers is the first one on the second
Surgery on hold
Surgery on hold Cavs guard DaJuan Wagner cannot undergo surgery on his right knee until an
WILMINGTON AREA DISTRICT Petition seeks to keep prom at school
Students signed a petition to dedicate the stadium to coach Terry Verrelli. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa.
Austintown doesn't need to be stymied by clashes
Opinion: Lisa L. Oles insists that she can be a team player if she is elected to the Austintown Board of
Family recalls Beirut blast, son lost
A memorial service is planned for 3 p.m. Sunday in Struthers. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
WARREN Developer to add community center
The company plans to open the center by spring. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS Wagner's surgery on knee delayed
He has a medical condition that must be cleared before he can have knee surgery. CLEVELAND (AP) --
HELOISE Photography helps traveler if luggage is lost
Dear Heloise: Regarding the "Lost Luggage" hint from Karen, I, too, had the same experience, but
911 funding measure gets backing from Columbiana County groups
LISBON -- With the Nov. 4 general election less than two weeks away, Columbiana County commissioners
Tax breaks OK'd for two manufacturers
THE VINDICATOR WARREN -- City council approved Wednesday 10-year, 75 percent tax abatements for
KOSCAK SLAYING Police, friend describe suspect
The dead man's mother says he was not a monster. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
The state didn't pursue the death penalty in the case.
The state didn't pursue the death penalty in the case. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Two former Duquesne
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox His son has been placed in class with mom's lover
Dear Annie: My 13-year-old son has been assigned to a team of middle school teachers. One of them is
TOP 10
TOP 10 It's business, not fun Top golf courses for business meetings, from OAG's Frequent Flyer:
NFC WEST San Francisco isn't content
Sunday's win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was bady needed. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT Despite
FRIDAY
FRIDAY UActors from various horror films will gather at "Hollyweird at Hollywood" from 5 to 10
GREENVILLE, PA. Name of man found dead comes up in drug probe
Charles Palm was a subject in a drug investigation in Greenville. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Police said a
LORDSTOWN Workshops of Gerald Henn gets tax break for plant
The company promised to create 26 jobs when its new plant opens. THE VINDICATOR By CYNTHIA
Marlins pick Josh Beckett
NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy Pettitte freely admits he figured the Florida Marlins were finished. Fact
COLUMBIANA Officials hope they can fund EMS payroll
Unpaid bills for EMS have left the payroll in question. COLUMBIANA -- While Columbiana Emergency
LOCAL
LOCAL Game change BOARDMAN -- The Boardman-Cardinal Mooney freshman football game Thursday has
Koliser trial jury selection
Koliser trial jury selection YOUNGSTOWN -- Lawyers were expected to finish selecting a jury today
COLUMBIANA EMS chief outlines need for levy
Response time would increase to 12 minutes, the EMS chief said. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Ringling Bros. Circus When: From Friday through Nov. 2, show times are at 7:30 p.m.
BIG TEN OSU's offense ranks near bottom
Offensive tackle Tony Olivea doesn't know why the Buckeyes are struggling. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Shane
GIRARD COMMISSION Finances frustrate chairman
The fiscal panel will continue to meet despite the chairman's remarks. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Police reveal Al-Qaida plot to hit embassy
The terrorists planned to charter a small plane and fit it with a bomb. NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) --
MERCER COUNTY Man to enter a new plea in old case
The defendant said he was misrepresented by his trial lawyer. MERCER, Pa. -- A Farrell man serving
Defense contractor mess flies in the face of reason
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: You wouldn't know it from the recent space business contracts Boeing Co. has won,
Western Reserve and Windham advance
LISBON -- Unseeded Western Reserve defeated Lordstown 5-15, 18-16, 15-12, and will play Windham for
COLLEGE FOOTBALL YSU hopes homecoming good fortune continues
The Penguins will put their winning streak on the line against Illinois State. By PETE MOLLICA
HOW THEY RATE High school football polls
OHIO DIVISION I 1, Warren Harding (27) 9-0356 2, Mentor (6) 9-0325 3, Cin. Colerain (2)
CWRU appoints a new dean of Arts and Sciences
CLEVELAND -- Mark Turner has been appointed dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Case Western
AKRON Goodyear to restate earnings to fix accounting mistakes
Goodyear blames a billing system installed in 1999 for an accounting error. AKRON (AP) -- Goodyear
FOOTBALL Harding returns to No. 1 in poll
The Raiders replaced Cleveland St. Ignatius at the top in Division I. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Warren
MAHONING COUNTY Hearing set in bed-tax lawsuit
The suit challenges the new law as unconstitutional. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.232.35 Bank One,.84,42.5342.54 Clear Channel, 39.53
Penn State reports record enrollments
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- The state's largest university just keeps getting larger. Penn State
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Voters will decide on modernized 911
The county already has 911, but it wants it to match others in the state. By NORMAN LEIGH
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA N.Y.
LORDSTOWN Standstill surprises oversight members
The union has not voted on the offer, nor have members authorized a strike. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
NEW CASTLE Fix-up day planned at house for needy
One hundred smoke detectors will be installed in neighborhood homes. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Make A
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
PGA TOUR Funai Classic Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Courses: Walt Disney World Resort, Magnolia
CANFIELD Group fights again to remove trustee
It will also work to change the law that the judge used in dismissing the complaint. By IAN HILL
TRUMBULL COUNTY Policies would require replacing septic systems
People would pay for septic systems while waiting for sewer lines, officials say. By STEPHEN SIFF
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XA son, Ryan Taylor Febinger, was born Oct. 16 at Bayfront Medical Center, St. Petersburg, Fla., to
STANDINGS Gateway Conference
ConferenceOverall Team W L Pct. W L Pct. So. Illinois 3 0 1.000 7 0 1.000 No. Iowa 3 0 1.000 6
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Christopher and Hope Dale, 42 N. Belle Vista, Youngstown, girl, Oct. 22.
STATE COLLEGE, PA. Paterno to decide on punishment for receiver Johnson
The coach chastised the media for excessive attention to off-field troubles. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
PITTSBURGH PENGUINS Lemieux needs 4 points tonight for 1,700 in career
Pittsburgh plays Carolina, a team he has had much success against. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Earlier in
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Oct. 22. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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Oct. 18: Florida 3, N.Y. Yankees 2
Oct. 18: Florida 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 Oct. 19: N.Y. Yankees 6, Florida 1 Tuesday: N.Y. Yankees 6,
LAKE MILTON Approved pacts pave way for fire station construction
The fire department is providing smoke-alarm batteries free to residents. By SEAN BARRON
The Amish sect says using the gray reflective tape better reflects their beliefs.
The Amish sect says using the gray reflective tape better reflects their beliefs. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Tiger-act star is always aware of the danger the big cats pose
By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Las Vegas showman Roy Horn is slowly recovering from
HARRISBURG Talks will aim to cut tax increase proposal
The House passed the income-tax-increase plan Tuesday. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Senate leaders are
Harris and Fisher for Girard Board of Education
Opinion: The Girard Board of Education has certainly not been without its controversy in recent years. Health
Biting off more than he can chew? Not this champ
YSU student Javon Snipes of Youngstown chows down on a soft taco during an eating contest on campus.
HAIR Out-of-favor mullet still has some admirers
For 'mulletheads,' it's not a hairstyle, it's a lifestyle. SCRIPPS HOWARD Some 20 years ago,
HELOISE Ingredients make fat-free soup base
Dear Heloise: Could you please repeat the recipe for cream-soup mix? I've misplaced it. I love the
NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Lightning 3, Thrashers 2 TAMPA, Fla. -- Pavel Kubina scored a short-handed, breakaway goal 3
NILES SCHOOLS Power to strike given to union
A union representative said the vote may give both sides more incentive to negotiate. By SHERRI L.
GIRARD For a change, teachers learn through program
The program was tailored to meet the needs of high-school chemistry teachers. By SEAN BARRON
MANDY PATINKIN Mr. Versatility
Patinkin hinted at the possibility of a surprise guest showing up for his Saturday night concert.
PREPS Injured Harding player is finished
Delbert Ferguson suffered a broken leg in the Massillon game. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
Rising costs squeeze seniors
Part of the Social Security increase is wiped out by a rise in Medicare premiums. NEW YORK (AP) --
Strickland joins panel
Strickland joins panel YOUNGSTOWN -- U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland of Lisbon, D-6th, was chosen to fill
Packard lays off 214 hired recently
Fewer workers are needed because orders are down, the company says. & lt;a
MAHONING COUNTY Witnesses' testimony differs
Three defense witnesses said they saw all or part of what happened. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
WARREN No reconsideration likely for sewer rates
A $1 million-plus loan payment from the sewer department is due next year. By DENISE DICK
WARREN POLICE Lawyer wants judge to reconsider case
By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF CLEVELAND -- An attorney representing five people
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Any way you stack it, $87 billion is a lot of money
Eighty-seven billion dollars. Eighty-seven billion. Of course, that's the amount of U.S. tax
A memorial service is planned for 3 p.m. Sunday in Struthers.
A memorial service is planned for 3 p.m. Sunday in Struthers. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
BOARD GAMES Hasbro files lawsuit to stop maker of 'Ghettopoly'
Stores have pulled the game from its shelves. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) -- Hasbro Inc., has filed a
FOOTBALL POLLS
FOOTBALL POLLS AFCA DIVISION II RecPtsPvs 1. Valdosta St. (Ga.) (22)7-06462 2. Saginaw
FRIDAY'S RESULTS WEEK 10 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL
Metro Athletic Conference Alliance 16, Niles 13 Poland 31, Struthers 28 OT Inter-County League
Youngstown man's suit alleges brutality
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Youngstown man has filed a federal lawsuit contending a Warren police officer used
Hubbard man, Youngstown woman face charges of breaking and entering
YOUNGSTOWN -- Two arrests were made after the loud sounds of someone kicking in a door at 302 E.
GIRLS DISTRICT SOCCER Crafton's goals key Hubbard's 2-1 win over Mooney in OT
The Eagles advanced to play Poland Saturday for the district title. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket State of Ohio vs. Darren Moore, court imposes three years' community
October baseball popular again
After years of declining television ratings, Major League Baseball is hot again. Despite
BIG EAST Va. Tech challenges W. Virginia tonight
The Hokies have scored at least 35 points in every game. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- West Virginia
Pupils tackle bullies with love
YSU football players helped send an anti-bullying message. & lt;a
With help from volunteers, seniors in region live alone longer
An open house for the volunteer service program will be Nov. 6 in Canfield. & lt;a
YOUNGSTOWN Assault suspect escapes at Forum Health hospital
The boy was sent to the hospital accompanied by a juvenile detention officer. By PATRICIA MEADE
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator MEAT OR VEGGIES? Fifth-graders at Washington Elementary School in Niles
AP file photo; Oct. 23, 1983
AP file photo; Oct. 23, 1983 RESCUE EFFORT: Workers sift through the rubble of the U.S. Marine
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-9-2 Pick 4, 8-1-8-9 Buckeye 5, 4-7-14-
YOUNGSTOWN Speakers focus on youths' exposure to alcohol ads
Youths are bombarded with alcohol advertisements, a study shows. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Oh Oleg (R.Feliciano)3.803.002.40 Fightin Sixty
TUESDAY'S RESULTS
TUESDAY'S RESULTS SOCCER, BOYS Tournament Division I Green 3, North Canton Hoover 1 Kent
Trumbull voters must view sales tax issue objectively
Opinion: When Trumbull County commissioners imposed a 0.5 percent increase in the sales earlier this year,
WINDOW BOXES
WINDOW BOXES Tips Feature cascading plants, such as petunias or the celery- and burgundy-colored
GAIL WHITE Giving up in the middle keeps us from reaching our goals
Last spring, my son participated in a community track meet. For some reason, we thought it fitting
Associated Press
Associated Press LUNCH BARGAIN: Liz Garcia, left, a culinary student, and Bill Swift, center,
Today is Thursday, Oct. 23, the 296th day of 2003. There are 69 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Oct. 23, the 296th day of 2003. There are 69 days left in the year. On this date
Athletes get subpoenas in lab probe
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry Bonds has been invited. Jason Giambi, too. World sprint champion Kelli
Police probe death of boy in apartment
AUSTINTOWN -- Police are investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy Wednesday evening in a Compass
Monster pops for the little monsters to eat
ASSOCIATED PRESS The pumpkins have been carved into Halloween jack-'o-lanterns, perhaps more than
SPORTS
SPORTS Marlins even Series with a 4-3 victory kTHE FLORIDA MARLINS defeated the New York Yankees
STEELERS Cowher calls on Bettis for first start
The coach said the running back position isn't to be singled out as the solution. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Beckett gave up only three hits to Yankees, and all were by Jeter
After Marlins' pitcher Josh Beckett left, the Yankees feasted on the bullpen. MIAMI (AP) -- Josh
OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS
COLUMBUS -- Here are the sixth weekly football computer ratings from the Ohio High School Athletic
SHARPSVILLE, PA. School computer consultant is hired
SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- The Sharpsville Area School Board has decided it will be cheaper to hire a
WARREN Arts group cancels New Year's Eve event
Warren has been selected as a stop for Ohio Chautauqua 2004. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
RMI TITANIUM Workers won't strike, even if they reject final pact offer, union says
The company said workers will lose their signing bonus if they don't ratify the package. By
SALEM Former educator avoids prison
No motive for the theft while serving the Salem school district was offered. By NORMAN LEIGH
Land deal curiouser and curiouser
Opinion: Nowhere in the proposed arena project files in Youngstown City Hall is there a document that details
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 8-9-16-30-31 Mega Ball, 15 Night drawings: Pick 3, 0-0-8
BROWNS Thompson happy he made trip
The rookie linebacker was a guest at Kahunaville in the Eastwood Mall. By DAVE DEVEREUX
Special to The Vindicator/Mark A. Stahl
Special to The Vindicator/Mark A. Stahl A NEW OUTLOOK: Girard High School science teacher
Burglary attempt foiled
Burglary attempt foiled WARREN -- A 62-year-old Maryland Street Northeast man held an intruder at
NOTEBOOK From the World Series
Soriano's struggles: Yankees manager Joe Torre has no plans to drop struggling leadoff hitter