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BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL NBA SCHEDULE Tuesday's Games Miami at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Phoenix at San


WASHINGTON Lawmakers wrangle over corporate tax-cut plan

Some legislators oppose the cut for companies with overseas operations. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A


TIME LINE Career highlights

Dec. 30, 1984 -- James is born in Akron, the only child of teenage mom, Gloria James. He shares the


YSU

YSU Soccer MILWAUKEE -- UW-Milwaukee's Evann Franklin scored in the 74th minute as the Panthers


WEATHERSFIELD RMI workers report to locked-up plant

Union leaders say they want to return to the bargaining table. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS and CYNTHIA


MAHONING COUNTY Forensic pathologist agrees to take position here, allowing work to be done locally

The county has been without a forensic pathologist since July 2002. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


Keep using and building on many of the Valley's assets

Opinion: Keep using and building on many of the Valley's assets EDITOR: Last Saturday was a glorious day


GIRLS SOCCER Fitch's best season is done

Walsh Jesuit scored its first goal early; the Warriors proved to be too powerful. By BRIAN


NFL moves tonight's game to Arizona

Fast-moving fires have killed 13 people and caused major damage. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- With


THE ART OF CLEANING

Associated Press MAKING IT GLEAM: Scott McCreary of DeFabCo cleans a newly installed metallic


ROUGE INDUSTRIES U.S. Steel challenges Severstal's bidding

A week after its bankruptcy filing, a troubled steelmakers has two interested buyers. LIVONIA,


BANK OF AMERICA Buyout of Fleet creates new giant

The Fleet name will be replaced at banks in the Northeast. BOSTON (AP) -- Bank of America Corp.


UP CLOSE

UP CLOSE LeBron James Age/birthdate: 18; Dec. 30, 1984. Shares same birthday with golfer Tiger


New England 9, Cleveland 3

New England 9, Cleveland 3 St. Louis 33, Pittsburgh 21 Arizona 16, San Francisco 13, OT


FALL FASHION Freshen wardrobe for new season with select pieces

No one look is dominant, so decide what looks best on you and go with it. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


FOOD

WEDNESDAY Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, Austintown, 8:30-10 a.m.,


MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Poplar L (Murphy)10.606.604.40 Diamonds and Lace


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY A day of rest? That's an ideal found only in museums

Remember when you were a kid and everything was closed on Sundays? Maybe you do, and maybe you


BILL ORDINE New slot machine based on Mantle

Few baseball players are more closely identified with the World Series -- or with the game itself --


WEEKEND LEADERS Football

RUSHING Mike Hall, Chaney, 183 yards, 12 carries, 3 TDs Jake Robinson, Beaver Local, 175 yards,


PREP FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

CITY SERIES ConferenceAll games WLPtsOPWLPtsOP Chaney30132691309112 Rayen21432737100158


COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY GATEWAY Illinois St. 35, Youngstown St. 25 N. Iowa 38, W. Illinois 30 W. Kentucky 59,


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She's worried that grandson will be kidnapped

Dear Annie: My daughter, "Angela," is divorcing her husband, "Rick." Rick is a heroin and cocaine


'Price Is Right' announcer dies

'Price Is Right' announcer dies kROD RODDY, the flamboyantly dressed announcer on "The Price Is


PGA FUNAI CLASSIC SCORES

PGA FUNAI CLASSIC SCORES Sunday At Walt Disney World Resort (Magnolia Course) Lake Buena


REUNIONS

XAustintown Fitch High School Class of 1969 is planning its 35th-year reunion next summer and is


GATEWAY YSU faces tall task at UNI

The Panthers have won seven in a row and are ranked No. 6 in the nation. By PETE MOLLICA


Girard driver killed

Girard driver killed HUBBARD -- The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash


IRS seeks addresses to send refunds

WASHINGTON (AP) -- More than $118 million in tax refunds and advance child credit payments owed to


MAHONING VALLEY Tri-county coalition raises awareness about violence

By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR HEALTH WRITER BOARDMAN -- The Tri-County Family Violence


WARREN Advocates: Liquor vote could fuel downtown

The ward's councilman supports the option. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --


Sgt. Kevin Mercer of the Youngstown Police Department verified that Patrolman Michael T. Hartzell

Sgt. Kevin Mercer of the Youngstown Police Department verified that Patrolman Michael T. Hartzell


AUSTINTOWN Latest I-80 bridge proposal addresses safety concerns

Local officials remain concerned about access for emergency vehicles. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


YOUNGSTOWN Man gets 25-years-to-life sentence for murder and aggravated robbery

The victim's spouse said she will never forget what she saw. YOUNGSTOWN -- A man has been


HELOISE Web site saves used books from landfill

Dear Heloise: I love your column in The Washington Post! One of my main concerns when I declutter my


OH, NUTS!

Once a no-no because of fat content, some nuts are seen as good for the heart. By SHARI ROAN LOS


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Nicholas A. McGirr, 24, of 4823 Westchester Drive, #319,


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth William and Barbara Gonda, 3440 Briarwood Lane, Youngstown, girl, Oct. 22. Donald


PITTSBURGH City weighs bankruptcy protection over budget shortfall

Pittsburgh faces a budget shortfall of $40 million to $50 million this year. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


FOOTWEAR Sock companies step up production

Specialty and stylish socks help you put your best foot forward. LOS ANGELES TIMES Forget about


OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS

COLUMBUS -- Here are the final weekly football computer ratings from the Ohio High School Athletic


DIVISION II FOOTBALL First home playoff game is reward for successful season

Penn State recruit Tony Davis is the featured player for Howland. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


MIDDLE EAST Approval nears for aid package

Most of the aid from other countries comes from loans. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Despite rising criticism


PENNSYLVANIA Funding logjam puts schools in a pinch

Republican legislators are in no hurry to vote on the measure. By MARTHA RAFFAELE ASSOCIATED


POTENTIAL FREE AGENTS

POTENTIAL FREE AGENTS NEW YORK -- The 229 players potentially eligible for free agency. Eligible


Broncos' Mobley better following injury

ASSOCIATED PRESS Denver linebacker John Mobley bruised his spinal cord during the Broncos' game


KOLISER TRIAL Friend testifies about buying bullets, holster for defendant

The pages of the Muslim holy book had been hollowed out to hold a gun. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


Cleaning up illegal crews

Opinion: Christian Science Monitor: The nation's largest employer, Wal-Mart, was raided last Thursday by


BOXING Pittsburgh native Spadafora arrested Sunday after allegedly shooting woman

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Former lightweight champion Paul Spadafora was arrested Sunday evening for


KOLISER TRIAL Cabdrivers testify they saw policeman shot at close range

The pages of the Muslim holy book had been hollowed out to hold a gun. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


Nonurgent use of ER grows for the insured

Just 46 percent of ER visits surveyed were considered urgent or emergencies. NEW YORK (AP) --


Can LeBron James play as well as the hype?

Can LeBron James play as well as the hype? By TOM WITHERS ASSOCIATED PRESS OUND THE ROYAL


FAMILY VIOLENCE Reported

The Tri-County Family Violence Prevention Coalition is trying to increase awareness about family


Mental health levy is an investment in people

Opinion: A TV commercial of a few years ago attempted to show the importance of routine auto maintenance by


Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator GETTING SET: Salem Historical Society will hold its eighth annual tea


Salem center board to go without director for now

SALEM -- The Salem Community Center will observe its first anniversary without the director who


Firefighter: 'It's like trying to control chaos'

BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. (AP) -- With towering flames bearing down on Southern California mountain


Trick-or-treat hours

Trick-or-treat hours Trick or treat for Coitsville Township will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. Trick


WTA TOUR SEAT OPEN LUXEMBOURG RESULTS

WTA TOUR SEAT OPEN LUXEMBOURG RESULTS Sunday At CK Sportcenter Kockelsheuer Luxembourg


THE FAT STORY Not all nuts are created equal

Six types of nuts can now carry a claim attesting to their health benefits. These nuts received a B


HEALTH CARE Paper: Doctors who tell invite discipline

One survey shows 23 percent of doctors were disciplined for whistle-blowing. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


LISBON Filtration system being considered

Council also is looking for a chairman for the annual Christmas parade. By SUE DROTLEFF


NHL STANDINGS

NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLTOLPtsGFGA N.Y. Islanders421092316


Spadafora arrested

Spadafora arrested Former lightweight champion Paul Spadafora was arrested Sunday evening for


TRUMBULL COUNTY Commissioner aims to keep Delmont from buildings

Commissioners had unanimously approved firing the maintenance director. By STEPHEN SIFF and


FARRELL Construction company seeks to build plant in city

Barnes/Miles wants to erect 25 homes over three years. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU


GAIL WHITE Circus, laughter brought healing to woman with cancer

Back in 1950, a diagnosis of breast cancer was regarded as practically a death sentence. Eleanor


MAHONING VALLEY Company reflects close-knit community

The company has come full circle with two projects in Hubbard, 80 years apart. By SHERRI L.


49ERS Marcel Shipp shows Cardinals his value

The running back had 165 yards as Arizona beat San Francisco for the first time in a decade.


SHARON Action on fixing viaduct remains in the works

PennDOT is expected to set a final timetable for the project's completion. By HAROLD GWIN


HOWLAND Blessing Kenya with smiles

Her daughter went on a similar trip in 2001. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF HOWLAND


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv New


SPRING FASHIONS Come on, get happy in colorful, casual clothes

Mix-and-match separates and pastel colors are making a comeback. SCRIPPS HOWARD Women of the


NATION

NATION Benefits insurer Anthem buys WellPoint networks INDIANAPOLIS -- Health benefits insurer


Today is Tuesday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2003. There are 64 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2003. There are 64 days left in the year. On this date


PREP PREVIEW | Scouting the regional soccer tournament

BOYS DIVISION II Mooney (18-0-1) vs. Alliance (10-5-4) When: 7 p.m. Tuesday at Ravenna High


FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS | News and notes

Mooney is making its 17th trip since the playoffs began in 1972 -- by far the most in the area.


NFL SUMMARIES

PATRIOTS 9, BROWNS 3 Cleveland0300--3 New England3033--9 First Quarter NE--FG Vinatieri 27,


YOUNGSTOWN A First Night invite to Warren

The event will include clowns, magicians, music and fireworks for children. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Sabres 5, Avalanche 1

Sabres 5, Avalanche 1 DENVER -- Former Colorado player Chris Drury scored with 2:29 remaining and


FIGHT SCHEDULE

FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Thursday At Irvine Marriott, Irvine, Calif., Ivan


THE ACCUSED: Martin L. Koliser Jr. stares at a witness during the first day of his trial. Jurors

THE ACCUSED: Martin L. Koliser Jr. stares at a witness during the first day of his trial. Jurors


NFL Injuries hamper Browns in defeat

The Patriots found a way to win despite injuries, but the Browns haven't. FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) --


WORLD SERIES Yanks expect to make changes

After losing the World Series, the Yankees are expected to start cleaning house. NEW YORK (AP) --


Family deals with loss of amateur rapper

By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Michael J. Lett kissed the mother of


GREENVILLE, PA. Thiel College to sponsor town's first Health Walk

GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The first American Heart Association Health Walk to be held in Greenville will


PREP FOOTBALL

PREP FOOTBALL Area playoff pairings FRIDAY (All games at 7:30 p.m.) DIVISION II Chaney


SCHEDULES TUESDAY

SCHEDULES TUESDAY SOCCER, BOYS Tournament Division II Walsh Jesuit vs. Chagrin Falls at


Slippery Rock Twp. cycle accident hurts 2

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Two people were thrown from a motorcycle on Old Princeton Road in Slippery Rock


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Taking the pain out of new windows

There are about 60 windows in the 1872 courthouse. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER STANDINGS

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER STANDINGS Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA y-Chicago1578535343 x-New


Ghost boasts

The Mahoning Valley is ripe with tales about ghosts. Read on -- if you dare. By JoANNE VIVIANO


Judge's guilty plea should sit well with the public

Opinion: Mahoning County Common Pleas Judge Robert Lisotto did the right thing recently in pleading guilty to


PITTSBURGH Company, state are near deal for cleanup

Millions of gallons of oil have leeched into the soil at the plant. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- An


FROM ASSIST TO DUNK LeBron James' debut is a hit despite Cavaliers' setback

The 18-year-old rookie had 25 points, nine assists, six rebounds and four steals in his first game.


RMI officials agree to meet with leaders of USWA union

Picketing workers are hoping they'll qualify for state jobless benefits. THE VINDICATOR,


NASCAR-WINSTON CUP-BASS PRO SHOPS MBNA 500 LINEUP

NASCAR-WINSTON CUP-BASS PRO SHOPS MBNA 500 LINEUP After Friday qualifying; race held today At


WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS

WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-4-5 Pick 4, 0-1-4-9 Buckeye 5, 5-9-15-


Letter against Catholics overlooked the facts

Opinion: Letter against Catholics overlooked the facts EDITOR: It astounds me how often self-righteous


Federal Plaza damage

Federal Plaza damage YOUNGSTOWN -- Running water from a plugged toilet and sink on the 12th floor


HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Mooney, Chaney set for playoffs

The Cardinals are ending a three-year drought while the Cowboys are back in. By JOE SCALZO


NFL

NFL Favorite Points Underdog Miami 3 SAN DIEGO Sunday Games not yet posted College


NFL PREVIEW

NFL PREVIEW Tonight's game MIAMI (4-2) vs. SAN DIEGO (1-5) Time: 9 p.m. TV/radio: WYTV (33),


Koliser has nothing to say in his defense

By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Martin L. Koliser Jr. slept, smiled,


CROSS COUNTRY Mooney headed to state: successful appeal needed

Girard's Bobby Caldwell, West Branch's Jeff Sarchione and Salem's Patrick Gorby qualified as


Springfield Twp. trustees plan sewer meeting

Springfield Twp. trustees plan sewer meeting NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Springfield Township trustees will


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.252.28 Bank One,.84,42.4142.42 Clear Channel, 40.22