News for September 10, 2003

ANTHONY FLOYD Lariccia's sponsorship is benefit

Faith, motivation and persistence enabled Anthony Floyd to make the Colts. By JOHN KOVACH

HEINZ FIELD Rutherford throws 4 TD passes in Pitt's rout

The No. 10 Panthers cruised past Kent State. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Rod Rutherford, benched at the

Why did a child die?

Opinion: Once again, the public has legitimate questions about why a child has died, and once again the

The U.S. has lost its spot as number one producer in the world to China.

The U.S. has lost its spot as number one producer in the world to China. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS

STANDINGS Wild card races

American League WLPctGB Boston8358.589-- Seattle8260.57711/2 ------ Saturday's Games

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

Rockies activate Cruz, farm him to AAA club

ASSOCIATED PRESS The Colorado Rockies activated Nelson Cruz from the 15-day disabled list Friday,

DETROIT Big Three, UAW negotiate as contract deadline nears

Automakers need to close 10 plants, an analyst says. DETROIT (AP) -- Contract negotiations between

SATURDAY'S RESULTS

SATURDAY'S RESULTS FOOTBALL AREA Warren Harding 21, Akron Buchtel 6 Leetonia 28, Jackson-

COLUMBIANA CORNER It's a dilemma for firefighters: smoke and fire -- or mosquitoes

After spending the night with about 50 other firefighters battling an early-morning structure fire,

REGION

REGION Penn Shenango offers organization workshop SHARON, Pa. -- A workshop on organization and

Working in retail

Working in retail The retail industry employs more than 20 million people -- about one in five

A's shore up top standing with win over Devil Rays

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- The Tampa Bay Devil Rays have really helped the Oakland Athletics in

WARREN At rally, Steelworkers, Ryan seek continuation of tariffs

The congressman said he's seen the effects of illegal foreign-steel dumping. WARREN -- U.S. Rep.

Condition of Stambaugh Park shocks football team president

By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The sight of Stambaugh Park disgusted Cherise

BIG TEN CONFERENCE Bowling Green wins in upset of No. 16 Purdue

No. 5 Michigan hammered Houston 50-3. ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Josh Harris threw

NFL MATCHUPS | Today's games

ARIZONA at DETROIT Time: 1 p.m. Series history: Lions lead 28-21-5. Last meeting: Cardinals beat

TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Stephen M. Sample, 29, of 104 Mackey St., Hubbard, and Nicole

SAN FRANCISCO Erickson begins quest for title as 49ers' pilot

The 49ers take on the Bears. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The trip from Montana's Billings Central High

AREA COLLEGES Besgrove scores 3 TDs to wreck Westminster

Grove City defeated Hiram with a potent offense. CANTON -- Derek Besgrove ran 28 times for 187

OHIO STATE Tressel would favor Clarett's transfer

The coach would release the suspended running back from his scholarship. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio

PITTSBURGH PENGUINS Marc Andre Fleury joins Eddie Olczyk for orientation

The coach took time with each player as he arrived. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- After playing in the

MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Chaney grad's offense keys Tigers past Ball St.

Missouri finished with 461 yards of total offense. ASSOCIATED PRESS MUNCIE, Ind. -- Chaney High

Bathing -- a drop in the bucket

Some people say the cup is half full. Some say the cup is half empty. A Peace Corps volunteer says,

TOP 25 Deacons demolish N.C. State

Miami and Brock Berlin outlasted Florida. ASSOCIATED PRESS WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- Nick Burney

The Penguins breezed to their second straight victory of the season, 45-12.

The Penguins breezed to their second straight victory of the season, 45-12. By PETE MOLLICA

Air Force Reserve Capt. Gary Dodge, left, and Senior Master Sgt. Donald Cutrer, both of the 910th

HUMAN TRANSPORTER Self-balancing Segway scooter lives up to hype but for a price

The scooter is smooth and easy to control by leaning in the designated direction. By MICHAEL P.

Illinois overturns Gateway opponent

Dwayne Smith caught 14 passes for 243 yards and two TDs for Illinois State. ASSOCIATED PRESS

WARREN Lawyer's status puts cases at risk

The deadline for filing in the bachelorette case was Aug. 11. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and STEPHEN

Cooking oil fuels Liberty man's truck

Cooking oil fuels Liberty man's truck kA LIBERTY MAN uses used cooking oil from a nearby Arby's

PREP VOLLEYBALL Amanda Benner enjoys a perfect service game

She compiled 20 points to lead West Branch past Mooney. BELOIT -- Amanda Benner served a perfect

ADD support group

ADD support group YOUNGSTOWN -- A support group for parents and caregivers of children with

PREVIEW | Browns vs. Colts

Where: Cleveland Browns Stadium. When: 1 p.m. today. TV/radio: WKBN (27), WOIO (19); WKBN-AM (570),

AUSTINTOWN Dispatchers contract

Here are some of the details about the new three-year contract for the Austintown police and

CLEVELAND BROWNS As season opens, Holcomb finds himself starting over

The Browns' QB spent five seasons with the team he goes up against today. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Kelly

PGA Little Tanaka finds positive results, stands above Canadian Open field

The 5-foot-6, 132-pound Japanese player shot a 67 that included an eagle. HAMILTON, Ontario (AP)

Struthers graduate runs for 191 yards

Walter Reyes helped Syracuse survive a 49-47 shoot-out over North Carolina. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP)

BRONCOS-BENGALS Plummer, Lewis hoping change does them good

Denver opens the season in Cincinnati with a new starting quarterback. CINCINNATI (AP) -- For Jake

AMERICAM LEAGUE A's, Mariners lose; Angels pinch Royals

Oakland remains the leader in the American League West. ASSOCIATED PRESS ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. --

Resilient Henin-Hardenne rules

After overcoming dehydration, Justine Henin-Hardenne won the U.S. Open title. NEW YORK (AP) -- In

MLS ROUNDUP Saturday's games

Crew 1, Fire 1 NAPERVILLE, Ill. -- Carlos Bocanegra scored in the 66th minute to lift the Chicago

TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY

TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY (Friday's results) DIRT MODIFIEDS (30 Laps): --1. RON SMOKER, 2. Andy Priest,

St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Brian Hobard and Tynesha Young-Hobard, 546 W. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown, girl,

Devil Rays 7, Athletics 4

Devil Rays 7, Athletics 4 Eds: SUBS 4th graf to UPDATE with Seattle loss ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.

When colleges get in the way

Opinion: Chicago Tribune: For almost two decades the NCAA has been trying to put the "student" back in

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Lootshootandboogie3.602.802.20 Vision Boy (J.Stokes)3.202.80

NFL STANDINGS

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CLEVELAND BROWNS Injured Verba unsure of playing future

The Browns' offensive tackle had surgery for a ruptured biceps. BEREA (AP) -- Ross Verba's arm has

Associated Press

Associated Press NEW PRODUCT: OraSure Technologies of Bethlehem, Pa., has developed Freeze Off, an

BASEBALL STANDINGS

BASEBALL STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York8456.600

NASCAR Newman perseveres to get sixth win

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Ryan Newman dominated a late long run and then held on through three restarts

Geiger stays calm under fire by Brown

Maurice Clarett's adviser has called the Ohio State athletic director a "slave master." COLUMBUS

SOCCER Germany held scoreless by Iceland

Iceland has one game remaining in the European Championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS Iceland held

PREP SOCCER Willis has six goals in 8-1 win

The Mooney junior enjoyed the highest-scoring game of his career. SALEM -- Junior forward Kiki

FRIDAY'S GAMES

FRIDAY'S GAMES American League Toronto 8, Detroit 6 Seattle 6, Baltimore 4, 13 innings

Condition of Stambaugh Park shocks president of new team

By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The sight of Stambaugh Park disgusted Cherise

Beating Agassi, Ferrero to face Roddick

The French Open champion said he "worked a lot for this No. 1." NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy Roddick

High school scores from western Pennsylvania

High school scores from western Pennsylvania By The Associated Press WESTERN REGION Bellwood-

YOUNGSTOWN

YOUNGSTOWN The Vindicator/Bruce Palmer PARK WOES: Cherise Neail, president of the Youngstown

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

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PREVIEW | Steelers vs. Ravens

Where: Heinz Field, Pittsburgh. When: 1 p.m. today. TV/radio: KDKA (2); WICT-FM (95.1), WBBG-FM

IMPERIAL, PA. Pittsburgh airport would survive loss

Other cities that have lost airline hubs have attracted other carriers. IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) --

HIGH FIVE The week's biggest hits

TELEVISION 1. "Everybody Loves Raymond," CBS. 2. "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," CBS. 3. "CSI:

BIG TEN Bowling Green wins in upset of No. 16 Purdue

No. 5 Michigan hammered Houston 50-3. ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Josh Harris threw

The Vindicator

The Vindicator EYESORE: A crumbling patchwork of concrete can be seen on Federal Plaza East near

LPGA Webb seeks season's first victory

Defending champion Annika Sorenstam was in a tie for 28th. TULSA, Okla. (AP) -- Karrie Webb shot a

A campaign for caring

By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Reaching the $3.2 million goal of the

MAURICE CLARETT CASE Dad wants limbo to end

The Youngstown man urged a quick resolution for the problem. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR

YOUNGSTOWN East High name will carry on

There also was discussion that the new high school bear the Rayen name. & lt;a

PITTSBURGH Steelers hope first game is start of something good

Today's game is the third time in six years the opener is against the Ravens. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

Braves 9, Pirates 2

Braves 9, Pirates 2 Eds: Optional By TOM SALADINO AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) -- Greg

DENNIS ERICKSON Coach's 49ers debut filled with emotions

The 49ers contained the Bears to 127 yards of offense in a 49-7 romp. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR

IRL INDY 300 Hearns wins the pole in record time

This marks the second pole of Richie Hearn's career. JOLIET, Ill. (AP) -- Richie Hearn expected to

PLANT OF THE WEEK Variegated Banana

Botanical name: Musa "Variegated Hawaiian" Attributes: When Hawaii was a kingdom, this rare plant

GREENVILLE, N.C. Marshall, Wilson supply 1-2 punch in WVU romp

The Mountaineers beat East Carolina for the 13th time in 15 meetings. GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) --

A Day of Caring

A Day of Caring YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown-Mahoning Valley United Way's annual Day of Caring is

Father sees star's future elsewhere

The coach held up a jersey, potentially for Clarett. GRAMBLING, La. (AP) -- Grambling coach Doug

NOTEBOOK

Ailing: David Nalbandian gave the thumbs-down sign to his coach during his semifinal math Saturday

COLUMBIANA CO. Strabala faces date in court over debt

The state debt is only part of what the convicted felon is said to owe. & lt;a

Freeze, warts! Product adds to removal lineup

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A company that's quickly boosted revenues with its 20-minute test for the AIDS

Summary of police activity for Canfield city and Austintown:

Summary of police activity for Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY: Aug. 25 Theft:

HOWLAND Panel: Lower Rte. 82 speed

The speed limit on state Route 82 is now 55 mph. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

STEELERS For first time, Maddox begins season as starting quarterback

Pittsburgh's offensive leader is the NFL's least-experienced veteran. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Tommy

WESTMINSTER Searching church for diversity

Pastors will choose one person from their congregation for the scholarship. By LAURE CIOFFI

It's time to step up efforts in war on global terrorism

Opinion: There is a simple explanation for the increase in terrorist activity in Iraq: A power vacuum exists,

NOTRE DAME Fighting Irish rally for 29-26 victory

Nicholas Setta's field goal completed a 20-point fourth quarter. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Nicholas

Hall, Ross struggle while OSU passing attack generates little

Ohio State managed 120 yards rushing against the Aztecs. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

BY THE NUMBERS | YSU 45, Slippery Rock 12

Slippery Rock9300--12 Youngstown St.142137--45 First Quarter YSU--DiMauro 6 pass from Marshall

Orientation at Rayen eased parent's concerns

Opinion: Orientation at Rayen eased parent's concerns EDITOR: It was just a week ago today that I sat in

TUESDAY DRAWINGS

TUESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-2-8 Pick 4, 4-4-8-2 Buckeye 5, 9-23-24-27-31

AUSTINTOWN Unused vacation time remains contract issue

A new contract for dispatchers is set to be approved by trustees. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF

ATLANTA Maddux tames Bucs to near record

Gary Sheffield's three hits led Atlanta's 9-2 triumph. ATLANTA (AP) -- Greg Maddux pitched into

Petro keeps promise to Valley

Opinion: Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro has earned the respect and gratitude of the Mahoning Valley's

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