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SHARON, PA. Letter says Mercer Co. caused viaduct delay
The bridge contractor's lawyer said the county caused the two-year delay. By HAROLD GWIN
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Depression Screening Day is Oct. 9
Dear Annie: I am a suicide prevention manager at Fort Benning in Georgia. Our soldiers and families
LOCAL
LOCAL Warren's Elser is player of week Warren G. Harding High junior Ben Elser was named Steel
BOXING Arum pushing for investigation
The promoter claims there was a conspiracy to vote against Oscar De La Hoya. LAS VEGAS (AP) --
Associated Press
Associated Press GAME-WINNER: Dallas Cowboys kicker Billy Cundiff (3) kicks the ball over the New
Business slowdown forces the Hot Rod Cafe to close
The owners say they hope a new restaurant moves in by spring. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
Defense wants to burn films
Jamal Lewis' record-setting game was depressing. BEREA (AP) -- The lights darkened, and suddenly
HERMITAGE Health-insurance group announces 2003-04 budget
By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU HERMITAGE, Pa. -- It will cost the Western Pennsylvania
BOARDMAN Mother and two daughters disappeared, police say
The family has been missing for more than two weeks. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
WARREN WCI Steel workers, city officials expect company rebound
The company pays about $300,000 annually in Warren income tax. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Germs just love grumps
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Some very friendly scientists, who work well together and admire each other's
YOUNGSTOWN Rapist gets 7-year sentence for assault
The others involved in the case were sentenced in juvenile court. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN | Planning and zoning
The city planning commission handled this item Tuesday: Canceled a hearing on a Community
STILL GOING: WCI Steel is operating through its bankruptcy.
STILL GOING: WCI Steel is operating through its bankruptcy.
BOARDMAN Police seek mother, 2 daughters who disappeared, leaving no trail
The family has been missing for more than two weeks. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
Ex-deputy posts modified bond
YOUNGSTOWN -- Michael Terlecky, former deputy sheriff of Mahoning County, was released from the
REVIEW Mystery is challenge to solve
The novel doesn't get bogged down in legal jargon. By MARY CAMPBELL ASSOCIATED PRESS "Clear
CORTLAND Council members vote to fire service director
The city is moving forward on additional lighting for courts at Willow Park. By STEPHEN SIFF
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MAHONING COUNTY Judge gives woman prison in boy's death
The woman had grown addicted to the pills and was buying them on the street, her attorney said. By
WARREN Mayor, service director to review cops' e-mails
Mobile data transmitters were installed in cruisers 18 months ago. WARREN -- Want to read more
WCI'S CREDITORS
WCI'S CREDITORS Top 10 unsecured claims WCI Steel listed the following as its top 10 unsecured
Mooney soccer in key games this week
Junior Kiki Willis is questionable with an ankle sprain. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS
HERMITAGE, PA. Plan to offer tax breaks
Only certain types of high-tech businesses would be allowed in the new district. By HAROLD GWIN
pittsburgh Producers, union launch ads to keep steel tariffs
The commercials use parts of Bush's Labor Day speech this year. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A coalition of
Author Morrison speaks about conflict, struggle
The author's newest novel comes out in October. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
CANDIDATES | Write-ins
Monday was the deadline for candidates to file as write-ins for the Nov. 4 general election. Only
FOOTBALL Ohio Associated Press poll
DIVISION I 1, Cle. St. Ignatius (23) 4-0337 2, Warren Harding (10) 4-0298 3, Mentor (2)
OHIO Secretary of state, group seek repeal of sales-tax increase
& yen;The secretary of state says Ohio is on the worst spending binge of any state. By JEFF
GAIL WHITE Coalition plans Stand Down to help people facing hard times
After 10 months and one day in Vietnam in 1971, George Otto of Youngstown was ready to stand down.
Photographs illuminate lives of music's greats
One photographer has compiled a photographic treasure. SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE ICK WATERMAN'S FRONT
STANDINGS Wild card races and magic numbers
Wild Card Glances American League WLPctGB Boston8762.584-- Seattle8664.57311/2 National
OLD FASHIONS Vintage clothing means high style at lower prices
Savvy women covet dated but unique, unusual items WASHINGTON POST Flaunting the banner
SAN FRANCISCO Bonds clubs 655th homer, needs 100 to catch Hank Aaron
Five more homers will tie the Giants slugger with Willie Mays. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry Bonds
VOLLEYBALL Liberty's Mills excels in match with Niles
Howland and Mineral Ridge also picked up victories. LIBERTY -- Chenelle Mills had a triple-double
youngstown Agency to discuss possible lease for wine, cigar lounge
Committee members expressed concern about possible repair costs. THE VINDICATOR By ROGER G.
Morgan looks ahead despite 0-2 start
By DAVE DEVEREUX VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NILES -- While the Cleveland Browns' 0-2 start places
WNBA PLAYOFFS Shock seeks to complete worst-to-first run tonight
Detroit hosts Los Angeles in Game 3 of the final series. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Swin Cash
WINONA Sewer project questions answered
Customers will pay about $44 monthly for sewer service. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
LIBERTY Expert speaks on addiction recovery
'Miracle of Recovery' was the program's theme. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR HEALTH WRITER
SHARON SPEEDWAY
SHARON SPEEDWAY SATURDAY'S RESULTS E-Mods (A-Main): 1. Brent Rhebergen, Clymer, N.Y.; 2. Richard
Clarett troubles remind us what is wrong with society
Opinion: Clarett troubles remind us what is wrong with society EDITOR: I don't know Maurice Clarett or
Public transportation system begins after a delay of 10 years
Federal funding will help link the new system to the regional airport. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Struthers City Council Finance & amp; Legislation Committee meets at 6:30 tonight in the
Struthers City Council Finance & amp; Legislation Committee meets at 6:30 tonight in the
Company's turnaround effort gets swamped by competitors
The Warren steel producer has been bleeding red ink since the end of 2000. THE VINDICATOR,
INSIDE/A3
INSIDE/A3 Company officials had been working on a restructuring plan but couldn't stave off
'EVERY GOOD BOY DOES FINE' | A review Depth in man's climb from disability
Tim Laskowski's debut novel goes beyond genres. By CAROL TAYLOR DALLAS MORNING NEWS "Every
WARREN Owners want building to thrive
Brothers want to add a day care, health club and hair salon to Riverside Square. THE VINDICATOR,
K-12 NEWS
K-12 NEWS Educational workshops YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Area Alliance of Black School
AUSTINTOWN Rolling Thunder stands vigil to call attention to POWs, MIAs
More than 88,000 Americans have been classified as POW or MIA since World War II. By MARALINE
Investigation
Investigation Police are focused on the possibility that a gang feud or drug dispute might have
HAPPY MOMENT: Reese Palmer of Clinton, Md., a member of the legendary Orioles, does a little dance
HAPPY MOMENT: Reese Palmer of Clinton, Md., a member of the legendary Orioles, does a little dance
Fed up, man protests township's work
Liberty's administrator says a comprehensive engineering study is needed to reduce flooding. By
NFL MONDAY Parcells' homecoming made sweet with OT win
Dallas' Billy Cundiff kicked seven field goals in the 35-32 victory over the Giants. EAST
INDIANS Twins are alone at top of division
Cleveland had a 2-1 lead until Minnesota's eight-run sixth inning. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Minnesota
AROUND THE HORN | Monday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 8, Devil Rays 2 BOSTON -- Derek Lowe won his fifth straight decision,
TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Comedy, drama, excess
Here's a look at some of the festival offerings. By Milan Paurich Vindicator Correspondent
Father on trial in baby's death
WARREN -- Testimony was expected to begin today in the trial of a man charged with murder in the
REVIEW Mystery introduces female detective in tale of child killers
The story is told from several vantage points, so the reader can't take sides. By VICTORIA A.
Police arrest man wanted in burglary
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Sharon police nabbed a Griswold Street man wanted in a burglary in Hermitage.
YOUNGSTOWN Ritual marks start of East Side school
The district plans three more groundbreakings in coming weeks. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
COMPTON Gang tie probed in Price slaying
The older sister of Venus and Serena Williams dies after being shot. COMPTON, Calif. (AP) --
Inside
Inside What's going on with the Steelers' running game? Billy Cundiff tied an NFL record with
NASCAR Isabel could disrupt races
Officials are watching the weather situation closely. THE ORLANDO SENTINEL In his first day on
Newswoman to speak
Newswoman to speak NORTH LIMA -- The public is invited to attend when Angee Shaker of WYTV News
YSU FOOTBALL Smith has become Penguins' go-to guy
The sophomore was named top offensive player in the 16-13 loss to Kent State. By PETE MOLLICA
OSU FOOTBALL Clarett enters innocent plea over misdemeanor
His attorney said that he never acknowledged exaggerating the items. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Attorneys
'THE ENGLISH ROSES' Madonna's book is sweet little tale
The kid's book teaches a lesson about envy and friendship. By CAROLE GOLDBERG THE HARTFORD
Separation of couple and estate is approved
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Some couples no longer have to argue about wallpaper in the living room
Grant will let county upgrade 911 system
Mahoning County will be the first in Ohio to have the cellular technology. By BOB JACKSON
IRAQ Attack on U.S. leads to big fight
A member of Saddam Hussein's regime turned himself in. TIKRIT, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. troops backed by
YOUNGSTOWN 512 seek cop jobs, sign up for exam
The city plans to hire 20 officers over two years. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
HERMITAGE SCHOOLS Drug testing up for debate for new workers, volunteers
There are no plans to test current school employees. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The Hermitage School Board
WARREN Man started the fighting during arrest, officer says
An officer said he witnessed the defendant going to a drug house. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
Five schools in poll
Five schools in poll Warren G. Harding High remains in second place in Division I in this week's
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Man charged with shooting at wife, child
SALEM -- A Leetonia man will appear in Columbiana County Municipal Court at noon Monday on charges
AP file photo
AP file photo ENTERTAINER DIES: Sheb Wooley, a veteran actor of films and television who also
HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER Mooney girls roll past Bristol
Kelli Willis and Marisa Simon combined for five goals in the 8-0 win. STRUTHERS -- Three goals
YSU FOOTBALL Heacock positive despite injuries
Injuries have forced the Penguins to reshuffle their offensive line. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Fire breaks out at closed motel
NORTH JACKSON -- The state fire marshal's office is investigating a fire that broke out Tuesday at
automakers Each side gave a bit in pacts, sources say
Deals include a signing bonus and lump-sum payment in the first two years. DETROIT (AP) -- Plant
Vindicator reader knows news, wins car
The winner will pick up her car today at Stadium GM in Salem. BOARDMAN -- Christine Rosebaugh
BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL Creekside Fitness Center -- has a hot shots camp next month, taught by Andy Vlajkovich,
Columbus seeking to regain state football championships
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Greater Columbus Sports Commission submitted a proposal Monday to the Ohio High
NATION
NATION Federal Reserve maintains low key interest rate WASHINGTON -- The Federal Reserve kept a
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Rams: Marc Bulger will start, at least for next week, while healthy quarterback Kurt Warner watches
Work continues on field
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Whether the first scheduled home soccer game for the Wilmington Area Varsity
Vocal hall of fame
Vocal hall of fame kTONY BUTALA, chairman and founder of the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in Sharon,
MAHONING COUNTY More charges in child porn case
The Sigle Lane man also was indicted this week in Trumbull County. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
AFC NORTH Steelers' ground game plummets to bottom six
Pittsburgh backs gained 60 yards on 16 tries in Kansas City. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Heavens to Franco
Isabel's fury cuts path of destruction
Authorities say the storm caused at least 12 deaths, seven of those in Virginia. RICHMOND, Va.
Early turnovers give Chaney good start in City Series win
In a 48-0 victory over, the offensive output in Chaney's favor was 389 to 84. By BOB ROTH
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-8-4 Pick 4, 6-7-7-9 Buckeye 5, 2-3-32-
SMITH TOWNSHIP Trustee guilty of destroying records
Blake pleaded no contest to the misdemeanor charge of dereliction of duty. By DAVID SKOLNICK
PNC PARK Bucs' Vogelsong earns first victory, 6-3
Pittsburgh is three games above .500 since trading three of its best players. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
HELOISE Recipe repeated for cupcakes in cones
Dear Heloise: I have misplaced the recipe for making cupcakes in ice-cream cones. I'd like to make
By DON SHILLING
By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR WARREN -- WCI Steel can survive bankruptcy, but it
Fireworks store blaze
Fireworks store blaze COLUMBIANA -- Officials say there's no sign of a break-in or foul play in
Trial begins in vehicular assault case
YOUNGSTOWN -- Trial began Tuesday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court for Patrick E. Pivarnik, 36,
FICTION
LONDON (AP) -- Three first-time novelists have made the shortlist of nominees for this year's Booker
Meeting to weigh Delmont's job
The grand jury is expected to meet again Wednesday to hear more testimony. By STEPHEN SIFF and