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CIVILIAN VICTIM: A statue of Jenny Wade stands outside the house where she was shot by a stray

CIVILIAN VICTIM: A statue of Jenny Wade stands outside the house where she was shot by a stray


COLUMBIANA CO. Officials await Salem's decision on 911 system

Salem officials will discuss the city's role in answering 911 calls. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR


COLUMBUS Reviews positive: No. 4 Buckeyes are good

Nine of Ohio State's last 11 wins have been by a touchdown or less. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ready or not,


WARREN State auditor to check records of janitorial supply purchases

The owner of one supply company pleaded guilty last week. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


FARRELL City includes more area for project development

Bob's Steel City Inn will be razed and the land cleared for commercial development. By HAROLD GWIN


Brenda Graves, Richard Cunat to be married

XBrenda Graves of Valley City and Richard Cunat of Copley announce their forthcoming marriage to


Jennifer McKown, Chris Marshall to wed Oct. 25

XLANSDALE, Pa. -- Announcement is being made of the engagement of Jennifer McKown and Chris


Neighbors rally against dump

Legislation for stricter requirements will get its first hearing this week. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


NFL Browns' victory frustrates 49ers, standout Owens

Quarterback Kelly Holcomb shredded San Francisco's defense for the win. By TOM WILLIAMS


LAWRENCE COUNTY Fosnaught calls for action against official, two nursing home buyers

One commissioner wants to wait for completion of a consultant's report. By LAURE CIOFFI


MAHONING COUNTY MRDD chief objects to plan to bill agency

The MRDD chief said there's no legal authority to require payment. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


MERCER COUNTY Team gets OK to help in jail move

The county must develop operational policies and procedures for the new jail. MERCER, Pa. -- The


AROUND THE HORN Monday's games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 12, Tigers 6 KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Detroit set an A.L. record with its


PREP GOLF Liberty overcomes weather, sectional field for title

Colby DeCapua was the tournament's medalist for third-place Brookfield. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


HOWLAND Officials examine tax-cut requests

The reductions would mean a loss of almost $1 million per year. By ANGELA V. WOODHULL VINDICATOR


U.S. steel industry still needs protection from unfair trade

Opinion: President Bush is halfway toward sending the rest of the world a message that the United States will


N.L. CENTRAL Larkin not happy with Reds' offer

The 18-year veteran turned down a 1-year deal to play next season. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Barry


YOUNGSTOWN Officials, kids break ground for school

For information on any of the school projects, visit youngstownschools.com. By JoANNE VIVIANO


49ers' lineman stresses unity, personal growth

That, he says, is the answer to San Francisco bouncing back. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS


Mahoning County's auditor warns of budgetary storm

Opinion: "The county government basically is staring at bankruptcy," Mahoning County Auditor George Tablack


Holcomb is day-to-day with leg, ankle injuries

He played almost the whole game with a hairline fracture in his right leg. BEREA (AP) -- Kelly


The forgotten epidemic

Opinion: Washington Post: This year, more than a million people -- and possibly as many as 3 million -- will


REGIONAL AIRPORT Agency denies $1 million grant

Airport officials hoped the grant would help lure Delta. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


STREET PAVING

STREET PAVING City of Farrell The city will spend $146,862 to pave portions of four streets and


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to


USTA MEN'S CHALLENGER

USTA MEN'S CHALLENGER OF SAN ANTONIO At The Club at Sonterra Purse: $50,000 Surface: Hard-


Braves manager gets suspension

ATLANTA (AP) -- Braves manager Bobby Cox was suspended for two games and fined Monday by the


POLAND WALGREENS Magistrate: Initiative isn't to be on ballot

One opponent vows to continue the fight. By DAVID SKOLNICK and JOHN GOODWIN VINDICATOR STAFF


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

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OHIO Senior centers hail prescription card

Area residents will get their new Golden Buckeye cards in late November. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


TOP 10

TOP 10 Love is in the air The most romantic cities in the U.S., from Bridal Guide magazine:


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SOUTHEASTERN CONFERENCE Bowden may have violated deal made at Auburn

He signed an agreement that he knew of no violations while he was coach. AUBURN, Ala. (AP) --


AFC NORTH Steelers' pass defense improves

The statistical comparisons from this season to last are striking. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- They didn't


Museum shows all about Hopalong Cassidy

Museum shows all about Hopalong Cassidy Hoppy and Topper are once again center stage as the


Officials favor renaming Idaho Street for King

A church asked why Farrell and Sharon have no streets honoring King. FARRELL, Pa. -- Idaho Street


LOS ANGELES Bodybuilder charged with solicitation of murder in Kobe case

In Denver, the media argued that Bryant's preliminary hearing should be open to the public. LOS


NHL PRESEASON STANDINGS

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Resurgent Falcons topple Boardman

After a slow start, Fitch has won eight straight matches. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS


Tailgating cuisine

Tailgating cuisine kTODAY'S FOOD page serves up recipes -- such as the one for the red beans and


Yannucci-Kohli engagement is made known

XGIRARD -- The forthcoming marriage of Kimberly Yannucci and Aneal Kohli, both of 1038 Park Circle


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TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Comedy, drama, excess

Here's a look at some of the festival offerings. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


BIG EAST Pitt's Harris doesn't have answer for loss

In each of the coach's seven years at Pitt, there has been at least one totally unexpected defeat.


CLOTHING FADS Teens get into pajamas for school, not for bed

A Virginia school principal wants the slack to end and the slacks to return. WASHINGTON POST At


YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT Board to study criteria for chief

Expect to pay the new leader at least $125,000, the consultant said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


EARLY ENTRY Clarett's attorney, NFL hold meeting

They discussed the possibilities of the Ohio State tailback entering the draft. COLUMBUS (AP) --


Agency approves pact

Agency approves pact YOUNGSTOWN -- Downtown's redevelopment agency has approved a contract to


Hearing to be held in vandalism case

YOUNGSTOWN -- A disciplinary hearing will be scheduled for four of the five girls accused of


YSU Videos to focus on terrorism

A speaker will discuss terrorism and human rights. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University is


Jury convicts man in death of daughter

WARREN -- A man convicted of killing his 7-month-old daughter could face a sentence of 15 years to


SHENANGO VALLEY Panel won't suggest merger

The panel's model municipality won't work financially. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU


BENGALS Dillon blames turf for injury

The surface at Paul Brown Stadium is one of the worst in the league. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Corey


JAMES AND MORRIS CAREY \ On the House Spas provide cool-weather, warm-water fun

There are some interesting misconceptions concerning spas (hot tubs). First, they aren't "most


130 sign up for test to be police officers

130 sign up for test to be police officers WARREN -- The city human resources department says 130


Broncos' first-quarter outburst keys 31-10 drubbing of Raiders

Quarterback Jake Plummer ignited Denver to a 3-0 start. DENVER (AP) -- A perfect first quarter was


Motorist dies after vehicle crash on Route 422 bypass in Union Twp.

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Union Township police are searching for the cause of a fatal crash on the U.S.


BIG XII CONFERENCE Missouri's defense poor in 41-40 overtime victory

Youngstown's Brad Smith had to rally the team against Middle Tennessee. ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH


YOUNGSTOWN Leadership expert to share his knowledge, offer tips

He says it's important to have strong grounding and ethics. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR


RED CROSS Lawrence, Beaver chapters to join forces

The ARC used to have nearly 3,000 chapters in the 1990s. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Few outward changes


ERIE, PA. Woman charged in connection with frozen body

A man told police he agreed to help hide the body. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- A woman acquitted in the


49ers not yet into must-win situation

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Despite a 1-2 start that has San Francisco already two games behind the


Dentist shortage leaves a need to fill

Away from well-off cities and suburbs, the country has a shortage of dentists. BERLIN, N.H. (AP)


CARLISLE, PA. Filmmaker faces murder charge

Authorities say an Internet 'hit-man' manual may have been used. CARLISLE, Pa. (AP) -- An aspiring


POLICE BLOTTER

Summary of recent police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN Sept. 16 Assault: A


YSU Research funding increases at school

External funding has grown eightfold since 1994-95. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION


Soldiers for reconstruction

Opinion: Washington Post: The summer offensive by Taliban forces in southern Afghanistan has damaged the


Associated Press

Associated Press CAREER TAKES OFF: Vietnamese-American comedian Dat Phan practices a sketch at the


WARREN Judge sentences man who alleges brutality

An appeal was filed with the 11th District Court of Appeals. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR


REGION

REGION Diane Sauer to receive Ohio Governor's Award WARREN -- Diane R. Sauer of Diane Sauer's


MEETING

MEETING Hubbard school board The Hubbard Board of Education met Monday. Here are meeting


NEWTON FALLS Council looks at regulating kids' scooters

The scooters can be driven legally only on private property. NEWTON FALLS -- A new trend in


Lisbon sues contractors over renovation project

LISBON -- The village is suing two contractors, contending they violated their contracts involving a


Expect Dotson to be returned for Texas trial

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- Former Baylor basketball player Carlton Dotson should be


APOSTOLAKIS HONDA Dealership opens larger showroom

The dealer needed more space and an upgrade to Honda's new look. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO


FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL Division I-AA Poll PHILADELPHIA -- The top 25 teams in the Sports Network Division I-AA


RESEARCH AT YSU Faculty awards

1993 $870,000 1994 $1.2 million 1995 $738,000 1996 $1.2 million 1997 $1.4 million 1998 $3


REVIEW Fuhrman's latest presents argument against death penalty

What he saw in the Oklahoma justice system changed Fuhrman's mind. By STEVE WEINBERG KNIGHT


Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune GOING WITH A THEME: Antique dishcloths and a wall hanging are part of Laura


SOUTH-CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA For a little variety this fall, try Gettysburg, Hershey, Amish country

This part of the state is the best place to slow down and take it easy. GETTYSBURG, Pa. (AP) -- A


Reddick is ready

Reddick is ready Thanks to Brandi Chastain's broken foot, Cat Reddick figures to be a starter for


PRO FOOTBALL Buffalo getting thin at running back; Morris is set for surgery

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Buffalo's backup Sammy Morris will miss at least two weeks after surgery


LOTTERY RESULTS

THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-8-3 Pick 4, 3-8-2-5 Buckeye 5, 15-19-


AGENDA

AGENDA THURSDAY Library Strategic Planning Committee, 1 p.m., Austintown Library meeting room,


Miss McElfresh, Seamus McMahon to be married

XNILES -- Dennis and Maryann McElfresh of Niles are announcing the engagement of their daughter,


YOUNGSTOWN Younger officers give new life to 100-year-old Krakusy Hall

Krakusy Hall has been a South Side fixture since 1903. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER


EARLY ENTRY Clarett files suit against the NFL

If he wins, the Youngstown native would be eligible for the 2004 draft. NEW YORK (AP) -- Suspended


Driver jailed after chase, charged with theft

VOLANT, Pa. -- New Wilmington Police Chief Carmen Piccirillo knew something was wrong when he saw


PREP FOOTBALL Officials uncover facts in hazing

But they need the help of a grand jury to subpoena witnesses. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A prosecutor


BIRTHS

Forum Health Northside April Douthitt, 1720 Glenwood, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 23. Marvina Scott


NHL Penguins' No. 1 choice off to impressive start

His first victory led to a coach's decision to start him tonight. CANONSBURG, Pa. (AP) -- It was


Sewage abatement plans

Sewage abatement plans HANOVERTON -- A public hearing is set for 7 p.m. Sept. 30 for residents of


Council OKs annexation of court land

LISBON -- Village council voted unanimously to accept the annexation of property where the new


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Grandma refuses to attend wedding

Dear Annie: I have three sons, and we always were close to my parents. When Dad died, we helped Mom


HELOISE Bootlegger's Beans recipe is favorite

Dear Friends: One of my mother's tried-and-true recipes is the one for Bootlegger's Beans -- a


SHARON Calif. company buys Infectech, plans products from patents

Infectech's chief executive says he and his staff will remain in Sharon. THE VINDICATOR,


Holmes-Amsha wedding set for Oct. 18

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Dennis and Denise Spencer of Halls Heights Avenue are announcing the engagement of


Best Bets/Hot Tickets

Best Bets/Hot Tickets TONIGHT * Guests at the fictional Black Bull Inn in North Yorkshire must


MERCER COUNTY Group blasts inaction over BYOB nude club

The American Family Association wants action against a local bottle club. By HAROLD GWIN


GIRARD Council OKs plans to fix flood damage

Officials also approved a temporary waterline to the Parkwood area. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


NATURAL GAS Severe winter will send prices up

Supplies leave little room for a big demand. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Natural gas supplies have


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Vincent B. DePascale Sr., 22, of 1534 Brownlee Ave., Poland,


YOUNGSTOWN Chief makes operation changes to improve police response time

The police chief doesn't want another late response to a critical call for help. By PATRICIA MEADE


NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes

Rams: Running back Marshall Faulk will miss four-to-six weeks with a broken left hand, even though


Life in religious commune

The book looks at Zoar through pictures and visitors' recollections. By THERESA M. HEGEL


Hubbard haunted house

Hubbard haunted house HUBBARD -- Hubbard Kiwanis Haunted House at 32 S. Main St. will open Oct. 3


PHILADELPHIA Rock and Soul: Bon Jovi has stake in AFL expansion

Former Youngstown State player Ron Jaworski is the Soul's president. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Jon Bon


"Whatever view each of us may take of the events of recent months, it is vital for all of us that

Opinion: "Whatever view each of us may take of the events of recent months, it is vital for all of us that


CHAMPION Career center weighs need for space

Other spaces were converted to classrooms to accommodate programs. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


YSU

YSU Women's golf WARREN -- Gina Abruzzino led Youngstown State to a second-place finish at the


PLAYER'S DEATH Lawsuit against church is over $75M

Parents of the Pittsburgh player are critical that the priest responsible wasn't disciplined or


Council to consider refinance of bonds

WARREN -- The city wants to take advantage of low-interest rates by refinancing long-term bonds.


HERMITAGE Damaged rink being torn down

The insurance company told the couple to proceed. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The fire-damaged Olympic Fun


SALEM Ex-teacher sues school district, asks court to have her reinstated

The district superintendent denies the suit's allegations. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM


Program on heart disease

Program on heart disease NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Jameson Memorial Hospital will have an open house


PREP SOCCER West Branch keeps rolling along, beats McKinley, 9-1

Brittny Humphrey scored all five of Liberty's goals in a 6-5 loss to Lakeview. CANTON -- Paige


FLAG FOOTBALL

FLAG FOOTBALL All-Out Sports -- will put on a 4-on-4, double-elimination tournament for players


SURPLUS FOOD

SURPLUS FOOD Commandment Keepers Temple, 1331 Brighton St., Youngstown, various commodities, 8 to


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher P. Kerby, 43, of 242 S. DeHoff, Austintown, and


Service fees double for most civil court processes

YOUNGSTOWN -- Service fees for all civil processes through the courts were increased today, in most


Today is Wednesday, Sept. 24, the 267th day of 2003. There are 98 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Sept. 24, the 267th day of 2003. There are 98 days left in the year. On this


STANDINGS Wild card & amp; magic numbers

Wild Card races American League WLPctGB Boston9264.590-- Seattle9067.57321/2 National


Discussion group to meet

Discussion group to meet BOARDMAN -- The Ebony Perspectives book group will meet at Barnes &


SUPREME COURT Lawyer: Return WTI case for trial

Expert evidence was ignored by the lower courts, the attorney said. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN,


AUTO INDUSTRY Union will lose more jobs

Most will occur through attrition and early retirements, not layoffs. DETROIT (AP) -- The United


WORLD CUP SOCCER Reddick steps in to lineup following Chastain's injury

The defender is the lone amateur on this year's squad. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- If Cat Reddick wasn't


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

MONDAY'S RESULTS GOLF, BOYS CLASS AA SECTIONAL Team Results: 1. Liberty 321. 2. Cardinal


LEADERS

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