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Mazzante sets Big Ten record

The Penn State standout became the conference's all-time leading scorer. ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE


The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and


OHIO Some cities decline to tax lottery winnings

Marion's mayor, meanwhile, wants to make sure his city can tax such windfalls. SOUTH EUCLID (AP)


COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE

WEDNESDAY'S SCORES MEN EAST Allegheny 82, Oberlin 48 Alvernia 96, Villa Julie 75 Baruch 61,


CARDIOLOGY Cancer drug gets new task: helping stents do their job

The devices are used to keep arteries open, but reclogging frequently occurs. LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY


DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL RACE John Kerry and voters: This time, it's personal

Boston newspapers have endorsed him. PEMBROKE, N.H. (AP) -- Democratic presidential candidate John


HOW HE SEES IT This time Robert Rubin is all wet on deficit

Opinion: By JAMES K. GLASSMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Robert Rubin, Bill Clinton's Treasury


State of Union address: A realistic agenda?

Opinion: State of Union address: A realistic agenda? President Bush's State of the Union address not only


NATION Ads shock in effort to alert parents to violence in games

The radio spots feature children talking about mature-rated video games. By BILL HUTCHENS TACOMA


'THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST' Pope's personal secretary says pontiff does not endorse movie

Mel Gibson's film is set to premiere Ash Wednesday, Feb. 25. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Pope John


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John E. Morgan, 27, of 292 Whipple Ave., Campbell, and Mary F.


WASHINGTON CIA warns of Iraq civil war, despite Bush's upbeat talk

Dire scenarios were discussed in the White House, a senior official said. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


BRIDGE

North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x A 10 6 5 u A Q 6 4 v 10 8 w J 10 5 WEST


A house-proud class

Students put in extra hours to work on building their house. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR


Smith's revived running: Antowain Smith is going back to Houston on a roll.

Smith's revived running: Antowain Smith is going back to Houston on a roll. New England's running


METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Cotter goes over 1,000 points in Salem's victory

With a 72-23 win over Niles, the Quakers improved to 12-1. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS


TRUMBULL COUNTY Carson opts to get out of jail business

Commissioners don't see a conflict of interest in the administrator's roles. By STEPHEN SIFF and


CHAMPION Feeling the heat, Hovanic returns to trustee position

CHAMPION -- Less than a month after resigning his trustee position to become township administrator,


Dean's speech will likely haunt him for rest of the campaign, experts say

Dean risks being labeled as too angry and unstable to be president. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


WEATHERSFIELD SCHOOLS District doesn't plan to use savings from workers' comp to restore busing

The savings would not cover one month of busing, the treasurer said. MINERAL RIDGE -- The


AREA COLLEGES Accurate Allegheny notches NCAC decision over Oberlin

Slippery Rock battled Clarion, the nation's sixth-ranked team, before falling. MEADVILLE, Pa. --


YOUNGSTOWN-WARREN REGIONAL AIRPORT Counties have plan to get airline going

The port authority says it will pay the counties back within five years. By STEPHEN SIFF


PENNSYLVANIA 1st-time drunken-driving offenders will get 2nd chance under new law

Defense attorneys like the break for first-time offenders. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The new lower


ENRON Former top accountant surrenders

A lawyer for a former Enron accountant says he did nothing wrong. HOUSTON (AP) -- Enron Corp.'s


PA. TURNPIKE Truckers say rise in tolls will hurt

An industry group is lobbying to have the new rates phased in slowly. HARRISBURG (AP) -- With


MERCER COUNTY Housing agency to get more funds

Some of the money will be used to improve services to senior citizens. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


HUBBARD TOWNSHIP Zoning panel offers 3 proposals

A proposal would prohibit dangerous or nuisance animals within the township. By TIM YOVICH


WASHINGTON USO accounting under review over luxury expenditures for entertainers

Donations are supposed to pay for first-class tickets and other perks. LOS ANGELES TIMES


Law rules as Pats defense delivers

He intercepted Peyton Manning three times and shadowed Marvin Harrison. FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) -- Ty


DRUG MONEY

DRUG MONEY Forfeitures U.S. Attorney Greg White handed out forfeiture money from drug dealers to


'Annie' anniversary edition DVD includes a sing-along feature

By NANCY CHURNIN DALLAS MORNING NEWS It's not a hard-knock life for "Annie" fans. Columbia


YSU men drop OT thriller

The Penguins couldn't hold a late lead against Butler. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


GREENVILLE, PA. After long delay, Streetscape plans take shape

The project will happen in six phases. By LAURI GALENTINE VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT.


NEXT WEEK'S MUSIC

NEXT WEEK'S MUSIC In stores Tuesday Blueridge, "Side By Side" Scotty Emerick, "Coast Is Clear"


F.N.B. president to ring opening bell

THE VINDICATOR HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Stephen J. Gurgovits, president and chief executive of F.N.B.


Builder would get $7M to use riverfront land

Council gave unanimous support to using the whole federal grant for an arena. & lt;a


REGION

REGION Little Tikes to close toy plant in Sebring SEBRING -- The Little Tikes Co. is closing its


Ohio chickens produce about 8.1 billion eggs per year, with an estimated retail value topping $607

Ohio chickens produce about 8.1 billion eggs per year, with an estimated retail value topping $607


TELEVISION Q & amp;A

TELEVISION Q & amp;A Q. What is the title of the theme song on "Joan of Arcadia"? Who is the


FLORIDA Citrus growers fight juice-market loss

Florida orange growers say the Atkins diet can include juice. LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) -- Tired of


COLUMBIANA CO. Officials vote to rebid project

One union leader said the low bid should have been tossed into a trash can. By NANCY TULLIS


MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY Dream first, then roll up sleeves

Ridicule only made a Youngstown native work harder. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR


Pre-college workshop

Pre-college workshop YOUNGSTOWN -- Several hundred high school students in grades nine through 12


New England baffled Manning, Colts to win the AFC crown.

FOXBORO, Mass (AP) -- On a cold day in New England, Ty Law and the Patriots put Peyton Manning on


Vehicle used in break-in

Vehicle used in break-in YOUNGSTOWN -- Someone used a vehicle to ram through the side brick wall


Mad cow scare prompts job worries

Hundreds of workers have been laid off because of the mad cow disease scare. FREMONT, Neb. (AP) --


AUSTINTOWN Oles fumes over 'grandstanding' colleagues

The other two trustees affirmed that a police levy will be on the ballot. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


SHARON SCHOOLS Cops probe fraudulent $12K check

The check was cashed at a bank in South Africa. SHARON, Pa. -- Authorities want to know how a $24


UTAH At the Sundance Film Festival, distributors work on movie deals

Companies usually go alone to buy a movie, but some have partnered up. PARK CITY, Utah (AP) --


POLICE CALLS

Summary of police activity in city of Canfield and Austintown. CANFIELD Jan. 13 Theft: Police


There's little cause to really appreciate the 'Butterfly Effect'

A superb performance from Ashton Kutcher can't save the bad film. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR


WOMEN'S COLLEGE ROUNDUP Top 25

No. 3 Texas 67, Oklahoma St. 45 AUSTIN, Texas -- Jamie Carey scored 18 points as Texas won its


IRAQ, AFGHANISTAN Combat duty hones Army, acts as catalyst for change

Deployments accelerate military reorganization. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- Maj.


Parking tax at 50%? That's a lot like sinful, experts say

The plan might backfire, the parking authorities and others say. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- By raising its


Examiner: Cheerleader's injuries suggest accident

WAILUKU, Hawaii (AP) -- Injuries suffered by a New Jersey cheerleader who fell to her death from a


DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Enhanced penalties

The Ohio State Legislature enhanced the penalty for repeat offenders, who now face up to five years


VIDEO GAMES Record companies offer up some tunes

Performers are getting a piece of the action by doing songs for video games. By ERIC GWINN


TRUMBULL COUNTY Carson to leave private-jail business

Commissioners don't see a conflict of interest in the administrator's roles. & lt;a


NHL Malhotra's effort is a Blues-beater

Now on the Blue Jackets' third line, the 23-year-old had two goals against St. Louis. COLUMBUS


France's ban on beards, bandannas angers teachers, religious leaders

PARIS (AP) -- France's fight to keep religion out of schools has entered new -- and some say absurd


NBA ROUNDUP | Wednesday's games

Timberwolves 108, Raptors 97 TORONTO -- Sam Cassell had 30 points and 13 assists to lead Minnesota


Scam targets U.S. Bank customers

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- U.S. Bank warned consumers Monday to ignore e-mails that appeared to have


WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS

WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-0-5 Pick 4, 5-9-9-8 Buckeye 5, 1-4-19-


PREP WRESTLING Hephner tournament holds 'unique' format

By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF AUSTINTOWN -- The Josh Hephner Memorial Wrestling


MARTINEZ, Calif. (AP) -- Scott Peterson's double-murder trial will be presided over by a retired

MARTINEZ, Calif. (AP) -- Scott Peterson's double-murder trial will be presided over by a retired


CELEBRATION AT YSU

CELEBRATION AT YSU The Vindicator/Mark W. Lipczynski Event highlights Chinese culture, welcomes


Panel: Arts are key to reviving city

More than twice as many people could be drawn into the city, a YSU dean says. By MARALINE KUBIK


ENTERTAINMENT EXTRA

ENTERTAINMENT EXTRA Kutcher gets serious k FOR CURRENT Hollywood "It Boy" Ashton Kutcher,


NBC GIRLS BASKETBALL W. Branch closes in on title

In order to make league history, the Warriors must play well on the road. By ERIC HAMILTON


Moby defends comedian over slew of hate mail

Moby defends comedian over slew of hate mail Techno rocker Moby has come to the defense of


2 American soldiers die in mortar attack

Three Iraqi women who worked at a U.S. base were killed in an ambush. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A


AUSTRALIAN OPEN Third-seeded Venus Williams delights crowd

She overcame 23 unforced errors to defeat her 112th-ranked opponent, 6-4, 6-2. MELBOURNE,


Kent State gives Broncos first MAC loss

ASSOCIATED PRESS KENT -- Bryan Bedford had 18 points and DeAndre Haynes added 16 points to lead


'LORD OF THE RINGS' Actor writes about bringing Gollum to life

Andy Serkis went beyond just voicing the character. NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy Serkis crouches on the


GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Some find that mint aggravates heartburn

Q. Several years ago, I was experiencing serious heartburn. I had always enjoyed chewing mint gum,


MEN'S TOP 25 No. 1 Duke escapes jinx; Saint Joseph's now 16-0

Cincinnati suffered its first loss at the hands of Louisville. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLLEGE PARK,


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .46 22.68 22.73 Avalon Holdings,3.75 3.80 Bank


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Women collaborate in the business of Get'n Fit

Fun. Inspirational. Energetic. Healthy. A lot of words describe Donna Fox and Brenda Hughes'


MEN'S BASKETBALL Westminster's wide-open offense works

Key statistics favored Grove City, but the scoreboard favored Westminster, 91-86. By BILL ALBRIGHT


MONIKERS Parents use strategy for playing name game

Professor finds that parents are naming their babies after elite products. KNIGHT RIDDER


Block watch election

Block watch election YOUNGSTOWN -- Buckeye Eyes & amp; Ears Block Watch will have an election


ILLEGAL FILE SHARING Recording industry sues computer users

Targets of lawsuits are distributing an average of 800 songs online. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


United Community posts record earnings

THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN -- In 2003, United Community Financial Corp. posted record earnings for


Lettermen show

Lettermen show SHARON, Pa. -- A benefit concert by The Lettermen and a Valentine's Day dinner-


Penguins beaten by Bondra

The Capitals' standout recovered from the flu and contributed to a 4-3 win. WASHINGTON (AP) --


MOVIE REVIEW 'Gospel' vision doesn't compromise

The movie doesn't skimp on authenticity. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT It's


NFL Owner's words make believers out of Panthers

Jerry Richardson promised Carolina a Super Bowl title within 10 years of its start. CHARLOTTE,


House passes revised closing schedule

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Lawmakers approved a bill Wednesday that allows a shorter review period before


Strickland, veterans to sue VA secretary

WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. Rep Ted Strickland of Lisbon, D-6th, said Wednesday that he and a Vietnam


ISRAEL Sharon vows not to resign despite looming scandal

The prime minister faces possible indictment on bribery-related charges. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israeli


ELLWOOD CITY, PA. High school warns about meningitis

No secondary cases have been reported. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU ELLWOOD


Strickland: Gephardt saw it was coming

The congressman spent a week in Iowa on the stump. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER


BASEBALL

BASEBALL BB Rooners -- of the GABF has two roster openings for the summer season, which consists


NILES FIRE Official details what led to mix-up

The city now has a verbal mutual-aid agreement with the township. & lt;a


WESTERN PA. Dominion Peoples workers go on strike

The union rejected a 15 percent pay increase because of other issues. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Hundreds


INCENTIVES

INCENTIVES Latest arena proposal Details of incentives the city is willing to provide to Global


Animal problems are really problems caused by people

Opinion: Animal problems are really problems caused by people EDITOR: I have been following the articles


NBA Cavaliers try to free James

Their trade with Portland allows them to move LeBron James to off-guard. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Darius


Improving health care in prisons to cost $3.5M

COLUMBUS (AP) -- The cost of improving health care for Ohio prison inmates could be as much as $3.5


BIG 10 Penn State routed by Illinois, 80-37

Wisconsin won its 23rd straight home game. ASSOCIATED PRESS CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Roger Powell


NBC says 'Crossing Jordan' will return

ZAP2IT.COM As expected, NBC has announced that long-absent drama "Crossing Jordan" will return to


LORAIN, OHIO Man charged with killing wife at library in front of schoolkids

Police had gone to the couple's home Sunday night. LORAIN, Ohio (AP) -- A crowd of elementary and


NEW YORK Jury selection begins in trial of Martha Stewart

Legal experts say the trial's outcome is hard to predict. NEW YORK (AP) -- Martha Stewart, the


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE Bittersweet: Blue Jackets come close to victory

Instead, Rick Nash helped them earn a tie with Edmonton. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Rick Nash scored his


NASCAR Blaney assured one race; rest up in air

The driver's Nextel Cup future is uncertain. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF HARTFORD


NESHANNOCK, PA. Closing off part of park in winter has cut vandalism, officials say

More than 100,000 people frequent the park each year, the director said. By LAURA MILOSER


Clarett's future

Clarett's future k THE MOTHER of suspended Ohio State running back Maurice Clarett said Monday


Today is Thursday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2004. There are 344 days left in the year. On Jan. 22,

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2004. There are 344 days left in the year. On Jan. 22,


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Lock Jr. and Gloria Beachum, 7887 Eastbrook Trail, Youngstown, boy, Jan.


ROUNDUP | Sunday's other games

Thrashers 5, Hurricanes 2 RALEIGH, N.C. -- Randy Robitaille scored two power-play goals off


CRIME STOPPERS

CRIME STOPPERS Greater Youngstown The homicide of Demetrius Chatman is the focus of Crime


Blue Jackets beat Blues

Blue Jackets beat Blues Manny Malhotra scored two goals to lead the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 3-1


MARS MISSION Rain delays NASA signals to Spirit rover

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Rain in Australia could continue to delay signals that instruct the Spirit rover


NBC 'Friends' finale rakes in ad cash

The creators are keeping the conclusion under wraps. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS It pays to have


HARRISBURG Audit criticizes spending habits of transportation department

The agency spent nearly $700,000 on employee recognition a few years ago. HARRISBURG (AP) -- When


School worker spots smoke, averts damage

GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Firefighters said it was fortunate that a maintenance crew was in East Elementary


SALEM SCHOOLS Board rethinks pledge for facility

A hearing was to be today for a suspended worker whose job is in jeopardy. By NORMAN LEIGH


DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Repeat offense penalty boosted

It's not uncommon to encounter someone with multiple convictions. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR


DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Latest arena plan returns to riverfront

Council gave unanimous support to using the whole federal grant for an arena. By ROGER G. SMITH


NBC Parties net a special for mind master

Gerry Cambridge says he finds it 'double-cool' to meet television's stars. By ED BARK DALLAS


REPORT Do improved election systems await voters? Don't count on it

A few states, including Florida, have made some changes. ASSOCIATED PRESS The presidential


PHILADELPHIA University names provost as president

The current president is stepping down in June. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The University of


Penguins' dry spell hurts in 55-45 loss

Butler dealt YSU its 16th straight defeat. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN


HEALTH Study: Our brains keep working while we sleep

The study is considered hard evidence to support the common-sense idea. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Kodak plans to cut 20 percent of work force

Kodak plans to cut 20 percent of work force ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Photography giant Eastman Kodak


AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "The Odd Couple -- Female Version." The Youngstown Playhouse, 500 Playhouse Lane,


DISTRICT Cards beat Hoover for first time

CANFIELD -- Emily Wollet doubled her scoring average, as the Canfield High girls basketball team


FRAZIER MOORE | Opinion Trust the media? Maybe you can, but TV reminds us that it's not easy

I couldn't help noticing how rock musician Michael Stipe has lately sported a T-shirt that declares,


VIDEO GAME REVIEW 'NFL Street' offers attitude in a sanitized sort of way

The game has a hip-but-hokey quality. By MIKE ANTONUCCI KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "NFL Street"


Yes, it is a shame

Opinion: Washington Post: How long do you imagine drug dealing could take place in front of the White House


JOSEPH L. GALLOWAY Reservists in Iraq feel like second-class soldiers

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- The dean of military sociologists, Charles Moskos, toured Iraq recently listening to


CAL THOMAS President prudently picked Pickering

Opinion: Reacting to President George Bush's recess appointment of Charles W. Pickering Sr. to a federal


MEDICAL RESEARCH U.S. spent $75 billion on health care linked to obesity, study finds

Through Medicare and Medicaid, taxpayers footed half the bill. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


GROVE CITY Hospital begins offering heart catheterization

The hospital invested about $600,000 to make the service available locally. By HAROLD GWIN


'Schindler's List' to hit DVD as set

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Steven Spielberg's Oscar-winning "Schindler's List," one of the most acclaimed


PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Sorry, Eagles. Not this time, either. The surprising Carolina Panthers are

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Sorry, Eagles. Not this time, either. The surprising Carolina Panthers are


AUSTRALIAN OPEN Drug scandal hangs over opening stages

Greg Rusedski tested positive for a banned steroid, blames ATP supplements. MELBOURNE, Australia


Equipment is damaged

Equipment is damaged SALEM -- Someone used a drill to flatten three tires on a piece of


Reconsider inmate bed tax at private prison in city

Opinion: Reconsider inmate bed tax at private prison in city EDITOR: I'm writing to express my


HARRISBURG Women's names sought for award

HARRISBURG -- Nominations are now being taken for Pennsylvania's ninth annual Best 40 Women in


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY To cure cabin fever, make the most of your time

I have just finished reading Victor Hugo's "Les Miserables." That is to say, I just finished off 502


Dog goes home to original owner

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- The golden retriever that made headlines after her newly adoptive family


YOUNGSTOWN Teacher: Music is mirror of culture

Du said studying music can lead to an understanding of different cultures. By JoANNE VIVIANO


LOCAL

LOCAL Correction Canfield High red team's Chris Traikoff's third place finish at 160 pounds, at


AGENDA

AGENDA WEDNESDAY City of Struthers Finance and Legislation Committee, 6:30 p.m., municipal


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES AREA Massillon Perry 56, Can. Timken 43 Boardman 65, Mohawk 47


ROUNDUP Wednesday's other games

Maple Leafs 3, Capitals 2 WASHINGTON -- Alexei Ponikarovsky, who has scored four of his seven NHL


ELLEN GOODMAN Let's smash religious stereotypes

Opinion: BOSTON -- It was probably a good omen that the Iowa caucuses were held on Martin Luther King Day.


WARREN Public library explores Underground Railroad

WARREN -- The public is invited to attend a program about the Underground Railroad at 2 p.m Feb. 21


HELOISE Web site gives info on road construction

Dear Heloise: I heard there was a Web site about places to check on road construction before leaving


WARREN Internal investigation discovers driver's licenses in cop's cruiser

Some licenses were in the officer's possession for nearly a year, the probe found. By PEGGY


Champion High to reopen

Champion High to reopen CHAMPION -- Superintendent Pamela Hood expects Champion High School to


ST. ROSE SCHOOL, Girard -- Registration for all grades runs Monday through Friday at the school, 61

ST. ROSE SCHOOL, Girard -- Registration for all grades runs Monday through Friday at the school, 61


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Neighbor boy's aggression is downright mean

Dear Annie: One of my neighbors has a 7-year-old boy I'll call "Max." Max enjoys playing with my two


WEATHERSFIELD RMI union: Retirement incentives could help end dispute

Workers have been locked out of the Weathersfield mill for three months. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


UPN Amish reality TV: reverse 'Simple Life'?

It wouldn't be the first time the Amish have actually been on television. By ELLEN GRAY KNIGHT


WASHINGTON Congress looks to pass spending

Many Democrats are still angry, but enough are expected to help pass it. WASHINGTON (AP) --


COLUMBUS Debate rages over gay marriage ban

The bill, approved Wednesday by the state senate, moves back to the House. COLUMBUS (AP) --


LONDON Tycoons to buy papers

The billionaire twin brothers look to expand their media holdings. LONDON (AP) -- The twin tycoons


MAHONING VALLEY Official doles out forfeiture money

The Warren chief will have a firearms training system in a month. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR


MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP Reimold co-leading scorer in Bowling Green's victory

Virginia gave Florida State its 18th straight ACC road loss. ASSOCIATED PRESS BOWLING GREEN --


Colts' Manning not in MVP form

He didn't look like the quarterback who orchestrated two playoff wins. FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) --


"We have not come all this way -- through tragedy and trial and war -- only to falter and leave our

Opinion: "We have not come all this way -- through tragedy and trial and war -- only to falter and leave our


VIENNA Tuskegee Airmen speak at breakfast

A national organization carries on the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


MUSIC Wright way: Jazz singer wants to be unchanged by business

Wright, who also writes songs, isn't interested in getting lots of attention. By NEKESA MUMBI


YOUNGSTOWN COUNCIL

YOUNGSTOWN COUNCIL News and notes City council handled these items Wednesday: Heard the Rev.


NEW WILMINGTON First place in PAC sits well with the Titans

Westminster's win over Grove City was big in the PAC race. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR


CBS Ted Danson bids adieu to 'Becker' role

The actor said Nancy Travis really brightened the show. ZAP2IT.COM Parting is sweet sorrow for


NORTH SIDE SLAYINGS Police hope forensic clues help identify who killed 3 people

All three victims had brushes with the law. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER


Fatal crash in Ellsworth

Fatal crash in Ellsworth ELLSWORTH -- A three-car crash at U.S. Route 224 and state Route 45