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NASA PROGRAMS Senators like Bush's agenda for space but want the price

NASA'S expected budget request for next year is about $16.2 billion. ORLANDO SENTINEL


NOTEBOOK | From Houston

Fox hoping: Carolina Panthers coach John Fox is looking for a new favorite Super Bowl memory. The


TRAFICANT CASE Special election needed?

The governor contends a special congressional election would have been costly. CINCINNATI (AP) --


NBA Late layup, blocked shot lead Cavaliers over Heat

Cleveland won its 17th game, matching last season's win total. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Geraldo Rivera is


F.W. KNECHT III

F.W. KNECHT III Forge owner, college trustee In 1978, he bought Wendell August Forge, a maker of


True fans will find a lot to like in latest adaptation of 'Alice'

By TERRY LAWSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Disney's system of releasing animated features on DVD


BRIDGE

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PENNSYLVANIA

PENNSYLVANIA New DUI penalties A look at some of the DUI penalties for first-time offenders that


Attorney and author praises crime shows

By NOEL HOLSTON LOS ANGELES TIMES No American author writes crime fiction more dense or


Despite injury, James may play

The 19-year-old rookie has missed three games since injuring his ankle. COMBINED DISPATCHES


Persistence brings relief to tax-delinquency issue

Opinion: Something is better than nothing -- especially if that something has to do with delinquent property


NOTEBOOK Australian Open

A coach for all ages: Andre Agassi calls Darren Cahill a coach for all ages. "He's coached the


FIGHT SCHEDULE

FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Thursday At Gotham Hall, New York, Ivan Valle,


TENNIS Hewitt last Australian out of Open

He lost his cool in losing to Roger Federer of Switzerland. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Hicham


HOW HE SEES IT Fix Social Security -- without privatization

Opinion: By JACK Z. SMITH KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS In his State of the Union message last week, President


FASHION Q & amp;A

Q: A dear friend gave me an expensive white silk scarf of the kind that is worn with tuxedos in


HARRISBURG Court rulings are likely to change Megan's Law

Eight years later, Pennsylvania's Megan's Law remains in flux. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A state Supreme


FTC REGULATIONS Telemarketers must reveal names on Caller ID

The industry supports the Caller ID requirement. WASHINGTON (AP) -- If you have Caller ID, you'll


BIG TEN ROUNDUP Egekeze's goal delivers Penn State a 63-61 win

Michigan and Michigan State also earned victories. ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- Ndu


ACADEMY AWARDS 'Whale Rider' actress joins history of youths at Oscars

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- At 13, Keisha Castle-Hughes is the youngest best-actress nominee in Academy


WARREN Teens, cops to meet in school

The grant's purpose is have police officers become familiar with young adults. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


PRO BOWL ROSTER

PRO BOWL ROSTER Sunday, Feb. 8 At Honolulu American Football Conference Offense x-injured,


Brit star Atkinson's 'Johnny English' arrives on video with extras

By NANCY CHURNIN DALLAS MORNING NEWS Parents trying to wean their kids from the sex-obsessed


TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE Cippers rally past top-rated Sebring

Columbiana overcame a 10-point deficit with a 14-0 run, then won, 48-45. By ERIC HAMILTON


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Fee increase will help police pay for new cars

Each of the new cruisers will cost about $18,000. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


Captain A-Rod

Captain A-Rod A month after Alex Rodriguez nearly was dealt to Boston, the American League MVP


GI hero gave his devotion and life

Paul Smith has been nominated for the nation's highest award for bravery. ST. PETERSBURG TIMES


German Siem is Dunhill winner

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (AP) -- Germany's Marcel Siem made a 10-foot birdie putt on the third


PATRIOTS Harrison earns respect in first year

The free agent pickup was named one of the team's defensive captains. HOUSTON (AP) -- Rodney


TOP 25 ROUNDUP | Women's college basketball

No. 7 Penn St. 70 Ohio St. 64 COLUMBUS -- Kelly Mazzante scored 19 points to lead Penn State to


COLUMBUS Company gets aid over objections

The aid is to help keep the company's headquarters in Ohio. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


'20/20' Walters departure heralds new order

She'll do about six interview specials a year for ABC News. By DAVID BAUDER ASSOCIATED PRESS


WASHINGTONVILLE Citing stress of the job, chief of police turns in resignation

Many heated council discussions centered on the chief and the department. By NANCY TULLIS


SUNDAY'S NBA BOXES

SUNDAY'S NBA BOXES NETS 110, CELTICS 91 BOSTON (91) -- McCarty 3-9 0-0 7, Welsch 1-6 4-6 6,


SHARON'S UNFINISHED VIADUCT

SHARON'S UNFINISHED VIADUCT The Vindicator/Bruce Palmer STILL WAITING: Repairs to the Oakland


STANLEY CROUCH Arabs should seek peace

Opinion: I have been thinking, yet again, about the Middle East since that Palestinian mother of two kids


DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Agreement on arena

Global Entertainment would get $25 million to build a $32 million arena. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY


WARREN Campaign finances probed

One commissioner questioned the timing of the probe before an election. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and


Man charged in woman's hit-and-run death

NEW YORK (AP) -- A man was arrested on a manslaughter charge for reportedly leaving the scene of a


COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE

MEN'S SCORES SUNDAY EAST American U. 62, Holy Cross 59 Binghamton 80, Stony Brook 71


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .46 22.0522.06 Avalon Holdings,3.853.89 Bank


NHL ROUNDUP | Wednesday's games

Capitals 2, Rangers 1 NEW YORK -- Olaf Kolzig made 32 saves and New York lost Eric Lindros to


HIGH SCHOOL ICE HOCKEY Mooney-Ursuline, Poland tie 3-3 on goal by Graziani

The final goal came with 51 seconds remaining against Poland. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


Win movies, more in Oscar contest

Win movies, more in Oscar contest k SO WHOM do you think will walk away with Academy Awards this


BRANNDON BRAXTON After long wait, Oklahoma gets Ursuline senior

The offensive lineman was impressed by the Sooners' strong reputation. By JOHN BASSETTI


YOUNGSTOWN Trial set for man accused in baby's death

Some jurors needed a couple days to take care of work issues before trial. By BOB JACKSON


HUBBARD VFW post to reopen after suit tied to death of 14-year-old girl

The Hubbard VFW's popular fish fries will resume Feb. 6. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


GRAEDONS | People's herbal pharmacy Cornstarch failed to fix skin problem

Q. I have to correct something I sent you a while ago. I have rosacea, and when I read that someone


U.S. soldiers request money

When money ran out, U.S. casualties mounted. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR BAGHDAD, Iraq -- In


WARREN Council supports housing program

The program complements a home rehab project already under way. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


United Way '03 report

United Way '03 report BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way's final 2003 campaign


Small airports can't compete with lower fares of the hubs

Smaller airports lost 17 percent of their seats through December. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Flying round-


Domestic-violence law gets promising overhaul

Opinion: The scope of violence inside the home targeted at women remains staggering. Numbers from the Ohio


'MONSTER' | A review Sharp performance in film that lacks focus

Charlize Theron gets deep inside the personality of the serial killer. By MILAN PAURICH


YOUNGSTOWN Council to hear business's rate request

In 2001, Thermal asked for a 9-percent increase but council granted 7 percent. By PETER H.


Devils 3, Thrashers 2

Devils 3, Thrashers 2 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Jeff Friesen scored his third goal in four games


Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2004. There are 337 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2004. There are 337 days left in the year. On this date


Former Oiler Kevin Donnalley enjoys another homecoming

The offensive lineman spent six years with the Houston Oilers. HOUSTON (AP) -- Having gone to high


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Judge to rule on request to block layoffs

LISBON -- Unless a judge forbids it, East Liverpool plans to lay off six police officers Sunday in a


THE INTERNET Network administrators work to stop fast-spreading worm

The computer virus quickly spread across the world. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Network


Lottery founder's suicide comes amid criticism

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- George Andersen built the Minnesota Lottery from the ground up, and some who


LONGEVITY Mouse study suggests prenatal nutrition role

Researchers are divided over how significant the mother's diet is to life span. ASSOCIATED PRESS


HARRISBURG Measure helps fund firetrucks

The program provides loans at a 2 percent fixed interest rate. HARRISBURG (AP) -- More than a year


Arrest in trailer blaze

Arrest in trailer blaze NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police arrested a man whose trailer


Prostitution charges

Prostitution charges YOUNGSTOWN -- The crackdown on prostitution by the vice squad continued


Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune DIVERSITY: Jewelry designer Luis Morais displays some of the jewelry he


New development rule

New development rule HOWLAND -- Developers in the township will have to pay between $2,000 and


HOUSTON (AP) -- With his crisply knotted blue power tie and sharply tailored blue blazer, Ty Law

HOUSTON (AP) -- With his crisply knotted blue power tie and sharply tailored blue blazer, Ty Law


MAC/BIG TEN ROUNDUP Kent State trounces Toledo, 92-56

The Golden Flashes moved a game ahead of Miami atop the MAC East. ASSOCIATED PRESS KENT -- Jason


TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials seek commission's ruling in job conflict case

The county administrator says he is getting rid of his private jail. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


YOUNGSTOWN Council to hear business's request to raise rates

In 2001, Thermal asked for a 9-percent increase but council granted 7 percent. By PETER H.


COITSVILLE Bulls Eye eatery burns

The owner plans to rebuild the restaurant. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


CAL THOMAS Key to reducing abortion: Information

Opinion: The 31st anniversary of Roe vs. Wade last week was played out with familiar theatrics. "Thousands"


TOM SELLECK A clean shave for miniseries on A & amp;E

To play Gen. Dwight Eisenhower, the actor aimed for understanding. SCRIPPS HOWARD Tom Selleck


Bomb on road wounds 5 Iraqis

A new Olympic panel will quash Odai Hussein's legacy of athlete torture. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A


WEATHERSFIELD Boeing ends pact with RTI; CEO downplays impact

The CEO stressed the need to cut costs at RMI, where workers are locked out. & lt;a


NASCAR

NASCAR West United Rentals 150 Results Sunday At Phoenix International Raceway Phoenix Lap


Over-the-counter pills put lives of more women at risk

Opinion: Over-the-counter pills put lives of more women at risk EDITOR: Planned Parenthood of the


AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "1776," "The Music Man," "Me & amp; My Girl," "Hello, Dolly!" and "Dreamgirls."


NEW JERSEY Presley fans can get reel history

A 2-inch cutting of the tape costs $495. NEW YORK (AP) -- A New Jersey company is offering Elvis


IDENTITY THEFT How it happens

Some of the ways impostors can get your personal information and take over your identity. Steal


CARROT TOP | A profile Spontaneity breeds fun for purveyor of props

The Ohio native says he's steering clear of Iraq-war jokes for now. By DEBORA SHAULIS


BEVERAGE INDUSTRY Beer loses ground as other alcohol gains

Still, the spirits market is far smaller than that of beer, analysts note. DOW JONES NEWSWIRES


NEW CASTLE It's a bit of a bitter ending as Caiazza Candy closes

The Caiazza Candy store will close Saturday, but the owners hope it will reopen. THE VINDICATOR


DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene Carrying on in honor of Kelty

Story overrides characters in old-fashioned melodramas, but it's the character of people that's


NOTEBOOK Super Bowl XXXVIII

Mum's the word: The poise that makes Peyton Manning an award-winning quarterback might have saved


MAC ROUNDUP Haynes guides Golden Flashes

ASSOCIATED PRESS BOWLING GREEN -- DeAndre Haynes scored 21 points to lead Kent State past Bowling


Exhibit on doctor rescued from pole

Exhibit on doctor rescued from pole SALEM -- A free exhibit of artifacts associated with the life


MEN'S TOP 25 Pitino-less Louisville rolls; Kentucky drops Mississippi

Pitt stretched its home winning streak to 38 games. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOUISVILLE, Ky. --


Maurice Clarett declines workouts

Maurice Clarett declines workouts Suspended Ohio State tailback Maurice Clarett has decided not to


WOMEN'S TOP 25 | Wednesday's games

No. 3 Texas 82, No. 25 Nebraska 59 LINCOLN, Neb. -- Freshman Tiffany Jackson had 22 points and 11


Wisconsin prolongs Ohio State's slump

Devin Harris' 29 points led the Badgers past the Buckeyes, 69-57. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Devin Harris is


ALASKA Judge: Exxon must pay millions to those hurt by '89 Valdez accident

Exxon Mobil hopes to overturn judge's decision for a third time. ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) -- Forming


NILES Report on fire call to be released by city

Investigators wanted to get information from all agencies involved with the fire. By SHERRI L.


YOUNGSTOWN Death was justified, jury says

The deceased man's family is considering an appeal. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael J. Squibbs, 24, of 102 Kimberly, Austintown, and


WORTH A LOOK

CLASSES XVilla Maria PA-EverGreen is presenting a program, "One-Stroke Painting: Wreaths and Dried


LOS ANGELES Insurance company to pay Armenian genocide claim

The deal settles claims on more than 2,000 policies. LOS ANGELES TIMES LOS ANGELES -- New York


Mickelson's 2004 off to good start; Hope win is proof

Skip Kendall was a runner-up for the fourth time in his career. He's lost three times in playoffs.


EASTERN REGIONS Storms cleanup continues

At least 55 deaths have been attributed to the weather. ASSOCIATED PRESS After this week's


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY College boy comes home for the futon; sofa, so good

I have developed the habit, in the past three weeks, of hunching my shoulders up and my head down as


From lawn to farm

Opinion: Seattle Times: Agricultural interests -- and taxpayer-supported salmon-recovery efforts -- were ill-


PUBLIC HEALTH Hearing to revisit vaccine controversy

Groups have urged postponement of the hearing. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WALNUT CREEK, Calif. --


COLLEGE CAMPUSES Animal lovers fight to stop abuse by fraternity brothers

A spokesman for a fraternity group says he doesn't see a trend. ATHENS, Ga. (AP) -- Fraternity


NASCAR Preseason testing at Las Vegas a must for circuit's top teams

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (AP) -- New tires and some new aerodynamics rules have turned the annual preseason


PHYSICS New type of matter is created

Scientists said there's a potential to revolutionize superconductor technology. DALLAS MORNING


Cop suspended over dispute with ex-husband

AUSTINTOWN -- Police Patrol Officer Kathy Dina has been suspended for five days without pay for her


NBA ROUNDUP | Sunday's games

Mavericks 108, Kings 99 DALLAS -- Michael Finley scored 23 points, including the go-ahead 18-


HOBBY One purchase started her addiction to dolls

Gail Cook lovingly restores and cleans the pieces in her large collection. KNIGHT RIDDER


Salem girls defeat Poland; Quakers 14-1

An aggressive defense disrupted the Bulldogs in a 46-26 win. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR


ACCIDENT CLOSES INTERSTATE

Associated Press AMMONIA SPILL: Ashland firefighters use a meter to check the ammonia levels in


Democracy in Egypt

Opinion: Kansas City Star: The European Union has joined the United States in pressuring Egypt to improve its


AUSTRALIAN OPEN RESULTS

AUSTRALIAN OPEN RESULTS Today At Melbourne Park Melbourne, Australia Purse: $14.7 million


BOARDMAN Police alert public to identity theft risks

Police say identity theft crimes are reported daily. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


REGION

REGION United Community makes an offer to buy shares YOUNGSTOWN -- United Community Financial


MEN'S REGIONAL ROUNDUP Matt Marks helps B-W defeat Mt. Union

Baldwin-Wallace overcame a 25-point first-half deficit to win, 85-82. BEREA -- Matt Marks, a


WASHINGTON Fed's words hint at rise for interest

The current federal funds rate is at a 45-year low. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal Reserve policy-


Chinese New Year festivities fuel desire for diversity

Opinion: Chinese New Year festivities fuel desire for diversity EDITOR: The Youngstown community has


Victims of Lake Erie plane crash remain inside craft, officials say

KINGSVILLE, Ontario (AP) -- Police divers used video cameras Wednesday to determine that all the


GIRARD SCHOOLS If levy fails, board to make cuts

& lt;a href=mailto:milliken@vindy.com & gt;By PETER MILLIKEN & lt;/a & gt;


AGENDA

AGENDA WEDNESDAY Campbell Board of Education special work session, 6 p.m., board office, to


COLUMBUS Unions challenge petitions to repeal sales tax increase

Elections workers are checking the petition signatures for validity. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


USA CABLE NETWORK Heavy hitters to resurrect 'Frankenstein'

ZAP2IT.COM USA is teaming up with some big names to bring the "Frankenstein" legend to the small


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES AREA Rayen 52, Wilson 41 Cleveland St. Ignatius 78, Boardman


RMI TITANIUM Quarterly profits rise as worker lockout cuts costs, company says

The company said it shipped 41 percent less titanium last quarter. THE VINDICATOR By CYNTHIA


HELOISE Driving motor home is no picnic

Dear Heloise: While we try our best to drive around large cities in our RV during the off hours, it


HERMITAGE Officials take steps for housing complex

The city is contribuing $600,000 into the $6.5 million development. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


BOARDMAN Police alert the public to identity theft risks

Police say identity theft crimes are reported daily. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


YOUNGSTOWN Civil trial on fatal shooting to continue

The case went forward with a visiting judge assigned. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR |Annie's Mailbox Teenagers find new ways to get high

Dear Annie: I am the mother of a teenage daughter. Unfortunately, I have discovered a new wrinkle in


MOVIE REVIEW Vegas tale 'The Cooler' is a winner

William H. Macy and Alec Baldwin lead a top-notch cast. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR


BOYS BASKETBALL Shaw propels Chaney over Rayen

Bradley Fletcher had a big fourth quarter to help Liberty. YOUNGSTOWN -- Kelvin Shaw scored a


MARS MISSION NASA prepares for rover to roll

The Spirit rover took its first picture in more than a week. PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- The


SPEECH WINNERS | Girard High

Results from the Girard High School Speech and Debate Tournament. TOP TEAMS Cardinal Mooney 74


Sugar and spice nice for health

Sugar and spice nice for health k A LITTLE BIT of cinnamon might spice up your health. The


Countries try to avoid bird flu

Killing infected poultry is the key to controlling the outbreak, the WHO said. BANGKOK, Thailand


JERUSALEM Bus bombing kills 10

A meeting of officials was canceled after the blast. JERUSALEM (AP) -- A suicide bomber blew up a


CHAMPIONS TOUR Zoeller captures seniors opener

He birdied the final three holes to beat Dana Quigley by one shot. KAUPULEHU-KONA, Hawaii (AP) --


MEN'S TOP 25 Cards rally to beat Vols

Fifth-ranked Louisville rallied in the second half past Tennessee 65-62. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Driver was teen sought after slaying, authorities say

JOHNSTON, Iowa (AP) -- Authorities think a motorist who killed himself Wednesday after a short


BONNIE ERBE Scientific data: What is it, really?

Opinion: Americans have great respect for the study of political science, but not when the meaning of the


VIDEO GAMES For 'Snood' fans, shareware title is just the right fit

The game has spawned two sequels and provides a manageable dose of play. By BILL HUTCHENS TACOMA


WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS

WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 3-6-2 Pick 4, 3-8-6-0 Buckeye 5, 12-15-


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Stephanie Sivak and Bill Sandy Jr., 3832 Elmwood, Austintown, boy, Jan. 26.


NHL STANDINGS

NHL STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Div.WLTOLPtsGFGA Philadelphia251110565139113 New


'Catwoman' set mishap sends Berry to hospital

'Catwoman' set mishap sends Berry to hospital LOS ANGELES -- If a Catwoman has nine lives, Halle


CALCUTTA Planned Parenthood urges use of other centers

By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU CALCUTTA -- Although Planned Parenthood of Mahoning


GROOMING Men's skin has different needs

Caring for a man's thicker skin requires another approach. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Men's


Delhomme's hometown has QB fever

Breaux Bridge, La. has become fixated on its homegrown product. BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (AP) -- At the


ASIA Countries try to avoid bird flu

Killing infected poultry is the key to controlling the outbreak, the WHO said. BANGKOK, Thailand


HOPE CLASSIC SCORES

HOPE CLASSIC SCORES Sunday La Quinta, Calif. Purse: $4.5 million PGA West (Palmer Course)


YOUNGSTOWN Federal judge rules against police officers

The officers' lawyer said an appeal will be filed. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER


PRESIDENTIAL RACE Dean is in need of a win, campaign chairman says

The former Vermont governor replaced his campaign manager Wednesday. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Howard


WASHINGTON Chief of staff: Army will add 30,000 soldiers

The plans will take as long as four years and as much as $3 billion. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


AUSTRALIAN OPEN Safin breaks Agassi in semi

Kim Clijsters and Justine Henin-Hardenne are in the women's singles final. MELBOURNE, Australia


FRANCE

Opinion: FRANCE Liberation, Paris, Jan. 21: In the eyes of the Chinese, the monkey, an unpredictable and


EOWL Alexander 189 favorite; college choice is Toledo

ALLIANCE -- Brandon Alexander of Howland High, who will be one of the favorites at 189 pounds in the


WARREN Packard sets record for wiring contracts

Business increased as automakers planned more new vehicles. THE VINDICATOR By DON SHILLING


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Eight frigid degrees? Turns out, that's a walk in the park

It was probably 8 degrees, not counting the wind chill, as eight of us waited for the hike to begin


GETTING IT RIGHT

Jonathan Grischkan, who will marry Jennifer Slate on Nov. 6 in Youngstown, is pursuing a combined


BOXING Pavlik defeats Ivory for 19th

The unbeaten Youngstown boxer won a unanimous eight-round decision. KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Veteran


WASHINGTON Federal Reserve expected to keep interest rates low

Positive comments from Greenspan sent stocks soaring Monday. WASHINGTON (AP) -- With jobs still


AK Steel, union reach agreement

MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) -- AK Steel Corp. and the United Steelworkers of America said Monday they have


Inmate admits killings before his execution

Inmate admits killings before his execution HUNTSVILLE, Texas -- A death row inmate confessed more


Today is Monday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2004. There are 340 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Monday, Jan. 26, the 26th day of 2004. There are 340 days left in the year. On this date in


AUSTINTOWN Financial report has a ray of optimism

The township stands to make thousands from the sale of zoning permits. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


AREA WOMEN Canfield graduate Williams lifts B-W

YSU transfer Heather Harris keyed Kent past Ohio. ALLIANCE -- Freshman Kelly Williams, a Canfield


SHARON, PA. Councilmen nix panel's choice when filling seat

The majority of council didn't follow the party suggestion for Rotunno's seat. By HAROLD GWIN


Woman declared dead was still alive

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Nearly an hour and a half after rescuers declared an 88-year-old woman


WEATHERSFIELD Schools put levy on ballot

The cost of a special election is about $6,000 for the district. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


MAHONING COUNTY Trials begin for 2 men in sex crime, assault

One man faces life in prison without parole if he is found guilty. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


HELOISE Use sugar starch to stiffen handmade doilies

Dear Heloise: My mother used to make a starch with sugar. Do you know how to make this starch? Betty


CINCINNATI Court of appeals rejects Monus request for new trial

Monus could be released from prison in 2005. CINCINNATI (AP) -- An appeals court has rejected a


Union files suit trying to block layoffs

LISBON -- East Liverpool's plan to furlough a half-dozen police officers to save money is being


GIRARD SCHOOL Board to make cuts if levy fails

By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER GIRARD -- If a new 7.4-mill continuous operating


"Now this campaign goes on to places all over this country, and I ask Democrats everywhere to join

Opinion: "Now this campaign goes on to places all over this country, and I ask Democrats everywhere to join


AUSTRALIAN OPEN All-Belgian rematch set

Kim Clijsters and Justine Henin-Hardenne are in the women's singles final. MELBOURNE, Australia


City warns residents not to impede plowing

City warns residents not to impede plowing STRUTHERS -- Drivers who fail to move their parked


Senior employment event

AKRON -- The Senior Employment Center of Mature Services and the Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber


Time for A'town trustees to grow up -- politically

Opinion: Here's a message for Austintown Township trustees David Ditzler and Bo Pritchard: The election is


YOUNGSTOWN Web site to have auction service

Information on the site should save residents time and phone calls. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL


MEDIA COVERAGE Super Bowl grows popular all over

Fourteen TV and radio stations from 10 countries will air the game on-site. HOUSTON (AP) -- The


BASEBALL A-Rod named captain as Rangers get ready for upcoming season

The trade talks are over, for now, and Rodriguez is happy, for now. NEW YORK (AP) -- Now he's


SURPLUS FOOD

SURPLUS FOOD Mount Moriah Fire Baptized Holiness Church, 84 Bright Ave., Campbell, various


Lyell loses fight in Ill.

Jose Leo Moreno of St. Paul, Minn. won the four-round super welterweight fight. ROSEMONT, Ill. --


With nation watching, Houston looks to shed 'Urban Cowboy' image

The city last hosted a Super Bowl in 1974. HOUSTON (AP) -- When all eyes turn to Houston for the


SYMBOL Many wear crosses for different reasons

For some, it signifies spiritual devotion. For others, it's just trendy. SCRIPPS HOWARD When


Ex-weapons inspector talks

No trace of WMDs were found, David Kay said, but the world is a safer place. WASHINGTON (AP) --


MAHONING VALLEY WRTA reports more use, change in population served

By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- More riders take the bus today than have


Plan to build is set in motion

Global would get $25 million to build a $32 million, 5,500-seat arena. & lt;a


Poland rally drops Salem

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF POLAND -- For two quarters, the youthful Salem High boys


Killer wins parole

Killer wins parole WARREN -- A former Warren police sergeant, sentenced to prison after he


MATCH-UP | YSU basketball

MEN Who: Youngstown State (5-12, 2-6) vs. Loyola (6-12, 2-6). When: 7 p.m. today. Where:


MUSIC Bluesman Tommy Castro creates a unique style

The singer and guitarist's love of playing comes across in his albums. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA


YOUNGSTOWN 7-year-old gives account of rape

The victim was reluctant to tell jurors what happened that night. & lt;a


The Sources

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


F.W. KNECHT III Forge owner, trustee at YSU

Knecht also was active in many other community organizations. BOARDMAN -- F.W. Knecht III, a