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LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-8-6 Pick 4, 6-0-1-8 Buckeye 5, 16-26-
BACK TO BASICS The Simple Life
ASSOCIATED PRESS ANDI GARCIA WAS LIVING her dream -- or so she thought. With a marketing degree
Board of trustees OKs contract for 121 service-union employees
YOUNGSTOWN -- The board of trustees of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County approved
PREP FOOTBALL Verbal commitments
A list of area seniors who have given verbal commitments to play Division I football. Signing day is
UAW Endorsements
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Common Pleas Judge: David Tobin. Commissioner: Sean D. Logan. Commissioner:
BREAKING THE ICE A windshield warrior
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis David Haverdick of Austintown chips through the ice coating his
MAHONING VALLEY Officials: No more money to CVB
Commissioners will seek a special audit of the convention and visitors bureau. By BOB JACKSON
NBA ROUNDUP | Monday's other games
Trail Blazers 94, Wizards 83 WASHINGTON -- Damon Stoudamire hit six 3-pointers, accounting for all
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Baby's comfort comes before old biddy's hangups
Dear Annie: I read the letter in The Charlotte, N.C., Observer from "Denver Aunt," who attended a
ECONOMY End-of-year growth slows but still hints at coming strength
Last year was the best year for the economy since 2000. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The economy grew at a 4
Kerry deflects attacks on legislative record
At the debate, candidates addressed reviving Democratic support in the South. KNIGHT RIDDER
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Officials to discuss building of appeals court
CIC needs the funds to be secured by the third or fourth quarter of this year. By ROGER G. SMITH
Officials mull fixing bridge for bus use
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County commissioners are considering repairs to the Hilltown Bridge in
Fresh face
Fresh face We couldn't find anything in the announcement for the "Noxzema Girl Search" about a
BOARDMAN Trustee raises issue involving new leader
The agenda policy has been changed. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN --
YOUNGSTOWN His cane was bane; now he's convicted
The defendant used the cane because of a gunshot injury to his buttocks. By BOB JACKSON
JEWELRY Trend for diamond divas has a familiar ring to it
This year designers have focused on the right hand and the ears. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS FORT
Work started on ODOT's Route 14 project
COLUMBIANA -- Contractors have begun preliminary work on an Ohio Department of Transportation
IRL president makes bid to unify all American open-wheel racing
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Indy Racing League president Tony George says he believes it is time to unify
NOTEBOOK | Australian Open
From Russia, with temper: Anastasia Myskina is the first to admit she could stand to be a little
Elections board wants Angelo to amend report
The commissioner said he has not filed an insurance claim for the missing cash. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
AUSTINTOWN HM to build emergency room facility
Austintown Ambulatory's president questions the need for the new center. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
Tim Batton, Jerome F. McNally and Lawrence Stacey II are no longer interested in running for
Opinion: Tim Batton, Jerome F. McNally and Lawrence Stacey II are no longer interested in running for
YOUNGSTOWN Mayor: Time to move on arena
With spending flexibility seemingly dead, city leaders are focusing on getting an arena built. By
SHARON Candidates for council seats offer suggestions to make city better
Council is looking to fill two vacancies left by recent deaths. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
Girard stays united and undefeated
Despite a key injury, the Indians managed to hold off Brookfield, 48-44. By BRIAN RICHESSON
BASEBALL Yankees' Aaron Boone injures knee playing hoops
The third baseman may be out for the season. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- New York Yankees third
Pyrotecnico to light up the skies at Super Bowl
The fireworks company got the job a few weeks ago. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
NEW CASTLE HIGH Officials consider yard sale
Usable items will be distributed to other schools in the district. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Cost for a full audit gives officials pause
One commissioner said board members quit the bureau over audit issues. By STEPHEN SIFF
MAHONING COUNTY Magistrate will rule on cub
The owners of Noah's Lost Ark have refused to return the cub. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
NBA LeBron's return helps lift Cavaliers
Orlando's Tracy McGrady missed the final 18 minutes with a toe injury. CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron
Clinton addresses senators on tactics
The former president hasn't endorsed any of his party's presidential candidates. LOS ANGELES TIMES
COLUMBUS Walker's 81st goal ties Predators' career mark
Nashville scored a season-high six goals to defeat the Blue Jackets, 6-4. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Scott
W. Virginia negotiates with ISG for Weirton assets
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- The West Virginia Development Office has been discussing the possible sale
Today is Friday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2004. There are 336 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Jan. 30, the 30th day of 2004. There are 336 days left in the year. On this date in
PREP FOOTBALL Ursuline quarterback Clark verbally commits to Penn St.
Joe Paterno was in town on Thursday to seal the deal. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
MAHONING COUNTY Testimony begins in murder case
The $170 drug debt went unpaid for months. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
WORLD GOLF RANKING
WORLD GOLF RANKING Through Sunday 1. Tiger WoodsUSA13.92 2. Vijay SinghFij9.67 3. Ernie
ECLIPSE AWARDS Funny Cide beats out Empire Maker
Mineshaft was named Horse of the Year. HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (AP) -- Empire Maker had the best owner,
FARMDALE Kraft to close cottage cheese plant, idling about 60
The decision is part of a restructuring at the food company. THE VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE REPORT
INDICTMENTS Mahoning County
Nathaniel A. Dumas, 28, Lansdowne Boulevard, Youngstown; cocaine possession, illegally possessing
MERCER COUNTY Officials respond to bridge lawsuit
The contractor is looking to end its pact with the county. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
Brown faces charges after argument with wife
Brown faces charges after argument with wife AIKEN, S.C. -- Soul singer James Brown was arrested
Letters sent to U.S. District Judge Kathleen M. O'Malley on behalf of Lenny Strollo before her
Letters sent to U.S. District Judge Kathleen M. O'Malley on behalf of Lenny Strollo before her
Gaudiose hits career high, but Penguins fall to UIC
The Poland High graduate scored 15 points in a 56-51 loss. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR CHICAGO,
Hubbard school board
Hubbard school board Hubbard Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the middle school.
MOVIE REVIEW A better title for 'Big Bounce': How about 'Lazy Mediocrity'
The film just slows to a crawl and dies. By CONNIE OGLE KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS When you're a
Strollo's sentencing Ex-mob boss gets break for cooperation
With good behavior, the former mob boss could be out in late 2008. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
EDDIE CLONTZ, 56 Weekly World News editor in heaven, and they have pictures
When Elvis dies, maybe they'll meet in outer space. By GENE WEINGARTEN WASHINGTON POST Eddie
THOMAS SOWELL Helping the poor comes with conditions
Opinion: "Low-Wage Costa Ricans Make Baseballs for Millionaires." That was the headline on one of those New
Arena on fast track
With spending flexibility seemingly dead, building an arena is the focus. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
Township will collect record amount of fees for new construction
The reason: three large building projects, including a new middle school. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
HELOISE Frequent mover shares tips for staying in touch
Dear Heloise: Having moved often in my life, I'd like to share a few hints for staying in touch with
Losing is stranger to Patriots, but they still prepare to rally
The last time the Patriots needed a comeback was Nov. 23. HOUSTON (AP) -- The New England Patriots
BEAVER TOWNSHIP Judge rules for B.J. Alan
The township can't outlaw something that state law allows, the judge ruled. By BOB JACKSON
Targeting siding theft
Targeting siding theft YOUNGSTOWN -- The city is looking at ways to curb theft of aluminum siding
GOP GATHERING: The Mahoning Valley McKinley Club will host its annual dinner, one of the area's
Opinion: GOP GATHERING: The Mahoning Valley McKinley Club will host its annual dinner, one of the area's
EAST LIVERPOOL Driver found in truck's tanker dies
A WTI plant employee tried to rescue the driver. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU EAST
TOP OF THE LINE Making a splash
Here's a shopping list of what's hot in the fine-jewelry world: Right-hand rings: Either treat
COLUMBIANA Spaghetti dinner to aid former councilman Geoff Parsly
COLUMBIANA -- A benefit spaghetti dinner for Geoff Parsly and his family will be 4-8 p.m. Saturday
WASHINGTON New Medicare cost forecast raises ire of conservatives
White House officials said the higher estimate wasn't available until now. WASHINGTON (AP) --
COLUMBIANA CO. 911 Monthly phone charge to begin
Getting a new emergency system in place has hit a snag. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
PENNSYLVANIA Appeals court: & Eacute;migr & eacute; should get child support
Jordan, however, does not recognize U.S. law. SHARON, Pa. (AP) -- A Jordanian & eacute;migr
Film company wants Mercer jail for series
MERCER, Pa. -- An independent film company wants to use Mercer County's new jail in a reality series
Huntington Bancshares announces plan to acquire Unizan Financial
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Huntington Bancshares Inc., a $30 billion regional bank holding company, said
Annual Choffin Read-In
Annual Choffin Read-In YOUNGSTOWN -- An African American Read-in will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Marc-Andre Fleury returned to juniors
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Penguins goalie Marc-Andre Fleury, the No. 1 pick in the NHL June draft, was
NBA Surging Cavaliers thinking playoffs
The team has already matched last year's win total. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Day after day, LeBron James
STATE OF THE STATE What Taft didn't say also draws attention
Some said Taft should have spoke about more than the economy and jobs COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov. Bob
IMMIGRATION PLAN Poll: weak Hispanic backing
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- President Bush's proposal to give temporary legal status to
Aut Mori Grotto installs officers for 2004
CANFIELD -- Aut Mori Grotto held installation of officers Jan. 10 at the Shangri La. Larry Ortz
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Late rally helps Texas topple Texas Tech
The Longhorns snapped the Red Raiders' 12-game win streak. ASSOCIATED PRESS LUBBOCK, Texas --
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Monthly phone charge to begin as 911 system awaits approval
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- Telephone customers in Columbiana County will
NHL ROUNDUP | Thursday's other games
Red Wings 5, Devils 2 DETROIT -- Steve Yzerman moved past Mario Lemieux for sixth place on the
Muslims pray outside Mecca as hajj begins
Muslims pray outside Mecca as hajj begins MINA, Saudi Arabia -- The hajj pilgrimage began in
AUTO INDUSTRY Are incentives ending? Not likely, some say
Analysts and car buyers alike expect incentives to be around for awhile. SACRAMENTO BEE
YOUNGSTOWN Jury selection is set to begin in murder trial
YOUNGSTOWN -- Jury selection was to begin today in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court for the trial
Strollo gets shorter sentence for helping to rout out others
With good behavior, the former mob boss could be out in late 2008. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
MIDDLE EAST Israeli troops raid town after bombing
The raid on Bethlehem was in response to a bus bombing that killed 10 Israelis. JERUSALEM (AP) --
Autopsy finds child was malnourished
CANTON (AP) -- A 17-month-old boy discovered dead in his crib was malnourished, according to an
Boone out
Boone out New York Yankees third baseman Aaron Boone injured his left knee playing basketball and
GIRARD Stabbing leads to arrests of 2 men at Girard house
A Philadelphia doctor was found with a steak knife sticking out of his chest. GIRARD -- Two men,
FIGHT SCHEDULE
FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Thursday At Gotham Hall, New York, Ivan Valle,
AUSTRALIAN OPEN Federer advances to final, climbs to No. 1 in rankings
The Wimbledon champion will face Marat Safin. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Wimbledon champion
Bush supporter opposes plan for space program
Opinion: Bush supporter opposes plan for space program EDITOR: I have been and will continue to be a
TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Murray tops milestone as Girard drops Liberty
The junior passed 1,000 points in the 44-26 win. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT LIBERTY -- Girard High
NATION Bush to seek $45 million to clean up Great Lakes
Pennsylvania has one area of concern; Ohio has four. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush will ask
COLUMBIANA CO. Officials collect elevator funding
Regulations require the modification before an upper floor can be used. By NORMAN LEIGH
GAIL WHITE Kids hit with a case of cabin fever? Just keep 'em on the run
They were shoveling the driveway like a couple of wounded ducks. "Look at them," I hissed to my
POSTWAR UPDATE \ News from Iraq
The latest developments in postwar Iraq: Coalition forces defused a car bomb on a key bridge to
Summary of police activity:
Summary of police activity: BOARDMAN Jan. 21 Theft: Someone stole a $400 zoom camera from Radio
OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA FirstEnergy to cut jobs, close centers as it restructures
The utility expects to save $10 million a year with the moves. THE VINDICATOR By DON SHILLING
WOMEN'S COLLEGE ROUNDUP | Thursday's games
Ohio St. 51, Michigan 49 ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Caity Matter's 15 points and 10 rebounds helped Ohio
"I've met a couple of Frodos and one Gimli and other individuals whose parents were big Tolkien
"I've met a couple of Frodos and one Gimli and other individuals whose parents were big Tolkien
GYMNASTICS Area-flavored KSU team off to strong start this season
Coach Bruce Biggin, April Zentko and Melissa Ruby are from this area. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
By JoANNE VIVIANO
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Jim Berry strutted around the
Canton city school district faces cutbacks
CANTON (AP) -- This city's school district is in for a series of job and program cuts.
REUNIONS
XChaney High School January and June Classes of 1942 will meet for breakfast at 10:30 a.m. Monday at
Celebrities influence jewelry for men
More young men are emulating celebrities who wear neck chains and pendants. KNIGHT RIDDER
Several rookies making impact
Each team will start two rookies on Sunday. HOUSTON (AP) -- Rookies don't sit and watch in the
THE VINDICATOR
THE VINDICATOR REGION A wig business that makes house calls McDONALD -- Locks of Hope, an in-
WICHITA, KAN. Boeing chief tries to reassure lawmakers on plant's future
A newspaper said the company is considering selling its Wichita plant. WICHITA, Kan. (AP) --
Township will collect record amount of fees
The reason: three large building projects, including a new middle school. BY IAN HILL VINDICATOR
Reward offered for help in catching author of worm
WASHINGTON (AP) -- A quarter of a million dollars in bounty is waiting for anyone who helps law
SHARON, PA. Democrat Committee opts to suggest council candidate
The chairwoman previously said the panel wouldn't recommend anyone. SHARON, Pa. -- The Sharon
Community college gets 2 state grants
SHARON, Pa. -- Mercer County residents who want to take community college courses through Butler
Federer advances to final, climbs to No. 1 in rankings
The Wimbledon champion will face Marat Safin. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Wimbledon champion
'My kid might have made the honor roll, if there were one'
Opinion: Apparently in Nashville, Tenn., it is not enough for people whose kids don't make the honor roll to
GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA 3 Afghan teens freed from prison camp
The boys are to be resettled into Afghan society. ORLANDO SENTINEL ORLANDO, Fla. -- Three
NOTEBOOK | Super Bowl XXXVIII
Failed job search pays off: When Norv Turner was hired Monday by the Oakland Raiders, it eliminated
MAHONING COUNTY Library plan suggests fewer, larger branches
The board will hold three meetings to get public comment on the plan. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA Beaver Local 57, Wilson 32 Ursuline 63, Warren Harding
MERCER COUNTY Sharon, Farrell officials to talk of merger
Some officials say the proposal is at least worth discussing. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
Lawyer: Exhuming body would settle claim
CANTON (AP) -- A lawyer for Ford Motor Co. believes exhuming Donald Adams from his grave will
2004 HIGH SCHOOL ROCK OFF Boardman rocks!
By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR eing a Spartan -- a person of courage -- is one way to
Discounts propel Amazon.com to strong showing
SEATTLE (AP) -- Amazon.com rode discounts and free shipping to strong fourth-quarter results,
Hubbard tops Champion, stays in TAC hunt
Lakeview and Brookfield also earned league wins. CHAMPION -- After struggling at the foul line for
Four kids fall through ice
Four kids fall through ice NILES -- Four classmates suffered only minor injuries after they fell
DALE MCFEATTERS The things we do with our 'free' time
Opinion: Wonder where all the time goes? So did the sniper-eyed trend-watchers over at the Marketplace
Man is acquitted of raping child
Jurors didn't believe the little girl's testimony. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
Brown still a threat despite low numbers
After a strong three-year stretch, the Patriots wideout had 40 catches this year. HOUSTON (AP) --
NHL Lightning cruise past Penguins
Pittsburgh has lost eight straight games. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Darryl Sydor liked what he saw from
LORDSTOWN Couple drops zoning request
The original request was for land to be rezoned for industrial use. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Showing they care with hair
The haircuts for charity may become a regular event at the school. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE
MEN'S SCORES EAST Alderson-Broaddus 99, W. Virginia St. 97 C.W. Post 88, N.Y. Tech 77
Fund-raiser for Batton has been canceled
Fund-raiser for Batton has been canceled YOUNGSTOWN -- A Thursday fund-raiser for Tim Batton, who
WHEATLAND, PA. Wheatland Tube cuts back production
A company official said some operations are cut back to four days a week. THE VINDICATOR
HELOISE A discarded receipt can be an invitation for deceit
Dear Heloise: Recently, while reading a book purchased at a used-book store, I found inside a
STRUTHERS Man faces charges in vandalism of buses
School officials expect buses to be back on the road Monday. STRUTHERS -- Municipal Judge James R.
GOLF Verplank leads Mickelson by 1 shot
Scott Verplank fired a 63 to take the first-round lead in the FBR Open. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) --
ConocoPhillips announces deals to sell Mobil gasoline stations
HOUSTON (AP) -- In two deals worth $453 million, ConocoPhillips plans to sell 1,180 Mobil-branded
YSU wins 2nd straight game
By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Brian Radakovich's clutch 3-point goal
Stockman returns to Buckeyes, will play against Wisconsin
ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS -- Ohio State guard Tony Stockman returned to the team on Monday.
Groups join together to collect kids' clothes
Groups join together to collect kids' clothes YOUNGSTOWN -- Local Wendy's restaurants and the
COITSVILLE Authorities look for cause of Bulls Eye Restaurant fire
About 100 firefighters battled the blaze in the bitter weather. COITSVILLE -- The cause of a fire
TRUMBULL COUNTY Angelo supports Visitors Bureau board
Trumbull County has also been holding onto convention bureau money. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
ON CAMPUS | Area college news and notes
Thiel: Sophomore wrestler Aaron Gibbs, a graduate of Canon-McMillan High, ran his record to a
SHARON Fight erupts outside school after Farrell hoops game
The fight involved just two people and didn't spread through the crowd. SHARON, Pa. -- The first
LOUISVILLE Pitino to take leave from coaching
The Louisville coach has been in severe pain for months. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Rick Pitino is
Why not spice up Super Bowl party?
Why not spice up Super Bowl party? k PLANNING the menu for your Super Bowl party? Spice it up this
Carolina receiver Muhammad won't be patsy for cornerbacks
He helps clear paths for the Panther running backs. HOUSTON (AP) -- The last member of the
Car bomb at bridge defused
Recent attacks seem to target Iraqis who cooperate with Americans. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A car
Taft strikes the right theme in State of the State: jobs, jobs, jobs
Opinion: Ohio Gov. Bob Taft began his State of the State address Wednesday with two indisputable facts: These
Teen to appear in TV commercial for Cadillac, thanks to Make-A-Wish
The family hopes Brian's career path leads to medical coverage. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE STANDINGS
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE STANDINGS North Division WLTPts Soo Indians292765 Springfield
PANTHERS Wiggins will be facing home-town team
He's back in the Super Bowl, but with the Panthers, not the Patriots. HOUSTON (AP) -- Carolina
For skiing helmets, use your head
By LISA LIDDANE KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Ask skiers and snowboarders what helmets might
What a life is worth
Opinion: Washington Post: Last month then-Rep. William J. Janklow, R-S.D., was convicted of second-degree
VIDEO GAMES 'Spy Hunter' takes a step backward
The second version loses a lot of the original's variety. By JOHN GAUDIOSI SPECIAL TO WASHINGTON
ROUNDUP Thursday's games
Nets 89, Magic 79 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Jason Kidd scored 33 points and New Jersey won its third
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Telephone customers to begin paying charge to fund new 911 system
The goal of getting a new emergency system in place has hit a snag. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XBoardman-Canfield Branch of American Association of University Women will hold a
UPMC hospitals donate leftover study money
UPMC hospitals donate leftover study money FARRELL, Pa. -- The emergency departments at UPMC
Summary of police activity for Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
Summary of police activity for Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Jan. 20 Criminal damage: A
NASCAR Drivers deal with factors affecting cars' handling
One of the changes is new tires that tend to wear out more quickly. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Michael
YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS Rehab plans target energy conservation
Utility cost savings are projected at $85,000 a year. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
RMI TITANIUM Quarterly profits rise as lockout cuts costs
By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER MINERAL RIDGE -- RTI International Metals says a
PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME Sanders' selection is expected
The elusive running back ran for 15,269 yards in 10 seasons with the Lions. DETROIT (AP) -- Barry
MAHONING COUNTY Batton quits race for board
Tim Batton said he's quitting to help Dave Ditzler's chances. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
PENGUINS Lemieux's injury looming as Morozov battles slump
Morozov has not scored a goal in the last 30 games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- There was a Lemieux on
STYLE Latina label fills gap in fashion market
Hispanics are the largest and fastest growing minority group. SCRIPPS HOWARD In 1999, Helen
NFL Panthers-Patriots may not be pretty, but it's not boring
Both teams feature strong defenses, which should create a good matchup. HOUSTON (AP) -- Two teams
DISTRICT Pruski keys Maplewood past Bristol
The Rockets stayed undefeated in the Northeastern Athletic Conference. CORTLAND -- The Maplewood
SUPER BOWL Retailers expect spike in sales of televisions
Nearly 6 percent of partyers plan on buying a new TV. MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL STAR TRIBUNE Never
LOS ANGELES Pixar, Disney part ways over pact
Pressure is on Disney to come up with hit movies on its own. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The collapse of
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .46 22.27 22.28 Avalon Holdings,3.90 3.92 Bank
Here's my answer to taxes and to those who seek them
Opinion: Here's my answer to taxes and to those who seek them EDITOR: I think it's time for all of us to
REVIEW Pilates book is good for beginners
Pilates works the core muscles to improve posture and tone. By SUSAN MORSE WASHINGTON POST The
"What you see now are the various Democratic candidates kind of groping for a religious strategy.
Opinion: "What you see now are the various Democratic candidates kind of groping for a religious strategy.
Gaudiose hits career high, but YSU women fall to UIC
The Poland High graduate scored 15 points for the Penguins in a 56-51 loss. SPECIAL TO THE
ERIE, PA. Council wants probe of mayor's ties to land
The mayor may have ties to a company buying land near a proposed complex ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- City
Meeting rescheduled
Meeting rescheduled The Bristol School District Levy Committee Meeting is rescheduled for 7 p.m.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Felipe Aldeco, 39, of 2904 Hudson Ave., Youngstown, and Diane
AUSTRALIAN OPEN RESULTS
AUSTRALIAN OPEN RESULTS Monday At Melbourne Park Melbourne, Australia Purse: $14.7 million
AFGHANISTAN U.S. investigates fatal explosion
An Afghan official said the blast at an old weapons site was an accident. GHAZNI, Afghanistan (AP)
Bill, Seattle loves you still, and apparently always will
Opinion: Seattle Times : According to the British rules, we cannot call him Sir Bill. That is fine. As
The Vindicator/Edward J. Yozwick
The Vindicator/Edward J. Yozwick FINAL RESOLUTION: Lenny Strollo is sentenced in federal court in
MONDAY'S NBA BOXSCORES
MONDAY'S NBA BOXSCORES CAVALIERS 99, MAGIC 98 ORLANDO (98) -- Giricek 3-8 1-2 8, Howard 7-16 7-8
HOW SHE SEES IT Reality TV shows sap resistence to intrusion
Opinion: By SUSAN MURRAY WASHINGTON POST When Congress passed the Patriot Act in October 2001, civil
LOWELLVILLE Nero helps Rockets pull past Mathews to stay in title hunt
Lowellville's only league loss came against Springfield. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS
Today is Tuesday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2004. There are 339 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Jan. 27, the 27th day of 2004. There are 339 days left in the year. On this date
WARREN Officials from state, school district in agreement on special-ed pupils
The schools superintendent said she was not worried by the investigation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Panthers are the pick for Valley
For those of us who were fortunate enough to have worked with Ed Trgovac (father of Carolina
MAHONING COUNTY Officials approve budget of $53M
The sheriff's department and juvenile court didn't get all they requested. By BOB JACKSON
ASIA WHO says to pile up anti-virals for bird flu
No human vaccine is yet available for the virus. BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) -- Countries should
"Maybe people elsewhere trust machines more than they trust humans, but that would be totally out of
Opinion: "Maybe people elsewhere trust machines more than they trust humans, but that would be totally out of
MONDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Claimed RHP Reynaldo
GAIL WHITE No matter whose idea it was, it was far from a good one
The stories are a bit conflicting about whose bright idea it was to put my mother on a pair of ice
American caviar industry hopes for a ban on beluga
Blocking the pricey Caspian product would boost sales for U.S. producers. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The
ICL/TCL S. Range drops Reserve, setting up showdown
South Range will play at Springfield on Saturday. NORTH LIMA -- Natalie Biastro scored 10 points
OTHER ITEMS
OTHER ITEMS Downtown agency Youngstown Central Area Community Improvement Corp., downtown's
Utah drops out of crime database over concern of privacy violation
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Utah's governor halted the state's participation in a federally funded crime
BASEBALL Pirates sign Jose Mesa to minor league deal
The Tigers are on the verge of signing catcher Ivan Rodriguez. ASSOCIATED PRESS PITTSBURGH --
Trumbull lawyer threatens to sue over bureau funds
The convention bureau chairman says the money shouldn't be returned. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
CLEVELAND Ruling lets imam lead services
Mosque leaders fear violence will erupt. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A temporary agreement allows an Islamic
GIRARD Mayor to weigh ambulance proposal
Council was asked to reconsider snowfall depth before ticketing parked cars. By TIM YOVICH
MEN'S TOP 25 No. 1 Duke holds off Florida State
The Blue Devils have won 14 straight, including 37 in a row at home. ASSOCIATED PRESS DURHAM,
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AUSTRALIAN OPEN Agassi advances, injuries mount
Sebastien Grosjean injured his groin and defaulted during the second set. MELBOURNE, Australia
HOCKEY Phantoms are home to Springfield team tonight and Saturday
Youngstown lost both of its previous meetings with the Junior Blues this season. BOARDMAN -- After
AUSTRALIAN OPEN Safin knocks out Andy Roddick
Andre Agassi advanced to the semifinals when his opponent defaulted. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP)
BIG EAST Confidence soaring for Pitt
The Panthers are riding high after a 21-point win over Syracuse. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Maybe Carl
COLUMBUS -- Amid a struggling Ohio employment picture, Gov. Bob Taft called for new economic
Opinion: COLUMBUS -- Amid a struggling Ohio employment picture, Gov. Bob Taft called for new economic
MOVIE REVIEW It'll serve you right if you go to see painfully vacuous 'You Got Served'
The fantastic dance routines are the only reason to buy a ticket. By DAVID HILTBRAND KNIGHT
AUSTINTOWN Bids due on plans for care facility
Austintown Ambulatory's president questions the need for the new center. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE Ursuline claims first league title
Courtney Davidson had 20 points to lead the Irish past Warren Harding. By TOM WILLIAMS
WINTER Trying to stay warm? Don't sweat it but layer it
Wear something against your skin that pulls the moisture away. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS On a