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Shaky future doesn't halt work

Trustees say they're considering plans to ensure the safety of residents. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


LOTTERY RESULTS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-3-8 Pick 4, 9-5-1-3 Rolling Cash 5, 12-17-21-34-37 Day


BRITNEY SPEARS Greatest hits is amiss

The second disc is filled with remixes. By CHRISTY LEMIRE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --


'Incredibles' are incredibly average

'Incredibles' are incredibly average k IF YOU'RE counting on "The Incredibles" to be in the same


'BEAUTY AND THE BEAST' Making a career leap of faith

Michael Lewis began studying dance in the third grade. By ASHLEE OWENS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Sheen's baby to make debut on CBS show

ZAP2IT.COM The Sheen family already has two generations working in showbiz -- dad Martin and kids


PREP PREVIEWS Division I football

FITCH vs. CLEVELAND GLENVILLE Game time: 7 p.m. at Falcon Stadium Radio: WKBN-AM (570), WBBW-AM


RUSHING

RUSHING Att.YardsAvg.TD Anthony Elzy, JFK221233310.626 Alex Allen, Ursuline29922427.519


TRUMBULL COUNTY Girard board, council to mull park site for new high school

City council has the final say in any sale of Liberty Memorial Park. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


MAHONING COUNTY Commissioners prepare for layoffs

Current commissioners aren't likely to pass a permanent budget for 2005. By BOB JACKSON


Cardinals' Williams a free agent

Houston pitcher Roger Clemens is leaning toward retirement. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- St.


'THE INCREDIBLES' It's amazingly average

New Pixar movie has adequate animation but the script lacks punch. By ROGER MOORE KNIGHT RIDDER


DOWNTOWN Warren panel pushes Market-Park left turns

The signs were removed on a trial basis after an August traffic commission meeting. By DENISE DICK


NFL Steelers set plans for Owens

The Eagles wide reciever is expected to draw a lot of different coverages. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


THOMAS SOWELL A narrow escape for President Bush

Opinion: Although more people voted for President Bush than for any other president in American history, it


VIDEO GAME 'X-Men Legends' has full-bodied fun

It takes on the souls of the justice squad members. By PHIL VILLARREAL ARIZONA DAILY STAR You


MILITARY PRISONS Report gives account of abuses

Only four prisoners have been formally charged at Guantanamo. GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP)


CHILDREN'S MUSEUM Expansion includes 'Neighborhood'

From a television hanging above the entrance, Mister Rogers welcomes visitors. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


PREP PREVIEW Division III football

HUBBARD vs. MENTOR LAKE CATHOLIC Game time: 7 p.m. at Mentor High School Radio: WBBG-FM (106.1) If


Doctors try to save Arafat; Palestinians brace for unrest

A Palestinian envoy said Arafat is at a critical point. CLAMART, France (AP) -- Doctors fought to


DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics Tiring campaign season nets a few surprises

Opinion: It's been a truly exhausting campaign year, and not only for the candidates. Ohio residents spent


PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Higher fuel costs, declining ridership force fare rise

CINCINNATI (AP) -- The regional public bus system says it will have to increase fares in 2005 for


Best Bets on TV Tonight

Host Rachel Ray takes food lovers inside the kitchens of celebrities in this series premiere of


POLICE CALLS

A summary of recent crime activity in Hubbard: HUBBARD Oct. 27 Burglary: A woman returned to


NASCAR TRUCKS Roush Team holds audition for spot on next year's team

He had 25 drivers turn out and that list has now been cut to 10. NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. (AP) --


Peterson murder trial

Peterson murder trial REDWOOD CITY, Calif. -- No video or still cameras will be allowed in the


NBA Wade takes the heat off Shaquille as Cavaliers drop second straight

LeBron James had 21 points and eight rebounds for Cleveland. MIAMI (AP) -- Shaquille O'Neal made


FOX Delaney set to appear on 'O.C.' this spring

The show's creator promises big twists from unexpected directions. ZAP2IT.COM When television


JANE EISNER Blood, sweat and fears

Opinion: Fear stalked this election, and fear won it for the Republicans. Fear of another terrorist attack,


MCCONNELL'S MILL Groups vow fight against mining

Environmental groups await a judge's decision on the original mining permit. By LAURE CIOFFI


TRUMBULL COUNTY Mayor reviews plans for tax increase

Spending money on a new police station is at the top of the mayor's list. By TIM YOVICH


Steelers continue to surprise

When you're wrong, you're wrong, and man, was I wrong. Last spring, after Steelers wide receiver


PRESCRIPTION DRUGS Vioxx suits imperil Merck's finances, credibility

The drugmaker's legal expenses over Vioxx could reach $12 billion. NEW YORK (AP) -- Already


CROSS COUNTRY McDonald off to state ranked No. 1 once again

The Blue Devils are again the front runners in Division III. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS


BIG TEN Bowl-eligible? OSU still needs one win

Michigan State needs to win three of its last four to earn a bowl berth. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Back in


MIDDLE EAST Region faces end of Arafat's era: Will peace finally be possible?

The United States and Israel rejected Arafat as a peace partner. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR


VIDEO GAME With tired plot, 'Spy Fiction' lacks creative energy

The visuals are solid, but the sound is disappointing. By JUSTIN HOEGER SACRAMENTO BEE "Spy


REGIONAL VOLLEYBALL One step away from state

Crestview stayed unbeaten with a three-set victory over Girard. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert J. Hyziak, 46, of 3973 Lake Road, Youngstown, and Debra


ELECTION 2004 Millionaires didn't fare well in races for seats in Congress

Capri Cafaro spent $1.6 million in her failed attempt in Northeast Ohio. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Twenty-


YSU Strong finish is sought

The Penguins haven't won at Hanson Field in Macomb, Ill., since 1982. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


NEW JERSEY Misfire at school prompts probe

There's no indication the action was deliberate, officials said. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS LITTLE


Mahoning judges face drastic budget cuts

Judges aren't committing to an insurance contribution, but will talk about it. By BOB JACKSON


Statue to be unveiled at Austintown vets site

AUSTINTOWN -- Military veterans and the public are invited to the unveiling of a bronze statue of an


"We are entering a season of hope."

Opinion: "We are entering a season of hope." President Bush After declaring victory. The president will


No increase this year

No increase this year MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County retirees will not receive a cost-of-living


Creator of Horrible Harry shares her art with kids

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A notebook is a young writer's best tool,


HELOISE She needs help removing wax from fireplace bricks

Dear Heloise: How do I get wax off of my brick fireplace? I have tried heat, scrubbing and a


ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Checker Auto Parts 500 Avondale, Ariz. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed


THE PRESIDENCY Can Bush push through domestic agenda?

Many of his ideas are anathema to Democrats. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- President


LAWSUIT Man accuses Jackson of 1984 sex assault

A judge denied the pop singer's request to change prosecutors. COMBINED DISPATCHES NEW YORK -- A


A storage company has not responded to the lawsuit.

A storage company has not responded to the lawsuit. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


MUSIC R. Kelly, Jay-Z top pop chart

The artists' collaboration has not exactly worked out. LOS ANGELES TIMES R. Kelly and Jay-Z's


NCAA: CSU officials did not write papers for athletes

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The NCAA has ruled that it found no evidence of Cleveland State athletic


VIDEO REVIEW 'Underground 2' lets gamers freak out over skateboard antics

The game is packed with new stunts and incredible tricks. By MATT SLAGLE ASSOCIATED PRESS


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Police report finding drugs in death investigation

SALEM -- Police are investigating the death of a woman and used a search warrant to find drugs at


MAHONING VALLEY FEMA to take applications for flood relief until Nov. 18

Disaster relief tops $9.3 million in the Mahoning Valley. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM


AT A GLANCE Chase for the Nextel Cup Championship

Kurt Busch (No. 97) Chase points: First, 6,052 (No change) What happened: Busch had his first


CENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY School to file complaint over proposed cutbacks

The state was supposed to keep supporting the historically black school. WILBERFORCE, Ohio (AP) --


EPISCOPAL CHURCH Diocese to vote on amendment

Some members say the amendment will split the church. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Episcopal Diocese of


Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject


YSU FOOTBALL Effort gets results

The team's hard work resulted in a victory over Indiana State. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS


HOW HE SEES IT Arafat will leave an ugly legacy

Opinion: By ZEV CHAFETS NEW YORK DAILY NEWS I once asked a Palestinian friend who lives in the West Bank


ON THE SIDE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. MOCK ELECTION: Call it the


TRUMBULL COUNTY Office supply pact goes to lowest bidder

The two bidders got perfect scores on service and delivery time.. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


Today is Friday, Nov. 5, the 310th day of 2004. There are 56 days left in the year. On his date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, Nov. 5, the 310th day of 2004. There are 56 days left in the year. On his date in


NBA ROUNDUP | Thursday's other games

Wizards 103, Bobcats 96 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The NBA returned to Charlotte after a two-year absence.


OHIO State considers ways to make Election Day easier

About 5.6 million people in the state voted Tuesday. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio's top elections


For November sweeps, NBC puts 'Pride' aside

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- NBC's "Father of the Pride" will be caged for November sweeps. NBC's animated


BROWNS Defense under pressure to increase pressure

Defensive lineman have all 11 of the team's sacks. BEREA (AP) -- Browns coach Butch Davis is in a


TRUMBULL COUNTY Student held on charges

All the firearms taken in a Warren burglary have been recovered, police say. By TIM YOVICH


AARON MERRILL Reviewing the records Leetonia senior fullback/linebacker Aaron Merrill has established 15 school records. Here's the breakdown:

Career: Points scored (321), touchdowns (41), rushing touchdowns (38), yards rushing (2,853), solo


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Library events

Library events The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County has two contests for teens.


Wants early release

Wants early release YOUNGSTOWN -- John Scott Bloyer has filed documents in Mahoning County Common


A look at what went wrong in Shenango Valley voting

Commissioners said a final election tally will begin at 9 a.m. today. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK


REGION

REGION Trumbull abatement OK'd for new plant in Braceville WARREN -- Trumbull County


THE MILITARY Lawyer decides to go Army

Lawyer gives up his $120,000 income to serve his country. DALLAS (AP) -- Running into an Army


MERCER COUNTY Democrats' leader decries voting glitches

Unofficial returns showed 51,818 ballots cast but 47,768 recorded for president. By HAROLD GWIN


Europe remains defiant

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS BERLIN -- While Tuesday's mandate gave President Bush all the


MAHONING COUNTY Aqua Ohio to change method of water purification

The change could affect those on dialysis and some pets. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


ARSON CASE DNA tests help to identify victims of apartment fire

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Investigators confirmed Thursday the identities of the remaining five victims of an


Other 33 drivers have little impact on Cup

THE SPORTING NEWS They are the other 33. Rusty Wallace is one of them. So are Dale Jarrett,


GREENVILLE STEEL CAR Probe seeks contamination

Witnesses said solvents were allowed to saturate earthen floors in the plant. By HAROLD GWIN


Scandal in the House

Opinion: Washington Post: The Republicans picked up at least two extra seats in the House of Representatives


McCullough A. Williams Jr. left his mark on Youngstown

Opinion: Youngstown lost one of its pioneers of the 20th century last week. Throughout most of the second


Provisional ballot verification to keep election workers busy

Voters who had their eligibility challenged also cast provisional ballots. By IAN HILL


Simpson's drummer takes blame for 'SNL' mishap

Simpson's drummer takes blame for 'SNL' mishap It looks like Ashlee Simpson was wrong -- her


NEXTEL CUP Johnson not thinking of "C-word" yet

Even with three straight wins, the team is trying to keep focused. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL


OHIO INNOCENCE PROJECT Group loses fight for man convicted in fatal car crash

The man was not driving, the group argued. CANTON (AP) -- A group of law students lost an effort


GOLF Singh keeps his focus, has 10th win in sights

The world's No. 1 player is two strokes back in the Tour Championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS ATLANTA


SEMINAR Training block watch leaders

The seminar teaches block watch leaders how to create action, not just words. By ROGER G. SMITH


PREVIEW | Saturday's games

MOUNT UNION (8-0) vs. MUSKINGUM (1-7) When: 1:30 p.m. at Mount Union Stadium, Alliance Series


COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

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FLORIDA FOOTBALL Spurrier no longer in running for Gators' job

The former coach officially withdrew his name for consideration Thursday. GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP)


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox She's worried about son not wearing underwear

Dear Annie: Our 14-year-old son, "Kirk," has been going without his underpants since he returned


No. 14 Louisville outlasts Memphis in 56-49 victory

The Cardinals scored the winning touchdown with just 37 seconds remaining. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) --


SCHEDULE | Nextel Cup Series

Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 22 -- Subway 400, Rockingham,


Strickland still has eye on the governor's job

U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Niles, D-17th, supports Strickland for governor. By DAVID SKOLNICK


CHIEFS Despite injuries, Holmes stays strong

The Kansas City running back is on pace to rush for 1,900 yards. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- One year


IRAQ Military prepares for heavy casualties

U.S. airstrikes are softening up Fallujah for the expected assault. COMBINED DISPATCHES WITH


NORTHWESTERN Happy Valley victory possible

The Wildcats are 0-4 all-time in road games against Penn State. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --


TRUMBULL PURCHASING SCANDAL Delmont loses workers comp benefits

His retirement account has been frozen. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --


PREP PREVIEW Division V football

MINERAL RIDGE vs. DALTON Game time: 7 p.m. at Mineral Ridge High stadium Radio: WNIO-AM (1390)


COLUMBIANA CO. Officials to explain property values

The meetings won't consider levy costs. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON --


ICE HOCKEY Phantoms trying to extend streak

Youngstown has won seven of its last eight games. BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Phantoms enter the


A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday:

A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday: Joshua Davis, 22, Carroll


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XDianthus Chapter of American Business Women's Association will hold a holiday


PREP FOOTBALL Leetonia's Merrill a bear to bring down

By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF LEETONIA -- Aaron Merrill hopes to one day make sense


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& lt;B & gt;BROZIC & lt;/B & gt;, Margaret R., 77, of Youngstown; calling hours


When spouse wants to argue -- hello, doily!

My husband and I were having an argument. I will never understand how someone who I love with all


ELECTION '04 Error inflates vote count

The error gave President Bush an extra 3,893 votes. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A computer error with a


LAWRENCE COUNTY Panel looks at building radio tower

An area radio station is now charging the county for use of its tower. By LAURE CIOFFI


Ashcroft's rumored departure is atop Cabinet shakeup list

Colin Powell and Donald Rumsfeld also might leave. CHICAGO TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- Speculation


PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION Valley Dems analyze defeat

The party leans too far left, observers said. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 22.18 22.24 Avalon Holdings,3.033.18 Clear


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Area stars have big role in Pitt-Syracuse contest

The Panthers and Orangemen square off Saturday at the Carrier Dome. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR