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MAHONING COUNTY Canfield Twp. to talk to sheriff on patrols

It would cost $72,000 annually to have one deputy patrol the township. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes

Giants: All-Pro Michael Strahan will miss the rest of the season with a torn muscle in his chest.


Fact or fiction?

Opinion: Fact or fiction? EDITOR: During the recent election we in Ohio were visited frequently by


Electronic voting systems did not fare well in region

Opinion: The two counties in our region that use touch-screen voting machines are today looking into what


Left hand and right foot add up to a Colts victory

The difference in Indianapolis' 31-28 win over Minnesota was defense. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Peyton


BASEBALL Trades under way as league's brass conduct business

The Yankees are sure to make a pitch for Boston's Pedro Martinez. KEY BISCAYNE, Fla. (AP) -- Pedro


ODOT to reopen Route 45

ODOT to reopen Route 45 SALEM -- The Ohio Department of Transportation plans to reopen state Route


TRUMBULL COUNTY Ordinance targets verbal abuse of police officers

The law director believes the ordinance would violate the First Amendment. By DENISE DICK


'THE TEN COMMANDMENTS' Outlandish revisions, do-nothing star plague musical

The feel-good fable has Moses and Pharoah reconciling. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Val Kilmer sings his


BILLBOARD HITS

BILLBOARD HITS HOT 100: TOP 12 1. "My Boo," Usher & amp; Alicia Keys. J. 2. "Drop It Like


STRUTHERS SPORTS BAR Guilty pleas set in LaVilla gambling case

The defendants could be sentenced to home confinement. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME


LAWSUIT Ex-student says tower's design copies his own

Both designs use a twisting structural grid, according to the suit. NEW YORK (AP) -- A former


Today is Tuesday, Nov. 9, the 314th day of 2004. There are 52 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Nov. 9, the 314th day of 2004. There are 52 days left in the year. On this date in


NBA ROUNDUP Monday's games

Mavericks 101, Warriors 98, OT DALLAS -- Dirk Nowitzki scored 25 points, including the opening


SOFTWARE INDUSTRY Microsoft pays $536 million to Novell to settle antitrust case

Microsoft says it faces up to $950 million in remaining antitrust claims. WASHINGTON (AP) --


AFC NORTH Browns feel Ray Lewis got gift from refs

The Ravens' All-Pro linebacker wasn't penalized for a grab of Aaron Shea. BEREA (AP) -- Under the


BCS What's a Ute to do? Computer won't bend

Texas is ahead of Utah in both polls, sixth in the AP and seventh in the coaches. By RALPH D.


U.S. MILITARY Judge halts process against Yemeni man

The federal judge's ruling challenges the man's status as enemy combatant. GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL


BIG EAST Panthers QB says some progress can be detected

Saturday's double-overtime loss to has Pitt stuck on five victories. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The losses


'WHISPERIN' BILL' ANDERSON Songwriting skills haven't faded

'Whiskey Lullaby' is nominated for four Country Music Association awards. By JOHN GEROME


IRAQI INSURGENTS

IRAQI INSURGENTS A look at the rebels WHO ARE THEY? The bulk of the defenders are believed to be


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Husband doesn't want her children living there

Dear Annie: Before I married "Wayne," he told me that my three teenage children from my previous


MAHONING VALLEY Cobalts to hit showrooms this week

One auto dealer expects to receive the new Chevrolets today. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS


MERCER, LAWRENCE COUNTIES Tax-relief applications pour in from homeowners

School districts must opt in to the tax relief plan. By HAROLD GWIN and LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


Bryant's rape accuser ponders filing her civil suit in California

The reason is that Colorado has limits on financial damages. DENVER (AP) -- The Kobe Bryant saga


Because of bombings, a resident said, the city 'has become like hell.'

Because of bombings, a resident said, the city 'has become like hell.' NEAR FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) --


BCS STANDINGS

APUSA/ESPNComputerBCS RkPtsPctRkPtsPctRkPtsPctAvgPv 1. Southern


Valley farms send Christmas trees to troops overseas pining for home

By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WEST FARMINGTON -- Christmas trees are being uprooted


Garmon, Bodden out for season after injuries against the Ravens

BEREA (AP) -- Browns offensive guard Kelvin Garmon and defensive back Leigh Bodden are out for the


LAWRENCE COUNTY Authorities arrest 8 more in jail drug probe

Work-release inmates have been smuggling drugs into the jail. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW


Caller scams woman by pretending to be old friend

SHARON, Pa. -- Police said another city woman has been scammed by a telephone caller posing as an


2005 SCRAPPERS SCHEDULE

JUNE Tuesday21Jamestown Wednesday22Jamestown Thursday23Jamestown Friday24at Auburn


FORUMS 2010 special to revisit city's racial issues

Focus will be on possible solutions to racial issues, not rehashing topics. By ROGER G. SMITH


SAN FRANCISCO Niners on track for worst season

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- Unless the second half of the San Francisco 49ers' season is better than


EUROPE Colin Powell says he'll try to heal deep rift

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Secretary of State Colin Powell says he has an ambitious travel schedule in


MYRIAM MARQUEZ Bedrock values tap votes of Hispanics

Opinion: John Kerry supports contraceptives in public schools. He voted for government-subsidized abortions.


BLACKS' HEALTH Pill lowers heart-failure deaths

The drug's maker plans to seek federal approval by the end of the year. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The


BENGALS Chad Johnson issues apology

The wide receiver threw a hissyfit during Sunday's win over the Cowboys. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Chad


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Group pushes on as United Way closes in on 55 percent of goal

Volunteers are trying to make up a possible shortfall from plant closings. By NANCY TULLIS


Steelers radio broadcaster Myron Cope is hospitalized

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Steelers radio broadcaster Myron Cope was hospitalized Monday, a day after he


WASHINGTON Ball park OK is near

District of Columbia officials are set to approve financing. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Mayor Anthony A.


Family sues Brookfield store in alcohol-related death of minor

YOUNGSTOWN -- The family of a Pennsylvania minor killed in a 1998 traffic accident is suing the


VETERANS DAY | Services

A listing of Veterans Day services and other related events as submitted to The Vindicator:


Departing N.J. governor apologizes for mistakes

Departing N.J. governor apologizes for mistakes TRENTON, N.J. -- Gov. James E. McGreevey used his


GREEN TOWNSHIP Property owners await decision on annexing land

Commissioners weren't sure which way they'll vote. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER


PA. SUPERIOR COURT Ruling: Search order was legal

Weapons were found by police after the man said he had no more guns. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Judges can


COLUMBIANA CO. Elections panel to probe fire flier issue

The complaint is similar to one made before the election. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM


Despite delayed start, Pirates' Bay receives NL Rookie of Year honor

NEW YORK (AP) -- Jason Bay succeeded where Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell and Barry Bonds failed:


PROHIBITION TOWN Alcohol will flow, despite history

Voters approved the change, but not all are happy with it. WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- The end of a


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE Prep football playoffs FRIDAY Division IV At Austintown Fitch: Ursuline vs.


Tiger euthanized at National Zoo

WASHINGTON (AP)-- A Sumatran tiger at the National Zoo was euthanized Monday. Zoo veterinarians


MAHONING COUNTY Campbell city employees face layoffs

Several city workers will lose their jobs Christmas Day. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF


ANGELS Anaheim fired up over name

Calling the team Los Angeles has created a furor. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The city of Anaheim will


INDIANA Man shoots tires to try to prevent friend from DUI

The driver then attacked his friend, report says. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) -- Taking to heart the


NASCAR Shoot! Earnhardt Jr. could be closer

The driver made up ground with a victory Sunday, but he still needs more. AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) --


Man pleads innocent

Man pleads innocent WARREN -- A 55-year-old Youngstown man has pleaded innocent to 10 counts of


HELOISE Outdated window coverings could be hazardous

Dear Heloise: I am writing to inform you and your readers about the very serious issue of window-


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FOOTBALL OHSAA PLAYOFF PAIRINGS DIVISION I All Games at 7 p.m. Saturday, unless noted Region 1


US AIRWAYS Pittsburgh airport loses hub designation

US Airways' flights from Pittsburgh have been cut in half. IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh


MOONEY-CHAGRIN FALLS Points rarely result when strong defenses take root

The Division IV regional semifinal game is Friday at West Branch. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR


TRUMBULL COURT Ex-chief's paddling case will go to trial

The judge denied a motion to dismiss 27 counts. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Driven to obscenity by Web site

Any parent who's had a college-bound senior, and anyone who's had to arm wrestle a computer, knows


NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE 38 Scrappers games set at Eastwood in '05

The home opener is June 21 against Jamestown. NILES -- The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will begin


Ride inspector guilty in death

PAINESVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- A state ride inspector has been found guilty of failing to properly


Ohio

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-6-1 Pick 4, 8-0-7-7 Rolling Cash 5, 6-15-20-26-39 Day


CIVIL SERVICE Warren sets firefighter exams

The firefighters' test consists of written and physical agility portions. By DENISE DICK


TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES Boardman OKs land annexation to Poland's forest

More of the flood plain will be kept in its natural state. BOARDMAN -- Township trustees have


Tomei's not on board for Alaska Theater Cruise

Tomei's not on board for Alaska Theater Cruise LOS ANGELES -- Marisa Tomei wants it known that she


Toledo in way of Northern Illinois' quest

The Huskies can tie for the West championship with a win. TOLEDO (AP) -- Northern Illinois is one


& lt;B & gt;BAKER & lt;/B & gt;, Clark Morgan Sr., 95, of East

& lt;B & gt;BAKER & lt;/B & gt;, Clark Morgan Sr., 95, of East Fairfield; calling


STYLE Fall fashions should suit everyone's tastes

Luxurious layering is a mix of new with vintage, expensive with affordable. KNIGHT RIDDER


After consideration, councilman decides to run for mayor of Sharon

SHARON, Pa. -- City Councilman Bob Lucas is taking a run at the mayor's seat. Lucas, 53, of Hall


Tennessee Lady Vols claim top spot on AP preseason basektball poll

Texas and Connecticut also drew top votes. ASSOCIATED PRESS Tennessee is no longer chasing


HOLIDAYS Planning ahead makes decorating simple and fun

One base serves many purposes when accents change with the seasons. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


BEXTRA Pfizer likely to include warning on painkiller

Pfizer warned doctors of the drug's side effects last month. DOW JONES NEWSWIRES NEW YORK --


PEACE MISSION South African leader launches effort to end standoff in Ivory Coast

About 1,000 loyalists were outside a French temporary base. ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AP) -- South


Researchers find possible new species

SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) -- Researchers working off coastal Georgia have discovered what could be three


Pirate outfielder is NL's top rookie

Pirate outfielder is NL's top rookie k JASON BAY has become the first Pittsburgh Pirate and the


Imam convicted of lying seeks prison postponement

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A mosque leader convicted of lying about his past connections to terrorist groups


Councilman in Ohio admits lying about service in Vietnam

LYNDHURST, Ohio (AP) -- A city councilman has admitted that he isn't a veteran, after previously


"What is unappetizing to one person is very much appealing to another."

Opinion: "What is unappetizing to one person is very much appealing to another." Jack Springer Executive


COMEDIES 5 Marx brothers movies released in DVD package

The four started in vaudeville and Broadway before moving to Hollywood. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- During


Flu, pneumonia shots

Flu, pneumonia shots YOUNGSTOWN -- Influenza and pneumonia shots will be offered from 8:30 to


WANNSTEDT Miami Dolphins coach set to resign

Defensive coordinator Jim Bates is expected to be the interim coach. MIAMI (AP) -- Coach Dave


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Andrew G. Zenko, legal age, 439 Sharon-Hubbard Road, West


Couple's gripe site sparks a fight over speech rights

A couple fights rather than close a Web site critical of a siding company. DALLAS, Ga. (AP) --


LEFTOVER SALMON Jam-band members go solo for a while

The mandolin player hopes the scene evolves. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Smithsonian will open 'Americans at War' exhibit

SCRIPPS HOWARD WASHINGTON -- George Washington's flintlock pistol and a robot used by U.S. troops


MEETING Council rejects proposal for residents to keep vicious dogs

City auditor says the general fund may end the year $100,000 in the red. By TIM YOVICH


CALIFORNIA MURDER Judge admonishes jury in Peterson case to do what's necessary to reach a verdict

Some jurors rocked the boat, prompting a request for a mistrial. LOS ANGELES TIMES REDWOOD


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So far, the fighting has killed 42 insurgents and five U.S. troops.

So far, the fighting has killed 42 insurgents and five U.S. troops. NEAR FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) --


Rhode Island senator to remain Republican

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Republican Sen. Lincoln Chafee, who flirted with changing political parties in


LIQUOR LICENSES

LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers


HOW SHE SEES IT Bush spins the results of the election

Opinion: By MARSHA MERCER MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- Now that the campaign is over,


CURBSTONE Cowboys have Youngstown tie in Fitch's Guyan

His part-time job is preparing the NFL's equipment on game day. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS


PITTSBURGH Steelers were 6-10 in 2003, now 7-1 with room to grow

An injury-free offensive line clearly has been the league's best. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- For most of


HOW HE SEES IT President must not give in on his agenda

Opinion: By PETER A. BROWN ORLANDO SENTINEL Bipartisanship is one of those warm and fuzzy, politically


FIELD TRIP Pa. student finds fossil of amphibian

The new species could be named after the student who found the fossil. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A


Higher-priced higher ed

Opinion: The Providence Journal: For the second straight year, the cost of getting a college education at a


Utah State fires football coach Mick Dennehy

LOGAN, Utah (AP) -- Utah State fired football coach Mick Dennehy after a five-game losing streak and


MAHONING COUNTY Condo project variance is OK'd

One councilman said the area already has enough multifamily units. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


POLICE DEPARTMENT Council OKs transfer to cover OT spending

Council approved more funds for overtime than initially requested. SHARON, Pa. -- City council has


HOW HE SEES IT Bush's solid victory -- McKinley style

Opinion: By MAX BOOT LOS ANGELES TIMES Lyndon Baines Johnson couldn't do it. Neither could Harry Truman.


NORTHEAST OHIO Elyria police probe cop's killing of man

ELYRIA, Ohio (AP) -- A man who ran from police early Sunday morning was shot in the back of his


HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Veterans Day State, county and federal agencies and other businesses that will


GOLF Poland's Sweeney, JFK's Rogner receive first-team district honors

POLAND -- John Sweeney, a senior at Poland High, was named to the All-Northeast Ohio District boys


NATION

NATION H & amp;R Block accused of fraud WASHINGTON -- Securities regulators have accused H


Ornaments were made by children.

Ornaments were made by children. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WEST FARMINGTON --


FRENCH HOSPITAL Official: Arafat's condition worsens

Arafat's wife said Palestinian leaders are trying to usurp her husband. CLAMART, France (AP) --


PARK DEPARTMENT Union gets first contract

Workers should work a rotating schedule to reduce overtime, one trustee said. By IAN HILL


INTERNET America Online replaces senior executives

The CEO wants to shake up a company that's been criticized for slow reactions. WASHINGTON POST


Insurgent hotbed tests urban combat training

In some ways, the fight for Fallujah represents the urbanization of conflict in the world.


Kansas edges Wake in first poll

The Jayhawks have four starters back from a regional finalist. ASSOCIATED PRESS Sure, Kansas