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Clinton country
ASSOCIATED PRESS FROM NATURAL SPRINGS AND RIVER kayaking to folk music and civil rights history,
VETERANS
VETERANS Dinner, dance planned A Thanksgiving dinner and dance will be at American Legion Posts
Prose's Las Vegas-style show to benefit charity
YOUNGSTOWN -- Charlie Prose's love of comedy and singing has fueled a career that has taken him from
Excellent teachers
Excellent teachers k SHARON NICASTRO, above, a teacher at St. Joseph School in Austintown, injects
If president has his way, no bowler will be left behind
With the election behind us, I'd like to follow up on the progress of the No Bowler Left Behind Act.
Christmas tree heads to Washington, D.C., to get all spruced up
States take turns providing the tree for the people. WASHINGTON POST MONTEREY, Va. -- By the
STATE PATROL
STATE PATROL Warren man promoted State Trooper Jerad Sutton, Warren, of the Ohio State Highway
Today is Sunday, Nov. 14, the 319th day of 2004. There are 47 days left in the year. On this date in 1889, inspired by Jules Verne, New York World reporter Nellie Bly (Elizabeth Cochrane) sets out to
Today is Sunday, Nov. 14, the 319th day of 2004. There are 47 days left in the year. On this date in
Supervisors agree to pay back wages to ex-worker
The board ruled the township incorrectly designated a job as nonunion. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Businessman knows: Adversity has its benefits
A positive outlook helped a New Springfield man survive serious setbacks. By MARY ELLEN PELLEGRINI
Vice squad's raids net 4 drug arrests
Police hit three suspected drug locations in less than three hours. YOUNGSTOWN -- A series of
Magees honored on 40th anniversary
XST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. -- Mr. and Mrs. Art Magee, 22223 Maple St., were honored on their 40th
Senate's political center shifts more to the right
Having more conservatives won't make it any less challenging for Bush. LOS ANGELES TIMES
Ghettopoly creator's Hasbro suit is dismissed
ERIE (AP) -- The creator of the board game Ghettopoly, a spoof on Monopoly that has drawn the ire of
Mahoning county
MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in
Red-hot Raiders roll past Bulldogs
South Range topped Dalton 24-9 to advance to the regional championship. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
Elephants terrorize villages and chug beer
Wild elephants guzzled beer in one village and killed three people. GAUHATI, India (AP) -- Wild
More attention given, but fewer being hired
There are just five black coaches among the 117 Division I-A schools. SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL No height, no athletic ability, but she scores
Junior Emily Faurholt led the nation in scoring last season. MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) -- Emily Faurholt
Man claims he was blinded 4 times on trips
Traveler is charged with insurance fraud after claiming more than $1 million. WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.
TRUMBULL NEW THEATRE Crazy characters make great 'Fools'
Fascinating, off-the-wall characters fool around in this comic fable. BY MARGARET NERY
Steelers vs. Browns feud looms
The Mercer County Chapter of the American Red Cross wants to know what color you bleed. The chapter
BEST SELLERS | Top rankings
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Hour Game," by David Baldacci (Warner, $26.95) 2. "Metro Girl," by Janet
jennifer sanner ronald glista jr.
JENNIFER SANNER RONALD GLISTA JR. XCANFIELD -- The Rev. Dr. Brent Allen officiated at 3 p.m. Oct.
Akron cop shoots dog that attacked 3
AKRON (AP) -- A police officer shot and killed a pit bull after it terrorized a neighborhood,
JENNIFER ZALESKI JESSE HICKERSON
JENNIFER ZALESKI JESSE HICKERSON XGIRARD -- The marriage of Jennifer Zaleski and Jesse Hickerson,
Secrecy will fuel suspicion about Mercer Co. elections
Opinion: Brian Beader, chairman of Mercer County commissioners, is to be commended for proposing the creation
Cleveland Clinic official to lecture at Grove City
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Dr. John J. Fung, chairman of the department of general surgery and director of
XCANFIELD -- Garden City, S.C., was the honeymoon destination of Ryan Reed and his bride, the former Elizabeth King, both of 7261/2 Speer St., Belle Vernon, Pa., who were married Oct. 16 at The
XCANFIELD -- Garden City, S.C., was the honeymoon destination of Ryan Reed and his bride, the former
Key to stopping Steelers? Rattle Ben Roethlisberger
The Browns will try to get an early lead and force Pittsburgh to rally. CLEVELAND (AP) -- It's
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Hi Noon Lady(K Holliday)4.003.403.00 Two Days Odyssey(W
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Taryn's Belief (Rosendo)10.204.402.60 She's No Bo
Values voters must be true to faith
Opinion: The "values voters" supposedly made the difference in the re-election of George W. Bush and now want
ODOT crews get ready to battle snow and ice
The winter of 2003-04 saw record snowfall amounts. YOUNGSTOWN -- With summer's balmy weather
Fanning the flames at OSU
Based on what we've read the last few days, Jim Tressel is: UThe savior of the Ohio State football
Lawyers question competency of man accused in Elizabeth Smart case
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Attorneys for a man accused of kidnapping Elizabeth Smart have asked a judge
ADS SUPPORT ARNOLD BID
Ads support Arnold bid SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Californians will soon see advertisements urging
New technology amazes
Tom Hanks suggested that the book be made into a movie. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Tom Hanks used
NBA ROUNDUP | Saturday's other games
Bucks 94, Hornets 91 MILWAUKEE -- Michael Redd scored 30 points, and Keith Van Horn and Desmond
Western Kentucky topples W. Illinois
Northern Iowa won to stay in contention for an at-large playoff berth. ASSOCIATED PRESS BOWLING
UW volunteering made couple feel welcome
United Way helped the couple quickly fall in love with their adopted home. By NANCY TULLIS
Hand sanitizers less irritating than soap
Q. I have become obsessive about washing my hands. All the news reports about the shortage of flu
Event to inform females of risk
Miss Ohio 2004 is the guest speaker for the event. WARREN -- In observance of International World
Antique doll house for sale in new FAO Schwarz catalog
WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- A miniature Dutch Colonial villa -- complete with lacquered
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KARA VECHIARELLI FRANK TARANTINO XYOUNGSTOWN -- Kara Vechiarelli and Frank Tarantino, both of 27
'Conspiracy?' explores crime cases
The latest episode explores the murder of Dr. Martin Luther King. SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL
Stage Left presents 'Hey Li'l Red'
Stage Left presents 'Hey Li'l Red' LISBON -- Kandy Cleland and Jodine Pilmer are the authors of
GRACE HUI THOMAS JACKAMO II
GRACE HUI THOMAS JACKAMO II XFLORENCE, Italy -- The wedding of Grace Hui and Thomas Jackamo II,
BOULDER, COLO. Colorado's recruiting takes hit with scandal
The Buffaloes won just five games last year and have struggled this season. BOULDER, Colo. (AP) --
Clinton library to open in Arkansas
Documents involving Clinton's impeachment will be on display. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS LITTLE ROCK,
New doses of vaccine expected
Reports indicate a light to normal flu season in the Mahoning Valley so far. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
AMAs update for '04
The show will feature wall-to-wall performances. LOS ANGELES TIMES HOLLYWOOD -- "Awards shows
Work on road winds down
The road should be reopened in about two weeks. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
Woman to get reward for help in arson case
Authorities said the witness was instrumental in recording a confession. YOUNGSTOWN -- An
Hurricanes cost company $550M
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The four hurricanes that slammed Florida and the Southeast this fall are expected
Pews celebrate 50th anniversary at dinner party
XYOUNGSTOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. James Pew, 1534 Chattanooga Ave., was
CANDIDATES Board of supervisors
Candidates for two positions on the Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District's board of
LARISA PIWTORAK THOMAS HULL JR.
LARISA PIWTORAK THOMAS HULL JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place during a 2
MINDY GIEHIS DAVID ROSS
MINDY GIEHIS DAVID ROSS XCINCINNATI -- The wedding of Mindy Giehis and David Ross took place at
KRISTY CONRAD DOMINIC ALTIER
KRISTY CONRAD DOMINIC ALTIER XYOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Baptist Church was the setting at 1 p.m.
Area soldier wounded in Iraq receives medal
The soldier was wounded in a mortar attack at Mosul Airport. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Staff Sgt.
Alliance is bounced by Northwest, 31-14
Northwest qualified for a regional final against Thornville Sheridan. By ERIC HAMILTON
3 victims stable after fiery crash in West Salem
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Three people injured in a fiery two-car crash in West Salem Township remained
DuoCam delivers best of both digital worlds
Half of the device is a camera, the other half is a camcorder. By MIKE LANGBERG KNIGHT RIDDER
Local Catholic leadership missed a great opportunity to set the record straight
Opinion: EDITOR: It was most frustrating during the course of the presidential campaign as a Catholic and a
Hart on a cloud with silver lining
WILMINGTON -- Alyss Hart, a McDonald High graduate, enjoyed the distinction of being a member of the
ELISSA BOLCHALK ERIC ALEXANDER
ELISSA BOLCHALK ERIC ALEXANDER XBOARDMAN -- Elissa Bolchalk, Muirfield Avenue, Toledo, became the
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MARY BETH HERB MICHAEL HOLDFORD XMENTOR -- Mary Beth Herb and Michael William Holdford, both of
Mozilla creates rival for Explorer
With new features, Firefox works about as fast as Internet Explorer. LOS ANGELES TIMES Get ready
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x A J 10 9 4 u 7 6 3 v 6 5 4 w A 8 WEST EAST
She turned to the wrong person for help
Dear Annie: I am 23 years old, married for four years and have a 19-month-old daughter. About a year
55-PLUS CLUB
55-PLUS CLUB MINERAL RIDGE XMembers of the 55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 11 a.m.
JACLYN LEWIS RYAN GROPE
JACLYN LEWIS RYAN GROPE XNEWTON FALLS -- Montego Bay, Jamaica, was the honeymoon destination of
AUDREY STANLEY ROBERT OHL JR.
AUDREY STANLEY ROBERT OHL JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- Robert Frank Ohl Jr. and his bride, the former Audrey
Intruder scares woman
Intruder scares woman YOUNGSTOWN -- Police said a 19-year-old woman got a rude surprise when she
Best Bets on TV Tonight
Peggy Hill goes to Montana to make amends with her disapproving mother on the season opener of "King
Boston College spills No. 13 West Virginia
The Eagles remained in the hunt for their first Big East title. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Defense
A FAST LESSON | About Miss Spider
FAMILY: Miss Spider lives with her husband, Holley, and their eight children -- five spiders
Handling 'junk talk': Throw out its significance
Q. My 7-year-old is hypercritical of his homework and grades. He will often cry over his homework
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Hi Noon Lady(K Holliday)4.003.403.00 Two Days Odyssey(W
Rockettes kick it up a notch
The 'Christmas Spectacular' has added 3-D photos and a video montage. By HILLEL ITALIE AP
SENIOR CENTER OF MAHONING COUNTY, 1110 FIFTH AVE., YOUNGSTOWN, HAS PLANNED THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES: MONDAY, BRIDGE AND FOLLIES AT 1 P.M.; TUESDAY, DRAWING CLASS AT 8:30 A.M., NEW MIDDLETOWN
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:
Michigan State batters Badgers
The Spartans knocked Wisconsin out of the national championship race. ASSOCIATED PRESS EAST
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Someone spied on Ryan and Greenlee, and fired shots at them at a rest stop while
No-no for Palko reversed
Pitt's 41-38 victory represented the Panthers' most points ever against Notre Dame. SOUTH BEND,
Daly-Donofrio ties record for 3 rounds
She shot a career-best 64 for a three-round 199 to lead by 3 strokes. ASSOCIATED PRESS MOBILE,
Goodwill helps man to find job
The Warren resident was hired based on his qualifications. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
MEGAN WALSH MICHAEL GREENWALT JR.
MEGAN WALSH MICHAEL GREENWALT JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- A reception at St. Mary Assumption Social Center
'I Pagliacci' dinner-theater engages audience
In the story, art imitates life on stage. By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Love,
Exquisite sense of bad timing
Opinion: The best that can be said at this point about Sheriff Randall Wellington's overseeing of the
Bottom line for contenders: Just win
At Darlington, some run horrible and some run well. DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) -- The five drivers
Bendens mark golden jubilee at Saxon Club
XPOLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Norman E. Benden Sr. of Poland were the guests of honor Oct. 30 at a dinner
Auxiliary to offer Christmas decor
MERCER, Pa. -- The Auxiliary to the Children's Aid Society of Mercer County is selling holiday
JAIME RICH NATHAN TESTA
JAIME RICH NATHAN TESTA XYOUNGSTOWN -- Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek Park was the
Goal-line stop preserves win for PSU
The Nittany Lions have never lost to Indiana. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) -- Joe Paterno turned Penn
NOTEBOOK | YSU vs. SW Missouri State
Old home week: Youngstown State co-defensive coordinator Dana Chambers was right at home this
Kyle Orton enters; Buckeyes exit
The senior quarterback came off the bench to lead the Boilermakers. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) --
Trash creates perfect costumes
The show's costume designer scoured the streets of New York. NEW YORK (AP) -- It's 2 a.m. and
Four area standouts awarded top honors
Crestview junior Tricia Richards led the Rebels to the Div. III regional final. VINDICATOR STAFF
SWCD plans election to fill vacancies
Three people are seeking election to two seats. CANFIELD -- The Mahoning Soil and Water
Turk gives his number to viewers
The recorded message reveals that the show is changing time slots. ZAP2IT.COM In discussing his
PAC schools keep polls in perspective
Our area colleges, Westminster, Grove City and Thiel, did not fare well in the pre-season
Auburn subdues Georgia to go 10-0
The win may boost the No. 3 Tigers' ranking in the BCS standings. ASSOCIATED PRESS AUBURN, Ala.
U.S. troops take control of Fallujah
Insurgents have been surrendering in groups. CHICAGO TRIBUNE FALLUJAH, Iraq -- The weeklong
MIAMI Heat's Wade showcasing talent
The second-year standout has benefited from the offseason acquisition of Shaq. MIAMI (AP) -- There
Taxpayers foot bill of thousands for child killer's intelligence tests
He was convicted for sexually assaulting, mutilating and killing a Warren boy. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Web widens for children's story books
A TV show, toys, clothing and garden decorations are part of the empire. By WILLIAM KATES
United States falls behind in second race to the moon
The United States doesn't plan to send humans to the moon until at least 2015. KNIGHT RIDDER
Woods observe 50th anniversary with cruise, picnic
XAUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Donald Wood, 4706 Kirk Road, celebrated their 50th anniversary during a
CHURCH ARREST Police hold 2 in plot to sacrifice 3 children on altar
ROCHESTER, N.H. (AP) -- A woman and her boyfriend are accused of plotting to sacrifice the woman's
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ALYSSA PERUZZI CHRISTOPHER BROOKBANK XGIRARD -- Alyssa Peruzzi and Christopher Brookbank were
Bob Geldof's daughter to make television debut
Bob Geldof's daughter to make television debut LONDON -- Peaches Geldof, daughter of musician Bob
Taking a stroll through kids garden
The garden in Cleveland gives children a playful way to discover nature. By THERESA M. HEGEL
White powers Sooners
He completed a school-record 18 in a row as Oklahoma rolled, 30-3. NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Jason
Source: Jailed Palestinian leader plans election run
Israel is not prepared to release the Palestinian. RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) -- Marwan Barghouti, a
Utilities seek approval to raise their gas rates
Companies say recent wholesale prices were much higher than expected. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Heating
HARLANSBURG, Pa. -- If your hobbies center around planes, trains and automobiles, then the
HARLANSBURG, Pa. -- If your hobbies center around planes, trains and automobiles, then the
Cleanup adds pep to aging PC
Q. My 41/2-year-old Dell Pentium III running Windows 98 eventually freezes every time I use it.
Death sentence for Peterson will be uphill battle
For one thing, Scott Peterson has no record of arrest or violence. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS SAN
YSU events to celebrate international education
YOUNGSTOWN -- Cultural food, entertainment and clothing highlight three public events sponsored by
Trumbull commissioners must start doing their jobs
Opinion: Trumbull commissioners must start doing their jobs EDITOR: There is no need to increase the
Nowak played in two Cups; now he's coach in a third -- for D.C.
United will play the Kansas City Wizards for the league championship. CARSON, Calif. (AP) -- Peter
BLOOD DRIVES
Blood Drives MONDAY St. Brendan's Church, 2800 Oakwood Ave., Youngstown, 1:30-6:30. Elks Lodge
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ROSALIE AUGUST CHRISTOPHER CIBELLA XNAPLES, Fla. -- Rosalie Christina August, 5521 Loretta Drive,
Classes:
CLASSES: Red Cross baby sitter: For boys and girls ages 11 to 15; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, at
FOOTBALL N.Y. school moves on without star tailback
Michael Hart went to Michigan, but Onondaga Central School survived. NEDROW, N.Y. (AP) -- When
Sweetness and slapstick put 'Elf' on Christmas list
Will Ferrell's comical antics make this movie worthwhile. By JUSTIN RUDE WASHINGTON POST The
'ROCK 'N' ROLL' 'ACOUSTIC'
'ROCK 'N' ROLL' 'ACOUSTIC' John Lennon (Capitol) ss ("Rock 'n' Roll") s ("Acoustic") It
Readers can dive into 'Skinny-Dipping'
The writer offers a fresh voice in the world of literary crime. By WANDA J. DEMARZO KNIGHT
Reebok revives Pump shoe in shift toward technology
The new shoe inflates itself automatically. BOSTON (AP) -- Hoping to build on the success of a
SATURDAY'S SCORES
SATURDAY'S SCORES EAST Albright 37, Lebanon Valley 13 Amherst 13, Williams 10 Bates 37,
Breaking news, in brief
Today we have some urgent breaking news, defined as "news that happened at some point in the past
JODI KOSKO JAMES MIKA JR.
JODI KOSKO JAMES MIKA JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- The wedding of Jodi Kosko and James Mika Jr. took place
Stolen-identity case goes unsolved
The man used a dead boy's birth certificate to gain a Social Security card. EASTLAKE, Ohio (AP) --
Fiddling around
As a child prodigy, O'Connor decided to expand beyond classical violin. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA
Animation isn't for kids, says writer-director
Brad Bird has also worked on 'The Simpsons' and 'King of the Hill.' THE WASHINGTON POST
Dutch say suspects are tied to radicals
A Syrian spiritual leader has disappeared. AMSTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) -- Dutch authorities have
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go Clinton Presidential Library: River Market District, downtown Little Rock;
Ion cleanse rids body of toxins
The water changes color according to the type of toxins. By L. Crow VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Sluggish first half dooms Titans
Boardman High graduate Brian Ekis caught a TD pass in the loss. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR
Cavs rise to .500 behind James, 'Z'
After an 0-3 start, the Cavaliers are 3-0 after beating the Wizards. CLEVELAND (AP) -- For the
Truex claims circuit crown for Earnhardt Co.
Jamie McMurray was the Bi-Lo 200 winner. DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) -- Martin Truex Jr.'s fourth-place
IVORY COAST Foreigners evacuate despite assurances from government
Nearly 4,000 foreigners have been flown out, officials said. ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AP) --
Desktop Search brings help or harm
By MIKE LANGBERG KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Google's new Desktop Search software is a muscle car
Va. gun group carries its goals out in the open
Throughout the state, the group has scored victories. WASHINGTON POST RICHMOND, Va. -- Philip
Strauch scores 6 TDs; Mount Union rolls to 10th
He tied the school's single-game scoring record in a 59-10 win. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR
Library seen as key to future of tourism
Officials want the Clinton Library to be an anchor for tourism. LITTLE ROCK (AP) -- With the
Classic is no more
The LPGA won't be making a stop in the Mahoning Valley in 2005, a tournament official confirmed.
By NORMAN LEIGH
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Perhaps our best hopes for the future
WITH THE VETS | Veterans meetings
Meeting schedule for the week of Nov. 14: TODAY Mahoning Valley Chapter, American Ex-Prisoners
LeFall sets up Akron's victory
His outstanding defensive play set the stage for the Zips' 31-19 win over Ohio. ATHENS -- Dwayne
'Gone With the Wind' DVD collection features remastered film
THE WASHINGTON POST "Gone With the Wind: Four-Disc Collector's Edition" (Rated G; list price
Stackhouse comes off bench to lift Mavericks
The nine-year veteran scored 28 points for Dallas against the Nets. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) --
Obscure program emerges
The Colorado School of Mines is 11-0 this season. GOLDEN, Colo. (AP) -- OK, let's clear up a few
Study will target 'triggers' of Type 1 diabetes in children
Eight thousand kids who are at high risk will be followed for 15 years. SEATTLE TIMES SEATTLE --
THE NUMBERS SW Missouri 34, YSU 28
Youngstown St.7777--28 SW Missouri St.017710--34 First Quarter YSU--Monquantae Gibson 1 run
Board approves cost for area sewer project
A Salem company will construct sewer service to the new school building. By JoANN JONES
Weak dollar means higher profits from sales in Europe
The dollar hit a new low against the euro last week. NEW YORK (AP) -- American company Tupperware
Allegheny thumped by Wittenberg, 42-21
The Tigers posted their seventh win, including fifth in the NCAC. ASSOCIATED PRESS SPRINGFIELD
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Randall J. Starr, 42, of 2906 Randolph N.W., Warren, and