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Scrappers get a new manager; Sarbaugh receives promotion
NILES -- The Cleveland Indians announced Rouglas Odor as the manager of the Mahoning Valley
HOW HE SEES IT U.S., China hide worries under smiles
Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Expect smiles all around when President Bush meets
NFL STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE
NFL STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPA New England810.889237152 N.Y.
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Named Joe Jordan director of scouting. CLEVELAND
NCAC MEN'S BASKETBALL Wooster, Wittenberg expected to make run
Wooster made it to the national semifinals last season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Wooster and Wittenberg
Protect our forests
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: The Bush administration wants to lift a blanket ban on logging in 58 million
AREA COLLEGE ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
WOMEN Geneva 73, Mount Vernon Nazarene 59 BEAVER FALLS, Pa. -- Geneva rallied from a 12-point
HOUSING CODE Deficiencies disappoint enforcement director
Big fines often aren't the best remedy, one judge said. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mike Damiano hoped tougher
ALL ABOUT IMAGE Pop rock with a touch of punk
The lines between musical genres are getting more blurred. By DAN NAILEN SCRIPPS HOWARD Shania
The rising toll coincides with stepped-up efforts to bring key strongholds under control.
The rising toll coincides with stepped-up efforts to bring key strongholds under control.
Free Agent Signings
FREE AGENT SIGNINGS NEW YORK -- The five free agents who have signed, with name, position, former
S. Carolina State routs Penn State
DeChellis' Nittany Lions dropped to 1-2. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- South Carolina State Coach Ben Betts
WHITE HOUSE Bush Cabinet moves to consolidate control
In his choices of Rice and Gonzales, the president prizes loyalty over change. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
PHILIP TERZIAN Dems need to examine selves
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- It is sometimes said that one of Margaret Thatcher's greatest achievements is the
TEMPLE Coach wants spot in non-BCS league
Temple is leaving the Big East, and its football future beyond 2005 is uncertain. PHILADELPHIA
GUARDIANS CLASSIC Buckeyes advance to semis
The Buckeyes shot 61 percent from the field. COLUMBUS (AP) -- J.J. Sullinger scored 11 of his 15
OSU FOOTBALL Geiger, Tressel defend program
An ESPN executive took exception to the athletics director's comments. COLUMBUS (AP) -- In a
HEALTH Study: Too little sleep can be linked to obesity
Results from the study are based on information concerning 18,000 adults. LAS VEGAS (AP) --
CHINGY | A PROFILE Rapper revels in the fast life
He's only 24, and he says his dream is coming true. By ALICIA QUARLES ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS
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AREA MEN'S COLLEGE SCHEDULES
MOUNT UNION Nov. 23 -- at Akron, 7 p.m. Nov. 27 -- Wooster (at Capital), 4 p.m. Nov. 28 -- at
W. RESERVE ROAD Planned project is put on hold
The road project will be delayed until 2009. CANFIELD -- Motorists using Western Reserve Road are
MAC strikes deal to get third bowl game
TOLEDO (AP) -- For the first time in its history, the Mid-American Conference will field three teams
Cardinal numbers
Tradition-rich Mooney has racked up impressive statistics and wins en route to the regional final.
ECONOMY Wholesale prices soared in October
An economist said the recent spike should be temporary. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Wholesale prices --
Without judges, city's housing code toothless
Opinion: We would not presume to challenge Judge Robert Milich on his understanding of the system of checks
Spot assured, U.S. players try to impress coach
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Even though the United States has a guaranteed spot in the regional finals, forward
There's fear afoot, but it is a fear for the loss of freedom
Opinion: There's fear afoot, but it is a fear for the loss of freedom EDITOR: As this is written, it has
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR Annie's Mailbox She can smoke in her own apartment
Dear Annie: I have lived in a wonderful apartment for five years. Three months ago, a woman who is a
PLAYOFF TICKETS
PLAYOFF TICKETS Mooney YOUNGSTOWN -- Tickets for Cardinal Mooney's Division IV playoff game with
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 17, the 322nd day of 2004. There are 44 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Nov. 17, the 322nd day of 2004. There are 44 days left in the year. On this date
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Pias Moonlite(StokesIII)21.608.805.60 Saharan Sunrise
NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's games
Supersonics 103, 76ers 95 PHILADELPHIA -- Wide open or contested, Seattle hit 3-pointers from all
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Boston32.600--3-2W-32-21-02-2
TUESDAY'S GAMES
TUESDAY'S GAMES Seattle 103, Philadelphia 95 Utah 107, Charlotte 105 Atlanta 88, Houston 84
WESTMINSTER MEN'S BASKETBALL Titans look to remain PAC leaders
'The Circus' is back in town, looking to improve on last year's trip to the Division III tournament.
Cowher: Porter-Green fight must set example for 'mates
The Steelers face division rival Cincinnati on Sunday. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers
MAHONING VALLEY Forum plans to lay off 53 workers
The health system notified all of its employees late last week. YOUNGSTOWN -- Forum Health intends
BASEBALL Guerrero wins AL MVP honor in his first season with Angels
The slugger led the league with 124 runs and 366 total bases. NEW YORK (AP) -- Vladimir Guerrero
"Colin Powell commands tremendous respect on Capitol Hill."
Opinion: "Colin Powell commands tremendous respect on Capitol Hill." Rep. Tom Lantos, D-Calif. Ranking
Football OHSAA Playoff Pairings
Football OHSAA Playoff Pairings Regional Finals DIVISION I All Games at 7 p.m. Saturday
CAVALIERS Lawyer: Wagner's stepdad sought guns for protection
The case could go to the jury today. CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) -- The stepfather of Cleveland Cavaliers
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
Teaching new dogs some old tricks
HE KERSHNER FAMILY HAS PLAYED HOST to many dogs over the past several years, but none of the animals
BASEBALL ROUNDUP Phillies keep Lidle for $6.3 million
Vinny Castilla is leaving the Rockies and coming to D.C. ASSOCIATED PRESS PHILADELPHIA -- Right-
HELOISE Sugar-free foods aren't only concern
Dear Heloise: You printed a reader's sugar-free recipe in a recent column. Now is a great time to
rue enjoyment of the holidays comes from time spent with family and friends, not time spent in the
rue enjoyment of the holidays comes from time spent with family and friends, not time spent in the
OAC MEN'S BASKETBALL John Carroll looks to build on success of last season
Mount Union has four starters returning. ASSOCIATED PRESS John Carroll won't be sneaking up on
PENN STATE Young LBs are getting recognition
The future of 'Linebacker U' is in good hands with two young defense stars. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
Floyd Baker dies at age 88; played for five MLB teams
YOUNGSTOWN -- Floyd Baker, one of the top defensive players of his era in the major leagues and a
THANKSGIVING FEAST Wise uses of sage
Keep dried sage in an airtight jar to maintain the herb's freshness. By KATHIE SMITH TOLEDO
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Avon Lake sweeps player honors on NE Lakes All-District teams
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Poll champion Avon Lake took the top individual offensive and defensive honors in
Stuffed squash satisfies vegans and meat-eaters
Start a new Thanksgiving tradition. By GWEN SCHOEN SCRIPPS HOWARD It was an act of
NOTICES YOUTH WRESTLING
NOTICES YOUTH WRESTLING Canfield High School -- will host an open tournament Nov. 21 for wrestlers
Not happy behind Suggs and Green, Jackson is waived
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Browns waived disgruntled running back James Jackson on Tuesday to make room
For real flavor, add real butter
For real flavor, add real butter kREAL BUTTER delivers a rich flavor, enhancing the taste and
If the Wolverines beat OSU on Saturday, they are outright Big Ten champs.
If the Wolverines beat OSU on Saturday, they are outright Big Ten champs. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) --
CANCER SURVIVOR Dravecky accepts his fate
The former Youngstown State standout is now a motivational speaker. By TARA SULLIVAN THE RECORD
Fighting disrupts ceremony
Rapper 'legend' was involved in the fracas. SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) -- A fight broke out near
ELECTION PROBE Panel to be selected
Commissioners aren't sure whether the work will be done openly or privately. MERCER, Pa. -- The
MEN'S BASKETBALL TUESDAY'S SCORES EAST
MEN'S BASKETBALL TUESDAY'S SCORES EAST Gannon 63, Nyack 55 Molloy 90, Dominican, N.Y. 82
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY 2 p.m. (ESPN) Tennis: Masters Cup. 7 p.m. (ESPN) College basketball: Preseason NIT.
Ark. display reveals presidents' tastes
The show also features some revealing photographs. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) -- Famous works of art
2006 World Cup Qualifying
2006 WORLD CUP QUALIFYING NORTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN CARIBBEAN ZONE SEMIFINALS
Hunter to play Ginger in 'Gilligan' reality show
Hunter to play Ginger in 'Gilligan' reality show NEW YORK -- Just sit right back, and you'll hear
MEN'S BASKETBALL No. 10 Arizona overcomes sloppiness, top San Diego
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- Mustafa Shakur scored 23 points and Ivan Radenovic 20 -- both career highs --
BONNIE ERBE Free-lance economy is a boom for some but a bust for others
Opinion: Think you're going to retire "fat and happy" with a corporate pension payout delivered as pro-mised?
TUESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES SUPERSONICS 103, 76ERS 95
TUESDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES SUPERSONICS 103, 76ERS 95 SEATTLE (103) -- Lewis 7-18 4-6 21, Evans 1-3
Pedro Martinez meets Steinbrenner in Florida
Would the Boston ace really suit up in pinstripes? NEW YORK (AP) -- Pedro Martinez visited the
GOLF TOURS
GOLF TOURS At a glance LPGA TOUR What: ADT Championship Where: West Palm Beach, Fla. Schedule:
Low-carb choices make meals festive
Even a few moments of unrestrained eating can lead to trouble for dieters. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE
'We need to play our best game'
The coach reminded the players of the importance of beating Michigan. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Insomnia