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STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .52, 23.7723.76 Avalon Holdings,3.16 3.3 Clear Channel,
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
BRAZIL Buyback program barely makes dent in gun ownership
The program is part of new gun-control legislation in the country plagued by violence. LOS ANGELES
Richard Jefferson makes a big assist
He has offered to replace a wheelchair for a little girl. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Richard
Blast jolts neighborhood 1 house destroyed; others damaged; gas leak suspected
Three homes sustained enough damage to be condemned. HOWLAND -- An explosion leveled a two-story
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX--Agreed to terms with LHP Kevin Walker on a one-year
Lions see things to build on
The way in which they won their last two games gives reason to be optimistic. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
Without volunteers, there'd be less to be thankful for
Opinion: Without volunteers, there'd be less to be thankful for EDITOR: As the holiday season approaches,
GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy It sounds like a crass thing to do, but if you have stinky feet, try it
Q. A few years back my teenage son suffered terrible foot odor. My husband and I would not let him
Containing Marshall is key for Pittsburgh
Two Pitt victories, and a little luck, could give the team a BCS bid. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Maybe
NBA SUMMARIES WIZARDS 102, RAPTORS 86
NBA SUMMARIES WIZARDS 102, RAPTORS 86 TORONTO (86) -- Carter 11-21 2-6 25, Bosh 5-12 5-8 15, Woods
Tougher limits sought on water
TORONTO (AP) -- Ontario will not sign an international agreement to place strict restrictions on how
HOW HE SEES IT Iraqis, Afghans will thank U.S. -- one day
Opinion: By BRETT McGURK KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- Thanksgiving is a good time to reflect on
LATEST LINE NCAA FOOTBALL
LATEST LINE NCAA FOOTBALL Thursday FAVORITELINEUNDERDOG Connecticut3at Rutgers West
YOUTH COALITION Valley groups to unite to serve at Thanksgiving
Leaders expect the young people to come away with valuable lessons. YOUNGSTOWN -- The recently
PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL
Taneisha Holland had a big game for Rayen School. CANFIELD -- Canfield High rallied from a 42-30
SUDAN After 21 years of war, nation sees glimmer of hope
As of now, a cease-fire is in place. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS BILAL, Sudan -- Finally, after 21
AFTERMATH Lawsuits begin after fight NBA fight in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) -- Two fans sued the Indiana Pacers and players Ron Artest, Stephen Jackson and
This year, sick workers are urged: Just stay home
Employers' plans to offer flu shots have fizzled. LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY The other day at a
MONTANA A scenic vista to grow out of abandoned mine
Authorities say tens of thousands of mines are on public and private lands. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
TUESDAY'S SCORES Kent St. 41, U CF 24 Toledo 49, Bowling Green 41 SUMMARIES TOLEDO 49, BOWLING
Pharmacist receives 51-month prison term
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A New Castle pharmacist was sentenced to 51 months in federal prison for selling
BIG TEN ROUNDUP Wisconsin's home winning streak reaches 30 games
The Badgers defeated UC Santa Barbara, 72-61. ASSOCIATED PRESS MADISON, Wis. -- Clayton Hanson
GARY SHEFFIELD Prosecutor: FBI has tape linked to extortion attempt
The Yankee outfielder said he knew about his wife's previous relationship. CHICAGO (AP) -- Federal
OHIO STATE Buckeyes to face Big 12 team in Alamo Bowl
Coach Jim Tressel says OSU looks forward to filling up the Alamo Dome. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State
Many who contributed landed appointments
It's a fairly common practice in Washington political circles. WASHINGTON (AP) -- One-third of
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Daddy's little girl reaches deep into their pockets
Dear Annie: My husband of six months has a beautiful, sweet daughter who was recently married.
COMPUTERS Hewlett-Packard estimates costs for job cuts
Hewlett-Packard added 4,000 employees in the fourth quarter. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Hewlett-Packard
YSU Board extends Sweet's contract
YSU's president will donate this year's raise to the university. YOUNGSTOWN -- David C. Sweet will
TRUCKING Truck-stop dentist pulls for rig drivers
She had to rethink traditional dentist-office practices. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE MEMPHIS,
NOTICES BASEBALL
NOTICES BASEBALL Roth Brothers -- of the Class B League will be holding tryouts for its summer
PREP PREVIEW \ Football playoffs
DIVISION IV State semifinal Mooney vs. Martins Ferry When: 7:30 p.m. Friday Where: Paul
Congress fails the taxpayers in adoption of spending bill
Opinion: Like mushrooms growing in a dank cellar, the federal government's massive spending bill grew and
TUESDAY'S SCORES AREA
TUESDAY'S SCORES AREA Salem 61, Fitch 27 Canfield 53, Warren Harding 49 Western Reserve at
Barbie makeover goes beyond looks
The toy maker tries to reverse a sales slide over the last seven quarters. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
Share with those less blessed
Dear Readers: Today is Thanksgiving. If you know someone who is alone today, please invite him or
NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's games
Pacers 106, Celtics 96 INDIANAPOLIS -- Jamaal Tinsley had a career-high 29 points and James Jones
NBA players union files appeal for Artest, others
Commissioner David Stern will hear the appeal. NEW YORK (AP) -- The NBA players' union filed an
NFL PREVIEW \ Today's games
INDIANAPOLIS (7-3) AT DETROIT (4-6) Time: 12:30 p.m. TV: WKBN (27), WOIO (19) Series history:
COACHING HOT SEAT Browns circle around Butch
The team released a somewhat ambiguous release supporting the coach. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Butch Davis
As AIDS devastates country, children must live alone
A sack of cornmeal, some beans and some cooking oil make up a month's rations. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Irish get set to face top-rated Trojans
The Irish have wins over Michigan and Tennessee this year. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Notre Dame
MAUI INVITATIONAL Louisville knocks off Stanford
The Texas Longhorns coasted past Tennessee in the second game. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAHAINA, Hawaii
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES Baltimore 30, Dallas 10 Buffalo 37, St. Louis 17 Indianapolis 41, Chicago 10
Kelly Holcomb will start at quarterback for Browns
Jeff Garcia still couldn't practice on Wednesday. BEREA (AP) -- Kelly Holcomb will make his first
OHIO
OHIO Pizza union turned down SUNBURY -- Pizza delivery drivers at a restaurant here voted 9-to-3
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf New York55.500--5-5W-24-11-43-2
NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE
NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB New York55.500-- Boston45.444 1/2
Player says he was urged to hurt rival
Several players said four of the coaches verbally abused them. CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. (AP) -- High
Holiday cards say something about sender
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS So maybe you're bored with the same old traditional holiday cards decked
SOUTHEASTERN CONFERENCE Spurrier pledges to turn S. Carolina into champion
Once Lou Holtz decided to resign, things began to happen quickly. COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- Steve
EDUCATION Hubbard High School gets excellence rating
The high school will be receiving a certificate from the state. HUBBARD -- The board of education
NFL STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE
NFL STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPA New England910.900264171 N.Y.
It sounds like a crass thing to do, but if you have stinky feet, try it
Q. A few years back my teenage son suffered terrible foot odor. My husband and I would not let him
BALTIMORE RAVENS Jamal Lewis will sit out Sunday's game
Chester Taylor will fill in for the running back Sunday. OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) -- Baltimore
Study: Brutal rites await new soldiers
The hazing system has created a culture of revenge, one group says. TORONTO GLOBE AND MAIL
TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Women's college basketball
No. 1 Tennessee 71 George Washington 41 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Shanna Zolman scored 14 points and
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Fast Spot (Perez Jr.)5.003.403.00 Viasec Son (Marcial
OSU BASKETBALL Buckeyes rout Houston, advance to tourney final
Terence Dials had a game-high 12 rebounds for OSU. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Ivan Harris scored a
HORIZON LEAGUE Wisconsin-Green Bay routed by Michigan State
ASSOCIATED PRESS EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Alan Anderson led a balanced offense with 18 points, and
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Toledo earns berth in title game
Kent State beat UCF to finish 5-6. ASSOCIATED PRESS TOLEDO -- Bruce Gradkowski threw for 338
Solve the mystery of grease spots
Dear Heloise: Quite often when I take my clothes out of the dryer, they have grease spots on them
A little healing in Little Rock
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Presidential libraries, which are really museums built with private money, have
NBA BRAWL Pacers rally around teammates
Roster moves are being planned to replenish the roster. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Immediately after
DICIOCCIO-LOEW STABLE Boom Boom Mancini foresees ring revival
Youngstown-area bouts might merit TV exposure, the former champ says. YOUNGSTOWN -- A flight mixup
2-0 and thankful
YOUNGSTOWN -- Brian Radakovich scored a career-high 22 points to lead Youngstown State to its second
Violence fed by fans, athletes
Recent clashes feed on a culture of talk radio and disrespect for authority. By MARK SAPPENFIELD
Liberal's letter helps define today's Democratic Party
Opinion: Liberal's letter helps define today's Democratic Party EDITOR: A Nov. 17 letter to the editor
Finding cause to give thanks, even in troubled times
Opinion: These are troubled times, at home and abroad. Americans continue to die on the battlefields of a
WEST VIRGINIA-PITTSBURGH A real Backyard Brawl?
The winner could wind up in a BCS bowl. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pitt coach Walt Harris wants to make
COLORADO Crash leaves one soldier dead, Beaver Falls man, another hurt
The driver, who survived, is from Beaver Falls, Pa. FORT CARSON, Colo. (AP) -- One Fort Carson
MOONEY FOOTBALL Defense propels Martins Ferry
The Purple Riders' seniors boast a career 31-5 record. YOUNGSTOWN -- In the ever-increasing world
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x Q J 7 6 5 2 u 6 2 v K 8 w J 6 5 WEST EAST
PBA-Pepsi Open Results
PBA-PEPSI OPEN RESULTS Wednesday At Northrock Lanes Wichita, Kan. ROUND OF 64 (Single-
Charities group will cease
There were several attempts made to find a new LPGA tournament sponsor. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning
-- An update on negotiations --
Opinion: Dear Readers: We had hoped that all our employees would be enjoying Thanksgiving with their
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SHRIMP INDUSTRY Tariff issue to have impact
U.S. shrimpers hope for higher fees against imports this week. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
"What's interesting to me personally is you think about Thanksgiving being the home thing ... no
Opinion: "What's interesting to me personally is you think about Thanksgiving being the home thing ... no
A scenic vista to grow out of abandoned mine
Authorities say tens of thousands of mines are on public and private lands. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
TECHNOLOGY Tiny motion detector carries huge promise
The idea for the device came from a student working on his Ph.D. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE
STATE AUDIT Doctor ordered to repay $46,000
The physician's lawyer plans to file a lawsuit against the state auditor. COLUMBUS -- A Mahoning
SCHOOLS Howland media specialist touts automated library
INFOhio has become the state's K-12 virtual library. HOWLAND -- Pupils here and across Ohio have
Regulators approve increased December natural gas rates
COLUMBUS (AP) -- State regulators accepted revised rate increases Wednesday for two of Ohio's
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 24, the 329th day of 2004. There are 37 days left in the year. On his date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Nov. 24, the 329th day of 2004. There are 37 days left in the year. On his date
Tiny motion detector carries huge promise
The idea for the device came from a student working on his Ph.D. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE
MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Kentucky pulls away from Ball St., 73-53
Buffalo, Marshall and Central Michigan all won. ASSOCIATED PRESS CINCINNATI -- Patrick Sparks
Prime minister plans to meet with Gadhafi
Canada lifted sanctions against Libya in 1999. TORONTO GLOBE AND MAIL Canadian Prime Minister
WATER SCNDAL Contractor gets prison term in bribery scheme
Arnold Kaufman has cooperated with authorities. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A contractor has been sentenced
BILL TAMMEUS Finding the way of the pilgrim
Opinion: Twice in the last year and a half, I have been in Plymouth, Mass., where the Pilgrims landed (after
Collision course
YOUNGSTOWN -- Friday night's Division IV state semifinal could test the mental mettle of the best
CAL THOMAS Republican Congress must cut spending
Opinion: The just concluded "lame duck" session of Congress should have been labeled the "goose that laid the
ISRAEL Gap between rich, poor gets wider, report says
Nearly half of Palestinians live in poverty, the World Bank said. JERUSALEM (AP) -- More than one
MEN'S TOP 25 ROUNDUP Oklahoma St. routs Arkansas-LR
No. 15 Texas was the only ranked team to lose. ASSOCIATED PRESS STILLWATER, Okla. -- John Lucas
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AFC NORTH Steelers will miss 3 more starters for Sunday's game
Linebacker Kendrell Bell will miss a minimum of three games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh on verge of dealing Kendall to Oakland for pitchers
Jason Kendall has caught more games than any other catcher in Pirates' history. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
GEORGE F. WILL On this day of thanks, remember
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- When giving thanks this year, think of Lena Woebbecke. She and many others paid a
For the Joneses, a Thanksgiving to cherish forever
When the Bears and Cowboys line up, the sons will be there -- on each side. By JAIME ARON
After college, these young adults graduate into real estate
Parents find it makes sense to buy a home for their college kids. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL
HOW SHE SEES IT Apron strings that bind
Opinion: By MARILYN GARDNER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR In a drawer near our kitchen, a small stack of
STYLE Teacher gets some lessons in fashion
Mary Jo Conley's friends thought she deserved some pampering. By LISA JONES TOWNSEL KNIGHT
Injury doesn't stop his walk down aisle
Aaron Bugg was severely wounded while serving in Iraq. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Six weeks
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE TODAY
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE TODAY Connecticut (6-4) at Rutgers (4-6), 10 a.m. Tuskegee (9-1) at Alabama
Canada leads the world in the export of deadly asbestos
Opinion: By BARRY CASTLEMAN WASHINGTON POST Asbestos has been banned in more than 30 countries, and safer
HOW HE SEES IT Airports aren't fun places
Opinion: By JAY AMBROSE SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Getting on an airplane these days is no small feat,
SCHEDULES BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY
SCHEDULES BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY (Games at 7:30 p.m. unless noted) Wilson at Campbell Fairless
CITY POLICE Car impounded? Get there before 4
The lack of clerks and an inability to use cops in their place caused the change. YOUNGSTOWN --
ON TOUR \ This week's golf events
PGA TOUR Challenge Season The Skins Game La Quinta, Calif. Schedule: Saturday-Sunday Course:
MEN'S BASKETBALL TUESDAY'S SCORES EAST
MEN'S BASKETBALL TUESDAY'S SCORES EAST Albany, N.Y. 86, Siena 65 Alvernia 70, Albright 65
OHIO Governor Taft: Trip was helpful
Taft said the latest trade mission netted $154 million for the state. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov. Bob
PA. LEGISLATURE Robbins' bills await Gov. Rendell's OK
National Guard members may receive free college tuition for up to five years. HARRISBURG -- Two
-- An open letter to our readers --
Opinion: Dear Readers: The Vindicator is continuing, without interruption, to fulfill its commitments to
CALIFORNIA Commute options at Intel take off
The programs help the environment and relieve the stress of driving solo. SACRAMENTO BEE The
YOUNGSTOWN Hillman school is safe, Webb asserts
A more structured classroom setting will be created. YOUNGSTOWN -- Schools Superintendent Wendy
Truck-stop dentist pulls for rig drivers
She had to rethink traditional dentist-office practices. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE MEMPHIS,
NFL Injury Report
NFL INJURY REPORT NEW YORK -- The National Football League injury report for Thanksgiving, as
BASEBALL ROUNDUP News and notes
Diamondbacks: Bob Gebhard, former Colorado general manager, was hired Wednesday as assistant general
Penguins can't outscore Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN -- Despite a career-high scoring performance by senior Jen Perugini, the Youngstown State
A new judicial temperament
St. Louis (Mo.) Post-Dispatch: One of the most important decisions that President George W. Bush and
Samuels-Morgan wedding set for Christmas Eve
XAnnouncement is being made by Andrew A. Samuels III and Kimberli Dickinson of Bay Hill Drive,
Wickman re-signs for a season
The Tribe now is expected to go after a quality starter. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Free agent closer Bob
$162,725 grant given for recycling programs
$162,725 grant given for recycling programs WARREN -- The Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management
Huffy Corp. seeks overbids for the sale of certain assets
MIAMISBURG, Ohio (PRNewswire) Huffy Corp. has filed motions seeking approval from the Bankruptcy
DT Rogers draws big accolades
The Detroit star will have his eyes on Indianapolis' Peyton Manning in today's game. ALLEN PARK,
On-line shopping tempered by budgets
Some growth being seen but high rates of the past won't materialize, some experts say. By VERNE
THISTLEDOWN ENTRIES FRIDAY -- 1:15 P.M.
THISTLEDOWN ENTRIES FRIDAY -- 1:15 P.M. 2nd--$7,000, Maiden Claiming $5,000, 3 yo's & amp;
Today is Thursday, Nov. 25, the 330th day of 2004. There are 36 days left in the year. This is Thanksgiving Day. On this date in 1963, the body of President Kennedy is laid to rest at Arlington
Today is Thursday, Nov. 25, the 330th day of 2004. There are 36 days left in the year. This is
WR Chad Johnson clams up before Cleveland rematch
His coach's tirade last Sunday evidently made an impression. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Chad Johnson isn't