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Jockey's plight reveals the "dark side" of the sport of kings.
Jockey's plight reveals the "dark side" of the sport of kings. By ALLEN G. BREED Associated
Setting the tone for the holidays
Ninety-five tuba players demonstrated their skills. NILES -- Tubas of all sizes, played by
HOLISTIC HEALTH Therapy focuses on head
A practitioner should have a large dose of empathy. AUSTINTOWN -- Jill Lewis, LMT, believes the
WORLD AIDS Day theme to focus on females
Miss Ohio Amanda Beagle will keynote the Mahoning Valley's observance. The changing face of the
NBA ROUNDUP Saturday's game
Knicks 108, Raptors 102 NEW YORK -- Jamal Crawford scored 30 points, Stephon Marbury had 15
O'Brien stops 27 shots to lead Phantoms, 2-1
BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Phantoms got first-period goals from Chris Smith and Rob Rassey, and held
Boardman falls to SVSM in overtime, 68-64
BOARDMAN -- Ashley Ciarrochi scored 25 points, including seven in overtime, as Akron St. Vincent-St.
Walk a mile in his boots
Opinion: Walk a mile in his boots EDITOR: Who decided the Rules of Engagement? Someone sitting in an
YOUNGSTOWN DIOCESE Hunger-relief work brings grants
Twenty-five percent of Operation Rice Bowl money is used for local efforts. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
NEWS & amp; NOTES \ Area bowling
300 games In theThursday Night Sportsman (Wedgewood) Jeremiah Warren had 33 out of 36 strikes for
LITERATURE Children's book author to speak at Penn State Beaver conference
MONACA, Pa. -- Jack Gantos, educator and award-winning author of many children's books, including
PELL GRANTS Budget gives, takes away
Changes in Congress could affect eligibility for many low-income students. ASSOCIATED PRESS
REVIEW Crazy Horse tale retold
This telling adds a new dimension to the famous American Indian. By ROBERT FOLSOM KNIGHT RIDDER
Two bad teams -- one bad game?
Browns-Bengals rematch pairs struggling teams, but at least one will get a win. CINCINNATI (AP)
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN Live pageant to return for Christmas
A 'tax' collected at the beginning of the journey pays for a light meal. WARREN -- Area residents
OES Miriam Chapter 278 installs new slate at 97th annual event
The induction took place at the Masonic Temple. YOUNGSTOWN -- Miriam Chapter 278, Order of the
JENNIFER NORDQUIST KEVIN MALONEY
JENNIFER NORDQUIST KEVIN MALONEY XCAMPBELL -- Jennifer L. Nordquist and Kevin P. Maloney were
PENNSYLVANIA
PENNSYLVANIA Officials plan to collect samples for CWD testing HARRISBURG -- While there
ECONOMY Youngstown-Warren indicators show overall drop of 0.5 percent
YOUNGSTOWN -- Economic indicators for the Youngstown-Warren area declined in September while nonfarm
FOOTBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES EAST
FOOTBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES EAST Syracuse 43, Boston College 17 SOUTH Fla. International 40,
NEW RECORD?
NEW RECORD? Ohio deer season Brad Jerman of Springboro harvested a 10-point, 300-pound buck
Knowing the mouse options
Q. It used to be that when I started my computer with XP, the icon that the mouse was pointing to
NBA ROUNDUP \ Friday's other games
Timberwolves 115, Grizzlies 90 MINNEAPOLIS -- Lionel Hollins lost his debut as interim coach of
Feds should identify 'Public Official No. 2'
Opinion: Almost a year has passed since a 26-page federal indictment of James Lapmardo, a former city of
NBA Grizzlies praise Hubie's spirit
The aging coach said he loves the game, but didn't have the energy to finish the season. MEMPHIS,
HELP HOTLINE Cold weather shelter program gets started soon
Last year, 576 people received shelter through the effort. YOUNGSTOWN -- Help Hotline Crisis
Hall of Fame reception set for Ray Charles exhibit
Hall of Fame reception set for Ray Charles exhibit CLEVELAND -- Less than six months after his
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS College implications have New York school bulging at seams
The Queens school has earned a solid reputation. By KATHLEEN LUCADAMO NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW
More OSU players in remedial classes
The number of overall students in remedial classes fell. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State University
Icy roads blamed for string of crashes
At least three were hospitalized in four crashes. MERCER, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police
Local couple builds on the rustic look
Local couple builds on the rustic look kA VIENNA couple is taking remnants of an old barn in
AGRICULTURE
AGRICULTURE Crop producers can update pesticide license NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Deerfield Farm
KIMBERLY DAVIS JAMES HASH
KIMBERLY DAVIS JAMES HASH XNEWTON FALLS -- Kimberly L. Davis and James J. Hash were married at
SCHOOLS 'Outstanding' is New Wilmington art teacher's middle name
She has taught in the New Wilmington area for the past 30 years. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Awards
BROWNS Players say don't blame Butch
After a week of rumors, the coach turned his focus to ending a losing skid. BEREA (AP) -- For now,
MILL CREEK METROPARKS December calendar
Dec. 1: 10 a.m., Health and Wellness Walk. Meet at Ford Nature Center. Moderate difficulty, 2 miles.
Holiday lunch, flower show held by forum
Dorothy Haddox served as chairwoman of the event. YOUNGSTOWN -- A holiday luncheon and flower show
Gibbs enviousof Cowher
The Redskins' coach "welcomes the challenge" of facing the Steelers. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Joe Gibbs
TELEMARKETING Do Not Call Registry challenged
The FTC doesn't think loophole would have dramatic results. SCRIPPS HOWARD WASHINGTON -- The
CAL THOMAS Rather gets taste of own medicine
Opinion: Dan Rather, who has announced his "retirement" next March from the anchor desk he has held for 24
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 2nd--Executioness Fires (Spieth S.)21.0011.405.40 Fedelisima (Centeno
ANGLER TIPS Jack Wollitz
Crappies and walleyes continue to cooperate at Mosquito, Berlin and other local lakes, where anglers
HOW HE SEES IT For the moment, concentrate on civility
Opinion: By MICKEY WHEATLEY LOS ANGELES TIMES Even those of us who doubted that there would be a backlash
Oft-injured skier makes her triumphant return
Janica Kostelic won a World Cup race. ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- Croatia's Janica Kostelic won her first
NHL LOCKOUT Mellon Arena sits cold and idle
The work stoppage is affecting the city and surrounding businesses. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- There's no
Ohio State says it didn't arrange for players' help
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Claims by more former Ohio State football players that tutors wrote papers for them
The trade deficit dilemma
Opinion: The last couple of days were filled with trade news -- all of it bad for the United States. UThe
Tellman is seated by Allen Lodge 276
COLUMBIANA -- Martin W. Tellman was installed Nov. 6 as worshipful master of Allen Lodge 276, Free
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in
THE WEEK'S BIGGEST HITS
THE WEEK'S BIGGEST HITS TELEVISION 1. "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," CBS. 2. "Desperate
Good soybean harvest keeps Ohio River busy
EAST LIVERPOOL -- The grain and barge operations on the Ohio River in Columbiana County are bustling
Annika, Tiger add spice to annual Skins Game
She holed one of the event's greatest shots, while Woods has struggled. LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) --
First impressions aren't always lasting
It happens to everyone. You meet someone at a party and think "Ho-hum." He or she is definitely not
Reviving hope amid hard times Times change, but revivals live on.
SCRIPPS HOWARD In most cities across the nation, there's a public housing complex people avoid --
Just one money winner so far in Skins Game
Adam Scott won the only skins of day; the others were shut out. LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) -- Annika
Heinlein traveled on many levels
Those who argue it isn't Heinlein at his best might have a case. By MARC SCHOGOL KNIGHT RIDDER
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Opinions on the air Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Westminster set for title game
Thiel boys and girls teams lost Saturday as did the Hiram girls. PITTSBURGH, Pa. -- Westminster
Soldiers' ATVs are stolen after return from Iraq
AKRON (AP) -- Two soldiers who just returned home from service in Iraq had their all-terrain
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Couple's checkbook situation is unbalanced
Dear Annie: A major problem in my relationship with my partner is about finances. She has said that
Push keeps lawmakers busy voting on bills
The race is on to get legislation considered before the two-year session ends. HARRISBURG (AP) --
REVIEW Guide to 100 things skimps on details
It sounds intriguing, but you already know how to do most of it. By MIKE MAZA DALLAS MORNING
PENNSYLVANIA Official: Unfair trade hurt
Pennsylvania's October unemployment count rose by 10,000. HARRISBURG -- A Pennsylvania official is
STEELERS Key moves aid Pittsburgh in 8-game streak
Off-season signings, plus Ben Roethlisberger, have helped to offset injuries. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
City police take a flier, shut down a party
About 300 people were inside the private club when it was raided. YOUNGSTOWN -- Fliers advertising
PROMOTIONS
PROMOTIONS Lieutenant colonel Louis P. Paolone, son of Carmel E. Paolone of Girard and the late
PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS Testing for nurse class will be held on Dec. 8 LORDSTOWN -- The School of Practical
Deciding how many megapixels you need isn't an easy decision
Add megapixels into the equation and camera choice goes out-of-focus. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
MAHONING COUNTY Disaster agency's mission grows
The agency has a new $150,000 mobile command truck. YOUNGSTOWN -- WMD is now CBRNE. Weapons of
HORIZON LEAGUE Penguins expect key early test
Youngstown State hopes to build on fast start against tough Boston University. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
CAVALIERS Hot Cleveland tops Celtics, 98-96
Not as many points for LeBron, but he picked up an assist on the winning shot. BOSTON (AP) --
CHALKS & amp; 'DOGS \ Pro picks
Baltimore (+ 7) at New England: The Patriots are coming off a Monday night road game and Kyle Boller
TARISA CRAIG DOUGLAS GRIMM
TARISA CRAIG DOUGLAS GRIMM XSTRUTHERS -- Tarisa Craig, 3911 Jewell St., San Diego, became the
Price Pfister faucet has 'hidden agenda'
Price Pfister faucet has 'hidden agenda' Pull-out spray faucets have been available in the kitchen
NFL PREVIEW \ Sunday's games
CLEVELAND at CINCINNATI Time: 1 p.m. TV/radio: WKBN (27), WOIO (19), WKBN-AM (570), WNCD-FM
Retailers dispatch geeks on house calls
Best Buy, Circuit City, Comp- USA and Dell offer expanded tech house call services. SAN JOSE,
South Side fire probed
South Side fire probed YOUNGSTOWN -- City fire officials are investigating the cause of a Friday
NATIONAL AWARD Mexican president to honor volunteer from the Valley
The GM worker will travel to Mexico City to pick up his award. YOUNGSTOWN -- Armando Labra
Gilded Age holidays
Gilded Age holidays NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) -- The mansions of Newport are world-famous for their
SCOTT SHALAWAY Holidays spark gift ideas
Gray skies, muddy boots and talk of the first snowfall remind me that it's time for my annual
A return to obscurity
A standout female bowler hopes someone will revive the women's pro tour. By JOHN WAWROW
Drunken rats offer insight in study of cells
The research offers hope of finding a new way to speed healing among alcoholics. RALEIGH NEWS
PREP BASKETBALL Niles beats Boardman, 63-45, in opener
Ursuline's Tyra Grant scores 25 in a win over Hathaway Brown. NILES -- Bill Frech and Joe Razzano
GROVE CITY COLLEGE Education program competes for honor
Entrepreneur program nurtures undergraduates with hands-on experience. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Grove
Rutgers premed student is shot, killed in robbery
JERSEY CITY, N.J.(AP) -- A premed student who worked as a cab driver was shot and killed during an
OHIO STATE FOOTBALL Fast times in borrowed cars for Mo Clarett
He collected multiple speeding tickets in brief college career. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Former Ohio State
SAFETY Common mistakes on the ladder often lead to injuries
About 300 people a year are killed in accidents involving ladders. By GARY DYMSKI NEWSDAY
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP \ Friday's games
No. 6 Texas 26, No. 22 Texas A & amp;M 13 AUSTIN, Texas -- Cedric Benson ran for 165 yards and
Showdown for top draft choice
Once among the best, the Dolphins and 49ers are fighting for respect. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Bill
The once-quiet neighborhood isn't quiet anymore.
The once-quiet neighborhood isn't quiet anymore. MONTE SERENO, Calif. (AP) -- For six years, Alan
RE-ENLISTMENT Marines offered financial incentive
A rifleman said the bonus helped persuade his wife to let him re-enlist. LOS ANGELES TIMES SAN
NAVY Activity at 4-acre complex raises onlookers' eyebrows
In plain sight, the Navy is keeping a secret. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Shortly after dawn
SENIOR CITIZENS
55-PLUS LIBERTY XMembers and guests of Liberty 55-Plus will attend a Christmas party Thursday at
Holiday fest at Shiloh
Holiday fest at Shiloh YOUNGSTOWN -- Shiloh Baptist Church, 238 Bright Ave., will have its fourth
AMERICORPS Kids museum honors holidays
After the stories, kids get to perform activities based on the books. YOUNGSTOWN -- Through
Planting perfection
Tree farms looking for green by growing pricy and perfect natural firs. AURORA, Ore. (AP) -- Joe
Mooney will play Versailles for the state title next Friday.
Mooney will play Versailles for the state title next Friday. MASSILLON -- For Cardinal Mooney
YSU BASKETBALL Two tough to handle
YOUNGSTOWN -- Boston University's two-man game handed Youngstown State its first loss of the season.
PENNSYLVANIA Bioterror funds remain unspent
About one-third of the state's grant money has not yet been distributed. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
PENNSYLVANIA Lawmaker lands $150K for shelter
The shelter director said domestic violence is rising is Pennsylvania. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- U.S.
HOW HE SEES IT Moral values aren't just Christian
Opinion: By DAVID KLINGHOFFER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR SEATTLE -- Is the United States in the process of
Historical Society's holiday open house
Historical Society's holiday open house YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Historical Society will
Fire officials continue probe into house blast
Fire officials continue probe into house blast HOWLAND -- Fire investigators continue trying to
Collection will benefit Rescue Mission
The donation has become an annual event. YOUNGSTOWN -- The third of five concerts scheduled for
CLEAN ENERGY Solar farms shine new light on cheap power
Engineers also are working on technology to make a field of solar dishes work in concert. SCRIPPS
HOTEL INDUSTRY Local Holiday Inn collects another excellence award
The owner is constantly reinvesting in the property and renovating the full-service hotel.
BEST SELLERS|Top rankings
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. London Bridges. James Patterson. (Little, Brown, $27.95) 2. The Da Vinci
Angels' event serves as fund-raiser
Table reservations for the annual brunch will be available until Dec. 9 BOARDMAN -- Angels of
YOUNGSTOWN DIOCESE Priest, administrator plan their retirements
The two priests together have more than 100 years in the ministry. YOUNGSTOWN -- Bishop Thomas J.
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HOW HE SEES IT JFK's brace made him sitting duck
Opinion: By JAMES RESTON Jr. LOS ANGELES TIMES Two years ago, historian Robert Dallek revealed new
GOLF ROUNDUP \ Saturday's other events
Korea Golf Championship JEJU, South Korea -- European Ryder Cup player Miguel Angel Jimenez shot a
Stoops' Wildcats shock Sun Devils
Comatose Arizona offense erupts in 34-27 win over its ranked in-state rival. TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) --
MATTINGLY If you are born again, are you an evangelical?
You might assume that a world-famous evangelist has an easy answer for this tricky political
BIG 12 FOOTBALL Missouri takes one from Iowa State
The Tigers denied the Cyclones a shot at the championship game. AMES, Iowa (AP) -- With a kick
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION How drug-approval woes crept up on federal agency
Critics charge conflict of interest in a system where pharmaceutical giants fund the regulatory
HOW HE SEES IT Condi Rice's appointment is historic
Opinion: By M. CHARLES BAKST PROVIDENCE JOURNAL It was a different era -- and language. In 1964, a
THURSDAY DRAWINGS
OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-2-2 Pick 4, 6-4-6-8 Rolling Cash 5, 3-9-10-18-26 Day
Outrageous conduct by players and fans mars sports
Opinion: The year 2004 will go down as one in which new levels of incivility were reached in American
Linking libido and soy milk
Q. I'm a 49-year-old male in excellent health. I'm not overweight and run 35 miles a week. I've
Hospitals and horses are just what this doctor ordered
The future pediatrician started gaining an appreciation for horses when she was 2. NEW WATERFORD
Today is Saturday, Nov. 27, the 332nd day of 2004. There are 34 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, Nov. 27, the 332nd day of 2004. There are 34 days left in the year. On this date
MEN A-PLUS
MEN A-PLUS (Prime Timers) Mike Saborse 219-625, Alex Tremble 212-622, Dan Hagerman 234-584, Ted
Even some of the owners admit that the resort is not for everyone.
Even some of the owners admit that the resort is not for everyone. WAITSFIELD, Vt. (AP) -- Skiers
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Western Cove (Hannigan L.)72.2020.606.40 Red Bails (Felix
The number of storms that hit the coast this year was the largest since 1916.
The number of storms that hit the coast this year was the largest since 1916. SCRIPPS HOWARD
Author: Jack Daniel's legend lacks proof
Some of the stories about the whiskey and its founder just aren't true. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) --
HELOISE Pillows make great beds for animal friends
Dear Heloise: I have four standard-size bed pillows that I no longer use for sleeping, but I hate to
MIKE BRAUN Hunters, take heed -- forces are marshaling against you
This past week was a good one, and a not so good one, for hunters around the United States. The
Christian universities change image, offerings
Religious-based institutions are now listing more than religious studies in their course catalogs.
Today is Sunday, Nov. 28, the 333rd day of 2004. There are 33 days left in the year. On this date in 1942, nearly 500 people die in a fire that destroys the Cocoanut Grove nightclub in Boston.
Today is Sunday, Nov. 28, the 333rd day of 2004. There are 33 days left in the year. On this date in
OHIO HUNTING Deer-gun season opens Monday
More than 400,000 hunters are expected to be hunting come a half-hour before sunrise on Monday.
Miss Hot Pants should cool it with her flirting
Dear Annie: My 50-year-old husband has fallen victim to a flirt. "Georgia" is 20 years younger and a
By CHRIS VOGNAR
By CHRIS VOGNAR DALLAS MORNING NEWS NE OF THE MOST PAINFUL scenes in the superb new comedy