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THOMAS SOWELL Social Security doesn't need to be saved
Opinion: Current Senate hearings on "mandatory retirement" may have more than a little relevance to the huge
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Economic losses may threaten ability to meet United Way goal
Flood victims were helped by several agencies funded by United Way. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
TEENS & amp; STRESS What can you do to cope with pressure?
TEENSHEALTH.ORG Feeling like there are too many pressures and demands on you? Losing sleep
BOYS PREP SOCCER Poland gets share of Metro Athletic title with 2-1 win
The Bulldogs could clinch the crown next week against Niles. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
Penguins must pass through Gateway
The YSU-Western Kentucky game is just one of four Gateway contests on tap today. By PETE MOLLICA
MERCER COURT Woman sentenced for thefts at college
An employee of the college took the money in a string of thefts from unattended purses. By MARY
LOTTERY RESULTS
OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-5-8 Pick 4, 4-4-8-5 Buckeye 5, 3-7-9-11-18 Day drawings:
GENERAL MOTORS Activities aim to expand contact between workers, community
The breakfast marks the start of Diversity Month. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Grand jury indicts 11 in possible counterfeit check ring
YOUNGSTOWN -- Eleven people from Mahoning and Trumbull counties were indicted Thursday in what
CHILDREN'S HEALTH Pa. official praises Farrell for fitness
The school district is making a concerted effort to keep its pupils healthy. By HAROLD GWIN
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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NATION
NATION Delphi under scrutiny DETROIT -- The Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating
Travel agency files suit against Courtney Love
Travel agency files suit against Courtney Love SANTA MONICA, Calif. -- Rocker Courtney Love was
PREP SOCCER ROUNDUP Willis leads Mooney girls past Canfield
She scored three goals in the 4-0 victory, Mooney's 11th. STRUTHERS -- Junior Kelli Willis scored
SENATE CAMPAIGN Fingerhut blasts Voinovich tax policy
Fingerhut calls the national economy a 'big fiscal mess.' By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER
MAHONING VALLEY State senators want Blackwell to resign
The secretary has no intention of resigning. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
WNBA Conference finals set on coasts
The New York-Connecticut and Sacramento-Seattle series will open tonight. NEW YORK (AP) -- The
TELEVISION Q & amp;A
Q. I want to know whether Kirsten Storms will come back to "Days of Our Lives." She is the best --
REDEVELOPMENT Bridge brightens factories' outlook in brownfield zone
Workers turned down jobs because they feared crossing the existing bridge. By MARALINE KUBIK
NEW JERSEY Six Flags to unveil new coaster
The new ride would rise above the Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point. NEWSDAY Six Flags Great
TCL VOLLEYBALL Crestview cruises past Lisbon to 15th straight victory
The unbeaten and state-ranked Rebels won in three straight games. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR
Two others charged in the case waived their right to a preliminary hearing.
Two others charged in the case waived their right to a preliminary hearing. By LAURE CIOFFI
LAWRENCE COUNTY Ohio cops arrest doctor wanted on drug charges
Two others charged in the case waived their right to a preliminary hearing. By LAURE CIOFFI
VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP Western Reserve ends Springfield's ICL skein
The Blue Devils won the five-set match, snapping the Tigers' 20-match mark. NEW MIDDLETOWN --
Talladega is perfect place for Gordon to do his plate thing
A victory would give the driver his third restrictor-plate win in a season. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP)
TRUMBULL COUNTY Lordstown village officials face another change in bike trail plan
The latest route proposal could be crossing too close to MVSD buildings. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
HOW HE SEES IT Repeat of 2000 vote in Florida likely
Opinion: By JIMMY CARTER WASHINGTON POST After the debacle in Florida four years ago, former President
MOVIE INDUSTRY DreamWorks has a lot riding on 'Shark Tale'
New movie opens as the studio prepares to sell stock to the public. LOS ANGELES TIMES HOLLYWOOD
BROWNS Team needs consistency on offense to improve
Cleveland is ranked 30th in total offense, 28th in passing. BEREA (AP) -- New players and a
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NASCAR Evernham now is just strictly business
All he cares about now is getting his cars on television. By DICK BRINSTER ASSOCIATED PRESS
Finding space to remember Terry Lynch
When Nick and Loretta Yroseva's son, Nick, entered a poster and essay writing contest last year,
BILLBOARD HITS
TOP VHS SALES 1. "Home on the Range," Walt Disney Home Entertainment. 2. "Scooby Doo 2: Monsters
Delivery driver robbed
Delivery driver robbed SHARON, Pa.-- Police said a female pizza delivery driver for Four Star
BELMONT AVENUE Liberty repaving to begin in fall
Resurfacing of Belmont Avenue has a completion date of July 31, 2005. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Man gets jail for cursing
Man gets jail for cursing YOUNGSTOWN -- A Canfield man was given a 30-day jail sentence Thursday
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
In war of words, Iraq is the big gun
Bush was heading to Pennsylvania today; Kerry was staying in Florida. CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) --
YSU FOOTBALL Hilltoppers happy to finally play a game
Western Kentucky has won three straight against Youngstown State. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
NEW CASTLE CASE Wanted doctor arrested in Ohio
The doctor contends he was returning to Pennsylvania to turn himself in. By LAURE CIOFFI
REVIEW The cast of 'The King and I' gives a royal performance
East meets West in a resounding musical production. By MARGARET NERY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
MAHONING VALLEY Rain check shows September set a record for precipitation
Before this year, the wettest September was in 1996. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Nuclear threat deserves more attention than it gets
Opinion: In an hour and a half debate about terrorism last night, it is quite amazing that the issue of
U.S. offensive targets city
It is unclear if the assault is part of a larger push to retake insurgent strongholds. SAMARRA,
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP EA Sports 500 Talladega, Ala. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 4
"We can't even begin to replant because corpses are still clogging our canals. It's the farmers who
Opinion: "We can't even begin to replant because corpses are still clogging our canals. It's the farmers who
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"Degrassi: The Next Generation" (8 p.m., The N) begins a fourth season with a focus on Paige's date-
MAHONING COUNTY Judge clears deputy sheriff of charge of contempt
The inmate flap spurred a letter to the sheriff from the U.S. Marshals Service. By BOB JACKSON
HOW HE SEES IT Presidential debates: a whiter shade of pale
Opinion: By MARC H. MORIAL WASHINGTON POST During the National Urban League's national convention in
THURSDAY UConn wins first in Big East
Cornell Brockington led the Huskies past Pittsburgh. ASSOCIATED PRESS EAST HARTFORD, Conn. --
THE ECONOMY Mixed signals reported
Residential building boosts construction numbers. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Construction spending surged
School board will take closer look at proposals for central stadium
YOUNGSTOWN -- City school board members will consider proposals for a central stadium during an
AUTO RACING ROUNDUP News and notes
Newman dreads Talladega: Coming off a victory last Sunday in Dover, there are a lot of racetracks
DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics Ruling on 2002 vacancy lacks guidelines
Opinion: Imprisoned former U.S. Rep. James A. Traficant Jr. finally emerged on the right side in a case heard
INDICTMENTS | Mahoning County
The following people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury: Lloyd Watkins, 56,
Choice: celebs, Kerry
Celebrities will be in Boardman when Kerry speaks in Austintown. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
BIG TEN Wildcats' remarks fire up Buckeyes
A Northwestern player referred to OSU's "mediocre offense." EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) -- It's hard
MAHONING COUNTY Judges sentence 2 men to prison in unrelated shootings
Both shootings were preceded by fisticuffs. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
HIRING PROBE YSU to bolster screening of applicants
The school will begin investigating the background of instructor candidates. By NORMAN LEIGH
AL-JAZEERA Network airs audiotape said to be from al-Zawahri
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- An audiotape purportedly released by Osama bin Laden's deputy
Money for nothing?
Money for nothing? k VIDEO GAME players in some countries are practically revered. A few Americans
BOXING Richardson gains sixth win
The Youngstown boxer stopped Derek Ward in the third round. CHESTER, W. Va. -- Youngstown super
WENDELIN HOUSE INC. Company plans to buy building in city
The galvanized steel product company pays an average of $36,000 per year. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
FDA credibility is at stake
Opinion: Providence Journal: A federal advisory panel has not settled the question of whether antidepressants
HOCKEY Phantoms hit road against Soo Indians
BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Phantoms Junior-A hockey club will be back in action for the first time
OSU FOOTBALL Backup unhappy by not playing
Troy Smith said he hasn't been told why he's not getting any time on the field. COLUMBUS (AP) --
SCHOOLS Leetonia stadium scores big with fans
Workers are putting the finishing touches on the district's first regulation track. By NANCY
A catalog with gifts beyond the ordinary
DALLAS (AP) -- Jeff Wasson thumbed the steel visor higher on his forehead so he could see out from
Area's first priority should be saving air reserve base
Opinion: Area's first priority should be saving air reserve base EDITOR: Accolades to The Vindicator for
POLICE CONTRACT Arbitrator gives raise to patrol officers
The union agreed to start contributing toward health-insurance costs. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
CONCERT NEWS | Upcoming shows
Multicultural music: Jaci Velasquez, whose music is rooted in both the Christian and Latin genres,
Howland makes it happen
Those who predicted a down year for the Tigers underestimated them. By BRIAN RICHESSON
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
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COLUMBIANA CO. Salem police to charge driver
One man is dead and another is still hospitalized. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
ON THE SIDE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. NO STATEWIDE ASPIRATIONS:
WARREN RECYCLING INC. OEPA recommends denial of operating license
The city health board must make a decision by Dec. 31. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL Mooney turns back Ursuline in SVC test
Fitch rallies past Boardman in a Federal League battle. YOUNGSTOWN -- Michelle Pelini had 27 hits,
INDICTMENTS Trumbull County
Indictments handed up recently by a Trumbull County grand jury: James Abraham, 23, State
Phil English's opponent plans to be at debate
SHARON, Pa. -- Steven Porter, Democratic candidate for the 3rd Congressional District, said he'll
The land is expected to cost about $750,000.
The land is expected to cost about $750,000. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD --
3-MILL LEVIES Financial concerns prompt safety forces to launch campaigns
Girard safety forces unions will fund the campaigns. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Blast kills at least 16 at mosque in Pakistan
Blast kills at least 16 at mosque in Pakistan ISLAMABAD, Pakistan -- A suicide attacker detonated
Meet-the-candidates night
Meet-the-candidates night KINSMAN -- Political candidates will present their qualifications and
CHASE FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP | The top ten
Jeff Gordon Points: first, 5,371 (change in standings: plus 2) What happened: Started 21st at
Midseason notes and anecdotes
I've never been a big fan of the Ohio prep sports website JJHuddle.com. I realize this isn't
2 men indicted in assaults on women
MERCER, Pa. -- Judge Francis Fornelli sentenced two men this week in Mercer County Common Pleas
If they raise prices to cover their costs, they risk losing customers.
If they raise prices to cover their costs, they risk losing customers. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
ACTOR 'Skippy' stays on right track
The 'Family Ties' neighbor has continued his career. LAS VEGAS SUN We've all heard the pitiful
MAHONING COUNTY Canfield Twp. moves on sanitary sewer plan
Several septic systems in the township are failing, officials say. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
Pharmacist, doctor face drug charges
WARREN -- A Trumbull County grand jury indicted a Warren pharmacist and a Youngstown doctor in
STEELERS Ward eyes defenses' attention
The wide receiver said opposing defenses give him No. 2 billing in coverage. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Caregiver sentenced in death of woman, 79
AKRON (AP) -- A woman will serve 15 years in prison for arranging the death of an ailing 79-year-old
Today is Friday, Oct. 1, the 275th day of 2004. There are 91 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Oct. 1, the 275th day of 2004. There are 91 days left in the year. On this date in
NEWS CONTACTS Viewers decide who was best
A Mahoning County commissioner attended the debate in Miami. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
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BASKETBALL Youngstown to operate new IBL team in 2005
A press conference will be held Oct. 11 to announce the franchise. YOUNGSTOWN -- A press
Mayorga confident versus Trinidad
Saturday's middleweight fight may become the highlight of the boxing year. NEW YORK (AP) -- With
OHIO Disaster relief offers grants to 20 counties
More than $6 million in disaster grants has been approved. LISBON -- Some 749 disaster assistance
Art talent on display at library branch
Art talent on display at library branch LIBERTY -- The artwork of Liberty High School and middle
AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. claims East crown
Bernie Williams' two-run homer enabled New York to clinch the AL East title. NEW YORK (AP) --
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES Rutigliano: With God's help, you can make a difference
The former Browns' coach challenged the YSU gathering to help young people. By JOHN BASSETTI
CAMPAIGN STOPS The choice: celebs, Kerry
Celebrities will be in Boardman when he speaks in Austintown. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials: A strike won't mar elections
Commissioners want a negotiating session before the strike vote is taken. By LAURE CIOFFI
PRESIDENTIAL RACE YSU: Keep Pete out of politics
Plucking the penguin's picture prevents him from pulling for the president. STAFF/WIRE REPORT
NEXTEL CUP
NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 22 --
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WARREN SCHOOLS Improve district, board tells top official
The superintendent's performance is in the 'good, competent' category. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Free seminar aims to help black women
YOUNGSTOWN -- A free seminar to address the issue of domestic violence for black women will be held
GATEWAY CONFERENCE Penguins nursing injuries for Saturday
Youngstown State visits No. 6-ranked Western Kentucky. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
HOMELAND SECURITY County to get vehicle made for emergencies
The vehicle will be made available to surrounding counties. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
GENERAL MILLS Going whole grain
General Mills says cereal lovers won't taste the difference. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ST. PAUL,
MAC VOLLEYBALL Poland earns revenge at Salem
The Bulldogs won a five-set, two hour marathon against the Quakers. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
YSU Instructor counters lawyers' criticism
An embattled forensics instructor said he's been unfairly attacked. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Andrew F. Vega, 26, of 940 Kendis Circle, Unit D, Youngstown,