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PENN STATE Youth movement taking root

Coach Joe Paterno has resorted to some freshmen in roles previously occupied by veterans. STATE


IRAQ U.S. and resident forces keep pressure on rebels

A suicide bomber killed 10 Iraqis today outside Baghdad. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. and Iraqi


OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS

DIVISION I Region 1 1. Austintown Fitch (6-0)16.1863 2. Lakewood St. Edward (6-0)15.1606 3.


Walker among Cardinal homer hitters

St. Louis tied a postseason record by hitting five home runs. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Larry Walker


CBS Stars don't shine in 'Center of the Universe'

The supporting characters just aren't funny. By DAVE MASON SCRIPPS HOWARD "Center of the


CONGRESS In strange maneuver, GOP calls up 'dusty' bill on draft

Most volunteers joined the Army because of the Bush economy, Democrats said. WASHINGTON POST


NBA Again: Cassell dislikes contract

The Timberwolves' million-dollar man wants a contract extension. ASSOCIATED PRESS Two things are


TECHNOLOGY Wine wisdom at your fingertips

For a small fee, wine drinkers can always make a smart decision. By DAVID SHAW LOS ANGELES TIMES


DAN K. THOMASSON Indiana mirrors national campaign

Opinion: FRANKLIN, Ind. -- They recently held a political debate here at Franklin College, a 170-year-old


BOYS SOCCER Willis gets 5 goals, nears record

The Mooney ace led an 8-0 win over JFK, and now has 152 career goals. By BILL SULLIVAN


CLEVELAND Vizquel on Tribe's back burner

General manager Mark Shapiro has other designs for the Indians. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Indians general


NFL Williams requests a return to team

A repeat violator, Ricky Williams wants clarification of his status. MIAMI (AP) -- Maybe Ricky


KRISPY KREME Doughnut maker to close plant

The Krispy Kreme plant had opened earlier this year. RAVENNA (AP) -- Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc.,


FOREIGN-BORN CITIZENS Senate holds hearing on removing presidency restriction in Constitution

Supporters acknowledge that an amendment will be difficult to pass. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


DINNER Veal recipe offers a quick meal idea

By LINDA GASSENHEIMER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS This quick, autumn dinner combines crispy,


NETWORKS ABC scores second debut hit with 'Desperate Housewives'

The premiere of 'Lost' also attracted a large audience to ABC. NEW YORK (AP) -- For a network


Police say boy carried brass knuckles to school

Police say boy carried brass knuckles to school YOUNGSTOWN -- A 15-year-old Woodrow Wilson High


GENERAL ELECTION New voters swamp counties

Jail inmates have also been registered. VINDICATOR/STAFF REPORTS An avalanche of new voter


LOW-FAT COOKING Pork chops with apples doesn't skimp on taste

One serving has only about 9 grams of fat. ASSOCIATED PRESS Careful use of the right ingredients


Gibson's 'The Passion' draws 40,000 Malaysians

Gibson's 'The Passion' draws 40,000 Malaysians KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia -- More than 40,000


Usher picks up five Vibe award nominations

NEW YORK (AP) -- The honors keep coming for Usher: the R & amp;B singer has been nominated for a


JANE MONHEIT Singer is taking a chance on stardom

She's with Sony Classical for her album, after moving from an independent label. By TOM MOON


Angels' miscues spur Red Sox

Anaheim's errors helped Boston romp 9-3 in Game 1. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- The Anaheim Angels


MAHONING VALLEY Drug suspects have diverse backgrounds

The government is seeking forfeiture of homes, cash and vehicles. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR


COUNCIL MEETING PennDOT plans to pave Route 208 in borough of New Wilmington

State officials also said they'd install safety lights, the chief said. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK


DINNER TONIGHT Eggplant dish is inspired by Italian recipe

By JOE GRAY CHICAGO TRIBUNE Sometimes I'll have in mind something for dinner and a vague idea of


MTV Kutcher to turn hidden camera on the masses

'You've Got a Friend' is based on a similar British show. ZAP2IT.COM Having mastered the art of


Pa. governor signs warrant for execution

HARRISBURG (AP) -- Gov. Ed Rendell signed a death warrant Tuesday for George Banks, a former prison


FABULOUS TWENTY AWARDS Google leader offers advice

Twelve companies were honored as the Valley's fastest growing businesses. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


ONLINE AUCTION Struthers considers using credit

A 1-ton dump truck sold for more than expected through the online auction. By MARALINE KUBIK


HOW HE SEES IT Bush, Kerry must tell the truth about war in Iraq

Opinion: By PAUL CAMPOS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Eddie Adams, who died recently, took perhaps the most


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

TUESDAY'S RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP (At Western Reserve) Boys


COMMUNITY THEATER Playhouse moves toward recovery

The season ticket goal may be 'too ambitious,' the executive director says. By DEBORA SHAULIS


VACCINE Ohio officials see no worry

The national shortage hit before the flu season. COLUMBUS (AP) -- There won't be any shortage of


SRU Program to offer tips for students' success

Health screenings are also part of SRU's events. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- "Keys to Success Week," a


PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION Bush campaign staff bars petition group

Volunteers at the office will accept the overtime petitions in the future. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


PROPERTIES Law could help develop vacant sites, trustee says

The police chief says the department is losing a lot of grant money next year. By ANTHONY M. NICK


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 21.93 21.97 Avalon Holdings,2.80 2.94 Clear


Consolidation forum

Consolidation forum SHARON, Pa. --The Mercer County League of Women Voters and Fox 17/62 will have


To the moon, Alice

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Long the exclusive province of science-fiction writers and government engineers,


Kerry, Bush both miss the point when visiting Valley

Opinion: Kerry, Bush both miss the point when visiting Valley EDITOR: John Kerry's most recent visit to


OHIO Healthy? Skip flu shot

There are precautions you may take to avoid the flu. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The state is asking healthy


CHILD-KILLER CASE Defense expert testifies about IQ

The defense expert went over the convicted killer's school records. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


RODNEY DANGERFIELD, 82 'No respect' comedian dies, but esteem for him lives on

It was said that he even made stone-faced Ed Sullivan laugh. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON --


WEST CORP. CALL CENTER Niles will share a smaller amount of taxes with Howland schools

The new law took effect in February. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES --


JOYCE JILLSON, 58 Astrologer started out as actress; column was in 200 newspapers

Jillson would neither confirm nor deny that she was Nancy Reagan's astrologer. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS


LOTTERY RESULTS TUESDAY'S DRAWINGS

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 0-6-8 Pick 4, 4-3-8-0 Rolling Cash 5, 3-7-15-36-37 Mega Millions, 8


STEELERS Bell's hernia requires surgery

The fourth-year linebacker will miss the next two games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- In his fourth NFL


JAMIL JOHNSON CASE Police suspect man used cocaine before his death

It will take a few more weeks to finish the internal affairs investigation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


Ohio State's machine sputtered

The Buckeyes may have been looking past Northwestern to Wisconsin. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- After


ICL/TCL Western Reserve defeats Harding, J-M; Ridge win

First-place Springfield defeated Lowellville; Crestview remains unbeaten. BERLIN CENTER -- The


NASCAR Slip of the tongue costs Earnhardt lead, money

He was docked 25 points and fined $10,000 for using a vulgarity on TV. ASSOCIATED PRESS A slip


NEIGHBORHOOD EFFORT Residents panel seeks revival of Austintown park

Township officials say they can't afford major park projects. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF


SCHEDULE | Major League playoffs

DIVISION SERIES American League New York vs. Minnesota Tuesday: Minnesota 2, New York 0, Minnesota


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Her self-destructive sister has thrown caution to the wind

Dear Annie: My sister, "Carol," whom I love dearly, is self-destructing. She has been having an


WEST CORP. CALL CENTER TAXES Niles will share smaller amount with Howland

A new law took effect in February. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES --


FINANCES Delphi Corp. anticipates wider loss

DETROIT (AP) -- Delphi Corp., the world's largest automotive supplier, said Tuesday it expects to


MAHONING COUNTY Judge sentences day-care operator in son's sexual assault of children

Her son is in jail on gross sexual imposition charges. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


REGION

REGION Butler Wick moves sales office to Boardman BOARDMAN -- Butler Wick & amp; Co. has


HOW HE SEES IT Electoral College has stood the test of time

Opinion: By BILL WHALEN HOOVER INSTITUTION The prospect of another close presidential election has some


CALIFORNIA Prosecution rests in Peterson's trial

The prosecution's case was too drawn out, critics say. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS REDWOOD CITY,


What slob is living in our family car?

I happened to look in the back seat of my car as I was rushing into the house to gather up the next


GM LORDSTOWN After 22 years, Cavalier production has ceased

Workers are to start focusing on training for the Cobalt. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS


HOW HE SEES IT Economy percolating under Bush

Opinion: BY JAMES K. GLASSMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Iraq won't win the election for John Kerry. He


HEALTH CARE Primary expands reach by taking over facility

The community health-care provider now operates in seven counties. SHARON, Pa. -- The Primary


Best Bets on TV tonight

Five patients -- with different forms of cancer -- cope with the last stages of the disease. Their


GIRLS SOCCER Mooney's multi-player attack nets 12th victory

Vickie Dreiling was a component part of the Cardinals' balanced attack. By BILL SULLIVAN


SOCCER Baker, Morello each net two in Lakeview win

HUBBARD -- Kasey Baker and Britni Morello each scored two goals Tuesday as the Lakeview High girls


Today is Wednesday, Oct. 6, the 280th day of 2004. There are 86 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Oct. 6, the 280th day of 2004. There are 86 days left in the year. On this date


HOW HE SEES IT The military: matter of force and fairness

Opinion: By MICHAEL O'HANLON WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Does the United States need a bigger military?


VOLLEYBALL Struthers outlasts Mooney; Poland wins

Howland defeated Alliance in a MAC match. STRUTHERS -- The Struthers High volleyball team defeated


& lt;B & gt;BROBST, & lt;/B & gt; Juanita C., 80, of North Jackson;

& lt;B & gt;BROBST, & lt;/B & gt; Juanita C., 80, of North Jackson; calling hours


FORUM Reining in costs of college

The rising cost of higher education is a 'national crisis,' one participant said. SCRIPPS HOWARD


Rape trial continues

Rape trial continues WARREN -- Testimony will continue today in the case of a 41-year-old Mineral


"The policies of my opponent are dangerous for world peace."

Opinion: "The policies of my opponent are dangerous for world peace." President Bush Stepping up his


Bush, Kerry differ on economic plans

Improving the economy will be a challenge for whoever wins. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR NEW YORK


MAHONING COUNTY Chief building inspector is praised as he retires

Commissioners said Don Hall lent expertise to the office he directed. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


CROSS COUNTRY McDonald sweeps ICL titles

Both the boys and girls teams ran to ICL crowns. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT BERLIN CENTER -- The


MERCER COUNTY Auto dealer closes two lots for lack of cash

The decision was made jointly by the dealership owner and his bank. MERCER, Pa. -- The Snyder auto


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to


DRIVING RULE Congress restores truckers' hours

The rule allows truckers to work 11 straight hours instead of 10. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Congress


YSU FOOTBALL Blame for woes goes to coaches

Shawn Carlson of Boardman was named offensive player of the game. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


'Ten Commandments' takes time to retool

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The big-budget stage musical "The Ten Commandments," starring Val Kilmer as


WNBA Seattle Storm headed to finals

In a win over Sacramento, Sue Bird had a playoff-record 14 assists. SEATTLE (AP) -- Broken nose


TRUMBULL COUNTY Limit on charge for copies will short the general fund

The records are also available online. WARREN -- An Ohio attorney general's opinion limiting copy


GROVE CITY COLLEGE Homecoming 2004

Grove City College's 2004 homecoming is expected to draw thousands of alumni and visitors to the


GAS SPILL Council seeks action to clean up property

Council passed a motion Tuesday concerning the property. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


Jackie Collins to host, produce 6E! specials

ZAP2IT.COM It's a match made in Tinseltown heaven: Jackie Collins, the best-selling purveyor of


Iowa running back Lewis lost for season

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) -- Just as coach Kirk Ferentz had feared, Iowa running back Jermelle Lewis will


Dangerfield dies

Dangerfield dies k RODNEY DANGERFIELD, the nightclub, television and movie comic who made millions


EMPLOYMENT Jobs increase 30% since '02 in Grove City area

GROVE CITY, Pa. -- The Grove City area experienced 30 percent job growth over the last two years in


Santana gets the defense, Twins click

NEW YORK (AP) -- Johan Santana got the outs he absolutely needed. The Minnesota Twins' dazzling


Browns' Garcia is on the run

Jeff Garcia walked into the post-game press conference after the Cleveland Browns' win last Sunday,


Voter cards swamp counties

Jail inmates have also been registered. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS An avalanche of new voter


TASK FORCE Cost analysis shows drug prices are cheaper in U.S. pharmacies

The task force found that imported drugs aren't always a bargain. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A task force


JOINT FIRE DISTRICT Council tries to quash talk about open meetings law

Salem Council was told it's in for the fight of its life. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM


Picking a perfect pear

Picking a perfect pear How do you tell when a pear is ripe? With the exception of Bartletts, most


Cream-gate won't handcuff Sheffield

The New York Yankees' outfielder unknowingly applied a steroid-laced salve. NEW YORK (AP) --


Combo will jazz up production

'Side Man' is about a musician and the waning days of the Big Band Jazz era. YOUNGSTOWN -- A


CITY SCHOOLS Board to explore stadium options

City and diocesan schools may share the proposed central stadium. YOUNGSTOWN -- The city school


New CIA chief blunders in the starting blocks

Opinion: When Porter Goss took over as the new director of the CIA just two weeks ago, it was clear that he


POLLUTION CONTROL Center refuses leachate

Two months of nonpayment is the standard cutoff. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


HELOISE Fun and easy recipe puts the frosting on the cake

Dear Heloise: I have a fun and easy recipe idea I thought you might want to share with your readers


YSU Panels plan to discuss debates

YOUNGSTOWN -- A panel of Youngstown State University faculty and members of the press will discuss