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Cards gain sweep at Busch Stadium
St. Louis heads for Dodger Stadium with a 2-0 series lead. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The Los Angeles
COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW Saturday's games
WESTMINSTER (2-2) vs. WASHINGTON & amp; JEFFERSON (5-0) Game time: 1:30 p.m. at Cameron
"Frankly, senator, you have a record that's not very distinguished."
Opinion: "Frankly, senator, you have a record that's not very distinguished." Vice President Dick Cheney
A summary of recent police activity in Liberty, Girard and Hubbard:
A summary of recent police activity in Liberty, Girard and Hubbard: LIBERTY Sept. 28 Domestic
SCHOOL LUNCHES The power of packing
TEENSHEALTH.ORG You don't need to be a science whiz or math genius to figure out this experiment:
EXSTREAM RVS
By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Three days in a 23-by 8-foot metal box could
ROUNDUP News and notes
Triple duty: Competing for NASCAR's Nextel Cup championship should be enough to keep Mark Martin
CITY COUNCIL House buyer aid plan will widen its scope
It would be especially beneficial at a time when many houses are for sale, an official said. By
NATION
NATION Unions balk at pay cut proposed by US Airways ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- US Airways unions say
Casing the area?
Casing the area? YOUNGSTOWN -- Two women knocking on doors on East Pasadena Avenue, purportedly
STAGE REVIEW YSU's 'Side Man' shows life of jazz
Excellent performances came from each cast member as well as the band. By GARRY L. CLARK
Teen dies in car crash
Teen dies in car crash NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A 17-year-old New Castle boy was killed when the car he
No FEMA aid for roads
No FEMA aid for roads WARREN -- Local communities did not suffer enough road damage as a result of
TRUMBULL COUNTY Judge, auditor dispute who should pay bill for pictures
The auditor says he's just following his fiduciary responsibility. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Kanaan credits team for '04 championship
The driver credited his Andretti Green Racing teammates. FONTANA, Calif. (AP) -- For the record,
Smear campaign over parking ticket
BURLINGTON, Iowa (AP) -- A psychiatrist made a stink over paying a parking ticket, using dirty money
WEST VIRGINIA Martha Stewart begins 5-month prison sentence
Because the term is less than one year, she won't get time off for good behavior. NEW YORK DAILY
ELLEN GOODMAN The truth about 'security moms'
Opinion: BOSTON -- May I admit to being relieved that the spotlight is off the "security mom?" I was
CENSUS Counties show a drop in youngest children
Cuyahoga leads the way among the most populous counties. COLUMBUS (AP) -- In a twist to the story
DRUG HEARINGS | Lawrence County
Four of the 13 people arrested in a recent drug sweep waived their rights to preliminary hearings
Mahoning Co., BCI probe death of man after arrest
CAMPBELL -- The Mahoning County coroner and Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation
ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Banquet 400 Kansas City, Kan. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 4:10
PENNSYLVANIA Court upholds disputed veto of farming bill by governor
Some local farming ordinances are more strict than state law. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The veto of a
Today is Friday, Oct. 8, the 282nd day of 2004. There are 84 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Oct. 8, the 282nd day of 2004. There are 84 days left in the year. On this date in
CROSS COUNTRY Tuneups help get runners ready
Several meets are slated as runners prep for the upcoming districts. In two weeks, district cross
Replace FEC with agency that will enforce law
Opinion: The State (Columbia, S.C.): There is probably no such thing as a completely neutral person when it
YSU FOOTBALL Time to push for playoffs is now
The Penguins can't afford another loss. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN --
Sparks fly, but no explosions in Cheney-Edwards debate
Opinion: Vice President Dick Cheney and Democratic rival John Edwards had very different assignments for
COLUMBIANA STORMS Damage set for quick repair
State Route 45 is still set for completion later this month. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
Ciara crunks out 'Goodies'
The 18-year-old from Atlanta has a No. 1 single. NEW YORK (AP) -- First there was cheerleading and
Braves win on Furcal's homer
Atlanta and the Astros are tied 1-1 in the series, which shifts to Houston. ATLANTA (AP) -- Rafael
Groups ask court to reconsider its tax-break ruling
They fear the ruling will hamper efforts to lure companies. TOLEDO (AP) -- An unusual alliance is
Apartment resident gets jail time for having tiger
The man's tiger is at an animal sanctuary near Berlin Center, Ohio. STAFF/WIRE REPORT NEW YORK
BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO Miami University admits errors in policy on sexual-assault cases
The university faces a potential fine of $25,000 in each of the six cases. OXFORD, Ohio (AP) --
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
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DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics Getting up close and personal with Kerry
Opinion: A few months ago I asked Kerry-Edwards campaign officials if it was possible to do a telephone
CAL THOMAS Just like Daniel in the lion's den
Opinion: I have known him since he was born and now this baby-child-boy-man is going off to war. Once a
MAHONING COUNTY Sales-tax backers to bill state
A spokesman said asking the state for money will be a symbolic gesture. By BOB JACKSON
GOLDBERG CASE Former lawyer to stay in jail
The judge ruled that the issue should have been raised in appellate court. By BOB JACKSON
'CHRONICLES VOLUME ONE' Bob Dylan's autobiography is full of fascinating anecdotes
The singer-songwriter tells his story in a brisk and entertaining way. By LARRY McSHANE
U.S. LEGISLATURE Corporate tax reforms advance
The bill would bring the most sweeping changes since 1986. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate is
HOW SHE SEES IT Teresa Heinz Kerry still making political waves
Opinion: By ANN McFEATTERS BLOCK NEWS ALLIANCE WASHINGTON -- I was going to write about Teresa Heinz
MAHONING COUNTY Appeals court ruling favors trustee in case of repaving of Canfield Twp. road
The project was completed last October. CANFIELD -- An appeals court has ruled that Canfield
Warren ABWA marks founding at social
WARREN -- Warren Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association held a membership
Motley Crue rocker goes to college for reality TV
Motley Crue rocker goes to college for reality TV LINCOLN, Neb. -- Multitattooed rocker Tommy
U.S. officials said that the discs contained no evidence of specific threats.
U.S. officials said that the discs contained no evidence of specific threats. WASHINGTON (AP) --
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 21.7421.77 Avalon Holdings,2.75 2.84 Clear Channel,
TAC/ICL VOLLEYBALL Hubbard clinches league title share by beating Liberty
Last year, the Eagles failed to win the TAC championship for the first time ever. HUBBARD -- Kim
By CHRISTY LEMIRE
By CHRISTY LEMIRE ASSOCIATED PRESS ITH BRITNEY GETTING married twice in the same year, Christina
& lt;B & gt;BRDEK, & lt;/B & gt; Anna M., 84, of Warren; calling
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Trumbull and Mahoning rank high for their relays
Warren and Boardman had the first and second largest relays in Ohio. CANFIELD -- Trumbull and
TERRORISM Israel: Al-Qaida bombed resorts
Apparently, three car bombs were detonated. TABA, Egypt (AP) -- Israel's intelligence chief blamed
Bombs in Egypt kill 27 at resorts
Al-Qaida, not Palestinian militants, is suspected. TABA, Egypt (AP) -- A string of bombs hit
Bush and Kerry play on powerful -- but competing -- voter dynamics.
Bush and Kerry play on powerful -- but competing -- voter dynamics. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR As
"There was a risk, a real risk, that Saddam Hussein would pass weapons or materials or information
Opinion: "There was a risk, a real risk, that Saddam Hussein would pass weapons or materials or information
SCHOOL POLICY Teen girls accused of having weapons
Both girls will be charged in family court next week. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Help is available for the new SAT
Help is available for the new SAT By KRISTINE KIERZEK KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Just three
THOMAS SOWELL The right time to stem voter ignorance
Opinion: Every election year there are great alarms in the media that not enough Americans vote. Supposedly
METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE FOOTBALL Niles defeats Howland
The Red Dragons scored 28 unanswered points and went on to a 35-20 win. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
METHAMPHETAMINE LAB Barberton woman pleads guilty, awaits sentencing on drug charges
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- A Barberton woman pleaded guilty
Real life experience with gas well doesn't jibe with story
Opinion: Real life experience with gas well doesn't jibe with story EDITOR: As I read "Boardman officials
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XYo-Mah-O Chapter, International Association of Administrative Professionals, will
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Absentee ballots become available at elections board
An election official said no one was denied the right to vote. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
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& lt;B & gt;ELSER, & lt;/B & gt;Lucille, 86, of Boardman; calling hours Sunday from
MLB SCHEDULE | Division series
AMERICAN LEAGUE New York vs. Minnesota Tuesday: Minnesota 2, New York 0 Wednesday: New York 7,
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT UJohn H. Davis, Niles Board of Education president, said he was not in favor of
Staley may be no-go due to toe
The running back has a 50-50 chance of playing Sunday against Cleveland. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
WNBA FINALS Sun, Storm begin title series tonight
The two teams bring fresh faces to the finals of the eight-year-old league. UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP)
LEADING TIMES
BOYS 1. Andy Arnio (Maplewood)15:57 2. Colin Durina (Mooney 15:59 3. Jim Ramson (Poland)16:03 4.
CONCERT NEWS
CONCERT NEWS What's on, what's off In Youngstown: Jazz violinist Joe Deninzon and his band,
MUSIC 11 new releases debut in week's Top 20
LOS ANGELES TIMES In one of the most dramatic shufflings of the national album sales chart in
Red Sox eye sweep of AL series tonight
Boston isn't overconfident after what happened to Oakland last year. BOSTON (AP) -- This isn't the
ELLEN GOODMAN Are robes of the Supremes red, blue?
Opinion: BOSTON -- Could we turn our attention for one brief moment from the rough and tumble world of
SEXUAL HUMOR Ratings board frowns upon puppet love in 'Team America'
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "South Park" creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone toned down the puppet sex scene
WEST VIRGINIA Stewart begins prison sentence
Stewart will be in prison until March. ALDERSON, W.Va. (AP) -- Martha Stewart reported to prison
Steel Street teen charged after stolen-car chase
AUSTINTOWN -- A Youngstown teen accused of driving a stolen car in a chase with police early today
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials: No way to oust Felasco
The state Senate will not act to remove the treasurer. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
MERIDIAN SERVICES Nonprofit agency names new leader
The new CEO is a former United Way professional. YOUNGSTOWN -- Lawrence J. Moliterno has been
Four little letters cost Dale Jr. 25 big points
Kurt Busch vaulted into first-place after Earnhardt's slip of the tongue. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --
ON THE SIDE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. CHOICE OF SUCCESSOR: Should
Letter by nun backing Kerry for president is a shocker
Opinion: Letter by nun backing Kerry for president is a shocker EDITOR: I read with shock the letter from
Hospital takes steps to quiet incinerator
The hospital hopes it can lessen the problem even further. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Last Cavalier marks the end of an era at Lordstown
Opinion: The going away party was held two months ago in the parking lot of the General Motors Lordstown
Blast in Paris injures 9
Blast in Paris injures 9 PARIS -- A package filled with explosives blew up outside the Indonesian
A world-class presentation
Pupils toured the globe and even went inside it. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
YSU HOMECOMING | Events schedule
Youngstown State University celebrates Homecoming Week Monday through Oct. 16. Among the events:
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Trumbull, Mahoning counties rank high nationally for relays
Warren and Boardman had the first and second largest relays in Ohio. CANFIELD -- Trumbull and
COLLEGE PLANNING Visits are key to finding the right fit
By WES MIKEL KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Would you buy a pair of jeans without checking the fit?
HELOISE Power company employees were heroes
Dear Heloise: My family went through Hurricane Charley. We escaped with little damage, even though
INDICTMENTS | Mahoning County
The following people were indicted Thursday by a Mahoning County grand jury: Charles L. Johnson,
PENNSYLVANIA Woman found guilty of assault in beating of girl
The defendant blamed her housemate for the girl's death. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- A woman pleaded no
Intelligence and reason
Opinion: The Providence Journal: With just a short time before adjournment, Congress has been hastily
U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT Groups vying for WCI will sum up plans Oct. 25
By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER WARREN -- Workers at WCI Steel have a few more
NATION Bill to change tax collection on ethanol
Ohio motorists won't see a change at the pumps if the bill becomes law. WASHINGTON (AP) --
NEXTEL CUP
NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 22 --
SECTIONAL TENNIS TOURNEY Tom, Brocker, Ezzo, Scudere score wins
The four winners advanced to the Division II semifinals. BOARDMAN -- Poland High's Alyssa Tom
Christian rock concert at Boardman eatery
Christian rock concert at Boardman eatery Acoustic Rooster, a modern Christian rock band, will
NOBEL PEACE PRIZE African activist honored
Wangari Maathai, leader of the Green Belt Movement, is the first African woman to win the prize.
LINEUPS | YSU vs. Southern Illinois
YOUNGSTOWN STATE OFFENSE RT -- (68) PAT WALKER (6-5, 300, Soph.); (64) Matt Kishman (6-3, 273,
MURDER CHARGE Husband indicted in slaying of his wife
If convicted, the defendant could face 15 years to life in prison. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
TONY HICKS | Opinion Dangerfield's legacy lives on in all us men types
Hours before Rodney Dangerfield died, I tried to collect a debt from a buddy, e-mailing him my
PENN STATE Sluggish starts won't do
In their three losses, the Nittany Lions haven't scored before halftime. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP)
THURSDAY ROUNDUP Virginia streaks away from Clemson, 30-10
After the Cavaliers fell into a 10-3 hole they scored the last 27 points. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Browns will test Steelers
With a rookie quarterback at the helm for the foreseeable future, the Pittsburgh Steelers couldn't
Jeter-ball turns tables on Twins
The New York Yankees' standout finds ways to win at playoff time. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Derek Jeter
HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER Ursuline beats Fitch for 1st time in 5 years
Ryan Novotny spearheaded the Irish to a 3-1 victory over the Falcons. STRUTHERS -- Ryan Novotny
PA. DEP Check heating oil tanks for safety
Leaking oil is costly to clean up and poses a health threat. MEADVILLE, Pa. -- With overnight
FLU VACCINE UPMC cancels public clinics
The national vaccine shortage is forcing hospitals to cancel or ration flu shots. The flu vaccine
Counties prepare for more voters
Get to the election booth early, officials say. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
HOLLYWOOD Group plans to sue studios over phony producer credit
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Hollywood producers said this week they want studios to stop giving bogus
CHASE FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP Top 10 drivers
A glance at the 10 drivers competing in NASCAR's Chase for the Nextel Cup, in order of points
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Roosevelt Lewis Jr., 45, of 222 Hamrock Drive, Campbell, and
Darfur violence casts bad light on Sudan talks
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) -- Peace talks to end the 21-year civil war in southern Sudan have resumed, with
HEARING Decision is expected in 2005 in Danny Lee Hill case
Oral arguments will be heard in January. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A
WOMAN'S DEATH Police are still debating charges
The woman had a mixture of a cold remedy and a narcotic in her system. By LAURE CIOFFI
REGAL AUSTINTOWN PLAZA 10, 6020 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, (330) 793-7050.
REGAL AUSTINTOWN PLAZA 10, 6020 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, (330) 793-7050. Cellular, (PG-13),
FOOTBALL St. Edward must forfeit four victories
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Lakewood St. Edward, the unbeaten and No. 2-ranked big-school team in Ohio, will
SPYWARE Panel files case against 3 companies
WASHINGTON (AP ) -- The Federal Trade Commission filed Thursday the first case in the country
Roadside explosion near Fallujah critically injures soldier from city
The soldier will be sent to Walter Reed Army Hospital on Saturday. YOUNGSTOWN -- Army Spec. Aubrey
Commissioners, others honor 26 police officers
Commissioners also bought an armored vehicle. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
'ALADDIN' Disney tale debuts on DVD in 2-disc set loaded with extras
Robin Williams is missing from the disc's supplements. By RANDY A. SALAS MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL
Pa. poll gives Kerry a seven-point lead
HARRISBURG (AP) -- Sen. John F. Kerry has opened a seven-point lead in the presidential race in
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL Mooney stays unbeaten in SVC
The Cardinals beat Warren Harding. WARREN -- Michelle Pelini had 37 hits and 18 digs as the
MURDER CHARGE Man pleads innocent in slaying of his wife
If convicted, the defendant could face 15 years to life in prison. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
Wholesome Hilary
Wholesome Hilary k HILARY DUFF seems to represent the last bastion of all that is sweet and
TRUMBULL COUNTY Duplex blaze kills 1, hurts 4
A woman was hanging out of a window when firefighters arrived. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
MENTAL RETARDATION HEARING Prosecution plays 1985 tape of killer
The prosecution witness is expected to continue testifying today. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
CLEVELAND BROWNS Suggs is hoping to start against Steelers Sunday
He has recovered from a neck injury, and had a good debut last week. BEREA (AP) -- Waiting has
IRAQ U.S. airstrikes hit building; 13 reported dead
The strikes in Falljuah were aimed at al-Zarqawi's network. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- American
SCHOOL POLICY Two teen girls accused of having weapons
Both girls will be charged in family court next week. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Afghans showing enthusiasm for first presidential election
The United States took more than a century to refine its democratic system. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
Mom's signs of being suicidal torture her
Dear Annie: My 58-year-old mother has suffered from mental illness and alcoholism my entire life.
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