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SUNDAY'S SUMMARIES
STEELERS 34, BROWNS 23 Cleveland10337--23 Pittsburgh141370--34 First Quarter Pit--Staley 25
PREPS Tested Rams ready in ICL
After losing a close one, Mineral Ridge will challenge South Range. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT
Prank phone calls
Prank phone calls NILES -- Two city residents reported receiving prank phone calls telling them
MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Players dismiss also-ran storyline of tonight's game
It could be a very long season for the losing team. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers
Penguins' outlook is bleak
The good news is that Youngstown State still has five more football games this season. The bad news
HELOISE Bargain gift ideas for students
Dear Heloise: You printed a list of small items that we could buy for kids getting ready to go to
ELLEN GOODMAN George outsources his compassion to Laura
Opinion: BOSTON -- How could I have forgotten that George W. was a compassionate conservative? He chose the
U.S. MILITARY Families, experts question support services
In 10 months, two dozen soldiers committed suicide during Operation Iraqi Freedom. DAYTON (AP) --
AFGHANISTAN VOTING One candidate backs off boycott
The turnout was called 'a victory of the Afghan people over terrorism.' KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) --
NOTEBOOK Browns vs. Steelers
Moving up: In the first quarter, Steelers wide receiver Plaxico Burress caught an 11-yard pass from
NATION Retailers fine-tune for holiday season
Retailers are tweaking collections and marketing for the holidays. NEW YORK (AP) -- With a weak
BILLBOARD HITS
HOT 100: TOP 20 1. "Goodies," Ciara (feat. Petey Pablo). Sho'nuff. 2. "My Boo," Usher &
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Dad Says Yes (Duys)21.807.206.20 Grandma Nena (Mawing)5.203.80
Co-op stays committed despite the challenges
The co-op has been in the city for more than three decades. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR STAFF
ROUNDUP | Sunday's other games
NFC Rams 33, Seahawks 27, OT SEATTLE -- Never count out Marc Bulger and the quick-strike Rams.
'MOVING IN' Pat Croce hits the road to help inspire change in people on his show
Croce says he uses his optimistic attitude to help people. By FRAZIER MOORE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Deal frees U.S. citizen captured in Afghanistan
Deal frees U.S. citizen captured in Afghanistan RICHMOND, Va. -- A U.S. citizen who was captured
& lt;B & gt;BABINCHAK & lt;/B & gt;, Ann, 88, of Youngstown; calling
& lt;B & gt;BABINCHAK & lt;/B & gt;, Ann, 88, of Youngstown; calling hours Tuesday
Union is reportedly more than $1 million in debt
CHERRY HILL, N.J. (AP) -- A union representing 13,500 food handlers from Pennsylvania, New Jersey,
BRITAIN
Opinion: BRITAIN Daily Telegraph, London, Oct. 2: It is always difficult to know what to make of the BBC's
AFGHANISTAN At voting centers, ballots pour in
The turnout was called 'a victory of the Afghan people over terrorism.' KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) --
LINUS PROJECT Woman continues to impact many lives
Rosalia Penner and her friends knit blankets for hospitalized children. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
HARNESS RACING Group hones plans for track near New Castle
The hearing could go on for several days. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW
Don't look for Pfeiffer on 'Boston Legal'
Don't look for Pfeiffer on 'Boston Legal' BOSTON -- Don't hold your breath for a guest appearance
Who needs Camp Delta?
Opinion: Baltimore Sun: It turns out not so many of the 550 men still held prisoner at the U.S. base at
SPENDING PRACTICES Report targets Pittsburgh council
The purchases came from a miscellaneous fund for council members. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- City council
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGNS Health-care proposals show major differences
Economists say neither proposal would do much to rein in health-care costs. WASHINGTON (AP) --
FOXBORO, MASS. Patriots shatter NFL record by winning 19th straight game, 24-10, over Miami
New England extended the Dolphins' winless streak to five games. FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) -- Bill
"This is the first time environment sets the agenda for the Nobel Peace Prize."
Opinion: "This is the first time environment sets the agenda for the Nobel Peace Prize." Ole Danbolt Mjoes
OHIO BUSINESSES Report: Funds fall short from tax code
Millions of dollars in potential revenues was lost in 2003 alone. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A patchwork of
'Superman' star Reeve dead at 52
'Superman' star Reeve dead at 52 kACTOR Christopher Reeve, the star of the "Superman" movies who
PA. EDUCATION Nominee sets goal to bridge achievement gap
The nominee says the gap can be traced to slavery. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Bridging the academic-
SCHOOLS Boardman gets $101K for repairs
The money had been sitting in the fund since 1969. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
HOW WE SEE THEM | Vindicator football rankings
BIG SCHOOLS (Div. I-III) 1. Fitch (7-0), vs. Uniontown Lake. Coach Neal Kopp's state-ranked team
Grant-search workshop
Grant-search workshop YOUNGSTOWN -- A free introductory workshop on computer searches for grants
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS XAustintown Junior Women's League will sponsor its seventh annual wine taste and Chinese
After Crocker's play, Browns did little
Chris Crocker's interception should have provided Cleveland with a spark. By BRIAN RICHESSON
REVIEW Body language tells the story in 'Coppelia'
A young couple reveal their emotions in this delightful story ballet. By NANCILYNN GATTA
OHIO Mourners remember soldier as leader, mentor
MARIETTA, Ohio (AP) -- A soldier who died from injuries he suffered while in Iraq was remembered
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
POLLS ASSOCIATED PRESS RecPtsPvs 1. Southern Cal (41)5-01,6011 2. Oklahoma (23)5-01,5822
NATIONAL LEAGUE PLAYOFFS After Clemens leaves, Atlanta pounces on Houston's bullpen
Adam LaRoche and J.D. Drew had the big hits for the Braves. HOUSTON (AP) -- Nothing could
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS Cardinals defeat Dodgers, 6-2, to advance to NL title series
The Dodgers displayed outstanding sportsmanship after their defeat. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The St.
AVON OAKS Girard ballroom to celebrate 100 years with anniversary event
The Girard Historical Society is sponsoring the site's centennial party. By TIM YOVICH
KEN CAMINITI, 41 Ex-major leaguer battled steroids, drug abuse
NEW YORK (AP) -- On the field, Ken Caminiti's all-out style served him well. Off the field is where
REALITY SERIES CBS show seeks new lifestyle authority
Twelve aspiring Martha Stewart types will compete. ZAP2IT.COM Joan Lunden, who's seen a
Browns pay, Ben-time
By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF PITTSBURGH -- The Steel City now has the upper hand
Average gasoline price climbs 8 cents to $2.02
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Gasoline prices have climbed nearly 8 cents a gallon in the past two weeks
HOW THEY SEE IT U.S. should grant Guatemalan asylum
Opinion: By WENDY WRIGHT and CORY SMITH WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Attorney General John Ashcroft
Steelers' Burress cautious, but thinks 'this team can be special'
The receiver proclaimed Pittsburgh the team to beat in the AFC North. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR
Nemechek has two-race sweep
He won the Banquet 400 Sunday and the Busch Series event Saturday. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) -- As
Building a better community
Fitch students work to help several community organizations. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
IRAQ Fighters hand over weapons
The United States is delaying major assaults until after the American presidential election .
OHIO STATE Defense had a busy day in streak-snapping loss
By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF COLUMBUS -- Linebacker Bobby Carpenter doesn't like
BIG 12 NORTH Smith leads Missouri to division win
He threw three touchdown passes in the Tigers' 30-10 victory over Baylor. WACO, Texas (AP) -- Brad
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Program helps find jobs for mentally ill
The program supplies a basic human need, a mental health official says. By D.A. WILKINSON
U.S. SENATE Agreement allows passage of corporate tax, spending bills
Three senators had delayed the Senate's adjournment. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate, after a
Today is Monday, Oct. 11, the 285th day of 2004. There are 81 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Monday, Oct. 11, the 285th day of 2004. There are 81 days left in the year. On this date in
Teen dies in crash
Teen dies in crash LISBON -- An East Palestine teenager was killed in a one-car crash on state
'Confident' QB drives win
Rookie quarterback Ben Roethlisberger directed the Steelers to early scoring marches. By TOM
Columbus did more than prove that earth was round
Opinion: Columbus did more than prove that earth was round EDITOR: While honoring Christopher Columbus
Best Bets on TV Tonight
During the 2000 presidential campaign, filmmaker/journalist Alexandra Pelosi spent 18 months
HOW HE SEES IT Growing energy crisis is ignored
Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Here are three numbers that ought to matter to you.
NBA PRESEASON A slimmer Shaq makes an impression
Shaquille O'Neal made a successful debut for Miami. HOUSTON (AP) -- Time for a new nickname for
MARKETING 'Fresh' continues to be a quality buzzword
In marketing, fresh can mean a lot of things, and they're all good. WASHINGTON POST Has the
NFL Ailing kickers missed games
Bucs QB Chris Simms strained his left shoulder when he was sacked. ASSOCIATED PRESS It was a
Boo-birds stick around to see 49ers win in OT
The 49ers won their first game after four straight losses. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- When Larry
DAUPHIN COUNTY, PA. Court-ordered vote allows minister to keep his job
HARRISBURG (AP) -- The Rev. Earl Harris hasn't lost his flock, thanks to a congregational vote
Who's the 'Last Comic Standing'? NBC pulls show before final episode
The network says the winner will be revealed. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- NBC has yanked the
PRESIDENTIAL RACE Campaigns labor for every vote
No Republican has ever won the presidency without winning Ohio. By SAM HOWE VERHOVEK LOS ANGELES
PREP FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
SATURDAY'S SCORES AREA Cleveland St. Ignatius 56, Warren Harding 0 OHIO Akr. Buchtel 62, Akr.
OHIO Retired teachers criticize spending
An adoption stipend and subsidized child care are two points of contention. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Investigators seek information on fire
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Investigators are airing messages on Spanish-language television stations to ask
ORCHESTRAS N.Y. Philharmonic contract to help set terms for Cleveland, Pittsburgh
The minimum weekly salary will increase every six months. NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York
NATION
NATION Survey: 4% of Americans buy prescriptions online NEW YORK -- Only 4 percent of Americans
GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC Trial nears for teen accused in homicide
The two teens are being tried as adults but don't face the death penalty. By HAROLD GWIN
There isn't much to be happy about in new fiscal year
Opinion: When Wednesday night's third presidential debate is held in Tempe, Ariz., the government of the
KEITH URBAN | PROFILE Singer finds his voice as country rock star
Urban's latest single is already No. 1 on the country charts. By JOHN GEROME ASSOCIATED PRESS
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees, Bosox in rematch
The two rivals will begin their championship series Tuesday in New York. By RONALD BLUM
OHIO Number of doctors in state has grown, newspaper says
The AMA says there's a shortage of doctors in inner-city and rural areas. CINCINNATI (AP) --
WNBA FINALS Seattle survives late rally by Connecticut to win, tie series at 1-1
The Storm withstood a record-setting performance by the Sun's Nykesha Sales. SEATTLE (AP) -- When
ACTION Group challenges officials on issues
The group will send 50 members to the office of one city department head. By JULIE A. WAGNER
POSTSEASON SCHEDULE Major League Baseball
DIVISION SERIES American League New York vs. Minnesota Minnesota 2, New York 0 New York 7,
HELPING HANDS FERRET RESCUE It's animal magnetism
The Lawrence County woman has more than 60 ferrets at her home. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
FIRE PROTECTION PROBE Company owner faces new charges
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- A New Castle man faces additional charges in a fire protection fraud case.
ABOUT THE CO-OP Details
Membership: $25 fee. Entitles members to 2 percent discount on purchases and special member prices
TECHNOLOGY SECTOR Business offices are hanging on to computers longer
Lack of software innovation and tighter budgets are the reasons. NEW YORK (AP) -- Jeffrey Saut
Need a break? Go Downtown
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF HUBBARD -- Downtown Coffee Cafe, which opened its doors
POLITICS Presidential election diverts focus from state, local races
Supreme Court justices and candidates expect voter drop-offs for their races. By DAVID SKOLNICK
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Just what makes a portrait? A face -- and so much more
By MICHAEL O'SULLIVAN WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- What is a portrait? It's a good question,
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS Highlights of the health-care plans offered by President Bush and Sen. John Kerry:
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