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Rams mirror '99 team with win
Kicker Jeff Wilkins, former YSU standout, sprained his left ankle in the first half. ST. LOUIS
Tire recycling canceled
Tire recycling canceled SHARON, Pa. -- Shenango River Watchers have canceled a tire recycling day
COMPUTERS Google tool creates easy access to data
New program could be used to spy on computers that are shared. NEW YORK (AP) -- People who use
Little known fact: Catholics can vote their consciences
Opinion: Little known fact: Catholics can vote their consciences EDITOR: I saw a recent report that 70
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 19, the 293rd day of 2004. There are 73 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Oct. 19, the 293rd day of 2004. There are 73 days left in the year. On this date
STEELERS Roethlisberger 'something special' in first season
The first-round draft pick has proven to be a playmaker. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Ben Roethlisberger
HOW HE SEES IT Shamelessness will triumph over shame
Opinion: By MICHAEL GOODWIN NEW YORK DAILY NEWS It was F. Scott Fitzgerald who famously said, "There are
NFL Back off: Browns protective of Garcia
Jeff Garcia faces his former teammate, the outspoken Terrell Owens of Philadelphia, Sunday. BEREA
Pizzino-Bundy engagement is announced
XBOARDMAN -- The engagement of Sara C. Pizzino and Scott M. Bundy, both of 934 Edenridge Drive, is
THE ELECTION County shows more voters than eligible are registered
Columbiana County won't have a list of voters until next week. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP Trustees were expecting tax payment from RMI
Township officials were told last year the tax payments would be late. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Altrusans have fun helping
If you arrive at an Altrusa meeting as a stranger, you will leave as a friend. Altrusa is an
FALSE ALARMS Pa. man charged for calls
Brandon Passel was already facing the same charges in Sharon. GREENVILLE, PA. -- Police have
Cavaliers dominate, but endure injuries
Dajuan Wagner, Lucious Harris and DeSagana Diop were hurt against the Nets. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jeff
Astros win on Kent's homer
His three-run shot gave Houston a 3-0 win and a 3-2 edge in the series. HOUSTON (AP) -- In a
TENNIS She's back: Davenport takes over the top spot
A strong summer convinced the American that she can still contend. ASSOCIATED PRESS Back at No.
Bowen-Hobart troth announced, wedding planned
XPOLAND -- Announced by Robert and Beverly Hobart, 1740 Alverne Drive, is the engagement of their
Study: Escalade most targeted for vehicle theft
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Cadillac Escalade EXT, a $53,000 chrome-trimmed luxury pickup with leather
YSU FOOTBALL Zetts' QB play is cited in loss
Linebacker Marty Hutchinson won defensive honors for the third time. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
REMOTE CONTROLS Cattron increases business
The business being acquired has 90 workers in Montreal and Pittsburgh. SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- Cattron
YOUNGSTOWN Special Olympics swim meet honors volunteer's generosity
The Kelly Jo Carlson Memorial Special Olympics Swim Meet is Saturday at YSU. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
HOMICIDE REDUCTION White commends city for achievement
The U.S. attorney said he senses a commitment and a mission in the city. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
CANFIELD ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME | Class of 2004
The Canfield High Athletic Hall of Fame will induct 14 members at Friday's football game. A banquet
TIMELINE Patricia Traylor's bowling career
1974: Started bowling at Northside Lanes with the Mahoning County Welfare League. 1983-84: Served as
SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT Residents to assist in district's search
The district is set to end the year barely in the black. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
NBC's 'The West Wing' considers electing GOP successor for Bartlet
Change could mean a boost to the show's ratings, which have fallen. By LYNN ELBER ASSOCIATED
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN Bush counters vaccine shortage criticism
A new poll shows black voters prefer Kerry to Bush by a nearly 4-1 margin. ASSOCIATED PRESS ST.
SHOWTIME O'Donnell gets role on 'Queer as'
The former talk show host told the producers she wanted to do a guest shot. KNIGHT RIDDER
INTERNET Metails.com: Socialize while you shop online
The online service works by creating word-of-mouth buzz about hot products. BOSTON (AP) -- Online
U.S. skaters will receive cash for winning medals
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- U.S. figure skaters will now get cash bonuses along with the medals
"Every time somebody else is killed, I grieve again. Every mother grieves again. This not a
Opinion: "Every time somebody else is killed, I grieve again. Every mother grieves again. This not a
DALE MCFEATTERS Shopping for cave men
Opinion: Given the running start retailers get on the holiday season anymore, it's not too early to start
HELOISE Reader adds suggestions to previous advice
Dear Heloise: In a past column, one of your readers suggested that putting warranty papers, etc., in
Irish rout Crestview, will face Warren JFK
Ursuline had a balanced attack in its tournament opener. STRUTHERS -- Vlad Lungu and Ryan Novotny
MUSIC New York's Hard Rock Cafe plans heavy-metal auction
An Eddie Van Halen jumpsuit was expected to draw bids of up to $3,000. NEW YORK (AP) --
BIG TEN Slumps are rare to OSU
Ohio State has lost at least three games in a row in a season only 16 times. COLUMBUS (AP) -- On
REGION
REGION Construction begins for physical therapy clinic COLUMBIANA -- Silverio Physical Therapy
LOWERY DAM Newton Falls takes first step in project
The dam hasn't been serviced since the 1960s. By ERIC GROSSO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEWTON
Boardman captures tourney win
STOW -- April Melquist scored 10 points with six aces, 10 kills and five blocks, as Boardman High
Guerino-Nicholas wedding set for early December
XSTRUTHERS -- Announcing plans for their coming wedding are Debra L. Guerino and Michael Nicholas,
ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION School district seeks funds to implement new program
The junior-senior high school may soon have its own school store again. By HAROLD GWIN
& lt;B & gt;BELL & lt;/B & gt;, Patricia, 77, of Struthers; calling
& lt;B & gt;BELL & lt;/B & gt;, Patricia, 77, of Struthers; calling hours Wednesday
FOOTBALL Zetts matured in YSU defeat
Linebacker Marty Hutchinson won defensive honors for the third time. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
CBS memo scandal hurt credibility of press, online survey of readers suggests
Most readers say getting the media back on track is a matter of basics. By RYAN PITTS SPECIAL TO
DEVELOPMENT STUDY Federal funds will be available to decide if racetrack is good idea
The federal money would fund a second study of the track idea. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
SCHOOLS Salem educator is placed on suspension
Officials say the absent educator killed another motorist. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
XChaney High School Class of 1984 will hold its 20-year reunion from 6 to 11 p.m. Nov. 27 at the
XChaney High School Class of 1984 will hold its 20-year reunion from 6 to 11 p.m. Nov. 27 at the
NFC WEST 49ers are having worst start since the 1979 season
Coach Dennis Erickson is enduring his worst start (1-5) in six NFL seasons. SANTA CLARA, Calif.
OPEN MEETINGS School board acts to comply
The board president said it should have been a case of 'no harm, no foul.' By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Weight watchers share their success stories
Dear Annie: I applaud your response to "Struggling with Weight in Texas," who worried that she would
HOW THEY FARED | YSU opponents
Slippery Rock (3-5) lost to Millersville 17-14; Next Edinboro, Saturday. Florida International (2-2)
PHILIP TERZIAN Zero tolerance, sometimes zero sense
Opinion: As always, there is good news and bad news on the zero tolerance front. First, the good news. Back
Many take a shot at clinic
By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Dozens of people hoping to get flu shots
BILLBOARD HITS
HOT 100: TOP 20 1. "Goodies," Ciara (feat. Petey Pablo). Sho'nuff. 2. "My Boo," Usher &
Parents announce Johnson-Jennings engagement
XNEWTON FALLS -- Norman and Faye Johnson, 3958 Pricetown-North Road, are announcing the engagement
With McNabb, unbeaten Eagles flying high, getting better
As strange as it sounds, Philadelphia has room for improvement. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Here's a
Motorcyclist charged
Motorcyclist charged WEATHERSFIELD -- A 23-year-old Mineral Ridge man, who crashed his motorcycle
WARREN MUNICIPAL COURT Bill for photos becomes an issue
The city law director said he will review the matter. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Shooting threat reported
Shooting threat reported AUSTINTOWN -- Police are investigating a report that a Youngstown teen
MAHONING VALLEY Lawmakers seek $4.5M for facility
Money is also being sought for river cleanup, a business incubator and a theater. By JEFF ORTEGA
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Yankee Solution(J Conger)8.207.00 4.20 Rose Run Freddie(K Kash
CAMPAIGN ROUNDUP
CAMPAIGN ROUNDUP The inside stories Long lines at Mahoning County polls on Election Day will be
New formula no help to Sooners
The revamped BCS standings ranks Miami not Oklahoma in second place. ASSOCIATED PRESS The Bowl
HIGHER EDUCATION Students turn to loans as college costs increase
Many students are relying on credit cards to pay for their education. ASSOCIATED PRESS The pace
Earnhardt loses his appeal of penalty and fine
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. lost his appeal of a 25-point penalty and $10,000
EBONY HALL OF FAME Traylor grew with her bowling career
The long-time organizer of women's bowling leagues will be one of 11 inductees. By JOHN KOVACH
CANADIAN PHARMACEUTICALS Group protests drug sales to Americans
Some Canadians worry that U.S. demand threatens their drug supply. TORONTO (AP) -- Canadians must
'MISS SAIGON' Wonderful portrayals highlight love story
One of the most dramatic scenes in the play is the fall of Saigon. By LINDA M. LINONIS
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 21.59 21.60 Avalon Holdings,2.812.94 Clear
SOCIAL SECURITY Checks will get increase
Some economists say the increase will not cover higher fuel costs. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The cost-of-
HOW HE SEES IT Putin may double-cross EU on global warming
Opinion: By BONNER R. COHEN KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Any attempt to discern Vladimir
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN Both candidates continue to target Ohio
A new poll shows black voters prefer Kerry to Bush by a nearly 4-1 margin. ASSOCIATED PRESS
AUTO MAINTENANCE Jiffy Lube reaches deal to settle suits
Opponents call the settlement a sham that shortchanges customers. DALLAS (AP) -- An agreement has
Color purple dominates this season's cosmetics
Finding the proper mix is key to creating colorful makeup for fall. NEW YORK (AP) -- In the world
Flu vaccine clinic gets swamped
Flu vaccine clinic gets swamped k DOZENS of people hoping to get flu shots at a Youngstown clinic
Leaders: Village can take time to grow
With infrastructure in place, leaders are looking for controlled growth. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
ELECTION '04 Kerry's stepson visits the area
The senator's stepson was in New Castle to encourage people to vote. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
FLU SHOTS
FLU SHOTS Where to get them The Mahoning County District Board of Health has listed these places
EUROPE Thousands protest GM plan to cut jobs
Most of the jobs to be eliminated are in Germany. BOCHUM, Germany (AP) -- Thousands of employees
TELEVISION Networks stick to reruns for Wednesday's lineup
Both CBS and NBC promise to air new material this week. WASHINGTON POST Wonder why, four weeks
WALNUT RUN Developer seeks to change zoning designation of land
The developer would not comment on his plans. CORTLAND -- A developer plans to build about 100
MAHONING VALLEY Need a lift to the airport? Soon, you can hail a SkyTaxi
The new airline's owner says he can save travelers time. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Champion Board of Education handled these matters at its Monday night meeting:
Champion Board of Education handled these matters at its Monday night meeting: Agreed to take out
VIDEO GAMING Sexy Swedish team hits right buttons
The group is making inroads into a male-dominated world. NEW YORK (AP) -- At first glance, Les
MAHONING COURT Man who fled crash is sentenced
A judge gave him credit for time spent in jail awaiting trial. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY Judge to sentence Clay in Jan.
The defense attorney hopes his client will receive probation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
SYMPHONY REVIEW Hamlisch, impersonator put their spin on Streisand songs
Vocalist Steven Brinberg wore a blond wig and shimmering two-piece outfit. By ROBERT ROLLIN
Two teams of overweight contestants compete in the new reality series "The Biggest Loser" (8 p.m.,
Two teams of overweight contestants compete in the new reality series "The Biggest Loser" (8 p.m.,
Highlights of Monday night's city council meeting:
Highlights of Monday night's city council meeting: Approved legislation allowing the city
MERCER COUNTY Jury seating starts in counselor's killing
Authorities said the counselor died after being attacked during an escape. MERCER, Pa. -- Jury
Three Rutgers football players injured in multi-vehicle accident
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) -- Three Rutgers University football players were injured, one seriously, in a
Newlywed Spears can't wait to start a family
Newlywed Spears can't wait to start a family NEW YORK -- Britney Spears is taking some time away
Valley's legislators make strong case for re-election
Opinion: With the state of Ohio facing a $4 billion to $6 billion general fund shortfall in the next
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Vikings: Randy Moss could miss a game for the first time in his NFL career, but nothing will be
MARRIAGE PROTECTION AMENDMENT Activist urges clergy to back ballot issue
'Stand up for righteousness' in defense of marriage, a minister urged. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
STATE TENNIS Canfield, Poland teams set for trip
Both qualified doubles teams in search of state titles this weekend. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Lordstown council considers maintaining newly built street
LORDSTOWN -- Council gave first reading to legislation accepting a newly developed road as a village
SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR Just like her putts, honors rolling in for Annika Sorenstam
Annika Sorenstam and volleyball aces Misty May and Kerri Walsh were cited. NEW YORK (AP) -- The
Pamela Koehler to be bride of Darek Chomczyk
XBOARDMAN -- Robert and Catherine Koehler, 140 S. Shore Drive, are announcing the engagement of
END OF AN ERA Raiders make transition as Rice departs to Seattle
He'll be reunited with his former offensive coordinator, Mike Holmgren. ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) --