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Church has quilt effort covered
Sometimes a good idea just takes on a life of its own. That's what happened at Canfield
Shouldn't federal projects be built with U.S. equipment?
Opinion: Shouldn't federal projects be built with U.S. equipment? EDITOR: A few weeks ago I was
JAKKS PACIFIC WWE sues toymaker, alleging scheme
The toymaker paid at least $100,000 in bribes, the lawsuit says. STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) -- World
ABC 'Bachelor' goes fishing for romance
The show has been tougher than any fishing competition, Velvick said. ORLANDO SENTINEL
GENERAL ELECTION Dems vote to uphold support for sheriff
By more than a 2-1 margin, the sheriff retained the club's endorsement. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
LOTTERY RESULTS TUESDAY'S DRAWINGS
Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 7-0-9 Pick 4, 6-0-7-9 Rolling Cash 5, 2-7-9-23-37 Mega Millions, 6
OHIO FOOTBALL POLL
DIVISION I 1, Cin. Colerain (28) 8-0351 2, Austintown Fitch (4) 8-0305 3, Cle. St. Ignatius
Sweden will announce music prize next week
Sweden will announce music prize next week STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- The winner of the annual Polar
Officials approve new zoning ordinance
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Union Township supervisors have approved a new zoning ordinance and zoning map.
CAMPAIGN COVERAGE Study finds networks focus more on issues
All of the networks have regular segments devoted to the presidential election. NEW YORK (AP) --
HOW HE SEES IT Are we doomed to be left in the dark about terrorism?
Opinion: By FRED HAITT WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- One thing we have learned from this presidential
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Salem fireman's wife plans appeal over signs
Council could still scuttle two ballot issues backed by the fire department. By D.A. WILKINSON
Report warns of problems at polls
The entire election system hasn't been overhauled. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- When
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Penguins' defense still not seasoned
Assistant Mike Kolakowski said lack of experience has hampered YSU's defense. By PETE MOLLICA
OHSAA FOOTBALL RATINGS
DIVISION I Region 1 1. Austintown Fitch (8-0)24.3975 2. Cleve. St. Ignatius (7-1)22.1650 3.
TRUMBULL COUNTY Grant for school officer rejected
Eight police departments in the state received the grant. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
Police find stolen Helen Keller statue in home
CLEVELAND (AP) -- A statue of Helen Keller, the deaf and blind woman who became a role model for
HELOISE Roasting bag isn't recommended
Dear Heloise: Your slow-cooker hints in the newspaper prompted me to offer one of my favorite
PACKING FOR SCHOOL All-veggie dishes make good lunch fare for children
My kids' school lunches proved to be popular with other pupils. By STEVE PETUSEVSKY KNIGHT
Police take BB gun from West Side man
Police take BB gun from West Side man YOUNGSTOWN -- A pump-action BB gun was confiscated from
MUNICIPAL COURT 2 sisters raised a ruckus, cops say
Police used pepper spray to separate the women at the station. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR
INVENTION A turn-on for those who want to turn off TV
Orders pour in for keychain remote control that silences most televisions. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP)
Seahawks hope Rice is answer
KIRKLAND, Wash. (AP) -- The Seattle Seahawks didn't bring the greatest receiver in NFL history up
PROGRAMMING XM Satellite Radio signs deal with MLB
The deal would put all major league baseball games on satellite radio. NEW YORK (AP) -- XM
SANITATION Safety issues affect choice of cutting board
Bacteria lurk in the deep grooves of plastic. By JANET K. KEELER SCRIPPS HOWARD We've
SOAP SCOOP Daytime TV news
WRITER SWITCH: Emmy Award-winning writer Michael Malone is leaving "One Life to Live" after
EGYPT Survivor discusses week in captivity
The workers were asked if they were Israeli spies or worked for Americans. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
"I think that it's a two-edged sword and candidates can't touch it without getting sliced by one
Opinion: "I think that it's a two-edged sword and candidates can't touch it without getting sliced by one
Yankees on brink of infamy
NEW YORK (AP) -- One chance left. Otherwise, infamy. On the brink of the biggest collapse in
Astros will throw Munro in Game 6, reserve Clemens
Roger Clemens will be held back for a possible Game 7 or the World Series opener. ST. LOUIS (AP)
BCS Unbeaten USC halfway to title game in Miami
The No. 1 Trojans have wins over six teams with a total record of 23-8. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
& lt;B & gt;BECKER, & lt;/B & gt; Sally L., 57, of Canfield; calling
& lt;B & gt;BECKER, & lt;/B & gt; Sally L., 57, of Canfield; calling hours today
LAWRENCE COUNTY Found money reduces budget deficit quite a bit
A hiring freeze and layoffs are still being considered by commissioners. By LAURE CIOFFI
ALCS NOTEBOOK | From Yankee Stadium
Streaking clubs: Boston's 4-2 win in Game 6 marked the third time in postseason history that both
JEREMY PIVEN With busy schedule, actor finds time for play
The actor makes his New York stage debut in Neil LaBute's latest play. NEW YORK (AP) -- Jeremy
MIDLOTHIAN BOULEVARD Commission not in favor of antique shop
There was concern about a less-desirable business moving in. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
CALIFORNIA Cargo creates delays at ports
Demand for Chinese and other imported products leads to increased traffic. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials to appeal ruling on loan
A county solicitor said the lower court ruling left some doubt about the case. By HAROLD GWIN
2 sisters raised a ruckus, cops say
Police used pepper spray to separate the women at the station. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR
Dems vote to uphold support for sheriff
By more than a 2-1 margin, the sheriff retained the club's endorsement. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
VACCINES Canada helps in flu shot shortage
Americans flock north of the border to get flu shots. BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) -- With a shortage of
MAHONING COUNTY Complaint likely over yard signs
The anti-tax committee filed a complaint with the elections board. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
Bogus bomb threat again at Farrell school
Bogus bomb threat again at Farrell school FARRELL, Pa. -- The Farrell High-Middle School got
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
NFL Forlorn Bengals going on display Monday night
Cincinnati carries a dismal 1-4 record into its first Monday show since 1992. CINCINNATI (AP) --
GENERAL FUND Officials fear that Girard faces fiscal 'breaking point'
The mayor's fiscal plan isn't working, a state auditor's representative said. By TIM YOVICH
TRUMBULL BUDGET How to fix looming shortfall?
It could take up to six months to collect revenue on a new county sales tax. By STEPHEN SIFF
INVESTMENT CASE Ruling: Agent must pay $5.2M
Valley residents lost their life savings by investing in pay phones, a lawyer says. By DON
MISSOURI Plane crash kills at least 8; crews search for survivors
Two survivors were immediately found and were in reasonably good condition. KIRKSVILLE, Mo. (AP)
AUGDON HOUSE Poland mulls options for saving old building
The matter will be addressed at a meeting Tuesday. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 20, the 294th day of 2004. There are 72 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Oct. 20, the 294th day of 2004. There are 72 days left in the year. On this date
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
TUESDAY'S RESULTS BOYS SOCCER TOURNAMENT DIVISION II Hubbard 7, Southeast 0 Liberty 1,
BUDGET Police save in costs for overtime
Nine other departments had budget hearings at city hall. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Best Bets on TV Tonight
The Phoenicians, an ancient Mediterranean people who thrived until their defeat by the Roman empire,
NATION
NATION Lawmakers skip lines for flu shots k SENIORS around the nation are standing in long lines
HOW HE SEES IT Kerry wrong about 'rights'
Opinion: By JAMES K. GLASSMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE NEW YORK -- Did you catch John Kerry's gaffe
WINNING RECIPES
WHITE HOUSE GINGERBREAD 2 cups (white) sugar 1 cup and 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 cup
OHIO Judge should keep license if he stays sober, panel rules
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A disciplinary panel has recommended that a Franklin County judge convicted of
TRUMBULL COUNTY Warren officer in video case will appeal 3-day suspension
The officer did nothing to merit a suspension, his attorney says. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
YSU Lecturer to detail tragedy in Sudan
The university also is hosting a diversity forum Friday. YOUNGSTOWN -- "Darfur and the Politics of
CAR COMPANIES SEC reviews Ford, GM retiree plans
GM says it's confident that its financial reporting has been complete. DETROIT (AP) -- General
MERCER CO. SCHOOL Farrell board votes to swap back taxes for construction
The district had no hope of ever collecting the back taxes, an official said. FARRELL, Pa. -- The
HOCKEY Phantoms in Minneapolis to play in tourney
BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Phantoms haven't played a game since Oct. 9, but they return to the ice
EAGLES Owens ignites McNabb's stats
The former 49ers wide receiver has made a major impact in Philadelphia. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
INVESTIGATIONS Bomb threats prove to be false at Boardman, Chaney
Police and school officials in Boardman and Youngstown are investigating bomb threats to schools
GM temporarily halts small-car line at Tenn. plant
SPRING HILL, Tenn. (AP) -- General Motors Corp. has once again idled its small-car assembly line
Sharpsville considers apology for team cuts
Supporters said senior volleyball players were cut in favor of less experienced players.
Sanford Rivers found way to NFL as official
The former South High player was an NFL official for 16 seasons. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
Another risky venture
Sifting through newspaper clippings from the winter of 1999-2000, I find it difficult to imagine how
REVIEW Fight through space in new 'Gradius V'
The game requires quick reflexes to dodge enemies from every direction. By MATT SLAGLE
ABC 'Lost' actor finds what he hoped after 'Rings'
After his role as Merry, life was tough for the Brit. By TERRY MORROW SCRIPPS HOWARD When
Man charged with killing foster daughter
NORWALK, Ohio (AP) -- A man was arrested Tuesday and charged with stabbing his 11-year-old foster
Group: 5 candidates qualified for bench
Atty. Gerchak believes he is qualified, despite the bar association's decision. By BOB JACKSON
Long wait, lack of availability is story of U.S.
Opinion: The shortage of flu vaccine in the United States provides an interesting arguing point for critics
REGION
REGION FirstEnergy dividend AKRON -- FirstEnergy Corp. declared an unchanged quarterly dividend
MAHONING COUNTY Youngstown man is sent to prison for raping boy
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- A 52-year-old Dryden Avenue man who
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
PGA TOUR Funai Classic at Disney Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Courses: Walt
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 21.30 21.32 Avalon Holdings,2.953.10 Clear
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday McDonald Community Chest, 7 p.m., Woodland United Methodist Church. Boardman
A TRIP THROUGH THE PAST South High sent 6 to NFL
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF A recent reunion of two former South High football
GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC Teenager pleads guilty to murdering counselor
The teen faces mandatory life imprisonment without parole. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
MISSOURI At least 8 die as small plane crashes on runway approach
At least two people survived the crash. KIRKSVILLE, Mo. (AP) -- A twin-engine turboprop commuter
Congressmen receive shots with no waiting
Many lawmakers aren't considered high risk by the usual standards. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
PERFUME Retail success smells sweet
Star power can really hype up sales of scent. HARTFORD COURANT Elizabeth Taylor, amid heaps of
Gut-check time for Sox, Yanks
NEW YORK (AP) -- It comes down to this: Game 7. Again. It seemed inevitable for so long, yet so
Man learns of sick boy, donates kidney to him
MARYSVILLE, Kan. (AP) -- Eric Swim was surfing the Internet in June when he stumbled across the
Surgeon refuses to transplant kidney
The concept puts donors and recipients together online. SCRIPPS HOWARD DENVER -- A surgeon at a
DOCUMENTARY 'The Up Series' available as boxed set
The films chronicle the lives of 14 children, starting when they were 7. By DAVID GERMAIN
MERCER COUNTY Police bicycle patrols will begin rounds soon
The unit should be activated in time for Halloween patrol duty. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Man gets prison in protection-order violation
The subject was under a court order to stay away from his ex-girlfriend. YOUNGSTOWN -- Terry Wiery
PREP SOCCER Bowlen's two goals power Fitch past Harding
Canfield and Boardman also advanced in Division I tournament action. AUSTINTOWN -- Junior forward
PENN STATE Robinson will return, but position unsure
The versatile back suffered a concussion four weeks ago at Wisconsin. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --
Stolen statue case goes to grand jury
Stolen statue case goes to grand jury NILES -- The case of a 49-year-old Niles man accused of
Chip implants are a cure that's worse than the disease
Opinion: San Jose Mercury News: A Florida company is the latest to tap into America's growing fear-based
Wideouts sent packing
Former 49er Jerry Rice will rejoin Mike Holmgren in Seattle. ASSOCIATED PRESS Jerry Rice and
MILTON TOWNSHIP New fire station is expected to be operational this year
LAKE MILTON -- This Christmas, Milton Township may be receiving an added gift -- a completed
Author predicts elections will have strong turnout
Dismal voting trends will likely change this year, the author said. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY Judge rejects bid to stop execution
The convicted killer used big words on his pen pal Web site, the ruling noted. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
UNION TOWNSHIP Supervisors seek funds for park improvements
One supervisor is confident the township will receive the funds. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
HOW SHE SEES IT Kerry's comment triggers false outrage
Opinion: By HILARY ROSEN WASHINGTON POST Nicolle Devenish, communications director for the Bush-Cheney
PREP VOLLEYBALL Stevens, Roscoe propel Girard; Columbiana wins
Also in Division III, Brookfield won, but Mineral Ridge didn't. LEAVITTSBURG -- Senior Erin
NFL Browns, Cowboys exchange receivers Morgan, Bryant in trade
IRVING, Texas (AP) -- Antonio Bryant and Quincy Morgan are switching teams in a trade of receivers
ELECTION 2 women battle for House seat from Pa. district
A record 138 women have run for seats in Congress this year. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR SPRING
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE League Championship Series American League Oct. 12: New York 10, Boston 7 Oct. 13:
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 'Lena' is barred from getting letters from inmates
Dear Annie: My 16-year-old granddaughter, "Lena," lives with me. Legally, I am her foster mother.