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SEATTLE Mariners choose experienced Hargrove to be next skipper

Bob Melvin was fired after two lackluster seasons. SEATTLE (AP) -- After gambling on an

OLYMPICS Decision is due on Hamm gold

A ruling today will end the two-month gymnastics dispute. ASSOCIATED PRESS Paul Hamm is finally

CBS' upcoming mini has Chicago in peril

NEWSDAY It's the end of the world as we know it. Again. This spring, NBC rocked the West Coast

PREP SOCCER TOURNAMENT Snyder's three goals lead Ursuline past Badger in Division II sectional

The Irish advance to meet Poland on Saturday at 4 p.m. KINSMAN -- Hannah Snyder scored three

IRAQ Gunmen kill one, injure 14 on bus carrying women

The highest ranking soldier in the prison scandal was sentenced to eight years. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)

AFGHAN ELECTION With half the votes counted, Karzai remains ahead

Officials expect to finish counting votes next week. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) -- U.S.-backed

'DAMN YANKEES!' Classic musical released on DVD

It hardly matters that there's no extras on the DVD. By NANCY CHURNIN DALLAS MORNING NEWS

OSU BASKETBALL Emphasis is on defense

The men's basketball team is trying to cure one of its weaknesses from last year. COLUMBUS (AP) --

Strickland details hunting trip

This was the congressman's first goose hunting trip. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS

Today is Thursday, Oct. 21, the 295th day of 2004. There are 71 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Oct. 21, the 295th day of 2004. There are 71 days left in the year. On this date

COLUMBIANA CO. Officials seek repairs to Route 30

One official said the road should be extended to connect with state Route 45. By D.A. WILKINSON

The key question: Are you better off than in 2000?

Opinion: The key question: Are you better off than in 2000? EDITORS: Yet another presidential election is

OSU FOOTBALL Zwick sidelined for Buckeyes' practice

Troy Smith took most of the snaps; Justin Zwick's status is day-to-day. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Injured

DISCOUNT CHAIN Outgoing Kmart chief gets $90M in stock

He is also slated to get bonuses in 2007 and 2008. TROY, Mich. (AP) -- Outgoing Kmart chief

TV NETWORKS NBC struggles to stay afloat without 'Friends,' 'Frasier'

Other networks' hits have taken their toll on NBC's ratings in the new season. NEW YORK (AP) --

STEELERS Roethlisberger, Farrior earn accolades; Hampton, Logan done

Cornerback Chad Scott might return in six weeks. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark D. Adovasio, legal age, Austintown, and Rosemary M.

FEUD Carlson beckons Stewart

Most of Comedy Central's 1,200-plus e-mails support 'The Daily Show' host. By GAIL SHISTER

TELEVISION Q &amp; amp;A

Q. Why do they still show Jason Wiles in the opening credits of "Third Watch"? Isn't he the actor

TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials OK freeze on hiring, overtime

The policy affects only a few county departments. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

'Deception' offers more than just regular 'Kombat'

By TOM HAM SPECIAL TO WASHINGTON POST The sixth title in the seemingly endless "Mortal Kombat"

SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE Postseason LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES American League Oct. 12: New York 10, Boston 7

WESTERN RESERVE FIRE DISTRICT Department weighs buying rescue boat

Officials say the boat would be an asset, particularly during flooding. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

WORLD

WORLD GM workers in Germany end six-day walkout BOCHUM, Germany -- A General Motors Corp. plant

DIGITAL ART 'Van Helsing' offers computing lessons

Creating the special effects was a monster effort. By ASHLEE OWENS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

KIDNEY TRANSPLANT Donation comes via Web site

There are no laws against soliciting an organ donation. DENVER (AP) -- Setting aside ethical

COUNCIL

COUNCIL News and notes City council handled these items Wednesday: Approved a resolution

YSU FOOTBALL Illinois State ready with potent offense

The Redbirds have slipped on defense and have a 3-3 record. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS

Sparkling hair extensions grow popular

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS We've had crystal tattoos and glitter dust for the skin. Our eyes have

ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES Birth control pill cuts heart disease, strokes, study finds

This research contradicts previous studies. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Women on the birth control pill

SCHOOL New threat of bomb draws parents

The disruptions are hurting the learning process, the superintendent said. By HAROLD GWIN

Bush leads in battleground states

The president's job-approval rating is below 50 percent in Ohio and New Hampshire. KNIGHT RIDDER

Robbed at gunpoint

Robbed at gunpoint YOUNGSTOWN -- The owner of the Big Apple store on McGuffey Road was robbed at

GAMES 'Donkey Konga' will be party hit

It could have been better, but it's still a lot of fun. By VICTOR GODINEZ DALLAS MORNING NEWS

AREA FOOTBALL LEADERS

RUSHING Att.YardsAvg.TD Anthony Elzy, JFK176201511.426 Alex Allen, Ursuline23816446.912

DANCE-POP QUINTET Scissor Sisters cut loose and wow them in England

Elton John wants the group to open some shows for him. By RICH COPLEY KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "A Musical Christmas Carol." Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera Academy of Musical Theater, Penn

COLUMBIANA CO. Health audit shows findings for recovery

The health board said the audit was political. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

Digital art gives glimpse of new artists' world

Using computers: mandatory. Creating art: excellent. By ASHLEE OWENS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

NCAA GAMBLING Neuheisel cleared

SEATTLE (AP) -- Former Washington coach Rick Neuheisel was cleared of wrongdoing by the NCAA

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Till and Laura Meyn, 108 North Lima Road, Youngstown, boy, Oct. 20.

TRENDS Latin flair inspires many fall fashions

Multicultural influence is seen in this season's luxe ensembles. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

'Silent Hill 4: The Room' travels through two separate worlds

The game alternates between real and nightmarish worlds. By JOHN BREEDEN II SPECIAL TO

MAHONING COUNTY Hunting for votes?

Bush supporters say the Democratic challenger is no friend to hunters. By DAVID SKOLNICK

KRAFT PROPERTY Grant to lead to sewer plant

County officials had been looking at acquiring just the treatment plant. By STEPHEN SIFF

VOTING Ohio is ready for Election Day, official says

Voters should be receiving a flier from the elections board next week. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR

MAHONING COUNTY Sequence indicates when sheriff knew of jail abuse

The sheriff ducked questions about his second in command, an activist says. By PATRICIA MEADE

A recap of findings for recovery made in audit of the Columbiana County Health Department for 2003.

Coaching continuity keeps Eagles flying

Hubbard takes a 7-0 record against Girard Friday night. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

BILLBOARD HITS

TOP GOSPEL ALBUMS 1. "Nothing Without You," Smokie Norful. EMI Gospel. 2. "There Will Be Light,"

NORTHWESTERN PA. Candidate advocates bullet trains

Porter said the projects can be funded by rescinding a tax break given the rich. By HAROLD GWIN

TRUMBULL COUNTY Contracts for filter upgrades cost MVSD less than expected

The contracts totaled $6.46 million for the improvements to the filter system. By SHERRI L.

State Senator Mark Dann pushes legislation giving money for care

WARREN -- State Sen. Marc Dann of Liberty, D-32nd, unveiled legislation Wednesday that would provide

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. (AP) -- A fierce early blizzard caught visitors throughout the

Astros' ace reliever was unhittable but couldn't go 4 innings

The Cardinals jumped on former Pirate Dan Miceli for a 12th-inning rally. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Brad

LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Johnny be good: Damon leads Red Sox to A.L. crown

Boston will play host to Game 1 of the World Series. NEW YORK (AP) -- It was a strange sight

TRUMBULL COUNTY Agency will handle Girard's tax collections

Girard is joining 111 other local governments in outsourcing its tax collections. By TIM YOVICH

AWARD-WINNING RECIPES Fair winners share secrets

For some Valley families, winning ribbons has become a tradition. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR

Halloween Organ Concert

Halloween Organ Concert NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- A Warren native will participate in the annual

Law director tells auditor to pay judge

WARREN -- Law Director Greg Hicks says the city's auditor should reimburse a municipal court judge

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PREP PREVIEWS | This weekend's games

FITCH (8-0, 5-0) vs. CANTON GLENOAK (5-3, 3-2) Game time: 7:30 p.m. Friday at Fawcett Stadium Last

Girard man sentenced to jail for assault on cops

Girard man sentenced to jail for assault on cops GIRARD -- A 37-year-old city man was sentenced to

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENTS Poland defeats Rayen in Div. II

Hubbard and Salem won in straight sets, but Boardman lost in Division I. BOARDMAN -- Dayna

YSU Jewish film series begins 2nd year with 'Promises'

One of the directors of the film will be on hand to answer questions. By MILAN PAURICH

GOVERNMENT Commission seeks plan for Campbell's finances

Reducing police and fire overtime could cut city expenses, the mayor said. By MARALINE KUBIK

WCI STEEL Owner: Plan generous to lenders

WCI's owner expects to turn the business over to his son when he retires. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Phish's 'IT' DVD entertains, but doesn't tell all of story

The band did only one more festival after 'IT' before breaking up. By SCOTT BAUER ASSOCIATED

MAHONING COUNTY Council OKs break for metal fabricator

Council deferred action on an increase in fees charged for police-ordered towing. By ROGER G.

Group keeps promoting message favoring levy

The committee's parade to help promote the levy will be tonight. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR

GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy For raisin arthritis remedy, go with real gin

Q. You have recommended soaking golden raisins in gin for arthritis relief and suggested that cheap

Yankees suffering following playoff collapse with Boston

Now they await the wrath of owner George Steinbrenner. NEW YORK (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez sat in

DIVISION I GOLF Team races are wide open

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Marysville's Carly Truitt shoots for a three-peat, while just about everything else

Election preparations take 2000 battle into account

Both parties are preparing for a close vote count just in case. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR

TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials back cops in arrest of family

The mother has pleaded innocent to the charges. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

WATER McDonald to Girard: Pay bills and sign pact or lose service

The contract between the village and the city expired last year. By ANTHONY M. NICK VINDICATOR

GM to cut 900 workers from Mich. plant

PONTIAC, Mich. (AP) -- General Motors Corp., anticipating slumping demand for two of its most

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox The lies that 'Eileen' told border on paranoia

Dear Annie: My husband has two sisters. "Heather" is very nice, but "Eileen" is another story. She

MLS Crew set to begin playoffs Saturday in New England

Columbus takes an 18-game unbeaten streak into the contest. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Columbus Crew has

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Sooners defense has Cody on loose

The Oklahoma standout has a free hand where to line up. NORMAN, Okla. (AP) -- Oklahoma has a new

HELOISE Make reconnecting entertainment system a snap with a camera

Dear Heloise: Earlier this year, my wife and I agreed to replace the carpet in our TV room. Eager to

BRIDGE

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BROWNS Jeff Garcia finally responds: 'I' ve never looked at T.O. as being an enemy of mine'

BEREA (AP) -- Someday, Jeff Garcia and Terrell Owens may connect again. Someday, the former

"Unfortunately, the country is divided, and this is the legacy of all those years of fighting."

Opinion: "Unfortunately, the country is divided, and this is the legacy of all those years of fighting."

MAHONING COUNTY Commissioners to hire deputy dog warden

Nelson said he's glad to join the department, even if it's not as dog warden. By BOB JACKSON

BIG EAST FOOTBALL West Virginia's Marshall ready for Syracuse

He needs only 44 yards to break Donovan McNabb's rushing mark. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- West

ABC Network OKs unscripted show that will award college education

ZAP2IT.COM Steve Martin and the producers of "The Real World" and "The Cosby Show" are getting

NATION The Children's Place will buy Disney's chain of retail stores

The stores will continue to use the Disney name under a new owner. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Walt

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

'Mean Creek': It's tragic but sweet

Revenge turns tragic in this teen prank film. By GLENN LOVELL KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS The

Neighbors took care of abandoned boy for weeks

Neighbors took care of abandoned boy for weeks ARLINGTON, Texas -- Police have located the mother

MAHONING COUNTY Woman rejects plea deal in 2000 murder case

Three others have already been convicted or pleaded guilty in the case. By BOB JACKSON

PHILADELPHIA Eagles defense helps 5-0 start

Cornerbacks Lito Sheppard and Sheldon Brown are two standouts. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Lito Sheppard

STUDY Traffic jams raise risks for heart attacks

SCRIPPS HOWARD Being stuck in traffic raises the risk of having a heart attack within the hour

LOTTERY RESULTS WEDNESDAY'S DRAWINGS

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-0-1 Pick 4, 9-2-4-8 Rolling Cash 5, 9-30-34-35-39 Super Lotto

WR Davis' toe injury needs cast

BEREA (AP) -- Wide receiver Andre' Davis has a cast on his left foot and may miss Cleveland's game

Artists return with dull material

Lead-off singles show artists may not fare well with new releases. LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY Guess

DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene A way to help, a way to heal

Joe Scarvell of Hubbard agreed to direct Neil Simon's "Brighton Beach Memoirs" because of his

DVD offers a taste of Yeah Yeah Yeahs

The disc includes live performances, music videos and more. By DERRIK J. LANG ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bowling for Soup records 'Gilligan's Island' song

Bowling for Soup records 'Gilligan's Island' song NEW YORK -- Grammy-nominated Bowling for Soup

Heinz Kerry apologizes for comment about first lady

Heinz Kerry tried to contact Laura Bush personally. LOS ANGELES TIMES Teresa Heinz Kerry's

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Health audit shows findings for recovery

The health board said the audit was political. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

HOW HE SEES IT Adding up the 'uh-ohs' in Iraq war

Opinion: By MICHAEL OLESKER BALTIMORE SUN At Fort Bragg last year, on the way to the fighting in Iraq,

REVIEW Independent film 'Silver City' takes jab at president

Stars are eager to sign on to work with filmmaker John Sayles. By JANE SUMNER DALLAS MORNING

Sox make history

Sox make history k JUST THREE OUTS from getting swept in the American League Championship Series

EBAY Company apologizes for glitch in service

EBay says it has its best people fixing the problems with PayPal. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Executives

SOUTH SIDE Civil suit dismissed in shooting case after out-of-court settlement is made

Tommy Williams is serving 18 years to life in prison for killing Michael Booker. YOUNGSTOWN -- A

On the wings of love, a real angel

Marcia Kolovich started collecting angels when she was a child. Glass ones, tall ones, hanging ones,

WEATHERSFIELD Schools: We've cut to bones

If the levy fails, the district will have to borrow money. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR

New album is 'Something'

The band's first release was actually a retooled version of demos. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA

J.R. LABBE Oil-food scandal doesn't help Kerry

Opinion: John Kerry has been so busy on the campaign trail spouting "wrong war, wrong place, wrong time" and

Edmonds forces Game 7 in N.L.

His 12th inning homer led St. Louis to a 6-4 win against the Astros. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- When he

Sweet tweet

Sweet tweet As if a homemade pie wasn't precious enough, here's Pfaltzgraff's 9-inch stoneware pie

Summary of police activity in Canfield City and Austintown:

Summary of police activity in Canfield City and Austintown: CANFIELD Oct. 1 Assault: A 17-

IRAQ Mission refusal costs commander her post in unit

The commander asked for the action to be taken. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The company commander of a

RMI TITANIUM Union asks for probe of deal for RTI chief

The complaint involves the CEO's pension. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER

PREP FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

CITY SERIES Conference All games WLPtsOPWLPtsOP Chaney20671353204163 Wilson1012617106217

Seminar for students looks at state government

Seminar for students looks at state government GREENVILLE, Pa. -- High school students from across

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