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PENN STATE Red-hot Hawkeyes trying to keep focus

Iowa has routed Michigan State and Ohio State in recent weeks. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Iowa has


NEXTEL CUP Chase is turning into a three-man race

Unless they all find major trouble, the other seven can't realistically contend. CHARLOTTE, N.C.


SOUTH SIDE SHOOTING Robber wounds man at Coconut Grove bar

The suspect's coat has a black-and-white dragon on the back. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME


TRUMBULL COUNTY Police chief, official defend cops in arrest of mother, 3 teens

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


Newton Falls needs voters to support levy for schools

Opinion: Newton Falls needs voters to support levy for schools EDITOR: There are a record number of


Buckeyes to recognize undefeated 1944 team at Saturday's game

Two Campbell Memorial High graduates played on the freshmen-lead team. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Public Domain (Felix)3.602.202.20 J B Escalation


Temp to help with voter registrations

The county's registered voters have increased more than 4,000 since April. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


DeBartolo Jr. nominated to 2005 class

The former 49ers owner won five Super Bowls. CANTON -- Former San Francisco 49ers owner Eddie


Board sees Smart Board as teacher demonstrates

The middle school also has the Smart Board technology. By JoANN JONES VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


REGION

REGION Giant Eagle buys building in Boardman BOARDMAN -- Giant Eagle is using an affiliate to


Rayen survives upset bid by Wilson in OT

Charles Coles' extra point kick gave the Tigers a 13-12 victory. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


MISS AMERICA There it goes: Pageant gets cut by ABC

Sinking ratings may have prompted the decision. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) -- ABC has dropped Miss


Actress Close to join cast of 'Shield,' report says

Actress Close to join cast of 'Shield,' report says Looks like Glenn Close has developed a fatal


Computer for police car

Computer for police car LOWELLVILLE -- One of the village's two police cars will soon be equipped


SPORTS Street skaters getting props

New skate park designs incorporate street elements to help skaters and others. KETTERING, Ohio


Revitalization writer to speak at two events

Cities and suburbs are embracing walkable, mixed-use developments. YOUNGSTOWN -- A nationally


Union asks for probe of deal for RTI chief

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


LOTTERY RESULTS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-4-3 Pick 4, 6-8-4-7 Rolling Cash 5, 4-9-11-16-24 Day


MIDDLE EAST Israel won't rule out strike as Iran's nukes spark worry

Compounding the threat is the fact that Iran has a medium-range missile. LOS ANGELES TIMES


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Chad P. Hughes, 28, of 5021 Aravesta Ave. #3, Boardman, and


BIG EAST Marshall leads W. Virginia to 27-6 rout over Syracuse

The quarterback threw for three TDs and rushed for 87 yards. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Syracuse


Sharpton urges local black clergy to support Kerry

The Rev. Mr. Sharpton was to be in West Virginia today. By JULIE A. WAGNER VINDICATOR RELIGION


LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials await ruling on housing authority board

The Ewing Park Bridge demolition was changed to Thursday. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE


COLUMBIANA CO. Health board isn't following law, state audit finds

A critical health department audit may not affect the county sales tax. By D.A. WILKINSON


COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

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'THE LATE LATE SHOW' Kilborn's successor is likely to be 1 of 3 choices

The talk-show host must also be a listen host. By DAVID BIANCULLI NEW YORK DAILY NEWS CBS is


Sign replacements

Sign replacements WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Drivers using Pa. Route 60 can expect short delays


Milton project is on track, officials say

Some residents heard the project money was diverted to the war in Iraq. By BOB JACKSON


Area Red Sox fan awaiting dream

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- When the World Series begins Saturday


ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Subway 500 Martinsville, Va. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 3


Kerry campaign questions Bush's lack of Ohio visits

Bush advisers say the absence was because of a scheduling problem. COMBINED DISPATCHES CLEVELAND


COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW Saturday's games

MOUNT UNION (6-0) vs. OHIO NORTHERN (5-1) Game time: 1:30 p.m., Dial-Robertson Stadium, Ada.


A summary of recent crime activity in Liberty and Girard:

A summary of recent crime activity in Liberty and Girard: LIBERTY Oct. 12 Vandalism: Police


HOLLYWOOD Silver: Switch to GOP hurt my career

A new documentary called 'Fahrenhype 9/11' features the actor. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- For years,


'COMPLETE SAVAGES' Gibson producing television comedy and enjoying it all

The Oscar winner is also directing, and tonight he will play a bit part. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Mel


With its growth rate, YSU leads big schools

YSU leads Ohio's largest universities in recent growth. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION


Sony's quiet sales approach leaves retailers concerned

Some retailers aren't happy with the manufacturer's stores. COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) -- Few people


SPACE TOURISM Safety is a top concern

Some believe the goals of space tourism are being set a little high. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


"We have arrived at a crucial stage of the preparations, and we are trying to overcome a lot of

Opinion: "We have arrived at a crucial stage of the preparations, and we are trying to overcome a lot of


PRELIMINARY LIST | Pro Football Hall of Fame

Nominees in First Year of Eligibility Quarterbacks: Dan Marino, Steve Young Wide Receiver: Michael


Crews to dig tunnel for large sewer pipe

Nearly half the project cost, about $1.8 million, is to dig the tunnel. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY


ST. JOSEPH'S Hospital mourns 2 staffers in crash

The doctor's ex-husband is stationed in Kosovo, hospital officials said. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


MOTORSPORTS ROUNDUP News and notes

Champ Car Series: Sebastien Bourdais will win his first Champ Car title Sunday in Australia by


Adams, Harris among Lakers' area standouts

The team has 13 Youngstown-area players. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF ERIE, Pa. --


China gets short shrift in election campaigns

Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Here is a word that barely appeared in the


Crosstown rivalry reaches 50

Don Bucci had been football coach at Cardinal Mooney for just a few years when he started getting


Bush tries to win crucial votes in visit to Pennsylvania

Bush lost Pennsylvania to Gore in 2000. WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) -- President Bush is unveiling


FINANCE REPORTS | Pre-general campaigns

Pre-general campaign finance reports that cover activity from April 3 to Oct. 13 were filed Thursday


Few are running for office on the cheap

Mahoning County judicial candidates have spent nearly $500,000 so far. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


TOP 10 DRIVERS | In order of point standings

Kurt Busch (No. 97) Points: First, 5,850 (no change) What happened: Everything. Busch wrecked in


YSU FOOTBALL Penguins play three of last four on road

Youngstown State takes its 2-5 record to Illinois State Saturday. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


US AIRWAYS Airline pilots take 18% cut in contract

Union officials recommended the concessions be rejected. ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) -- US Airways pilots


BUDGET TRANSFER Sharon council rebuffs funds for police overtime

Council wants a meeting with ranking police officers to discuss spending. SHARON, Pa. -- City


Ursuline rolls past JFK, 5-3

Badger and Champion both scored shutout victories. WARREN -- Ryan Novotny had a hat trick as the


On "Genius: A Night for Ray Charles" (9 p.m., CBS), celebrities honoring the late singer include

On "Genius: A Night for Ray Charles" (9 p.m., CBS), celebrities honoring the late singer include


Game spun out of control for ex-champs

"We are the champs! We are the champs!" My 6-year-old was chanting at the breakfast table. "Me and


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 21.35 21.37 Avalon Holdings,2.963.05 Clear


MOVIE REVIEW 'Surviving Christmas' or living it down?

You'll get tired of Ben Affleck's buffoonery. By PHILIP WUNTCH DALLAS MORNING NEWS If ever an


CITY SERIES FOOTBALL Rayen survives upset bid by Wilson in OT

Charles Coles' extra point kick gave the Tigers a 13-12 victory. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


OHIO UNIVERSITIES With its growth rate, YSU leads big schools

YSU leads Ohio's largest universities in recent growth. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION


Land of the Rising Sun

Opinion: Baltimore Sun: In the heart of Tokyo, the 135-year-old Shinto shrine originally was built to honor a


On the SidE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. ENOUGH, ALREADY: During this


Penguins play three of last four on road

Youngstown State takes its 2-5 record to Illinois State Saturday. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


MERCER COUNTY Bomb threats are no joke, officials say

A person making a bomb threat could face up to seven years in prison. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


THOMAS SOWELL Here's a scary thought: Kerry has a plan

Opinion: Who said, "if you hold your fire until you see the whites of his eyes, you will never know what hit


OHIO STATE FOOTBALL Zwick still hurt; Smith gets start

Third-stringer Todd Boeckman also will be available. COLUMBUS (AP) -- With Justin Zwick hindered


NICKELODEON In mock election, kids choose Kerry

Since the poll's existence, the kids have never been wrong. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Democrat


Today is Friday, Oct. 22, the 296th day of 2004. There are 70 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, Oct. 22, the 296th day of 2004. There are 70 days left in the year. On this date in


MAHONING VALLEY Opera Western Reserve is created

Operatic forces have gathered to put on a new show. By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Library will renovate for branch

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County expects to advertise for bids


WORLD SERIES Is another Game 7 in the Cards?

The Red Sox will face their National League nemesis for the third time. ASSOCIATED PRESS One


For Trumbull clerk of courts, Karen Infante Allen

Opinion: How did we get to the point that the race for clerk of courts in Trumbull County centers not on how


By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- Nicole Romeo is a very busy 14-year-


Area's best begin quest for Columbus

Salem will try to successfully defend its district titles. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT The Salem


Boardman official: We'll need reserves to cover '04 budget

The township's three departments will have their capital allotments reduced. By JOHN W. GOODWIN


Council hopes to get funds from WRTA

The funding crunch should ease with the 2005 federal allocation. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


Indictments

INDICTMENTS Mahoning County A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday:


Court turns down Clarett appeal

COLUMBUS (AP) -- A federal appeals court has turned down running back Maurice Clarett's request to


Health board isn't following law, state audit finds

A critical health department audit may not affect the county sales tax. By D.A. WILKINSON


Dilapidated house razed

Dilapidated house razed GIRARD -- The city has gotten rid of one of its major residential eyesores


NBC plans to cover Election Night from studio at Rockefeller Center

NEW YORK (AP) -- NBC is turning Rockefeller Center into a giant television studio on Election Night,


PRO GOLF ROUNDUP Lewis fires 10-under-par 62 to take two-shot lead in the Disney Classic

Tom Kite has the first round lead in the Charles Schwab Cup seniors event. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAKE


NEW YORK Stunned Yankees focus on pitching

GM Brian Cashman will try to patch holes in the rotation and the bullpen. NEW YORK (AP) -- Brian


Poland sweeps past Niles in Division II

Dee Muransky paced the Bulldogs past the Red Dragons. BOARDMAN -- Dee Muransky collected seven


GRENADA Survivors of Hurricane Ivan still wait for help

The people are in dire need of materials to rebuild. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ST. GEORGE'S,


A color-coded world

Opinion: By TANYA BARRIENTOS KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Red states. Blue states. The purple pill. Pink


BILLBOARD HITS

TOP VHS SALES 1. "Aladdin [Special Edition]," Walt Disney Home Entertainment. 2. "Barbie as the


Tori Spelling signs on for NBC sitcom

ZAP2IT.COM Former "Beverly Hills, 90210" star and Hollywood kid Tori Spelling will poke fun at


DOWNTOWN DISTRICT Sharon to seek funds for revitalization

The city is using projects at PSU Shenango as the local match for state funds. By HAROLD GWIN


Palestinians retaliate after Israelis kill Hamas leader

Palestinians retaliate after Israelis kill Hamas leader GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip -- Defiant


White House chief of staff defends Bush's decisions

The president doesn't get to make 'easy decisions,' his chief of staff says. By DAVID SKOLNICK


FIRSTENERGY Third-quarter earnings nearly double for utility

FirstEnergy says it is cooperating with an inquiry by the SEC. AKRON (AP) -- FirstEnergy Corp.,


BROWNS Henry gets call against Owens

The low-key DB downplayed his matchup with the Eagles wideout. BEREA (AP) -- No Sharpies. No


Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject


Detective: Mayor can't close bureau

Only the police chief can assign police officers. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Company to produce additional flu vaccine

WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- The Gaithersburg, Md.-based biotech company MedImmune Inc. will


LEADERS

BOYS 1. Andy Arnio (Maplewood)15:57 2. Colin Durina (Mooney 15:59 3. Jim Ramson (Poland)16:03 4.


Moving on: Cards bottle the Rocket

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Jim Edmonds made a circus catch. Jeff Suppan outpitched the Rocket. Albert Pujols


Kerry's goose-hunting trip is for the birds

Opinion: It wouldn't be an overstatement to say John Kerry's goose hunting trip to the Mahoning Valley was a


On the road again: 'Nashville Star' to seek talent for its third season

ZAP2IT.COM The USA Network will have folks crying into their beers again next year with a third


IRAQ Marines fire back at rebels

Fallujah's leaders want the Iraqi government to order a halt to U.S. attacks. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)


Pastor says mission is running low on food

Each meal draws about 50 people with more diners toward month's end. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


GOOGLE 1st post-IPO profit bolsters lofty share price

Google's stock price has increased from $85 to more than $150. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Google Inc.


LINEUPS | YSU vs. Illinois State

YOUNGSTOWN STATE OFFENSE RT -- (68) PAT WALKER (6-5, 300, Soph.); (65) Joe DeBee (6-4, 280, Soph.)


Board votes 5-0 to place levy on ballot

The superintendent said the levy needs the support of all board members. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


Networks join forces, open health center

SHARON, Pa. -- Primary Health Network and Sharon Regional Health System have joined forces to open


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