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PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS GOLF MOONEY 150, FITCH 166 at Mill Creek Mooney -- Nick Stubler 35, Dom Daltorio 37, Joe
"We've had calls from folks saying, 'The water is rising, can you come get me?' Unfortunately we
Opinion: "We've had calls from folks saying, 'The water is rising, can you come get me?' Unfortunately we
LOTTERY RESULTS
OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-9-3 Pick 4, 5-3-3-5 Buckeye 5, 10-12-27-28-35 Day drawings:
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XLicensed Practical Nurse Association, Division 3, of Mahoning and Trumbull Counties
CONTRACT TALKS City hires lawyer for arbitration
The two unions notified the city of their intent to seek arbitration, officials said. By HAROLD
PENNSYLVANIA Hermitage commissioners oppose city consolidation
Officials don't believe the move would be in the city's best interest. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
COURT OF APPEALS Professor files suit to get records
The information is public record according to constitutions, the lawsuit said. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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STATE SLOGAN In Pa., they're making a new play for independence
Pennsylvania is now officially known as 'The State of Independence.' By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Official says Valley needs storm water control plan
Flood warnings were issued Friday for the Mahoning and Ohio rivers. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
JACKSON-MILTON Board unveils school blueprints
NORTH JACKSON -- Some area residents got a glimpse Thursday night of what a new Jackson-Milton
PREP SOCCER Mooney, Ursuline capture SVC victories
Colleen Moran scored two goals for Poland in a win over West Branch. WARREN -- Cardinal Mooney
LAWRENCE COUNTY Sheriff seeks solution to budget problems
Commissioners' attempt to cut a deputy position was foiled by a technicality. By LAURE CIOFFI
WHEELING-PITT Company plans to offer 3.65 million stock shares
Wheeling-Pitt plans to pay down its debt with the proceeds from the sale. WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) --
NOMINEES | American Music Awards
The nominees for the 2004 American Music Awards: POP/ROCK Male Artist: Josh Groban, Lenny
INDIANS Slumping Sabathia looks for answers
The Tribe's ace struggled again in a 6-4 loss to Detroit. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Slumping in his
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RESORTS Atlantic City unions march on boardwalk
Casino workers have been without a contract since Tuesday. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Waving
MISS AMERICA Beagle remains cool, confident moving through preliminaries
This year, the finals will be condensed to two hours. By LAURA FARR VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
FATAL OHIO FIRE Search for the arsonist gears up after deaths of 10 in Columbus
The victims were immigrants who shared an apartment. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Relatives of 10 immigrants
HELOISE Reader shares suggestions for other moms
Dear Heloise: I would like to contribute two ideas that I think the moms out there would appreciate.
WEST VIRGINIA Pair of punt returners could make difference
Maryland has beaten the Mountaineers four straight times, including three routs. MORGANTOWN, W.Va.
AWARDS SHOW Usher, Kanye West dominate AMA nominations
Two categories include all of last year's nominees. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- R & amp;B casanova
What will it take for Kerry to win Ohio?
Local Democrats expect a Kerry comeback in Ohio. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
RIBBON TRIM Girly look in home accents tied to fashion
Designers find ribbons have a lot to offer in terms of visual interest. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
'Survivor' contestant was once in Playboy
'Survivor' contestant was once in Playboy Here's a shocker: A "Survivor" contestant once appeared
Hurricane Ivan sparks blood emergency
Hurricane Ivan is contributing to a blood emergency in Northeast Ohio, according to officials of the
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Wild hormones are probably causing her dreams
Dear Annie: I am six months pregnant. For the last several weeks, I've been having vivid dreams that
NOTRE DAME Fighting Irish put focus on stuffing MSU runners
The Irish defense is ranked sixth in the nation against the run. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) --
YSU FOOTBALL Penguins face big challenge from motivated McNeese St.
The Cowboys are coming off their worst home loss to a I-AA opponent in history. VINDICATOR STAFF
ASSAULT WEAPONS Sales see little change after federal ban expires
One store owner isn't concerned about putting more weapons on the street. SCRIPPS HOWARD
2004 survey finds seat-belt use at record-high for U.S. motorists
SEATTLE (AP) -- Seat-belt use among American motorists continues to rise, with a record 80 percent
Rain has Columbiana agency on guard
A new restoration method quickly dried Salem's library. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
THE DRIVERS | Chase for the Champion
A glance at the 10 drivers competing in NASCAR's Chase for the Nextel Cup, in order of points
Rich Center plans for regional forum at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Rich Center for the Study and Treatment of Autism announced that the Ohio Autism
HOOBASTANK Band focuses on music
For some band members, fashion is a favorite topic. NEW YORK (AP) -- The guys of Hoobastank are
CBS Web site allows series fans to interact with 'Survivors'
Richard Hatch, the first 'Survivor' winner, will be a co-host. ZAP2IT.COM Following in the
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Arthur A. West, legal age, 457 Idora Ave., Youngstown, and
'THE WIRE' Writer is fascinated by cops and crimes
David Simon started out as a police reporter in Baltimore. PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER "Charm City"
DRUG CASE Attorney says ex-teacher can't be tried in 2 states
Prosecutors say the charges are different in each state. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
ACNE There are bumps in the road to adulthood
There are things you can do to treat acne. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS If you're a teen, chances
Guard your contact information. Don't give people you don't know your cell phone number, instant
Guard your contact information. Don't give people you don't know your cell phone number, instant
POP STAR Simpson's role in 'Dukes' thrills husband Lachey
Nick Lachey said he watched every episode of 'The Dukes of Hazzard.' BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP)
Officials from FEMA to tour area
Two streets in Cortland were hardest hit. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
Bell to play teen detective in role that started as male
The main character is definitely no Nancy Drew. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- When Rob Thomas, creator and
DOWNTOWN CIVIC CENTER Youngstown overcomes obstacle in arena bids
A company agreed to accept only the paving and demolition contracts. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
Long NHL lockout expected; many head home
ASSOCIATED PRESS NHL players began scattering across the globe Thursday in search of work on Day 1
MAHONING COUNTY Inmate escapes from jail
YOUNGSTOWN -- Law enforcement authorities are searching for an 18-year-old inmate of the Mahoning
CAPITAL PUNISHMENT Does lethal injection violate law?
Some argue that we don't know if the prisoner feels pain in the procedure. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) --
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PA. Judge's ruling allows entities to levy property taxes on cell phone towers
The judge ruled the towers are basically permanent structures. CARLISLE, Pa. (AP) -- In a ruling
COLLEGE FOOTBALL After athletic overhaul at Pitt, Pederson shakes up Nebraska
The former Pitt AD has wasted no time changing things in his new home. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- No
PENNSYLVANIA Court upholds testimony changes
The revisions don't discriminate against those accused of child abuse, judges say. HARRISBURG (AP)
U.S. says Saddam left hints of WMDs
A bomber killed at least five people in Baghdad. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Fallen Iraqi President Saddam
Failure to vote puts power into the hands of others
Opinion: Failure to vote puts power into the hands of others EDITOR: Politics can be a turnoff. It often
DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS City takes action against 72 water customers
Water service was terminated to 18 customers in four days. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
AFGHANISTAN Rocket hits near president
Officials questioned whether it was an assassination attempt. CHICAGO TRIBUNE KABUL, Afghanistan
KOBE BRYANT Leaked transcript published
It was the latest in a series of mistakes by the courthouse staff. DENVER (AP) -- In his interview
CROSS COUNTRY Durina, Mooney looking for repeat
Lordstown boys and LaBrae girls will defend titles at the Lordstown Invitational. NILES -- Nine
DAVID SKOLNICK | Politics Hamilton Co. scandal spices up Ohio races
Opinion: It's amazing what kind of impact a sex scandal in the Hamilton County prosecutor's office can have
'American Jobs' screening
'American Jobs' screening NILES -- A free public film screening, followed by a discussion of
AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 5, Rangers 4 OAKLAND, Calif. -- Texas' Kenny Rogers lost at the
DE LA HOYA-HOPKINS Boxers take different paths to the top
The two fighters will meet Saturday for the undisputed middleweight title. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Oscar
COMPARISON | YSU vs. McNeese State
YSUMcNeese Overall Record1-11-1 Points Per Game25.526.0 Points Allowed17.534.0 Total
Make Peace, get sore
A lot of people say running is a spiritual experience and I think I agree. For instance, as I was
STEELERS
But the veteran running back will have a tough test against Baltimore. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- He's
WEATHER Fla. takes hard hit from Ivan
The storm-weary state may be in the path of Tropical Storm Jeanne. PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) --
BASEBALL LEADERS
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. ISuzuki Sea14563290233.369 Mora Bal12248199165.343
BY THE NUMBERS
BY THE NUMBERS Each year Miss America spends countless hours on the road, traveling from city to
MVSD Filtration project gets lots of bids
Bids for the work came in from 16 companies. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
PENN STATE RB Haynes worries Nittany Lions in matchup with Central Florida
Coach Joe Paterno wants his team to cut down on turnovers. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- For a year
AFRICA U.S. soldiers teach Chad, other nations to fight terrorists
Al-Qaida operates here, and the continent's oil industry is expanding. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
FUTURES Crude oil prices rise; Ivan's effects being assessed
Crews are returning to oil rigs that were evacuated as the hurricane approached. WASHINGTON (AP)
COMING UP Movies on video
Following is a partial schedule of upcoming movies on video. Release dates are subject to change.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
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LAWRENCE COUNTY Trees give way in creek landslide
The hillside was saturated by recent rains. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW
ENGLAND Christine McVie returns to music
The singer isn't going back to Fleetwood Mac, but instead has a solo album. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
Longaberger Co. lays off 215 more workers
NEWARK, Ohio (AP) -- The Longaberger Co. laid off 215 salaried and administrative workers in the
PREVIEW | Saturday's games
MOUNT UNION (1-0) vs. JOHN CARROLL (0-0) When: 7 p.m. Where: Mount Union Stadium, Alliance.
AT A GLANCE | Chase for the Champion
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- NASCAR implemented a new system for crowning its Nextel Cup series champion after
ROUNDUP News and notes
Double days may be over: The days of doing double duty for the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola
IRAQ Deaths, chaos counter Bush
Campaign rival Sen. John F. Kerry says Bush tries to hide the truth from Americans. LOS ANGELES
OSU FOOTBALL Tressel's Buckeyes labeled 'Luckeyes'
North Carolina State experienced Ohio State's magic firsthand last season. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) --
MOVIE REVIEW Main character's story is full of hot air
Despite a nationwide search, no one in town recognizes the new resident. BALTIMORE SUN Like the
SCHOOL Cyberbullies lead new era of torment
Kids have figured out how to bully using the latest technology. By AMAN BATHEJA KNIGHT RIDDER
ON THE SIDE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. GOP SLATE: Ohio Treasurer
Soggy day doesn't dampen enthusiasm
The show runs through Sunday in Perkins Park. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
PREP VOLLEYBALL The Rayen School outlasts Chaney in 5 sets
Ursuline gained a SVC victory over Warren Harding. YOUNGSTOWN -- Myesha Carlock had nine points
OHIO WORKERS Edwards extends party's support
Kerry expressed his commitment to the workers in a letter. PIKETON, Ohio (AP) -- Workers from a
As storms continue, the toll and the tension mount
Opinion: The third storm to hit the United States has been the most deadly. Hurricane Ivan killed 70 people
NFC WEST Erickson: Offensive errors cost Niners a chance to win opener
San Francisco battled back from a 14-0 deficit. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT SANTA CLARA, Ca. --
TRUMBULL COUNTY 911 director recommends refusing Liberty
The director cited costs among other concerns. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
EDUCATION Austintown schools chief to retire
Some board members want to conduct a statewide search for a replacement. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
HOW HE SEES IT We're indebting ourselves to death
Opinion: By ROBERT WHITCOMB PROVIDENCE JOURNAL Like alcoholics who think they can take just one drink,
MAHONING COUNTY MRDD, MEADD talks stall after eight hours
The major topic of discussion was health insurance. AUSTINTOWN -- Mahoning County Board of Mental
LINEUPS | YSU vs. McNeese State
YOUNGSTOWN STATE OFFENSE RT -- (68) PAT WALKER (6-5, 300, Soph.); (64) Matt Kishman (6-3, 273,
REGAL AUSTINTOWN PLAZA 10, 6020 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, (330) 793-7050.
REGAL AUSTINTOWN PLAZA 10, 6020 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, (330) 793-7050. Cellular, (PG-13),
TRUMBULL COUNTY Report: City jail is below standard
Hubbard's jail needs a fire alarm system, a state inspection found. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY Man pleads guilty to stabbing
Prosecutors are recommending an eight-year prison sentence. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
NEXTEL CUP
NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 22 --
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Pilates buff helps fashion healthy lives
Kara Thomas is a unique woman. Her intensity for whatever project is at hand gives her the look
THOMAS SOWELL Educating about 'price gouging'
Opinion: In the wake of the hurricanes in Florida, the state's attorney general has received thousands of
& lt;B & gt;GAMBLE & lt;/B & gt;, Janet F., 71, of Warren; calling
& lt;B & gt;GAMBLE & lt;/B & gt;, Janet F., 71, of Warren; calling hours Sunday from
Sound equipment missing
Sound equipment missing STRUTHERS -- Police are investigating the disappearance of a sound-mixing
YOUNGSTOWN Spending and contracts
The city's board of control approved these items Thursday: Severance pay of $9,495 for David Bole
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Sylvania 300 Loudon, N.H. Schedule: Today, qualifying (TNT, 3 p.m.); Sunday,
DALE MCFEATTERS Will Congress tackle the NCAA?
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- I think millions will stand with me when I say that it's my right as an American to
PURCHASING PROBE Supply salesman makes 2nd payment to county
The defendant has paid back $60,000 so far. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
FDA should order disclosure of risks with antidepressants
Opinion: Miami Herald: The Food and Drug Administration should follow a panel's recommendation to warn
Today is Friday, Sept. 17, the 261st day of 2004. There are 105 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Friday, Sept. 17, the 261st day of 2004. There are 105 days left in the year. On this date
NEXTEL CUP Love it or hate it, the chase begins now
Jeff Gordon, one of the format's critics, is the early favorite to win it. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --
MOVIE REVIEW 'We Don't Live Here Anymore': gloomy drama
The plot and performances help viewers identify with characters. By PHIL VILLARREAL ARIZONA
Arrested in sex assault
Arrested in sex assault SHARON, Pa. -- Police arrested a Dwyer Way man accused of sexually
CENTRAL OHIO Girl, 14, missing 9 years, to live with mom for now
A hearing will determine which parent will get custody of the child. NEWARK, Ohio (AP) -- A 14-
MISS AMERICA Ivan rains on parade but doesn't dampen spirits
Miss Ohio can't wait for tonight's Miss America final & eacute; televised on ABC. By LAURA
Bush campaign questions Kerry's health-care plans
The president said his own plan is more practical and affordable. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
RESEARCH INDUSTRY With new pseudo urine, p stands for promising
Researchers are hoping for fake urine that acts like the real thing. LENEXA, Kan. (AP) --
Putin threatens preventive action against terrorists
Putin threatens preventive action against terrorists MOSCOW -- President Vladimir Putin said today
US AIRWAYS Layoffs still are a possibility, senior exec says
One union has been summoned to the CEO's office as airline looks for cuts. KNIGHT RIDDER
IRAN U.S., Europe OK draft on nuke program
Iran denies it wants to enrich uranium for use in nuclear warheads. VIENNA, Austria (AP) -- U.S.