News for September 21, 2004

OHIO PREP FOOTBALL POLL

COLUMBUS -- How a state panel of sports writers and broadcasters rates Ohio high school football

Haitian residents struggle to come to grips with tragedy

The island nation is especially prone to flooding because of deforestation. GONAIVES, Haiti (AP)

Maroth finds a way to beat Indians again

The Tigers' pitcher improved to 3-0 this season over the Tribe in a 3-1 win. COMBINED DISPATCHES

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Court forbids county loan

The court ruled the commissioners have no legal authority to make the loan. By HAROLD GWIN

BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Suzan Seem and Richard Alan Fox, 1498 Blunt St., Mineral Ridge, boy, Sept. 15.

TRUMBULL COUNTY Girard's police chief receives Bronze Star

The police chief served in Gen. George Patton's 3rd Army. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

HOW THEY FARED YSU opponents

Slippery Rock (2-2) beat Fairmont State 49-14; Next at Lock Haven Saturday. Florida International

Councilman pushes legislation to help prevent flooding in city

One lawmaker suggested a lottery system to determine city areas to address first. By DENISE DICK

HELOISE Carry identification cards for hospital admission

Dear Heloise: I work in our local hospital in registration. Many people come to the hospital without

Mooney, Ridge, Poland winners

Lordstown beat Maplewood to raise its record to 9-0. YOUNGSTOWN -- Taylor Pancoe collected 29

GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA Judge: Government must justify detentions

The judge's order was the first sign of movement in the case in three months. WASHINGTON POST

Running scared, cracking down

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- A group of Western scholars, in Moscow for a conference on Russia's future, had a

REGULATIONS Commission supports plan to change zoning

The commission also is supporting a city bid for a planned technical park. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The

Transplant Games

Transplant Games k A POLAND man who received a kidney transplant is not only healthy but is headed

REUNIONS

X4-H Camp Whitewood Alumni will hold its seventh annual reunion dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 9.

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CRIME Lack of money dooms juvenile program

The program was believed to be the first of its kind in Ohio. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF

Document says informant had part in cartel slayings

Document says informant had part in cartel slayings EL PASO, Texas -- A paid informant for the

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FLOOD DAMAGE Assistance

Under President Bush's major disaster declaration issued for Ohio, some of the assistance for which

Blazek sparks 'Flashes' 5-0 win

Nate Blazek had two goals for No. 3-ranked Champion against Liberty. LIBERTY -- Nate Blazek had

Browns' injury list is surging

Kellen Winslow Jr. has a broken leg and Courtney Brown has a torn ligament. BEREA (AP) -- Kellen

YOUNGSTOWN STATE Linebacker Hutchinson excelled

The Penguins defenders created three turnovers that led to touchdowns. By PETE MOLLICA

AROUND THE HORN Monday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 9, Red Sox 6 BOSTON -- B.J. Surhoff hit a grand slam, and Baltimore

LAKEVIEW SCHOOLS Board sheds light on 2 levies

Cuts in busing and after-school programs will come if the levies fail. By MARY POFF VINDICATOR

Michelle Long, Steven Wendland to wed Oct. 16

XCOLUMBUS -- Announcement is being made of the engagement of Michelle Suzanne Long and Steven Karl

Suit over ID requirement hits snag

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The Justice Department refuses to confirm or deny whether federal rules exist

COMMON WEALTH INC. Nonprofit agency puts millions into housing

By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Some $40 million in new investment to

Some troops oppose Bush

Long deployments overseas are producing support for John Kerry. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Inside

BOXING Big bouts spell doom for Oscar De La Hoya

Bernard Hopkins knocked him out in Saturday's middleweight title fight. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 21, the 265th day of 2004. There are 101 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Sept. 21, the 265th day of 2004. There are 101 days left in the year. On this date

Russians paid the price for taking a Kerry-like approach in fight against terrorism

Opinion: Russians paid the price for taking a Kerry-like approach in fight against terrorism EDITOR:

'My little soldier boy'

Sitting in the small Akron airport, waiting for a plane to arrive, I saw a large entourage waiting

Valley must do all it can to secure air base's future

Opinion: Creation of an airport zoning district in Vienna Township to regulate construction around the

Maddox's torn ligament will take 6 weeks to heal

Ben Roethlisberger will likely start Sunday's game in Miami. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh

GAY MARRIAGE BAN Judge dismisses protest of ballot issue

Similar protests were filed throughout the state. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Car bomb injures 4 American soldiers

BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A car bomb exploded on Baghdad's airport road today as a U.S. military convoy

Bond set for suspect in execution-style killings

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Bond was set at $3 million Monday for a man charged in the execution-style killings

Military officials probe death of Afghan recruit

Afghan prosecutors had recommended a murder case against U.S. soldiers. LOS ANGELES TIMES

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Barn houses growing IT company

This barn has no cows but plenty of data lines. TROY, Ohio (AP) -- A high-tech computer-products

Government: Monster in our midst

Opinion: By CLINT BOLICK HOOVER INSTITUTION Bill Clinton famously proclaimed that "the era of big

MAHONING VALLEY Group plans town meeting on local malpractice crisis

The meeting is open to doctors, community leaders and local media. YOUNGSTOWN -- Ann Womer

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Court upholds ruling in 'Santa Claus' suit

Court upholds ruling in 'Santa Claus' suit WARREN -- A city police officer did not act improperly

LAWRENCE COUNTY Treasurer employees to testify to grand jury

The treasurer says he was not told his employees had been called to testify. By LAURE CIOFFI

Female cleared in plot to kill player's agent

Katie Wolfmeyer was accused of helping Mike Danton hire a hit man. EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (AP) -- A

In Hubbard, officials focus on storm debris

The mayor says he's been trying to contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. By TIM YOVICH

Gordon issues apology for causing an accident

He intentionally caused an accident that affected three other drivers. WELCOME, N.C. (AP) -- Robby

Gimenez, Reyes, Butia chosen all-stars; Hlebovy is top reliever

NILES -- Three members of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers were selected to the New York-Penn League

FLOODING Council hears residents

Runoff from about 5,370 acres of county land drains into Walnut Creek. By STEPHEN SIFF

"January next, I think, is going to be a major blow to terrorists and insurgents. We are adamant

Opinion: "January next, I think, is going to be a major blow to terrorists and insurgents. We are adamant

WILMINGTON AREA SCHOOLS Pupils from other districts won't be accepted

Tight classroom space is one reason for the decision. By LAURA MILOSER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

POLICE CALLS

Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Sept. 14 Drug

Free agency looms for Omar Vizquel

The shortstop has expressed interest in remaining in Cleveland. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Omar Vizquel's

Liberals losing the baby contest

Opinion: BOSTON -- Just think of all the time we wasted worrying about the culture gap, the religious gap,

Spouses of soldiers recruited

The government hopes the retailer's program will keep people in the military. ATLANTA (AP) -- The

Laurie Keith, Matthew Masters to wed Oct. 23

XCORTLAND -- Sandra Keith of 120 Beechwood Drive is announcing the engagement of her daughter,

WEST BRANCH SCHOOLS Board learns that district faces deficit in next 5 years

The district needs to pass a tax levy to stay in the black, the treasurer says. By JOANN JONES

Government's case against tobacco goes to trial

Federal lawyers say the cigarette industry conspired to deceive the public. WASHINGTON (AP) --

Miss Greenslade, Jonathan Merrill set wedding date

XGIRARD -- Russell and Sue Greenslade, 232 E. Broadway Ave., are announcing the engagement of their

Dorsey may be starter even when Rattay returns

Quarterback Ken Dorsey was impressive as a fill-in for injured Tom Rattay. SANTA CLARA, Calif.

COSMETICS Hints on how to apply new line of makeup

Producer of cosmetics share tips on wearing makeup. NEW YORK (AP) -- Women like playing with

MAHONING VALLEY FLOODING Report targets Poland library

Floodwaters undermined the retaining wall, consultants say. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR

Chavez moves ahead with dictatorship

Opinion: Writing from Vene-zuela last month, I suggested that leftist populist President Hugo Chavez would

Pentagon predicts local control soon

The government official disputed some of Sen. John Kerry's criticism. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON

With no talks set, games are canceled

Teams have permission to release arena dates 30 days in advance. ASSOCIATED PRESS The Pittsburgh

BASEBALL Twins, Cards have parties

The Twins and Cardinals clinched divisional championships. ASSOCIATED PRESS Brad Radke stood in

Martha's pitiable RSVP

Opinion: New York Daily News: Martha Stewart, still in a cocoon of privilege, held a pity-party press

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION Kerry spoofs Bush plan on Letterman's show

His stint on the show wasn't all jokes. NEW YORK (AP) -- Democrat John Kerry joked Monday on "The

Miss Polon to wed David Donikowski in Erie church

XHUBBARD -- Joseph and Patti Polon, 3361 Shadyside Drive, announce the engagement of their daughter,

Slain hostage's family prays for 2 still held

Abu Musab al-Zarqawi's group threatens to kill another hostage in 24 hours. HILLSDALE, Mich. (AP)

OHIO STATE Three have role in FGs

Forcing turnovers and good field position result in points for the Buckeyes. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) --

Maradona arrives to start treatment

The former soccer star could be returned to Argentina. HAVANA (AP) -- Diego Maradona returned to

U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE MOST WANTED

U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE MOST WANTED Donald L. Tucker The U.S. Marshals Service Northern Ohio

Panel will probe Bush-Guard story

Anchor Dan Rather apologized for the reporting. NEW YORK (AP) -- Within the next few days, CBS

NURSING HOME Court forbids county loan

The court ruled the commissioners have no legal authority to make the loan. By HAROLD GWIN

Rice cools down after tantrum over receptions streak

Sunday's game was the wide receiver's first without a catch since 1985. ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) --

Activists plan protest

Activists plan protest WARREN -- Anti-abortion activists are planning the 13th annual Life Chain

HAND-HELD GAMING Nintendo gains upper hand as Sony plays waiting game

With Game Boy, Nintendo has dominated the genre. LOS ANGELES TIMES Seeking to head off a

REGION

REGION Business Showcase set at Mr. Anthony's BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber

In annual speech, Bush defends Iraq invasion

The president argues that the world is a better place because of his policies. NEW YORK (AP) --

SHENANGO TOWNSHIP Businessman Winner considers pursuing slot machine license

SHARON, Pa. -- Businessman James E. Winner Jr. said he could have an interest in securing one of the

McNabb powers Eagles win

Mistakes cost the Vikings dearly in a 27-16 defeat in Philadelphia. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Donovan

PLAYERS OF THE WEEK | YSU football

Hill Barth & amp; King Offensive Player of the Game: Ryan Jewell, Jr. center (Warren) Hill

NFL ROUNDUP News and notes

Dolphins: The passing game is practically nonexistent and the running game is even worse. An 0-2

By MARALINE KUBIK

By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND -- Nick Carson won a gold medal at the Olympic-

Macker-Kerns wedding date to be Oct. 23

XIllona Martin of Girard and Bruce Macker of Cortland are announcing the engagement of their

Leader says Iran won't stop nuclear program

The United States wants the issue referred to the U.N. Security Council. TEHRAN, Iran (AP) --

'Hank' has been opening the door to danger

Dear Annie: For the third time in 12 years, my husband has opened the door to a complete stranger

Federal aid declaration confuses county officials

Trumbull County EMA has received 394 reports of storm-related flooding. By D.A. WILKINSON and

UNITED NATIONS In annual speech, Bush defends Iraq invasion

The president argues that the world is a better place because of his policies. NEW YORK (AP) --

Debates rescheduled

Debates rescheduled SHARON, Pa. -- The debates between U.S. Rep. Phil English and his challenger

Hair-care service offered to mission clients

YOUNGSTOWN -- Men, women and children serviced by Mahoning Valley Mission will receive haircuts and

MAHONING COUNTY Sen. John Edwards' wife to speak about health issues at local center

YOUNGSTOWN -- Elizabeth Edwards, wife of U.S. Sen. John Edwards, the Democratic vice presidential

Microsoft gave Gates a pay rise

REDMOND, Wash. (AP) -- The world's richest man got a raise last year. Microsoft Corp.'s chairman

Ivan causes an 'extreme coast change'

Experts are comparing this weekend's photos with ones from 2001. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE An

COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James T. Tyson, 35, of Youngstown, and Angela J. Sims, 43, of

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