News for September 29, 2004

HELOISE Once they're cut, avocados don't really store well

Dear Heloise: I wonder if you have any helpful hints for me on how to store an avocado after only

NFC WEST 49ers-Rams notes

Slow start: The 49ers are looking to avoid their first 0-4 start since 1979, the first year Bill

Immigration crackdown

Immigration crackdown MERCER, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police continue their crackdown on illegal

MEDICAL SCHOOL NEOUCOM says several factors led to staff cuts

Faculty positions are not affected. ROOTSTOWN -- The Northeastern Ohio Universities College of

NATION

NATION Job cuts at Motorola CHICAGO -- Motorola Inc. will eliminate 1,000 jobs and take a charge

MAHONING COUNTY Judge berates sheriff over inmate delay

A misdemeanor court got its inmates before the felony court did. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS

DIVISION I Region 1 1. Lakewood St. Edward(5-0)13.0500 2. North Olmsted(5-0)12.2000 3.

BIG 12 CONFERENCE Colorado mimics Missouri's Smith to prep for game

Colorado is using Charlie Sherman III to emulate Missouri's Brad Smith. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS

LEAGUE LEADERS

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Block party scheduled

Block party scheduled YOUNGSTOWN -- The North Side Citizens' Coalition will have its annual block

AWARDS

AWARDS Youth Theater The following actors and technical crew members from the last two seasons

TAX EVASION CASE Colucci faces jail time, says attorney

Former clients can apply to a victims' fund in Columbus. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME

YSU FOOTBALL Sidelined Marcum roots from sidelines

The linebacker and co-captain underwent surgery for a torn pectoral muscle. By PETE MOLLICA

"I'm sure some of the best zingers he's given have been (written) out there with a fishing pole in

Opinion: "I'm sure some of the best zingers he's given have been (written) out there with a fishing pole in

SCHOOL Group seeks to amend district's grading policy

The committee's recommendations should be ready by early 2005. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeff D. Phillips, 30, of 85 Harvey St., Struthers, and Daniele

MVSD Planned upgrades get OK from OEPA

Directors will learn more about the loan process this afternoon. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

Well-dressed wine

Well-dressed wine Wine bottles go glam with elegant, Chinese-patterned bags in vivid colors (red,

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 29, the 273rd day of 2004. There are 93 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Sept. 29, the 273rd day of 2004. There are 93 days left in the year. On this

USS COLE 2 men receive death sentences for bombing

Seventeen U.S. sailors were killed in the attack. SAN'A, Yemen (AP) -- A Yemeni judge sentenced

Steelers' fan wants more TV

Like most Pittsburgh Steelers fans in Mahoning County, David Mullane of Boardman gets frustrated

CONSUMERS More choices beef up the market competition

Beef is more expensive depending on the grade. By ED MURRIETA SCRIPPS HOWARD It's what's for

A summary of recent crime activity in Boardman Township:

A summary of recent crime activity in Boardman Township: Sept. 21 Arrest: A 20-year-old

OHIO ELECTIONS Nader campaign vows fight to remain on ballot

Democrats blame Nader for Gore's 2000 loss in Florida. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ralph Nader's campaign

WASHINGTON Baseball is returning to the nation's capital

The District of Columbia will become the new home of the Montreal Expos. WASHINGTON (AP) --

OHIO SUPREME COURT Ruling overturns order that man not procreate

The man has seven children by five women and failed to pay child support. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The

SMOKY HOLLOW Development group hires a consultant

Wick Neighbors has raised about $300,000 to start making its plans a reality. By ROGER G. SMITH

LAWRENCE COUNTY Union weighs strike deadline of Election Day

By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County workers are

MEETING Warren council to review five-year plan for parks

The citizens' group spent about a year developing the plan. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

JUVENILE PROGRAM Some residents reject plans for group home

Residents said they don't want another group home in the neighborhood. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

KANSAS CITY Indians deal Royals 100th loss of season

Kansas City has scored only one run in each of the last four games. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- In

U.S. and Iraqi forces clash with insurgents

At least 18 foreigners are still being held hostage in Iraq. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. and Iraqi

GEORGE JUNIOR Justice drops charges against school counselor

The judge believes it is a civil court matter. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Criminal charges against a

Gusto of good gumbo meets rice in salad

By DONNA PIERCE CHICAGO TRIBUNE This savory rice salad based on gumbo ingredients makes a

ACQUISITIONS RTI International agrees to buy Canadian company

WEATHERSFIELD -- RTI International Metals has signed an agreement to acquire Claro Precision Inc. of

Film to focus on death of amateur bear expert

Film to focus on death of amateur bear expert SILVER SPRING, Md. -- The Discovery Channel's

HOW HE SEES IT Angry left, right crowding out middle

Opinion: By WILLIAM McKENZIE DALLAS MORNING NEWS Maybe it happens this way in most elections. But it

OHIO Cardinal Health plans to cut jobs

Ohio's largest company considers exiting some businesses. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Cardinal Health Inc.

EASTWOOD EXPO Show offers glimpse of exotic cats

NILES -- The Cat Fanciers' Association Great Lakes Region is sponsoring the Great Lakes Regional Cat

X PRIZE Private spaceship vies for $10M purse

To win the big prize, the spacecraft must duplicate the trip within 14 days. MOJAVE, Calif. (AP)

Bridge to the future to brighten economy

By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CAMPBELL -- The bridge that could help rebuild the

BIG TEN FOOTBALL Ohio St. hoping Ross has success

The Buckeyes have to improve their ground attack to remain undefeated. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Even

Girl killed, 2 women hurt in day-care shooting

Girl killed, 2 women hurt in day-care shooting DETROIT -- A man opened fire at an in-home day-

VOLLEYBALL Evans propels Fitch past GlenOak

Kara and Danielle Pecchia helped Youngstown Christian to victory. AUSTINTOWN -- Jessica Evans had

SAN FRANCISCO 49ers, Rams need victory Sunday to keep hopes alive

The NFC West showdown loser will have a hard time catching the Seahawks. By TOM WILLIAMS

FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to

ON TOUR | This week's golf events

WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS American Express Championship Thomastown, Ireland. Schedule: Thursday-

Pants rise to level of the natural waist

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS It seems a radical idea after years of hip-hugging, navel-baring pants

HOW HE SEES IT Press 'fairness': relativism disguised?

Opinion: By DANTE CHINNI CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- It is en vogue for politicians to rail

For these icons, anything's possible

For these icons, anything's possible k CAN IT BE? Those lovable, cherubic Campbell Kids are

WAR ON TERRORISM Lindh's lawyers file request for clemency

Lawyers argue that his case is similar to that of a man who is being released. LOS ANGELES TIMES

WEST CORP. CENTER 880 phone jobs call for elation

City and school officials will see tax benefits from a new business. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

MOS DEVELOPMENT Trustees reject zone change on sod farm

The company can still build on the site. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

WRIGLEY FIELD Cubs trying to clinch wild card the hard way

Cincinnati's Adam Dunn reached 100 RBIs for the first time in his career CHICAGO (AP) -- The

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BOXING Salem's McBride faces unbeaten Casal in Vegas

The four-round bout is set for Saturday at Caesar's Palace in Nevada. YOUNGSTOWN -- Salem boxer

UPN Taye Diggs is the king of 'Hill'

The show is filled with beautiful people who make for interesting characters. By ED BARK DALLAS

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox She's not sure she wants to be married anymore

Dear Annie: My husband, "Lenny," was laid off from his job nearly three years ago. He decided to

CAMPAIGN Kerry plans to stop in Valley

This will be the Democratic presidential nominee's fourth Valley visit. By DAVID SKOLNICK

DALE McFEATTERS How about them 'Skins

Opinion: To the despair of the forces of political correctitude, residents of the national capital are by and

PITTSBURGH Steelers were 2-1 last year before slump kicked in

Coach Bill Cowher isn't celebrating the 13-3 win over the hapless Dolphins. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

WEST CORP. CENTER Phone center jobs call for jubilation

City and school officials will see tax benefits from a new business. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

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COLOMBIA Rocker sings about violent homeland in album

War in Colombia kills 3,500 people every year. BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) -- For a musician with nine

Source: Martha Stewart to be sent to W.Va. prison

Source: Martha Stewart to be sent to W.Va. prison NEW YORK -- Martha Stewart has been ordered to

LOTTERY RESULTS TUESDAY'S DRAWINGS

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-3-4 Pick 4, 6-4-8-6 Buckeye 5, 4-12-14-20-33 Mega Millions, 1-18-

TRUMBULL COUNTY Probe of buying goes on

The grand jury is scheduled to meet today. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN

CLEVELAND Scott Williams, Cavaliers agree on one-year deal

The 36-year-old center was with the Bulls when Chicago won three NBA titles. CLEVELAND (AP) --

ELLIOTT SMITH Does album hold the answers?

'From a Basement on the Hill' comes out posthumously next month. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Elliott

AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 8, Rangers 2 ARLINGTON, Texas -- Vladimir Guerrero homered twice and

COMEDY CENTRAL Network defends intelligence of 'The Daily Show' audience

Studies have shown that the show's audience is smarter than people think. NEW YORK (AP) -- The

RECIPES Chicken on the grill? Go for the dark meat

Dark-meat chicken retains more flavor on the grill. By JOYCE ROSENCRANS SCRIPPS HOWARD

OAKLAND Suzuki nears mark as Mariners jar A's

He needs four hits to break George Sisler's 84-year-old record of 257 in a season. OAKLAND, Calif.

CHILDREN'S HEALTH Survey finds shortcomings in efforts against obesity

No one disputes the severity of the problem. ORLANDO SENTINEL ORLANDO, Fla. -- Already

CLEVELAND BROWNS Winslow having surgery again

The tight end's first NFL season is over after just two games. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Five catches. Two

OHIO'S DEATH ROW Parole board advises clemency denial

The killer shot a man in the head with a shotgun. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A divided Ohio Parole Board

COLUMBIANA CO. Absentees can't vote at board of elections

Absentee ballots in Mahoning and Trumbull counties are available. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

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OHIO ELECTIONS Citing vague language, Petro opposes gay-marriage ban

Both supporters and opponents expect the measure to be on the Nov. 2 ballot. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio

Congress cuts taxes again, shifts the cost to another day

Opinion: There was a day when at least some members of Congress would attempt to debate where the money was

CONOCOPHILIPPS Company gets Russian foothold

MOSCOW (AP) -- U.S. oil giant ConocoPhilipps paid nearly $2 billion today for a 7.6 percent stake in

Woman gets 20 years in prison for crash

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The driver responsible for the wrong-way crash that killed a newlywed couple on a

NURSING HOME Officials meet over Pa. probe

Commissioners say they will pursue the civil lawsuit. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE

Boardman cross-country teams sweep titles in Mahoning meet

BOARDMAN -- The Boardman High School boys and girls cross country teams won Mahoning County

ARSON Authorities identify 2 parents and their 3 kids among victims

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Five of the 10 people killed in an apartment arson were identified Tuesday after

Conquering dyslexia, step by step

This Saturday, Jacob Stevens, a freshman at Western Reserve High School, will be walking five miles

Veteran finds Kerry scary

Opinion: Veteran finds Kerry scary EDITOR: John Kerry scares me when he talks about what he'd do about

WNBA PLAYOFFS Donaphin's goal advances New York to Eastern finals

ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Bethany Donaphin hit a turnaround jumper with .5 seconds remaining to

OHIO PREP FOOTBALL POLL

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

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Events focus on cancer

The program includes a fashion show by breast cancer survivors. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM

$431 million grant to help poor creates debate over its use

COLUMBUS (AP) -- The state hasn't yet decided how to spend $431 million given to it by the federal

FOOD NOTES | Helpful hints

VERSATILE FENNEL: Fennel, with its distinctive anise taste is delicious both raw and cooked.

Restaurants in Niles suffered from MCI loss

Restaurant workers hope the new phone center will boost business. NILES -- Standing behind the

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

TUESDAY'S RESULTS FOOTBALL PENNSYLVANIA POLL Pennsylvania high school football rankings from

BONNIE ERBE The trickery of 'product placement'

Opinion: Let us now skewer a new advertising-industry technique for so thoroughly concealing itself as to

TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials to vote on transit

Fewer people than expected have been calling for rides. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Shooting on South Side leaves 17-year-old in critical condition

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 17-year-old boy was in critical condition early today at St. Elizabeth Health Center

WALTON AVENUE BRIDGE

WALTON AVENUE BRIDGE Funding sources U.S. Economic Development Administration: $1.8 million.

CRIME INVESTIGATOR Dog handler sentenced for planting fake evidence

The woman was also ordered to pay restitution to law enforcement agencies. DETROIT (AP) -- A woman

Tale of tribal trickery

Opinion: Washington Post : "Is life great or what!!!" Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff dashed off that

Johnson-led Springfield tops Range

NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Lindsay Johnson scored 16 points, with three aces, 11 kills and six blocks Tuesday

VISION PLAN Canfield students offer their views of hometown

Students expressed concern about the lack of diversity. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Suggs gets clearance to return to practice

If the running back doesn't have any setbacks, he will play against Washington. BEREA (AP) -- Lee

JOB OPENING Emergency, safety director sought for Lawrence County

A committee is reviewing r & eacute;sum & eacute;s for the job. By LAURE CIOFFI

MRDD CONTRACT Union to discuss talks with citizens group

The MRDD superintendent and board members will not attend. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR

SOCCER Urrutia's goal lifts Boardman over GlenOak

Poland, Howland and Warren JFK posted shutout victories. CANTON -- Senior Enriques Urrutia scored

HEALTH CARE Pharmacists become providers

Drugstores look to expand consultations -- and charge for them. CAMP HILL, Pa. (AP) -- Jaime White

APPEALS COURT Ruling keeps city off zoning lawsuit

The lawsuit contended the city violated its own zoning regulations. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

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