News for September 30, 2004

RACE FOR THE PRESIDENCY Practice of early voting promises changes in campaign operations

In Maine and Iowa, voting has already begun. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- Tonight's

DEVELOPMENT Housing projects are designated

SALEM -- The Ohio Department of Development has announced how three area communities will use the

PHARMACY RESEARCH Drug shortages at hospitals affect patient care, poll finds

The lack of drugs puts patients at risk, pharmacy researchers said. SCRIPPS HOWARD Drug

GAZA STRIP Israeli troops push into refugee camp after rocket kills 2

A Hamas rocket killed two children at play. JEBALIYA REFUGEE CAMP, Gaza Strip (AP) -- Israeli

NATIONAL LEAGUE Phillies sweep pair from Pirates

Philadelphia is looking for a strong finish to the season and second place. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --

Tax-evasion case assigned

Tax-evasion case assigned YOUNGSTOWN -- The tax-evasion case against Mark S. Colucci, 46, of

MAHONING COUNTY Arbiter: Lift suspension for Youngstown policeman

An arbiter also ruled that a cop didn't have to use sick days for an injury. By PATRICIA MEADE

CAL THOMAS Debate advice and questions

Opinion: After the seemingly endless preliminaries, now comes the main event. Will many people watch

VIDEO GAME Get ready to dominate an army in 'Pikmin 2'

Improvements include sharper graphics and no time limit. By PHIL VILLARREAL ARIZONA DAILY STAR

OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

XBrad and Dixie (Dewire) Casal of North Royalton are announcing the birth of their first child, a

YUSUF ISLAM - Former Cat Stevens decries profiling

The singer said that in recent years, he has been a frequent U.S. visitor. LOS ANGELES (AP) --

Show-biz conservatives begin coming out of closet

Some say they keep quiet about their political leanings in order to get work. By PAT CRAIG

Parents announce Galloway-Nemes engagement

XSTRUTHERS -- Ralph E. and Christine E. Galloway, 290 Sexton St., are announcing the engagement of

CHILDREN'S REHAB Center project is complete

About $1.2 million of the $1.85 million cost of the project has been collected. HOWLAND --

ARTHRITIS DRUG Merck recalls Vioxx; stock price plunges

In 2003, the arthritis drug had $2.5 billion in sales. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- Pharmaceutical giant

BILLBOARD HITS

TOP KID VIDEO SALES 1. "The Lion King II: Simba's Pride," Walt Disney Home Entertainment. 2.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Pitt opens Big East slate at Connecticut

Pitt will be playing in the state of Connecticut for the first time tonight. STORRS, Conn. (AP) --

CIVIC DUTIES Dodgers leave shallow jury pools

The courts are trying harder to make jury duty less of a pain. LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) -- Every

'Ladder 49' goes down in flames

The film's portrayal of everyday guys makes for boring characters. By DAVID GERMAIN ASSOCIATED

AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "Winter Fantasy." Move Over Broadway Productions, at Canfield Presbyterian Church, 140 W.

GEORGE F. WILL Bush and Kerry: delusional optimists

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Tonight's debate will be a duel between two delusional optimists. It pits a man who

NILES-TRUMBULL TRANSIT Officials examine progress after first year of system

NTTS and WRTA continue to work on a transfer policy. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

PRIVATE SPACESHIP Designer, pilot still eye prize

The pilot and designer don't know exactly what went wrong. MOJAVE, Calif. (AP) -- The pilot and

NFL Bengals' offense inept, but team backs rookie QB

Their streak without a TD has reached 30 possessions. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Carson Palmer saw Chad

HAITI Armed rebels try to enter Gonaives

The city has seen much looting since it was hit by Hurricane Jeanne's effects. GONAIVES, Haiti

GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Use of colloidal silver might turn kids gray

Q. My daughter and her husband make their own formulation of colloidal silver. They think this

HURRICANES Jeanne's damage ranks near top

Despite the flurry of hurricanes in Florida, insurers aren't in financial trouble. ST. PETERSBURG

2 hit by car are severely injured

SALEM -- Two men sustained severe injuries early today when they were deliberately struck by a car

FUEL As energy crisis looms, heat bills likely to soar

The cost could affect the presidential race in Ohio. WASHINGTON (AP) -- As if $2-a-gallon gasoline

MOVIE REVIEW 'Intimate Strangers' is understated, sophisticated

By ANN HORNADAY WASHINGTON POST The suspenseful, sophisticated spirit of Alfred Hitchcock hovers

Why think about change? Let me count the reasons

Opinion: Why think about change? Let me count the reasons EDITOR: We readers of this paper are being

Left vs. right issues

Left vs. right issues kPOLITICS from the left and right wings take center stage in the arts and

HOW HE SEES IT Israeli models for a Fallujah offensive

Opinion: By JACKSON DIEHL WASHINGTON POST Two and a half years ago this week, the Israeli army launched

MAHONING COUNTY Drug bust nets $10M in cocaine

Officers say the men took undercover agents from a Boardman motel to the cocaine. By IAN HILL

'Burnout 3' excels at putting pedal to the metal -- literally

By TOM HAM SPECIAL TO WASHINGTON POST "Burnout 3: Takedown" (Electronic Arts/Criterion), an

WEDNESDAY'S DRAWINGS

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-2-4 Pick 4, 3-7-1-6 Buckeye 5, 5-6-10-24-32 Super Lotto Plus,

HURRICANE VICTIMS Storms bring increase in domestic battering

Avoiding violence isn't easy with a hole in the roof and the kids not in school. ST. PETERSBURG

Valley gets good news about call center jobs

Opinion: Five months after MCI announced that it was closing its Niles call center and after the startling

Numbers tell the truth in Iraq

Bush and Kerry paint different pictures of how the effort in Iraq is faring. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

HOW HE SEES IT Debate time: They must think on their feet

Opinion: By JOHN HUGHES CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR SALT LAKE CITY -- For long, anxious days now, the

TRUMBULL COUNTY Board makes third attempt to pass school levy

The number of school employees has already been reduced. By ANTHONY M. NICK VINDICATOR

President Bush and Democratic Sen. John Kerry meet in their first presidential debate tonight at the

Explosions near U.S. convoy kill 35 kids, 7 adults

Ten more people were reportedly taken hostage today in Iraq. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Bombs exploded

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TRUMBULL SLAYING Husband pleads innocent

Bond was set at $1 million. WARREN -- His head swathed in bandages, Timothy Smith came to court

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Alex R. Sarles, 24, of 185 Surrey Lane, Canfield, and Amanda

MATCHUP YSU vs. Western Kentucky

YSU WKU Record2-22-1 Points scored25.530.7 Points allowed19.011.7 Total offense330.0362.3 Total

DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene Theater groups work together

Three years ago, Boardman-bred playwright Michael Dempsey finished writing a comedy about rival

HERMITAGE SQUARE City OKs loan for razing

City officials were updated on a number of economic development projects. By HAROLD GWIN

HALLOWEEN EVENTS | Hayrides, mazes, witch walks A list of Halloween activities in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. The Vindicator will run a separate list of trick-or-treat hours later.

TRUMBULL Mesopotamia: Get "Lost in Space" in a corn maze this fall. In the maze you will find all

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY 1st--Elan D'edna (Mapes)7.804.404.00 Hi Noon Lady(B

SOUTH SIDE SLAYING Inmate wants bond back in wait for murder trial

Edward Anderson was in a hospital the day of his arraignment, his lawyer said. By BOB JACKSON

Stores target older women

Older women spend three times as much on clothing as teen-agers do. NEW YORK (AP) -- At the peak

St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Amber Stanley and Ross Davis, 3406 Sandalwood Court, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 24.

DVD REVIEW 'Ramones Raw'? Hey, ho! Let's go

It was the last contribution Johnny Ramone made before he died. By WAYNE PARRY ASSOCIATED PRESS

MAHONING VALLEY Honored schools urge support for others

One educator griped about tax dollars going to substandard charter schools. By NORMAN LEIGH

Man pleads guilty to aggravated assault

YOUNGSTOWN -- Robert Ashford, 51, of Tod Lane pleaded guilty Wednesday in Mahoning County Common

RTI Area plant stops taking orders for titanium tubing products

WEATHERSFIELD -- RTI Commercial Products, a Hermitage, Pa., unit of RTI International Metals, is no

Liberal entertainers express sense of urgency to oust Bush

Even previously neutral entertainers such as Bruce Springsteen are taking sides. By TONY HICKS

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Friend has ill-timed private conversations

Dear Annie: I have a friend who cannot refrain from trying to start a private, two-person

BOXING Lifted to main event, Niles' Lyell triumphs

Billy Lyell improved to 6-1 while Darnell Boone also won to climb to 3-0. MERRIONETTE PARK, Ill.

Blair-Szari wedding set for next spring

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Richard and Ellen Blair of 253 Wildwood Drive and Edward and Janice Szari of 530 Deer

BLAKE MURDER CASE Defense lawyer: Evidence points to a conspiracy

The defense's theory hinges on the interviews of three new witnesses. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Robert

Squirrel chatter rattles me

I have a headache right now. It's 7:30 on a Tuesday night. You might think it was the glass of

Helping military families

Opinion: Washington Post It cannot be said that the U.S. military mistreats the families of service members

COLUMBIANA COUNTY People pay support after JFS runs ad

Not all of the money came from men listed in the ad. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

NATION

NATION Boeing-U.S. settlement ST. LOUIS -- The Boeing Co. and the U.S. government reached a $6

Halloween attraction

Halloween attraction CANFIELD -- The 10th annual Ghost Lights of Halloween display opens tonight

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NATIONAL GUARD DUTY Resignation document released

The White House said Bush was never disciplined in the Texas Guard. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The White

OSU FOOTBALL Backup unhappy by not playing

Troy Smith said he hasn't been told why he's not getting any time on the field. COLUMBUS (AP) --

DISASTER AID Flood damage in county hits $11.5 million

Damage estimates are still being compiled. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM --

TRUMBULL COUNTY Judge's ruling forces Girard to hire lowest bidder

The judge wrote that a felony record can be used by city council in making its decision. By TIM

Today is Thursday, Sept. 30, the 274th day of 2004. There are 92 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Sept. 30, the 274th day of 2004. There are 92 days left in the year. On this date

Lawmakers hear from educators

Adequate funding is necessary for 21st-century education, administrators say. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

'DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION' Teen show focuses on tough issues

The Canadian 'Degrassi' series began in 1982. WASHINGTON POST It's like bumping into childhood

Heather Phillips, Bret Armstrong to wed Oct. 23

XTUCSON, Ariz. -- Larry and Cynthia Phillips, 10204 E. Falcon Point, formerly of Youngstown, are

PURCHASING PROBE Grand jurors hear testimony

The county administrator testified for about an hour. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

A new version of 'Iron Chef'

ZAP2IT.COM "Iron Chef" is coming across the Pacific to stay. The Food Network is going forward

AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 5, Twins 3 Yankees 5, Twins 4 NEW YORK -- Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez

WASHINGTON, D.C. Expos' move is only the first step

Much work must be done to complete the relocation to the nation's capital. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The

49ERS Young not content, but not complaining

He remains optimistic the team can turn around its fortunes. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- With his

A.L. CENTRAL Indians rally in sixth for 5-2 win

The loss was Kansas City's 101st, setting a club record. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Royals manager

Season-high 31,395 give Expos a rousing sendoff

There were some acts of civil disobedience, but nothing serious. MONTREAL (AP) -- The last

PENTAGON Military lacks sufficient number of troops, advisory board says

The secretary of defense disagrees, saying there are enough soldiers. LOS ANGELES TIMES

MAHONING COUNTY Ex-coach released from jail

He also pleaded guilty to charges stemming from child pornography pictures. By BOB JACKSON

U. of Colorado: End rush for freshmen

Less than two weeks ago, a freshman was found dead at a fraternity house. BOULDER, Colo. (AP) --

Cars damaged in Niles

Cars damaged in Niles NILES -- Car vandalism continued in the city as three more people reported

New album and flashy pageantry bring back same old Beastie Boys

The rap slingers take their hit album on tour. LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) -- The Beastie Boys are

Two men sentenced for assaults

MERCER, Pa. -- Two men convicted of assaults were sentenced by Judge Francis Fornelli on Tuesday in

SOCCER Amato's shot finds its mark

Erin Gilmour assisted on the game's lone goal by a freshman. HOWLAND -- With 22 minutes remaining,

Is 'Upriver' a campaign ad or documentary on Kerry?

The director uses photographs and film footage to create powerful images. By CHRISTY LEMIRE

MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Marshall holds off Miami, 33-25, for first victory

Stan Hill threw three touchdown passes for the Thundering Herd. HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) -- Stan

Connecticut advances to Eastern finals, 76-56

UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) -- An infusion of young talent and a change of scenery has done wonders for

NOTEBOOK Two WIU players in trouble

Burglary is the charge for the Leathernecks. ASSOCIATED PRESS MACOMB, Ill. -- Two Western

SCHOOL Pupils get liquor, not limeade

The liquor was left over from a party at the school. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- It was not

The Sources

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

YSU FOOTBALL Hilltoppers happy to finally play a game

Western Kentucky has won three straight against Youngstown State. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

ROCK MUSIC Ian Hunter would rather have a life instead of a career

The former Hoople doesn't miss the hoopla. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Ian

HELOISE Readers' ideas help return pattern to envelope

Dear Readers: Greetings! We printed a hint a while back from a reader about how to put pattern

BROWNS Winslow has second surgery, out for rest of year

Doctors discovered a sprained ligament which has been repaired. BEREA (AP) -- Browns rookie tight

FILMS Abuse in indie film is realistic

The preacher is appearing on 'Oprah Winfrey' the day the film opens. By BOBBY ROSS JR.

Pastor, attorney announce cable network's changes

YOUNGSTOWN -- A nationally known attorney joined a local religious leader today to announce changes

Church, HMHP plan health fair

YOUNGSTOWN -- Free health screenings and information will be offered from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 9 at

Group collects cell phones, pagers

SHARON, Pa. -- The Keystone Blind Association's Keystone Kids will be collecting old cell phones and

TRUMBULL COUNTY Festival to benefit group

Proceeds will go to help an environmental organization. HUBBARD -- Musicians with ties to this

Three explosions in Baghdad kill at least 37 people

Ten more hostages were reportedly seized today in Iraq. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- At least three bombs

Judge: Part of Patriot Act breaches free speech

WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- A federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that a key component of

Missing woman found in New York City hospital

Missing woman found in New York City hospital ST. LOUIS -- More than a week after she was reported

Ten more people were reportedly taken hostage today in Iraq.

Ten more people were reportedly taken hostage today in Iraq. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Bombs exploded

Residents want help with sewer line costs

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Some Sample Road residents are looking for financial help from the city to pay for

MAHONING VALLEY Airport is facing shortfall

This is the third year the port authority will come up short. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR

A summary of recent crime activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:

A summary of recent crime activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Sept. 25 Theft: A

PREP PREVIEWS Weekend's games

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During dance rehearsal, Beyonc & eacute; injures muscle LOS ANGELES -- Beyonc & eacute;

PACIFIC Trials begin for seven men on Pitcairn Island accused of sex crimes

The island's population includes only 12 adult men. PITCAIRN ISLAND (AP) -- A series of sex-abuse

MVSD Water rate increase awaits judges' OK

By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF MINERAL RIDGE -- Water rates charged by the

MUSIC DOCUMENTARY 'Festival Express' is a rail jam session

After the tour, the film footage became the subject of court battles. By DEBORAH HORNBLOW

BIG TEN Nittany Lions getting thin at quarterback slot

They lost their No. 1 and No. 2 players against Wisconsin. ASSOCIATED PRESS For the last 33

INDIANS Pitcher struck in leg by bullet

Kyle Denney was struck in the calf from a bullet shot into the team bus. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) --

TRUMBULL COUNTY Jury convicts man of trying to give inmate illegal drugs

The verdict was reached after jurors deliberated 90 minutes. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR

TRUMBULL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Incinerator noise burns up neighbors

The hospital says noise occurs only during the day; residents say it's all the time. By DENISE

ALLEGHENY COUNTY COURT 8 who claim abuse sue diocese

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Eight people who claim they were sexually abused by Roman Catholic priests sued

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The art of cultural insight

Studying an artist's life and style is part of the Liberty High School program. By TIM YOVICH

Diane Sauer Chevrolet gets tax abatement

WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners have approved a 10-year tax break for an expansion of Diane

OKTOBERFEST Rotary prepares for 27th festival

The Oktoberfest is the single largest fund-raiser for the Boardman Rotary. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

CORRIDOR OF OPPORTUNITY Valley officials prioritize list, go over progress

Environmental analysis and remediation of an 8-acre Campbell site is done. By MARALINE KUBIK

PITTSBURGH Old friends ready for confrontation in Sunday's game

Steelers safety Troy Polamalu will challenge Bengals QB Carson Palmer. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Steelers

Howland makes it happen

Those who predicted a down year for the Tigers underestimated them. By BRIAN RICHESSON

Federal indictments

Federal indictments CLEVELAND -- A federal grand jury has indicted several tri-county area

RUSSIA Putin weighs terror retaliation

More than 170 children died in the school crisis. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MOSCOW -- Russian

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HEALTH Dangerous staph hits general public

The staph is resistant to drugs and can kill. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- Flesh-eating bacteria cases,

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