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New features thrill students and teachers

By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Since a new addition opened in September at


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NHL

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Taylor wins decision again

The middleweight champion beat Bernard Hopkins on a unanimous decision. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Bernard


YOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONY Christmas Pops show proves far from ordinary

Three guest artists worked well with the orchestra. By JERRY STEPHENS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Dockery's shot saves Duke in 77-75 victory

ASSOCIATED PRESS DURHAM, N.C. -- Sean Dockery made a heave from about 40 feet with less than a


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Lareane Rue, 818 Scioto Ave., Youngstown, vs. Raymond L. Rue Sr.,


Mauthe Park event set

Mauthe Park event set STRUTHERS -- Christmas at Mauthe Park, 156 Smithfield Ave., is at 1 p.m.


MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st-Cart'sforme (Perez, Jr.)23.2012.203.80 War Scandal (Spieth


Browns suffer 20-14 defeat

Cleveland blew a 14-3 halftime lead against Jacksonville. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


Agenda Tuesday

Agenda Tuesday Legal/Legislative Policy Committee of the Youngstown Board of Education, 4 p.m.,


Steelers unable to stop Bengals in 38-31 defeat

The Pittsburgh offense also turned the ball over four times. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS


San Diego gets 34-10 win against Raiders

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- LaDainian Tomlinson was jogging toward the locker room while his backup was


Family expresses deep gratitude to volunteers at show's viewing

About 200 volunteers watched the show, taped in October, at Youngstown State University. By KATIE


Schools seek to improve on an individual basis

School plans include an academic and nonacademic goal. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF


Party loyalists throw support to labor lawyer

Labor leaders haven't forgotten about Tom Sawyer's support for NAFTA. WASHINGTON (AP) --


Officer heads to court in prisoner abuse case

The officer facing the hearing had led the Cincinnati-based 377th MP Co. FORT BLISS, Texas (AP) --


MARY ANNE SCHULTZ Katrina volunteer

The registered nurse and former Youngstown resident dispensed tetanus and hepatitis shots to victims


Gun buyback program nets more than 200

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A gun buyback program brought in 231 guns Saturday. Kevin Manko, of Elizabeth


Buckeyes, Irish meet in bowl game

It will be Ohio State third appearance in four years in Tempe, Ariz. COLUMBUS (AP) -- For the


JAGUARS 20, BROWNS 14

JAGUARS 20, BROWNS 14 Jacksonville30170--20 Cleveland01400--14 First Quarter Jac--FG Scobee


Clippers topple Cavaliers

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Chris Kaman stole the show from Elton Brand and LeBron James, the most recent


GOLF ROUNDUP Furyk wins Nedbank Challenge in playoff

He beat Adam Scott, Retief Goosen and Darren Clark on the second playoff hole. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Construction of homes, condos continues to boom in township

Apartment and commercial construction, however, is down this year. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


ACCUSED IN PROBE | A look at soldiers

Here's a look at the cases against 14 soldiers accused of abusing Afghan detainees, including two


Health expert advocates intuitive eating

The plan's only restriction is that dieters may eat only when they feel hungry. SALT LAKE CITY


Today is Monday, Dec. 5, the 339th day of 2005. There are 26 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Monday, Dec. 5, the 339th day of 2005. There are 26 days left in the year. On this date in


NFL ROUNDUP \ Sunday's other games

AFC Colts 35, Titans 3 INDIANAPOLIS -- It was another perfect day for Indianapolis. The triplets


NOTEBOOK Browns vs. Jaguars

Mack is back: With Reuben Droughns on the verge of becoming the first Browns running back since 1985


Struthers' girls post second win, 37-27

Ashley Galbraith led the Wilcats with 18 points against Campbell. CAMPBELL -- Ashley Galbraith


Tribe close to deal with free agent pitcher Byrd

The reported deal on the former Angel is two years, $14.25 million. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Free agent


FOOTBALL STATE FINALS SATURDAY'S RESULTS DIVISION I

FOOTBALL STATE FINALS SATURDAY'S RESULTS DIVISION I Cin. St. Xavier 24, Massillon Washington 17


Man hospitalized after robbery, assault

YOUNGSTOWN -- A North Side man remained in guarded condition Sunday evening in St. Elizabeth Health


Pa. Marine reservists will go back to Iraq

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Dozens of local Marine Corps reservists start preparations today to go back


Volunteer answers the call of storm victims

A former Youngstown nurse dispensed hope along with medicine to victims. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


Ligety finishes third in slalom

It was his career-best finish and capped a superb weekend for the Americans. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Calgary defeats Penguins

It marked the first time in nearly 17 years the Flames won in Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


SCHEDULE \ College football postseason

Tuesday, Dec. 20 New Orleans Bowl At Lafayette, La. Arkansas State (6-5) vs. Southern Miss (6-5),


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Plan would develop manufacturing museum

MEADVILLE, Pa. (AP) -- A manufacturing museum has been proposed to showcase the Meadville area's


TOP 25 ROUNDUP \ Women's college basketball

No. 1 Duke 84, No. 16 Texas 70 AUSTIN, Texas -- Monique Currie scored 23 points and Duke survived


Nigeria emerges as hottest movie Mecca in Africa

'Nollywood' earns $200 million a year, trailing the United States and India. CHICAGO TRIBUNE


Slippery Rock men lose, women beat Mansfield

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Slippery Rock men's basketball team suffered a heartbreaking 74-71 loss to


Protesters march, demand full democracy

HONG KONG (AP) -- Pressure mounted for Hong Kong and Beijing leaders to respond to calls for full


hMarilyn Manson marries his girlfriend in Ireland

hMarilyn Manson marries his girlfriend in Ireland LOS ANGELES -- Shock rocker Marilyn Manson


Connery gives thumbs up to new Bond

LONDON (AP) -- Sean Connery thinks a blond Bond is just fine. The former 007 says Daniel Craig is


Penguins' dry spells too long

It really doesn't matter whether you are watching the YSU men's basketball team in person or


WRESTLING

WRESTLING Thiel College -- finished in 10th place with 63.5 team points at the 39th Annual RIT


INSIDE

Inside *Penn State will play Florida State in the Orange Bowl Jan. 3. *The Bowl Championship


Bacteria can turn food scraps into fuel for electricity

A project studies the feasibility of using food scraps as a source of energy. SACRAMENTO BEE


Case asks if law schools can bar military recruiters from campus

Schools are concerned by military policy on gays. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Supreme Court confronts a


MOVIES Theaters will help disabled get access

One official said companies are being cooperative. ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Did you catch the new


"He may be condemned, but he's still breathing, and my daughter is not. I want him dead. I want him

Opinion: "He may be condemned, but he's still breathing, and my daughter is not. I want him dead. I want him


State prayers won't include Camilla's name

LONDON (AP) -- Queen Elizabeth II has no plans to change state prayers to include the name of her


Phantoms pull out 4-3 win Saturday

Mike Maltese's goal with 3:18 remaining proved to be the game winner. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


GOP lawmakers look to salvage 2005

Tax cuts, immigration and benefit programs are all issues on the agenda. LOS ANGELES TIMES


Droughns ends the 20-year wait

He went over 1,000 yards rushing, the first time since 1985 in Cleveland. By JOE SCALZO


Man shot 5 times, hospitalized

YOUNGSTOWN -- A Boardman man remained hospitalized late Sunday after having been shot five times the


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Stefanie and Daniel Schiavone, 2907 Olde Winter Trail,


JAPAN

Opinion: JAPAN Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo, Nov. 28: Delegates from around the world were Tuesday to hold in


Protecting Great Lakes is an investment in the future

Editorial: Some disasters can be avoided, but not on the cheap. The federal government has responded to


Rice to address rumors about torture of terrorists

WASHINGTON (AP) -- During her trip to Europe this week, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will


TSUNAMI RELIEF Diverse group builds boats, homes, furniture, solidarity

The volunteer center has found work for people from 51 countries since January. KHAO LAK, Thailand


LOCAL

LOCAL Ursuline hoops MIDLAND, Pa. -- Beaver Falls High, the defending Pennsylvania Class AA


Seahawks, Eagles battle tonight

Philadelphia's Andy Reid was an assistant of Mike Holmgren for seven years. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --


PREVIEW Tonight's game

SEATTLE at PHILADELPHIA Time: 9 p.m. TV/radio: (33) (5) (4), WBBW-AM 1240 Key matchup: Seattle RB


Boldin's staggering run leads Cardinals past 49ers

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Everybody agreed Anquan Boldin had no logical business getting to the end


Bennett, Turner receive high praise from peers

Stars also paid tribute to Robert Redford, Julie Harris and Suzanne Farrell. WASHINGTON (AP) --


PENNSYLVANIA Corporal punishment prohibited in schools

Another tool has been taken from the schools, one legislator said. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) --


TODAY

TODAY 6:45 p.m. (WNIO-AM 1390) College women's basketball: Youngstown State at Oakland. 7 p.m.


SATURDAY'S GAMES

SATURDAY'S GAMES Toronto 95, New Jersey 82 Detroit 92, Chicago 79 Milwaukee 104, Orlando 84


Steelers must find way to win

Pittsburgh needs wins in its final four games to gain the final playoff berth. By TOM WILLIAMS


Best Bets on TV Tonight

"The Triangle" (9 p.m., Sci Fi Channel): Eric Stoltz, Catherine Bell, Sam Neill and Lou Diamond


BCS finally gets it right with perfect title game

They also have a classic coaching matchup along with Notre Dame. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A perfect


Concerns about Iraq heard in heartland

Opinion: By BRONWYN LANCE CHESTER VIRGINIAN-PILOT You know President Bush is in trouble over Iraq when


Academy will stop using 'Dummer' name

BOSTON (AP) -- Jokes about Governor Dummer Academy, the nation's oldest independent boarding school,


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The Vindicator/Jean Neice SINGING PRAISE: The choir at Youngstown Christian School sings "Make the


Where is the Republican Party headed?

Opinion: By DOUGLAS MacKINNON WASHINGTON POST Watching the "debate" on the floor of the House of


River residents balance financial, pollution cares

Some are concerned they won't be protected from possible health hazards. ASSOCIATED PRESS Ohio


Winter meetings begin today; trades in making

Many free agents have already committee, meaning more trades expected. ASSOCIATED PRESS When the


TOXIC WASTE

TOXIC WASTE Putting out the most The top 10 companies along the Ohio River in terms of volume of


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

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Profit on Coke sales higher than on oil

Opinion: "A Locrian who proposed any new law stood forth in the assembly of the people with a cord round his


NEW CASTLE PLAYHOUSE Production makes Dickens' 'Christmas Carol' hilarious

In 'Inspecting Carol,' a hapless company struggles to get its act together. By L. CROW


NBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games

Celtics 102, Knicks 99 NEW YORK -- Ricky Davis scored 27 points and made two free throws with 8.7


NHL ROUNDUP Sunday's game

Islanders 2, Red Wings 1 DETROIT -- Mike York scored the tie-breaking goal with 3:57 remaining.


EASTERN CONFERENCE

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Society needs public's help

The group is trying to help two California women trace their family histories. By DENISE DICK


Tony Bennett, others are honored in D.C.

Tony Bennett, others are honored in D.C. kTONY BENNETT, who performed in Youngstown's Chevrolet


SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARY

SUNDAY'S NBA SUMMARY CELTICS 102, KNICKS 99 BOSTON (102) -- LaFrentz 1-7 2-2 5, Pierce 8-15 11-


HOWLAND | Building statistics

Building valuations in Howland Township in 2005 compared with last year: Category 2004


Crowd pelts Allawi with rocks, shoes

The targeted politician called the violence an assassination attempt. COMBINED DISPATCHES


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Today At Paris, Lorenz Parra, Venezuela, vs. Brahim


NOTEBOOK Steelers vs.Bengals

Fine catch: T.J. Houshmandzaheh's first touchdown reception covered 43 yards in the first quarter


Mourning again, mother plans visit to Ohio burial site

The bodies will likely be cremated, and a funeral will take place eventually. CONCORD, N.H. (AP)


Propaganda for profit

Opinion: Scripps Howard News Service: Without knowing more details -- and upcoming Senate inquiries may take


Paterno, Bowden meet again

Penn State and Florida State will clash Jan. 3 in Miami, Fla. MIAMI (AP) -- When their teams last


PGA-FINAL Q-SCHOOL TOURNAMENT

PGA-FINAL Q-SCHOOL TOURNAMENT Sunday At Winter Garden, Fla. Purse: $1,057,000 p-Panther


Fire damages store in Southington

SOUTHINGTON -- Four fire departments helped Southington firefighters battle a blaze Sunday morning


INDIANS CLOSE TO SIGNING BYRD

Indians close to signing Byrd Paul Byrd, a free agent pitcher coveted by Cleveland, is reportedly


FHA to pay mortgages for 12 months

Homeowners would repay the agency after the original mortgage is paid off. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


Associated Press

Associated Press A THING OF THE PAST? Army Staff Sgt. Joel Grogan sorts through pamphlets at the


YSU handed fourth defeat

The Penguins failed to win on the road again, falling to Marshall, 73-70. HUNTINGTON, W. Va. --


fugitive of the week

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Michael P. Kuntz The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the


The federal government gets F's for failing to carry out commission proposals.

The federal government gets F's for failing to carry out commission proposals. WASHINGTON (AP) --


Group hopes to have weddings at old prison

A couple from suburban Cleveland was married there in 2003. MANSFIELD, Ohio (AP) -- A preservation


In Haiti, it's politics at point of a pistol

Opinion: By MARK L. SCHNEIDER LOS ANGELES TIMES Before they would take me out to watch people registering