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Mistrial ruled in Williams case
The case involved a proposed "Battle of the Sexes." WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- A judge
Graduate will trumpet her success
By HAROLD GWIN Vindicator education writer YOUNGSTOWN -- Angie Shelton of North Bloomfield isn't
Salem's Jesko breaks school 3-point record
He finished with 30 points to lead the Quakers past Chaney. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
BASEBALL | OFFSEASON MOVES
Pirates: The trade that sends left-handed reliever Damaso Marte back to Pittsburgh for utilityman
Defrosting food? Keep these tips in mind
Dear Readers: There is a right way to safely defrost frozen food before cooking or reheating. Foods
Cardinals topple Potters in tuneup for Indiana game
Mike Rounsavall had 20 points and eight rebounds for the Cards. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR
Gunfire critically wounds 19-year-old driver
The victim had no gun in the car he was driving, a detective said. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Liberty pulls past Struthers
Ed Kershaw scored 30 points for the Leopards. By Chuck Housteau Vindicator Correspondent
Man gets 6 months in jail, probation
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Hubbard man already has spent enough time in Mahoning County jail to satisfy the
A SUMMARY OF REPORTED POLICE ACTIVITY IN POLAND AND BOARDMAN:
A summary of reported police activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Dec. 7 Arrest: A Poland
Former OSU official challenges O'Brien over firing incident
Former Athletic Director Andy Geiger testified at the trial. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A former Ohio State
TOURISM Virgin Galactic and New Mexico OK deal for spaceport in state
LONDON (AP) -- Virgin Galactic, the British company created by entrepreneur Richard Branson to send
Trustees, other officials discuss financial future of township
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF Writer BOARDMAN -- The township will likely ask voters for a
Coaches' salaries soar to new heights
Those in top sports with top programs are earning in the millions. By JOHN SHIPLEY Knight Ridder
Young beats out Leinart at QB
USC's Reggie Bush and Ohio State's A.J. Hawk were first-team repeaters. By RALPH D. RUSSO
W. Reserve remains unbeaten
Mineral Ridge and Lowellville also stayed perfect. BERLIN CENTER -- Joe Petro had 17 points, 11
TUESDAY'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL SCORES
Tuesday's College Basketball Scores men EAST Kings Point 76, Baruch 73 Maine 64, Dartmouth
Strong fourth quarter guides Wilson
The Redmen outscored Fitch 16-6 in the final period. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Iraqis face election of their lives and ours
Opinion: The most important coming elections for Americans are not the congressional vote in 2006, but the
Lunch program is hotly debated
Contracts for the first new school also were awarded. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Thursday's Agenda
Thursday's Agenda December 15 Boardman Board of Education, 7:30 p.m., Boardman Center Middle
Surplus Food DEC. 15
Surplus Food DEC. 15 Berean Fellowship Church, 1321 Lansdowne Blvd., Youngstown, food giveaway,
Workers reject report on wages, health care
Workers have been under a contract extension for a year. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF
Crown Media, Hallmark agree to deal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- A subsidiary of Hallmark Cards Inc. that runs the cable TV Hallmark Channel
Police arrest Chaney student
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police arrested a 15-year-old Sherwood Avenue boy at Chaney High School and took him
School board accepts treasurer's resignation
Program and staff cuts will probably be announced at the Jan. 12 meeting. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
aking is at the heart of the holiday season for many families, rich with tradition and cherished memories. Each year, we pull out our favorite cookie recipes, handed down from generations past, worn
aking is at the heart of the holiday season for many families, rich with tradition and cherished
2 men charged in death
Sean Smith died en route to the hospital after having been shot four times. By LAURE CIOFFI
Toy drive in Warren
Toy drive in Warren Warren-Trumbull Urban League, in conjunction with the Marine Corps, will give
Appropriations for '06 accepted
Commission members want to keep a close eye on the city's spending. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Woman killed by pickup
Woman killed by pickup BRISTOLVILLE -- Viola Ball, 85, of Bristolville, was walking south on North
Champion rallies for win
Mark Jackson's 17 points triggered the Flashes' victory. By JIM FLICK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Gonzales fights for passage
Some lawmakers want to add more protection in the bill. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The fight over renewing
BEAVER TOWNSHIP
BEAVER TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES MEETING BEAVER TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES HANDLED THESE MATTERS TUESDAY NIGHT:
NHL Roundup
NHL Roundup Tuesday's other games Wild 4, Islanders 3 UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- Marc Chouinard's
Jack Benny's not licked -- yet
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: Timing of the delivery was everything in the comedic world of Jack Benny. He
Youngstown man's conviction reversed
WARREN -- The 11th District Court of Appeals reversed a Youngstown man's 2003 conviction on a
HAUTHORITIES CRACK DOWN ON RIOTERS IN AUSTRALIA
hAuthorities crack down on rioters in Australia SYDNEY, Australia -- Police officers arrest a man
Firefighter apologizes, pleads no contest
The fire chief wanted the firefighter fired but settled for a suspension. By PATRICIA MEADE
East Liverpool drug raid
EAST LIVERPOOL -- The Columbiana County Drug Task Force announced it had raided a residence Tuesday
COLLEGE BASKETBALL REGIONAL GAMES
Bethany 75, LaRoche 67 PITTSBURGH -- After having their three-game winning streak stopped
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James S. Balog III, 21, of 32 N. Lakeview Ave., Youngstown,
Children's Museum plans event
YOUNGSTOWN --The Children's Museum of the Valley, 139 E. Boardman St., is hosting a a multicultural
ENGLAND Firefighters extinguish tank fires
Authorities believe the explosion was an accident. HEMEL HEMPSTEAD, England (AP) -- One of the
"Experience is a good teacher, but she sends in terrific bills."
Opinion: "Experience is a good teacher, but she sends in terrific bills." Minna Antrim American writer (
Recount shows Barkley winner
A YSU student who lost by two votes hasn't decided whether to take legal action. By ED RUNYAN
Blue Jackets lose
Blue Jackets lose Rookie Jeff Carter scored the go-ahead goal early in the second period and
U.S., Europe must act to defuse Iran threat
Opinion: By Alan Isenberg Los Angeles Times Over the last four years, and especially under radical new
Millions are expected to feel temporary bite
Legislation addressing the issue won't wrap up until '06, a lawmaker said. WASHINGTON (AP) --
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA TUESDAY'S OTHER GAMES WIZARDS 94, NETS 74 WASHINGTON CHUCKY ATKINS HAD 12
Authorities seek woman charged in fire of own home
BOARDMAN -- A state agency has issued a warrant for the arrest of a woman injured in an August
Giving bad grade can return to haunt you
Opinion: By Rosa Brooks Los Angeles Times This week, I'll be giving a final exam to 80 law students, and
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Grandview Victory 6.802.602.40 Silky Tag (A Merriman)2.402.20
Howland defeats Fitch for 5th win
HOWLAND -- The Howland High girls basketball team put its winning streak on the line -- and
Unbeaten Campbell tops Lakeview, 47-42
Boardman beat Rayen, while Warren Harding routed Beaver Local. CORTLAND -- Campbell's Terrance
TUESDAY'S RESULTS
TUESDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORES Boardman 64, Rayen 58 Wilson 62, Fitch 56
Sorenstam wins honor in Europe
She took the European Golf Writers Trophy for the second time. LONDON (AP) -- Annika Sorenstam has
Council allows 4 gas wells to be drilled on city's land
The mayor included these wells in his plan for recovery from fiscal emergency. By JOHN W. GOODWIN
Sprinter banned in drug scandal
American Tim Montgomery had his world record wiped away also. LONDON (AP) -- Tim Montgomery's 100-
BASEBALL
BASEBALL AMERICAN LEAGUE BALTIMORE ORIOLES--AGREED TO TERMS WITH C RAMON HERNANDEZ ON A FOUR-
Weather causes shortage of blood
In recent days, communities across the region awoke to a winter wonderland, canceling blood
ON TOUR THIS WEEK'S GOLF EVENTS
PGA EUROPEAN TOUR/SUNSHINE TOUR South African Open George, South Africa Schedule: Thursday-Sunday.
BE SPECIFIC IN YOUR SEARCH; "PASTA AND TOMATOES," FOR EXAMPLE, WILL YIELD HUNDREDS OF OPTIONS.
Be specific in your search; "pasta and tomatoes," for example, will yield hundreds of options.
'Brokeback' garners seven nominations
The 'Desperate Housewives' stars also were nominated. By RICK PORTER Zap2it.com Fresh off
'Doughnut hole' lapse in coverage means more out of pocket for many
Critics say the government could have offered continuous coverage. Orlando Sentinel ORLANDO,
Insurgents aim to take part in political process
Iraqi nationalists have been working to be distinguished from Al-Qaida. Chicago Tribune BAGHDAD,
A cure for the Blues? St. Louis snaps streak
Pittsburgh was shut out for the third time this season. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Keith Tkachuk and Jamal
BLANCHE BALTES RALPH RUGGIERO
BLANCHE BALTES RALPH RUGGIERO XYOUNGSTOWN -- The marriage of Blanche M. Baltes and Ralph A.
Bill would change laws on construction dumps
Two local lawmakers voiced their support of the bill. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
"Without an apology and atonement for these senseless and brutal killings, there can be no
Opinion: "Without an apology and atonement for these senseless and brutal killings, there can be no
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x 10 8 4 u 8 7 5 v K Q 10 5 4 w A Q WEST EAST x A
Bill allows transfer of YSU land
The measure would help develop the Smoky Hollow neighborhood. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
SENATOR AND ROCKER MEET FOR A COMMON CAUSE
Senator and rocker meet for a common cause CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Bono and Jesse Helms? Not only are
Search engine finds tasteful solutions for any ingredient
Swiss chard and salmon inspired an early user to search for a recipe online. By Andrea Sachs
More money needed for cases, judge says
Judge Beth Smith seeks almost $900,000 for salaries and wage increaes. By DEBORA SHAULIS
"Christmas in Washington" (8 p.m., TNT): Performances by Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood, The Click
"Christmas in Washington" (8 p.m., TNT): Performances by Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood, The Click
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 14, the 348th day of 2005. There are 17 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Dec. 14, the 348th day of 2005. There are 17 days left in the year. On this date
Police investigate woman who tried to spend fake bills
Counterfeit bills have been a frequent problem lately. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF
Many extol killer's life
A few death penalty proponents complained the victims were being forgotten. Knight Ridder
MOHAWK SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Mohawk School Board did the following at its meeting Monday: Agreed to follow the Pennsylvania
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& lt;B & gt;BALASH, & lt;/B & gt; Steve, 88, of Hubbard; calling hours Friday from 5
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Lori King and Andrew Otto Goist, Poland, girl, Dec. 12. Louis
Bettis always there when team needs him in the clutch
He hasn't been the starter the last three years, but is always ready. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Indonesia confirms death from bird flu
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) -- Indonesia confirmed its ninth human death from bird flu Tuesday, and
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES N.Y. JETS 26, OAKLAND 10 TENNESSEE 13, HOUSTON 10 PITTSBURGH 21, CHICAGO 9
GOP working to salvage plan
Rep. Roy Blunt said leaders don't want to rush a year-end series of bills to Bush. WASHINGTON (AP)
Williams will name CDA chief
Jay Williams quit the city CDA job to run for mayor. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: Bob Zany. When: 9:30 p.m. Friday and 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday. Where: The
South Side woman robbed in her driveway
YOUNGSTOWN -- A South Side woman was robbed when she returned to her residence shortly after 7:30
Probe heads to ethics commission
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Pennsylvania Auditor General Jack Wagner is referring to the State Ethics
3 children, woman found dead in residence
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) -- Police found the bodies of a woman and three children in a home early
Ingredient queries yield unexpected experiences
WASHINGTON POST NO TWO GOOGLE COOKS -- OR EXPERIENCES -- ARE ALIKE. WHEN WASHINGTON POST STAFF
Congress approves bill to create dollar coins
WASHINGTON (AP) -- New dollar coins featuring all 37 of the nation's dead presidents will begin
Youngstown Links holds luncheon
HOWLAND -- Youngstown Chapter Links Inc. held its Christmas gift-giving luncheon Dec. 4 at the Chop
Struthers man charged in shooting
YOUNGSTOWN -- Donell J. Rowe, 26, of Grant Street, Struthers, surrendered to police and was
Springfield is back after 24-year hiatus
LOS ANGELES TIMES A FAMILIAR FACE IS ROAMING THE HALLS OF ABC'S DAYTIME SOAP "GENERAL HOSPITAL":
Are the Dallas Cowboys playing fair?
Opinion: By STAR PARKER Scripps Howard News Service Legendary businessman J. Paul Getty once said that he
2005-06 COLLEGE BOWL SCHEDULE
2005-06 college Bowl Schedule Tuesday, Dec. 20 New Orleans Bowl At Lafayette, La. Payout:
Vick leads Falcons to 36-17 win
He also suffered bruised ribs against New Orleans. ATLANTA (AP) -- Michael Vick shed the brace he
Trustees OK adding 5 police cars to fleet
Using state purchasing removes appearances of favoritism, the chief said. BOARDMAN -- The township
Leaders: Quick exit would cause chaos
Iraqi politicians differed in their perspectives on U.S. and foreign troops. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Officials agree to comply
A touch-screen voting system may be too costly, says a commissioner. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
Sexually abusive teacher may not be off the hook
Editorial: Just when it appeared that the criminal justice system in Tampa Fla., had lost touch with reality
Whistle-blower lawsuit concludes
Both sides agreed not to talk about the settlement. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Has anti-terrorism push gone too far?
Opinion: By PAUL C. CAMPOS Scripps Howard News Service The reaction to the shooting death of Rigoberto
TODAY
TODAY 2 p.m. (FSN Pitt) Golf: "This is the PGA Tour." 7:30 p.m. (FSN Ohio) NBA: "Cavaliers Fast
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY FALCONS 36, SAINTS 17 NEW ORLEANS31400--17 ATLANTA71496--36 FIRST
FUNNY FARM Zany to let his audience decide what will be funny
The humorist has found a home in radio. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Goats and
THURSDAY
THURSDAY XCroatian Home St. George Lodge 66 will hold a pasta dinner from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the
Thousands struggle amid touted growth
One small town will lose 650 jobs when an aluminum mill closes near the holiday. Chicago Tribune
Company's test score reports had flaws
Twenty-two seniors were given false failing grades. By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS AP Statehouse
Rash of holdups on South Side continues
YOUNGSTOWN -- The string of holdups on the South Side continues. A clerk at the Rite Aid on
BEACHLAND BALLROOM Ohio welcomes Prodigals to 'home away from home'
The band recorded its first live album at the venue. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
LISA GLOZER BRAD STRAIGHT
LISA GLOZER BRAD STRAIGHT XYOUNGSTOWN -- St. Columba Cathedral provided the setting at 2 p.m. Nov.
'Embarrassing effort' leaves Cavs frustrated
The lowly Hawks surprised Cleveland with a 100-94 win. CLEVELAND (AP) -- In every NBA season there
Villanova turns back Penn for 7th victory
No. 4 Louisville remained unbeaten through six games. Associated Press PHILADELPHIA -- Allan Ray
Flyers topple Columbus, 3-1
Philadelphia was playing without several top players. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Philadelphia Flyers coach
Officials meet to discuss zoning around airport
Zoning at the airport is based on Federal Aviation Administration rules. By TIM YOVICH
Expatriates excited to cast their ballots
For many, driving several hours seemed like a small sacrifice to make. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) --