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Nick News special looks at kids and television
Nick News special looks at kids and television Americans are watching more television than ever --
Sale of treatment plant prohibited
The mayor said he doubts Aqua Ohio will hold its offer until November. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN and
Landfills are threats
Opinion: Landfills are threats EDITOR: Girard United Against Ruinous Dumping (GUARD) has voiced its
After suspension, Tim Montgomery decides to retire
The sprinter said he doesn't want to be look upon as a cheat. By BOB BAUM AP SPORTS WRITER
Appliance causes fire
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Firefighters contained a structure fire to an upstairs bedroom at 587
USA PATRIOT ACT Momentum is away from renewal
Sixteen provisions are set to expire by the end of this month. WASHINGTON (AP) -- In Congress,
HICE STORM IN THE SOUTH CAUSES POWER OUTAGES
hIce storm in the South causes power outages Columbia, S.C. -- Ice encases berries and leaves on a
There are ethical flaws in selection of gender
Opinion: By ELLEN M. McGEE LONG ISLAND Newsday Humans always have cared about the gender of their
NFL STANDINGS
NFL STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE EastWLTPctPFPA New England850.615294289 Miami670.462242261
Jay Williams' inauguration set for public ceremony downtown
The mayor-elect will hold a formal celebration Jan. 6. YOUNGSTOWN -- The inauguration of Mayor-
Fall Out Boy takes pop route
The group earned a Grammy nomination for best new artist. NEW YORK (AP) -- Fall Out Boy had every
Report concludes Bush, officials had more information
The report doesn't cite examples of differences. combined dispatches WASHINGTON -- A new
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark N. Parry, 35, of 4237 New Road, Austintown, and
Democrats support Marc Dann
So far, one GOP candidate has set his sights on the top law enforcement spot. By JEFF ORTEGA
Tiger trouncing: LSU topples OSU
The third-ranked Tigers never trailed after the opening six minutes. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Seimone
athletic groups
athletic groups XMcDonald Sideliners will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Sunday in the Blue
Commissioners hire consultant for indoor track
Commissioners approved a waterline extension in Bazetta Township. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
S. Korean researcher accused of fabrication
A scientist was pressured to fake data for a cloning paper, a co-author said. NEW YORK (AP) -- New
Funding available for sewer line
The status of a proposed waterline in Petersburg is uncertain. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
ICE HOCKEY Carolina downer: Slumping Jackets fall to Hurricanes
Rod Brind'Amour scored twice for Carolina in the 2-1 victory. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Carolina
HOCKEY Bettman: NHL salary cap to increase
The cap will rise to between $40 million and $45 million. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- The salary cap
Accused employee loses job
Necklaces and bracelets were taken, the homeowner told police. STRUTHERS -- A Mahoning County
Prison board hires deputy warden for jail
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Lawrence County Prison Board has hired a new deputy warden for the county
A COLUMBIANA COUNTY GRAND JURY RECENTLY INDICTED TWO MEN ON CHARGES OF AGGRAVATED ROBBERY STEMMING FROM THE NOV. 16 ASSAULT ON A PIZZA DELIVERYMAN. JOSHUA M. COURTNEY, 19, OF JIMTOWN ROAD, EAST
A Columbiana County grand jury recently indicted two men on charges of aggravated robbery stemming
Master P steps in for son
Master P steps in for son NEW YORK -- Master P will fill the dancing shoes of his teen rapper son,
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Brian and Mary Skinner, Campbell, girl, Dec. 14. Bradley and
Pens ready for change
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If nothing else, the image best reflects the changing state of the Pittsburgh
COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW MOUNT UNION VS. WISCONSIN-WHITEWATER
What: NCAA Division III championship (Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl). Where: Salem, Va. When: Saturday, 1
Lemieux expects to play tonight
The Penguins owner-captain practiced Thursday, the first time since Dec. 7. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Appalachian State meets Northern Iowa tonight
Both teams will be making their first appearance in the I-AA title game. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP)
Budget cut $140,000 due to lower enrollment
Employee raises are primarily offset by tapping a $2 million reserve account. By HAROLD GWIN
Departing member points out accomplishments of school board
By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT MINERAL RIDGE -- Outgoing board member Dr. Douglas
Man seen carrying gun near Creekside Golf Dome
Police are unsure if the gun was loaded in the bar. GIRARD -- A Warren man will be arraigned
Steelers thumb saga goes on
The quarterback says the injury is bad, but Cowher won't talk about it. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Thursday's other game Spurs 90, Timberwolves 88 MINNEAPOLIS -- Michael Finley
Time has come to rebuild Afghanistan
Opinion: By John C. Bersia Orlando Sentinel In recent days, Coca-Cola, Norwegian Prime Minister Jens
Williams will be judged by his appointees
Opinion: Youngstown Mayor-elect Jay Williams won't take office until Jan. 1, but he is already under the
Checklist can help keep dryer running well
Dear Readers: Here's an annual checkup checklist for your clothes dryer. Even if it's working fine,
Agency, union struggle for pact
The workers are barred by state law from striking. NEW YORK (AP) -- With a midnight deadline
Members take over tourism bureau
The mayor proposed having the bureau lease a historic city building. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Top-ranked Tennessee rolls past Louisiana Tech
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Shanna Zolman scored 21 points and Candace Parker had 18 points and seven
Iran tests leaders' patience
Palestinians distanced themselves from comments made by Iran's president. BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP)
Perjury count won't be filed locally, Gains says
Edward Sturgeon, who admitted to two sex acts, has resigned his position. By PATRICIA MEADE
'For Browns Fans Only' comes at right price
It can be read on the Internet or purchased at a discounted rate. "For Browns Fans Only" by Rich
Four receive scholarships from MRTA
BOARDMAN -- Mahoning Retired Teachers Association awarded $1,000 scholarships to four education
Additional $1.5 billion sought for rebuilding
Officials can't promise that the levees will withstand a Category 5 hurricane. Chicago Tribune
Looking for a credible Case
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Give Steve Case credit for consistency. He was wrong six years ago, when he
Cowboy boots are not just for the Wild West
Western stores find latest trend in footwear is a real business boon. Washington Post The cowboy
Tondo's 20 helps McDonald stays perfect, defeat Sebring
Lowellville and South Range also are unbeaten in Inter-County League games. SEBRING -- Ashleigh
Christmas album is just fun
This collection of standards is likely to find its way into CD players at parties. NEW YORK (AP)
Surplus food Dec. 17 Saturday
Surplus food Dec. 17 Saturday Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road,
AROUND THE NHL
AROUND THE NHL Thursday's other games Stars 2, Senators 0 OTTAWA -- Marty Turco earned his
SEQUEL Christmas, chaos wed in Hallmark's 'Meet the Santas'
Ernest, the head elf, is anxious to see Santa marry before Christmas Eve. ZAP2IT.COM The
49ERS Barlow feels he's top back
The San Francisco starter isn't concerned about his team going after Reggie Bush. SANTA CLARA,
A SUMMARY OF RECENT REPORTED CRIME IN GIRARD AND LIBERTY:
A summary of recent reported crime in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD Dec. 10 Theft: A man in the
Local 1176 PAC is allowed to endorse candidates
The PAC requested a determination in writing from the commission. BOARDMAN -- A month after the
Ridership up despite lower federal funds
November ridership increased 6 percent from last year. By KANTELE FRANKO VINDICATOR staff
Fragment of one gene significant in determining one's skin color
Scientists say the findings could have implications for cancer treatments. Knight Ridder
Both vulnerable. East deals.
Both vulnerable. East deals. NORTH x K J 7 6 u K 6 v A Q w A Q 10 8 6 WEST EAST x Q 5
101st Christmas Bird Count scheduled
CANFIELD -- Calling all bird watchers: The 101st Christmas Bird Count will be Saturday. The area
Cleveland inks Davis to 5-year extension
The former fifth-round pick leads the team in tackles. BEREA (AP) -- Linebacker Andra Davis signed
NFL Four Vikings charged in bawdy boat party
Daunte Culpepper, Bryant McKinnie and Fred Smoot face jail time if convicted. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) --
Presidential reversal: Senate measure accepted
The White House agreed to the ban after the House of Representatives endorsed it. Knight Ridder
Vandals shoot out windows in 3 cars
YOUNGSTOWN -- Vandals apparently used BB guns to shoot out windows in three vehicles at separate
Country ends food aid program
An agency has delivered $1.7 billion in assistance during a 10-year period. Knight Ridder
PITTSBURGH Hernandez, Pirates finalize one-year deal
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Right-handed reliever Roberto Hernandez finalized his $2.75 million, one-year
Chevrolet Centre to be site of blood drive
YOUNGSTOWN -- The American Red Cross and Channel 33 News will sponsor a blood drive today from 6
More changes in store for Apple's popular iPod
New technological advances are on the way. Scripps Howard Apple's iPod is the most popular
Lawmakers approve new bill to tighten rules for employers
The debate was sharply partisan and at times bitter. Washington Post WASHINGTON -- The House
More changes are in store for Apple's popular model
SCRIPPS HOWARD APPLE'S IPOD IS THE MOST POPULAR DIGITAL MEDIA PLAYER IN AMERICA, ACCOUNTING FOR
County to add patrols
County to add patrols YOUNGSTOWN -- Most police departments in Mahoning County will add extra
XBOX 360 GAMES | Quick takes
If you've scored an Xbox 360, some actual games are going to be the next logical purchase. Eighteen
Prisoner cleared, released after 7 years
DNA evidence was key in a decision to drop charges. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A prosecutor on Thursday
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Accept husband as he is, or choose to leave
Dear Annie: I have been married for 23 years to a "wonderful" man. He is a good provider and a good
"We all are going to vote. We will waste not a single vote. We do not want to repeat the last
Opinion: "We all are going to vote. We will waste not a single vote. We do not want to repeat the last
Many swarm polls to vote
Election officials said that more than 10 million of 15 million registered voters had cast ballots.
nation
NATION BIG APPLE TURMOIL? KTHE NATION'S LARGEST TRANSIT SYSTEM COULD BE IN CHAOS TODAY IF NEW
FOUR PROGRAMS RELATING TO THE CELEBRATION OF KWANZAA ARE PLANNED IN YOUNGSTOWN.
Four programs relating to the celebration of Kwanzaa are planned in Youngstown. A pre-Kwanzaa
Wintry mix takes toll on Ohioans
ASSOCIATED PRESS HEAVY SNOW CLOAKED PARTS OF OHIO ON THURSDAY, FORCING SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS AND
NEW YORK (AP) -- Master P will fill the dancing shoes of his teen rapper son, Romeo, who has dropped out of ABC's reality competition "Dancing With the Stars" because of a basketball injury.
NEW YORK (AP) -- Master P will fill the dancing shoes of his teen rapper son, Romeo, who has dropped
Primary calendar needs to be fixed
Opinion: Headlines from the latest Democratic Party commission focused on the fact that foes failed to kill
Residents removed from group home
Authorities have visited the home due to previous complaints. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
iPod: a blank canvas
By TIMOTHY McNULTY Scripps Howard It's not so much that anyone sane would want an $840 Valentino
Girard's budget crisis will require extreme measures
Editorial: If the 2006 budget appropriations approved by the state fiscal oversight panel remain unchanged, the
Catholic bishop opposes suits over old abuse cases
Church officials have been lobbying against the bill since it passed in March. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Emmert tops Little All-American
Mount Union's Ross Watson of Fitch was a first-team selection. By RALPH D. RUSSO AP Sports
VFW Post 4192 auxiliary wins contest
MINERAL RIDGE -- Members of VFW Post 4192 Auxiliary were the winners in two categories at the
'MIRACLE ON EASY STREET' Cast gives creative performances
Unique arrangements of the usual songs are highlights of the show. BY L. CROW VINDICATOR
Olczyk fired by Pens; Therrien takes over
Pittsburgh's 8-17-6 start this season was the main reason. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Former player Eddie
Sewing guild seats new slate of officers
NILES -- Niles Chapter of the American Sewing Guild held its annual holiday party and installation
Convicted felon can serve as Salineville councilman
LISBON -- Columbiana County Prosecutor Robert Herron says a man with a felony theft conviction can
With a little added help, she connects to Santa
Danielle Johnson, 7, tells Santa Claus what she would like for Christmas from her room at Forum
Campbell man arrested in break-in attempt
BOARDMAN -- Police arrested a Campbell man, accusing him of trying to break into a Southern
Amish widower loses $67,000 in sex scam
A prostitute and her boyfriend remain in jail. CHARDON, Ohio (AP) -- A 75-year-old Amish widower,
Prosecutor, sheriff seek more funds
The sheriff's budget doesn't include restoring road patrols. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF
Today is Friday, Dec. 16, the 350th day of 2005. There are 15 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 16, the 350th day of 2005. There are 15 days left in the year. On this date in
"Biography of the Year 2005" (8 p.m., A & amp;E): This special revisits the biggest events
"Biography of the Year 2005" (8 p.m., A & amp;E): This special revisits the biggest events and
Officials to consolidate several voting precincts
The county is still undecided on what voting system to use. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
Worship of Mammon abounds
Opinion: By ROBERT WHITCOMB Providence Journal It's interesting how, in the end, it all comes down to
Hornets prepare to play first game back home in La.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- P.J. Brown knows firsthand the horrors that Hurricane Katrina brought on New
BOYS BASKETBALL
BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORE WILSON 52, COLUMBIANA 48 OHIO CLE. E. 61, CLE. MAX HAYES 51
It's victory for Ohio siblings on 'Amazing Race'
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Four siblings who won a televised cross-country race say they'll share their
Her couture handbags are regarded as fashion accessories by the rich and famous.
Her couture handbags are regarded as fashion accessories by the rich and famous. Knight Ridder
Associated Press
Associated Press MUSICAL QUARTET: Members of the music group Fall Out Boy have sold more than a
PENNSYLVANIA Legislative discord stalls property-tax cuts
The Senate approved a measure, but the House must continue discussion. HARRISBURG (AP) --
Ruling party's base erodes
The Fatah Party's problems could aid Hamas in the new parliament. HADARIM PRISON, Israel (AP) --
ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION Legislation makes slow progress
Representatives voted to require U.S. Border Patrol uniforms to be made in the U.S. WASHINGTON
Studies indicate earth is warming up quickly
The analyses were based on November data and projections for December. Washington Post
Man heads back to prison after release
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 21-year-old city man who committed crimes while on emergency release from Mahoning
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . THIS AND THAT FROM THE WORLD OF VALLEY POLITICS. WAVE AFTER WAVE: IT SEEMS THAT
Davis' pact extended
Davis' pact extended Linebacker Andra Davis signed a five-year contract extension on Thursday as
Jail officials keep up staph battle
The disease is more common in jails, hospitals, locker rooms and gyms. By VIRGINIA ROSS
Bruised but not beaten: LeBron scores 26 to help Cleveland snap a three-game skid
Damon Jones added 17 points in the 94-85 win over the Nuggets. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A banged-up