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NBA ROUNDUP Friday's games
Heat 112, 76ers 105 PHILADELPHIA -- Dwyane Wade scored 32 points, and Shaquille O'Neal had 21
HELOISE Basket will hold goodies for your pet
Dear Readers: Did you know that pet accessories are a booming industry? Almost everyone who has a
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Send anonymous letter about possible theft
Dear Annie: I work for a small, family-owned company. I am convinced that the married couple who
Who says there's a 'war' on Christmas?
Opinion: By RUTH MARCUS WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- I've been hearing about this "War on Christmas," so
FRIDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES
FRIDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN SOUTH Ferrum 63, Davis & amp; Elkins 56 Montevallo 59,
MICHAEL J. LACIVITA It was tough sledding during the Depression
Opinion: Reflecting on my childhood Christmas Day experiences of the Great Depression, I felt the only being
TODAY'S GAMES
TODAY'S GAMES Tampa Bay at New England, 1:30 p.m. Kansas City at N.Y. Giants, 5 p.m. Denver at
SPIRITUAL GREETINGS Demand grows for religious yule cards
Interest in spirituality has grown even though church attendance has dropped. By MELISSA RAYWORTH
Colts like 'The Streak' hype
Indianapolis is one win away from becoming the second team to go 14-0. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Forget
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Megan Owens, Girard, girl, Dec. 15. Bryan and Linda Zink,
FLORIDA Murky lake may cloud economy
Hurricane Wilma took its toll on the second-largest lake in the contiguous United States. By SUSAN
NAIA CHAMPIONSHIP Title game rematch is battle of unbeatens
St. Francis (Ind.) and Carroll (Mont.) both played in the title game last year. SAVANNAH, Tenn.
A step forward
A step forward The Mahoning Valley Phantoms took a giant step toward respectability within the
LAWRENCE CO. Housing group chief resigns
Affordable Housing paid more for six houses than they are worth. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
PREP PREVIEW \ Wrestling
CANFIELD Coach: Dean Conley 2004-05 record: 9-10 Who's back: Senior lettermen: District qualifier
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV, which provides educational services to public
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV, which provides educational services to public
SCOTT SHALAWAY Winter water will work wonders for birds
Water sustains all life. Without it, plants could not convert sunlight into sugars, animals could
IRAQI ELECTION In U.S., about 12% of expatriates vote
Wintry weather and weekday voting suppressed turnout, coordinator said. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Voter
Blessing of homes
Blessing of homes WARREN -- The Rev. John A. Rencewicz II, pastor of Holy Cross Polish National
Militants: Inactivity was to keep Sunnis from harm
An Islamic Army in Iraq statement said it expected Sunni Arabs would vote. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- A
Group charged in scheme to defraud Medicare
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Two doctors and several businessmen have been charged in a multimillion-
YOUNGSTOWN STATE | Degree Candidates
Because the list of Youngstown State University candidates had to be prepared in advance, it is
PITTSBURGH Changes don't do much for the Penguins
Buffalo's 4-3 win ruined Michel Therrien's debut as coach. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Despite a new
SUSAN THOMPSON TIMOTHY LEETCH
SUSAN THOMPSON TIMOTHY LEETCH XBOARDMAN -- Susan M. Thompson and Timothy E. Leetch, both of 3214
Zips at Motor City Bowl
Zips at Motor City Bowl AKRON -- University of Akron alumni and members of the general public can
Computer: 1971 Neshaminy best-ever
Joe Namath's 1960 Beaver Falls team was among the finalists in the tournament. LEVITTOWN, Pa. (AP)
BRIDGE
Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x 7 3 u Q J 7 6 3 2 v J 7 3 w 8 5 The bidding has proceeded:
Hadzovic gets 38, but Campbell wins
The 6-7 Howland player also had 11 rebounds and five blocked shots. By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR
Officials OK $4M for 1st quarter of 2006
Commissioners may have budget hearings to discuss officeholders' spending. By D.A. WILKINSON
Struthers to play Columbiana for Holiday crown
STRUTHERS -- With its 42-27 victory over Mathews Friday, the Struthers High girls basketball team
Hagan in debt despite raising most funds
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Robert F. Hagan raised and spent more
CHL SteelHounds squander chances, suffer first shutout of the season
WINDSOR, Colo. -- The Youngstown SteelHounds (10-13-1) had too many missed opportunities on Friday
Michigan State survives scare
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- Shannon Brown scored a career-high 27 points and No. 12 Michigan State
Suing for Beatles royalties
Suing for Beatles royalties LONDON -- Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and relatives of their Beatles'
Third man reported dead after explosion
BERGENFIELD, N.J. (AP) -- A man who failed to pick up his daughter from school as expected has been
Allyson Shultz, Mark Tomko to wed Feb. 4 in Salem
XSALEM -- Herb and Denise Shultz, 234 Appleridge Road, are announcing the engagement of their
BASEBALL Nomar nears decision on L.A.
The Royals signed ex-Indians pitcher Scott Elarton. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES -- Nomar
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY CINDY LOUISE RICHARDS, DAUGHTER OF MARY AND LARRY RICHARDS OF
SEATTLE Mariners ready to get Washburn
SEATTLE (AP) -- The Seattle Mariners are nearing a four-year deal with free-agent pitcher Jarrod
YOUNGSTOWN No one punished for assault on boy, mother says
Karen Mabone said older kids attacked her son, 6, on a bus. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict James Jackson on a charge of theft. The grand jury
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict James Jackson on a charge of theft. The grand jury
Man guilty of murder in university shooting
Norman Wallace, a graduate student from Youngstown, was shot to death. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A former
Man gets sentenced on 23 rape counts
MERCER, Pa. -- A Grove City man will serve 10 to 20 years in prison for 23 counts of rape, indecent
Foundation to fund Leonard Kirtz party
AUSTINTOWN -- The Van Sickle Foundation for "R" Kids will again sponsor the Christmas party for the
HOMEMADE Kitchens of professional chefs are often copied by remodelers
Baby-boomers with a disposable incomes are investing in the makeovers. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
People chip in to replace stolen gifts
URBANCREST, Ohio (AP) -- People who heard that 450 toys for needy children were stolen from a
Turnpike accident kills Valley woman
A Campbell woman was killed Thursday afternoon after being ejected from the minivan in which she was
NHL ROUNDUP Friday's other game
Blackhawks 5, Blues 1 CHICAGO -- Mark Bell, Martin Lapointe and Andy Hilbert each had a goal and
Ridge, Reserve remain unbeaten
Lisbon beat Leetonia in a Tri-County League game. NORTH LIMA -- A 31-3 second quarter surge helped
Congressman hosts nominees' breakfast
NILES -- U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan was to host a breakfast today at McMenamy's for his nominees to military
Saddam and the missing ears
Opinion: Scripps Howard News Service: We have Saddam Hussein to thank for spotlighting an otherwise rather
DIVISION I-AA CHAMPIONSHIP Appalachian State stops N. Iowa
It was the first championship for the Mountaineers. CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) -- Jason Hunter
Zoning appeals board revokes permit
MINERAL RIDGE -- Weathersfield Township Board of Zoning Appeals voted 5-0 Thursday to revoke a
h'West Wing' actor dies
h'West Wing' actor dies LOS ANGELES -- John Spencer, who played a dedicated politico on "The West
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL FRIDAY'S SCORES AREA Liberty 69, Chaney 57 JFK 96, Girard 55 Massillon Perry
Getting a better view of what to expect in Iraq
Editorial: President Bush certainly won bragging rights in Thursday's elections in Iraq. The turnout,
WEST BRANCH Show choir will tour during holiday season
BELOIT -- The West Branch High School & quot;Young & amp; Alive & quot; show choir
HOW HE SEES IT A war on Christmas is being waged
Opinion: By JAY AMBROSE SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Bill O'Reilly and John Gibson of Fox News say
PREVIEW \ Today's games
TAMPA BAY at NEW ENGLAND Time: 1:30 p.m. TV/radio: (17/62) (8) (53) WBBW-AM (1240) Key matchup:
PHANTOMS Mahoning Valley topples U.S. team 5-3
Marc Menzione had two goals, while Owen Meyer, Drew Satterley and Anthony Ciraulo each had one. By
Police charge teens in theft from display
HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) -- Police said they charged two teenagers Friday with stealing the baby Jesus
"The Santa Clause" (8 p.m., ABC): OK, so it's not the best holiday film ever made, but "The Santa
"The Santa Clause" (8 p.m., ABC): OK, so it's not the best holiday film ever made, but "The Santa
NEWS SHOWS Lineup of guests
Here's the guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- Sen. John McCain,
NOTEBOOK \ Penn State football
Posluszny's future: There's at least one more game left in linebacker Paul Posluszny's collegiate
ERIN KEATING JOE HANNAFORD
ERIN KEATING JOE HANNAFORD XCANFIELD -- The Rev. Terry Hazel officiated as Erin Keating and Joe
Postseason on the line for Steelers
PITTSBURGH -- Despite a mediocre conference record that could eventually bring their season to an
Vikes hope to minimize fallout
Despite dealing with the Love Boat, the team has managed to stay competitive on the field. EDEN
Ex-cheerleader pleads not guilty
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- A former Carolina Panthers cheerleader pleaded not guilty to three charges
Designs on wafers
Designs on wafers kHoliday designs are imprinted on oplatki, Christmas wafers that are part of the
GINA DIGIACOBBE GENO PAGE
GINA DIGIACOBBE GENO PAGE XCORTLAND -- The marriage of Gina DiGiacobbe, daughter of Don and Cheryl
WAR ON TERROR Official: President authorized eavesdropping program
The intelligence official would not provide details on the operations. WASHINGTON (AP) --
DAN HAWKINS Colorado inks Boise St. coach to 5-year deal
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) -- Colorado hired Dan Hawkins as its coach Friday, giving him responsibility for
CHALKS & amp; 'DOGS Pro picks
Tampa Bay (+ 4 1/2) at New England: Tom Brady and Foxborough over Chris Simms and the warm-weather
STOCK MARKET Stocks close lower on 'quadruple-witching day'
NEW YORK (AP) -- Stocks closed lower Friday as markets followed what has become a pattern at the
Official: Opportunities are here
Anthony D'Ambrosio worries high schoolers feel there's no reason to stay. By ED RUNYAN
STRUTHERS Arson ruled as cause of business fire
Officials said the blaze was likely set to conceal a theft of firearms and money. By WILLIAM K.
CANFIELD Parish sells items -- all in good time
Collector watches are just in time for the holidays. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR RELIGION
DAVID WATERS December: A potpourri of holidays -- and complications
A friend sent me a Happy Holidays card a couple of Decembers ago. Inside, it said: "Merry
Sharing Christmas wafers remains cherished custom
The customs bridge the generations and unite families. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR RELIGION
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Ohio: call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.
TOM SCHAEFER Don't forget reason for the season
Is "ho, ho, ho" the shortened version of "holy, holy, holy"? Just thinking out loud ... Last
YSU Agency looks at possible conflict
Hunter Morrison defended his relationship with the Urban Design Center. By HAROLD GWIN
Miss Martucci, Shawn Mitchell to wed in autumn
XCORTLAND -- Marla Ann Martucci and Shawn Patrick Mitchell, both of 3119 Bradley Brownlee Road, are
ABC's 'Desperate Housewives' heads to China
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "Desperate Housewives" may play in Peoria and Australia but will it be a hit in
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PENN STATE Nittany Lions finally free to talk
The players are anticipating the Orange Bowl. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Finished with finals and
FIGHT SCHEDULE
FIGHT SCHEDULE Today At Berlin, Germany, John Ruiz, Chelsea, Mass., vs. Nicolay Valuev, Russia,
OSU LAWSUIT O'Brien plans to fight accusations of NCAA violations
His lawsuit against Ohio State wrapped up on Friday. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Former Ohio State basketball
CASE WESTERN RESERVE Man guilty of murder in university shooting
Norman Wallace, a graduate student from Youngstown, was shot to death. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A former
MURDER RATE 4 slayings add to concerns about crime
Youngstown's rate is up slightly from more recent years. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS BOSTON -- The
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Area officials chosen to work bowls
Julius Livas, Rob Luklan, Stan Evans and Jim Visingardi will officiate. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning
CHRISTMAS SERVICES \ In the area
BAPTIST Austintown Baptist Church, 1180 S. Raccoon Road, Austintown: "A Family Night at Christmas"
Man who ran stop sign arrested after crashing
Man who ran stop sign arrested after crashing LAKE MILTON -- Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers
STAGG BOWL Raiders going for title No. 8
Mount Union won championships in 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001 and 2002. ASSOCIATED PRESS
TaShawn Walker's play leads 5-0 JFK
Girard missed its first dozen shots from the floor. By JIM FLICK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
YSU COMMENCEMENT Couple earn doctoral degrees
James and Rebecca Shevchenko have 60 years of teaching between them. YOUNGSTOWN -- James and
LOS ANGELES Reggie Bush may announce future after Rose Bowl
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Reggie Bush practiced Friday for the first time since winning the Heisman
ROUNDUP News and notes
Steelers: cornerback Deshea Townsend has been upgraded to probable despite a sprained neck and is
Free throw advantage helps lift East Palestine
The Bulldogs are 1-1 after the win while United is 1-3. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
CONFIDENTIALITY LAWSUIT Lawyers to distribute 508 plaintiffs' awards
Most of those who sued will get about $500. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
RELIGIOUS RESOURCES Reference works provide crucial insight into Christian church
By RICHARD N. OSTLING AP RELIGION WRITER We don't know the exact day Christ was born, so why
JIMMY STURR Polka king draws wrath for Americanizing genre
Sturr is in the running for his 15th Grammy Award. LOS ANGELES TIMES After a year in exile, the
No contest: McKinley by 82
The defending Division I state champions were too much for Austintown Fitch. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
Kershaw lifts Liberty to win
Even with 27 points from Andrew Bobalik, East Liverpool lost to Poland. LIBERTY -- Liberty senior
Power to hit goals is within, speaker says
When a dream fails, set a new standard, Samuel Glenn told the students. By PETER H. MILLIKEN