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Hearing set for Boardman woman in arson

BOARDMAN -- A woman accused of aggravated arson in an explosion and blaze at her township home will


NHL ROUNDUP | MONDAY'S GAMES

Sabres 2, Flyers 1, SO PHILADELPHIA -- Maxim Afinogenov scored for Buffalo in an extra shootout


Eaton's foul shots give Titans win over LaRoche

She made two after time had expired to give Westminster a 42-41 victory. PITTSBURGH -- Junior


Initial data suggest compromise needed

The election itself exposed the nation's deep division. Combined dispatches BAGHDAD, Iraq --


YSU

YSU Football YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown State football team finished 14th in both the final


REGION

region PNC building project aims to revitalize downtown PITTSBURGH -- PNC Financial Services


At local workshop, donations abound

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF Writer BOARDMAN -- Gifts and candy for children who are less


No action taken on creation of tax post

City officials say all union contracts have been settled. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR


TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert W. Andexler, 66, of 838 Jones Ave., Ravenna, and Linda


Heart ailment flairs up; Lemieux won't practice

The 40-year-old is expected to miss 10 days to two weeks. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mario Lemieux will be


Report: 2 fire shots into home, garage, car

YOUNGSTOWN -- City police are searching for two men who fired several shots into a home, garage and


Lakeview pressures up win

Led by strong defense, the Bulldogs handed Brookfield its first loss, 59-46. By DOUG CHAPIN


Colts are hoping to rebound after perfect season marred

The atmosphere around the Colts was different following their first loss. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The


School board accepts grants for 2 programs

One provides for after-school learning and the other for a learning study. By TIM YOVICH


State Rep. Redfern elected chairman

He garnered 88 votes; his opponent received 31. COLUMBUS (AP) -- House minority leader Chris


Man accused of fleeing, assault must post full $413,500 bond

Peterson also has a record a criminal record in Florida. YOUNGSTOWN -- Thomas L. Peterson, who


Repairing the Red Cross

Opinion: Dallas Morning News: We'll take the American Red Cross at its word -- that top executive Marsha


LEMIEUX SIDELINED

Lemieux sidelined Mario Lemieux will be out of the Pittsburgh Penguins' lineup indefinitely and


No. 18 Indiana handles Charlotte

Adam Morrison led Gonzaga to another win. ASSOCIATED PRESS CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Marco


Report: Cruise holed up to learn about Scientology

Report: Cruise holed up to learn about Scientology LOS ANGELES -- Tom Cruise's faith in


Finally, Browns get a little lucky

Rookie quarterback Charlie Frye has given the team a reason to believe. BEREA (AP) -- On a rainy,


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

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Fact-finder offers suggestion on pact

If the union rejects the proposals, the dispute will go to binding arbitration. By KANTELE FRANKO


16-member national group forms to act as an advocate for Wal-Mart

ASSOCIATED PRESS WITH BACKING FROM WAL-MART STORES INC., A GROUP OF COMMUNITY LEADERS -- FROM


Special explores heavenly theories

She speaks with the Dalai Lama and an unsuccessful suicide bomber. NEW YORK (AP) -- Proving she's


Russia takes another step toward Soviet-style control

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, the Western world breathed multiple sighs of


Trustees OK pay raises

The township police force is now at full strength with 20 full-time officers. By TIM YOVICH


South Range school board lauds 2 members

NORTH LIMA -- The South Range Board of Education recognized two of its members for their dedication


Both vulnerable. South deals.

Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x 10 7 5 u 10 9 3 v K Q J w A J 8 2 WEST EAST x Q


Drilling for oil in Alaska deserves its own vote

Editorial: If drilling for oil in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is vital to the energy independence of


Penguins finally get win, beating Akron, 58-50

Youngstown State didn't play very well but managed to get the job done. By PETE MOLLICA


Officials complete transfer of inmates to new facility

The old jail might be used as short-term holding facility, the sheriff said. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


Hundreds pay respects to 'Tookie' Williams

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Hundreds of people converged Monday on the South Los Angeles neighborhood where


Growing old with Social Security is iffy

Opinion: By MARSHA MERCER Media General News Service WASHINGTON -- "Social Security can and will be


Minority coalition forms to meet with commission

Officials fired an employee accused of burglarizing a home while on the job. By DENISE DICK


Marc Dann receives UAW endorsement

The United Auto Workers Community Action Program Council in Ohio is endorsing state Sen. Marc Dann


Show your elderly relative you care

Opinion: With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season in full swing -- shopping, gift-wrapping, attending


Finally, Ohio follows federal eggnog rules

CLEVELAND (AP) -- The holidays in Ohio finally taste a little more like they do in most other


Overseer must pay $7.8M to STRS plan

There will be another trial for punitive damages. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A jury awarded $7.8 million


Plane crash kills 19

Plane crash kills 19 kSGT. Anthony Batts of the Miami Beach Police Department lifts a crime tape


Patent protection for Lipitor excites Pfizer's investors

Some analysts were surprised by the stock's jump. NEW YORK (AP) -- A patent victory on its


Congress sticking its nose in everything

Opinion: By David Boaz Cato Institute The Bible tells us that not a sparrow falls but that God knows


NBA

Nba EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB Philadelphia1312.520-- New


2 men accused in robbery are arraigned

YOUNGSTOWN -- One of the men accused of taking part in the weekend robbery of Fast Fuel on


Plane crashes in ocean, killing at least 19 aboard

Terrorism doesn't appear to be a factor, though the FBI is looking at the crash. MIAMI BEACH, Fla.


Oil futures prices slip temporarily

VIENNA, Austria (AP) -- Oil futures prices fell Monday in response to some warmer weather in the


CAMPAIGN FINANCE

CAMPAIGN FINANCE POST-GENERAL ELECTION THE FOLLOWING ARE ADDITIONS TO THE TRUMBULL COUNTY


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Students' academic excellence rewarded

Each recipient hopes to use the money to attend a prestigious college. By TIM YOVICH Vindicator


NBA ROUNDUP | Monday's games

Bobcats 106, Kings 103, OT CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Primoz Brezec scored five of his 26 points in


USC's Reggie Bush runs away from competition

The Trojans running back earlier won the Heisman Trophy. NEW YORK (AP) -- Reggie Bush loves roller


Hubbard scores 48-35 TAC win

Liberty beat Champion 54-46 in another Trumbull Athletic Conference game. HUBBARD -- Kodi Brenner


SURPLUS FOOD 12/21

Surplus food 12/21 Grace Lutheran Food Pantry, corner of Grant and Walnut streets, East Palestine,


After 30 years, her husband suddenly develops wanderlust

Dear Annie: "Dave" and I recently celebrated our 30th anniversary. Our children are grown; we have


Bush says he needs no OK to spy on terrorist suspects

A law professor said the president violated federal law. Knight Ridder Newspapers WASHINGTON --


TC Quality Homes withdraws request

Township trustees also approved a budget for 2006. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Delphi retracts its wage proposal

The company further delayed filing a request to cancel union contracts. DETROIT (AP) -- Auto


hNetanyahu scores win in Likud Party primary

hNetanyahu scores win in Likud Party primary TEL AVIV, Israel -- Israel's newly elected Likud


State auditor presents award to school district

Around 4 percent of agencies her office audited qualified for the accolade. By HAROLD GWIN


ACADEMICS Div. I athletes graduating at a higher rate

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- More than three-fourths of Division I athletes complete their college


"I know that some of my decisions have led to terrible loss -- and not one of those decisions has

Opinion: "I know that some of my decisions have led to terrible loss -- and not one of those decisions has


STUDY Tobacco, illicit drug use among teens is down

Use of prescription drugs, however, is up for those in grades eight, 10 and 12. WASHINGTON (AP) --


Students sue over reported assaults

One of the accused students has been disciplined, the superintendent said. By ED RUNYAN


SATURDAY'S GAMES

SATURDAY'S GAMES NEW ENGLAND 28, TAMPA BAY 0 N.Y. GIANTS 27, KANSAS CITY 17 DENVER 28, BUFFALO


Wiretaps without warrants unjustified

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Few things are more disruptive to civil liberties or carry more potential for abuse


CIC weighs ending exclusive city contract

The proposal wouldn't mean the end of the CIC, its president says. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL


Monday's Basketball Scores

MONDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST ASHLAND 81, SLIPPERY ROCK 70 BUCKNELL 76, HAVERFORD 44


Formerly blazing market appears to be smoldering

Candles tend to sell well for holidays, but they were more popular in the '90s. CUMBERLAND, Maine


Montgomery: I'm staying in race, despite struggles

Her opponents' views are considered to be more conservative. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


MONDAY'S RESULTS

MONDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA SCORE Akr. Manchester 75, Western Reserve 70, OT


Johnny's restaurant is at 7807 Market St., Boardman. An article on page D14 in Thursday's editions gave an incorrect address.

Johnny's restaurant is at 7807 Market St., Boardman. An article on page D14 in Thursday's editions


Some items can be a hindrance

Dear Heloise: I just read your column about items not to donate. I am a member of a large church in


Mob boss 'The Chin' dies; was known for crazy act

He was head of the Genovese crime family, even in prison. Long Island Newsday Vincent "The Chin"


BASEBALL Garciaparra headed to first base

The longtime shortstop agreed to a one-year, $6 million deal with L.A. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS


& lt;B & gt;BARWICK, & lt;/B & gt;Mark B., 76, of Hubbard; calling

& lt;B & gt;BARWICK, & lt;/B & gt;Mark B., 76, of Hubbard; calling hours today from


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Saturday, Dec 24th. CINCINNATI14Buffalo Pittsburgh7CLEVELAND


NFL ROUNDUP | NEWS AND NOTES

Falcons: One week ago, Jim Mora said a loss to Chicago might eliminate Atlanta from the NFC playoff


The Dec. 28 meeting of the Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission, scheduled for the county annex building, 2801 Market St., Youngstown, has been canceled.

The Dec. 28 meeting of the Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission, scheduled for the county


TODAY

TODAY 2:30 p.m. (ESPN) Golf: "PGA Season Review." 4 p.m. (FSN Ohio) Boxing. 6:30 p.m. (FSN


STATE DEMOCRATS

STATE DEMOCRATS NEXT LEADER A LOOK AT THE NEW CHAIRMAN OF THE OHIO DEMOCRATIC PARTY: NAME:


SUNDAY'S LATE NFL SUMMARY

SUNDAY'S LATE NFL SUMMARY BEARS 16, FALCONS 3 Atlanta0300--3 Chicago06100--16 Second Quarter


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

thistledown results monday 1st--Mega Hit (Magrell J.) 4.002.402.10 If Not Why Not (Felix J.)


Girl recovering from strike

Rose Matzelle, 17, struggles with emotional issues and says school is tough. CHIPPEWA LAKE, Ohio


After long road, Grossman back

Chicago coach Lovie Smith said Grossman would start Sunday against Green Bay. LAKE FOREST, Ill.


STEELERS Led by defense, playoffs in reach

Pittsburgh plays the Browns and the Lions in the final two weeks. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- After losing


Unwanted births increase, federal survey shows

Also in recent years, abortions have decreased for an unexplained reason. ATLANTA (AP) -- More


2006 MASTERS

2006 MASTERS PARTIAL FIELD The 91 players who have qualified and plan to compete in the 70th


How much oil is in Alaska?

There are at least 5.6 billion barrels. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush calls it the most


The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications for establishments in our area.

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications


Eagles record fourth victory

A strong start powered Youngstown Christian past Campbell, 49-31. CAMPBELL -- The Youngstown


President of Iran bans Western music

The decision is akin to one made in 1979 by Ayatollah Khomeini. TEHRAN, Iran (AP) -- Hip-hop


Let's go bowling: New Orleans Bowl kicks off bowl year

Southern Mississippi faces underdog Arkansas State. LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) -- Southern Mississippi


INDIANS Familiar faces add depth to bullpen

The Tribe signed Danny Graves and Steve Karsay. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Eight years ago, the Cleveland


Lisbon rallies in Tri-County thriller

Erica Sims' clutch 3-point shot in the final seconds beat Crestview. By JOHN BUTERA Vindicator


Man shot in chest in stable condition

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating a shooting that sent one man to the hospital. According to


Outgoing co-worker praised for his work

An unexpected $5,000 was willed to the school district. By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR


Officials urge caution on Pa. highways

HARRISBURG -- State Police Commissioner Jeffrey B. Miller has advised motorists to drive safely and


Barbie takes beating

LONDON (AP) -- Barbie, beware. The iconic plastic doll is often mutilated at the hands of young


Lawmakers urge Taft to ease requirements

More than 3,500 enrollments will have to happen by March 1 to reach a goal. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov.


Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion

Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Sheena Shackleford and Alfred DeRose Jr.,


Today is Tuesday, Dec. 20, the 354th day of 2005. There are 11 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Dec. 20, the 354th day of 2005. There are 11 days left in the year. On this date


Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown.

Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown. CANFIELD Dec. 12 Theft: A


AGENDA

Agenda Wednesday 12/21 Newton Falls Exempted Village School Board of Education regular


Federal grant will help treat substance abuse

Ministers will participate in the substance-abuse prevention program. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR


Police look at cause of shattered window

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating an incident that left the windshield of an ambulance


WOMEN'S TOP 25 MONDAY'S GAMES

No. 2 Duke 110, Ball State 24 DURHAM, N.C. -- Allison Bales and Monique Currie each scored 18


Pa. turnpike toll to rise

Pa. turnpike toll to rise PITTSBURGH -- The toll for driving from Ohio to the Cranberry Exit on