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Censored version of show debuts for Chinese viewers
A title that translates into 'Crazy Housewives' is used. BEIJING (AP) -- Chinese broadcasters have
TUESDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES
TUESDAY'S BASKETBALL SCORES MEN EAST Clarion 53, Millersville 51 Cornell 74, Army 39
Fire at apartments displaces residents
The fire chief said the fire caused $150,000 to $200,000 in damage. By KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Mom's struggle with alcoholism is no picnic
Dear Annie: My mother has been struggling to get clean and sober for many years. Unfortunately,
U.S. soldiers follow tip to uncover more than 1,000 rockets, missiles
ZUWAD KHALAF, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. soldiers in the northern Iraqi desert dug up more than 1,000 aging
NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Devils 3, Rangers 1 NEW YORK -- Brian Gionta and Alexander Mogilny scored 16 seconds apart in the
Christmas has always been about contrasts
Opinion: By William McKenzie Dallas Morning News Let's just get this out of the way at the top: Christmas
Discovery raises possibility of reversing extinction
This is the most DNA from an ancient animal found so far. Toronto Globe and Mail Scientists have
CHRISTMAS | What's open / closed
Here's a list of the holiday hours for local, state and federal institutions and local businesses.
Stores create fantastic displays as special holiday attractions
Viewing the displays is as traditional as gift-giving. NEW YORK (AP) -- It's a holiday parade that
Priest killer's leave from mental hospital concerns town's residents
PUEBLO, Colo. (AP) -- A man who said werewolves ordered him to fatally stab two priests has been
GREEN BAY Sherman concerned only with wins
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Green Bay Packers coach Mike Sherman isn't concerned that Monday night's lopsided
CONGRESS Showdown looms for budget
Close votes are expected on two bills. WASHINGTON (AP) -- On the eve of a showdown, Senate
NFL Browns ready to play spoiler
Cleveland could knock the Steelers out of playoff contention on Saturday. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Viewing the autoworker's job in a different context
Opinion: Viewing the autoworker's job in a different context EDITOR: The combined salaries of my late
Agency's commitment stays strong, report says
Homebuyers' programs are successful, but rental properties pose problems. By NANCY TULLIS
NEOUCOM receives grant
ROOTSTOWN --Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine has received a $1.5 million grant
CSB applies for grant for job services
WARREN -- The Trumbull County Children Services Board hopes grant funds it has applied for will
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x K Q 5 4 u J 10 3 v K 10 8 w 10 8 7 WEST EAST x
Federal requirement for reporting missing children wins attention
Scripps Howard News Service Police departments around the nation are rewriting their policies for
ASSOCIATED PRESS HONOR Paterno named coach of year
NEW YORK (AP) -- Joe Paterno doesn't have to say "I told you so." JoePa, who turned 79 today, got
Ambulance collides with pickup truck
BAZETTA -- Four Cortland men were treated for minor injuries at St. Joseph Health Center after a
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Kyle and Amber Evonson, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 19. Forum
President should know his limits
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- The president's authorization of domestic surveillance by the National Security Agency
Pavlik pleads 'no contest'
Sentencing is set for mid-February. YOUNGSTOWN -- Middleweight boxer Kelly Pavlik has pleaded no
Court mulls allowing class action
The chamber of commerce and others fear class action could hurt state economy. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Today is Wednesday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2005. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter arrives at 1:35 p.m. Eastern time. On this date in 1620, Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower go ashore for the
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2005. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter
Foundation announces prize winners
AUSTINTOWN -- The Austintown Growth Foundation is announcing prize winners of the Taste of
Five from area set for Toledo tonight
John Greco and Brandon Alexander are in their second straight bowl game. By JOHN KOVACH
Sunnis, others charge fraud in election results
The complaints focused mainly on Baghdad, Iraq's largest electoral district. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Boy George to face drug charges Feb. 1
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS A JUDGE IN NEW YORK HAS RESCHEDULED SINGER BOY GEORGE'S COURT APPEARANCE
HMANY SMUGGLED PUPPIES PRESENT HEALTH HAZARDS
hMany smuggled puppies present health hazards Officer Lori Brown of the San Diego County Animal
YSU PREVIEW | BASKETBALL
MEN Who: YSU (2-6) vs. James Madison (2-4) When: Today, 7:35 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV:
PATERNO NAMED COACH OF THE YEAR
Paterno named coach of the year Joe Paterno, who turned 79 today, got an early birthday present
BENGALS Wyche remembers no-huddle in 1988
The former Cincinnati coach used it to get to the Super Bowl. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The no-huddle.
Top 25 roundup
No. 1 Tennessee 107, Princeton 39 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Shanna Zolman scored 23 points and Tye'sha
IDEAS FOR BROWN RICE
Ideas for brown rice Have you been wanting to increase your use of brown rice, a good source of
Lawrence officials pick representative
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Lawrence County Commissioners have appointed Commissioner Ed Fosnaught as the
"They have broken the trust of the people of New York. They have not only endangered our city and
Opinion: "They have broken the trust of the people of New York. They have not only endangered our city and
Davenport is the key to Ohio State victory
The No. 7 Buckeyes bounced back from their only loss of the season. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Jessica
BOYS BASKETBALL tuesday's scores area
BOYS BASKETBALL tuesday's scores area Boardman 52, Fitch 51 Cardinal Mooney 56, St. Thomas
Cause of Nov. blaze is ruled undetermined
STRUTHERS -- Investigators from the state fire marshal's office have ruled the cause of a Nov. 19
NBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games
Bobcats 105, Bulls 92 CHICAGO -- Brevin Knight shook off a bruised right forearm and finished with
Translator pleads guilty in citizenship case
NEW YORK (AP) -- A former Arabic translator for the Army in Iraq pleaded guilty Tuesday to using a
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Wolf Run (Davila)174.6050.2018.60 Ultra Special
People find own ways to deal with stoppage
Health benefits, pensions and raises were the main sticking points. Washington Post NEW YORK --
Ball gowns emerging in time for gala season
Dresses are designed to make the wearer memorable. Knight Ridder Newspapers MIAMI -- Like the
Officials work on list of projects to fund
MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County commissioners are making a list of projects they hope to fund with
Award-winning home-brewer makes beer just for the ale of it
Bob Hall enjoys the challenge of making quality beer. NAPOLEON, Ohio (AP) -- Like a fine wine, the
STATS | OHIO, PA.
The first column shows the number of active missing-children cases by state as of Dec. 31, 2004, and
AGENDA
Agenda Thursday 12/22 Struthers City Council regular meeting, 7 p.m., 6 Elm St. Caucus session
BRITISH ZOO Keeper asks for return of penguin
If the bird isn't returned to the zoo by Thursday, he'll die, the zoo keeper said. LONDON (AP) --
A SUMMARY OF REPORTED CRIMINAL ACTIVITY IN BOARDMAN TOWNSHIP:
A summary of reported criminal activity in Boardman Township: Dec. 14 Possible theft: A dealer
N.Y. traffic gets crazier than usual
N.Y. traffic gets crazier than usual kCommuters trudged through the freezing cold, rode bicycles
Bush fund-raisers enjoy access
One fund-raiser insists big contributors don't expect anything in return. Toledo Blade DALLAS --
& lt;B & gt;BEERS, & lt;/B & gt;Eleanor M., 93, of Youngstown; no
& lt;B & gt;BEERS, & lt;/B & gt;Eleanor M., 93, of Youngstown; no calling hours;
Beauty tips will help create a holiday mood
Create a party look with subtle touches. NEW YORK (AP) -- Hairstylist Stephen Knoll and makeup
Child is among three wounded in shooting inside a Wal-Mart
DEMING, N.M. (AP) -- A shooting inside a Wal-Mart wounded a 6-year-old girl, an employee and another
Magazine reports Stefani is pregnant with 1st child
Magazine reports Stefani is pregnant with 1st child NEW YORK -- Gwen Stefani, nominated for five
MEDICINE Treatment approved for kidney cancer
The drug was developed by Bayer and Onyx Pharmaceuticals. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A new treatment that
Canfield's shooting halts Liberty 54-40
By GREG GULAS Vindicator Correspondent LIBERTY -- Mike Rounsavall registered a double-double and
Sharon anxious to work after a stroke
He called rival Netanyahu to congratulate him on his election as Likud leader. Los Angeles Times
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES NEW ENGLAND 28, TAMPA BAY 0 N.Y. GIANTS 27, KANSAS CITY 17 DENVER 28, BUFFALO
Christmas is under attack from all sides
Opinion: By John Gibson Free Lance-Star WASHINGTON -- Now is the time of the year when the anti-Christmas
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Damon signs $52 million deal with N.Y. Yankees
The former Red Sox's center fielder agreed to a four-year contract. ASSOCIATED PRESS The New
Treasurer predicts $20M in collections
The biggest growth was in the corporate tax revenue. WARREN -- City income tax collections are
Springer decides not to run as candidate
COLUMBUS (AP) -- For the third time, trash-talk show host Jerry Springer has flirted with the idea
THERE'S A REASON IT'S CALLED THROWING A PARTY - A HOST HAS TO BE READY TO CATCH SOME CURVE BALLS AND JUGGLE THE UNEXPECTED WHEN IT COMES TO STAGING AN EVENT THAT'S FUN, ENTERTAINING AND SAFE FOR
There's a reason it's called throwing a party - a host has to be ready to catch some curve balls and
Music video sales slumping as year ends
THE BALTIMORE SUN AS 2005 COMES TO A CLOSE, THE MUSIC INDUSTRY IS SINGING THE SAME OLD TUNE: THE
"A Home for the Holidays" (8 p.m., CBS): Jamie Lee Curtis hosts the seventh annual "A Home for the
"A Home for the Holidays" (8 p.m., CBS): Jamie Lee Curtis hosts the seventh annual "A Home for the
Youngstown man faces drug charges
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 20-year-old Harmon Avenue man was hit with drug and traffic charges after speeding
Lawrence Co. housing group warrants special HUD audit
Editorial: Affordable Housing, a nonprofit group that received $200,000 in public funds when it was spun-off
Release creates conflict for judges, fact finder says
The special master wrote that municipal judges feel they have been ignored. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
Allen: Dreary London suits my temperament
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPER LONDON -- WOODY ALLEN, WHOSE MOVIES HAVE TAKEN AUDIENCES DOWN A FEW BLEAK
Westminster College ends losing streak
NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Three players posted new career single-game scoring highs and Brian Fadden
Suspect in Amber Alert activation charged with domestic violence
WARREN -- James McKinney, whose alleged actions caused an Amber Alert activation, has been charged
TERRORISM Paroled hijacker returns to Lebanon
The United States is asking Lebanon to turn him over. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- A hijacker in a
Zoning change allows relocation of branch
The new branch is slated to open in two years. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN
PENNSYLVANIA House votes to raise income tax
The proposal would raise the tax by 7 percent. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The road to property-tax cuts
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune DRAMATIC: Ball gowns for the holiday season will feature silhouettes that
Survey: 34% of teens in poor fitness
CHICAGO (AP) -- About a third of U.S. teens would flunk a treadmill fitness test, a new study shows,
Pastor's family sent from flight
HOUSTON (AP) -- The wife of the pastor of the nation's largest church was asked to leave a plane
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Browns: Center Jeff Faine was placed on injured reserve Tuesday because of a torn right biceps
United rolls to 61-47 win behind Shaffer, Harrison
Leetonia, Mineral Ridge coast to easy non-conference victories. HANOVERTON -- Dan Shaffer scored
Believer probes theory Jesus tricked followers
He tried to set aside his faith for the investigation. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Illusionist Brock
Member recognized for service to district
NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The Springfield Local Board of Education recognized board member Don Williams on
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark S. Owens, 42, of 4503 Deer Creek Court #1, Austintown,
For starters, how about trying these?
A variety of appetizers is a nice way to make your holiday party guests welcome while you're waiting
Cheney calls for strong executive
Legislators from both parties expressed deep concern. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Dick
Board increases health insurance allocation
The board wants district employees to pick up some of the insurance costs. By HAROLD GWIN
MEN'S TOP 25 Memphis records ninth win
ASSOCIATED PRESS MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Rodney Carney scored a career-high 37 points and grabbed 10
Special recipes ensure beets aren't boring
Dear Heloise: Would you print your recipe for Chinese beets? I lost mine and don't remember how to
Injunction in drug case
Injunction in drug case AUSTINTOWN -- An Ayrshire Drive home that was boarded up earlier this
Judge sentences man in shooting
The men argued over calls between Duckworth and the victim's girlfriend. By DEBORA SHAULIS
Police remove children from unsafe home
The past-due electric bill is $1,200. YOUNGSTOWN -- Five children were removed from a cockroach-
Pupils' project lets needy kids have a beary merry Christmas
Inside each bear is a star representing a wish from the pupil who made the bear. By WILLIAM K.
THURSDAY
THURSDAY XCROATIAN HOME ST. GEORGE LODGE 66 WILL HOLD A PASTA DINNER FROM 4:30 TO 8 P.M. AT THE
Agency to reduce its role in revitalization
The city has 'outgrown' the needs for a CIC, its finance director says. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY
School board votes to rename facility
LOWELLVILLE -- The village school board voted unanimously Tuesday to rename its new school facility
Judge agrees to sealing of Hill's record
There was no testimony at the brief hearing. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON
Celebrities lament execution of Williams
The founder of the Crips was put to death for murdering four people. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
TODAY
TODAY 1:30 p.m. (FSN Pitt) College women's basketball: "Center Court with Rene Portland." 2 p.m.
NBA 'Shooter' Jones aids Cavs victory
LeBron James added 25 points as Cleveland beat Utah 110-85. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Damon Jones finally
Steinberg's 'Sit Down' feels different each week
The host is happy to let his guest do more than just the talking. By DIANE WERTS Newsday
Blue Jackets outlasted in shootout
The Red Wings won their first shootout of the season, 4-3. DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit Red Wings
Rep. Hart plans to visit Middle East
This is the congresswoman's first trip to Iraq. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
UP FOR GRABS NFL playoffs
The Bears, Giants, Panthers, Jaguars and Redskins all could clinch playoff spots this weekend,
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY
MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY RAVENS 48, PACKERS 3 Green Bay3000--3 Baltimore14101014--48 First
Officer testifies at his civil trial
A Warren man's father sued after a family member was killed in a collision. By ED RUNYAN
Boardman outlasts Fitch on Hosa's last-second free throws
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU Vindicator Correspondent BOARDMAN -- All that was missing in the Boardman-
Opening of new restaurant dependent upon liquor license
The proposed restaurant would compare with local upscale dining. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
Bolivia turns to Evo
Opinion: Miami Herald: The apparent election of socialist candidate Evo Morales to the presidency of Bolivia
Judge: View is religious, not a scientific principle
The ACLU and 11 parents who sued were among those hailing the ruling. long island Newsday The
Larger military force will bolster Iraq vote
Opinion: By John C. Bersia Orlando Sentinel Now that Iraqis have turned out in droves for a seemingly
Springfield too much for Bulldogs
The Tigers rallied in the second half to beat East Palestine 62-45. By JOHN BUTERA Vindicator
LOCAL
LOCAL SteelHounds YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown SteelHounds, in conjunction with FOX 17/62 and 27
Enthralling, educational, eye-catching
Idora Park and the Jeanette Blast Furnace are part of the new section's d & eacute;cor. By