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Toxic river: Authorities rush to secure safe drinking water
This is the second manmade toxin to hit a Chinese river in six weeks. BEIJING (AP) -- China's
Philips-led Campbell raises its record to 7-0
The Red Devils had a 32-17 advantage on the boards. By DOUG CHAPIN Vindicator Correspondent
Above, Struthers High School senior Mike DuPonty, 18, gets a new hairdo from fellow senior Joe Demello, 17, left, and schools Superintendent Sandra DiBacco at an assembly in the gym. DuPonty and four
Above, Struthers High School senior Mike DuPonty, 18, gets a new hairdo from fellow senior Joe
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS 2006 SCHEDULE
JUNE TUE. 20 -- AT JAMESTOWN WED. 21 -- AT JAMESTOWN THU. 22 -- AT JAMESTOWN FRI. 23 --
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . THIS AND THAT FROM THE WORLD OF VALLEY POLITICS. BUSY POLITICAL YEAR: AS I'VE
Tenn. man 1 of handful to receive a pardon
George Bush has granted few during his presidency, according to records. Scripps Howard News
Doctor charged with writing 320 fraudulent prescriptions
Eight men were charged with participation in the ring. CORAOPOLIS, Pa. (AP) -- A Lawrence County
INSIDE
INSIDE THE SON OF INDIANAPOLIS COLTS COACH TONY DUNGY WAS FOUND DEAD OF AN APPARENT SUICIDE IN HIS
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"Pacific: The Lost Evidence" (8 and 9 p.m., History Channel): They're still fighting WW II, on cable
The challenge of separate holidays
This year, Dec. 25 is the first night of the Jewish festival. associated press This Christmas,
Coach gets 100 hours instead of jail time
Ross has no receipts, names or addresses for $48,600 supposedly paid out to winners. By JEANNE
Futuristic clothes that compute may soon be pressed into action
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ONE DAY YOU ARE WEARING A GRAY JACKET. IT'S A NICE ENOUGH COLOR AND IN
After bombing of mosque, FBI offers $15,000 reward
Religious and civic leaders gathered to show support. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The FBI is offering a
Plan for urban renewal worries business
A study has determined the area is blighted and in need of redevelopment. By HAROLD GWIN
Groups demand review of complaints from election
On representative called the Dec. 15 process fraudulent. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Sunni Arab and
Time's well-deserved nod
Opinion: San Jose Mercury: From the 10 best films to the 50 most beautiful people, magazines routinely anoint
Plagued by concussions, Chrebet announces retirement from NFL
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. (AP) -- Jets receiver Wayne Chrebet said Thursday his career was over, one month
SUPERSONIC JET TESTING
Fast track: Flight testing of a jet engine believed to be capable of propelling an airplane faster
UNION TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS
Union Township supervisors took the following actions at their recent meeting: Hired a second
Today is Friday, Dec. 23, the 357th day of 2005. There are eight days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Friday, Dec. 23, the 357th day of 2005. There are eight days left in the year. On this date
Steelers' Parker most unlikely 1,000-yard rusher
His speed is his greatest asset. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Thirteen NFL running backs have rushed for
Scrappers to open 2006 season June 20
NILES -- The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will open the 2006 season June 20 on the road against the
Cavs jar Bulls to pad win streak to 4
LeBron James' 37 points led the way with help from Damon Jones and Zydrunas Ilgauskas for a 108-100
JUDGE'S RULING HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the ruling Thursday by Huron County Juvenile Judge Timothy Cardwell, who said some of
Local lawyers try something new: Drunken Jacks' Saloon now open
The attorneys say they don't plan on giving up their day jobs. By KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR STAFF
Tension escalates at Gaza border
As rockets strike closer to key Israeli sites, a leader threatens to invade. NABLUS, West Bank
Aide is accused of raping 7 autistic boys
CLEVELAND (AP) -- A man already accused of molesting two disabled boys being tutored in his home has
Full-blown bar investigation demanded in Sturgeon case
Editorial: The only reason Edward F. Sturgeon, a former assistant Mahoning County prosecutor who admitted to
James Dungy, son of Indy coach, found dead
The 18-year-old apparently committed suicide. LUTZ, Fla. (AP) -- James Dungy, the 18-year-old son
Congress leaves Americans out in cold
Opinion: On its way out of town, Congress voted to give millions of Americans the fiscal equivalent of coal
Commissioners want justification for four-lawyer list
Judge Dominick Motto gave the commissioners the four-lawyer list. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT DURING CHRISTMAS WEEK, BROWNING-FERRIS INDUSTRIES OF OHIO, YOUNGSTOWN DISTRICT
Fight Schedule
Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses Dec. 23 At Sycuan Casino, El Cajon, Calif., Fernando
Rumsfeld hints at fewer troops
Congress and the public are pressuring President Bush to reduce forces. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The
amendment
AMENDMENT LEGAL BATTLES A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT PASSED LAST YEAR THAT BANS GAY MARRIAGE IN
Lawyers argue officer's responsibility in death
John Robertson was killed in a 2001 collision with a cruiser chasing another car. By TIM YOVICH
Google adds music search section
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (AP) -- Online search engine leader Google Inc. will begin giving some musical
Taft OKs law on debris dumps
Taft said the bill 'strikes the right balance.' By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Religious Right bent on sowing acrimony
Opinion: By Barry W. Lynn knight ridder/tribune WASHINGTON -- Christmas is supposed to be a time of peace
Bush: I have legal authority to eavesdrop on U.S. citizens
Bush said a resolution passed by Congress authorized his use of force. Knight Ridder Newspapers
Water rate measure gets 2nd reading
STRUTHERS -- City council gave second reading to an ordinance that sets the rates at which Aqua Ohio
Associated Press
Associated Press HIGH DEFINITION: A dramatic sash defines the waistline on this gently pleated,
5 former CMU football players are charged
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. (AP) -- A judge has ordered three separate trials for five former Central
OSU women roll easily past Canisius, 90-58
Jessica Davenport and Debbie Merrill dominated inside for the Buckeyes. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) --
Phone outage
Phone outage NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County officials are trying to determine the cause of a
Ex-deputy gets 26 months for perjury
Frank Schiralli's lie caused added work for authorities, a judge ruled. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A
WOMEN'S ROUNDUP | THURSDAY'S OTHER GAMES
No. 2 Duke 99, Colorado State 52 DURHAM, N.C. -- Freshman Abby Waner had 23 points, including five
Appeals court reverses rulings
Some judges argue the domestic violence law gives the couples legal status. Associated Press A
Judge resists Giancola's plea to go home
Giancola will be moved from a group home to an apartmentlike setting. By DEBORA SHAULIS
INDICTMENTS MAHONING COUNTY
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Paul Furgus on a charge of felonious assault and
Canfield's closing run nets a victory
By CHUCK HOUSTEAU Vindicator Correspondent CANFIELD -- The Canfield Cardinals closed out the
Penn State in Fla. already
Sunday and Monday will be off days before the Nittany Lions resume practice. DELRAY BEACH, Fla.
Pharmacy program announced
The Ohio Board of Regents approved the program plan in November. ROOTSTOWN -- The Northeastern
INTERNET MySpace site continues to attract many new fans
Many entertainers have found the site to be a powerful marketing tool. SCRIPPS HOWARD It's easy
THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARY
THURSDAY'S NBA SUMMARY Cavaliers 108, Bulls 100 CLEVELAND (108)--James 12-25 9-13 37, Gooden 2-3
AARN prepares for 2006 season by electing new board members
Support for families dealing with Alzheimer's is the board's primary concern. CANFIELD -- The
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Issues still unresolved as transit strike ends
TWU vice president Mooney called the end of the strike 'a disgrace.' NEW YORK (AP) -- Faced with
Board of Health approves debris landfill expansion
BROOKFIELD -- The Trumbull County Board of Health has approved a license renewal for 2006, including
Flight testing approved
The engine can propel a jet more than five times the speed of sound. DAYTON (AP) -- The Pentagon
Extra budget session set
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City council has scheduled an additional budget work session for 10 a.m.
Senate lowers amount for home heating
The Senate will vote in Jan. on supplemental funding. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Millions of low-income
Division II Ashland tops Hiram
ASHLAND -- Justin Brown scored 18 points to lead Ashland over Hiram, 77-57, Thursday night. Brown
Mangino guides Kansas against Houston today
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF FORT WORTH, Tex. -- There are three Youngstown-area
Kids network has exploded since its founding 26 years ago
Nickelodeon's first year of programming began on April Fools' Day in 1979. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
Both vulnerable. South deals.
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7 indicted in trafficking probe
Law officers saw that they were dealing with branches of a drug network. By TIM YOVICH
courts
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Major Indoor Soccer League
Major Indoor Soccer League WLPct.GB Milwaukee701.000-- St. Louis52.7142 Baltimore43.5713
hPolice look for mother of abandoned twins
hPolice look for mother of abandoned twins CHICAGO -- Police searched Thursday for the mother of
THistledown results
THistledown results thursday 1st --Skip to the Beat$5.20$2.80$2.20 Truckin On (Felix J.)
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XYo-Mah-O Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals
Saddam's trial adjourns; abuse evidence lacking
The former dictator told the court he had been beaten all over his body. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The
Bishops should worry first about protecting children
Opinion: Bishops should worry first about protecting children EDITOR: Senate Bill 17 is proposed
Leaders get coal, not raise, at offices
Some senators got the 'gift' because they didn't return unvouchered expenses. HARRISBURG (AP) --
"Zionists and Americans, I mean officials, hate Saddam Hussein. The man in the White House is a
Opinion: "Zionists and Americans, I mean officials, hate Saddam Hussein. The man in the White House is a
Stepsister stays quiet about sexual orientation
Dear Annie: I have known my stepsister, "Lottie," for a long time. We get along great. I think
Baseball officials reapply for permit to allow Cuba
A congressman from Florida wants to form a team of Cuban defectors. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) --
Bush outlines raises for federal employees
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush outlined pay raises Thursday that take effect in January for
Seacrest will anchor
Seacrest will anchor 'E!News,' make new show "American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest is
SURPLUS FOOD 12/24
Surplus Food 12/24 Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, will have a food
Some of kids abused by parents, judge rules
One child testified that he was forced to live in his 'box' for up to two weeks. NORWALK, Ohio
New on DVD This week's releases
"The Brothers Grimm" (PG-13, 118 minutes, Miramax; contains spooky, supernatural goings-on, some
Virginia Military hires Reid as coach
Georgia receiver Sean Bailey suffered an injury and will miss the Sugar Bowl. ASSOCIATED PRESS
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Disney On Ice's "3 Jungle Adventures -- Disney's The Jungle Book, Tarzan and The
And the winners of this year's awards ...
Opinion: This is my favorite time of the year. Exchanging presents, watching Rankin/Bass Christmas
Tablack: Financial forecast is too low
Commissioners must approve at least a temporary 2006 budget by year's end. By DEBORA SHAULIS
When selecting new part, take old one along
Dear Heloise: I read in The (Colorado Springs, Colo.) Gazette the hint about taking an appliance
MOZART | At a glance
Mozart was born as Johannes Chrysostomus Wolfgangus Gottlieb Mozart and christened as Johannes
Therrien is tough on Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- It will take more than just a week for new coach Michel Therrien to mold the
Township approves 300-page Emergency Operations Plan
The new plan is several times the size of the old plan. By LAURA MILOSER VINDICATOR
Disney sets 10 shows on ice in Youngstown
Disney sets 10 shows on ice in Youngstown kDISNEY On Ice is bringing its "Three Jungle Adventures"
WVU will pay for testing in asbestos case
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) -- West Virginia University agreed Thursday to pay for medical testing for up
Warren JFK rallies to defeat Mooney 82-78 in double overtime
TaShawn Walker helped the Eagles to their sixth straight victory. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
Organization assists devastated community
The next step for Jean Lafitte, La., is getting people under roof. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR
Springers observe 50th anniversary during a cruise
XEAST PALESTINE -- Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Springer, 395 W. Martin St., celebrated their 50th wedding
Ohio begins bridging funding gap between affluent, poor schools
It costs more to educate poor pupils, said a policy director. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A Washington-
Crosby down, but he refuses to lash out
The Penguins' rookie won't criticize his omission from the 2006 Olympic team. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Gorillas outbattle SteelHounds, 5-2
The contest got somewhat hostile with 43 penalties called in the game. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
Officials consider addition to prison Board looks at amending an agreement
No definite plans are in place for expanding the NOCC, a CCA spokesman said. By DENISE DICK
La Salle stopped by 'Cats
No. 3 Villanova stayed unbeaten and is 8-0 for the first time since 1978-78. Associated Press
Queen Elizabeth lauds generosity in speech
LONDON (AP) -- In a speech prepared for Christmas Day, Queen Elizabeth II praises the generous
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Dec. 23 1933 -- Montreal's Howie Morenz scores his 251st goal to become the NHL's
Boardman handed first Federal defeat
The Spartans dropped a 62-54 contest at Canton McKinley. CANTON -- The Boardman High girls
BASEBALL Bernie, Yankees agree to contract
The veteran outfielder accepted a 1-year deal with no guarantees. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --
Many creations at station
Even without a chimney, Santa made it to the eighth annual firefighters' luncheon. By PATRICIA
SCRAPPERS SCHEDULE
Scrappers schedule The Mahoning Valley Scrappers announced their 2006 sechedule. The home opener
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League MINNESOTA TWINS--Agreed to terms with OF-DH Rondell White on a one-year
Canfield High boys top Chaney Cowboys, 79-40
CANFIELD -- Mike Rounsavall had a season-high 26 points for Canfield High, which made many of its
Mozart's yearlong birthday festivities
Several million Mozart tourists are expected to visit Austria this year. SALZBURG, Austria (AP) --
State law stiffs Ohioans
Opinion: By DAVID ANDERSON Special to The Vindicator Earlier this year, the Ohio General Assembly passed
Congress completes defense legislation
The Patriot Act was extended until Feb. 3, and aid was approved for the Gulf Coast. WASHINGTON
Wishing you a merry you-know-what
Opinion: It was just a small thing but I was taken aback when I received a memo saying that the offices at
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA
GIRLS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA CANFIELD 44, RAYEN 37 CANTON MCKINLEY 62, BOARDMAN 54
Gay rights group's ads detail anti-benefit suit
A state representative is suing the school. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A national gay rights group is
Feminine cocktail dresses fit for any occasion
Retro-inspired, finely detailed dresses return as fashion favorites. NEW YORK (AP) -- Cocktail
County's Lazor phones in votes
Jail workers can carry over their vacation time into 2006. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
Keep music files safe
Keep music files safe In this tech-savvy age, using online services to check your e-mail is the