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NBA

NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE ATLANTIC DIVISION WLPCTGB NEW JERSEY1412.538-- PHILADELPHIA1413.519


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Rondinelli Tuxedo -- will have tryouts for its 18-younger, 16-younger, 15 and 13 teams.


Katrina survivors make do

Despite the destruction all around, they were grateful to be home. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The


Kitchen sink and countertops should be cleaned and sanitized to kill bacteria

Dear Readers: Your kitchen sink might look clean, but it can still be filled with harmful, icky


The most tasty reindeer of all

For one researcher's family, 'rump of Rudolph' is a Christmas tradition. FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) --


Soldier: It's just another day in Iraq

Soldiers raiding a town felt like the Grinch and called target 'Whoville.' BEIJI, Iraq (AP) --


Literacy has declined, study says

Experts couldn't offer good explanations for the drop. Washington Post Literacy experts and


Gateways to Better Living provides outstanding care

Opinion: Gateways to Better Living provides outstanding care EDITOR: I am writing to express my


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE MONDAY BOYS BASKETBALL Southington vs. Mineral Ridge, 6 p.m. McDonald vs.


Homosexuality isn't uncharted territory

Gay subtexts in westerns have been around for decades. By STEPHEN HUNTER Washington Post Last


"The Antichrist" (8 p.m., History Channel): In this new documentary special, clergy, scholars and

"The Antichrist" (8 p.m., History Channel): In this new documentary special, clergy, scholars and


OHIO STATE Datish will make third trip to Fiesta Bowl

The Buckeyes offensive lineman from Howland has had a great year. By ROB TODOR VINDICATOR SPORTS


Soldier from Ohio dies in enemy attack

SEVEN HILLS, Ohio (AP) -- An Ohio soldier was killed in Iraq on Christmas Eve when he was attacked


Disabled girl spurs mother's creative side

The woman uses her computer expertise to help her daughter overcome many disabilities. By Deena


Family, friends remember victims

The tsunami left at least 216,000 people dead or missing. BANDA ACEH, Indonesia (AP) -- Parents


fugitive of the week

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK MICHAEL HORNBUCKLE THE U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE IN NORTHERN OHIO IS ASKING THE


Drug companies lack incentive to create a vaccine, official says

He said the government will eventually create a vaccine. WASHINGTON (AP) -- In an unusually candid


Jay Williams contemplates city's future Neighborhood conditions serve as urgent challenge

He remains intent on seeing the 2010 redevelopment plan reach fruition. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY


Prep All-Stars Soccer

STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE BOYS First team Ryan Novotny, Ursuline, senior Jared Daly, Ursuline,


Elton John and Furnish go on Venice honeymoon

hJohn and Furnish go on Venice honeymoon VENICE, Italy -- Sir Elton John and David Furnish are


Seahawks need defensive help for playoff run

Despite a 13-2 record, Seattle has allowed a lot of yardage this year. SEATTLE (AP) -- Shaun


Governor lists top priorities for 2006

The governor is planning to announce a new education initiative in January. By Jeff Ortega


Akron must contain Tigers' rushing attack

DeAngelo Williams is the NCAA career leader in all-purpose yards. DETROIT (AP) -- DeAngelo


AUCTIONS

AUCTIONS XTHE CRISIS SHELTER OF LAWRENCE CO., 1218 W. STATE ST., NEW CASTLE, PA., WILL HOLD ITS


FOOTBALL

football saturday's late game Hawaii Bowl NEVADA 49, C. FLORIDA 48, OT Nevada7210147--49


NFL PREVIEW TONIGHT'S GAME

NEW ENGLAND at NEW YORK JETS Time: 9 p.m. TV/radio: (33) (5) (4); WBBW-AM 1240. Key matchup: New


Israel could live with an Iraq that's fractured, failed

Opinion: By Shlomo Avineri Los Angeles Times Most Israelis supported the removal of Saddam Hussein. The


All Americans can embrace the principles of Kwanzaa

Editorial: All Americans can embrace the principles of Kwanzaa The seven-day festival known as Kwanzaa


Penguins streaks reach two

YOUNGSTOWN -- In case you haven't noticed, and by the looks of the many empty seats in Beeghly


TODAY

TODAY 1 p.m. (FSN Ohio) Golf: "This Is the PGA Tour." 2:30 p.m. (FSN Ohio) NBA: "Cavaliers Fast


Answers to weekly quiz

Answers to weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x A K 7 6 4 2 u A Q J v 7 6 3 w 5


African fables teach lessons

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Some Cleveland residents are telling tales about spiders and lions to keep alive


SPORTS

SPORTS LINEMAN FROM VALLEY EAGER FOR FIESTA BOWL KTHE VINDICATOR'S COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE OF THE


Broderick: master of the stage and screen

The stage production of 'The Producers' won 12 Tony awards. By BETSY PICKLE Scripps Howard


Rex Grossman's return to quarterback was a big lift to Bears.

Rex Grossman's return to quarterback was a big lift to Bears. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Most playoff


NHL

NHL EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA Philadelphia218547128108 N.Y.


Court: Parents can't represent son

The parents argue the school district has an inadequate plan for the boy. PARMA, Ohio (AP) -- The


Watchdog wants to keep reports private

Some fear if letters aren't kept confidential, inmates will stop writing. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The


Panthers' season endangered after Cowboys collapse

Carolina went from division front runners to wild-card wannabes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- In a


Time is running out on amnesty program

The program, established in 1986, ends Saturday. Los Angeles Times Almost 20 years have passed


Diabetic is risking her life

Dear Annie: My 24-year-old roommate, "Jessica," has Type I diabetes. I know her control of her


HTRAIN DERAILS, KILLING 4

hTrain derails, killing 4 TOKYO -- An express train traveling through strong winter winds derailed


THE MATCHUP OSU offense vs. ND defense

OHIO STATENOTRE DAME 32.5Points per game23.6 189.5Rushing yds. per game119.4 4.4Avg. yards per


Mora's angry display could lead to discipline

The Falcons coach became enraged following post-game interview Saturday. ATLANTA (AP) -- Falcons


Billionaire helps with salary of county worker

UNIONTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- Fayette County Commissioner Joe Hardy, the billionaire founder of the 84


Giants desperately looking for linebacker help

With three starters down with injuries, the New York squad is ailing. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP)


Local Sports Digest

AREA Poland's Nemes wins crown BOARDMAN -- Segment one of the BTC Holiday Tennis Tournament


SATURDAY'S GAMES

SATURDAY'S GAMES MIAMI 24, TENNESSEE 10 DETROIT 13, NEW ORLEANS 12 WASHINGTON 35, N.Y. GIANTS


The digital frontier

Opinion: The digital frontier Los Angeles Times: Like network executives canceling a sitcom, federal


JAPAN

Opinion: JAPAN Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo, Dec. 19: As signs are growing that the nation's economic health has


FREE AGENT SIGNINGS

Free Agent Signings NEW YORK -- The 85 free agents who have signed, with name, position, former


Officials weigh plans for tunnel

Tunnel usage has increased 25 percent over the past 10 years. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Traffic through


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

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On New Year's Eve, celebrate a brand-new year, age-old hosts

Clark began hosting the New Year's show in 1972. NEW YORK (AP) -- New Year's Eve is the biggest


Disasters take toll on charitable donations

Too much blame is being placed on donor fatigue, a study suggests. Chicago Tribune LOS ANGELES


Artist honors the fallen with collages

Simon joins other among artists who use their crafts to honor fallen Americans. YOUNGSTOWN (AP) --


& lt;B & gt;CAREY, & lt;/B & gt; Mary Rose, 82, of Painesville;

& lt;B & gt;CAREY, & lt;/B & gt; Mary Rose, 82, of Painesville; calling hours


A public at risk will surrender its rights

Opinion: By James P. Pinkerton Long island Newsday As they attack George W. Bush on the surveillance


World's joy, mourning intermingle

Leaders reflected on the year's hardships but also expressed optimism. BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP)


Mourning Gretzky still aids in selection

The Great One's mother passed away last week. By GEORGE RICHARDS Knight Ridder Newspapers


Jets' Edwards not willing to let team give up yet

New York (3-11) takes on New England tonight. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- When this disaster of


NSA could have gotten warrants, Powell says

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Former Secretary of State Colin Powell supported government eavesdropping to


MOUNTAINEER ENTRIES TUESDAY -- 7 P.M.

Mountaineer entries Tuesday -- 7 p.m. 1st--Purse $9,800, Claiming $5,000, 3 yo's & amp; up,


Red-hot Detroit gains revenge against Spurs

Detroit whipped San Antonio in their first meeting since last year's finals. AUBURN HILLS, Mich.


Food bank shares holiday spirit

Volunteers' giving extends to Christmas Day itself. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY U.S. District court Bankruptcies/Chapter 7 Nicholas Pappada, 7900 Maple Drive,


Israelis light first candle of festival

The recovering Sharon extended his doctors' warnings against overeating. JERUSALEM (AP) --


Bears are in; Vikings need win to stay alive

Chicago clinched its first division title since 2001 beating Green Bay. Associated Press Chicago


HOLLYWOOD In the big picture, some awards shows really don't matter

By BARRY KOLTNOW THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER When you heard recently that the Golden Globe


Perfect home record has Broncos smiling

Denver will host its first playoff game since John Elway retired. DENVER (AP) -- The Denver


Rice manages to keep positive image in polls

For a variety of reasons, she hasn't suffered the fate of her boss, President Bush. WASHINGTON


South Side shooting

South Side shooting YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men remain in critical condition in St. Elizabeth Health


WHAT THEY SAID |About Mayor-elect Williams

WHAT THEY SAID |ABOUT MAYOR-ELECT WILLIAMS QUOTES FROM VARIOUS OFFICIALS ON JAY WILLIAMS,


Congress didn't give Bush right to spy

Opinion: By Tom Daschle Washington Post In the face of mounting questions about news stories saying that


After Christmas hiatus, retailers ready for crowds

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- YOU'VE GOT TODAY OFF WORK. DO YOU REALLY WANT TO SPEND IT AT THE


Getting -- and staying -- fit for the holidays and beyond

Children can be taught about good health and nutrition. By Pat Burson Newsday Susan Satz


ASSOCIATED PRESS

Associated Press PAYING TRIBUTE: Ray Simon demonstrates his airbrush technique in his painting


Despite dwindling participation, choir members remain dedicated

The choir is Ohio's second-oldest German chorus. By KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Payton, Miami topple Lakers

It was the Heat's second straight Christmas win over Los Angeles. MIAMI (AP) -- Gary Payton


SUNDAY'S SUMMARY

SUNDAY'S SUMMARY BEARS 24, PACKERS 17 Chicago77100--24 Green Bay07010--17 First Quarter


Today is Monday, Dec. 26, the 360th day of 2005. There are five days left in the year. The seven-day

Opinion: Today is Monday, Dec. 26, the 360th day of 2005. There are five days left in the year. The seven-day


LEGISLATURE Repealed raise continues to get negative attention

A PAC says it has recruited scores of candidates to run against the incumbents. HARRISBURG (AP) --


Nevada's overtime thriller leaves C. Florida stunned

The Golden Knights missed the final extra point which would have extended the game. HONOLULU (AP)


FORUM HEALTH WOMEN & amp; INFANTS PAVILION

FORUM HEALTH WOMEN & amp; INFANTS PAVILION Mark and Lisa Randall, Masury, boy, Dec. 25.