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THE MATCHUP ND OFFENSE VS. OSU DEFENSE
NOTRE DAMEOHIO STATE 38.2Points per game14.8 154.8Rushing yds. per game74.5 3.7Avg. yards per
HOW TO HELP
HOW TO HELP Saving Austintown Movies Michele McBride of Poland is compiling a list of people who
WORLD
WORLD 7-Eleven owner to buy department store operator TOKYO -- Seven & amp; I Holdings Co.,
4 episodes available free online
NEW YORK (AP) -- Joining the trend of TV shows migrating to the Internet, a pair of episodes from
HIGH SCHOOL SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULES
HIGH SCHOOL SCORES, SUMMARIES & amp; SCHEDULES BOYS BASKETBALL MONDAY'S SCORE Mineral
New church hopes to spark a recovery
The church is 'here to make a difference,' the pastor says. WARREN -- The pastor of a newly built
CINCINNATI FOP head to raise image of police
She is committed to being part of a new leadership team for the city. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The new
YSU PREVIEW Basketball
MEN Who: YSU (3-6) vs. Siena (4-4). When: Wednesday, 8 p.m. Where: Pepsi Arena, Loudonville, N.Y.
hSpurs' Tony Parker cited; Longoria was passenger
hSpurs' Tony Parker cited; Longoria was passenger SAN ANTONIO -- San Antonio Spurs guard Tony
Improved play has Steelers' hopes rising
Pittsburgh will make the playoffs with a victory over the Lions. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Dale A. Settle Sr., 40, of 613 Ridge Rd., Apt. 219, Newton
More than $1T went to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security in '04
Overall spending increased 5 percent from 2003. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Three growing entitlement
PREP ALL-STARS \ Boys and girls golf
STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE GIRLS Katie Rogner, Warren JFK, junior Mackenzie Dobson, Warren JFK,
Commings to face Wyatt (22-0)
CHESTER, W.Va. -- World Class Promotions and Promoter Greg Nixon will present a seven-bout card
Mourners remember loved ones; world reflects on tsunami's blow
A new tsunami warning system sounded to herald a silent minute. BANDA ACEH, Indonesia (AP) --
Moore-Smith troth announced; wedding planned
XTEMPERANCE, Mich. -- Kenneth Moore and Rita Weimer, both of Temperance, are announcing the
HOW SHE SEES IT House needs immigration reality check
Opinion: By MARY SANCHEZ KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "This is it?" the reporter asked on his first trip to
Westlawn site remains vacant as officials ponder its future
By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Ten years have passed since two
James' 32 helps extend streak
The Bulls' clutching tactics were no match for Cleveland's best player. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
Heather Fulks to be bride of Ken McIntyre III
XBOARDMAN -- Mark and Lorraine Fulks, 658 Saddlebrook Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
EASTGATE Rideshare program regains popularity
The program's database includes about 600 people from three counties. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Mineral Ridge advances at Lordstown event
LORDSTOWN -- Vance Kiersey scored 25 points and grabbed six rebounds Monday to lead the Mineral
BENGALS Lewis is not sure if Palmer will play
The Cincinnati coach hasn't decided if injured players will face the Chiefs. CINCINNATI (AP) --
ODOT sets public meeting on corridor study
SEBRING -- Ohio Department of Transportation will conduct an open house public involvement meeting
HOW HE SEES IT Training Iraqis isn't all guns and butter
Opinion: By NATHANIEL FICK LOS ANGELES TIMES Fighting insurgents is messy and slow. Turning Iraqi
VOLUNTEERISM 2 get awards for helping those with substance abuse problems
The pair was honored at the Holiday Inn in Boardman. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two people were recently
Community gathers to celebrate its unity
Cultural symbols represented important aspects of the event. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR STAFF
City evicts Boys Choir of Harlem
NEW YORK (AP) -- The world-renown Boys Choir of Harlem, struggling under millions of dollars of
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 27, the 361st day of 2005. There are four days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Dec. 27, the 361st day of 2005. There are four days left in the year. On this date
Study: In excess, painkiller puts liver at great risk
It is now the most common cause of acute liver failure, researchers write. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Bizarre cell-phone assault
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. (AP) -- A woman who police thought deliberately tried to swallow her cell phone
Filling the cabinet is Williams' first challenge
Editorial: Youngstown's mayor-elect, Jay Williams, has set a high bar for himself as he goes about filling his
Kwanzaa
The holiday's foundation The weeklong festival was brought to the United States nearly 40 years
Parents announce Rafidi-Davis troth; wedding planned
XAnnounced by Yousef and Viviane Rafidi of Canfield and Thomas and Susan Davis of Youngstown is the
Blue Jackets win in OT
Blue Jackets win in OT Nikolai Zherdev tied the game with an acrobatic goal in the final seconds
Tigers' Williams keys win over Zips
Akron gave Memphis a good game before falling, 38-31, in the Motor City Bowl. DETROIT (AP) --
Quinn poses challenge to Buckeyes
Ohio State must pressure the quarterback to make the Irish one-dimensional. By ROB TODOR
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SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES Miami 24, Tennessee 10 Detroit 13, New Orleans 12 Washington 35, N.Y. Giants
REDSKINS: QUARTERBACK MARK BRUNELL HAD HIS SPRAINED RIGHT KNEE EXAMINED MONDAY AND SAID HE WAS "DAY-TO-DAY" FOR NEXT WEEK'S GAME AGAINST THE EAGLES. "I HAD AN MRI TODAY," BRUNELL SAID. "IT FEELS
Redskins: Quarterback Mark Brunell had his sprained right knee examined Monday and said he was "day-
Ravens vanquish Vikings' hopes
Quarterback Kyle Boller led Baltimore's comeback win, 30-23. BALTIMORE (AP) -- They had overcome
'70s Soul Jam to perform at Powers on Feb. 3
YOUNGSTOWN -- Some of the biggest hit-makers of the 1970s are coming to Youngstown. The '70s Soul
POLAND Officials to mull officer program
The program continued for an extra year after the grant expired. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Taliban: 200 seek suicide missions
The Taliban commander said there was no chance of reconciliation with the U.S.-backed government.
AUSTINTOWN MOVIES Woman works to preserve experience
Sale of memberships has been suggested to keep the independent theater open. By GUY D'ASTOLFO
ABC says adios to NFL's Monday football games
The Patriots/Jets game was the final one on the program's 36-year run. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP)
Despite shifting leads, film rules at box office
The top two finishers are energizing the industry, an expert said. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- "King Kong"
Drink maker hopes IPO will help quench thirst for expansion
If he could afford to pay shelf fees, products could gain a national presence. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
Dungy, wife greet mourners at wake
The Colts coach's 18-year-old son will be buried today. TAMPA, Fla. -- Tony Dungy and his wife
Congress ignores genocide
Opinion: Washington Post: The defense spending bill that just emerged from Congress attracted attention
Actor played creepy, eccentric characters
Vanity Fair magazine selected him as one of America's best character actors. ROME (AP) -- Vincent
Wealthy gambling, media mogul dies
SYDNEY, Australia (AP) -- Australia's wealthiest man, media and gambling mogul Kerry Packer, has
Hidden trade worth $400M, expert says
Israel has been selling to hostile Arab neighbors for years, others say. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) --
COLUMBUS Zherdev rescues Jackets
His late goal set up an overtime win for Columbus. COLUMBUS (AP) -- In a disappointing season, the
HOW HE SEES IT Our Great Lakes must be preserved
Opinion: By BOB TAFT SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR As Ohioans, we know that the Great Lakes are unparalleled
Associated Press
Associated Press BIRTHDAY TREAT: Kwanzaa, a South African lion, gets a taste of his birthday cake
REGION
REGION Indians sign Jason Johnson CLEVELAND -- Free agent pitcher Jason Johnson agreed to a $4
BOARDMAN Police unit to work OT to stop crimes
The unit was created to combat crime in the township's north end. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Accusations test voters' tolerance for ethics breaches
Allegations against James Traficant didn't keep supporters from liking him. Chicago Tribune ST.
MacLachlan approaches role with energy, no ego
He feels the show's exploration of unjust convictions is very current. CULVER CITY, Calif. (AP) --
HOW SHE SEES IT Is the idea of choice being fairly applied?
Opinion: By MEGHAN DAUM LOS ANGELES TIMES For pro-choicers like myself, Supreme Court nominee Samuel A.
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"My Name is Earl" (9 p.m., NBC): In a repeat of a hilarious episode, our big-hearted hero sets out
ISRAELI LEADER TO UNDERGO HEART PROCEDURE SOON
Israeli leader to undergo heart procedure soon JERUSALEM -- Doctors will seal next month a small
WHERE MONEY WENT
WHERE MONEY WENT IN THE REGION TOTAL AND PER CAPITA FEDERAL SPENDING FOR 2004 BY STATES IN THE
HOME LOANS Complaints levied by Katrina victims
Many who lost homes say some lenders are demanding immediate payment. LOS ANGELES TIMES NEW
Thrashers 4, Canadiens 0
Thrashers 4, Canadiens 0 ATLANTA -- Rookie Michael Garnett became the first Atlanta goaltender to
COLORFUL ATTIRE: SANDRA MITCHELL OF YOUNGSTOWN CELEBRATES UMOJA (UNITY) AT A KWANZAA EVENT AT NEW BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH. THE PROGRAM WAS MONDAY.
COLORFUL ATTIRE: SANDRA MITCHELL OF YOUNGSTOWN CELEBRATES UMOJA (UNITY) AT A KWANZAA EVENT AT NEW
Both vulnerable. North deals.
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ARMY BASE CLOSING Seeing heroes go saddens village
The town recently named a highway for the battalion. FELICITY, Ohio (AP) -- Residents are upset
Browns' QB Frye takes battering from Steelers
He was blitzed non-stop, sacked eight times and suffered a concussion. BEREA (AP) -- Charlie Frye
CLEVELAND Nigerian girl recovers after removal of tumor
The tumor took up more than half of the right side of the girl's brain. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A
Retailers slash prices, seek post-holiday sales
Online sites were courting customers with free shipping deals. NEW YORK (AP) -- Armed with gift
Wizards 94, Lakers 91
Wizards 94, Lakers 91 WASHINGTON -- Gilbert Arenas scored 34 points and keyed a second-half
Lose the aerosols, bring on the heat
Average temperatures could rise by as much as 7.9 degrees, scientists say. christian science
IRAQ 5 explosions kill 7 and injure dozens
A rocket-propelled grenade killed a U.S. soldier. COMBINED DISPATCHES BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Five
YSU Majors to program: Auf Wiedersehen
The retirement of a full-time professor is spelling the end of the program. By HAROLD GWIN
SEMESTER AT SEA University of Virginia is named academic sponsor of Sea school
The University of Pittsburgh was the academic sponsor for the past 15 years. PITTSBURGH --The
Collision slightly injures police officer, passenger
Collision slightly injures police officer, passenger NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A Youngstown driver, who