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NHL Penguins lose in overtime, 3-2

The Maple Leafs allowed Pittsburgh to get even in the third period. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Toronto


Fact finder: Move cases more quickly

The average time between arraignment and case disposition was 186 days. By PATRICIA MEADE


NFL Cowher doesn't expect Steelers to look ahead

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher would probably like to switch off every TV


Bird grounds Winfrey's jet

Bird grounds Winfrey's jet SANTA BARBARA, Calif. -- Oprah Winfrey's private jet was forced to


Popovec leads Canfield victory

HUDSON -- Canfield's Kate Popovec had a career night, scoring 30 points and finishing with her third


TUESDAY'S RESULTS

TUESDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Chaney 72, Fitch 71 Poland 55, Boardman 49, OT


BASEBALL

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


China's grip on Latin America is gaining on that of United States

Opinion: When historians in the future look back at the year 2005, they will describe it as the year in which


SATURDAY'S GAMES

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


Burglar receives 5 years, lecture

The man has served time on four prior burglary convictions. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF


Hawk learned from his brothers

The Buckeyes' All-American linebacker busted a lot of furniture growing up. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A.J.


Saddam's outbursts lead Specter to say judges should take control

He said he' disappointed with the way Saddam has been allowed to dominate. Combined dispatches


3 connected with auto theft appear in court

BOARDMAN -- The case of a Youngstown man arrested last Wednesday on felonious auto theft charges has


Movie's designs inspire fashion

Banana Republic and Bath & amp; Body Works carry products that reflect the movie. By ERICA


TODAY

TODAY Noon (ESPN) College football: Outback Bowl Preview. 12:30 p.m. (ESPN) College football:


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Elderly father's driving worries his son

Dear Annie: My father feels his car is his "independence," but here's what I see: Dad is so hunched


FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL 2005-06 BOWL SCHEDULE Tuesday, Dec. 20 New Orleans Bowl At Lafayette, La. Payout:


Howland hands Campbell first defeat of season

Ursuline rolled past host Girard 87-53 in the other game. By DOUG CHAPIN Vindicator


Backup options need to be tried, experts contend

Drugs such as Tamiflu are limited and won't be in place for years, a team says. Chicago Tribune


Animals starred in art theaters

By TERRY LAWSON Detroit Free Press It may have been the year of the humanitarian at Time


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Wesley and Doreen Roberts, Stoneboro, Pa., boy, Dec. 26.


NHL

NHL EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA Philadelphia228549131110 N.Y.


TERRORIST RENDITIONS Watchdog probes possible CIA errors

The number of suspected mistaken transfers is classified and remains unclear. WASHINGTON (AP) --


Executing Stanley Williams was the correct punishment

Opinion: Executing Stanley Williams was the correct punishment EDITOR: As a supporter of the death


Appropriations for 2006 pass in spite of concerns

One trustee and the trustee-elect asked, unsuccessfully, for a delay. By KATIE LIBECCO


Meth program pays off

The addicts get rewards for staying away from drugs. Los Angeles Times SAN FRANCISCO -- For more


PREP ALL-STARS VOLLEYBALL

STEEL VALLEY CONFERENCE First team Danielle Daltorio, Mooney, senior Michele Pelini, Mooney,


Lower bid, state grant for sewer line give county hope of extending service

The extension could spur development near the interchange, officials said. By ED RUNYAN


HOMELAND SECURITY Report: Gaps still in high-risk areas

Democrats say they have found 33 instances of failure to protect the country. WASHINGTON (AP) --


Austintown mother, son OK plea deal

The prosecutor recommended dropping charges against the father. YOUNGSTOWN -- A mother and son


Man charged after woman is shot in leg

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City police say a suicidal man shot a woman in the leg and kept her hostage for


Agenda Thursday

Agenda Thursday Mahoning County commissioners, 10 a.m., county courthouse basement, 120 Market


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

Northfield Results tuesday 1st--Stretch Fence (Kash Jr)5.202.802.40 B L Cameo


NEW YEAR'S DAY What's open, closed

A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses that will be open or


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv y-New


NATIONAL FILM REGISTRY 1906 quake makes cut with 'Toy Story'

The movies being preserved aren't necessarily the best or the most famous. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


NBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games

Pistons 113, Raptors 106 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Richard Hamilton scored 24, Chauncey Billups had


Bush policy showing signs of success

Opinion: By Jackson Diehl Washington Post Though Iraq has now held the freest election in Arab history,


Kurdish soldiers in army proclaim loyalty to militia

Some soldiers said they would not hesitate to kill their comrades. Knight Ridder Newspapers


TSUNAMI SURVIVORS Homes and jobs become top priorities

Problems stood in the way of some aid efforts. BANDA ACEH, Indonesia (AP) -- Jerji Naskaputra and


Aftermath of pullout would be unclear

Opinion: By Jonathan D. Tepperman Los Angeles Times Despite recent elections in Iraq, which brought that


"It was under the same blue sky, exactly one year ago that mother earth unleashed her most destructive power upon us."

"It was under the same blue sky, exactly one year ago that mother earth unleashed her most


The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these local liquor permit applications:

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these local liquor permit applications: NEW


Harding topples St. Ignatius 59-40

Bryan Wright led the Raiders with a career-high 20 points. WARREN -- Senior Bryan Wright scored a


Los Angeles Times: The year 2005 will go down as a turning point in the global war on poverty, a struggle no less urgent than the war on terror.

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: The year 2005 will go down as a turning point in the global war on poverty, a


Magazine recipes are easy to save

Dear Readers: If you collect magazines for great recipes, here is a terrific hint to help you find


2 more voting machine systems receive certification from state

MERCER, Pa. -- Two more voting machine systems were certified by Pennsylvania late last week, Mercer


The 25 films selected for the 2005 National Film Registry:

The 25 films selected for the 2005 National Film Registry: "Baby Face" (1933) "The Buffalo Creek


Labor Dept. rejects majority of sick claims

CINCINNATI (AP) -- The U.S. Department of Labor has rejected nearly three out of four compensation


Appeals court sidelines hearing for Wellington

Judge Elizabeth Kobly said she looks forward to responding to the new writ. By DEBORA SHAULIS


Bush has a plan for immigration

Bush has a plan for immigration kAFTER decades of government failure to stem illegal immigration,


Judge throws out sentence

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A federal judge threw out the death sentence of an inmate convicted of


GAZA STRIP Group keeps up attacks on Israeli towns

A negotiator urged Palestinian groups to honor a cease-fire. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- The


Bush programs place spotlight on enforcement

Crackdowns will be tough, since many people here illegally help the economy. Los Angeles Times


Housing group generates skepticism

Affordable Housing began in 2003 with a county housing authority loan. By VIRGINIA ROSS


City official discusses development plan

The comprehensive plan is the city's first in more than 30 years. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.


Executive is selected for 9/11 memorial

NEW YORK (AP) -- An executive who played a major role in repairing the World Trade Center after it


So. Range gets first win, beats Crestview, 62-53

Dan Holloway came off the bench to lead the Raiders past Crestview. By Greg Gulas Vindicator


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Jan. 3 At Osaka, Japan, Masamori Tokuyama, Japan, vs. Jose


Take time to express your thanks in writing

A thank-you note may be the only way to return a kindness. Washington Post The holiday season is


YSU PREVIEW

YSU PREVIEw Women's basketball Who: YSU (4-7) vs. Butler (4-5) When: Thursday, 7 p.m. Where:


"Imagining America: Icons of 20th Century Art" (9 p.m., PBS): Television doesn't actually take a

"Imagining America: Icons of 20th Century Art" (9 p.m., PBS): Television doesn't actually take a


Book offers advice on makeup makeovers

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS FASHION MAGAZINES, NEWSPAPERS AND BEAUTY BOOKS HAVE CHOREOGRAPHED


NBA

NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB New Jersey1612.571--


Fearing terrorism, officials plan wiretaps

ROME (AP) -- Italian authorities, fearing a possible terrorist attack on the Winter Olympics in


Low-priced retailers to feature more haute couture fashions

Arrival of designers collections jump-starts a fashion trend. Knight Ridder Newspapers You want


Today is Wednesday, Dec. 28, the 362nd day of 2005. There are three days left in the year. On this date in 1945, Congress officially recognizes the Pledge of Allegiance.

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Dec. 28, the 362nd day of 2005. There are three days left in the year. On this


Trustee questioning checkpoint decision

The township is preparing its building on Westchester Drive for a new tenant. By JEANNE STARMACK


Auditor increases pay for 11 workers in office

David Hines said the workers were hired under a lower rate. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Chaney upends Fitch on Allen's buzzer shot

Poland defeated Boardman 55-49 in overtime in the nightcap. By Chuck Housteau Vindicator


Mosler scores first career goal but Hounds fall to RiverKings

David St. Germain had 41 saves for Youngstown. SOUTHAVEN, Miss. -- The Youngstown SteelHounds


Stress can turn a blushing bride into bridezilla

Here's how to keep the happy occasion from turning into a nightmare. Associated Press They are


Study: Doctors often make dosing errors for anti-clotting drugs

SCRIPPS HOWARD AS MANY AS 42 PERCENT OF PATIENTS RUSHED TO HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOMS WITH SYMPTOMS


Historical preservation in Newton Falls

Employees of Becdir Construction of Youngstown work on renovations to the Newton Falls Covered


MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY

MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY PATRIOTS 31, JETS 21 New England71473--31 N.Y. Jets70014--21 First


House, museum open for tours New Year's Day

A Niles industrial leader built the house in 1862. NILES -- The Ward-Thomas House, 503 Brown St.,


Buckeyes, Irish all tied in overall series 2-2

By ROB TODOR VINDICATOR SPORTS EDITOR "Fighting Irish Present Heroic Drive in Last Half" is how


MEN'S TOP 25 Memphis pulls past Gonzaga

Bulldogs standout Adam Morrison had 34 points in the loss. ASSOCIATED PRESS MEMPHIS, Tenn. --


Vandalism creates security concerns at courthouse

The commissioners also set a 2006 meeting schedule. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Sept. 11 cannot be all-purpose excuse

Opinion: BOSTON -- So it comes down to September 11, 2001. Again. The president has drawn a great dividing


NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games

Bruins 4, Capitals 3, OT WASHINGTON -- In a game between last-place teams, the Boston Bruins had


It's about time to bring on the bubbly

Champagnes to tickle everyone's fancy are available in many price ranges. By Fred Tasker Knight


NBA New Jersey stays hot, cools off Cavs

The Nets won their seventh straight game. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Richard Jefferson stole


Sheriff's office takes over murder probe

The daughter found dead with her mother had pending drug charges. By TIM YOVICH Vindicator


Inmate sues Budd, others in beating case

Tawhon Easterly's suit asks for more than $900,000 in damages. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Man shot after 2 others burst into apartment

Man shot after 2 others burst into apartment YOUNGSTOWN -- A man was shot in an apartment after


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Saturday, Dec 31st. SAN DIEGO9Denver Ny Giants8OAKLAND Sunday,


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kyle D. Deas, 23, of 8828 Bedell Road, Berlin Center, and


THURSDAY

THURSDAY XCroatian Home St. George Lodge 66 will hold a pasta dinner from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the


HGRASS FIRES BURN HOMES IN OKLAHOMA AND TEXAS

hGrass fires burn homes in Oklahoma and Texas ARLINGTON, Texas -- Bernice Alvarez, left, tries to


Suspect's bond set at $2M for charges involving slayings

A judge found the man accused of two murders is unable to hire a lawyer. JEFFERSON -- A 32-year-


Moderates seek more authority to control edicts

The religion's decentralized leadership leads to conflict. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- It's becoming


North-South vulnerable. South deals.

North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x -K 5 2 u -K 10 9 v -8 6 3 w -A 7 5 4 WEST


Davis powers Clemson to 19-10 win over Buffs

He rushed for 150 yards and a touchdown and was the game's MVP. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- James Davis


Gift cards, bargains alter retail picture

More and more shoppers feel a lack of urgency, an economist said. NEW YORK (AP) -- The holiday


Public deserves access to records of prisoners

Editorial: Public deserves access to records of prisoners Ohio's taxpayer-supported prison system is


ASSOCIATED PRESS

Associated Press TRAVELING COMPANION: Truck driver Harold Young holds Mit Mit as he waits for a


Clutch foul shooting leads Leetonia win

The Bears made five of six in the final minute to beat Lowellville 56-50. By John Butera


Police chief cut costs, hopes to buy cruiser

Reduction of overtime helped police stay within a $315,000 budget. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR