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Pondering the past year of fishing helps forecast '06
Looking back can be a great way to see into the future, especially for anglers seeking clues about
Growing up without outdoor experience
If you read and enjoy this column regularly, I suspect we share a common bond. I suspect that you,
VA's study shows callers mostly get wrong answers
Some VA workers were also dismissive, unhelpful or rude to those who called. Knight Ridder
New measures target wide range of concerns
States have made changes concerning health care, taxes and paparazzi. ASSOCIATED PRESS The new
SURVEY FINDINGS Parents save more for college tuition, not retirement
Advisers recommend saving for retirement; college funds can be borrowed. NEW YORK (AP) -- All
'LOST' Rodriguez, Watros arraigned on drunken driving charges
HONOLULU (AP) -- "Lost" stars Michelle Rodriguez and Cynthia Watros were arraigned on charges of
INDEPENDENCE BOWL Smith rallies Tigers for win
The Youngstown native accounted for 431 of Missouri's 504 yards. SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) -- As Brad
Today is Saturday, Dec. 31, the 365th and final day of 2005. On this date in 1879, Thomas Edison
Opinion: Today is Saturday, Dec. 31, the 365th and final day of 2005. On this date in 1879, Thomas Edison
PEACH BOWL LSU humbles No. 9 Miami, 40-3
Cardinal Mooney graduate Bo Pelini is the defensive coordinator for LSU. ATLANTA (AP) -- Matt
Center will do its own payroll
The Counseling Center was once part of the mental health services board. By NANCY TULLIS
Companies that confirmed they applied, or intended to apply, for a slots license in Pennsylvania:
Companies that confirmed they applied, or intended to apply, for a slots license in Pennsylvania:
IRAQ U.S. military's '05 fatalities near '04 total
Friday was chaotic with continued violence and the beginning of a fuel crisis. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)
Judge: We must prioritize inmates Grand jury's jail report is positive
Jurors said prisoners got better medical care than some law-abiding citizens. By DEBORA SHAULIS
American College Testing Program offers tips for taking test
YOUNGSTOWN -- Middle and high school pupils will soon be selecting the courses they will be taking
Bush signs bills involving the Patriot Act, agency funding, Iraq
CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) -- President Bush, unhappy with Congress for not permanently extending the
U.S. SCHOOLS Study links food rewards to weight issues
Some schools have banned giving pupils candy as a reward for good work. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) --
Office resumes old business hours
The recorder says commissioners gave him 'a very fair budget' for 2006. By DEBORA SHAULIS
Order bars spending in embezzling probe
WARREN -- A temporary restraining order was granted to prevent the spending of any money that may
TERRY MATTINGLY Religion writers select top 10
The suicide bomber struck at a sandwich stand in the busy outdoor market of the Israeli coastal city
Hunting trip puts patience to test
In three days, nine birds didn't come easy. Knight Ridder Newspapers ELLENDALE, N.D. -- The
NHL Blue Jackets post third straight win
Rick Nash and Nikolai Zherdev spearheaded Columbus past Chicago, 3-2. CHICAGO (AP) -- Rick Nash
REGIONAL COLLEGES | RECENT GAMES
Men Mount St. Mary 99, Westminster 95 One night after rallying from a 15-point second-half
ON THE WEB Interesting sites
Explore cyberspace and your inner spiritual space through these Web sites. www.WorshipQuest.org:
CHRISTOLOGY A look at how various religions perceive Jesus
Jesus asked his disciples, 'Who do people say I am? Who do you say I am?' KNIGHT RIDDER
O'Brien seeks GOP nomination
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O'Brien said Friday that he's seeking the Republican
ANNIE'S MAILBOX Tell parents you'd like to know they care
Dear Annie: My wife's parents are somewhat typical baby boomers. Enjoying the privileges of early
FRIDAY'S RESULTS
FRIDAY'S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL AREA Canfield 89, Lakeview 37 Struthers 65, Springfield 59
Taft's plan: prepare students with better college, work skills
The governor will give specifics on his plan next month or in February. COLUMBUS (AP) -- As higher
Aim of Toshiba awards program is pupil-teacher science research
The ExploraVision competition offers top prizes of $10,000 U.S. Savings Bonds. NEW YORK, N.Y. --
MINIPAGE TEACHER'S GUIDE
MiniPage Teacher's Guide MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards.
PENGUINS Rookie Crosby has exceeded all his expectations
He's even been playing better under new head coach Michel Therrien. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sidney
Catholic Church in Boston offers to settle claims
BOSTON (AP) -- The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston has offered to settle another round of
SteelHounds suffer 6-3 loss to Colorado Eagles
Youngstown couldn't handle the Eagles' power plays. LOVELAND, Colo. -- The best team in the
Mooney's McCarthy can't play, but excited
The Notre Dame freshman defensive back had in-season shoulder surgery. By ROB TODOR VINDICATOR
Air Force One pilot Hanson dies at age 81
LACONIA, N.H. (AP) -- Lewis Hanson, a pilot for four presidents who co-piloted the flight that
CHURCH HISTORY \ THROUGH THE YEARS
Background: The Rev. John E. Berger came to Newton Falls in July 1955 to begin development of a
Associated Press
Associated Press NOTEWORTHY: Violinist Kiku Enomoto and Jessica Elkhatib, cellist, perform
GEORGIE ANNE GEYER Events of 2005 defy easy definition
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Trying to & quot;wrap up & quot; 2005 is like trying to wrap a gift where,
Family forgives man who says he killed son
The prosecutor said he will pursue the death penalty. OTTAWA, Ohio (AP) -- The family of a man who
HOW HE SEES IT Ready or not, it's time to step forward
Opinion: By JEFFREY SHAFFER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR PORTLAND, Ore. -- As the final hours of 2005 tick
HELPFUL BOOKS On religions
Here are several books that will provide useful information about many religions of the world:
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Scheduled guests
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- Gen. Peter Pace, chairman of the
New program encourages students to do 'actual science'
YOUNGSTOWN -- Students call them "cookbook labs" -- they learn to use lab equipment, complete an
ASSAULT CHARGES Youth coach refuses to take plea bargain
He is accused of telling an 8-year-old to hit an autistic teammate with a baseball. SCRIPPS HOWARD
HOW SHE SEES IT Congress makes Viagra national priority
Opinion: By DIANA ZUCKERMAN KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE As we consider our goals for the New Year, what is
Heacock has job to stop Irish
OSU's defensive coordinator from West Branch has to prepare a sound game plan. By ROB TODOR
PENNSYLVANIA Slot license applicants abound
Applicants range from Trump to Pittsburgh Penguins to Quincy Jones. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Two dozen
Justice office launches probe in security leak
Investigators will determine whether a crime has been committed. Washington Post WASHINGTON --
State processes permits for reopening of B & amp;O
The applicant has 30 days to pay a permit fee. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF Writer
SPEAKER SCHEDULED
Speaker scheduled YOUNGSTOWN -- Dick Reuben of Evangelistic Association Inc., Boonville, Ind.,
BOWL GAMES Elite teams from power leagues will square off in the new year
The will be eight games in three days between founding members of the BCS. By RALPH D. RUSSO AP
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Quintin and Christine Flanagan, Youngstown, girl, Dec. 29.
ROUNDUP | Friday's other games
Senators 4, Islanders 3 OTTAWA -- Bryan Smolinski scored with 1:46 left in the third period to
Two students to attend SkillsUSA program
Two students to attend SkillsUSA program CANFIELD -- Two Mahoning County Career & amp;
Coristin, Cooper lead Yo. Christian
Mineral Ridge and Southeast each earned double-digit victories. YOUNGSTOWN -- Rachel Coristin and
Bush rejects Chinese pipe quotas; jobs at risk
Pipe plants, and perhaps whole companies, will close, a consultant says. By DON SHILLING
hPost-Katrina nuptials
hPost-Katrina nuptials NEW ORLEANS -- Judge Roland Belsome pronounces Nicole Clark and Rudy
MOVIE REVIEWS In local theaters
s AEON FLUX: Charlize Theron plays an assassin in this achingly dull and empty futuristic fantasy. 1
Celebrate St. Basil's generosity with gifts
"You better watch out, You better not cry. You better not shout, I'm telling you why." St. Basil is
Mistaken phone calls disturb crime victims
An automated system notified thousands that inmates had been released. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Thousands
Don't drop the ball -- until midnight, that is
Youngstown city workers put a ball in place atop the city annex building in downtown Youngstown in
BASEBALL
BASEBALL YSU -- WILL HOLD A WINTER INSTRUCTIONAL CAMP FOR AGES 8-18 ON JAN. 28-29 AT BEEGHLY
Out with the old, in with new
ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- FACING A CLOSET FULL OF 2005 STYLES AND NOT SURE WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT?
Canfield's hot shooting routs Lakeview, 89-37
The Cardinals were 36-of-53 from the field for 68 percent. By DOUG CHAPIN Vindicator
Teen traveler from Fla. to return home safely
The boy told the AP he wanted to witness the Dec. 15 elections in Baghdad. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A
"Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2006" (10 p.m., ABC): It's the 34th year for this New Year's
"Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2006" (10 p.m., ABC): It's the 34th year for this New Year's
Immigrants join in protest of fatal shooting by police
The man threatened deputies trying to take him back to a mental hospital. Associated Press
'ROLLERGIRLS' A & amp;E debuts racy derby
The series premieres Monday at 10 p.m. NEW YORK (AP) -- One of the ladies featured on the A
CHALKS & amp; DOGS PRO PICKS
Today Denver (plus 9) at San Diego: Not a misprint. The Broncos will rest people and Marty
Man is accused of lying about wheelchair theft
CANTON (AP) -- An amputee lied about three men stealing his wheelchair so he could con a sympathetic
CLEVELAND Browns deny rumor on Savage
ESPN.com reported that the team was on the verge of firing their GM. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Browns
DUI patrols planned in Mahoning County
DUI patrols planned in Mahoning County Police officers of the Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle
Dog comforts woman after husband's death
Dear Heloise: My husband and I took early retirement so we would have time to devote to our hobby of
Spirit of congregation moves church forward
The Rev. Ted Schaffer is serving as interim pastor. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR RELIGION
Immigration judge halts deportation of high school student
The 18-year-old wants to graduate first. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The deportation of a northwest Ohio
CINCINNATI Bengals unable to say very much about the playoffs
Cincinnati players don't have too much playoff experience to comment about. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The
New course to offer 2-week study in China
The university is seeking backers to help finance student travel and other costs. YOUNGSTOWN --
U.S. SENATE In Pennsylvania, '06 race heats up before it begins
Santorum and likely opponent Casey have drawn national support, opposition. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
Frilly garments are giving way to gender-blending fashions
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS TRENDS ARE FOLLOWED USUALLY BY COUNTERTRENDS. WHILE WE'RE STILL TRYING TO
Jackson to skip Secrest
Jackson to skip Secrest LOS ANGELES -- So how is "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson planning to
Nontraditional song gains popularity at weddings
Despite its beauty and conveniences, many musicians dislike the piece. By MARTIN STEINBERG
MUSICAL MENU TASTEFUL SELECTIONS
Classical songs to consider for that moment to remember. For the procession down the aisle:
NBA Despite Arenas' 47 points, Wizards fall again to Heat
Miami conquered Washington for the 14th straight time, 128-113. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Even a career-
NEWTON TOWNSHIP SLAYINGS Police link suspects to double homicide
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Two Youngstown people are charged in the
AFGHANISTAN Commander sure of NATO's troops
This year was the deadliest in Afghanistan since 2001. KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AP) -- A U.S.
MUSIC CITY BOWL Virginia pulls out win over Gophers on late field goal
Connor Hughes booted a 39-yarder with 1:08 remaining for a 34-31 win. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) --
Grant nets 35 as Ursuline rolls past Canton Central
The Irish improved to 4-3 with the 60-43 victory. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
GRADS LIST
GRADS LIST THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS WERE AWARDED BACHELOR'S DEGREES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED:
TAFT PLAN
TAFT PLAN SCHOOL TO WORK HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FOCUS GOV. BOB TAFT OUTLINED TO HIS PARTNERSHIP FOR
PREVIEW | This weekend's games
TODAY DENVER (12-3) At SAN DIEGO (9-6) Time: 4:30 p.m. (CBS). Key matchup: Denver RB Tatum Bell
Sharon man jailed for a parcel of pot
He could serve up to six months. MERCER, Pa. -- A Sharon man was given a jail term Friday after
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TODAY'S GAMES
TODAY'S GAMES DENVER AT SAN DIEGO, 4:30 P.M. N.Y. GIANTS AT OAKLAND, 8 P.M. SUNDAY'S GAMES
OHIO
OHIO Bass College kicks off Cleveland Boat Show CLEVELAND -- The inaugural Bass College will be
ORANGE BOWL Nittany Lions' offense helped bv Longhorns
Penn State coaches visited Texas last spring for some tips. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) -- Penn
No. 2 UConn routs Quinnipiac; No. 4 Memphis topples Purdue
No. 19 N.C. State handed No. 12 George Washington its first loss of the season. ASSOCIATED PRESS
PITTSBURGH Steelers looking to get momentum for playoff season
With a win Sunday, Pittsburgh will own a four-game winning streak. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
Northfield Results
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BRIDGE
WEEKLY QUIZ Q. Neither vulnerable, as South you hold: x K Q 10 5 4 u A Q 9 3 v K 10 7 w 6 The
WOMEN'S TOP 25 | Friday's games
No. 3 LSU 87, South Florida 44 BATON ROUGE, La. -- Sylvia Fowles had 24 points and 13 rebounds to
Council delays plant decision, rescinds previous legislation
Legislation on sale of the water treatment plant was sent to a second hearing. CAMPBELL -- City
YSU PREVIEW BASKETBALL
MEN Who: YSU (3-7, 0-0) vs. Illinois-Chicago (7-5, 0-0). When: Today, 3 p.m. Where: UIC Pavilion,
SUN BOWL UCLA tames Wildcats by 50-38
Brandon Breazell and Drew Olson provided the big plays for the Bruins. EL PASO, Texas (AP) --
TCU seeks respect against Iowa State
The Horned Frogs know a bowl victory could boost their national image. HOUSTON (AP) -- TCU won 10
BOYS BASKETBALL Late rally secures Wildcats' win
Travis Foreman had 23 points, and 10 rebounds in an East Palestine win. STRUTHERS -- Struthers
Judge gives jail report a deadline extension
YOUNGSTOWN -- U.S. District Judge David D. Dowd Jr. granted a request Friday by Mahoning County to
To leap or not to leap
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: Just before midnight chimes tonight on the world's official clock in Greenwich,
LITERARY SPIRIT \ Religion in the media
"Girl Seeks Bliss" by Nicole Beland (Plume, 157 pages, $14). The cover exposes this book's obvious
FIESTA BOWL ROUNDUP | News and notes
The bling is the thing: Ohio State coach Jim Tressel was asked what was more impressive on