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Lineman, DB are ailing for Falcons
Atlanta hopes Todd Weiner and Kevin Mathis are healthy for Sunday. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) --
Detective says Blake wanted Bakley dead
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A former police detective who worked for Robert Blake as a private investigator
Prosecutor opposes rescheduling trial
Lawyer seeks to postpone because another trial has been pending since 1999. YOUNGSTOWN -- Clients
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Boston says bomb threat not reliable
Officials dismiss an anonymous tip, saying it could have been a hoax. WASHINGTON POST BOSTON --
Ukraine leader to visit Moscow, European cities
WASHINGTON POST MOSCOW -- Ukrainian president-elect Viktor Yushchenko moved Thursday to repair
Is U.S. conservatism truly conservative?
Opinion: By GILLIS HARP, Ph.D. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR A little success is a dangerous thing,
Men's Basketball Scores
MEN'S BASKETBALL SCORES EAST Alfred 68, Hartwick 50 American U. 72, Army 37 Amherst 68,
The buzz on TV
The buzz on TV SEVENTEEN MAGAZINE All eyes are now on Jamie Lynn Spears. With her new
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Giving 'Matt' his own chores should work
Dear Annie: My brother-in-law, "Matt," moved in with us a year ago, after splitting with his wife.
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THOMAS SOWELL Social Security Trust Fund is a fiction
Opinion: The latest liberal spin on Social Security is that there is no problem. Of course, there is no
Judge locks up man accused in 3 accidents
The suspect says he has a seizure disorder that causes spells. YOUNGSTOWN -- A 34-year-old
WEDNESDAY'S GAMES
WEDNESDAY'S GAMES Boston 92, Chicago 83 Toronto 98, New York 81 Philadelphia 107, Charlotte
Clemens returning to Astros
The Rocket will take home $18 million to pitch for a 22nd season. HOUSTON (AP) -- Roger Clemens is
Weekly quiz:
Weekly quiz: Q. Vulnerable, you hold: xK 9 8 5 3 2 uK 9 4 v8 4 w5 2 Partner opens the bidding
Changes to arena contracts result in savings for project
The city also found a way to get a freight elevator installed at the center. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
Some applauded him; others weren't so enamored.
Some applauded him; others weren't so enamored. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON --
Air Canada resumes flights
The airline agreed not to discipline employees who punched out for others. TORONTO (AP) -- Air
Town in Louisiana mourns loss of six
Town in Louisiana mourns loss of six k THE SMALL community of Houma, La., lost six members of a
AUSTRALIAN OPEN
AUSTRALIAN OPEN TODAY Men's Third Round Guillermo Canas (12), Argentina, def. Radek Stepanek,
Blake gets 2-year deal from Tribe
The third baseman will move to the outfield after agreeing to a $5.4 million contract. CLEVELAND
Liberty survives scare from Tigers
Cornwell scored five points in overtime as Leopards remained perfect in TAC. LIBERTY -- Liberty
BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL Austintown Community Baseball will hold sign-ups Saturday and Sunday from
Group's mottto: Put principle above all else
Nobody is safe from this group's criticism. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON -- Among the droves of
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people: Richard L.
HOW HE SEES IT China, India emerging as world powers
Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Last week the National Intelligence Council, the
ELKTON Northeast Ohio imam freed from area lockup
ELKTON (AP) -- The leader of Ohio's largest mosque finished a two-month prison term for lying about
4th-quarter earnings report shows profits rose 18 percent
GE's CEO said growth should be sustained into 2006. STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) -- General Electric Co.'s
2 arraigned in South Side church burglary
The judge set $50,000 bonds for the two men. YOUNGSTOWN -- Maybe it was the hour (almost midnight)
Reader's suggestion to stack candles could actually pose a fire hazard
Dear Heloise: I have found a great way to preserve my pretty, decorative candles -- yet still burn
No. 2 LSU 91, Arkansas 45
No. 2 LSU 91, Arkansas 45 BATON ROUGE, La. -- Seimone Augustus scored 16 points and grabbed eight
What's warm and trendy
When you head to the store to take advantage of sales, keep your fashion sense about you. By KATIE
Casino owner plans to send stone from Sebring on a nationwide tour
The rock will tour with a menagerie of oddities. SEBRING -- The online casino that will pay $2,550
Chief Ross is calling it quits; should have done so sooner
Opinion: By overstaying his welcome, Girard Police Chief Anthony "Buster" Ross has made sure that his 50-year
Teams prepare for storm
Snowstorm likely to pass before Sunday's conference championship games. They'll be throwing
HOCKEY Progress not seen in latest NHL talks
The gap between players and owners remains wide four months into the lockout. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Recorder's office: Cuts will hurt general fund
The office brought in more than $1 million last year. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County Recorder
Ohio State outworks Indiana for a victory
Third-ranked Ohio State improved to 5-1 in the Big Ten. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) -- Ohio State's
Let doctors make the call
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: Suffering from a cold, aches and pains, or heartburn? Head for the over-the-
Churchill kids club begins second semester
Churchill kids club begins second semester LIBERTY -- The King's Kids Club of Churchill United
Drug-approval pendulum
Opinion: Drug-approval pendulum Los Angeles Times: No drug is completely safe. Scientists may understand
Grant scores 29 points to lead Ursuline
Decisive third quarter was the difference for Irish in 47-37 win over Harding. YOUNGSTOWN --
Americans brave tight security, cold weather for taste of history
Youngstown native Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth attended one of the balls. COMBINED DISPATCHES
Success is spelled T-E-A-M
FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) -- There's a certain way of doing things in New England, and players fall in
Salem's Yum Yum Tree to close
SALEM -- A candy store that has resided on State Street for about 30 years is closing at the end of
A summary of recent crime activity in Liberty, Hubbard and Girard:
A summary of recent crime activity in Liberty, Hubbard and Girard: LIBERTY Jan. 11 Theft: An
friday's summaries
FRIDAY'S SUMMARIES WIZARDS 118, RAPTORS 109 TORONTO (109) -- Peterson 6-17 2-2 18, Bosh 5-9 6-6
Family of 4 rescued from house
Carbon monoxide was measured in the house at a potentially deadly level. BOARDMAN -- A
Can Eagles' experience overcome pressure?
Philadelphia must overcome past failures and an Atlanta team that has nothing to lose.
In four years, world changes, and so does Bush agenda
Opinion: In his first inaugural address four years ago, President Bush pledged to "work to build a single
MOUNTAINEER ENTRIES SATURDAY -- 7 P.M.
MOUNTAINEER ENTRIES SATURDAY -- 7 P.M. 1st--$11,100, Claiming $5,000, 3 yo's & amp; up, One
Injury report: New England defensive lineman Richard Seymour will not start in Sunday's AFC title game against the Pittsburgh Steelers because of a left knee injury, though might play as a substitute.
Injury report: New England defensive lineman Richard Seymour will not start in Sunday's AFC title
Atlanta's 'D' is for Donatell
The coordinator has bounced back nicely after getting sacked by the Packers. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga.
AIDS CDC recommends drug cocktails after exposure
Government says treatment should start within 72 hours. ATLANTA (AP) -- In a major policy shift,
Sides in abortion debate wonder if Bush will seek ruling's reversal
The annual March for Life is Monday in Washington. NEW YORK (AP) -- Coming just two days after
Bidding war for Jesus rock ends at $2,550
Steven Wolfe believes rubbing the rock can help to cure cancer. SEBRING -- A rock said to bear the
"I will tell you what I think."
Opinion: "I will tell you what I think." Condoleezza Rice Who won a strong but not unanimous
BOYS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA
BOYS BASKETBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES AREA Ashtabula SJP 66, Youngstown Christian 56 OHIO Archbold
Trumbull sheriff to lay off 27 police
The sheriff's budget is being cut 44 percent, the sheriff said. WARREN -- Laying off 27 employees
Today is Saturday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2005. There are 343 days left in the year. On this date in 1905, thousands of demonstrating Russian workers are fired on by Imperial army troops in St.
Today is Saturday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2005. There are 343 days left in the year. On this date
BUICK INVITATIONAL Lehman ties career best for lead
Veteran birdied the final six holes to open with a 62 at Torrey Pines North. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Tom
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .52, 23.8824.4 Avalon Holdings,3.043.95 Clear Channel,
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS | Opinions on the air
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- John Negroponte, U.S. ambassador
THURSDAY'S SUMMARIES
THURSDAY'S SUMMARIES MAVERICKS 99, CLIPPERS 77 L.A. CLIPPERS (77) -- Simmons 5-13 6-7 16, Brand
SCOTT SHALAWAY The taste of winter finally arrives
What a difference a week makes. Last time I wondered if winter weather would ever arrive. No sooner
ALZHEIMER'S Brain cell removal offers hope
Mouse study is successful in clearing plaque that might cause the disease. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Brain
HOW HE SEES IT China's scramble for oil is risky
Opinion: By DAVID R. FRANCIS CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Look at this imbalance: The average American
Witness accuses police of ignoring fights
A party at a fired officer's house leads to alcohol charges against teens. STRUTHERS -- A witness
Bush and religion
Bush and religion k PRESIDENT BUSH and first lady Laura Bush pray during the 55th Presidential
FLIGHT PLIGHT S Delta lost billions of dollars last year
ATLANTA (AP) -- Delta Air Lines Inc. blamed high fuel prices, low fares and hefty charges as it
Wizards 118, Raptors 109
Wizards 118, Raptors 109 WASHINGTON -- Antawn Jamison had 26 points and 13 rebounds, and Juan
St. John's to host series on tradition
YOUNGSTOWN -- St. John's Episcopal Church will host a five-part weekly series of contemporary faith-
Officers named, budget set
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities board
Hubbard appeals over police chief's pay
The chief and the safety director have been at odds over work hours. WARREN -- The city of Hubbard
TRUDY RUBIN Fear creates backdrop for the election in Iraq
Opinion: BAGHDAD -- It was an Iraqi gathering straight out of Bush administration dreams: Educated
Recent snow storms jog the memory
Opinion: As a United States Navy sailor during World War II, I didn't experience our tough Ohio winters. In
Drawing attention at the altar as well as the red carpet
The designer says her mother's glamorous style was her lifelong inspiration. NEW YORK (AP) --
Clark records milestone win
Sebring coach won his 100th game with a 75-40 victory over Crestview. SEBRING -- Sebring High boys
Fender sets record in Poland victory
He became school's all-time scoring leader with his 20-point performance. ALLIANCE -- The only
Oil prices weigh heavily on major stock indexes
An expert said investors are reacting rather than anticipating. NEW YORK (AP) -- A surge in oil
Iraq Al-Qaida leader calls for long struggle
U.S. troops kill five insurgent suspects in Mosul. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Iraq's most feared
Did lack of patrols contribute to killing?
Robert Parker, charged with murder, is to be arraigned today. YOUNGSTOWN -- The killing of a 17-
Some words of advice to smokers, would-be smokers
Opinion: Some words of advice to smokers, would-be smokers EDITOR: The Native American Indian had grown
PHILLY SUBURB Pa. probe targets Bill Cosby
The entertainer canceled a scheduled meeting Thursday in Cleveland. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A female
Today is Friday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2005. There are 344 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, Jan. 21, the 21st day of 2005. There are 344 days left in the year. On this date in
AT A GLANCE \ Steelers vs. Patriots
When: 6:30 p.m. Sunday. TV/radio: (27) (19) (2) (WBBG-FM 106.1), (WBBW-AM 1240) Series history:
It pays to check and double-check
Dear Heloise: Animals tied outside are much safer wearing harnesses than collars. I am owned by two
SURPLUS FOOD
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday.
Mineral Ridge pulls off upset against ICL foe
The Rams used defense to top 15th-ranked McDonald. MINERAL RIDGE - Tenacity and teamwork by the
BUSH ON GOD The president's comments
"Christ, because he changed my heart. ... When you turn your heart and your life over to Christ,
TRANSACTIONS
TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League DETROIT TIGERS--Named Tom Brookens manager of Oneonta of
Plant to expand and add 18 jobs
The expansion will allow more product work to be done locally. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Youngstown company
Homicide charge
Homicide charge CAMPBELL -- Latraiel R. Alexander, 48, of Youngstown was charged with aggravated
MIKE BRAUN Parking fee plan -- good or bad?
Recently the Ohio Department of Natural Resources made a proposal that was calculated to help keep
Eldridge to take over as Mount Zion pastor
The new pastor has founded a gospel group that has traveled to Europe. YOUNGSTOWN -- Music and
Melewski, big second quarter key for Canfield
NILES -- Kyle Melewski scored 19 points, and Canfield High outscored Niles 21-11 in the second
FIRST PLACE After-tax charge hits $3.4 million
Core earnings were higher than the comparable quarter a year ago. WARREN -- First Place Financial
Milwaukee's win streak reaches six
ASSOCIATED PRESS MILWAUKEE -- Joah Tucker scored 22 points as Wisconsin-Milwaukee won its sixth
NBA ROUNDUP
NBA ROUNDUP Thursday's games Rockets 108, Magic 99 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Tracy McGrady showed his
Online cops nab sex offenders
Men who show up for meetings are charged with importuning and attempted unlawful conduct with a
Four accused in bus hijack attempt
Official says he believes students worked together on the ruse. PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (AP) -- Three
Le Cercle Fran & ccedil;ais announces slate, activities for year
YOUNGSTOWN -- A new slate of officers for Le Cercle Fran & ccedil;ais was elected during the
Karen Lipp and Michael Wagner are engaged
XSALEM -- Jacquelyn Lipp, 5310 W. South Range Road, is announcing the engagement of her daughter,
Owl's last moments pause for thought
Pondering a great gray's final hours. By SAM COOK KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS DULUTH, Minn. --
2 men killed in fires
Both victims were alone inside the structures, authorities said. Separate fires late Friday
Bush has a way of making us happy
Opinion: By MARGARET CARLSON LOS ANGELES TIMES Money, we're reminded by recent studies, can't buy
Mom reacts with anguish and anger
The 17-year-old was fondly remembered by his friends and family. YOUNGSTOWN -- Zymond T. Bellard's
LeBron is youngest to record triple-double
Record is nice, but wins matter more to James and his teammates. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- LeBron
Coalition plans training center for recycling
The long-range goal is to make Youngstown the nation's recycling capital. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning
Vinatieri gives Pats leg up
New England's kicker has won two Super Bowls by taking every kick seriously. FOXBORO, Mass. (AP)
Dems getting on board
The party needs to embrace values-based issues. WASHINGTON POST Those Dems are getting religion.
A prominent Sunni cleric repeated his call for delaying the elections.
A prominent Sunni cleric repeated his call for delaying the elections. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A car
COLLEGE HOCKEY SCORES
COLLEGE HOCKEY SCORES Friday East Amherst 12, Castleton St. 0 Bentley 3, American
YSU falls to Butler on the road
Jen Perugini scored a season-high 20 points for the Penguins. INDIANAPOLIS -- Butler University
Venus plays mind games: It's been more than three years since Venus Williams, above, won a Grand Slam title. After not even really contending for one in 2004, she's healthier and hoping to go far at
Venus plays mind games: It's been more than three years since Venus Williams, above, won a Grand
Steelers hope to outwit 'genius'
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Maybe his 5-9 record against them allows the Pittsburgh Steelers to talk somewhat
Annual gift-giving luncheon by Links benefits two groups
HOWLAND -- Youngstown Chapter of Links, Inc., held its third annual holiday gift-giving luncheon on
hFrench demonstrate
hFrench demonstrate TOULOUSE, France -- Civil servants wave union flags during a demonstration in
Mahoning clerk to request no raises
The clerk said the number of cases filed in the courts continues to rise. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning
Longtime Salem plant looking to move
The company needs a smaller facility and new equipment. SALEM -- Hunt Valve Co.'s long history in
youngstown Crime statistics
YOUNGSTOWN Crime statistics Crime overall dropped in Youngstown last year. Police Chief Robert
Winter camp still on for Arrowhead group
The council serves 25,000 youths and 6,000 adults in six counties. PARKMAN -- Despite the frigid
Pennsylvania police honor 3 for rescues
The three men saved a fire victim and a car crash victim. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Pennsylvania
THURSDAY'S GAMES
THURSDAY'S GAMES Houston 108, Orlando 99 Dallas 99, L.A. Clippers 77 Sacramento 123, Cleveland
Russian trio, Serena move into 4th round
French Open champ Myskina won when injury forced Raymond to retire. MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) --
Does Bush believe he is God's man in the White House?
Does Bush believe he is God's man in the White House? ST. PETERSBURG TIMES WASHINGTON --
Fog fails to shroud Lehman's top spot
He tamed the difficult South Course at Torrey Pines for a 3-shot lead. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Soupy fog
LOCAL
LOCAL Phantoms win 3-1 BOARDMAN -- Bob Collar scored in the first and second periods, and Jerry
DALE McFEATTERS Bush meeting resistance to Social Security plan
Opinion: President Bush's euphoria on the eve of his inaugural surely deflated slightly when the
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st-Ts Miss Behaving(Merri)7.003.602.80 Royal Hummin(J Perrin)3.802.80
One generation later: Andre Agassi had some classic battles with Pete Sampras. With no sign of retirement in the near future, he's now sizing up his rival's son. After Agassi's three-set win over
One generation later: Andre Agassi had some classic battles with Pete Sampras. With no sign of
BOARD OF CONTROL
BOARD OF CONTROL Other action The city board of control also handled these matters Thursday:
Newly named Boomerang adjusts to new home
The animal has been renamed Uhuru -- Swahili for freedom. Boomerang the lion sleeps well tonight.
Gillian Anderson weds
Gillian Anderson weds LOS ANGELES -- "X-Files" star Gillian Anderson, 36, has taken the plunge:
No. 1 Illinois edges Iowa in OT
Illini let a 13-point lead slip away before winning in overtime. ASSOCIATED PRESS CHAMPAIGN,
EASTERN CONFERENCE
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayConf Philadelphia1820.474--5-5W-29-
Poor shooting haunts New Castle in loss to Rams
The Hurricanes shot 16-of-54 in free throws and were outrebounded 42-20. NEW CASTLE -- When Pine-
Capital project proposed
COLUMBUS -- A Republican state representative from Warren is sponsoring a proposed constitutional
Clarett's chance may be his last
The NFL is full of heartwarming tales about guys who came out of nowhere to make it big. Maurice
Mauresmo on track for No. 1
She advanced to the fourth round with a straight-set victory over Ivanovic. MELBOURNE, Australia
About 600 Ohio residents attend inauguration
Supporters and protesters from the state turned out in Washington. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The snow and
Penguins shooting to end skid
Youngstown losing streak at eight heading into today against Cleveland State. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
Siblings are using the will as a way to punish 'Lucy' for marrying Dad
Dear Annie: My wife's mother died 20 years ago, and her father married "Lucy" about a year after.
TSUNAMI U.S. plans to start removing its troops
Civilian aid groups will take a greater role in relief. BANDA ACEH, Indonesia (AP) -- The U.S.
Watson displays putting touch of his golden years to take lead
He recorded eight birdies on his way to an 8-under par 64 at MasterCard. KAUPULEHU-KONA, Hawaii
Teen 'runway' gets pricey
Once marketed exclusively to adults, high-priced fashion turns to high-schoolers. By YLAN Q. MUI
Cortland man, 78, killed in 2-vehicle crash
Cortland man, 78, killed in 2-vehicle crash VIENNA -- Nick M. Lambert, 78, of Cortland, was killed
Ford: $104 million 4th-quarter profit
The company's financial arm brings success despite an automotive side loss. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP)
Trucker guilty in 80-vehicle accident
A witness corroborated the defendant's story about the trooper's car being on the road. MERCER,
ANGLING TIPS Jack Wollitz
It's cold. It's snowy. The ice is bad. What's an angler to do? Sure, tomorrow you can watch the
On tap for the Grammys
On tap for the Grammys LOS ANGELES -- Green Day, Alicia Keys, Tim McGraw and U2 will perform at
Judge rules: Stan's the man
Cartoon creator is owed a percentage of profits form Marvel's income since 1998. NEW YORK (AP) --
Soldiers' deaths bring grief to small La. town
The loss of six is believed to be the largest by a Guard unit in the conflict. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
School nurses to get training in bioterrorism
Sponsors want to be on the leading edge of training in preparedness. YOUNGSTOWN -- Most school
Sect raised funds for Bush ads
The reclusive group has its roots in Australia and England. ST. PETERSBURG TIMES TALLAHASSEE,