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Lease deal designed to make up fund gap

The $3.5 million plan would give the city more financial flexibility. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY


JACKSON-MILTON | Board of education

Six candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running are Bart McGee*,


Associated Press

Associated Press TOTO-LY CUTE: Karen Cooper, dressed as Dorothy from "The Wizard of Oz," holds


Voters in township will elect 2 trustees from 3 candidates

Growth is on the minds of all three trustee candidates. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF


Parole board is asked to vote for clemency

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Attorneys for a condemned inmate who maintains he didn't kill a postal worker asked


GOSHEN TOWNSHIP | Trustees

Four candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. CHARLES R. BRICKER* Age:


NBA PREVIEW

NBA preview The NBA season begins tonight with the Hornets playing in their "new" hometown,


LOWELLVILLE

LOWELLVILLE Board of education Four candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes


Myron Cope cited at game

The former Steelers' broadcaster was honored during Myron Cope Day. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- When game


3 Warren men are arraigned on robbery and assault charges

WARREN -- Bond is $250,000 each for three city men who were arraigned on aggravated robbery and


Nominee is quiet, patient, knowledgeable, insiders say

His conservative beliefs are evident, acquaintances say. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON


Pavlik could get shot at WBO title with win

Kelly Pavlik will fight Jan. 21 in an elimination bout in Las Vegas. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR


BEAVER TOWNSHIP | Trustee

Six candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running is Robert McMurray


European price controls hurting U.S.

Opinion: By JAMES K. GLASSMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Even at the lofty levels of recent years,


Bush spurns shake-up calls in CIA unveiling

Bush's already-troubled administration suffers more blows. WASHINGTON (AP) -- On Monday, the White


STRUTHERS | 2nd Ward Council

Two candidates are running for one seat. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running is Mike Sepesy, who


Woman seeks end to hearings

The lawyers say Girard is usurping the powers of the city's municipal court. By TIM YOVICH


Cedar Point to add ride, lower ticket prices

SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) -- Cedar Point will add a new thrill ride next year and lower ticket prices


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Lews Clues(McKirgn)5.403.402.40 Backlash


Exal receives $7 million for new factory in city

Exal Corp. began operations in Youngstown in 1993. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


2 countries seek help from their neighbors

More than 40 people have been killed in Vietnam; four have died in Cambodia. BRISBANE, Australia


SMITH TOWNSHIP | Trustees

Four candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running are Ralph G.


Noe returns from Fla. to face charges

The coin dealer admits that $13 million is missing from a compensation fund. TOLEDO (AP) -- A coin


WEST BRANCH | Board of education

Four candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running is Larry


THE VINDICATOR

The Vindicator IN COURT: Melissa Crago, former Davis Elementary School PTA treasurer, appears in


COLUMBIANA COUNTY | Muni court judge

Four candidates are running for the unexpired term ending Jan. 1, 2008. An (*) denotes incumbent.


Frye may succeed Dilfer at QB

Coach Romeo Crennel isn't sure who will start at quarterback against the Titans. BEREA (AP) -- An


MCDONALD | Council

Five candidates are running for the seats, with four to elect. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also


NBA PREVIEW | The teams

EASTERN CONFERENCE CENTRAL DIVISION Cleveland Cavaliers Last season: 42-40. Coach: Mike Brown.


Today is Tuesday, Nov. 1, the 305th day of 2005. There are 60 days left in the year. This is All

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Nov. 1, the 305th day of 2005. There are 60 days left in the year. This is All


ASSASSINATION IN LEBANON U.N. Security Council warns Syria to cooperate in probe

Syria's foreign minister said it is being accused of a crime without evidence. UNITED NATIONS (AP)


Ducks test positive for milder virus

TORONTO (AP) -- Nearly three dozen wild ducks have tested positive for the H5 bird flu virus in


Bonds set for 3 men in separate cases

YOUNGSTOWN -- Million-dollar bonds were set Monday in municipal court for men accused in separate


A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY Oct. 24


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT It was incorrectly reported Friday that Jay Williams, a Youngstown mayoral


Tax ignores basic laws of supply and demand

Opinion: By MARK J. PERRY KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE FLINT, Mich. -- In response to the recent spike in oil


GENERAL ELECTION

GENERAL ELECTION Your guide to races, issues in the region kELECTION DAY is one week from today.


CANFIELD | Trustees

Three candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. WILLIAM D. REESE* Age:


Dad's proposition might mean he has form of dementia

Dear Annie: Something has happened, and I am unable to talk to anyone I know about it. I'm an adult


Trojans climb past Texas to No. 1 in BCS standings

For the first time, the top two teams switched spots in consecutive weeks. NEW YORK (AP) --


Poll hours for Election Day are announced

The polls in Ohio are open on Election Day from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Those casting ballots in


Double-check label information on new prescriptions

Dear Heloise: As a pharmacist, I would just like to clear the air. (This is referring to a reader's


Knee injury ends Culpepper's year

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- The demoralized Minnesota Vikings surely believed their already dire


NFL ROUNDUP News and notes

Rams: Joe Vitt, interim head coach with Mike Martz recovering from a heart ailment, underwent a


POLAND | Board of education

Four candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running is Mike Black, who


'Cool' slump may lead to unsightly hump

Sustained slouching can make you more vulnerable to serious injuries. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


LOWELLVILLE | Council

Five candidates are running for four seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. BILL FLORA* Age: 49.


Prep Preview - Regional Soccer

GIRLS Division II Cardinal Mooney (16-2-1) vs. Bay Village Bay (13-5-1) When: Wednesday, 7 p.m.


Ohio papers consider election reform package

Newspapers in Youngstown and Akron back Issue 1. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS The Columbus Dispatch asked


HOW THEY FARED YSU opponents

Slippery Rock (4-5) beat Shippensburg 58-28: Next: at Clarion, Saturday. Northeastern (1-7) lost to


Local doctor accused of domestic violence

CANFIELD -- An area doctor is scheduled to appear on a domestic violence charge at 5:30 p.m.


COITSVILLE | Township trustee

Four candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. WALTER P. ADVEY* Age: 67.


2 men charged with abduction and assault

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police arrested two South Side men on several charges Monday after a woman told police


Sex offender, robbers appear

A woman who had sex with a 15-year-old boy told police he assaulted her. MERCER, Pa. -- In Mercer


The most important vote you'll cast next Tuesday

Opinion: The most important vote you'll cast next Tuesday EDITOR: On Nov. 4, 1988, Terry Sean Crogan was


Man, 83, discusses shooting at home

Walter Swita has been carrying a gun since a previous attack. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME


Three attorneys hope to replace outgoing judge

The city's law director and acting Municipal Court judge are candidates. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


SOUTH RANGE | Board of Education

Five candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running is John Fromel,


Thousands pay respects to Rosa Parks

The civil rights icon's funeral will be Wednesday in Detroit. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Linking hands and


Council candidates stress city's financial condition

The challenger said he wants to give back to the city. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF


STRUTHERS | Treasurer

Two candidates are running for the seat. Also running is Bill Minchin, who did not respond to the


Man charged in shooting at Boardman motel

BOARDMAN -- A woman was shot at the Microtel on South Avenue. Police arrested Ronnie Trimble, 22,


Finchem finalizing plans for tour future

It could include a World Series like finish after the majors. PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- For


2 Campbell men shot

2 Campbell men shot YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men were shot around the same time early Monday in what


No Smoking Posters win honors for local pupils

First-place winners are to receive $100. BOARDMAN -- Several area pupils were to be recognized


LAKEVIEW | Board of Education

Four candidates are running for three four-year seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Bob Moody, a write-


STRUTHERS | Board of education

Six candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running are Jeri D. Bell


NHL ROUNDUP Monday's games

Canadiens 4, Rangers 1 NEW YORK -- Steve Begin scored a short-handed goal 1:14 after Jaromir Jagr


Trumbull County schools deserve support of voters

Opinion: While there are seven school districts in Trumbull County seeking voter approval of levies in the


Weekend review: few glitches and great time for concert-goers

3 Doors Down and Tony Bennett didn't sell out, but officials were still pleased. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Punish those who capitalize on tragedies

Opinion: By AMY F. ISAACS KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- Everyone should be particularly careful in


MVSD aims to expand

MVSD can broaden its customer base only through its member cities. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


YSU must rebuild squad after losing 10 seniors in 2005

The Penguins have six holdovers and eight freshmen to mold new team. SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR


Farrell Alumni Hall of Fame will honor first class of inductees during ceremonies at the high school

FARRELL, Pa. -- The Farrell Alumni Hall of Fame will honor its first class of inductees at 6:30 p.m.


Leaks a way of life in the capital

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- What would this city be without leaks? What would life be like inside the Beltway


Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Lakeview Local Board of Education special session, 7 a.m., Lakeview Board of


BASEBALL ROUNDUP | News and notes

Red Sox: General manager Theo Epstein walked away from his hometown team Monday, stunning Boston and


"I want to encourage other people. They don't think they could walk from the far end of the Wal-Mart

Opinion: "I want to encourage other people. They don't think they could walk from the far end of the Wal-Mart


Help Hotline elects directors, gives them awards

YOUNGSTOWN -- The following people were elected to the Help Hotline Crisis Center Board of Directors


Investigation reveals mistaken-arrest case

Tanya Robinson was cleared of drug-related charges. COLUMBUS (AP) -- For three weeks, police said


Bush's pick symbolizes right shift

Unlike Harriet Miers, he seems to have a solid Republican backing. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR


YSU

YSU Football ST. LOUIS -- Youngstown State punter Joe Bishop was named Gateway Football


9 facilities recognized for improving

Youngstown is in academic emergency, but one of its schools made the grade. YOUNGSTOWN -- Nine


Martha Stewart planned to bump Donald Trump

Martha Stewart planned to bump Donald Trump NEW YORK -- Before her version of "The Apprentice"


Vaccine will be focus of flu strategy

Don't go to work sick or send kids to school sick, the White House pleads. WASHINGTON (AP) --


SPRINGFIELD | Board of Education

Five candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running are Max Heinl*


DAY-CARE KIDS SHOW THEY

Day-care kids show they have spirit Michael Burse, right, a pupil at the Wee Care Day Care and


Site set to find dates for busy farmers

Long hours and the work itself can be a turnoff, some farmers contend. BEACHWOOD, Ohio (AP) --


Hornets play home opener in Oklahoma City tonight

It will be the first of 35 games at Ford Center for New Orleans. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- There's a


Winner of race for mayor faces numerous challenges

The Queen City hasn't fully recovered from racial tensions dating to the 2001 riots. CINCINNATI


DeLay reports fund-raising total for defense

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Rep. Tom DeLay's Legal Expense Trust reported Monday that it raised $318,000 in


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Bethany Foster and Richard Hice, Sharon, Pa., boy, Oct.


IRAQ Insurgents' bombs more deadly

Seven Americans lost their lives in the 'triangle of death.' BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Capping the


Contending Badgers still must face PSU

Wisconsin's offense is strong, but the defense struggles, their coach says. MADISON, Wis. (AP) --


Major driver-swap nearing completion for 2006

It will involve Kurt Busch and Jamie McMurray and a third to be named. WINSTON-SALEM JOURNAL


Bengals on verge of turnabout

They need only three more wins to clinch their first winning mark since 1990. CINCINNATI (AP) --


$2M bond set for accused in woman's death

WARREN -- A 26-year-old Warren man who could face the death penalty if convicted of aggravated


Police pursue car from I-680 to Oakwood

AUSTINTOWN -- Police chased a car from Interstate 680 to Meridian Road and onto Oakwood Avenue in


WESTERN RESERVE

WESTERN RESERVE Board of education Four candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes


Homicide cases seeing action today

YOUNGSTOWN -- Two murder cases are scheduled for action in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court today.


WARREN TOWNSHIP | Trustees

Five candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Candidates George Edmiston III


MAHONING COUNTY Educational Service Center

Four candidates are running for three seats on the governing Board of the Mahoning County


Two local boxers are set on card

Roland Commings and Billy Lyell are billed in bouts Nov. 23. CHESTER, W. Va. -- Boxing returns to


Barry behind bars -- again

Opinion: Washington Post: What is it about D.C. Council member Marion Barry and trouble? The two seem to have


Immunization program

Immunization program NORTH JACKSON -- United Auto Workers Local 1112 is having a flu immunization


Ergonomics could relieve workplace problems

People need to take breaks often, stretch and break up repetition of movements. Marc Resnick,


SOUTHINGTON | Trustees

Four candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running are George W. Kirk


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY New complaints Wachovia Small Business Capital vs. Alibaba Charhcor Inc. et al ,


PENNSYLVANIA Pay-raise uproar puts focus on judicial retention hopefuls

One justice says he's being attacked for something he can't control. HARRISBURG (AP) -- In any


PLAYERS OF WEEK

PLAYERS OF WEEK YSU football Hill Barth & amp; King Offensive Player of the Game: Demetrius


Thousands in shelters after Hurricane Beta

Thousands in shelters after Hurricane Beta MANAGUA, Nicaragua -- Thousands of people remained in


Penguins put 2 rookie Ryans right out front

The Penguins coach hopes that Christensen and Whitney energize the team. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Not


SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP | Trustees

Six candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running is Donald W.


CONCERT REVIEW Philharmonic gives superb renditions

Under the maestro, excitement and drive prevailed. By JEROME K. STEPHENS VINDICATOR


MILTON TOWNSHIP | Trustees

Six candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running is Jay Cole, who


Sanders is no longer calling Vols' plays

Tennessee, averaging only 16 points a game, will try a new play-calling strategy. KNOXVILLE, Tenn.


AUSTINTOWN | Trustees

Four candidates are running for two seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Ed Rowland did not respond to


CAMPBELL | Board of education

Eight candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running are Robert T.


CANFIELD | Board of education

Four candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. Also running are Terry


Bills facing big challenges

Buffalo improved against New England Sunday, but didn't get a win to show for it. ORCHARD PARK,


LIQUOR CONTROL

LIQUOR CONTROL The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers


Newark in playoffs after 30-year layoff

The Wildcats meet Gahanna Lincoln, a team they just beat last week. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Newark


BRIDGE

North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x J 2 u 7 4 v A K 3 w K Q 10 7 3 2 WEST EAST


STRUTHERS | Council at-large

Four candidates are running for three seats. An (*) denotes incumbent. RONALD MATHEWS* Age: 67.


Steelers edge Ravens, 20-19

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers have uncovered


Best Bets on TV Tonight

"Rx for Survival: A Global Health Challenge" (9 p.m. PBS): This new six-hour documentary series


OHIO DIVISION I

OHIO DIVISION I All Games at 7 p.m. Saturday Region 1 (8) Shaker Hts. (6-4) at (1) Lakewood