News for November 24, 2005

Attorney gets 18-month license suspension

Mark Joseph Lavelle failed to prepare documents in one case, the court added. By MICHELE C. HLADIK

Dinner tickets scarce

Dinner tickets scarce WARREN -- The Dec. 3 performance of Tapestries of Ohio's boar's head dinner

KATHRYN CONZETT BRENT BARRETT

KATHRYN CONZETT BRENT BARRETT XHUBBARD -- Nuptial vows were exchanged in the presence of the Rev.

Jewish group demands apology from Jackson

Jewish group demands apology from Jackson LOS ANGELES -- The Anti-Defamation League demanded an

Extreme gratitude: Boardman family thankful for support from community

The local 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' episode is to air Dec. 4. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

HARBIN, CHINA Pollution concerns after blast prompt city to dig new wells

The explosion forced the evacuation of 10,000 people. HARBIN, China (AP) -- With temperatures

"One cannot ignore the negative consequences that can stem from the ordination of people with deeply

Opinion: "One cannot ignore the negative consequences that can stem from the ordination of people with deeply

Cold weather makes gloves both practical and fashionable

The season's most important fashion accessory has a role in a movie. WASHINGTON POST In the

A day to give thanks -- and a day to give

Editorial: There are words that have long been associated with Thanksgiving: Pilgrims, tradition, family,

'THE NUTCRACKER' Program infuses show with jazz

By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN -- Ballet Western Reserve, YSU Jazz Ensemble and

Both vulnerable. South deals.

Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x K Q 7 u K Q 5 3 2 v K 8 w K 9 8 WEST EAST x 10 9

Her backbone scores for skeletons

A bone aficionado wants skeletons to be back in classrooms. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL MILWAUKEE

HEATHER HOUSER WILLIAM JONES

HEATHER HOUSER WILLIAM JONES XBOARDMAN -- William R. Jones of Lake Milton and his bride, the

Best Bets on TV Tonight

Football (various times): It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without a gluttonous supply of football.

Swiss cities become icons of livability, luring business

Low corporate tax structure and a highly educated work force lure companies. KNIGHT RIDDER

Commission OKs buying Park building to house JFS

The chairman said the county doesn't need 'another 80-year-old building.' By ED RUNYAN

Liturgy at St. Patrick

Liturgy at St. Patrick St. Patrick Church, 1420 Oak Hill Ave., Youngstown, will have a

Dems sound trumpet of retreat

Opinion: We now have a legitimate comparison between the Vietnam War and what is taking place in Iraq. That

UZBEKISTAN Officials order NATO to cease using its territory for missions

The U.S. military has been ordered out, and the last plane left Monday. BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) --

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Chad and Kimberly Vodhanel, Youngstown, girl, Nov. 22.

NBA Indiana is next target of new Cavs

Mike Brown's return to Indiana is sweet because he's coming in with the NBA's hottest team.

YSU wins home opener

Keston Robert scored a career-high 27 points to lead the Penguins. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

LATE TUESDAY DeMonaco strong; Titans lose

Former Mooney player Amber Bodrick and former Badger player Jenny Place scored for losing teams.

Locally produced holiday show planned

KENT -- A "Christmas Music Spectacular" presented by Larry Wilgus will be featured at 6 p.m.

OHIO LAWMAKER Rep. Bob Ney becomes Exhibit A in bribery probe

Ney appears to be in serious legal trouble. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Identified in new court documents

Free-range turkey business seems to be in fine feather

The business takes a bite out of the market. NEW CARLISLE, Ohio (AP) -- It's not easy raising

Pet ownership entails daily TLC, not to mention a few expenses. Before bringing home a pet, consider the following:

Pet ownership entails daily TLC, not to mention a few expenses. Before bringing home a pet, consider

MARY SIMKO RICHARD SACUI

MARY SIMKO RICHARD SACUI XLOWELLVILLE -- Richard Patrick Sacui and his bride, the former Mary

Strain H5N1 of bird flu claims a life

China will begin testing a vaccine on people. BEIJING (AP) -- China reported its second confirmed

WESTERN UNITED STATES Promoting wilderness, volunteers remove fences

People from all walks of life are helping with the project. LOS ANGELES TIMES FIELDS, Ore. -- If

Oil of wintergreen is common pain reliever

Q. Long ago, when I was in high school, my baseball coach provided "oil of wintergreen" for our sore

Homicide ruled in deaths of mother and her 2 sons

Lena Cross died of multiple stab wounds; smoke inhalation killed her children. By WILLIAM K.

Schools to update disaster procedure

A recent seminar gave school officials an update on disaster preparedness. MINERAL RIDGE -- The

Will troops be coming home soon?

President Bush won't set a timetable for withdrawal. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Bush administration

Producer aims to make darts an obsession

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Poker has almost become the national pastime. You can find ongoing

Kinsman House work will move to inside

The house was once used as a branch for Hiram College. WARREN -- It's time for a committee to

State Dems chief quits Local leaders plan strategy

Mahoning Valley politicians running for state office said White did a good job. STAFF/WIRE REPORT

MVSD: Impose limits on private companies

Warren has made its first deal with a private water company. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Travel takes off in yearly tradition

Winter storms made roads icy in the Great Lakes area. ASSOCIATED PRESS Millions of Americans hit

3 rob convenience store, injure 1 employee

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are searching for three men who held up the Gas Mart at 2325 South Ave. and

Booming Vegas needs teachers

The district has 300,000 pupils, and 528,000 are expected by 2018. LOS ANGELES TIMES LAS VEGAS

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FOOTBALL PENNSYLVANIA POLL Pennsylvania high school football rankings from the Patriot-News of

Daniel Ellsberg among 12 protesters arrested at campsite near Bush's ranch

Cindy Sheehan was absent, though her sister was part of the gathering. CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) -- A

Here's a maid that helps without being paid

Dear Heloise: I have the directions for the "Mr. Honey Do," but need the directions for the "Kitchen

POLL What the people say

A recent poll found that Americans have mixed feelings on immigration and border issues: 65

City council rejects request to rent building

Council members said the center didn't mesh with the city's land-use plan. By VIRGINIA ROSS

Officials postpone vote on half-percent sales tax until May

By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- Columbiana County commissioners said they

Sharing in the success

Opinion: Sharing in the success EDITOR: We are fortunate to live in a caring and generous community.

Museum features nostalgic display of Raggedy Ann dolls

The museum also features a display on the Underground Railroad. WARREN -- The Sutliff Museum, on

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mohd N. Rawhneh, 45, of 1346 Redtail Hawk, #B, Boardman, and

United board accepts teacher's resignation

HANOVERTON -- The United Board of Education unanimously approved the resignation of a veteran

FEDERAL LEAGUE

BOARDMAN Coach: Ron Moschella (26th season, 475-110). Who's gone: Jessie Moore (Federal League

West Side woman takes plea deal in cruiser theft

She could receive 17 years in prison and fines totaling $40,000. YOUNGSTOWN -- A West Side woman

Canfield's dream continues Friday

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CANFIELD -- The most magical run in Canfield football

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

STUDENTS GET TO PLAY THE PARTS

Students get to play the parts During a lesson about immigration at Springfield Intermediate

Bruce Gradkowski helps Toledo top Bowling Green in double OT

BOWLING GREEN (AP) -- Bruce Gradkowski threw a 22-yard touchdown pass to Chris Hopkins in the second

Candlelight Christmas to open holiday season in community

A variety of seasonal activities will be available. HARMONY, Pa. -- Harmony's holiday season gets

AEROSMITH Group tries variety of opening bands

By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT When Aerosmith comes to town, it's rarely the same old

Terror cell description shows so-so operation

The latest indictment includes a word that wasn't in the earlier versions. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Jose

Legislation seeks aid for mothers, pregnant women

Grants would be provided for maternity coverage in student health insurance. NEW CASTLE, Pa. --

Decree draws mixed reaction

The decree will have a negative effect on seminaries, a gay priest said. ASSOCIATED PRESS A new

Horse school is for troubled kids

The program incorporates academics with performing farm chores. BAINBRIDGE, Ohio (AP) -- Holly Coe

Libraries to add books on outdoors

The books will help educate the public about the great outdoors. WARREN -- Warren-Trumbull County

Warren man agrees to plea deal in manslaughter case

WARREN -- A Warren man has agreed to a 51/2-year prison sentence in a plea bargain with prosecutors

Clay Aiken ushers in holidays in Valley

Clay Aiken ushers in holidays in Valley k'AMERICAN IDOL' superstar Clay Aiken brings his "Joyful

Work aims to revive chestnuts

Over 50 years, starting in 1904, 4 billion trees succumbed to blight. SCRIPPS HOWARD For decades

Immigration looks to be main issue in '06 voting

Volunteers have been patrolling the U.S. border. DALLAS MORNING NEWS FABENS, Texas -- Radio

SALEM Shivers family spends quality time on the run

On any given day, Joe, Mark and Paul Shivers can be seen running the streets of Salem with their

Trustees thank 2 for service in Iraq

During the police officer's tour in Iraq, 48 Marines in his battalion were killed. By TIM YOVICH

METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE

CANFIELD Coach: Pat Pavlansky (11th season, 160-73). 2004-05 record: 16-6, 11-1. Who's back:

Arbitrator sides with Eagles; Owens' season over

The Eagles will now look to trade or release the disgruntled receiver. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --

University settles dispute over use of logo on decals

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) -- An Ohio man who faced a $9,000 penalty for trademark infringement for

CIVIL UNIONS Vague language sparks benefit suits

Two people at YSU are signed up for benefits. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A year ago, the attorney who wrote

KELLY WILLIAMS J. BRENT KELLEY

KELLY WILLIAMS J. BRENT KELLEY XSTRUTHERS -- Kelly Williams, 169 Grimm Heights, and J. Brent

Davis honored

Davis honored Browns linebacker Andra Davis, who was all over the field as Cleveland shut out

A SUMMARY OF RECENT POLICE ACTIVITY IN LIBERTY TOWNSHIP:

A summary of recent police activity in Liberty Township: Nov. 15 Bad check: An employee at

NEW MUSIC SOCIETY New York-based duo to perform at Youngstown State's Bliss Hall

The duo will present music by Asian and Western composers. YOUNGSTOWN -- The New York-based

U.S. economic pie not being sliced equally

Opinion: By HOLLY SKLAR KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE Pie season is here. Pumpkin, apple, cherry, whatever you

PREP FOOTBALL

PREP FOOTBALL This weekend's games OHIO STATE SEMIFINALS DIVISION I At Miami University

Gunmen slay Sunni sheik, 4 male relatives

An American soldier died Wednesday of a gunshot wound. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Gunmen wearing Iraqi

Pet presents span a wide spectrum and are given regularly.

Pet presents span a wide spectrum and are given regularly. By MARY ELLEN PELLEGRINI VINDICATOR

Congress must defuse ticking tax bombs

Opinion: By JAMES K. GLASSMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE The first rule in government, as in medicine,

Court strikes 1 sentence for killer

COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Ohio Supreme Court struck down a death sentence on Wednesday for a man

Bill aims to regulate when gas stations can raise prices

COLUMBUS (AP) -- An Ohio lawmaker reacting to public discontent over the cost of gasoline wants to

Christmas in the Valley set Saturday

Events include a parade and the annual village tree-lighting. McDONALD -- The 13th annual

Pioneer of Stove Top stuffing dies in Ind.

The product simplified the process of preparing stuffing to a few minutes. EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP)

NFL STATISTICS

AMERICAN FOOTBALL CONFERENCE (Through Week 11) TOTAL YARDAGE OFFENSE YardsRushPass

Recovered coach is making history

Joe Kinne's team is in the midst of an unprecedented playoff run. CANTON, Texas (AP) -- Eight

BACKYARD BRAWL Toning it down is the objective

The Pitt-West Virginia rivalry carries a lot of emotion, both on the field and off. ASSOCIATED

Vintage lamp's popularity surprises retired designer

In 1950, his design won third place in a MOMA lamp competition. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Change in road name requested

JONESBORO, Ga. (AP) -- A group of residents asked to rename a street for the late civil rights

Taking control of ballots

DETROIT (AP) -- A judge on Wednesday ordered the state to take control of all the ballots in the

Ron Gerberry announces candidacy for state Senate

YOUNGSTOWN -- Announcing his candidacy for the 33rd Ohio Senate District, Mahoning County Recorder

Board approves $99,757 for expenses

One item OK'd by the board was $35,000 for computer network configuration. By DENISE DICK

TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE

COLUMBIANA Coach: Wayne Johnson (3rd season, 34-8). 2004-05 season: 17-4. Who's gone: Whitney

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Give thanks for things rarely appreciated

Dear Readers: Today is Thanksgiving, and we hope you are surrounded by friends and family, enjoying

PLAYOFF PREVIEW | Friday's game

DIVISION II CANFIELD vs. TALLMADGE Game time: 7:30 p.m. at Twinsburg Stadium Radio: WSOM-AM 600,

Former Cleveland Browns Hall of Fame center is dead

He never missed a game in 20 seasons -- high school, college and the pros. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bird flu threat is real

Opinion: Dallas Morning News: If avian flu were to pass into the general population now, the United States,

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO What: 34west's production of "Christmas at the Inn." The buffet dinner at Das Dutch

Forgotten figures in '50s bus boycott

Two teenagers refused to give up their seats before Rosa Parks' famous arrest. DETROIT FREE PRESS

Police identify teen killed in robbery attempt

WARREN -- Police have identified the 16-year-old who was apparently shot and killed during an

Two board members object to scoreboards

One district school did not meet the state's yearly progress test standard. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. --

NFL PREVIEW | Today's games

ATLANTA (6-4) at DETROIT (4-6) Game time: 12:30 p.m. TV/Radio: (17/62) (8) (53) (WBBW-AM 1240)

It's "A Wonderful Life" kicks off its run at 8 p.m. at the Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane

TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE

BROOKFIELD Coach: Shawn Hammond (3rd season, 27-17). 2004-05 record: 16-7. Who's back: Senior

Will offense return with Roethlisberger?

Pittsburgh enters the pivotal stretch of the season, starting with the Colts. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

ATTENTION

ATTENTION Information gathered from questionnaires submitted by coaches. More league previews

REVIEW | 'Syriana' Thriller challenges the mind

The film is packed with compelling characters and intricate ideas. By DAVID GERMAIN ASSOCIATED

Rookies looking to make impact

Forwards Matt Hussey and Michel Ouellet are the latest additions to the roster. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

Today is Thursday, Nov. 24, the 328th day of 2005. There are 37 days left in the year. This is

2 robbers, 1 armed, hit check-cashing site

2 robbers, 1 armed, hit check-cashing site LIBERTY -- Two masked men -- one of them armed -- got

Lara Flynn Boyle flies out of 'Las Vegas'

Lara Flynn Boyle flies out of 'Las Vegas' NEW YORK -- A strong breeze sent Lara Flynn Boyle's

Thome being sent to champion Sox

Philadelphia is also giving cash, but getting center fielder Aaron Rowand. ASSOCIATED PRESS

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