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Police: Father kills son, 26, in quarrel
CANTON (AP) -- A man shot and killed his son after the two got into an argument while preparing
Eisenhower memorial site chosen
The memorial will be across the street from the National Mall. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Dwight D.
Ex-Seawolf receives honor for Vietnam role
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER GIRARD -- Howard W. Jacobs, who flew 616 combat
Jokinen's hat trick helps send Penguins to defeat
Sidney Crosby left the game in the third period with a bruised foot. SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) -- Olli
By LINDA M. LINONIS
By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR YOUNGSTOWN -- Sister Patricia McNicholas,
Receivers recall best, worst gifts
BOARDMAN -- What's the best Christmas gift you've ever gotten? What's the worst? Black Friday
Longhorns survive scare from in-state rival A & amp;M
LSU clinched the SEC West and will face Georgia for the conference championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Higher traffic excites merchants; lower prices please buyers
Many believed that crowds were bigger and bargains were better than last year. NEW YORK (AP) --
NEWS SHOWS
NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup ABC: "This Week" -- Sen. Russ Feingold, D-Wis. CBS: "Face the Nation"
Airborne vehicle crashes into house
CINCINNATI (AP) -- If a car misses the curve near the home of Harry and Judy Vonbusch, it is likely
Green-Skrobola engagement told, wedding date set
XWAPAKONETA -- Sam and Anita Green, 19423 Middle Pike, are announcing the engagement of their
IRISH EYES ARE HOPING
Irish eyes are hoping No. 6 Notre Dame, which visits Stanford tonight, is seeking its first BCS
IRAQ WAR
IRAQ WAR U.S. casualties As of Friday, at least 2,104 members of the U.S. military have died
Officials arrest Islamic leader
The Palestinian-born imam was convicted on a terrorism charge. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Federal
TOP TRENDS Luxurious looks
Here's the newest update on what is hot for the cold weather ahead: Opulence, luxury, baroque:
Canada will give native peoples aid
Reserves lack safe drinking water, adequate housing. KELOWNA, British Columbia (AP) -- Canada on
Vacant house burns
Vacant house burns WARREN -- City firefighters are investigating the cause of a 4:15 a.m. fire
Sixth Jubali celebrates African culture at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Africana Studies Program at Youngstown State University will have the sixth annual
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Jeffrey and Joy Hogg, New Middletown, girl, Nov. 24. Erin
ACT program seeks teacher participants to develop materials
Participants get a $5,500 stipend, transportation costs and housing assistance. IOWA CITY, Iowa --
Today's Birthdays: Singer Robert Goulet is 72. Impressionist Rich Little is 67. Singer Tina Turner is 66. Singer Jean Terrell is 61. Pop musician John McVie is 60. Actress Jamie Rose is 46. Country
Today's Birthdays: Singer Robert Goulet is 72. Impressionist Rich Little is 67. Singer Tina Turner
'The Karate Kid' actor Pat Morita dies at 73
He first tried comedy in front of patrons at the restaurant his family ran. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
Determined gift buyers brave cold and chaos
While a lot of us slept through the early-morning cold, Black Friday shoppers warmed retailers'
Cup of Russia
CUP OF RUSSIA At St. Petersburg, Russia Men Short Program 1. Evgeni Plushenko, Russia, 87.20
Local Habitat for Humanity joins Beatitude House for 'a perfect fit'
Beatitude House helps women move toward stability. Nine families who have gone through the
'IDOL' JUDGE: PAULA ABDUL IS RETURNING AS A JUDGE FOR ANOTHER SEASON OF "AMERICAN IDOL." THE NEXT SEASON WILL PREMIERE IN JANUARY ON FOX.
'IDOL' JUDGE: Paula Abdul is returning as a judge for another season of "American Idol." The next
Shot 4 times, bear attacks hunter
State gaming authorities say it was the first time a downed animal attacked a sportsman.
Canfield moves on to play for state title
Tallmadge's coach called the Cardinals' defense 'very impressive.' By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune SHOE-IN: Surrounded by his collection of sneakers in all colors and style,
FUNERAL Hundreds pay respects to 4 children
The school principal, who read letters from other children, told about each one. HAMILTON, Ohio
Appeals court hears suit over TV station
A Christian network wants to take over the station. SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) -- For more than 30
NO. 1 DUKE 70, NO. 11 MEMPHIS 67
No. 1 Duke 70, No. 11 Memphis 67 NEW YORK -- Shelden Williams matched his career high with 30
Alleged theft videotaped
MALVERNE, N.Y. (AP) -- Two 14-year-olds filming a student documentary helped catch a man stealing
ON THE WEB \ Interesting sites
Explore cyberspace and your inner spiritual space through these Web sites. www.wnop.org: The
New book chronicles history of Mill Creek Park
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- A collection of Mill Creek Park history will
Tips keep pets safe during the holidays
Dear Readers: 'Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry, but be careful what you share with your
Kinzua stations
Kinzua stations Deer hunters who harvest a deer on or near the Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative are
HELPING HANDS: Not everyone at the mall was shopping. Evan Smith, left, and Nick Hardy, both 14 and from Canfield, donated their time to wrap gifts for mall customers. The teenagers are members of the
HELPING HANDS: Not everyone at the mall was shopping. Evan Smith, left, and Nick Hardy, both 14 and
Films pump funds into La.'s economy
A Hilary Swank movie finished after the storm delayed the crew twice. SPRINGFIELD, La. (AP) --
Nomadic horseman has tall tales, goals
MARYSVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- In case you've always wondered what a man ponders during a three-year
South Range falls short in second half
The Raiders' season ends at 13-1. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF FREMONT -- North
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Christmas concert GIRARD -- First Presbyterian Church of Girard, 890 Church Hill Road, will
Anniversary to focus on foot soldiers
The event kicks off with a youth march to the Alabama state Capitol. MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) -- With
HOW'S IT GOING? Mueller, left, greets Jim Dickens, secretary-treasurer of VFW Post 5532. Mueller's trip to Washingtonville is part of his 12-city Ohio tour to recruit members and to keep them abreast
HOW'S IT GOING? Mueller, left, greets Jim Dickens, secretary-treasurer of VFW Post 5532. Mueller's
Cleveland Marine remembered during funeral
PARMA, Ohio (AP) -- A Marine who came to the United States when he was 6 years old was remembered at
friday's nba summaries
FRIDAY'S NBA SUMMARIES Magic 104, Trail Blazers 89 PORTLAND (89)--Miles 11-20 1-4 23, Randolph
Agencies retained for mentoring programs
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown City School District will continue using two outside agencies to
Dead puppy found wrapped in duct tape
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ohio (AP) -- A 3-month old puppy was found dead near this eastern Ohio town with its
GEORGIE ANNE GEYER Americans don't back unilateral policies
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Ever since the Iraq war started, one of the questions that have baffled many of us in
BABY, IT'S COLD OUTSIDE: Temperatures in the 20s didn't stop Canfield High School seniors Anthony
BABY, IT'S COLD OUTSIDE: Temperatures in the 20s didn't stop Canfield High School seniors Anthony
Molester sues his accusers, seeking $1M
He has been arrested on more than 80 counts of child molestation. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS SAN
Weekly quiz
Weekly quiz Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x 7 6 3 u Void v Q 10 9 6 2 w A K 9 6 2 The
Chinese youth get new voice
NEW YORK (AP) -- Rolling Stone is headed to China. The magazine will launch a Chinese-language
PBA-Chicago Classic
PBA-CHICAGO CLASSIC At Hawthorn Lanes Vernon Hills, Ill. ROUND OF 32 (Single-elimination,
Sheriff's department receives grant
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Sheriff's Department has been selected to receive a $35,802
Magazine honors 5 professors at Youngstown State
YOUNGSTOWN -- Ohio Magazine has selected five professors from Youngstown State University to be
Indiana routs Penguins by 36
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- The Indiana University women's basketball team scored the first 14 points of
Phone a basic need
Opinion: Miami Herald: As it considers changes to a fund that subsidizes phone service to rural areas and
International honor society inducts 3 collegians from area
YOUNGSTOWN -- Three area college students have been inducted into the Golden Key International
OHIO HIGH SCHOOLS Steubenvilletops Buchtel in Div. III semifinal
ASSOCIATED PRESS CANTON -- Zach Collaros ran for a touchdown and threw for three others to lead
Hunter answers the 'Why?'
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS GRAYLING, Mich. -- During a radio interview the other day, a newswoman
Border crossing opens to joyous optimism
It was the first time Palestinians took over a border. RAFAH TERMINAL, Gaza Strip (AP) -- When
Don't tax home fuels, Boccieri urges
Ohio should not profit from the energy crisis, the state representative said. COLUMBUS -- State
BEATITUDE HOUSE \ How you can help
More information about Beatitude House and its mission. Mission statement: Beatitude House,
Teachers use grants for joint projects
The goal is to show children how light and sound energy affect their lives. By HAROLD GWIN
NO. 3 LSU 74, NEBRASKA 55
No. 3 LSU 74, Nebraska 55 COCONUT GROVE, Fla. -- Seimone Augustus scored 24 points and LSU
Plan for sexual assault database sparks opposition
The Pentagon has new sexual abuse policies. WASHINGTON (AP) -- An Army plan to develop a database
PENNSYLVANIA Officials propose teaching reforms
Pa. Gov. Ed Rendell has insisted on funding expanded preschool and full-day kindergarten.
Friday's College Football Scores
Friday's College Football Scores SOUTH LSU 19, Arkansas 17 SOUTHWEST Prairie View 30, Texas
Marvel Smith's return bolsters Steelers' O-line
Rookie Trai Essex had been filling in at left tackle. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The return of Pittsburgh
LITERARY SPIRIT \ Religion in the media
"Born to Kvetch" by Michael Wex (St. Martin's Press, 303 pages, $24.95) Yiddish, the author
Who will lead U.N.? Hopefuls audition
Asians say the next secretary general should come from their region. WASHINGTON POST UNITED
Scientists debate risk of major quake
Some say it's not a matter of if; it's when. CHICAGO TRIBUNE GRAND TOWER, Ill. -- Nearly 200
Apostle is saintly despite simplicity
The name Andrew is from the Greek language Andreia and means manhood or valor. The name was common
FROZEN AIRMAN Families anxious to know identity
The pilot's sister, an Ohio woman, continues hoping the man is her brother. FRESNO, Calif. (AP) --
Piquet saves Newton Falls
McDonald and Lakeview also opened the season with victories. NEWTON FALLS -- Senior guard Casee
Pat Morita, star of 'Karate Kid,' dies
Pat Morita, star of 'Karate Kid,' dies kACTOR PAT MORITA, whose portrayal of the wise and dry-
From hopeless and homeless to hopeful and happy
By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR YOUNGSTOWN -- LaTanya Christian Williams earned a
Major Indoor Soccer League
Major Indoor Soccer League WLPct.GB Milwaukee301.000-- Baltimore201.000 1/2
Strict sheriff enjoys his job
He introduced chain gangs to his inmates and is cracking down on immigration. HAMILTON, Ohio (AP)
Group: Bombing retaliates for sheik's slaying
A key witness for Saddam Hussein's trial has died. COMBINED DISPATCHES Sunni Arabs in Iraq
Harambee Summit
Harambee Summit NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- The Rev. Jeannette Hooks, director of diversity services at
Police capture pinkie-less fugitive
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) -- A burglary suspect who was able to slip out of handcuffs because of a
CEMETERY INDUSTRY Man built his success from the ground up
Gerald Werner is retiring after 52 years in the cemetery business. CANTON (AP) -- Some people
Research minimizes parents' influence
Researchers cautioned against inferring that parents aren't important. WASHINGTON POST Maria
Feminized menswear is replacing ladylike fashions this winter
Fashions, as predicted, have come the full circle again. BALTIMORE SUN There is a yin and a
PSALMS 95:2 LET US COME BEFORE HIS PRESENCE WITH THANKSGIVING, AND MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE UNTO HIM WITH PSALMS.
Psalms 95:2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with
Canfield resident receives Counselor of the Year Award
The guidance counselor has taught at Campbell Memorial High School and YSU. BERLIN CENTER --
LOCAL
LOCAL YSU back in action AKRON -- The Youngstown State men's basketball team visits Akron for a
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA Nov. 26 1949 -- Boston College beats Holy Cross 76-0,
Austintown Township's annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony will be at 6:45 p.m. Thursday.Dec. 1 The festivities will be on the north side of Wickliffe Circle Park, beginning with an outdoor
Austintown Township's annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony will be at 6:45 p.m. Thursday. The
DiFabio-Conroy troth announced; wedding planned
XBOARDMAN -- The engagement of Lisa DiFabio and James Conroy, both of Louise Rita Court, Youngstown,
'American Idol' judge gushes about upcoming fifth season
She said she doesn't like that Simon Cowell announces his favorites. By DANIEL FIENBERG
University committee decides to ban smoking in dorm rooms
Students are not happy about having to stand in the cold to smoke. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW YORK
Group seeks to restore manors
Restrictions on use and funding left many of the park's Victorian homes open to vandalism and
Alpena gets 37 saves in win over Mahoning Valley
ALPENA, Mich. -- A hockey team's objective is to play well for 60 minutes. Much too often, it
HOW HE SEES IT Where all dreams are politically correct
Opinion: By LOUIS BAYARD WASHINGTON POST "Goodnight Moon," the children's classic by Margaret Wise Brown,
New VFW chief visits Ohio
The veterans group is battling a decline in numbers and clout By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
Kennedy Catholic defeated despite scoring 42
Ross Gargano and Lee Plotts led a late rally, requiring double overtime. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
North Side resident reports items missing
YOUNGSTOWN -- A city man told police around 4 p.m. Friday that he had just discovered a computer and
SteelHounds' late bid foiled by Rayz
Youngstown tried in vain to tie the game in the waning seconds, then lost, 4-2. By JOHN KOVACH
NBA Mavericks beat the Heat
The Hawks stunned the Pacers in Indianapolis. ASSOCIATED PRESS MIAMI -- Josh Howard scored 25
Board to certify results of election
WARREN -- The Trumbull County Board of Elections will meet at 9:30 a.m. Monday to certify results of
Scientists hope to stave off diabetes
The treatment to be tested is for Type 1 diabetes. SEATTLE TIMES SEATTLE -- Researchers will
State honors 5 teachers from Woodside
The team developed new schoolwide academic and behavior programs. AUSTINTOWN -- Five Woodside
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Twins can thrive by having a sense of humor
Dear Annie: I was saddened by the letter from "Two Identical Individuals," the twins who were
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John Pascarella Jr., 24, of 351 S. Bon Air Ave., Youngstown,
Area boasts variety of fish, anglers with special skills
Our area is blessed with a lot of water populated by a variety of fish species, one result of which
World Cup Nordic Combined Results
World Cup Nordic Combined Results At Kuusamo, Finland Friday Ski jumping and 15 kilometers
Agency director decides to retire
Two retirements came just before the agency is to merge with another one. WARREN -- Trumbull
Burglary victim loses firearms, coins
YOUNGSTOWN -- Several firearms, including a flintlock muzzle loader, were stolen from a Halls
"American Soldier" (9:30 p.m., CMT). The six-episode series is being heralded by its producers as a
"American Soldier" (9:30 p.m., CMT). The six-episode series is being heralded by its producers as a
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Sturdy Trouble (Matthews)7.203.602.40 Cuteasabutton
H A HUG FOR SANTA
h A hug for Santa NEW ORLEANS -- Santa, from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, gets a hug from 3
Avalanche 5, Blue Jackets 0
Avalanche 5, Blue Jackets 0 COLUMBUS -- Marek Svatos had a goal and two assists, Andrew Brunette
JOINT EVENT \ Christmas concert
Sponsors: Beatitude House and Habitat for Humanity. What: "From Our House to Yours" Christmas
EX-ROCKER GARY GLITTER REMAINS JAILED IN VIETNAM
Ex-rocker Gary Glitter remains jailed in Vietnam VUNG TAU, Vietnam -- Vietnam will detain former
'Dragon Tales' fires up the senses
The show offers a spectacular feast for the eyes. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Stuck with no ideas for gifts? Give these a shot
It's that special time of year, so here's a list of holiday gifts suitable for outdoor lovers. My
Fentanyl deaths point to system shortfall
Once a new drug is approved, monitoring of its use is lacking. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON --
Sneaker freaks pay big to get their kicks
Rare and special sneakers have become high-priced collectibles. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Girl hurt during parade gets better seats next year
The father said he has no intention of suing anyone. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW YORK -- The 11-
Board to vote on 6% tuition raise
Student leaders said they were warned in September that tuition would rise to cover staff pay
Today is Saturday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2005. There are 35 days left in the year. On this date in 1942, President Roosevelt orders nationwide gasoline rationing, beginning Dec. 1.
Opinion: Today is Saturday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2005. There are 35 days left in the year. On this date
Police investigate attempted robbery on the city's South Side
YOUNGSTOWN -- City police are investigating an attempted robbery and burglary, both of which
Moss is subject of art exhibit
LONDON (AP) -- Kate Moss is the subject of four paintings by Stella Vine now on show at a London