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Popular styles are rediscovered at thrift shops
Vintage styles prove everything old is new again. NEW YORK (AP) -- In many ways, fashion is about
Financial forecast predicts steadily declining revenue
The forecast assumes that two school levies will be renewed. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Sabres' Pittsburgh win is first in almost 5 years
The Penguins took an early lead but went 1-for-9 on the power play. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Buffalo
ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Senators 4, Canadiens 0 OTTAWA -- Ray Emery won his NHL-record ninth straight game to start his
City wants property back on the market
Amount of new investment and job creation are two criteria to be considered. By DENISE DICK
NO. 11 NOTRE DAME 74, IONA 55
No. 11 Notre Dame 74, Iona 55 SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Megan Duffy scored 13 of her 21 points during a
Cubs sign reliever Howry
Chicago is hoping to lure shortstop Rafael Furcal. ASSOCIATED PRESS CHICAGO -- Now that their
Black Labrador's visit helps teach pupils about caring, compassion
Learning the six pillars of character is pupils' nonacademic goal. By JEANNE STARMACK
MEDIAN INCOME
MEDIAN INCOME State rankings The states with the five highest and five lowest median incomes, as
Port Authority alters travel policy
A state audit made no findings for recovery. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU EAST
CHEMICAL SPILL Residents in Chinese city worry about water's purity
A Nov. 13 explosion sent dangerous levels of benzene into a nearby river. HARBIN, China (AP) --
Officials face obstacle to sewage plant project
A commissioner says the activity 'borders on fraud.' By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Associated Press
Associated Press TIMELESS TREASURES: Women who don't always follow the latest trend have
THE SADIES Band's focal point shifts with 5 CDs
The next project is the soundtrack for a feature film due out next year. By JOHN BENSON
HOW HE SEES IT Delphi bankruptcy plan rewards company execs
Opinion: By HENRY REICHARD SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Delphi's new "and temporary" CEO, Steve Miller, the
Workers protest bonuses for execs
Workers protest bonuses for execs kDELPHI CORP'S. hourly workers protested the company's executive
Coleman's bid for governor
COLEMAN'S BID FOR GOVERNOR Tough spots along way A look at some of the challenges Columbus Mayor
CHILDREN'S BOOKS 'Berenstain Bears' author and illustrator Stan dies
With his wife and later his sons, he presented moral messages with humor. LOS ANGELES TIMES Stan
Nosy children annoy neighbors, upset pets
Dear Annie: Several months ago, a family with four young children moved next door to us. The kids
HURRICANE SEASON As worst recorded season concludes, NOAA expresses concerns about '06
CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Hurricane forecasters welcomed the approach of December and the
City faces crisis over garbage
The city health board will meet at 3 p.m. today. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John V. Gentile, 25, of 8227 Struthers Road, Lowellville, and
Public welcomed to youth concert
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Henry H. Stambaugh Youth Concert Band will present its annual winter concert
HOW HE SEES IT Memo to Murtha: You, sir, are wrong
Opinion: By CLIFFORD D. MAY SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Before I say anything else, Congressman Murtha,
TRUDY RUBIN Murtha leads Bush to reassess Iraq war
Opinion: When historians look back at the Iraq war, they will divide it into the pre- and post-Murtha eras.
Penn State crushed by Clemson
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Vernon Hamilton had 16 points and six assists as Clemson built a big
Selection process concerns McNally
Other applicants didn't measure up to Tablack, another commissioner said. By DEBORA SHAULIS
TODAY
TODAY 1 p.m. (FSN Ohio) Golf: "This Is the PGA Tour." 4:55 p.m. (WNIO-AM 1390) College women's
Coleman quits race for governor
The Columbus mayor's wife recently pleaded guilty to drunken driving. BY JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
Utilities being restored after Plains' blizzard
Twenty inches of snow and 8-foot-high drifts greeted some in South Dakota. SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP)
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Eagles: Sen. Arlen Specter backed off a threat to have a Senate subcommittee investigate whether the
Melfi says decision puts 10 jobs at risk
The judge said the court needs the money to meet its financial obligations. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
3 robbers are fired at
3 robbers are fired at YOUNGSTOWN -- The owner of Southside License Bureau on Market Street fired
Give it your best shot
WINTER SQUASH RISOTTO WITH WALNUTS AND FRIED SAGE LEAVES 2/3 cup walnut halves Oil for frying
DIVISION III
DIVISION III First Team OFFENSE: Ends--Daniel Ifft, Dover, 6-foot-3, 175 pounds, junior; Donovan
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2005. There are 31 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2005. There are 31 days left in the year. On this date
Highest wage states are in East, lowest in South
Los Alamos County in New Mexico had the nation's highest median income. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Authorities seek parents charged with poisoning infant with vodka
The medical examiner said the baby had a blood-alcohol level of 0.47 percent. FORT LAUDERDALE,
Extravagant yet elegant
Rodd Coonce, above, and Danielle Harrell, below, owner and employee, respectively, of East Hill
MONDAY'S LATE NFL SUMMARY
MONDAY'S LATE NFL SUMMARY COLTS 26, STEELERS 7 Pittsburgh7000--7 Indianapolis10673--26 First
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of reported crime in Hubbard and Liberty: HUBBARD Nov. 23 Bad check:
FRIDAY
FRIDAY XHoly Trinity Church, 250 Bridge St., Struthers, will be selling potato, cabbage and lekvar
Driver is sentenced in wreck
The accident that killed five people took place in Slippery Rock Township. BUTLER, Pa. (AP) -- A
Fire captain calls fire in plaza suspicious
AUSTINTOWN -- A fire in a shopping plaza may have been deliberately set, said township fire Capt.
Parole is denied for murderer
WARREN -- The Ohio Adult Parole Authority has denied parole to a Warren man who killed a Niles man
Man gets 3 years in jail for 2 thefts
Five other people were sentenced for a variety of offenses. MERCER, Pa. -- A Grove City man was
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Who: The Sadies. When: Friday. Where: Cedars Lounge, 23 N. Hazel St., Youngstown.
Required 2006 dog licenses now on sale
LISBON -- Columbiana County Auditor Nancy Milliken has announced that dog licenses for 2006 are on
Know your stuff, pick right and enjoy
When few other veggies are available, winter squash can come to the rescue. By RUSS PARSONS LOS
Grocery workers give strike authorization
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Unionized workers at five grocery store chains in the Akron-Canton and Cleveland
Counterfeit $20 bills encountered in city
YOUNGSTOWN -- There's more funny money in town. A customer in the drive-through at Taco Bell tried
Police: Robbery likely motive in killing
WEATHERSFIELD -- Police Chief Joseph P. Consiglio said officers suspect robbery was the motive in
Chicken Tortilla Soup hits the spot
Dear Readers: Football season is in full swing, and it's finally cool enough in my beloved South
Church lets statue's tears remain a mystery for now
Church officials express no urgency to conduct an investigation at this point. SACRAMENTO BEE
Pharmacist gets fines, probation for trafficking
WARREN -- A Hermitage man working as a pharmacist for CVS in Warren and Niles has pleaded guilty to
Al-Jazeera airs tape of captured workers, signaling more insurgent abductions
Kidnappings draw attention to the instability in the region ahead of elections. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
People with asthma, beware of cat dander
A survey found that 99.9 percent of American homes contain cat allergens. SCRIPPS HOWARD
Flag-raising ceremony honors slain children
The Sept. 12 deaths of Lena Cross and her two children have been ruled homicides. By ED RUNYAN
Marlins have another 'fire sale' going
The Miami-based team is also looking for a new home before 2010. MIAMI (AP) -- The offseason is
Coach happy for his players
Gateway Coach of the Year Jon Heacock would rather be still playing. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
USC faces one more hurdle: UCLA
The top-ranked Trojans are a win away from the Rose Bowl. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Pete Carroll would
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Boy Scout A (Brinkley)5.803.802.80 My Friend Pepe
Stop, thief, and think about the pain you are causing
Opinion: Stop, thief, and think about the pain you are causing EDITOR I am writing this in regard to an
BASKETBALL SCORES
BASKETBALL SCORES Men EAST Bethany,W.Va. 71, Wheeling Jesuit 70 California, Pa. 82, W.
Fitch holds off Salem for win
Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary toppled Boardman and Canfield beat Harding. AUSTINTOWN -- Krysta Mayes
The McKinley Home open house hosted by the McKinley Memorial Library staff will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday DEC 3 at the McKinley Birthplace Home and Research Center, 40 S. Main St., Niles. An
The McKinley Home open house hosted by the McKinley Memorial Library staff will be from 2 to 4 p.m.
NO. 2 TEXAS ROLLS
No. 2 Texas rolls LaMarcus Aldridge scored a career-high 23 points to lead second-ranked Texas
Portion of span remains closed
A10-year wait for such repairs is not unusual, the county engineer said. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Police look for clues in abduction, fire and vandalism
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- First, a liquor store was vandalized by a gang of men in suits and bow ties
Free Christmas concert set for Sunday
WARREN -- The W.D. Packard Concert Band will hold its Christmas concert at 2 p.m. Sunday in Packard
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Sluggers -- is registering teams and individuals for indoor play. Call (330) 549-7584.
Illinois holds off Tar Heels
Dee Brown and Brian Randle made key plays for the Illini. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) -- It wasn't for
Bengals receivers carry the load
T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Chad Johnson have been keys to the team's success. CINCINNATI (AP) -- T.J.
Injured players still part of team
Canfield's Nate Brode and Denny Billec each suffered season-ending injuries. By JOE SCALZO
No second thoughts stalking Cowher after loss
Pittsburgh's onside kick attempt failed and led to a lackluster second half. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Ballot recount petitions due Monday at 4
NEW CASTLE, Pa.-- Candidates who want to challenge results of the Nov. 8 general election have only
"If every company the size of Merck that had lawsuits filed against it went out and started closing
Opinion: "If every company the size of Merck that had lawsuits filed against it went out and started closing
PREVIEW \ YSU basketball
MEN Who: YSU (1-2) vs. Kent State (2-2) When: 7:35 p.m. today Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV:
Zordich enjoys longest season
The Mooney linebacker's father played for Penn State and in the NFL. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR
Surveys gauge comparisons
A negative perception of the city led the list of deterrents to attending the university. By
h Waiting for a tree
h Waiting for a tree NEW ORLEANS -- Patrick Ellis and his son James smile as they wait for a free
Ricky Martin joins IOM to fight human trafficking
Ricky Martin joins IOM to fight human trafficking GENEVA -- Ricky Martin is joining with a
What could be more American?
In the 1300s, the English ate apple pies without sugar. Now there's apple/plum pie, even
New view of Bosnia
Opinion: Dayton Daily News: There was news out of Washington last week that Bosnian factions were coming
New units for home use monitor seniors' health
The technology should reduce emergency room visits among senior citizens. SEBRING -- New
Officials to pitch effort's success
The White House move is meant to bolster Bush's poor rating, some analysts say. LOS ANGELES TIMES
Drahos' 18 points key Bethany win
Geneva won, but Westminster lost its fourth straight game. WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. -- Bethany College
ON TOUR \ This week's pro golf events
SUNSHINE TOUR Nedbank Golf Challenge Sun City, South Africa Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Course: Gary
GAY PRIESTS New document sparks contrasting reactions
Some praised the release for clarifying policy that had often been ignored. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Aldridge's 23 leads 'Horns to easy victory
Top 10 teams Connecticut and Kentucky were victorious. ASSOCIATED PRESS AUSTIN, Texas --
Family, friendships and food. Lights, love and laughter --it must be the holidays. And, no holiday is complete without dessert! It's time to put your diets on ice. Icing, that is.
Family, friendships and food. Lights, love and laughter --it must be the holidays. And, no holiday
Burney, Marrow gain player of year honors
Southeast quarterback Joe Knopick shared the award in Division III. VINDICATOR STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
Will YSU trustees choose to increase tuition or cut costs?
Editorial: It is time for the board of trustees of Youngstown State University to look for another way of
VIRGINIA Death row inmate has his life spared
Ohio put John Hicks to death Tuesday for killing an in-law and his stepdaughter. RICHMOND, Va.
Lawsuit aims to see patient readmitted
The man owed the nursing home about $75,000, a hearing officer ruled. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Fox to keep 'Idol' for 5 more seasons
NEW YORK (AP) -- There will be at least five more "American Idol" winners -- and insult-wielding
NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's games
Bucks 113, Mavericks 111, OT MILWAUKEE -- Rookie Andrew Bogut made two free throws late in
Bank heist story includes real characters from Valley
The author said his interest grew after seeing a Discovery Channel documentary. By PATRICIA MEADE
Officials prepare to open addition
The new part includes offices, a performance area and classrooms. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
FCC warns satellite TV, cable to clean up act
At the forum, cable and satellite representatives defended their operations. WASHINGTON (AP) --
PREP SCHEDULE Football
OHIO DIVISION I At Fawcett Stadium, Canton: Cincinnati St. Xavier (14-0) vs. Massillon Washington
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Brandi Parkinson, Farrell, Pa., boy, Nov. 27. Robert and
Rolling Stones to perform at Super Bowl
DETROIT (AP) -- The Rolling Stones will take a brief break from touring to perform at the Super Bowl
Placement test at Mooney moved to Dec. 10
YOUNGSTOWN -- Due to the state championship football game Saturday, Cardinal Mooney High School
TUESDAY's RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL
TUESDAY'S RESULTS GIRLS BASKETBALL Canfield 86, Warren Harding 24 Akron SVSM 64, Boardman 44
THURSDAY'S GAMES
THURSDAY'S GAMES Atlanta 27, Detroit 7 Denver 24, Dallas 21, OT SUNDAY'S GAMES St. Louis 33,
4 men arrested for kidnapping, threatening 6 others for money
The hostages were permitted to make calls to friends to raise the money. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Four
Vandalism closes 31 schools in Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) -- A vandal flattened the tires on at least 47 buses serving a large school
YSU scholarship fund to honor 2001 graduate who died at 28
The family will be on television Sunday. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University and the YSU