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Deadline to OK 911 plan now in Nov.
A county official plans to spend more time explaining the proposed enhanced 911 system. By D.A.
FISCAL FORECAST
FISCAL FORECAST Youngstown city schools A five-year fiscal forecast approved by the Youngstown
Negotiators take heat in work on torture legislation
Some newspapers back a ban on torture. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Congressional negotiators are feeling
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General fund expected to slip into red over next few years
The financial picture should turn around by 2010 as the district closes schools. By HAROLD GWIN
OHIO STATE Minnesota has nation's best running offense
Tailback Laurence Maroney is No. 1 in the Big Ten and third in the country with 162 yards a game.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Docket entries State vs. Robert S. Marino, sentenced to 18 months for theft and
Solicitor quits over pay dispute
Supervisor Steve Galizia threatened to have Kearney removed from the meeting. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Official urges nations to help one another
The U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services said it was crucial the public not panic. OTTAWA
T.O.'s scores are recipe for success
Philadelphia is merely average when Terrell Owens is held out of the end zone. PHILADELPHIA (AP)
Kubrick's archives going to London arts school
Kubrick's archives going to London arts school LONDON -- The archives of Stanley Kubrick -- one of
Microsoft plans book searches
The materials will be in the public domain. SEATTLE (AP) -- Microsoft Corp. is diving into the
"There's nothing much you can do right now."
Opinion: "There's nothing much you can do right now." Marilyn Jacobs One of the more than 6 million
Katrina causes drain on local donations
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- While the good-hearted of Trumbull County
Great gumbo to go
Taking inspiration from New Orleans, she makes dish rich. By LEAH ESKIN CHICAGO TRIBUNE You've
Fresh eggs will sink; older eggs will float
Dear Heloise: You made me giggle when I saw you on & quot;Late Show With David Letterman. &
TUESDAY'S SCORES
TUESDAY'S SCORES BOYS SOCCER TOURNAMENT Division I Kent Roosevelt 2, Canton GlenOak 0
STRIP CLUBS Nightclub execs file 2 complaints
They contend state senators are being bullied into voting for a restrictive bill. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Viaduct, financial issues spark hot debate between Ryan, Lucas
Both agree the city should study a home rule charter. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA
Monday's NFL Stats
Monday's NFL Stats At Atlanta Falcons 27, Jets 14 N.Y. Jets0707--14 Atlanta101070--27
Audit shows Struthers schools deserve support
Opinion: Audit shows Struthers schools deserve support EDITOR: The performance audit for the Struthers
Falcons not perfect, but still beat Jets, 27-14
Atlanta got some help from Vinny Testaverde who fumbled three times. ATLANTA (AP) -- Michael Vick
ATP Schedule-Winners
ATP Schedule-Winners By The Associated Press (H-hard, CL-clay, G-grass, C-carpet) Jan. 3-8 --
ON THE FAIRWAYS | This week's pro golf events
PGA TOUR Chrysler Championship Palm Harbor, Fla. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Course: Westin
Hubbard is back on familiar stage
The Eagles are in the district final for the 10th straight year. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
WTA Tour Gaz de France Stars
WTA TOUR GAZ DE FRANCE STARS At Hasselt, Belgium PSingles First Round Nathalie Dechy (2),
Fitch stings Hudson in Div. I district match
Boardman, Girard and Crestview advanced. STOW -- Caitlin O'Patchen scored 17 points, with eight
PENN STATE Purdue on Paterno's mind, but BCS lurks
Last week, the Boilermakers committed five turnovers and lost to Wisconsin. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
Head of agency shares plan to continue program
Drugs play a role in most serious crimes, the director pointed out. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
J.R. LABBE Gun grabbers ignore the facts
Opinion: It's hard to imagine that The New York Times' editorial page could misconstrue an issue involving
School's PTA account frozen for discrepancies
The former treasurer said she can explain. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Commission hits the wall again on Felasco's pay
County officials were meeting at 9 a.m. today to talk about other ways to hold the treasurer's
NHL ROUNDUP | Monday's other games
Islanders 4, Thrashers 3 UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- Alexei Yashin had two goals and an assist to extend
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association Preseason EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB New
Arrest at YSU nets murder count
Freshman Anthony Norman Jr. was part of a July shootout, police allege. By JOHN GOODWIN JR.
Injuries force Packers to go with undrafted back
Ahman Green and Najeh Davenport are on injured reserve. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Tony Fisher is a
Council split on reaction to Delphi
The IUE probably won't stand for the halving of wages, a councilman said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Bewitchin' in the kitchen
Get a grip on gruesome grub for the younger set. By GWIN GROGAN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
U.S. Postal employee files a $25,000 lawsuit over dog attack
WARREN -- A U.S. Postal Service mail carrier has filed a lawsuit seeking at least $25,000 from the
City seeks CDA housing director
By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The city will hold a written civil service
Port authority works on deal for local aeronautics school
Between 20 and 40 students are expected to participate in the school's first year. By ED RUNYAN
HOW HE SEES IT Airline mergers won't benefit travelers
Opinion: By JAMES W. BROCK CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR OXFORD, Ohio -- As more of the nation's largest
Boardman schools pursue restoration of 'excellence'
Editorial: Even relatively prosperous school districts with records of achievement and excellence are facing
DOLPHINS Saban's plans to work cut short
Miami began preparations for Sunday's game in Baton Rouge. DAVIE, Fla. (AP) -- Miami Dolphins
Floridians try to get back on their feet
The storm moved fast, but it did an estimated $10 billion worth of damage. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS Tuesday's races were canceled because of poor track conditions. NORTHFIELD
North-South vulnerable. South deals.
North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x K u K 10 5 2 v A K Q 7 2 w A J 4 WEST EAST
STANDINGS Gateway
Conf.All WLWL YSU4071 W. Kentucky4061 S. Illinois3152 Illinois St.2253 N. Iowa2243 Missouri St.1334
Weary tourists fight to leave resorts
Some who couldn't get a flight took daylong bus rides out of the area. CANCUN, Mexico (AP) --
Martin Luther King III to lead talk at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN -- Martin Luther King III, son of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., will lead
Reservations being accepted for program
YOUNGSTOWN -- Reservations are being taken for a Grant Center orientation program scheduled for 9:30
CLEMENTE AWARD John Smoltz 2005 season winner
The Braves pitcher was in attendance at a Series game in which he wasn't playing. HOUSTON (AP) --
Attorneys seek to pull out of jail inmate case
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Columbus attorneys who were hired in late 2003 to represent Mahoning County
DAN K. THOMASSON NRA buys friends in high places
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Congress once again has shown it is the best money can buy, particularly if the pay
Man arrested after foot chase
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police officers looking for a man accused of cocaine trafficking wound up arresting a
Bring it inside
Don't give up grilled flavor just because it's getting cold outside. By RICK ASA CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Rams' Martz critical of front office after he's denied a call
The coach has long been at odds with two executives. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- A day after announcing he'd
Family warned about business
Officials say the activity is more than just recycling. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
Japan extradites man, woman to U.S.
TOKYO (AP) -- Two Japanese citizens were extradited to the United States on Tuesday to face charges
CBS MOVIE Lucy Lawless shows versatility
In 'Vampire Bats,' the Warrior Princess enjoys playing the role of a doctor. LOS ANGELES (AP) --
Soap and water
Opinion: The Providence Journal: Americans alarmed by the prospect of an avian-flu epidemic are eager to find
BREEDERS' CUP Lost in the Fog's handlers hope to make some history at Belmont
No pure sprinter has every been voted an Eclipse Award for top 3-year-old. NEW YORK (AP) -- The
New executive director of teaching, learning hired
WARREN -- The board of education has hired Kathy M. Shook as executive director of teaching and
CASUALTIES
CASUALTIES By the numbers Who are the dead of Operation Iraqi Freedom? How did they die? Like
Voice of Jolly Green Giant dead at 80
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (AP) -- Elmer Dresslar Jr., who extolled generations of TV watchers to eat
Dedication of new jail scheduled for Nov. 9
Moving prisoners from the old jail to the new one will not be announced. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Death of Rosa Parks raises a concern
Death of Rosa Parks raises a concern kTHE DEATH this week of Rosa Parks underscores that the
Board of control to weigh 14 change order proposals
By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The city's board of control is expected
Officials to discuss proposal for levy
Money will go toward building a sports complex and making upgrades. By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR
Agreement will permit officer to remain in Boardman schools
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- A police officer will remain in the schools
Andy Griffith (9 p.m. TV Land): Jack Nicholson arrives in Mayberry to play a man on trial for
Andy Griffith (9 p.m. TV Land): Jack Nicholson arrives in Mayberry to play a man on trial for
American skating prospects on thin ice
Most troublesome are the absences of Michelle Kwan and Sasha Cohen. ASSOCIATED PRESS The top
Giants owner was NFL key patriarch
He spent 80 years with the franchise starting out as a ball boy. NEW YORK (AP) -- Every NFL fan
Syria ordered to detain suspects in Hariri death
The United States and others threatened sanctions for failure to cooperate. UNITED NATIONS (AP) --
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Browns: Rookie wide receiver Brandon Rideau, an undrafted free agent from Kansas, was promoted to
ABC News says Jennings' replacement for anchor job won't be Diane Sawyer
NEW YORK (AP) -- ABC News has not named a permanent replacement for the late Peter Jennings at
PGA Tour Money Leaders
PGA Tour Money Leaders Through Oct. 23 TrnMoney 1. Tiger Woods20$9,913,024 2. Vijay
White Sox reach out to Latino community, gain attendance
Manager Ozzie Guillen, a Venezuelan native, gives Spanish-language interviews. CHICAGO (AP) -- To
Bako and Bennett score goals as Champion wins
Howland's boys were eliminated by North Canton Hoover. CORTLAND -- Brittany Bako and Jessica
Officials set to accept scanning equipment
An appeals court ruling will keep a liquor option off the ballot. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
GEORGE F. WILL Greenspan changed our social landscape
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Frequently the fate -- gratifying, yet melancholy -- of consequential public persons
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 26, the 299th day of 2005. There are 66 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Oct. 26, the 299th day of 2005. There are 66 days left in the year. On this date
Defendant takes stand, denies sex allegation
The defendant refuted testimony that he had confessed having sex with the woman. By ED RUNYAN
Wide-legged jersey pants can be worn anywhere
Comfortable jersey pants are accepted as great transition pieces. WASHINGTON POST There's
Major League Soccer Playoff Glance
Major League Soccer Playoff Glance Conference Semifinals (Two-leg Aggregate Score Series)
Williams executed for '91 massacre
Family members of the victims were dismayed that Williams didn't apologize. By JEFF ORTEGA
Jury deadlocks in Williams trial
WARREN -- A Trumbull County jury was deadlocked after more than two days' worth of deliberations in
MINESTRA DI FAGIOLI E MALTAGLIATE (BEAN SOUP WITH PASTA)
MINESTRA DI FAGIOLI E MALTAGLIATE (BEAN SOUP WITH PASTA) 2 cups dried borlotti (cranberry) beans
CHICKPEA, BORLOTTI AND WHEAT BERRY SOUP ("MESCIUVA")
CHICKPEA, BORLOTTI AND WHEAT BERRY SOUP ("MESCIUVA") This recipe is from Massimo Camia, chef-
Cowher warns his team: Don't assume Ravens will be an automatic 'W'
Often, the most desperate opponent is a dangerous one. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If coach Bill Cowher is
Electronic passports will get security extras
U.S. officials said it won't be possible to track individuals. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The State
Rapes lead to warning for women
Both suspects likely live in the area being targeted, investigators say. By PATRICIA MEADE
'Confused' needs to learn to care for herself
Dear Annie: I am 24 years old and divorced. I left my husband, "Chris," three years ago, because I
Penguins still seeking a win
Penguins still seeking a win The Florida Panthers extended Pittsburgh's winless streak to nine
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY XWestern Reserve Baptist Church, 8590 Hitchcock Road, Boardman, at the corner of
Winter Games top IOC meetings which open today
Italy's host city Turin is currently having some financial problems. LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) --
Report: Note suggests Cheney revealed CIA name
Report: Note suggests Cheney revealed CIA name WASHINGTON -- The White House sidestepped questions
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Christopher and Kelly Donadio, Warren, girl, Oct. 23. Kristy
Bush praises woman's courage
The president said her defiance 50 years ago was an 'act of personal courage.'' WASHINGTON (AP) --
It's business as usual: no business
Some CIC members suggest changing the agency's bylaws on quorums. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL
Panthers keep Pens in hole
Florida beat winless Pittsburgh, 4-3. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Stephen Weiss' slap shot from the right
Rock band to give performances to advance anti-bullying message
BOARDMAN -- St. Charles School will use a rock concert to present a bullying prevention message to
Trustees OK buying land to prevent its annexation
The three sites combined sold for $440,500. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
WYSU-FM exceeds fund goal by getting more than $90K
YOUNGSTOWN -- WYSU-FM had hoped to raise at least $87,500 during its annual one-week Fall Fund
Monster systems beat up on region
The nor'easter and remnants of Hurricane Wilma combined forces. GLOUCESTER, Mass. (AP) -- A
Forced feedings distress detainee on hunger strike
He wants his lawyers to seek feeding tube removal. SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -- A detainee on a
Police seek robber
Police seek robber NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Neshannock Township police are looking for a middle-aged man
CIVIL RIGHTS Challenge: Keeping Parks' vision alive
Youths have decreasing opportunity for firsthand understanding of her fight. ASSOCIATED PRESS
HOUSTON Astros told to open Minute Maid Park roof; players consider it home field heist
Houston believes there's a connection between its record and the status of the roof. HOUSTON (AP)
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Cayson getting special at YSU
The former Warren JFK star has returned from injuries to play special teams. By PETE MOLLICA
National Hockey League
National Hockey League At A Glance EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA N.Y.
SUPREME COURT First anti-Miers TV ad scheduled to run for week
The White House continues to stand behind her. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A conservative group opposing
OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS
DIVISION I Region 1 1, Lakewood St. Edward (8-0)28.7320 2, Solon (9-0)27.8388 3, Cle.
Finding Italian inspiration creates great dishes
In a special place, at a special time of year, you can find tantalizing soups galore. By S. IRENE
WHEAT HARVESTER'S SOUP (MINESTRA DI BATA IL GRANA)
WHEAT HARVESTER'S SOUP (MINESTRA DI BATA IL GRANA) 1 (41/2-pound) chicken, rinsed and cut into
Youngstown Touch Football
Youngstown Touch Football Regular Season standings 1. Roth Brother's8-1 2. Jolly Joe's8-1 3.
Icon visited, urged Youngstown blacks to vote
She said those who had the privilege but didn't use it should be ashamed. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two years
U.S. military death toll hits 2,000; Bush tells public to brace for more
A command spokesman said media attention on the number was misguided. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The