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Serious runners pick up sexy skirts
Skirts make female athletics feel feminine. KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CHICAGO -- Pro triathlete
An unwinnable war
Editorial: Columbus Dispatch: The Ohio School Boards Association says it might be ready to "start a war" if
ALLYSON AMBROSE TIMOTHY RUSSELL
ALLYSON AMBROSE TIMOTHY RUSSELL XBOARDMAN -- Nuptial vows were exchanged on Sept. 24 by Allyson M.
Issues 1, 2 do well in state survey
Issues 4 and 5 don't have majority support in the poll. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
THE WEATHERMAN
ss (out of four) Director: Gore Verbinski. Running time: 1 hour 45 minutes. Rated: R for language,
Celebrity has left local people with favorable post-impression
Those who've worked with Bennett say he's sincere and humble. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR
Daughter-in-law's flirting raises questions about relationship
Dear Annie: I have been dating "Joe" for two years. We both are in our mid-60s and lost our spouses
Court hears 2 sides of issue
A city's restrictions could criminalize something Ohio sees as legal. LEBANON, Ohio (AP) --
Steelers broadcaster will make ceremony
Myron Cope is out of the hospital and ready for Monday night's honors. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Former
Crazzzzzy: White Sox finally top Astros 7-5
Tuesday's game was the longest (5 hours, 41 minutes) in Series history. HOUSTON (AP) -- Another
White pumpkins make decorating statements
They're better for painting or drawing faces on. CHICAGO (AP) -- These pumpkins look like
Chief: No penalty in audit
A paperwork snag resulted in the superintendent's working without a license. By JEANNE STARMACK
NHL ROUNDUP Wednesday's games
Blue Jackets 3, Predators 2 COLUMBUS -- Adam Foote scored on a short-handed rush 35 seconds into
KATRINA CONTRACTS Bush OKs reinstating wage protection rules
The Davis-Bacon Act was designed to protect workers from being underpaid. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
Event series celebrates Sam Cooke's influence
Concerts and discussions are among the plans. CLEVELAND -- The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and
New Castle council to vote on land-use plan
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City council intends to vote at its public meeting tonight whether to adopt a
House committee OKs cheaper bill for digital TV
House committee OKs cheaper bill for digital TV WASHINGTON -- House lawmakers want all-digital TV
Digital library: Riches that must be shared
Opinion: By MARY SUE COLEMAN WASHINGTON POST Some authors and publishers have cried foul regarding
Despite its top cast, 'Prime' is unsatisfying
The movie is like one long therapy session. By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP MOVIE CRITIC "Prime" might
JILL HOOVER ANTHONY KNEZ JR.
JILL HOOVER ANTHONY KNEZ JR. XPITTSBURGH, Pa. -- Trinity Cathedral in Pittsburgh was the setting
Chicago sweeps Houston to win its first World Series since 1917
HOUSTON (AP) -- The Chicago White Sox are World Series champions again at last, and yet another epic
Moscow Ballet to present 'The Russian Nutcracker'
YOUNGSTOWN -- Moscow Ballet will bring its critically acclaimed production of "The Great Russian
ALABAMA BRIBERY CASE Ex-governor and others are indicted
Bribery got one man appointed to a key hospital board, the charge alleges. MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP)
WORLD TRADE CENTER Jury finds owner negligent in '93 bombing
NEW YORK (AP) -- A jury ruled Wednesday that the Port Authority was negligent in the bombing of the
UNDERDAWGS
Underdawgs Talk about unnecessary roughness. Even the oddsmakers are piling on the scuffling
Venezuela celebrates Sox's 'Oswaldo'
The native son managed Chicago to the Series title. CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) -- All over the bars
Northern Iowa hurting, but at home in the dome
The Panthers host YSU in the UNI-Dome where they haven't lost this year. By PETE MOLLICA
Panel to explore creation of development organization
The chamber and a commissioner said this could be needless duplication. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
'The Weather Man' brings gloomy outlook to screen
The movie is a downer, about man who's angry and resentful. By DAVID GERMAIN AP MOVIE WRITER A
The panel also recommended that adults get a pertussis booster.
The panel also recommended that adults get a pertussis booster. ATLANTA (AP) -- All children
Halloween party set
Halloween party set YOUNGSTOWN -- Immaculate Heart of Mary Church will have a Halloween party from
ICL/TCL | Through the years Following this season, the Inter-County League and Tri-County League will merger into the two-tiered Inter-Tri-County League. Here's a look at past football champions in
INTER-COUNTY 2004 -- Mineral Ridge 2003 -- South Range 2002 -- Lowellville 2001 -- South Range
"We owe them a deep debt of gratitude for their courage, for their valor, for their strength, for
Opinion: "We owe them a deep debt of gratitude for their courage, for their valor, for their strength, for
Forum to address state Issues 2, 3, 4, 5
WARREN -- Trumbull County A. Philip Randolph Institute is conducting an issues forum at the Warren
CANADA Ontario begins evacuation of Indian reserve
TORONTO (AP) -- Ontario began evacuating about 1,000 residents of a remote northern Ontario Indian
MIERS HEARING Specter to target detainee policy
A speech Harriet Miers gave in 1993 has conservatives concerned. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The chairman
SCIENCE Scientists map DNA differences
The breakthrough is a 'landmark achievement,' the HHS secretary said. NEW YORK (AP) -- Scientists
Council passes transfer
An automated speed camera ordinance was tabled. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Anti-terror bill clears a hurdle
Extending the detention period was the most controversial proposal. LONDON (AP) -- Prime Minister
state laws
STATE LAWS The details The issue: Can local governments make gun controls more restrictive than
Winless Penguins at Atlanta tonight
Pittsburgh's only points this year have come from overtime losses. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- He said it
Youngstown man to face drug charges
YOUNGSTOWN -- Jason L. Jones, 22, of Halleck Street ran from police who stopped a car on his street
PREP FOOTBALL POLL Week 9
DIVISION I 1, Cin. St. Xavier (20) 9-0297 2, Cle. Glenville (5) 9-0260 3, Massillon
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Soprano's repertoire to include top works
Jeanie Darnell, an assistant voice teacher, will perform in Bliss Recital Hall. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
HEALTH FDA considers allowing test for AIDS over the counter
It takes weeks for antibodies to show up. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Swab the inside of your mouth. Put
Stranded tourists begin leaving
Those who were with chartered tours were being allowed to leave first. CANCUN, Mexico (AP) --
Fancy ceilings are latest trend in luxury homes
Things are looking up as high ceilings are decorated with artwork. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
XTodd and Amy Werner of Hedgesville, W.Va., formerly of Poland, are announcing the birth of a son,
XTodd and Amy Werner of Hedgesville, W.Va., formerly of Poland, are announcing the birth of a son,
Ditzler, Pritchard earn re-election as trustees
Editorial: In January 2004, when Lisa Oles took a seat on the Austintown Board of Trustees there was widespread
Three flight schools will participate in event for Aviation Education Day at regional airport
VIENNA -- Three flight schools will participate in an Aviation Education Day open house from 3 to 6
hWatchers of royals note tiara worn by Camilla
hWatchers of royals note tiara worn by Camilla LONDON -- A diamond tiara worn by Camilla, Duchess
Ward-Thomas open house Nov. 6
NILES -- The Ward-Thomas Museum will hold an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. Nov. 6 to display its
Miller emerges as key to offense
The rookie tight end already has four touchdowns. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- That new wrinkle in the
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL LEADERS
PASSINGAttCompPct.YardsTDIntRating Mike Leskosky, South Range975758.887654143.39 Vance Keirsey,
Pro teams attempt to calm fears
There have been rumors that both teams will try to relocate. NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- The city's two
Mark-Paul Gosselaar to join cast of 'Commander in Chief'
ZAP2IT.COM Steven Bochco has already made his mark behind the scenes of ABC's "Commander in
Trio to perform recital of Mendelssohn-Hensel
The performers include a soprano, a tenor and a pianist. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Soprano Dr. Anne
Singer wants to redefine his image on MTV's 'Score'
He performs cuts from his new album and is showing off his songwriting ability. By JOHN BENSON
Today is Thursday, Oct. 27, the 300th day of 2005. There are 65 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Oct. 27, the 300th day of 2005. There are 65 days left in the year. On this date
WAR IN IRAQ
WAR IN IRAQ Key dates for Ohio March 19, 2003: President Bush announces the United States is at
Late comeback: Celtics top Cavs
BOSTON (AP) -- Cleveland star LeBron James scored 16 points and then sat out the fourth quarter as
Browns underdog to winless Houston
Some of the Cleveland players are taking it as a slap in the face. BEREA (AP) -- Talk about
2 gunmen rob W. Side business
YOUNGSTOWN -- Two gunmen wearing masks, gloves and black coats robbed a West Side business of about
2 families await word on body found in Sierra Nevada glacier
Four airmen died in a 1942 crash; two were from Ohio. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Two Ohio families that
RUSHINGATT.YARDSAVG.TD
RUSHINGAtt.YardsAvg.TD Lance Smith, Howland20115727.816 JJ Johnson, Salem23715086.419 Angelo
LEGAL DEFENSE FUND DeLay admits he failed to account for fund's entirety
Donations of more than $250 must be disclosed on annual financial reports. WASHINGTON (AP) --
District wants high court to review liability case
The issue is whether teachers and coaches are immune from legal action. HOWLAND -- Howland Local
Deficit turns up lower than projected
The anticipated deficit is $110,000 less than previously stated. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Appeals court orders resentencing in case
WARREN -- The 11th District Court of Appeals has vacated part of a sentencing from Trumbull County
'THE LEGEND OF ZORRO'
sss (out of 5) Director: Martin Campbell. Running time: 2 hours. Industry rating: PG for sequences
Grievingcouple favors cameras
Cameras are coming to Cleveland soon. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A couple who lost a daughter when her car
PENN STATE Former walk-on fulfilling dream
Ethan Kilmer never played much football in high school. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- In high school,
Crews begin building park in Poland Twp.
The latest agreement added 15 acres, increasing the park acreage to 87. By DENISE DICK
U.N. official pleads for cash for homeless as winter nears
$580 million was pledged, but not all was earmarked for immediate needs. GENEVA (AP) --
Benefits of moderate exercise seen
Experts say even if you aren't losing weight, keep exercising. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- There's no
ONSTAGE The Oakland will present 'Exonerated'
After years in prison, the condemned were set free. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
PREP FOOTBALL
PREP FOOTBALL Who's in, who's out A look at where area high school football teams stand in the
CONVOCATION CENTER SHOW Artist-singer Tony Bennett masters canvas and concert
He doesn't have a big head, but he does have big talent. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR
hWarming up for arena show
hWarming up for arena show kLEGENDARY song stylist Tony Bennett prepares to perform in one of the
Don't try constant colon cleansing
Q. I have a friend who is convinced that constipation causes cancer. She is fanatic about cleansing
License stays in limbo
We'll let you know soon, the Ohio EPA tells the health board. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Assassins," by New Castle Playhouse, 212 E. Long Ave., New Castle. 6 to 8 p.m. today, 10
ARTS COUNCIL Masquerade promotes urban art scene locally
All but 50 of 250 tickets have been sold. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM -- A
Writing revisionist history while witnesses survive will bring a rebuttal
Opinion: Writing revisionist history while witnesses survive will bring a rebuttal EDITOR: In an op-ed
Mailboxes will contain a little less next year
The state is switching to electronic banking for child support payments. By D.A. WILKINSON
District faces exodus of pupils
Open enrollment could cause a $20 million deduction, the treasurer says. By HAROLD GWIN
Palestinian suicide bomber kills 5 Israelis, wounds 30
The Palestinian leader scolded militants just hours earlier. HADERA, Israel (AP) -- A 20-year-old
Man charged with third homicide
The suspect was also charged with a shooting that the victim survived. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A man
Five Valley teams already have clinched postseason
Six more are very close and several others need some help to get to Week 11. VINDICATOR STAFF
Animals adapt their sleep habits, which vary widely across species
Human sleep follows basically the same pattern as that of other omnivores. SCRIPPS HOWARD All
BIG TEN News and notes
Top-heavy: And then there were four. Four teams stand at the summit of the Big Ten lead with a loss,
WASHINGTON CIA leak probe comes down to wire
Two White House figures await word on whether they will be indicted. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
Google offers writers a devil's bargain
Opinion: By NICK TAYLOR WASHINGTON POST I am a writer. For some time now -- too much time, I suspect my
PREP FOOTBALL | Weekend previews
SPRINGFIELD (7-2, 4-2 ICL) vs. MINERAL RIDGE (7-2, 5-1 ICL) Game time: Friday at 7:30 p.m. at
$9M shortfall awaits in '06, auditor predicts
A 2005 general fund deficit was averted this year by borrowing $7.3 million. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Next up, Green: Tigers top Cards
Howland will meet the Bulldogs in a rematch of last year's district final. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
2 full-time firefighters hired
Howland Fire Department has been brought up to full strength. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Children's hospital announces plan for $740M expansion
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Patients at Children's Hospital will have private rooms with a bed and desk for
IF YOU GO
Who: Liz Phair. When: 8 p.m. Friday. Where: The Odeon Concert Club, 1295 Old River Road, Cleveland.
Zorro 'Legend' makes sparks fly
The action-film lightness, appropriate for families, makes the movie fly by. KNIGHT RIDDER
DIABETES FDA issues warning on glucose meters
The meters accidentally switch to the foreign standard of units. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Food and
'Celtic Woman' show will celebrate music
Celtic singer Deirdre Shannon has a surprisingly diverse background. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
YSU takes disciplinary action against suspect
By HAROLD GWIN and PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR STAFF WRITERS YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State
WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS
WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS OHIO POLL COLUMBUS -- The seventh of eight weekly state cross country polls
Chief wants firefighter to be fired
The chief said the firefighter endangered the public and police. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Air quality tests ends at St. Joe's
AUSTINTOWN -- The school district has finished air quality testing at St. Joseph School to make sure
Bush: George Washington redux
Opinion: Near the end of his magnificent book, "1776," historian David McCullough writes this about George
Records show attendance is poor at CIC meetings
Only one member has perfect attendance at CIC board meetings. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL
CHARTER SCHOOLS
CHARTER SCHOOLS 21 schools: 2,339 pupils PUBLIC SCHOOLS Lowellville: 178 pupils Liberty: 119
Mooney rolls past Ursuline in district
Seven seniors accounted for six goals and five assists in the 8-0 win. By BILL SULLIVAN
Chance to celebrate 'Atoms for Peace'
Opinion: By SWANEE HUNT SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE This month, the International Atomic Energy Agency
Felasco's pay heads for a safe
County commissioners say they don't want to go to court on the matter. By LAURE CIOFFI
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher A. Gillott, 26, Williamsburg, Va., and Veryenia J.
'BRAIN DRAIN' Doctors from poor nations relocating to rich countries
A researcher said the developing nations are being deprived of doctors. ASSOCIATED PRESS One of
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"Everybody Hates Chris" (8 p.m., UPN): On the outstanding freshman comedy, the young kid Rock is
Residents discuss flooding
The city needs to gather proof that those in the 2nd Ward have suffered losses. By HAROLD GWIN
& lt;B & gt;BUKLAD, & lt;/B & gt; Brenda, 59, of Youngstown; no
& lt;B & gt;BUKLAD, & lt;/B & gt; Brenda, 59, of Youngstown; no calling hours;
Chertoff urges patience for Wilma relief efforts
Residents and officials are frustrated with the pace of the federal response. ABOVE MIAMI-DADE
Judge postpones verdict in sex case
WARREN -- The fate of a Warren man charged with having sex with a female resident of a community-
Man charged with attempted homicide
MERCER, Pa. -- A 65-year-old West Middlesex man is charged with attempted homicide and aggravated
ROCK Phair: style change gradual
Her evolution continues with her latest album. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
JULIE RAUZAN ANTHONY POSSAGE
JULIE RAUZAN ANTHONY POSSAGE XYOUNGSTOWN -- A reception was held on Sept. 24 at Mr. Anthony's
More schools prohibit celebrations
Some face pressure from religious groups, others from education mandates. SACRAMENTO BEE Leisa
A day of tricks, treats, ghosts -- and a boycott
Some see it as symbolic of American overindulgence and generally unnecessary. VIENNA, Austria (AP)
SYMPHONY Orchestra begins salute to American musical theater
Operatic arias as well as songs from Broadway musicals will be included. By L. CROW VINDICATOR
Special ed training at YSU to grow
There is a nationwide shortage of licensed special education teachers. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown
Family members recount memories of lost loved ones
The state has the fourth-largest number of deaths since the war began. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Youngstown Board of Education Board Athletic Council meeting, 10 a.m., Board Caucus
Bill puts moratorium on taking of private property
The bill also allows for a study of the state's eminent domain laws. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
YSU VS. NORTHERN IOWA
YSU vs. Northern Iowa YSUUNI Record7-14-3 Points scored30.031.1 Points allowed14.524.6
Use extreme care when cleaning those old electric blankets
Dear Heloise: I recently bought a couple of electric blankets from a garage sale, and I was
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The amount of a discrepancy in an audit of the Davis Elementary School PTA was
CONGRESS Few hold out hope that last-minute vote will stop base closings
Even opponents of the plan say the closures are a foregone conclusion. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A plan
3 Sunni groups offer candidates
U.S. officials say they hope participation will weaken support for insurgents. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)