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MAHONING VALLEY 'Dragon Tales' is set for stage at Powers
YOUNGSTOWN -- PBS's top-rated children's program, "Dragon Tales," will swoop onto the stage at
Title race has a little excitement
Catty mind games by Chad Knaus irritated Tony Stewart. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The race for
OIL-FOR-FOOD U.N. says 2,200 gave Iraq illicit kickbacks
Saddam had corrupted the humanitarian program. UNITED NATIONS (AP) -- In a scathing final report
Mathews wins volleyball title over Aquinas
LISBON -- Jenna Manz scored 13 points and had 26 assists as the Mathews High volleyball team
Seven Palestinians die in Israeli missile strike
The unrest further delays a summit Sharon and Abbas had planned to hold. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israel
Woman reports Internet scam
CANFIELD -- A woman told police she believes she is the victim of an Internet scam to get bank
Famous father brings out 'The Animal' in Bucks
Many players are star-struck around freshman James Laurinaitis' father. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
Niles patrols
Niles patrols Niles police will increase traffic patrols in November. During random periods, road
Fitch downs Boardman in three sets
Some doubted whether the Falcons would return to prominence. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
HYPE FOR 'HARRY' Pottering around with new movie's stars
Finding a way to communicate the story was the key. LONDON (AP) -- In "Harry Potter and the Goblet
Woman killed, others hurt in two-vehicle collision
Occupants had to be extricated from one car. WARREN -- A 24-year-old woman was killed at the
IF YOU GO
What: Dragon Tales Live "Missing Music Mystery." When: 7 p.m. Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m. Nov. 25 (family
It takes a police department to protect a community
Opinion: It takes a police department to protect a community EDITOR: I understand zero tolerance is the
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Simon Road Church of God, 4750 Simon Road, Boardman, is taking orders for kolachi
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Robert and Joan Bacha, Youngstown, girl, Oct. 26. Forum Health
Associated Press
Associated Press STILL THERE: White House counsel Harriet Miers heads into the White House. She
Gordon wins with 4th new crew chief
Steve Letarte is the latest to help the NASCAR star driver to victory. MARTINSVILLE, Va. (AP) --
Bush ignores contrary opinions
Opinion: One of the most important critiques of George W. Bush's foreign policy has just been put forward by
Metropolitan Opera sets up Sills award
NEW YORK (AP) -- The Metropolitan Opera has established the Beverly Sills Artist Award, a prize
Cousin: Slain man 'a good guy'
Police think the slain man had been loitering the night before. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Struthers Rotary celebrates its 50th anniversary at park
STRUTHERS -- Struthers Rotary Club celebrated its 50th anniversary during a meeting held Oct. 19 at
STARTING LINEUPS YSU vs. Northern Iowa
YSU OFFENSE T - (73) JAMAL LEE (6-3, 290, Sr); (68) Pat Walker (6-5, 310, Jr.) RG - (78) TYLER
CHICAGO Sweep caps 87-year drought
The White Sox went 11-1 in three postseason series. HOUSTON (AP) -- Wearing a wide, satisfied
Union property code awaits changes
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Union Township supervisors put off adoption of a new property code until next
Brehaut putts to Chrysler top spot
Charles Howell III is two strokes behind. PALM HARBOR, Fla. (AP) -- When last seen at Innisbrook,
NATURALIZATION
NATURALIZATION Mahoning County These 12 people became naturalized citizens in a ceremony
NEXTEL CUP SCHEDULE
NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 20 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jeff Gordon) Feb. 27 -- Auto Club
S. Illinois 31, W. Kentucky 20
S. Illinois 31, W. Kentucky 20 BOWLING GREEN, Ky. -- Arkee Whitlock rushed for 207 yards and
Bring on Season 4: Penguins prepare for Gateway's best
A roughing-the-kicker penalty cost YSU a win last year against UNI. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
'Saw II' still scares, but covers same ground
This second slice will make you squirm. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Jigsaw, the diabolically
Tom Noe indicted in fund scheme
Sen. Marc Dann of Liberty said the scandal is far deeper than the indictment indicates. STAFF/WIRE
President scrambles for nominee
Bush has to find a replacement for Harriet Miers. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Denied his first choice,
WORLD SERIES COMPOSITE BOXSCORE
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'Men Cry in the Dark' offers humor, drama
A man launching 'Happily Single' magazine becomes intrigued with a woman. By L. CROW VINDICATOR
AROUND THE NHL Thursday's other games
Bruins 2, Maple Leafs 1 BOSTON -- Hannu Toivonen made 36 saves, and the Bruins earned their first
ON THE SIDE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. COLUMN RETURNS: Just when you
School board to keep housing public access television station
Board members weighed approaching township trustees for more funding. By JEANNE STARMACK
Warren schools hires business manager
WARREN -- Mark Donnelly will join the Warren City School District on Wednesday as executive director
Big Ben's bells silenced for maintenance
LONDON (AP) -- The tolling of Big Ben will not be heard this weekend during its longest maintenance
School board president in favor of moving offices
Part of the old high school will be saved in a preservation effort. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
CAMPAIGN FINANCE | Pre-general election reports Candidates and issue committees on the Nov. 8 general election ballot who raised or spent at least $1,000 were required to file campaign finance reports
MAHONING COUNTY CITIES YOUNGSTOWN MAYOR Robert F. Hagan (D): Had, $17,987; contributions,
Austintown board race is crowded, interesting
Editorial: Looking over the eight candidates vying for seats on the Austintown Board of Education, it is
COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW Saturday's games
THIEL vs. THOMAS MORE Where: Alumni Stadium, Greenville, Pa. When: 1:30 p.m. Records: Thiel 7-0,
Male French golfer eyes Women's Open
Jean Van de Velde is not happy that women can enter the men's Open. SOTOGRANDE, Spain (AP) --
PREP REGIONAL Cross country
When: Saturday Where: Boardman High School Schedule: Girls -- Div. III 11:05 a.m.; Div. II 11:50;
Hospital skywalk to be installed
WARREN -- A new panorama will soon greet people Traveling East Market Street in Warren. A
Juchno's late goal sends Poland to regional
The Bulldogs won their first district crown since 1999. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR
Broncos lineman Carswell out for season after crash
His condition is critical after surgery on his internal injuries. AURORA, Colo. (AP) -- Denver
Muppets may return to prime-time TV
Muppets may return to prime-time TV LOS ANGELES -- The Muppets could come back to prime-time
Ebony Lifeline Group to hold sports banquet
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Ebony Lifeline Support Group will present its ninth All Sports Banquet tonight at
Sufficient supply of vaccines available, health officials say
Half of the flu vaccine ordered is here; the rest should arrive in November. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Man cleared in killing of cousin
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A man was acquitted Thursday of charges he fatally beat a distant, elderly cousin
Gone to pot? Cops nab 3 older men
By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Three gray-haired men remain in
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS XBoardman-Canfield Branch of American Association of University Women will meet at
Strickland backs Hagan for Youngstown mayor
YOUNGSTOWN -- U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland of Lisbon, a 2006 gubernatorial candidate, is endorsing a
India Association plans Diwali celebration
YOUNGSTOWN -- The India Association of Greater Youngstown celebrates the Indian festival Diwali
Another setback for Hill: Magic player has surgery
The forward is expected to miss three to six weeks. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- All-Star forward Grant
Bill allows Playhouse special liquor permit
COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Senate has approved a bill that will pave the way for community centers such as
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Upset grandma warns about 'Choking Game'
Dear Annie: Last May, my 13-year-old grandson was found hanging in his closet. In spite of my
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Bass Pro Shops MBNA 500 Hampton, Ga. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel,
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
GATEWAY ConferenceAll Games WLPFPAWLPFPA YSU401194571240116 W. Kentucky4117412862274189 S.
Officials: Cut out travel to Indonesia
The area has been hit by terrorists every year for the last three. JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) -- The
Nobody's immune to the stuff
By EMILIE LE BEAU CHICAGO TRIBUNE Frog-eating snakes don't scare Sophie M. During a trip to
Regional leaders remain silent over Iran's call to destroy Israel
Some Palestinians rejected the president's remarks. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- Arab governments remained
Head off to see this 'Wizard'
With the DVD's quality and extras, Warner Bros is calling it the 'definitive Oz.' WASHINGTON POST
Hagan has the largest war chest
One other candidate raised over $100,000 toward his campaign. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
Councilman's wife seeks his former seat
Joe Jones was convicted of a felony for defrauding the public. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The wife of a
Sprinter Young stripped of his 2000 gold medal
The track athlete plans to fight the IOC ruling. LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) -- Sprinter Jerome
City OKs $2M loan for SteelHounds
The interest-free, no-risk note is meant to attract business to the city. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY
Hype for 'Harry'
Hype for 'Harry' kACTORS Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe, above, play Hermione and Harry in
MELLON ARENA Lemieux's five points sparks Pens' 1st win
Pittsburgh trailed by four goals before scoring seven straight. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- At age 40,
Orthodontist sends patient candy to Iraq
MENTOR, Ohio (AP) -- What's the worst day of the year for an orthodontist? Dr. Kenneth Lawrence of
Expert: Mayor's wife unlikely to avoid jail
Her blood-alcohol level appeared to be more than three times the legal limit. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
Meeting will inform on energy assistance
YOUNGSTOWN -- Officials with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio and the Ohio Consumers' Counsel
Officials make pick for housing board
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Ellwood City Police Chief Bill Betz is expected to be the next member of the
Both vulnerable. South deals.
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Two sports approved for '08
Open-water swimming and women's steeplechase were added. LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) -- The IOC
Lots of parking provided in deal
The deal pays the parking company $210,000 annually for 2,027 downtown spaces. By DAVID SKOLNICK
DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics Brown's bid for U.S. Senate creates a stir
Opinion: About a month ago, national Democratic officials desperately scrambled to find someone to challenge
Lordstown man robbed on Belmont Avenue
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 30-year-old Lordstown man was robbed of about $270 shortly after 1 p.m. Thursday
Virginia Tech continues Thursday night success
The team's last Thursday loss was in 1995 to Boston College. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Marcus Vick
Former treasurer charged
The school's PTA is able to continue its activities with borrowed money. By JEANNE STARMACK
Grain bins overflow amid rail car dearth
TOLEDO (AP) -- Grain bins are filling up fast in the northwest corner of the state because elevator
Panel to pick voting machines
MERCER, Pa. -- A decision is nearing on what type of voting machines Mercer County residents will
Tips help avoid tangled laundry in machine
Dear Readers: Doing the laundry can leave you with a tangled mess of twisted sleeves, snagged
Runner-up Astros reflect on loss
Houston didn't win a game, but lost by a combined six runs. HOUSTON (AP) -- The Houston Astros are
BIG TEN Robinson emerges for Penn State; Purdue is puzzled
Joe Tiller hasn't revealed who his starting quarterback will be on Saturday. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.
IRAQ 14 are killed in ambush near capital
Meanwhile, 2,004 Americans have been killed, the latest by roadside bombs. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
WENDY BAUM PAUL KITTEL
WENDY BAUM PAUL KITTEL XPOLAND -- The Riviera Maya in Cancun, Mexico, was the honeymoon
Today is Friday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2005. There are 64 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Friday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2005. There are 64 days left in the year. On this date in
Already a mother of two, Jolie aims to adopt more
Already a mother of two, Jolie aims to adopt more NEW YORK -- Angelina Jolie, often photographed
Burdman Group installs officers
A Canfield woman received the agency's service award. BOARDMAN -- Pamela Miles, jail services
Crennel mourns death of NY's Mara
The coach will attend today's funeral for the Giants owner. BEREA (AP) -- Cleveland Browns coach
INDICTMENTS Mahoning, Columbiana A Mahoning County grand jury indicted 26 people Thursday, including two secret "John Doe" indictments for aggravated murder and aggravated robbery with a firearm
MAHONING COUNTY William Aponte, 43, Liberty Road, Youngstown: Aggravated murder; felonious
Girard collects $34,779 in fines
Officials say the money will go toward worthy causes. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
DRIVERS | Chase for championship
TONY STEWART Car: No. 20 Home Depot Chevrolet Chase points: First, 5,957 Position change: None
Five arrested in Mason St. raid get court date on drug charges
NILES -- Five people charged during a drug raid at a Mason Street house known to both police and
First seats of buses are reserved to honor civil rights icon's legacy
DETROIT (AP) -- In the city where she died and the city where she sparked the civil rights movement,
Boardman pioneer life returns for curious minds The classroom unit also coincides with the township bicentennial celebration.
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER HILDREN AT WEST BOULEVARD Elementary School in Boardman
Commissioners seeking to withhold Felasco's pay
They had wanted to lock his checks in a safe. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA STAFF
Girard defeats Crestview for 5th-straight district title
The Indians downed the Rebels in three games. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT SALEM
Keeping watch on ballot issues
Lordstown's mayor is urging voters in his Trumbull County community to approve the deal. MONROE,
Trustees, officials meet to address flooding
Up to 20 homes in the development were flooded in 2003 and 2004. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Juvenile race expected to make most impact
First Samurai will go for his fifth straight win. NEW YORK (AP) -- Picking winners will be tough
HOW HE SEES IT IBM shopping the globe for the cheapest techies
Opinion: By JIM HIGHTOWER PROVIDENCE JOURNAL AUSTIN, Texas -- The internal memo is dated April 2005 and
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Pay delinquent taxes or liens will be sold, auditor warns
The threat of a lien sale and the sale could generate $7 million. YOUNGSTOWN -- Certified letters
WWI veteran dies in France at age 108
WWI veteran dies in France at age 108 BORDEAUX, France -- Rene Moreau, one of seven remaining
Man is jailed after woman found dead
Jeremy Archer also was involved in an unrelated home invasion, police said. By LAURE CIOFFI
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND Oct. 19 Domestic
Ex-firefighter settles suit against S.C. city
ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) -- Former Rock Hill firefighter Matt Cooper has settled his lawsuit against the
Settled: Hubbard wrests trophy from Crestwood
The Eagles made a pact not to settle for anything less than first place this year. By GREG GULAS
Lender convinces analysts that profits should keep growing
The Warren-based company has a small amount of loans with Delphi employees. By DON SHILLING
LEIGH DAVIS TODD DEVINE
LEIGH DAVIS TODD DEVINE XCANFIELD -- The island of Maui in Hawaii was the honeymoon destination
BRONCOS LINEMAN INJURED IN CRASH
Broncos lineman injured in crash Denver Broncos offensive lineman Dwayne Carswell was in critical
COMMISSIONERS
COMMISSIONERS Other business Several personnel and board appointments were approved by
Retirement off, Martin set in '06
Todd Kluever will replace him on the Roush team in 2007. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Any chance Mark
Racial segregation created by politics
Opinion: The death of Rosa Parks has reminded us of her place in history, as the black woman whose refusal to
PITTSBURGH Staley remains on sidelines as injuries take toll
Willie Parker has the starting tailback role for the Steelers. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Duce Staley
Prep bid comes in under estimate
The low bid came in more than $400,000 below the estimate. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION
Deadline to get case to grand jury nears
Indictments could be forthcoming against two top White House officials. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Working
Spooktacular set at Children's Museum
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Second Annual Halloween Spooktacular will take place this weekend at the
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gary N. Wright, 22, of 159 Clarencedale, Youngstown, and