News for September 16, 2005

Freedom in America must be protected in times of trouble

Editorial: Who predicted that freedom and human rights in the United States were doomed following the Sept. 11,

HOW HE SEES IT EPA holds back on Katrina toxic data

Opinion: By PERRY BEEMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Hurricane Katrina presented not only a human

Meetings to answer questions on levies

NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Two meetings have been set to give Springfield Township residents a chance to ask

Former candidate for council cites conflict

Former candidate for council cites conflict POLAND -- J. Michael Thompson, a candidate for Poland

HOW SHE SEES IT Set global example: Pass shield law for journalists

Opinion: By KARIN DEUTSCH KARLEKAR CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR A delegation from the Committee to Protect

STARTING LINEUPS | YSU vs. Liberty

YSU OFFENSE RT - (73) JAMAL LEE (6-3, 290, Sr); (78) Tyler Booth (6-6, 315, Soph.) RG - (72) JOHN

"Twins" (8:30 p.m., the WB): Contrasting twin sisters (Sara Gilbert and Molly Stanton) take over

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: Kings of Leon. When: 9 p.m. Thursday. Where: The Odeon Concert Club, 1295 Old

TRUMBULL COUNTY Board of elections restores 3 candidates' names to ballot

A candidate for Lakeview school board didn't get restored to the ballot. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR

Predictable Roberts hearings

Opinion: Predictable Roberts hearings Baltimore Sun: There were moments of humor and even what might pass

Facility reports case of possible abuse

AUSTINTOWN -- The manager of Gateways to Better Living, 230 Idaho Road, reported to police that a

ODOT plans to study Market Street flooding

Township officials have said that the road is under water during heavy rain. By DENISE DICK

hMan says he shot hunters because one fired at him

hMan says he shot hunters because one fired at him HAYWARD, Wis. -- A Hmong man accused of killing

Bartender is injured when hit by barstool

AUSTINTOWN -- A bartender at Bill's Place on Mahoning Avenue was injured when a man threw a bar

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas N. Green, 32, of 3029 Regis Ave., Youngstown, and

Board fires facilities director

The county's facilities director had offered to retire but instead was fired. YOUNGSTOWN --

STORAGE Casual wine drinkers rack 'em up in style

Bottles can be displayed in space-saving classic or funky racks. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Wine

Mathews High School students in Vienna have raised $4,120 in donations from students, parents and

NEXTEL CUP

NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 20 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jeff Gordon) Feb. 27 -- Auto

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Treasurer considers legal action

Commissioners would like a comprehensive audit of Felasco to see if any more cash is missing. By

SEXUAL BEHAVIOR Survey: For teens, oral sex common

Analysts suggest young women are more confident than they used to be. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON

COLUMBUS Governor: Reports to me are privileged

Some of the documents sent to the governor are confidential, a brief says. By JEFF ORTEGA

A strong Maplewood to contend at the 20th Spartan Invitational

More than 4,000 athletes will contend in the annual meet. BOARDMAN -- There will be 14 races at

Surplus food

Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, 10 to 11 a.m. Limited to

WEATHERSFIELD TWP. Officials revise completion date of road safety-upgrade project

A lawsuit has been filed over unusable fire department dispatch phone lines. By MARY SMITH

YSU

YSU Gateway signs with ESPNU ST. LOUIS -- ESPNU, the 24-hour college sports network, has reached

LAWRENCE COUNTY Suspect faces more charges after search

The suspect was arrested in Zelienople, Pa., on drug charges. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR

Mihaly caps Ursuline's comeback win

Senior Ryan Novotny of Ursuline suffered a broken leg during the first half. YOUNGSTOWN -- Junior

Man hospitalized after Boardman shooting

BOARDMAN -- Police are investigating a shooting early Thursday that sent one man to the hospital.

Man reports robbery in apartment lot

BOARDMAN -- Police are investigating the armed robbery of a Lemans Drive man that occurred outside

RECREATION Park funds, research compiled

Officials believe a skateboard park would get skaters off private property. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

THURSDAY'S RESULTS

THURSDAY'S RESULTS BOYS GOLF INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP (At Sebring Country Club)

Today is Friday, Sept. 16, the 259th day of 2005. There are 106 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Friday, Sept. 16, the 259th day of 2005. There are 106 days left in the year. On this date

YOUNGSTOWN St. Christine School marks 50th anniversary

A member of the first graduating class will concelebrate the anniversary Mass. By HAROLD GWIN

SALEM MURDER TRIAL Witness: Family should know truth

Richard Forrester admitted, however, he had repeatedly lied to police. By D.A. WILKINSON

TIM GIAGO Colleges keep mascots; NCAA loses spine

Opinion: Under pressure, the NCAA is folding one college at a time to the fanatics insistent upon retaining

HELOISE Clay pots double as candleholders in landscape

Dear Heloise: Since I seem to have a "black thumb," I have a lot of empty clay pots sitting around.

'THE O.C.' Oh see the brand

Warner Bros. is marketing the show's style, offering furniture and fashions. By ROY RIVENBURG

PREP VOLLEYBALL Salem, Howland unbeaten in MAC

Boardman beat Massillon Perry for its first Federal League victory. CANFIELD -- Brittany Gregory

St. Elizabeth Health Center

St. Elizabeth Health Center Dr. Joseph and Maura Scott, 1461 Turnberry Drive, Boardman, boy, Sept.

HOW HE SEES IT Congress passes the pork, ignores needs

Opinion: By MARTIN SCHRAM SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE New Orleans fell victim to a perfect storm of

"I just wanted you to know that Americans take comfort in knowing that we're not alone."

Opinion: "I just wanted you to know that Americans take comfort in knowing that we're not alone." --

Volunteers needed

Volunteers needed Trumbull County Red Cross is looking for adult volunteers to assist

COMMISSIONERS

COMMISSIONERS Mahoning County Commissioners handled these issues Thursday: Approved a

KINGS OF LEON Rock without rebellion

The band's latest album is 'Aha Shake Heartbreak.' By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENCE

Road trip should be good test

The undefeated Penguins have looked sharp, especially defensively, in their first two games. By

4 men, 1 with a gun, break into residence

AUSTINTOWN -- Four men broke into a residence on Rosemont Avenue on Wednesday and robbed three

CROSS COUNTRY | Area's top marks

BOYS 1. Aiman Scullion (Salem)15:39 2. Andy Arnio (Maplewood)15:53 3. Andy Morgan

AUSTINTOWN SCHOOLS Revised forecast reduces expected deficit

The board will consider options for raising revenue at its work session. By JEANNE STARMACK

Malaniak's goal delivers Poland's sixth win, 1-0

By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT HOWLAND -- Dain Malaniak's goal with 6:54 remaining in

NATION

NATION UPNEXT A complete series kMOVING BEYOND the traditional repertoire of souvenir

Detectives treat case as homicide

Police continue to investigate while awaiting the coroner's ruling. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

PREVIEW Saturday's games

PREVIEW Saturday's games ALLEGHENY vs. WASHINGTON & amp; JEFFERSON Where: Cameron Stadium

NORTH CAROLINA Ophelia refuses to leave coast

Ophelia was downgraded to a tropical storm Thursday night. SALTER PATH, N.C. (AP) -- Hurricane

MAHONING COUNTY Landfill contract adds to revenue

The county could use the new cash to help fund five new assistant prosecutors. By ROGER G. SMITH

MAHONING ELECTIONS BOARD Meeting set to discuss vacancies

The board rejected a request to kick a school board candidate off the ballot. By DAVID SKOLNICK

FORUM Mayoral candidates see room to improve

The candidates were asked about health, family and youth issues. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

IRAQ Police are killed in 3 car bomb attacks

About 200 people have been killed in two days of violence. CHICAGO TRIBUNE BAGHDAD, Iraq --

Under fire

Under fire Youngstown native and Pitt offensive coordinator Matt Cavanaugh is sharing some of the

TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials pursue using treatment plant

One commissioner questions the potential cost of ownership. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XLicensed Practical Nurses Association, Division 3 of Mahoning and Trumbull Counties,

Fuel costs squeeze transit services

WRTA is looking at cuts in services and hours because of a huge increase in fuel costs. By MARY

YOUNGSTOWN Police bomb-squad vehicles to be stored in rented garage

The city will pay $400 a month in rent. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Setthehook)$4.40$3.00$2.10 Raymond Springs (Munaylla

JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL 2 award-winners to be shown

The Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival has selected two award-winning films for screening this

RUBBER BRACELETS Some charities take a fashionable turn

One retailer says buying the bands can be the first step in the giving ladder. By JENNIFER MOELLER

See You At the Pole rally includes bands

See You At the Pole rally includes bands AUSTINTOWN -- TeenFusion's See You At the Pole rally will

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