News for September 17, 2005

JULIE SWARTZ BRYAN DINGES

JULIE SWARTZ BRYAN DINGES XCANFIELD -- The Rev. Don Christensen solemnized the marriage of Julie

Twirling times 3

Twirling times 3 k ALYSSA KRUMPAK, a junior at McDonald High, puts her hand-eye coordination to

W.D. PACKARD Concert hall revels in 50th anniversary

Free anniversary concerts will be Oct. 15 and 16. WARREN -- Several events are planned in October

Sorority to host awards ceremony

Proceeds will provide scholarships and support community service activities. YOUNGSTOWN -- The

YWCA plans centennial dance contest

Proceeds will provide assistance for homeless families in the community. BOARDMAN -- The 100th

INDICTMENTS

INDICTMENTS Mahoning County A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted Elbert W. Shuler, 42, of

HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION

HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Ohio: call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.

Big plays help Struthers topple Red Devils, 19-14

Justin Penson had 126 yards receiving and scored twice for the Wildcats. CAMPBELL -- Struthers

ANGELA PITCHFORD ADAM GESACION

ANGELA PITCHFORD ADAM GESACION XSHORELINE, Wash. -- Evergreen Baptist Church was the setting at 4

BOARDMAN POLICE Substation gives more visibility

Property crimes in the area have been increasing. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Smolko in third season as starter at Penn State

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Isaac Smolko of Petersburg, a redshirt senior tight end for the Penn State

CROSS COUNTRY Morgan, Arnio 1-2 to spark Rockets

The juniors led the Maplewood boys to a Spartan Invitational championship. By MARK W. MILLER

INXS ready to name singer

ZAP2IT.COM In the Tuesday finale of CBS' "Rock Star: INXS," the members of the Australian rock

Future nurses will get honors

The students developed a hand-washing promotion campaign. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR

WRITERS Religion columns

The Vindicator is seeking columns from area religious leaders or people of faith. Subjects may

COMFORT AND COURTESY Key considerations

The two bywords for planning an at-home wedding and reception seem to be comfort (for your guests)

Group will look at interested handler-animal teams

YOUNGSTOWN -- K-9's for Compassion will evaluate human-animal teams interested in joining the group

CANDICE VANEK KENT WRIGHT

CANDICE VANEK KENT WRIGHT XCANFIELD -- A reception was held at The Georgetown in Boardman to honor

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Murder deliberations await jury

The defendant said he walked away from a man being beaten. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM

A deserved day of honor for the U.S. Constitution

Editorial: Career cynics in the crowd might be tempted to decry this week's federally ordered observance of

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Canfield repels Chaney

Canfield opened a 49-7 lead before Chaney staged a big rally for 28 points. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU

Tracking survivors' movement challenges agencies, charities

Victims must keep temporary addresses up to date to receive mail, checks. SCRIPPS HOWARD Along

CROSS COUNTRY Boardman, Maplewood teams favored in meet

There will be 37 varsity girls and boys teams in the 5,000-meter runs. CANFIELD -- Boardman High's

BUTLER INSTITUTE Local exhibit shows insight into lives of area Amish

The photographer has been taking pictures of the Amish for years. By ROBERT L. KURTZ VINDICATOR

Sharon holds off Slippery Rock for 14-9 win

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Delon Bourns connected on a 30-yard touchdown pass to K.J. Smith while A.J.

Prosecutors seek forfeiture of escapee's bail

YOUNGSTOWN -- Prosecutors asked a judge Friday to order the forfeit of bail paid by a man who has

Bush saves face -- for now

Opinion: Bush saves face -- for now Los Angeles Times: When President Bush stepped to the podium in front

Two men hospitalized after fight at home

YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men were treated at St. Elizabeth Health Center after a fight in the 1500 block of

NATURE Seeds satisfy several desires

Scavenging for seeds in the back yard can be a family adventure. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

MICHELLE MALINOWSKI CHAD WALKER

MICHELLE MALINOWSKI CHAD WALKER XYOUNGSTOWN -- A honeymoon in Hawaii followed the Aug. 20 wedding

PH.D.

PH.D. Received degree Maria Dannessa Delost, a professor in the Department of Health Professions

Workers drilling in Campbell hit gas line, causing evacuation

CAMPBELL -- Workers drilling holes to install guardrail adjacent to the new Walton Avenue Bridge

Local men plan 50-hour benefit for Katrina victims

NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Chad Garrett and Andy Higgins of Primetime Audio and Entertainment are planning a

Ohio

OHIO Night drawings: Mega Millions, 5-16-41-46-50 Mega Ball, 1 Pick 3, 9-0-4 Pick 4,

PERSONALIZED WEDDINGS Careful planning is key to an at-home ceremony

It's often more work than the traditional wedding, but it's more personal. WASHINGTON POST Jason

MASONIC GROUPS

FRIDAY XWestern Star 21 will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the lodge, 8387 Tod Ave., Boardman. XWilliam

TOP 10

TOP 10 Top-flight wines The top airlines for wine (in business), from Global Traveler magazine's

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A Knight Ridder Tribune FESTIVE ARRAY: Rita and John Hamner's neatly arranged Christmas items

After shock, OSU in control

When the Buckeyes settled down, they won with a 375-179 edge in yardage. By JOE SCALZO

Flashes give Liberty a scare

Champion had Liberty on the ropes until the Leopards pulled out a 16-10 win to stay unbeaten. By

WINNING NUMBERS | Sept. 10-16

OHIO Friday 9/16 Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-0-8 Pick 4, 4-6-2-5 Rolling Cash 5, 5-8-13-20-26 Mega

MEDICARE Monthly premiums will increase 13.2%

Medicare faces an increasing quagmire. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- Medicare monthly

Benefit car cruise set for boy with disorder

CANFIELD -- The seventh annual Joshua Walker Car and Motorcycle Cruise will be 2 to 7 p.m. next

NILES Rayen tops Dragons in nail-biter

Ryan Wallace's interception in the final minute sealed it for the Tigers. By JIM FLICK

Damage caused by looters is second devastation for some

A recovery effort official urged residents to use extreme caution. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS NEW

IN THE CUP Area aces

Gary Thilibin of Boardman used a 7-iron to ace the 150-yard No. 3 on Mill Creek's North Course.

Meaning varies by tradition

By JEFFREY WEISS KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS In large congregations, small groups and individual

Checks on car seats to be offered at State Farm

BOARDMAN -- Certified child passenger safety technicians will check your child's car seat at the

Lecks to observe 50th anniversary in Maui, Hawaii

XSTRUTHERS -- A vacation on the Hawaiian island of Maui has been planned by Mr. and Mrs. William

A farmers market will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 8 on the square in Kinsman. For information or

MURAL Artist continues to devote himself to patriotic work

Macri is pursuing an art degree with an eye toward teaching. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR

Putting the pigeon problem in perspective

As September winds down, I find myself using more birdseed almost every day. It's simple backyard

JANE EISNER Can trust work to rid cities of corruption

Opinion: Philadelphia's former city treasurer is sent to the slammer for 10 years. Norristown's mayor is

Lending a hand in Mississippi

The area was hit hard by 35-foot-high waves, the funeral director said. By DENISE DICK

MID-AMERICAN CONFERENCE Miami tops Kent State, 27-10, for first victory

The RedHawks' balanced offense dealt the Golden Flashes their second defeat. ASSOCIATED PRESS

LOCAL

LOCAL Olympic rifle shooting at Fish and Game Club VIENNA -- Boys and girls ages 12 to 17 are

Library presents poetry reading, book signing

POLAND -- People who have survived cancer or care about someone who has struggled with the disease

TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Francesco Coletti, 30, of 925 Youngstown Road, G-42, Niles,

SENIOR CITIZENS

AARP 4545 XBoardman South Chapter 4545, AARP, will meet at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 6 at the Holiday Inn

SOUTH AMERICA Peruvians turn on president as poverty worsens

Peru's leader is the most unpopular head of state in the Western Hemisphere. KNIGHT RIDDER

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS FORT WORTH, Texas -- Jim Hartwell's storage problems began when he

GRAEDONS | People's Pharmacy Does hand washing spread germs?

Q. I've always heard that it is essential to wash your hands after using the restroom. But I think

COLUMBIANA SEWAGE Plant renovation nears completion

Construction should be finished next month but the plant is already online. By BOB JACKSON

PENNSYLVANIA YSU urges students to cross state line

The university is working on a campaign to increase enrollment rates. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

McDonald remains unbeaten

Senior tight end Corey Grombacher scored the first two TDs of his career. By JOHN BASSETTI

AREA BOWLING SCORES

800s Bell-Wick -- Matt Roscoe (803) in Spiech Classic. Holiday -- Rich Scherich (813) in Eight-

Pentecost in Perspective conference is set

YOUNGSTOWN -- Calvary Ministries International, led by Bishop Norman L. Wagner, will present the

GARDEN FORUM Trips planned

Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, or Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, for reservations or

h Schwarzenegger says he'll seek re-election

h Schwarzenegger says he'll seek re-election SAN DIEGO -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger confirmed an

Steelers visit Texas

Steelers visit Texas The Houston Texans knew they would have to worry about Big Ben Roethlisberger

HOLISTIC HEALTH Essential wellness is found in the oil

Lavender has numerous healing benefits, a practitioner says. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

WARREN Suspect in sex assaults on 3 young girls is jailed

The victims are girls between the ages of 13 and 15. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Freshman classes are getting hooked on the literary classics.

Freshman classes are getting hooked on the literary classics. WASHINGTON POST Six years ago, a

Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has scheduled the following: Monday,

WOMEN'S MINISTRY SCHOOL

Women's ministry school NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Women of all faiths may attend the Second School of

HOW HE SEES IT Test your knowledge of the Constitution

Opinion: By JOE CRANKSHAW SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Q. Name the oldest, federal, democratic republic in

GEORGE F. WILL U.S. union movement outlasts its usefulness

Opinion: When the union's inspiration through the workers' blood shall run, There can be no power greater

FRIDAY'S HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCORES

AREA Canfield 49, Chaney 35 Rayen 19, Niles 14 St. Thomas Aquinas 31, Wilson 20 Steubenville

INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go Cades Cove: Located eight miles from Townsend, Tenn. An 11-mile, one-way

AREA

AREA 5K slated in Warren WARREN -- The first Camelot Center Half Way to St. Patty's Day

UNIVERSITY OF AKRON College announces speakers for Forum Series

Royalty, a football great and a noted journalist are among the speakers. AKRON -- Author and

Structures' restoration nears completion

WARREN -- The $500,000 exterior restoration of two historic city-owned Mahoning Avenue structures is

RAY SWANSON | Keystoner We're with you Penn State coach Paterno -- win or lose

This is coming from a guy who hopes Joe Paterno continues coaching at Penn State University for

Drug arrest at school

Drug arrest at school HUBBARD -- City police arrested a 16-year-old Hubbard High School student

Youngstown loses Chen Chi, a great artist and friend

Opinion: Youngstown loses Chen Chi, a great artist and friend EDITOR: We recently learned of the passing

MIDDLE EAST Car bomb kills at least 30 Iraqis in Shiite village

Insurgents are targeting U.S.-led forces and the Shiite majority. LOS ANGELES TIMES BAGHDAD,

Family getaway held to celebrate Trickers' jubilee

XKINSMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Brice Tricker of Kinsman were joined by their entire family as they

Oakland will hold 'Exonerated' tryouts

YOUNGSTOWN -- Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St., will hold auditions Sunday and

By DENISE COWIE

By DENISE COWIE KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS When children's author and illustrator Lynne Cherry

Memory walk raises funds for tumor center

HUBBARD -- Angels Among Us 5K and Family Fun Walk is planned from noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 2 at Harding

STEUBENVILLE Irish show solidarity after 35-0 loss

Steubenville's first team defense has not allowed a point this season. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR

VIDEO GAME REVIEWS

'BIG MUTHA TRUCKERS 2' Platforms: Xbox, PlayStation 2. Genre: Driving. Publisher: THQ. ESRB

Media Fund undertakes voting experiment

WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Last year, the Media Fund was a free-spending titan among the

RETIRED

RETIRED Ending her service Army Lt. Col. Diane L. Martino, daughter of Joseph and Betty Martino,

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey T. Gordon, 30, of 585 Early Road, Youngstown, and

FEDERAL LEAGUE Fitch blanks Massillon Perry

The Falcons enjoyed a 247-32 total yards advantage. PERRY -- During big losses the last two weeks,

GARDENING Here's to having healthy hostas

Nothing can be done once plants get a certain virus, an expert says. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

GOOD WORKS TEAM South Range grad awarded for service

Sanders worked on a summer learning program for underprivileged children. BALTIMORE, Md. -- Jim

YSU FOOTBALL Today's game

PENGUINS (2-0) vs. LIBERTY (1-1) When: 7 p.m. Where: A.L. Williams Stadium, Lynchburg, Va. Series:

As the weather gets cooler, the fishing starts to heat up

The fair is over, footballs are flying and the fishing is getting better. Mid-September's cooler

Man reports robbery in store's parking lot

YOUNGSTOWN -- A Stoneycreek Drive man told police he was robbed in the parking lot of the Park and

MAHONING COUNTY Landfill contract benefits Poland

Some of the money will aid a community center and the Little Red School House. By DENISE DICK

Today is Sunday, Sept. 18, the 261st day of 2005. There are 104 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Sunday, Sept. 18, the 261st day of 2005. There are 104 days left in the year. On this date

Ohio Reads grant

Ohio Reads grant AUSTINTOWN -- Frank Ohl Middle School has been awarded a $40,000 Ohio Reads grant

ITT INSTITUTE, YOUNGSTOWN

ITT INSTITUTE, YOUNGSTOWN The following students were recently awarded associate degrees:

Treatment of blacks concerns employees

The university president has agreed to meet with a BFSA delegation. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

Pot-growing suspect faces new charges

The suspect's preliminary hearing is Thursday. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU

VIENNA BASE Airlift wing members home from overseas

Their plane developed a brake problem, so they returned by bus. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR

BOARDMAN Veterinarian gives out free shots

Dr. Allen dispensed free rabies and distemper vaccine to some 800 animals. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

SOUTH SIDE Killer gets 26 years in 2 drug slayings

There was concern about whether a jury would impose the death penalty. By ROGER G. SMITH

SUPREME COURT Stevens, O'Connor present favorable views of nominee

Justice O'Connor said she is impressed with Roberts' scholarship and skills. WASHINGTON POST

Jolie, St. John team up

Jolie, St. John team up NEW YORK -- Angelina Jolie, the tattooed actress and U.N. goodwill

LIFE &amp; amp;WORK

LIFE & amp;WORK Fashion week k THE RECENT shows during New York Fashion Week showcased the

EXHIBIT Columbiana Rose show winners are announced

COLUMBIANA -- The 45th annual Rose Show sponsored by Columbiana Rose Society was held Sept. 10 at

A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard and Liberty:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard and Liberty: HUBBARD Sept. 9 Theft: A man

LAURA ZIROUNIS TODD SZABO

LAURA ZIROUNIS TODD SZABO XCORTLAND -- The marriage of Laura Ann Zirounis, 239 Melrose Ave.,

K-9 competition honors soldiers who gave lives

A trained dog is being donated to Alliance police in honor of a fallen soldier. By KATIE LIBECCO

h Up, up in the air

h Up, up in the air HAMILTON, N.J. -- Hot-air balloonist Eleanor Robinson of York, Pa., holds a

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;DAVIES, &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt; Evelyn M., 93, of Warren; calling

& lt;B & gt;DAVIES, & lt;/B & gt; Evelyn M., 93, of Warren; calling hours Monday

RECORD REVIEWS

'CHAOS AND CREATION IN THE BACK YARD' Paul McCartney Capitol Records sss It feels kind of

Costanzo moved to Oklahoma facility

Costanzo's law license remains suspended. BY ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --

AREA GOLF SCORES

MEN Argus (Dogwood) -- Low gross: Bill Boros, Terry Knittle 36, Dave Ross 37, Dom Lattiazio, Ross

Semi rolls over; driver hospitalized

HUBBARD -- An eastbound lane of Interstate 80 was closed Saturday night after a semi tractor-trailer

New DVD aids instructors in helping pupils

The DVD comes with a 42-page handbook of additional resources. The Stuttering Foundation is making

Today is Saturday, Sept. 17, the 260th day of 2005. There are 105 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Sept. 17, the 260th day of 2005. There are 105 days left in the year. On this

Are large crusades on their way out?

Individual relationships and small groups may be more effective. By RACHEL ZOLL AP RELIGION

Even the vultures have a place in life

Opinion: Speaking to a long-time friend, Mike Kohler, one day about my columns, I asked him what he thought

Clippers defeat Golden Eagles

United's head coach said Columbiana capitalized on his team's mistakes. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Caseofemergency (Wlkr)10.205.603.80 Irish Luck Is Me

CORE CURRICULUM What they're studying

Works studied by students in Ursinus College's Common Intellectual Experience course, which all

JEFF ORTEGA Reform issues on ballot will open ad wars

Opinion: COLUMBUS -- With four proposed initiatives that backers say would reform the state's election system

Drug-related deaths drop in Lawrence Co.

New Castle police say increased drug arrests have helped stop overdoses. By LAURE CIOFFI

Holquists mark 50th anniversary at Poland Library

NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Poland Library was the setting at 4 p.m. Sept. 11 for a dinner party in honor of

ON CAMPUS | College news and notes

Grove City Sophomores Kristin McNally (Boardman) and Erin Bennett (Poland) were involved in two

Book talks to focus on cloning and religion

GROVE CITY, Pa. -- A new organization at Grove City College will offer three book talks this fall on

Grouse requires a smart approach

The ruffed grouse population typically rises and falls on about a 10-year cycle. By SAM COOK

FOUNDATION CARE

FOUNDATION CARE Avoiding costly repairs WARNING SIGNS On the exterior: cracks in the brick or

Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County Inc. committees, 6:30 p.m., general meeting,

MELISSA BERRY ANDREW CARCHEDI

MELISSA BERRY ANDREW CARCHEDI XLOWELLVILLE -- Italy was the honeymoon destination of Andrew

After rough start, Hamby heartened

When the tight end tried to put his difficulties out of his mind, his play improved. By JOE SCALZO

Church Mouse Mission seeks monetary donations

Church Mouse Mission seeks monetary donations NEWTON FALLS -- The Church Mouse Christmas Mission,

WOMEN'S EVENTS

WOMEN'S EVENTS Wellness Wisdom and wellness are among the themes of several women's events being

Funnel keeps ants away

Dear Heloise: For those who like to feed hummingbirds but who have a problem with ants, I have found

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Joseph and Kristie Depascale, 6934 Blue Ridge, Poland, boy,

REBECCA LAPER RICK HARPSTER

REBECCA LAPER RICK HARPSTER XBIRMINGHAM, Mich. -- The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer was the

UNDERCOVER WORK Youngstown officer earns national honor

The officer worked undercover to infiltrate a motorcycle gang. YOUNGSTOWN -- Patrolman Frank

Hubbard man dies in state Rt. 11 accident

AUSTINTOWN -- A Hubbard man was killed in a one-car crash on state Route 11 in Austintown. The

Bieterman 65th anniversary is marked by family

XSTRUTHERS -- The 65th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. John Bieterman of Struthers was

Airlift wing members home from overseas

Their plane developed a brake problem, so they returned by bus. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR

KELLY KIEFER DAVID MASSARE JR.

KELLY KIEFER DAVID MASSARE JR. XPOLAND -- Kelly Cristen Kiefer, a daughter of Paul and Beatrice

AREA GOLF CALENDAR

OCTOBER 1 -- Western Star Masonic Lodge four-person scramble at Lakeside Golf Course in Lake

Grant enables residents to improve their homes

The city will implement a first-time home buyers program. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR

Princeton University professor to lecture on early Christianity

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Dr. Elaine Pagels, the Harrington Spear Paine professor of religion at

Blood Drives

Blood Drives MONDAY Austintown Township Administration Building, 82 Ohltown Road, Austintown, 2

CAL THOMAS Class-act Roberts outshines questioners

Opinion: The last place I want to be is at the dentist; until I witnessed 18 senators (21 if you count those

Grange fair will get $14,950 state grant

SHARON, Pa. -- The Mercer County Grange Fair will receive a $14,950 state grant for the installation

Chains lend strength

By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR We pray in many ways as individuals and in

Garden Forum to hold planning session

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Garden Forum of the Greater Youngstown Area will hold a president and program

ANNUAL CONVENTION Masons seat officers, present awards

Two area men were elevated to high positions in the state Masonic organization. TOLEDO -- A

Renovated church sparks hope downtown

By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A tiny, recently renovated, 110-year-

4 Youngstown store managers and owners face fraud charges

Another arrest involved pirated DVDs. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Ohio Department of Public Safety's

FUGITIVE OF WEEK Marvin Crenshaw

The FBI and the Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown are asking the public to help them find this

Hot meals are slow-cooked on the road

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Here is an idea long favored by long-haul truckers. Cook hot food with

Buckeyes' threats

Buckeyes' threats Everyone at Ohio State agreed Ted Ginn Jr. and Santonio Holmes must get the ball

Report: Program fails to deliver

A statewide teachers union wants such schools to be held accountable. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY XThe 7 p.m. program for Garden Gate will be a dried nut and bean candle ring. Dorothy

Forum Health Women &amp; amp; Infants Pavilion

Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Patrick and Renee Purton, Canfield, girl, Sept.

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;CULLINS, &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt; Ronnie Mitch Sr., 49, of Los

& lt;B & gt;CULLINS, & lt;/B & gt; Ronnie Mitch Sr., 49, of Los Angeles; calling

COURTESY China works to amend manners for Olympics

The campaign includes slogans written on village walls and televised lessons. LOS ANGELES TIMES

MORE ABOUT OILS

MORE ABOUT OILS EVENTS Workshops in Aromatherapy: Oct. 22, 29 and Nov. 1. Cost is $65 for all

hCentral vac system stores the hose in wall

hCentral vac system stores the hose in wall Hoover has eliminated one of the major annoyances of a

WEATHERSFIELD Niles 911 will send safety forces

The township made good on statements made earlier in the year. MINERAL RIDGE -- Weathersfield

COLLEGE FOOTBALL YSU seeks third win at Liberty

Two years ago, lightning delayed their game in Liberty for 83 minutes. By PETE MOLLICA

THURSDAY'S GAMES

THURSDAY'S GAMES American League Kansas City 7, Chicago White Sox 5 Oakland 6, Boston 2 N.Y.

Evacuee finds fault with government's response

The New Orleans man wants to return and repair his home. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Meeting airs bus, building issues

High school students plan a door-to-door campaign for new school buildings. By NANCY TULLIS

STANDINGS Suburban League

Boys 1. Boardman 37-0, 2. Lordstown 32-3, 3. Mooney 35-4, 4. Canfield 26-4, 5. Maplewood 32-5, 6.

Night manager of McDonald's is robbed of receipts at gunpoint

A barbershop owner was also robbed. YOUNGSTOWN -- The night manager at McDonald's restaurant at

FOOTWEAR Cowboy boots are rediscovered by style-conscious young women

Fashion devotees express personal offbeat style by wearing cowboy boots. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Police arrest area man wanted on assault charge

YOUNGSTOWN -- Members of the Violent Crimes Task Force arrested a man they identified as Carl T.

Women's bowling dinner set

YOUNGSTOWN -- The 38th annual achievement awards dinner and the Youngstown Women's Bowling

Wisconsin parks win best new rides award

Wisconsin parks win best new rides award ARLINGTON, Texas -- Two parks in Wisconsin Dells, Wis.,

A CHILDREN'S GARDEN OF CLASSIC BOOK | Top 40 of 2005 The list of 40 classic tales for children as chosen by The American Horticultural Society and the Junior Master Gardener organization:

"Brother Eagle, Sister Sky" by Susan Jeffers. "Camille and the Sunflowers" by Laurence Anholt.

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