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A stop on the Underground Railroad

Van Nelson and his goddaughter, Shanyla Bundy, 1, both of Warren, admire a new marker that honors


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Thundering Herd makes history

They call themselves The Thundering Herd, and for the past 30 years they have distinguished


Evacuating the elderly poses set of challenges

Though nursing homes are required to have plans, effectiveness is not known. LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY


Wax museum pays tribute to Earnhardt

Wax museum pays tribute to Earnhardt LAS VEGAS -- A tribute to NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt has


BIRTHS

BIRTHS Forum Health Women & amp; Children Pavilion Jeremy and Tali Williams, Girard, girl,


BOB DYLAN Movie shows legend's evolution

Dylan changes constantly. He surprises and mystifies. By CHARLIE McCOLLUM SAN JOSE MERCURY NEWS


TODAY

TODAY 8 a.m. (21) (3) (11) Golf: Presidents Cup. 8 a.m. (GC) Golf: Seve Trophy. 8 a.m. (WBBW-


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday, Sept 25th. ST. LOUIS61/2Tennessee PHILADELPHIA81/2Oakland


Monitor Internet activities

Q. My husband and I have allowed our 14-year-old daughter and 11-year-old son to e-mail and instant


Liberty defeats LaBrae; West Branch loses

LIBERTY -- Chelsea O'Donnel had 25 points and 15 kills Thursday to lead the Liberty High volleyball


HEALTH When you need to get in shape, just remember to do it right

Fitness by the numbers seems so simple. By EUGENIE JONES SCRIPPS HOWARD New things have a way


New bills would help soldiers

HARRISBURG -- Tax credits for employers and tuition reimbursement for nurses are among new benefits


LIBRARY SCHEDULES FOR OCTOBER

YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS "Spooky, Scary, Shrieky, Creepy Halloween


Some pet owners prefer a religious rite of passage

The American Academy of Religion has formed a group to focus on issues relating to animals.


hEmergency kit has supplies for 4 people

hEmergency kit has supplies for 4 people A new ready-made emergency kit is making it easier to be


Associated Press

Associated Press TAKING A STAND: Dressed in costumes or wearing signs accusing the International


SENIOR CITIZENS

BETHEL ELDERBERRIES XBethel Elderberries will meet for lunch at noon Thursday at Bethel Lutheran


HOW HE SEES IT Lessons to be learned from Florida

Opinion: By BRUCE BABBITT WASHINGTON POST Disasters such as the one that hit New Orleans are usually


Vindicator file photo

Opinion: Vindicator file photo SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO: Company H, 145th Infantry, Youngstown's machine gun


FLORIDA Alligator proves no match for secretary

By SUSAN COCKING KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- Janet Kunde was enjoying herself at a fund-


Violinist plans shows in area

YOUNGSTOWN -- Violinist Ariana Kim will perform for the public during her upcoming visit to the


CAL THOMAS Some Democrats are trying to get back in the game

Opinion: Fifteen Democratic members of the House of Representatives have produced a document and a strategy


NOTICE Attention coaches

The Vindicator will publish statistics in Thursday's edition. Coaches and statisticians can fax the


Board to mull killer's case

The board will make a recommendation to Taft, who will decide Williams' fate. By JEFF ORTEGA


AREA BOWLING SCORES

700s Bell-Wick -- Ken English (727) & amp; Matt Mariano (711) in Spiech Classic. Boardman --


Man stabbed several times is hospitalized

YOUNGSTOWN -- Lewis Wesley, 33, of Olive Street, Warren, was hospitalized Friday evening at St.


PENNSYLVANIA Gargano spearheads Kennedy's 35-21 win

The Golden Eagles have defeated three straight Class A opponents. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR


Fall Fish Sale will be Oct. 20

CANFIELD -- The Mahoning County Soil and Water Conservation District is sponsoring its semiannual


Thousands predicted at D.C. anti-war protest

Thousands predicted at D.C. anti-war protest WASHINGTON -- A memorial to Army Sgt. Michael


GRAEDONS | People's Pharmacy Baby wipes can help ease hemorrhoids

Q. From my first pregnancy until about 10 years ago, I had two or three very painful attacks of


McGlynn basking in media spotlight

The Fitch graduate got a lot of area publicity because of his role with the Pitt team. By JOE


Guard's work rewarding

Members were awed by the positive attitudes of the affected residents. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


Rapper Foxy Brown to undergo surgery

Rapper Foxy Brown to undergo surgery NEW YORK -- Foxy Brown, who is facing legal problems in an


AP file photo/June 27

AP file photo/June 27 FROG CONTROL: Brian Caleda, left, and Daniel Tsukayama, field technicians


Dutton leads Girard's 27-0 rout over Brookfield

GIRARD -- Brad Dutton rushed for 226 yards on 27 carries, which included touchdown runs of 22, 1 and


Experience shows price caps help no one, hurt everyone

Opinion: Experience shows price caps help no one, hurt everyone EDITOR: Many centuries ago, King Canute


Filers try to beat laws

The new regulations affect Chapter 7, mostly. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN


Leetonia rallies to defeat United, 24-14

The Bears trailed the Golden Eagles 14-7 at halftime. LEETONIA -- The Leetonia High football team


Spiritual daughters plan to honor Rev. Simon

The Rev. Simon suggested licensing a woman as a pastor in 1956. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR


Angela Barwick to be bride of John Messenger

XYOUNGSTOWN -- David and Gloria Barwick, 3137 Oran Drive, and Atty. James and Barbara Messenger,


Dishing up great food in wake of Katrina

Dishing up great food in wake of Katrina NEW ORLEANS -- Paul Prudhomme knows all about comfort


& lt;B & gt;BAGLIER-BARRETT, & lt;/B & gt;Wendy Lee, 50, of Macomb,

& lt;B & gt;BAGLIER-BARRETT, & lt;/B & gt;Wendy Lee, 50, of Macomb, Mich.; Wujek-


Breast cancer diagnoses level off; death rate continues to decline

CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- The number of women diagnosed with breast cancer -- a number that has


PA. SLOTS Waiting in Beaver, Lawrence

Both developers are working on their applications for a license to have slot machines. By LAURE


PRESCRIPTIONS Drug plan choices to abound

Enrollment starts Nov. 15, and coverage begins Jan. 1. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- The 42


HELOISE Fido will enjoy animal-friendly office

Dear Readers: Last June 24 was "Take Your Dog to Work Day." Next year it's June 23, but you don't


"Catch Me If You Can" (8 p.m., ABC): Based on the unlikely but true story of a young man who posed

"Catch Me If You Can" (8 p.m., ABC): Based on the unlikely but true story of a young man who posed


IRAQ Judge reissues arrest warrants for British soldiers who escaped

He said he charged the two with homicide. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS BAGHDAD, Iraq -- An Iraqi


In New Orleans, it's water again

Some buildings that might have been salvageable before aren't now. WASHINGTON POST NEW ORLEANS


MERCHANT FEES Banks gain increasing profits from fuel sales

Creditors charge gas stations about 2.5 percent of total sales paid with cards. WASHINGTON POST


Organizers hope to sway public opinion against the war in Iraq.

Organizers hope to sway public opinion against the war in Iraq. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


WANT MORE?

WANT MORE? Bristow may be reached at (330) 770-2527. She will be giving a workshop at The Yoga


STAMBAUGH STADIUM Strong start keys Chaney to win

The Cowboys scored all 22 points in the first half and held on for a 22-6 win. By BOB ROTH


Fitch optimistic despite 28-7 loss

The Falcons avoided a shutout with a touchdown in the fourth quarter. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR


Today is Saturday, Sept. 24, the 267th day of 2005. There are 98 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Sept. 24, the 267th day of 2005. There are 98 days left in the year. On this


YSU

YSU Men's basketball YOUNGSTOWN -- Former Poland High standout Chad Fender has left the team.


Giant pumpkins will be weighed at 11th annual event in Canfield

CANFIELD -- The Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers 11th annual weigh-off will be from 10 a.m. to 1


Blood Drives

Blood Drives TODAY Borders Books & amp; Music, 2102 Niles Cortland Road, Howland, 11 a.m.


Lessons in history: Renovation reveals 1900s-era chalkboards

The $9.4 million project is expected to be completed in August 2006. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


MILITARY Strickland accepts academy applications

The deadline for returning applications is Nov. 1. LISBON -- U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland of Lisbon,


Union objects to changes in contract

The union said the package terms aren't the same as found in their tentative agreement. By HAROLD


NATIONAL MERIT 16 seniors from region to compete

YOUNGSTOWN -- Sixteen high school seniors from the Mahoning and Shenango valleys-area have been


Katrina and the Fed

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: The Federal Reserve responded to Hurricane Katrina on Tuesday by ignoring it.


FOOTBALL Penguins' opponent is toughest

Pitt might be the best team YSU has ever played on the gridiron. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


Treasurer-elect to stay on course

The treasurer wants a smooth transition. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN


AFTERNOON FOOTBALL Canfield Cardinals go to 5-0

The score was 33-0 against Marcus Whitman, a Class C team from New York State. CANFIELD -- The


SAFETY ISSUE Crackdown sought on ATV riders

This is not the first time council has discussed the ATV issue. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


REV. SIMON Spiritual daughters

The Rev. Lonnie K.A. Simon's 12 spiritual daughters are: The Rev. Elizabeth Powell, 103, ordained


GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY XJudy Bartholomy and Anna Scheiderer will be hostesses when Wildwood meets at noon. John


THURSDAY'S GAMES

THURSDAY'S GAMES American League N.Y. Yankees 7, Baltimore 6 Toronto 7, Seattle 5 Minnesota


Justice's pace irks father of girl, 12

The child may undergo 'Christopher Reeve surgery' to remove her from a respirator. By TIM YOVICH


AUSTINTOWN Suspect arrested in pistol attack

The victim said he shot at her foot but missed. AUSTINTOWN -- A man accused of shooting at and


COLON CANCER Doctors urge people to get screenings

Early detection is key in treating the cancer. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE Dr. Wallace Sampson was


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Indictments A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people: James M.


ON CAMPUS College news and notes

WESTMINSTER Freshman Aaron Titus (Badger) had the second-fastest time for the men's cross country


CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES West Virginia locks up prison-state title

Martha Stewart was confined to one of West Virginia's prisons. SCRIPPS HOWARD Wild, wonderful


Area Masons honored at council convention

Highest Masonic degrees are bestowed on four area Masons. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- The 33rd Degree,


Date announced for Elosh-Bader wedding in chapel

XCOLUMBIANA -- Jennifer Elosh and Christopher Bader, both of Columbiana, are announcing their


ENVIRONMENT Scientists use butterflies to help study environment

Entering all the data is one hurdle in creating the system. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR They


PENNSYLVANIA Program helps children who face weight issues

Insurance isn't required to participate in the program. NEW CASTLE -- Children struggling with


Officials hope for help raising operating funds

A public meeting to save the center will be at 7 p.m. Monday. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


AREA COLLEGES Westminster falls late to Thomas More, 17-3

Grove City beat Muhlenberg to snap an eight-game losing streak. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORTS NEW


HARDING Raiders bouncedby No. 1

Cleveland Glenville beat Harding, 34-0. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT WARREN --


NOTEBOOK YSU vs. Pitt

Bad day: Sophomore quarterback Tom Zetts had his first really bad day as a YSU starter. Not only did


FDA commissioner calls it quits 2 months after confirmation

Controversies have shaken the agency's credibility and morale. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


Officer kills sick fox

YOUNGSTOWN -- A city police patrol officer had to kill a fox early Saturday that appeared to be


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York9063.588--z-9-1W-552-2738-


HOW HE SEES IT Bush abandons small government goal

Opinion: By DAVID NICKLAUS ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH President Bush didn't mention any dollar amounts when


Former members to march with band at halftime show

The last time this was done, about 40 alumni band members took part. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


JACK WOLLITZ Stop and think what the fish would be saying

Creatures who live in worlds other than ours communicate in ways that may seem incomprehensible to


SLIPPERY ROCK AmeriCorps Program gets grant

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Slippery Rock University's AmeriCorps Program received a $334,800 state grant


Sharon Tigers maul Mercer, 27-0

The winning coach said his team has a lot to learn and a long way to go. By BILL ALBRIGHT


MERCER COUNTY Union raise not extended to nonunion employees

Commissioners agreed to increase the mileage reimbursement rate by 3 cents. MERCER, Pa. -- Some


TARA BAUN SEAN CLARK

TARA BAUN SEAN CLARK XAUSTINTOWN -- The Rev. Stephen Popovich presided at a 2 p.m. ceremony as


Probe to decide motel's future

A representative of the motel owner says the problems are a thing of the past. By JOHN W. GOODWIN


Westminster elects homecoming queen

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Tiffany Smith of Neshannock Township, Lawrence County, was elected homecoming


Covering costs of drug plan

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Q. This summer I received a letter from Social Security that says I might


Saving on utility bills to cost up front

The university hopes to have the new system in place by next summer. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown


TOP 10

TOP 10 Keeping away The "top [private] beaches and beachfront hideaways," from Hideaways.com:


Officials: Collections from wages fall behind

When hard times come, we'll be in trouble, the treasurer warns. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


A lifetime of service to be recognized

A lifetime of service to be recognized k THE REV. Lonnie Simon, pastor emeritus of New Bethel


PREP FOOTBALL Mooney rolls past Canton Central 42-14

The unbeaten Cardinals scored a touchdown in every quarter. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR


Early lead propels Springfield victory

The Tigers scored 10 quick points in the 16-6 victory over Western Reserve. NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The


& lt;B & gt;BOWLING, & lt;/B & gt; James A., 51, of Warren; calling

& lt;B & gt;BOWLING, & lt;/B & gt; James A., 51, of Warren; calling hours Tuesday


PREP VOLLEYBALL Lakeview captures Blue-White crown in sweep of Perry

Poland beat Ashtabula Edgewood for third place in the tournament. CORTLAND -- Michelle Antonelli


Junior Achievement recognizes 2 directors

GIRARD -- Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley Inc. is recognizing two members on its board of


More natural gas wells expected in Valley

Cities and townships no longer have authority over gas well permits. By JEANNE STARMACK


DUI suspect is arrested in crash death

The suspect yelled and swore at police and hospital staff. YOUNGSTOWN -- Edwin Moran Jr. was


Shutout sign of superior division

Youngstown State had just 152 total yards. Pitt had 528. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY'S SCORES EAST Alfred 23, Springfield 22, OT Amherst 28, Hamilton 3 Bloomsburg 27,


GEORGIE ANNE GEYER China's star rising as a world power

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- The White House and the State Department, curiously, recently sent letters to the


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Youngstown Class B League -- has openings for teams in the 18-younger and 16-younger


Chalking it up to advancements

Some districts are using PTA funds to buy the new tools. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Twenty-


SOCCER Gonzalez helps key Ursuline past Fitch

Kelli Willis scored twice for Mooney in a matchup of state-ranked teams. AUSTINTOWN -- Lucas


Pope should not ignore the crisis in U.S. church

Editorial: News stories about a document to be released by the Vatican in the next several weeks indicate that


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT A story in Friday's editions said a woman asked Trumbull County commissioners to


Profit margins favor refiners

Truckers, pipeline operators and gas stations gain far less than producers. WASHINGTON POST


'Life is Christ' to be theme of ministry convocation

Registration will cost more if made after Friday. KENT -- "Life is Christ" will be the theme of


West Branch loses second game, 48-25

CANAL FULTON -- Scott Weber gained 147 yards on 21 carries, which included touchdown runs of 53, 2


O's bid adieu to Palmeiro

O's bid adieu to Palmeiro Rafael Palmeiro's tumultuous season came to an end Friday when the


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Blue Rock T (Green)59.4021.0012.00 Dix's Jet(T Hall)5.204.20


VETERANS

VETERANS AMVETS elect Brown John P. Brown III, known as JP, of Boardman was elected AMVETS


MENSWEAR Dressing up is fashionable again

The return to elegance is on the rise as men adopt dapper duds. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE


BOYS SOCCER Mooney's reserve beats Bay, 1-0

Freshman Hector Hernandez scored the game's only goal. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


CARA JAMIESON MARCO PECCHIA

CARA JAMIESON MARCO PECCHIA XYOUNGSTOWN -- Marco Pecchia of Boardman and his bride, the former


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Big Bad Buford(Conger)4.203.202.10 Over Like A Fox(J


Loghurst prepares for Civil War event

CANFIELD -- Loghurst, celebrating its 200th year in the Valley, will have its annual Civil War


Hydrants to be flushed

Hydrants to be flushed The Trumbull County sanitary engineer's office will flush fire hydrants in


CITY DESIGN 2010 plan to receive statewide award

The creators of the 2010 plan are also seeking national recognition. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL


GARDEN FORUM Trips planned

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


NEW CASTLE Youngstown man sought in July 30 shooting death

One man died and two were injured in the July 30 shootout. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City police are


Getting better grades

Getting better grades POLAND -- Dr. Steven D. Robbins, internal medicine physician, will discuss


SCOTT SHALAWAY Flash of orange is likely a jumping mouse

If seeing is believing, this column could be a hard sell. Jumping mice are one of those common but


Niles trucker hurt in crash

LAKE MILTON -- A Niles man was in stable condition Saturday night after his tractor-trailer crashed


Around Ohio \ Prep football news and notes

Big win: It was the biggest win in over a decade for Lima Central Catholic but it had to be a little


MiniPage Teacher's Guide

MiniPage Teacher's Guide MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards.


NOTEBOOK | Ohio State vs. Iowa

Series: The Buckeyes lead the series, 43-14-3, with 27 of those wins coming in Columbus. Mahoning


Rundown of activities in October at Mill Creek MetroParks' facilities.

Rundown of activities in October at Mill Creek MetroParks' facilities. Saturday: 2-4 p.m. Autumn


Board to sponsor local rabies clinics

The Mahoning County District Board of Health is sponsoring rabies vaccination clinics for dogs,


CARDIOLOGY Surgeons continue search for better artificial hearts

CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Earlier this summer Robert Imhausen won one horseshoe tournament and


MAC Salem, Niles easily crush competition

STRUTHERS -- J.J. Johnson rushed for 206 yards and scored three touchdowns Friday as the Salem High


FRIDAY

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


COLLEGE FOOTBALL 10-player area flavor on Mercyhurst team

Jim Kokrak, Simon Arias and Dan Schuler have been standouts for the Lakers. By JOHN KOVACH


fugitive of the week

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Christopher Aczel The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is


WINNING NUMBERS | Sept. 17-23

OHIO Friday 9/23 Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-4-2 Pick 4, 0-5-2-7 Rolling Cash 5, 9-23-34-35-38 Mega


CITY OF WARREN

CITY OF WARREN Income tax collections 2002: $18,717,334 2003: $19,304,571 2004: $18,824,458


'HAVE A NICE DAY'

'HAVE A NICE DAY' Bon Jovi Island/Def Jam sss Wanna play a fun drinking game? Put a bunch of


Markovicz-Canacci wedding planned for early autumn

XThe engagement of Julie Markovicz and Anthony Canacci, both of 94 Terrace Drive, Boardman, is being


Workshop for clergy

Workshop for clergy WARREN -- The Trumbull County Domestic Violence Task Force is hosting a


INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE Rams triumph over Rockets with strong running game

Lowellville's coach blamed his team's deficient defense in the first-half for the loss. By CHUCK


Mayor fears loss of trash station

Driving city garbage trucks to a Poland landfill would be costly, the mayor says. By PETER H.


HURRICANE RITA Storm inflicts early cruelty

A bus evacuating nursing home residents caught fire on a jammed highway. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


AREA GOLF CALENDAR

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


Valley youth leadership group receives grant from foundation

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youth Leadership Mahoning Valley has received a $10,000 grant from the First Place


MEN'S SOCCER

MEN'S SOCCER Wabash (Ind.) 2, Hiram 1 -- Sophomore Mario Reyes scored Hiram's (3-5, 0-1 NCAC) lone


Church's building permit denied

The pastor said the church won't appeal the decision. AUSTINTOWN -- The township zoning board of


Valley woman finds value in ancient Chinese art

Creating an environment of free-flowing positive energy is the goal. By L. CROW VINDICATOR


GETTING THERE

GETTING THERE The National Road, or U.S. 40, extends from the Inner Harbor in downtown Baltimore


State bar association seeks essays for Law Day

COLUMBUS -- The Ohio State Bar Association is calling for entries from pupils in grades seven


WASHINGTON Senate bill would allow collection, records of suspects' DNA samples

WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Suspects arrested or detained by federal authorities could be forced


IN THE CUP Area holes in one

Fredrick Gault of McDonald aced the No. 13 hole at Tamer Win Golf Course in Cortland. He used a


TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE Columbiana has 5-0 record after Clippers defeat Tigers

The Clippers are ranked ninth is this week's poll of Ohio's Division VI teams. By JOHN BUTERA


Range remains unbeaten

Tailback Matt Schlatter scored three times and gained 151 yards. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR


Here are key provisions of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005, effective Oct. 17:

Here are key provisions of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005,


Summer dresses can survive transition

As we make our way into fall, what do we do with all the summer dresses we loved so much in the


Palmeiro commits worst sin

I am reminded of one of the great signs in sports history, from a fan in the old Buffalo Arena who


Fall wedding set by Heather Webb, Emery MacDonald

XSTRUTHERS -- Announced by John and Brenda Webb, 17 Stewart St., is the engagement of their


A wide variety of exterior lighting fixtures makes it easy to match your home.

A wide variety of exterior lighting fixtures makes it easy to match your home. SCRIPPS HOWARD


3 tourists killed in helicopter crash

3 tourists killed in helicopter crash HAENA, Hawaii -- A tour helicopter crashed into the ocean


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY'S SCORES FOOTBALL AREA Chaney 22, East Cleveland Shaw 6 Mooney 42, Canton Central


The agencies each got a $2,000 grant to provide training services.

The agencies each got a $2,000 grant to provide training services. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


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

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


AROUND THE HORN | Friday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 3, Twins 1 CHICAGO -- Jose Contreras pitched a six-hitter for his


SCOUTS

SCOUTS Eagle Scout honors Michael Anthony Makara, 16, a son of Ray and Trish Makara, Garwood


SPACE How to define planet stumps astronomers

Scientists believe they have discovered a true planet beyond Pluto. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE If


Liberty topples Hubbard

With a final score of 42-14, the Leopards finally reached an elusive goal. By JOE SCALZO


Alumni inducted into Hall of Fame

The association is financed annually by donations and membership dues. NILES -- Seven men will be


More NFL inside

More NFL inside *When Peyton Manning scans the Cleveland Browns' defense, he sees the New England


PROGRAM Honoring a trailblazer

Who: The Rev. Lonnie K.A. Simon, pastor emeritus of New Bethel Baptist Church. What: Humanitarian


Trustee: Battle over plan to linger

Perry Township isn't in a hurry to name members to a new fire district. By D.A. WILKINSON


MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:

MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:


OSU's dominating victory was nowhere near perfect

The lopsided score overshadowed a couple key mistakes by Ohio State. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR


RECYCLING COLLECTION TARGETS ALUMINUM, PAPER

Recycling collection targets aluminum, paper NEW WATERFORD -- A paper and aluminum recycling


Beware of crime's spread in rural area, judge warns

Testimony showed the victim was beaten to death for $20. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM


WAR IN IRAQ Bomber kills 7 near bus depot

Three U.S. soldiers were killed, two by bombs and one by small-arms fire. WASHINGTON POST


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go Balloon museum: 9201 Balloon Museum Drive NE, Albuquerque, N.M.;


Redmen record second victory of last 2 years

Rayen defeated Lima Senior, 27-7. CAMPBELL -- The Wilson High football team took advantage of four


LOOK MA, NO HANDS: Steve Ley of Youngstown showed off his ability during the parade. Fund-raising

LOOK MA, NO HANDS: Steve Ley of Youngstown showed off his ability during the parade. Fund-raising


As college begins, what do you do with spare room?

There are an estimated 1.2 million empty beds in the childhood homes of college freshmen.


POLAND POLITICS Twins hope to win prime minister, presidential races

The brothers gained public attention at age 12 when they co-starred in a movie. WASHINGTON POST


YSU Today's game

PENGUINS (3-0) vs. PITT (0-3) When: 2 p.m. Where: Heinz Field, Pittsburgh. Series: First meeting.


Soft drinks are the top source of sugar in Americans' diets.

Soft drinks are the top source of sugar in Americans' diets. By ROSIE MESTEL LOS ANGELES TIMES


BIG TEN Ohio State gets physical

Sophomore Antonio Pittman had a career-high 175 yards in a 31-6 victory over Iowa. By TOM WILLIAMS


WHAT'S DOING?

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


TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket City of Girard vs. Leatherworks Partnership, notice of appeal. State


ASTRONOMY Scientists try to determine exact distance to the moon

SCRIPPS HOWARD Scientists at New Mexico's Apache Point Observatory swear they're not being


Controller issues paycheck for beleagured treasurer

Two commissioners refused to sign the treasurer's paycheck By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


All square

All square The teams are tied at 11 points each heading into the final day of the Presidents


Rape suspect bound over to grand jury

WARREN -- The case of a 32-year-old man charged with sexually assaulting three teenage girls has


Pastor to celebrate 50th year of priesthood at St. Michael's

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Very Rev. Protopresbyter George Hutnyan, pastor of St. Michael Orthodox Church,


JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Kubik leads at QB for Louisiana Tech

RUSTON, La. -- Senior quarterback Matt Kubik will try to regroup the Louisiana Tech football team


HOW HE SEES IT College textbook prices are unfair

Opinion: By DAVID ZHOU CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- As I begin my college classes this


dinner dance

DINNER DANCE The Vindicator NIGHT OUT: Youngstown Warren Black Nurses Association will hold "An


Irish regroup to defeat Knights in overtime

Ryan Curry's 10-yard touchdown run was the clincher in the 20-14 win. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


PET BLESSINGS Local churches

The traditional blessing of animals celebrates the life of St. Francis of Assisi, whose feast day is


TRUMBULL COUNTY Judge will remove himself from civil case

The judge didn't give a specific reason for his action. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


WRITERS Religion columns

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


Poland shuts out Howland

The Bulldogs defense blanked the Tigers and scored a touchdown in a 14-0 win. By JIM FLICK


THE KOVELS \ Antiques and collecting Old furniture more valuable in child sizes

Children's furniture that looks just like larger adult pieces is getting attention at furniture


Elementary pupils say farewell to buildings

Pupils will be together next fall in a new central school. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


AREA GOLF SCORES

MEN CWV (Olde Dutch Mill) -- Low gross: Steve Berdis Jr, George Bisker, Darryl Ferko 39, Jim Hawn,


Diligence is paying off, says administrator

City tax sleuths cross-check city, state and employer records. WARREN -- The city has been working


Hill View sells for $190K at auction

The new owner plans to develop the former county nursing home site. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


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LOCAL Doc's Open House BAZETTA -- Doc's Open House and Fall Outdoor Days will be from 9 a.m. to


Fun helps 'Bail Out the Bayou'

City workers wanted to have fun downtown and help Katrina victims. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR