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City district's finances hold up -- for now
The district could save $1.5 million by not filling 20 teaching vacancies. By HAROLD GWIN
Board of education adopts funds
WARREN -- The board of education has adopted $88,486,477 in appropriations for the fiscal year,
Against lawyer's advice, woman pleads guilty in death of son
The defense lawyers said the case contained major evidence problems. By ROGER G. SMITH
NOTEBOOK | Indians vs. Devil Rays
Scoreboard watching: Indians manager Eric Wedge has avoided talk of the playoff race the past month,
CITY COUNCIL Committee recommends OK'ing water contract
Aqua would build and pay for a waterline to Southington, an official said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
NEW ORLEANS DISASTER Brown blames La. VIPs
WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Michael Brown, former director of the Federal Emergency Management
Rhein's goal delivers Poland's eighth win
The Bulldogs' 1-0 win over Niles kept them unbeaten in the MAC. NILES -- Blake Rhein scored the
Associated Press
Associated Press TILLY TIME: Actress Jennifer Tilly appears in a new CBS sitcom, "Out of
TRUMBULL COUNTY Panel favors lodge on state land
The lodge would have to be busy enough to pay for itself, commissioners said. By ED RUNYAN
Mix up the menu with new flavors
Food Network chefs provide fresh ideas for snacks and meals to serve this fall. FOOD NETWORK
Underground Railroad exhibit to open Oct. 15
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County Historical Society will celebrate the grand opening of its
Parolee, 83, gets 3 to 10 for woman's knife death
The defendant already spent 20 years in prison for killing his second wife. By ROGER G. SMITH
Mayoral election: Dill will face Rich
A 5-mill tax levy failed for the third time. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
Kent Trumbull Theatre will present 'Rage'
CHAMPION -- Kent Trumbull Theatre will present a performance of Awele Makeba's groundbreaking one-
HOW HE SEES IT Price-gouging charges ignore market realities
Opinion: By BERNARD L. WEINSTEIN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Though gasoline prices have retreated from
The lower Oak Hill area on the South Side will undergo a detailed neighborhood plan courtesy of Kent State University. B2
The lower Oak Hill area on the South Side will undergo a detailed neighborhood plan courtesy of Kent
South Side man in stable condition after being shot several times in legs
YOUNGSTOWN -- A South Side man remained in stable condition Tuesday evening at St. Elizabeth Health
hUtah university stages vigil for crash victims
hUtah university stages vigil for crash victims LOGAN, Utah -- Chris Huntsaker attaches drip
NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL Weis happy Irish weren't satisfied
His team gave up over 400 passing yards in the win over Washington. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Notre
Weis happy Irish weren't satisfied
His team gave up over 400 passing yards in the win over Washington. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Notre
"Veronica Mars" (9 p.m., UPN): One of the best, but most-overlooked dramas of last season was
"Veronica Mars" (9 p.m., UPN): One of the best, but most-overlooked dramas of last season was
MAHONING COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS Agency reshuffles several top workers
A 17-year worker was named deputy director and given a hefty raise. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
HOW THEY SEE IT Water: A fundamental global health issue
Opinion: By JAN ELIASSON and SUSAN BLUMENTHAL WASHINGTON POST In the United States and Europe, people
Jake Lape places first, leads Boardman to title
Mooney won the girls crown while Lauren Agnew was the top finisher. AUSTINTOWN -- Jake Lape took
MERCER COUNTY Officials share positions regarding 2006 budget
The state will pay for a new voting system to be used for the November election. By MARY
Board approves pay raises for top administrators
Three percent was the magic number for school employees. McDONALD -- The McDonald school board has
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DEVELOPMENT Officials: Funds for Route 62 far in future
Even if OK'd, the money wouldn't come in until at least 2009. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
Former supervisors sentenced
The last defendant will be sentenced next week. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
TUESDAY'S RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY MAHONING COUNTY MEET
TUESDAY'S RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY MAHONING COUNTY MEET (At Austintown Township Park) Boys scoring:
OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS
COLUMBUS -- Here are the second weekly football computer ratings from the Ohio High School Athletic
Turnovers a concern for Penn State coach
The Nittany Lions have lost 13 this season, tied for most in I-A football. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP)
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: Sept. 21 Theft: An employee at Dillard's in
Court of Appeals project under budget
Eliminating floor mats and reducing signage are partly responsible. YOUNGSTOWN -- The $3.8 million
Savings expected with new health plan
Howland school employees had $2.8 million in health claims this past year. By TIM YOVICH
MAYOR
MAYOR John E. Dill*, 1,079 votes Juanita Rich, 567 Robert P. Yankle, 463 Tony Fontes (write-in),
Captain: Fire was set on E. Ravenwood Ave.
Captain: Fire was set on E. Ravenwood Ave. YOUNGSTOWN -- A fire at 266 E. Ravenwood Ave. about
NFL MONDAY NIGHT Broncos dismantle Chiefs in 30-10 win
Kansas City didn't help itself with 118 yards in penalties. DENVER (AP) -- Rod Smith, Mike
"I'm glad it was an exercise in futility and nothing happened. Now, it's back to work."
Opinion: "I'm glad it was an exercise in futility and nothing happened. Now, it's back to work." Ed Bajorek
NATION '04 election scores high for accuracy, study says
Punch-card balloting fared the worst, the report said. SCRIPPS HOWARD WASHINGTON -- The 2004
PREP VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP Tuesday's other matches
Mooney 25-27-25-25, Warren Harding 5-29-17-16 YOUNGSTOWN -- Victoria Kocanjer had 27 points, 11
Abu Ghraib prosecutions end low on chain of command
Editorial: The Abu Ghraib prison scandal was an international black eye for the United States. Brig. Gen. Mark
Ohio to replace Super Lotto Plus
CLEVELAND -- The Ohio super lottery will soon be no more, replaced by the Ohio Lottery's newest
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton Board of Education special meeting, 6:30 p.m., elementary school
KATRINA | How to help
KATRINA | How to help Local agencies providing help to Hurricane Katrina victims: Mercer, Pa.:
Keep on checkin'
Opinion: The Martins Ferry Times-Leader: The American Civil Liberties Union is, apparently, made up of an
NASCAR Johnson drives to the top of the standings
Jimmie Johnson shows that he is no longer an also-ran on the Nextel Cup circuit. WINSTON-SALEM
2010 officials, KSU, will meet to find ways to revitalize area
The public will be able to offer comments at a meeting Saturday. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL
Senate steroids hearing is today
Proposed bills on drug testing and punishment will be discussed. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Career home
Mahoning CO. jail
MAHONING CO. JAIL Inmate abuse case Eight former employees of the Mahoning County Sheriff's
Who is looking out for we the people? Not politicians
Opinion: Who is looking out for we the people? Not politicians EDITOR: "We the people of the United
Father, son to face charges after two accidents
CANFIELD -- An East Palestine father and son were arrested after their car wrecked twice in the
From hive to home
Local beekeepers are working hard to produce pure, flavorful honey. By ROBERT L. KURTZ
COUNTRY MUSIC Vince Gill: regular guy and golfer
He's recording his next album and is on tour. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Vince
SPORTS
SPORTS Indians' rally comes up short kTHE PLAYOFF-CHASING Cleveland Indians rallied from a 5-1
Outdated cosmetics should be discarded
Changes in color, consistency and smell indicate the end of the cosmetics life. SCRIPPS HOWARD
TRUDY RUBIN Shanghai represents China's future
Opinion: SHANGHAI, China -- Huaihai Street is the fashion-conscious heart of China's New York City, where one
MONDAY'S GAMES
MONDAY'S GAMES American League Toronto at Boston, ppd., rain N.Y. Yankees 11, Baltimore 3
Police, other officials find 30 truant pupils in 2 days
YOUNGSTOWN -- A two-day truancy sweep looking for school-age children out on the streets during
No. 66 Lemieux, at age 40, plays like he is 18
Mario Lemieux was on his home turf for the first time in nearly two years. PITTSBURGH (AP -- The
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Committee approves final plan for better 911 service countywide
Also included would be an easier way to track cell phone users in need. By D.A. WILKINSON
FOOD NOTES
FOOD NETWORK KITCHENS Cutting board tip: A knife cannot be handled safely without a stable surface
New money will bring deputies back
The county treasurer made short-term investments, hoping to bring in revenue. By ED RUNYAN
Three youth football coaches are banned for life in New Castle
NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) -- Three Pop Warner coaches were banned for life from a youth football league
Man sentenced in repairs case
Todd Verk took $25,000 from people, but never finished work he promised. MERCER, Pa. -- A
NFL Jets bring back Testaverde as backup to third-stringer
Brooks Bollinger gets the start after the top two quarterbacks went down. HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. (AP) --
New Wednesday feature: Tasty Tidbits
Dear Readers: At last, we have finished sorting through stacks of readers' responses about the title
PECAN AND HONEY BARS
PECAN AND HONEY BARS 2 cups flour Pinch of salt 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup butter diced 1 egg
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st-Cautious Mike (Walker)8.003.002.60 Blackpool (Murphy)2.402.40
Official: Calex Corp. to go out of business
CAMPBELL -- Calex Corp., the largest private-sector company in this financially strapped city, is
Bay's bat launches team over Cubs, 5-3
The win also makes it more likely Greg Maddux will finish with a losing record. CHICAGO (AP) --
Tribe falters in ninth, foiled by double play
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CLEVELAND -- Just before the top of the seventh inning of
Hubbard avenges earlier defeat to Lakeview
The Eagles defeated their TAC rival in three games. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
St. Elizabeth Health Center
St. Elizabeth Health Center Janice and Jamie Rudzik, Youngstown, girl, Sept. 26. Jennifer and
Limongi: YSU must forget
The lineman said the Penguins' loss to Pitt is history. The Gateway season is about to commence.
Perry trustees name representative to board
SALEM -- The Perry Township trustees have named their representative to the new Quaker Community