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Postgame thoughts - Ohio State 42, Michigan 39

On my way to Ohio State's postgame press conference, I overhead one reporter for a national


OSU 35, Michigan 24 (end of 3rd)

Mistakes will get a team beat almost every time, and the Buckeyes are trying prove that tonight,


OSU 28, Michigan 14 (Halftime)

Memo to Heisman Trophy engraver: T-R-O-Y. S-M-I-T-H. If the Buckeyes' quarterback didn't have the


OSU7, Michigan 7 (end of 1st)

Michigan's Warren connection is certainly making its mark early. Mario Manningham has three catches


Burned body found

YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Coroner’s Office and city police were attempting


Ohio State-Michigan (pregame)

I am sitting in the press box, 3 hours before kickoff, and thinking about the death of the one of


All isn't quiet in the House

Editorial: Neither party particularly distinguished itself in its post-election leadership selections in the


Black actors lend talents to 'The Bible Experience'

Included in the production are Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett and Blair Underwood. GRAND


Ohio's Boehner chosen to lead the Republicans

He defeated an Indiana lawmaker on a secret ballot. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Cast into the minority by


Clippers fall short in final minute

Columbiana finished 10-3 and Mogadore is headed to the state's final four. By JOHN BASSETTI


Pilots want court to deny request for cuts

Comair is a subsidiary of Delta Air Lines Inc. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Comair pilots asked a U.S.


Bristol man's death is ruled homicide

Bristol man's death is ruled homicide WARREN -- The Trumbull County Coroner's office has ruled the


Q. Vulnerable, as South you hold:

Q. Vulnerable, as South you hold: 9 5 K 9 8 5 2 K J 6 J 6 2 Partner opens the bidding with


Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,


HOCKEY Richards sparkles, 'Hounds roar, 8-5

The former Buckeye had two goals and three assists in the win over Tulsa. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU


YSU

YSU Selection Show gathering moved YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown State football team's NCAA


FRIDAY'S RESULTS

FRIDAY'S RESULTS AREA SCORES DIVISION I Can. McKinley 49, Tol. Whitmer 7 Cin. Colerain 24,


Droughns' status to be decided before game, but Bodden is out

BEREA (AP) -- Cleveland Browns running back Reuben Droughns will be a game-time decision and


NOV. 17, 2006

Nov. 17, 2006 Football: YSU's NCAA Selection Show Gathering Moved to Kilcawley Center


LSU cruises by Nicholls State

Alabama turns back Middle Tennesse 72-61; Texas A & amp;M triumphs 94-60. ASSOCIATED PRESS


FRIDAY'S FOOTBALL SCORES

FRIDAY'S FOOTBALL SCORES Kent St. 14, E. Michigan 6 N. Illinois 31, Cent. Michigan 10


Reba becomes a 'Giant'

Several celebrities turned out to honor the multifaceted star. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- She's had a lot


Bowl-eligible Kent edges E. Michigan

The Golden Flashes ended a three-game slide with a 14-6 win. ASSOCIATED PRESS KENT -- Eugene


2 Dem panels give opinions on successor for Marc Dann

The caucus will fill the two vacancies Nov. 28. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER


Truth in Action drama

Truth in Action drama YOUNGSTOWN -- A special presentation by the Truth in Action drama team of


Teen involved in shooting gets 11-year prison sentence

YOUNGSTOWN -- An 18-year-old man has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after pleading guilty to


5 grant requests OK'd

STRUTHERS -- The Struthers School Foundation for Educational Excellence has approved five grant


More HAPPY FEET

MORE HAPPY FEET The Vindicator/Kristina M. Barker Dancing their Friday night away A dance


Judge orders new sentencing in officer's death

The judge said the different sentences conflicted. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A man given the death penalty


Schools will initiate new reading program

Mayor Ralph A. Infante says Niles is in good shape financially. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


thistledown results

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 2nd--Wazzup Bonnie (Luna)14.608.406.00 Tambos Sword Dance


Afterschool Alliance joins parents, teachers and kids

A dinner offers fellowship with kids and staff, one grandparent said. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


Knicks 100, Heat 76

Knicks 100, Heat 76 MIAMI -- The Miami Heat lost at home for the third game in a row and they'll


Associated Press

Associated Press REMEMBERING: Top, Gerald Levert performed during the 17th annual Soul Train Music


Solid waste district plan to get second reading

Solid waste district plan to get second reading McDONALD -- Village council gave a second reading


Carlin rescheduled; refunds are available

CLEVELAND -- Playhouse Square Center has rescheduled an appearance by George Carlin. The was


CATHERINE MCCONAHY MITCHELL HALL

CATHERINE MCCONAHY MITCHELL HALL SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- The wedding of Catherine McConahy, a daughter


JFK repels S. Range, 21-14

The Eagles scored two TDs in a span of 2:26 to break away from a 7-6 lead. By ERIC HAMILTON


INSIDE

INSIDE Jermaine McKinney was dealt "a bad deck of cards" when he was born to dysfunctional


Stevie, Usher help send off singer with musical style

CLEVELAND (AP) -- It was a tearful, exuberant musical send-off worthy of R & amp;B icon Gerald


Spartan marching band to join Chicago parade

The band usually makes a trip to a national parade venue each year. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


Afinogenov's return lifts Sabres

Buffalo's leading scorer missed five games with a shoulder injury. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- It didn't


10 days after election, votes still being counted

The outcome of the races won't give the GOP a new chance to take back the majority. ASSOCIATED


Boosting international ties, couple from Cuba visits church

The husband and wife specialize in marriage and family relationships. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR


Psychologist tells about risk factors

McKinney's upbringing made it difficult for him to accept responsibility, a psychologist said. By


NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB New


Thunder's home opener is set for March 31

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Thunder arena football team's home opener will be March 31 at 7:05


James, Ilgauskas spark Cavs to fifth win in row

LeBron James scored 37 points while Zydrunas Ilgauskas contributed 14. CLEVELAND (AP) -- They


ANGELA MIRONE CHRISTOPHER SUGAR

ANGELA MIRONE CHRISTOPHER SUGAR YOUNGSTOWN -- Martin Luther Lutheran Church was the setting Oct. 7


Gabriel honored for human rights work

ROME (AP) -- Peter Gabriel, founder of the rock group Genesis, received the annual "Man of Peace"


The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and new applications.

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and new


OSU routs Eastern Kentucky, 74-45

Cook comes off bench to score 22 points for the unbeaten Buckeyes (4-0). COLUMBUS (AP) -- Daequan


O.J. Simpson publisher defends her decision

O.J. Simpson publisher defends her decision NEW YORK -- Under a barrage of criticism, Judith Regan


Mentor closes Raiders season

The Cardinals' second-half 21-point surge produced a 34-21 playoff victory. By PETE MOLLICA


Incumbent government promises to ban burqa

The immigration minister said the ban was for security reasons. AMSTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) -- The


Authorities investigate another crash on I-80 near reservoir

AUSTINTOWN -- The Ohio State Highway Patrol's Canfield Post is investigating the second crash in two


Body found

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police were called to Millard and Kenyon avenues on the city's East Side just after 11


Machines need some work

Opinion: Providence Journal: The widespread shift to new voting systems caused problems across the country


By JOE SCALZO

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CANTON -- Orrville High football coach Doug Davault didn't


Death of legend casts a pall over showdown

The Game or not, even Ohio State fans know the death of Bo Schembechler is bigger than the


A rarity: Sorenstam misses cut

She will sit out for only the sixth time in 250 LPGA starts. WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Annika


Aftermath of storms

Aftermath of storms RIEGELWOOD, N.C. -- Survivors picked through the rubble of their flattened


Hate and saving grace don't mix

Opinion: BOSTON -- I suppose it's hard to count Ted Haggard as a direct casualty of the 2006 election since


CHRISTINE LAWRENCE DAVID MCMURRY

CHRISTINE LAWRENCE DAVID MCMURRY SAVANNAH, Ga. -- Christine Lawrence, a daughter of Linda


SUNDAY'S GAMES

SUNDAY'S GAMES Buffalo at Houston, 1 p.m. Chicago at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Miami, 1


Boccieri gets left out of leadership positions

The senator-elect said he made a political 'miscalculation.' By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


Learning about new smoking ban

AUSTINTOWN -- Local health departments and the Regional Chamber have scheduled three public


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& lt;B & gt;AMILL, & lt;/B & gt;Luz Maria, 70, of North Lima; calling hours Sunday


Consider ways to offer thanks

It's not the turkey or pumpkin pie, the NFL game on TV, or the afternoon nap that denotes the


No. 4 Pitt routs Northeastern

It was the second time in three days the Huskies lost to a Big East team. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- One


Northeast Ohio dog rescuers are accused of abusing animals

The three women were sentenced to 20 days in jail. CANTON (AP) -- The founder of a local animal


THANKSGIVING SERVICES At area churches

Area churches have announced Thanksgiving services. They are: Boardman United Methodist Church and


Climate session ends in accord

The U.S. and Australia have rejected a pact to reduce greenhouse gases. NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) -- The


Polamalu upgraded to probable status

The fourth-year safety suffered a concussion in last week's game with the Saints. PITTSBURGH (AP)


Civil-rights panel seeks entries for 2007 contest

COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is seeking entries for its statewide 2007 Martin Luther


Angels may bring gifts for children

Each paper angel contains an in-care child's holiday wish. WARREN -- Northeast Ohio Adoption


Pryce or Kilroy? Outcome delayed for another week

Election workers needed more time to count provisional ballots. COLUMBUS (AP) -- New rules for


LINDSEY WARINO DUSTIN DOHSE

LINDSEY WARINO DUSTIN DOHSE YOUNGSTOWN -- Aruba was the honeymoon destination of Dustin Philip


Students gather, protest denial of tenure

YOUNGSTOWN -- A group of Youngstown State University students made their voices heard in a protest


Johnson places 15th in tests, needs a 12th Sunday for title

Jimmie Johnson is nearing his first NASCAR Nextel Cup championship. HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Jimmie


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA New Jersey1161234648


Warren meeting Sunday

Warren meeting Sunday Warren Councilman Alford L. Novak, D-2nd, has called a ward meeting for 2


Diocese announces Corbin's certification

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Diocese of Youngstown has announced that Brian R. Corbin, executive director of


Stock rises on report of takeover bid

Other companies are expected to be interested in U.S. Steel as well. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- U.S. Steel


Bishops issue some guidelines for ministering to gays, lesbians

The guidelines ask the groups to avoid sex. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS BALTIMORE -- America's Roman


Trumbull county

TRUMBULL COUNTY Indictments These people have been indicted by a Trumbull County grand jury and


2 alumni to receive awards

The award honors those who improve college-community relationships. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Two Grove


Flu, pneumonia shots in the Tri-County area

In Mahoning County YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown City Health District is offering flu and pneumonia


COLLEGE hoops

COLLEGE HOOPS Women's games TOP 25 No. 1 Maryland 82, TCU 64 COLLEGE PARK, Md. -- Laura


Swallow excels for W & amp;J

The former West Branch High quartrback has impressive passing numbers. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR


Shooting, stabbing mar game sales

Mayhem breaks out round the country as game systems go on sale. HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- Two armed


FDA ends ban on silicone-gel breast implants

A longtime opponent says the devices are defective. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The government ended a 14-


Grove City is a 'Best Buy'

Grove City is a 'Best Buy' GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Barron's Educational Series has called Grove City


OSU chimps leaving retirement sanctuary

Controversy has been building about conditions at the 28-year-old facility. SAN ANTONIO (AP) --


'Married' means you're in minority

As America's population reached 300 million, it was revealed that for the first time in our history


Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion

Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Kimberly Clinkscale, Austintown, boy, Nov. 16.


Esmark is confident in fight for company

An Illinois-based company is ready to take over the steelmaker. WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) -- Wheeling-


Crane falls, hitting buildings; man dies

BELLEVUE, Wash. (AP) -- A 210-foot construction crane collapsed and struck three buildings, killing


Heritage Ohio rejects bid for recognition

The Warren GROWs project manager announced his resignation. By AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR


GRADS LIST

GRADS LIST The following students were awarded bachelor's degrees unless otherwise noted:


Church offers its Alternative Gift Market

MINERAL RIDGE -- First Presbyterian Church, 3654 Main St., is offering a gift purchasing/giving


Winter's two goals spark surge as Phantoms win eighth in row

Mahoning Valley surged past the Traverse City North Stars, 5-2. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


Online hobby addictive

Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married for nine years. We've had our ups and downs, like any


Paterno to watch team vie from box

The coach will watch his team play for the first time since breaking his left leg. STATE COLLEGE,


YSU expected to back study

Board members want to have a voice in any commission recommendation. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


CFO: Standalone plan better than US Airways' 8.7B bid

US Airways is trying to push its takeover plan to Delta's creditors. ATLANTA (AP) -- Delta Air


The Vindicator

The Vindicator TESTIFYING: Dr. Jim Eisenberg, a professor of psychology at Lake Erie College in


CROP Walk collects 15,189 for world's poor

YOUNGSTOWN -- The CROP Walk for Hunger, sponsored by Mahoning Valley Association of Churches,


What should you serve backyard birds?

Although it's OK to feed wild birds year round, many people prefer to feed only during the colder


Unhook leash while dog is in enclosed area

Dear Heloise: I wanted to contact you to let you know that my puppy was strangled last week by her


TODAY

TODAY 9 a.m. (GC) Golf: "Hong Kong Open." 10 a.m. (ESPN) College football: "College GameDay."


If one apple is good, two must be better

Opinion: Each fall for over 30 years I head for my favorite apple picking stomping grounds. "Less and Less"


GM turns to Asia for boost in profits

GM thinks China may be the world's largest auto market within 10 years. HANOI, Vietnam (AP) --


Hurricanes 4, Capitals 1

Hurricanes 4, Capitals 1 WASHINGTON -- Rod Brind'Amour had two goals and two assists, and Erik


Thunder schedule released

Thunder schedule released The Mahoning Valley Thunder arena football team's home opener will be


Georgia-based unit to become first in Army to serve 3 tours

There are about 141,000 U.S. troops in Iraq. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Army's 3rd Infantry Division,


NEWS SHOWS Sunday lineup

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz.; House


Big Reds play big, advance

In the 38-19 win, West Middlesex turned the tables on Kennedy. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Sunday KANSAS CITY10Oakland Indianapolis1DALLAS NEW


Murder charge declined

The grand jury indicted three men on burglary and kidnapping charges. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


Lake Milton rates high on area anglers' list

Lake Milton is the nonagenarian of local reservoirs, with a long and interesting history that


Study: Most professors not atheist, agnostic

BOSTON (AP) -- Contrary to stereotype, most college professors are not atheists or agnostics,


CAMPUS NOTES \ In the spotlight

YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Melanie Jean Diorio, daughter of Gary and Anna M. Diorio of Boardman,


Bush fails to win South Korea's support, calls for patience in Vietnam on Iraq war

North Korea is a primary target of the Proliferation Security Initiative. HANOI, Vietnam (AP) --


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard J. Roebken, 57, of 2697 Coblentz, Poland, and Susan D.


12 Saint Vincent seminarians are installed

LATROBE, Pa. -- Twelve seminarians at Saint Vincent Seminary were installed in the Ministry of


Jackets suffer a fifth shutout

The Blue Jackets have been shut out in five of 17 games this season. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Peter Budaj


Barramundi farm brings the fun here

Anglers no longer have to go to Australia to catch them. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- The


Retired probate judge accepts Lex Christi award

The name of the award refers to the law of Christ. YOUNGSTOWN -- Judge R.R. Denny Clunk of


Final: Ohio State 42, Michigan 39

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Troy Smith and Ohio State did it all, overwhelming Michigan with offense, winning


Prohibition comes to Baghdad

Opinion: By HUSSEIN al-YASIRI INSTITUTE FOR WAR & amp; PEACE REPORTING BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Nabil Yousif


Tressel credits both teams after Bucks' win

Hoping for a rematch on the BCS Championship field, one Michigan back predicts, "it would be a whole


Women smokers with HPV multiply cancer risk

The combination causes risks to soar, research shows. SCRIPPS HOWARD Women who smoke and also


Mooney romps again, 50-21

The Orrville coach sees Cardinal Mooney as unstoppable in the next two games. By JOE SCALZO


AMERICAN CONFERENCE

AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPAHomeAwayAFCNFCDiv New


Blind angler has a feel and an ear for fishing

Sometimes, being blind even offers him an advantage. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- As Tony


NOVEMBER \ Sacred times Here is a list of primary sacred times for world religions.

1: All Saints Day, Christian. 2: All Souls Day, Catholic Christian. 12: Birth of Baha'u'llah,


Officials: Criminal gang kidnapped workers

At least 52 Iraqi deaths were reported Friday. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- British soldiers backed by


Former coach is dead at 77

Bo Schembechler, a former Michigan coach, died Friday after taping a TV show. ANN ARBOR, Mich.


Winning lottery ticket sold in Youngstown

CLEVELAND (AP) -- One Rolling Cash 5 game ticket had the right combination for the drawing Friday,


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& lt;B & gt;BAKER, & lt;/B & gt;Scott, 42, of North Jackson; arrangements pending;