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Car chase ends in tragedy; three children struck
YOUNGSTOWN — Tragedy disrupted the holiday peace in a quiet North Side neighborhood, sending
Soldiers to get 'boxes' of love from the Valley
YOUNGSTOWN — What started with one family and concern for a son and brother far away in a war-
City firefighters fight two blazes Thursday
YOUNGSTOWN — City firefighters are investigating a fire labeled as an arson set just after 6
Drive under way to save Rayen School mural
YOUNGSTOWN —The drive to save the 65-foot long mural that adorns an auditorium wall at The
New Castle schools disregarded public's right
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The New Castle school district and three administrators have to pay
Send sunblock to the troops Saturday
YOUNGSTOWN — A campaign to send medical grade, oil-free, fragrance-free sunblock to American
Columbus chosen for violent crime study
WASHINGTON (AP) — The government selected Columbus and 17 other metropolitan areas Wednesday
Ohioan gets top post on NATO assembly
WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Paul Gillmor’s Republican party is on the outs in Washington, but
Tiger takes Grand Slam by 2
POIPU BEACH, Hawaii (AP) — Eight times Tiger Woods has traveled to Poipu for the PGA Grand
Cavs lose, but LeBron scores
LeBron James had 30 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists for Cleveland in a 95-87 loss to Toronto
Mooney ready for challenge
The Cardinals meet Bellaire in a rematch of last year's semifinal. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
St. Elizabeth Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth Family Birthplace Dominic and Vicki Dalessandro, Newton Falls, girl, Nov. 21.
Coin toss decides best Jefferson impersonator
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) -- Selecting the nation's best Thomas Jefferson impersonator came down to a coin
Today is Thursday, Nov. 23, the 327th day of 2006. There are 38 days left in the year. This is Thanksgiving Day. On this date in 1945, most U.S. wartime rationing of foods, including meat and butter,
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Nov. 23, the 327th day of 2006. There are 38 days left in the year. This is
Valley children are thankful for God, food and ... King Kong?
Clothes, blankets and family also made the pupils' thankful lists. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT Some
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AUDITIONS | Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." Outreach Center, 234 E. Lincoln Way,
Memphis routs Kentucky; Butler upsets Tennessee
The Bulldogs are in the championship game of the preseason NIT. ASSOCIATED PRESS LAHAINA, Hawaii
Nearly 40 million expected to travel
Some drivers faced flooded roads and high winds in the South. ASSOCIATED PRESS Long lines formed
Commission seeks funds OK on Oakhill renovation
The initial design work should be completed by mid-December, officials said. By HAROLD GWIN
Groups set up campaign to 'Call Before You Cut'
The program can help landowners learn how much their timber is worth. COLUMBUS -- A new resource
'Idol' singer to perform at Ford recital hall
YOUNGSTOWN -- Jaclyn Hodos, who won the 2005 "American Idol" regional competition at Eastwood Mall,
Family traditions enrich the holiday
Opinion: By KAREN HELLER PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER Thanksgiving was my mother's absolute favorite holiday.
Stock Listing of Local Interest
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 24.19 .22 Avalon Holdings,7.06--.07 Clear
USDA report on hunger challenged
Questions about the decision have been sent to the USDA by lawmakers. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON
JFK hoping to keep Aces out of the game Saturday The Eagles and Amanda-Clearcreek battle in a Division V semifinal in Ashland
By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF What's worse than a dog dare? A double-dog dare.
Whistle-blowers help recover 1.3B in frauds
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Whistle-blowers tipped off the government to 1.3 billion worth of fraud cases
Warren man is indicted
Two women were shot at through a house window. WARREN -- A 23-year-old Williamsburg Street man was
Sheriff: If budget is cut more, legal responsibilities will go next
The sheriff said budget cuts might reduce the number of deputies or dispatchers. By D.A. WILKINSON
Victims ID Howard as gunman
Jason Howard acted shocked to hear his former Columbus family of four was killed. By TIM YOVICH
Revise part of contract, officials say
'Thank God we haven't paid a dollar yet,' Commissioner Dan Polivka said of the 1.2 million
Steelers' QB faces a strong defense
Ben Roethlisberger will face a Ravens' defense that has 18 interceptions. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- This
YSU falls at Michigan; Ohio St. next
The Penguins dropped a 65-56 decision to the Wolverines for a 2-3 record. By BISON COLLINS MESSINK
Shoppers can donate to Toys for Tots at event
BOARDMAN -- All Black Friday shoppers are encouraged to come meet and greet the agents of America's
Control board awards 2 contracts
The company and Mahoning County are contributing to the project. YOUNGSTOWN -- The city's board of
"We don't want an outburst of emotions and revenge."
"We don't want an outburst of emotions and revenge." Former Lebanese President Amin Gemayel
Cleveland loses at Toronto, 95-87
LeBron James had 30 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists. TORONTO (AP) -- Chris Bosh had 25
Municipal Judge Bernard goes to high court in funding issue
The city must reply to the judge's complaint. GIRARD -- Girard Municipal Judge Michael Bernard is
Demotion sparks protests
Astronomers ruled that debris in Pluto's orbit relegated the tiny orb to the category 'dwarf
Police arrest man who fled hospital
BOARDMAN -- A man who escaped from a hospital last month after being charged with breaking into a
Columbus is picked for crime study
The other cities in the study include Atlanta, Boston and Nashville. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
Victorian Holiday Walk to feature nutcrackers, music, arts and crafts
WARREN -- A collection of antique-style nutcrackers will decorate the Victorian parlor of the
GM decides not to develop new family of minivans
Some of GM's minivans will be on sale till at least 2008. DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors said
Dukes ready for playoffs on road
In 2004 , James Madison had three road wins on its way to the national title. By PETE MOLLICA
Pens' Crosby misses game because of injury
His status for Friday's game with the Islanders is uncertain. ASSOCIATED PRESS PITSTBRUGH --
CHRISTMAS PLAY: Stephen Baldwin, left, and Jeff Querin rehearse a scene from 34west Theater Company's dinner-theater production of "Christmas at the Inn." The play opens Wednesday and runs through
CHRISTMAS PLAY: Stephen Baldwin, left, and Jeff Querin rehearse a scene from 34west Theater
Organic pet food finds growing niche
Mainstream stores are now getting into the market. SCRIPPS HOWARD Look for the bumper stickers
Business News Digest
REGION Executive joins Alcoa PITTSBURGH -- A former Tetra Pak executive joined Alcoa as head of
Ancient rock art remains mystery
Some images might have been used to scare children, a modern artist says. SALT LAKE TRIBUNE SALT
Marathon shows lives of 'kat pack
The researchers have their favorites in the bunch of Kalahari meerkats. WASHINGTON POST The
Bush pardons national turkey; Barney doesn't
WASHINGTON -- He was going to pardon the National Thanksgiving Turkey anyway, but President Bush
"Good Wilt Hunting" (7 p.m., Cartoon Network): In what the network bills as its first original movie, the "imaginary friends" Mac, Bloo, Goo and the rest are looking for their buddy Wilt, who's set
"Good Wilt Hunting" (7 p.m., Cartoon Network): In what the network bills as its first original
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Mich. lawmakers: Act on concerns
Democrats and Republicans both urged action. DETROIT FREE PRESS WASHINGTON -- Michigan's
Spruce up your home for the holidays
People are steering away from the traditional reds and greens. By ANNE WALLACE ALLEN ASSOCIATED
MAHONING COUNTY
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Duct tape makes wart disappear after just a week
Q. I am a nurse and have always relied on conventional medicines or physician-supervised treatments.
JACKETS NAME COACH
Jackets name coach Ken Hitchcock, the former coach of the Philadelphia Flyers, was named to a
Save golden frogs from extinction
Biologists don't know how long the fungus will plague Panama. WASHINGTON POST EL VALLE DE ANTON,
Districts try chiefs with no experience
Hiring outsiders as superintendents has sometimes worked, sometimes not. LOS ANGELES TIMES
One-legged press machine is good for a perkier posterior
By NANCY COLE MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS If you're looking to perk up your posterior, try the one-
'Bobby' shows ambition, charisma
The movie's cast is full of veteran stars. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL Emilio Estevez's
University helps minorities succeed
The small rural school is the only hope of higher education for many students. SEATTLE TIMES
Ohio Gymnastics Institute in Austintown to show the film 'Peaceful Warrior'
AUSTINTOWN -- The Ohio Gymnastics Institute will screen the movie "Peaceful Warrior" at 2 p.m.
Officer's answer on form probed
The city law department said the state law violates the Ohio Constitution. By AMANDA GARRETT
Will Gibson help or hinder 'Apocalypto'?
The studio is launching an ad campaign to boost the unorthodox film. LOS ANGELES TIMES HOLLYWOOD
Goodwill Industries chief thanks Valley supporters
Opinion: Goodwill Industries chief thanks Valley supporters EDITOR: It is during this time of giving
Jury in malpractice case rules for family
The jury ruled the hospital was negligent in treatment. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
WR Edwards vents over Browns' red zone woes
Cleveland had to settle for two field goals inside the Steelers' 20. BEREA (AP) -- Braylon Edwards
Masked man sought in armed robbery
GIRARD -- City police are looking for a masked gunman responsible for a Wednesday morning robbery at
IAEA board agrees to deny Iran any help with reactor
VIENNA, Austria (AP) -- The U.N. nuclear watchdog agency effectively agreed Wednesday to deny Iran
Initiative establishes healthful food stores
Diet-related diseases and obesity are high in inner-city neighborhoods. WASHINGTON POST
RECOMMENDATIONS From the experts
It can be tricky to determine the best diet for your pet, but experts at Only Natural recommend the
WIND THREATENS TO GROUND BALLOONS IN MACY'S PARADE
Wind threatens to ground balloons in Macy's parade NEW YORK -- As the giant Snoopy and Big Bird
At event, donate to send sunblock to U.S. troops
To date, some 1,500 bottles of sunblock have been mailed to 13 military units. YOUNGSTOWN -- A
Geauga Lake workers to relocate coaster
AURORA, Ohio (AP) -- An amusement park is dismantling one of its newest and most popular roller
Clean Ohio fund helps preserve 1,847 local acres
Boardman plans to preserve land along Yellow Creek. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Study looks to see how noise of drilling affects polar bears
Researchers are mainly watching females that are expecting or nursing. LOS ANGELES TIMES SAN
Officials mull drug-testing hair
Some experts don't agree on how accurate the test is. LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY Men pay to make it
Nation sees a drop in mortgage rates
The housing market has slowed this year after a five-year boom. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Mortgage rates
Despite the myths, value Thanksgiving
Opinion: "Twas founded be th' Puritans to give thanks f'r bein' presarved fr'm th' Indyans, an' ... we keep
Cut in pollinators puts food crops at a big risk
Non-native parasitic mites have killed thousands of U.S. honeybee colonies. SALT LAKE TRIBUNE
Virtual Hallucinations gets into mind of mentally ill
SCRIPPS HOWARD MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Memphis Crisis Intervention Team was the first of its kind in
An epidemic in the making
Opinion: Scripps Howard News Service: The tainted spinach that killed at least three and sickened more than
Contraband is put to good uses
Ever wonder what happens to all those items passengers drop into checkpoint barrels? CHICAGO
Many things cause bad-smelling towels
Dear Heloise: I have had this problem for more than a year now and can't find the solution. After
Cadaver tissue causes patient's infection
The unusual germ wasn't found in other patients who received tissue. ASSOCIATED PRESS A
2 honors students accused in fake bills
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Two honors students printed counterfeit 20 bills that looked so real they were
Lead singer hopes to gain fans with positive music
He welcomes comparisons with Soundgarden. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Not too long
Alcoa puts Excel plant up for sale
STAFF AND WIRE REPORT WARREN -- Employees at Alcoa's Excel Extrusions here are concerned but
Temp workers will get security
The deal could affect negotiations here about temporary employees in the future, a Local 717
Rutgers spending more on football
Rutgers' football program improved to a 9-1 record and a No. 7 ranking. NEW YORK (AP) -- When
Research group claims toys need warning labels
Magnetic toys can be very dangerous, the group said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A consumer research group
MATCHUP YSU vs. James Madison
Team Statistics YSUJMU Record9-29-2 Points per game33.432.5 Points Allowed21.915.1 Total
SMU program nearing first bowl bid since 1984 Aloha Bowl
The Mustangs have come a long way since being shut down by NCAA in 1987. DALLAS (AP) -- SMU has
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT Ryan F. Smith, 22, of West Third Street, Niles, was fined 250 on Tuesday in
GIFT IDEAS | What to buy the traveler on your list
TEENAGERS Today's teenagers aren't just taking class trips by bus to the state capital. High
ODNR forestry division is selling tree seedlings
Ohio is about 30 percent forested, compared with 12 percent in the early 1900s. COLUMBUS --
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Seahawks: Matt Hasselbeck is a Pro Bowl and Super Bowl quarterback. Yet he still has some things to
Teens are packing turkey and stuffing
A Thanksgiving project promotes a community service ethic among young people. By LINDA M. LINONIS
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN Nov. 17
Park-Porter building to get roof
WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners have approved hiring a Saginaw, Mich., company to put a new
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH A Q 4 A 3 2 Q 6 4 Q 10 6 2 WEST EAST 10 9 6 K
NBA ROUNDUP | News and notes
Knicks: Coach Isiah Thomas sent struggling guard Steve Francis to the bench for Wednesday's game
DECLINES What's going on
Why are pollinator populations down in the United States? A non-native parasite mite introduced in
Rally is set for slain leader's funeral
The prime minister got a call of support from President Bush. BIKFAYA, Lebanon (AP) -- Mourners
New mind-set grows among coal miners
One nonunion company is winning awards for its safety efforts. WASHINGTON POST COULTERVILLE,
Dana school ensembles to present holiday concert
The audience will get a chance to sing along to the 'Hallelujah' chorus. THE VINDICATOR
Robbery charges to be withdrawn
Some Pittsburgh college students took the case on as a project. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
PREP PREVIEW | Weekend playoff games
DIVISION IV MOONEY vs. BELLAIRE Game time: 7:30 p.m. Friday at Harding Stadium, Steubenville
Iran promotes weekend summit just days before Bush's summit
The summit will 'shake' Bush, one editorial writer wrote. TEHRAN, Iran (AP) -- Iran touted its
Tawny Kitaen faces drug possession charge
Tawny Kitaen faces drug possession charge LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. -- Tawny Kitaen has been charged
PBS show gives lowdown on new high-tech gadgets
PBS show gives lowdown on new high-tech gadgets KENT -- The holiday buzz has begun as the year's
Jackets' select ex-Flyers' coach
Ken Hitchcock was hired as coach to succeed interim skipper Gary Agnew. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- The
Ape triggers alarm at research center
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Panbanisha the bonobo is up to her tricks again. For the second time in
Band tries to stay true to its music
Band members aren't shy about expressing their political opinions. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
Man accused in shooting is out of jail
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A man accused of shooting a Pennsylvania state trooper's daughter has been
Man pleads innocent in animal-cruelty case
Another case involving 10 more horses is pending in Sebring. CANFIELD -- A man facing 13 charges
TubaChristmas concerts
NILES -- The Mahoning Valley's eighth annual TubaChristmas sing-along concerts will be at noon and 2
NFL PREVIEW \ Today's games
MIAMI at DETROIT Game time: 12:30 p.m. TV: (27) (19) (2) Opening line: Dolphins by 3. Record vs.
Judges boost courthouse security
An arrest warrant was issued for a woman who appeared to have started the courtroom brawl. By TIM
Curbs on sex offenders are ineffective, some say
The law isn't fair for people who have been rehabilitated, advocates say. WASHINGTON POST
Study: Forest fires help combat global warming
SCRIPPS HOWARD The carbon soot of forest fires contributes to global warming, right? Not
MUSIC
MUSIC Santa Claus and the Junior Military Band Concert, 3 p.m. Sunday, Aristocrat hall, corner of
BASEBALL ROUNDUP News and notes
Dogders: With power in short supply on the free agency front, the Los Angeles Dodgers went for
Mochrie shies away from limelight
The comedian said he doesn't like being onstage alone. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Fire lookout towers take on a new role
Improved telephone communication and airplanes made the towers obsolete. COLUMBUS -- Icons of
'Secret Garden' offers break from the usual holiday fare
The lead is being playing by 10-year-old Lisandra Stebner. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR
Warren appeals ruling in wrongful-death suit
Warren appeals ruling in wrongful-death suit WARREN -- The city has appealed to the Ohio Supreme
Demand for workers expected to rise
Illinois expects thousands are jobs to open. WASHINGTON POST COULTERVILLE, Ill. -- Coal's