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Homeland Security: Lost in translation
Opinion: By DAVID H. MOULDS GLOBAL BEAT SYNDICATE ATHENS, Ohio -- The Department of Homeland Security has
Legendary rock club CBGB says goodbye
Legendary rock club CBGB says goodbye NEW YORK -- The final chords reverberated off the black,
On the passing of a Valley hero and philanthropist
Opinion: On the passing of a Valley hero and philanthropist EDITOR: I attended a service at St. Joseph
South Florida players punished for brawl acts
Two players were thrown off the team and 17 were suspended indefinitely. MIAMI (AP) -- Of all the
Sports Digest
AREA Adams, Mellott receive honors NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Two Westminster College women's soccer
Ford forgives Robby Gordon by signing him a decade later
The manufacturer can offer him the time and resources he needs. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Robby
McNair recovering from injuries
He suffered a concussion and neck sprain when crunched by two tacklers. OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) --
FOOTBALL
FOOTBALL DIVISION I-AA POLL PHILADELPHIA -- The top 25 teams in the Sports Network Division I-AA
U.S. won't pull troops out of Iraq, Bush tells official
A growing number of Republicans are suggesting a change of course in Iraq. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Dow comes within 3 points of 12,000
The Dow sets its seventh record in the past two weeks. NEW YORK (AP) -- Wall Street extended its
Former college professor is captured in Panama
ASSOCIATED PRESS HARRISBURG -- A retired university professor wanted in Ohio and three other
The open house being held Thursday by Mark IV Builders for a new professional office complex Thursday in Hubbard is an invitation-only event for the business community. An item in Sunday's paper
The open house being held Thursday by Mark IV Builders for a new professional office complex
Dems lose their centrist candidate for president
Opinion: By SEBASTIAN MALLABY WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- With Mark Warner out of the 2008 Demstakes,
Ohio State edges out Arizona State for No. 1 spot
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Enrollment figures show Ohio State University has the nation's highest public
WTA TOUR ZURICH OPEN
WTA TOUR ZURICH OPEN At Hallenstadion Zurich, Switzerland Purse: 1.34 million (Tier I)
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE MONDAY'S SCORES GIRLS SOCCER Tournament Division II Ursuline 8,
6 finalists in running to be chief
The list includes two Mahoning County law enforcement personnel. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Ohio needs an elections chief who will restore public trust
Editorial: Only the most partisan of individuals would deny that Ohio's reputation was tarnished by the myriad
AGENDA WEDNESDAY
Agenda Wednesday Mathews Board of Education, executive session 6 p.m., regular meeting follows,
POSTSEASON BASEBALL
POSTSEASON BASEBALL All Times EDT DIVISION SERIES American League Detroit 3, New York 1
A prisoner of conscience
Opinion: By CAMILO E. MEJIA MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE In 2004, I was sentenced to 12 months in a U.S. Army jail
Tigers' Dombrowski engineered turnabout
The general manager made some clever moves in rebuilding the Tigers. DETROIT (AP) -- The man who
Salem Community
Salem Community Carl III and Kitty Mort, Alliance, girl, Oct. 3. St. Elizabeth's Family
Prosecutor: Noe needed money
The prosecutor said 96 percent of the coins Noe said he owned were borrowed. TOLEDO (AP) -- A
Hungarians confront ghosts of the past
Opinion: By ANDRAS B. GOLLNER LOS ANGELES TIMES In October 1956, Hungarians won the admiration of the
Members shared with other bands
The band has an open-door touring policy. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Canada rocks
Wilson outspending Blasdel in 6th District
The Democrat's campaign is starting to pay back money he loaned to it. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Rain-out: Mets face Cardinals tonight
Now, Tom Glavine and Jeff Weaver will start Game 5 tonight on full rest. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- So much
Tackle's absence will hurt Bengals
From injuries to arrests, the offense has a lot to overcome. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Bengals'
GOP denies cut in DeWine funds
The GOP is trying to lessen damage done by the story, a YSU professor says. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Suspect denies role in collegian's death
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. (AP) -- A man suspected in the disappearance of a Vermont collegian who turned up
Herron to name special counsel
A special audit also examined spending in years before 2003. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
Nolan ponders changes as Niners hit off week
The coach is contemplating several personnel changes. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- The San
Man is facing several charges
BOARDMAN -- A 36-year-old Youngstown man faces a slew of charges including fleeing from police.
"Someday, you're going to get a very conservative Supreme Court and regret that approach."
Opinion: "Someday, you're going to get a very conservative Supreme Court and regret that approach." Antonin
Ignore Pyongyang and focus on Beijing
Opinion: By CLIFFORD D. MAY SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE The great 19th century Russian playwright Anton
Malkin will be making NHL debut Wednesday
The game against the New Jersey Devils will be at Mellon Arena. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Evgeni Malkin
Canfield to face top-seeded Stow in postseason
In Division II, Hubbard and Southeast are off to good starts. STOW -- The Canfield High volleyball
Mahoning Democrats support amendment on slot machines
YOUNGSTOWN -- A group of Mahoning County Democrats is throwing its support behind a proposed
Neither vulnerable. West deals.
Neither vulnerable. West deals. NORTH 2 A J 10 8 7 A J 9 8 7 Q 5 WEST EAST K Q J
Stock Listing of Local Interest
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 23.56 .66 Avalon Holdings,7.15.24 Clear
NEOUCOM gets money for lab fix-up
KSU also is getting some state money for improvements. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Dozens hurt in chain-reaction bus crash
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Three school buses carrying elementary and middle school pupils to a science
Crennel reaffirms faith in his staff
The coach said that he and his staff are close to solving the team's problems. BEREA (AP) -- Bored
Rangers 4, Devils 2
Rangers 4, Devils 2 NEW YORK -- Brendan Shanahan scored his NHL-leading seventh goal of the
Scientists develop vaccine against deadly Spanish flu
CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Government scientists reported Monday they have created a vaccine
Polamalu gets in Chiefs' hair, and vice versa
For the first time, the Steelers' safety was pulled down by his long hair. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Troy
Lou Piniella agrees to 3-year contract to manage Cubs
He is being challenged to get into the playoffs and win a World Series. CHICAGO (AP) -- Lou
Pedophile receives life sentence for sexually assaulting nine boys
The perpetrator tutored the boys at his home and at a special-needs school. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A
NEW ON VIDEO \ This week's DVD releases
"Over the Hedge": In a year loaded with cute little talking cartoon characters, this comedy
Judge denies killer's parole
Family members also believe the Poland native killed his first wife. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
USW refuses Harley plan for 2-tier wage system
Harley-Davidson said it will build elsewhere after the union vote. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- A union has
Packard makes wiring for two Ford hybrids
WARREN -- Delphi Packard Electric is providing wiring systems for two new Ford hybrids. The
Union workers to vote on AK Steel's final offer
The company changed some of the back-to-work conditions in its offer. MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) --
Mason given national honors
The senior tailback was named a National Offensive Player of the Week. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Sports
General Motors' sales rise 36 percent in China
GM is on pace for a record year in China. DETROIT FREE PRESS DETROIT -- General Motors Corp.
What FBI agents don't know
Opinion: Washington Post: It is a mark of how far the FBI still has to go to remake itself into a first-rate
Pitt, Rutgers will take mutual test on Saturday
The outcome may determine which team's talent matches its record. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pitt hasn't
GM reinstates 401(k) match for workers
GM's improved finances are good news for white-collar workers. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
running results
RUNNING RESULTS Columbus Marathon Local performers CLYDESDALE FINISHERS 94--6163 Mark
Popular trend: voting early
The high number of absentee ballots may cause problems on election night, some officials fear.
Tyson wants to fight women
Tyson wants to fight women Boxer Mike Tyson says he would like to stage exhibition bouts against
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS Summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown Township:
IRAQ Developments
The latest developments in Iraq: Gunmen killed the brother of the chief prosecutor in Saddam
Mike Tyson eyes entertainment
The former champion says bouts against female fighters are possible. STRONGSVILLE (AP) -- Mike
thistledown results
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Harvest (Urieta-Moran)17.208.004.20 John's Joker (Skerrett
U.S. intelligence confirms claims of nuclear blast
The blast was weaker than many experts has expected. WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. spy agencies
Michigan talk starts in October
Sometime just after their sign their scholarship papers, and just before they get the keys to their
Ritzler scores winner in OT
Ursuline, Lakeview, Champion and Mooney posted blowout victories. MECCA -- Carrie Ritzler netted
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PRESEASON EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB
"Nova: Deadliest Plane Crash" (8 p.m., PBS): Almost 30 years after two jumbo jets collided, killing 583 people on a foggy runway in the Canary Islands, near misses on runways are still a top concern.
"Nova: Deadliest Plane Crash" (8 p.m., PBS): Almost 30 years after two jumbo jets collided, killing
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA New Jersey32061715
if you go
IF YOU GO What: Broken Social Scene with Do Make Say Think. When: 8 p.m. Wednesday, Mr. Small's
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Associated Press FINAL DEBATE: Republican Ohio governor candidate Kenneth Blackwell, left, greets
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 17, the 290th day of 2006. There are 75 days left in the year. On this date in 1777, British forces under Gen. John Burgoyne surrender to American troops in Saratoga, N.Y., in a
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Oct. 17, the 290th day of 2006. There are 75 days left in the year. On this date
Michigan enjoying renewal of power
At No. 2, the undefeated Wolverines have their highest ranking since 1997. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP)
Incentives are inflating existing-home prices
The downturn in home sale prices may be worse than statistics show. NEW YORK (AP) -- Buyers
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES Detroit 20, Buffalo 17 Dallas 34, Houston 6 N.Y. Giants 27, Atlanta 14
SUNDAY'S LATE SUMMARY
SUNDAY'S LATE SUMMARY BRONCOS 13, RAIDERS 3 Oakland0030--3 Denver7600--13 First Quarter
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LaTourette isn't taking chances with election
It's not a good year to be a Republican, the congressman says. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS Points 1, Jeff Burton, 5,763. 2, Matt Kenseth, 5,718. 3, Kevin
Officials to inspect for damage
There were no reports of deaths or serious injuries. KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (AP) -- A favorite pidgin
Power bags become a feminine status symbol
Supersizing is the newest trend in handbags this season. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS CHICAGO --
SEVERE WEATHER KILLS FOUR IN SOUTHEAST TEXAS
Severe weather kills four in Southeast Texas HOUSTON -- Heavy thunderstorms brought torrential
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael J. Lynn Jr., 26, Bountiful, Utah, and Tracey L.