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The Centre of attention for tourney
The Warren-Youngstown Holiday Classic is back for a second year. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
RAPPER FABOLOUS SHOT
Rapper Fabolous shot NEW YORK -- The rapper Fabolous was shot early Tuesday as he stood at a
Violence brings U.S. forces back to city of Balad
October is on track to be the deadliest month for Iraqis. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. forces
& lt;B & gt;BAER, & lt;/B & gt; Mason S., 99, of Warren; calling
& lt;B & gt;BAER, & lt;/B & gt; Mason S., 99, of Warren; calling hours today from 6
Denmark's crackdown on trans fats is working
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) -- Two years ago, Denmark declared war on artery-clogging oils, making it
School bus crash injures dozens
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Three school buses carrying elementary and middle school pupils to a science
Officials: No weapon involved in threat
School officials disciplined the boy who made the threat and the pupils who were bullying him. By
"The resolution cannot be construed otherwise than a declaration of a war."
Opinion: "The resolution cannot be construed otherwise than a declaration of a war." A statement By the
Instant spiced tea can be made in bulk
Dear Heloise: I am looking for a recipe that you make in bulk for instant spiced tea. The only
Could Piniella end century-long jinx?
The new manager brushed off a report that he wanted to acquire Alex Rodriguez. CHICAGO (AP) -- Lou
AGENDA THURSDAY
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton Board of Education, 6 p.m., elementary building. Youngstown
Intelligence: North Korea may be planning 2nd test
Images show increased activity around at least two sites. SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- Satellite
Bush signs law for military trials
Congress passed the law after the Supreme Court ruled military tribunals for terrorists violates
Canfield prepares for state
Warren JFK senior Katie Rogner qualified for a second time as an individual. COLUMBUS -- It's been
They may not be able to deal with illness
Dear Annie: My stepdaughter is 49 and in the hospital with terminal cancer. We live three hours
Preview of Malkin quite Lemieux-ish
The 20-year-old Russian center makes his NHL debut tonight. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mark Recchi dares
Move aims to improve scores
By AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- After earning a continuous improvement
Mahoning/Trumbull merger possible
Merging the two tourism bureaus is a possibility, a county director says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Filing missed deadline, Columbiana Co. board says
LISBON -- The Columbiana County Board of Elections on Tuesday told a Boardman man that his complaint
AT A GLANCE | YSU football
AWARD WINNERS Hill, Barth & amp; King Offensive Player: Marcus Mason, 5-foot-9, 215 pounds,
Transport center being planned
The new center will be funded through the sale of Austintown Middle School. By JEANNE STARMACK
Tyson puts on gloves, then muzzled
By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- From the minute Mike Tyson alighted the
Mike Tyson in town
Mike Tyson in town MIKE TYSON worked out at a Youngstown gym Tuesday in preparation for his return
Blood pressure device to be tried
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL STAR TRIBUNE The Food and Drug Administration has given a Minnesota company
The ace is in place for Cards
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- A big swing by Albert Pujols and another playoff gem from a rejuvenated Jeff
Choice of QB is not certain
Third-stringer Paul Cianciolo is a likely name. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Joe Paterno's
Libertarian c a ndidate in Valley
'The preaching of the message' is more important than winning, he says. By DAVID SKOLNICK
FDA approves a new medicine for diabetes
The drug works in a different way from other medicines. LOS ANGELES TIMES Federal regulators
a soggy stroll
A SOGGY STROLL The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay JUST DUCKY: The weather was for ducks, and Carla
Candidate involved in domestic dispute
Police told the pair to stay away from each other. WARREN -- A domestic dispute involving the
No rest for Hoosiers after winning big
They're coming off of their biggest upset since 1987. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) -- The Indiana
Assistant testifies against Noe
Noe was deep in debt when he received the money from the state, prosecutors said. TOLEDO (AP) -- A
Choice good for health (care)
Opinion: By ROBERT MOFFIT HERITAGE FOUNDATION Choice and competition work in health care. Unfortunately,
Milk vending machine offers healthful choices
The milk machine replaced a soda machine . By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Actor Snipes is indicted on 8 counts of tax fraud
Actor Snipes is indicted on 8 counts of tax fraud TAMPA, Fla. -- Actor Wesley Snipes was indicted
Drug reactions harm thousands
Insulin, warfarin and amoxicillin are involved the most. CHICAGO (AP) -- Harmful reactions to some
Steelers have a long way to go
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Steelers played with the desperation of a team that felt it
Officials tout need for regionalization
By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER LIBERTY -- Change is never easy, particularly for
FOOTBALL
FOOTBALL DIVISION I-AA POLL PHILADELPHIA -- The top 25 teams in the Sports Network Division I-AA
Officer finds bloody box cutter in car
The arresting officer found a bloody box cutter in the victim's car. By PATRICIA MEADE
CAVALIERS WIN
Cavaliers win Drew Gooden scored 21 points, LeBron James nearly had a triple-double in 30 minutes
NLCS | Schedule
Wednesday, Oct. 11 St. Louis at New York, ppd., rain Thursday, Oct. 12 New York 2, St. Louis 0
Heltzel's action caused vomiting, Carson says
None of the office workers confirmed the story about vomiting from fear. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Cordray has education and experience to be treasurer
Editorial: Ohio voters face some tough decisions when they go to the polls next month in several statewide
WASHINGTON (AP) -- VIDEO GAMES, HATED BY PARENTS AND TEACHERS AS THE ENEMY OF LEARNING, MAY BE GOOD FOR KIDS AFTER ALL.
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Video games, hated by parents and teachers as the enemy of learning, may be good
Poland tops Mooney in Div. II; Girard rolls
Springfield plays United on Thursday at 5:30 and Girard takes on Campbell at 7 in sectional title
Attorneys try to save city worker's job
The mayor said city employees were advised not to move while residency laws are in question. By
TUESDAY'S RESULTS
TUESDAY'S RESULTS BOYS SOCCER LATE MONDAY Tournament Division I Green 5, Fitch 0 Kent
Plans unveiled for Paramount restoration
By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- When Paul Warshauer looks at the
COMING TO WARREN: Models will display the latest fashions at the 49th Ebony Fashion Fair. Titled "Stylishly HOT," the fair will be at 8 p.m. Saturday at the W.D. Packard Music Hall. A reception
COMING TO WARREN: Models will display the latest fashions at the 49th Ebony Fashion Fair. Titled
Boardman 4-0 winner in sectional
The Spartans will play Louisville, which defeated Canfield, 2-1. BOARDMAN -- Chloe Zidian scored
Dems back slots, wage raise
The party recognizes there are concerns with the legalization of slot machines. YOUNGSTOWN -- The
Heavy rain causes flooding
Complaints about water clogged Warren pollution control department phones. Rain and intermittent
Report says to eat fish; benefits beat the risks
Children and pregnant women should skip certain kinds of fish. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- The
Judge delays the execution of cult leader
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A federal judge on Tuesday delayed the Oct. 24 execution of cult leader Jeffrey
Bears go bonkers after win
Chicago managed just 168 yards on offense while Arizona finished with 286. CHICAGO (AP) -- Charles
Automaker reinstates 401(k) match for workers
GM's improved finances are good news for white-collar workers. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
MONDAY'S LATE SUMMARY
MONDAY'S LATE SUMMARY BEARS 24, CARDINALS 23 Chicago001014--24 Arizona14630--23 First
Today is Wednesday, Oct. 18, the 291st day of 2006. There are 74 days left in the year. On this date in 1962, Dr. James D. Watson of the U.S., and Dr. Francis Crick and Dr. Maurice Wilkins of Britain,
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Oct. 18, the 291st day of 2006. There are 74 days left in the year. On this date
Center helps seniors enroll
About 24 people turned out to hear about the prescription drug program. By HAROLD GWIN
Voters to see 5 big issues
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gambling promoters are putting at least 13 million on the line to see if Ohio
SELECTED STOCKS
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 23.35 --.26 Avalon Holdings,7.50.35 Clear
1 killed, 1 injured in crash
1 killed, 1 injured in crash ENON VALLEY, Pa. -- One person was killed and another critically
Artist/goldsmith will meet customers
SALEM -- Mary Ann Scherr, an artist/designer and goldsmith, will appear from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Ruling puts challenge to Strickland back on
A state official scolded the board for not acting quickly on the complaint. By D.A. WILKINSON
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PRESEASON EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB
Madonna defends adoption of boy
Child protection groups are challenging the singer's custody of the boy. LONDON (AP) -- Madonna
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES Detroit 20, Buffalo 17 Dallas 34, Houston 6 N.Y. Giants 27, Atlanta 14
2 to be arraigned in 'unauthorized removal'
YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men charged with "unauthorized removal" of salable items from a vacant house were
Residents oppose fireworks warehouse
A township trustee says it's 'quite clear' residents don't want any more fireworks. By VIRGINIA
WHO'S IN, WHO'S OUT? Area playoff races
Clinched playoff spot Mooney Control own destiny Columbiana, South Range, Hubbard, Liberty,
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN Oct. 11 Breaking and
Models by Toyota and Honda dominate list
The Toyota Prius was rated best for fuel economy. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Hybrid and economy-class
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH Q 10 8 A K Q 3 2 9 3 A 9 6 WEST EAST 9 3 6 4
OHIO STATE Hoosiers handful according to Jim
The Buckeyes have won the last 13 meetings with Indiana and none has been terribly close. COLUMBUS
Bar owner offers reward for information in killing
Bar owner offers reward for information in killing YOUNGSTOWN -- Calling homicide victim Jason
Without opponent, Detroit in limbo
The Tigers open the World Series at home on Saturday. DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit Tigers are
"EXPLORER: WORLD'S MOST DANGEROUS DRUG" (8 P.M., NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNEL): METHAMPHETAMINE IS CONSIDERED ONE OF THE HARDEST DRUGS TO KICK (AN ESTIMATED NINE OF 10 USERS WHO TRY TO QUIT WILL
"Explorer: World's Most Dangerous Drug" (8 p.m., National Geographic Channel): Methamphetamine is
SURPLUS FOODOCT. 19
Surplus food Fellowship Church of God in Christ, 115 Frank St., Struthers, food pantry, 1 p.m.
Billionaire to buy 200M in stock
Lear disputes an analyst's contention that it needed cash from the investment. DETROIT (AP) --
Chinese deserve protection
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: The United States has long opposed sweatshops around the globe. So who could
Voinovich tackles hot topics
The senator said he opposes Issue 3, which would legalize slot machines. YOUNGSTOWN -- U.S. Sen.
AVOID TROUBLE Medicine caution
Here are some ways to avoid bad reactions to common medications: When a physician prescribes a new
Huge complex sells for 5.4B
The complex owner expects to record an after-tax gain of 3 billion. NEW YORK (AP) -- MetLife
Insider: Recipes are tried and true
'The Bon Appetit Cookbook' features the best of the best recipes -- 1,200 of them. By LAURA S.
Teen, 16, kills himself at Texas high school
HOUSTON (AP) -- A 16-year-old shot and killed himself at a suburban high school Tuesday, prompting a
NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Canadiens 5, Flames 4 MONTREAL -- Radek Bonk and Sheldon Souray each scored two goals and Alex
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA New Jersey32061715
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Packers: Green Bay wide receiver Koren Robinson was suspended without pay for a minimum of one year
Gooden is pretty good in victory
LeBron James nearly had a triple-double in 30 minutes. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Drew Gooden is shooting
NATION
NATION Inflation decline is larger than expected WASHINGTON -- Wholesale inflation dropped by
Drug problems discussed
More discussions will be held on beautifying the city. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Terry N. Tringhese, 26, of 71 Meadowbrook Ave., Boardman, and
Fashions have been tweaked into dynamic styles this year
Everything from clothing to accessories have been given a special touch. SCRIPPS HOWARD Colors,
Closed for Peace Race
Closed for Peace Race These roads in Mill Creek Park will be closed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday
FRIDAY
FRIDAY First Presbyterian Church, 28 E. Park Ave., Columbiana, will be selling homemade chili from
Makeover retains flavor as it lowers health risk
Traditional spices help to generate a tasty dish without all the heart-stopping fat. By J.M.
Probation officers are added
The increased staff will allow judges to put more people on house arrest. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- An
Polls show Brown leading DeWine
An aide says DeWine has always expected a close race. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Judge grants Moonda's defense request
AKRON -- A federal judge has agreed to give Donna Moonda the defense team she requested. U.S.
OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS
OHSAA COMPUTER RATINGS COLUMBUS -- Here are the fifth weekly football computer ratings from the
Process is political, two charge
The trustees chairwoman says the committee's role was advisory. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF
Mayor explains Blackwell fundraiser
The mayor says he still strongly supports the Democratic gubernatorial nominee. By DAVID SKOLNICK
MOUNTAINEER Results
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Rockin Rockzy (Pereira)6.404.602.80 Cart's Dreamer
BASEBALL
BASEBALL BB Rooner Baseball -- will conduct tryouts for the fall program and next summer's team.
Flavorful favorites
By LESLIE BRENNER LOS ANGELES TIMES LOS ANGELES -- Bon App & eacute;tit is 50 years old, and
YSU-downtown studies pacts OK'd
A finalized study is expected in December. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN --
Size matters with new technology
Better cancer treatments and car designs are expected from a new science. By DON SHILLING
New Music Society to do 3 fall concerts
The three shows are free and open to the public. THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN -- The New Music
We're headed for greater disaster in Iraq if we don't change course
Opinion: By JOHN P. MURTHA WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- The Republicans are running scared. In the White
Designer cats are nothing to sniff at
Opinion: By MEGHAN DAUM LOS ANGELES TIMES It is a truth universally acknowledged that cats make some
An East Main Street woman in Canfield reported she went to her safe deposit boxes at a local bank and found that the boxes were empty. A listing in the Canfield Police Calls on Tuesday incorrectly
An East Main Street woman in Canfield reported she went to her safe deposit boxes at a local bank
Off and running: Mason's big effort earns high honors
Sophomore defensive tackle Mychal Savage was the defensive player of the game. By PETE MOLLICA
Turnout baffles mayor
The mayor said the city water plant has become a liability. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR STAFF
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Domonique Hampton and Anthony Parks, Austintown,
Italian flavors for Mexican dish
By RENEE ENNA CHICAGO TRIBUNE What happens when Italian flavors get caught up in an easy-to-make
There is a way back for Republicans
Opinion: It's not just the war, or the travails of former Congressman Mark Foley, or any number of other