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Poll raises concerns about pandemic
Many people say they wouldn't be able to miss work for a week. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Ask Americans if
London panel OKs full-face transplant
LONDON (AP) -- An ethics panel Wednesday approved a London hospital's plan to carry out what could
Madonna discusses adoption of child
Madonna discusses adoption of child CHICAGO -- Madonna said the 13-month-old boy she plans to
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A once and future Democrat
Opinion: Providence Journal: Sen. Joseph Lieberman of Connecticut has paid a political price for his strong
Fla. man alleges abuse by priest linked to Foley
The man came forward after seeing reports about the former congressman. SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL
Nicaragua poised to ban all abortion
Under the new law, women and doctors would be prosecuted. LOS ANGELES TIMES MEXICO CITY
NATION
NATION Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged WASHINGTON -- The Federal Reserve kept
Yankee Candle to be sold in 1.7B deal
DEERFIELD, Mass. (AP) -- Yankee Candle Co. said Wednesday it is being sold in a 1.7 billion deal
Strong second half lifts Canfield to win
The Cardinals will meet West Branch in a Division II final on Saturday. By DOUG CHAPIN
GOOD RIDDANCE
Good riddance Maurice Carthon left, and left a big mess. On Wednesday, the Cleveland Browns began
Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers.
Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers. Joseph A. Swierz
Duo are masters of macabre music
Midnight Syndicate produces 'nightmare soundtracks.' MUNSON, Ohio (AP) -- Stand outside Bloodview
FDA hearing targets 'functional' foods
Sales of such foods have increased, a study found. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- It's time
Goodbye, City Series: Final game tonight Against Chaney, Wilson coach Brian Marrow would like nothing better than to go out on top.
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Chaney High football coach Ron Berdis has
Singer works on finding his musical style
Black has been leaning toward Americana music. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Pixies
Judge DeGenaro has earned re-election to appeals court
Editorial: Six years ago, in the midst of one of the darkest moments of Mahoning County's criminal justice
Study: We're filling up and filling out
Americans are pumping more gas per year because of increased body weight. SCRIPPS HOWARD Experts
AGENDA FRIDAY OCT. 27
Agenda Friday Boardman Civil Service Commission, 8:30 a.m. in the conference room of the township
Warning issued on absentees
Heavy volume is expected, but the ballots cannot be counted before Nov. 7. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Cobain heads 'Top-Earning Dead Celebrities'
NEW YORK (AP) -- Twelve years after his death, Kurt Cobain is making millions upon millions. He's
if you go
IF YOU GO What: "Tourgasm" featuring comedians Gary Gulman, Robert Kelly and Jay Davis. When: 8
Pirko gets probation in Trum purchasing scheme
In sentencing the repairman, the judge noted his lack of a prior criminal record. By TIM YOVICH
Scans of smokers boost survival, evidence shows
Early diagnosis greatly increases the survival rate. ASSOCIATED PRESS A controversial new study
Associated Press
Associated Press READY FOR NOV. 7: Workers at Franklin County Board of Elections sort out mailed-
'Rudy': Don't let anyone steal your dreams
Dreams inspire learning, and focus is the key to success, Ruettiger said. By HAROLD GWIN
House fire claims life of Canfield woman
CANFIELD -- A house fire in Canfield Township early this morning killed an 83-year-old woman. Her
PREP PREVIEWS | Friday's games
RAYEN (7-2) vs. UNIONTOWN LAKE (5-4) Game time: 7:30 p.m. at Lake High stadium Notebook: With a
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Nightwatch." Trumbull New Theater, 5883 Youngstown-Warren Road, Niles. Auditions for five
Butler branch celebrates Make a Difference Day
Butler branch celebrates Make a Difference Day HOWLAND -- The Butler Institute of Art Trumbull
Tippin brings country act to the city
The PovertyNeck Hillbillies opened the show. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER
North Road will be 1-way for 2 years
'People will be frustrated,' the township administrator said. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Africa in spotlight with films
One director said conflict and drama attract filmmakers. By DAVID GERMAIN AP MOVIE WRITER LOS
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John R. Lunger II, 55, of 14200 Eureka Road, Columbiana, and
Stamp to honor James Stewart
Ella Fitzgerald will be the Black Heritage honoree. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A man who had a wonderful
Victory Christian plans prompt hearing
The estimated cost of a new worship center is $7 million to $10 million. By LINDA M. LINONIS
TO BORROW A CLICHE, MARK MILLER WENT FROM THE PENTHOUSE TO THE OUTHOUSE LAST FRIDAY. AFTER GOING 10-0 TWO WEEKS AGO, MILLER (WHO HAD BRIEFLY CLIMBED OUT OF THE BASEMENT) RETURNED TO EARTH WITH A 3-7
To borrow a cliche, Mark Miller went from the penthouse to the outhouse last Friday. After going
Fight erupts; 2 sisters get into trouble
A spokesman said the sisters went out of their way to join a hallway fight. By NANCY TULLIS
SteelHounds now affiliates of Blue Jackets
The AHL team immediately above Youngstown's CHL plateau is the Syracuse Crunch. By TOM WILLIAMS
Heltzel questions validity of contract
There is a procedure to follow in awarding professional service contracts. By TIM YOVICH
Ghezzi: TMH's outlook rosy; Northside's bleaker
The challenge at Northside Medical Center remains 'far steeper,' he said. YOUNGSTOWN -- Trumbull
Verbal jabs punctuate Ludt-Ouzounian race
Oakhill will be an asset to the city and county, a commissioner says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Letter to Hispanics debunks claims on voting
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. (AP) -- The California secretary of state mailed letters Wednesday to
Podiatrist offers proper stepsfor picking a walking shoe
Get your feet measured and check the toe box before purchasing new walking shoes. MCCLATCHY
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY BOYS SOCCER Tournament Division II Canfield 3, Champion 1 West Branch 2, Salem 0
Principal suspended for giving boy wedgie
LIVINGSTON, Mont. (AP) -- A high school principal received a six-day suspension and a letter of
Concerned that she can't get past first date
Dear Annie: I am a 20-year-old college sophomore, very involved in sports, clubs, etc., and
Production schedules may be revised to accommodate game
LORDSTOWN -- Production schedules may be revised so that workers at General Motors' Lordstown
3 arraigned in Subway robbery
YOUNGSTOWN -- A woman and two men accused of taking part in the armed robbery of the Subway
Good grief! Optimistic Linus waits 40 years for the 'Great Pumpkin'
The show's as much of a Halloween tradition as candy corn and soaped windows. THE RECORD
N.J.'s top court opens door to gay marriage
Three dissenters argued that the ruling didn't go far enough. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- New Jersey's
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Agreed to terms with RHP Mike Timlin on a one-year
Officials squabble over Warren residency suit
Two city workers fired over residency returned to their jobs this week. BY AMANDA GARRETT
Charter schools are constitutional, high court rules
Those on both sides of the charter school fight say legal issues remain unresolved. STAFF/WIRE
GM's 115M loss is much better than last year
GM reduced its liability for paying benefits to Delphi workers. DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors
Early Oscar favorites emerge
Will Peter O'Toole finally nab a best-actor win? He's a contender in 'Venus.' By DAVID GERMAIN
YSU to focus on STEM fields to aid Valley success
Transition teams are being formed, and the change could take place next fall. By HAROLD GWIN
Movie feels authentic
Footage during the end offer an update of the movie's subject. By ROBERT W. BUTLER KANSAS CITY
Comedy club tour to promote show
The comedian said he didn't know the reality gig would be an HBO series. By JOHN BENSON
Medical community at odds with injuries
Questionable is a word used a lot around the NFL. It's there every week in the injury reports that
Surgically repaired comment by Falcon won't be forgotten by Ben
Pro football has had 'The Drive,' 'The Fumble' and now 'The Hit.' PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Ben
YEAR-END ( & amp; HOLIDAY) MOVIES
Hollywood heads for the home stretch with a flurry of films that include animated tales, the usual
SELECTED STOCKS
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Pharmacists: We've had Wal-Mart prices
Local stores say their prices already match Wal-Mart's new offer. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Aaron Tippin, the PovertyNeck Hillbillies and Shane Owens are about to become the first country music acts to perform at Chevrolet Centre. The concert begins at 8 p.m.
Aaron Tippin, the PovertyNeck Hillbillies and Shane Owens are about to become the first country
City getting estimates on Viking demolition
Funding equity was discussed at an earlier meeting. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Dayton teachers, employees face layoffs
DAYTON (AP) -- The public school board has approved $9.4 million in budget cuts beginning in January
Electronic voting machines easy to hack
Opinion: By DICK POLMAN PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER If you're worried that the newfangled electronic voting
State executes notorious serial killer
The killer pleaded guilty in 1994. STARKE, Fla. (AP) -- Danny Harold Rolling, Florida's most
FDA approves another drug to treat chronic hepatitis B
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The tens of thousands of people in the U.S. who are infected by hepatitis B each
'CATCH A FIRE'
'CATCH A FIRE' Grade: B Director: Phillip Noyce Rating: PG-13 for thematic material involving
Women should not drink cola heavily
Q. My wife and I, 58 and 63, both take bone-density prescriptions and 1,200 mg daily of calcium. We
Republicans reaping what they sowed
Opinion: Media pundits have just about given this year's election to the Democrats -- at least in the House
Focus on old girlfriend turned murder case
A phone tip from a Liberty restaurant led investigators to a key witness. By ED RUNYAN
Mavericks hold off Cavs in final preseason game
Dallas owner Mark Cuban brought his team back to his hometown . PITTSBURGH (AP) -- DeSagana Diop
She is 'Belle' of tennis courts
Annabelle Campbell of Sharon is one of 12 who will be inducted on Friday. By JOHN KOVACH
PREP FOOTBALL
PREP FOOTBALL Area playoff races Clinched No. 1 seed Mooney Clinched home game Hubbard
Warren firefighters carry woman to safety
WARREN -- Two city firefighters are being credited for carrying a woman to safety after her home
Bush uneasy on war's progress
Despite frustrations, Bush said the overall direction of the war will not change. WASHINGTON (AP)
2 spacecraft take off to study sun behavior
It's a 550 million two-year mission. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) -- Twin spacecraft blasted off
Poland Middle School to get McKinley sign
President McKinley graduated from the school in 1859. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
17 Ohio players on Gophers' team
Canfield's Justin Kucek will be punting for Minnesota against Ohio State. TOLEDO BLADE COLUMBUS
Fire guts Cherry Lane home in Hubbard
HUBBARD -- An early morning fire gutted a township home Wednesday, causing about 275,000 worth of
Ex-Iranian leader's arrest sought in bombing
The '94 bombing of a Jewish center killed 85. BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) -- Argentine
A picture's worth a million gallons (or more)
Construction, which is expected to be completed in 2007, continues on a new water tower on Kirk
Shot kills woman; man held in jail
A preliminary hearing is planned for Tuesday. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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USGA Women's
USGA WOMEN'S MID-AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIPS At West Point, Miss. Match Play Quarterfinals Upper
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"Iconoclasts" (9 p.m., Sundance Channel): "Sometimes you would draw these waves that were massive,
District stops training teachers, pupils to attack armed intruders
BURLESON, Texas (AP) -- A suburban Fort Worth school district that has been teaching pupils to
Series history full of disputes and controversy
Game 5 was postponed by rain and will be made up tonight in St. Louis. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Kenny
Be kind to your skin during the cold, dry winter months
Dear Readers: The dry, cold winter can take a toll on our skin. Heating systems dry out the air and
Girard shop break-in leads to 3 arrests
GIRARD -- Three men were arraigned in Girard Municipal Court on Wednesday after an early morning
Hacker 'DVD Jon' claims to have cracked restrictions
Songs purchased can't be played on portable devices made by other companies. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP)
Expected shortage of Fla. oranges likely to increase prices of juice
LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) -- An anticipated small crop of Florida oranges could squeeze the world's juice
Man gets probation in house explosion
WARREN -- One of the two men accused of causing the explosion of a house on Mercer Street while
Grisly crime photos displayed
The bodies were nearly completely burned. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
Fight Schedule
FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Oct. 27 At Miccosukee Resort, Miami, Cosme Rivera,
Trial date set for local attorney
COLUMBUS -- The felony perjury trial of a Boardman lawyer charged with lying to state investigators
BIG TEN ROUNDUP | News and notes
Paterno stories abound: As his 80th birthday draws nearer on Dec. 21, Joe Paterno remains vibrant
TERRY VERRELLI
TERRY VERRELLI At a glance Career record: 199-98-3 Coaching resume: Wilmington junior high
Private equity firm partner mum on reports of talks to buy Delphi
DETROIT FREE PRESS DETROIT -- Thomas Stallkamp, industrial partner with the private equity firm
Justice should be blind, but should not be dumb
Opinion: By JOHN BADEN MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE BOZEMAN, Mont. -- Though America's urban intellectuals may have
Buckcherry, Crossfade coming to The Wedge
AUSTINTOWN -- Buckcherry and Crossfade are coming back to the Mahoning Valley, but this time as part
Illinois State has incentive to keep streak
The contest will also be shown live in Youngstown over WFMJ-TV, Channel 21. By PETE MOLLICA
Poland has pedal pressed
But the Bulldogs will be hard-pressed to upend arch-rival Canfield. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Prime minister vents anger over U.S. actions
Nouri al-Maliki said he wasn't consulted about a Sadr City raid. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- An angry
Game 4 moved to today after two-hour rain delay
It was the fourth washout of the postseason. COMBINED DISPATCHES ST. LOUIS -- With a steady rain
Posluszny recovered from injury to play well again
He is a candidate to repeat as the nation's best defensive player and linebacker. STATE COLLEGE,
Women's role in rap declines
MC Lyte will be the sole woman honored this month at the Hip Hop Honors special. By NEKESA MUMBI
Report: Education earnings gap narrows slightly
The percentages of high school grads and college grads are increasing. WASHINGTON (AP) -- How much
THE RACE is fierce for a seat on the eight-county Youngstown-based 7th District Court of Appeals. The Vindicator makes its recommendation to voters today in an endorsement editorial. A8
THE RACE is fierce for a seat on the eight-county Youngstown-based 7th District Court of Appeals.
Hoge does it his own way
The artist has been compared to Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Michael and Jana Burns, Girard, girl, Oct. 24. Pedro
Wilmington's coach Verrelli eyes 200th win
Terry Verrelli has a 199-98-3 record as the Greyhounds' coach for 28 years. By RICK ELIA
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE Oct. 21: St. Louis 7, Detroit 2 Oct. 22: Detroit 3, St. Louis 1 Tuesday: St. Louis, 5,
Bookkeeper to complete auditor's term
NILES -- After 18 years as a bookkeeper in the city auditor's office, Charles Nader will complete
Database snafus anticipated
Things such as typos may prevent some voters from casting their ballot. ASSOCIATED PRESS Between
northfield
NORTHFIELD WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS 1st--Git My Drift 5.802.602.10 Belle Beckley (Stahl)3.202.40
Mercer businesses expect growth
MERCER, Pa. -- A survey indicates that 65 percent of Mercer County businesses expect sales growth
Trick-or-treat hours in Perry Township will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. An earlier listing gave the incorrect hours.
Trick-or-treat hours in Perry Township will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. An earlier listing
Home sales in region increased in September
The number of home sales in a local nine-county region increased in September, while the average
Game 5 starter depends on outcome of Game 4
Either Jeff Weaver or Anthony Reyes will pitch for the Cardinals in Game 5. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Jeff
nba preseason
NBA PRESEASON Wednesday's Games Memphis 92, Detroit 82 Philadelphia 110, New Jersey 88
Charged with homicide
Charged with homicide BURLINGTON, Vt. -- A man seen on surveillance video walking with a college
ATP Davidoff Swiss Indoors
ATP DAVIDOFF SWISS INDOORS At Basel, Switzerland Purse: $1.05 million (Intl. Series) Singles
Police coax man from city house
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police spent about a half-hour coaxing a man out of a South Side house after he
Putting a store on every corner?
Starbucks has no fear of opening stores across the street from each other. SEATTLE (AP) -- The
Both vulnerable. East deals.
Both vulnerable. East deals. NORTH K J 10 5 3 J 9 7 2 K 7 2 10 WEST EAST 9 8 6 2
Former supt. pleads to gambling
LISBON -- Randy Engle, 59, of Salem, the former Salem schools superintendent, pleaded guilty late
Earth, Wind & amp; Fire plans November show
YOUNGSTOWN -- Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday for Earth, Wind & amp; Fire, who will
Issue 4 is common sense alternative to issue 5
Opinion: Issue 4 is common sense alternative to issue 5 EDITOR: On Nov. 7, Ohio voters will have the
Anti-war referendums on ballots
More than 100 communities in several states will vote on the issue. BOSTON (AP) -- For a week and
Dem's flier raises a flap over foe's pigeon plan
Officials from both parties complained about the pigeon problem. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
NHL CAPSULES Wednesday's games
Panthers 4, Rangers 2 NEW YORK -- Ed Belfour made 35 saves and Jozef Stumpel scored two goals to
wednesday's nhl summaries
WEDNESDAY'S NHL SUMMARIES Hurricanes 5, Thrashers 4 Atlanta1210--4 Carolina3011--5 First
A new offensive coach: Davidson for Carthon
Jeff Davidson replaced Maurice Carthon as the offensive coordinator. BEREA (AP) -- Maurice Carthon
Wednesday's European Cups
WEDNESDAY'S EUROPEAN CUPS (Home teams listed first) England--League Cup Third Round
Panel urges shingles vaccine
The panel recommends the vaccine for people 60 and older. ATLANTA (AP) -- An influential
StateH.S.College
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West Branch blanks Salem
SALEM -- Matt McCain and Aaron Lamancusa each scored a goal for the West Branch High boys soccer
SURPLUS FOOD
Surplus food Friends House Chapel, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, noon to
School suspends 4 after they overdose
MASON, Ohio (AP) -- Four high school girls were suspended Wednesday, the day after they were taken
Dallas' Bledsoe gets demoted
IRVING, Texas (AP) -- Drew Bledsoe knew his interception near the goal line just before halftime was
Musical 'Dirty Dancing' opens in London to record box office
LONDON (AP) -- There's no Patrick Swayze, but a stage version of "Dirty Dancing" already looks like
National Football League
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA New England510.83313680 N.Y.
Today is Thursday, Oct. 26, the 299th day of 2006. There are 66 days left in the year. On this date in 1881, the "Gunfight at the OK Corral" takes place in Tombstone, Ariz., as Wyatt Earp, his two
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Oct. 26, the 299th day of 2006. There are 66 days left in the year. On this date
Religion front and center in Iraq
Opinion: By COLBERT I. KING WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Christians are being targeted in Iraq. It's not
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and