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Defensive tackles Laws, Landri lead Irish defense
They are always mentioned together and play side-by-side on the field. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) --
Victory Christian Center plans spark hearing
The estimated cost of a new worship center is 7 million to 10 million. By LINDA M. LINONIS
Pick a purple pouch to update wardrobe
MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS One of the simplest ways to update a wardrobe is with accessories. And this
Charlie Wilson is sounding like a winner
Opinion: It's a safe assumption that state Sen. Charlie Wilson, the Democratic candidate in Ohio's 6th
Sharon felony arrests
Sharon felony arrests SHARON, Pa. -- Sharon police have had 26 felony crimes committed in the city
Ex-Browns' Green has breast cancer
The former backfield mate of Jim Brown wants others to be aware. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Monday mornings
Cool Web sites
www.deadoraliveinfo.com Quick, which of these celebrities is still alive -- former TV-show host Art
Voting machines hype is without foundation
Opinion: By PAUL DeGREGORIO MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE Americans have been bombarded lately with tales about how
Regulators award slots license to Presque Isle Downs
HARRISBURG (AP) -- State gambling regulators awarded a slot-machine license to Presque Isle Downs on
Passenger in stolen car faces charge
BOARDMAN -- The passenger in a stolen car that led police on a brief low-speed chase was charged
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Dawn McLaughlin and Jason Andrews, Rogers, girl, Oct.
Lawyer says dog-fight video is free speech
The law under which the man was convicted is not applicable, his lawyer said. PITTSBURGH POST-
CAMPAIGN FINANCE Pre-general election
Candidates and issue committees on the Nov. 7 general election ballot were required to file campaign
"I affirm that this government represents the will of the people and no one has the right to impose a timetable on it. ... I am positive that this is not the official policy of the American government
Opinion: "I affirm that this government represents the will of the people and no one has the right to impose
2007 Tour de France to have British beginning
For the first time ever the race will start in Britain. PARIS (AP) -- The 2007 Tour de France will
As times change, Ohio should join the smoke-free world
Editorial: When tobacco interests realized that a coalition of anti-smoking health care organizations was
Downtown Kiwanis holds installation
YOUNGSTOWN -- Tom Eisenbraun of Poland was installed as president of Downtown Kiwanis Club of
Ancient Pompeii brothel reopens
POMPEII, Italy (AP) -- It was the jewel of Pompeii's libertines: a brothel decorated with frescoes
Utility issues to be topic on Sunday show
YOUNGSTOWN -- Chris Verich of the Ohio Consumers Counsel will discuss utility issues and the 30th
Man felled trees with no OK
The value of the trees is estimated at nearly $1,500. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Nittany Lions try for big finish
They take on Purdue Saturday in another Big Ten matchup. THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER PHILADELPHIA
'Evil Dead' offers bloody good fun in musical form
Three graduates of an Ontario college rewrote the movie for the stage. NEW YORK (AP) -- Sit in the
Study: Regular exercise cuts the risk of colds for women
Exercise in moderation was found to be key to the findings. SCRIPPS HOWARD Older women who
Football film 'Facing the Giants' fails to score as inspirational offering
By JEFF STRICKLER (MINNEAPOLIS) STAR-TRIBUNE The religious proselytizing in the football movie
Mooney subdues Irish, 4-0, for 15th win, regional berth
Mimi Vitello scored two goals as the Cardinals posted their 14th shutout. By JOHN KOVACH
Two feet of snow closes highways, grounds flights
The storm encouraged one ski resort to announce it is opening in a week. DENVER (AP) -- The
Purple provides powerful shot of color for drab outfits
Spice up fashions with one of the many shades of purple. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS LEXINGTON, Ky. --
THE BIG ONES | From 2005
U.S. deaths and damage from five hurricanes that struck the United States in 2005, according to the
Rescue Mission's plan to build moves forward
A new facility would cost about $5 million. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN --
Walk to raise funds for trauma services
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Kiwanis Club of Downtown Youngstown, in cooperation with the trauma services
Hints create extra storage space
Dear Readers: Closets are never big enough to hold everything we want to put in them. Of course,
COLLEGE PREVIEW \ Saturday's games
Capital (7-0, 6-0 OAC) vs. Mount Union (7-0, 6-0) Game time: 1:30 p.m., Mount Union Stadium,
Killings came as a surprise, witness says
McKinney killed one woman because she didn't give him money, a witness said. By ED RUNYAN
Big Ben appears ready to go in Oakland Sunday
He took all the snaps in Thursday's practice, but has to pass doctor's tests. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Change order OK'd for East
The unfinished walls had 'a dungeon look,' a school board member said. YOUNGSTOWN -- A pair of
Council moves to raise sewer rates
Residents eventually will be billed monthly. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU
Woman charged with assaulting authorities
BOARDMAN -- A Youngstown woman is accused of striking a police officer and kicking a firefighter
4 firefighters die battling wildfire
Authorities plan to offer a $100,000 reward in an effort to find the arsonist. POPPET FLAT, Calif.
The Cards are in command
St. Louis defeated Detroit, 5-4, for a 3-1 Series lead. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- David Eckstein went
Ex-schools chief pleads guilty
Engle denies making betting-related calls from the schools. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
Phantoms travel to Michigan for two against Ice Diggers
The Phantoms take on the Alpena Ice Diggers tonight and Saturday. BOARDMAN -- The Mahoning Valley
Ohio seeks appeal of suspended voter ID law
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Overruling the state's top elections official, state attorneys started the process
Fast-food chains tap into breakfast market
More restaurants are challenging McDonald's dominance at breakfast. RALEIGH NEWS & amp;
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Browns: Right offensive tackle Ryan Tucker missed practice Thursday with what coach Romeo Crennel
POLICE OFFICER SPEAKS: Detective Sgt. Peter Pizzulo of the Trumbull County Sheriff's Department testifies about his investigation into the deaths of Wanda Rollyson and her daughter Rebecca Cliburn
POLICE OFFICER SPEAKS: Detective Sgt. Peter Pizzulo of the Trumbull County Sheriff's Department
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jarrod T. Grubb, 18, of 2999 Polly Road, Ravenna, and Megan M.
Engine problems have hurt Gordon this season
We're running out of Jeffs at the top of the NASCAR Nextel Cup standings. More to the point, four-
Man gets probation in purchasing scandal
In sentencing the repairman, the judge noted his lack of a prior criminal record. By TIM YOVICH
PREP PREVIEW \ Regional cross country
When: Saturday Where: Boardman High School Schedule: Boys -- Div. III 11:05 a.m.; Div. II 11:50;
Rapist's outburst leads to sentencing delay
The prosecution is asking for a 90-year to life prison term for the child rapist. By TIM YOVICH
Penguins must be ready for ISU
Coach Jon Heacock says the team must put last week's loss behind them. By PETE MOLLICA
Judge defends Dann against attack ad
Ads attacking defense attorneys are 'done in poor taste,' the judge says. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Chaney takes City Series finale over Wilson
The Cowboys took advantage of four second half turnovers by the Redmen. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU
Judge gives rapist 5 life prison terms
A judge accepted the rapist's apology before sentencing him. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Padres' Bochy eyes job with SF
Giants get permission to talk to San Diego manager SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- San Diego manager Bruce
SteelHounds ready for home opener tonight
Youngstown takes on the Rocky Mountain Rage at 7:05 at the Chevy Center. YOUNGSTOWN -- A fresh
Local incubator is tops in Ohio
Incubator tenants received $32.8 million in outside investment in one year. By DON SHILLING
Boys and Girls Club opens parking lot
Safety and accessibility are the reasons behind the improvements. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR
Breathing a sigh of relief
Experts predicted up to 17 named storms, but so far only nine have materialized. MIAMI (AP) --
Today in history
Opinion: Today is Friday, Oct. 27, the 300th day of 2006. There are 65 days left in the year. On this date in
Greenford Ruritan club elects officers
GREENFORD -- The nomination and election of officers who will head the Greenford Ruritan Club in
Macenna's makeover is magical
HBA raised the money to make a little girl's wish come true. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR
Two homes declared unfit for habitation
One home owner did not respond to notices to get water. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF
State office probes fatal house fire
A son made it out of the house and was not injured. CANFIELD -- The state fire marshal's office is
Nine drivers have shot at points lead
They will compete in Bass Pro Shop 500 Sunday. SPORTING NEWS NASCAR WIRE SERVICE If the 2006
Noe created records for fake transactions, coin collector testifies
TOLEDO (AP) -- A coin dealer charged with stealing from a 50 million state investment created fake
Language should unify
Opinion: Language should unify EDITOR: If there's one subject that America has always been equal about,
Lack of nonrelated friends begins to concern her
Dear Annie: I have no friends and am not sure if I want any. Yet I read all the time about how
WRTA to save money with fuel consortium
YOUNGSTOWN -- Western Reserve Transit Authority will lock in diesel fuel prices for one year and
Black Sabbath is back
Black Sabbath is back LOS ANGELES -- The Black Sabbath boys are back, as the new band Heaven and
Microsys enters joint venture
Boardman will be the headquarters for the new operation. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS
Wal-Mart generics plan doesn't faze pharmacists
Some local stores say their prices already match Wal-Mart's new offer. By DON SHILLING
Mount Union set for showdown against Capital
The two teams are unbeaten and ranked No. 1 and 4 in Division III. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR
The Ohio Department of Education lists 17 charter schools in the Youngstown-Warren area. They are:
The Ohio Department of Education lists 17 charter schools in the Youngstown-Warren area. They are:
A how-to guide on calls to the wild
Hunting coyotes at night is not a good idea, the speaker said. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR STAFF
Most parents are willing to ask kids to take drug test, survey finds
DETROIT FREE PRESS DETROIT -- A majority of parents of teens are willing to ask them to take a
Rumsfeld's prophecy has come true
Opinion: At lunch Monday with a small group of columnists, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld handed us a
Team must remain focused
The Buckeyes still have three games before the showdown with Michigan. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Like two
Three radio stations to move studios to downtown
The studios will open early next year. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The
East-West vulnerable. South deals.
East-West vulnerable. South deals. NORTH K 7 4 3 Q 10 8 2 8 7 4 3 2 WEST EAST 9 6
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Hubbard and Liberty: GIRARD Oct. 22 Assault:
Warren Kiwanis honors Kimble
WARREN -- Ken Kimble of Austintown was named Kiwanian of the Year by the Kiwanis Club of Warren
Regional Business Digest
REGION Mexican companies ask Venture Plastics for bids NEWTON FALLS -- Venture Plastics, an
'Just back off,' Rumsfeld tells war critics
Setting benchmark dates for progress is difficult, the secretary of state said. WASHINGTON (AP) --
SEC OKs filing of claims against former officers
ASSOCIATED PRESS The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the filing of civil fraud
Lineups: YSU vs. Illinois State
YSU OFFENSE RT -- (68) Pat Walker (6-5, 290, Sr.); (71) Erik Claxon (6-7, 340, Sr.) RG -- (67)
Killing attributed to 30-year grudge
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- For five years, the death of Sandra Baker Joyner after a mini-facelift was
57 reports filed in past year of people stuck in elevators
Officials say the elevator that killed a student was about 1,100 pounds over its limit. COLUMBUS
Warrant leads to removal of 15 horses
CANFIELD -- Fifteen horses a veterinarian deemed were being mistreated were removed from 5156 S.
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE Nextel Cup Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 --
Friday's Best Bets on TV
"It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" (8 p.m., ABC): Maybe tonight will be the night when the
Exxon Mobil earnings rise to 10.49B
The oil company's profits may be even higher this quarter, an analyst says. DALLAS (AP) -- Oil
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield Board of Education board meeting, work session 9:45 a.m., meeting 10
SELECTED STOCKS
STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Aqua America, .46, 24.55 .48 Avalon Holdings,7.51.11 Clear
Commission OKs more funds
The appropriations included $60,000 more for the municipal court. GIRARD -- The state-appointed
Death toll for U.S. troops hits highest level in year
Violence traditionally increases during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Sheffield angry with New York
Yankees plan to exercise his $13 million option for next season NEW YORK (AP) -- Gary Sheffield is
Salem captures district crown
The Quakers knocked off TAC champion Hubbard in three games. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
Halloween pet contest, photos on Vindy.com
Halloween pet contest, photos on Vindy.com Halloween -- it's not just for people anymore. Pets of
Panel dismisses complaint in race
The complaint said the information in the ad didn't appear in a newspaper. By JEFF ORTEGA
Minister honored for her service
The award winner started a conversation group to deal with mental health issues. HOWLAND -- The
Girlfriend says McKinney wanted to leave town
The murder defendant prayed to be forgiven for tremendous sins. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS American Association of University Women, Boardman-Canfield Branch, will meet
Group grades urban areas for ease of mass evacuation
Some city leaders say other disaster response options need to be better funded. WASHINGTON POST
Ore's runs power Virginia Tech
Branden Ore ripped Clemson for 203 yards rushing and two touchdowns. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) --
Dozens of civilians killed in NATO strike
An Afghan official said militants fled into homes, which NATO then struck. LAY KUNDI, Afghanistan
CITIES How they rate
A new study assigned evacuation-capacity scores to major urban areas based on the capacity of roads
SURPLUS FOOD 10/28
Surplus food Howland Community Church, 198 Niles-Cortland Road S.E., serving a free lunch from
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Andrew Kocak of Youngstown on a receiving stolen
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& lt;B & gt;BASS, & lt;/B & gt; Marilyn F., 74, of Canfield; calling hours today
NHL ROUNDUP \ Thursday's games
Sabres 3, Islanders 0 UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- Maxim Afinogenov pumped in a goal and assist and Ryan
Levy failure would force big loan
School officials will hold an open forum on the levy at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. By HAROLD GWIN
U.S. government to develop physical-activity guidelines
Lack of exercise contributes to the 2 trillion in health care costs, an official said. WASHINGTON
Strickland fund outpaces Blackwell's
The attorney general candidates have raised 7.5 million combined. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
Bush signs bill for 700-mile fence
The Mexican government reiterated its strong opposition to the measure. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. YOUR OPINION MATTERS: The
2 soldiers arraigned in deaths of detainees
2 soldiers arraigned in deaths of detainees FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. -- Two soldiers from the 101st
Crestview district volleyball champ
The Rebels eliminated top-seeded Girard in three games. SALEM -- It took second-seeded Crestview
Boardman twins lead team into regional test Saturday
Rick and Jack Lape carry the Spartans hope for a state meet berth. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Paul remnants dampen Mexico
SAN JOSE DEL CABO, Mexico (AP) -- The remnants of Tropical Storm Paul soaked Mexico's mainland
Food collection
Food collection Canned goods will be accepted for the needy at the Grist Mill, 1741 S. Raccoon
Study: Charter schools must be accountable
The system needs a better method of checks and balances, the report says. By HAROLD GWIN
BIG BEN WILL PLAY
Big Ben will play It looks like Ben Roethlisberger will play in the Steelers' game against the
New Middletown store hit in armed robbery
NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Police are investigating an armed robbery at McQuaids convenience store at 10367
'FACING THE GIANTS'
'FACING THE GIANTS' Grade: D Director: Alex Kendrick. Running time: 1 hour, 51 minutes. Rating: PG
FUTURE PLANS Chaney vs. East
YOUNGSTOWN -- Although City Series football came to an end after 79 seasons following the Chaney-
ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Bass Pro Shops MBNA 500 Hampton, Ga. Schedule: Friday, qualifying (Speed
Man shot in mouth
Man shot in mouth YOUNGSTOWN -- Steven Slade, 18, of Woodside Avenue was sitting on his porch,