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BALLOON QUEST 2001 schedule of events

FRIDAY Noon -- Gates open, ride special matinee, crafts, food. 5 p.m. -- BINGO, sponsored by Union

Sharon school officials take gutsy position on grades

Opinion: If the Sharon school board votes to accept the policy recommended by Superintendent Richard Rossi,

YOUNGSTOWN -- Everyone's Irish at the annual Irish heritage festival, The Gathering of the Irish

Fund-raiser at Gardens

Fund-raiser at Gardens YOUNGSTOWN -- Fellows Riverside Gardens and Davis Center will close to the

REVIEW | 'Twelfth Night' Talented TNT cast stages energetic, witty production

The actors ably make their way through the many plot twists and physical humor of Shakespeare's

JILL KEAGY MICHAEL ALVETRO

JILL KEAGY MICHAEL ALVETRO YOUNGSTOWN -- The Marble Room at Stambaugh Auditorium was the setting

ULSTER PROJECT Breakfast to benefit Make A Wish Foundation

Teens from Northern Ireland will participate in the fund-raising project. BOARDMAN -- Mahoning

SUMMER SIZZLE Health in heat: Better sweat it

Although summer means pools and parks for some, others are concerned with the heat's potential

STAYING COOL

STAYING COOL Although children and the elderly are particularly susceptible to heat discomfort and

KAREN BARTELMAY JEFF SALAJKO

KAREN BARTELMAY JEFF SALAJKO CANFIELD -- The Rev. Terry Hazel presided at 2 p.m. June 30 at St.

Should we read it because we can?

Alice Randall falls short in trying to provide a more complex view of the South. By ROB STOUT

SCHEDULE Clan Day

10:55 a.m. -- Bagpiper. 11 a.m. -- Mass. 11:45 a.m. -- Welcome; breakfast foods available; American

ROAD WORK Area construction

A schedule of area road construction projects: MAHONING COUNTY Lake Milton: Work continues on

ISLAND respite

By NANCY BAILEY VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. -- As you head off the causeway

CHICAGO Boatloads of fun at the Windy City's Navy Pier

From the view from the deck of the Windy to the food at the restaurants on shore, Navy Pier has

The creation of Ambassador Technologies, a technology consulting company, came from turning a hobby

The Mitchell trustees have asked for another hearing before the full appellate court; meanwhile,

Laura J. Burdick, Michael P. Deeds to be married Oct. 27 in Washington

SPRINGFIELD -- An autumn wedding is planned by Laura Jean Burdick, 1909 N. Key Blvd., Arlington,

Wagners observe 50th anniversary at banquet center

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Charles Robert Wagner, 1350 Hazelwood Ave., celebrated their 50th wedding

FORMER INDIANS

FORMER INDIANS Some were booed, but some were cheered Fanfare: In response to Ricky George's

JULIA STEINER | LEONARD CARBONE

JULIA STEINER | LEONARD CARBONE AKRON -- The marriage of Julia Steiner, 90 E. Bridge St., Berea,

LISA PEZZENTI PETER PACKARD

LISA PEZZENTI PETER PACKARD AUSTINTOWN -- Lisa Marie Pezzenti and Peter A. Packard were married at

WORKING OUT Safety guidelines

Jeffrey Restuccio, author of "Fitness the Dynamic Gardening Way," explains strategies for getting a

SHENANGO RIVER LAKE Baby eagle is new kid in town

The first eaglet to be born at Shenango River Lake is now about 2 months old. By HAROLD GWIN

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MICKEY MANTLE Three area teams make fifth round in state tourney

The Astro Falcons, Youngstown Propane and Youngstown Express persevered through the loser's bracket

Officers installed by St. Charles club

BOARDMAN -- St. Charles Garden Club installed a slate of officers during its June 7 meeting held at

Lisa M. Ewing, Stephen A. Wolfe plan nuptials for mid-September

William and Sandra Ewing, 14 Mohican Drive, Girard, and Thomas and Carol Wolfe, 2134 Stiver St.,

SIDELIGHTS For all seniors

SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 9273 High St. N.E., Warren, has the following summer activities

THE HEAT INDEX, OR HEAT STRESS INDEX, MEASURES THE COMBINED EFFECTS OF AIR TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY, AND TYPICALLY IS INCLUDED IN WEATHER REPORTS. THE HIGHER THE INDEX, THE GREATER THE CHANCE OF

80 degrees to 90 degrees, fatigue from prolonged sun exposure or physical activity is possible. 90

Fall wedding set by Maria Carbone, Howard Frank

BOARDMAN -- Plans for the autumn wedding of their daughter, Maria Anna Carbone, and Howard Glenn

SCRAPPERS, NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE STATISTICS

SCRAPPERS STATISTICS (Through games Thursday) BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg Chris Small c20100.500

SHANNON ANDERSON KARL PENN

SHANNON ANDERSON KARL PENN YOUNGSTOWN -- Central Christian Church was the setting at 4 p.m. June

PHARMACIST

PHARMACIST Shelley earns degree Scott Shelley, son of Don and Pat Shelley of Girard, and a 1992

ERIN CLAY PATRICK BLAKEMAN

ERIN CLAY PATRICK BLAKEMAN NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place at 3:30 p.m.

MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS

MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS Today -- at Williamsport, 7 p.m. Monday -- at Williamsport, 7 p.m.

SENIOR CITIZENS

55-PLUS LIBERTY XLiberty 55-Plus Club will meet at noon Thursday for a picnic at a member's

3 men face various charges after car chase and crash

COITSVILLE -- Two Youngstown men and a Farrell, Pa., man were arrested on a variety of charges early

Drapchos renew marriage vows on anniversary

STRUTHERS -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Drapcho, 556 W. Omar St., was

In Savannah, history's around every corner

SAVANNAH, Ga. -- Most people who vacation off the coast of either South Carolina or Georgia usually

JEAN RINKO JASON ZETS

JEAN RINKO JASON ZETS YOUNGSTOWN -- The wedding of Jean Marie Rinko and Jason William Zets took

THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN

THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER WARREN -- Delmar

Trustees meeting

Trustees meeting NEWTON FALLS -- The Newton Falls Public Library board of trustees will meet at

Conflict over shooting

Conflict over shooting YOUNGSTOWN -- Police have been given conflicting reports in a shooting. A

Parents announce Ridge- Loomis wedding plans

Plans for the upcoming marriage of Christine Ridge and Christopher Loomis, both of 7949 Mines Road,

JULIE MOSTOV MATTHEW PALNIK

JULIE MOSTOV MATTHEW PALNIK BOARDMAN -- Ohev Tzedek Temple was the setting at 5:30 p.m. June 10

ROB STOUT

ROB STOUT SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Now that a United States Circuit Court of Appeals has made

LeBron evokes Joe's legacy

It's funny how one word can stir such emotions. And bring back a flood of memories. That word is

Allsopp-Daprile wedding is set for Oct. 20

POLAND -- The engagement of Amy Diane Allsopp and Anthony Richard Daprile, both of 3561/2 S.

GAME TIME Tonight

Who: Mahoning Valley Scrappers at Williamsport When: 7:05. Radio: WBBW-AM 1240.

MASONIC GROUPS

THURSDAY XA Scottish Rite family picnic will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Argus Park. Those attending

BALD EAGLE Offspring

Newborn bald eagles grow at the rate of about one pound every four or five days and are about 1 foot

Dinner party held in celebration of Schiavones' golden anniversary

POLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Peter Schiavone, 6090 Pawnee Place, were honored at a dinner party held June

TAMMY ACHEY CHARLES WILT

TAMMY ACHEY CHARLES WILT STRUTHERS -- Charles G. Wilt, 531 Sexton St., and his bride, the former

NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

MAHONING COUNTY Dacas HotMeals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 12 locations in Mahoning

AIDA GALVIS ROBERT BILLETT

AIDA GALVIS ROBERT BILLETT NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The wedding of Aida Galvis, daughter of Luz Mary

CARIE BRODE DANIEL WATSON

CARIE BRODE DANIEL WATSON YOUNGSTOWN -- A reception was held at the Maronite Center to honor

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ALL-STAR PENTATHLON Swimming showdown

Some of these swimmers have been competing since they were 4 years old. By PHIL NOVAK VINDICATOR

KERRIE KNUTTI RUSSELL BOWSER

KERRIE KNUTTI RUSSELL BOWSER YOUNGSTOWN -- Living in Morgantown, W.Va., after a honeymoon at

Heritage Day schedule

Heritage Day schedule NILES -- Antique appraisals will be offered during the city historical

A man plowed his car into a crowd at the finish line after he had been stopped from meeting the Tour

RAY SWANS0N | Keystoner Joey Bishop honored by East High

If anyone has done more for the benefit of boxing in the Youngstown area than Joey Bishop, I have

YSU

YSU Valentine picks Penguins YOUNGSTOWN -- Tennis player Ryen Valentine, a Marion High graduate,

LAUREN DONATELL CLARKE SEYLER

LAUREN DONATELL CLARKE SEYLER YOUNGSTOWN -- Lauren Elayne Donatelli, a daughter of Jerome and

HERMITAGE Teachers continue working

Negotiators have scheduled two bargaining sessions this month. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON

CRIME SOLVERS

CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County The theft of a firearm is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers

SCOTT SHALAWAY Nature's clock is the most reliable

Summer began right on schedule a few weeks ago, but no sooner did it arrive than it started to fade.

INDEPENDENT WRESTLING Taking their BUMPS

By PHIL NOVAK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- A mangled and warped mattress lies on top of

WARREN Car show celebrates Packard's odyssey

Events will include driving tours, educational programs, a swap meet and band performances. By

'8 SIMPLE RULES' Book takes light look at teen girls and dads

How do you handle your daughter's becoming a teen-ager? Try humor. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR

Bill would endanger children's health by fettering health boards

Opinion: Bill would endanger children's health by fettering health boards EDITOR: The Ohio Public

JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Borghetti legacy: Ernie's ties to Pitt lead son E.J. there

PITTSBURGH -- E.J. Borghetti is following in his father's footsteps at the University of Pittsburgh.

This show will be centered on the National Packard Museum on Mahoning Avenue N.W. Here's the

Free burn camp planned

Free burn camp planned AKRON -- The Summit/Stark Chapter of Aluminum Cans for Burned Children is

SHARON SHANKS | The Cosmos Like the stars, 'Cosmos' is making a transition

Did you know that when a super massive star (like Betelgeuse, for example) runs out of fuel, it

Both sides in nurses strike have reasons to settle

Opinion: At the risk of overstating the obvious, the strike by nurses of Forum Health has gone on far too

PET CARE

PET CARE UDon't leave pets in a car, even if the windows are open. Ten minutes could be long

Summer WORKOUT

By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT If yard and garden work define your summertime

NEW CASTLE 2001 Balloon Quest to offer more than just a lot of hot air

Some 20 hot air balloons -- including one shaped like the sun -- will be launched during the event.

GOLF CLASSIC ACS tri-county men's event set

Proceeds from the event will benefit the American Cancer Society. HOWLAND -- The American Cancer

MAHONING COUNTY Agency sets goals, strategy

CSB's vision is to be a nationally respected child protective agency, according to its proposed

Statistics show drop in airline flight delays

Statistics show drop in airline flight delays Flight delays were down in the first five months of

JACQUELINE CHUIRAZZI JAMES GIDDINGS III

JACQUELINE CHUIRAZZI JAMES GIDDINGS III GIRARD -- Nuptial vows were exchanged June 9 during a 1

GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY A summer picnic is planned for members of Garden Gate at the home of Barbara Murray. Co-

SUNBURN Symptoms: Red, sore, swollen or blistered skin, fever, headache. What to do: Take a shower

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Gambling Willy(Angus)8.403.403.80 Hot Sand(W Case Jr)5.604.00

Coys are honored at luncheon for 65th anniversary

CANFIELD -- Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Coy, 433 Fairground Blvd., were honored July 8 at a luncheon at

CURRENT PRICES From shows, sales, auctions

Silk piano shawl, embroidered flowers, pink, red, fuchsia, purple and teal, 12-inch fringe, c. 1935,

SALEM Residents will bid farewell to Jubilee

After a 20-year run, the Jubilee will present its last hurrah. By VERONICA GORLEY VINDICATOR

WANT WRESTLING?

WANT WRESTLING? What: Mikes' Hard Lemonade Summer Wrestling Series. When: Wednesday and Aug. 15.

BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES CLEVELAND -- The American Red Cross hopes to collect 500 pints of blood from 9 a.m.

AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball

TRI-T COLT (ages 17-18) East Palestine Venezia Auto Sales 6, Niles Atronics 4 -- Winning pitcher

Company presents new series of tools

Milwaukee Electric Tool has introduced a series of large sanders and grinders with 4.0-horsepower

TRUMBULL COUNTY FAIR Going, going, gone! Highest bids buy kids' 4-H projects

The money is often used to finance future fair projects. By JENNINE ZELEZNIK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

BIRTHS

Forum Health Northside Patricia Murphy and Jason Gray, 45 S. Evanston, Youngstown, boy, Saturday.

MELISSA TRIGG KEVIN COLLINS

MELISSA TRIGG KEVIN COLLINS CANFIELD -- The wedding of Melissa Ann Trigg, daughter of Bill and

OLD HOME WEEK Fredonia

Tonight: Vespers services at 7. Monday: Bridge building contest for children in ninth through 12th

ROBIN BETRAS WILLIAM MANSOURZADEH

ROBIN BETRAS WILLIAM MANSOURZADEH BOARDMAN -- The wedding of Robin N. Betras, 104 Spitfire Lane,

KEYSTONE CLIPS State rep opposes lowering of hunting age

State Rep. Rod Wilt of Greenville, R-17th, thinks lowering the hunting age in Pennsylvania to 10

MIKE BRAUN Loaded for bear at the DOW?

When man and one of Mother Nature's creatures are at odds, it is usually Mom's offspring that gets

ELIZABETH TSVETKOFF MICHAEL DOMINIC

ELIZABETH TSVETKOFF MICHAEL DOMINIC BOARDMAN -- Living at 2445 Waterfall Lane, Columbus, after a

Meeting schedule for the week of July 15:

Meeting schedule for the week of July 15: MONDAY Post 76, American Legion, 395 W. California

RECALLS Cleaners and blowers

STRIPPERS/CLEANERS What: About 18,000 bottles of Flood StainStrip and FloodPro Stripper/Cleaner

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO South Pacific When: 3 today; 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and July 27-28; 3 p.m. next

Family get-together being planned for July 27 to celebrate Patricks' 50th

BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Wayne G. Patrick, 8493 Crystal Drive, will celebrate their fiftieth wedding

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Buick Pontiac GMC, a Market Street auto dealership, was listed in Ward's

All events will be on the stage at Broadway Avenue and East State Street unless otherwise noted.

Krispinsky's performances behind mike color games

NILES -- To Chad Krispinsky, a Mahoning Valley Scrappers game is like theater. "In essence, it's

BOARDMAN A lesson learned the painful way

Similar injuries leave most people paralyzed, doctors said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR

By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER WARREN -- Delmar Figinsky's small trucking

GAME TIME Today

Who: Dodgers (Brown 7-4) at Pirates (Beimel 4-4). When: 5:05. Radio: WBZY-AM (1280).

INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go By air: You can either fly into Savannah, which is 75 miles to the north,

NYP LEAGUE 'Cutters hand Scrappers 4-1 loss

Williamsport scored three runs in the seventh inning. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

Petrellas honored for golden jubilee at reception

YOUNGSTOWN -- A celebration took place July 14 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in honor of Mr. and

JACKSON-MILTON Replace, repair high school, report suggests

The board of education may ask voters to pay for construction of a new high school. By IAN HILL

COURTS

TRUMBULL COUNTY Docket Margaret E. Wilson vs. Donald E. Haines, settled and dismissed. John

WHAT'S DOING?

SPECIAL EVENTS USecond annual Gene Winchell Memorial 3D Bowhunting Tournament will be held by the

Field construction progressing at park

Field construction progressing at park GIRARD -- Construction of an all-purpose practice field in

BASEBALL

BASEBALL MICKEY MANTLE STATE TOURNAMENT (16 and under) SATURDAY'S SCORES Youngstown

OHIO

OHIO Spring turkey hunting season a record breaker COLUMBUS - A record 26,156 bearded wild

New York author to sign books in Warren

New York author to sign books in Warren WARREN -- Jonah Winter of Brooklyn, N.Y., will sign copies

JACK WOLLITZ Long story short: A great day fishing

One of my favorite fish stories begins on a hot July day. It was the kind of day when a

JAMES DULLEY Cut Your Utility Bills Choose landscape shade trees carefully

Q. I live in a fairly new house that needs some landscaping. I think the proper placement of trees

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BOARDMAN POLICE Rules of the road change for pursuits

Officers will continue to pursue serious suspected criminals. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR

VETERANS

VETERANS Pharmacist honored YOUNGSTOWN -- Alfred Dudek, 79, of 940 Larkridge Ave., received the

EXERCISES Counting calories

According to Fitness magazine, gardening burns up about as many calories as fast walking. In 60

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