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GIANT EAGLE LPGA CLASSIC 12th annual tourney set at Squaw Creek
Action kicks off Monday with several amateur events. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
SCRAPPERS, NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE STATISTICS
SCRAPPERS STATISTICS (Through games Thursday) BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg. Chris Small c20100.500
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Cory Ketler, age 11, of West Middlesex, Pa., aced the 157-yard No. 15 hole at Deer Creek Golf Course
INVESTMENTS There's money in the banks
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN Stocks of locally based banks are soaring this year. By DON SHILLING
HEATHER HOUSTON DAVID LITTLER
HEATHER HOUSTON DAVID LITTLER YOUNGSTOWN -- The American Hungarian Reformed Church was the setting
Mr. and Mrs. Glavan are honored at family event for 50th jubilee
POLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. Glavan, 7150 Indian Trail, were honored June 23 on the occasion of
HEATHER TYGER STEPHEN BYCROFT
HEATHER TYGER STEPHEN BYCROFT NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Heather Tyger and Stephen Bycroft, both of 486 S.
1990 SCORES
PlayerParScoreMoney x-Beth Daniel-965-69-73--20760,000 Patty Sheehan-970-68-69--20737,000
2000 SCORES
PlayerParTotalMoney Dorothy Delasin-11205$150,000 Pat Hurst-1120593,093 Wendy Ward-920754,514
CANFIELD -- A few years ago, Brian Palumbo thought it would be a great idea to open a coffee shop
CANFIELD -- A few years ago, Brian Palumbo thought it would be a great idea to open a coffee shop
Metal & amp; METTLE
A BattleBot competitor from Columbiana hopes to promote awareness of his son's disorder. By
1999 Gallagher-Smith dominates
She shot a record for the three-day tournament and won her first LPGA title. By PETE MOLLICA
BEATITUDE HOUSE 10 years of battling the poverty cycle
By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Thirteen years ago, screenwriter Dennis
COURTS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Phillip P. Acitelli, 58 of 353 Airport Road N.W., Warren, and
YSU BASKETBALL Robic: Schedule is school's strongest
Kent State and Butler help make the Penguins' 2001-02 slate a challenging one. By PETE MOLLICA
THE KOVELS | Antiques and collectibles Construction makes garden seats rare
Did you ever sit on an antique majolica garden seat? Were the breakable seats taken inside in the
AREA CALENDAR
JULY TODAY -- Second round of the 11th annual Doc Candella Memorial Stroke Play Tournament at
Decked out IN SUN
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Vinyl is final -- wood's no good. This might well
Exhibit areas will close
Exhibit areas will close WARREN -- Exhibit areas in Trumbull Art Gallery, 720 Mahoning Ave. N.W.,
Browns facing rugged schedule
Earlier this week, Butch Davis, the new coach of the Cleveland Browns, talked about the start of
Blood pressure checks
Blood pressure checks BROOKFIELD -- Blood pressure screenings are available from 10 a.m. to noon
MUSEUMS Area attractions
Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: "Heart & amp;
Facility officials question need for new Forum Health center
THE VINDICATOR/YOUNGSTOWN Austintown Ambulatory has been offering urgent-care services since 1986.
CAREER PATHS
ADVERTISING AUSTINTOWN -- Marcus Thomas LLC, an advertising and public relations agency with
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Marlow Hanover (Case)2.602.202.10 Cmon Sloopy Hangon (D
VETERANS
VETERANS Black soldiers honored At 10 a.m. Monday at Arlington National Cemetery, the Department
OHIO Outlook of zoning upsets residents
Some Ohio cities want a referendum to stop the annexation reform bill awaiting the governor's
Police find body of man
Police find body of man YOUNGSTOWN -- Police on patrol found a man's body in a wooded area off
MERCER Baptism gowns displayed
The preservationist said it takes about 30 minutes to preserve each christening gown. By VIRGINIA
IF YOU GO Baseball Hall of Fame
Location/directions: Cooperstown is in central New York State, 70 miles west of Albany and 30 miles
West wins, stays alive for district finale
The Boardman West team celebrates three runners scoring in the second inning of Saturday's district
LAWRENCE COUNTY Program fosters a love for animals
Volunteers are needed to provide foster homes for homeless dogs and cats. By LAURE CIOFFI
Minchers renew vows for 50th at dinner party
BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Herbert A. Mincher of Boardman were guests of honor during a dinner party
INSIDE
INSIDE XToday in Section J, we preview the Giant Eagle LPGA Classic. The event returns to Squaw
Officer injured at fire
Officer injured at fire NILES -- Niles police said one officer was being taken to a hospital
POINT IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION: Shugar's Country Crafts is one of several gift shops lining Volant's
POINT IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION: Shugar's Country Crafts is one of several gift shops lining Volant's
MAHONING VALLEY Agreement has ladies staying through 2004
VIENNA -- The Board of Mahoning Valley Sports Charities, Inc., the non-profit foundation that owns
Squaw Creek days had rain, playoffs
Despite rainy conditions, the tourney had dramatic finishes. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
Pros have to make shots
The Giant Eagle LPGA Classic comes to Squaw Creek Country Club this week and it might just be the
Welfare rights agency
Welfare rights agency WARREN -- The Warren-Trumbull Welfare Rights Organization and Ohio Client
Seniors shape up
By VERONICA GORLEY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER Nick DiFabio, 67, is familiar with exercising. In
Volant offers at-home setting
VOLANT, Pa. -- Nestled on the winding banks of Neshannock Creek, a way back in the rolling hills of
ROAD WORK Area construction
A schedule of area road construction projects: MAHONING COUNTY Lake Milton: Work continues on
Dinner party held to celebrate Sanchez jubilee
BOARDMAN -- A dinner party June 16 at Tippecanoe Country Club, Canfield, honored Mr. and Mrs. Marce
Former Spartan star in Giant Eagle field
By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF VIENNA -- Kelly Cap was an all-state golfer at Boardman
JULIE WEISS SCOTT ADAMS
JULIE WEISS SCOTT ADAMS MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. -- Living in Rochester Hills, Mich., are Scott D.
WIC gives baby showers
WIC gives baby showers YOUNGSTOWN -- In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week and Breastfeeding
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Marlow Hanover (Case)2.602.202.10 Cmon Sloopy Hangon (D
The Vindicator/Rebecca Sloan
The Vindicator/Rebecca Sloan TRANSFORMED: Built in 1812, Volant's old mill is now a gift shop and
AIMEE CARTER ROBERT SMITH
AIMEE CARTER ROBERT SMITH YOUNGSTOWN -- Honeymooning in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, are Robert
NOREEN WHITE TIMOTHY NEWELL
NOREEN WHITE TIMOTHY NEWELL STRUTHERS -- A honeymoon in Cancun, Mexico, followed the June 23
Communi-Tee Night set for Wednesday
VIENNA -- It definitely won't be all golf during the 2001 Giant Eagle LPGA Classic which begins
BRIAN RICHESSON | Scrappers Message to fans: Don't panic
Neal Huntington doesn't lay awake at night wondering why the Mahoning Valley Scrappers have the
KRISTIN LANTERMAN BRIAN PANIGALL
KRISTIN LANTERMAN BRIAN PANIGALL YOUNGSTOWN -- Kristin Lanterman, daughter of Thomas and Mary
University trustees praise style, initiatives of Sweet
A faculty leader says the pace of Sweet's first year was slow. By RON COLE VINDICATOR STAFF
ANNIKA SORENSTAM Profile
Born: 10/9/70 Stockholm, Sweden Residence: Incline Village, Nev. Rookie Year: 1994 Career Victories:
Zlotnicks honored at brunch for 50th anniversary
YOUNGSTOWN -- Judge and Mrs. Julius A. Zlotnick of Youngstown were honored July 1 at a champagne
GINA DIORIO PATRICK FECKO
GINA DIORIO PATRICK FECKO POLAND -- A honeymoon to the Bahamas followed the July 7 wedding of
LISA ROTUNNO CHRISTOPHER MODELSKI
LISA ROTUNNO CHRISTOPHER MODELSKI LOWELLVILLE -- Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church was the
CAFARO FIELD Scrappers hang on, win slugfest, 11-10
The Renegades threatened in the ninth inning. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES
2000 Rookie Delasin wins in playoff
An exciting playoff against Pat Hurst gave Delasin the victory. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES American League Seattle 6, Minnesota 3 Cleveland 8, Detroit 4 Chicago White
The Mafia got Valley into its current mess, why not let them get us out of it?
Opinion: The Mafia got Valley into its current mess, why not let them get us out of it? EDITOR: It is so
THE WORKPLACE Study: Job stress is widespread
White-collar burnout is now the focus of much research. RALEIGH NEWS & amp; OBSERVER Unlike
Latest drug ring bust reveals the extent of the problem
Opinion: When the 10 to 20 additional accused in two drug trafficking drug rings that have operated in
Zalkas feted at dinner for golden jubilee
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Zalka of 734 Pasadena Ave. were honored July 21 at a Mass at Sts.
Kovaches mark 50th jubilee at dinner party
CAMPBELL -- A dinner celebration was held July 1 at the Holiday Inn in Boardman in honor of the 50th
Soaring spirits fill the sky
Balloon Quest 2001 has taken flight at Scotland Meadows Park, off U.S. 224 in Union Township, Pa.
NILES City to remove soil for bridge
The contract for the $7.21 million project is expected to be awarded in March. By DENISE DICK
1992 SCORES
PlayerParScoreMoney x-Betsy King-771-67-71--209$75,000 Donna Andrews-770-69-70--20935,643 Beth
KELLY HANNON KEITH FIZET
KELLY HANNON KEITH FIZET YOUNGSTOWN -- The marriage of Kelly Hannon and Keith Fizet, both of
YOUNGSTOWN YSU chief reflects on 1st year
Dr. David Sweet says it's unlikely the university will reach its enrollment target this fall. By
Andrea Fair and Steven Lazroff to wed Aug. 18 at Fellows Riverside Gardens
AUSTINTOWN -- Roger and Charolette Fair, 82 N. Navarre Ave., announce the engagement of their
PlayerParTotalMoney
PlayerParTotalMoney x-Tammie Green-1364-71-68--203$90,000 Laura Davies-1367-66-70--20355,855
CARISSA SAYERS GARY HICKENBOTTOM
CARISSA SAYERS GARY HICKENBOTTOM STALEY, N.C. -- Carissa Lynn Sayers and Gary Lee Hickenbottom
New experiences: One way to encourage your family to try new things is to let your kids take the
New experiences: One way to encourage your family to try new things is to let your kids take the
1996 SCORES
PlayerParScoreMoney Michelle McGann-1671-64-65--200$90,000 Kim Saiki-1368-67-68--20355,855
CASIE HOLZER DAVID JOYCE
CASIE HOLZER DAVID JOYCE POLAND -- A reception at The Embassy in Youngstown followed the June 30
LISETTE LEBRON JAMES ALBERTI
LISETTE LEBRON JAMES ALBERTI YOUNGSTOWN -- Lisette Lebron, daughter of Jacinto and Juanita Lebron,
Knowledge of language not needed
White found out most Chinese are well acquainted with the United States. EAST LIVERPOOL -- Anyone
1997 Green beats Davies
Tammie Green's determined win in a marathon struggle marked her second area LPGA championship.
ST. BRENDAN'S Saunders honored with golf benefit
He's been a coach at the school for the last 25 years. LAKE MILTON -- The first St. Brendan School
Rosens honored at reception for 50th anniversary
STRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. Carl D. Rosen of 140 Renee Drive were the guests of honor July 8 at a
KARRIE WEBB Profile
Born: 12/21/74 Ayr, Queensland, Australia Residence: Boynton Beach, Fla. Rookie Year: 1996
The tournament manager said he expects homeowners to open their yards for paid parking.
The tournament manager said he expects homeowners to open their yards for paid parking. By PETE
1991 SCORES
PlayerParScoreMoney x-Deb Richard-970-69-68--207$75,000 Jane Geddes-969-70-68--20746,250
MGIANT EAGLE CLASSIC MONEY LEADERS
MGIANT EAGLE CLASSIC MONEY LEADERS (Combined earnings for 11 tournaments) PlayerNo. EventsTotal
SWEET'S FIRST YEAR
SWEET'S FIRST YEAR At a glance Highlights of Dr. David Sweet's first year as Youngstown State
The 2000 Rookie of the Year is "bummed" that she won't get that chance on the course she won on.
The 2000 Rookie of the Year is "bummed" that she won't get that chance on the course she won on.
1996 McGann's final-round flurry sets event record
The Florida native shot a 7-under in her final round to become Avalon's first two-time LPGA
CONNIE MACK Area teams are ousted: 4 squads still contend
WW Heating won a tiebreaker to earn a regional berth. STRUTHERS -- JL Clevelanders, Cleveland
2001 SCHEDULE Days' highlights
MONDAY 8:00 a.m. -- The Vindicator Pro-Am. 9:00 a.m. -- TMH Foundation Golf Clinic Noon --
YOLANDA DOSSMAN ROBERT NEWBERY
YOLANDA DOSSMAN ROBERT NEWBERY STRUTHERS -- Married at 4 p.m. July 7 at Yellow Creek Park were
WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings
Meeting schedule for the week of July 22: TODAY Post 6488, VFW, 2065 Coitsville-Hubbard Road,
HEATHER SCURTI JUSTIN DURKIN
HEATHER SCURTI JUSTIN DURKIN AUSTINTOWN -- The Rev. James Korda heard the exchange of vows
GARDEN FORUM Trips planned
Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, or the Garden Center, (330) 740-
Top cash winner of local tournament is Ohioan
Two-time champion Tammie Green's best finish at Squaw Creek was third in 1991. By PETE MOLLICA
CAFARO FIELD Scrappers prevail in 33-hit slugfest
Mahoning Valley made it two straight victories over Hudson Valley. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR
1995 SCORES
PlayerParScoreMoney x-Michelle McGann-1165-70-70--205$82,500 Katie Peterson-1165-69-71--
THE PROCESS
THE PROCESS How annexation works There are several steps that must be followed before a property
FAMILY ACTIVITIES Yes, you're there, with help of guidebook
'Cleveland Family Fun' points the way to spots that will please the kids. By LAURIE M. FISHER
Beebe jubilee is observed at three festivities
AUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Beebe, 5442 W. Webb Road, observed their 50th wedding anniversary
Gabriels observe 60th anniversary during cruise
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Mack Gabriel, 5165 Youngstown-Poland Road, returned home July 5 from a
AREA GOLF RESULTS
MEN Argus (Dogwood) -- Low gross: Ross Lucarell 36, Dave Ross 37, Don Damicone, Dave Poorman, Gary
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Armstrong mark 70th anniversary at family dinner
MINERAL RIDGE -- Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Armstrong of 1483 Blunt St. were honored July 7 at a family
Catch the ESSENCE
By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. -- The autograph of former Mahoning
MAKING IT HAPPEN Founding sponsors & amp; trustees
Cellular One (1993) True North Energy (1993) Trumbull County Convention and Visitors Bureau (1993)
X1 laptop offers speed and versatility
JIM ROSSMAN DALLAS MORNING NEWS WinBook's new X1 takes portable computing to extremes. At 4.7
Mass and dinner honor jubilee of the Gearharts
AUSTINTOWN -- A Mass at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and a family dinner July 14 at Anthony's on
MELISSA SKLEPKO PHIL KARAM
MELISSA SKLEPKO PHIL KARAM YOUNGSTOWN -- St. Columba Cathedral provided the setting for the July
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements
WARREN -- Superior Printing of Warren won several awards recently at the annual Premier Print Awards
DAY BY DAY
DAY BY DAY Best bets for deals All days are not created equal when it comes to travel, according
KIMBERLY WALTER BRIAN LUTHER
KIMBERLY WALTER BRIAN LUTHER MIDDLEFIELD -- Kimberly Jo Walter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne
Senate Bill 5, which attempts to revise municipal annexation law, has passed the Ohio House and
Senate Bill 5, which attempts to revise municipal annexation law, has passed the Ohio House and
KEYSTONE CLIPS Funeral director gets in a last word
Lawrence County Commissioner Roger DeCarbo got the last laugh when a member of the audience at
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES TODAY St. Rose of Lima Church, 50 Struthers-Coitsville Road, Youngstown, 10 a.m. to
'BALSAMIC DREAMS' | A review Vinegar wit skewers the boomers
The humorist claims his peers were the first to 'sell out and insist they hadn't.' By ROB STOUT
Stocker-West engagement is made known
STRUTHERS -- Announcing plans for their forthcoming wedding are Kate Stocker, 519 Maplewood Ave.,
1994 Green survives 32-hole Sunday
Because of Saturday's rain, Tammie Green had to play 32 holes on Sunday, but managed to prevail for
JAMES DULLEY Cutting Your Utility Bills Many modular-home designs take thinking outside the box
Q. I have always thought of modular houses as little plain boxes, until I recently saw a very
LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL Boardman duel will decide district championship
By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BOARDMAN -- The Ohio Little League District 2 baseball
CRIME SOLVER
CRIME SOLVER Mercer County Cattle theft is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this week:
CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT Three local teams advance to regional
WW Heating benefited by the luck of the draw. STRUTHERS -- Roth Brothers, Fabulous Goldsteins and
Events precede tournament
VIENNA -- The Giant Eagle LPGA Classic, which begins Monday at Squaw Creek Country Club, will have
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Former Titans play in pro ranks
Four men with ties to Westminster College are playing professional basketball this summer. Three
Firefighters remove train cars from tunnel
Firefighters remove train cars from tunnel BALTIMORE -- Firefighters made progress Saturday
EAST LIVERPOOL China captivates Malone graduate
The city man found some modern cities in China, but many areas in the world's most populous nation
SOLHEIM CUP U.S.-Europe to do battle under past format
The 2002 event will be held in Edina, Minn. PHOENIX -- The 2002 Solheim Cup, and all future
ELKTON 2 escape from federal prison
The men were the first to escape after the minimum security unit was fenced in. ELKTON --
ANGELA GRAHOVAC KYLE NURMINEN
ANGELA GRAHOVAC KYLE NURMINEN YOUNGSTOWN -- Angela Annette Grahovac, daughter of Emil and Annette
MILITARY ACADEMY Graduates
Several area residents graduated from military academies and were commissioned officers in the
HOLLY LUTZ STEVE ALBAUGH
HOLLY LUTZ STEVE ALBAUGH BOARDMAN -- St. James Meeting House in Boardman Township Park was the
PlayerParScoreMoney
PlayerParScoreMoney Jackie Gallagher-Smith-17199$150,000 Marnie McGuire-1420293,093 Karrie
Danielle Ammaccapane
Danielle Ammaccapane Dina Ammaccapane Natalie Aber Donna Andrews Lori Atsedes Beth Bader
LORI MEDVEC ADAM GARON
LORI MEDVEC ADAM GARON HUBBARD -- Living at 419 E. University Ave., Ada, following a honeymoon to
1995 McGann captures title after three-hole playoff
Runner-up Katie Peterson-Parker bogeyed the final hole and lost in the sudden-death playoff.
1994 SCORES
Tammie Green ($82,500)67-69-70--206 C. Walker ($51,201)68-69-71--208 Kim Shipman ($33,211)69-69-
FOSTER FAMILIES Homeless pets
Promises for Pets, a nonprofit Lawrence County affiliate of Angels for Animals, has started a foster
By PETE MOLLICA
By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF VIENNA -- For the past eight years, Squaw Creek Country