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65th anniversary is observed by the Whittles
BOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Richard Whittle, 264 Afton Ave., are being honored today at TJ's in the
HUBBARD Bicentennial
SATURDAY 7:30 to 11 a.m.: Pancake and sausage breakfast sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Noon
LAWRENCE COUNTY Jury duty eligibility increases with plan
The changes should mean that residents will be called to jury duty less often. By LAURE CIOFFI
JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Ceiling fans are a best bet to beat the summer heat
Q. I think that adding a ceiling fan or two would improve our comfort and save a few bucks on our
Car, bike show benefits breast cancer research
Car, bike show benefits breast cancer research CHAMPION -- Fordeley's Music & amp;
DANA MIRONE JEFF RODGERS
DANA MIRONE JEFF RODGERS NEW MIDDLETOWN -- A reception was held at Mr. Anthony's in Boardman to
A LITTLE HOSPITALITY Staying inn-style
By CATHY SECKMAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT For a vacation idea that's easy on gas and long on
PITTSBURGH City packages weekend getaways
The theater or baseball? You have your choice. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT The
EAST LIVERPOOL Museum honors hometown heroes
Lou Holtz wanted to give credit to those who devote their lives to young people. By STEPHANIE
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
STATELINE CLASSIC Winning is goal; playing time is factor
Ohio has a chance to win its second in a row. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BEAVER
By REBECCA SLOAN
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Every summer, gardeners everywhere grab their weapons
FUND-RAISER JCC event will feature golf and tennis
Golfers and tennis players will have the opportunity to compete for a variety of prizes.
KEYSTONE CLIPS Board to spotlight academic awards
Hermitage school directors say that academic excellence will get the same consideration as athletic
FBI continues to subpoena Warren records
The law director says he doesn't know what the FBI is looking for. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and AMANDA
PATRICIA C. SYAK | Symphony notes Powers rings with sounds of renewal
The sounds of hammers and saws will be heard on the heels of the tap, tap, tap of dancing shoes
Flashback to the '50s
Flashback to the '50s St. Elizabeth and St. Joseph health centers will have Flashback to the '50s
TARA WILSON JOSEPH SYDNEY
TARA WILSON JOSEPH SYDNEY YOUNGSTOWN -- The wedding of Tara Denise Wilson and Joseph Cornell
NEW CASTLE Brothers' book tells of war duty
The identical twins became Navy corpsmen partially to avoid the life of a combat soldier, but they
MELISSA FYNES THEODORE SCHMITT
MELISSA FYNES THEODORE SCHMITT AUSTINTOWN -- The wedding of Melissa M. Fynes and Theodore Schmitt
THE SCHEDULE What's happening, when and where
FRIDAY Planetarium 4 p.m. Sky Quest 6 p.m. Sky Quest 8 p.m. Mystery of the Missing Seasons
Friends plan Shakespearean party
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens will hold a garden party, "A Midsummer
COURTS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Arthur J. Johnston II, 24, of 515 Atlantic St., Warren, and
YOUNGSTOWN Officials question constable business
The Youngstown police chief says LaRoy Dock and his constables don't have any power. By PHIL NOVAK
KRISTEN ANDERSON NICHOLAS HEWKO
KRISTEN ANDERSON NICHOLAS HEWKO AUSTINTOWN -- Kristen L. Anderson, 337 Greenbriar Drive, Cortland,
LOCAL
LOCAL Signing at Book Nook WARREN -- Les Roberts will be at the Book Nook in the Warren Plaza,
A continuing series
A continuing series Last month: A three-day Vindicator series outlined reader attitudes on blight,
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
WEEKEND SCHEDULE Banquet, golf outing Events set for the Hall of Fame weekend include a gala
Commission questions safety of baby bath seats
Commission questions safety of baby bath seats Baby bath seats are potentially dangerous, warns
Open house set for Steiners' 50th jubilee
NORTH LIMA -- Mr. and Mrs. Paul Steiner, 11911 New Buffalo Road, will be honored at an open house
Family celebration honors Pastulas' 50th anniversary
STRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. Jack Walter Pastula, 494 Seventh St., were honored on the occasion of
Opening night spoiled
Williamsport scored seven runs in the eighth inning to win, 11-3. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
JENNIFER DARNELL STEVEN BOBOVNIK
JENNIFER DARNELL STEVEN BOBOVNIK LAS VEGAS -- Jennifer M. Darnell and Steven D. Bobovnik were
Butler cruise-in slated
Butler cruise-in slated BUTLER, Pa. -- The 2001 Cruise-A-Palooza, celebrating its sixth year, will
Ohioan gets music post with Indiana University
Ohioan gets music post with Indiana University BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Grammy-winning opera singer
KAREN THOMPSON CHAD MCCONNELL
KAREN THOMPSON CHAD MCCONNELL BESSEMER, Pa. -- Karen Thompson, 441 Manchester Ave., Youngstown,
Pulling the blinds down on government in Pa.
Opinion: Before Allegheny County Chief Executive Jim Roddey decides whether to sign or veto legislation
Learning about settlers
Learning about settlers YOUNGSTOWN -- Children ages 6 to 13 may experience the lifestyle of the
RENÉE ARQUILLA RODNEY ROMEO
RENÉE ARQUILLA RODNEY ROMEO YOUNGSTOWN -- Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek Park was the
AREA CALENDAR
June TODAY -- Sponsors Classic Golf Association at Avalon South Golf Course in Howland. TODAY --
By THERESA HEGEL
By THERESA HEGEL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER "Do Bald Men Get Half-Price Haircuts? In Search of
AWARDS Junior Civic League holds annual scholarship brunch
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Junior Civic League held its annual scholarship brunch June 10 at Our Lady of
SOCIAL SECURTY Q & amp;A
Q. I'm planning on retiring soon. Can I apply for Social Security benefits through the Internet?
Jackson Twp. fatality
Jackson Twp. fatality NORTH JACKSON -- A man was killed when his eastbound car went off I-76 and
'JOHN HENRY DAYS' | A review Sprawling novel fails to find a focus
Only the myth of John Henry binds this fragmented novel. By ROB STOUT SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR
Lewis anniversary marked at dinner
STRUTHERS -- A dinner reception took place May 25 at The Embassy in Youngstown to celebrate the 25th
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Team rekindles baseball tradition
The definition of "precedent" is, what has come before sets the stage for what comes after. Take
Rocker deal no big deal for some Scrapper fans
They say the former Braves pitcher learned a lesson, now Cleveland should benefit from the trade.
Martin leads pack at weekend
Several other nonathletes with Ohio Valley roots are being honored. EAST LIVERPOOL --
MAHONING COUNTY Handicap-parking enforcer receives praise and ridicule
The deputy is doling out mostly warnings for people illegally parked in handicap spots, but
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Eagle Eyes(D Ward)11.806.203.40 On Q(D Binskin)21.6010.60
Building trends break new ground
One new home has walls of poured concrete instead of lumber. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS
SANTINA DEMARCO CHRISTOPHER BRAINARD
SANTINA DEMARCO CHRISTOPHER BRAINARD CAMPBELL -- St. John Church was the setting at 1:30 p.m. June
Vollmer jubilee observed at family dinner
YOUNGSTOWN -- A family dinner party was held June 9 at TJ's in the Holiday Inn South, Boardman, in
YSU Summer arts festival has plenty to offer
The festival celebrates the community's cultural diversity. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF
WARREN FBI continues to ask city for documents
The law director says he doesn't know what the FBI is looking for. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and AMANDA
RICHELLE BARTHOLOMEW NORMAN GALLAGHER
RICHELLE BARTHOLOMEW NORMAN GALLAGHER YOUNGSTOWN -- The marriage of Richelle Bartholomew, 1267
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go Location: 9500 Sperry Road, Kirtland, Ohio. Hours: Tuesday through Sunday
Climbing affiliates' charts objective for Bastardo
The catcher is out to prove to some people that he belongs at a higher level. By BRIAN RICHESSON
HUBBARD Fall groundbreaking set for golf course development
Plans call for 90 houses and 150 condos. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF HUBBARD --
HOUSE
HOUSE The House rejected an amendment by Rep. David R. Obey, D-Wis., to redirect $30.5 million
CRIME SOLVERS
CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County A burglary at a baseball field concession stand is the focus of
MUSEUMS Area attractions
Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: "Heart & amp;
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Cafaro Field
Offensive leaders: Center fielder John Van Every and right fielder Miguel Quintana led the Scrappers
VIENNA Volunteers in demand for Giant Eagle Classic
Each shift lasts 4-to-6 hours, depending on the committee. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
TIPS FOR YOUR SEARCH Keep it safe and fun
RESEARCH CACHE AREA Buy a map, preferably a topographical map which shows the features of the
TIFFANY DAVENPORT JAMES PERRY
TIFFANY DAVENPORT JAMES PERRY BOARDMAN -- St. James Meeting House in Boardman Township Park was
Game being used to promote movie
Geocaching fever is spreading like an e-mail virus, and now it's reached the mainstream. Twentieth
Ohio's own slice of garden paradise
KIRTLAND -- They say paradise was a garden, and if a garden is your idea of paradise on earth, then
SHARON SHANKS | The Cosmos We're probing Mercury, but what about Pluto?
From Mercury to Pluto, the astronomy & quot;in & quot; basket is simply overflowing with
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES TUESDAY American Red Cross Austintown Donor Center, 57 Westchester Drive, noon to 7
Setting sights
By VERONICA GORLEY VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER SHARON, Pa. -- Decked out in neon yellow T-shirts, 16
AREA GOLF SCORES
MEN Jednota Friday (Tanglewood) -- Low gross: R. Jonda 39, C. Dubos 40; Low net: D. Hodos, G.
Earthquake rocks Peru, Chile, killing at least 12
Earthquake rocks Peru, Chile, killing at least 12 LIMA, Peru -- A powerful earthquake shook Peru
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kozak mark 60th anniversary at Mass, dinner
STRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kozak of Struthers observed their 60th wedding anniversary at a
AGENDA
AGENDA MONDAY Austintown Township Regular Meeting, 7 p.m., 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman Township
Morrisons' 60th anniversary to be observed
AUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Edward Morrison, 241 S. Dehoff Drive, celebrated their 60th wedding
Classes for test
Classes for test GIRARD -- There are still openings for intervention classes for Girard students
MELANIE TOMASINO MARK CRUZ
MELANIE TOMASINO MARK CRUZ AUSTINTOWN -- Immaculate Heart of Mary Church provided the setting for
Sharon viaduct's history is in pieces
The detonation was delayed by nearly five hours because of inclement weather. By MARALINE KUBIK
Sooner or later, Stoops is deserving
History tells us that Oklahoma earned its nickname, the Sooner State, from the fact that some land-
PENNSYLVANIA House panel eyes the slots at racetracks
Area lawmakers say they would support the bill, but they want to know where the tax revenue will
WNBA ROUNDUP Saturday's games
Miracle 67, Mystics 59 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Elaine Powell scored a career-high 20 points to lead
KATHRYN EARNHART | The Butlers This summer, a broad spectrum
A visit to The Butler Institute of American Art and its branches in Salem and Howland Township this
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Joel and Diana Gonzalez, 1141 Inverness Ave., Youngstown, girl, June 23.
'LETTERS FROM KOREA' | A review Twins' book chronicles 1950s war
The book is a tribute to the war's veterans. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one
John Von Schwarz at Meander course in North Jackson aced the 125-yard, No. 3 hole with a gap wedge.
St. Pat's scramble set for Pine Lakes
HUBBARD -- The St. Patrick Home and School four-person golf scramble will be held July 1 at Pine
PARKING PATROL
PARKING PATROL Enforcement statistics A breakdown of activities of Mahoning County parking
Coaches and players join Holtz for event
The Notre Dame connection will be strong. EAST LIVERPOOL -- Paul Hornung, 1956 winner of the
SHARON Small Ships Revue is open for whatever boats you float
The annual revue covers a half-mile of the Shenango River and prizes are given in various
RECIPES Inn specialties
Each bed-and-breakfast has its unique specialties. Creamy Scrambled Eggs are always a big hit at
BARBARA MCDONALD MICHAEL ESHELMAN
BARBARA MCDONALD MICHAEL ESHELMAN YOUNGSTOWN -- Michael J. Eshelman and his bride, the former
STEPHANIE HANDEL MICHAEL BURNETT
STEPHANIE HANDEL MICHAEL BURNETT HUBBARD -- The Rev. Theodore Schaffer officiated at 3 p.m. June 2
Youth groups unite to fight urban decay
A couple more groups this summer are expected to take over and maintain private, vacant Elm Street
Parking cop gets praise and excuses
The deputy is doling out mostly warnings for people illegally parked in handicap spots, but
MILESTONES DIGEST
LAWYERS Mooney graduate Danny R. Kraft Jr., son of Danny and Cynthia Kraft of Youngstown, has
JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Narducci achieves academic honors at Ohio Northern
ADA -- Bill Narducci from Ursuline High and Campbell finished an outstanding baseball career at Ohio
CANFIELD Machingo to lead junior women's league
BOARDMAN -- Patty Machingo was installed president of the Junior Women's League of Canfield for
HEATHER GUIDO JOHN COOPER II
HEATHER GUIDO JOHN COOPER II HUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. John Cooper II honeymooned in Niagara Falls,
WARREN Committee narrows list to three for coordinator position
The WRAP director hopes to hire someone by next week. By AMANDA C. DAVIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
GALE SPENCER CHARLES HOLMES
GALE SPENCER CHARLES HOLMES WARREN -- The historical Upton House provided the setting at 5 p.m.
JANET OSBERG CHRISTIAN JOHNSON
JANET OSBERG CHRISTIAN JOHNSON NORTH LIMA -- Janet Leigh Osberg, 3610 Mercedes Place, Canfield,
Great Lakes are a resource border states must protect
Opinion: The Great Lakes need protection from those who would exploit the enormous resources of the lakes to