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SHOOTING
SHOOTING Sporting clays for Whitetails Unlimited The local chapter of Whitetails Unlimited will
Morton's hits keep streak alive
By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- Baseball is such an easy sport to understand
Reporter was model of faith
By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR George C. Welker Jr. wanted his faith in Jesus to
About the series: The Vindicator published a series of articles and photographs in 2000 on the
About the series: The Vindicator published a series of articles and photographs in 2000 on the
YSU Area native eager for A.D. job
Timothy Gleason, commissioner of the Ohio Athletic Conference, is in the running to replace Jim
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Howland Athletic Club -- will hold its third all-star tournament July 6-14. Entry fee
OHIO SCHOOLS Senate extends days for calamity
The action came after this spring's outbreak of meningococcal disease in the Mahoning Valley. By
MERCER COUNTY Woman sentenced in car-dragging case
Police said the woman denied swerving toward the utility pole. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
Warren Rose Society lists winners of annual show
NILES -- Warren Rose Society held its 31st annual rose show June 16 at the Eastwood Mall. The
Searching for life
There had been plans for a housing development or golf course near the creek. CANFIELD --
Rewards for helmets
Rewards for helmets LAKE MILTON -- Kids, if you're spotted wearing a bicycle helmet by the Milton
MAHONING COUNTY Bar association members elect officers, give awards
NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Members of Mahoning County Bar Association recognized new officers, elected
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS XMcDonald Baseball Association will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens
FORUM HEALTH STRIKE | Day 60 Overtime still the issue, nurses say
By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Cheryl Kelty admits it. The 27-
Rocker will be cheered, if ...
Unless the Cleveland Indians close June with a real swoon, left-handed relief pitcher John Rocker
YOUNGSTOWN Schools to replace recreation areas
The school district will reinstall park equipment displaced by construction. By ROGER G. SMITH
HOWLAND Post office to relocate as government station
The pharmacy that handled the postal station will no longer offer the service. HOWLAND -- The new
Program to provide free drugs to seniors
WARREN -- A program to assist seniors in getting free drugs from pharmaceutical companies will be up
TOLL CHARGES Proposed changes
Sprint is asking customers to vote on its plans to eliminate toll charges on these calling routes:
Trustees elected to serve society
YOUNGSTOWN -- Three new trustees were elected to the board when the Mahoning Valley Historical
YSU Women's soccer team will help Akron inaugurate program
Youngstown State will compete for the Horizon League championship. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown
NILES Bite the Bullet founder to ride in festival parade
The program has provided bulletproof vests to K-9 officers in Niles, Boardman and Warren. By
PERU Local couple witnesses earthquake
The Bristolville couple said many of the city's historic sites were heavily damaged. YOUNGSTOWN --
GIVING UP THE GUNS
Opinion: Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune: The choice for the Irish Republican Army and its political
GAIL WHITE Selective selfishness can soothe a stressed-out soul
I went on a ladies weekend getaway. No husband. No children. Just me and the ladies. I almost
REGION Sprint users to vote on change
The change would provide new toll-free calls for a number of area communities. By DON SHILLING
YOUNGSTOWN Undercover police sting raids Bada Bing nightspot
By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Exotic dancers at the Bada Bing on
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL Babe Ruth (14-15) Youngstown Express 6, Rondinelli Tuxedo 3 -- Mike Eliseo, the winning
MERCER COUNTY Agency prepares to break ground for senior center
The agency board approved a bond issue for financing and awarded contracts for the project. By
INSTALLATION Joanne Collier to lead DAR chapter
POLAND -- Joanne Collier was installed as regent of Mahoning Chapter, Ohio Society, Daughters of the
FCSLA Education scholarships to be awarded at dinner
YOUNGSTOWN -- Winners of First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association education scholarships will be
CANFIELD Coach doubtful about job
The coach thinks the recommendation was made at the behest of a few parents. By IAN HILL
SCHOOLS PROJECT Park land
A profile of the five parks or playgrounds that the city school district needs as part of its $163.5
WARREN Bus system still under consideration
WARREN -- City council has not decided whether to kick in money to help establish a door-to-door
NEW CASTLE Man faces charges in meter theft
Records from 1997 to 1999 show there were four bank deposits made from parking meters in the South
BOARDMAN High school junior scores perfect 36 on ACT exam
Only 71 students in the nation received a perfect score . By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
CANCER BENEFIT If you go
What: Benefit for Lowellville cancer patient Janice Retort. When: Sunday; breakfast 9 a.m. to
CCL CONTAINER Contract talks put on hold for vacations
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Contract talks between CCL Container and its production and maintenance employees
YOUNGSTOWN Rising fuel costs affect 2002 busing budget
The authority's expanded hours are expected to generate more riders and, therefore, more revenue
NESHANNOCK Township streets get new names
The cost of accident reports in the township is going up. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
WARREN POLICE Mayor investigates brutality complaint
The police chief noted that a formal complaint has not been filed. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
JACK WOLLITZ Hot times are best for bass, hybrids
Bright hot days are settling in, making it increasingly difficult for anglers who chase walleyes,
GOING UP Milk, lunch prices
The Niles school board voted Wednesday to increase school lunch prices for the upcoming school year.
Research casts doubt on genetic leap theory
Research casts doubt on genetic leap theory For the second time in about a month, a new study
LORDSTOWN Potential coach turns down offer
The retired Mogadore coach declined to say why he decided not to take the head boys basketball
Mahoning County needs change, not Chance
Opinion: Mahoning County needs change, not Chance EDITOR: Do we, the taxpayers of Mahoning County, need
GAME TIME Tonight
Who: Scrappers (4-6) vs. Jamestown Jammers (2-8). When: 7:05. Radio: WBBW-AM (1240).
EAST OHIO GAS Union rejects company's offer
Workers say they are resisting concessions in pension, health insurance and retirement savings. By
ELECTIONS Campbell, Sebring
The deadline to file nominating petitions for the Campbell and Sebring primary elections Sept. 25
SEBRING Council votes to buy Stingray Nite Club
The police chief says the purchase eliminates a 'headache' for the village. By STEPHANIE UJHELYI
Township trustees refuse medical plaza expansion
The plans called for a fourth medical office near an ambulatory surgery center. HOWLAND --
TCTC contract is up
TCTC contract is up CHAMPION -- A contract governing nonadministrative employees at Trumbull
SCOTT SHALAWAY Proper yard habitat will attract herptiles
It's difficult to find anyone who objects to planting wildflowers in the backyard to attract
MAHONING VALLEY Bonds approved for new school
The issuance will cover the cost of building a new school. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF
GETTING IT RIGHT
The telephone number to call for information about concerts and fireworks next Thursday and July 6
'Private police force' demands state review
Opinion: The city of Youngstown, like other urban centers in America battling crime, has become vulnerable to
MIKE BRAUN Future rests with women
Look around you because that's where the future for outdoors is, no matter what the aspect --
MAHONING COUNTY Juvenile offenders have more options
Young offenders can perform many community service projects, a judge said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
WARREN North Road proposal draws public interest
The county engineer's department will spend a few weeks reviewing the comments. WARREN -- Critics
Shenango road to open for ships revue
SHARON, Pa. -- City police said the Shenango Valley Freeway was expected to reopen around noon
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings, 2.753.00 Banc One,.84,34.8934.99 Clear Channel,
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth William and Brenda Burns, 130 Oakley Ave., Youngstown, girl, June 28. Thomas and
ARENA BOARD Meeting notes
The board overseeing the proposed downtown civic center in Youngstown talked about these issues
WARREN Council holds fate of hall's finances
The music hall is asking the city for $80,000 to finish out the year. By AMANDA C. DAVIS
NEW MIDDLETOWN FARMERS 485 - 3784 LOWELLVILLE ROD & amp; GUN 477 - 3784 FISH
NEW MIDDLETOWN FARMERS 485 - 3784 LOWELLVILLE ROD & amp; GUN 477 - 3784 FISH & amp;
Skateboarding facility
Skateboarding facility SALEM -- Work is expected to begin in coming weeks on a skateboarding
WEST MIDDLESEX SCHOOLS Board OKs increase in property taxes
The last-minute receipt of an unanticipated state grant saved taxpayers $20,000 more. WEST
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SALEM Petro urges Republicans to embrace legacy
The candidate said he wants to continue his fight against corruption. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
WARREN Company donates money to keep fatherhood project
The agency won't have money to service the program until later this summer. By STEPHEN SIFF
BANQUET Austintown Lions, Lioness clubs hold installation
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Austintown Lions and Lioness clubs held their annual installation of officers and
Whatever is done for AIDS won't be enough
Opinion: With 36 million people infected with HIV -- and thus facing death from AIDS -- the world is facing a
WHAT'S DOING?
SPECIAL EVENTS The Sunnybrook Trout Club in Sandusky, Ohio, will host it's annual Wulf School of
CANDIDATE Timothy W. Gleason
Age: 46 Resides: Mineral Ridge Family: wife, Sherry; children, Shannon, Bethany and Mary Rose.
LOWELLVILLE Love helps man cope with wife's illness
Janice Retort discovered she had cancer after a bout with what she thought was the flu. By ASHLEY
MIDDLETON TWP. Team to look for woman
No clues have been found in the disappearance of Tracy Hill, who has been missing since June 7. By