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Desire to adopt births group
A fund-raiser to raise money to give Dima a home is set for later this month. By DENISE DICK
By TIM YOVICH
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF HUBBARD -- Lighting Products Inc. may never make up for
It's multiple choice -- or else
As a service to all the high school students who are -- or should be -- preparing for final exams
Grant to promote recycling programs
Grant to promote recycling programs MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County will get a $300,000 Pennsylvania
REVIEW 'Arafat's Elephant' offers some unforgettable pieces
The most effective stories in the collection are the ones that capitalize on their brevity. By ROB
Sour future ahead for South Side pre-teen
Opinion: Unless one South Side fifth grader changes her ways -- and her attitude -- she's headed for trouble.
SCOUTS
SCOUTS Court of honor Sean A. Moore, son of James and Leslie Moore of Canfield, has earned his
Fitch's Tate ready to run at state meet
The last two years he sat in the stands as a spectator. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
AT BARNES & amp; NOBLE
AT BARNES & amp; NOBLE Four book-signings planned for June On June 9 from 2 to 4 p.m.,
Motorcyclist dies
Motorcyclist dies COLUMBIANA -- A motorcyclist who ran off state Route 558 in Fairfield Township
SHARON Officials, residents fear loss of programs without grant
Mercer County Housing Authority's resident services will be hurt by the closing of a federal drug-
MIKE BRAUN A cooler way to take hot food
If you've ever gone camping and found yourself with a cooler full of soggy or waterlogged food, or
WHAT'S DOING?
EVENTS Lakes Tournament Trail: Berlin June 23, Mosquito July 14, Berlin again on Aug. 11 and
AT A GLANCE
AT A GLANCE Salem street repaving Where work will begin later this summer: North Ellsworth
PLANNING What you'll need
Round-point shovel. Square-point spade. Rake. Broom. Level. String and small wooden
A day at the cycle races
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER GARRETTSVILLE -- Matthew Good watched as workers
Animal companion tests
Animal companion tests YOUNGSTOWN -- K-9s for Compassion Inc. will have screenings for potential
DIVISION III BASEBALL Warren JFK ousted by Elyria Catholic in regional final
JFK survived a regional semifinal that stretched over two days, only to lose by one in the title
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP Lighting-payment issue sparks debate
One trustee says the township should foot at least part of the bill for the streetlights. By TIM
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Taste of Scotch (R Tharps)9.40 4.402.80 Doc Mistake (S
GOLFING BENEFIT Cancer Society plans women's outing
Winning teams will be eligible to enter the state tournament. VIENNA -- The Mahoning Valley
CONCERTS
CONCERTS Buhl Farm The Sunday Summer Concert Series at the Performing Arts Center in Buhl Farm,
Small restaurant portions could contribute to health
Opinion: Small restaurant portions could contribute to health EDITOR: I am writing in concern that some
SCOTT SHALAWAY When two or more gather, there's always a name
Many of us owe our interest in natural history to books or films we experienced as children. Some of
Valley should closely monitor purchase of North Star Steel
Opinion: Perhaps it's unfair to refer to Copperweld Steel Corp.'s experience with the French when commenting
YOUNGSTOWN RENEWAL ZONE City targets Calif. tech companies
The city hopes to lure Silicon Valley companies that are fed up with their state's difficult
'JOY IN MUDVILLE' Book exposes life in Little League
The author tries to put into perspective many of the Little League horror stories that make news
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY Cintas Uniforms of Austintown, 300 Victoria Road, 1 to 6 p.m. Mount Olivet
BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL Boardman -- Spartan camp June 17-20 for boys entering grades 5-9 in September. Sessions
Group raises some concerns on social justice
Two experts will visit the area to explore other issues of consolidation, including poverty and
REGIONAL SUMMIT Schedule
Shenango Valley Initiative will present a forum on the social-justice perspective of municipal
HEALTH CARE
HEALTH CARE LIBERTY -- Raymond R. Carlson of Lowellville has joined MVI Home Care as a clinical
What's in a name? For many schools, something simplistic is the best route
Most area school leaders are taking the generic route when naming new school buildings. By RON
SOCCER ROUNDUP Saturday's games
MLS Rapids 3, Galazy 2 DENVER -- Mark Chung scored the second of his two goals in the 76th
LEGACY
LEGACY The parlay card Mel Exber, an old-time Las Vegas gambling figure and innovator, died May
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A story in Thursday's editions about a judge's son being jailed should have read
Stroke survivors
Stroke survivors "Living With Stroke," a class for stroke survivors and caregivers, is from 6:15-7
CLEVELAND INDIANS
CLEVELAND INDIANS Today -- Chicago White Sox, 1:05 p.m. Tuesday -- at Minnesota, 8:05 p.m.
Spartans win slugfest
Boardman earned a return trip to the state tournament with a 9-8 win over Madison. By TOM WILLIAMS
IN THE CUP | Area holes in one
Brian Difford of Youngstown used a 9-iron to ace the 150-yard, No. 12 hole at Squaw Creek Country
AREA
AREA Davies defeats defending champ RAVENNA -- In the last two running events at the Division II
YOUNGSTOWN Cop has tips for alarm systems
Renting equipment is probably preferable to allow for frequent technology advances, the detective
COURTS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Divorces granted Ruby M. Edmonson vs. Paul J. Edmonson, divorce to plaintiff.
Home Security
Alarm selection tips Get a list of alarm companies serving your area or check a company's
NORTH JACKSON Marching toward success
The band director tells students that if they work hard, sacrifice and keep a positive attitude,
JAMES DULLEY Cutting your utility bills Conservatory efficiency depends on the glass
Q. I am planning to add a conservatory to the back of my house for living space (breakfast nook) and
In graduation, a good example
Opinion: It took a while for one of the students who graduated from California State University, Long Beach,
SHENANGO VALLEY Group raises concerns on social justice
Two experts will visit the area to explore other issues of consolidation, including poverty and
HONORS
HONORS Edward "Dan" McCarthy, special agent of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Field
AUSTINTOWN Experimental car visits Valley on trip to fuel interest
The car uses pollution-free fuel-cell technology. AUSTINTOWN -- Necar 5, the first electric-
PREPS
PREPS Coach assumes responsibility for DQ Fanfare: As another season ends for boys high school
Program presented as model at conference of 500 officials
The federal SBA chief touted Youngstown's program to a national audience. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jeffrey L.
MARY JO NAGY | Pets Overcoming housing rules on animals
So you are moving, and you have a pet. You need to find an apartment or house that allows pets. You
AUSTINTOWN -- When Steve Bayer and his wife, Tammy, arrived at his business after hours one day in
AUSTINTOWN -- When Steve Bayer and his wife, Tammy, arrived at his business after hours one day in
WARREN Desire to adopt births group
Nine people have been convicted since November 2001 as a result of the Youngstown litter enforcement
YOUNGSTOWN Girl reports being raped, abducted
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 15-year-old girl told police she was abducted as she walked home from school and
Volunteer Services Agency, a United Way Agency, is a local resource for volunteer recruitment,
Volunteer Services Agency, a United Way Agency, is a local resource for volunteer recruitment,
DIVISION IV REGIONAL James Lade's two-hitter subdues Maplewood
The Windham pitcher led the Bombers to their second straight regional title. By BOB ROTH
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Bukowski letters in four sports at Neshannock
Neshannock High has certainly had its share of outstanding athletes through the years. It's rather
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LIMELIGHT
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements YOUNGSTOWN -- Karen L. Sanfrey-Wright, an insurance agent at the
SCHOOL NAMES Origins
Several local school buildings bear the names of local historical figures and former educators:
War in Afghanistan far from being over
Opinion: Ousting the bloody Taliban regime from Afghanistan was just one aspect of the war on terrorism
Bound for Brevard
Bound for Brevard Taryn Melynn Downing of Transfer, Pa., has something in common with pianist
BOWLING Spare Me wins city women's tourney
Theresa Florjancic captured the singles crown with a 753 score. Spare Me rolled 2,678 to win the
MAHONING VALLEY What's in a name? For many schools, something simplistic is the best route
Most area school leaders are taking the generic route when naming new school buildings. By RON
Chaplain hits the roof
Chaplain hits the roof BROOKFIELD -- Brookfield police chaplain Dan Cesene will be "jailed" for 72
SALEM Less money available for improvements
Street repaving and bridge repairs are all that's on the city's summer projects schedule. By
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Viola M. Ford
Born: Viola M. Bonacker on June 10, 1902, in Niles. Residence: 22 Homestead Drive, Boardman, Ohio
Laura Lemieux to be bride of Christopher Paes
CANFIELD -- Martin and Dianne Paes of 221 Dartmouth Ave. are announcing the engagement of their son,
Holzer-Dattilo wedding planned for Aug. 10
CLEVELAND -- Announcement is being made of the engagement of Tiffani L. Holzer and Brian G. Dattilo,
CLEANUPS Neighborhood projects
Times, dates and places of upcoming neighborhood cleanup projects in the area: JUNE 22 The
Parents announce Russell-Corll engagement
AUSTINTOWN -- The engagement of Tracie Lynn Russell, 4525 New Hampshire Circle, and Duane Earl
HEALTH SCREENINGS June schedule
St. Francis Hospital in New Castle is offering health screenings at various locations during June.
MERCER COUNTY Response team will aid victims of sexual assault
The new unit is expected to increase prosecution of suspects. MERCER, Pa. -- Law enforcement,
Poland netters finish 4th
Seniors Colin Larouere and Rodrigo Catunda lost to a team from Columbus Wellington. STAFF/WIRE
Handel's checks if sale gains flavor
Handel's has started a push to become a national ice cream chain. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
GIRLS REGIONAL TRACK Monica Cuevas sets record in 800
She has been dominant in the event since switching over from the 400. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL SATURDAY'S TOURNAMENT SCORES DIVISION III At Schroeder Field, Massillon Warren JFK
Media reveal too much about national security
Opinion: Media reveal too much about national security EDITOR: I heard recently that NASA was concerned
KEYSTONE CLIPS Rep splits pay raise among charities
Ten charities in the 3rd Congressional District benefited from the annual automatic pay raise for
Car show has been moved to parking lot
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The annual Father's Day Car Show on East State Street won't be on the street this
CLASS B BASEBALL Propane wins on Krieger's sacrifice fly
STRUTHERS -- Michael Kreiger had three RBIs, including one on a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the
STRUTHERS Husband slain during theft was good, friendly, wife says
Police have released updated information about the man they seek in the death of a 71-year-old. By
AVALON SOUTH Probe looks at allegations that officials golfed free
The former mayor said the course operator is blaming everyone but himself. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Infante-Dalton engagement is revealed
Announced by Judith Infante, 378 Woodbine S.E., Warren, and Joseph Infante, Rocky River, is the
TRAVEL INDUSTRY Vacationers favor road trips, cruises
Few Americans are going abroad, travel experts say. BY VALERIE BANNER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
WARREN City officials accused of golfing free
The former mayor said the course operator is blaming everyone but himself. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth Russ and Mary Jakovina, 7559 Elmland, Poland, girl, May 30 (Correction). Aaron and