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The agony of de feet
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: If you've taken a child for new shoes recently, you've probably noticed something
TRAINING CAMP Brown takes step forward following injury
The former No. 1 overall pick has yet to live up to high expectations. BEREA (AP) -- Another
Brickyard helps lead popularity surge
The race in Indianapolis helped NASCAR to expand into a national sport. THE ORLANDO SENTINEL
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION (CORRECTION) Lowellville Rod & amp; Gun Club, Quarry Road, Aug.
Trainer Frankel, Empire Maker heavy favorite for Dandy Stakes
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (AP) -- Jockey Jerry Bailey isn't counting out the competition just because
RESULTS Columbiana County Fair
Partial results from Friday's events at the Columbiana County Fair in Lisbon. Dairy Livestock
Kendall caps six-run rally to give Bucs 12-11 victory
Pittsburgh overcame Colorado on Jason Kendall's single in the ninth inning. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- As
MERCER Trial date set for woman in death of boyfriend
The case had been delayed because the defendant changed attorneys. MERCER, Pa. -- The trial of a
Bowie leads by 2, eyes first pro title
Se Ri Pak and Wendy Ward are tied for second entering today's third round. LYTHAM ST. ANNES,
Superstitious Scrappers pass on shirt promotion
The players didn't wear the special jerseys because they perceive them to be a jinx. By BILL
SCHEDULE Columbiana County Fair
The Columbiana County Fair concludes today at the fairgrounds in Lisbon. Gate admission is $5;
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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CART Junqueira takes provisional pole
He gained the front row for the Mario Andretti Grand Prix at Road America. ELKHART LAKE, Wis. (AP)
Senior citizen picnic
Senior citizen picnic HERMITAGE -- The annual county Senior Citizen Picnic of the the Mercer
Aeros knocked off course, fall to Curve
ASSOCIATED PRESS AKRON -- Landon Jacobson evened his record with a seven-inning, three-run outing
Daytona is still the top race, but Indy has a special place
The Brickyard helped stock car racing take off in popularity. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Of all the
Farmers market rules change for permits
FARRELL, Pa. -- Less restrictive rules governing what products can be sold at the Farrell Farmers'
SANDLOTS Take me back out to the ballgame: Oldtimers play on
Al Orr is reliving his youth with the Youngstown Oldtimers baseball team. By JOHN KOVACH
YOUTH TENNIS
YOUTH TENNIS Red 31/2, Gray 3 Andy Claypool (R) def. Zubin Teckchandani, 6-4; Ryan Teckchandani
DAVE BARRY Bringing up the rear in the parade of women's beauty aids
Buttocks. Most of us have them. But what can we do to make them more attractive? For centuries,
JACK WOLLITZ River awareness is important issue
For many in our area, the name Mahoning is more synonymous with the county than the river. A
YOUNGSTOWN A clear vision requires some legwork
The survey is part of the unglamorous but necessary work for Youngstown 2010. By ROGER G. SMITH
SCOTT SHALAWAY Burrow nesters are well-grounded
A hole in the ground may seem a strange place to find a bird nest, but underground burrows are home
AROUND THE HORN Friday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 2, Red Sox 1 BALTIMORE -- Enjoying his finest performance in years, Pat
WINNING NUMBERS | July 26-Aug. 1
OHIO Friday 8/1 Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-3-4 Pick 4, 8-5-4-1 Buckeye 5, 1-4-6-20-37 Mega
Arena plan must be downsized because of cost, mayor reports
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JOHN PHILLIPS|Fishing
The Bassmasters Classic will take place this weekend in New Orleans. Once a major media event, the
NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Art show unites community
The festival is a celebration of heritage and local artistic expression. By JOHN SKENDALL
LIBERTY Trustee recommends levy to aid 911
Officials are considering replacing two fire stations with a central station. By TIM YOVICH
BUICK OPEN SCORES
BUICK OPEN SCORES Friday At Warwick Hills Golf & amp; Country Club Grand Blanc, Mich.
Bomb explodes outside Marriott
The hotel has been the site of U.S. Embassy receptions. JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) -- A powerful bomb
Targeting underage crowd
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: Teen-agers are being told two very different stories about alcohol. And there's
After Yankee trade, struggling Henson may change sports
The Houston Texans own the NFL rights to the former Michigan quarterback. HOUSTON (AP) -- Drew
LATROBE, PA. Mays is giving Steelers another receiving target
Lee Mays is bigger, stronger and faster this year, his second in the NFL. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- The
Zero tolerance policy having positive impact on city crime
Opinion: For the first six months of this year, compared with the first six months in 2002, total violent
MERCER COUNTY National Fuel Gas customers will see monthly bills go up
The average residential bill will go up about $9 a month. SHARON, Pa. -- Customers of National
The profile will air on Animal Planet in the fall.
The profile will air on Animal Planet in the fall. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
NASCAR-TRUCK POWER STROKE DIESEL 200 QUALIFYING
NASCAR-TRUCK POWER STROKE DIESEL 200 QUALIFYING Friday At Indianapolis Raceway Park Clermont,
BROWNS CAMP
BROWNS CAMP News and notes Bledsoe weighs in: Drew Bledsoe was smack in the middle of another
Cleveland signs holdout linebacker Michael Lehan to five-year contract
BEREA (AP) -- The Cleveland Browns got another of their holdout rookie draft picks into training
FRIDAY'S LATE BOXSCORES
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New Hilltopper coach looking to stay on top
But Western Kentucky must deal with a tough rival in Western Illinois. By BRIAN RICHESSON
CAFARO FIELD Odd call helps lead Muckdogs past M.V.
Batavia tied the game in the ninth, then went ahead in the 10th. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR
STEELERS Porter's presence benefits defense
The linebacker is in such good condition, he couldn't help but show off at camp. LATROBE, Pa. (AP)
JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Canfield's McCall looks to elevate her golf game at OU
CANFIELD -- Ashley McCall of Canfield is looking for bigger and better things from her golf game as
VIENNA Airport will drop full-time security
Port authority officials would not confirm the move. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Sheriff seeks control of jail when private agreement ends
LISBON -- Columbiana County Sheriff Dave Smith is welcome to bid on the contract to run the county
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-5-4 Pick 4, 3-9-3-0 Buckeye 5, 4-16-25-28-
WOMEN Pregnant Meunier-Lebouc of France leads by one shot
She is going for her second major crown of the year in the Women's British Open. LYTHAM ST. ANNES,
CLUBS
CLUBS Beagle event set The Trumbull County ARHA Beagle Club, John White Road Hubbard, will hold
FRIDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
FRIDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League OAKLAND ATHLETICS--Placed RHP Jim Mecir on the
Reyes ready for season
Reyes ready for season In just one season at Syracuse, Walter Reyes has already done something
NASCAR Drivers have been violating a gentleman's agreement not to pass after caution flag
There is less gentlemanly behavior on the track in the Winston Cup. By MIKE HARRIS AP
Rudd's gaffe leads to rule change in NFL
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS BEREA -- Dwayne Rudd's helmet gaffe in last season's opener cost the
Penguins begin third year under Heacock
The coach is 15-7 in two seasons since succeeding Jim Tressel. & lt;a
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Taylor's 33 breaks mark for Rockers
Penny Taylor's record-breaking show led Cleveland's 73-56 win. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Penny Taylor's
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--T E's Slasher7.804.403.40 Man-D-Meg (R Tharps)14.606.40 Lusty
YOUNGSTOWN Job Corps and Navy improved her life
The young woman was fed up with schools, her neighborhood and her mother. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
WNBA ROUNDUP Friday's other games
Shock 62, Liberty 60 NEW YORK -- The Detroit Shock showed why they have the best record in the
TOLEDO Pasquale brothers' kidney surgery 'a success'
The ex-Chaney and Akron guards teamed for a kidney block in the game of life. By JOHN KOVACH
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Advice to Bradley: Shut up and play
When the Cleveland Indians first acquired a young outfield prospect from the Montreal Expos, a lot
COLUMBUS Governor touts fair, business
The governor's traditional sleepover was planned for today in the dairy barns. By Jeff Ortega
NOTEBOOK | From Cafaro Field
Acting boss: Scrappers manager Ted Kubiak was in Oakland, Calif. at a reunion of players from the
CHAMPIONS TOUR Fleisher feels right in Massachusetts
Bruce Fleisher owns a one-stroke lead over Tom Purtzer. CONCORD, Mass. (AP) -- Bruce Fleisher
Saturated ground means farmers can't get into fields to harvest or apply pesticide.
Saturated ground means farmers can't get into fields to harvest or apply pesticide. By NANCY
LPGA TOUR Sorenstam's slam keyed by Colonial
The Tour's top player will now prepare for September's Solheim Cup. By DOUG FERGUSON ASSOCIATED
BOXING Hanshaw on long road back following shoulder surgery
Doctors hope to have the Warren native in the ring by February, 2004. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
VALLEY Local golfers perform well in tournaments
Several golfers were age-group winners in junior competition. WALTON HILLS -- Katie Jurenovich of
PA. PARKS McConnell's Mill, Moraine Trivia, a geology tour, stargazing and several other programs are slated for this month at McConnell's Mill and Moraine state parks, near Portersville, Pa.
MCCONNELL'S MILL "Summer Fun at the Old Mill": Parents are welcome to join their kids for this
KOBE BRYANT Media circus descends on town
The Los Angeles Lakers standout will appear in court on Wednesday. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) -- Just
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Medical Center Rachel M. Fero and Sean P. Lee, 1525 Fountain Square Drive,
MERCER, PA. Employee sentenced on retail theft charge
The employee rang merchandise at less than its value and voided purchases. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK
CONCERT BILL
CONCERT BILL The lineup At least 24 musical groups will perform at the two-day Vocal Group Hall
NFL ROUNDUP Training camp news and notes
Redskins: Rob Johnson is trying to learn to play the Steve Spurrier way. Sometimes it makes the 30-
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
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WARREN Men file suits against police
The city hasn't been served with the lawsuits, which were filed Friday. WARREN -- Two Warren men
YOUNGSTOWN Adults, youths to share courses
If trends reverse, the adult-only course could restart, a district administrator said. By JoANNE
BUICK OPEN Tiger gets closer, but still trails by 5 shots
Chris DiMarco holds a two-stroke lead after a rain-delayed second round. GRAND BLANC, Mich. (AP)
CANDY CONTAINER: This comic-character candy container showing three figures on eggshells was
CANDY CONTAINER: This comic-character candy container showing three figures on eggshells was
BROWNS Impatience, frustration weigh on quarterbacks
Couch-Holcomb has become the NFL's most analyzed QB battle. BEREA (AP) -- Tim Couch and Kelly
Car passenger 'critical'
Car passenger 'critical' LIBERTY -- Beverly Easton, 47, of Manhattan Avenue, Youngstown, was in
PENNSYLVANIA State liquor stores to open in up to 7 supermarkets
The move is an attempt to make liquor purchase more convenient. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Supermarket
THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting Research helps uncovercomic-character finds
Collectors buy antiques to use them or display them -- and to remember the past. Many collectibles
MICHIGAN FOOTBALL Former Sharon player faces charges
The defensive back is expected to be arraigned next week on assault charges. KNIGHT RIDDER
AUSTINTOWN Sandstone buildings become MetroParks bikeway trailhead
The park bought the buildings from the county for $10. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Texas trounces Traber, Tribe
The Rangers' Mark Teixeira and Todd Greene each homered twice in a win over the Indians.
Not enough bang for their Bucs
PITTSBURGH -- When you meet Pirates general manager Dave Littlefield, it's hard not to be impressed.
Saddam's daughters prove their love for dad is blind
Opinion: It is quite possible that by the time this editorial is published, Saddam Hussein will have been