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PAN AMERICAN GAMES Gymnasts rescue U.S. from slow start
Rulon Gardner keyed a strong showing from U.S. wrestlers. SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP)
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Equicredit Corp. of Ohio vs. Jennifer Spencer et al, foreclosure.
NASHVILLE Titans' George laughs at critics, eyes 300 rushes
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Critics are ready to write off Eddie George. He's nowhere near ready to go.
NEW YORK Boone trying to fit in in his first week with the Yankees
The third baseman came over from a trade with the Reds on Thursday. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Aaron
COMMUNICATIONS Employees of Verizon work during pact talks
Health care and job security are the main sticking points. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Amid substantial
REGION Reservoir levels are high, but not dangerously so
Water is spilling over the Meander Reservoir dam. & lt;a href=mailto:skolnick@vindy.com &
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Captain Cyclops (Garcia)5.603.202.80 Neenamusha
BOXING Tyson burned through millions
Mike Tyson has filed for bankruptcy and is suing Don King. NEW YORK (AP) -- A diamond necklace
A first: Inductions today
CANTON (AP) -- They starred on NFL Sundays, so it is only fitting that Sunday be the day when they
PATRIOT ACT Specter criticizes part of new law
Monitoring what people read has a chilling effect on freedom, Specter said. WASHINGTON (AP) --
PNC PARK Nunez leads Bucs past Colorado
The Pittsburgh pitcher raised his career record to 3-8. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Pirates
WOMEN'S TENNIS Quadriceps surgery sidelines Serena Williams
She could lose her No. 1 ranking to Kim Clijsters. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Serena Williams won't be
CINCINNATI Once-promising Reds to begin rebuilding -- again
The new front office has traded key players for prospects and cash. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Jim Bowden
Hubbard-Johnson wedding is set for late August
XNILES -- Announcement is being made of the forthcoming marriage of Janet R. Hubbard and Justin A.
HARRISBURG GOP blocks Rendell on increasing taxes
The governor has become more emphatic than ever on the need for more taxes. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP)
Huda-Price troth is announced, wedding planned
XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Jerry and Debbie Huda, 9868 Deltona Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
SOCCER Ferguson excited about outlook after Beckham transfer
International superstar David Beckham now plays for Real Madrid. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Don't ask
AMERICAN LEAGUE Moyer wins 15th as Seattle edges Tribe, 2-1
The Mariners improved to 6-1 against the Indians this season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- C.C. Sabathia can
Five are inducted into Hall of Fame
Five are inducted into Hall of Fame kELVIN BETHEA kisses his bust after his induction into the Pro
Sorice-Arundel wedding planned for mid-October
XBOARDMAN -- Lorenzo and Angela Sorice, 5860 Rosewood Drive, are announcing the engagement of their
NILES SCHOOLS Items being sought for capsule
A dedication ceremony is open to the public. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
NBA ORIENTATION Rookies to hear moral of Kobe Bryant's story in class later this year
The message to NBA rookies will be: Good behavior is very important. By CHRIS SHERIDAN
AMERICAN BOWL Rookie Simms lifts Bucs past Jets
Tampa Bay pulled away from New York for a 30-14 win. TOKYO (AP) -- Chris Simms helped make the
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.112.18 Bank One,.84,38.2438.25 Clear Channel, 39.91
COURTROOM When Bryant enters, U.S. can watch on TV
There may be 'show' in his initial court appearance on a sexual assault charge. EAGLE, Colo. (AP)
HARRISBURG State workers' contract includes same-sex benefits
Rules will be written to define who qualifies as a domestic partner. HARRISBURG (AP) --
Here's a laugh: Jimbo for president
Opinion: The silly political season is upon us. How can one tell? Congressman-turned-federal prisoner James
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees shell Zito to subdue Athletics
Jason Giambi and Bernie Williams headlined the onslaught against Barry Zito. ASSOCIATED PRESS
CHAMPIONS TOUR Doyle breaks round record to take lead
The former hockey defenseman shot an 8-under 63. CONCORD, Mass (AP) -- Allen Doyle didn't want to
COLUMBUS Ohio State opens drills without Clarett
The sophomore tailback is being probed by the NCAA and an OSU committee. COLUMBUS (AP) --
SHARON Inductees to sing at vocal hall
New members will cast their footprints in cement this year. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York6741.620--z-6-4W-130-2137-
MAHONING COUNTY 2 plans aim to handle storm water, control runoff
The plans are not related, but both should ultimately provide flood relief. By BOB JACKSON
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Fair ends its run with fun on farm
Five agriculture pioneers were honored during the weeklong county fair. LISBON -- The Columbiana
PNC PARK Meadows lifts Bucs past Rockies
The Pittsburgh pitcher raised his career record to 3-8. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Brian Meadows took Jeff
Rising water levels a problem
Rising water levels a problem The water at Shenango River Lake was 6 feet above summer pool level
WALTER REYES | A profile Syracuse ace has shot at elite honors, NFL
The junior tailback from Struthers High scored a school-record 17 TDs last year. By GARY HOUSTEAU
Progress with North Korea
Opinion: Exactly 50 years ago, "Operation Big Switch" was getting underway in Korea, with the first of more
PROFILE
PROFILE McDonald's Corp. Facts and figures on McDonald's Corp., the world's largest restaurant
RAY SWANSON Keystoner Trading standouts weakens Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were a little late this year in doing their spring cleaning. Maybe they
YOUNGSTOWN Vehicle crimes hurt bureaus
A man on double probation for automobile break-ins is accused again. By PATRICIA MEADE
Jewelry stolen
Jewelry stolen AUSTINTOWN -- A township woman discovered that 100 pieces of jewelry had been
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Forever I'll Stand4.003.002.80 Art Dot Com(W Irvine)7.804.40
SCRAPPERS Bullpen falls apart; Auburn wins again
The Doubledays roughed up Mark Harris and Chris White for a 6-2 victory. AUBURN, N.Y. -- Another
The Vindicator
The Vindicator SECURITY COMPLAINTS: The federal bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and
NATIONAL LEAGUE Cardinals outslug Mets for 10-9 win
The Reds are 5-1 since firing their general manager and manager. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --
NFL ROUNDUP | Training camp news and notes
Bengals: The starting defense dominated a mock intrasquad game Saturday after a humbling performance
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Barriers being installed to help fix twisting roads
Speed limit reductions are being pondered for two roads. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
Parents announce date for Natal, Smith wedding
XBOARDMAN -- Plans for the late-summer wedding of Jennifer Wendy Natal and James Gregory Smith, both
Cartridge recycling benefits Easter Seals
Cartridge recycling benefits Easter Seals YOUNGSTOWN -- Century 21 Mill Creek Realty Group is
Cows hit the road then fade into night
Cows hit the road then fade into night WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Shenango Township Police said they
YSU writes off $1.6M in tuition debt
The state attorney general's office will continue to pursue students' debts. & lt;a
COLUMBIANA CORNER Brave deer is too close for comfort
Perry Township Police and a Salem area resident recently had a close encounter with wildlife.
RACING NASCAR ponders changing points system
NASCAR wants to give the winners of races and poles bigger rewards in points. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --
ARLINGTON, TEXAS Rangers roll against Tribe again
The Indians have lost 12 of 16 games since the All-Star break. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Rafael
REGION
REGION July sales increase for Cavalier, Sunfire LORDSTOWN -- General Motors reported July sales
Julianne Zuzolo, Jeff Edmundson to wed Sept. 6
XNILES -- Announcement is being made by Atty. Ralph and Renee Zuzolo and William and Nancy
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Anthony and Melinda Moses, 755 N. Keel Ridge Road, Hermitage, Pa., boy, Aug. 1.
48-foot birdie putt enables Furyk to get 65, 1-shot lead
His playing partner, Tiger Woods, is four strokes back in the Buick Open. GRAND BLANC, Mich. (AP)
GIRARD Festival celebrates Parkwood
Parkwood Days will run Thursday through Sunday. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
YOUNGSTOWN STATE FOOTBALL Heacock's youngest team reports today
The Penguins' 12-game slate, with seven contests at home, favors their youth. By BRIAN RICHESSON
PRESIDENTIAL RACE Bush, Kerry rake in money from the Mahoning Valley
Only two Democrats received local contributions of more than $50 apiece. By DAVID SKOLNICK
TED WILLIAMS The Splendid Splinter still frozen, awaiting cure from cryonic state
The former Red Sox slugger is stored in an Arizona facility. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Seven shiny
DEVIL RAYS Blind announcer living his dream
Enrique Oliu serves as color analyst for Tampa Bay's spanish broadcasts. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP)
Jefferson knew the value of an unfettered press
Opinion: Jefferson knew the value of an unfettered press EDITOR: I am a 67-year-old retired newspaper
U.S. fencing team upset after Games drop events
Women's team foil and saber were dropped from the program. SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP)
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)369.800-- Batavia (Phillies)1925.432161/2
INDIANAPOLIS Busch cops IROC crown in the finale
Kurt Busch won the title by placing fourth behind winner Jimmie Johnson. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Kurt
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees shell Zito, subdue Athletics
Jason Giambi and Bernie Williams headlined the onslaught against Barry Zito. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hamm's 3 goals as Washington Freedom clinches playoff spot,
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Mia Hamm scored three goals in a game for the first time in her WUSA career as
Amigo Hall rallies down stretch to capture Hambletonian upset
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Amigo Hall scored one of the biggest upsets in Hambletonian history,
BRICKYARD 400 Harvick sets lap record for pole
Kevin Harvick broke the track record just minutes after Ryan Newman did so. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --
ROUNDUP Marlins subdue Astros, 5-2
Florida improved to 7-1 on its homestand with one game left. ASSOCIATED PRESS MIAMI -- Mike
BRONCOS Hobbling Davis not yet ready to retire
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- It sounded a lot like a retirement press conference,
YOUNGSTOWN Man faces questioning in Lincoln Park rape case
The girl says she was punched and kicked numerous times. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
BASEBALL STANDINGS
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York6741.620--z-6-4W-130-2137-
WNBA ROUNDUP Saturday's games
Shock 72, Fever 58 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Swin Cash scored 15 points to lead the Detroit. Deanna
STRUTHERS State's situational distress designation fuels city investment
Priority investment designation could spur development. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF
BROWNS Fans choose Holcomb in Buffalo scrimmage
Tim Couch and Kelly Holcomb each threw a touchdown pass in the 18-6 victory. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Windsor House expands mission to serve elderly poor
The company will open its 10th nursing home in Champion next month. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
MANCHESTER UNITED Top Mexican team falls to MLS Stars
Chivas failed to avenge Mexico's losses to the United States. CARSON, Calif. (AP) -- The hometown
GOLF Fleck: Curtis' win in British Open similar to my victory over Hogan
By BOB HARIG ST. PETERSBURG TIMES Jack Fleck turned on the BBC telecast of the British Open at
Outstanding families take an unexpected vacation
Opinion: The year was 1963, and John F. Kennedy was president. The nation was grappling with the issue of
Residents join to mark National Night Out
The U.S.-Canadian event fosters camaraderie among block watch members. & lt;a