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MONDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL National League CINCINNATI REDS--Placed RHP Jimmy Haynes
LOCAL
LOCAL Babe Ruth stars in title game SPENCER, Ind. -- The Youngstown Babe Ruth 14-year-old all-
We are not alone (which isn't a good thing)
Opinion: Just when we thought Youngstown had cornered the market on soft-hearted (or soft-headed) judges,
REGION Reservoir levels are high, but not dangerously so
Water is spilling over the Meander Reservoir dam. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
ATLANTA BRAVES Smoltz has good shot at majors' saves mark
The record is 57 saves, and he already has 42 with nearly two months to go. ATLANTA (AP) -- John
STUDENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
STUDENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Selected to sing BOARDMAN -- Recent Boardman High School graduate
Rebecca Murray to be bride of Derryl Strong
XYOUNGSTOWN -- Announcing plans for the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Rebecca Murray, 1270
Mall seeks models for fashion show
Mall seeks models for fashion show HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The Shenango Valley Mall is looking for
AROUND THE HORN Monday's games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 13, White Sox 9 CHICAGO -- Aaron Guiel hit a three-run double in a seven-
TRUMBULL COUNTY Howland man receives more time in prison for stabbing fellow inmate
WARREN -- A 23-year-old Howland man had six months added to his prison sentence after pleading
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-1-7 Pick 4, 1-6-4-2 Buckeye 5, 2-3-4
ATLANTA Cingular to buy NextWave licenses
The FCC and a bankruptcy court in New York must approve the deal. ATLANTA (AP) -- Cingular
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Jerome and Dorothy Gilligan, 627 Notre Dame Ave., Youngstown, boy, Aug. 5.
"I thought a plane must have hit the building."
Opinion: "I thought a plane must have hit the building." An Indonesian office worker About a deadly
Weirton seeks OK to give execs bonuses
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Weirton Steel Corp. has asked a federal bankruptcy judge for permission to
The agony of de feet
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: If you've taken a child for new shoes recently, you've probably noticed something
Government considers dumping Sprint because of overcharge
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The government is considering suspending business with Sprint because the
Theories of Flight 93 crash
Officials and families differ over what happened in the doomed plane's cockpit. WASHINGTON (AP) --
h'WoodsWalk' guides kids through forest
h'WoodsWalk' guides kids through forest A walk in the woods becomes an adventure with "WoodsWalk,"
POLICE CALLS
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN July 28 Criminal damage: Police
MODELS Magazine to feature women 40 and over
The models are the winners of a search contest. NEW YORK (AP) -- The fresh faces that will appear
Army band to perform a tribute to troops
Army band to perform a tribute to troops YOUNGSTOWN -- The 338th Army Band will perform patriotic
YOUNGSTOWN Police find three stolen vehicles
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police recovered three stolen vehicles and arrested six people. Police spotted a
Burns reflects on past seasons, focuses on senior year
The three-year letterwinner knows that he'll be called upon to be a team leader. & lt;a
PAN AMERICAN GAMES U.S. gets wins in baseball and basketball
The Americans lead in total medals with 27, nine of them gold. SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic
MAHONING VALLEY Raid nets $213,000, guns, suspected drugs
Authorities found nearly $148,000 at one home. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3710.787-- Batavia (Phillies)2126.44716
WNBA ROUNDUP Monday's game
Lynx 61, Mercury 56 MINNEAPOLIS -- Although Minnesota's Katie Smith never made a basket, her free
Councilman: Lax communication led to problem
COLUMBIANA -- Poor communication led to the flap between the city and Leetonia schools over the use
NOTEBOOK From the Pan-Am Games
New Zealander plays for U.S.: Michael White is the only member of the United States men's softball
NFL ROUNDUP Training camp news and notes
Colts: Edgerrin James appears to be back in form. The two-time NFL rushing champ is making moves he
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
Sunny opportunities abound
By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER KINSMAN -- It's an overcast midmorning as campers and
A disaster recovery center will provide information to victims.
A disaster recovery center will provide information to victims. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
NFL Steelers will use Polamalu at safety on dime defense
The Steelers hope the top draft pick can reinforce a vulnerable pass defense. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) --
School board considers emergency operating levy for November
Rising insurance costs hurt the bottom line, an official says. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM
YOUNGSTOWN Schools will get literacy grant
Schools selected have high poverty and low achievement. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION
Associated Press
Associated Press NO WIRES ATTACHED: Brandon Fogel uses his cell phone at a Chicago cafe. Fogel has
SHARON SCHOOLS District approves refinancing deal
Rising bond-market interest rates have reduced the expected savings. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Man's insurance carrier agrees to cover $500,000 for his stem cell transplant
The insurance carrier said a week ago that it wouldn't cover the procedure. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- He
TOP 10 Hot hotels
The world's top hotels for service, from Travel + Leisure magazine's readers' 10 poll: Boyer Les
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP Trustees approve measures to fix and prevent damage from floods
HUBBARD -- Township road crews are continuing to collect debris from recent floods now that trustees
Autumn wedding for Heidi Metzler, Jim Smith Jr.
XLATROBE, Pa. -- An autumn wedding is planned by Heidi Metzler and Jim Smith Jr., both of 3909
Judge rejects Bucci's request for commercial flight
CLEVELAND -- Longtime fugitive Robert T. Bucci has been denied his request to pay his and a U.S.
Following disasters, Traber master
The Indians' 3-0 win over Seattle included homers by Jody Gerut and Travis Hafner. CLEVELAND (AP)
GETTING HELP
GETTING HELP Reading scores The four Youngstown elementary schools listed below were identified
WEST MIDDLESEX School board, official reach retirement deal
The district will still pay more than $200,000 for more than 400 unused sick days. By HAROLD GWIN
Ungaro still has hope for Hubbard Expressway project
The state says a median would cause accidents on state Route 46. By IAN HILL and SHERRI L.
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2003. There are 147 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2003. There are 147 days left in the year. On this date
Parents announce Coble-Tarr troth, wedding plans
XMr. and Mrs. Randall Coble of Continental and Mr. and Mrs. James Tarr of Twinsburg, formerly of
Seniors pursue regimens for fitness in 80s and beyond
Seniors pursue regimens for fitness in 80s and beyond (EDITORS: This story may not be used on your
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Husband's practice made her feel like a nobody
Dear Annie: This is in response to "Nameless in Michigan," whose husband refuses to call her by
TCTC Adult training program marks anniversary with open house
Instructors will be on hand to talk about the programs. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Commandment Keepers Temple, 1331 Brighton St., Youngstown, various commodities, 8 to
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
POLAND Cops turn back truckers on shorter bridge detour
The bridge should be finished sometime in October. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
ON C5 | More NFL
ON C5 | More NFL He's quickly moved from special teams player to getting time in the nickel and
EAST LIVERPOOL Officer faces several charges
A special prosecutor was appointed after the prosecutor's office excused itself. By NORMAN LEIGH
YOUNGSTOWN Filing asks for 2 trials in sex case
Two sets of charges were filed two years apart. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
HALL OF FAME GAME Chiefs beat Packers 9-0 in storm-shortened game
Severe lightning ended the game with over 5 minutes left in the third quarter. CANTON (AP) -- More
U.S. has success
U.S. has success American teams came up with clutch performances in their biggest tests of the Pan
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.11 2.24 Bank One,.84,38.6138.64 Clear Channel,
YOUNGSTOWN Shoot or not? Cops get training
New this year: Little orange balls simulate an officer being hit. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
HERMITAGE, PA. Developer revises plan for Wal-Mart Supercenter
A July groundbreaking was delayed because of a wetlands problem. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Statue of Mary glows, and faithful see the light
Whatever the explanation, the statue continues to draw crowds. & lt;a
Jennifer Boggio to be bride of David Lakovich
XThe engagement of Jennifer Boggio and David Lakovich, both of 2698 Hamman Drive, Youngstown, is
TELECOMMUNICATIONS Americans are slowly 'cutting the cord'
More consumers eliminate home phone service, using cell phones exclusively. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Wiley T. Lundy, 45, of 77 Falls Ave., Youngstown, and Wilene
NILES Teachers, school board agree on one-year pact
The deal calls for the creation of a retirement incentive bonus. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
Scrappers split with Auburn
Scrappers split with Auburn The Mahoning Valley Scrappers beat the Auburn Doubledays, 3-2, then
SCHOOL LUNCH HELP | 2003-2004
Through various federal programs, free and reduced-price school meals, snacks and milk are available
Episcopalian rift?
Episcopalian rift? k EPISCOPAL LEADERS voted to approve the election of their first openly gay
Riding mower stolen
Riding mower stolen WARREN -- A thief cut a hole in a chain-link fence behind Lowes on Niles-
Guns found not part of Dennehy shooting
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WACO, Texas -- Neither of the two guns that have been recovered during
KOBE BRYANT Media circus descends on town
The Los Angeles Lakers standout will appear in court on Wednesday. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) -- Just
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Operator tours jail to probe assaults
The sheriff hasn't decided whether to try to regain jail operations. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
Emmitt Smith can't shake his old team
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) -- Thirteen years with the Dallas Cowboys are hard to shrug off in just one
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
SNOOP meeting
SNOOP meeting The SNOOP Block Watch will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Lynn Park on Youngstown's
Damage reimbursement is fast, FEMA says
The average award under one program is $3,800. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
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
NASCAR WINSTON CUP LEADERS
NASCAR WINSTON CUP LEADERS AUGUST 3 Points 1, Matt Kenseth, 3152 2, Dale Earnhardt, Jr.,
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The wrong parking deck was pictured Monday with a story about car break-ins at a
NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Council enforces ordinance mandating sidewalk repair
Borough council must amend the ordinance to include fines for violators. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Family bids for racing license
Plans are to build a racetrack within a year after the license is awarded. & lt;a
Fleeing car hits vehicle, police say; 2 injured
LORDSTOWN -- Two female drivers were taken to Trumbull Memorial Hospital after a two-car accident
MAHONING COUNTY Commissioners welcome hearing on Teamsters contract
SERB also cleared commissioners of wrongdoing in rejecting another contract. By BOB JACKSON
REGISTRATIONS 2003-2004
The following schools are holding registrations. Most require birth certificate, immunization record
MAJOR LEAGUE LEADERS
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. ISuzuki Sea10946180155.336 Bradley Cle9635560117.330
YOUNGSTOWN YSU writes off $1.6M in tuition debt
The state attorney general's office will continue to pursue students' debts. By JoANNE VIVIANO
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY You won't just gain a friend, you'll also save a life
The receptionist buzzed me in; the heavy metal door opened, and all the dogs in the Mahoning County
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Youngstown Babe Ruth League -- tryouts for players 13-15 years of age will be Aug. 11 at
FASHIONS Bare-leg trend ends long run on pantyhose
Pantyhose choices expanded to meet demand of changing times. SCRIPPS HOWARD The hosiery
BASEBALL Author: Reds' ad to explain moves like an 'apology'
A sports historian said the two-page newspaper ad was a precedent. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A two-page
OHIO State Teachers Retirement System ousts director
Buying out Herb Dyer would have been more costly, retirement board officials said. By JEFF ORTEGA
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Youngstown Board of Education policy committee, 9 a.m., caucus room, Irene L.
Amazon fruit is hyped as latest healthy obsession
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS You've likely heard about blueberries. They are the alleged miracle food
MAHONING COUNTY Agency to modify plans for addition
The downtown redevelopment agency now will plan a smaller addition. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
MALONE COLLEGE Goodyear vice president to speak at commencement
Harper also will serve as the college's executive-in-residence for two years. CANTON -- Donald D.
HELOISE Lower calories and fat in your Mexican favorites
Dear Heloise: We love Mexican food, but it seems to have a lot of fat calories. Do you have any
When comparing schools, compare apples to apples
Opinion: When comparing schools, compare apples to apples EDITOR: I read your thought-provoking
YOUNGSTOWN Residents join to mark National Night Out
The U.S.-Canadian event fosters camaraderie among block watch members. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Partners target site for industry
Astro Development will put up the purchase price of the brownfield property. & lt;a
COLUMBUS Taft proposes $5 billion road rebuilding plan
Some Valley projects are listed in the 10-year plan. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS COLUMBUS -- Gov. Bob
Aaron Allison: Kettering University, President's Award, $29,600; University Award, $9,200. Chris
Aaron Allison: Kettering University, President's Award, $29,600; University Award, $9,200. Chris
NFL PRESEASON STANDINGS
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Botanical name: Veronicastrum virginicum. Attributes: The flowers on this sturdy, native perennial