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LORDSTOWN Council to hear about noise

The company is not breaking any laws, a spokesman said. LORDSTOWN -- The leader of a citizens


DRESSING EASIER Rules for seniors

How to make dressing easier for seniors: Choose washable fabrics. Choose fabric that easily


HELOISE It should take more than a VIN to get a key made

Dear Heloise: My co-worker George shared this hint with me. He noticed the vehicle identification


QUOTABLE

QUOTABLE Warren police Excerpts from e-mail sent between officers in their cruisers: "Skeeters


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Nesting, tools and determination make for dangerous combo

Well, I did it again. Everyone went out of town, and I started nesting. Nesting is a phenomenon


NASCAR Quick thinking helps Gordon beat Wallace

Robby won, while Jeff Gordon had a bout with bad luck at The Glen. WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (AP) -- The


MARTHA STEWART Company's earnings plummet 86 percent; even so, profit is made

A 4-cent loss was predicted for the second quarter. NEW YORK (AP) -- Martha Stewart Living


GOLF ROUNDUP Love sails to win and top of money list

Davis Love III got a strong start and led all the way to win The International. ASSOCIATED PRESS


PREPARING FOR FOOTBALL: Above, Matt Lowe, East Palestine High School band director, works with

PREPARING FOR FOOTBALL: Above, Matt Lowe, East Palestine High School band director, works with


MAHONING COUNTY Judge asks high court to dismiss complaint

Lawyers say the contempt hearing should have been allowed to go forward. By BOB JACKSON


NFL ROUNDUP Woeful Bengals stumble against Jets

Former Steelers guard Brendan Stai retired after eight seasons. COMBINED DISPATCHES EAST


Man faces charges in scams on elderly

Man faces charges in scams on elderly YOUNGSTOWN -- Michael McCutcheon, who police say used


Girl Scout council shops for new headquarters

NILES -- Employees at the Girl Scouts of Lake to River Council on Warren Avenue never realized there


DRESSMAKERS Custom clothes fit body and personality

Their grandmother instilled in them the love of making beautiful clothes. KNIGHT RIDDER


Rebels end capital siege

U.S. troops will focus on humanitarian aid, officials say. MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) -- Dozens of


Agency's report targets death of Lisbon man

HARRISBURG (AP) -- An electrocution that killed an Ohio man working at a western Pennsylvania mine


4 face charges in robbery of grocery store manager

4 face charges in robbery of grocery store manager NEWTON FALLS -- Arraignments were scheduled


Girard residents air flood gripes to council

One resident suggested withholding paying sewer bills. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF


Officials send message to terrorists

The three arrests came after an 18-month investigation. NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- The international


Season sweep

Season sweep Robby Gordon's victory Sunday in the Sirius at The Glen gave him a sweep of this


AOL TIME WARNER America Online seeks to have name dropped

Federal regulators are investigating the parent company's accounting. NEW YORK (AP) -- America


Federal aid available after floods

Saturday's flooding will be declared a disaster as well. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


NEW MIDDLETOWN Springfield Township residents raise concerns over low-income housing

The housing development is expected to begin in December. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR


Cleanup to take months, official says

Officials expressed disappointment that ODOT representatives didn't show up. & lt;a


On balanced-budget effort, senior citizens need to fight

Opinion: On balanced-budget effort, senior citizens need to fight EDITOR: Once again, senior citizens,


Coalition aims to reopen state school funding case

The group's director said there's no enforcement of the state court's ruling. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The


YOUNGSTOWN Man seeks early release in shooting case

Prosecutors won't oppose Frank Howley's request for early release from prison. By BOB JACKSON


Oak Hill will test the best in PGA

The 85th championship got underway today. Keeping the ball in play will be important. ROCHESTER,


Holmes sparks young defense

The Penguins held their first jersey scrimmage of the year today. & lt;a


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert D. McElroy, 29, of 1417 Hawn St., Youngstown, and


Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown:

Summary of police activity in Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD AUG. 6 Theft/drug


TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY

TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY SUNDAY'S RESULTS SUPER SPRINTS (20 Laps): 1. Rod George, 2. Daryl Stimeling,


A

A The Vindicator/Jean Neice NEW LOOK: New apartments on Spearman Avenue in Farrell have


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 2nd--Doctor of Spin15.405.802.80 Sky Canyon (J.Sanchez,


PITTSBURGH White-collar crime increases forfeitures

Resort homes are among property seized by federal authorities. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Property and


With Sister Clare Marie Beichner, SSJ

With Sister Clare Marie Beichner, SSJ Age: 52. Hometown: Shippenville, Pa.; now living in


Associated Press

Associated Press LUCK OF THE DRAW: Shirley Washington draws letters of the alphabet from the


Antitrust suit against teeth maker dismissed

YORK, Pa. (AP) -- A leading manufacturer of false teeth did not violate antitrust laws, a federal


Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator FLOOD SCENE: This was the scene near the Shops at Boardman Park along


Davis' decision affects more than just opener

Tim Couch is weighing his long-term prospects with the team. BEREA (AP) -- Tim Couch understands


COLUMBIANA CO. Sentence of ex-official suspended

The one-time court official will be required to cooperate in a related probe. LISBON -- The jail


Area man sentenced in child-rape case

LISBON -- A Salem-area man has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for raping and molesting a 4


CAMPBELL As stories of statue's miracle grow, so do crowds

Miracle or not, the glowing statue brought people together. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF


NFL PRESEASON AT A GLANCE

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STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)4211.792-- Scrappers (Indians)2528.47217


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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JACOBS FIELD Relief pitchers rescue Indians

Jack Cressend and Rafael Betancourt picked up C.C. Sabathia in 3-1 win. CLEVELAND (AP) -- C.C.


PREVIEW

PREVIEW 2003 golf season Boys to watch: Colin Clemente, senior, Warren JFK; Patrick Moro,


LIQUOR LICENSES

LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers


INDIANS NOTEBOOK From Jacobs Field

Betancourt sparkles: Rafael Betancourt provided a little extra fireworks out of the bullpen Sunday.


Property owners reminded they can apply for tax relief

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County Auditor George Tablack is reminding property owners that they may


LOWELLVILLE Council to vote on pay increases for its members and for mayor

If the raises are approved, only two councilmen would be eligible in 2004. By MARALINE KUBIK


CART Tracy turns the tide on his rival, Junqueira

Paul Tracy swept all 23 points to take a 20-point lead over Bruno Junqueira. LEXINGTON (AP) -- It


LISBON State: Air quality at school is acceptable

The report also showed no moisture in or around the building. LISBON -- Acceptable levels of


Coming Wednesday

Coming Wednesday Cross country preview


Comic relief in Cairo courtesy of the Arab league

Opinion: Washington Post: Democracy in Iraq had never been an abiding concern of the Arab League, but this


FLOOD DAMAGE: Lois Maksim, 74, sits on the back porch of her Keefer Road, Liberty Township home,

FLOOD DAMAGE: Lois Maksim, 74, sits on the back porch of her Keefer Road, Liberty Township home,


INTERNATIONAL SCORES

INTERNATIONAL SCORES At Castle Rock, Colo. Note: Scoring by modified stableford; 8 points for


BOARDMAN Residents worry about the next storm

Some residents believe the flooding problems stem from poor township planning. By JOHN W. GOODWIN


YOUNGSTOWN Councilmen to visit arena in Texas city

Councilmen are to make the trip despite the mayor's request that they wait. By ROGER G. SMITH


POLLUTANTS Total Diet Study

Some examples of pollutants the Food and Drug Administration measures in the Total Diet Study:


WARREN GE announces that 78 will lose jobs Sept. 2

The permanent layoffs take effect Sept. 2. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER


WNBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games

Rockers 71, Fever 67 CLEVELAND -- Now that the Cleveland Rockers have stormed past the Indiana


SKILLED CARDINALS: Canfield High's Rachel McGowan, left, and Renee Lesnett are expected to be two

SKILLED CARDINALS: Canfield High's Rachel McGowan, left, and Renee Lesnett are expected to be two


INSIDE/B2

INSIDE/B2 UMahoning County Auditor George Tablack is reminding property owners that they may claim


English asks Bush for aid for counties in Pa.

Cleanup costs in Mercer, Crawford and Warren counties are expected to top $9 million. SHARON, Pa.


SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Cafaro Field

Impressions: Manager Ted Kubiak is impressed with the play of outfielder Jonathan Van Every, who is


INTERNET Site gives facts and support for kids with brain cancer

Included at www.cbtf.org is a list of localized groups and children's camps. By SUSAN COBURN


Tribe breaks scoreless tie with 5 runs in 14th inning

The Indians beat Minnesota with some solid and timely pitching. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Minnesota


DAWN WELLS TV star's styles makes dressing easier for seniors

Interest in looking good doesn't decrease with age. SCRIPPS HOWARD Interest in fashion doesn't


LISBON OEPA issues warning of possible bacteria in village water system

Residents informed council of a 9-foot hole that has opened on Sunset Drive. LISBON (AP) -- The


Meeting about bridge

Meeting about bridge EAST PALESTINE -- City officials were to attend a meeting today at the Ohio


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Melanie Holbrook and Kyle Ohare, 3050 DeCamp, Youngstown, boy, Aug. 11. William


Rep.: Probe assaults on homeless in Cleveland

STAFF/WIRE REPORTS CLEVELAND -- Rep. Dennis Kucinich asked the federal government Monday to


Salem board looks into school levy

SALEM -- The school board took the first step in seeking passage of a $2.3 million emergency


REGION

REGION Krispy Kreme to open Youngstown-area store BOARDMAN -- Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, the North


Missing signs cause trouble

A motorist was stranded in high water because someone removed signs. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR


HARRISBURG Ex-governor's letters document history

Casey served two terms as governor and also was state auditor. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The family of


Horses help to heal in Canfield program

Horses help to heal in Canfield program k SIXTEEN children with disabilities take part in weekly


TEXAS ARENA

TEXAS ARENA Fast facts Details of the Rio Grande Valley Events Center in Hidalgo, Texas, which


MAHONING VALLEY Communities begin assessing flood damage

Some parking lots are designed to flood to keep water off streets and out of buildings, an official


Property owners can apply for tax relief

There will be a briefing Thursday for public agencies needing help repairing damage. YOUNGSTOWN --


Boardman's Carly Karzmer adjusts to role

Mooney senior Katie Dick is eyeing a trip to the state tournament. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


ENVIRONMENT Lawsuits on auto emissions settled

Lawsuits challenged a requirement that 10 percent of cars be pollution-free. SACRAMENTO, Calif.


BOYS GOLF PREVIEW Clemente eases into leadership role

By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF WARREN -- The Warren John F. Kennedy High boys golf


LEADERS

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SHARON Youngstown motorist faces charges in hit-and-run accident

SHARON, Pa. -- A Youngstown man was jailed on $50,000 bond after his arrest in a hit-and-run


JACKSON AGREES TO PLEA

Jackson agrees to plea Michigan defensive back Marlin Jackson pleaded guilty to aggravated assault


Coming Tuesday

Coming Tuesday Girls tennis preview.


AUSTINTOWN TWP. Trustees' actions

On Monday, township trustees: Approved a resolution placing a 2.5-mill levy for police on the


WARREN Adviser: Feng shui would help city council

Feng shui is the ancient Chinese art of placement and balance. By DENISE DICK and STEPHEN SIFF


PIRATES Figueroa's wait is finally over; he earns first win in 15 months

The pitcher last won in April of 2002 when he was with the Brewers. DENVER (AP) -- Nelson Figueroa


Scripps Howard

Scripps Howard EASY STYLE: Myra Walker models a soft cotton pink dress that adds a bit of elegance


Steel mill catches fire

Steel mill catches fire FARRELL, Pa. -- Sparks from a burning torch were blamed for a fire at


YOUNGSTOWN Vex Fest sponsors proclaim a success

Plans for next year are in the air, since the plaza is to be reopened to traffic. By MATT


CLOTHING AND FOOD

CLOTHING AND FOOD Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday


FARRELL HOUSING Hope VI restores Steel City complex

Centennial Place offers more than just new bricks and mortar. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON


Quick nix of merger surprises officials

Commissioners still will redirect how local bed tax revenue is distributed. & lt;a


OHIO

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-1-4 Pick 4, 5-7-2-2 Buckeye 5, 18-20-25-27-32 Super Lotto


ITCH INDEX Summer conditions breed bugs, skin problems

Youngstown residents hold moderate risks for summer skin problems. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR STAFF


LOCAL

LOCAL Schedules needed YOUNGSTOWN -- The Vindicator sports department needs fall schedules from


PAVING THE WAY Walks and walls

Man-made brick pavers have become the material of choice for area homeowners. By REBECCA SLOAN


60 seconds of platitudes don't erase an hour of abuse

Opinion: In the end, Jerry Springer's television show was a metaphor for his short-lived campaign for the


FENG SHUI

FENG SHUI (rhymes with lung say) Feng shui is the ancient Chinese art of placement and balance


WARREN Figure in slaying to get parole hearing

New information presented to the parole board is getting him a new hearing. By HAROLD GWIN


Kendra Tabak is one of the partners in the Bedford Downs Management Corp, a New Bedford, Pa.-based

Kendra Tabak is one of the partners in the Bedford Downs Management Corp, a New Bedford, Pa.-based


Records show cops misuse e-mail system

The mayor says the police officers' use of the e-mail is 'childish.' & lt;a


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.10 2.24 Bank One,.84,39.5639.57 Clear Channel, 38.84


HOLLYWOOD COUPLES When cuteness wears thin

We're tired of Bennifer. Enough of Harrison and Calista. By GREG MORAGO, CAROLE GOLDBERG and SUSAN


TRANSFER PUC, utility reach compromise; Reynolds Water to raise rates

TRANSFER, Pa. -- It came six months later than requested, but the Reynolds Water Co. has been


MAHONING COUNTY Couple, bird owner reach settlement

The Youngstown woman required two surgeries after the fall, her lawyer says. By BOB JACKSON


MAHONING VALLEY Boardman worries about next storm

Some residents believe the flooding stems from poor township planning. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.


STEELERS Kreider's blocking big asset

Pittsburgh has a stable of fullbacks to lead Jerome Bettis and Amos Zereoue. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) --


Shaping the future of customized mail

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Coming soon to your mailbox, advertising shaped like a sports car or a stop sign,


Skipper isn't satisfied

By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- Winning six of their last eight games, the