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MAHONING TOWNSHIP, PA. Officials seek designation of disaster for flood funds

Residents can be fined for not tapping into a new waterline. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR

BREAKING ENGAGEMENTS

By ROXANNE ROBERTS WASHINGTON POST F EVERYTHING HAD GONE AS PLANNED, Rachel Safier would have

Kevin McRoberts, 22, of Warren, left, and Samuel Adams, 19, of Cortland toss 7-year-old Jared Ward

Pat Vivo is honored posthumously by National Speakers Association

NEW ORLEANS -- Patricia Vivo was posthumously awarded the 2003 Cavett Award for her commitment to

AP file photo; May 1, 2002

AP file photo; May 1, 2002 HARD JOB: Dr. Robert Shaler, chief of forensic biology in the New York

NOTEBOOK From PNC Park

Newspaper sells stake: The owners of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette have sold off the $2 million share

MAHONING VALLEY Officials try to strategize over Boeing

Think regionally about economic development, a YSU expert says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR

HELOISE List keeps their medications up to date

Dear Heloise: My husband and I both use several medications. I type up each and print the

BRIER HILL

BRIER HILL 12th annual Italian Fest The 12th annual Brier Hill Italian Fest starts today and

AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 6, Royals 0 KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Mike Mussina pitched eight shutout

VISITORS BUREAUS Quick nix of merger surprises officials

Commissioners still will redirect how local bed tax revenue is distributed. By BOB JACKSON

Rein in credit card industry

It wasn't the sudden jump in interest rates two months ago that bothered Roland Salamon the most,

MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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ROUND AND ROUND: Bill Bogan of Bogan's Brickhouse and Retaining Walls in Cortland installs a brick

No. 9: A standout at YSU, for NFL

No. 9: A standout at YSU, for NFL k TODAY'S ninth-ranked Mahoning Valley sports legend, as

COLUMBUS Lawmaker says he will seek seat in state Senate

The minority leader said he won't take sides in the race. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

REGION

REGION UAW workers to vote on strike authorization LORDSTOWN -- Unionized workers at General

Conservation efforts avert rolling outages

Many local businesses cut back on electricity Friday. By BOB JACKSON and CYNTHIA VINARSKY

WARREN Board proposes 6.5-mill school levy

Members are expected to vote next week to place the levy on the ballot. WARREN -- School board

TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials reject plan to merge visitors bureaus

The Trumbull convention bureau offered to take a reduction in funding. By STEPHEN SIFF

New housing development rules aim to curb flooding problems

The subdivision changes went into effect Tuesday. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

AGENDA

AGENDA FRIDAY The North East Ohio Network, a council serving 12 county boards of mental

LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

BOARDMAN -- Evan Mecak, a Boardman native, was one of 20 Hearst Newspaper employees recognized with

PREP CROSS COUNTRY Area's top runners, teams

BOYS Five runners to watch Luke McCluggage, Jackson-Milton, senior -- Last year's Division III

COLUMBIANA FAIR | More winners

Listings of winners from the fair, which took place July 28 to Aug. 3. Results are first through

UNION AREA HIGH SCHOOL

UNION AREA HIGH SCHOOL Aaron Bernstine: West Point Academy, $250,000. Kathleen Boyles: Slippery

Associated Press

Associated Press PROTEST: An Iraqi sits atop a communications tower in Baghdad under flags bearing

Commissioners to hire guards for county jail

MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County commissioners were expected to hire today 10 part-time guards for the

Steelers a new team with passing attack

Behind Tommy Maddox, Pittsburgh should be more balanced this season. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- He was

49ERS Garcia expected to return next week

The veteran quaterback will miss Thursday's exhibition game with Oakland. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP)

NFL ROUNDUP Training camp news and notes

Raiders: Oakland ran through a light Tuesday morning practice, setting aside the pads and heavy

MVSD Group criticizes judge's decision

Judge Richard Markus says he can't comment on cases before him. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

GARDENING New hues brighten yard tools

Companies are aiming for functional tools that look fun. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS KANSAS CITY,

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.112.24 Bank One,.84,39.5339.54 Clear Channel, 39.25

NILES -- Joyce Ruggeri started scrapbooking eight years ago, combining photos and memorabilia in

Browns still not close with Suggs, Northcutt

Both players want more than Cleveland is ready to offer. BEREA (AP) -- The Cleveland Browns aren't

GIRLS BASKETBALL Ursuline's Davidson selects Michigan St.

The senior guard said she's always wanted to play in the Big Ten. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT GIRARD

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--She Canget24.8010.206.80 Anxious Alex (A.Rozman)3.603.00 A

Hot Tickets

Hot Tickets FRIDAY * Call for tickets after 10 a.m. to any of these concerts: singer-songwriter

Agency assists Warren brothers; others who need help should call

The men just bought the house about a month before the flooding. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

New York's mayor praised residents for responding with compassion.

New York's mayor praised residents for responding with compassion. COMBINED DISPATCHES Bouncing

GRADUATES

Bachelor's degrees unless otherwise noted; majors listed if provided. OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

SHENANGO HIGH SCHOOL

SHENANGO HIGH SCHOOL Elsa Budzowski: Ursinus College Scholarship, $48,000. Jeremy Caldwell: Robert

BROWNS Salary cap-sapping Couch can't nap

More is expected from a player who will take up more than 11 percent of the team's $75 million cap.

Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune LUXURY: The historical Prince of Wales Hotel is the nexus of the village of

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Courthouse lands $2.7M for project

A new roof and windows will be added to the 1872 structure. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM

MCDONALD SCHOOLS Officials to ask FEMA for aid with repairs

If FEMA can help, the project will be bid out soon, the schools chief said. McDONALD -- School

Man pleads innocent in hit-and-run that killed 14-year-old Hubbard girl

The defendant was released after posting a $50,000 bond. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

NESHANNOCK HIGH SCHOOL

Barbara Anne Book: Ohio Wesleyan University, Trustee Scholarship, $75,240. Christine Cole:

WARREN Former water department worker unlikely to receive jail sentence

The defendant remains free after posting a $5,000 bond. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

GOLF Charity outing benefits children

The Make-A-Wish Foundation for children receives all net proceeds. COITSVILLE -- The first summer

WARREN City officials hope new street signs will help to keep children safe

The boy who was hit by a vehicle Sunday has been moved out of intensive care. By PEGGY SINKOVICH

U.S. sings the convenience electric; cutting back is a charged issue

An average American uses about six times the world average of electricity. WASHINGTON (AP) -- As a

Quaint town charms visitors

Niagara-on-the Lake is a quiet cousin to Niagara Falls. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS NIAGARA-ON-THE-

Laid-off FNB workers have shot at new jobs

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- There may be a silver lining for a few of the 160 people being laid off by FNB

SHARPSVILLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL

SHARPSVILLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL Leslie Abernathy: University of Findlay, Trustees Scholarship,

GREENVILLE Resident seeks answers to problems with flooding

College signs got council approval. By LAURI GALENTINE VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT GREENVILLE,

NIAGARA FALLS

NIAGARA FALLS Fast facts HORSESHOE FALLS Crest line: 2,500 feet Drop: 167 feet AMERICAN

SCHOOL STANDARDS | Mercer, Lawrence counties

Schools meeting state standards LAWRENCE COUNTY Ellwood City North Side School Perry Township

TRACE ADKINS In country, respect may mean success

For Trace Adkins, country music tradition lies in the lyrics. By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT

COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David P. Harris, 34, of New Springfield, and Lugene L. Sumner,

Dearborn Avenue closed for Route 711 Connector

Dearborn Avenue closed for Route 711 Connector YOUNGSTOWN -- Dearborn Avenue from Burlington to

Police probe robbery

Police probe robbery BOARDMAN -- Township police are investigating an armed robbery that happened

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: Trace Adkins With: Santa Fe. When: 7 p.m. Saturday. Where: B & amp;B

TEXTILE INDUSTRY Quotas' end threatens jobs

Quotas protecting U.S. textile jobs will expire at the end of next year. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- If

HEALTH INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE About the program Federally funded, the program pays 65 percent of health

PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Micheel birdies his way to lead

Shaun Micheel took a two-stroke lead in the PGA Championship. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) -- Move over,

FOOD AND CLOTHING

FOOD AND CLOTHING Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, 12:30 p.m.

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

Company to donate $50 for each mixer purchase

Company to donate $50 for each mixer purchase It's not easy to pull off pink. But the new Kitchen

HEALTH INSURANCE Federal program helps cover costs

Few people attended a local informational session. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS

GARDENING

GARDENING Encourage kids' creativity Kids and gardening are a natural fit. After all, gardening

Taylor is gone from Liberia, but strife and death remain

Opinion: Charles Taylor isn't exactly where he belongs -- that would be in a jail cell awaiting trial for war

Due to incorrect information submitted by the school, misinformation was printed regarding a student

HUBBARD Fungus photos will grow on you

A local man has won several awards for his pictures of mushrooms. By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Mooney's outlook much brighter

Struthers, with 10 starters back on offense, could be the MAC's surprise team. By JOE SCALZO

HOTEL STAYS Parking fees can come as a shock

Make sure to ask about parking when booking a hotel room. By JANE ENGLE LOS ANGELES TIMES

Township book outlines land-use plan

NORTH LIMA -- Beaver Township residents will soon be able to purchase a book detailing the

COLUMBIANA CO. Library will close 2 weeks

The library will reopen Sept. 2 after carpet is laid and books are moved. By NANCY TULLIS

YSU VOLLEYBALL Conroy building team around veterans

The coach said three captains will provide the nucleus for improvement. YOUNGSTOWN -- "Back to the

CROSS COUNTRY PREVIEW Area's best get put to the test in the Suburban League

The 39-team league has become a showcase for the area's top runners. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR

MERCER AREA HIGH SCHOOL

MERCER AREA HIGH SCHOOL Shelah Bolyard: The Winger Scholarship Fund, $2,000.

LOWELLVILLE Council salaries to rise by 175%

State law forbids midterm pay increases. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

WARREN COMMUNITY AMPHITHEATER Grand opening

4 p.m. Elvis tribute by Danny Gee. 4:30 p.m. Packard Dixieland Band. 5 p.m. Opening Ceremony.

DOWNTOWN

DOWNTOWN Design review board Youngstown's design review board approved these items Wednesday:

Commissioners agree to put MRDD renewal levy on ballot

LISBON -- The Columbiana County Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities agency will ask

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox She suspects friend may be mutilating herself

Dear Annie: I'm a 17-year-old girl, and I'm worried about my friend, "Bette." Every time I see her,

Firearms charges

Firearms charges CLEVELAND -- A Warren man and two Youngstown men have been indicted by a federal

LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials mull hiring firm to view home's finances

One commissioner wants to hire a company this week. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU

MAHONING COUNTY Couple, bird owner reach settlement

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

INDUSTRY BYPRODUCT Fish-skin fashions lure consumers

Salmon skins are the most popular choice. SCRIPPS HOWARD This fish tale needs no exaggeration.

LEADERS

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Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons cannot be ignored

Opinion: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: While the Bush administration is pressing its thus-far abortive search

LOCAL

LOCAL Boardman High girls golf coach resigns BOARDMAN -- Gary Konya, Boardman High girls golf

STANDINGS New York-Penn League

McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)3519.648-- Williamsport (Pirates)3421.61811/2

FACTS AND FIGURES PGA Championship 1

Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Oak Hill County Club (7,134 yards, par 70), Rochester, N.Y.

CAMPBELL STATUE It's no miracle, but it's nice, officials say

It could be that the statue always reflected light, the monsignor said. By MARALINE KUBIK

SHARON HIGH SCHOOL

Morgan Bradley: Eastern Kentucky University, $14,100. O'Brien Bridges: Eastern Kentucky University,

WEST MIDDLESEX HIGH SCHOOL

Lauren Bean: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Board of Governors Scholarship, full tuition of

FARRELL AREA HIGH SCHOOL

Antonette Austin: Central State University, academic scholarship, $16,000. Jolanda Estes: Indiana

BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Michael and Lee Christman, Youngstown, girl, Aug. 12. Steven and Beatrice Louis,

LOTTERY RESULTS

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Best offense is strong defense for Eagles

Despite losses, Hubbard will try for its fourth straight district title. By TOM WILLIAMS

REUNIONS

XBadger High School Class of 1988 is seeking missing classmates for a reunion planned for Nov. 29.

State board revokes area doctor's license

State board revokes area doctor's license WARREN -- The State Medical Board of Ohio voted

GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Abby Brennan: Mercyhurst, Presidential Scholarship, $24,000. Michael

Pujols, Cardinals rip Pirates again

The St. Louis star extended his hitting streak to 26 games in the 10-6 win. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The

MOHAWK HIGH SCHOOL

Vanessa Book: Malone College, $20,000. Ashlee Carangie: John Carroll University, $8,000. Jessica

SCHEDULE YSU volleyball

Aug. 29-31 -- at Western New York Tournament Sept. 5-6 -- at New Mexico Tournament Sept. 12-13

REGISTRATIONS 2003-04

The following schools are accepting registrations. Requirements may include birth certificate,

Events will celebrate opening of facility

Warren Rotary Club helped keep the project alive, one official said. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

George W. is covering up the fact of Saddam's death

Opinion: George W. is covering up the fact of Saddam's death EDITOR: The master of deception, George W.

WNBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's games

Liberty 74, Sun 73 UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- New York rallied from a 17-point deficit to win for just

PGA LEADERBOARD Second round

Shaun Micheel69-68--137-3 Billy Andrade67-72--139-1 Mike Weir68-71--139-1 Rod Pampling66-74--

OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

XTrevor and Katrina Dyce of Johnstown are announcing the birth of their first child, a daughter,

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL No decision yet in investigation of Ohio State's Maurice Clarett

A committee member said it will take some time to reach a decision. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A member of

PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Woods, Els still seeking season's first major win

The world's No. 1 and No. 2 players have just one more chance. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) -- Tiger Woods

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP Trustees OK purchase of cardiac monitor

Trustees also agreed to buy a salt spreader and announced a tire collection. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK

The Vindicator

The Vindicator COMMON SIGHT: Herds of deer are a common site at Pymatuning Deer Park.

PENNSYLVANIA Schools' assessments fall short

Basic math proficiency is one factor of the 'No Child Left Behind' law. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS

TRUMBULL COUNTY New housing rules aim to cut flooding

The subdivision changes went into effect Tuesday. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Lengthy last at-bat keeps Tribe on edge

Travis Hafner had three of Cleveland's 15 hits in the 9-6 win over the Twins. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) --

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