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GIRLS SOCCER PREVIEW Best offense is a strong defense for Eagles
Despite losses, Hubbard will try for its fourth straight district title. By TOM WILLIAMS
MAHONING COUNTY Let the road work begin
Green Beaver Road in Green Township will get the biggest face-lift. & lt;a
PONDEROSA PARK Concerts return to pavilion
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Youngstown health center wants to take over Alliance clinic
The Alliance center would also serve southwest Mahoning County. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR
Youngstown Babe Ruth All-Stars lose, 2-0
QUINCY, Mass. -- Corey Collins fired a four-hitter in a complete-game effort, but the Youngstown
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 3-1-2 Pick 4, 6-4-7-8 Buckeye 5, 1-14-25-30-
Rain doesn't dampen spirits as music plays
The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra performs at Cafaro Field in Niles for Pops at the Ballpark 2003.
REVIEW Nelly's show inspires talent in the Valley
Nelly and Murphy Lee went overboard in plugging Lee's new CD. By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT
NASCAR Labonte wins 4th pole at Michigan Speedway
He won his second straight pole at the track in the Irish Hills. BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- There's
WINNING NUMBERS | AUGUST 9-15
OHIO Friday 8/15 Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-7-6 Pick 4, 6-6-5-1 Buckeye 5, 2-19-25-31-32 Mega
INDIANS Sabathia's first career shutout leads Tribe
Josh Bard's game-winning single in the ninth inning beat Tampa Bay, 1-0. CLEVELAND (AP) -- C.C.
14th novel in series delights
By DAVID MONTGOMERY SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Pulitzer prize-winning journalist John Camp
Ross, Hall take over in Buckeye backfield
The two juniors will share duties until Maurice Clarett returns. By RON MUSSELMAN TOLEDO BLADE
GOLF ROUNDUP Diaz holds three-shot lead in LPGA tourney
13-year-old Michelle Wie missed her first cut in five LPGA events this year. ASSOCIATED PRESS
LAWRENCE COUNTY State probes rest home finances
The county controller's investigation is also ongoing. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
Band will pay tribute to Hope at Lawn and Strawberry Social
CORTLAND -- The fourth annual Lawn and Strawberry Social is planned for 6 p.m. Aug 24 on the lawn at
NOTEBOOK From Oak Hill
Duval's struggles continue: David Duval's downward spiral continued Friday when he withdrew from the
MAHONING VALLEY Boardman flood victims tell officials to work on a plan
Frustrated residents expressed their rage in a raucous meeting. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
PRO BASS ANGLING Proven hot spots not always tried and true
Classic provides lessons from the best in bass fishing SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL It was
BROWNS Coach's decision delights at least 1 of the receivers
Most of the quarterbacks' teammates are trying to remain neutral. BEREA (AP) -- Quincy Morgan's
MAJOR LEAGUE LEADERS
AMERICAN LEAGUE GABRHPct. ISuzuki Sea11950489171.339 Mueller Bos10838366126.329 Bradley
Michigan speedway not hit by blackout
BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- Officials at Michigan International Speedway said the track was operating on
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Minor league baseball fun to watch
The 2003 major league baseball season is winding down. The NFL season is winding up, with the Browns
WARREN Debate rages over charter
Voters may see the issue on November's ballot if council members vote by then. By DENISE DICK
PA. PARKS McConnell's Mill and Moraine
A few boat trips and several nature programs are on tap for this month at Moraine and McConnell's
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW 2003 girls soccer
Gone but not forgotten: The Class of 2003 was loaded with some of the Mahoning Valley's best soccer
CLEVELAND It's decision time for Browns' Davis
Kelly Holcomb and Tim Couch were both effective in a 38-31 loss to the Packers. By BRIAN RICHESSON
GETTING INVOLVED \ Offering courses
The following offer courses through the Lawrence County Learning Center. In the last school year,
LOTTERY RESULTS
SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 9-7-3 Pick 4, 1-7-1-0 Buckeye 5, 3-16-18-23-29
SCOTT SHALAWAY Green snakes lie in wait for their meals
Except when a robin or mourning dove builds a nest right outside the kitchen window, finding active
BROWNS NOTEBOOK From Cleveland
Sidelined: Defensive end Courtney Brown could have played in Friday's game, but he elected not to.
After surging to first round lead, Mickelson falls four shots behind
The gamble-prone golfer is 0-for-41 in major tournaments. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) -- Phil Mickelson
ABA: Lawyers should disclose business clients' illegal acts
Opinion: Miami Herald: The American Bar Association wants its members to do more than competently defend
Vikings' wideout Moss improves attitude
MANKATO, Minn. (AP) -- The Randy Ratio didn't quite add up for Minnesota. Coach Mike Tice's
Special to The Vindicator
Special to The Vindicator RESCUER: Judge Ralph Pratt cuddles Peanut, who was found wandering
"Everyone just seems to go with the flow, so I guess we will, too. There's not much to do about it,
Opinion: "Everyone just seems to go with the flow, so I guess we will, too. There's not much to do about it,
Bringing back memories
Bringing back memories Former Warren Western Reserve High football coach Joe Novak is enjoying
Speaker tells grads: Never stop learning
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- If you stop learning, you stop growing
COLUMBUS State grant to fund incubator for client investment services
The state also released $15,000 to YSU for a new student housing complex. COLUMBUS -- The
LISBON Man trains for new teaching career path
The program tailors technical training to disabled students' individual needs. By NANCY TULLIS
SWIMMING Firestone Area team wins Youngstown league title
Several swimmers set two individual championship meet records. For the first time in its history,
JACOBS FIELD Rays beat Tribe in 13th inning
It was Cleveland's American League-leading 17th extra inning game of the year. CLEVELAND (AP) --
STANDINGS NY-Penn League
McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)3719.661-- Williamsport (Pirates)3622.6212 Hudson
Two-vehicle accident kills Liberty Twp. man
Two-vehicle accident kills Liberty Twp. man LIBERTY -- A township man died near his home in a two-
Associated Press
Associated Press TEMPORARY SHELTER: Janet Gibson takes cover from the rain as a thunderstorm
STEELERS Mike Logan shows his ability at strong safety
After two uneventful seasons, Mike Logan has become a starter. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- He hasn't
MAHONING VALLEY When bad checks hang in the balance
Store operators say they have to be vigilant to stop check fraud. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
LOCAL
LOCAL Host families sought YOUNGSTOWN -- The Phantom Hockey team is seeking volunteers to serve
Krenzel's hit stirs shivers
The quarterback's arm was jarred near the end of Saturday's practice. COLUMBUS (AP) -- It was an
Tallmadge loses Series opener, 2-1
The Ohio team almost pulled out a win with a sixth innig rally. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) --
GOLF Make-A-Wish outing is set at Bedford Trails
It will be the first charity golf outing of the summer. COITSVILLE -- The first summer charity
ROAD PAVING What's scheduled
Austintown: Ohltown Road from state Route 46 to Silica Road. Beaver: Garfield Road from Route 46
MIKE BRAUN Was big carp a 'lost' fish?
The large exotic-species fish that washed up on the shores of Lake Glacier recently may have been
YSU FOOTBALL Special teams roles are defined
The Penguins hold their final two-a-day sessions on Wednesday. & lt;a
Program aims to turn students into employees
Students are selected based on income guidelines and applications. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
PGA LEADERBOARD Second round
Shaun Micheel69-68--137-3 Billy Andrade67-72--139-1 Mike Weir68-71--139-1 Rod Pampling66-74--
AROUND THE HORN Friday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 6, Orioles 4 BALTIMORE -- Aaron Boone hit a disputed three-run homer in
IRAQ Car bomb rips U.N. offices
The top U.N. envoy to Iraq was trapped and wounded. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A car bomb ripped
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Carly Lee(K Kash)24.007.204.20 Brooklyn Bloomer(K
UNION TWP., PA. Former clerk, officials settle suit over job
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- An out-of-court settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed by a former Union
Charges reduced in work-release case
Sentencing won't take place until November, after a background check. By PATRICIA MEADE
Shots fired in plant; 2 dead
Several people were reported injured at the Ashtabula County site. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS ANDOVER --
State probes rest home
The county controller's investigation is also ongoing. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
Murderous dictator dies without paying for sins
Opinion: It really doesn't matter what awaits former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in the afterworld. While on
Best offense is strong defense for Eagles
Despite losses, Hubbard will try for its fourth straight district title. By TOM WILLIAMS
NFL PRESEASON | Friday's other games
Cowboys 34, Texans 6 IRVING, Texas -- Quincy Carter showed Bill Parcells several reasons why he
NASCAR Suspensions follow Spencer's punch
Jimmy Spencher gave little indication as to what provoked him. ASSOCIATED PRESS Jimmy Spencer
Trustees OK aid for yards, trash
Trash pickup will begin Monday. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN --
LUNCH BREAK: Chuck Salde, left, and Sam Bishko talk after lunch at the Harley Diner in Cleveland.
LUNCH BREAK: Chuck Salde, left, and Sam Bishko talk after lunch at the Harley Diner in Cleveland.
Investing in Ohio State
Investing in Ohio State A Pennsylvania real estate investor is giving a record-tying $30 million
NEW CASTLE Judge's ruling: A nice little kitten like you doesn't belong in a garbage can like this
The judge will consider only those who will keep the cat indoors. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
PAN AM GAMES Raab leads U.S. swimmers to medals
He broke the record twice in the 200-meter butterfly event. SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP)
JACK WOLLITZ Different weather, different tactics
Northeastern Ohio anglers, after months of dodging thunderbolts and torrential rainstorms, now are
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,
Judge's ruling: A nice little kitten like you doesn't belong in a garbage can
The judge will consider only those who will keep the cat indoors. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
BUSCH SERIES Kahne surprised at first pole win for Cabela 250
He thought the field would be too tough to get his first-ever pole spot. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Donavon Taylor, 9, rides a tire swing in the front yard of his Lisbon home. Hot, dry weather this
Donavon Taylor, 9, rides a tire swing in the front yard of his Lisbon home. Hot, dry weather this
Teen gets reduced sentence in assault
The victim's father had asked for the stiffest penalty possible. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
LAWRENCE COUNTY Center: an advance in learning
In the past three years, the center's enrollment has tripled. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
IRAQ Ex-official is captured
He was once Iraq's second-most powerful man. TIKRIT, Iraq (AP) -- Taha Yassin Ramadan, a former
COURTS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeff A. Marshall, 28, of 835 Vienna Ave., Niles, and Laura L.
Judge allows statement in trial
Defense attorney Damian Billak argued that the statement was improper. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
MERCER COUNTY Commissioners OK buying equipment to improve courts
Commissioners were asked to discuss minority hiring. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
NL CENTRAL Pirates post 6-3 victory over Milwaukee
The Bucs' racing pierogies also beat the Brewers' sausages before the contest. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION Western Reserve Fish & amp; Game, 3rd St. Ext. , Niles, Sept. 26,