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NFL Steelers struggle as season nears
Pittsburgh has dropped two straight exhibition games, with two more to play. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
Hunter hurts Indians
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Enraged by the umpire's safe call, Tim Laker got himself thrown out. The Cleveland
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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BROWNS Undrafted and unheralded, Holcomb is the man
The career backup unseated Tim Couch as the team's starting quarterback. BEREA (AP) -- Butch Davis
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
COLUMBIANA As deadline nears, one candidate has filed for school board vacancies
Thursday is the filing deadline for November candidates. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
REGION
REGION Aeros lose 3-1 AKRON -- Ian Oquendo held Akron to one run on three hits as the Altoona
COURTS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James K. Thomas, 37, of 3733 Indian Run Drive #3, Canfield,
Horsemen's group to introduce scholarship winners
CANFIELD -- The Canfield Harness Horsemen's Association will introduce the winners of two $500
OHIO SCHOOLS Youngstown, Warren, E. Liverpool earn improved academic ratings
Report cards are available at www.ode.state.oh.us. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
Reform Party meeting
Reform Party meeting AUSTINTOWN -- Local residents interested in helping to revitalize the Reform
NORTH SIDE | Reunion weekend
The seventh annual Northside Reunion weekend will be Aug. 29-31. A schedule of events: FRIDAY
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times JINGLING JEWELS: Wendy Thorlakson models her Jean Jewels in her Venice, Calif.,
Show keeps hip-hop fans on the move
Warren residents Erin McBride, left, and Cyree Tenney, both 11, dance as Nelly performs. The popular
Seeking solutions in Austintown
By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER AUSTINTOWN -- Wedgewood-area residents want township and
COLORING CONTEST
COLORING CONTEST Winners Children from throughout the Mahoning Valley and other areas entered
Man faces more child porn charges
GIRARD -- A Boardman man already facing child pornography charges in that township was to appear
WRTA SCHEDULE
WRTA SCHEDULE Buses to fairgrounds Buses operate Thursday, Friday and Saturday only. Leave
NFL PRESEASON AT A GLANCE
AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA New England2001.0004619 Buffalo110.5004456 N.Y.
TREND Jewels find themselves in the fashion loop
The pendants are meant to accentuate hip-hugging waistlines of jeans. LOS ANGELES TIMES LOS
Missile strike kills Hamas official
Hamas supporters at the scene vowed revenge. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- An Israeli helicopter
CONCERTS Ponderosa Park
Country music acts are returning to Ponderosa Park. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster outlets,
Sweet touts YSU's successes in state of university speech
Opinion: It came as no surprise that Youngstown State University President Dr. David Sweet struck an
CONSUMER REPORTS Japanese models top used cars list
Japan had 15 of the 18 bargains; the United States had the other three. CBS MARKETWATCH SAN
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Minimum wage law for servers is different
Dear Annie: This letter is in response to "Enlightened in Virginia," whose daughter is a restaurant
NASCAR Newman's gamble gets fifth victory of season
He gambled on having enough fuel to finish the race and beat Kurt Busch. BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) --
ATP WESTERN & amp; SOUTHERN FINANCIAL GROUP MASTERS RESULTS
ATP WESTERN & amp; SOUTHERN FINANCIAL GROUP MASTERS RESULTS Sunday At The ATP Tennis Center
West Nile virus in Pa.
West Nile virus in Pa. MERCER, Pa. -- The first sign of West Nile virus in Mercer County was found
Cat kills pet birds
Cat kills pet birds NILES -- A Mason Street woman told police a neighborhood cat came in through a
Campbell encouraged by second-place finish
He was within one shot of the lead going to the final hole at Oak Hill. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) --
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Micheel has 4 good days and one spectacular shot
His 7-iron to 2 inches from the cup on No. 18 sewed up his first PGA win. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) --
AROUND THE HORN Sunday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners 3, Red Sox 1 SEATTLE -- Freddy Garcia won his second straight start
Recording industry says lawsuits will target worst offenders only
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Recording Industry Association of America says it will not go after small
PNC PARK Fogg clears path to Pirates victory
He recovered from a career-worst game to defeat the Brewers. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Josh Fogg got over
Steelers shake up lineup; Zereoue gets start for season opener
Coach Bill Cowher benched Jerome Bettis and tight end Mark Bruener. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jerome
REUNIONS
XCampbell Memorial High School January and June Classes of 1948 will hold a 55th-year reunion Sept.
RONDINELLI TUXEDO RENTAL Name confusion causes problems for business
Rondinelli Tuxedo Rental is not connected with the closed dry cleaning shops. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
SHARON SPEEDWAY SATURDAY'S RESULTS
SHARON SPEEDWAY SATURDAY'S RESULTS 410 Sprint Cars: A-Main 01 -- 1. Chad Hill, Cowansville, Pa.;
U.S. captures No. 5; blast toll rises to 23
U.S. officials gave no details as to how 'Chemical Ali' was captured. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
USED CARS What to buy
Best used car buys, with average dealer asking price: Honda Civic EX, 1996, $6,000, or 2001,
GIRARD, BOARDMAN Hearings set in case tied to child porn
Bloyer is charged separately in both jurisdictions. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for 1:30
Tressel: Clarett doubtful for Washington game
The NCAA queried a teaching assistant about academic misconduct at OSU. LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- A
U.S. asks U.N., allies for help adding forces
Some countries wanted a U.N. resolution in place before sending troops to Iraq. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Private jet companies aim to cut out hassles of flying
One executive expects it to be a billion dollar business down the road. NEW YORK (AP) -- Allan
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)4514.763-- Scrappers (Indians)2832.467171/2
Paint-ball shooting spree ends in 5 arrests
GIRARD -- Four adults and a juvenile were arrested early today and accused of firing paint-balls at
INNER-CITY SOFTBALL LEAGUE
INNER-CITY SOFTBALL LEAGUE PLAYOFF SCORES FOR THE WEEK OF 8-17-03 BW-3 Austintown 31-15,
PITTSBURGH Flight 93 group has yet to get money
The passengers and crew have been hailed as heroes. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A nonprofit organization
World's best test Firestone
Among the 86-man World Golf Championship field are the top 50 players in the world ranking. AKRON
TENNIS Roddick beats Fish in Cincinnati event
He lost the first set before winning the Cincinnati Masters. MASON (AP) -- Seventh-seeded Andy
Marshall will be YSU's starter
After the first two weeks of camp for the Youngstown State football team, the quarterback situation
TRENTON, N.J. Toys 'R' Us cuts losses in second quarter, aims to improve with holiday season
Toys 'R' Us says it is disappointed in the performance of its toy stores. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) --
WNBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games
Liberty 71, Rockers 54 CLEVELAND -- Crystal Robinson made all eight of her shots and scored 19
LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES Tallmadge ousted by Boynton Beach, Fla.
The Ohio team fell behind early and could never recover. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) -- By the
NFL ROUNDUP Training camp news and notes
Jets: Middle linebacker Marvin Jones has gone through plenty of injuries throughout his career. For
It's time to cut war losses and bring soldiers home
Opinion: It's time to cut war losses and bring soldiers home EDITOR: Prior to last Memorial Day, four
PONDEROSA PARK Concerts return to pavilion
The first show is scheduled for Sunday. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER SALEM --
LOCAL
LOCAL Book on WWII to be topic of library discussion group HOWLAND -- The Warren-Trumbull County
MAHONING VALLEY Boardman flood victims want officials to set plan
Frustrated residents expressed their rage in a raucous meeting. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
'DICTIONARY OF EUPHEMISMS' Book entertains with thoughtless words
British appeal, taboo subjects and Pentagon-speak fill the book's pages. By CHARLES MATTHEWS
Voters to get the opportunity to decide on 911 surcharge
Several answering points for 911 calls will be set throughout the county. & lt;a
POLAND Teen faces charges in scuffle with cops
Police say they used only necessary force to control the teen. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Execs donate to Bush race
WASHINGTON POST The top two executives of FirstEnergy Corp., the Ohio-based utility that is a
A galling strategy
Opinion: Seattle Times: U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham would do well to simmer down and work with the
"If the weather gets brutal over a very large part of the country, we'll be right back to pushing
Opinion: "If the weather gets brutal over a very large part of the country, we'll be right back to pushing
WOMEN'S HEART ATTACKS Unseen health risks
By VALERIE REITMAN LOS ANGELES TIMES AT AGE 30 AND SEEMING-ly in great health, Cindy DeMarco was
A child dies of abuse, and with no explanation
Opinion: Once again we see an agency responsible for protecting children against abuse covering up its own
LOCAL ROUNDUP
Teen advisory board HUBBARD -- The public library is looking for Hubbard teens, 14 to 18, to serve
NFL Nimmo fits into Bucs' system
The New Castle native is impressing Tampa Bay Buccaneers brass. By TOM BALOG SPECIAL TO THE
Associated Press
Associated Press PRIVATE FLYING: Ken Austin, executive vice president of Marquis Jet, left, and
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 19, the 231st day of 2003. There are 134 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Aug. 19, the 231st day of 2003. There are 134 days left in the year. On this date
Portion of state Route 164 to be open during football game
NORTH LIMA -- The portion of state Route 164 that runs along the South Range School Complex in North
FOOD
WEDNESDAY Mount Moriah F.B.H. Church, 84 Bright Ave., Campbell, various commodities, 5 to 6 p.m.
Four seniors merit teammates' respect
They were named captains for YSU's 2003 season. & lt;a href=mailto:mollica@vindy.com &
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Nachen (L.Gonzalez)2.602.20NoTix Dawn's Baby
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Humidity, rain and more rain -- my worst Ohio summer yet
I stood outside my garage with sweat darkening the front of my shirt. After a long walk, my skin was
MEDICAL ADVICE Building is popular with crowds
Hospice of the Valley will showcase a new facility during the fair. By MATT BIXENSTINE
PGA LEADERBOARD Final round
Shaun Micheel69-68-69-70--276-4 Chad Campbell69-72-65-72--278-2 Timothy Clark72-70-68-69--279-1
MAHONING COUNTY Let the road work begin
Green Beaver Road in Green Township will get the biggest face-lift. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
AUTO INDUSTRY Ford plans to build sedan in Mexican plant
ATLANTA (AP) -- Reports that Ford Motor Co. will start building its Futura line in Mexico and Canada
ROAD PAVING What's scheduled
Austintown: Ohltown Road from state Route 46 to Silica Road. Beaver: Garfield Road from Route 46
Changes considered for bid work
The company is also in line to receive $100,000 to design a fence. & lt;a
SALEM Teachers, support staff negotiate contracts
Until labor talks are complete, employees will work under current contracts. By NORMAN LEIGH
LINCOLN HIGHWAY Old-time gas pumps to lure tourist traffic
The 200-mile swath was designated a historic corridor in 1995. EVERETT, Pa. (AP) -- Times are
Buses to run to fairgrounds every two hours
YOUNGSTOWN -- WRTA will operate buses to the Canfield Fair beginning on Thursday, Youth Day. Last
BLACKOUT PROBE FirstEnergy's operations scrutinized
The power company has also been sued over Clean Air Act violations. WASHINGTON POST AKRON -- As
Council votes against putting charter issue on Nov. ballot
Four council members voted for the issue and four were opposed. & lt;a
Airport mall access will remain restricted
IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) -- Despite continued lobbying by Pittsburgh airport officials, people without
BOOKS
BOOKS Memories of Akron AKRON -- The University of Akron Press recently published "Gum-Dipped: A
Shaun Lane will lead Hubbard's quest for a fifth straight playoff appearance.
Shaun Lane will lead Hubbard's quest for a fifth straight playoff appearance. Coach Doug
IN FLIGHT: A Marquis Jet executive displays his own company membership card in the cockpit of a
IN FLIGHT: A Marquis Jet executive displays his own company membership card in the cockpit of a
Lawyer: Suspect explains clothes
The judge ruled he doesn't have jurisdiction in three of the five charges. & lt;a
AMERICAN LEAGUE Ludwick leads Tribe to win
Cleveland defeated Tampa Bay 5-4 in 12 innings. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Ryan Ludwick is comfortable at
HELOISE Response to ADHD program was tremendous
Dear Heloise: You might remember me as the mother of six children with ADHD who wrote in last year
BIRTHS
St. Elizabeth William and Nicole Spencer, 218 S. Main St., Youngstown, girl, Aug. 18. Scott and
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES Sunday At Oak Hill Country Club Rochester, N.Y. Purse: $6 million
GOLF ROUNDUP Se Ri Pak wins 4th Jamie Farr crown
She became only the eighth player to win the same tournament four times. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ludwick leads Tribe
Ludwick leads Tribe Ryan Ludwick had two RBI singles in extra innings to lift the Cleveland
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York7547.615--z-6-4W-433-2442-
Cemetery dig in good hands
& lt;a href=mailto:yovich@vindy.com & gt;By TIM YOVICH & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN Jury selection begins for man charged in drive-by killing case
The trial will recess today and resume Wednesday. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
YOUNGSTOWN Sweet's speech hails YSU successes, strategic plan
He called YSU the best place in Northeast Ohio for an undergrad education. YOUNGSTOWN -- Touting
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
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE TODAY BOYS GOLF Niles at Austintown Fitch, 1 p.m. Mooney at Grizzly Golf Classic at
WHAT'S A 'FAMILY'? Debating definitions
By DAVID CRARY ASSOCIATED PRESS WILLIAM CARTER'S family doesn't fit the mold forged by early
SCRAPPERS Team back to Batavia after loss
Brad Snyder and Mike Conroy each had three hits against Tri-City. TROY, N.Y. -- The Mahoning
MAHONING COUNTY Road repair work set to start: at least one in each township
Green Beaver Road in Green Township will get the biggest face-lift. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
Drive-by soaking
Drive-by soaking YOUNGSTOWN -- A Super Soaker CPS 4100, promoted as a "serious water blaster" that
WARREN Child's play is store's project
Volunteer work at the playground begins Friday and runs through Sunday. By DENISE DICK
Cayson makes impact for Red
He rushed for 74 yards on seven carries, with three touchdowns. & lt;a
LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES GLANCE
LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES GLANCE At South Williamsport, Pa. All Times EDT UNITED STATES
NOTEBOOK PGA Championship
Presidents Cup: Charles Howell III will get his wish to play for his country in the Presidents Cup.