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Tax levy on ballot
Tax levy on ballot WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners voted Wednesday to place on the Nov. 4
Wedding planned by Miss McKay, Mr. Berardino
XCANFIELD -- The engagement of Carolyn D. McKay, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas M. McKay Sr., and
CITY SERIES Cowboys looking to stay on top
Chaney returns 15 lettermen from last year's playoff squad. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS
For weatherman, it's a matter of degree
The WFMJ forecaster's next step will be to earn a certificate in meteorology. YOUNGSTOWN -- Early-
Miss Toland, Jeffrey J. Glaser to wed Oct. 4
XYOUNGSTOWN -- James and Rita Toland of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Shooting death
Shooting death BELOIT -- Authorities are continuing to probe the shooting death of a Knox Township
MERCER CO. JAIL Prison board studies medicine distribution
The prison board may hire nurses to oversee the distribution of medicine. By HAROLD GWIN
HELOISE Golden rules of stain removal repeated
Dear Readers: On my radio show (visit my Web site, www.helo-ise.com, for more information), I seem
h English herb farmer offers advice on seeds
h English herb farmer offers advice on seeds Nature grows things from seed all the time, but some
DOWN THE FAIRWAYS This week's pro golf events
WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS NEC Invitational Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Firestone Country
SEASON IN REVIEW Warren Western Reserve's 1972 state championship
Coach: Joe Novak. Season record: 12-0. Schedule: Regular season 26Cleveland Collinwood0
Lisa Marie steps out from shadow of Elvis
Until word went out that Lisa Marie Presley was making a record, nobody gave much thought about
MAHONING SPORTSMAN CLUB566--3330 NEW MIDDLETOWN FARMERS562--3352 FISH & amp; GAME CLUB OF
MAHONING SPORTSMAN CLUB566--3330 NEW MIDDLETOWN FARMERS562--3352 FISH & amp; GAME CLUB OF
Columbiana sheriff to double fees for services
LISBON -- The Columbiana County Sheriff's Department is doubling its fees for certain services,
STEPPING IN Area's new coaches
Brian Shaner, Rayen Neal Kopp, Fitch Phil Annarella, Niles Cliff Jamieson, Lowellville Shawn
Bernard's three homers spark Chandler to Series semifinals
He also was hit by a pitch to force in the winning run in the seventh inning. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT,
TERRORISM Bush freezes Hamas assets
Five European-based groups are accused of raising money for terrorists. SEATTLE (AP) -- President
OHIO STATE FOOTBALL How many games will Clarett miss?
COLUMBUS AP) -- Ohio State running back Maurice Clarett was cleared to resume practicing with the
ELVIS IMPERSONATOR From Graceland to Washington
The local Elvis impersonator will perform on Capitol Hill in late September. By MATT BIXENSTINE
"The Republicans behind this recall say they want you to oust me for past mistakes. My friends, they
Opinion: "The Republicans behind this recall say they want you to oust me for past mistakes. My friends, they
REGION
REGION Goodyear, Steelworkers to vote on contract CINCINNATI -- Struggling Goodyear Tire &
MAHONING COUNTY Motion filed by defense team alleges attempted extortion
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- A father-daughter legal defense team
GIRARD Panel votes for monthly budgets
The mayor may eliminate the ambulance service and lay off firefighters. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
TUESDAY'S RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY SUBURBAN LEAGUE (At Austintown Township Park) BOYS Team
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox lose 3-2 to Oakland
Boston fell 61/2 games behind New York in the AL East race. ASSOCIATED PRESS Boston and Oakland
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XChris and Shannon Diffley of New York, N.Y., are announcing the birth of their first child, a
Today is Thursday, Aug. 21, the 233rd day of 2003. There are 132 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Aug. 21, the 233rd day of 2003. There are 132 days left in the year. On this date
WILMINGTON AREA District appeals test results
The school district believes it should only be on a warning list. BY LAURA MILOSER VINDICATOR
PAC BELL PARK Emotional Bonds lifts Giants to win
The San Francisco slugger rescued his team from its longest losing streak in three years. SAN
BOARDMAN LITTLE SPARTANS Parents discuss porn charges
Bloyer will be banned from all events associated with the football program. By JOHN W. GOODWIN
2003 OHSAA PLAYOFFS | Region assignments
Regional assignments for area teams in the OHSAA computer ratings for this season: DIVISION I
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune STILL WORKING: Jeannette Kirby of Columbus, Ga., stands next to her old
YOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONIC BAND Group to perform its 43rd consecutive fair show
CANFIELD -- The Youngstown Symphonic Band will perform its annual Canfield Fair band concert from 3
MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--A Call for Gertie10.206.403.40 Poplar Lady
TRIBE NOTES From The Jake
Healing: Omar Vizquel's comeback is almost complete. He could be back at shortstop for the Indians
New Castle to upgrade basin system
City officials are still trying to sell land on Laurel Avenue to a private developer. By LAURE
NILES Traffic flow changed for buses
Temporary traffic pattern changes take effect Friday. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Antioch Baptist Church, 110 Funston St., Youngstown, various commodities, 10 a.m.
WARREN School district improves in annual report rating
The state's new system of using a performance index score boosted the rating. By DENISE DICK
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox 'Billy's' lack of ambition is affecting marriage
Dear Annie: I've been married to "Billy" for 16 years. During that time, my salary has quadrupled,
Falcons QB Vick is struggling
He broke his leg Saturday in an exhibition game with the Ravens. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) --
TV WFMJ shows to cover it all
YOUNGSTOWN -- WFMJ-TV (Channel 21) kicked off the 2003 high school football season Sunday with
NASCAR Spencer appeals ruling; Busch tape heard
The drivers fought in the garage following Sunday's race. By MIKE HARRIS AP MOTORSPORTS WRITER
Associated Press
Associated Press VICTIM'S FUNERAL: A funeral home employee adjusts the flag on the coffin of
BEST SELLERS Top rankings
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "The Teeth of the Tiger," by Tom Clancy (Putnam, $27.95) 2. "The Da Vinci
NATIONAL LEAGUE Rolen leads Cardinals past Bucs
His six RBIs helped make up for Albert Pujols' absence. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Scott Rolen took
EVENTS Scenic Vista Park
Columbiana County Park District programs scheduled at Scenic Vista Park, 11000 Wayne Bridge Road,
STEEL VALLEY How we see them
1. Massillon Perry 2. North Canton Hoover 3. Uniontown Lake 4. Massillon Jackson 5. Canton
YOUNGSTOWN Rondinelli Cleaners operates McGuffey store, manager says
YOUNGSTOWN -- Rondinelli Cleaners is still operating on McGuffey Road, the store manager says, and
YOUNGSTOWN N. Side faithful harvest an idea
The farmers market is a symbol of neighborhood cooperation and renewal. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
WARREN Report awaited on decision about disciplining police chief
The city paid $4,000 for the outside legal review of the police department. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
COMPUTERS Viruses continue to infect
DOW JONES NEWSWIRES NEW YORK -- A virus that debuted this week has been declared the fastest
Lowellville's new coach will have Rockets throwing
In recent seasons, one team has stood a little above the rest. This year could break that trend.
October rite set for Miss Strange, Christopher Truex
XDIAMOND -- Kathleen and Daniel Reagan, 9408 Tallmadge Road, are announcing the engagement of their
Erin R. Folda to be bride of David Farragher
XBOARDMAN -- The engagement of Erin Ruth Folda and David Thomas Farragher, both of 269 S. Cadillac
LISBON Ex-schools chief pleads guilty to theft
The educator is accused of pocketing more than $4,000 in Salem money. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
NEC INVITATIONAL Low scores hard to come by at tournament's second day
Chris Riley and David Toms share the lead going into the weekend. AKRON (AP) -- The only thing
STEELERS Now playing: Training Day Off
A morning at the movies didn't help the team's performance in an afternoon practice. LATROBE, Pa.
GREENVILLE, PA. Evidence of criminal activity is sought
County officials want to bring closure to a probe that began a year ago. By HAROLD GWIN
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)4020.667-- Williamsport (Pirates)3824.6133
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go Harley-Davidson: 11401 N. Congress, Kansas City, (877) 883-1450, www.
COUNTERTOPS Material, colors liven up kitchen
Granite is the most durable. Plastic laminate, not so much. By MEGAN SEXTON KNIGHT RIDDER
FIRSTENERGY CORP. Conserving power avoids rolling blackouts
Companies and residents cut back on power use. CLEVELAND (AP) -- FirstEnergy Corp. avoided rolling
WNBA Capsules
WNBA Capsules HOUSTON (AP) -- Sheryl Swoopes scored 15 of her 17 points in the second half and the
CANFIELD Couple considers running for seats
By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- Ed Bayus says he and his wife, embattled
GROVE CITY COLLEGE School's trustees board appoints new chairman
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- David Rathburn, a 1979 Grove City College graduate and trustee since 1992, has
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses George E. Mrofchak Jr., 34, of 481 Como St., Struthers, and
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photo A The Vindicator INSTRUMENTS: Display cases at the Ashtabula Great Lakes Marine and U.S.
WHEATLAND, PA. Progress reported in pact talks
WHEATLAND, Pa. -- "Negotiations went pretty well," said Dom Vadala, chief negotiator for Local 1660
WARREN Downtown study to lead to redevelopment
Atlantic and Fulton streets and Tod and Chestnut avenues border the downtown. By DENISE DICK
TOP 10 Finding family fun
The top U.S. family summer attractions researched on the Web, from TripAdvisor.com: Kennedy Space
BAYLOR Stanton steps up stepping down
The Baylor athletic director's exit timetable was truncated. WACO, Texas (AP) -- Tom Stanton, who
AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners 9, Blue Jays 1 TORONTO -- Edgar Martinez hit a tiebreaking three-run
Arrested on a warrant
Arrested on a warrant YOUNGSTOWN -- Joseph L. Sanders, 31, of Dryden Avenue made news in July
Soap is still a steadfast staple in the shower
WASHINGTON POST There are those few minutes -- post-alarm clock, treadmill and coffee; pre-bagel,
Heeding [your] calls for change
High school football season starts on Thursday, which marks the time of year when all of you anxious
Police commission hires 3 part-time officers
FARRELL, Pa. -- The Southwest Mercer County Regional Police Commission has hired three part-time
NEW BOOKS
NEW BOOKS KSU professor writes book on black women's anxiety "Sooth Your Nerves: The Black
PROJECTS Hermitage
STARTING WITHIN 30 DAYS Richmond/Parkview Drive area: Add catch basins and pipe some ditches.
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth James and Joleen Starcher, 2620 Greenvillle Road, Cortland, girl, Aug. 20. Wesley
Fitch tops Chaney to snap losing skid
The Falcons had not beaten Chaney since the 1999 season. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY YSU senior's involvement is inspirational to the area
With all the negative press about the Valley's children graduating college and leaving town, it's
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Democrats, unions decry proposed overtime changes
Workers fear more work and less pay under the president's proposal. MIAMI (AP) -- There are days
ANDOVER INDUSTRIES Son was mistreated, shooter's parents say
"They looked at Rick and they knew he was slow. If they were picking people for a job, they always
Community rewards pupils for academics
Organizations offer pupils activities and reward them with supplies. By JoANNE VIVIANO
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- An Army Reserve cook from western Pennsylvania was killed by a land mine while
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- An Army Reserve cook from western Pennsylvania was killed by a land mine while
Pageant winner sings a new song as graduate
Beagle has participated in plays and operatic performances at YSU. YOUNGSTOWN -- Amanda Beagle is
HUBBARD Levy to support city pool to be on November ballot
While a majority of residents say they don't use the pool, 51 percent said they would support a
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
MAHONING COUNTY Elections panel erred on candidate
Only legal action can remove the candidate from the ballot. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
Volunteers transform old school building
A career exploration laboratory has been added to the building. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
WNBA Taylor hits 20 as Rockers roll past Sun, 69-52
Cleveland played more than eight minutes without coach Dan Hughes. CLEVELAND (AP) -- This time,
Report awaited on decision about chief of police
The city paid $4,000 for the outside legal review of the police department. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
MAHONING, SHENANGO VALLEYS Hermitage plans storm-water projects
All work should be started within 60 days, the city manager said. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Voters to get the opportunity to decide on 911 surcharge
Several answering points for 911 calls will be set throughout the county. By NORMAN LEIGH
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, Mega Ball, Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-4-7 Pick 4, 5-7-3-6
LEETONIA Rainy weather delays stadium construction; Bears head to the road
Campbell Memorial has been independent since the MVC disbanded in 1993. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
U.S. AMATEUR GOLF Holmes leads 66 golfers into match play competition
Oakmont Country Club took its toll on several of the top amateur players. OAKMONT, Pa. (AP) --
BELL CASTING
BELL CASTING Schedule All events take place in the Canfield Fairgrounds main concourse:
WNBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's other game
Comet 52, Storm 47 HOUSTON -- Sheryl Swoopes scored 15 of her 17 points in the second half and the
FEDERAL LEAGUE Fitch, Spartans won't compete for league title
Because of a schedule logjam the two teams don't play everybody this season. By JOE SCALZO
MERCER COUNTY Group seeks support for services for disabled
The money should follow the individual, one official said. MERCER, Pa. -- An Erie-based advocacy
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ASSOCIATE IN ARTS Tammy Ren & eacute; Brown Carmen Paul Chicone
Surging Twins beat Tribe
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The race in the AL Central got a lot tighter. Torii Hunter and Jason Davis did
Matt Duran, 5, above, a new kindergartner at Poland North Elementary School, peeks between the seat
Matt Duran, 5, above, a new kindergartner at Poland North Elementary School, peeks between the seat
YOUNGSTOWN CITY COUNCIL News and notes
Youngstown City Council handled these items Wednesday: Adopted the International Property
Firefighter's brother, 37, found dead at home
Firefighter's brother, 37, found dead at home HUBBARD -- The brother of a volunteer firefighter
Police investigating 3 burglaries of offices
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Police are investigating a rash of office burglaries. The latest was reported
NEC LEADERBOARD Second round
David Toms66-67--133-7 Chris Riley66-67--133-7 Fred Funk72-62--134-6 Vijay Singh69-65--134-6
AREA'S TOP 25 Seniors to watch
NameSizePos.SchoolNotes Brandon Alexander6-1, 180DBHowlandIndiana University recruit Branndon
YSU FOOTBALL Tailback Doby prepares for fifth season
The Penguins are counting on the running back this season. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
Son was mistreated, shooter's parents say
This was the first homicide in Andover in at least 20 years, the police chief said. By STEPHEN
Phone-cam blog is latest high-tech gizmo
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS You're on a beach or at a rocking party and have a sudden urge to share
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Voters to decide on 911 surcharge
Several answering points for 911 calls will be set throughout the county. By NORMAN LEIGH
A misdirected attack
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Opposition parties use the Senate confirmation process to block presidential
Rising death toll in Iraq shows war hasn't ended
Opinion: Three months after President Bush stood on the deck of the USS Abraham Lincoln and reveled in the
Youngstown wins big
Youngstown wins big The Youngstown 13-14 Babe Ruth team scored 14 runs in the second inning and
SHENANGO VALLEY Hermitage plans storm-water projects
All work should be started within 60 days, the city manager said. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
In 1972, Warren Reserve won Valley's first crown
That Raiders team also achieved academic distinction. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Caspio-DelBane wedding to be in Lyndhurst church
XThe engagement of Christina L. Caspio of Mayfield Heights and John A. DelBane of Euclid is being
SNIPER SHOOTINGS Valley linked to trial in Va.
The temporary parking lot will be across from the courthouse. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Company sues ex-employee over contract
YOUNGSTOWN -- A California company says a former employee improperly took over its $1 million
NFL PRESEASON Browns' defense is latest concern
After two lackluster performances in the preseason, players aren't panicking. BEREA (AP) -- Now
Zoppelt-Akers wedding to be in park chapel
XNORTH JACKSON -- Laura Christine Zoppelt, daughter of Ralph and Ruth Zoppelt, 378 N. Lipkey Road,
ON THE AIR Local Browns, Steelers broadcasts
BROWNS Exhibition Saturday -- at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. (Channel 27; WKBN-AM 570, WNCD-FM 93.3)
MAHONING COUNTY Well-marked alternative routes direct travelers to Canfield Fair
Signs will be posted to alert people of other ways to get to the fair. CANFIELD -- Because of the
TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE Protopapa may have found a home
The coach wants stability in his career and continued success on the field. By MATT BIXENSTINE
OLD APPLIANCES Holding on to their family treasures
Old washers and refrigerators hold more than just clothes and food for some. By DENISE DRAKE
GENERATION 'NEXT'
ENRIQUE IGLESIAS Studmuffin Latin singer and son of balladeer Julio Iglesias Thumbnail: With
States aim to chill highway hotheads
As society becomes more hostile, the roads become more dangerous. MIAMI (AP) -- On an isolated
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Clarett reaction locally is harsh
Most agree that the Ohio State standout has to grow up. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT The Mahoning