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WARREN Accuser recants to avoid third trial
The accused was in prison during appeals. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
Pepsi hops on vanilla bandwagon
By BECKY SHER KNIGHT RIDER TRIBUNE As if you needed another beverage choice, here's the latest:
Farmers market
Farmers market YOUNGSTOWN -- The second Northside Farmers Market will be from 9 a.m. to noon
FASHION The end of a season signals beginning of hunting best buys
As summer's end approaches, apparel prices begin to fall. SCRIPPS HOWARD Signs abound that the
SHARON State revokes the license of former teacher
SHARON, Pa. -- The state Department of Education has revoked the license of a former Sharon teacher
SHENANGO VALLEY Merger review continues
The earliest any merger proposal could go to the ballot is November 2004. By HAROLD GWIN
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Official outlines proposal for 911
Planners think current dispatchers can be used. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
BASEBALL
BASEBALL BB Rooners baseball team -- is conducting tryouts for the 2004 summer traveling team. The
FRIDAY NIGHT SCORES
FRIDAY NIGHT SCORES HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Poland 33, Alliance 27 Chaney 22, Uniontown Lake
The Vindicator
The Vindicator OUT OF BUSINESS: The Rulli Bros. store on South Avenue in Boardman is closed after
Boy run over by car
Boy run over by car NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A 5-year-old boy run over by a car was still being treated
Ursuline graduate Irizarry humbled by new experience
The Ohio State tight end calls himself "a little fish in a big ocean." By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
LORDSTOWN UAW blasts report, denies unions are hurting region
The union officials said a consultant never interviewed labor leaders. By DON SHILLING
Need some shelving? Just can it
Q. I am really into recycling, and I want to make some great accessories for my room. Do you have
HUBBARD Photo ID cards debut for pupils in 2 schools
Uses for the card will expand as the bugs are worked out of the system. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
AMERICAN LEAGUE TIGERS 5, INDIANS 4 DETROITCLEVELAND abrhbiabrhbi ASnchz cf4010Crisp cf4020
OKLAHOMA Prosecution of WorldCom concerns federal agencies
Oklahoma files 15 felony charges against WorldCom. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Oklahoma's effort to
Jacqueline Joseph, Joseph Hritz plan spring wedding
XJacqueline M. Joseph of Cortland and Joseph M. Hritz of Mentor are announcing their engagement.
OSU FOOTBALL With Clarett on the sideline, Bucks' brass mulls response
Clarett will not dress for Saturday's opener against Washington. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Maurice Clarett
"I went from being completely confident to completely discouraged ... to simply doing it."
Opinion: "I went from being completely confident to completely discouraged ... to simply doing it." Kelly
MAHONING COUNTY Put brakes on funding track, Sherlock says
The commissioner said Mahoning County can't afford to pay for the racetrack. By BOB JACKSON
NATION
NATION PCL suspends Beavers for rushing the stands PORTLAND, Ore. -- The Pacific Coast League
TUESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
TUESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS--Activated SS Omar Vizquel
YOUNGSTOWN Convicted of 3 murder counts, man seeks appeal
By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Anthony Anderson, serving three life
AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 13, Yankees 2 NEW YORK -- Frank Thomas hit a mammoth grand slam
YSU FOOTBALL Scots looking forward to game
The Penguins face a veteran Edinboro team in the season opener Thursday. By PETE MOLLICA
CAREER PATHS
HOUSING The Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority has reorganized its staff and promoted three
Longtime grocery in Boardman closes
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO BOARDMAN -- A long-standing grocery institution here is no more.
Vince Gill looks back on career after giving fans 'Next Big Thing'
Gill said the album shows he's made strides in songwriting. By NANCY STETSON SCRIPPS HOWARD At
PENN STATE FOOTBALL Phillips acquitted of assault charges
School officials did not say whether he will return to the team. BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) -- Anwar
THE CAST: A unique attraction at the annual Canfield Fair was the casting of Mahoning County's
THE CAST: A unique attraction at the annual Canfield Fair was the casting of Mahoning County's
JACOBS FIELD Tigers edge Tribe for 2-game streak
Detroit could top the 1962 Mets for most losses. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Detroit Tigers had to sweat
Chance to contemplate Mars
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: In the next couple of weeks, do a simple, invigorating thing for yourself and
Best Bets/Hot Tickets
Best Bets/Hot Tickets TONIGHT * The EV2 Band, playing songs of the '50s and '60s, performs in
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "The Mousetrap." Youngstown Playhouse, Glenwood Avenue, Youngstown, (330) 788-8739, 7
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates deal Giles, but Kendall stays
The Bucs got starting pitcher Oliver Perez from San Diego in the package. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Brian
HOWLAND CRASH Many call for Rt. 82 repairs
Turn lanes are to be added on Howland-Wilson Road next year. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
HOME TRENDS Here's what's cooking today
Appliances change to fit modern lifestyles. By ALAN J. HEAVENS KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS If
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 8-11-17-42-52 Mega Ball, 10 Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-4-1
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Aug. 27. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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Buckeye bell adds nice ring to start
Dan Smith, a descendant of William H. McGuffey, will break the mold today. By MARALINE KUBIK
STANDINGS Wild Card
American League WLPctGB Oakland7755.583-- Seattle7755.583-- Boston7656.5761 Kansas
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Tina Weimer and Michael Capito, 4821 Westchester Drive, Austintown, girl,
HERMITAGE Woman faces multiple charges involving minors, police say
Police said the woman and the boys spent the night in a hotel room. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
HOLLA, HOLLA: Award-winning pop group B2K headlines the "Scream III Tour," which arrives Sunday at
HOLLA, HOLLA: Award-winning pop group B2K headlines the "Scream III Tour," which arrives Sunday at
Charter changes on ballot
Charter changes on ballot YOUNGSTOWN -- City council approved placing six proposed charter changes
PREP SOCCER Fitch downs Perry; Irish win SVC match
South Range lost while Hubbard and Columbiana won in shutouts. AUSTINTOWN -- Anthony Colaluca,
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Brother has been misusing mother's finances
Dear Annie: When my father passed away several years ago, Mom needed help with her finances, so my
CRANE ACCIDENT AK Steel fires one worker, suspends 10
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) -- AK Steel Corp. has fired one employee and suspended 10 others in connection
YOUNGSTOWN Praising department, police chief plans to hire 20 officers
New cops will have one year to move into the city. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
YOUNGSTOWN Candidate files lawsuit
Mahoning election officials admit a mistake was made. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
Country music as taught by Byrd: If you have fun, you pass this class
Tracy Byrd had something to crow about -- a nomination for a country music award. By DEBORA
Closed crossroad will delay bus trips
The intersection is expected to remain closed until the end of September. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
WARREN Chief is reviewing officers' e-mail
The mayor praised work by three police officers. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
LEETONIA Officials assess flood damage
The dams were not structurally damaged, the administrator said. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM
PLANT OF THE WEEK Porterweed or snake-weed
Botanical name: Stachytarpheta mutabilis Attributes: A rather weedy tropical plant with angled
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune THE LOWDOWN: The consumer is often unaware of the little extras that make
Fragrance masks fresh-paint smell
Fragrance masks fresh-paint smell Oh, that smell. That nasty fresh-paint smell. We endure it
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
YOUNGSTOWN Police chief plans to hire 20 officers
New cops will have one year to move into the city. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XAnnounced by Mark and Cathy Strange of Lawrenceville, Ga., is the birth of their second child, a
GOSHEN Night space at right time: Teacher gets look at Mars
The teacher built her own telescope when she was 16. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION
BABY'S MURDER 54 years in prison for driver
The judge called Wayne Gilliam a weasel. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER
PREP VOLLEYBALL Chaney's Rockwell keys win over Irish
Salem and Howland won Metro Athletic Conference showdowns. YOUNGSTOWN -- Shauna Rockwell scored 12
From Harlem to the U.S. Open, Blake continues to polish image
James Blake beat Sargis Sargsian to reach the third round again. NEW YORK (AP) -- When he was a
Howland's Datish savors Ohio State
The sophomore lineman doesn't mind waiting his turn. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Carolina topples Steelers 21-14
Pittsburgh finished the exhibition season 1-3. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Carolina Panthers
MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER PARK RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Soviet Ruhler (Birzer)7.804.403.20 Codes Spit Fire
TUESDAY'S RESULTS
TUESDAY'S RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY SURBURBAN LEAGUE (Austintown Township Park) BOYS Team
SHARON Cancer center will be part of radiation clinical trials
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Sharon Regional Health System's Cancer Care Center will participate in radiation
SCOUTING REPORT The nation
ATLANTIC COAST Forecast: 1. Florida State. 2. Maryland. 3. N.C. State. 4. Virginia. 5. Georgia
HELOISE Hints are helpful when traveling with family
Dear Heloise: Here are a few hints that I found helpful when traveling with family: Most hotels
MAHONING COUNTY Gessner to run for Gains' job
YOUNGSTOWN -- Atty. Brad Gessner intends to run against Mahoning County Prosecutor Paul J. Gains
LIMELIGHT
LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber won three
No ride thrills like the bed race
By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- I spent the first day of my first trip to
STARTING LINEUPS | YSU vs. Edinboro
YSU OFFENSE C -- (52) RYAN JEWELL (6-4, 252, RFr.); (62) -- Brent Steiner (6-3, 309, Jr.) LG --
LAWRENCE COUNTY Candidate who lost wants new election
Her opponent contends she missed the deadline to have the voting nullified. By LAURE CIOFFI
Ignoring public health data
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: The next time President Bush goes for a brisk run, he should try doing it
Seniors take advantage of shuttle
The shuttle isn't available on weekends. By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD
NFL PRESEASON
NFL PRESEASON Favorite Points Underdog NEW ENGLAND 5 Chicago Thursday BUFFALO 4 Detroit
OUTDOOR FIXTURES Faucet extensions can save hassle of installation
Devices on the market will handle the task, but you can craft one yourself. By JAMES and MORRIS
CAMPBELL Council seeks grant for storm sewer
Replacing the sewer would be preferable, the mayor says. CAMPBELL -- City council has passed a
Ex-Cat nabs fill-in job as Scrappy sub
By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- It takes a different breed of person to play
BOEING New jet must fly in tight market
Boeing gathered airlines' wish lists to boost its new plane's chance of success. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
YOUNGSTOWN Probation violation excuse not accepted
The probation department is doing a thorough background check. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Summary of police activity for Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
Summary of police activity for Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD Aug. 19 Criminal damage: A
U.S. OPEN Roddick avenges defeat, drops Henman in 3 sets
Roddick's only hard-court loss this summer was to Tim Henman. NEW YORK (AP) -- There has been only
Energy policy formulation remains veiled in secrecy
Opinion: The stone wall Vice President Dick Cheney erected around his energy task force is so solid that not
Season begins, just in time
Thursday night, up on the hill, the first sign of civilization for a lot of us will make its first
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Labor Day
These state, local, county and federal agencies and other institutions will be closed Monday for
SCOUTING REPORT Notre Dame
2002 record: 10-3. Coach: Tyrone Willingham. Returning starters: 14; 5 offense, 8 defense,
DIVISION I-A SCHEDULES
AIR FORCE Saturday -- Wofford2 Sep. 6 -- at NorthwesternTBA Sep. 13 -- North Texas2 Sep. 20
PNC PARK Kendall's homer defeats Marlins, 4-3
Playoff-chasing Florida has lost six of seven games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Florida Marlins were
2 officials reject airport funds offered by visitors bureau
Two commissioners want to cut the bureau's funding by two-thirds. By DAVID SKOLNICK and BOB
Sherlock: Put brakes on funding racetrack
A commissioner said Mahoning County can't afford to pay for the racetrack. By BOB JACKSON
Olivia Myers of Ellsworth Township is the new president of Mahoning County Farm Bureau Youth. Her
Olivia Myers of Ellsworth Township is the new president of Mahoning County Farm Bureau Youth. Her
WESTERN PA. 2 homes, church hit by storms
Some Lawrence County residents were still without power this morning. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS FORD
Despite strike at school, water will get through
Despite strike at school, water will get through SOUTHINGTON -- School employees are making sure
U.S. OPEN RESULTS
U.S. OPEN RESULTS TUESDAY At The USTA National Tennis Center New York Purse: $17,074,000
LIBRARY SCHEDULES | September
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY "Junie B., First Grade and Beyond." School fun with "Junie
Celebrate Ohio's 200th with a visit to the fair
Opinion: If last year's Canfield Fair was special because it reflected America's indomitable spirit in the
Terri Clark: growing up in life and in music
The singer -- who moved from Alberta, Canada to Nashville, Tenn., at age 18 -- once played for
Associated Press
Associated Press GETTING IN TOUCH: An unidentified man prays with his face on the pavement in
YSU Cushwa business center will end
Fellowships will be in engineering, math, science or technology. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.092.19 Bank One,.84,39.2139.22 Clear Channel, 42.29
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York8050.615--z-7-3L-138-2742-
ATTENDANCE
ATTENDANCE Wednesday 2003: 28,022 Wednesday 2002: 30, 912 TODAY 1-3 p.m.: School band concert,
OHIO CHAMPIONS Cardinal Mooney's first state title came at a cost
Ted Bell injured his knee in the win over Western Reserve -- and never fully recovered. By JOE
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)4125.621-- Williamsport (Pirates)4226.618--
Bicentennial collectibles strike a chord
By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CANFIELD -- Ringing up sales of bells that commemorate
Flee Willy! Don't buy salmon from Iceland
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: Iceland? Isn't it that cool island country in the North Atlantic that
FAST FACTS
FAST FACTS Bicentennial bell Number of ingots smelted 12. Weight of each ingot 40 pounds.
Erin Dean to wed Arthur Huffman II in October rite
XSTRUTHERS -- The Rev. Kerry R. and Roxanne Bryant Dean of Struthers are announcing the engagement
MERCER COUNTY Officials decide to cancel spraying
STONEBORO, Pa. -- Spraying to kill adult mosquitoes at the Stoneboro Fairgrounds in Mercer County
Steelers glad to be back home
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The scrapes and scratches on Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Hines Ward tell the
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Women reunite with their family and its beginning
It was, perhaps, the defining moment of the reunion. Pat Kimock of North Jackson stood on the deck
AIRTRAN AIRWAYS New name and new image bring revival
AirTran has put its ValuJet past behind it. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- The crash of a DC-9 into the
Some dry cleaners welcome a shift to greener methods
Dry cleaners are unsure how to react to increasing regulation in the business. LAS VEGAS (AP) --
Candidate files lawsuit
Mahoning election officials admit a mistake was made. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY SUNDAY'S RESULTS
TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY SUNDAY'S RESULTS SUPER SPRINTS (20 Laps): 1. Rod George, 2. Ed Lynch Jr., 3.
KMART Workers give OK to call a strike
Kmart workers want fewer hours and to know when their shifts will end. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN,