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DIGITAL CAMERAS Product adds photo storage space

FlashTrax can also store and play music in MP3 format. By RON HARRIS ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER


Franklin Manios elected officer of national Greek association

WASHINGTON -- Franklin Manios of Warren was elected vice president of the American Hellenic


JACLYN JONES WILLIAM RAUSCH JR.

JACLYN JONES WILLIAM RAUSCH JR. XBOARDMAN -- Mackinac Island, Mich., was the honeymoon destination


CANFIELD FAIR Events today, Sunday

TODAY Noon: Harness Racing, Pari-Mutuel Betting, Grandstand. 7 p.m.: Truck and Tractor Pull plus


CINCINNATI COMPANY P & amp;G gives CEO $200,000 raise plus $3M bonus

DOW JONES NEWSWIRE WASHINGTON -- Consumer-products giant Procter & amp; Gamble Co. raised the


MAHONING COUNTY Prosecutor's office rebuts motion alleging misconduct

The motion accused Prosecutor Paul Gains of knowing about an extortion scheme. By BOB JACKSON


Putting positive spin on stunts

BMX bikers give the fair some extreme flair and positive messages. By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR


King's dream is unfulfilled, but progress has been made

Opinion: As we mark the 40th anniversary today of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech


Ohio Senate leader announces replacement for vacated seat

COLUMBUS -- Summit County Council member Kimberly Zurz will be appointed to the state Senate seat


NFL Preseason

NFL Preseason Favorite Points Underdog BUFFALO 31/2 Detroit PHILADELPHIA 61/2 Ny Jets


CLARETT Length of ban is not specific

OSU and the NCAA discussed the range of Maurice Clarett's ban. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State and


JOHN ROSEMOND | Parenting 'Family bed' habit: more chaos than cozy

Q. My 2-year-old grandson has slept with his parents since he was born, but with the birth of a


SCHRINER LOG HOUSE: Built during the early 1870s, this log home once stood in Reed Township several

SCHRINER LOG HOUSE: Built during the early 1870s, this log home once stood in Reed Township several


NFL PRESEASON STANDINGS

NFL PRESEASON STANDINGS AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA New England4001.00010854


Mom gets probation in case over son's 6th finger

The Austintown woman said she didn't intend to hurt her infant son. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


RT. 82 CRASH Prosecutors, police to mull filing charges

The wife of one crash victim said it's a miracle her husband is alive. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


Royals' Lima on disabled list for second time

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Kansas City Royals pitcher Jose Lima was placed on the 15-day disabled list


PENNSYLVANIA Advocate urges conservation, not more power plants

HARRISBURG (AP) -- A leading Pennsylvania advocate of conservation and renewable energy said Tuesday


NO VISA NEEDED List of nations

Congress has stipulated that visitors to the United States must have biometric identifiers in travel


MERCER COUNTY Man gets prison for part in fight

The victim was kicked and punched after he hit the ground. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR


Poland band fans who march out early need to work on their manners

Opinion: EDITOR: After returning from Austintown Fitch High School's band night, the one question I have


YSU Center for small businesses to remain

Small businesses can still get assistance through YSU. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University


GIRARD Pupils in grades 5-12 to study river

GIRARD -- The school board has approved using a $4,785 grant from Dominion East Ohio Gas for pupils


WRITERS Religion columns

The Vindicator is seeking columns from area religious leaders or people of faith. Topics may range


CHERYL KRIEGER DAVID WARTENBERG

CHERYL KRIEGER DAVID WARTENBERG XBOARDMAN -- First Covenant Church was the setting at 1 p.m. Aug.


Water cutoff warning

Water cutoff warning CANFIELD -- Montereale Drive residents will be without water from 8:30 a.m.


Township, city study police merger

The association study will cost $7,000 to $10,000. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Grant enables borough to repay aid givers

A few declined the reimbursement, giving their checks back to the borough. & lt;a


HERMITAGE Panel to look at tax abatement plan

The city plans to allow only high-tech companies into the abatement area. By HAROLD GWIN


Clarett's ban is tied to ethics

The Harding graduate misled investigators and violated a NCAA bylaw. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State


KIMARA RUTLEDGE MARCUS HIGGINS

KIMARA RUTLEDGE MARCUS HIGGINS XYOUNGSTOWN -- A reception was held at Krakusy Hall to honor Marcus


Gov. Taft taps local chamber official

COLUMBUS -- Gov. Bob Taft appointed Reid Dulberger, an official with the Mahoning Valley Regional


Barry-Horton troth announced by the parents

XThe engagement of Joclyn M. Barry, 320 Melrose Ave., Youngstown, and Thomas E. Horton, 3832 Smith


NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY

NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY 1st--Lolita (G Grismore)2.802.102.10 Cams Clever Trick (J


Keep Cohasset Drive in park for nonvehicular traffic only

Opinion: Keep Cohasset Drive in park for nonvehicular traffic only EDITOR: If you have never hiked,


CHRISTINA WAGNER DAVID MULLANE II

CHRISTINA WAGNER DAVID MULLANE II XCANFIELD -- The marriage of Christina Lynn Wagner, 6627


LEISURE TIME Games people play go 'designer'

The games take their players a world away from TVs and PCs. By SCOTT TIMBERG LOS ANGELES TIMES


Hit-and-run accident

Hit-and-run accident YOUNGSTOWN -- Police say Daniel Sincel, 49, of Cortland Avenue, Campbell, was


Old dollar, nickel each fetch a mint

The history-making prices paid for two coins during the Baltimore convention of the American


WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS

WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS CROSS COUNTRY Team scores: 1. Boardman 45, 2. Cardinal Mooney 66, 3.


Parents announce Gent-Dineen engagement

XAUSTINTOWN -- Thomas and Janice Gent, 2034 Penny Lane, are announcing the engagement of their


GAIL WHITE Motorcycle competition keeps Salem man out of rat race

Fred Andrews is living the dream. Fred, of Salem, began motocross racing when he was 10 years old.


GIRARD Deadline looms for city to form plan that would make dam safe

Breaching the dam could take 11/2 to two years, the state project manager says. By TIM YOVICH


CREDIT-CARD CASE Appeals court: Plaintiff can pursue suit

A victory could lead banks to be more clear when making credit offers. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Fleet


LOVE & amp; MARRIAGE Never been KISSED The couple says faith and a common lifestyle brought them together.

SEATTLE TIMES SEATTLE -- Jill Merry and Adrian Burwell began dating last November. They got


Anniversary party held for Sheridans by family members

XSTRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. William Sheridan of Struthers were honored during a dinner party held


Cop hunts folks with pending warrants

Since Aug. 1, he has found 200 people with pending business in court. & lt;a


VOLLEYBALL Canfield defeats Ursuline, 15-5, 15-4

Natasha Kassim led the Cardinals to their first win of the season. YOUNGSTOWN -- Natasha Kassim


CANFIELD SCHOOLS Closed crossroad will delay bus trips

The intersection is expected to remain closed until the end of September. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


MAHONING COUNTY Mom gets probation in case over infant's finger

The Austintown woman said she didn't intend to hurt her infant son. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


Sales trends giving Toyota winner's edge

DETROIT (AP) -- To understand the ongoing assault by foreign automakers in the United States, look


LEA PILOLLI JAMES FARINA II

LEA PILOLLI JAMES FARINA II XBOARDMAN -- St. James Meeting House in Boardman Township Park was the


Bruising Buckeyes hammer Huskies

Ohio State's defense shut down Washington quarterback Cody Pickett in the 28-9 victory. &


NFL Browns, Falcons are in different situation

A playoff spot rode on the outcome of their regular season finale last year. CLEVELAND (AP) --


JENNIFER CALABRETTE KYLE DEBROSSE

JENNIFER CALABRETTE KYLE DEBROSSE XSTRUTHERS -- Jennifer Calabrette and Kyle DeBrosse, both of


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Tommy G. Dickinson, legal age, 317 E. Liberty St., Girard, and


The Slavics mark golden event at family dinner

XSTRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. James Slavic of Struthers observed the 50th anniversary of their wedding


BEST SELLERS | Top rankings

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "The Teeth of the Tiger," by Tom Clancy (Putnam, $27.95) 2. "The Da Vinci


ORAL HEALTH Dentists warn against piercings

The most common injuries from oral jewelry are chippings and fractures. By FRANK D. ROYLANCE


Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator TAKING A BREAK: Frank, Heather and Peg Krygowski of Poland take a break


TRINITY

TRINITY Bicentennial Sept. 16: Open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a free lunch and tours of


LEADERS

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FASHIONS Durability doesn't determine diversity of prices for denim

Jeans have evolved into a high-fashion statement, with prices to match. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


Becky's goats are stars of show

Bob and Lori Foerster carry on their daughter's work. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


PARENTING BOOK Hobbies nurture kids' self-esteem

You can spark a child's interest without being pushy, an author says. By STEPHANIE DUNNEWIND


PENNSYLVANIA Agencies join forces through computerized intelligence-sharing

The system has the potential to stop would-be terrorists, officials said. HARRISBURG (AP) --


HIKING GEAR Backpacks demand balance, comfort

Go easy on the number of items you take and the weight, one expert says. TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE


STANDINGS Wild Card

American League WLPctGB Boston7756.579-- Seattle7756.579-- Kansas City6962.5277


CRESTVIEW HIGH School's stadium changes celebrated

The stadium's seating for 2,000 fans includes a 180-seat reserved section. COLUMBIANA -- The


Elkrun Twp. fatality

Elkrun Twp. fatality LISBON -- A Center Township man died after his sport utility vehicle struck a


WORLD

WORLD BP invests heavily in Russian oil company LONDON -- British energy group BP PLC said


FASHION Clothes go back to future in a 'mod' mode

Choose the look carefully or you'll look costumed rather than clothed. NEW YORK (AP) -- Those


POLAND Family cycle: Trio finishes cross-country biking trek

The Delaware-to-Oregon trip took 79 days. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


INDUSTRY UPS engineers drop and shake packages to improve shipping

The lab testing has saved businesses money by decreasing damages. CHICAGO TRIBUNE Nestled in a


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York8051.611--z-6-4L-238-2842-


Associated Press

Associated Press LISTEN CLOSELY: Violinist Eugene Pazin, center, and others play classical music


HOUSING Country dwellers move into second-home-in-the-city trend

Increasing investments and entertainment are just a few reasons for the trend. KNIGHT RIDDER


Deadline looms for city to form plan that would make dam safe

Breaching the dam could take 11/2 to two years, the state project manager says. By TIM YOVICH


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XWarren Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will meet at 6


CINDI HAAG BRAD PORINCHAK

CINDI HAAG BRAD PORINCHAK XNORTH LIMA -- Brad Porinchak, 4306 Janell Court, Canfield, and his


Reynolds Board of Education votes to leave health-care consortium

TRANSFER, Pa. -- The Reynolds school board has again voted to drop out of the Western Pennsylvania


WARREN City faces suit over plans for Sam's Club

The plans were stamped 'disapproved' but are approved, the township says. By DENISE DICK


Rabbi hired in Sharon

Rabbi hired in Sharon SHARON, Pa. -- Daniel A. Roberts, rabbi emeritus of Temple Emanu El in


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)5315.779-- Scrappers (Indians)3435.493191/2


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.072.13 Bank One,.84,39.2139.25 Clear Channel, 43.61


Seest thou not that Allah created the heavens and the earth with truth?

Seest thou not that Allah created the heavens and the earth with truth? Koran 14:19


Our security's weak link

Opinion: San Jose Mercury News: Protecting airports, bridges, power plants and other parts of the nation's


BRANDY LANDES PATRICK VALENTINO

BRANDY LANDES PATRICK VALENTINO XBOARDMAN -- Brandy M. Landes, 704 Roaring Creek Drive, Oak Leaf,


55 Alive Course offered

55 Alive Course offered AUSTINTOWN -- 55 Alive and Mahoning Safe Communities offer the 55 Alive


PENNSYLVANIA Vying for U.S. Senate, Specter, Toomey battle in radio ads

The ads air on stations with primarily conservative or religious listeners. WASHINGTON (AP) --


MARLANA SMITH ANDREW OPSITNIK

MARLANA SMITH ANDREW OPSITNIK XORLANDO, Fla. -- The Polynesian Resort at Disney World provided the


Police arrest 19 linked to Al-Qaida

The shrine bombing killed a revered Muslim cleric. NAJAF, Iraq (AP) -- Police have arrested 19 men


COLUMBIANA COUNTY It's their nature to learn, so teachers go to Wyoming

The teachers saw bear, bison, bald eagles, antelope, mule deer and coyotes. SALINEVILLE -- Tonyea


NATIONAL LEAGUE Newly-acquired Justin Bay helps Bucs beat Marlins

In his first game, he reached base his first three times in a 4-0 win. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Maybe


LAWRENCE COUNTY Land plan for park nears OK

County commissioners also must approve the plan. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU


HERMITAGE City will stay involved in merger study

The two city commissioners on the study committee voted to get out. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


Man jailed for lewd conduct in window

BOARDMAN -- A township man has been sentenced to 10 days in the Mahoning County Jail after lewd


Dialing is fine to join no-call list

Q. I read in the paper how you go about getting on the list to cancel out telemarketing calls.


Guilt by association or fair inquiry?

Opinion: When staff members of ex-Congressman James A. Traficant Jr., currently a guest of the U.S. Bureau of


NEOUCOM Dean celebrates school's future, past successes

Community-based education can enhance students and communities, she said. By JoANNE VIVIANO


U.S. OPEN Victory despite injury

Lindsay Davenport overcame an injured left foot to advance in the U.S. Open. NEW YORK (AP) --


GIRLS SOCCER Bristol senior scores 100th

Amber Rasmussen became the 23rd player in state history to reach that mark. By JOE SCALZO


Pats beat Chicago for 4-0 finish

FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) -- The New England Patriots completed an unbeaten exhibition season, rallying to


SUPERCOMPUTERS Hookup gives a boost to research

It's all part of an effort to build the world's fastest computer. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Researchers


HOWLAND Cooperation saves township $155,000 on insurance

Work on a retention pond and the senior center is pending. HOWLAND -- Township administrator


Regula-Hawkes wedding date is announced

XPlans for the upcoming marriage of Jody Lynn Regula and Robert Joseph Hawkes, both of 457 Penhale


UPNEXT

UPNEXT MTV: quite a show k EMINEM SPEAKS with a puppet named "Special Ed" from the Comedy


KRISTEN HAGAN CHRISTOPHER IEZZI

KRISTEN HAGAN CHRISTOPHER IEZZI XCANFIELD -- The Rev. Terry Hazel presided at the wedding of


REGION

REGION Free loan seminar for small business owners YOUNGSTOWN -- The U.S. Small Business


Delta Air Lines recalls pilots, plans layoffs

ATLANTA (AP) -- Delta Air Lines is recalling 250 pilots furloughed during the war in Iraq and has


Youngstown native writes about painters of Taos

Youngstown native writes about painters of Taos "Taos Artists Founders: Confessions of a Curator,


LORI BACHA KEVIN BERTILACCI

LORI BACHA KEVIN BERTILACCI XYOUNGSTOWN -- Monsignor David Rhodes presided as Lori Lynn Bacha,


LOTTERY RESULTS

SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 9-0-6 Pick 4, 3-6-1-6 Buckeye 5, 4-18-20-21-33


MAHONING COUNTY 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


AMERICAN LEAGUE Crisp, Gerut supply offense as Tribe downs Tigers, 9-7

Coco Crisp had four hits and scored four runs, while Jody Gerut had four RBIs. CLEVELAND (AP) --


VASE: This rare 12-inch-high Weller Coppertone vase with frogs and lily pads sold for $4,025 at a

VASE: This rare 12-inch-high Weller Coppertone vase with frogs and lily pads sold for $4,025 at a


Man dies in minutes after trench caves in

WELLSVILLE -- State workplace safety officials are investigating the death of a man killed while


CANFIELD SCHOOLS Teachers to work without contract

School and union officials wouldn't discuss details about negotiations. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


WHERE TO STAY, EAT, BUY GAS

WHERE TO STAY, EAT, BUY GAS Primitive campsites with firepits and outhouses are available on the


Today is Saturday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2003. There are 123 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2003. There are 123 days left in the year. On this date


DIVISION I-AA SCHEDULES

GATEWAY FOOTBALL CONFERENCE YOUNGSTOWN STATE Today -- Edinboro 7:30 Sep. 6 -- Slippery Rock 7


Removal of Commandments reveals heritage is forgotten

Opinion: Removal of Commandments reveals heritage is forgotten EDITOR: We, as Christians, have been


MAHONING SPORTSMAN CLUB561--3891 FISH & amp; GAME CLUB OF VIENNA559--3926 NEW

MAHONING SPORTSMAN CLUB561--3891 FISH & amp; GAME CLUB OF VIENNA559--3926 NEW MIDDLETOWN


TELEMARKETING Deadline nears to sign up for list

Officials expect 60 million phone numbers to be put on the do-not-call list. WASHINGTON (AP) --


Ednies feted at surprise party for 50th jubilee

XBOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Bill Ednie of Hitchcock Road were honored Aug. 9 at a surprise party at


BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES TODAY Canfield Fair, 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Road, noon-7 p.m. Trumbull County


WALL STREET Add new month to stocks' streak

Most of Friday's economic news was positive. NEW YORK (AP) -- Tech stocks achieved their seventh


DENVER Communications, industry groups appeal FCC ruling

Former Bells say they are leasing equipment to competitors below cost. DENVER (AP) -- Fulfilling a


More companies are lumping vacation days and sick days into one category, called paid time off. H4

More companies are lumping vacation days and sick days into one category, called paid time off. H4


THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting Ohio Coppertone pottery maintains high value

Art pottery is probably the most popular collectible seen at shows and shops today. Samuel Weller


SALEM Group abandons plan to move cat shelter

The shelter is part of a program aimed at spaying and neutering cats. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR


3-year-old reported dead

3-year-old reported dead CORTLAND -- A 3-year-old girl, found at a home on North Bank Street with


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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KATIE SHULUGA DAVID OLSON

KATIE SHULUGA DAVID OLSON XLOWELLVILLE -- Katie Lynn Shuluga, 2748 Hubbard Road, and David Olson,


AROUND THE HORN Wednesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 11, Yankees 2 NEW YORK -- Roberto Alomar and Frank Thomas homered in a


REVIEW Pop philosopher relates theories on cereal, music

The author's first book was a defense of '80s heavy metal. By ERIC R. DANTON HARTFORD COURANT


SONGWRITERS: The U.S. Postal Service has honored 36 men of music since 1940, including Broadway

SONGWRITERS: The U.S. Postal Service has honored 36 men of music since 1940, including Broadway


INFORMATION | Getting the basics

Information on backpacking basics and other wilderness skills is available in several informative


Events mark 200th year for Hubbard church

HUBBARD -- First United Methodist Church, 48 Church St., will celebrate its 200th anniversary Sept.


YOUNGSTOWN Cleveland Browns charity gives $5,000 to YSU violin program

The foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Cleveland Browns. YOUNGSTOWN --Violins and


GIRARD Driver, 76, loses license, receives probation

The victim's brother says the defendant shouldn't have been driving. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


Scrappers lose

Scrappers lose Justin James allowed two hits through five innings as Auburn defeated Mahoning


GENMAK Steel plant moves to get room to grow

The 21/2-year-old company is moving to accommodate expansion. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL


YSU FOOTBALL Gonzalez is ready to help in any way

The backup QB and holder on kicks has been an asset to the team. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


Inside/More preps

Inside/More preps Bristol's Amber Rasmussen scored her 100th career goal, in the Panthers' 4-2


SEASON OPENER The wait is over: YSU takes center stage at Stambaugh Stadium

Jon Heacock begins his third year as the Penguins' coach. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS


SECOND HOME TREND: Independence Place in Philadelphia is one of many city dwellings involved in a

SECOND HOME TREND: Independence Place in Philadelphia is one of many city dwellings involved in a


ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events

NASCAR WINSTON CUP Southern 500 Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel 3 p.m.); Sunday, race


WARREN City man presses to get question about charter on March ballot

WARREN -- A Larchmont Avenue man has launched an effort to get a city charter question on the March


HELOISE Ammonia may deter night visitors from trash

Dear Heloise: Neighborhood pets and other varmints are raiding my outside trash cans. Is there


Accused in robbery

Accused in robbery SHARON, Pa. -- Police arrested Terry L. Hall, 54, believed to be living on


OHIO FISHING REPORT

OHIO FISHING REPORT CENTRAL OHIO Deer Creek Lake (Madison, Fayette, and Pickaway counties) Fish


CHICAGO Woman starts taxi service with female drivers

Women prefer to be in a taxi that's driven by a woman, entrepreneur says. CHICAGO TRIBUNE


'The Spirit of America Marches On' parade

'The Spirit of America Marches On' parade NILES -- Pierrette M. Talley, secretary-treasurer of the


FAIR SCHEDULE

TODAY, YSU DAY 5 p.m.: Bike Night, on the concourse. 5:30 p.m.: Auction: goat milk fudge,


NATION Paid-time-off plans replacing vacation, sick days

More companies are lumping sick days and vacation days into one pool. ORLANDO SENTINEL ORLANDO,


GOODYEAR Salaried job cuts come as union pact vote nears

The latest round of cuts will bypass the tire maker's Akron headquarters. AKRON (AP) -- With a


Family dinner held to observe Williamses' 50th

XLOWELLVILLE -- Mr. and Mrs. Dick Williams, 595 W. Walnut St., were guests of honor Aug. 29 during a


Waterline project delay due to disagreement

WARREN -- Braceville Township trustees think a waterline extension could provide relief for property


Iraq is international concern

Opinion: The explosion outside an Iraqi mosque that killed more than 100 people, including the most


YSU leads Ohio schools with popular major

The program requires chemistry as well as criminal justice courses. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR


TRUMBULL COUNTY Four from Warren are among 23 named in drug indictment

Also indicted were people from Arizona, California and Mexico. WARREN -- Several Warren people are


Family cycle: Trio finishes cross-country biking trek

The Delaware-to-Oregon trip took 79 days. & lt;a href=mailto:jgoodwin@vindy.com & gt;By


Wellses' 60th celebrated at poolside party

XSEMINOLE, Fla. -- Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Wells of Seminole, Fla., formerly of Struthers, marked their


Park road closings

Park road closings YOUNGSTOWN -- The following drives in Mill Creek Park will be closed from 7


Mount Union professor writes on Sheppard case

Mount Union professor writes on Sheppard case "Dr. Sam Sheppard on Trial: The Prosecutors and the


The question about razing: Who's first?

The politics of demolition leave nobody happy. & lt;a href=mailto:rgsmith@vindy.com &


Police chiefs should push reorganization of courts

Opinion: If only the Mahoning Valley's police chiefs had spoken up several years ago when the debate over the


MELINDA THOMPSON BRIAN DENAMEN

MELINDA THOMPSON BRIAN DENAMEN XAUSTINTOWN -- Melinda Thompson and Brian Denamen, both of 2921


Anniversary party planned for the Quimbys

XAUSTINTOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Quimby, 5546 Barkley Ave., will


WINSTON CUP Drivers admire Busch's talents, question motives behind wheel

Based on last weekend's performance, nothing will slow Kurt Busch. By MIKE GRIFFITH SCRIPPS


LAWRENCE COUNTY Ex-schools chief: District owes me

The lawsuit seeks more than $84,000. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW CASTLE,


The two longtime 4-H participants have been crowned 2003 king and queen.

The two longtime 4-H participants have been crowned 2003 king and queen. By MATT BIXENSTINE


THE ECONOMY City's effort to renew itself gets play in trade magazine

The article provides favorable exposure to business and industry, planners say. By ROGER G. SMITH


GRADUATES

Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted, majors are listed if provided. SLIPPERY ROCK


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Bonsai kitten story is just an Internet hoax

Dear Annie: I hope you put this in your column in the South Dakota Argus Leader. I was recently


WINSTON CUP Schedule The 2003 NASCAR Winston Cup schedule with winners:

Feb. 16 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Michael Waltrip) Feb. 23 -- Subway 400, Rockingham,


PUPILS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

PUPILS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Trip to Washington BOARDMAN -- Mark Motheral, a pupil at Boardman Center


Focus, fire rekindled

By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF SEBRING -- Now that Sebring High has taken care of a


KMART Cutting expenses helps retailer post smaller loss

DETROIT (AP) -- The holding company of Kmart Corp. showed a smaller loss in its first earnings


Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune HOME-SEEKING: Laura Byrne, husband John Graham and real estate agent Bari


INDICTMENTS Mahoning County

A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people on these charges this week: Darlene


Giles is happy

Giles is happy Brian Giles reported to the San Diego Padres Wednesday and got a warm welcome from


VIENNA Bosses treated to tour of base

Guardsmen and reservists need cooperation from their employers. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR


"The U.S. side made comments about easing North Korea's security concerns. From what North Koreans

Opinion: "The U.S. side made comments about easing North Korea's security concerns. From what North Koreans


Today is Friday, August 29th, the 241st day of 2003. There are 124 days left in the year On this

Opinion: Today is Friday, August 29th, the 241st day of 2003. There are 124 days left in the year On this


Bookstores, toy retailer partner to offer each other's products

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. (AP) -- Toy retailer FAO Inc. has announced a partnership with Borders and


WITH THE VETS | Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of Aug. 31: TODAY VVA 135, Vietnam Veterans, at American Legion


Braves spoils Perez's debut

Mike Hessman helped Atlanta win, then was optioned back to Richmond. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mike


2 Valley teens receive honors as Outstanding Youth at fair

One recipient said the honor 'feels bigger than Christmas to me.' By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR


Family dinner held to celebrate Thomae jubilee

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Thomae, 503 S. Hazelwood Ave., were honored during a family


HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW Friday football

LAKE (1-0) vs. CHANEY (0-1) Game time: 7:30 p.m. at Stambaugh Stadium. Last meeting: Lake won


Mattel sells a lot of Barbie dolls for girls, but Dave Copenhaver's daughters wanted something else

Mattel sells a lot of Barbie dolls for girls, but Dave Copenhaver's daughters wanted something else


PREP FOOTBALL STANDINGS & amp; SCHEDULE

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SCOUTING REPORT Gateway Conference

WESTERN KENTUCKY 2002 record: 12-3, 6-1 Gateway. Starters returning: 24 (14 offense, 9 defense,


CURRENT PRICES | Around the nation

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the


PAM ROVNAK JOHN RUGGIERI JR.

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Forum Health Northside

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