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WIMBLEDON RESULTS

WIMBLEDON RESULTS FRIDAY At The All England Lawn Tennis & amp; Croquet Club Wimbledon,


COLLEGES Va. Tech to accept ACC offer

Miami's decision is expected on Monday. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Virginia Tech received a formal


STATE PARK Scenic property requires work

A proposal is pending to close part of a remote road used by offenders. By NORMAN LEIGH


AGENDA

AGENDA TUESDAY Eagle Heights Academy Board of Education, 5 p.m., 1833 Market St., Youngstown.


DENMARK

Opinion: DENMARK Politiken, Copenhagen, June 24: Evidently malaria and AIDS kill many more people than


Traber's sharp outing leads Tribe past Reds

The 23-year-old rookie left-hander tamed Cincinnati's bats for seven innings. CLEVELAND (AP) --


ST. JUDE CLASSIC SCORES

ST. JUDE CLASSIC SCORES Saturday At TPC at Southwind Memphis, Tenn. Purse: $4.5 million


MINOR LEAGUES INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE

MINOR LEAGUES INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE North Division WLPct.GB Buffalo (Indians)4730.610--


Teachers' retirement fund merited better oversight

Opinion: Remember the golden era of irrational exuberance, when stock prices were growing at rates that


WNBA Storm breaks Rockers' streak

Lauren Jackson and Sue Bird sparked Seattle's 71-59 win over Cleveland. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Will Route 62 finally go through?

An environmental study of the route will take 18 months. & lt;a


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Christina and Eric Lanham, 134 Summerberry Lane, Niles, boy, June 27. John and


Force on man kept him from swallowing drugs, chief says

Lyndal Kimble pleaded innocent to all charges and is free on $20,000 bond. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


Miami accepts invitation from ACC

The Hurricanes rejected a more lucrative offer from the Big East to stay. CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP)


CLASS B LEAGUE Tanner fans 11 in Livi's victory

Mark Tanner gained his fourth win while Mike Holmes got his second save. STRUTHERS -- Mark Tanner


WIMBLEDON 'Ace' Philippoussis capsizes Agassi

The un-seeded and hard-serving Australian served a record-tying 46 aces. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)


Proposed basketball changes are put on hold

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Proposed changes to college basketball's free-throw and 3-point line were put


RACING ROUNDUP Rookie Dixon captures IRL pole; Raikkonen tops in Formula One

Scott Dixon managed to nudge Sarah Fisher to the outside of the front row. ASSOCIATED PRESS


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

McNamara Division WLPct.GB Hudson Valley (D-Rays)73.700-- Williamsport (Pirates)73.700--


MOTORSPORTS Mercer will host lucrative 360 sprint car event

The Wheelman URC race is set for July 5. MERCER, Pa. -- On July 5, Mercer Raceway Park will host


Yoga classes will begin at St. Joseph on July 7

Yoga classes will begin at St. Joseph on July 7 St. Joseph Health Center offers a seven-session


MIKE BRAUN Boating rules to stay safe

The Fourth of July weekend will see the busiest boat traffic of the season on most area navigable


COLLEGES Poor academic records could prove costly

Scholarships could be lost if a NCAA subcommittee recommendation passes. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --


Speakers address tenets of Islam

Islam is based on a peaceful and balanced life, speakers said. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR STAFF


NBA DRAFT A record 21 international players chosen

Many of the international players were sitting in the stands for the draft. NEW YORK (AP) -- When


Changes delay plaza project

ODOT's procedure changes will affect more than just the Youngstown project. & lt;a


MAJOR LEAGUE STATISTICS

AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg Boston281849284292471.298


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York4830.615--8-2W-421-1727-1310-5


NILES A passion for gardening drives McKinley group

The group designed this year's flower bed to honor Ohio's 200th birthday. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


PA PARKS McConnell's Mill/Moraine

Several hikes and nature programs will be conducted during next weekend at Moraine and McConnell's


Indians sweep pair from Royals

Cleveland outscored Kansas City 18-10 in the doubleheader. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Kansas


JAMESTOWN, PA. Bids for school project are higher

JAMESTOWN, Pa. -- Bids for the renovation and expansion of Jamestown High School came in higher than


Associated Press

Associated Press SUMMER SHADOWS: Cleveland Indians' Billy Traber pitches to Cincinnati Reds batter


WIMBLEDON Rejuvenated Venus Williams awaits revenge match with Russian rival

In the last major, Vera Zvonareva upset the former champion. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Venus


LOCAL

LOCAL Fireworks follow Sharon racing HARTFORD -- Drivers in Sharon Speedway's four divisions


Girard school board OKs levy for ballot

Girard school board OKs levy for ballot GIRARD -- The board of education approved a resolution


NASCAR BUSCH SERIES

NASCAR BUSCH SERIES GNC Live Well 250 Lineup Race Sunday At Milwaukee Mile West Allis, Wis.


LEADERS

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. Mora Bal612164880.370 ISuzuki Sea7532057112.350 Bradley


Bill boosts bug-spray equipment

Spraying missions are usually over military areas for the protection of troops. & lt;a


HOUSE

HOUSE Homeland security The House approved 278-146 an amendment by Rep. Edward J. Markey,


Scrappers-Auburn rivalry becoming a hit

Scott Roehl led Mahoning Valley to a 9-3 victory over the Doubledays. & lt;a


July Fourth events

July Fourth events kLIST of fireworks displays, parades, concerts and other July 4 activities in


ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball

BASEBALL Tri-T Colt (15-17) Struthers Davidson & amp; Becker 15, Boardman Testa


FRIDAY'S LATE BOXSCORES

INTERLEAGUE GIANTS 6, ATHLETICS 0 OAKLANDSAN FRAN abrhbiabrhbi Byrnes cf4020Drham 2b4120


Wild night at Fenway

Wild night at Fenway The Boston Red Sox set a major league record by scoring 10 runs before making


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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LPGA Diaz, Lindstrom, Stanford share lead

Hall of Fame member Juli Inkster is one stroke back at the ShopRite Classic. GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP,


FRIDAY'S TRANSACTIONS

FRIDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League DETROIT TIGERS--Activated 1B Carlos Pena from


HOW MUCH MORE? Health-care costs

The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio has approved changes to health-care benefits for


TODAY

TODAY 8 a.m. (GC) Golf: Open de France. Noon (21) (3) (9) (11) Tennis: Wimbledon. 12:30 p.m.


THE VALLEYS Difficult balance for blood suppliers

Summer downtime could worsen blood shortages, the Red Cross says. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


US SENIOR OPEN SCORES

US SENIOR OPEN SCORES FRIDAY At Inverness Club Toledo, Ohio Purse: $2.6 million Yardage:


Vouchers offer option for poor, proponents say

A voucher system proponent said such programs require mayoral support. & lt;a


BAYLOR BASKETBALL Dennehy's disappearance may involve players

He has not been seen or heard from in more than two weeks. WACO, Texas (AP) -- Some of Patrick


MAHONING VALLEY Retired teachers fear increase in health costs

Local retirees said premium costs could double for some. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION


Assailants gun down the head of Saddam's tribe

In two attacks, rocket- propelled grenades hit U.S. military vehicles. TIKRIT, Iraq (AP) --


Supreme Court misses chance to defend First Amendment

Opinion: In a week that saw the Supreme Court of the United States take a firm stand on some of the toughest


Eds: UPDATES.

Eds: UPDATES. Friday's Sports Transactions By The Associated Press BASEBALL American League


YOUNGSTOWN Planning for renewal of city begins

One committee member calls the Youngstown 2010 process 'a powerful thing.' By ROGER G. SMITH


BOXING Pavlik gears to fight in front of local fans

ESPN2 will tape delay Tuesday's fight card at Cafaro Field. YOUNGSTOWN -- Middleweight Kelly


IRL-SUNTRUST INDY CHALLENGE QUALIFYING

IRL-SUNTRUST INDY CHALLENGE QUALIFYING After Friday qualifying; race Saturday At Richmond


WESTERN RESERVE SCHOOLS Board handles financial, personnel issues

A teacher retiring after 30 years was presented the Red Apple Award. BERLIN CENTER -- Finances and


WNBA ROUNDUP Friday's other games

Shock 75, Liberty 69 NEW YORK -- Deanna Nolan scored 20 points to lead the Detroit Shock to their


MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS

MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS Today -- Auburn, 2 p.m. Monday -- Auburn, 7 p.m. Tuesday -- at


A rocket-propelled grenade also hit a U.S. truck.

A rocket-propelled grenade also hit a U.S. truck. FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) -- Rocket-propelled grenades


TRAP

TRAP Three win state awards Three area trap shooters brought home awards from the recent 2003


SCOTT SHALAWAY Facts and fiction for summer reading

As you pack for vacation this summer, don't forget to take along a few good books. Here are a few


NBA Williams' recovery clouds bright future

A motorcycle accident has jeopardized Jay Williams' basketball career. By K.C. JOHNSON CHICAGO


Unlikely trio

Unlikely trio With Annika Sorenstam having mixed success using a new ball and phenom Michelle


NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates gain 5-3 win, move back into race

Pittsburgh has won eight of its last 12 games. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are ready


ROAD WORK Ohio, Pennsylvania

Crews from the Ohio Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will


WARREN 2 subpoenas in grand jury case

Federal agents haven't said what they are looking for. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


U.S. SENIOR OPEN Fernandez fashions 64; Watson one stroke back

Vicente Fernandez is seeking a major title that has eluded him. TOLEDO (AP) -- Vicente Fernandez


Stoops family homecoming includes time for football camp

The lineup has ties to the past three collegiate champions. & lt;a


NOTEBOOK From Wimbledon

Career path: Todd Martin sees the end of his career in sight. And the two-time Wimbledon


LPGA

LPGA Cell phones, pagers distract from tourney Fanfare: Another exciting and successful LPGA


Stringer event Monday

Stringer event Monday The second annual Korey Stringer Outback Steakhouse Charity Classic is


IN THE CUP Area holes in one

Joe Zabloski aced the 165-yard fourth hole at Rolling Hills Golf Course in Pulaski, Pa., using a


GAME TIME Today

Who: Auburn Doubledays at Scrappers When: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390)


THURSDAY'S GAMES

THURSDAY'S GAMES American League Boston 6, Detroit 4 Chicago White Sox 5, Minnesota 1 N.Y.


AROUND THE HORN | Friday's other games

INTERLEAGUE Red Sox 25, Marlins 8 BOSTON -- The Boston Red Sox had one of their greatest


Traffic stop leads to assault charge

WARREN -- A city man is in the Trumbull County jail, charged with felonious assault on a police


WINNING NUMBERS | June 21-27

OHIO Friday 6/27 Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-0-2 Pick 4, 7-4-6-0 Buckeye 5, 20-25-26-35-37 Mega


Businessman Jim Winner, left, and Sam Messina, project manager, tour the former Westinghouse

Businessman Jim Winner, left, and Sam Messina, project manager, tour the former Westinghouse


Relieved Roddick survives first week of Grand Slam grind

He's into the fourth round for only the fourth time in the 11 major tournaments. WIMBLEDON,


YOUNGSTOWN Officials organizing plan for city seek involvement from public

One committee member calls the Youngstown 2010 process 'a powerful thing.' By ROGER G. SMITH


After heartbreaking loss to Ohio State, Stoops looking for another strong year

Defensive backs coach Mark Stoops wants to be a head coach someday. & lt;a


STRUTHERS A real sign of commitment

The winner wanted to inspire others to make an impact. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Cincinnati quarterback convicted of assault

CINCINNATI (AP) -- University of Cincinnati quarterback Gino Guidugli was convicted Friday of


Ham radio field day

Ham radio field day NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Lawrence County Amateur Radio Operators group is


Web site puts cop work online

The Web site has information about sex offenders. & lt;a href=mailto:meade@vindy.com &


Health agency to discuss results of odor probe

Health agency to discuss results of odor probe LEAVITTSBURG -- The Agency for Toxic Substances and


WHAT'S DOING?

HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Hunter, trapper and bowhunt education, Ohio, call (800)


Today is Monday, June 30, the 181st day of 2003. There are 184 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Monday, June 30, the 181st day of 2003. There are 184 days left in the year. On this date


Outer Banks tour

Outer Banks tour k TODAY'S TRAVEL page features a detailed look at one of America's most popular


COLLEGES Va. Tech set to accept bid for ACC

Documentation is expected to be signed Monday. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- There is no question Virginia


BASEBALL

BASEBALL YSU assistant coach Craig Antush -- will hold baseball clinics throughout the summer. For


POLICE AND FIRE OLYMPICS Hartzell's death adds inspiration to biathlon racer

Vera Brown dedicated her two gold medals to Youngstown police officers. By JOHN KOVACH


Man died from drugs, deputy coroner reports

Man died from drugs, deputy coroner reports HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Mark A. McNulty, 40, of Lafayette


GRAEDONS | The People's Pharmacy Persistent music in head could be an ominous sound

Q. My mother suffers from constant music in her ears. Sometimes songs repeat themselves over and


Today is Sunday, June 29, the 180th day of 2003. There are 185 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Sunday, June 29, the 180th day of 2003. There are 185 days left in the year. On this date


TEXAS Gonzalez rejects a trade to Montreal

Last-place Texas is beginning a youth movement. HOUSTON (AP) -- Texas slugger Juan Gonzalez


ST. JUDE CLASSIC Cancer-survivor Stiles, 2 others lead

Rain and darkness kept 56 players from finishing on Friday. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Darron Stiles


MERCER COUNTY 2 receive prison for robberies

Records say a woman took a child to a crack house and left her alone there. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


MONDAY DRAWINGS

MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-8-7 Pick 4, 4-7-8-4 Buckeye 5, 20-22-25-30-


2010

2010 What they're up to The committees and their subcommittees that are meeting to carry out the


COLLEGE BASKETBALL Ex-Lobos' player has been missing since June 11

Patrick Dennehy's car was found abandoned without license plates. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE


KEYSTONE CLIPS Love a parade? Nominate a marshal

The Hermitage Holiday Light Parade committee is looking for a grand marshal for its Nov. 22 event.


NASCAR TRUCK SERIES Defending-champion Cook has pole

Starting first will give him an advantage on a track where passing is difficult. WEST ALLIS, Wis.


CAVALIERS James returns to gym after draft whirlwind

The No. 1 draft pick went back to practice after being introduced in Cleveland. CLEVELAND (AP) --