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Police see success in new crime initiative
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TEXAS RANGERS Clyde left his mark on baseball
David Clyde remains a classic example of how not to handle young pitching talent. ARLINGTON, Texas
Parents announce Gay-Rudolph engagement
XAnnouncement of the engagement of Julie Anne Gay, 1298 Bears Den Road, and Aaron Rudolph, 335 W.
Enforcers put firearm users under the gun
Gun offenders definitely will face long sentences, the U.S. attorney says. & lt;a
YOUNGSTOWN DEA says meth is a cooking business
The DEA says the drug is often used at raves and on college campuses. By PATRICIA MEADE
SCRAPPERS Auburn remains league's hot team
The Doubledays used the long ball against Mahoning Valley. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS
BRAVES Lopez feels like a new man this year, and his bat reflects his transformation
An off-season training program helped the catcher develop into a slugger. ATLANTA (AP) -- Javy
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD June 24 Theft: An employee
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Love, hate surround title team
Evangel Christian Academy represents big-time football in Louisiana. SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) -- The
Choosing road trips
Choosing road trips About 70 percent of vacationers will choose a road trip over air, bus, boat or
WARREN CONTRACTS
WARREN CONTRACTS Guilty plea in kickback scheme Two public officials who received bribes are not
OHIO Retailers prepare for tax increase
The higher sales tax will be in effect through June 30, 2005. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
STATE PARK Scenic property requires work
A proposal is pending to close part of a remote road used by offenders. By NORMAN LEIGH
AL CENTRAL Royals reclaim first in division
Jose Lima led the Royals to a 6-3 win over the Indians. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Jose Lima has
CLASS B LEAGUE Line Drive corrals 22nd behind Wargacki's arm
Line Drive clinched the top seed for the playoffs for the second year in a row. STRUTHERS -- Line
JOB SEARCHING Employers are using the group interview
Group interviews pose challenges but also opportunities. CHICAGO TRIBUNE In 1985, when Tom
PENNSYLVANIA PREPS Football coach tackles duty of superintendent
South Allegheny's Pat Risha didn't shy away from the opportunity. ASSOCIATED PRESS When Pat
WOMEN'S WORLD CUP Columbus is among the six sites approved
The World Cup will open Sept. 20 in Columbus and Philadelphia. ASSOCIATED PRESS PARIS -- The six
NOTEBOOK From Wimbledon
Defending champion: Serena Williams is still waiting for her first test at Wimbledon. The defending
Stallsmith-Freedy to be married in mid-September
XCANFIELD -- Plans for the late-summer wedding of Erika Stallsmith, a daughter of JoAnn and Ronald
WIMBLEDON All-Williams finale may be near
Serena and Venus Williams face Belgians in Thursday's semifinals. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- The
Razov's goal delivers Fire 2-1 win, first place
ASSOCIATED PRESS NAPERVILLE, Ill. -- Ante Razov scored in overtime as the Chicago Fire beat the
BUSCH SERIES Wisconsin native starts from pole
For the fourth time this season, owner points set the lineup following rain. WEST ALLIS, Wis. (AP)
Riding a bike-sales boom, shop owner peddles more
Low interest rates made the longtime bike dealer's expansion more affordable. THE VINDICATOR,
Kimberly Glista to be bride of Justin Stamp
XCANFIELD -- Chester and Rina Glista, 8435 N. Palmyra Road, are announcing the engagement of their
Co-feature ends in unpopular majority draw
Three unintentional head butts shortened the fight to four rounds. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
Glaze-Egger engagement is announced
XWARREN -- Mr. and Mrs. David Glaze of Warren are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Sarah
INTERLEAGUE Giants best A's in Battle of Bay
Barry Bonds hit his 635th home run in the 8-7 win. ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN FRANCISCO -- Pedro Feliz
Camera was kept close by to record police harassment, beaten man says
The man called the police 'a gang with a badge and a gun.' & lt;a
MAHONING VALLEY Officials: Transport of bodies crosses line
A problem occurs when a Trumbull victim is taken to a Mahoning hospital. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and
Shannon Potina, Rich Rovnak plan Sept. 27 vows
XMINERAL RIDGE -- Jim and Marianne Potina, 1922 Cloverbrook Drive, are announcing the engagement of
Fisher-Felton wedding date to be Sept. 13
XAUSTINTOWN -- A late-summer wedding is planned by Jill Marie Fisher, daughter of James and Jeanne
BOOK REVIEW Understanding 'Curious Incident'
The story probes the delusions of communication and a dog's death. By MARTA SALIJ KNIGHT RIDDER
NASCAR TRUCK SERIES Gaughan is the ninth different winner
In the nine truck races at The Milwaukee Mile, all had different winners. WEST ALLIS, Wis. (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN Internet schooling provides alternatives to public classes
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Corey Chattman spent his extra time
MINOR LEAGUES
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BOXING Wake-up call: Calzaghe recovers from knockdown to defend title
Byron Mitchell threw a scare into the Welshman. CARDIFF, Wales (AP) -- Joe Calzaghe successfully
PREP FOOTBALL
PREP FOOTBALL LATE FRIDAY PENN-OHIO FOOTBALL CLASSIC PENN ALL-STARS 26, OHIO ALL-STARS 6
TUESDAY DRAWINGS
TUESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Day drawings: Pick 3, 7-7-0 Pick 4, 0-6-9-1 Night drawings: Pick 3,
A new strategy for ageless Agassi
The 33-year-old added a few wrinkles to his game in beating Younes El Aynaoui. WIMBLEDON, England
BASEBALL STANDINGS
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BAYLOR UNIVERSITY Questions surround missing player
Police continue to question the basketball team about the possible homicide. WACO, Texas (AP) --
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York5030.625--z-9-1W-622-1728-
16-year-old Sharapova upsets Dokic 6-4, 6-4
She advanced to the fourth round and will be among the final 16 at Wimbledon WIMBLEDON, England
It's time to end the arena silliness
Opinion: PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT The Hon. George M. McKelvey, mayor of the city of Youngstown, has a check for
MAHONING VALLEY Transport of bodies crosses line, doesn't make sense, officials say
A problem occurs when a Trumbull victim is taken to a Mahoning hospital. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and
Bringing back Idora Park would be great for Valley
Opinion: Bringing back Idora Park would be great for Valley EDITOR: I would like to invite anyone who
CINCINNATI USWA halts talks with Goodyear
The company wants to trim about $1.5 billion in costs by 2005. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The United
Rising above life of drugs, prostitution
A Youngstown woman now wants to help others fight drugs and abuse. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Judge does the right thing in saying no to Philomena
Opinion: Former Mahoning County Prosecutor-turned jailbird James A. Philomena will leave the federal
NASCAR Away from track, Burton is at the top of his game
He is busy making personal appearances to promote sponsors' products. ASSOCIATED PRESS This
School's out, but fun and factual kids' books are in:
School's out, but fun and factual kids' books are in: "Scholastic Book of Outstanding Americans,"
Many are called, few chosen
Opinion: Memo to the people of Cleveland: The phrase and a child shall lead them was not a prophetic
INDY RACING LEAGUE Dixon records milestone in dominant performance
He led all 206 laps before the rain hit for his third win in seven races. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) --
STRUTHERS A real sign of commitment
The winner wanted to inspire others to make an impact. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball & amp; softball
Tri-T Colt Columbiana Sport Scene 8, Struthers Daily Legal News -- Corey Channell pitched a
NEW YORK Matsui's grand slam helps drive Yankees past Mets in opener
The teams played the second half of the doubleheader at Shea Stadium. NEW YORK (AP) -- Roger
NATION Manufacturers face a pinch in supply of labor
Experts worry the country will suffer if manufacturers can't attract talent. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Bush's visit to Africa could trigger change
Opinion: Africa is a continent in crisis, created in large part by corrupt leaders who have brought many
Remembering Thurmond
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: It is typical when a person dies to eulogize him or her with fond
REGION
REGION 2 companies in Boardman decide to work together BOARDMAN -- The Brennan Financial Group
PGA Johnson leads by 1 at St. Jude Classic
He eyes first tilte in 14th start. Toms is stroke behind MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- The putter never
INTERLEAGUE Devil Rays down Braves to end skid
Tampa Bay won only its third interleague games in 17 outings this year. ASSOCIATED PRESS ST.
2,351 see Pavlik win 18th
By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NILES -- In improving his record to 18-0 Tuesday,
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Hoover brings success to Sharon
It may take a Hoover to clean up on the basketball court this season. Sharon High School hoop fans
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Brand Swifty(D Ward)7.404.802.80 Immortal Lock(K Kash
PNC PARK Bucs defense falters in 5-4 loss
The loss to Colorado ended a two-game winning streak. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Colorado Rockies
COLUMBIANA CORNER Do duty calls make police laugh, too?
Salem police responded recently to several strange calls. In one of them, an intoxicated man
TOUR DE FRANCE Strive for five: Armstrong seeking fifth straight win
The 31-year-old Texan is the heavy favorite to win next week's race. PARIS (AP) -- Lance Armstrong
TRIBE Indians will stay in Winter Haven
The club exercised a four-year option to stay in Central Florida. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
FIGHT SCHEDULE
FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses July 3 At Mountaineer Racetrack and Gaming Resort,
INTERLEAGUE Olmedo's hit lifts Reds
His bloop single drove in the deciding run in a 5-4 victory over Cleveland CLEVELAND (AP) --
LPGA Sorenstam shakes off slow start
She's just four strokes back of leader Angela Stanford. GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) -- Angela
Katharine Hepburn, prolific actress, dies
Katharine Hepburn, prolific actress, dies kKATHARINE HEPBURN, who won four Academy Awards in her
NORTH JACKSON Township will turn 200 with daylong celebration
Current and former residents will unite to celebrate their heritage. By JOHN SKENDALL VINDICATOR
OHIO SALES TAX What's applicable
Services that will be newly subject to sales tax under the state budget that goes into effect
April L. Romeo, Mr. McGahagan to wed Sept. 20
XAnnouncing the engagement of April Lynne Romeo, North Four Mile Run Road, Austintown, and Thomas
BASEBALL Almonte regroups after LL troubles
Danny Almonte, now 16, is doing well as a high school pitcher. NEW YORK (AP) -- Danny Almonte
GOLF Lietzke fires 64 to lead by four
He leads Vicente Fernandez and Tom Watson in the U.S. Senior Open. TOLEDO (AP) -- Bruce Lietzke
ACC scenario is free for all
If you want to know how goofy the Atlantic Coast Conference expansion process is, consider this:
WARREN Tear down school, grads say
The project is estimated at $170 million. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The Baseball School -- has individual, semi-individual and group lessons available. For
Miners' movie threatens their workers' comp
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Workers' compensation benefits for seven of the nine miners trapped last summer
WNBA ROUNDUP Saturday's games
Sting 69, Sun 55 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Andrea Stinson scored 15 points and Teana McKiver added 14
SANDLOT ROUNDUP Line Drive corrals 22nd behind Wargacki's arm
Line Drive clinched the top seed for the playoffs for the second year in a row. STRUTHERS -- Line
Olsen released from hospital after beaning
BOSTON (AP) -- Florida Marlins pitcher Kevin Olsen was released from the hospital Saturday, one day
MLB Edmonds lifts Cards past red-hot Royals
Arizona beat the Tigers to set a franchise record with 10 straight victories. ASSOCIATED PRESS
ACC EXPANSION Virginia Tech: Move solidifies sports program
No sports will need to be cut now, the president said. KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWSPAPERS NEWPORT NEWS,