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It's about the beer
It's about the beer The current issue of All About Beer magazine features Andrew Firestone, an
GIRARD Officials juggle cash to end 2003 in black
A second transfer needs to be approved in the county courts. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
CORTLAND After 10 years in academics, man switches gears to open bike shop
The store opened Wednesday. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CORTLAND -- He has a
Wreck kills man
Wreck kills man NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Wet roads were the cause of a fatal car crash on Pa. Route 108,
WACO, TEXAS Informant says roommate shot, killed Baylor player
Patrick Dennehy has been missing for almost three weeks. WACO, Texas (AP) -- People who knew
HELOISE Seasoning-salt recipe will save you money
Dear Heloise: I love your recipe for seasoning salt, but unfortunately I lost it in a recent move.
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-7-6 Pick 4, 8-8-8-9 Buckeye 5, 6-14-20-
NOTEBOOK | Court-side
Fed Cup Snub: Lindsay Davenport isn't happy she was left off the U.S. Fed Cup team that faces Italy
GREENVILLE, PA. Chief seeks grants to improve, expand force
He hopes to obtain funding to pay all the costs of adding police officers. By LAURI GALENTINE
COLLEGE FOOTBALL After heartbreaking loss to Ohio State, Stoops looking for another strong year
Defensive backs coach Mark Stoops wants to be a head coach someday. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
VIENNA AIR BASE Legislation boosts mosquito-spray equipment
Spraying missions are usually over military areas for the protection of troops. VIENNA -- A
Workshop for writers
Workshop for writers HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Author Susan Dexter will lead the fiction writers' workshop
August wedding for Miss Rovnak, Mr. Ruggieri Jr.
XGIRARD -- Pamela Rovnak and John Ruggieri Jr., both of 955 N. Highland Ave., are announcing their
NOVEL REVIEW Bringing together the struggles of separation
'Say When' captures the deep meaning of little details amid marital conflict. By ELIZABETH LESURE
FOOTBALL Stoops family homecoming includes time for football camp
The lineup has ties to the past three collegiate champions. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
NFL Nails is getting a second chance
The Dolphins' guard said players are unprepared for second careers. By ALEX MARVEZ SOUTH FLORIDA
MAHONING VALLEY 9 dogs adopted quickly
Eight Chihuahuas and one Pomeranian had homes in about an hour. By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR
Venus, Serena set for finals
WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Venus Williams' shoulders sagged with relief as she gave the Centre Court
CAVALIERS LeBron James signs $13 million contract
The No. 1 overall draft pick will receive $4.02 million in his first season. CLEVELAND (AP) --
PENNSYLVANIA Bill would open districts' teams to home-schoolers
Opponents are wondering how eligibility requirements would be monitored. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Home-
LORDSTOWN French company picks site for auto exhaust system plant
The company wants to hire 15 to 20 employees and invest about $1.7 million. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
Women's winners wipe out opponents in under hour
Sixteen-year-old Russian Maria Sharapova was eliminated. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Even by Grand
HARRISBURG Tentative pacts include a two-year wage freeze
The four-year contracts call for raises in the third and fourth years. HARRISBURG (AP) -- An hour
BOARDMAN Police see success in new crime initiative
The initiative will last through the summer. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
American Airlines lays off more than 3,000
DALLAS (AP) -- American Airlines is laying off 3,123 flight attendants and nearing decisions on
BILL ORDINE Rolling the dice on casino concept
One of the most popular casino customer services has been the long-standing practice of offering
Kraft Foods plans to fight obesity in midst of lawsuits over weight
CHICAGO (AP) -- Kraft Foods, the company responsible for goodies like Oreos, Mallomars and Chips
Jenny Franklin, Todd Hammond to wed Aug. 2
XBOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Franklin, 8032 Aquadale Drive, are announcing the engagement of
WARREN WCI Steel misses interest payment
The steelmaker had a 30-day grace period to come up with the cash. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
WHAT'S INSIDE Necessities, amenities
Pillow Sheets Blanket/comforter Towel/washcloth Alarm clock Sleeping mask Ear plugs
Faced with a flooded basement? After all the rain -- and probably more on the way -- a wet-dry
Faced with a flooded basement? After all the rain -- and probably more on the way -- a wet-dry
We mark far more than independence on this day
Opinion: A single piece of parchment changed the world. On that parchment were the words of Thomas
Does egret regret bumpy road trip?
EAST LAKE, Fla. (AP) -- An egret that survived a road trip from Orlando to Pennsylvania trapped
BASEBALL
BASEBALL East Liverpool YMCA -- will have a tournament for players age 9-12 on July 17-21. For
Setting priorities in Africa
Opinion: Setting priorities in Africa Dallas Morning News: It long ago became standard in foreign policy
VIENNA AIR BASE Bill boosts bug-spray equipment
Spraying missions are usually over military areas for the protection of troops. By STEPHEN SIFF
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD June 29 Burglary: Police
Toomey starts campaign to oust Specter from seat
HARRISBURG (AP) -- U.S. Rep. Patrick Toomey launched the first television ad of his campaign last
Newly designed container takes mess out of painting
Newly designed container takes mess out of painting When it comes to paint cans, who doesn't have
NEW CASTLE Specter talks of funding effort
The money will be used to build on- and off-ramps on Pa. Route 60. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
"Nowhere will our commitment be put to the test more than in Africa, where food insecurity and AIDS
Opinion: "Nowhere will our commitment be put to the test more than in Africa, where food insecurity and AIDS
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION 2003-04 Pablo Picasso Academy -- Nontraditional, private school with art-based
MAHONING COUNTY Autopsy post won't be filled for a while
There is a national shortage of forensic pathologists, the coroner says. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Huss-Little troth announced; date set for wedding
XThe engagement of Rachel Lee Huss, 6340 Twonotch Court, Dublin, and Jeremy Adam Little, 131
Tax law lacks loophole for bond funds
Q. In your recent column about the new tax cuts, I was surprised you did not mention that you can
LAWRENCE COUNTY Buyers postpone sale of Hill View Manor home
A financial audit is needed to revise the buyer's bank financing agreement. By LAURE CIOFFI
Jason Metzka, 571 Hyatt Campbell, Ohio 44405
Jason Metzka, 571 Hyatt Campbell, Ohio 44405 Wayne Zetts 27 Regent Street Campbell Ohio 44405
Drug charges
Drug charges YOUNGSTOWN -- A 17-year-old boy was arrested on drug trafficking charges Tuesday
Parents announce Cormell-VanSuch wedding plans
XPlans for the summer wedding of Amy B. Cormell, 81 Laurel Hills Lane, Canfield, and Gregg D.
HORTICULTURE Putting ground under cover
You have a variety of plants from which to choose. By EMILY GREEN LOS ANGELES TIMES Ground
WIMBLEDON 'Ace' Philippoussis capsizes Agassi
The un-seeded and hard-serving Australian served a record-tying 46 aces. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)
In frontier towns, revolvers took the place of fireworks.
In frontier towns, revolvers took the place of fireworks. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Thirteen rockets in
SHARON The transformation continues: Shuttered plant awaits rebirth
A big chunk of the transformer plant will soon be ready for new tenants. By HAROLD GWIN
PRO BOXING Pavlik ready for Cason at Cafaro; tonight's bout taped for ESPN 2
Featherweight Clarence "Bones" Adams will battle Manuel Sepeda. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
Ins and outs
Depending on the kind of plants in a yard, an installer will recommend either a drip or sprinkler
BOARDMAN Street Crimes Unit makes impact with drug arrests, police report
The initiative will last through the summer. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Dawn DeBucci, Dave Petrick to marry Aug. 23
XAnnouncement is being made of the engagement of Dawn DeBucci of Austintown and Dave Petrick of
ON AREA DIAMONDS | Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL Tri-T Pony (13-14) Canfield Southeastern Equipment 10, Poland Campbell Electric 4 --
True patriotism goes beyond flag, becomes a way of life
Opinion: True patriotism goes beyond flag, becomes a way of life EDITOR: Several days ago, there was a
BEEF | TIPS
BEEF | TIPS GETTING IT READY Follow these smart handling tips when preparing beef: Leave a
'T3': Worth a see?
'T3': Worth a see? kVINDICATOR film critic Milan Paurich says "Terminator 3: The Rise of the
Teen charged as adult
Teen charged as adult ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. -- A 16-year-old faces adult charges after a police
ASSIGNMENTS JUNE 22-28
ASSIGNMENTS JUNE 22-28 FOR WEDNESDAY Column--SCALZO Pavlik fight--ROTH FOR THURSDAY
BEAVER TOWNSHIP Theft victims hope the police can provide a fairy-tale ending
The Seven Dwarfs lawn ornaments have been missing since early Monday. By PATRICIA MEADE
Pritt on deck at Cafaro Field
NILES -- I don't need to look at Ryan Pritt's five-page r & eacute;sum & eacute; to learn of
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 2nd--Yelp (Gonzalez)3.602.402.10 Runnin On Brave (I.Spence)4.002.20
WARREN City firefighters' muscle poses heat up their calendar sales
More than 1,500 of the calendars were sold, raising more than $7,800. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN Koliser waives his speedy trial right
The suspect's trial is set for Oct. 14. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN
As a stress reliever from job, patrolman digs gardening
At left and above, Ronnie Jones of Youngstown plants cabbage in his garden at the Jubilee Gardens
NATION
NATION Judge dismisses suits by Merrill Lynch investors NEW YORK -- A federal judge has tossed
WARREN Lawmaker scraps nuke-plant hearing
NRC inspectors found a leak in an Ohio nuclear plant in February 2002. By CHRIS COLLINS STATES
WASHINGTON U.S. plans for possible intervention in Liberia
President Bush is trying to persuade President Charles Taylor to leave the country. WASHINGTON
HARRISBURG Tentative contract freezes wages
The four-year contracts call for raises in the third and fourth years. HARRISBURG (AP) -- An hour
CONTRACEPTION Morning-after pill proves effective longer than previously thought
Despite its effectiveness, many women don't know about the pill. By VALERIE REITMAN LOS ANGELES
CAFARO FIELD Tonight's boxing card
Kelly Pavlik (17-0, 16 KOs, 164 pounds) of Youngstown vs. Rico Cason (16-7, 4 KOs, 163) of Lebanon,
AROUND THE HORN Monday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 6, Orioles 5 BALTIMORE -- Ruben Sierra hit a pivotal three-run homer and
CLEVELAND GRAND PRIX Tracy takes provisional pole in first qualifying session
It guaranteed him a front-row start in Saturday's CART feature race. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Tempers
Bar association elects new officers
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County Bar Association elected Richard N. White, whose legal office is in
WARREN Development chief says audit findings are faulty
The city has paid more than $300,000 for performance audits started in 2000. By DENISE DICK
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
AUTO INDUSTRY Cavalier sales jump, ending 5-month fall
GM and Chrysler had higher sales in June; Ford's volume was down slightly. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
AL CENTRAL Indians sweep pair from Royals
Cleveland outscored Kansas City 18-10 in the doubleheader. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Kansas
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)94.692-- Aberdeen (Orioles)85.6151 Hudson Valley
NEW CASTLE Schools chief faces scrutiny
The school board passed the 2003-04 budget. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW
GAIL WHITE Jennifer's hugs and spirit transcend a life cut short
I never met Jennifer Arnold. I could have picked her out in a crowd, though. A picture on her
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Mom doesn't act like the hard times are over
Dear Annie: My mother and father have been married almost 50 years. In the early years, my father
YOUNGSTOWN With 'Postcards,' take a vintage look at city
The captions under the postcards offer several bits of information. By THERESA M. HEGEL
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers-Auburn rivalry becoming a hit
Scott Roehl led Mahoning Valley to a 9-3 victory over the Doubledays. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Humiliating moment
Humiliating moment SEVENTEEN MAGAZINE WAX ON, WAX OFF My mom was waxing my eyebrows one day,
ILLEGAL FIREWORKS Cops will not look other way
Local police say they will take action, even on July 4th. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
BEVERAGES Oh, what a smoothie! Some recipes to try
The drinks can be made with or without alcohol. By WILLIAM RICE CHICAGO TRIBUNE My dictionary
WARREN 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
PAR 3 SHOOTOUT RESULTS
PAR 3 SHOOTOUT RESULTS At Treetops Resort Gaylord, Mich. Monday Lee Trevino - $90,000 (one
FACTS ABOUT LIPSTICK Colorful tips for the lips
Here are some interesting facts about the evolution of lipsticks and hints on how create the perfect
GUEST ROOMS Hosts, think inside the box
It's easy to have everything together that a guest needs for an overnight visit. By STACY DOWNS
HARRISBURG Court upholds dad's conviction of kidnapping
HARRISBURG (AP) -- The state Superior Court has reversed a 110-year-old precedent and upheld the
Road project to begin
Road project to begin COLUMBIANA -- The Ohio Department of Transportation will begin work Monday
YOUNGSTOWN Enforcers put firearm users under the gun
Gun offenders definitely will face long sentences, the U.S. attorney says. By ROGER G. SMITH
Forum Health Northside
Forum Health Northside Marnie Winger, 4337 South Ave., Boardman, boy, July 1. William and Erin
BUDGET Short on funds, state increases service fees
Some people who will pay higher fees are taking the increases in stride. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS Some
Report: State awards bonuses in budget crunch
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Despite leading a team charged with saving Pennsylvania money, state Treasurer
HUGH O'BRIAN
HUGH O'BRIAN Student leaders These sophomore high school students were selected to attend the
Guns are stolen from Niles home
Guns are stolen from Niles home NILES -- Eight guns valued at $2,700 were reported missing Monday
COLUMBIANA Firestone developer clears last hurdle
Construction of homes along the golf course should start in about three months. By BOB JACKSON
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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AUSTINTOWN Owner plans to reopen club
State law allowed police to charge The Mill's owner for an assault at the club. By IAN HILL
OHIO SUPREME COURT Vrabel's death sentence upheld
Three justices felt Vrabel's sentence should be reduced to life in prison. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
Baylor player fingered
Baylor player fingered Court documents say a police informant in Delaware has told investigators
CHANEY
CHANEY Angela Armstrong, 505 Mohrman Youngstown Ohio 44509 John Shaffo 1588 Leyton Youngstown
Though book is slim, the story is complex, subtle and knowing
By CHARLES MATTHEWS KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "The Photograph," by Penelope Lively (Viking,
PENNSYLVANIA Federal grant saves job training program
Money is also earmarked for jobless coal miners and airline workers. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The U.S.
NOTEBOOK From Cafaro Field
On the schedule: In recent years, the New York-Penn League went to an unbalanced schedule, limiting
To win the Best Host in the Universe Award:
To win the Best Host in the Universe Award: Buy fun, current magazines you know your guest would
Lessons at Cedar Point
Lessons at Cedar Point About 10,000 high school students spent a May day at Cedar Point amusement
GARDENING Fans' love of hydrangeas blossoms, keeps growing
Hydrangeas offer versatility, colorfulness and are simple to grow. By MEGAN SEXTON KNIGHT RIDDER
"Anything that reduces violence is a step in the right direction. Under the road map, parties have
Opinion: "Anything that reduces violence is a step in the right direction. Under the road map, parties have
LOCAL
LOCAL Springfield's Panezich qualifies for nationals NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Nick Panezich qualified
Today is Wednesday, July 2, the 183rd day of 2003. There are 182 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, July 2, the 183rd day of 2003. There are 182 days left in the year. On this date
LIGONIER, PA. Bus driver charged with assault in spanking of two teenagers
LIGONIER, Pa. (AP) -- A school bus driver faces charges of assault over accusations that he spanked
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
INFANT MORTALITY RATE Better child care yields fewer deaths
Thirty-four children died in Mahoning County in 2002. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
HARRISBURG Report: Security requires cooperation
Better communication among agencies is needed, a report says. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Pennsylvania
MARK STOOPS Miami defensive backs coach is ready to look past loss to OSU in Fiesta Bowl
Defensive backs coach Mark Stoops wants to be a head coach someday. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Associated Press
Associated Press TOURISM DRAW: Historical Astoria Column stands tall against the cloud-filled sky
COLLEGE SPORTS Miami accepts invitation from ACC
The Hurricanes rejected a more lucrative offer from the Big East to stay. CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP)
LOS ANGELES Actors unions reject merger in close vote
High profile actors were lined up on both sides of the consolidation issue. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A
For a quick and easy meal, try chicken piccata with rice
By CAROL MIGHTON HADDIX CHICAGO TRIBUNE One of my favorite restaurant dishes is veal piccata.