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Playing with pain, Yanks hurt Tribe

Derek Jeter and David Wells played key roles in New York's 6-2 win. CLEVELAND (AP) -- As the


REGION

REGION Aeros lose 5-4 AKRON -- Rich Lane hit a two-run triple in the ninth inning to give the


All-Star game will have a new look with 29 first-time picks

They are the most new All-Stars since 30 were picked in 1988. NEW YORK (AP) -- Sammy Sosa, Roger


THISTLEDOWN

THISTLEDOWN SUNDAY'S RESULTS 1st--Amachance5.402.402.10 Jessika's Award2.202.10 Aldina From


Tiffany Powell, Steve Skeliski to wed in fall

XWARREN -- Cindy Thompson of Warren is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Tiffany Powell of


OHIO

OHIO Wendy's lowers projection DUBLIN, Ohio -- Wendy's International Inc. lowered its 2003


WOMEN'S NBA

WOMEN'S NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Detroit94.692-- Charlotte106.625 1/2 Indiana96.6001


Leiter-Loboy wedding is set for Aug. 16

XSTRUTHERS -- Scott and Nadia Leiter of 113 Wilson St. are announcing the engagement of their


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)155.750-- Scrappers (Indians)119.5504 Batavia


LORDSTOWN COUNCIL Auto-parts producer receives tax deal

Trumbull commissioners are expected to consider the abatement Wednesday. THE VINDICATOR,


U.S. WOMEN'S OPEN Sorenstam's misfire sets up three-way playoff round

She had a chance to win outright, but bogeyed No. 18. NORTH PLAINS, Ore. (AP) -- Annika Sorenstam


MASSACHUSETTS State investigates possible violation of Microsoft pact

Microsoft says it is complying with the antitrust settlement. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Massachusetts is


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Turkish student at YSU overcomes the language barrier

Down a flight of stairs, tucked into the corner of Youngstown State University's Tod Hall is an


AMA president to speak about malpractice

ROOTSTOWN -- Dr. Donald J. Palmisano, president of the American Medical Association, will have a


LOCAL

LOCAL Flying models kTHE Skylarks, model airplane hobbyists, have been building and flying their


SOCCER Reyna's return keys America's victory over Paraguay

Landon Donovan and Earnie Stewart each scored goals in the victory. COLUMBUS (AP) -- An exhibition


ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball

Tri-T Colt Struthers Davidson Becker 8, Poland Home Savings 3 -- Anthony Sahli had three hits,


HELOISE Systems helps her keep control of bills

Dear Heloise: I would like to add one step further to "Staying in control of bills." I have one


WIMBLEDON Federer uses serve to capture first slam

The 21-year-old beat Mark Philippoussis in straight sets. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Roger Federer


Nike buys Converse

Nike buys Converse BOSTON -- The company made famous by Chuck Taylor sneakers is getting a Nike


YOUNGSTOWN Board raises fees for copies of birth, death certificates

YOUNGSTOWN -- The city health board has raised the cost of obtaining birth and death certificates


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.11 2.20 Bank One,.84,37.9037.91 Clear Channel, 41.06


WARREN POLICE Officials assure an investigation is taking place

The mayor hopes citizens will cooperate while officials discuss recent arrests. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


A happy ending for owners

The dwarfs were not chipped or broken. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER NORTH LIMA


CLASS B LEAGUE Rondinelli rallies to beat Line Drive in series opener

Rondinelli held on for a 7-6 win in the first game of the championship series. By PAUL TRGOVAC


Today is Tuesday, July 8, the 189th day of 2003. There are 176 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, July 8, the 189th day of 2003. There are 176 days left in the year. On this date


FOURTH STAGE

FOURTH STAGE Stage: Joinville to Saint-Dizier, a 42.8-mile team time trial in eastern France.


WASHINGTON Judge says $750M fine won't kill WorldCom

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A federal judge says a fine higher than the $750 million he approved against


CLEVELAND USWA is rebuilding its foothold in steel

Steelworkers who make tires are part of a union that's branching out. CLEVELAND (AP) -- When


GIRARD Probe continues into death of woman found on road

Autopsy results may not be released for several months. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Man charged in theft of Jeep's car stereo

Man charged in theft of Jeep's car stereo YOUNGSTOWN -- Clifton L. Ritter was arrested on a theft


LEETONIA Leaving no stone unturned to solve theft

A reward is being offered for the stones from a family's barn. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM


Jennifer Briganti, Michael R. Long to wed Oct. 18

XCANFIELD -- Mitchell and Pauline Moore, 2850 Grandview Blvd., are announcing the coming marriage of


AGENDA

AGENDA WEDNESDAY Campbell Board of Education, 7:30 a.m., board office. Special meeting to act on


"Not just anyone can be Special Forces. You have to be a much more mindful soldier."

Opinion: "Not just anyone can be Special Forces. You have to be a much more mindful soldier." Leslie Ann


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Voters will get chance to answer call for a 911 system surcharge

The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce will campaign for the issue's passage. By NORMAN LEIGH


KNOXVILLE, TENN. Despite brain injury, Cannon still bowls

With the use of a cane, Bert Cannon competed in the ABC Tournament. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE


IRAQ Two Americans are killed in latest attacks on troops

Recruiting for the new Iraqi army will begin later this month. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Insurgents


Annual garage sale

Annual garage sale AUSTINTOWN -- Camelot Arms Care Center will have its annual garage sale Friday


Here are other places to ride ATVs, jeeps and motorcycles in Texas and Oklahoma:

Here are other places to ride ATVs, jeeps and motorcycles in Texas and Oklahoma: Gator Run Park,


Boardman stats show no bias, chief says

The crime initiative is in its third month. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Spencer's blast in 10th lifts Indians

Cleveland won three out of four games in the series against Minnesota. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Sixty-


Conference USA to enforce bylaw

Conference USA to enforce bylaw CHICAGO -- Conference USA officials have voted to enforce a bylaw


TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY

TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY SUNDAY'S RESULTS YORK TRIATHLON SUPER SPRINTS (25 Laps): 1. ROD GEORGE, 2.


LANCE ARMSTRONG Wreck doesn't wreck his chances

The 31-year-old is in eighth place with 19 stages remaining. MEAUX, France (AP) -- A little


How far will high court go in misinterpreting the law?

Opinion: How far will high court go in misinterpreting the law? EDITOR: As I picked up The Vindicator


NY-PENN LEAGUE Pitchers stymie struggling Scrappers

Vermont held Mahoning Valley to one hit in a 7-0 victory. BURLINGTON, Vt. -- Cesar Suarez's double


NBA Kobe Bryant accused of sexual assault

The 24-year-old was released after turning himself in Friday. DENVER (AP) -- Kobe Bryant was


CANFIELD SCHOOLS Board to discuss levy, funds

School officials are worried about the effects of the new state budget. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


WARREN Officials assure an investigation is taking place

The mayor hopes citizens will cooperate while officials discuss recent arrests. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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WARREN SCHOOLS Parent liaisons try to help get family problems solved

The liaisons live in the neighborhood of the schools. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Rondinelli wins Game 1

Rondinelli wins Game 1 Greg Rohan's big hit helped Rondinelli Tuxedo defeat Line Drive in the


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go Hours, fees: Barnwell Mountain Recreation Area is open weekends only from


NCAA rule changes schedule

When the Youngstown State University football players report for the start of the 2003 season on


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Barney DeOerio Jr., 54, of 47 Henry Drive, Struthers, and Mary


POLICE AND RACE Two tales of the tape

This tape of police has no violence but plenty of slapstick. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR


PREP BASEBALL Leslie headed back to Mooney

Ursuline's basketball coach will return to his alma mater to coach baseball. By JOE SCALZO


PHILADELPHIA American Muslims rally for rights post -Sept. 11

Hundreds of Muslims read the Bill of Rights at Independence Hall. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- More than a


SELECTIONS Major League All-Star Game

American League Starters Catcher--Jorge Posada, N.Y. Yankees First base--Carlos Delgado,


TRUMBULL COUNTY FAIR Rain and mud muck attendance numbers

The fair needs about 40,000 visitors to break even. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


OHIO POLITICS Official praises Valley's strategy

Democrats are looking at Columbiana County's Ohio House seat. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


Jacobs-Steele wedding set for late September

XGIRARD -- Howard and Gail Jacobs, 1050 Gary Ave., are announcing plans for the forthcoming wedding


PITTSBURGH Plan to clean stone causes outcry

Critics of the proposal say the building reflects the city's steel heritage. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- As


CHICAGO United flight attendants attack plan to give bonuses

The airline wants to raise pay for technical workers to keep them from leaving. CHICAGO (AP) --


FARRELL Police try to ID beating victim found unconscious in alley

The man has several tattoos on his arms and left hand. FARRELL, Pa. -- Police are still trying to


WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO

WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-9-4 Pick 4, 6-4-7-4 Buckeye 5, 14-24-31-


YOUNGSTOWN Strike ends at mental health agency

Workers took a first-year pay freeze; they'll get a pay raise in the second year. By CYNTHIA


WARREN POLICE Abuse complaints

MARCH 15 Scene: Several teenagers spill onto North Park Avenue after a birthday party ends at the


Soldier's custody battle is quashed

A federal law protects military personnel from civil actions while they're away. PITTSBURGH (AP)


HEALTHSOUTH Company says it can remain solvent

NEW YORK (AP) -- HealthSouth Corp. is meeting with creditors this week to convince them that strong


Virostek-Lyda wedding set for early October

XAnnouncement of the engagement of Kathleen Virostek, 7307 Struthers Road, Poland, and Mark Lyda,


3-month-old South Side infant dies

YOUNGSTOWN -- Jordan Smith, a 3-month-old girl, was dead by the time an ambulance arrived Monday


HOWLAND Traffic meeting frustrates residents

An improvement study will take at least 18 months, the ODOT chief said. By ANGELA WOODHULL


ALL-STAR VOTING

AMERICAN LEAGUE First Base 1. Carlos Delgado, Blue Jays, 1,417,087 2. Jason Giambi, Yankees,


ANALYSIS Uncompromising Rendell continues to push his plan

Pennsylvania's governor has yet to secure the approval of state lawmakers. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The


NASCAR Fueling tactic helps Biffle gain first win

The decision to top off the gas tank early helped Greg Biffle to win the Pepsi 400. DAYTONA BEACH,


NBA Cavs' James struggles in 2nd summer game

James said he will not play the final three games of the summer league. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) --


AT A GLANCE Tour de France

Highlights from Sunday's first full stage of the Tour de France: Stage: 104-miles from Montgeron


SHENANGO VALLEY Heavy rain causes flooding, power loss

Hermitage firefighters rescued a woman stranded by rising water on Route 18. By HAROLD GWIN


NBA Cavs' James prepares for first game

The Cavaliers will play in a summer league game Tuesday night. THE ORLANDO SENTINEL ORLANDO,


NILES Historical Society seeks funds to repair barn and greenhouse

The two buildings are more than 75 years old. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER NILES --


NATION Blood shortage becomes critical

In northern Ohio, the ARC had only one pint of AB negative blood Monday. The nation's blood banks,


Storms leave thousands without power

Fierce storms that swept through the Mahoning and Shenango valleys early today toppled trees and


LEADERS

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. Mora Bal692525291.361 ISuzuki Sea8536463127.349 Bradley


VACATIONS A poor economy fails to faze rich travelers

For some people, a cruise tab of $299,999 is nothing. By DENIS HORGAN HARTFORD COURANT Across


YOUNGSTOWN Man, 29, faces charge of rape

The woman had been across the street at a birthday party. YOUNGSTOWN -- Based on a 19-year-old


BIRTHS

Forum Health Northside Robert and Christine Milone, 285 Sexton St., Struthers, girl, June 29.


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Forest fire situation remains unclear

By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- It's been more than two months since a forest


NL CENTRAL D'Amico leads streaking Pirates to sweep of Astros, 8-3

Pittsburgh has won four straight and seven of 10. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If they keep playing this way


WARREN New school offers Orthodox education

Seven pupils are enrolled; resgistration runs until Aug. 26. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR


SKATEBOARDING O'Brien focuses on family, but finds time to compete

The 25-year-old has won more events than any female rider in history. By JOHN GONZALEZ THE


TOUR DE FRANCE Armstrong in second after U.S. Postal win

The defending champion trails leader Victor Hugo Pena by just one second. SAINT-DIZIER, France


AROUND THE HORN Sunday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 7, Red Sox 1 NEW YORK -- Andy Pettitte shut down baseball's top-hitting


WNBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games

Sun 62, Liberty 58 UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- Taj McWilliams-Franklin had 21 points and nine rebounds as


WESTERN OPEN Tiger cruises to fourth win, snapping 3-month 'slump'

Rich Beem placed second, finishing five strokes behind. LEMONT, Ill. (AP) -- The British Open is


KANSAS CITY Herta defies the skeptics to score first IRL triumph

Bryan Herta prevented Scott Dixon from winning his third straight race. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) --


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox 'Bart' turned out to be a bit of a snoop

Dear Annie: Last weekend, my husband and I invited some friends to come for a visit. "Madge and