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SILENCE SAYS IT ALL
By BENEDICT CAREY LOS ANGELES TIMES The most offensive ethnic slurs, lewd cracks or political
Three arrested
Three arrested YOUNGSTOWN -- Drugs and guns were confiscated Tuesday during Gun Reduction
Clippers answer challenge
Columbiana High football players volunteered to help the camp's summer program. By JOHN BASSETTI
ATP MONEY LEADERS
ATP MONEY LEADERS Through Sunday 1. Roger Federer$1,918,359 2. Juan Carlos Ferrero$1,548,736
FINDINGS | New Castle Schools
Establish procedures to require documentation of preregistration for conferences and conventions
SHARON DEP requires new plan for sewer system users
SHARON, Pa. -- The city is going to have to beef up its requirements for industrial companies to
SANDLOT BASEBALL B.B. Rooners completes title defense
Cardinal Mooney's Jeff Hehr was one of the team's top hitters. WHEELING, W.Va. -- B.B. Rooners
Associated Press
Associated Press TIME TO PRACTICE: Jonathan Levenson, left, and Jack Armstrong, nursing students
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
FRANCHISE D.C. eyes assurance baseball is coming
Washington, D.C., wants a commitment before it puts a tax package in place. By STEVE GOLDSTEIN
NY-PENN LEAGUE Turning trial to triumph
Mike Conroy hit a game-winning triple to lead the Scrappers to a 6-5 win. By BRIAN RICHESSON
HARRISBURG State will explore contract to avoid financing terrorism
The database lists companies that deal with countries sponsoring terrorism. HARRISBURG (AP) --
WARREN POLICE Federal probe in brutality case
A group of black leaders wants the three officers placed on leave. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
GAIL WHITE Celebration serves as tribute to Clarence Smith's character
Clarence Smith thought he was going to a steak fry fund-raising event. "There will be about 30
Kids prepare, show dedication to fair
Opening ceremonies were to be today. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF BAZETTA -- Feet
BASEBALL
BASEBALL The eighth pre Connie Mack Tournament -- showcase and college recruiting workshop for
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-7-6 Pick 4, 0-3-6-4 Buckeye 5, 7-23-24-
YOUNGSTOWN Judge sets $1 million bond for man charged with murdering girlfriend
The Youngstown man's trial is set to start Sept. 10. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Water, water everywhere
The valleys have been pounded by rain, but damage varies widely. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT The
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)165.762-- Scrappers (Indians)129.5714 Batavia
Steel union urges workers to accept pact
WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) -- A new five-year contract proposal for workers at Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel
LATEST LINE
LATEST LINE Baseball Favorite Odds Underdog Florida -125 CHICAGO CUBS SAN FRANCISCO -145
Granger is cleared to play at N. Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) -- New Mexico forward Danny Granger was cleared by the NCAA to play for the
LOCAL
LOCAL Barnes & amp; Noble signing BOARDMAN -- On Thursday at 7 p.m., author Frederick Myers
IRAQ Police say U.S. soldiers left
Two mortar rounds were fired into a U.S. base. FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. soldiers withdrew today
READY FOR THE WEATHER: Jasmine Baugh, 8, stands next to her grandmother, Tina Prvonozac, during
READY FOR THE WEATHER: Jasmine Baugh, 8, stands next to her grandmother, Tina Prvonozac, during
GOLF Lunke prevails in three-way playoff for U.S. Women's Open crown
She bested Angela Stanford and Kelly Robbins with a 15-foot birdie putt. NORTH PLAINS, Ore. (AP)
After years of hard work, the queen is crowned
The Bristolville teen has worked with 4-H for 12 years. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
TOUR DE FRANCE Armstrong progresses with no trouble
To avoid danger, he's happy to let others finish first in the early stages. SEDAN, France (AP) --
AROUND THE HORN Monday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 2, Red Sox 1 NEW YORK -- Todd Walker mishandled Curtis Pride's bases-
BOOK REVIEW Hollywood insider conveys industry's excesses, values
The novel has intentional parallels to real-life people and events. By PAUL MOORE BALTIMORE SUN
EAST PALESTINE School district eliminates resource officer position
The district's new high school principal is from Geauga County. EAST PALESTINE -- With the loss of
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Ronald and Rondalyn Danadic, 1815 Taft Ave., Niles, girl, June 28. Munif and Ruba
Rain delays paving at highway ramps
MERCER, Pa. -- Wet weather has delayed paving work on the entrance and exit ramps at U.S. Route 62
GIRARD Authorities seek information on hit-skip that killed woman
GIRARD -- A 37-year-old Girard woman was trying to get to Warren to visit friends when she was
HUBBARD Will leak theory hold water?
Officials hope the savings will pay for a waterline project. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
NEW CASTLE Auditor questions school board trip
The district is relieving the assistant superintendent of travel responsibilities. By LAURE CIOFFI
NCAA BASKETBALL Tournament committee changes Final Four pairings and regionals
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS In addition to announcing Final Four sites through 2011 last week, the
HARRISBURG House revises DUI bill in Pa.
The law sets up harsher penalties for more serious offenders. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- The state
"We have found the smoking gun."
Opinion: "We have found the smoking gun." Scott Hubbard Columbia Accident Investigation Board member, on
Canfield school board will wait till next year to put levy on ballot
CANFIELD -- The school board has decided to wait until next year to ask voters to decide the fate of
AMERICAN HEART WALK In step, leaders combine events
This year's fund-raising goal has been set at $130,000. YOUNGSTOWN -- American Heart Walk leaders
Games open doors
Playing helps people overcome psychological barriers. By SUSANNA LOOF ASSOCIATED PRESS GRAZ,
Sparks' Lisa Leslie has big game against Cleveland
The Washington Mystics are in a free-fall mode. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES -- Lisa Leslie had
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Parents respond to letter from 'Trying to Heal'
Dear Annie: I read the letter from "Trying to Heal," the therapist who said parents should let their
Men have become interested in physical benefits of yoga
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Sure, many men jog and work the weight machines. Some do aerobics. Others
Sweitzer-Oddis wedding set for early August
XWARREN -- Announced by David and Darlene Zickefoose of Warren are plans for the coming marriage of
The valleys have been pounded by rain, but damage varies widely.
The valleys have been pounded by rain, but damage varies widely. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT The
FIGHT SCHEDULE
FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Today At Laredo, Texas (ESPN2), Joe Hutchinson,
'AMERICAN GRIT' | A review Area history comes to life in newly released book
'American Grit' is a collection of letters written by a woman who moved to Columbiana County in
With Josephine Hulett
With Josephine Hulett Age: 76. Birthplace: Portland, Ark., coming to Girard at age 13.
Downtown outage zaps power at WRBP
YOUNGSTOWN -- A power outage in the Wick Building on Federal Plaza knocked WRBP-FM Radio 101.9 off
MAHONING VALLEY Lawmakers press for Boeing incentives
A state official said slow and steady is the best way to court Boeing. By DON SHILLING
Blood drive pits rivals
Blood drive pits rivals SHARON, Pa. -- The annual Cleveland vs. Pittsburgh Blood Drive to benefit
Fire destroys family home in Transfer
TRANSFER, Pa. -- Fire of undetermined origin destroyed a split-level house at 107 19th St.
When using a poker face, all bets are off
LOS ANGELES TIMES In established relationships the dynamic of emotional expression is different.
Going into home-based business
Q. My wife is looking to go into a home-based business. Could you give her any tips on which home-
BOXING Golota will try comeback in August
His last time in the ring was against Mike Tyson. CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Andrew Golota is
YOUNGSTOWN Mayor: Options exist despite arena talks
The city and an Austin, Texas, developer are talking. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER
HELLAM, PA. Old woman living in shoe knows what to do: Sell
The house was built by a shoe magnate to promote his 40-plus stores. HELLAM, Pa. (AP) -- House
Today is Wednesday, July 9, the 190th day of 2003. There are 175 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, July 9, the 190th day of 2003. There are 175 days left in the year. On this date
AKRON Aeros' Durbin, Alvarez combine to pitch no-hitter
ASSOCIATED PRESS AKRON -- Chad Durbin and Oscar Alvarez no-hit Bowie and walked none, with only a
STRUTHERS, SEBRING EPA awards grants for brownfield sites
Two local sites were among eight in Ohio to receive EPA grants. THE VINDICATOR By CYNTHIA
ON AREA DIAMONDS | Youth baseball
Babe Ruth (13s) Hubbard 8, Line Drive 6 Hubbard 5, Line Drive 3 Hubbard swept the best-of-3
Miss Cunningham, Brad Bucey to wed in August rite
XLISBON -- William and Cindy Cunningham, 41294 Applegate Road, are announcing the engagement of
Bucs fall in Milwaukee
Bucs fall in Milwaukee Wayne Franklin took a no-hitter into the sixth inning as the Brewers beat
POLICE OLYMPICS Landers biathlon winner
His physical fitness streak started after he quit smoking. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.152.25 Bank One,.84,37.8537.86 Clear Channel,
YOUNGSTOWN Area doctor pleads guilty to illegally selling drugs
The doctor illegally sold prescription drugs in the 1990s. YOUNGSTOWN -- A judge found a 76-year-
AGENDA
AGENDA THURSDAY Youngstown Community School Governing Authority, 7:30 a.m., board room of the
JACOBS FIELD Indians topple Yankees in 10th
Jody Gerut singled home Coco Crisp for the game-winning run in a 3-2 victory. CLEVELAND (AP) --
REVIEW In her memoir, Allende meanders through Chile
Though the book has contradictions, it also has its charms. By CLAUDIA LA ROCCO ASSOCIATED PRESS
REUNIONS
XThe 17th annual A & amp;P employees reunion is scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. Sept. 21 at the
East meets West in newest fashion wave
KNIGHT RIDDER Every so often a giant wave from the East sweeps across the fashion horizon. It
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Winingstock(Mc Kirgan)5.803.403.00 Sydnickidy Lane(W
WARREN Harris seeks punishment for police chief
The chief said he was just joking when he teased a cameraman at a nightclub. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Fans gladly brave rain for good seat
The fun starts in the line. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Tom
RUNNING Kaulen finds motivation to finish marathon
She placed fifth in her first marathon with help from husband, Matt. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
DALLAS Staubach-Aikman team eyeing NASCAR Busch Series for 2004
The Hall of Fame Racing team probably will bypass the Nextel Cup. THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS
The baby bust
Opinion: Washington Post: "Honey, I shrunk the kids" might well have been the title of last month's National
Meeting date changed
Meeting date changed Milton Township trustees have changed the date of the regular trustee meeting
AUTO INDUSTRY Study: Lexus tops list for durability
GM ranks best among Big Three automakers. DETROIT (AP) -- Lexus maintained its top spot for the
YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE Robert Vargo departs role as managing director
'Idora, Forever!' will go on as scheduled with a new director. By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT
HELOISE Chocolate sauerkraut cake recipe is a hit
Dear Heloise: I am writing to ask if you have a recipe for chocolate sauerkraut cake. If you do, I
MERCER COUNTY Fairgoers might find they're owed money
One of every 14 Pennsylvanians has some unclaimed property being held by the state. By HAROLD GWIN
GREENVILLE, PA. Werner Co. will cut jobs in manufacturing move
Hourly labor costs in Mexico are about $4, compared with $29 here. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
OHIO ODNR sting results in eight arrests
Fish were being caught and sold for profit, according to investigators. An undercover sting
Dann and his committee in the Ohio Senate erred in amending weapons measure
Opinion: Dann and his committee in the Ohio Senate erred in amending weapons measure EDITOR: I am writing
The sky is the limit for model plane club
By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER TS PROPELLER TWIRLS AND engine hums as the Stunter
2012 SUMMER OLYMPICS Bay Area cries foul in letter
The organizing committee has accused the USOC of unethical behavior. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS--Agreed to terms with C Ryan
Credit-card-theft charges
Credit-card-theft charges HUBBARD -- A couple is charged with theft after stealing a credit card
Litter officers return
Litter officers return YOUNGSTOWN -- Joseph Mastropietro, general foreman of the Youngstown Street
U.S. TEACHERS Report lists Ohio 18th in salaries
Ohio ranked 21st for average beginning teacher salary; Pennsylvania, 11th. Ohio ranks 18th among
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York5433.621--z-7-3W-225-1929-
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew P. Lejzerowicz, 20, of 2092 Craig Drive, Lake Milton,
Wendi Schnitzer to be bride of Timothy Rudge
XBOARDMAN -- Walter and Deborah Schnitzer, 605 Chestnut Lane, are announcing the engagement of their
TOUR DE FRANCE RESULTS
TOUR DE FRANCE RESULTS Monday At Sedan, France Second Stage 126.48 miles from La Ferte-sous-
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD July 6 Vandalism: A woman
TRUCKING INDUSTRY Roadway to keep headquarters in Akron after buyout by Yellow
ASSOCIATED PRESS Trucking giant Yellow Corp. on Tuesday agreed to buy rival Roadway Corp. for $966
YOUNGSTOWN Jail stay dismays officials
Sentences for gun offenses must be stiff to be a deterrent, a U.S. attorney says. By PATRICIA
TRUMBULL COUNTY Fair kids won't get rained out
Paved parking and shuttle buses are available through the weekend. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
LOS ANGELES LAKERS Bryant awaits decision by district attorney's office
Merits of the sexual assault case are under review; no charges have been filed. EAGLE, Colo. (AP)
YOUNGSTOWN Police capture assault suspect
The fugitive was arrested on the city's East Side. YOUNGSTOWN -- Members of the Violent Crimes
Shortage of nurses causes more men to join profession
Only 5.4 percent of nurses are males, but the number is growing. CLEVELAND (AP) -- With the
AT A GLANCE Tour de France
SEDAN, France -- A look at Monday's second stage of the Tour de France. Stage: La Ferte-sous-
YOUNGSTOWN Final audit of county's payment of utility bills expected this month
A draft audit is finished. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- An audit
Wedding planned by Lea Pilolli, James Farina II
XAnnounced by Patrick and Linda Pilolli of Columbiana and James and Mary Farina of North Lima are
SOCIAL SECURITY Q & amp;A
Q. My friend recently moved here from France. He knows some English, but he'd understand complex
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Clerk of courts office recovers from rain leak
The leakage highlights a continuing problem with the courthouse roof, a commissioner said. By
BOARDMAN Sky Insurance plans to expand since taking over local agency
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO BOARDMAN -- A local insurance agency plans to expand now that it
Franklin's pitching is strong
Pittsburgh's four-game winning streak was snapped by Milwaukee. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Wayne Franklin
CHICAGO Cubs' manager doesn't back off from controversial statements
The manager told players that blacks and Latinos are better suited for the heat. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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WARREN Growth list picks First Place Financial
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO WARREN -- The parent company of First Place Bank has been named