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Postal Service assesses future
A commission seeks to match the Postal Service with changing times. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Some small-
"Have racquet, will travel" is motto of area players.
"Have racquet, will travel" is motto of area players. Area all-league selections are listed.
Garko blasts onto scene
NILES -- It shouldn't come as a surprise that Ryan Garko homered in his first professional at-bat.
Complaining in the military: It comes with the territory
Opinion: Complaining in the military: It comes with the territory EDITOR: According to a recent letter in
Clarett report dogs Buckeyes
Clarett report dogs Buckeyes (ARCHIVE PHOTOS) By Dick Weiss New York Daily News (KRT) It
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Ice cream social will melt years away, and you'll be at Idora
"If Idora meant the smells of food, the numerous choices for entertainment, the people on a Sunday
WTO rejects U.S. attempt to protect itself in trade war
Opinion: Perhaps the United States was imagining that 35 of its domestic steel companies were forced into
NATIONAL LEAGUE Wagner wastes Pirates
The Houston Astros' closer was clocked at 101 mph in gaining his 25th save. HOUSTON (AP) -- Billy
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS Today -- at Vermont, 5:05 p.m. Monday -- at Vermont, 7:05 p.m.
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland:
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN July 7 Vandalism: To a vehicle at
Mini ATV is vehicle for students' creativity
The project is an extracurricular, noncredit, hands-on activity. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
A LOOK BACK The good and bad, the wild and wacky of baseball's first half
Florida Marlins pitcher Dontrelle Willis has impressed. CHICAGO (AP) -- Bobby Cox was breezing out
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.25 2.27 Bank One,.84,39.0039.04 Clear Channel,
Stonestreet soars to Air Force Academy
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Supreme Court suspends attorney
Bowman objected to the suspension, which could be reduced to six months. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
SCRAPPERS Kubiak: This isn't college anymore
The manager used strong words to motivate his players. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS
HUBBARD Motorcycle crash kills volunteer firefighter
The firefighter was headed to a campground to set up for the department's picnic. By SHERRI L.
Women's health at stake
Opinion: Detroit Free Press: Congress should pass two measures to make it harder for President Bush to
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth James and Jennifer Viano, 8925 Youngstown-Salem Road, Canfield, girl, July
ECONOMY Dismal selling season makes shoppers smile
Merchants have been forced to discount warm-weather goods . KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS AKRON --
Boy suspected in rock-throwing episode
HILLSVILLE, Pa. -- A 16-year-old boy is suspected of throwing rocks at cars on Pa. Route 551 in
TOUR DE FRANCE Climb takes toll on Armstrong's legs
The American didn't win the stage, but he did assume the overall lead. L'ALPE D'HUEZ, France (AP)
LPGA Veteran Daniel returns to top
Beth Daniel became the oldest winner in tour history. VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -- Beth
SUN MICROSYSTEMS Company has edge over Microsoft as Java goes mobile
Sun tries to keep lead against Microsoft in software for mobile devices. NEW YORK (AP) -- The
HUBBARD EXPRESSWAY End of the road? ODOT pulls out of project
Development of the East Side and Hubbard Township was a project goal. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
IDAHO Boise Cascade shifts focus with bid for OfficeMax
The company has been hurt by its timber operations. BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- Boise Cascade Corp.'s
YOUNGSTOWN Group sees post as last chance to save Italian heritage
A goal is to unite Italian-Americans in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. By JoANNE VIVIANO
Woods shoots 73; Norman at 69
Hennie Otto of South Africa was the early leader, with a 68. SANDWICH, England (AP) -- Tiger Woods
PENNSYLVANIA Bitten rattlesnake hunter faces long road to recovery
About 800 people are bitten by rattlers each year in the United States. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
HELOISE Beware of financial offers on the Internet
Dear Readers: The National Consumers League's Internet fraud watch says don't be fooled by some
FARRELL Police ID severely beaten man as being from Youngstown
FARRELL, Pa. -- Police said a man found severely beaten in an alley off the 600 block of Federal
GETTING READY: Ralph Ochoa and his son, Chris, board up windows at a business on the marina in
GETTING READY: Ralph Ochoa and his son, Chris, board up windows at a business on the marina in
NORTHEAST OHIO Blood shortage is worst in 15 years, Red Cross says
The Red Cross was unable to supply 151 pints of blood sought by hospitals. The American Red Cross
Perry wins again
Perry wins again Kenny Perry felt great about his chances of winning the Greater Milwaukee Open
Twice in one week, police cite felon out on probation for DUS
Prison boot camp cut time off the defendant's sentence. & lt;a href=mailto:meade@vindy.com
MERCER COUNTY Repairs to I-79 likely to cause traffic delays, PennDOT warns
MERCER, Pa. -- Motorists are advised that there will be traffic lane restrictions on three sections
AROUND THE HORN Sunday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 1, Orioles 0 OAKLAND, Calif. -- Mark Ellis scored on a grounder back
Beekeepers group invites public to get close to a hive
NEW WATERFORD -- People who want to get up close and personal with a hive full of bees will have
AROUND THE REGION
Official to face DUI charge NILES -- The city's service director is set to appear in court this
Astro Falcons roll behind Turocy's big offensive day
He went 5-for-5 with a triple, two RBIs and three runs scored in a 17-4 win. By BILL SULLIVAN
PENNSYLVANIA Wheatland Tube, steel workers fail to reach a deal on contract
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO WHEATLAND, Pa. -- Negotiators for Wheatland Tube Co. and striking
Forever cool
Forever cool Knight Ridder This summer, as the sweat trickles down your temples, your shirt
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, 10 a.m. to noon
Mayor to review conduct of police
It may be a few days before the mayor decides if officers should face discipline. & lt;a
NASCAR Gas math sends Newman to head of the class
His victory at Chicagoland matched Kurt Busch for the most wins in 2003. JOLIET, Ill. (AP) -- Ryan
SENIOR PGA Stadler spoils Watson's chances
Craig Stadler took advantage of an accurate putter. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) -- Tom Watson will have
Austintown trustees issue order on grass
AUSTINTOWN -- Township trustees did the following at their meeting Monday: UApproved street
REGION
REGION Home Savings and Loan converts its charter YOUNGSTOWN -- Home Savings and Loan Co. has
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David G. Wartenberg, 48, of 6405 W. Irma Lane, Glendale,
MAURICE CLARETT OSU probes academic boost
The New York Times says the running back was given special treatment. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State
SAN FRANCISCO Yahoo! bolsters itself by acquiring service
Companies continue to jockey over who controls Internet searching. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Yahoo!
Group pinpoints end of recession
Bush's father endured a similar but shorter jobless recovery. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The 2001
Scottish Open won by Els with 267
LUSS, Scotland (AP) -- Ernie Els won the Scottish Open by five strokes after shooting a 2-under 69
CLASS B Lamport's two-hitter saves Rondinelli Tuxedo
The best-of-5 championship series will be decided tonight. By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR
WEST MIFFLIN, PA. Enthusiasts honor Kennywood, wooden coaster
The Thunderbolt is in the Top 5 list for best wooden coasters in the country. WEST MIFFLIN, Pa.
YOUNGSTOWN Nursing-home workers worry about 401(k) plan
The nursing home says workers will receive retirement money despite a delay. THE VINDICATOR By
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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CART Molson Indy victory in Toronto is Tracy's sweetest of career
The Canadian led every lap to easily beat Michel Jourdain Jr. TORONTO (AP) -- There was only one
CANFIELD TWP. Road paving funding talk will trail bids
A meeting will be held to discuss septic problems on Messerly Road. CANFIELD -- Township trustees
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune LINEUP: A real diamond is shown, left, along with simulations made of
Little-known Otto is early leader
Tiger Woods put himself in a hole with a triple-bogey on the first hole. SANDWICH, England (AP) --
Today is Tuesday, July 15, the 196th day of 2003. There are 169 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, July 15, the 196th day of 2003. There are 169 days left in the year. On this date
REUNIONS
XBoardman High School Class of 1943 will hold a 60th-year reunion at 6 p.m. Aug. 30 at A La Cart
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Great Pride (G.Birzer)4.002.802.60 Breedy Mickey
Intersection closed
Intersection closed CANFIELD -- U.S. Route 62 at Raccoon Road in Canfield Township is closed
RABBITS
RABBITS Karen Ackerman, 1st, New Zeland, Intermediate Doe, Junior Buck and Junior Doe; 1st, Fur
GEMS Moissanite is a girl's new best friend
The faux diamonds are nearly as hard as the real thing. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS COLORADO
Putting on the All-Star 'brake'
The Tribe, 41-53, went into the break after a disappointing loss to the White Sox. CLEVELAND (AP)
Let's change the way we think about our pets
Opinion: Let's change the way we think about our pets EDITOR: The Vindicator is to be commended for its
INTERLEUKIN-6 Study links stress, disease, death
Regular exercise is very important in stress reduction, studies indicate. By JANE E. ALLEN LOS
Associated Press
Associated Press BACK TO NORMAL: Martin Norfleet, 15, helps empty sandbags after floodwaters
MOISSANITE Some hard facts
It's made of silicon carbide, a mineral, in a laboratory. It has more brilliance, more fire, more
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball
Tri-T Colt (ages 15-17) East Liverpool YMCA 4, Columbiana 3 -- Josh Weese pitched 6 2/3 innings
Man faces charges in sex case in Arkansas
The Boardman man thought he was meeting an 11-year-old, police said. & lt;a
ALL-STAR GAME Television is motive for change
Baseball fans have been inundated with "This Time It Counts" slogans. By BILL SHAIKIN LOS
FUTURES GAME Erie's Larrison attracts a crowd
Cleveland's Grady Sizemore was selected MVP. CHICAGO (AP) -- Even before he got the win, Preston
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO
WEDNESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 3-3-1 Pick 4, 6-2-5-2 Buckeye 5, 3-12-17-27-
HARRISBURG 3 state positions open; competition gets fierce
Could the next attorney general be Matthew Mangino of Lawrence County? HARRISBURG (AP) -- Next
REVIEW Tale of unrequited love lacks fluidity
The college professor says to beware of that first embrace. By DONNA LIQUORI ASSOCIATED PRESS
Work at Routes 46 and 82
Work at Routes 46 and 82 HOWLAND -- There will be various lane restrictions near the intersection
"I helped deliver thousands of Iraqi babies, and now I am taking part in the birth of a new country
Opinion: "I helped deliver thousands of Iraqi babies, and now I am taking part in the birth of a new country
CANFIELD Fair officials say they're prepared with parking plans for rainy days
Officials hope any rain during fair week will drain away. CANFIELD -- Knee-deep mud and cars
NEW MIDDLETOWN Housing development gets grant OK
The village will install a waterline on Calla Road. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT A crusade for youths age 13 and up will be from 5:30 p.m. to dark Friday at
Campbell schools
Campbell schools CAMPBELL -- The board of education has named Robert Martinko as Memorial High
AL'S BIG DAY: Al Rosen was on a fishing trip in Idaho's Snake River recently when the former Indians
AL'S BIG DAY: Al Rosen was on a fishing trip in Idaho's Snake River recently when the former Indians
Ticking turtle
Ticking turtle SALEM -- Call it the case of the ticking turtle. Police were contacted about 2:43
MAHONING COUNTY Officials plan to lease space to store agency's records
Records will be stored at a former bowling alley location. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF
U.S. expects new peril on Baath date
The central command chief said troops face 'a guerrilla-type war situation.' BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Taped voice blasts U.S. occupation
Those familiar with Saddam's voice believe it's him. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A purported recording
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Too many don't believe men can be abused
Dear Annie: You have addressed the issue of abused men in your column, and I hope you will do it