News for July 20, 2003 | Vindy Archives

Mrs. T's rewriting of history is pathetic

Opinion: If Tish Traficant persists in her ridiculous quest to whitewash her husband's record of political

INDIANS Sabathia can't hold lead against Yanks

New York handed the Tribe their fourth straight loss. NEW YORK (AP) -- Derek Jeter dashed around

WARREN Events to open theater on Aug. 1

Who will operate the facility hasn't been determined. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

COLUMBIANA City council will vote on loan for sewers

City officials will sign contracts after the council approves funding. By NANCY TULLIS

ANGELA DELVECCHIO PAUL LUCAS

ANGELA DELVECCHIO PAUL LUCAS XCANFIELD -- Paul Lucas of Streetsboro and his bride, the former

YO-MAH-O Students awarded scholarships, convention highlights reviewed

Seventeen members represented the local chapter at an annual division meeting. YOUNGSTOWN -- The

Sex-health companies become NFL sponsors

NEW YORK (AP) -- Two companies backing an experimental impotence drug will become NFL sponsors, the

GINA DEBARTOLO ADAM VIZI

GINA DEBARTOLO ADAM VIZI XPOLAND -- Married June 21 during a 2 p.m. ceremony at Poland United

Jail officials to add phones for inmates

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County Jail officials say they expect to see additional revenue by

Scrappers lose

Scrappers lose The Mahoning Valley Scrappers fell to Batavia 5-3 Wednesday night, for their fourth

Woods shoots 73; Norman at 69

Hennie Otto of South Africa was the early leader, with a 68. SANDWICH, England (AP) -- Tiger Woods

Food sales scheduled

Food sales scheduled Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will

Schedules needed

Schedules needed The Vindicator sports department needs fall schedules from the following schools:

Miss Johnston, Mr. Treharne set wedding date

XSTRUTHERS -- Jacqueline Johnston and Chad Treharne, both of Struthers, are announcing their

LOTTERY RESULTS

SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 3-4-3 Pick 4, 1-7-4-2 Buckeye 5, 3-11-24-34-37

WASHINGTON Bill would let retirees wait longer to draw money

The bill would expand a tax credit on retirement contributions. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Retirees are

BECKY SHER | Hype Need help keeping keyboard clean?

Betcha can't identify that gunk that's stuck between the "E" and "R" keys on your computer keyboard.

Need some fresh ideas? Bounce can help out

Need some fresh ideas? Bounce can help out A lack of freshness can ruin your vacation, according

HARRISBURG Slot machine bill needs reforming

Two senators are changing their votes because the bill is being expanded. HARRISBURG (AP) -- While

The novel has intentional parallels to real-life people and events.

The novel has intentional parallels to real-life people and events. By PAUL MOORE BALTIMORE SUN

Volunteers pitch in to refurbish rooms at Jackson-Milton High School

NORTH JACKSON -- Seventeen rooms in Jackson-Milton High School are getting a face-lift, rooms that

YOUNGSTOWN Mental health levy to change

The mental health replacement levy would raise $3.2 million annually. By DAVID SKOLNICK

AUTO INDUSTRY Ford plans 10% cut of salaried jobs

Ford workers learned of the cost-cutting plan in an e-mail from the CEO. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) --

WWII buffs can get a piece of heaven

This isn't your average museum. BY REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C.

Would you buy a used car from this Web site? Many do

More people are willing to buy cars on the Internet. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Four years ago, Ken

YOUNGSTOWN School board awards contract

Four groundbreakings are set for September. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

CHICAGO Publishers seek readership with little-seen youth tabloids

New paper boosts profits, but young adult readers are slow to buy it. NEWSDAY The newspaper

MAHONING COUNTY Engler: Choose company on merits

The commissioners will vote on the contract proposal next week. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

Jill M. Culcasi, Mr. Sesplankis to be married

XPOLAND -- James D. and Patricia Culcasi, 8141 Burgess Lake Drive, are announcing the coming

Motorcyclist dies

Motorcyclist dies CORTLAND -- City police are investigating a motorcycle crash that killed a 27-

Anna Baltputnis: Youngstown State University, Scholars Award, $68,000. Drew Barker: West Liberty

SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION Minigrants

The Healthy Valley Alliance awarded 10 minigrants to schools for substance abuse prevention. Besides

Pearce-Darak engagement is announced

XHOWLAND -- John and Barbara Pearce of Howland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,

Reynolds to stay in consortium until end of year

TRANSFER, Pa. -- The Reynolds School Board has agreed to remain a part of the Western Pennsylvania

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox His wife doesn't know about his cross-dressing

Dear Annie: I am a 33-year-old man and have been happily married for two years. My wife and I have a

STRUTHERS Center leases former school

Residents can voice their concerns or questions at a public meeting. By JOHN SKENDALL VINDICATOR

CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT

CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT ROUND ONE SCORES Rondinelli Tuxedo 7, Tri-City Baseball 2 JL

HARRISBURG How will federal proposals affect state prescription programs?

Sen. Santorum opposed the Senate plan, and Sen. Specter voted for it. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A complex

Official rules blaze accidental

A portable outdoor arena is expected to be in operation by the weekend. By HAROLD GWIN

VALLEY SURVEY Insurance expenses sicken physicians

Some doctors are contemplating early retirement or leaving Ohio. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR

Farrell man drowns in Conneaut Lake

CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. -- A Farrell man drowned in Conneaut Lake despite efforts of his friends and

NOTABLE SHIPS: The USS Laffey DD-724, left, is moored at Patriots Point. This famous World War II

Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:

Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD July 14 Vandalism: Someone

INDICTMENTS

INDICTMENTS Mahoning County A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday:

YOUNGSTOWN GRIP officers seize gun and make other arrests

Others were arrested on charges including drug trafficking and driving under suspension.

Some houseplants will thrive outside

By REBECCA COUDRET SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE This is a good time to pay some attention to your

HANOVERTON Engineers plan $1.7 million project to stop Knox School Road flooding

A permit is needed because the project will affect a sensitive environment. By NORMAN LEIGH

MAHONING SHERIFF Captain files grievance over duties

The captain says he received a stripped-out cruiser to use. By PATRICIA MEADE and DAVID

Decision on expressway must come from the top

Opinion: Though the bureaucrats in the Ohio Department of Transportation's Region 4 office appear to have

Summer wedding for Miss Schuler, Mr. Spurgeon

XSABINA -- Rachell Marie Schuler, 67 Hunt Drive, formerly of Struthers, and Joshua Clay Spurgeon, a

Stefanie Hudson, Jason Hipkins to wed in November

XAnnouncing their engagement are Stefanie M. Hudson of Fowler and Jason R. Hipkins of Olmsted Falls.

JOANNA CIOTOLA STEWART WHITE

JOANNA CIOTOLA STEWART WHITE XYOUNGSTOWN -- Married at 3 p.m. July 19 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Tournament's meaning is special for Justin Rose

The 22-year-old British golfer is ready to reach his full potential. SANDWICH, England (AP) --

Eagle has Woods in gear

Thomas Bjorn has a one-stroke lead and Tiger is two back. SANDWICH, England (AP) -- The shot was

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth William Lloyd and Anna Stackhouse, 156 Forest Hill Road, Youngstown, boy,

VINDICATOR ALL-STARS Stonestreet soars to Air Force Academy

By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF MCDONALD -- Just when Kevin Stonestreet thought his

ANDREA MCQUAIN AARON BJORK

ANDREA MCQUAIN AARON BJORK XBERLIN CENTER -- Living in New Brighton, Pa., after a wedding trip to

Update room for next to nothing

Q. When on a small budget, what's the first place to address when changing the look of a room? --

Rhiel-Bella engagement is announced

XThe engagement of Jamie Rae Rhiel, 8126 Deerpath Drive, Boardman, and Eric Dennis Bella, 3335 Easy

CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT 'Sterling' effort leads Line Drive into regional

By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF STRUTHERS -- During the regular season, pitcher Brian

AUSTINTOWN School board prepares for levy

The board cut about $1.5 million to avoid a deficit this year. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF

Reception held to honor Luscres on anniversary

XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Natale Luscre of New Middletown were honored July 13 during a

Surprise party held in Girard for the DeMaiolos

XAUSTINTOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Dominic DeMaiolo, 5124 Norquest Blvd.,

GAIL WHITE Adults meet the challenge of an overnight Webelos camp

We had no idea what we had gotten ourselves into. When our Cub Scout troop leader handed me a

BASEBALL TRADES N.Y. Mets' Armando Benitez headed across town to rivals

The reliever, unpopular with New York Mets fans, is now a Yankee. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --

MELISSA CARSONE DANIEL NAGY

MELISSA CARSONE DANIEL NAGY XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Melissa Carsone, a daughter of Mary Louise Carsone,

The 18th annual Greater Youngstown Italian Fest is under way at the Canfield Fairgrounds. Opening

Shields jubilee is celebrated at family dinner

XAUSTINTOWN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Don Shields of Austintown was celebrated

a rockin' experience

By GEMMA TARLACH MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL No video or cameras. No moshing. No acting like

Paint company sells packets for testing

Paint company sells packets for testing Portland, Ore.-based artist and color consultant Gretchen

JACQUELINE VEAUTHIER R. JASON SCHARFF

JACQUELINE VEAUTHIER R. JASON SCHARFF XSTRUTHERS -- St. Nicholas Church was the setting at 4 p.m.

Summer wedding has been planned by Danielle Hartzell, Robert Gibson

XSTRUTHERS -- Danielle Hartzell and Robert Gibson, both of 312 Poland Ave., are announcing their

SOUTHINGTON TWP. Trustees try again to obtain waterlines

Consumers Water is reviewing the project. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Italian Fest events: painting a scene, crowning a queen

The 18th annual Greater Youngstown Italian Fest is under way at the Canfield Fairgrounds. Opening

NILES Grand jury to hear case of intimidation charge

The boy said he was walking home from Edison Junior High School when confronted. By SHERRI L.

CLUB CALENDAR

ATHLETIC CLUBS XMcDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens room at the

POLAND WOODS Forest board sets new parking restrictions

The parking restrictions went into effect immediately. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF

NBA FREE AGENCY Clippers on verge of losing top players

The Miami Heat are aggressively pursuing Elton Brand. ASSOCIATED PRESS Los Angeles Clippers

PENNSYLVANIA PREPS Basketball player seeks medical redshirt

His senior season was wrecked by a major knee injury. ASSOCIATED PRESS Canon-McMillan High

HIGH FIVE The week's biggest hits

TELEVISION 1. "For Love or Money," NBC. 2. "Law & amp; Order," NBC. 3. "CSI: Crime Scene

SHARON Business manager is told to get bids

Delaying the process could result in less savings, the district's business manager warned. By

AWARD Mothers of Twins names scholarship recipient

Ginger Kubala has been active with the club for over 34 years. YOUNGSTOWN -- Ginger Leone Kubala

WARREN Probe: Cops strip-search against the law

The chief declined to discipline two officers who took part in a body cavity search of a man

WNBA ROUNDUP Wednesday's games

Shock 70, Fever 68 INDIANAPOLIS -- Deanna Nolan decided she didn't want to be embarrassed twice by

MOSQUITO CREEK Group wants strict testing before projects

The Mosquito Creek's wetlands and wildlife are not far from the Eastwood Mall and state Route 46

NFL Hope springs eternal again

Training camps open this week with everyone still in contention. ASSOCIATED PRESS When Bill

HELOISE Snack chips will keep long in the freezer

Dear Heloise: Potato chips, corn chips, tortilla chips and various other snack chips can be kept

MARK MALASKA Promotion of lifetime: Cardinal Mooney grad called up by Devil Rays

The reliever had been pitching at Triple-A Durham. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

Results of Garcia's makeover will play out over coming days

Will this be the week the Spaniard finally breaks through? SANDWICH, England (AP) -- The waggle is

Family holds dinner party to honor Mr. and Mrs. Kearns on anniversary

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kearns, 3358 Quentin Drive, were honored by family and friends as

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

REGION

REGION Ohio's jobless rate rises to 6.3 percent Ohio's unemployment rate was 6.3 percent in

VINDICATOR ALL-STARS Area athletes bound by state prominence

KEVIN STONESTREET School/grade: McDonald, senior. Statistics/accomplishments: State champion in

MAHONING COUNTY SCHOOLS Many districts in area receive anti-drug grants

An objective is to reduce the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs among youths under 18. By

WALL STREET Microsoft, lower stock prices entice buyers

The Dow gain wiped out the 126.33-point loss from the previous three sessions. NEW YORK (AP) --

TOUR DE FRANCE Armstrong's challenge is time trial in Pyrenees

Unlike the last four Tours, there's a glimmer of hope for rivals. NARBONNE, France (AP) -- Twenty-

WARREN Mayor to review conduct of police

It may be a few days before the mayor decides if officers should face discipline. By PEGGY

The Vindicator/Rebecca Sloan

The Vindicator/Rebecca Sloan LIFE'S A BEACH: Secluded and natural, the beach at Hunting Island

PENNSYLVANIA Group vows fight over pledge ruling

More than two dozen states let students opt out if they are respectful. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --

CONCERT SAFETY Mishap in mosh pits

Crowd management company sets safety standards for moshing at concerts. By RYANNE SCOTT KNIGHT

Rotary Club of Youngstown holds installation ceremony

YOUNGSTOWN -- Highlighting the July 2 meeting of the Rotary Club of Youngstown was a ceremony at

COLUMBUS Bill calls for college government course

A YSU professor said a college education encourages voting. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

CHRISTINA CARUSO WILLIAM SIMONTON III

CHRISTINA CARUSO WILLIAM SIMONTON III XAUSTINTOWN -- St. Joseph Church was the setting at 2 p.m.

CANFIELD Sunfest offers Ohio families sand castles, entertainment

The local event attracts 3,500 participants and spectators. BY MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF

JESSICA HAROLD RYAN WESTER

JESSICA HAROLD RYAN WESTER XBOARDMAN -- Jessica Ann Harold, 1282 Tobey Drive, Gahanna, and Ryan

BEST SELLERS Top rankings

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "The Da Vinci Code'" byDan Brown (Doubleday, $24.95) 2. "The Lake House" by

NASCAR Frustrating season results in changes for Haas CNC Racing

John Andretti will be the team's driver for at least the next two races. ASSOCIATED PRESS

CITY SERIES

CITY SERIES Dennis Brown, Chaney Clarence Howell, Chaney Cameron Widget, Chaney Marcel

ALL-LEAGUE SELECTIONS | High school softball

YOUNGSTOWN CITY SERIES First team Renee Palowitz, Chaney, outfielder, senior Angela Armstrong,

Parents announce Gabriel-Nicolli wedding date

XPlans for the upcoming marriage of Christen Alexis Gabriel and Ronald Russell Nicolli Jr., both of

Collection of aprons has strong ties to the past

Aprons represent an era that ended when microwaves were introduced. SCRIPPS HOWARD SALT LAKE

CLEVELAND New conservatory houses pair of model ecosystems

The exhibits include some 500 species of plants and 50 species of animals. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The

HARRISBURG The future Presque Isle Downs gets license, but questions linger

A push to legalize slot machines makes racing licenses more valuable. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Once

Caution overrides etiquette

By RYANNE SCOTT KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Mike Hill doesn't want to see you at a concert this

COLUMBUS Proposed bill affects college course work

The sponsor says he hopes to spur election participation. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE NASCAR Winston Cup The 2003 NASCAR Winston Cup schedule and standings, with winners in

FARRELL Authority OKs sales of property

Farrell City Park will be getting another medical facility. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON

CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT 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

Little-known Otto is early leader

Tiger Woods put himself in a hole with a triple-bogey on the first hole. SANDWICH, England (AP) --

TRUMBULL COUNTY Committee recommends 0.5% sales tax increase

The committee says the work force should be reduced. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

COLUMBUS -- The weekly fishing report provided by the Division of Wildlife of the Ohio Department of

SPRINGFIELD LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL

Lacie Barnes: Youngstown State University, Penguin Scholarship, $4,000; Shriner's Scholarship,

Nekoe Braswell, Eric Fisher plan autumn wedding

XAUSTINTOWN -- Announcing their engagement are Nekoe Braswell and Eric Fisher, both of 4101 New

GENERAL MOTORS 2nd-quarter profits decline 30 percent

Nearly all of GM's profits came from its financing arm. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS DETROIT --

PUPILS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

PUPILS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Chosen for conference CANFIELD -- Patrick Burgan, a Canfield High School

Tractor-trailer accident on I-80 kills driver

MERCER, Pa. -- A fatal tractor-trailer accident in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 in Mercer

NEW CASTLE SCHOOLS Board docks pay of superintendent

Some residents called for the superintendent's resignation. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW

Perry mourns death of relative

Golf's hottest player mulled the idea of going home. SANDWICH, England (AP) -- Kenny Perry stood

BASEBALL Minors mark first half with own all-star games

The Triple-A game was filled with offensive highlights. ASSOCIATED PRESS MEMPHIS, Tenn. --

ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events

NASCAR WINSTON CUP New England 300 Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 3 p.m.); Sunday,

ELIZABETH MCBRIDE DAVID PICKENS JR.

ELIZABETH MCBRIDE DAVID PICKENS JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- The wedding of Elizabeth Kathryn McBride and

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION | Honorees

The Anthony LaRiccia family Richard and Eugenia Atkinson Atty. William Ronald and Lynnette

Inside

Inside * All of the Youngstown Class B League teams won their Connie Mack Tournament openers. *

Mahoning Valley Historical Society elects trustees during annual meeting

YOUNGSTOWN -- The grounds at the Arms Family Museum of Local History on Wick Avenue provided the

OHIO AMATEUR Par is foreign to most players on Aurora course

Sloped greens have kept the scores up. AURORA (AP) -- David Allan has "scraped it" around at the

Associated Press

Associated Press MARKETING: Rudy Rios photographs a Ford truck in Arlington, Texas. Magic Auto

MIDWEST SBC seeks approval to expand services

SBC wants to offer $50 unlimited calling packages. CHICAGO TRIBUNE Wounded by a stampede of

SOUTH RANGE HIGH SCHOOL

Amy Algeo: Mount Union College, $12,000. Amber Burkey: GE Scholarship, $2,500; Malone College,

WINSTON CUP Rookie class lacks same thrills of the past

Greg Biffle provided a spark with a long-awaited victory. THE SPORTING NEWS Two hours after Greg

YOUNGSTOWN CIVIC CENTER Meshel: Form new group for arena project

Get the experts to the table and untie their hands, Meshel has urged. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)227.759-- Scrappers (Indians)1514.5177 Batavia

Catch glimpse of life for Marines

The museum at Parris Island looks at U.S. wars throughout this century. By REBECCA SLOAN

APPLE A new and improved iPod music player? Sounds good

The scroll wheel for making selections and choosing songs is gone. ASSOCIATED PRESS True to

Miss Clark to wed Mr. Stankovich in September rite

XCOLUMBUS -- The engagement of Samantha L. Clark and Scott A. Stankovich, both of 9205 Colonial

WEST COAST Pesticide ban to protect salmon

The banned pesticides are used for forests and suburban lawns. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- The federal

But will they eat it?

Opinion: Chicago Tribune: In New York City starting this fall, missing from public school vending machines

Parents announce Kaneski-Assion wedding plans

XJill Kaneski of Boardman, James Kaneski of Canfield, and Tom and Mary Assion of Youngstown are

SEATTLE Microsoft hangs on to cash despite pleas

The company says it has legal issues to clear before it can boost dividends. SEATTLE (AP) --

Beef-eating contest

Beef-eating contest The Howland Quarterback Club sponsors the annual beef-eating contest for

Today is Friday, July 18, the 199th day of 2003. There are 166 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Friday, July 18, the 199th day of 2003. There are 166 days left in the year. On this date

CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight

HARVARD UNIVERSITY, Boston Lisa Puskarcik of Youngstown was one of 80 students selected to

Storms finally arrive: After baking under a sweltering sun the previous two days, Royal St. George's

MOUNTAINEER RACE TRACK &amp; amp; GAMING RESORT From small change comes big changes Taking a gamble with slot machines has paid off well for W.Va. destination

Mountaineer plans to add an upscale golf course, boutiques and homes. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

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