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AUSTINTOWN County seeks money for project

The developer is expected to construct a $1 million building in the park. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


YOUNGSTOWN New hotel, motel council to discuss bed-tax plan

The council will also talk to county commissioners about other related issues. By BOB JACKSON


Associated Press

Associated Press CRYING OUT: Shiite Muslims shout anti-American slogans during a protest against


AMERICAN LEAGUE Yanks complete sweep of Tribe

The Indians haven't won at Yankee Stadium in more than two years. NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York


COMMUNICATIONS Phone giants partner with cable television

SBC will begin offering satellite TV to customers early next year. DALLAS (AP) -- In hopes of


BIRTHS

BIRTHS Forum Health Northside Larrin and Robin Haberger, 68 N. Brockway Ave., Youngstown, girl,


AROUND THE HORN | Sunday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 7, Mariners 5, 10 innings KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Carlos Beltran hit a two-


Bikes stolen in Salem

Bikes stolen in Salem SALEM -- Police received a report that two bicycles were stolen in the past


SALEM District to take 1.3 mills off taxes

The new treasurer discovered the oversight while reviewing district finances. By NORMAN LEIGH


The Trumbull County 911 Center was flooded.

The Trumbull County 911 Center was flooded. By HAROLD GWIN and PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


Ohio's weak argument for dropping expressway

Opinion: Ohio's weak argument for dropping expressway EDITOR: The state of Ohio claims that it is


REGION

REGION Pincham elected president of retirement community YOUNGSTOWN -- The board of directors of


Scrappers drop eighth straight to Jammers 8-7

JAMESTOWN, N.Y. -- For the third straight game, the Jamestown Jammers rallied for a win against the


INDIANS Former pitcher Charles Nagy is hired as special assistant to GM

He will spend time evaluating talent in the minor leagues. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Former Indians


DANCE SESSION: Renee Rogers of Boardman, a senior at Youngstown State University majoring in

DANCE SESSION: Renee Rogers of Boardman, a senior at Youngstown State University majoring in


CONNIE MACK BASEBALL Canfield sluggers lead Astro Falcons past Line Drive

Pitcher John Hay went the distance to get the victory. By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF


AGENDA

AGENDA WEDNESDAY Coitsville Township Zoning Board, 7 p.m., administration building, 3737


Sprint offers Wi-Fi for Internet access

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) -- Sprint Corp. plans to offer high-speed wireless Internet access for


CINCINNATI Pirates' manager says team is bracing

Lloyd McClendon stressed his team will not be devastated by recent trades. CINCINNATI (AP) -- When


Faulty receptacle causes Sharon house fire

SHARON, Pa. -- A faulty electrical receptacle under a couch caused a fire that injured a Curtis


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY When words collide, it's just for the pun of it

"I was worried about my receding hairline so I made a deal with the devil," said Gary Hallock of


HELOISE There are many ways to support families of military personnel

Dear Heloise: This is a request to citizens in communities across the nation to support the families


Parents announce Madeline-Sokol engagement

XHUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Madeline, 349 Moore St., are announcing the engagement of their


INTERNET Music-download site seeks PC market

The new site offers music downloads for 70 cents each. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A new Internet music


OHIO

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-8-2 Pick 4, 1-0-5-2 Buckeye 5, 3-5-6-24-35 Super Lotto


Christie Welton, Robert Haynie to wed Sept. 6

XELLSWORTH -- Rick and Teresa Welton of Palmyra Road are announcing the engagement of their


The 33rd annual Jefferson Township Fair in Mercer County opens at 5 p.m. daily Tuesday through

The 33rd annual Jefferson Township Fair in Mercer County opens at 5 p.m. daily Tuesday through


Home burglarized while owner cuts grass

SHARON, Pa. -- Police said a Stambaugh Avenue woman working in her yard was the victim of a burglar.


IRAQ Attacks kill 3 U.S. soldiers

The U.S. defense secretary said he'll release photos of the Hussein brothers' bodies. BAGHDAD,


CAR SHOW

CAR SHOW Where money goes Proceeds from the annual Thunder in the Park car show in Woodland Park


Proffering tribute to old-tyme language

Quite a war at the Jake a fortnight prior. The young twirler Billy Traber, a starboarder known for


Pittsburgh man pleads guilty in bank robberies

Pittsburgh man pleads guilty in bank robberies PITTSBURGH -- A Pittsburgh man has pleaded guilty


Stadler shoots 9-under 63 to win B.C. Open

Stadler shoots 9-under 63 to win B.C. Open Eds: PMs. AP Photos XAB101-108 By JOHN KEKIS AP


Harvey-Harden engagement is revealed

XAnnouncing plans for their forthcoming wedding are LaKeisha Harvey, 360 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown,


LPGA BIG APPLE CLASSIC After two seasons of near-misses, Han finally claims first career win

The former rookie of the year lost in a playoff at last year's event. NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (AP) --


Fewer babies

Fewer babies America's birth rate fell to a record low last year as both teenagers and women in


Midcourse correction needed

Opinion: Dallas Morning News: The most fitting legacy from the Columbia shuttle disaster would be an end to


Armstrong has 18-second lead in Tour de France

Armstrong has 18-second lead in Tour de France Eds: PMs. AP Photos By JOHN LEICESTER


AUSTINTOWN SCHOOL BOARD At Monday's meeting

Approved the first resolutions needed to place a five-year, 5.9-mill levy and a 27-year, 2.9-mill


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason E. Bishop, 24, of 4230 Helena Ave., Boardman, and Erin


YOUNGSTOWN SCHOOLS State OKs payment for building project

The amount awarded is for the rest of the current two-year state budget. By JEFF ORTEGA


Bucs deal Williams again, this time to Philadelphia

Pittsburgh got pitching prospect Frank Brooks in the deal. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- All-Star reliever


Rain, wind blast Valleys

The Trumbull County 911 Center was flooded. By HAROLD GWIN and PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


TOP 10

TOP 10 Hit the road, Jack "Ten perfect summer road trips," from Outside magazine's July issue:


LISBON Trooper to challenge DUI evidence

LISBON -- An Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper charged earlier this summer with driving under the


Luxaire Heating & amp; Cooling Wingless Sprint Cars (20 laps) -- 1. Jamie Smith ($1,300).

Luxaire Heating & amp; Cooling Wingless Sprint Cars (20 laps) -- 1. Jamie Smith ($1,300). 2.


WHITE SOX 10, TIGERS 1

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Heavy flooding causes detours in Weathersfield

The fire station will be open 24 hours to help motorists and residents. By MARY R. SMITH


SURPLUS FOOD

SURPLUS FOOD People's Chapel Church of God, 2145 Hillman St., Youngstown, food, 11:30 a.m.


MINORS

MINORS International League (AAA) North DivisionWLPct.GB Buffalo (Indians)5641.577--


AROUND THE WNBA Sunday's other games

Lynx 69, Storm 58 MINNEAPOLIS -- Katie Smith scored 19 points, and Sherri Sam added 16 and a


TOUR DE FRANCE Exhausted Armstrong locked in nail-biting battle

Jan Ullrich and Alexandre Vinokourov are within 20 seconds of the lead. LOUDENVIELLE-LE LOURON,


WEATHERSFIELD RTI faces 2nd-quarter profit loss

Second-quarter profits were more than two-thirds smaller than a year ago. THE VINDICATOR,


WNBA Rockers slip past Sting 59-57 in overtime win

Penny Taylor scored five of her 18 points in the extra period. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- A day after


PIRATES Despite shaky ninth, Lincoln gets 1st save

The Bucs' new closer secured the 6-3 win over Milwaukee. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Given reliever Mike


MAHONING VALLEY Company likes space flexibility of office park

The office space can be broken into modules of various sizes. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO


Scripps Howard

Scripps Howard WORKABLE: The jacket of a classic black suit takes on a new life when it is


While the member profile has changed, the group's goal has withstood the test of time.

While the member profile has changed, the group's goal has withstood the test of time. By LINDA M.


Tornado warning, more rain

Flooding at the newly remodeled McDonald High School was under control. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


Johnson gets second triumph; Gordon is upset with his finish

The winner made the right pit strategy calls in the New England 300. LOUDON, N.H. (AP) -- Jimmie


Road closings ahead

Road closings ahead NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Beard Road, between Columbiana Road and state Route 617 in


Police charge Sharon man in assault

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A Sharon man was arrested after a man was beaten with the butt of a gun outside


Luna's double helps lift Aeros past New Haven

AKRON (AP) -- Hector Luna's RBI double sparked Akron's five-run third inning as the Aeros beat the


Today is Tuesday, July 22, the 203rd day of 2003. There are 162 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, July 22, the 203rd day of 2003. There are 162 days left in the year. On this date


Valley will still have ally in the governor's office

Opinion: Gov. Bob Taft has shown time and again that his commitment to the Mahoning Valley is sincere and


"As soon as we try to settle, war comes again. We are tired."

Opinion: "As soon as we try to settle, war comes again. We are tired." Kula Gbelley Who has been fleeing


Defendant testifies in beach-killing trial

ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- A man on trial who is accused of killing his girlfriend 15 years ago testified


The good times roll at Mill Creek

The good times roll at Mill Creek Eds: PMs. cgstfjdcgtp By CHARLEY GILLESPIE Associated


CAVALIERS James struggles in summer finale, looks forward to month-long rest

LeBron shot just 2-for-14 in an 80-76 loss to Washington. BOSTON (AP) -- LeBron James struggled in


WEEKEND SPORTS TRANSACTIONS

WEEKEND SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Optioned C Geronimo


WARREN POLICE Black leaders urge those subjected to strip-searches to report them

A city councilman says he has heard for years about routine strip-searches. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


BLOOD-CLOTTING DRUG Victory on the home front

The military uses QuikClot to stop blood loss, and this fall the drug will be introduced to


Taft tours site of tornado

The governor expects to declare Mahoning and Trumbull counties disaster areas. By ROGER G. SMITH


GREENVILLE, PA. State grant to develop water-source protection

The authority is still considering selling its water system. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The Greenville


NASCAR-WINSTON CUP

NASCAR-WINSTON CUP New England 300 Results Sunday At New Hampshire International Speedway


August date is chosen by Miss Van Valien

XHUBBARD -- Announcing their engagement are Carolyn Rose Van Valien and Chaun Michael Briley, both


3-day history event at Hubbard museum

3-day history event at Hubbard museum HUBBARD -- The World War II Museum and Learning Center will


Reframing child-care debates

By MARILYN GARDNER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Ever since day care took its controversial place on


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 'Charlene's' relationship with father is unhealthy

Dear Annie: I have been married to "Charlene" for 10 years, and I'm concerned about her relationship


Tornado hits city's East Side

Damage estimates are expected to come in at more than $1 million. By D.A. WILKINSON and PETER H.


Williams welcomes trade

Williams welcomes trade Pirates closer Mike Williams welcomes being traded to Philadelphia for


FRANKLIN SPEEDWAY

FRANKLIN SPEEDWAY SATURDAY RESULTS Super sprints (20 Laps) -- 1. Ed Lynch Jr. 2. Rob George. 3.


Shareholders OK merger of tracks

Shareholders OK merger of tracks Shareholders of Scioto Downs Inc. have approved the sale of the


Search for Saddam spurred with killing of his two sons

Opinion: The two murderous sons of a murderous father were killed in a raid Tuesday on a palatial residence


Police arrest 2 in armed dog-snatching

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Two robbers snatched a Rottweiler out on a walk with its owner on East Leasure


Family celebrates unthinkable performance

OSTRANDER (AP) -- Bob Curtis was out mowing greens for part of the time his son Ben was making


MCDONALD Thunder in the Park will be bigger, louder

A cover photo and two-page article in a car magazine feature the show. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


MAHONING COUNTY Judge orders officials to court over budget

The issue is a shortage of funds for public employee retirement contributions. By BOB JACKSON


Clarett, OSU top picks in Big Ten

Jim Tressel declined to discuss specific allegations of misconduct. CHICAGO (AP) -- While


Floodwaters pour into basements

Water removal companies said they are overrun with emergency calls. By JOHN SKENDALL VINDICATOR


AREA

AREA Little b Falcons advance to Mich. LONDON, Ontario -- The Astro Falcons baseball team of the


BRITISH OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP Golden Flash hangs on

SANDWICH, England (AP) -- Kent State's Ben Curtis was hitting a wedge on the practice range at Royal


U.S.A. CINEMA Renovated theater in Niles to feature second-run films

The renovated sixplex will feature second-run movies at discount prices. THE VINDICATOR,


ATHLETES AND CRIME Incidents show the ugly side of sports

But there is still plenty to celebrate in the sports world. By STEVE WILSTEIN ASSOCIATED PRESS


4 domestic steelmakers post slight profit

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Four domestic steel producers collectively posted a slight profit in the year


Require background check to get a marriage license

Opinion: Require background check to get a marriage license EDITOR: One day the House and Senate are


TOUR DE FRANCE Resurgent Armstrong stretches overall lead

The Texan finished the race 40 seconds ahead of his major rival, Jan Ullrich. LUZ-ARDIDEN, France


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 2nd--Speedy Pie (C.Rojas)6.402.202.40 Kate's Wish


East Palestine Library accepts donations for annual book sale

EAST PALESTINE -- East Palestine Memorial Public Library's Friends of the Library is accepting books


AP file photo/Sept. 25, 2002

AP file photo/Sept. 25, 2002 BEFORE THE FALL: The Kinzua Viaduct, once the tallest and longest


Disney Store kiosks offer deals on tickets

Disney Store kiosks offer deals on tickets Travelers bound for Disney World can now buy multiday


NBA Karl out as Bucks seek new coach

Very little is left of the team that reached the Eastern finals two years ago. MILWAUKEE (AP) --


Weather delays rookie's debut

The Pirates' top draft pick from Williamsport will pitch tonight against the Scrappers. By BILL


Contenders needed only par scores over final holes, but couldn't get them

Woods, Singh, Love and Bjorn all faltered down the stretch. SANDWICH, England (AP) -- Tiger Woods


Hardware stores clean up in sales

With cleanup efforts come some cautions. & lt;a href=mailto:slshaulis@vindy.com & gt;By


BASEBALL Twins place Koskie on DL, recall Prieto from Triple-A

The third baseman is hitting .298 with 14 homers and 55 RBIs. ASSOCIATED PRESS Minnesota Twins


AUTO RACING Barrichello wins British Grand Prix race

After starting from the pole, he had to rally for the victory. SILVERSTONE, England (AP) -- Rubens


BOXSCORES

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SOMERSET, PA. Prayer service marks anniversary of rescue

One of the miners got back into the capsule that brought him to safety. SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) --


CLASSICS: These Chevys -- a 1956 Nomad station wagon, left, and a 1955 Bel Air -- are among the many

CLASSICS: These Chevys -- a 1956 Nomad station wagon, left, and a 1955 Bel Air -- are among the many


LEADERS

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BRITISH OPEN

BRITISH OPEN Sunday At Royal St. George's Golf Club Sandwich, England Purse: $6.24 million


AMERICAN LEAGUE Resurgent Twins sweep Oakland, look to make run at division title

After a poor first half, Minnesota may be back on track. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- What a difference a


Valley reservoirs are able to contain record rains

One agency told Girard to watch its fragile dam. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


the pimp life

By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Ten years ago, it seemed as if every rapper


HUBBARD Emotions are mixed for lame-duck mayor Praznik

Mayor George Praznik say he'll be glad when the pressures of the job are lifted. By TIM YOVICH


IRAQ Photos of bodies released

X-rays, dental records and four members of Saddam's regime confirmed that the bodies are his sons'.


PGA TOUR Stadler gets second victory in eight days at B.C. Open

Just last week he captured his first Champions Tour win. ENDICOTT, N.Y. (AP) -- Craig Stadler