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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
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
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.
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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.
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
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
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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
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
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