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SOCCER Fire sizzles; Beat, Power play to tie
Chicago keeper Zach Thornton earned his 40th career shutout. NAPERVILLE, Ill. (AP) -- Evan
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Going to war requires serious consideration
Opinion: Going to war requires serious consideration EDITOR: A writer's threatening letter of July 13
REFRACTORY SPECIALTIES INC. Lab works on fuel-cell insulation
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR SEBRING -- A small
EARLY EXIT: Fans pour out of Cafaro Field in Niles, where heavy rains washed out a concert by rapper
EARLY EXIT: Fans pour out of Cafaro Field in Niles, where heavy rains washed out a concert by rapper
Maria Romeo, David Pehanich to be married
XBOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. John Romeo of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
KOREAN WAR veterans from the Mahoning Valley dedicate a new memorial in Austintown. Photo, B1
KOREAN WAR veterans from the Mahoning Valley dedicate a new memorial in Austintown. Photo, B1
Carney-Jenkins engagement is made known
XYOUNGSTOWN -- Margaret L. Simmons, 311 Potomac Ave., is announcing the engagement of her daughter,
Preserve shuttle pieces
Opinion: Orlando Sentinel: The breakup of the shuttle Columbia was a devastating national tragedy. Shock,
BOB HOPE Local appearances
Bob Hope, who called Cleveland his hometown, helped launch his career in the Mahoning and Shenango
PITTSBURGH In bid for the votes of blacks, Bush addressing Urban League
The president made his second trip to Pennsylvania in a week. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- President Bush is
PIRATES Loretta and White save Padres, 8-7
Brian Giles' three-run double rallied the Bucs from a four-run deficit. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If it
Flowers suspended four games for violating NFL's steroid policy
Flowers suspended four games for violating NFL's steroid policy DENVER (AP) -- Denver Broncos
Sharon teenager dies in car-truck collision
Sharon teenager dies in car-truck collision HERMITAGE, Pa. -- A Sharon woman was killed when the
COLUMBIANA CORNER Official's son serves in Baghdad
Columbiana County Commissioner Gary Williams is taking a personal interest in the war in Iraq.
CALIFORNIA Lilly outduels Lackey in A's triumph
Miguel Tejada and Ramon Hernandez had big hits in Oakland's 3-2 win. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- After
MIDDLE EAST Tape helps convince Iraqis of sons' deaths
The CIA is reviewing the tape to see if it is authentic. TIKRIT, Iraq (AP) -- Skeptical Iraqis
PGA Jacobsen not fazed by young golfers
The 49-year-old played aggressively enough to retain his third-round lead. CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) --
BOSTON Ortiz homers off Benitez in BoSox win
Boston moved to 21/2 games out of first place. BOSTON (AP) -- David Ortiz knows how to take
Is the physician crisis real, or is Ohio a battleground?
Opinion: To hear doctors tell it, the cost of malpractice insurance in Ohio has risen so sharply, the
COOPERSTOWN Carter, Murray punctuate class
They will be inducted into the Hall of Fame today in Cooperstown, N.Y. COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) --
LPGA Inkster sets Evian tournament record, shifts focus to Women's British Open
The 43-year-old finished at 21-under 267 to win her 30th career title. EVIAN, France (AP) --
TOUR DE FRANCE Hello history: Armstrong about to be 5-time winner
His fifth straight victory came in his most difficult year. NANTES, France (AP) -- Lance Armstrong
Man arrested in teen's death
YOUNGSTOWN -- Latrell Jackson, 21, of Hilton Avenue was arrested early today and charged with the
CART Tracy bounces back, wins Vancouver Molson pole
Officials penalized Paul Tracy for blocking in Friday's session. VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP)
Steelers seek improvement in secondary
LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Dewayne Washington had the kind of miserable
IRAQ Bush says he holds himself responsible
A recent audiotape is helping to convince Iraqis that Saddam's sons are dead. WASHINGTON (AP) --
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Austintown Community Baseball -- is taking sign-ups for its third annual fall season. Age
Browns' 10 major questions answered
BEREA -- Enough talking. Enough debate. I'm already sick of it. For the past few months, the same
Late pitcher known for wacky tomfoolery
PROSPECT, Pa. (AP) -- Rube Waddell was baseball's biggest drawing card before Babe Ruth, a screwball
OHIO STATE FAIR
OHIO STATE FAIR Fast facts Dates: Friday through Aug. 17. Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission
MILWAUKEE Harley-Davidson plans centennial celebration
Harley-Davidson is going strong despite sluggish sales elsewhere. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Harley-
Tasty Baking CEO tries to revive beloved brand
Tastykake management vows to compete on quality as it tries to revive brand. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
AREA
AREA Cortland teen ties for third PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Lauren Nochta of Cortland was tied
Redevelopment of land to begin after years of sitting idle
The development agency already has a buyer lined up for a 6-acre parcel. By HAROLD GWIN
PHOENIX Diamondbacks sneak past Dodgers
Arizona snapped an eight-game losing streak. PHOENIX (AP) -- Shea Hillenbrand didn't feel like
2 men arrested on drug charges
2 men arrested on drug charges YOUNGSTOWN -- Two East Philadelphia Avenue men were arrested at
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Inkster breaks record
Inkster breaks record Juli Inkster set a tournament record in winning the Evian Masters on
Indians 9, Twins 2
Indians 9, Twins 2 Eds: Optional By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) -- Four runs
Wedge wants more from Baez, Riske
Wedge wants more from Baez, Riske By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) -- Eric Wedge
AMERICAN LEAGUE Oakland's 'Strikeout Guy' shuts down Indians, 6-2
The Tribe's Milton Bradley homered before getting ejected in the eighth. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) --
Regional visitors bureau is a goal worth pursuing
Opinion: Think about it: The entire population of Mahoning and Trumbull counties is smaller than most of this
NFL Smith glad to be a Cardinal
Emmitt Smith is the NFL's all-time leading rusher. FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) -- The crowd was dotted
FOUNTAIN, COLO. Wimmer overtakes Keller for win in Busch 250 race
FOUNTAIN, Colo. (AP) -- Scott Wimmer won the NASCAR Busch 250 at Pikes Peak International Raceway in
SALEM Schools save money by moving buses
Buses are temporarily parked at the high school. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU SALEM
SHARON Redevelopment of land to begin after sitting idle
The development agency already has a buyer lined up for a 6-acre parcel. By HAROLD GWIN
Joelle Sahyoun, Craig Steinhoff are affianced
XBOARDMAN -- Joffre Sahyoun of 6825 Lockwood Blvd. and Cynthia Sahyoun of 8115 Hitchcock Road are
NASCAR WINSTON CUP
NASCAR WINSTON CUP Pennsylvania 500 Lineup After Friday qualifying; race today At Pocono
Malaska's milestone
Malaska's milestone Mooney High graduate Mark Malaska of Youngstown earned his first major league
ARBORS Days of vines and roses
Styles of arbors have blossomed from a traditional white-picket-fence look to ones with Gothic or
Firestone Park gears up for arts festival
COLUMBIANA -- Nearly 300 antique dealers, craftsmen and fine artists will exhibit at the Harvey S.
SHARON Redevelopment of land to begin after years of sitting idle
The development agency already has a buyer lined up for a 6-acre parcel. By HAROLD GWIN
FRIDAY'S GAMES
FRIDAY'S GAMES American League Toronto 5, Baltimore 3 N.Y. Yankees 4, Boston 3 Minnesota 6,
NATION
NATION Federal prosecutors probe accusations against MCI WASHINGTON -- Federal prosecutors are
SOCCER U.S. set to face off against Costa Rica
The Americans lost 2-1 to Brazil in the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinal. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
AL WEST Rangers' pitching cures Seattle's bats
Texas has the worst ERA in the majors at 6.09. SEATTLE (AP) -- There's nothing like the Texas
WARREN Officials investigate storm sewers, ditches
Crews have been trying to pinpoint the source of the overflow problems. By STEPHEN SIFF and
AMERICAN LEAGUE A's young right-hander impressive
Seattle blanked Texas while the Orioles defeated the Blue Jays. ASSOCIATED PRESS ANAHEIM, Calif.
BASEBALL STANDINGS
BASEBALL STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York6339.618
NBA Mystery shrouds Bryant's accuser
The 19-year-old is being portrayed many different ways by people she knows. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) --
AMERICAN LEAGUE Malaska wins first game as Devil Ray
The Mooney grad set up a Jesus Colome save. ASSOCIATED PRESS CHICAGO -- Mooney High graduate
Baseball Expanded Standings
Baseball Expanded Standings At A Glance By The Associated Press All Times EDT AMERICAN
WARREN Area officials investigate source of flooding problems
The mayor said the sewer where a boy died was n't broken. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY SINKOVICH
Injury doesn't prevent West Allegheny kicker from getting scholarship
Injury doesn't prevent West Allegheny kicker from getting scholarship strreatrjp By The
Gerut's grand slam lifts Tribe to win
The rookie had three of Cleveland's 17 hits. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Four runs had already crossed home
NATIONAL LEAGUE Lopez, Braves overpower Expos
The Atlanta catcher hit a bases-loaded triple. ASSOCIATED PRESS MONTREAL -- Javy Lopez's bases-
SENIOR BRITISH OPEN Pressure's no problem for England's Mason
D.A. Weibring was a stroke off the lead at 13 under. TURNBERRY, Scotland (AP) -- English
WACO Identity of Texas body still to be determined
A 'greatly' decomposed body has been found in an area police had already looked. WACO, Texas (AP)
NFL Offensive tackle Harris signs seven-year contract with 49ers
The team also signed five more of their draft picks. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- First-round draft
Valley should parlay its addiction
Opinion: It's no secret that the residents of the Mahoning Valley like to gamble. Whether it's playing the
Welcome to the NFL, rookie
Rookie center Jeff Faine saw the highs and lows of training camp. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR
NATIONAL LEAGUE Redding, Bagwell lead Astros to victory
Aramis Ramirez had the Cubs' only two hits. ASSOCIATED PRESS HOUSTON -- This time, Tim Redding
YOUNGSTOWN Work delayed, CityFest to go on
This year's CityFest will be different from other years in a few ways. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
Hall opens doors for 'Mr. Baseball'
Bob Uecker is being honored for his broadcasting skills. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL COOPERSTOWN,
ERIE, PA. Rent-Way rebuilds after surviving accounting fraud
Three executives were asked to resign when the scandal broke. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Rent-Way Inc., the
August rite set for Miss Peterson, Michael Ramires
XPOLAND -- The engagement of Anne C. Peterson, 2200 Columbia Pike, Washington, D.C., and Michael J.
YOUTH BASEBALL
YOUTH BASEBALL NABF TOURNAMENT (at Cene Park) SATURDAY'S SCORES Rondinelli Tuxedo 7, Livi
NASCAR Poster boys to challenge at Pocono
The track is a 21/2 mile triangle that makes it hard for cars to pass each other. LONG POND, Pa.
ST. LOUIS Bats of Martinez, Pujols combine to bury Pirates
The Pirates scored three times in the sixth inning but it wasn't enough. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Tino
Associated Press
Associated Press QUE PASA? Angelica Gonzales waves a flag as she sits on her father's shoulder
FENWAY PARK Yankees, Red Sox play 'classic' game
Jesse Orosco made his Yankee debut Friday night. THE HARTFORD COURANT BOSTON -- The Yankees and
MAHONING COUNTY Fees for recording official documents will be doubled in price starting Friday
The increase will fund a state housing program for people with low incomes. By BOB JACKSON
TRAINING CAMP In second season, Green's star ready to shine bright for Browns
He ran for 726 yards and five touchdowns in the last seven games of last year. By JOE SCALZO
Cherish Medlin to be bride of Toby Trocchio
XBERLIN CENTER -- Wayne and Diane Medlin, 5869 Bedell Road, are announcing the forthcoming marriage
Area officials investigate source of flooding problems
The mayor said the sewer where a boy died was n't broken. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY SINKOVICH
Woman protests officer's touching
The woman said police took her to the police station and a female officer performed another search.
TEE TIMES Junior Championship
WEDNESDAY AT SQUAW CREEK COUNTRY CLUB # 1 TEE 7:30 a.m. -- Ian Anderson, Jeff Jordan, Nick Kal
UNITED WAY Early giving to aid final goal
Officials hope the campaign will net 31 percent of the total campaign goal. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)2710.730-- Williamsport (Pirates)2412.66721/2
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Niners' draftees already in camp
Envy rules in the National Football League, where even the most successful franchises can find
McNabb says it's time for the Eagles to "put it on the line"
McNabb says it's time for the Eagles to "put it on the line" Eds: SUBS lead to fix typo, 'it's'
Rockers 89. Mystics 79
Rockers 89. Mystics 79 CLEVELAND -- Penny Taylor scored a season-high 22 points and Betty Lennox
TO THE RESCUE: The first firetruck at the scene of a fire at East Jordan Iron Works in Youngstown
TO THE RESCUE: The first firetruck at the scene of a fire at East Jordan Iron Works in Youngstown
Sculptures offer variety of tributes
Before the rains hit over the weekend, sand sculptures were on display at Mill Creek Park in
Marlins 10, Phillies 5
Marlins 10, Phillies 5 By STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer MIAMI (AP) -- Two errors by center
NATIONAL LEAGUE Giants defeat Padres for ninth straight
Pedro Feliz hit a walk-off, three-run homer to win it. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Pedro Feliz believes
1 year into sentence, Traficant has gone quiet -- and so have local politics
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Steelers OK being out of spotlight
Pittsburgh is not being considered a contender as much as it was last year. LATROBE, Pa. (AP)
COMPUTER INDUSTRY 'Method' patents: Good or bad?
Some say they stifle innovation. BOSTON (AP) -- In the early 1990s, Tim O'Reilly's company had a
LATROBE Cowher's conditioning drills leave Hampton heaving
Kendrell Bell came to his rescue by finishing his dashes. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- Defensive lineman