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Newman barely holds off Busch
Ryan Newman stretched his fuel to the end to win the Pennsylvania 500. LONG POND, Pa. (AP) -- Ryan
Looking ahead to YSU football
As of right now, the Youngstown State University football team will not have a live local television
SHARON Trucks not using Winner road damage streets
The city is facing a repair bill of about $200,000. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU
MERCER COUNTY Penn-Northwest OKs action plan for land development
This is Mercer County's first countywide industrial site development plan. THE VINDICATOR,
Officials plead with reps to get federal funds
Mahoning and Trumbull counties experienced about $4 million in damage. By DAVID SKOLNICK
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INTERNET Possible attack worries officials
Computer users are urged to use a free repairing patch. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Government and industry
Take a deep breath and jump in
By TIM O'BRIEN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "Don't spend your entire life in the shallow end of the
AROUND THE NFL Training camps
Bengals: The Cincinnati Bengals signed cornerback Dennis Weathersby and fullback Jeremi Johnson,
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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LISBON Council handles staff issues
Officials will examine the village's future personnel needs. By SUE DROTLEFF VINDICATOR
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox He has possible answer for 'Cheated On's' query
Dear Annie: This is in response to "Cheated On in Michigan," who wanted to know why her boyfriend
BROWNS TRAINING CAMP News and notes from Berea
Draft pick signed: The Browns announced Sunday that they've signed the first of their seven draft
Every classroom in Reed Middle School in Hubbard was flooded.
Every classroom in Reed Middle School in Hubbard was flooded. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN Man who raped girl accepts deal, gets 35-year sentence in prison
The possibility of life in prison was eliminated with the plea agreement. By BOB JACKSON
AGENDA
AGENDA WEDNESDAY AWARE (Alliance for Watershed Action and Riparian Easements), noon to 3 p.m.,
PENGUINS Healthy Lemieux will play this year
He had hinted after last season that he would not return for his 16th year, PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
IRAQ Official: Elections likely by next year
A U.S. soldier was killed today, bringing the postwar toll to 51. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Iraq's
A welcome ride
A welcome ride A 1992 Dodge Caravan may not seem like much to some, but for Deanna Behner, it's
Sweet defends chief's raises
The issue, YSU's president says, is 'return on investment.' By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
Life behind bars will remain lonely for killer Susan Smith
Opinion: Convicted child-killer Susan Smith is making national headlines. Again. Apparently the 31-year-old
YWCA seeks nominees for awards
A new achievement award has been added to this year's program. YOUNGSTOWN -- Nominations are being
HELOISE Social Security numbers are gold to thieves
Dear Heloise: Identity theft is a national crisis, and your Social Security number is gold to
REUNIONS
XBoardman High School Class of 1948 will celebrate its 55-year reunion Sept. 6 at the Holiday Inn in
Working overtime
Working overtime By the 14th inning, Tim Laker was exhausted, Coco Crisp was hungry and the
BROWNS Green expected to deliver the yards
The Browns have high hopes for the second-year running back this season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Unlike
Corps seeks input on local dams
The effect of dam removal on flooding would be minimal, corps officials say. By IAN HILL
STORM AFTERMATH Mud runs from creek area to invade Hubbard businesses
Water was about an inch from the ceiling of St. Patrick Church's basement. By TIM YOVICH and ROB
Single mother welcomes donation of Dodge Caravan
The Warren day-care center donated a van to the needy mother. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR STAFF
Murray takes spot in history
Gary Carter became the first to have an Expos hat on his Hall plaque. COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) --
Life isn't perfect, even in suburbs of Youngstown
Opinion: Life isn't perfect, even in suburbs of Youngstown EDITOR: The letter in the July 24 edition of
BOXING The new Vargas humbly prevails
It was his first fight since losing to De La Hoya and testing positive for steroids. LOS ANGELES
REVIEW Author delves into history of Mormons
Jon Krakauer investigates the murders and polygamy in the church's past. By CLAY EVANS SCRIPPS
Your votes are in: No. 25 on the list
Your votes are in: No. 25 on the list kTHE VOTES ARE IN for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers' Valley
Judge denies a retrial in Kos murder case
Judge denies a retrial in Kos murder case NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A former Struthers man convicted of
They can't handle the truth
Opinion: New York Daily News: Here's something to raise your hackles: Nearly one-third of Germans younger
Lance Armstrong continues his amazing performance
Opinion: This is getting to be a habit. Each year about this time we are forced to express anew our
OHIO STATE FOOTBALL Clarett won't practice, yet
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State tailback Maurice Clarett admits exaggerating the value of items he
WARREN Consumer group objects to Sprint's increased rates
The rate increases affect about 70,000 area Sprint telephone customers. THE VINDICATOR,
STANDINGS | New York-Penn League
McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)2812.700-- Williamsport (Pirates)2613.66711/2
Steelers running back Jerome Bettis is looking to return to his old form.
Steelers running back Jerome Bettis is looking to return to his old form.
ATP RCA CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS
ATP RCA CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS Sunday At The Indianapolis Tennis Center Indianapolis Purse:
DETAILS, DETAILS: This aluminum arbor at Creekside Gardens, above, features a decorative design; and
DETAILS, DETAILS: This aluminum arbor at Creekside Gardens, above, features a decorative design; and
Eager to erase the bitter taste
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BEREA -- For two veterans of the Cleveland Browns
BOXING SCHEDULE
BOXING SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Tuesday At Hammond, Ind. (ESPN2), Angel Manfredy,
Indians hungry for victory, rally past Twins in the 14th
Tim Laker hit an RBI single with two outs to gain the 3-2 win. CLEVELAND (AP) -- By the 14th
Cleaning house
Cleaning house General manager Jim Bowden and manager Bob Boone were fired today by the Cincinnati
BAYLOR Evidence found to identify Dennehy
The search for the basketball player's body lasted more than six weeks. WACO, Texas (AP) --
Vizquel improves, may still need surgery
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Omar Vizquel hasn't given up on playing again for the Cleveland Indians this
NASCAR WINSTON CUP
NASCAR WINSTON CUP Pennsylvania 500 Results Sunday At Pocono Raceway Long Pond, Pa. 1. (1)
TRUMBULL COUNTY Engineer points out residents' lack of waterline use
Trumbull County's sanitary engineer says it appears Liberty residents are satisfied with well water.
WARREN Italian festival to feature Al Martino
A famous singer and actor from 'The Godfather' will sing at the festival. By JAYME RAMSON
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Tony Lariccia's Youngstown fame goes back to a class reunion
Most Y-towners know the name Tony Lariccia. He's the really little guy who does the really big
Officials plan to approve Centerpointe fund package
The Austintown business park has support from the area and from the state. & lt;a
EDUCATION Kent State campaign raises $121.7M
The largest part of the campaign has been designated to academic programs. KENT -- The Campaign
STORM CLEANUP Trumbull County
Trumbull County began debris removal Monday for areas affected by last week's severe weather. The
Mill Creek Park hopes for government aid
A final damage estimate will come after Mill Creek recedes. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE New president addresses racism, incarceration
President Bush is expected to address the national conference today. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The new
CINCINNATI Reds clean house, fire manager Bob Boone and GM Jim Bowden
The team failed to live up to expectations in its new ballpark. CINCINNATI (AP) -- General manager
More enroll at YSU
More enroll at YSU YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University officials expect enrollment will
SENIOR BRITISH OPEN Watson credits caddie for helping gain win after Mason's collapse
Bruce Edwards, stricken with Lou Gehrig's disease, missed the tournament. TURNBERRY, Scotland (AP)
COLUMBIANA COUNTY FAIR Schedule
DAILY EVENTS Antique farm machinery show and working display; bee display; historical display,
hBooks focus on plants that do well in Ohio
hBooks focus on plants that do well in Ohio What flourishes in Albuquerque may fall flat in Ohio.
Today is Tuesday, July 29, the 210th day of 2003. There are 155 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, July 29, the 210th day of 2003. There are 155 days left in the year. On this date
Paul Tracy triumphs to increase series lead
He has won five of 11 races to build a 20-point lead in the CART series. ASSOCIATED PRESS
MAJOR LEAGUE LEADERS
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In settling Enron fraud deals, 2 big banks to pay millions
NEW YORK (AP) -- Banking titans J.P. Morgan Chase and Citigroup are paying nearly $300 million for
Federal lawsuit alleges search of body cavities violated rights
The suit states that a body-cavity search was done on both men in the same cell. & lt;a
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ronce J. Randolph, 30, of 145 E. Boston Ave., Youngstown, and
YOUNGSTOWN Judge sentences man in shooting case
The man was also sentenced for unrelated drug and weapons charges. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
OHIO HIGHWAYS Senator urges backing call for more funds
Voinovich's plan would boost the state's return on its federal gas taxes. By JEFF ORTEGA
Muckdogs make Scrappers pay
The 4-3 loss dropped Mahoning Valley's record to 18-24. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
YOUNGSTOWN Organizational changes to go into effect at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN -- David C. Sweet, Youngstown State University president, said three organizational
SENIOR BRITISH OPEN SCORES
SENIOR BRITISH OPEN SCORES Sunday At Turnberry Golf Links, Ailsa course Turnberry, Scotland
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Good as Silver3.802.402.20 Got Gear (D.Leeds)5.202.80
WEEKEND SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
WEEKEND SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Placed 1B David Segui
Gardner glad for fresh start with Browns
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BEREA -- Playing in the postseason three times in his
Newspaper boxes stolen
Newspaper boxes stolen STRUTHERS -- Police discovered several stolen rural-route newspaper boxes
Sharon woman faces charges including attempted homicide
SHARON, Pa. -- Deanne Goodnight, 40, of Bechtol Avenue faced arraignment today on attempted murder
TRUMBULL COUNTY Student brings business and KSU together for metal casting lab
The metal casting lab is in the technology building. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Associated Press
Associated Press NO REGRETS: PBS will air an American Masters special on author Gore Vidal. The
BOARDMAN Pickpockets in stores spark cops' warning
Surveillance videos have given township police descriptions of suspects. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
SEWING Making felt material inspires its creators
One process turns the material into a beautiful mesh of silk, wool and color. By SUSAN KHALJE
Harbor Technologies handles duties at Eagles games
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. (AP) -- Imagine a free seat to every Philadelphia Eagles home game. Sounds
"He is so busy surviving he is having no impact on the security situation here. It's a big country,
Opinion: "He is so busy surviving he is having no impact on the security situation here. It's a big country,
AUSTINTOWN Trustees begin process for new levy
The proposed levy would generate an estimated $1.4 million a year. AUSTINTOWN -- Trustees have
SKIN REJUVENATION Renewing the remedies
Blinking lights and radio waves are the new frontier of skin rejuvenation. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Bob Hope had a million jokes, but he was one of a kind
Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: He had a million of 'em, Bob Hope did, written down on file cards and
ACTION PLAN Highlights
A Mercer County Economic Development Action Plan adopted by Penn-Northwest Development Corp. puts a
Corps of engineers seeks input on dams
The effect of dam removal on flooding would be minimal, corps officials say. By IAN HILL
PGA Veteran Jacobsen gets first victory in eight years
Peter Jacobsen fired a 67 to beat playing-partner Chris Riley by two strokes. CROMWELL, Conn. (AP)
ITALIAN AMERICAN HERITAGE Warren festival
Schedule of events for Courthouse Square, Downtown Warren, Aug. 8-10. $3 per person includes all
Women find more things to laugh about than men
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Do women have an inordinate need to please? Or do they have a sharper
TOUR DE FRANCE Armstrong overcomes adversity to earn fifth straight victory
The Texan tied Miguel Indurain's record for most consecutive Tour wins. PARIS (AP) -- Just moments
Fair participants get settled in
The birth of a Jersey calf caused quite a stir around the dairy barns. By NANCY TULLIS
NEW YORK Investor raises his bid for bankrupt Burlington
The bankrupt company has gone from 149 plants to 10. DOW JONES NEWS SERVICE NEW YORK -- Investor
BASEBALL Teams are trying to resolve all the details to complete trade deals
The non-waiver trade deadline is Thursday. By KEVIN BAXTER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI --
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Michael and Amanda Roby, 2703 Rexford Road, Youngstown, boy, July 28. Erica
INDIANS C.C. Sabathia celebrates homecoming with win
The Tribe's left-hander threw seven strong innings in a 4-2 win in Oakland. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP)
PLANT OF THE WEEK Throatwort
Botanical name: Trachelium "Devotion Blue" Attributes: This warm season annual features large
AROUND THE HORN Sunday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Yankees 4 BOSTON -- Jason Varitek hit a tying three-run homer and
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pujols' hit lifts Cards past Bucs
St. Louis used a three-run rally in the ninth inning to overcome Pittsburgh. ST. LOUIS (AP) --
FUND-RAISER MS chapter sets Aug. 26 luncheon
An award presentation will be featured at the event. VIENNA -- A speaker and presentation will
Is Warren's police chief losing his effectiveness?
Opinion: As one bizarre situation after another keeps the public spotlight trained on the Warren Police