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Stories published June 11, 2003

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LPGA Annika slips before rainout

She's trying to win the LPGA Championship for the first time. WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) -- Annika


Miss Ditullio, Chris Morrone to wed in autumn

XThe engagement of Danielle Ditullio, 3805 Indian Run Drive, Canfield, and Chris Morrone, 2679


NATION

NATION New Microsoft software aids digital programming SEATTLE -- Microsoft Corp. intended to


FRIDAY'S GAMES

FRIDAY'S GAMES Interleague N.Y. Yankees 5, Chicago Cubs 3 Montreal 13, Texas 10 Oakland 7,


Crew 1, Earthquakes 0

Crew 1, Earthquakes 0 COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Brian McBride's sliding goal in the 85th minute


NASCAR Johnson, Newman will face off again at Pocono Raceway

The two were rookies on the circuit last season. LONG POND, Pa. (AP) -- If Jimmie Johnson has his


Sidewalk debate divides officials

The county planning agency sees safety value in a sidewalk requirement. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


REDS 9, BLUE JAYS 8

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DENVER (AP) -- Admittedly lost at the plate earlier in the season, Larry Walker has found his stroke

DENVER (AP) -- Admittedly lost at the plate earlier in the season, Larry Walker has found his stroke


DAY 13 HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 13 HIGHLIGHTS From Roland Garros Weather: Sunny, clear skies with high of 88 degrees


HOW THEY VOTED

Summary of some votes by Ohio and Pennsylvania lawmakers last week in Washington, D.C. HOUSE


RAZING RESIDENCES

The Vindicator is posting the city's demolition list on the newspaper's Web site this year and


Postal event to take place at Ellsworth Fire Station

Postal event to take place at Ellsworth Fire Station ELLSWORTH -- Postal employees will cancel 37-


SOCCER Ruiz powers Galaxy over Rapids, 2-0

ASSOCIATED PRESS CARSON, Calif. -- Carlos Ruiz scored twice in the second half as the MLS champion


NCAA BASEBALL Buscher leads Gamecocks to CWS

Game-winning home run in the ninth puts Miami up 1-0. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Brian


Lowell could become a Cub

Florida's firstbaseman leads the National League in total bases. CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Mike


To protect jobs, stay competitive, Libbey plans millions in upgrades

TOLEDO (AP) -- Libbey Inc. says it will invest $40 million to $60 million to upgrade and replace


Helping students

Helping students A group of 10 Ohio universities is helping redefine who's "college material" for


Stonestreet victory is happy family affair

The McDonald senior won the 800 meter state title. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


The Mighty Ducks wallop the Devils, force Game Seven

Every game in the final series has been won by the home team. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- The Anaheim


Indians defeat Diamondbacks 6-3 for their first interleague win

Brandon Phillips broke an 0-for-29 slump with a go-ahead RBI single. PHOENIX (AP) -- It was a


PREP RESULTS

BASEBALL Saturday's scores State Finals Division I Cin. St. Xavier 4, Milford 3 Division


NCAA SUPER REGIONAL Ohio State falls, 13-8, in opener

Southwest Missouri State broke an 8-8 tie with a five-run rally in the eighth. COLUMBUS -- Brooks


Of Ohio's 1.8 million pupils enrolled in school, 27.4 percent qualify for a free or reduced lunch,

Of Ohio's 1.8 million pupils enrolled in school, 27.4 percent qualify for a free or reduced lunch,


Sox close gap on Yankees in East

Boston rallied over the Brewers for its largest comeback win of the year. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Bacha-Bertilacci wedding to be at St. Christine

XBOARDMAN -- Robert and Linda Bacha, 5701 Loretta Drive, are announcing plans for the summer wedding


Why does Campbell need costly cameras on students?

Opinion: Why does Campbell need costly cameras on students? EDITOR: I'm not from Campbell but have noted


DIVISION III TRACK Handoffs key for Lisbon's 4x100 champs

The Blue Devils felt confident they could win their state title. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


NBA FINALS

NBA FINALS San Antonio vs. New Jersey Wednesday San Antonio 101, New Jersey 89 Friday New


September date is set by Stacey Manis, Walter Williams

XSALEM -- Terry and Debbie Manis, 815 Adams Ave., are announcing the engagement of their daughter,


COLUMBIANA CO. Work to begin on memorial

A steady stream of contributions is a good sign. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


Arranz-Tabler wedding to be in late summer

XThe parents of Joy Jannet Arranz and Jayson Tabler, both of 49 Euclid Ave., Struthers, are


Tampa Bay Storm moves into Arena Bowl final with help from QB

ASSOCIATED PRESS TAMPA, Fla. -- John Kaleo threw five touchdown passes and also ran for a score as


Katie M. Powell Mr. Evanchick plan August nuptials

XMINERAL RIDGE -- Charles and Sandy Powell and John and Mary Ann Evanchick, all of Mineral Ridge,


W. PENNSYLVANIA Expense shakes consortium of schools

Two members of the insurance consortium have already said they want out. By HAROLD GWIN


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York3526.574--z-6-4L-113-1522-


MLB Royals hold on to win home run competition

Six home runs were hit at Coors Field as the Royals beat the Rockies 13-11. DENVER (AP) -- A badly


Columbus 1, San Jose 0

Columbus 1, San Jose 0 Eds: Optional cgfonstrcelcg COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Forward Brian


GIRLS TRACK ROUNDUP Ursuline's Bennett takes second

Boardman's Monica Cuevas was third in the 800. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF DAYTON --


TRUMBULL COUNTY Most business breaks will stay

The planning commission will recommend ending only three abatements. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR


DIVISION I TRACK Widget leaps his way to success

The Chaney senior long jumper won the Division I state title. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


Closed for bridge repair

Closed for bridge repair GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Route 58 (Kinsman Road) from state Route 4001, North


State to sell surplus vehicles at auction

COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Department of Administrative Services will have a state surplus vehicle auction


LPGA WEEK

LPGA WEEK Getting ready kGILLERMO GARCIA wipes down a fence lining the road into Squaw Creek


CICERO'S VICTORIA'S VINEYARD Family's wine and business ripens and grows

The owner envisions a gathering spot for people to relax. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO By


Go, Belgium: "Go Belgium!" came a cry from the crowd during the first all-Belgian Grand Slam final

Go, Belgium: "Go Belgium!" came a cry from the crowd during the first all-Belgian Grand Slam final


The Chart

The Chart 135th Belmont Stakes BELMONT STAKES CHART 11th Race at Belmont Park, Saturday June


YOUNGSTOWN Block watchers share ideas on safety

The eight block watches encompass 1,200 to 1,500 residents. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,1.982.04 Bank One,.84,39.4439.45 Clear Channel, 43.20


Johnson's selection by Taft gives Valley voice in debate

Opinion: The future of higher education in Ohio is at a crossroads. In one direction disaster awaits. That


PHOENIX Diamondbacks pull out 5-3 victory over Indians

Shea Hillenbrand's two-run triple in the fifth sparked Arizona. PHOENIX (AP) -- Shea Hillenbrand


Juneteenth Festival

Juneteenth Festival YOUNGSTOWN -- Holy Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, 505 Parkcliff Ave., will


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Eastern Division WLTPtsGFGA MetroStars51217105 New England423151511


4 hurt in car crash

4 hurt in car crash BAZETTA -- A crash on Bazetta Road injured four people about 4 p.m. Saturday.


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Kevin and Christine Deemer, 7834 Castle Rock Road N.E., Warren, girl, June 8.


Red Sox 11, Brewers 10

Red Sox 11, Brewers 10 MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Trot Nixon and Jason Varitek hit consecutive homers off


LEVEL IT Vindicator readers speak

1ST WARD 367 Arlington 394 Arlington Eastbound Service Road, house with no address 1031


Police probe accusations involving sex offender

Police probe accusations involving sex offender AUSTINTOWN -- Police are investigating allegations


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE Daily Playoff Glance STANLEY CUP FINALS (Best-of-7) New Jersey vs.


Autumn wedding for Miss Miranda and Mr. Thomas

XAUSTINTOWN -- Leoncio and Rosa Tirado, 5693 Tulane Ave., are announcing the engagement of their


BELMONT STAKES Funny Cide's run ended

Empire Maker spoiled the horse's bid for the Triple Crown Saturday. NEW YORK (AP) -- Funny Cide's


Work set to start on street project

The project will be done in two steps, starting on East Third Street. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR


Spending on Dad

Spending on Dad Consumers surveyed said they will spend an average of $99.65 on Father's Day


INTERLEAGUE BASEBALL 'Rocket' again fails to win No. 300 as Yankees fall to Cubs at Wrigley Field

Roger Clemens will have to wait until Friday against St. Louis for another try. ASSOCIATED PRESS


DIVISION II TRACK Liberty foursome wins 4x100 crown

Last season, the Leopards placed third in the state meet. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Catbird Seat (Gonzalez)6.803.202.60 Devil's Judge


NFL EUROPE LEAGUE

NFL EUROPE LEAGUE WLTPctPFPA x-Frankfurt640.600252182 x-Rhein640.600189188


ATLANTA Braves rally to defeat Pirates, 8-6

Pittsburgh pitching gave up five home runs in the loss. ATLANTA (AP) -- Javy Lopez hit a solo home


Salem boy receives unusual punishment

Some Salem parents used an unusual method to punish their son for stealing. The boy was made to


UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME, Notre Dame, Ind.

UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME, Notre Dame, Ind. Graduating senior Jed York, son of Denise and John York


WNBA AT A GLANCE

WNBA AT A GLANCE EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Cleveland31.750-- Charlotte42.667--


BOYS TRACK ROUNDUP Nemergut gets third in Div. III 3200 race

The South Range standout is just a sophomore. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


DIVISION II TRACK Despite past mishaps, Davies wins state title

West Branch won a D-II state championship in the 3200 and 4x400 relay. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR


WNBA Catchings is the face of Indiana Fever

Tamika Catchings has become a one-woman advertisement for the team. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Little


YOUNGSTOWN ARTIST Royal honors come in handsome prints

A local artist's work will be on display at U.S. military bases worldwide. THE VINDICATOR By


Nets attempting to gain more respect for East

The Western Conference has dominated the Eastern Conference since 1998. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.


Associated Press

Associated Press TRAIN WATCHERS: Michele Price of Strongsville, Ohio, waves to a passing eastbound


GOT IT! Marvin Logan, 10, of Warren returns a volley during tennis lessons arranged by Motley.

GOT IT! Marvin Logan, 10, of Warren returns a volley during tennis lessons arranged by Motley.


NHL FINALS Devils face familiar situation leading 3-2

The Ducks haven't been in an elimination game yet this year. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- The New


NCAA DIVISION I SUPER REGIONALS

NCAA DIVISION I SUPER REGIONALS (Best-of-3) At Alex Box Stadium Baton Rouge, La. Friday


ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball & amp; softball

COLT (15-17) Struthers Davidson Becker 9, Salem Elger 3 -- Brian Walton went 3-for-3, while Joel


2 face gun charges

2 face gun charges BOARDMAN -- During separate traffic stops over the weekend, township police


GUND ARENA Melvin provides offensive spark as Rockers defeat Sting, 67-57

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Chasity Melvin scored 12 points, and Lucienne Berthieu had a career-high 11


MALONE COLLEGE, Canton

MALONE COLLEGE, Canton Beau Tiger of Poland was a member of the college's SIFE team that won the


AGENDA

AGENDA TUESDAY Mahoning County Children Service Board, 4 p.m., Room 404 George V. Voinovich


SOCCER Crew shakes 'Quakes

Carlos Ruiz scored twice as Galaxy beat the Rapids, 2-0, at Home Depot Center. ASOCIATED PRESS


Two members of the insurance consortium have already said they want out.

Two members of the insurance consortium have already said they want out. By HAROLD GWIN


CICERO'S VICTORIA'S VINEYARD Family's wine business ripens and grows

The owner envisions a gathering spot for people to relax. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS


DOCTORS

DOCTORS Medical degree Jenni Elizabeth Farrow, daughter of Gloria and Robert Farrow of


WNBA | Saturday's other games

Sun 65, Comets 58 UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- Shannon Johnson scored 21 points and had eight assists to


FIGHT SCHEDULE

FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Today At Texas Station Gambling Hall & amp;


Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted; majors are listed if provided.

Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted; majors are listed if provided. GEORGE WASHINGTON


Authorities probe death in Boardman

BOARDMAN -- Authorities are trying to determine the cause of death of Kristin M. Mintler, 22, whose


Murray races into record book

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF DAYTON -- Girard's Cachet Murray doesn't know if she's


Miss Cavanaugh, William Spiker to be married

XSTRUTHERS -- Donald and Lorraine Cavanaugh, 215 Iroquois St., are announcing the engagement of


Campbell meeting

Campbell meeting Campbell City Council will have its last meeting before its summer recess at 7


YOUNGSTOWN Museum receives continued accreditation

The historical society was founded in 1875. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Arms Family Museum of Local History,


Wizards 2, MetroStars 1

Wizards 2, MetroStars 1 KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Davy Arnaud and Josh Wolff scored their first


RANGERS Rodriguez sits with bruise

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez was out of the Texas Rangers' starting lineup on


PREP SOFTBALL Mantua victorious in D-II title game

Springfield failed to win a second-straight state title. ASSOCIATED PRESS ASHLAND-- Brittany


Laurie Petrila, David Nicoloff are engaged

XNORTH LIMA -- Bettie Petrila and Robert Petrila, both of North Lima, are announcing the engagement


FRENCH OPEN Henin-Hardenne wins first Grand event

The Belgian defeated Kim Clijsters, 6-0, 6-4, in the finale. PARIS (AP) -- Justine Henin-Hardenne


Preparing students for real world

Students get hands-on experience while sometimes helping the community. WARREN -- At Harding High


NBA NOTEBOOK | From the Finals

NBA stays with instant replay: The NBA's instant replay system was an instant success this season.


STATE TRACK & amp; FIELD | How area athletes fared

SATURDAY DIVISION I BOYS Chaney: Cameron Widget (long jump, 1st, 23-61/4) Wilson: Ed Fetuah


Baby's first book comes courtesy of some fourth-graders

The pupils personalize a copy of the book they wrote for each newborn. By MARALINE KUBIK


Protect freedom first

Opinion: Symbols are powerful things, and there is no more powerful symbol in the United States than the


YOUNGSTOWN Readers' raze suggestions

There are three common threads in the picks: death, bankruptcy and fire. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY


It's time to think outside the box

Opinion: Several years ago, a visitor from London was being given a tour of Youngstown, and as the car