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15 local Marines return safely to their families
The Marines said they shared their food and water with the Iraqi children. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
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4-year-old boy drives into neighbor's garage
4-year-old boy drives into neighbor's garage CAMPBELL-- Four-year-old Mychael Claytor grabbed the
LAWRENCE COUNTY Red Cross merger to improve services
John Stubbs was named the interim director of the Lawrence County chapter. By LAURE CIOFFI
MAHONING VALLEY Federal grant sought for health effort
POLAND -- Area health officials met here Tuesday in an ongoing effort to win a $1 million grant to
BACKYARD STORAGE Shed quarters
These days, backyard sheds resemble little houses. By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
YOUNGSTOWN Funds get minority firm on job
The school board is considering a pact to monitor minority hiring. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN Jail time for friend of Koliser
The Youngstown man has called the county jail home for the past month. By DAVID SKOLNICK
YOUNGSTOWN City woman shot and killed outside home
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 21-year-old North Side woman was gunned down today in a car outside her home.
CANFIELD TOWNSHIP To stop work on road, trustee files suit naming officials, others
Bayus suit also claims that the plans for the road are flawed. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
House, Senate OK compromise budget
One tax provision was cut, but others would still affect school finances. By JEFF ORTEGA
HELOISE Recipe for baking-powder mix goes way back
Dear Heloise: In my recent move, I managed to lose the copy of your baking-powder baking mix that I
YOUNGSTOWN Auction of bank building is canceled
The auctioneer called the cancellation 'shocking.' By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS
Jury hears USAG execs
J.J. Cafaro was expected on the witness stand today. & lt;a href=mailto:meade@vindy.com &
FOOTWEAR Traditionalists know time is right for wearing white
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Toss the practical earth-tone shoes into the back of the closet. Every
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD June 15 Theft: A woman in
Associated Press
Associated Press FUND-RAISING EFFORT: President Bush waves to the crowd after a speech at his
LOTTERY RESULTS
THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-0-5 Pick 4, 8-6-7-4 Buckeye 5, 14-16-
Tribe, Detroit on equal footing, but Jody Gerut has leg up on Tigers
Cleveland completed its first sweep of a road series since May, 2002. DETROIT (AP) -- Jody Gerut
SHARON Board of education increases property taxes in budget
One resident showed up to urge the school board to reconsider the increase. By HAROLD GWIN
GAIL WHITE Track official puts Special Olympics in first place
John Todd of Canfield believes in taking his doctor's advice -- most of the time. Thirty-three
Economic development group supports Boeing plant in Valley
YOUNGSTOWN -- A bid to bring a Boeing aircraft plant to the Mahoning Valley is being supported by
Oceans are in deep trouble
Opinion: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: The first comprehensive report on the nation's oceans in more than 30
YOUNGSTOWN State adviser offers ways to keep air base
The mission of the 910th Airlift Wing is not at risk. The issue is keeping it here. By WILLIAM K.
The Vindicator
The Vindicator AUCTION CANCELED: Plans to auction the National City Bank building in downtown
DETORE BRIBERY TRIAL Testimony diverges to illegal campaign-giving
The witness also testified about a scheme involving then-Rep. Traficant's boat. By PATRICIA MEADE
Scrappers open
Scrappers open The Mahoning Valley Scrappers open the 2003 New York-Penn League season tonight,
WASHINGTONVILLE Council seeks new levy for police department
Residents in Mahoning County have been paying taxes twice for fire protection. By NANCY TULLIS
ADVERTISING Why work for food when you can sit and hold a sign?
One company hires the homeless in an attempt to win over consumers. PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Instead
Research project
Research project CANTON -- Young couples who are preparing to become engaged may participate in a
Player's death comes after fall inside church
Billy Gaines was living in the church after his apartment was destroyed by fire. PITTSBURGH (AP)
Hill commits to Penn State
Jed Hill's injury-plagued junior year didn't stop Joe Paterno from offering. & lt;a
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland:
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN June 9 Assault: Police charged a
YOUNGSTOWN DOD adviser offers ways to keep air base
The mission of the 910th Airlift Wing is not at risk. The issue is keeping it here. By WILLIAM K.
YOUNGSTOWN State adviser offers ways to save air base
The mission of the 910th Airlift Wing is not at risk. The issue is keeping it here. By WILLIAM K.
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox 'Bernice's' behavior can no longer be tolerated
Dear Annie: I think someone may be stalking me. "Bernice" and I are related by marriage and used to
ATP MONEY LEADERS
ATP MONEY LEADERS Through June 15 1. Juan Carlos Ferrero$1,477,800 2. Andre Agassi$1,398,805
Columbiana County 911 final plan still on hold
LISBON -- Planners of an updated 911 system for Columbiana County have yet to agree on one of its
Beadwork has developed into a relaxing hobby
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS In 1995 artist Lila Lou demonstrated on a massive level what you can do
Flu bug has boxer down, but not out
The Youngstown native's training schedule for his July 1 bout was disrupted. SPECIAL TO THE
INSIDE/B2
INSIDE/B2 UAbout 50 Sharon City School District secretaries, custodians, cafeteria and maintenance
UAW Union president stands firm on health care costs
UAW is looking to enhance gains achieved in its last labor contract. DETROIT (AP) -- United Auto
YOUNGSTOWN Zoning appeals cases
The city's zoning appeals board handled these items Tuesday: Deferred three variances for the
McDonald board to borrow to boost gym size
By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT McDONALD --The school board approved Monday borrowing
MAHONING VALLEY Panel sets criteria for projects to get Issue 2 funds
The committee will have $7 million to distribute next year. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Federal grant targets those who illegally supply guns to juveniles
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County received a $246,500 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice toward a
DETORE BRIBERY TRIAL Testimony centers on repairs to Traficant's boat
Paul Marcone, who was Traficant's former chief of staff, was to testify today. By PATRICIA MEADE
MONDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
MONDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES--Signed OF Jarod Rine.
MAHONING COUNTY Public survey to help committee gain input for library planning
New or renovated libraries are attracting heavy use, the survey shows. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
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FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
Council vote favors store
Council and residents have been divided over the store's plans to come here. & lt;a
TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY
TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY SUNDAY'S RESULTS SUPER SPRINTS (20 Laps): 1. ROD GEORGE, 2. Jason Jacoby, 3.
Medicare reform clears a hurdle
Medicare reform clears a hurdle k U.S. HOUSE Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., above,
Hit-run case waits on tests
A trooper expects charges to be filed soon. & lt;a href=mailto:yovich@vindy.com & gt;By
COLUMBIANA CO. Trooper pleads innocent to DUI
The off-duty trooper was also accused of driving 91 mph in a 65 mph zone. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ivan W. Palkovic, 25, of 1610 Fifth Ave. #14, Youngstown, and
WARREN City attempts to keep illegal signs away
Sign enforcement is limited by manpower, officials say. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
YOUNGSTOWN Cousins are charged with murder in November 2001 shooting of man
A prosecutor said retaliation for another murder could have been the motive. By BOB JACKSON
BASEBALL
BASEBALL McCune Park in Canfield -- is where Canfield Baseball Club will stage a tournament for
INDUSTRY Steel capacity deal is elusive
The negotiators are still trying to deal with the issue of 'dumping.' By JIM SWENSEN STATES
Mom who tried to remove baby's finger pleads guilty
The child was born with an extra finger protruding from his right pinkie. & lt;a
Annual health fair
Annual health fair YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Community Health Center, 726 Wick Ave., is having its
Video cameras to control traffic at intersection
YOUNGSTOWN -- Beginning next year, there will be an eye in the sky keeping watch over traffic at a
SURVEY Desired library services
These are the top 10 services people requested in a recent survey by the Public Library of
LORDSTOWN Mayor appoints new chief of police
The chief will serve a six-month probationary period. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Best Bets/Hot Tickets FRIDAY
Best Bets/Hot Tickets FRIDAY * Speed, sound and style matter at the 2003 X-treme Sound Summer
COLUMBIANA CO. Man pleads guilty to raping girl, 4
The man is charged in Columbiana and Mahoning counties. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
COLUMBIANA CO. 911 final plan still on hold
Organizers will meet again to decide on asking voters to help fund the proposal. By NORMAN LEIGH
AROUND THE HORN Monday's games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Royals 9, Twins 8 KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Raul Ibanez singled home Carlos Beltran in
Workers' comp office in Warren renews lease
WARREN -- The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation has a new lease for its office space in Warren.
SHARON Union and school board approve 3-year contract
The union ratified the contract Friday, and the school board approved it Monday. SHARON, Pa. --
Disarm Hamas, U.S. says
Israel won't guarantee Palestinians that targeted killings will be stopped. JERUSALEM (AP) --
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL Colt Columbiana Sport Scene 3, Niles Buckeye 1 -- Corey Channell threw a five-hitter.
Longhorns routed
Longhorns routed Even after a 12-2 loss to Rice, Texas coach Augie Garrido believes his team has
FLAG FOOTBALL RESULTS
FLAG FOOTBALL RESULTS LET IT FLY LEAGUE G-Unit 42, Air Force Recruits 13 Don Walters Kitchen
He pulled the stunt after he stopped taking his medication.
He pulled the stunt after he stopped taking his medication. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A mentally ill
LORDSTOWN CHIEF Fast facts
Brent Milhoan was appointed chief of the Lordstown Police Department at Monday's council meeting.
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TOP 10 Best cabin staffs
The best cabin staffs, based on 1,516,537 votes in the Skytrax Online Passenger Survey:
HUBBARD Official mulls levy to fix pool
The school district operates the community pool. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Mary Carter had been part of the "South High Rookies" teacher support group 17 years ago, and now
Mary Carter had been part of the "South High Rookies" teacher support group 17 years ago, and now
Writing camp inspires teens to draw upon city's diversity
By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER ADY BIRD JOHNSON WANTED THE painting for the
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St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Sidney and Stacy Villines, 515 N. Main St., Columbiana, girl, June 17. Stephen and
REGION
REGION Alba House to close at Eastwood Mall NILES -- The Society of St. Paul said it is closing
Mineral Ridge woman faces drug charges
Mineral Ridge woman faces drug charges NILES -- A Mineral Ridge woman was arraigned in municipal