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WIMBLEDON No Sampras in long time

For the first time in 15 years, Pete Sampras isn't playing at Wimbledon. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)

SYD KRONISH | Stamps Korean War issue will honor veterans

Korean War veterans have been called the "almost forgotten heroes" of the 20th century. But many

MAHONING VALLEY Officials and legislators reflect on redistricting

Most officials agree that two voices in Washington, D.C., are better than one. By BOB JACKSON

MERCHANDISE How are Potter tie-ins faring?

Some say the new book will trigger a sales explosion for related products. NEW YORK (AP) -- As the

AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 2, Mariners 0 SEATTLE -- Ramon Ortiz worked into the eighth inning for

YOUNGSTOWN Philomena deserves every bit of prison time, prosecutor says

Philomena accepted bribes while prosecuting and now wants out of jail early. By BOB JACKSON

WARREN Retirement funds open to CSC workers

Participants can put their money in another retirement account or get cash. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in

VIENNA 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

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the

NILES Three teachers sue board of education

NILES -- Three teachers whose contracts weren't renewed for next year are suing the board of

LISTINGS Vacation Bible School

Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. List in this

INTERSTATES Truckers seek one speed for all

The Ohio State Highway Patrol says trucks need more time to stop. DAYTON (AP) -- In the past four

TODAY ON BUSINESS: As the latest Harry Potter tale reaches stores, retailers hope to sell more than

Forum Health Northside

Forum Health Northside David and Phyllis Schaab, 253 Griswold Drive, Boardman, boy, June 20.

Eight local players, coach set to participate in state all-star game

COLUMBUS -- Canfield High School's Mike Pavlansky will be coaching the North squad and eight local

YSU

YSU Penguins honored YOUNGSTOWN -- Nine Youngstown State University student-athletes were named

FISH &amp; amp; GAME CLUB OF VIENNA573--3897 MAHONING SPORTSMAN CLUB570--3826 NEW MIDDLETOWN

FISH & amp; GAME CLUB OF VIENNA573--3897 MAHONING SPORTSMAN CLUB570--3826 NEW MIDDLETOWN

WORTH A LOOK

COMPETITION XSouthside Duplicate Bridge Club, 5500 Market St., Boardman, will hold a bridge-athon

HELOISE Reader suggests making rubbing of metal label

Dear Heloise: If you have problems reading the metal plates on the backs of VCRs, etc., I would

IRAQ Grenade attacks target U.S. troops in two towns

Resistance groups have started giving themselves names and are stepping up attacks. COMBINED

Tri-County soccer camp to start June 23

STRUTHERS -- Wim Vrosch, a professional soccer trainer of the Roda JC team of Holland, will conduct

ROAD WORK ODOT

Crews from the Ohio Department of Transportation will work on roads in the following counties this

GREENVILLE Agent in Luster case was warned

Bail agent Tim Chapman is being held in a Mexican jail on kidnapping charges. GREENVILLE, Pa. --

Popularity prompts citizen corps expansion

Nearly 80 people completed a citizens police academy earlier this year. By BOB JACKSON

REGION

REGION Lisbon native opens store with arch-support focus BOARDMAN -- Good Feet -- Your Arch

NASCAR Change in Cup name sure to tax old habits

Nextel will pay $40 million a year in rights fees and another $30 million in promotions. NEW YORK

STRUTHERS FOOTBALL Hill commits to Penn State

Jed Hill's injury-plagued junior year didn't stop Joe Paterno from offering. By BRIAN RICHESSON

STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)301.00-- Scrappers (Indians)301.00-- Batavia

Former LPGA star Stephenson plans appearance in men's event

JOHNSTON, Iowa (AP) -- Months after Annika Sorenstam played in a men's tournament, Jan Stephenson

WARREN Official calls rehab program ineffective

Youngstown also is considering changes to its program. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

with the Rev. Kenneth Kauffman

with the Rev. Kenneth Kauffman Age: 77 Hometown: New Castle, Pa. Occupation: Retired pastor of

GAME TIME Today

Who: Auburn Doubledays at Scrappers What: Home opener When: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390).

HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY! Tony DeGeorge

Born: June 24, 1903, in Calabria, Italy. Came to the United States in 1921. Residence: Lives with

Preparing for life after Phar-Mor

An ex-training supervisor hopes new computer skills will help her land a job. By DON SHILLING

Two buildings to come down for parking lot

SHARON, Pa. -- The city plans to tap $237,500 in federal grants to tear down two dilapidated

After many changes in career, a father remains optimistic

Unemployment was crushing, but the former private prison worker is bouncing back. By DON SHILLING

Franchitti to miss rest of racing season

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Dario Franchitti will have surgery and miss the rest of the Indy Racing League

MOOSIC, PA. Sheep-O-Matic method focuses on stamping out weed problem

MOOSIC, Pa. (AP) -- Tall grass and out-of-control bamboo shoots have created a problem along a creek

POLAND Family hopes to repay great kindness

The goal is to raise $5,000 so the dream of another ill child will come true. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

HELOISE Introduce new pets to each other carefully

Dear Readers: If you have pets in your household and are planning to introduce a new cat, there are

GREENVILLE, PA. Council accepts letters of interest for open positions

Council will make most of the appointments in January. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Borough council is

LPGA Teske takes two-stroke advantage in Rochester

The Aussie fired a 68 for a 7-under 137 in the Rochester LPGA. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) -- Rachel

A FIRST FOR OHIO: Cancer survivors walk around the track at Campbell Memorial High School, above, in

SALEM Big Lots considers moving into former Ames location

The store would employ 20 to 40 people in full- and part-time jobs. SALEM -- A Columbus-based

MUSEUMS | Area attractions

Arms Family Museum of Local History -- 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, (330) 743-2589: The period rooms

Winds fuel wildfires

Winds fuel wildfires k FIRE CREWS are bracing for more destruction from wildfires in the Arizona

DETORE BRIBERY TRIAL Lie about $13,000 snagged Cafaro

Cafaro said he confessed several illegal acts after he got a plea deal. By PATRICIA MEADE

NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Big fourth inning leads Scrappers to 7-5 victory

Mahoning Valley makes its season debut at Cafaro Field tonight. BATAVIA, N.Y. -- The Mahoning

SHARON Council restores budget controls

The finance director could be fined if overspending occurs in any quarter. By HAROLD GWIN

KEYSTONE CLIPS Fort LeBoeuf Museum offers expanded hours

It was 250 years ago that George Washington visited the French Fort sur la Riviere aux Boeufs at

Remembering shooting victim, Case Western moves forward

One new program is bio-science entrepreneurship. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER

MONDAY IN LIFE &amp; amp;WORK

MONDAY IN LIFE & amp;WORK X Skills. Graduates may not have experience yet, but they have

DANIEL WEBSTER Catalog features top coin

For collectors eager to relive the thrill of last July's auction of the world's most valuable coin,

TITHING Fiscal support of churches declines

The commitment of the faithful to tithing is waning. LOS ANGELES TIMES Jean and Jim Darrell are

YOUNGSTOWN University appoints director for library

The new director is a Mc-Keesport, Pa., native. YOUNGSTOWN -- Paul Kobulnicky, vice chancellor for

Organization and advertising are key to a good garage sale.

Organization and advertising are key to a good garage sale. By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Premier Liner (Rosendo)4.802.802.20 Dinkers Angel (B.Cacha-

COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Rice and Stanford gear for title series

Stanford has not won a CWS title since the 1987 and '88 seasons. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- An unlikely

Temporary closing

Temporary closing WARREN -- State Route 45 will be closed Sunday between North River and Bridge

GOLF Woods trails by four strokes in Buick Classic

Briny Baird has a one-stroke lead over Retief Goosen after two rounds. HARRISON, N.Y. (AP) --

WASHINGTON Nation's 3rd fund-raising stamp will aim to reduce family violence

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The nation's third fund-raising stamp, this one aimed at reducing family

Racetrack ministry combines spirituality with horse sense

The gritty behind-the-scenes crew loves him. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Comforter, benefactor,

TRUMBULL COUNTY Judge drops out of Hill case

The state Supreme Court will be asked to appoint a visiting judge. By PEGGY SINKOVICH

Success stories galore at Beatitude House

Success stories galore at Beatitude House In 2002, Beatitude House, a nonprofit organization to

YOUNGSTOWN Beatitude House gets grant to aid successes

The organization helps disadvantaged women and children. By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF

IAAP Yo-Mah-O Chapter installs new officers

The new president has been a member since 1999. YOUNGSTOWN -- Yo-Mah-O Chapter of the

BOXING Lewis has tall order vs. Klitschko

Saturday's bout will be the first heavyweight title fight in Los Angeles since 1958. LOS ANGELES

Officials decide Pennsylvania state parks to remain free

HARRISBURG (AP) -- State officials are no longer contemplating an entrance fee for Pennsylvania's

Officials to return salary overpayments

The prosecutor's office says a trustee must reimburse the township or it will sue. By TIM YOVICH

Unemployment boomer-angst

For baby boomers, a not-so-funny thing happened on the way to retirement. NEW YORK (AP) -- Mary

MIDDLE EAST Administrators announce creation of new Iraqi army

Resistance groups have started giving themselves names and are stepping up attacks. RAMADI, Iraq

New crime unit zeros in on blacks, some calls say

The police initiative will run through August. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

BASEBALL 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

Advice on preparing to retire

Let's assume you are somewhere in your 40s or 50s and you woke up this morning and realized you

Closing the deal

Closing the deal Beginning in 2004, there'll be no more Winston Cup for stock car racing's

YOUNGSTOWN Late black architect inspires many in city

An exhibit dedicated to a local black pioneer stands in the lobby of city hall. By ROB MEYER

NATIONAL LEAGUE Well-traveled Expos end 25-day road trip with win over Pirates

The Pirates stranded eight runners in the game's first six innings. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The

HUBBARD Hit-run case waits on tests

A trooper expects charges to be filed soon. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF HUBBARD

MIDDLE EAST Palestinian officials expect Hamas to agree to truce

An Israeli motorist was shot in new violence today. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- Palestinian

Boaters pulled from lake

Boaters pulled from lake BAZETTA -- Two boaters are being checked for hypothermia, after being

LAWRENCE COUNTY First-aid requirement is proposed for publicly-funded day-care providers

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County officials will decide next week if child-care providers being

SOCIAL SECURITY Q &amp; amp;A

Q. I learned I will get only $313 per month from Social Security. I also get a $3,000 monthly

HERMITAGE Neighbors fear home residents

City officials have no control over where group homes go. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON

Hundreds line up for magic of new Harry Potter book

More than 900 people reserved the book at the store. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF

CLASS B LEAGUE

CLASS B LEAGUE STANDINGS Line Drive 15-2, Rondinelli 15-3, Astro Falcons 12-5, Livi Steel 12-6,

THE KOVELS | Antiques and collectibles Andirons remain an in-style necessity

The fireplace was the center of the home in 18th-century America. The only warm place in a New

LEADERS

AMERICAN LEAGUE GABRHPct. Mora Bal582084475.361 ISuzuki Sea6929352102.348 Bradley

LPGA tourney in year of transition

The Giant Eagle LPGA Classic will be played July 12-18 next year at Squaw Creek Country Club.

For a listening ear, turn to the Ifbot

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Do you long for someone with whom to share your deepest thoughts and

FASHION Designer's novelty tops grew out of boredom

A whim led to serious fashion buzz for the T-shirt designer. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS KANSAS

WYTV weatherman heads for Air Force

The Daybreak meteorologist is leaving the broadcast booth. By MATT BIXENSTINE VINDICATOR STAFF

MIDDLE EAST Palestinians say Hamas truce is near

Israel said it would accept a truce only as a precursor to a crackdown on Hamas. GAZA CITY, Gaza

WEEKEND DRAWINGS

WEEKEND DRAWINGS Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-9-2 Pick 4, 8-9-7-0 Buckeye 5, 4-10-16-23-

BRIBERY TRIAL Cafaro rebuts characterization of Detore as scapegoat in scheme

The prosecution rested its case this morning. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER

MARTIN SLOANE \ Supermarket Shopper Scanning the light fantastic

Are you ready for your supermarket's scanners to shift into warp drive? The NCR Corporation has

Feeble mortgage oversight

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Few Americans know a Freddie Mac from a Fannie Mae. But homeowners and buyers

University seeks baking-soda fund

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- One of Pittsburgh's most recognizable buildings is in need of a lot of baking

NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Team capsules

MCNAMARA DIVISION ABERDEEN IRONBIRDS Major League affiliate: Baltimore Orioles (2002)

Grads: Put skills first in r &amp; eacute;sum &amp; eacute;

What's the first thing on your r & eacute;sum & eacute;, besides your name and address? If

CONFERENCE UPHEAVAL Virginia Tech caught in a squeeze between ACC, Big East

How much more beyond the exploratory stage the proposal will go is open to conjecture. RICHMOND,

FUGITIVE OF WEEK Tremaine P. Brown

The FBI and the Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown are asking the public to help them find this

KELLY PAVLIK Flu bug has boxer down, but not out

The Youngstown native's training schedule for his July 1 bout was disrupted. SPECIAL TO THE

Hospital CEO honored

Hospital CEO honored EAST LIVERPOOL -- Mel Creeley, president and CEO of East Liverpool City

CLUB CALENDAR

CLASSES XStruthers High School January and June Classes of 1943 will meet at 1 p.m. Friday for a

TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua White, 25, of 1359 Cranbrook Drive, Warren, and Bree

WEB-BASED RETAIL Amazon.com sells its own strategy

Amazon's own software emerges as a valuable product. SEATTLE (AP) -- Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos

WASHINGTON Court nixes school race policy

Congress can force libraries to equip computers with anti-smut filters. WASHINGTON (AP) -- In two

NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Auburn takes early lead in Pinckney Division standings

The Doubledays dropped the Scrappers, 5-2, to win the teams' opening series. By BRIAN RICHESSON

WASHINGTON Court upholds school's policy

The justices also ruled Congress can force libraries to use anti-smut filters on their computers.

Big Lots considers moving into former Ames location

The store would employ 20 to 40 people in full- and part-time jobs. SALEM -- A Columbus-based

Retrained steel worker still struggles

One man drives an hour to work because he can't find a local job. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

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

JOHN ROSEMOND | Parenting Confront passivity with fun activities

Q. We recently moved into a new neighborhood, and my children have made friends quickly. The custom

GOLF Briny Baird ahead of Furyk, Woods early in Buick Classic

Tina Barrett leads the LPGA field in Rochester. ASSOCIATED PRESS HARRISON, N.Y. -- Briny Baird

Philomena deserves every bit of prison time, prosecutor says

Philomena accepted bribes while prosecuting and now wants out of jail early. By BOB JACKSON

PITTSBURGH Player's death comes after fall inside church

Billy Gaines was living in the church after his apartment was destroyed by fire. PITTSBURGH (AP)

EAST PALESTINE Class plans 40th-year reunion weekend

Classmates' e-mail generated interest in the reunion. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

EYE HEALTH UV rays from sun pose risk for sight

Women should apply sunscreen before they put on their makeup. STAMFORD ADVOCATE As Neo, Trinity

Didn't bargain for prejudice during trip to garage sale

Opinion: Didn't bargain for prejudice during trip to garage sale EDITOR: Last weekend my husband and I,

INNER CITY SOFTBALL LEAGUE

INNER CITY SOFTBALL LEAGUE Week seven standings EAST BW-3 (Austintown)5--3 Compco6--6

FORECAST: VACANCIES Something in the air?

By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR NO, DR. DAVE WALKER of WFMJ Channel 21's weather team

LOTTERY RESULTS

FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 1-2-3-12-37 Mega Ball, 35 Night drawings: Pick 3, 0-1-6

NILES Siren system for disasters to be increased, revamped

Installation and upgrading should take about three weeks. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR

WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP Trustees approve contract with eight police officers

The department will change its sergeants to a lieutenant rank. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR

Liberty asks businesses to beautify

LIBERTY -- The township and the Liberty Business Association are asking business owners to spruce up

COTTAGE: This is just a very decorative backyard storage shed, although its cozy, country-style feel

ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball

TRI-T PONY (13-14) Boardman R & amp; J Trucking 7, Boardman GF 3 -- Dan McCarthy went the

Open Iraq hearings crucial

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: President Bush dismisses questions as to whether his administration

UV PROTECTION | Look for the label

Statements about blocking infrared rays and blue-blocking have nothing to do with UV protection and

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers return home tonight with a 3-0 record.

HONG KONG WHO takes territory off list of areas infected with SARS

The 20 required days had passed, meeting the condition for the removal. HONG KONG (AP) -- The

SUNDAY IN LIFE &amp; amp;WORK

SUNDAY IN LIFE & amp;WORK X Money and marriage don't seem like they go together, but in some

Associated Press

Associated Press YOUNG SUPPORTERS: President Bush hugs 12-year-old Catlyn Felts after she started

MAHONING COUNTY Popularity prompts citizen corps expansion

Nearly 80 people completed a citizens police academy earlier this year. By BOB JACKSON

VETERANS

VETERANS Korean War monument AUSTINTOWN -- Korean War Veterans Association Chapter 137 of the

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Thought of wife having affair titillates him

Dear Annie: I am a happily married man, fit, handsome and in my early 40s. My wife, "Lola," is a

The Vindicator/ Bruce Palmer

The Vindicator/ Bruce Palmer NO ADMITTANCE: The Corrections Corporation of America prison in

NORTH JACKSON Workers fix up classrooms for middle-school pupils

The board also discussed a permanent improvement levy. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

2 honored for service

2 honored for service YOUNGSTOWN -- Ron Marian and Carolyn K. Mikanowicz were recipients of the

Autopsy set

Autopsy set NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- An autopsy was to be performed today on a man hit by a train in

SHARPSVILLE SCHOOLS New budget includes 6-mill property tax rise

Refinancing a loan will save the district $673,000 in interest. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON

MUSIC

MUSIC "Celebrate America Sunday" patriotic music by the Girard Community Band followed by dinner,

Exercising good choices will remedy some illnesses

Opinion: Exercising good choices will remedy some illnesses The good news is, area health officials met

WARREN Layoffs at WCI will benefit some staff

A switch will mean a pay raise for some guards who can transfer jobs. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Tribe salvages third game against Pirates

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Experience is usually a valuable asset in pro sports. The Cleveland Indians

Top 10 reasons to watch Scrappers

Now that the high school sports season has quieted and the LPGA tournament has passed, we can

Lie about $13,000 snagged Cafaro

Cafaro said he confessed several illegal acts after he got a plea deal. By PATRICIA MEADE

Play about black pioneers planned at Mill Creek

Play about black pioneers planned at Mill Creek YOUNGSTOWN -- Black pioneers who were the first

PERCHED TO SELL: Three crowlike birds are perched on the tree stumps forming the andirons. These

CLEVELAND Remembering shooting victim, Case Western moves forward

One new program is bio-science entrepreneurship. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER

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