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Union leader, mayor debate proposed levy
The general fund will be overspent by about $420,000. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
BASEBALL Canseco violates probation after steroids found in urine
The one-time American League MVP was busted for violating house arrest. By EVAN S. BENN KNIGHT
YOUNGSTOWN Volunteers get hooked; building becomes a Habitat
Habitat for Humanity's goal is to eliminate homelessness and substandard housing. By MARALINE
WARREN Roberts' lawyers consider appeal
The defendant thanked the judge after she received the death penalty. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
NBA Yes: James passes his final test with Cavs
LeBron James gave a final audition to the Cavaliers before they draft him No. 1. By TOM WITHERS
PHILADELPHIA Red Sox go with Pedro
The Boston pitcher will face the Phillies in today's series opener. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Rain
NBA After first three picks, draft pool leaves questions, creates intrigue
Many foreign players and underclassmen highlight the 2003 draft. NEW YORK (AP) -- "With the first
PRO BASKETBALL 27 players drop out of NBA draft
Several were considered lottery picks, including 7-4 Russian Pavel Podkolzine. NEW YORK (AP) --
TRACK AND FIELD Tough year in spotlight wears on Montgomery
The sprinter is hoping for a return to the top. STANFORD, Calif. (AP) -- Tim Montgomery stepped to
NASCAR-SAVE MART QUALIFYING
NASCAR-SAVE MART QUALIFYING After Friday qualifying; race Sunday At Infineon Raceway Sonoma,
LOTTERY RESULTS
SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 9-9-2 Pick 4, 8-9-7-0 Buckeye 5, 4-10-16-23-33
WIMBLEDON Venus to outdo Serena on court and in fashions
She's already created a new dress to wear in her opening match. LONDON (AP) -- Venus Williams
RAY SWANSON | KEYSTONER Ex-coach will caddy for prot & eacute;g & eacute;
How about this for a dynamic duo? At one time, it was coach and player. Now, it's player and
2003 NHL DRAFT LIST
2003 NHL DRAFT LIST Saturday At Nashville, Tenn. First Round 1. Pittsburgh (from Florida),
PHANTOM ROCKETS Team hires Koehler as new general manager
The Phantom Rockets will play in the NAHL this year. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jason Koehler of Pittsburgh has
Falcons doing well in Pa., Ohio
State wildlife biologists in Pennsylvania are excited by the recent discovery of a peregrine falcon
After plants close, displaced workers retrain, gain new skills or hone old ones.
By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR IT SURE SEEMED LIKE DAN DIPIERO lost something big
HERMITAGE, PA. Buhl Farm's plans for geese draw protest from residents
The park has a permit to kill some waterfowl to control their population. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- A
CHAMPIONS TOUR Hatalsky chips way into one-shot lead
His opening round 65 included chip-ins on the fifth and eighth hole. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) -- A
Judge denies early release
The former prosecutor shamed the criminal justice system, said the judge. & lt;a
RANDY AYERS 76ers promote former Buckeye
The former Ohio State coach was Larry Brown's assistant for six years. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Randy
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Hunter, trapper and bowhunt education, Ohio, call (800)
SHARON '02 audit shows deficit but big improvements
The city showed progress in whittling away at an on-going budget deficit. SHARON, Pa. -- The bad
NO COOPERATION
NO COOPERATION Disabled U.S. veteran says Tribe's staff rude Fanfare: I am a disabled American
Warehouse burglarized
Warehouse burglarized YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating a warehouse break-in that left one
EGYPT
Opinion: EGYPT Egyptian Gazette, Cairo: Two months after the ouster of Saddam Hussein's regime, neither the
If you're out of work, are you out of luck?
One-third of the area's manufacturing jobs have been cut since 1997. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Visit to 2006 Olympic site shows progress
TURIN, Italy (AP) -- A two-day visit to the site of the 2006 Winter Olympics left the IOC
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MAHONING VALLEY Walk of Life teaches a healthy way to live
Some 350 walkers preregistered for the event through area churches and civic organizations. By
BOXING Lewis favored to defeat Klitschko
It will be the first heavyweight title bout in Los Angeles in 45 years. By TIM DAHLBERG
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
BELL CASTING
BELL CASTING It's a ringer! Schedule of events at Cafaro Field behind Eastwood Mall in Niles:
HUBBARD
HUBBARD Community pool The pool at 250 Hall Ave. has established new hours: Early bird: 7 to
Home opener spoiled by loss
Auburn scored three runs in the eighth to beat the Scrappers 4-1 before 5,600 fans at Cafaro Field.
Gane's 17 on 18th hole is second-highest in European tour history
GLENEAGLES, Scotland (AP) -- Chris Gane of England hacked his way through heavy rough and took a 17
NBA Iverson downplays feuds with Brown
Allen Iverson will join coach Larry Brown on the U.S. Olympic team. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Allen
ROGER NEILSON, 69 Hall of Famer, journeyman NHL coach loses battle with cancer
He was one of nine coaches to win 1,000 games in his career. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Roger
AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners proving skeptics wrong, continue success started in 2000
Seattle is competing with Atlanta for the best record in baseball. SEATTLE (AP) -- The Seattle
NASCAR Racing 'ringer' edges Gordon
Boris Said, a road racing specialist, took the pole from Winston Cup drivers. SONOMA, Calif. (AP)
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Solaris(J Pantaleano)9.604.204.60 New Dee Bar(D Ward)4.004.60
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WASHINGTON Legislation offers towns help when imports hurt
If the United States does not amend the law, it could face retaliatory tariffs on its exports. By
Cops arrest 2 men and 1 minor; 2 face drug charges
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police investigating complaints of drugs' being sold in a parking lot arrested two men
NHL DRAFT Who's going first? Draft's deep pool lacks a consensus
Panthers' GM Rick Dudley is unlikely to use the top pick in the NHL draft. By TERESA M. WALKER
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES New series format will crown a true college champion
Stanford and Rice open the championship series today. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Stanford loves the new
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-6-9 Pick 4, 5-8-4-2 Buckeye 5, 2-9-14-24-26
Mosquito spraying
Mosquito spraying NILES -- Spraying for mosquitoes is set to begin after 6 p.m. Wednesday. In case
Forum Health Northside
Forum Health Northside Shawn David Lewis Woods and Shawn Roland, 242 East Florida Ave.,
NILES Bicentennial bell to be forged with pupils' help
The tour's first stop in the Mahoning Valley is at Cafaro Field. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
SCOTT SHALAWAY Common but seldom-seen critters
Every time I travel I'm reminded of a universal ecological truth. Animals needn't be seen by people
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Poland Community Baseball -- will hold a double elimination tournament for boys ages 7-8
PENNSYLVANIA PREPS Shipley: All roads lead to Penn St.
The Moon Area High senior defensive tackle was highly recruited. ASSOCIATED PRESS A.Q. Shipley
BASKETBALL Youth will be served at 2003 NBA draft
Sofoklis Schortsanitis may turn a recent rule change into a big payday. NEW YORK (AP) -- On the
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Cafaro Field
Roster moves: The Cleveland Indians released pitcher Alberto Garza, who totaled just one inning of
JERRY BREWER We'll pass on parity; give us greatness
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Parity stinks. It smells like men doing masonry in the NBA Finals. It smells
SCRAPPERS From one field to another
After flirting with football, Eric Johnson is back with Mahoning Valley. By BRIAN RICHESSON
SHUTTERED: This sign, seen through a fence, directs traffic to Cold Metal Products' plant in
SHUTTERED: This sign, seen through a fence, directs traffic to Cold Metal Products' plant in
Buddhist lectures at Slippery Rock University
Buddhist lectures at Slippery Rock University SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- An exiled Tibetan monk will
NEW YORK Yankees capture Subway opener
Andy Pettitte blanked the Mets for seven innings in the Yankees' 5-0 victory. NEW YORK (AP) --
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)401.000-- Scrappers (Indians)31.7501 Jamestown
The county is looking for more foster families.
The county is looking for more foster families. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
ARENA FOOTBALL Tampa, Arizona to meet in ArenaBowl
Tampa Bay has won 13 of its last 15 games. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Tim Marcum gestured toward the
Scrappers take long-ball route to 8-3 win
Jesus Colmenter and Eric Johnson each homered against Batavia. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
Will the real Detore please stand up
Lawyers questioned witnesses who had very different views of the defendant. By PATRICIA MEADE
Homeland Security awards fire departments
CHICAGO -- Michael D. Brown, undersecretary of the Department of Homeland Security, announced Friday
FRANK CLARK, 87 10-term congressman had a heart for helping
The family hopes Clark won't be remembered for his stint in jail. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
Russian heavyweight Klitschko more than just an average boxer
He has a doctorate, speaks four languages, writes books and plays chess. By CARLOS ARIAS THE
WASHINGTON Vote reveals divided court
Justice Thomas, an opponent of affirmative action, quoted an abolitionist. WASHINGTON (AP) --
CRIME SOLVER Mercer County
A homicide is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this week: Crime: Criminal homicide
BOXING Tyson arrested for part in street brawl
The boxer is known for a long list of legal problems. NEW YORK (AP) -- Mike Tyson was released
Milicic's European team threatens legal action
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Darko Milicic's European team intends to keep the 7-foot-1 star and
WINNING NUMBERS | June 14-20
OHIO Friday 6/20 Night drawings: Pick 3, 0-1-6 Pick 4, 0-7-5-6 Buckeye 5, 3-7-9-17-28 Mega
Hope for children
Hope for children kLAWRENCE COUNTY Children and Youth Services is searching for foster families to
NHL DRAFT Panthers' GM wheels, deals picks
Florida selected Jay Bouwmeester with the No. 3 pick. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- For the third time
JACK WOLLITZ Mahoning's rebirth needs support
Imagine Youngstowners could hop in their cars, drive a few minutes and launch a canoe on a river
WIMBLEDON DRAW
WIMBLEDON DRAW (wc-wild card; q-qualifier; ll-lucky loser) Men Lleyton Hewitt (1), Australia,
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Austintown Community -- 3rd annual A-Town Tourney, July 7-19 at Champ Park on
BOWLING Industry task force meeting is step forward, toward unity
Talks were positive about merging all bowling organizations into one entity. A task force
BUICK CLASSIC SCORES
BUICK CLASSIC SCORES Friday At Westchester Country Club Harrison, N.Y. Purse: $5 million
Project will link two school buildings
Work will begin next year, the day after school ends. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
AROUND THE HORN Friday's other games
INTERLEAGUE Marlins 3, Devil Rays 1 MIAMI -- Miguel Cabrera, playing in his first major league
FRIDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
FRIDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL--Suspended Philadelphia RHP Carlos
NATIONAL LEAGUE Hernandez is reunited with pal Sosa and Cubs
Jose Hernandez previously was with the Cubs from 1994-99. CHICAGO (AP) -- Jose Hernandez returned
Olympic boxing hopeful decides to turn pro
PHOENIX (AP) -- Jesus Gonzales, touted as the best fighter to come out of Phoenix since Michael
U.S. SENIOR OPEN Hinkle's tree still standing
It was put up at the 1979 U.S. Open to stop players from short-cutting the hole. TOLEDO (AP) --
Cortland street fair kicks off this weekend
CORTLAND -- The Lions Club street fair is Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Because of road
SCRAPPERS Home opener spoiled by loss
Auburn scored three runs in the eighth to beat the Scrappers 4-1 before 5,600 fans at Cafaro Field.
Budget includes 5.5-mill tax rise
Directors felt that keeping the educational programs intact is worth the tax increase. By HAROLD
OHIO WILDLIFE More than 10 million fish released this spring across state
COLUMBUS -- Ohio anglers will continue to have many good fish stories to tell thanks to the recently
13-year-old Wie in Public Links quarterfinals
PALM COAST, Fla. (AP) -- Thirteen-year-old phenom Michelle Wie, playing with a bloody nose, won two
FAST FACTS Peregrine falcons
Strong fliers that hunt on the wing, diving from substantial heights at speeds up to 200 miles per
Ex-treasurer to repay cash through deal
MERCER, Pa. -- A former treasurer for the Shenango Township Volunteer Fire Department will have a
EAST PALESTINE Class plans 40th-year reunion weekend
Classmates' e-mail generated interest in the reunion. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
TIGER WOODS Painting does not violate law
ETW Corp. tried to stop the painting from being released. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A painting depicting
CHICAGO White Sox roll past Cubs, 12-3
The outcome between the two Chicago rivals was the most lopsided since 1997. CHICAGO (AP) --