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Post-war sales activity is increasing

KNIGHT RIDDER The fashion industry may be shadowed by gloom and doom lately, but NPD, a group that


PAPERBACKS BOUND TO PLEASE

Phillips' wry and ironic tale about a new lost generation takes place in 1990s Budapest, Hungary,


HUBBARD Car crash injures 4 during police chase

The Hubbard officer was trying to blow out the tires of the car being chased. HUBBARD -- A Hubbard


"We in the Fatah movement demand that the Israeli government respond to this initiative with a

Opinion: "We in the Fatah movement demand that the Israeli government respond to this initiative with a


JAMES ROBISON | A profile From fire and brimstone to feeding the hungry

The Texas evangelist has evolved into a mainstream figure. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS FORT WORTH,


BRIBERY TRIAL Jury finds Detore innocent

The defendant joked that he'd like a copy of his mug shot as a souvenir. By PATRICIA MEADE


FASHION Valley native's clothing suits 'Legally Blonde'

A Nanette Lepore creation also showed up on 'Sex in the City.' By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR


Fast

By VALERIE BANNER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER EEP BREATH. THREE MINUTES isn't very long. 3:00.


Scenic property requires work

A proposal is pending to close part of a remote road used by offenders. & lt;a


YOUNGSTOWN Holy Name asks questions, and it also has the answers

Unusual signs sparked curiosity from parishioners and passers-by. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR STAFF


Bicentennial garden party to be a blue-ribbon event

Fund-raising festivities will feature a patriotic theme. YOUNGSTOWN -- Friends of Fellows


HELOISE Right code word finally worked for Meg

Dear Heloise: As you often have tips about pets, I thought I would pass on one of my own. After 50


NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area

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


GIRARD Destroy businessman's gun, judge orders

The prosecutor had a credibility problem with his own witness. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

AMERICAN LEAGUE ROYALS 4, INDIANS 1 KANSAS CITYCLEVELAND abrhbiabrhbi Guiel rf4212Crisp lf4010


LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials delay buying voting system

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County voters won't be using touch-screen voting this year. County


MERCER COUNTY Officials award pacts for new jail

A commissioner says new-jail construction will start soon. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR


TELEVISION

TELEVISION 1. "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," CBS. 2. "CSI: Miami," CBS. 3. "Everybody Loves


Word updates give new meanings to Merriam-Webster dictionary

The Web and baby boomers have influenced additions to the book. SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) -- A


AUSTINTOWN Staffing dispute stalls pact for police

A union attorney said negotiations have been frustrating. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Raging hormones haven't hit her yet

Dear Annie: I am a 16-year-old girl and just recently began dating. This is a confusing time for me


Living in Harmony

Residents say they wouldn't live anywhere else. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


Competition will stop Mexican production of the original VW bug.

Competition will stop Mexican production of the original VW bug. MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexicans


England dreams rest on Henman

Andre Agassi and Serena Williams look to lead a strong American field. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) --


MAHONING COURTS Civil lawsuits swamp judges

Judges say neither the state nor the county can afford a sixth judge. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


Chief wants city to disband police auxiliary unit

Police Chief Marty Kanetsky says liability was a key factor in his decision. & lt;a


ALL ENGLAND CLUB Challenges await, but Agassi eyeing record-setting win

Younes El Aynaoui should give No. 2 seed Agassi a tough third-round test. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)


NOTEBOOK | From Wimbledon

Blake's attitude problem: James Blake acknowledges he needs to inject some confidence into his game.


Tear down school, grads say

The project is estimated at $170 million. & lt;a href=mailto:dick@vindy.com & gt;By


Buffalo gains 10-8 win over Columbus

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Luis Garcia's double snapped a 7-7 tie as the Buffalo Bisons rallied for a


YOUNGSTOWN Robert Bucci agrees to return

Vandals damaged new park tables and trash cans in less than a week. LEETONIA -- Village officials


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.052.12 Bank One, .84,37.8137.83 Clear Channel, 41.81


NEW CASTLE, PA. Zoning board rejects request on video store

The family maintains the law wasn't followed before the zoning was changed. By LAURE CIOFFI


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT UIt was incorrectly reported in an article Thursday about the bribery trial of


Bush should come clean with American people

Opinion: As the death toll of American and British soldiers in liberated Iraq continues to mount and the


A real sign of commitment

The winner wanted to inspire others to make an impact. & lt;a href=mailto:kubik@vindy.com


HERMITAGE Charge stems from alcohol given to minor, who died

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Police have charged a New Castle man with supplying alcohol to a minor who died of


All in good fun: water battles, what a burger!

While Ken Schick of the Warren Township Volunteer Fire Department zeroes in on the target during a


NOTEBOOK From Jacobs Field

Boyd not fine with fine: Jason Boyd admits to the crime, but he doesn't want to do the time. The


EASTERN LEAGUE

EASTERN LEAGUE North Division WLPct.GB Portland (Red Sox)4130.577-- New Haven (Blue


PRO GOLF ROUNDUP Watson's putter red hot in U.S. Senior Open play

He shot an opening round 66 and leads the field by three strokes. ASSOCIATED PRESS TOLEDO --


CRIME SOLVER

CRIME SOLVER Mercer County An armed robbery is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this


NASCAR to delay lottery announcement

xxxxxx Beginning Tuesday, tune in to WFMJ Channel 21 at 7:29 p.m. for Ohio Lottery results. As the


ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball

BASEBALL Tri-T Pony Campbell Black 7, Poland Tangiers 6 -- Phil Farmintino pitched seven innings


FIGHT SCHEDULE

FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Tonight At The Tropicana (ESPN2), Atlantic City,


BIRTHS

Forum Health Northside Melissa Warner and Eddie Chacon, 700 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield, girl,


ACC EXPANSION Big East trying to keep Miami

Miami president Donna Shalala said the school will decide by Monday. CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) --


THURSDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS

THURSDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL--Suspended Cleveland RHP Jason


WIMBLEDON Talented teenager advances to third round

Siberia's Maria Sharapova has been called the next Anna Kournikova, only better. WIMBLEDON,


April 23, 1978: Nine representatives from three Mennonite churches consider developing a retirement

April 23, 1978: Nine representatives from three Mennonite churches consider developing a retirement


"We are one step closer to providing real health care security to seniors all across the nation."

Opinion: "We are one step closer to providing real health care security to seniors all across the nation."


CANFIELD -- Canfield Baseball Club will stage a double-elimination baseball tournament at McCune

CANFIELD -- Canfield Baseball Club will stage a double-elimination baseball tournament at McCune


Mulhern dumps slump, doubles twice

The Scrappers recorded 18 hits while snapping a three-game losing streak. & lt;a


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XMill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will meet at 6 p.m.


Tribe takes 'Battle of Ohio'

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jason Davis gave himself an early jolt before getting a bigger boost from his


Internet schooling provides alternatives to public classes

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WUSA AT A GLANCE

WUSA AT A GLANCE WLTPtsGFGA Boston642201920 Atlanta52419239 Washington532172117 San


LISTINGS | Vacation Bible School

Bethel Church of God in Christ, 3147 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. Theme: SCUBA: Super Cool Undersea


Today is Saturday, June 28, the 179th day of 2003. There are 186 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, June 28, the 179th day of 2003. There are 186 days left in the year. On this date


LEADERS

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. Mora Bal612164880.370 ISuzuki Sea7532057112.350 Bradley


YOUNGSTOWN Nurse fails drug test, gets 6 months in jail

Drugs were found in his system a month after he was placed on probation. By BOB JACKSON


Two American tanks were attacked by rocket-propelled grenades Sunday.

Two American tanks were attacked by rocket-propelled grenades Sunday. CAMP BOOM, Iraq (AP) -- A


YOUNGSTOWN City prohibits skating within one mile of downtown

Officials say skateboarders pose a threat to pedestrians. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


ISLAM Imams fulfill new duties in U.S.

The role of Muslim prayer leaders in America is changing. ASSOCIATED PRESS A Lebanese man living


WNBA ROUNDUP Thursday's games

Fever 94, Sun 90 2OT UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- Tamika Catchings scored 25 points, including the go-


Some Steelworkers aren't even getting their pensions

Opinion: Some Steelworkers aren't even getting their pensions EDITOR: This is a response to the article


NBA SELECTIONS | 2003 Draft choices

FIRST ROUND 1. Cleveland, LeBron James, g, St. Vincent-St. Mary HS, Akron, Ohio. 2. Detroit


WARREN Mayor suggests refinancing bonds to buy equipment

The city initially bought the bonds in 1988 and refinanced them in 1993. By DENISE DICK


Niles couple are bound over to grand jury

NILES -- A married couple accused in a months-long string of burglaries were bound over to the


EPA muzzle tightens

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: The Environmental Protection Agency's first comprehensive report on the state of


Lietzke survives final-round fright

He held off Tom Watson to gain his first major championship in 53 tries. TOLEDO (AP) -- Tom Watson


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)91.900-- Scrappers (Indians)64.6003 Batavia


YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY

YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY "Blood Drive" from 1 to 6 p.m. July 1 at Poland. "What's


Associated Press

Associated Press CHANGE: Imams, from left, Muhammad Quadir, Hatim Hamidullah, Muhammad Musri,


DOCTORS

DOCTORS New optometrist Rebecca Jean Williamson of Salem was awarded a doctor of optometry


Pool house cleaning pact

Pool house cleaning pact YOUNGSTOWN -- The city park board has awarded a contract not to exceed


US SENIOR OPEN SCORES

US SENIOR OPEN SCORES Thursday At Inverness Club Toledo, Ohio Purse: $2.6 million Yardage:


DESIGNS Ethnic culture has become a fashion commodity

Trendy shirts serve as billboards for ethnic slogans. LOS ANGELES TIMES Leah Moss' favorite


BASEBALL

BASEBALL McCune Park in Canfield -- is where Canfield Baseball Club will stage a tournament for


WORK TIPS | Intern advice

Top 10 tips for interns: 1. Don't be afraid to talk with people. People are sometimes too busy to


CURRENT PRICES Around the nation

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


Rocket-propelled grenade attack injures employee for NBC News

Five border guards were returned to Syria, a U.S. spokesman said. CAMP BOOM, Iraq (AP) --


DOLL: This Armand Marseille baby doll was made in Germany. It has an open mouth, teeth, sleep eyes,

DOLL: This Armand Marseille baby doll was made in Germany. It has an open mouth, teeth, sleep eyes,


Retailers prepare for tax increase

The higher sales tax will be in effect through June 30, 2005. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


Firefighter treated

Firefighter treated SHARPSVILLE -- A firefighter was treated for heat exhaustion while battling a


NBA DRAFT Cavaliers hope 'King James' brings crown to Cleveland

As expected, the Cavs selected LeBron James with their first pick. CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron


WEST MIDDLESEX, PA. School property taxes to increase $70 per year

WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- The average residential taxpayer in the West Middlesex Area School District


SHARING A LAUGH: Vera Neil, right, who moved to Harmony Village in 1985, hangs out in the resident's

SHARING A LAUGH: Vera Neil, right, who moved to Harmony Village in 1985, hangs out in the resident's


VOLLEYBALL Boyd competes in Senior Olympic event

The long-time player helped his team place fifth in this year's tournament. BY JOHN KOVACH


BASEBALL Gonzalez mulls Montreal trade

The Rangers slugger will likely wait until Saturday to make a decision. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) --


Senior Olympian

Senior Olympian Girard resident Findley Boyd achieved success recently in the 2003 Senior


WASHINGTON FOOTBALL Neuheisel makes bid to stay as coach

Several prominent coaches have come to his defense. SEATTLE (AP) -- Suspended Washington coach


AL CENTRAL Royals top Tribe -- again

Kansas City is 8-1 against Cleveland this season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Winning never gets old to Jose


NBA DRAFT No surprise: Pistons pick Darko

Milicic became the highest-drafted European player in draft history. COMBINED DISPATCHES


YOUNGSTOWN North Side man, 24, to face charge of trafficking in heroin

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police say they arrested an Alameda Avenue man Friday afternoon after they found him


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Bunny B. (J.Felix)8.605.803.40 Minerva Lights (B.Cacha-


11 men to face charges of planning terror strikes

11 men to face charges of planning terror strikes WASHINGTON -- The federal government has accused


FAST FACTS \ Human blood

An adult body contains 10-12 pints of blood. It takes about 6-10 minutes to donate a pint of


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas J. Assion, 25, of Boardman, and Lisa M. Kaneski, 22,


LANDFILL GAS | Warren Township

Hydrogen sulfide, which smells like rotten eggs, can irritate a person's eyes, nose and throat;


WORTH A LOOK

CRAFT SHOWS XCrafters are invited to participate in a Camelot Center Therapeutic Riding Program


Scholarship applications

Scholarship applications YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Italian Heritage Foundation is accepting


THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting Learn all the doll terms and sound like an expert

There is a special vocabulary used to describe old dolls. Dolls can be made of bisque, which is an


MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Shopping trip found bargains north of the border

Visiting an out-of-town supermarket can be interesting, especially if it's in another country.


910th receives warm welcome

More members of the 910th will be returning home Friday. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF


HELOISE Now is your chance to get an answer right away

Dear Readers: Whether you read this column daily or on a hit-or-miss basis, you know that the topics


WIMBLEDON RESULTS

WIMBLEDON RESULTS Thursday At The All England Lawn Tennis & amp; Croquet Club Wimbledon,


WARREN Landfill gas presents 'urgent health hazard'

The EPA has a list of issues the landfill managers must resolve. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF


AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Tigers 4 BOSTON -- Pedro Martinez picked up his first victory since


POLAND Walgreens faces residents' opposition to store

Walgreens has no comment about the situation. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


SENIOR HOBBIES: Cheryl Luli, project administrator at Harmony Village, shows some quilts residents

SENIOR HOBBIES: Cheryl Luli, project administrator at Harmony Village, shows some quilts residents


BUDGET Austintown police

A breakdown of what township trustees expect to spend this year on police as of June. Total is


CLEVELAND Judge sentences Dragelevich in tampering case

By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF CLEVELAND -- After leaving the federal courthouse a


THE REAL WORLD Advice on surviving an internship

Employee or boss, here's how to get the most from that summer job. By DARLA ATLAS DALLAS MORNING


Misconceptions about dangers of vaccination are cause for concern

Opinion: EDITOR: I was very saddened to read the June 24 letter from a woman regarding her daughter's


REV. DANIEL ROHAN Fast celebrates sending of Spirit

A major fixed feast in the Orthodox Church, the martyrdom of the Apostles Peter and Paul, is


Bin Laden's existence is cause for concern

Opinion: Osama bin Laden, the mastermind of global terrorism and the architect of the Sept. 11, 2001, attack


Man shot while trying to rescue girl from attack

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 20-year-old Evergreen Avenue man was treated at St. Elizabeth Health Center after


HERMITAGE SCHOOLS Budget increases taxes and cuts staff

The average residential taxpayer will have to pay $120 more a year. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


LOCAL

LOCAL Koval stops opponent COLUMBUS -- Chris Koval, the young heavyweight from Austintown, went


Road map leads foes to a truce

Israel's pullout from Beit Hanoun offers a glimmer of optimism. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) --


MiniPage Teacher's Guide

MiniPage Teacher's Guide MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards.


Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune SPREADING THE WORD: National televangelist James Robison, who broadcasts his


TERRY MATTINGLY Medieval symbolism infuses 'Potter' novels

Harry Potter froze in terror as the hellish Dementors rushed to suck out his godfather's soul. But


WNBA AT A GLANCE

WNBA AT A GLANCE EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Detroit71.875-- New York64.6002


WEEKEND DRAWINGS

WEEKEND DRAWINGS Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-6-3 Pick 4, 3-0-0-4 Buckeye 5, 5-15-24-32-


Signs of faith

Signs of faith kTHE REV. JOHN REISS and the parishioners of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church on


MERCER COUNTY Program helps seniors buy market produce

Residents at least 60 years old and living on fixed incomes may be eligible. SHARON, Pa. -- Mercer


MILL CREEK METROPARKS Schedule of events

Activities planned in July at Mill Creek Metroparks. Wednesday: 7 p.m., 7-UP Summerfest Concert


TNT Hail 'Caesar' as a gem among epic miniseries

The production balances battle scenes with palace intrigue. By ED BARK DALLAS MORNING NEWS A


Alliance could jump leagues

With Austintown Fitch and Boardman about to begin their Federal League challenges, a lull has


YOUNGSTOWN Robert Bucci waives return

Vandals damaged new park equipment in less than a week. LEETONIA -- Village officials want


CRIMESTOPPERS Greater Youngstown

A rise in burglaries is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime:


SYD KRONISH | Stamps 2002 issues urge spaying, neutering

A new disease, monkeypox, has surfaced. It's a smallpoxlike virus never before found in the Western


NEED FOR BLOOD Procedure requirements

When a person donates a pint (one unit) of whole blood, their one donation may be processed into