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"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
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
PAPERBACKS BOUND TO PLEASE
Phillips' wry and ironic tale about a new lost generation takes place in 1990s Budapest, Hungary,
Post-war sales activity is increasing
KNIGHT RIDDER The fashion industry may be shadowed by gloom and doom lately, but NPD, a group that
NEED FOR BLOOD Procedure requirements
When a person donates a pint (one unit) of whole blood, their one donation may be processed into
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
CRIMESTOPPERS Greater Youngstown
A rise in burglaries is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week: Crime:
YOUNGSTOWN Robert Bucci waives return
Vandals damaged new park equipment in less than a week. LEETONIA -- Village officials want
Alliance could jump leagues
With Austintown Fitch and Boardman about to begin their Federal League challenges, a lull has
TNT Hail 'Caesar' as a gem among epic miniseries
The production balances battle scenes with palace intrigue. By ED BARK DALLAS MORNING NEWS A
MILL CREEK METROPARKS Schedule of events
Activities planned in July at Mill Creek Metroparks. Wednesday: 7 p.m., 7-UP Summerfest Concert
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
BUCKEYE GIRLS STATE Local delegates Eighty-nine delegates from Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties were among about 900 high school juniors participating in the American Legion's annual Buckeye
MAHONING COUNTY Amanda Benner, Alliance (West Branch): state board of education. Hillary Craig,
Signs of faith
Signs of faith kTHE REV. JOHN REISS and the parishioners of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church on
WEEKEND DRAWINGS
WEEKEND DRAWINGS Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-6-3 Pick 4, 3-0-0-4 Buckeye 5, 5-15-24-32-
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
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune SPREADING THE WORD: National televangelist James Robison, who broadcasts his
MiniPage Teacher's Guide
MiniPage Teacher's Guide MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards.
Road map leads foes to a truce
Israel's pullout from Beit Hanoun offers a glimmer of optimism. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) --
LOCAL
LOCAL Koval stops opponent COLUMBUS -- Chris Koval, the young heavyweight from Austintown, went
HERMITAGE SCHOOLS Budget increases taxes and cuts staff
The average residential taxpayer will have to pay $120 more a year. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
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
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
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
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
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
CLEVELAND Judge sentences Dragelevich in tampering case
By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF CLEVELAND -- After leaving the federal courthouse a
BUDGET Austintown police
A breakdown of what township trustees expect to spend this year on police as of June. Total is
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
POLAND Walgreens faces residents' opposition to store
Walgreens has no comment about the situation. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Tigers 4 BOSTON -- Pedro Martinez picked up his first victory since
WARREN Landfill gas presents 'urgent health hazard'
The EPA has a list of issues the landfill managers must resolve. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
WIMBLEDON RESULTS
WIMBLEDON RESULTS Thursday At The All England Lawn Tennis & amp; Croquet Club Wimbledon,
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
910th receives warm welcome
More members of the 910th will be returning home Friday. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF
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.
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
Scholarship applications
Scholarship applications YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Italian Heritage Foundation is accepting
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS XCrafters are invited to participate in a Camelot Center Therapeutic Riding Program
LANDFILL GAS | Warren Township
Hydrogen sulfide, which smells like rotten eggs, can irritate a person's eyes, nose and throat;
COURTS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas J. Assion, 25, of Boardman, and Lisa M. Kaneski, 22,
FAST FACTS \ Human blood
An adult body contains 10-12 pints of blood. It takes about 6-10 minutes to donate a pint of
11 men to face charges of planning terror strikes
11 men to face charges of planning terror strikes WASHINGTON -- The federal government has accused
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Bunny B. (J.Felix)8.605.803.40 Minerva Lights (B.Cacha-
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
NBA DRAFT No surprise: Pistons pick Darko
Milicic became the highest-drafted European player in draft history. COMBINED DISPATCHES
AL CENTRAL Royals top Tribe -- again
Kansas City is 8-1 against Cleveland this season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Winning never gets old to Jose
WASHINGTON FOOTBALL Neuheisel makes bid to stay as coach
Several prominent coaches have come to his defense. SEATTLE (AP) -- Suspended Washington coach
Senior Olympian
Senior Olympian Girard resident Findley Boyd achieved success recently in the 2003 Senior
BASEBALL Gonzalez mulls Montreal trade
The Rangers slugger will likely wait until Saturday to make a decision. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) --
VOLLEYBALL Boyd competes in Senior Olympic event
The long-time player helped his team place fifth in this year's tournament. BY JOHN KOVACH
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
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
NBA DRAFT Cavaliers hope 'King James' brings crown to Cleveland
As expected, the Cavs selected LeBron James with their first pick. CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron
Firefighter treated
Firefighter treated SHARPSVILLE -- A firefighter was treated for heat exhaustion while battling a
Retailers prepare for tax increase
The higher sales tax will be in effect through June 30, 2005. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
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,
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) --
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
WORK TIPS | Intern advice
Top 10 tips for interns: 1. Don't be afraid to talk with people. People are sometimes too busy to
BASEBALL
BASEBALL McCune Park in Canfield -- is where Canfield Baseball Club will stage a tournament for
DESIGNS Ethnic culture has become a fashion commodity
Trendy shirts serve as billboards for ethnic slogans. LOS ANGELES TIMES Leah Moss' favorite
US SENIOR OPEN SCORES
US SENIOR OPEN SCORES Thursday At Inverness Club Toledo, Ohio Purse: $2.6 million Yardage:
Pool house cleaning pact
Pool house cleaning pact YOUNGSTOWN -- The city park board has awarded a contract not to exceed
Associated Press
Associated Press CHANGE: Imams, from left, Muhammad Quadir, Hatim Hamidullah, Muhammad Musri,
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY "Blood Drive" from 1 to 6 p.m. July 1 at Poland. "What's
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)91.900-- Scrappers (Indians)64.6003 Batavia
Lietzke survives final-round fright
He held off Tom Watson to gain his first major championship in 53 tries. TOLEDO (AP) -- Tom Watson
EPA muzzle tightens
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: The Environmental Protection Agency's first comprehensive report on the state of
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
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
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
WNBA ROUNDUP Thursday's games
Fever 94, Sun 90 2OT UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- Tamika Catchings scored 25 points, including the go-
ISLAM Imams fulfill new duties in U.S.
The role of Muslim prayer leaders in America is changing. ASSOCIATED PRESS A Lebanese man living
YOUNGSTOWN City prohibits skating within one mile of downtown
Officials say skateboarders pose a threat to pedestrians. By ROB MEYER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
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 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
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
LISTINGS | Vacation Bible School
Bethel Church of God in Christ, 3147 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown. Theme: SCUBA: Super Cool Undersea
WUSA AT A GLANCE
WUSA AT A GLANCE WLTPtsGFGA Boston642201920 Atlanta52419239 Washington532172117 San
Internet schooling provides alternatives to public classes
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Tribe takes 'Battle of Ohio'
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jason Davis gave himself an early jolt before getting a bigger boost from his
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS XMill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will meet at 6 p.m.
Mulhern dumps slump, doubles twice
The Scrappers recorded 18 hits while snapping a three-game losing streak. & lt;a
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
"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."
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
WIMBLEDON Talented teenager advances to third round
Siberia's Maria Sharapova has been called the next Anna Kournikova, only better. WIMBLEDON,
THURSDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS
THURSDAY'S SPORTS TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL--Suspended Cleveland RHP Jason
ACC EXPANSION Big East trying to keep Miami
Miami president Donna Shalala said the school will decide by Monday. CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) --
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Melissa Warner and Eddie Chacon, 700 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield, girl,
FIGHT SCHEDULE
FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Tonight At The Tropicana (ESPN2), Atlantic City,
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL Tri-T Pony Campbell Black 7, Poland Tangiers 6 -- Phil Farmintino pitched seven innings
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
CRIME SOLVER
CRIME SOLVER Mercer County An armed robbery is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this
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 --
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
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
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
A real sign of commitment
The winner wanted to inspire others to make an impact. & lt;a href=mailto:kubik@vindy.com
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
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT UIt was incorrectly reported in an article Thursday about the bribery trial of
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
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.052.12 Bank One, .84,37.8137.83 Clear Channel, 41.81
YOUNGSTOWN Robert Bucci agrees to return
Vandals damaged new park tables and trash cans in less than a week. LEETONIA -- Village officials
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
Tear down school, grads say
The project is estimated at $170 million. & lt;a href=mailto:dick@vindy.com & gt;By
NOTEBOOK | From Wimbledon
Blake's attitude problem: James Blake acknowledges he needs to inject some confidence into his game.
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)
Chief wants city to disband police auxiliary unit
Police Chief Marty Kanetsky says liability was a key factor in his decision. & lt;a
MAHONING COURTS Civil lawsuits swamp judges
Judges say neither the state nor the county can afford a sixth judge. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
England dreams rest on Henman
Andre Agassi and Serena Williams look to lead a strong American field. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) --
Competition will stop Mexican production of the original VW bug.
Competition will stop Mexican production of the original VW bug. MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexicans
Living in Harmony
Residents say they wouldn't live anywhere else. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
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
AUSTINTOWN Staffing dispute stalls pact for police
A union attorney said negotiations have been frustrating. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Word updates give new meanings to Merriam-Webster dictionary
The Web and baby boomers have influenced additions to the book. SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) -- A
TELEVISION
TELEVISION 1. "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," CBS. 2. "CSI: Miami," CBS. 3. "Everybody Loves
MERCER COUNTY Officials award pacts for new jail
A commissioner says new-jail construction will start soon. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials delay buying voting system
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County voters won't be using touch-screen voting this year. County
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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GIRARD Destroy businessman's gun, judge orders
The prosecutor had a credibility problem with his own witness. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
NUTRITION PROGRAMS In the area
MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in
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
Bicentennial garden party to be a blue-ribbon event
Fund-raising festivities will feature a patriotic theme. YOUNGSTOWN -- Friends of Fellows
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
Scenic property requires work
A proposal is pending to close part of a remote road used by offenders. & lt;a
FASHION Valley native's clothing suits 'Legally Blonde'
A Nanette Lepore creation also showed up on 'Sex in the City.' By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR
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
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,