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Blackout hearings leave lawmakers in the dark

The congressional probe has caused a cascade of finger-pointing. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Some


ENTERTAINMENT NBC-Universal merger is near, companies say

The deal would give NBC access to Universal's films. NEW YORK (AP) -- General Electric Co.'s NBC


'HIGH STRUNG' | A review Novel traces tragic life, unbelievable plot

Merle Winslow returns to her home in Ohio to reconnect pieces of her life. By THERESA M. HEGEL


MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Savvy consumer is getting groceries for 'free'

Dear Martin: I am eating free! I am ordering my groceries online every 18 days from


CORTLAND Family plans funeral for slain girl, 3

Services for the child will be Monday at Monument of Faith Church in Christ. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


First basemen pose a double threat

Cleveland beat Detroit, 7-4, on Monday. It was the 102nd loss for the Tigers. DETROIT (AP) --


Judge denies request to free Boardman man from prison

The judge ruled that an indefinite prison term was appropriate in this case. By BOB JACKSON


REGION

REGION Talks lead to progress for Wheatland Tube, union WHEATLAND, Pa. -- Progress was made in


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Ray J. and Denise Schindell, 639 Gary Drive, Hubbard, girl, Sept. 2.


Scrappers rained out

Scrappers rained out The Mahoning Valley Scrappers game against the Jamestown Jammers at Cafaro


MAHONING VALLEY As raindrops keep falling in area, flood-hit residents keep worrying

More than an inch of rain fell on the airport Monday. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER Dee


Lordstown zoning meeting scheduled

Lordstown zoning meeting scheduled Lordstown Village Board of Zoning Appeals will have an


Verba's injury opens door for Stokes

The well-traveled lineman will start at left tackle in the opener against the Colts. BEREA (AP) --


Heacock says YSU can still improve

The Penguins have another Div. II tuneup this week against Slippery Rock. By PETE MOLLICA


DEUTSCHE BANK Aussie Scott gets 1st win on PGA tour

Rocco Mediate finished second, while Tiger Woods tied for seventh. NORTON, Mass. (AP) -- A new


PHILADELPHIA Scientists begin AIDS vaccine tests on 1,300 volunteers

The vaccines previously prevented monkeys from acquiring full-blown AIDS. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --


Outstanding speed led Warren Harding to first state title

The Panthers turned a 13-0 halftime lead into a 41-8 rout over Upper Arlington. By BILL SULLIVAN


LEADERS

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HOW THEY FARED | YSU opponents

Edinboro (0-1) lost to YSU 35-11; next, at Ashland Saturday. Slippery Rock (0-0) did not play;


SEWING Rayon is touted as great transitional fabric

The biodegradable fiber is used for popular challis prints. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Cool,


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

FRIDAY XChili dinners will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 28 E. Park


Newest cop will be oldest on the force

Jones was recently the chief in Johnston Township but was fired earlier this year. By PEGGY


LOTTERY RESULTS

THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-7-9 Pick 4, 2-1-1-1 Buckeye 5, 1-12-21-


Invasion of zucchini

Invasion of zucchini k ABOUT THIS TIME, backyard gardens gush with massive zucchini. Learn 97


Carefully chosen collection can turn cocktail table into conversation piece

SCRIPPS HOWARD Cocktail tables, particularly those in the living room, can be showy. To accomplish


Lisotto to work during his case

Judge Lisotto doesn't believe the charges will hurt his credibility on the bench. By BOB JACKSON


SCOUTING REPORT | AFC West

DENVER BRONCOS 2002 record: 9-7. Coach: Mike Shanahan. Key additions: T George Foster (D-1),


NOTEBOOK | From the U.S. Open

Raining on coverage: The weather was totally uncooperative with the television networks covering the


LOCAL

LOCAL Stuvaints signed to practice squad PITTSBURGH -- Four rookies cut by the Pittsburgh


U.S. OPEN It takes a while, but Capriati reaches the quarterfinals again

The No. 6 seed napped through rain delays to defeat Elena Dementieva. NEW YORK (AP) -- Jennifer


Associated Press

Associated Press NUTRITIOUS SANDWICH: Rayce Thumm, 4, bites into a sandwich made with a slice of


YSU AWARDS Players of the week

MVR Offense: Mike Burns, 6-1, 240, senior fullback from Niles. MVR Defense: Brandon Brown, 6-1,


BOARDMAN Township seeks repeal of liquor license

The matter will be heard Sept. 24. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN --


Roads to close during 711 connector work

Roads to close during 711 connector work YOUNGSTOWN -- Robinwood Place at Dearborn Street will be


YSU AWARDS Burns, Cayson among winners

The two offensive standouts helped the Penguins to a 35-11 win. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


INFORMATION If you go

The Thomas Alva Edison Birthplace Museum is open 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday during April,


"Many of you may have heard the snakes hissing, the servants of the invaders, occupiers, infidels,

Opinion: "Many of you may have heard the snakes hissing, the servants of the invaders, occupiers, infidels,


Summary of recent police activity for Boardman:

Summary of recent police activity for Boardman: Aug. 26 Arrest: A 23-year-old man was arrested


NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE

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Agents arrest 6 in raid at Boardman motel

BOARDMAN -- Police and federal Drug Enforcement Administration agents arrested six people Tuesday


Pension ruling favors union

The mayor contends an arbitrator's exchange with a city attorney was off the record. By DENISE


PENNSYLVANIA Prison populations of women increase

The increase is attributed to more women criminals and tougher jail sentences. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


Clarett considers challenging NFL

The NFL does not allow players to enter the draft until three years after high school. COLUMBUS


Looking for help in fixing Kirkmere drainage woes

Opinion: Looking for help in fixing Kirkmere drainage woes EDITOR: My basement has been flooded twice


SCOUTING REPORT | NFC West

ARIZONA CARDINALS 2002 record: 5-11. Coach: Dave McGinnis. Key additions: WR Bryant Johnson


Titans are favorites in South, despite lack of 'star power'

ASSOCIATED PRESS When the Pro Bowl votes were announced last December, the Tennessee Titans were


STANDINGS Wild Card races

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Team ready to play for Porter

The All-Pro linebacker was released from a Denver hospital Monday. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Steelers


MAHONING COUNTY Ex-deputy pleads innocent to charges

The indictment also seeks forfeiture of two vehicles. YOUNGSTOWN -- Michael Terlecky, a former


Rams expected to be back on top in NFC West title race

ASSOCIATED PRESS The St. Louis Rams had their minds on the past when the 2002 season started,


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Cincinnati cruises past East Carolina, 40-3

Texas Christian held off a late rally to beat Tulane. ASSOCIATED PRESS CINCINNATI -- Gino


McKelvey to go to D.C. at Bush's invitation

McKelvey to go to D.C. at Bush's invitation YOUNGSTOWN -- Mayor George M. McKelvey is following up


Today is Wednesday, Sept. 3, the 246th day of 2003. There are 119 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Sept. 3, the 246th day of 2003. There are 119 days left in the year. On this


AROUND THE HORN Monday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 8, Yankees 1 TORONTO -- Roy Halladay pitched a four-hitter and tied


PITTSBURGH 'Labor priest' spreads word about the dignity of workers

All faiths teach about the dignity of workers and work, the priest said. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Known


ERIE Police work on robbery, bomb case

Authorities were expected to discuss the case at a news conference today. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- With


AUSTINTOWN Owner converts hotel off I-80 to Comfort Inn

Owners hope the franchise switch will bring in more national reservations. THE VINDICATOR,


Boy struck by vehicle

Boy struck by vehicle SALEM -- A 9-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle when he rode his bicycle


ICE HOCKEY

ICE HOCKEY Ice Zone in Boardman -- is where the Mooney/Ursuline High School Hockey Club will hold


COLUMBIANA Vote favors rezoning area south of S.R. 14

Council will take a final vote on the change Sept. 16. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


Station pumps up options for fuel

One station offers propane, natural gas, ethanol and other alternative fuels. SAN DIEGO (AP) --


WARREN New computer labs expand online access

The school also renovated its science labs over the summer. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


3-year-old Cortland girl still in critical condition

3-year-old Cortland girl still in critical condition CORTLAND -- A 3-year-old Cortland girl


AFC WEST PREVIEW Aging Oakland Raiders remain the best team

The Raiders are expected to be challenged by Denver and Kansas City. ASSOCIATED PRESS Jerry Rice


GIRARD Chamber showcases food event

The cuisine will be varied, including Italian, Oriental and baked goods. By TIM YOVICH


BOARDMAN Police, federal agents arrest 6 in raid at motel

Township police plan to make several more arrests. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Residents complain of students' behavior

Council decided to get tough with sidewalk repair problems. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR


United Way fund drive starts at amphitheater

The Trumbull County United Way hopes to raise $2.5 million this year. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR


Formal greeting awaits pupils as classes start

Louis Mamula, a 1940 Lowellville High School graduate, greets Lowellville pupils as they return to


HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER Poland rallies to top Red Dragons

P.J. Booth scored two goals, including the game-winner, for the Bulldogs. By JOHN KOVACH


CLEVELAND Contractor to be sentenced in tax case

The fugitive's brother helped the government convict a congressman. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR


HELOISE Hint requested on removing lingering odors in microwave

Dear Heloise: I am a teacher who works in a preschool day care. Every day, we heat up many microwave


THE AP TOP 25

THE AP TOP 25 The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football poll, with first-place


U.S. gives old allies a chance to reunite in rebuilding Iraq

Opinion: The United States is giving France and Germany an opportunity to take some giant steps in healing


AUSTINTOWN Owner converts motel off I-80 to Comfort Inn

Owners hope the franchise switch will bring in more national reservations. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


Officer accused of violations

The nine-year veteran will face an administrative hearing next week. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


BOARDMAN Township seeking repeal of station's liquor license

A hearing on the issue will be held Sept. 24. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Stokes moved to tackle

Stokes moved to tackle Barry Stokes, Cleveland's starting left guard last season, will start at


TRUMBULL COUNTY United Way campaign will open with rally

The goal is to raise $2.5 million to fund 140 programs. WARREN -- The United Way of Trumbull


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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COLUMBIANA COUNTY Opening slated for law library

Regulations require an elevator if the second floor is used for public offices. By NORMAN LEIGH


YOUNGSTOWN Police arrest 5 in gang

Guns found on two of the defendants likely will lead to more charges. By PATRICIA MEADE


Police charge 3 people accused in Niles counterfeit purchase

NILES -- Three people appeared in municipal court this morning on charges of buying items from a


AGENDA

AGENDA THURSDAY Eastgate Regional Council of Governments, Technical Advisory Committee meeting,


TOLEDO

TOLEDO Associated Press LOOKING FOR GRAVES: Joe Silas, a Lucas County auxiliary deputy, searches


A sweet deal: Daffin's Candies acquires Girard chocolate maker

THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO SHARON, Pa. -- Daffin's Candies has acquired Costello's Candies,


YOUNGSTOWN Pa. restaurateur sees future at river

The businessman wants to turn the riverfront restaurant into a destination. By ROGER G. SMITH


Mercer mayor is on eligible bachelor list

MERCER, Pa. -- The young mayor of Mercer says he feels honored to be featured in a teen magazine as


WNBA L.A. Sparks clinch playoff series over Lynx

Lost Angeles held on to defeat Minnesota 74-64. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Sparks needed every bit of


Cups for a cause benefit arts education network

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Companies have developed charity promotions around fashion products such


TRUMBULL COUNTY Festival to feature canoe rides

The festival will celebrate the county's history and the state's bicentennial. WARREN -- Canoe


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Young granddaughter exhibiting a problem with stealing

Dear Annie: My 6-year-old granddaughter, "Cindy," often brings things home from her friends' houses


REGIONAL AIRPORT Grant sought to lure Delta

The grant application contains a letter of support from Delta Airlines. STAFF/WIRE REPORT VIENNA


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Check This Out (V-G)13.405.203.60 Confused Genius


WESTERN PA. Flooding takes toll on roads and culverts

High-water signs were posted in Mercer County, too. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Heavy rains caused flooding


MERCER COUNTY Board accepts bid for paving

Commissioners also discussed using part of the jail for storage. BY MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR


WARREN New labs expand online access

The school also renovated its science labs over the summer. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


RECORDS August rainfall

The National Weather Service says 3.32 inches of precipitation fell on the Youngstown-Warren


Judge dismisses lawsuit

The judge said an employee failed to follow state law in making the claim. By NORMAN LEIGH


Clarett's season is in doubt

The troubled star faces a long suspension, coach Jim Tressel said. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State may


DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Volunteers make it their mission to help troops in Iraq

Twenty-eight-year-old Jeffrey Stine created 200 greeting cards to send to the troops in Iraq. His


OSU FOOTBALL

Associated Press ANNOUNCEMENT: Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel has announced that Youngstown