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HELPING HANDS | Volunteering

SHORT-TERM OPPORTUNITIES Alzheimer's Association: Volunteers needed to help with the association's


Parker Hannifin cuts 27 jobs because of demand slump

YOUNGSTOWN -- Parker Hannifin Corp. is cutting 27 salaried jobs from its Youngstown plant and two


ELIZABETH WETZL JOSHUA HAMM

ELIZABETH WETZL JOSHUA HAMM XMcDONALD -- Elizabeth A. Wetzl, a daughter of the Rev. Joseph and


REVIEW Keillor ventures from Wobegon

A rising writer, the Mafia and a top literary magazine all intertwine in 'Love Me.' By JEFF BAENEN


HERMITAGE, PA. Health network receives funding to expand medical, dental offices

A public hearing is set for 10 a.m. Sept. 25 in Mercer. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF


BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY Beloved Disciple Church, 321 N. Broad St., Grove City, Pa., 1 to 6 p.m.


FINAL STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB x-Auburn (Blue Jays)5618.757-- Scrappers (Indians)3836.51418


Pizzulo 50th is celebrated at church hall

XGIRARD -- Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Pizzulo Jr. of Girard were honored Aug. 1 at a dinner and reception


HELOISE Environmentally safe hints will kill weeds

Dear Heloise: I read your natural weedkiller solution before but did not need it at the time. Now I


JUST THE FACTS

What: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Wellness and Healing Program. Orientation sessions


Washington Post

Washington Post NOVICES: Seven youths walk in a procession around Wat Thai temple in Silver


Fitch grad serves with Peace Corps in western Africa

Her column, 'Letters from Africa,' will appear every Monday through October. By IAN HILL


Today is Friday, Sept. 5, the 248th day of 2003. There are 117 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Friday, Sept. 5, the 248th day of 2003. There are 117 days left in the year. On this date


Humiliating moments

Humiliating moments SEVENTEEN MAGAZINE TRAVELING PANTS For our recital last year, my dance


Getting ready for food, fun

Leroy Hostetter, above left, and Tom Bell, both of Columbiana, put racks of chicken on a grill for


TECHNOLOGY YSU program offers degree in digital TV work

TV stations must broadcast in digital format by 2007. YOUNGSTOWN -- In response to new federal


Tracking ancestors

Tracking ancestors A Washington, D.C., company charges $349 to use DNA from a person's cheek to


CANTON Plants must boost efficiency, Timken tells union leaders

Jobs will be cut if the plants don't become competitive, the company said. CANTON (AP) -- The


ALLYSON MILES JAMES JONES

ALLYSON MILES JAMES JONES XGIRARD -- Allyson Miles, 709 Florida Ave., McDonald, and James Jones,


REV. RICHARD A. SCHUMACHER God is revealed through diverse faiths

As a longtime student of the Scriptures, I consider myself to be a follower of the Gospel. This led


Patriots adding veterans in quest of another title

The newly-signed veterans also want their shot at an NFL championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS First,


Machinists union anticipates layoffs

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) -- The International Association of Machinists says the decision by Northwest


Bungards feted at family dinner on anniversary

XBERLIN CENTER -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bungard of Berlin Center was


PATRICIA SEACHMAN DEAN MOORE

PATRICIA SEACHMAN DEAN MOORE XWARREN -- The Rev. William Burns presided as nuptial vows were


REGION

REGION MVEDC seminar to focus on starting a business YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Economic


Helping children adapt to a baby in the family

ASSOCIATED PRESS To complement the release of the new video "Three Bears and a New Baby," Sesame


BILL ORDINE Imperial dealers have star quality

So, you're sitting at a blackjack table and you've had so many losing hands, you're convinced that


NATION In ailing economy, barter picks up among companies

Bartering is becoming crucial to more businesses. SAN JOSE KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS SAN JOSE,


Free-agent losses hit Eagles as Giants appear stronger

Philadelphia and New York are coming off playoff seasons. ASSOCIATED PRESS The Philadelphia


CLEVELAND Warren contractor is sentenced to prison

Nicolaus also will have to serve two years' probation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


U.S. RETAILERS In the business of tots' togs, it's a baby (clothing) boom

The economy may suffer, but people still want their kids to look nice. MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL STAR


SUSAN DALY STEVEN DIPASQUO

SUSAN DALY STEVEN DIPASQUO XPOLAND -- Susan Marie Daly and Steven Michael DiPasquo, both of 5722


HIGH FIVE The week's biggest hits

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


MORE HELP Books to check out

"Minnie and Her Baby Brother" (Candlewick Press) by Melanie Walsh. Lift-the-flap pages highlight all


FINANCIAL INDUSTRY Bankers' hours increase to cover every day of week

The growing number of branches has made banking more competitive. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- So much for


Rain-delayed

Rain-delayed The U.S. Open limped through another rain-soaked day, backing up a schedule that


ELAINE OMODIO MICHAEL BERESNI

ELAINE OMODIO MICHAEL BERESNI XAUSTINTOWN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place during a 4


HOTELS Booking online -- it's no big deal

Often, the off-line prices are better than the ones offered online. By ANDREA COOMBES KNIGHT


CELEBRATIONS The do's and don'ts of driver doughnuts

Many older drivers are growing weary of the post-race ritual. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- When Terry


WRITERS

WRITERS Religion columns The Vindicator is seeking columns from area religious leaders or people


STACY KEARNS DANIEL MITOVICH

STACY KEARNS DANIEL MITOVICH XYOUNGSTOWN -- Stacy Lynn Kearns and Daniel Paul Mitovich, both of


Miss Brown to wed Steven Moor in October ceremony

XPOLAND -- James and Joanne Brown, 4010 Via Cassia, are announcing the forthcoming marriage of their


Why did a child die?

Opinion: Once again, the public has legitimate questions about why a child has died, and once again the


GAIL WHITE Pull out the thorn that's keeping you in pain

I've been doing a lot of thinking lately. It started when I was listening to a friend, a friend


MAHONING VALLEY Consumers to face dramatic increase in natural gas costs

People shopping for a good deal on natural gas will be disappointed. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


CRAFTSMAN TRUCK SERIES Racing fans flip over Carl Edwards' signature move

The young driver does a backflip after every victory. ASSOCIATED PRESS Some drivers celebrate


GRADUATES

Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted, majors are listed if provided. CULINARY INSTITUTE OF


GIRARD State grant will upgrade city housing

The CHIP grant will be used to improve the city's housing stock. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


Tatiana Sazonova, Mark Anderson to be married in Virgin Islands

XPOLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Lewis L. Anderson of Poland are announcing the engagement of their son, Mark


Associated Press

Associated Press DELUGE OF PAPER: Technology entrepreneur Steve Kirsch displays junk faxes he


YESTERDAY'S QUESTIONS

YESTERDAY'S QUESTIONS kFIRST QUESTION, for a $20 Nemenz IGA gift certificate: Name the Ohio State


CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XEastern Ohio Pharmacists Association will meet at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday at Lucianno's


Kansas' corner of Route 66

RIVERTON, Kan. (AP) -- Waiting for her roast beef sandwich, Vicki Lawellin stood 595 miles from


STEPHANIE SPEECE THOMAS TARANTO

STEPHANIE SPEECE THOMAS TARANTO XBERLIN CENTER -- The Rev. Russell Libb presided at 3:30 p.m. Aug.


LEADERS

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. MOrdonez ChW13751985167.322 Jeter NYY9940473130.322


OHIO SCHOOLS Effort seeks to break hunger cycle

A hope is that more breakfasts will reduce absence and increase test scores. By JoANNE VIVIANO


AMERICAN LEAGUE Halter's walk-off home run leads Tigers past Tribe

Detroit must win seven of its last 24 games to avoid matching the 1962 Mets. DETROIT (AP) --


YOUNGSTOWN Name school for architect, panel says

Architect P. Ross Berry moved to Youngstown in 1861 to build a school. By JoANNE VIVIANO


BOMBING Friends think man was victim

An FBI agent said he'd never seen a collar-bomb device used in the U.S. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Living


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY 1st--High Noon Hannah8.604.204.80 Blue Snapper(W Irvine)7.205.60


"One should respect public opinion insofar as is necessary to avoid starvation and to keep out of

Opinion: "One should respect public opinion insofar as is necessary to avoid starvation and to keep out of


CITY SERIES Rayen's coach breaks the ice

The Tigers are 1-1 under first-year coach Brian Shaner. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua J. Noble, 25, of 8 Spring St., Struthers, and Meribeth


NICOLE MARCHIONDA ROBERT BUROSKY II

NICOLE MARCHIONDA ROBERT BUROSKY II XBOARDMAN -- Nicole Allison Marchionda, 733 Squirrel Hill


BROWNS Undrafted rookie WR Jones tries a second position -- cornerback

Injuries to the secondary created the need for the experiment. BEREA (AP) -- As he entered his


Survival tips for first year

By JEREMY GROSSMAN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Every year, students reluctantly head back to


LATIN GRAMMYS Singer Juanes takes 5 awards

Performers honored the late Celia Cruz with a tribute. MIAMI (AP) -- Three years ago, Juanes was a


HUNGRY CHILDREN Meals at school

The Children's Hunger Alliance is working throughout the state to ensure that all children eat


LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

WARREN -- Dr. Jagdish Patel of Warren has earned the title of certified medical director in long-


FIRST LOOK: Master Sgt. Rich Cornelius of Mineral Ridge gets his first look at his granddaughter, 1

FIRST LOOK: Master Sgt. Rich Cornelius of Mineral Ridge gets his first look at his granddaughter, 1


WARREN New on Vista Window's horizon: sunrooms

Starting out with 15 employees two years ago, the company employs 60. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN,


Sports fans can depend on ESPN's game site

Sports fans can depend on ESPN's game site How important is ESPN to pro sports fans? Imagine a


CAMPBELL Man faces multiple charges in dragging of officer

The driver intentionally used his vehicle to strike a cruiser, police said. By MARALINE KUBIK


Isabel Allende releases first children's book

Isabel Allende releases first children's book By MARIA-BELEN MORAN Associated Press Writer


ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events

NASCAR WINSTON CUP Chevy Rock & amp; Roll 400 Schedule: Today, qualifying (TNT, 3 p.m.);


"Consumers, business, legislators, law enforcement all have vital roles and responsibilities for

Opinion: "Consumers, business, legislators, law enforcement all have vital roles and responsibilities for


Billetts mark 70th anniversary at family dinner

XBOARDMAN -- The 70th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. William Billett, 7593 W. Parkside Drive,


SANDRA ROBERTS PAUL BINDAS JR.

SANDRA ROBERTS PAUL BINDAS JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- Sandra L. Roberts, daughter of Mike and Connie


TERRI CARLSON ERIC TREBILCOCK

TERRI CARLSON ERIC TREBILCOCK XWHEATRIDGE, Colo. -- The wedding of Terri Carlson and Eric


Gentiles to renew their nuptial vows in Florida on 50th anniversary

XST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Gentile, 1974 Hawaii Ave., formerly of Austintown,


Celebration set for the Hamptons on anniversary

XWARREN -- Howland United Methodist Church will be the setting at 3 p.m. Sept. 20 for a dessert open


HONORS

HONORS Pathologist wins award Dr. Jacqueline A. Wieneke, a staff pathologist at the Armed Forces


NEW

NEW Tackling cloning issues Michael West, president of Advanced Cell Technology, a Massachusetts


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Roy S. Salani, 40, of 3925 Kirk Road, Youngstown, and Denise


PATRICE BAKER CLAUDE BENTLEY III

PATRICE BAKER CLAUDE BENTLEY III XYOUNGSTOWN -- Claude W. Bentley III of Columbus and his bride,


By MICHELLE GUIDO

By MICHELLE GUIDO KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Most women have no qualms talking about deep


YOUNGSTOWN Man pleads to aiding suspect

All four men are expected to testify against Martin Koliser next month. By BOB JACKSON


NOTEBOOK | U.S. Open

Three in championships: Kim Clijsters, Justine Henin-Hardenne and Serena Williams are the first


YOUNGSTOWN YACAC hails results of children's literacy program

Both participating schools received $1,500 in books from Barnes & amp; Noble. YOUNGSTOWN --


WEEKLY OHIO FISHING REPORT

WEEKLY OHIO FISHING REPORT NORTHEAST OHIO Berlin Reservoir (Portage County) -- Anglers here are


In coal country, vineyard grows on strip-mined land

Virginia's coalfields are not known for fine wines. WISE, Va. (AP) -- David Lawson's vineyard


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go For directions and other information, contact the Kansas Historic Route 66


Iraqi cabinet's hard path

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: The appointment of the first post-Saddam Hussein Cabinet should mark a


WORKPLACE Female execs say women need to brag

Girls are taught not to talk about their achievements, two authors say. WASHINGTON POST The


THE INTERNET Bosses keep tabs on workers' computer use

New technology allows companies to keep a closer watch on employees. ASSOCIATED PRESS SEATTLE --


FOOTBALL Rock goal: stay close to YSU

Five games have been blowouts enjoyed by the Penguins. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


MILAN, OHIO Discover much at Edison museum

The mischievous boy grew into the inventor who kept his mischievous ways. By REBECCA SLOAN


WARREN Ex-contractor is sentenced to prison

Nicolaus also will have to serve two years' probation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Callaway Golf Co. to buy Top-Flite golf ball maker

CHICOPEE, Mass. (AP) -- The world's biggest golf club manufacturer will buy one of the nation's


NATION

NATION Hazard-warning switch leads to a recall by GM DETROIT -- General Motors will recall about


In first reading, council votes to give abatement to company

Council will schedule special meetings for the second and third readings. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


INVESTING

INVESTING Getting started You want to start investing, but you can barely make ends meet. Here


CLEVELAND Book shows portraits of homeless families

The purpose of the photos is to break stereotypes of homeless people. By CONNIE MABIN ASSOCIATED


WINSTON CUP Schedule

The 2003 NASCAR Winston Cup schedule with winners: Feb. 16 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla.


Airport again gets help in bid for federal grant

Opinion: If a letter of support from Delta Air Lines doesn't persuade the U.S. Department of Transportation


WOMEN'S NBA

WOMEN'S NBA Playoffs FIRST ROUND (Best-of-3) EASTERN CONFERENCE Detroit 2, Cleveland a


Summer food program feeds 2,400 children

Summer food program feeds 2,400 children YOUNGSTOWN -- More than 2,400 children were served meals


BECKY SHER | Hype Create your own yearbook

Did it seem like you and your friends were nowhere to be found in last year's yearbook? Little Miss


READING HELP Project Opportunity

Project Opportunity seeks volunteer tutors to help adults improve reading and writing skills.


Schools will reach out into the community

Schools will reach out into the community YOUNGSTOWN -- Several Youngstown city school


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Concerned parents should talk to the coach

Dear Annie: Over the summer, our school district hired a varsity basketball coach. My son will


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,2.15 2.28 Bank One, .84,39.3539.39 Clear Channel,


INDIANA Unbeaten paths lead to some local oddities

Take your old shoes along when you visit Milltown. Add them to the Shoe Tree. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --


NATIONAL LEAGUE Marlins' Beckett blanks Pirates; Florida stays atop wild card race

Pittsburgh's four-game winning streak against the Marlins was snapped. MIAMI (AP) -- The Florida


Open reception planned to honor Stratton jubilee

XBOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stratton, 7478 Salinas Trail, will be guests of honor during an


PITTSBURGH Does closing loom for Lazarus-Macy's as its sales slump?

The retailer will keep a close watch on the store's Christmas sales numbers. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


WASHINGTON Blackout hearings leave lawmakers in the dark

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


WEATHERSFIELD West Liberty Street residents try again to ban truck traffic

WEATHERSFIELD -- Residents of West Liberty Street are petitioning local officials to act to


MIDDLE EAST Leader Abbas quits in disgust

Israel bombed an apartment building but failed to kill Hamas leaders. RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) --


REVIEW Franken generates unmerited fuss

Some trimming would have improved 'Lies' and its attack on the right. By HAL BOEDEKER ORLANDO


MERCER COUNTY COURT Man who shot at teens must get mental testing

The teenagers were leaving his property when the man opened fire. MERCER, Pa. -- A man who shot at


AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, White Sox 4, 10 innings CHICAGO -- David Ortiz homered in consecutive


Hensley-Dominic wedding is set for late October

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Announcing their engagement are Mary Catherine Hensley and Kevin Paul Dominic, both


In these troubled times, it's good to have President Bush

Opinion: In these troubled times, it's good to have President Bush EDITOR: The presidential race is on


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

AMERICAN LEAGUE TIGERS 6, INDIANS 5 11 innings CLEVELANDDETROIT abrhbiabrhbi Crisp


DETROIT UAW, Big Three work on contract

Negotiators work to avoid a strike as foreign automakers grow stronger. DETROIT (AP) -- A deal


MAHONING COUNTY Chiefs group blasts incarceration rate

An FBI agent says something in Mahoning County is 'definitely wrong.' By PATRICIA MEADE


JAMES AND MORRIS CAREY \ On the House Set in stone? Avoid mix-up over concrete

Whether a project is small -- like steps -- or large like a patio, figuring how much concrete you


NEW YORK More wet than sets as U.S. Open battles delays

There were 110 matches on today's schedule. NEW YORK (AP) -- The soggy U.S. Open limped through


YOUNGSTOWN Ceremony unveils children's art center

The first SMARTS sessions in the new Adler Art Academy is to begin Oct. 1. By DEBORA SHAULIS


MINDFUL MEDITATION Pain and stress targeted in class

The technique is meant to be used alongside traditional medicine, an instructor says. By TRACEY


ERIE, PA. Photos of collar released in robbery, bomb case

The device had attached the bomb to victim Brian Douglas Wells. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- A pizza


SUSAN WALSH RALPH ANGIULI

SUSAN WALSH RALPH ANGIULI XCANFIELD -- Vows were exchanged by Susan A. Walsh of Youngstown and


MAHONING COUNTY Indictments

A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday. Three people were secretly indicted on


PARENTING Planning helps when the kids are flying alone

Plan ahead and cover all the bases to prevent anxiety for you and your kids. KNIGHT RIDDER


OHIO STATE McDaniels: Clarett can succeed despite obstacles

The Warren Harding coach said Maurice Clarett should focus on being a student this year. By BRIAN


TOP WINNERS | Latin Grammy Awards

Song of the Year: "Es Por Ti," Juanes Pop Album by a Duo or Group with Vocal: "Caraluna," Bacilos


MAUREEN KUSHMA ROBERT LACIVITA

MAUREEN KUSHMA ROBERT LACIVITA XYOUNGSTOWN -- Monsignor Lawrence Fye officiated at noon Aug. 2 at


GINA SWICK CHARLES KASBEE JR.

GINA SWICK CHARLES KASBEE JR. XCOLUMBUS -- Maui, Hawaii, was the honeymoon destination of Charles


PITTSBURGH Man kills self after mother's death

The 62-year-old son had lived with and taken care of his 85-year-old mother. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A


TENNIS FASHIONS History of court styles served up in striking book

Styles have evolved over the years into comfortable steer clothes. NEW YORK (AP) -- Long before


A story Wednesday quoted Pat Nicastro of Brookfield as saying residents in that township pay more

A story Wednesday quoted Pat Nicastro of Brookfield as saying residents in that township pay more


SURPLUS CLOTHING

SURPLUS CLOTHING Fifth Avenue Community Church, 1361 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, Fine Linens-n-Things


SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Cafaro Field

Saying good-bye: Scrappers players will go their separate ways. Some will return home for a short


Coming Sunday

A look back at the Mahoning Valley Scrappers' 2003 season.


LIQUOR LICENSES

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these permits. PERMITS ISSUED Aldacan


AMANDA KRYSZAK JOE CATHELINE

AMANDA KRYSZAK JOE CATHELINE XAURORA, Ill. -- The wedding of Amanda Kryszak and Joe Catheline,


Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune MAGAZINE: Revolve is the first Bible published in a magazine format.


COLUMBIANA COUNTY Sheriff's department hires its 1st full-time female deputy

The new deputy puts the department back up to full strength. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM


AUSTINTOWN Snyder's lays off 15 employees at its distribution center

Snyder's has a tax abatement that's tied to employment levels. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO


Bush should use Valley as his manufacturing lab

Opinion: The numbers are chilling: Of the 2.8 million jobs the U.S. economy has lost since early 2001, 2.4


For human ways are under the eyes of the LORD, and he examines all their paths.

For human ways are under the eyes of the LORD, and he examines all their paths. Proverbs 5:21


WALL STREET Analysts report many new highs

NEW YORK (AP) -- Wall Street pushed to a series of new highs this past week after upbeat economic


NILES Group lists 25 projects aimed at flood repairs

The sewer-rate increases may be considered at the next council meeting. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


LOTTERY RESULTS

SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 6-8-1 Pick 4, 6-6-0-7 Buckeye 5, 12-22-29-31-32


STRUTHERS Owner finds missing pet among dogs

A search for a gun was unsuccessful at the house full of neglected dogs. By MARALINE KUBIK


MAHONING COUNTY Lisotto to work during his case

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


GETTING IT RIGHT

UA story Thursday incorrectly stated that a waterline project in Braceville will be paid with an


WARREN CPA pleads guilty to theft

The CPA has agreed to pay $450,000 in restitution and to surrender his license. WARREN -- A 36-


Huckleberry expert hopes cultivation effort bears fruit

Huckleberries are finicky about their environment. SANDPOINT, Idaho (AP) -- They call it purple


Screenings for children

Screenings for children BOARDMAN -- The Mahoning County Help Me Grow program offers a health and


BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Steven and Susan Woolley, 5690 Loretta Blvd., Boardman, girl, Sept. 4. Jason and


CLEVELAND Contractor to be sentenced in tax case

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


STANDINGS Wild card races

American League WLPctGB Boston8158.583-- Seattle8158.583-- National League WLPctGB


TRUMBULL COUNTY Commissioners strive to start waterline work

Arsenic was found in 38 residential wells and the water supply for an school. By STEPHEN SIFF


Suspension hangs over Buckeyes

Officials are still readying a response to NCAA allegations. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Defending national


YSU

YSU Soccer YOUNGSTOWN -- Lauren Bracco scored two goals and Christine Goodfellow added one as


WARREN Agency wouldn't help, girl's mother says

The defendant's son told her in court to 'quit crying and tell the truth.' By PEGGY SINKOVICH


TRUMBULL COUNTY United Way fund drive starts at amphitheater

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


The Penguins breezed to their second straight victory of the season, 45-12.

The Penguins breezed to their second straight victory of the season, 45-12. By PETE MOLLICA


NFL PREVIEW Tonight's game

NEW YORK JETS (10-8) at WASHINGTON (7-9) Game time: 9. Television/radio: WYTV (33), WEWS (5), WTAE


Petro keeps promise to Valley

Opinion: Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro has earned the respect and gratitude of the Mahoning Valley's


PHILADELPHIA DNA prompts the retrial of death row inmate

If he is exonerated, Yarris will be the first inmate freed from death row by DNA evidence.


COLUMBIANA CO. 4 people are arrested in drug operation

The suspects were doing about a half-million dollars worth of business annually. By NORMAN LEIGH


Taste of Girard details

Taste of Girard details GIRARD -- West Main Street from State Street to Market Street will be


9/11 survivor to speak

9/11 survivor to speak POLAND -- Tom Wagner, a civil engineer who survived two attacks on the


Who offers fun and fitness? The answer is Y

The new D.D. and Velma Davis Family YMCA, 45 McClurg Road, Boardman, is offering tours of the


GENETIC RESEARCH Breakthroughs can help solve origin questions

One company helps black Americans trace ancestry back to Africa. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Thirty


COLLEGES

COLLEGES SOCCER WOMEN Westminster 1, Mount Union 0 -- Freshman forward Christa Andamasaris, a


'Teen-age Terrors' raising expectations

The teen drivers matched skills and won against Darlington Raceway. By MIKE HARRIS ASSOCIATED


Two reservists' return home delivers sweet surprises

By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER VIENNA -- Ten-year-old Alan (A.J.) Vandootingh and


EAST PALESTINE Grant will aid in fire department's Haz-Mat emergencies

East Palestine and East Liverpool have the two Haz-Mat units in the county. By NANCY TULLIS


MARKETING Lawsuits, rulings pose strong threat to bulk-fax industry

About 100 lawsuits targeting junk faxes are pending nationwide. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Graphic


Authorities seek cause of auto body shop fire

Authorities seek cause of auto body shop fire DAMASCUS -- Fire officials are seeking the cause of


The Vindicator

The Vindicator EDISON'S BIRTHPLACE: The Thomas Alva Edison Birthplace Museum is in Milan, about 15


Finale goes up in smoke

By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- Cafaro Field vanished in a milky film of