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Hydrogen peroxide holds potential
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Hydrogen peroxide, a common chemical found in almost every medicine cabinet,
A healthy turnout at annual Heart Walk
The event at YSU's stadium raised $143,000 for medical research. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
COLUMBIANA PVR Club instills a love for riding
Bicycle riders will invade Firestone Park today for criterium races. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
MAHONING VALLEY A healthy turnout at annual Heart Walk
The event at YSU's stadium raised $143,000 for medical research. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
BROOKFIELD Girls get shots; dog is missing
Families say they were never notified the dog was no longer in quarantine. By TIM YOVICH
HEINZ FIELD Pitt overcomes Ball State, 42-21
After a sloppy start, the Panthers surged to their second victory. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh
Fitch gains 48-40 win over Cards
Canfield's Jamie McNally passed for 421 yards and three TDs in the loss. By JOE SCALZO
A strong 'Will' saves Buckeyes
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF COLUMBUS --Sometimes when it reigns, it pours. Just
State recognizes 4 area schools for achievement
At least 50 percent of pupils in qualifying schools meet low-income criteria. VINDICATOR STAFF
Author to present program about muscle disease
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Dr. Ronald E. Henderson, founder of the International Auto-Immune Disease
Talk turns to Akron's recovery
A live discussion will be at 8 p.m. on Wednesday on PBS channels 45 & amp;49. & lt;a
GIRARD Mayor offers residents plan to relocate homes
If the neighborhood along the river has anything, privacy is at the top of the list. By TIM YOVICH
MERCER COUNTY | Road work
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will be doing work in these areas this week. Pa.
CLEVELAND Emotional Sabathia keys Tribe past Twins
The father-to-be won his 13th game as Cleveland won 4-3. CLEVELAND (AP) -- C.C. Sabathia didn't
PITTSBURGH Is soft early season a plus or a minus?
The Panthers' first true test probably won't happen till Sept. 27. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- As
TRI-COUNTY LEAGUE United rolls past Leetonia 40-27
The Golden Eagles racked up 466 yards of total offense. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR
Suit alleges some residents steal satellite signals
More than 11,000 lawsuits have been filed across the country since late last year. & lt;a
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Robert W. Lister Jr., 25, of 3 South Quail, Fowler, and
Downtown ballet accommodates growth
The added studios broaden class offering to include jazz, yoga and others. By ROGER G. SMITH
TRUMBULL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Zuppo lifts Girard past Lakeview, 21-18
The Bulldogs' second-half rally fell short. By JAMIE TRINA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CORTLAND
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-6-5 Pick 4, 3-8-0-6 Buckeye 5, 1-6-7-24-36
NATIONAL LEAGUE Cubs rally again to overcome Reds with 9-6 triumph
Aramis Ramirez drove in the go-ahead run while Eric Karros had four RBIs. ASSOCIATED PRESS
INTER-COUNTY LEAGUE QB Ben Johnston lifts Range past rival Springfield
The Raiders stayed undefeated with a 13-7 overtime win. By DAVE DEVEREUX VINDICATOR
MIKE BRAUN A shocking development: no bighead carp in Glacier
Apparently, the reign of the bighead carp in Lake Glacier is over. Electroshocking of the lake
INJURY REPORT
NEW YORK (AP) -- The National Football League injury report for this week's games, as provided by
SCOTT SHALAWAY Spiders catch us in web of interest
I hate walking through spider webs. The silk sticks to my arms and face and gets on my clothes. But
AL WEST Slumping Mariners trying to hold on
After leading its division by eight games, Seattle has fallen far behind Oakland. SEATTLE (AP) --
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION St. William Church, Champion, 6-10 p.m., Sept. 19, 1-7 p.m. Sept. 21.
Smith has become Penguins' go-to guy
The sophomore was named top offensive player in the 16-13 loss to Kent State. & lt;a
BIG EAST Louisville thwarts Syracuse
Walter Reyes of Struthers scored on a 35-yard run for the Orange in a 30-20 loss. SYRACUSE, N.Y.
Fearless Americans
Fearless Americans Beth Daniel and Julie Inkster delivered a performance for the ages in the
BASEBALL STANDINGS
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York9156.619--z-8-2W-746-3045-
FRIDAY'S LATE BOXSCORES
AMERICAN LEAGUE MARINERS 7, ANGELS 4 ANAHEIMSEATTLE abrhbiabrhbi Figgins cf5012ISuzuki
PENN STATE-NEBRASKA Struggling traditional powers clash tonight
The Nittany Lions and Cornhuskers need a big win in TV battle. LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) -- Penn State
Hall of fame enshrines the late Korey Stringer
ABOVE, Kodie and Kelci Stringer, son and wife of the late Korey Stringer, acknowledge the crowd
Milestone for Mark Martin
Milestone for Mark Martin Mark Martin will make his 500th consecutive Winston Cup start in the
2003-04 SCHEDULE | Youngstown Phantoms
The Youngstown Phantoms Junior-A hockey club announced its entire 56-game schedule for the 2003-04
Board members vote to put Berry name on middle school
The board took an early look at the new East High School. & lt;a
hBaiting effort started against rabies' spread
hBaiting effort started against rabies' spread The Ohio Department of Health, with the support of
JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Rodkey is coach at Georgia Southwestern
AMERICUS, Ga. -- Jennifer Rodkey, former Austintown Fitch High and Bethany College basketball
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Olivia's Beau(R Tharps)6.404.003.00 Hillbilly Jack(G
Vandy plan won't catch on
Given all the opinion-voicing and hand-wringing that's been going on about Maurice Clarett, it was
Clarett enters innocent plea over misdemeanor
His attorney said that he never acknowledged exaggerating the items. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Attorneys
Parties are serious business
The retailer has opened a second, seasonal store for Halloween shoppers. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
IN THE CUP Area holes in one
Pat Vidis of Austintown aced the 131-yard 15th hole at Deer Creek Golf Course, using a 5-wood. The
"I'm overwhelmed. I think it's an indication that people understand the scope of the problem and
"I'm overwhelmed. I think it's an indication that people understand the scope of the problem and
AROUND THE HORN | Friday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 7, White Sox 4 BOSTON -- Johnny Damon drew three of Boston's 12 walks,
Leigh leads Ridge past Reserve; McDonald stops Jackson-Milton
Lowellville's shutout streak was ended in a 29-7 win over Mathews. BERLIN CENTER -- Levi Leigh
VIRGINIA TECH Crawford overcomes concerns over cancer
The senior defensive back missed time last season with a swollen lymph node. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP)
MAJOR LEAGUES Marlins respond to McKeon's challenges
Florida has the best record in baseball since Jack McKeon became manager. By HAL BOCK ASSOCIATED
Registration scheduled for Night School program
Registration scheduled for Night School program YOUNGSTOWN -- Registration for the first semester
WARREN Officer disciplined over nasty words
The officer issued a written apology. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A
Defense wants to burn films
Jamal Lewis' record-setting game was depressing. BEREA (AP) -- The lights darkened, and suddenly
NATIONAL LEAGUE Cunnae is bailing out the Braves as reliever
Promoted to the majors Aug. 7, Will Cunnane already has three saves. CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO --
COLLEGE FOOTBALL AT A GLANCE
FRIDAY'S GAME Toledo 24, Marshall 17 SUMMARY TOLEDO 24, MARSHALL 17 Toledo07107--24
Healthy Sanders now able to show her stuff
The South Range sophomore runner placed second in the Division III race. By JOE SCALZO
A.L. CENTRAL Tigers GM focuses on positives
Still, the team hasn't had a winning team in a decade. LOS ANGELES TIMES As the Detroit Tigers
NEW CASTLE, PA. Jameson residents endure flood
Heavy rains July 27 caused sewage to fill a personal care home. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
Rushing game is in need of CPR
Maurice Hall and Lydell Ross combined for just 3 yards. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Win a new Cavalier in Vindicator contest
Win a new Cavalier in Vindicator contest k The Vindicator's "Read to Win" contest resumes
NASCAR WINSTON CUP Martin downplays all the fuss over his milestone start
Only two other active drivers have made more consecutive starts than Mark Martin's 500. LOUDON,
FAMILY AFFAIR: Colin Beltran, 6, of Austintown, left, pushes his brother, Gage, 2, around the first
FAMILY AFFAIR: Colin Beltran, 6, of Austintown, left, pushes his brother, Gage, 2, around the first
GIRARD Ohio auditor investigates budget-draining projects
Mayor Melfi had asked the state auditor to review the projects. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Amputee returns to play again for San Jose
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- The San Jose State football player whose right leg was partially amputated
One soldier is singled out
Opinion: Lebanon (Pa.) Daily News: Jessica Lynch attained the goal she set for herself before joining the
NASCAR TRUCKS Spencer outduels Edwards to finish
Their trucks made contact late, sending Carl Edwards into the wall. LOUDON, N.H. (AP) -- Jimmy
Heavy rains soak John Deere Classic
SILVIS, Ill. (AP) -- The third round of the John Deere Classic was postponed by rain, and tournament
COLLEGE FOOTBALL No. 1 Oklahoma jolts Fresno State
The Sooners scored on their first six possessions en route to a 52-28 win. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Blaze ignites fireworks showroom
There was no explosion, and no injuries were reported. COLUMBIANA -- The state fire marshal's
RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Novosel applies heat for Missoula
In baseball lingo, players use smoke, heat and fireball to refer to a pitcher who can throw
Today is Sunday, Sept. 14, the 257th day of 2003. There are 108 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Sunday, Sept. 14, the 257th day of 2003. There are 108 days left in the year. On this date
Toledo defeats Marshall, 24-17
The Rockets handed the Herd just their second home loss in 52 games. HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) --
Schumacher back on pole for Italian race
MONZA, Italy (AP) -- World champion Michael Schumacher won the pole position for the Italian Grand
PREP FOOTBALL Officials try to sort out saga
The community is located on Long Island's south shore. BELLMORE, N.Y. (AP) -- While three football
Lawyers are leery of capital cases
There are fewer and fewer lawyers eligible for appointment to capital cases. By BOB JACKSON
ANN ARBOR Perry's 4 TDs ignite Michigan
An NCAA-record crowd of 111,726 saw the Wolverines blank Notre Dame 38-0. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP)
STANDINGS Wild card races
American League WLPctGB Boston8660.589-- Seattle8462.5752 National League WLPctGB
MAC WR-turned-QB powers Virginia
Marques Hagans, filling in for injured Matt Schaub, threw three TD passes. ASSOCIATED PRESS
AFC NORTH Ravens seek payback
The Browns are no longer the pushovers of the division. BALTIMORE (AP) -- There was a time when
Campbell edges Struthers in triple overtime
By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CAMPBELL -- George Malactaris' extra-point kick in the
STAMBAUGH STADIUM Ursuline is too much for Mich. team
The Irish ran for 282 yards and had 411 total yards in a 28-14 win. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Week 4 Scores
Chaney 20, Warrensville Heights 0 Lima Senior 14, Rayen 12 Painesville Harvey 41, Woodrow Wilson
Morgan looks ahead despite 0-2 start
By DAVE DEVEREUX VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NILES -- While the Cleveland Browns' 0-2 start places
NASCAR Harvick, Rudd have little talk while Helton listens
Reconciliation was the rivals' objective in front of the Winston Cup president. LOUDON, N.H. (AP)
HERMITAGE, PA. Fund-raising dinner to pay for extra stem cell transplant costs
Proceeds from the Oct. 13 spaghetti dinner will help Sam Swartz's cause. By HAROLD GWIN
Terrorists were responsible for 9/11, not airlines or WTC
Opinion: A federal judge has ruled that lawsuits filed by survivors of 9/11 victims can go forward on the
TENNESSEE Colquitt fifth punter in family
Dustin Colquitt followed his grandfather, father and two cousins into punting. KNOXVILLE, Tenn.
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
FOOTBALL WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA FRIDAY'S SCORES Aliquippa 35, Ellwood City 12 Apollo-Ridge 14,
Brian France assumes control of racing series
Bill France Jr. remains co-vice chairman but will cut back on his daily duties. LOUDON, N.H. (AP)
Bonds clubs 655th homer, needs 100 to catch Hank Aaron
Five more homers will tie the Giants slugger with Willie Mays. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry Bonds
Residents along coast prepare for storm
Some places were evacuated while residents in other areas laid in supplies. MANTEO, N.C. (AP) --
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS OSU's Plummer: NFL man's game
The cornerback weighed in on the Maurice Clarett saga. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
OHIO STATE NOTEBOOK From The 'Shoe
Injury: North Carolina State wide receiver Sterling Hicks left the game after straining his knee on
HORSE RACING Perfect Drift tops Congaree in Kentucky Cup
Perfect Drift has won four of six races this year. FLORENCE, Ky. (AP) -- Perfect Drift spoiled
More education is needed on pulmonary hypertension
Opinion: More education is needed on pulmonary hypertension EDITOR: I live with a rare and often
James can identify with Clarett's plight, offers friend support
CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James has just one wish for his close friend, troubled Ohio State running
Kicker George Malactaris capped Campbell's thrilling 41-40 victory over Struthers.
Kicker George Malactaris capped Campbell's thrilling 41-40 victory over Struthers. By PAUL
KEYSTONE CLIPS August rainfall keeps year on track to exceed average
August may not have been as damp as July in the Shenango Valley, but it was still a good bit wetter
SOCCER
SOCCER (MEN) Beaver Falls, Pa. -- Geneva scored three goals in the final 25 minutes to pull away
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates play spoilers again by stopping Phillies
Reggie Sanders had three hits, including a three-run home run for the Bucs. PITTSBURGH -- Reggie
BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL Jackson-Milton High -- is seeking coaches for the junior high boys and girls teams.
PITTSBURGH Phipps Conservatory begins renovation in hopes of boosting annual attendance
A new welcome center, cafe and tropical conservatory with waterfall are planned. PITTSBURGH (AP)
PA. PARKS McConnell's Mill and Moraine
A sleepover, an exhibit and various nature programs are on tap at McConnell's Mill and Moraine state
Erie-Lackawanna group schedules presentations, invites public to meeting
Erie-Lackawanna group schedules presentations, invites public to meeting LIBERTY -- The public
JACK WOLLITZ It pays to be an observant angler
Certain signs out on the water lift my spirits when I'm fishing. It's not that I'm ever
NEW CASTLE Official of Ornish program will lecture on self-healing
The doctor will speak about natural treatment options. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Dr. C. Neilson Herrick,
OLYMPICS United States committee clears reform with IOC
A key meeting takes place in Cleveland next month. DENVER (AP) -- The U.S. Olympic Committee
Myers' inside-the-park homer carries Blue Jays past Baltimore
Melvin Mora left the game after crashing into the outfield wall to make a catch. TORONTO (AP) --
COLUMBIA, MO. Smith's TD passes help Missouri roll
After a concussion last week, Brad Smith bounced back to aid a 37-0 romp. COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) --