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TODAY

TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to


7 of 9 school districts' levies fail

Only Jackson-Milton and Joseph Badger passed levies Tuesday. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


WEST SIDE Bad gasoline leaves visitor in a fix

A spokeswoman promised the station's insurance will pay for the repairs. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY


HOUSTON Incident dilutes Rocket's success

Clemens' showing was overshadowed by an ejection from his son's game. HOUSTON (AP) -- Roger


These memories are golden

The memories are a little fuzzy, but I think I like them that way. I'm 5 years old and I'm sitting


BATTLE AT THE BRIDGES Clutch putting helps Woods win made-for-TV event

RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif. (AP) -- The "Battle at the Bridges" was supposed to be about power. Typical


SPECIAL ELECTION | Results

TRUMBULL COUNTY Warren City 0.5-percent income tax for safety forces For: 3,217 Against: 2,224


MAHONING COUNTY Commissioners weigh whether to accept donation of building

The building could house offices other than those of Job and Family Services. By BOB JACKSON


NY-PENN LEAGUE Slumping Scrappers return home tonight

Mahoning Valley has lost eight of its last 10 games. AUBURN, N.Y. -- The Auburn Doubledays


Supply concerns, rising demand keep fire under oil prices

World events are keeping oil traders edgy. WASHINGTON (AP) -- With oil futures roaring past $44 a


MUSIC Devoted fans can't get enough of ZZ Top

The trio has been together since 1969 with the original lineup. By BEN WENER ORANGE COUNTY


2 South Africans plotted attacks at home, cop says

One report says the QE2 was a target. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (AP) -- Two South African men --


MAHONING COUNTY School board member draws fire for voicing opinions

A state group thinks a board speaks through its voting record. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF


NBA Robert Traylor is getting another try with Cavs

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Free agent forward Robert "Tractor" Traylor is returning for a second stint with


'SOUTH PARK' Show to debut in syndication, mmmmkay?

ZAP2IT.COM The boys of "South Park" will be coming to a broadcast station near you -- 85 percent


Toasty, man, toasty

Toasty, man, toasty kGRILLING is great for specialty breads, bringing out hidden flavors. Then top


TOASTY GRILLING

By LAURA S. MEYN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT SUMMER GRILLING SEASON is in full swing, but while


PRESIDENTIAL RACE Bush, Kerry campaign in same city, same day

Kerry has crossed paths with the president's supporters. CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) -- President Bush is


Abuse wasn't ordered, says investigator

Lynndie England's attorney wished to question Bush administration officials. KNIGHT RIDDER


DAN K. THOMASSON The '04 race: Rich white guy vs. rich white guy

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Pittsburgh Post-Gazette cartoonist Rob Rogers puts his finger on the anomalies of


REGION

REGION Value City displays Club V BOARDMAN -- Value City Department Store will offer a sneak


Attorney hired

Attorney hired HOWLAND -- Township trustees voted this morning to hire Atty. Patricia Spencer of


Too many questions remain about downtown property

Opinion: Too many questions remain about downtown property EDITOR: The July 25 article, &


Tillman was hero to Smith and U.S.

BEREA (AP) -- Pat Tillman was a personal hero to Terrelle Smith long before he died an American one.


Pickled beets recipe can make grateful family

Dear Heloise: I've seen a pickled beets recipe in your column, but have never saved it. Now my


Five are inducted into hall of fame

The hall-of-fame display is in the commercial building. LISBON -- Professional football is the


"It's been almost three years since the terrorists brought war to our homeland. We saw a foe whose

Opinion: "It's been almost three years since the terrorists brought war to our homeland. We saw a foe whose


MAKEUP Gear up summer makeup by getting out of neutral

Designer sees color as a mood enhancer minus chemicals. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Poppy King


MISSOURI Voters push to ban gay marriage

Threats against homosexuals were made to one group's office. COMBINED DISPATCHES JEFFERSON CITY,


HOMELAND SECURITY Details of terrorism plot elude officials

The full extent and time line of the possible plot haven't been determined. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


HOW HE SEES IT Anti-fat funding needs robust debate

Opinion: By RADLEY BALKO LOS ANGELES TIMES Federal officials have announced that Medicare is open to


HURRICANE ALEX Worst of storm spares the coast

Alex grew to hurricane strength early Tuesday. BUXTON, N.C. (AP) -- Hurricane Alex, stronger than


OHIO

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-0-0 (white ball) Pick 4, 6-4-6-6 Buckeye 5, 3-4-5-21-24 Mega


Raccoons to get rabies vaccine

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Two planes will drop nearly 100,000 packets of raccoon rabies vaccine Thursday


MAHONING VALLEY July: a rainy month, but no broken records

Valley residents and businesses received more than $3.5 million in aid. By DAVID SKOLNICK


BONNIE ERBE Should conservatives hope for Bush defeat?

Opinion: Two writers for the Economist magazine last week posited five reasons why conservatives "might cheer


Funny money

Funny money By almost any measure, the Olympics flunk basic economics. But cities keep slugging it


Niles pact talks go to arbitrator

A second mediation session is set for next week, if needed. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR


BRIDGE

Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x 10 6 5 3 u 4 v K 10 5 w A K Q 10 8 WEST EAST


MARY KAY LETOURNEAU Teacher who had sex with boy gets out of prison

GIG HARBOR, Wash. (AP) -- Mary Kay Letourneau, the one-time grade-school teacher whose seduction of


& lt;B & gt;AMY, & lt;/B & gt; Mildred Stokes, 74, of Kinsman;

& lt;B & gt;AMY, & lt;/B & gt; Mildred Stokes, 74, of Kinsman; visitation Saturday


SPRINGFIELD SCHOOLS District makes case for renewal

Levy renewal proponents have been getting the word out. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


Tax to add police in Warren

The tax generates about $4.6 million annually for the safety forces. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


Elections board subpoenas 3 men

WARREN -- The Trumbull County Board of Elections has issued subpoenas to three men associated with


Eller's patience pays off: Former Viking honored

The fearsome defensive end played in four Super Bowls. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Success came quickly


Dispute arises over insurance

Few vehicles in the fleet are worth more than the deductible, one director said. By STEPHEN SIFF


Man is jailed on rape and assault charges

SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- Police said a Sharon man was jailed on rape and other charges after an assault


Ex-Marlin Penny shines as Dodgers topple Bucs

The new Los Angeles pitcher limited Pittsburgh to no runs and two singles. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- At


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)339.786-- Batavia (Phillies)2123.47713


Today is Wednesday, Aug. 4, the 217th day of 2004. There are 149 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Aug. 4, the 217th day of 2004. There are 149 days left in the year. On this date


Trump goes for net profit and promotes tennis

Trump goes for net profit and promotes tennis NEW YORK -- He's hired! Donald Trump is helping the


Mega Millions winner

Mega Millions winner YOUNGSTOWN -- Robert M. Bosly of Youngstown won $175,000 for matching five of


Man slashes kids, teachers in attack at kindergarten

Man slashes kids, teachers in attack at kindergarten BEIJING -- A gatekeeper at a Beijing


LAWRENCE, MERCER Counties look to spark projects

Lawrence County has two projects it will pitch to state officials; Mercer, one. By HAROLD GWIN


OHIO STATE BAR ASSOCIATION Group criticizes judge's materials

The judge says the criticism is a 'badge of honor.' By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER


CABLE Sundance to air Franken's show

Air America's chairman said the change will increase the show's exposure. NEW YORK (AP) --


Guinea pigs are a popular animal in the Pocket Pets class.

Guinea pigs are a popular animal in the Pocket Pets class. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM


COLUMBUS Police: Man sold drugs to cop in cruiser

The drug buy took place after several meetings. MOUNT STERLING, Ohio (AP) -- Undercover officers


DEATH ROW CASE Man, 74, set to be executed in Ala.

Advocates are trying to get the elderly, ill man's sentence commuted. LOS ANGELES TIMES ATLANTA


LEADERS

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AFL-CIO headquarters reports equipment theft

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Burglars broke into state AFL-CIO headquarters over the weekend and stole an


AROUND THE NFL Training camps news and notes

Raiders: Tim Brown is certain his days as in Oakland are over. The 38-year-old receiver told several


Winslow's contract holdout continues

His asking price may have gone up in recent days, and no end appears in sight. BEREA (AP) --


Dealership helps fight breast cancer

Ever dream of driving a sleek BMW X3 or getting behind the wheel of a sporty BMW M Coupe? Thursday


Murder suspect fails to appear in court

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are still looking for a man charged with killing his girlfriend. A warrant


One-time SBC fee

One-time SBC fee LISBON -- SBC customers in Columbiana County will have a one-time $2.50 charge


Lordstown's Cavalier keeps up sales slump

Domestic automakers continue to lose market share to Asian rivals. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS Sales of


CAN YOU DIG IT? Use your creativity

The directions for the garden's apron and gloves may be found at Disney Online's FamilyFun on the


HOW HE SEES IT Social trends support Republican growth

Opinion: By JAMES K. GLASSMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Watching John Kerry give his acceptance speech,


MURDER TRIAL Jurors hear how Peterson added adult channels on TV

Laci Peterson had ordered TV service without those options in 2001. REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) --


Finch ready for Athens games

The softball standout has left her ego behind as she sets her sights on the gold. By CHRIS DAVIS


CINCINNATI MASTERS Unheralded Hrbaty snaps Federer's match streak

The world's top-ranked player lost to his former doubles partner. MASON, Ohio (AP) -- Top-ranked


OLYMPIC BASKETBALL Not so dreamy: Italy's shooting dooms U.S. team

The drubbing was the most one-sided loss ever for a U.S. team of NBA players. COLOGNE, Germany


Q & amp;A Paris Hilton: in the pink and loving it

There is no slowing down the star of 'The Simple Life.' WASHINGTON POST Catching up with Paris


REDS Cincy activates Ken Griffey Jr.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The Cincinnati Reds activated Ken Griffey Jr. from the 15-day disabled list


Mercer co. grants

MERCER CO. GRANTS Volunteer fire departments Ten volunteer fire departments in Mercer County


JEEP Supplier plant to be next to assembly

Labor leaders hope to persuade workers at the supplier plant to join the union. TOLEDO (AP) --


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE A's 13, Yankees 4 NEW YORK -- Scott Hatteberg homered twice and drove in five


COURTS

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gerald G. Roebuck Jr., 37, of 1957 Donald Ave., Youngstown,


ESPN X Games celebrate 10 years

The event will be televised live on ESPN and ABC for the first time. By MIKE BRUDENELL KNIGHT


Roethlisberger inks his way into history

The rookie quarterback received the largest bonus in Steelers history. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- With


WEST BANK Israelis, Palestinians clash over settlements

Israel is blocking a plan to control security, the prime minister said. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israeli


Summary of police activity for Boardman:

Summary of police activity for Boardman: July 27 Arrest: A 42-year-old man was arrested at his


Certifiably blueberry

Certifiably blueberry R.W. Knudsen's certified organic blueberry nectar, with its robust berry


YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Audit calls for expense procedure change

The university president requested the special audit. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION


SOAP SCOOP Daytime TV news

SAUNDRA SANTIAGO SIGNS: The Santi family and its offshoots expand once more with the casting of


TRUMBULL COUNTY JAIL Overcrowding stirs inmate complaints

The county jail is housing about 350 inmates. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


INDIANS Frustrated Lee rocked again, 6-1

TORONTO (AP) -- Cleveland starter Cliff Lee threw his hat and glove into the stands after his latest


ZONING Brookfield trustees mull ballot issue

This will be the fifth time the zoning issue will appear on the ballot. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


MINNESOTA VIKINGS Akron native Winfield's play stands tall

The Vikings' new cornerback is 5-9 and has a huge contract. MANKATO, Minn. (AP) -- Nearly every


Fruit, turkey breast, crostini enliven salad

By LINDA GASSENHEIMER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS This cool salad is perfect for a hot summer


CHEVROLET Cobalt's base price: $14,190

Incentives for those who order early include a free spoiler or sunroof. By DON SHILLING


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox She would like to find biological father

Dear Annie: I'm a 13-year-old girl who needs your advice. I have never known my biological father,


Cultivate a practical garden accessory

The pockets will hold small gardening tools. By KATHY ANTONIOTTI KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


LIQUOR licenses

LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers


Searcher finds missing child in vacant house

STOCKBRIDGE, Ga. (AP) -- Four-year-old David Tippin seemed not to know what all the fuss was about.


UTAH Police resume landfill search for wife's body

A citizen witness said Hacking told him he killed his wife. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- The husband of


President Bush's plan would fight terror on all fronts

Opinion: Dallas Morning News: Wall Street. Downtown Washington. The Texas-Mexico border. Terror and rumors


Administration's terror warnings fuel political debate

The Kerry campaign refuses to publicly question the president's motives. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


This dish starts off hot

By CAROL MIGHTON HADDIX CHICAGO TRIBUNE By starting with a very hot skillet (cast-iron is best


IRAQ Raid frees four; group promises Turks' freedom

Mosul saw a fierce gunbattle between police and militants today. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A tribal


Abductor groups aim at easy targets

If Iraqis were targeted, some suggest, the country would react. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR


Commissioners weigh whether to accept donation of building

The building could house offices other than those of Job and Family Services. By BOB JACKSON


Skyrocketing expenses make hosting Olympics economic folly

Perhaps the seduction of the world spotlight is simply irresistible. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- By


Stand-in QB Cowher sacked; Porter admits he tried too hard

LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Joey Porter got his first sack of the season


Designers urge citizens to make statement by vote

NEW YORK (AP) -- Voting is very fashionable this year. Isaac Mizrahi says high heels and voting


New attacks in Iraq demand an ecumenical response

Opinion: The insurgency in Iraq took a new, vicious and dangerous turn Sunday with the bomb attacks on five


GOLF GLANCE | This week's events

PGA TOUR The International Castle Rock, Colo. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Castle Pines Golf


TRUMBULL COUNTY Supply changes rack up savings

The prosecutor said the investigation continues. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


SKYDOME Bases-loaded free pass costs Tribe in 7-6 loss

Catcher Victor Martinez was ejected after arguing the ball four call. TORONTO (AP) -- Rick White


Bases-loaded free pass costs Tribe in 7-6 loss

Catcher Victor Martinez was ejected after arguing the ball four call. TORONTO (AP) -- Rick White