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Child porn case

Child porn case AUSTINTOWN -- A Spring Meadow Circle man has been arraigned on child pornography

STRIP-SEARCHES Legal expert to review all cases

The police chief says he doesn't think officers will be charged. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR

Despite weak ticket sales, Greeks remain optimistic

Less than half of the 5.3 million tickets for the Athens games have been sold. ATHENS, Greece (AP)

HOW SHE SEES IT Competition is crucial in intelligence gathering

Opinion: By PHYLLIS OAKLEY WASHINGTON POST You can't talk about a national intelligence director, or

WAR ON TERRORISM U.S. pushes to foil attacks

One plot targeted London's Heathrow Airport, a report says. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON

Zionism isn't a religion; it's a purely political issue

Opinion: Zionism isn't a religion; it's a purely political issue EDITOR: I strongly object to Rabbi

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STEELERS Browner connection: Starks has deep roots

The rookie is the son of former Warren Western Reserve standout Ross Browner. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) --

TEEN ROMANCE NOVELS Generating 'Gossip'

By KAREN HELLER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS NEW YORK -- In the universe of the best-selling "Gossip

EDUCATION Ohio levy failures put athletics, buses on the line

Gov. Bob Taft is awaiting recommendations from a task force. Ohio school districts say they must

U.S. dominates defending kings

After struggling to two wins, the Americans basketball team routed Serbia-Montenegro. BELGRADE,

LOTTERY RESULTS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 0-1-4 (white ball) Pick 4, 7-6-6-2 Buckeye 5, 12-24-27-29-35

REPUBLICAN PARTY Current social issues persuade Amish to vote in '04 election

A majority of the nation's Amish live in Pennsylvania and Ohio. BIRD-IN-HAND, Pa. (AP) -- The

Kerry looks to establish energy fund

Kerry drew a connection between national security and U.S. energy sources. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP)

LAWRENCE COUNTY Recycling director wants money for additional bins

The company must know by next Friday if the bins will be manufactured. By LAURE CIOFFI

Residents to boil water

Residents to boil water COLUMBIANA -- An order to boil drinking water until further notice is in

INDIANS Sizemore snaps skid, helps lead Cleveland past Toronto in 10th

The Tribe has won two straight following a four-game losing streak. TORONTO (AP) -- Grady Sizemore

Sibling duo dotes on goats

By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- Autumn and Greg Smith know a thing or two

CONCERT NEWS

CONCERT NEWS Jazz, pop notes Blast of brass: The soulful sounds of Tower of Power band will be

TRUMBULL COUNTY Mom who slapped coach faces sentencing

The mother was found guilty of one count of misdemeanor assault. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR

IRAQ Fighting kills more than 300

The cleric blamed the coalition but called again for the cease fire. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --

Zone change appeal

Zone change appeal WARREN -- A developer is appealing a Cortland Board of Zoning Appeals decision

PIRATES Bradley lifts Dodgers to first season sweep

Los Angeles is 22-5 against Pittsburgh over the last five seasons. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- If the

OHIO Trial is set for priest charged with 1980 murder of nun

Investigators exhumed the body to look for new evidence. TOLEDO (AP) -- A Roman Catholic priest

HEALTH STUDY Cancer risk increases with carbs

Diet is important when it comes to cancer risk, the chief of nutrition said. ASSOCIATED PRESS A

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

AROUND THE NFL Training camp roundup

Falcons: Michael Vick didn't cause too much concern for Atlanta's coaching staff when he came up

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Broad Spirit (Centeno)16.803.002.10 Feel the Gold

'CSI' sticks with The Who for theme songs

NEWSDAY Leslie Moonves may be co-president and co-chief operating officer of Viacom, the giant

FERNALD PLANT Nevada won't alter plan to sue

At issue is the disposal of powdery waste. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Nevada won't budge from plans to sue

IRAQ Battles flare up in cities

U.S. helicopters attacked militants hiding in a cemetery. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Coalition troops

CAL THOMAS A delicate balance between safety, security

Opinion: "At the rate federal authorities are walling off U.S. buildings and grounds in the nation's capital,

NEW YORK (AP) -- The much-discussed Sports Illustrated "cover jinx" has never applied to the

BUTLER WICK &amp; amp; CO. 3 investors sue broker and firm

The investors' attorney is running ads to find others who bought the bonds. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Off to a good start: Lubrano keys M.V.

Mahoning Valley scored five times in the second inning to topple Tri-City. By BILL SULLIVAN

DAVID SKOLNICK | Politics Hooking up with the Bush, Kerry campaigns

Opinion: I find myself on the telephone a lot more than usual in recent weeks. That's because the campaigns

Terrorism suspect is back in jail

COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Somali immigrant accused of plotting with an admitted Al-Qaida member to blow

STANDINGS | New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3410.773-- Batavia (Phillies)2224.47813

Today is Friday, Aug. 6, the 219th day of 2004. There are 147 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, Aug. 6, the 219th day of 2004. There are 147 days left in the year. On this date in

Mud puddle or cool pool? Easy choice

We have a swimming pool in our back yard. This spring, my husband spent the better part of a week

"Old information isn't irrelevant information -- particularly with this kind of enemy."

PENNSYLVANIA Murals, exhibits mark the route of Lincoln Highway

There's a roadside museum along a historic highway. STOYSTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- Owning a car can't be

'Apprentice' castoff lands at Danza's door

'Apprentice' castoff lands at Danza's door NEW YORK -- Who's the boss? Ask Ereka Vetrini and

AUTO RACING Winning Brickyard 400 can be a springboard to NASCAR series title

The Nextel Cup series champion will make $5.28 million. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The money is big and

PC ENTERTAINMENT 'Doom 3' hits gaming market

The game could boost a sagging PC game market, one analyst says. By MATT SLAGLE ASSOCIATED PRESS

INDICTMENTS

INDICTMENTS Mahoning County A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday:

MURDER TRIAL After mistrial, case set to restart

An inappropriate juror remark resulted in the judge's halting the case. By HAROLD GWIN

New evidence puts Peterson case on hold

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) -- Scott Peterson's trial is on hold until early next week so the defense

Man and city settle suit over police strip-search

The officers involved in the alleged strip-search have not been disciplined. By PEGGY SINKOVICH

Don't whitewash Abu Ghraib

Opinion: Don't whitewash Abu Ghraib Seattle Times: For all the horror of the Army's first shocking

ASIA North Korea works on nuclear missile plans, U.S. says

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The United States has determined that North Korea is working on new ballistic

STAMBAUGH AUDITORIUM Ballroom will swing with jazz music

The leading jazz trio sold out the show last year. YOUNGSTOWN -- "Swingin' the Benny Goodman

ABORTION IN OHIO New law restricting access faces suit

The law doesn't take effect until late September. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Providers of abortion

ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Brickyard 400 Indianapolis Schedule: Saturday, qualifying (TNT, 11 a.m.);

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'Little Black Book' actors save script from suffering

Hollywood pros work to the mediocre film's advantage. By BETSY PICKLE SCRIPPS HOWARD "Little

STORM REPAIR Ohioans seek help to pay for damage

Figures are expected to rise in the coming days and weeks. COLUMBUS (AP) -- More than 36,500

AROUND THE HORN | Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 5, Athletics 1 NEW YORK -- Kevin Brown threw four-hit ball over eight

Bush to Ohio: 'Jobs are being created'

The president said the nation's economy is on the upswing. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

RELATIONSHIPS Modern dating's different

Today's dating style comes in many forms. By JOSH MOUND VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT "Going

'Aliens vs. Predator' battle continues

'Aliens vs. Predator' battle continues The upcoming "Aliens vs. Predator" movie (Aug. 13) is such

NEXT WEEK'S MUSIC

NEXT WEEK'S MUSIC In stores Tuesday Badly Drawn Boy, "Year of the Rat" Brand Nubian, "Fire in

LEADERS

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'GOBLET OF FIRE' Fiennes to portray Voldemort

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named has been named. Ralph Fiennes, who played memorable

OHIO High demand prompts ISG to expand Cleveland mill

The growth is significant, the chief executive said. CLEVELAND (AP) -- International Steel Group

WESTERN PA. Grant denied for study on creating a district

This doesn't mean the city will abandon efforts to create a center city district. HERMITAGE, Pa.

LION CUB CASE Appeals court affirms ruling

The lion wasn't abandoned, the court said. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE NASCAR Nextel Cup Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.)

Consumed by the challenge

The wind could be whipping, the clouds approaching, the ground soaking from a downpour, but that

MICROSOFT Users wait for Service Pack 2

The biggest Windows upgrade provides a security boost. REDMOND, Wash. (AP) -- Almost since the day

HAND-HELD DEVICE Tapwave Zodiac offers first-rate gaming and organization

The internal processor is set up for multimedia and wireless multiplayer functions. By BILL

MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS Some words to the wise on taking the new SAT

The new test is 40 minutes longer than the old one. By SASHA MUSHEGIAN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION Panel delays personnel office action

There was debate about several proposed city charter amendments. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL

SPORTS

SPORTS The millionth fan k JONI MACE of Berlin Center was given a ticket to attend Thursday's

BROWNS Injury woes hurt Brown in his quest for success

The former No. 1 overall draft pick has struggled with a variety of ailments. BEREA (AP) --

COLOMBIA Drug czar wants to keep funding

The program has led to a huge increase in drug seizures. SANTA MARTA, Colombia (AP) -- The White

TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials want Warren police case to go Hollywood

A producer for the new reality series says she hopes the local case will be used. By PEGGY

Garage is closed because of illnesses

CLEVELAND (AP) -- City officials have closed a service garage where two workers were stricken with

FALL PRACTICES

Saturday -- 4 p.m. (helmets) Sunday -- 2:55 p.m. (helmets) Monday -- 3:45 p.m. (shells) Tuesday --

HACKING CASE Attorney to address mentality

Mark Hacking confessed in a psychiatric ward, his lawyer said. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- The attorney

WEATHERSFIELD School board to try again for OK of levy

A board member says the school district's leaders must be creative. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR

COLUMBIANA CO. FAIR Cool weather makes for troublesome wethers

For two New Waterford sisters, caring for goats means getting up early. By NANCY TULLIS

Back in the hunt: Jarrett, Martin gain momentum

Sunday's Brickyard 400 could give each driver a boost in the standings. By DAN GELSTON AP SPORTS

NCAA Sweeping reforms target recruiting's 'culture of entitlement'

The new rules limit perks for prospects. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Recruits will find a no-frills-

Officials: Saudi police arrest top terror suspect

Officials: Saudi police arrest top terror suspect CAIRO, Egypt -- Saudi police arrested a top

YSU FOOTBALL Penguins start practice with high hopes

Coach Jon Heacock wants his team to improve on last year's 5-7 record. By PETE MOLLICA

NBA Traylor back with Cavaliers, Paul Silas

The massive forward signed a one-year deal worth $1.6 million. CLEVELAND (AP) -- With a chance to

HOW HE SEES IT Dems vs. the GOP: The math is revealing

Opinion: By MICHAEL KINSLEY LOS ANGELES TIMES You know how sometimes, when it's really, really hot, you

FILM 'Outfoxed' to debut in 4 art-house theaters

NEW YORK (AP) -- "Outfoxed" will be in theaters beginning today, after weeks of being available only

DISNEY CHANNEL Film gives thoughtful perspective

'Tiger Cruise' is more sensitive to its topic than more 'mature' films. By HAL BOEDEKER ORLANDO

CONSOLIDATION Petitions put question on Nov. 2 ballot

The group likely will hold public meetings on the consolidation issue. By LEONARD CRIST

EDISON JUNIOR HIGH Demolition OK'd for Niles school

Crews could start the demolition in the next few weeks. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

MISSISSIPPI Hospital takes steps to avoid lawsuits

Refunds and discounts will be provided to uninsured patients. JACKSON, Miss. (AP) -- A Mississippi

DENNIS KUCINICH Failed candidate says his fame will help him to pass bills

Analysts don't think his fame will help him in Congress. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Democratic Rep. Dennis

REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION Valley representation is on par with number of voters

The Valley makes up 3.1 percent of Ohio's convention delegation. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

MAHONING COUNTY Woman asks to be let out of prison

Rogers' family said she's learned her lesson and just wants to help others. By BOB JACKSON

Lucky fan wins trip to Florida

Berlin Center's Joni Mace was the one millionth fan to watch a Scrappers game. By BILL SULLIVAN

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 20.10 20.14 Avalon Holdings,3.153.30 Clear

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POLICE CALLS

Summary of police activity for Liberty: LIBERTY Aug. 1 Criminal damaging: A man discovered

PHOENIX RESTAURANT Sharon police to investigate contest

SHARON, Pa. -- Authorities want to know what's going on at the Best ASSets Contest being held at the

REGION

REGION Hillside nurses get raises HOWLAND -- Registered nurses at Hillside Rehabilitation

It's 'White House or Bust' for Average Joe

The presidential candidate says Americans have tired of political glitz. By TIM YOVICH

THOMAS SOWELL Sharing the lawsuit wealth

Opinion: My ears picked up when my wife told me that she was one of the beneficiaries of a class-action

SCHOOL DISTRICT Niles board OKs supplementals

The new assistant principal has worked for Niles schools for 35 years. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

Today is Sunday, Aug. 8, the 221st day of 2004. There are 145 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Sunday, Aug. 8, the 221st day of 2004. There are 145 days left in the year. On this date in

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