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FRAZIER MOORE | Opinion Want to write a sitcom? Hurry, we're running out
If you ever watched an episode of "According to Jim" and said, "Any idiot could do that," well,
HALL OF FAME GAME Joe Gibbs successful in return to coaching
Washington beat Denver, 20-17, in a last-second field goal at Fawcett Stadium. By JOE SCALZO
Youngstown council needs refresher on Sunshine Laws
Opinion: Just about 22 years ago to the day, Youngstown City Council was handed a court ruling that contained
FAIRHAVEN SCHOOL Student, teacher to receive awards
The two will be honored at a ceremony Aug. 19. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Ohio man pleads innocent in rape
BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- A man accused of pandering obscenity involving young girls was charged Monday
TRUMBULL COUNTY Cancer survivor to speak on coping with disease
HOWLAND -- Edward Leigh, a nationally known motivational speaker and cancer survivor, will offer
MAHONING COUNTY Programs offer coupons for fruits and vegetables
YOUNGSTOWN -- Women, Infants and Children participants are eligible for coupons for Ohio-grown fresh
GREECE U.S. triple threat in triple jump
Kenta Bell, Melvin Lister and Walter Davis carry the hopes in the event. GEORGIOUPOLI, Greece (AP)
INDIANS 13, WHITE SOX 11 Home run fun accounts for most of offense
The Indians moved into sole possession of second place, as Chicago lost for the 12th time in 15
CLEVELAND BROWNS Jackson is hoping for a chance with another team
The backup running back wants to show other teams what he can do Saturday. BEREA (AP) -- Browns
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Gimenez's bat strong in win over Oneonta
Mahoning Valley (24-27) begins a three-game series against Jamestown at Eastwood Field tonight.
U.S. Wambach is woman to watch in soccer
The Americans face Greece in their opening match on Wednesday. IRAKLION, Greece (AP) -- After
'King Kong' star Fay Wray dies at 96
'King Kong' star Fay Wray dies at 96 NEW YORK -- Fay Wray tried twice to wrestle free from a giant
Ex-agent chosen for top CIA post
Bush has to choose an intelligence czar to oversee at least a dozen agencies. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Trump plan reduces stake
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Trump Hotels & amp; Casino Resorts plans to restructure under
More illegal immigrants
More illegal immigrants MERCER, Pa. -- State police said they apprehended 15 more illegal
SAFETY SERVICES Girard to seek 6-mill police and fire levy Nov. 2
The fire chief says he can longer pay overtime to firefighters. TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
NOTEBOOK Hall of Fame Game
Not so fast: Joe Gibbs is the third coach hired by Redskins owner Daniel Snyder in five years and
The appointee will still have to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
The appointee will still have to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President
BRISTOL SCHOOL DISTRICT Board OKs lower levy request
Voters last week rejected a levy that would have raised $500,000 annually. By DENISE DICK
A little hair of the dog for comfort
"Hello," I said to my neighbor. She smiled. She had her little Jack Russell terrier with her,
CARL P. LEUBSDORF Partisanship used to be more civil
Opinion: When Lyndon Johnson summoned Jack Valenti to fly to Washington aboard Air Force One on that
Firefighters prepare for outdoor Fun Day
HANOVERTON -- The third annual Hanover Township Volunteer Fire Department Fireman's Follies and
WAIKIKI BEACH Don Ho still bubbles for his fans
The laid-back Hawaiian entertainer still has a worldwide base of fans. HONOLULU (AP) -- Dressed in
TRUDY RUBIN President's antiterror policy has lost its way
Opinion: Forget the hoopla, the charming kids, the hamster story, the heartwarming tale about Mom. The main
YOUNGSTOWN-WARREN REGIONAL AIRPORT Airline ponders departure
The decision has not been made yet, officials say. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Dad should be given more time to grieve
Dear Annie: Last year, my mother died. A woman who works at the mortuary (I'll call her "Lydia")
U.S. gunships pound militants in Najaf
Sunnis and Shiites continue the violence against U.S. and Iraqi forces. NAJAF, Iraq (AP) -- U.S.
AROUND THE HORN Monday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 5, Yankees 4 NEW YORK -- Gabe Gross hit his first major league home
'American Revolution' motto to launch new Chevys
DETROIT (AP) -- "Like a Rock" is about to become history. Chevrolet has been phasing out the motto
"The brutal force used against the victims ... It's indescribable."
Opinion: "The brutal force used against the victims ... It's indescribable." Sheriff Ben Johnson Of the
Alamo Drafthouse chain offers dinner and movie
The chain has three locations in Austin, Texas, and is looking to expand. AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- A
OLYMPICS 60,000 young volunteers welcoming visiting throng
Volunteers are everywhere in Athens trying to charm spectators and journalists. ATHENS, Greece
NOTEBOOK | Summer Olympics
Late qualifier: Long jumper Rose Richmond had some fast packing to do after getting last-minute
MERCER COUNTY Rogers admits killing Campbell at Sharon bar
He would have faced life imprisonment if convicted of first-degree murder. By HAROLD GWIN
SHOES Casual to dressy flats flatter feet
The selection of flats is extensive, but there are still heels if you want them. By HEIDI STEVENS
Man who tried to remove trustee is alternate on zoning appeals board
CANFIELD -- A Leffingwell Road man who took part in an unsuccessful effort to have Township Trustee
MAHONING COUNTY Township, city plan in works
A series of public meetings will take place to get ideas for the future. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
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HELOISE Suggestion is key to preventing another mishap
Dear Heloise: Today I locked my keys in my car, along with my spare set, while the car was running.
Jennifer Woolley, Richard Romeo to be married
XAnnouncement of the engagement of Jennifer Woolley and Richard Romeo, both of Boardman, is being
Dublin traffic tickets lead state in number
DUBLIN, Ohio (AP) -- This Columbus suburb has the state's busiest mayor's court, handling 2,706
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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1979 BOARDMAN SLAYING Man who murdered wife to be released from prison
Masters has had a clean disciplinary record in prison. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Giants: Team co-owner Robert Tisch was diagnosed with cancer and has begun treatment, a family
'Pocket bikes' cause uproar
Tiny but fast, the minimotorcycles sometimes create an unwelcome buzz. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 19.81 19.86 Avalon Holdings,3.26 3.40 Clear
OHIO Complaint accuses judge of public ethics violations
The complaint alleges he ordered secretaries to type personal paperwork. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A
401(K) Most accounts weathered downturn, report says
More than 42 million have 401(k) accounts, with assets topping $1.9 trillion. NEW YORK (AP) --
Wie falters after fast start; Spain's Elosegui is leader
The U.S. Women's Amateur Championship is taking place in Erie. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Michelle Wie
HAZMAT EMERGENCY Envelope causes Boardman bank workers to itch
Two bank employees were taken to a Youngstown hospital for treatment. BOARDMAN -- The area around
Stingray skin accessories may sink or swim
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS If you're fishing for the latest fashion fad, here's one riding a new
IRAQ Militants vow to begin attacking offices
A young firebrand cleric remains holed up in Najaf. NAJAF, Iraq (AP) -- A militant group
REVITALIZATION HUD regional director visits city with fat check
A HUD official sees a rebirth in Youngstown. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Back in the game
Back in the game kWASHINGTON Redskins Ola Kimrin (6) and Kevin Stemke (5) watch Kimrin's game-
Woman reports gang rape
Woman reports gang rape YOUNGSTOWN -- A 24-year-old Champion woman told police she was held
TRUMBULL COUNTY Program leader aims to empower youths
The program will be at the corner of Highland Avenue and Fourth Street. WARREN -- Several Trumbull
The cute puppies and kittens of today become unwanted, problem pets of tomorrow
Opinion: The cute puppies and kittens of today become unwanted, problem pets of tomorrow EDITOR: I saw an
Getty grant to help with preservation of historic buildings on, near campus
A self-guided walking tour of cultural sites will be developed. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
Boardman trustees vote to place 2.5-mill renewal levy on ballot
BOARDMAN -- Trustees passed a resolution Monday evening to place a 2.5-mill, five-year renewal levy
Ward: Roethlisberger has talent, potential
Hines Ward said the Steelers made the perfect choice in the draft. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- Jerome
OLYMPICS Gardner eyes second wrestling gold medal
Wrestler Rulon Gardner lost a toe in a snowmobiling debacle in 2002. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Rulon
Farming goliaths relent
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Developing nations unexpectedly stood their ground during a World Trade
YOUTH ROUNDUP Canfield girls win in pool play game
Canfield's 13-14-year-old boys team advanced by beating Kansas in a regional in Fort Wayne, Ind.
KOBE BRYANT TRIAL Woman's attorneys attack judge's tactics
The lawyers say the judge imposed an unconstitutional gag order. DENVER (AP) -- Attorneys for the
LIFE-SUPPORT CASE Do-not-resuscitate order for baby gets judge's OK
The infant has been diagnosed with shaken-baby syndrome. AKRON (AP) -- A judge has upheld a do-
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3711.771-- Batavia (Phillies)2426.48014
OHIO BWC's efforts lower costs
Negotiating lower hospital fees helped the agency save on health-care costs. COLUMBUS -- Even with
FILM PRODUCTION MGM wins war over title 'Beauty Shop' for movie
An official said MGM had properly registered the title a long time ago. LOS ANGELES TIMESX
Girard school board lays off eight employees
Girard school board lays off eight employees GIRARD -- The school levy outcome is still undecided
AUSTINTOWN SCHOOL BOARD Speak out for funds, state lawmaker says
Carano says few board members have rallied about school funding. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
PHILIP TERZIAN Cyprus: a model society in the region
Opinion: NICOSIA, Cyprus -- It was more than a little embarrassing to be an American in Cyprus last week. A
MAHONING COUNTY Firefighters to get new equipment
Five other communities shared the federal grant. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Government: Deport alleged ex-Nazi guard
The Sharon man worked for Sharon Steel during the 1960s, '70s and ' 80s. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A man
TRUMBULL COUNTY Former chief offers to pay over paddling
The settlement offers will soon be discussed with the clients, an attorney says. By PEGGY
Chelsea Lowry, Noel Taylor to wed in Florida
XAUSTINTOWN -- Bonnie and Terry Collings, 4640 Sheffield Drive, are announcing the engagement of
WEATHERSFIELD School levy set for a vote in Nov.
The board will try a fourth time to get the levy passed. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
FOP rallies against cuts in number of city cops
The city wants to roll back benefits the cops won through arbitration. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Police
FOOTBALL It's early, but YSU displays new look
Quarterback Tom Zetts has switched to his high school number at Boardman. By PETE MOLLICA
HOW HE SEES IT Why the president will win re-election
Opinion: By ZEV CHAFETS NEW YORK DAILY NEWS In 1972, The New Yorker's movie critic, Pauline Kael, won
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 10, the 223rd day of 2004. There are 143 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Aug. 10, the 223rd day of 2004. There are 143 days left in the year. On this date
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Fred Funk's goal is to make Ryder Cup team
He faces a tough challenge on the long Whistling Straits course. HAVEN, Wis. (AP) -- Fred Funk is