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Inmate's autopsy report
Inmate's autopsy report YOUNGSTOWN -- A preliminary autopsy report indicates that Mahoning County
"The economy is strong and it's getting better. This campaign is going to be talking about visions."
Opinion: "The economy is strong and it's getting better. This campaign is going to be talking about visions."
CALIFORNIA Federal court backs 'shaming' sentence for thief to don sign
The mail thief admitted his crime but is challenging the punishment. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE SAN
TELEPHONES Many still pay a price for leasing
Close to 1 million consumers, many of them over 75, are still leasing phones. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
Fighting in Najaf rages on
A roadside bomb killed six Iraqis north of Baghdad. NAJAF, Iraq (AP) -- Insurgents fired mortar
Officials await results of tests on envelopes left at bank
The general public was not endangered. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN
Poland stands at crossroads, literally and figuratively
Opinion: Poland stands at crossroads, literally and figuratively EDITOR: One hundred and twenty five
Trumbull County plans to improve roads
WARREN -- The Trumbull County Engineer's Office plans to pave six roads as part of a $1.3 million
Hoyman ready to face challenges of pro ball
He made his professional debut for the Scrappers on Tuesday night. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
STATE AUDIT Sebring schools trying to cut costs
The superintendent says the recommendations are being implemented. COLUMBUS -- State Auditor Betty
PENNSYLVANIA Deport alleged ex-Nazi, U.S. says
The local Jewish community appears to be taking a wait-and-see attitude. By HAROLD GWIN
Proverbs 31: Here's a modern-day illustration
More than three weeks ago, I received an e-mail from Bill Adams of Youngstown telling me about his
SOUTHEAST New tapes present terrorism questions
Videotapes by an illegal Pakistani immigrant aren't of usual tourist sites. KNIGHT RIDDER
'Partridge Family' reality series to begin talent search for cast
KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE Think you look like a member of the former hit series "The
Officials accepts athletics director's retirement
AUSTINTOWN -- The school board voted Tuesday to accept the retirement of district Athletics Director
SCHOOLS Board agrees to fire truant officer
The board is seeking to have the money paid back. CAMPBELL -- The board of education voted Tuesday
New homes on hold over drainage issue
COLUMBIANA -- The city planning commission delayed the start of a housing development on County Line
Militia initiates offense
The al-Mahdi army has adopted terrorist tactics. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR BAGHDAD, Iraq -- With
Scanners target stolen cars
The devices are checking vehicles entering Ohio, not leaving it. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
BASEBALL LEADERS
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. ISuzuki Sea11149167177.360 Mora Bal8934682121.350
OLYMPIC SOFTBALL U.S. coach goes on after wife's death
Mike Candrea hopes to win a gold medal in her memory. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- In the end, the
New perfumes smell good enough to eat
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS They could help you attract a hungry crowd when food is sparse at a
DEATH ROW Trial to give murder case a second look
CINCINNATI (AP) -- A federal appeals court has overturned its earlier decision to throw out an Ohio
BORDER SECURITY Plan to stem illegal immigration
The changes will likely expand to other border regions. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON -- U.S.
DINOSAURS Scientists make growth discovery; Tyrannosaurus rex had rapid rate
T. rex had a teenage, mammal-like growth spurt. NEW YORK (AP) -- Here's a dinosaur finding that
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 11, the 224th day of 2004. There are 142 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Aug. 11, the 224th day of 2004. There are 142 days left in the year. On this
MAHONING COUNTY City budget needs drastic cuts
The city's payroll is running two weeks behind schedule. CAMPBELL -- The city finance director
Take the plunge
Take the plunge Polar Plunge coatings form candy shells on ice cream. The idea isn't new but these
AL-QAIDA U.S. officials discuss tapes
Las Vegas authorities defended the decision not to alert the public. WASHINGTON (AP) -- One set of
HIGHWAY SAFETY Bush administration cites drop in car-crash deaths
Safety advocates accused the administration of sensationalizing the data. WASHINGTON POST
THE BROWNS Verba will line up next to new mate
Inconsistency and lack of stability have plagued the Browns' offensive line. BEREA (AP) -- Browns
Neighbors: Let's get kids off the streets
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Upper South Side residents say their kids
Do or die in Iraq war
Opinion: New York Daily News: Iraqi Prime Minister Iyad Allawi, tough in speech and, so far, equally forceful
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3711.771-- Scrappers (Indians)2527.48114
HOW SHE SEES IT Does an elder-care crisis loom in U.S.?
Opinion: By MARILYN GARDNER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR All morning on a cloudy summer Tuesday, poignant
AFGHANISTAN Registration pace earns praise
The poppy trade's $2.3 billion last year was more than half the nation's GDP. KABUL, Afghanistan
OLYMPICS Pursuing the ideal, not just medals
Two of the essences of the Olympics are the participants and their stories. By MARK SAPPENFIELD
Famous twins to build $7.3 million condo
Famous twins to build $7.3 million condo NEW YORK -- Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen hate it when the
Designers jump in the fray with fringes
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS We're all feeling a little frayed around the edges these days,
HIGH SCHOOL Dragon Day: back for more family fun
The cheerleaders and marching band will help introduce the football team. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rangers 7, Yankees 1 ARLINGTON, Texas -- Ryan Drese pitched seven shutout
USHER Mr. Entertainment getting lots of attention this week
The singer said his new album was letting a few skeletons out of his closet. LOS ANGELES TIMES
SCHOOL DISTRICT Board OKs 3.9-mill levy for Nov. ballot
The board has learned how to agree to disagree, one board member says. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
ROCK STAR Cooper's python, Alice, recovering from surgery
The 8-foot snake had swallowed a live rat and a heating pad. HARTFORD COURANT HADDAM, Conn. --
Sharpsville contract
Sharpsville contract SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- Teachers and administrators in the Sharpsville School
PRESIDENTIAL RACE Many seniors don't like drug law
The number is high enough to affect the election if it were held today. LOS ANGELES TIMES
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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SCHOOL BOARD Liberty enforces activity payments
Residents complained about the board's levy campaign. By HOLLY A. TAYLOR VINDICATOR
Scrappers shut out Jammers
Fernando Pacheco led the way in the 5-0 win, their third straight. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
STAGE PRODUCTIONS Captions are offered in live performances
The Kennedy Center gives at least one captioned performance per production. WASHINGTON (AP) -- For
INTEREST RATES Fed keeps positive economic view
Economists expect another increase in September. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Federal Reserve,
Department stores pay to end probe
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- The adage that Macy's doesn't tell Gimbel's its business didn't hold true in
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Woods seeking to end majors slump at Whispering Straits
He hasn't won a major since the 2002 U.S. Open at Bethpage Black. HAVEN, Wis. (AP) -- Tiger Woods
ELIZABETH SMART CASE Woman not competent to face kidnapping trial
Wanda Barzee will continue to be treated. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- The woman accused in the
E. Palestine fire chief explains levy request
EAST PALESTINE -- A fire levy is needed to raise money for new firetrucks, but levy passage won't
'PRINCESS DIARIES 2' Hathaway: No worries for future
She's unconcerned about getting typecast, despite previous princess roles. By DAVID GERMAIN
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
PGA Championship Haven, Wis. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Whistling Straits, Straits
BROWNS Winslow Jr. ends holdout
The rookie tight end agreed to a six-year contract with Cleveland. BEREA (AP) -- Kellen Winslow
ECONOMIC AWARD SBA will fete city for jobs creation
Initiative projects have totaled $10.2 million in investment and 680 jobs. YOUNGSTOWN -- The U.S.
HISTORIC DISTRICT Advisory board recommends Mill Creek Park for register
The board tabled a decision on an abolitionist meeting hall in Salem. COLUMBUS -- Mill Creek Park
GEORGIE ANNE GEYER Intelligence: Where's the imagination?
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- In the meticulously detailed pages of the just-issued "9/11 Commission Report" --
TRUMBULL COUNTY Landfill's future remains uncertain
The city health board is the license issuer. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
WEATHER Florida shores under watch as tropical storms approach
Evacuation can take hours, with only one road to the mainland. MIAMI (AP) -- Back-to-back tropical
ANDRES OPPENHEIMER Chavez's 'monitors': electoral tourists
Opinion: It's not surprising that the 25-nation European Union has decided not to send observers to
TRUMBULL COUNTY Adult-party decision appealed
Kay Hovis has run adult-only parties out of her state Route 7 home since 1979. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
LAWRENCE COUNTY Proposed racetrack would help area, says township supervisor
All three supervisors will likely be on hand to support the racetrack at a Sept. 8 meeting. By
Police find sick man, animals in home
YOUNGSTOWN -- A sick, elderly man was taken to Forum Health Northside Medical Center from his
25 years is a long time, but in some cases, not long enough
Opinion: Steven Masters and Jodi Thomas began dating on Valentine's Day, 1976. They were engaged on
CIA NOMINEE Goss to face political scrutiny
Rep. Porter Goss has experience in intelligence and politics. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
Performance not really singing, Andrews says
The Academy award-winning actress-singer said surgery ruined her voice. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Though
MAHONING COUNTY Man sentenced in rape of girl, 2
The Salem-area man assaulted the victim during a Thanksgiving gathering. By BOB JACKSON
Ice hockey pioneer helps kids
YOUNGSTOWN -- In one way, Saturday night's boisterous gathering of bocce mavens at Cassese's MVR
STEELMAKER WCI's owner to sell military vehicle maker
Rennert is competing for the right to buy the Warren steel mill out of bankruptcy. By CYNTHIA
STATE AUDIT
STATE AUDIT Recommendations To further improve Sebring schools' financial condition, state
MINORITY HIRING Youngstown schools seek meeting with contractor
Voters will be asked to approve a bond issue in November. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION
RAPE CASE Civil lawsuit is filed against Kobe Bryant
A civil lawsuit requires a lower standard of proof than in a criminal case. DENVER (AP) -- The
BENGALS Perry's holdout is ended
The Bengals finally signed their first-round draft pick. running back Chris Perry. GEORGETOWN, Ky.
HOW HE SEES IT Muzzling warrants a challenge by media
Opinion: By PAUL CAMPOS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Can the government stop the media from publishing
QUEENS, N.Y. James doesn't fit fencer's traditional profile
Fencing lifted Kamara James from the inner city to Princeton to the Olympics. POLITIA, Greece (AP)
COMMUNITY THEATER Playhouse ticket holder demands board meeting
A Playhouse member says bylaws were violated at a meeting in July. By GARRY CLARK VINDICATOR
HELOISE Be careful when making peanut brittle
Dear Heloise: Your column once ran a recipe for easy peanut brittle that can be made in the
SURPRISE VISIT Rumsfeld in Kabul for updates
A discussion topic is what to do about Afghanistan's opium poppy trade. KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) --
Bomb hurts three in Israel
KALANDIA CHECKPOINT, West Bank (AP) -- A car bomb exploded today near a busy Israeli military
Warren officials say no to TV show
WARREN -- The city has decided not to take part in a television reality show. Greg Hicks, city
INDIANS Resurgent Durbin shuts down Blue Jays
Ronnie Belliard had a two-run double as the Tribe won its sixth in seven games. CLEVELAND (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN-WARREN REGIONAL AIRPORT Airline ponders departure
The decision has not been made yet, officials say. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
OLYMPIC ROUNDUP Nagging injury sidelines Serena
The U.S. basketball team pulled away from Turkey in the fourth quarter. ASSOCIATED PRESS ATHENS,
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
FEDERAL REPORT Age increases risk of death by fire
By taking precautions, senior citizens reduce their risk of deaths due to fire. SCRIPPS HOWARD
NATIONAL LEAGUE Bonds homers, but Bucs rally for 8-7 win
He became the first player to hit 30 homers in 13 straight seasons. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Another
LAWRENCE COUNTY Recycling-bin purchases hinge on repayment date
Commissioners plan to meet with department heads to cut costs. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
Vermont plans to sue FDA for OK to import drugs
Vermont plans to sue FDA for OK to import drugs MONTPELIER, Vt. -- Vermont says it will become
WEB SITE Stamps get customized on Internet
Consumers can mail or e-mail pictures to be printed. NEWSDAY Stamp collecting may never be quite
SCOTT PETERSON TRIAL Frey's testimony shows serious relationship
Peterson told her he didn't want to conceive any children, she said. REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) --
Limiting calories still counts in diet
Many products contain no caloric reduction. By VALERIE REITMAN LOS ANGELES TIMES LAS VEGAS --
HAIRSPRAY Changes should affect product performance
Manufacturers must reduce volatile organic compounds. NEW YORK (AP) -- Don't worry hairspray
Carb-paring tips
Carb-paring tips LOS ANGELES TIMES LAS VEGAS --To reduce the carbohydrates in processed food,
REGION
REGION Pampered Body has grand opening in Vienna VIENNA -- Pampered Body, a new business at 376
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TRUMBULL COUNTY Weathersfield police mark 20th anniversary
There is some tentative thought about a police levy, a trustee said. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Eastwood Field
Closing in: The New York-Penn League season record for hits is 108, set by Vermont's Matthew Watson
ECONOMIC AWARD SBA fetes city for creation of jobs
Initiative projects have totaled $10.2 million in investment and 680 jobs. By ROGER G. SMITH and
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD Aug.
LAWRENCE COUNTY Grant to help build housing for homeless
Dale Country Estates will have 30 units and will be outside New Castle. NEW CASTLE, Pa. --
SCHEDULE Summer Olympics
Today Soccer Men Tunisia vs. Australia at Pankritio Stadium, Heraklio, 8:30 p.m. Argentina vs.
Winslow inks deal
Winslow inks deal kKELLEN WINSLOW JR. agreed to terms on a six-year contract with the Cleveland
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Most people can handle more than he thinks
Dear Annie: I'm a 36-year-old bachelor who adores all of the bonding, caring qualities in the heart
OPERA 'Don Carlo' competes on DVD with La Scala, Met productions
One performer hits a bad high note on the Met version. By JOSEPH McLELLAN SPECIAL TO WASHINGTON
Road improvement plan set for Trumbull County
Road improvement plan set for Trumbull County WARREN -- The Trumbull County Engineer's Office
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COURTS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brian L. Williams, 31, of 13999 Old Fredericktown Road, East
Ex-campaign treasurer charged with theft
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A former political campaign treasurer was indicted Tuesday on charges of embezzling
NFL ROUNDUP News and notes
Buccaneers: Tim Brown was reunited with Jon Gruden on Tuesday when he signed with Tampa Bay, joining
NBC Soap became 'Days of Our Deaths'
Even the show's matriarch was 'killed.' SCRIPPS HOWARD When the venerable "Days of Our Lives"