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Businesses evacuate after toxic chemical spill
TWINSBURG, Ohio (AP) -- An industrial area of about 75 businesses was evacuated after a tank
BROWNS Winslow weary after workout
Butch Davis will evaluate the rookie before deciding to play him Saturday. BEREA (AP) -- Kellen
MAHONING COUNTY $667,818 grant coming for 5 fire departments
The chief says the award is the largest so far in Ohio. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY 1st--Net Eagle(C Hershberger)2.802.202.10 Tsm Roadhouseblues(A
'DE-LOVELY' Porter film is lacking
Poor direction obfuscates the actors' talent and film's messages. By MICHAEL SRAGOW BALTIMORE
BAKER CASE Cops know who called about car
Baker was last seen at a Transfer convenience store with her fianc & eacute;. By HAROLD GWIN
GASTRIC BYPASS Deaths of woman, fetus lead to risk warnings
It is believed that for every 200 patients who have the surgery, one to four will die. ASSOCIATED
PETERSON TRIAL Husband courted mistress during search for wife
Peterson read poetry to his girlfriend and talked repeatedly of his love for her. KNIGHT RIDDER
AMERICAN LEAGUE Sabathia pitches Tribe past Jays
Rookie Grady Sizemore drove in the winning run in the sixth. CLEVELAND (AP) -- C.C. Sabathia threw
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates win on Wilson's homer
After Jose Mesa blew a ninth inning lead, Craig Wilson connected in the 11th. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
"The selection of a politician -- any politician from either party -- is a mistake. Having
Opinion: "The selection of a politician -- any politician from either party -- is a mistake. Having
TROOPS CORDONED OFF A SHRINE AND ITS CEMETERY, AND ANY ATTACK ON THE HOLY SITE WILL BE LED BY IRAQIS TO DEFLECT ANGER TOWARD THE U.S.
Troops cordoned off a shrine and its cemetery, and any attack on the holy site will be led by Iraqis
Quilt Expo to help Amish
Quilt Expo to help Amish MIDDLEFIELD -- Handmade quilts will be auctioned and sold during the
COUNTY COURT | Austintown and Canfield
Several people recently appeared in Mahoning County Court in Austintown and Canfield: Larry Newell
YSU FOOTBALL Rycraft sets sight on extra year
He just finished a successful summer school stint. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Defaults soar in loans on property
The foreclosure rise was attributed to the economy and predatory lending. By JEFF ORTEGA
MADISON COUNTY Teen who beat boy is sentenced
The younger boy suffered a concussion and a fractured eye socket. LONDON, Ohio (AP) -- A teenager
AT A GLANCE | Summer Olympics
Today Archery At Dekelia Airforce Base Men's Individual Ranking, 5 p.m. Soccer Men Costa Rica
SUSPENSION Hubbard police chief will appeal
The police chief admits he called the safety director 'pathetic.' By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Eastwood Field
Headless gorilla: The head of the Scrappers' newest mascot was stolen Wednesday, said Jim Riley,
FROM LONDON, IRAQ'S TOP SHIITE CLERIC ALSO CALLED FOR AN END TO THE FIGHTING IN THE HOLY CITY.
From London, Iraq's top Shiite cleric also called for an end to the fighting in the holy city.
Art gallery in home brings zoning charge
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- A man who turned his home into a memorial for his late wife with
CAL THOMAS Kerry's the one who brought it up
Opinion: ast week, Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry returned to Sept. 11, 2001. He criticized
HELOISE Gift ideas express condolences in lieu of flowers
Dear Heloise: A while back, you had an article about a funeral basket. Instead of sending flowers,
STEELERS Troy not troubled by level of play
The second-year strong safety from the USC has renewed confidence. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- Troy
EXPANSION Lepper Library gets loan
The library wants an addition on the east and north sides of the structure. LISBON -- The Lepper
Weathersfield denies request for zone change
MINERAL RIDGE -- The Weathersfield Township Zoning Commission denied a request Wednesday to change
Crystal Olson, Brian Hlywa to be married
XThe engagement of Crystal Olson and Brian Hlywa, both of Goldsboro, N.C., is being announced by the
AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 4, Rangers 2 ARLINGTON, Texas -- Derek Jeter hit a solo homer and Tanyon
MAHONING COUNTY Beaver Township set for 2nd corn roast
If you want to see skunks -- without the smell -- come on out Saturday. By VIRGINIA ROSS
YSU trustees' chairman should review spending
Opinion: Youngstown State University President David Sweet's decision to have the director of budget planning
HEALTH CRISIS At hospital, man drops hundreds of pounds
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) -- A man who once weighed more than half a ton has lost 321 pounds under the
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 19.96 19.98 Avalon Holdings,3.113.22 Clear
OHIO TURNPIKE Taft wants trucks to go faster, pay less
The cost for a tractor-trailer to cross Ohio on the turnpike is $42.45. ASSOCIATED PRESS Gov.
GRETCHEN WILSON Singer performs overseas
Gretchen Wilson got used to explaining what a redneck is. By JOHN GEROME ASSOCIATED PRESS
PRESIDENTIAL RACE Bush and Kerry beat same path to get to voters
The overlapping appearances reflect the race's taut nature. LOS ANGELES TIMES HENDERSON, Nev. --
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Camp was fun; that's no bologna
I called my friend the other day, and her pre-teen daughter answered the telephone. "I'm going to
GIRLS SOFTBALL Canfield's run halted by Indiana in final
The 13-14 year old team dropped a tough 1-0 decision. By KELLY WILLIAMS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Ohio sees fewer cases of West Nile this year
AKRON (AP) -- State health officials have received fewer reports of West Nile virus this year than
Beeman-Luman wedding to be in park gazebo
XBOARDMAN -- Mr. and Mrs. James E. Beeman of Boardman are announcing plans for the upcoming
Bonnie hits Fla. as residents brace for Charley
Hurricane Charley was predicted to strike early Friday. APALACHICOLA, Fla. (AP) -- Tropical Storm
PENNSYLVANIA Judge threatens jail for skipping juror
The man had planned a trip to Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- A juror
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
COMPUTER VIRUS Teenager pleads guilty
One manager plans to be prepared for more viruses like the one the teen wrote. KNIGHT RIDDER
Cancer patient seeks a new liver
The man's sister thought up the idea for using billboards to seek a donor. HOUSTON (AP) -- Todd
Scrappers win in 10th, 7-6
Brian Finegan's infield hit produced the winning run over the Jammers. By BRIAN RICHESSON
GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Home remedies relieve the misery of chigger bites
Q. My mother has more than 100 chigger bites, and the itching is driving her crazy. What can she do
Manley-Huff troth announced, wedding planned
XCarrie Ann Manley, a daughter of Dennis E. and Mary Kay Manley, 600 Grandview Ave., East Palestine,
PA. MEDICAID A wait for funding causes a struggle for nursing homes
The state owes millions to nursing homes that accept Medicaid recipients. HARRISBURG (AP) --
County agrees to stop jailings over civil debts
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- County officials agreed to stop running what amounts to what some say is a
New club makes borrowing bags fashionable
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS So you blew the cost of a trip to Europe on the status handbag of the
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XSteven and Amy Bennett of Columbus, formerly of Salem, announce the birth of a daughter, Elise
MAHONING COUNTY Grand jury will consider child pornography charges
A man is accused of stealing money from people trying to buy puppies. AUSTINTOWN -- A Mahoning
Canton bills Bush for a campaign stop
CANTON (AP) -- Being a bellwether county may be a boon. Officials in this Stark County city
PENNSYLVANIA Group urges more preschool funding
A survey says kids do better in school by attending pre-kindergarten programs. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
DEATH-PENALTY CASE Clerk's mistake gives Ohio wrong data on ruling
The family of the victim has been upset by the news. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A mistake by a clerk at a
MRDD BOARDS Nonprofit group dismisses its CEO
The dismissal followed a two-month probe by a newspaper. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The nonprofit group for
The reading's over: 'Booknotes' ends run
NEW YORK (AP) -- After talking with 800 authors, Brian Lamb will close the book on "Booknotes," his
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3811.776-- Scrappers (Indians)2627.49114
Girard council decides to put 2 levies on ballot for safety forces
GIRARD -- City council has agreed to place two 3-mill levies on the Nov. 2 general election ballot
Photographer alleges beating in Aguilera lawsuit
Photographer alleges beating in Aguilera lawsuit PARIS -- A photographer has sued Christina
United Way, LensCrafters to put glasses on 200 needy children
The screenings and follow-up appointments are free. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
ADVISORY COMMITTEE Recommendations: Diet, exercise key to nutrition
People should avoid trans fats, limit salt intake, says panel. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans need
Israelis aren't colonialists; they're the original owners
Opinion: Israelis aren't colonialists; they're the original owners EDITOR I would like to respond to the
School district plans public event
COLUMBIANA -- With three new administrators in the district this year, Columbiana schools will have
Cooperative program to benefit Crestview, E. Liverpool schools
COLUMBIANA -- Crestview and East Liverpool schools will have a cooperative program this fall,
Miss Bowling, Andrew Bushey are affianced
XAnnouncement is being made of the engagement of Mary Katherine Bowling, daughter of Debi and Thomas
TRUMBULL COUNTY Police probe how boy, 14, was burned
The 14-year-old was with his friend inside the garage when gasoline ignited. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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COLUMBIANA COUNTY JFS puts names in public eye
Children in Columbiana County are owed $59 million in delinquent support payments. By D.A.
GEORGE F. WILL Homeland security, growing cynicism
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- On Nov. 12, 1940, Luftwaffe headquarters issued orders to German air forces throughout
Miss Lanterman, Mr. Stewart plan autumn wedding
XDIAMOND -- Mr. and Mrs. William R. Lanterman Sr. of Diamond are announcing the engagement of their
TRUMBULL COUNTY Group misses deadline to seek training grant
The committee that was supposed to ask for the grant never did. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR
DOWNTOWN Panel gives go-ahead for concert hall, courthouse
By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- The city has given approvals to a pair of
HOW HE SEES IT Deal with Australia will hurt U.S. seniors
Opinion: By RAMON CASTELLBLANCH KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE On Aug. 3, President Bush launched a stealth
CANFIELD ROAD Police catch 2 boys after car chase
YOUNGSTOWN -- Two stolen cars speeding along Canfield Road were abandoned near Arden Boulevard
REPUBLIC TECHNOLOGIES USW wants government to pay 'shutdown pensions'
The payments would cost the government agency $96 million. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The union
LORI HACKING CASE Police review letter, surveillance images
A police affidavit reveals other items taken. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- A letter found in the
Middle school principal in E. Palestine to resign
Middle school principal in E. Palestine to resign EAST PALESTINE -- The board of education is
Bitter harvest for blacks
Opinion: The Philadelphia Inquirer: Talk about a disappointing harvest. A federal initiative that was
DOCUMENTARY Film has pre-9/11 optimism
'America's Heart & amp; Soul' tells about the quintessential American dream. By DAVID GERMAIN
Digital records: hospitals' new Rx
Hospitals and other health-care providers move toward 'paperless' age. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- With
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Survivors recount horrific journey at sea to escape impoverished island
At least 55 people died after the engine failed and the boat drifted for days. NAGUA, Dominican
BASKETBALL Brown pushing right buttons
The 3-point shot is not being emphasized by the American team's coach. ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) --
KATHRYN EARNHART | At the Butler Fall exhibitions in the works
At The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown, a group of much-anticipated fall exhibitions
The American women shutout Greece 3-0.
The American women shutout Greece 3-0. ASSOCIATED PRESS IRAKLION, Greece -- Mia Hamm had a goal
DISCOVERY CHANNEL Shows study ancient Olympics
The grave of the Athlete of Taranto was found at a Greek outpost in Italy. By JUDITH S. GILLIES
MERCER COUNTY Sharpsville targets soliciting
Groups wanting to solicit donations in the street need their own insurance. SHARPSVILLE, Pa. --
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Murder on the Mount" mystery dinner theater. Main Course Murder, at Funny Farm Comedy
A game of catch?
A game of catch? kTOM ZETTS tries to show John Klacik III, son of Youngstown State University
Most officials believe they won't get equal representation in a single government.
Most officials believe they won't get equal representation in a single government. By HAROLD GWIN
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 'Jennifer's' friends failed her test of their loyalty
Dear Annie: My close friend, "Jennifer," just turned 25, and to celebrate, she made plans to go out
Today is Thursday, Aug. 12, the 225th day of 2004. There are 141 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Aug. 12, the 225th day of 2004. There are 141 days left in the year. On this date
Reservists to return
Reservists to return VIENNA -- Eighteen members of the Air Force Reserve 910th Airlift Wing's
Penguins put on pads ready to 'hoot-holler'
The starting offensive line is made up of all underclassmen. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
LAWRENCE COUNTY Jail hopes to turn away injured inmates
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County is trying to
COAL MINERS UMWA seeking help for retirees
The judge ruled that the company doesn't have to honor its union contracts. PIKEVILLE, Ky. (AP) --
JANE EISNER It's a sin to dismiss the home-school law
Opinion: The Hankin children of Bristol Township in Bucks County, Pa., went horseback riding Wednesday, and
SCHOOLS Board likely violated law, 2 experts say
At issue is that the board's attorney wasn't present for the closed-door session. By NORMAN LEIGH
RETAIL Toys 'R' Us struggles to survive
Sales grew almost 11 percent for the Babies store, but toy sales dropped. NEWARK, N.J. (AP) --
WEATHER Florida braces as Bonnie and Charley close in
A double-whammy hasn't happened in Florida since 1906. KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) -- A state of emergency
DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene There's no age limit in talent
At age 7, Lisandra Stebner is already learning to play piano, guitar and hand bells and loving the
FOOTBALL FORECAST Nine area coaches give preview of year
Chaney's Ron Berdis goes after his 14th City title in 15 years. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
MVSD seeks bids for filtration system work
MINERAL RIDGE -- Companies willing to perform work on the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District's