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NFL EXHIBITION ROUNDUP McGahee leads Bills to victory
The Buffalo back scored and helped the team to a 16-6 win over Denver. ASSOCIATED PRESS ORCHARD
BRITAIN
Opinion: BRITAIN The Daily Telegraph, London, Aug. 6: Information from terrorist suspects arrested by the
FLORIDA Farmers, growers begin assessing hurricane damage
Citrus growers in hard-hit counties lost groves, equipment and homes. ARCADIA, Fla. (AP) --
Liberty officials need to be frugal with public money
Opinion: Liberty officials need to be frugal with public money EDITOR: Liberty Township trustees'
DOWNTOWN PROJECTS Governor presents check for $2.1M to New Castle
The money will pay for a bridge, plaza, park and riverwalk area. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR
Singh wins PGA
Singh wins PGA kVIJAY SINGH shot a 4-over 76 to eke into a three-way playoff, then made his only
CONNECTICUT Company scores homer with Wiffle Ball
The Wiffle Ball celebrates five decades of backyard ballgames. HARTFORD COURANT SHELTON, Conn.
Freestyle flop costs Phelps; disgruntled Hall skips race
ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Michael Phelps stared at the scoreboard in disbelief, gasping for air. Neil
HURRICANE CHARLEY Homeless survivors await supplies
The storm killed at least 17 people in Florida, four in Cuba and one in Jamaica. PUNTA GORDA, Fla.
Crown jewel in downtown will soon shine brighter
Opinion: Crown jewel in downtown will soon shine brighter Amid the redevelopment hubbub currently
IRAQ Tanks move toward shrine
At least eight U.S. troops have been killed in Najaf this month. NAJAF, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. tanks
WIN, PLCE & amp; SHOW
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Slew d'Or (Jenkins)46.408.8010.40 Eyena (Pereira)2.402.60
HOW HE SEES IT Bush has power to act rather than react
Opinion: By GEORGE GEDDA ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER WASHINGTON -- An incumbent president seeking re-election
A tough road awaits the Indians
It's time to see if the young Indians can contend down the stretch. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY Housing agency denies request for new project
North Avenue Elementary will be razed this fall for housing. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Annie's Mailbox Her son is too young for details
Dear Annie: Eight years ago, my son's father shot himself in front of me. I was five months pregnant
Drug hearing postponed for Greeks
The two sprinters are still hospitalized from an accident. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Greek sprinters
VIDEO GAME REVIEW 'Madden NFL' scores another win for '05
The game is a sure success with every new edition. By PHIL VILLARREAL ARIZONA DAILY STAR John
GYMNASTICS Americans second after first two events
XATHENS, Greece -- The American gymnasts breezed through the first two events of qualifying, looking
MAHONING COUNTY Crime reports keep area police busy
One woman reported her dog was stolen. AUSTINTOWN -- Township police were busy over the weekend,
SUNDAY'S MEDALISTS
CYCLING (ROAD) Women's Road Race GOLD--Sara Carrigan, Australia SILVER--Judith Arndt, Germany
ELLEN GOODMAN Summertime and the living can be easy
Opinion: CASCO BAY, Maine -- "Do you summer on the island?" the stranger asks me as we walk down the ramp to
Penguins bigger, stronger
A championship football season won't begin Sept. 2 when Youngstown State will play its first game
LEADERBOARD Final round
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U.S. routed in opener
The Americans were embarrassed by Puerto Rico, their worst loss ever. ATHENS, Greece (AP) --
Today is Monday, Aug. 16, the 229th day of 2004. There are 137 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Monday, Aug. 16, the 229th day of 2004. There are 137 days left in the year. On this date
DAYTIME TV A new part: Pauley to host talk show
The show will be competing with Oprah Winfrey and Barbara Walters. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW YORK
'TWO AND A HALF MEN' Taylor says her characters are different from her real-life style, personality
She first starred in the 1980s sitcom 'Bosom Buddies.' ASSOCIATED PRESS BURBANK, Calif. -- On
OHIO LEGISLATURE Petition drive seeks action on universal health care
A health-insurance trade group opposes the effort for universal health care. By JEFF ORTEGA
SLAIN-BABY CASE Where to put Jackie Colon?
Prosecutors say it's unlikely that Jackie Colon will be charged as an adult. By BOB JACKSON
DONALD TRUMP Although Trump's fired, he remains in spotlight
The millionaire's brand seems to be unfazed by his business woes. NEW YORK (AP) -- It doesn't
SOAP SCOOP Daytime TV news
CHLOE COMES BACK: As both NBC soaps, "Days of Our Lives" and "Passions," went into their Olympic
VIDEO GAME REVIEW 'Doom 3' sets a new standard for scary
The three-dimensional graphics and sound effects create the scene. By MATT SLAGLE ASSOCIATED
ALCOA Siding acquires a colorful change
Siding colors like lemon ice and strawberry fields will soon be available. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
MAHONING COUNTY Negotiations break down between union, MRDD
YOUNGSTOWN -- Contract talks between the Mahoning Education Association of Developmental
TRUMBULL COUNTY Summit Academy opens in Warren to give pupils a new opportunity
Classes start in the former St. James building. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
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PNC PARK Kendall's ejection highlights Pirates' 3-0 win
Josh Fogg pitched six shutout innings for his first win since July 2. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jason
TRUMBULL COUNTY Discipline questions arise in strip-search allegations
The mayor says he will talk with the chief this week. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
PENNSYLVANIA $20,000 grant will fund updates for playground
The borough must submit a plan to spend the money by the end of the month. By LAURE CIOFFI
BEAVER TOWNSHIP Health board to mail septic-pump reminders
The county started its septic system reminder program in 1997. NORTH LIMA -- Mahoning County
NBC
NBC 12:30-4 p.m. -- Swimming; Beach Volleyball; Rowing; Canoeing. 8 p.m.-Midnight -- Gymnastics;
Q & amp;A Writer encourages slow movement
Today's fast-paced society needs to take a moment to relax and regroup, he says. By VALERIE
NFL PRESEASON STANDINGS & amp; SUMMARIES
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SOFTBALL United States rolls past Australia, 10-0
XATHENS, Greece -- The U.S. women's softball team has traveled this road before, and it's determined
SUNDAY'S SCORES AND RESULTS
BASEBALL Cuba 4, Australia 1 Japan 12, Italy 0, 7 innings Canada 7, Taiwan 0 Netherlands 11,
Homeland insensitivity
Opinion: Homeland insensitivity Washington Post: With all the heightened concerns about terrorism, you
VIEW-MASTER AT 65 Still 3-Delightful
By KATE SANTICH KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Long before there was Game Boy, before Ninja Turtles
Roundup of Sunday's sports
Archery American and Ukrainian archers won the first Olympic competitions to be held in
Dangerous dog shot
Dangerous dog shot YOUNGSTOWN -- A pit bull menacing neighbors on East Dewey Avenue Saturday
WEST SIDE Assault victim tells police he later got death threat
The judge ordered the couple to not have contact with the man. YOUNGSTOWN -- A man who police say
MOTORSPORTS ROUNDUP Schumacher claims 12th victory in Formula One
The Hungarian Grand Prix was his 12th win in 13 tries this season. ASSOCIATED PRESS BUDAPEST,
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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ALTERNATIVE ROCK After 12-year break, The Pixies succeed without record label
The band will start a tour of the United States and Canada on Sept. 4. TOKYO (AP) -- The Pixies,
Drugs suspected in inmate's death
Drugs suspected in inmate's death NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Police suspect drugs caused a 21-year-old
KOBE BRYANT TRIAL Prosecutors may decide to dismiss criminal case
The prosecution has suffered a series of setbacks. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) -- Kobe Bryant has one more
Chris Gimenez is 'beaned' again in Scrappers 9-1 win over Batavia
The Mahoning Valley star was hit for the 20th time this season. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
Best Bets on TV Today
"Summer Under the Stars" pays tribute to Elvis Presley, who died 27 years ago today. Showing his
HURRICANE CHARLEY Troops, rescuers help out survivors
In Punta Gorda, President Bush offered consolation to storm victims. PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (AP) --
"His sexual orientation doesn't matter to me. I feel he's done a good job, holding the line on
Opinion: "His sexual orientation doesn't matter to me. I feel he's done a good job, holding the line on
VOLLEYBALL U.S. team plays well, but Italy captures win
XATHENS, Greece -- The United States men's volleyball team is trying to return to the level it
CYCLING Australia's Carrigan captures gold medal
XATHENS, Greece -- Sara Carrigan's tactic was questioned. The result cannot be. Carrigan
OHIO Board member aims to establish tax break holiday on school items
The tax break helps many families cope with a yearly expense. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
AROUND THE HORN I Sunday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 5, Red Sox 4 BOSTON -- Mark Buehrle overcame a wild start and Carlos
City man faces charges after domestic dispute
City man faces charges after domestic dispute YOUNGSTOWN -- City police charged a man after a
NATION
NATION Expert: Rising crude costs could boost gas prices CAMARILLO, Calif. -- Average gas prices
DIVISION SHOWDOWN Tribe falls to Twins in 10th
The loss keeps Cleveland two games behind Minnesota in the AL Central. By TOM WILLIAMS
OHIO Barn owls near record number
AKRON (AP) -- A threatened species appears to be bouncing back -- Ohio's barn owls are approaching
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GEORGE F. WILL Trade rep plays crucial role
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- On Bob Zoellick's office wall hangs a portrait of George McClellan, the Union general
TELEVISION Kilborn, host of 'Late Late Show' on CBS, calls it quits
The network hasn't commented on a possible replacement host. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES --
MAHONING COUNTY Lowellville band marches on
The band's original music has never been published. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Singh survives tough last day for third major
The 41-year-old is the 11th player to win in the last 11 majors. HAVEN, Wis. (AP) -- It was a
IRAQ CONFERENCE Proxies say cleric can't stay in shrine
A journalist and his translator have disappeared. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Delegates at Iraq's
Driver is 'critical' after crash with truck
Driver is 'critical' after crash with truck VIENNA -- The Ohio State Highway Patrol is
APPALACHIAN OHIO Mayor struggles to help poor village
The median household income is barely more than half the state average. MACKSBURG, Ohio (AP) --
Hilton weds in Las Vegas -- it's Nicky, not Paris
Hilton weds in Las Vegas -- it's Nicky, not Paris LAS VEGAS -- Hotel heiress Nicky Hilton married
NASCAR Stewart overcomes stomach cramps to win again
He beat Ron Fellows by less than two seconds at Watkins Glen. WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (AP) -- Tony