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MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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TRUMBULL COUNTY Labor parade planned for Niles
The city's parade celebrates local labor and other businesses. By NICOLE HUGHES VINDICATOR
"If they have that kind of difficulty with a member of Congress, how in the world are average
Opinion: "If they have that kind of difficulty with a member of Congress, how in the world are average
NATIONAL GUARD Homemade bomb kills Ohio soldier serving in Iraq
He was concerned about his family while away, his sister says. COLUMBUS (AP) -- An Ohio soldier
IRAQ Police bear brunt in Najaf
The police chief's nephew was decapitated. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR NAJAF, Iraq -- With the
MURDER-SUICIDE Police: Man killed wife in furnace
Two of the couple's children managed to escape. AKRON (AP) -- Authorities suspect a man forced his
PURCHASING PROBE Contractor indicted on 3 charges
At issue is a floor scrubber purchased by the county for $7,000. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
BROWNS Mariucci: Garcia getting in a groove
The former 49ers coach and quarterbaack conversed prior to Saturday's exhibition game. By JOE
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth George and Argera Makroglou, 2316 Keystone, Cortland, twin boys, Aug. 21.
WOMEN'S CLOTHING 'CURVY' The word fits
The new marketing message: Be proud of your plus-size. By JOHN REINAN SCRIPPS HOWARD Like the
HOMELAND SECURITY Ohio, other states are slow in spending federal funds
Some local projects, such as a $1,000 portable toilet, have been questioned. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
People have a right to know what's wrong with their cars
Opinion: People have a right to know what's wrong with their cars EDITOR: I was both horrified and angry
ST. ELIZABETH Humility of Mary to build acute-care hospital at campus
Construction is expected to begin in summer 2005. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Renovation to let city keep up with growth
By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU COLUMBIANA -- Tucked behind a residential neighborhood
Hurray for Hercules
Hurray for Hercules VIENNA -- The Air Force Reserve's 910th Airlift Wing at Youngstown Air Reserve
AMANDA BEAGLE Will she be Miss America?
The reigning Miss Ohio will leave next week for Washington, D.C., before heading on to Atlantic
Police probe arson fire in France at Jewish community center
PARIS (AP) -- French police were investigating a previously unknown Islamic militant group's claim
NATION Employers, workers debate overtime law
No one knows for sure how many people will be affected. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Paychecks could surge
Kids continue tradition while updating sound
The family is touring to support their new album. NEW YORK (AP) -- The Von Trapp family singers --
CONTRIBUTIONS Not a close race
Republicans: $1,606,390 Democrats: $322,926 Here's how candidates for the Ohio Supreme Court
BLOCKBUSTER BEASTS Nature fights back in summer movies
Films feed a fear that is growing in modern society. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS The sharks, snakes and
CLEVELAND AREA Former mayor doesn't recall drunken episode at neighbor's
CLEVELAND (AP) -- A former suburban mayor found undressed and sleeping in a stranger's driveway said
STEELERS Strong rushing attack reduces team's worry
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF PITTSBURGH -- For much of the 1990s, the Pittsburgh
Today is Monday, Aug. 23, the 236th day of 2004. There are 130 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Monday, Aug. 23, the 236th day of 2004. There are 130 days left in the year. On this date
'MEMOIRS OF A GEISHA' 'Crouching Tiger' star gets new role
Zhang Ziyi has broken the language barrier. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- After long years of development
U.S. basketball team routs Angola, 89-53
The Americans grabbed 28 of the first 32 rebounds. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Tim Duncan caught a pass
MEDICINE Biotech companies focus research on adult stem cells
Companies see potential in the alternative to using embryonic cells. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON
NL CENTRAL Renteria homer propels Cards
Pirates starter Ryan Vogelsong was shelled in the first inning of an 11-4 loss. ST. LOUIS (AP) --
Homeowners work on repairs
Out-of-state contractors are pouring into the hurricane-damaged area. ORLANDO SENTINEL ORLANDO,
CUYAHOGA COUNTY Paroles boost number of sex offenders
CLEVELAND (AP) -- More than 530 sex offenders have settled in Cuyahoga County in the past year,
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN Dole weighs in on Kerry medals
A newspaper editor who served with Kerry supported the candidate's account. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 20.20 20.25 Avalon Holdings,2.873.00 Clear
PETER KRAUSE | A profile Stage, screen and TV: Actor fills his schedule
The 'Six Feet Under' star is now on the big screen. SEATTLE TIMES If you happen to be in New
2 men are hospitalized after 2-vehicle crash
2 men are hospitalized after 2-vehicle crash BLOOMFIELD -- Authorities are investigating the
LEADERBOARD NEC Final round
Stewart Cink63-68-68-70--269-11 Rory Sabbatini68-66-71-68--273-7 Tiger Woods68-66-70-69--273-7 Davis
NASCAR Biffle in a breeze in Marketplace
The points standings did a flip-flop as No. 2 Jeff Gordon took over the No. 1 spot from Jimmie
INTELLIGENCE Senator offers reform plan
The proposal would reorder the CIA, the lawmaker from Kansas said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Officials
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK | From Eastwood Field
Just in case: The New York-Penn League has announced its postseason format. If the Scrappers qualify
SUNDAY'S SPORTS ROUNDUP
SOFTBALL XLisa Fernandez pitched a three-hitter and Crystl Bustos drove in two runs as the United
Gatlin surprises field in 100 dash
ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Justin Gatlin shoveled the snow off his track in North Carolina, braving the
Twins clobber Indians for sweep
The Tribe has lost seven straight contests to fall seven games back. COMBINED DISPATCHES
MEDALS AND RESULTS
MEDALS TABLE Through Sunday 165 completed medal events CountryGSBTot United States21221558
Boy apologizes in court for killing father
ELYRIA, Ohio (AP) -- A 15-year-old boy who once sketched bloody images of himself shooting his
New job for official who quit amid controversy
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A man who resigned as chief financial officer for the Cleveland Catholic Diocese
LONG DISTANCE Agency freezes rates for carriers
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal regulators have imposed a six-month freeze on the rates regional phone
CALIFORNIA SLAYINGS Lodge owner tells police couple looked for room
The couple were supposed to return to their camp Sunday evening. JENNER, Calif. (AP) -- A business
Austintown plans to improve its park
Austintown plans to improve its park AUSTINTOWN -- Austintown Township Park is hoping to spruce up
Zetts gets start for YSU
The season opener for Youngstown State football is just more than a week away -- 10 days to be exact
COLD-EEZE Zinc-lozenge inventor to buy company that makes them
The acquisition will protect the company's intellectual property. DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- In a bid
KIDS MUSIC Artists update their sound
The new style is music to the ears of the parents of tykes. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Kids are ready
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers keep hopes alive, 9-5
Tony Sipp pitched Mahoning Valley past Jamestown on Sunday. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)4515.750-- Scrappers (Indians)3231.508141/2 Batavia
ADVICE Providing real dish on college lessons
Get ready to handle stuff that really matters. By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK
Charter school numbers don't inspire confidence
Opinion: The latest numbers on the success -- or lack thereof -- of charter schools nationally should
Greece next for U.S. women's team
The Americans romped past China, but may have lost Katie Smith. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- With an
OHIO Dental care continues to decay for low-income patients
There is also poor access to dental care in some areas. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Six years after the Ohio
HOW HE SEES IT South Africa debates right to carry arms
Opinion: By LEON MARSHALL KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE JOHANNESBURG, South Africa -- One of South Africa's
BILLBOARD HITS
HOT 100: TOP 20 1. "Lean Back," Terror Squad. SRC/Universal/UMRG. 2. "Sunshine," Lil' Flip feat.
LIFESTYLE Canine can reveal real man
Author believes men's choice of dogs reflects character. SCRIPPS HOWARD As founding editor of
BROWNS Mariucci: Garcia getting in a grove
The former 49ers coach and quarterbaack conversed prior to Saturday's exhibition game. By JOE
DIVING Aussies Newberry, Tourky earn medals
XTurns out the Australians are pretty good divers, too. The country known for its swimming pulled
RAISING MONEY Democrats trail GOP candidates
\Republicans have a 5-2 majority on the high court. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
More cases of illness reported from island
PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio (AP) -- Health officials said Sunday that more than 100 additional cases of a
Police seek thieves who stole 'The Scream'
Police seek thieves who stole 'The Scream' OSLO, Norway -- Norwegian police said today that they
U.S. women gymnasts pick up 3 more medals
Paul Hamm didn't place on pommel horse or floor exercise. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- While the U.S.
WEST BRANCH SCHOOLS Weekend planned to honor inductees
The hall of fame inductees will be recognized at the game. By JoANN JONES VINDICATOR
20/20 PLAN Wanted: Organizations to make vision reality
The AGF hopes to build momentum for the plan. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER AUSTINTOWN
SUNDAY'S MEDALISTS
ATHLETICS Men 100 GOLD--Justin Gatlin, Raleigh, N.C. SILVER--Francis Obikwelu, Portugal BRONZE--
BOXING Whitaker loses decision to Reid as replacement
He took the fight on short notice, then fell behind early. MARKSVILLE, La. -- With an arrival in
Natural gas blast destroys apartment
AKRON (AP) -- A natural gas explosion destroyed an apartment Sunday and injured a technician who was
SOAP SCOOP
SOAP SCOOP Daytime TV News KIN SHRINER JOINS "Y & amp;R": For more than 25 years Kin Shriner
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX School for working adults to accept younger students
Analysts question how the move will play with older students. ASSOCIATED PRESS You still won't
COURTS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason R. Crum, 26, 6730 Meander Run, Austintown, and Aimee L.
GEORGE F. WILL Free speech taking a beating
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Russ Darrow -- "The Right Russ," his bumper stickers say -- is running in the Sept. 14
Monsoons help control wildfires
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- In Arizona and New Mexico, one season seems to have trumped another: monsoon
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U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Michael R. Crain The U.S. Marshals Service Northern Ohio Violent
Shortage expected as poll workers age
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Josephine Wramp can't remember a time when she didn't work an election. "I
Cop fatally shoots man after chase
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A man was shot by a police officer Saturday after he held up a gun at officers who
MEDAL LEADERS
MEDAL LEADERS Through Sunday CountryGSBTot United States21221558 China22141046 Russia6131736
PENNSYLVANIA Mother, daughter die in house fire; 1 injured
STAFF AND WIRE REPORTS ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. -- A mother and daughter died of smoke inhalation and a
Fighting continues at holy shrine
A kidnapped journalist thanked the radical cleric for helping to free him. NAJAF, Iraq (AP) --
Annie's Mailbox Visits are ruined by smoking
Dear Annie: My father-in-law, "Steve," and his wife, "Sally," live several states away and visit us
JORDAN
Opinion: JORDAN Jordan Times, Amman, Aug. 16: As the fighting in Najaf intensifies in the wake of the
The two-hour documentary "Targeted: Osama Bin Laden" (8 p.m., History Channel) delves into the hunt
The two-hour documentary "Targeted: Osama Bin Laden" (8 p.m., History Channel) delves into the hunt
HOW HE SEES IT Keyes' campaign twists founders' words
Opinion: By ALAN DERSHOWITZ BALTIMORE SUN There is a candidate running for the Senate who believes that a
Where there's smoke ...
Opinion: Washington Post: When Congress returns from its summer recess, one key item of business will be
COSTCO Discount retailer begins selling coffins
The coffins, each priced at $800, can be delivered within 48 hours. CHICAGO (AP) -- Whether you're
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 2nd--Affirmlode (Spieth)5.003.602.80 Bumkin McGruder
Cink has perfect week at Firestone
He led all the way against a field that included the best in the world. AKRON (AP) -- Stewart Cink
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD Sites are in jeopardy because of funding
The new Freedom Center received contributions. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A state organization that works to
VIDEO GAME REVIEW 'Jaws': You're the shark, and it's eat or die
But you don't necessarily have to eat humans. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A new video game will show that
Where's the beef? Usher says there isn't any
Where's the beef? Usher says there isn't any BOSTON -- R & amp;B crooner Usher swears he has
MODEL BUILDING Canfield man makes replica of original statehouse
The replica took about eight weeks to complete. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
WEST SIDE Decaying waste odor puts residents in rotten mood
The dumping fight is frustrating because it's not the tidy neighborhood's first. By ROGER G. SMITH