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AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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"There was a time you did things all day long. Then it moved in the direction of 'Why work all that
Opinion: "There was a time you did things all day long. Then it moved in the direction of 'Why work all that
Back-to-back homers spoil Big Unit's outing
Jack Wilson and Jason Bay did the damage in Pittsburgh's 2-1 victory. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- When
Marbury leads U.S. past Spain
He scored a U.S. Olympic record 31 points in a 102-94 victory. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Larry Brown
INDIANS Crisp helps Tribe end 9-game slump
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Coco Crisp caused more commotion than a runaway squirrel. Crisp dived headfirst
Are items counterfeit? Police arrest Ohio man
CANFIELD -- Police said they found suspected counterfeit designer purses and CDs and a stolen
County debates tax value with state
Developments are sparking a rise in agricultural property values. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers get within half game of wild card berth
They beat Aberdeen 3-2 on Brian Finegan's eighth inning home run. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR
Sweet orders review of hiring
YSU's president wouldn't discuss the review's possible consequences. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
STANDINGS | New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)4518.714-- Scrappers (Indians)3531.530111/2 Batavia
Gardner's last match on mat ends in tears
ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Shed no tears for Rulon Gardner. Yes, that really was Gardner, the only man
presidential race Voter poll shows Bush takes slight lead over Kerry
Voters are left questioning Kerry's service in Vietnam. Los Angeles Times WASHINGTON --
CITY HIGH SCHOOLS Central stadium idea draws lots of fans
Envisioned is a privately funded, 8,000-seat, $5.5 million stadium. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
graedons | people's herbal pharmacy Gin and raisins remedy
Q. I have read about taking seven raisins soaked in bourbon each day for arthritis pain. Please let
Bush-1 foresaw cost of ousting Saddam
Opinion: By GEORGE GEDDA ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER WASHINGTON -- Not many people foresaw the postwar
PREP FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
Today Rayen at Canfield Cleveland East at Howland Lowellville at Crestview Friday Chaney at
MEN'S VOLLEYBALL U.S. rallies to defeat Greece to reach semis
XATHENS, Greece -- A wild comeback lifted the United States from the brink of defeat against an
OLYMPIC MEDALS TABLE
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BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Brandon and Pamela Roe, 607 Northside Ave., East Liverpool, boy, Aug. 19.
WEDNESDAY'S SPORTS ROUNDUP
WOMEN'S TRIATHLON XKate Allen of Austria passed half of the field during the final leg of the
LIQUOR licenses
LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers
Republicans Some take issue with platform
A final report is expected to be approved today. Dallas Morning News NEW YORK -- A Republican
McKelvey discusses job losses on Fox program
NAFTA is causing Ohio's job losses, the mayor said. YOUNGSTOWN -- This city's Democratic mayor,
Pa. announces price rise for credits for future tuition
The amount needed to purchase one credit will rise as much as 20 percent. HARRISBURG (AP) --
MAHONING COUNTY Local Dems lambaste McKelvey
The party may reconsider endorsing candidates. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
Hot issue: base closings
The Democratic candidates support a two-year delay in base closings. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Today is Thursday, Aug. 26, the 239th day of 2004. There are 127 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Aug. 26, the 239th day of 2004. There are 127 days left in the year. On this date
OHIO Dems seek charter-school moratorium
Teachers unions are among the biggest critics of the charter schools. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
Wednesday's medalists
ATHLETICS Women 200 GOLD--Veronica Campbell, Jamaica SILVER--Allyson Felix, Santa Clarita, Calif.
Texas first to reach U.S. finals
Richmond defeated Morganton, N.C. 8-2 on Wednesday night. SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) -- Texas is
Gates joins other billionaires in backing Calif. issue
If voters approve, human cloning programs for research would be funded. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --
Death by parental advice
Is it any wonder parents are the negative Nellies of an offspring's young adulthood? We know so
SHENANGO VALLEY PROPOSAL Consolidation opponents ask about leaders' stance
None of the officials openly supported the consolidation. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
Rogers health fair
Rogers health fair ROGERS -- The Rogers Community Auction and U.S. SARR -- Search, Rescue,
Jones qualifies for long jump; Felix captures silver in 200 race
Jones was also named to compete on the 400-meter relay team. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Marion Jones
TRUMBULL COUNTY Water rates proposal on hold while MVSD waits for response
Niles' mayor also wants to discuss the proposal with city-appointed directors. By SHERRI L.
Heinz Kerry offers support system for women
A medical plan would be paid for by repealing tax cuts to the wealthiest. By LAURE CIOFFI
Council OKs 3 proposals
One item abolishes council aides and passes the annual salaries to members. By ROGER G. SMITH
Man with a mission: a hipper White House
The North Carolina furniture maker wants to redecorate. TAYLORSVILLE, N.C. (AP) -- Mitchell Gold
ST. JOSEPH Makeup session boosts spirits
Tender Touch is looking for volunteers. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER WARREN --
Assault charge
Assault charge YOUNGSTOWN -- Myrthys D. Robbins, 26, of East Ravenwood Avenue was arrested at 2
TRUMBULL COUNTY Democratic bus tour rolls into Niles
The bus trip ends Sunday in New York City. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER NILES
Man released after being questioned about slayings
Man released after being questioned about slayings SANTA ROSA, Calif. -- Authorities cleared a
Doctors, lawyers: Woman is still ill
Mary Moore's lawyer said the woman 'still has dark thoughts.' By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Frederick D. Williams, 52, of 12921 Springfield Road, Lot 71N,
Suspected marijuana
Suspected marijuana NILES -- Police expect to make arrests in the next few days after discovering
RMI union leaders mulling contract vote
Workers have been locked out of the titanium mill since last October. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Top cleric arrives
NAJAF, Iraq (AP) -- Iraq's top Shiite cleric made a dramatic return to Najaf at the head of a
Central stadium idea draws lots of fans
Envisioned is a privately funded, 8,000-seat, $5.5 million stadium. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
Commissioners approve doctor's contract despite two objections
The doctor provides medical care to inmates at the county jail. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
California puts government items up for sale
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- Need an airplane engine? How about a traffic light bulb? Or even a nice
Bush consults with McClain on ads by 'shadowy' groups
The debate over ads attacking Kerry's war record continutes to rage. LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) --
EDWARDS CAMPAIGNS IN VALLEY Hot issue: base closings
The Democratic candidates support a two-year delay in base closings. By DAVID SKOLNICK
AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 11, Blue Jays 5 TORONTO -- David Ortiz homered twice and drove in four
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW | Friday football
CHANEY (0-0) vs. FITCH (0-0) Game time: 7:30 p.m. at Fitch High Falcon Stadium. Last meeting:
MERCER, LAWRENCE SCHOOLS Districts set sights on better performance
Five Mercer and Lawrence counties schools didn't meet improvement targets. By HAROLD GWIN and
Cops arrest man with dye-stained money
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The need for clean money gave him away. A bank-robbery ring was cracked when
Hubbard commission reduces action against chief to letter of reprimand
The police chief will have the letter in his file for a year. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
'Suspect Zero' fails to deliver plot substance by end of film
The film shows promise in the beginning of the serial-killer story. By DAVID GERMAIN ASSOCIATED
Driver of minivan facing drug charges
AUSTINTOWN -- A New Middletown man accused of driving a minivan containing drug paraphernalia was to
Prompt action needed to preserve bridal gown
Dear Readers: This time of year, I get many letters asking how to take care of wedding dresses after
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Rocky Horror Picture Show." Oakland Center for the Arts, 220 W. Boardman St., Youngstown,
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Clients reject ex-chief's settlement offers
The cases are continuing in federal court. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF FOWLER
BASEBALL Cuba beat Australia 6-2 to win gold medal
XATHENS, Greece -- With a relentless, balanced offense, Cuba rolled over upstart Australia 6-2
DALE MCFEATTERS Think before checking box on the health form
Opinion: Sometimes a state, in its zeal to do good, gets carried away. Pennsylvania did, and it's worth
Washingtonville residents question SBC's 911 charges
Some villagers are paying twice for 911 services. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Penguins look for improved special teams
They might just have the two best kickers in all of Division I-AA football. By PETE MOLLICA
Park officials: Photo gives bad image
Trustees plan to meet with park officials soon. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
YSU FOOTBALL Penguins look for improved special teams
They might just have the two best kickers in all of Division I-AA football. By PETE MOLLICA
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
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STEELERS Staley anxious to give Philadelphia his best
The Pittsburgh running back spent seven seasons with the Eagles. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The
MUSIC Country star Pam Tillis says she's thankful for her career
She plans to meet with fans after her Sunday show at Ponderosa Park. By NANCILYNN GATTA
Kids suspect Mom's tithe is too much for her
Dear Annie: My siblings and I are worried that our mom is being asked to give more than a tithe of
Planes' recorders fail to aid search for causes, official says
The official said terrorism remains the top theory of what caused the crashes. MOSCOW (AP) -- The
Father of dead soldier sets fire to Marine van
A Marine spokesman said the father, who suffered severe burns, 'snapped.' HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (AP) --
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Aug. 22 Theft/recovered
Group opposes highway proposal
A dozen homes would be eliminated in Hunters Woods. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Guantanamo terror suspect to face military commission
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP) -- The Pentagon has accused the third Guantanamo terror suspect
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Giants: Kurt Warner will start at quarterback Friday against the Jets, but Eli Manning, the No. 1
NEOCAP supervisor pleads innocent
WARREN -- A resident supervisor at the Northeast Ohio Community Alternative Program has pleaded
Salem is facing costs that increase faster than income
Opinion: Salem is facing costs that increase faster than income EDITOR: The city of Salem, like many Ohio
Two American boxers advance to semifinal round
Andre Dirrell and Andre Ward will carry the U.S. hopes for a medal. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Andre
Despite lack of flight-recorder data, top theory is terrorism, official says
MOSCOW (AP) -- A top Russian official said today that flight recorders failed to provide reliable
NATION
NATION SEC fines brokerage firms for not stating payments WASHINGTON -- Seven regional brokerage
Boardman trustees delay zone-change decision
Trustees need more information before making decision. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
Campaign finance reform in Ohio a priority -- again
Opinion: This week's pledge by Gov. Bob Taft and Secretary of State Kenneth Blackwell, both Republicans, to
SCHOOLS Board looks at funding repairs
Old boilers, old windows and leaky roofs are part of the problem. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
HOW THEY SEE IT If the electoral voting for president results in a tie, then what?
Opinion: By PAUL SRACIC and NATHAN P. RITCHEY WASHINGTON POST What if Americans wake up Nov. 3 and
A detailed guide to following fall flicks
A detailed guide to following fall flicks k NOW THAT the summer blockbusters have come and gone,
IRAQ 27 killed in attack
KUFA, Iraq (AP) -- A mortar barrage slammed into a mosque filled with Iraqis preparing to march on
SAILING Fridman gets Israel's first-ever gold medal
XATHENS, Greece -- Windsurfer Gal Fridman carried his country's hopes with him as he sped across the
Friday's Broadcast schedule
NBC, 12:30-4 p.m. -- Men's Basketball; Track & amp; Field; Equestrian; Canoeing. 8
Sequel is worse than the original
The story is bad, and the acting isn't any better. By DAVID GERMAIN ASSOCIATED PRESS The
GEORGE F. WILL Looking to space for answers about life
Opinion: PASADENA, Calif. -- On Sept. 8 a spacecraft will insert into the atmosphere over Utah a glider that
SOCCER Cardinal Mooney girls defeat Ursuline
Niles beat West Branch on Jessica Pallante's goal. STRUTHERS -- Sophomore Mimi Vitello scored two
TCHAIKOVSKY Writer: Sexual conflict fills composer's works
The Russian was the first prominent composer known to be gay. By SCOTT CANTRELL DALLAS MORNING
U.S., Russia ready to battle Friday in semifinal test
The teams last met in the 2002 world championships finals. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Nothing like two
SHENANGO VALLEY Library seeks funding boost
Hermitage's contribution has stayed at the $50,000 mark for four years. By HAROLD GWIN
Message resounds among rally-goers
Four Bush supporters stood outside of the rally holding signs. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
'A HOME AT THE END OF THE WORLD' Actors excel in story of trio meandering through life
Bobby is subconsciously searching for a replacement for his beloved brother. By CHRIS KALTENBACH