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OFFICER'S SLAYING Koliser: Speed up my death
Martin Koliser's lawyers say he should be allowed to waive all appeals. By BOB JACKSON
Good start to Canfield's year
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CANFIELD -- After two so-so scrimmages, Canfield High
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Party Hostess (Rojas)28.6014.005.60 Saved (Villa-
MEGA-TEAMS Hendrick's multiple-car concept is big
If you don't have one, you might as well stay home. ASSOCIATED PRESS Once considered misguided
The profound effect of a teacher's compliment
I received a note from my high school principal the other day. "I want you to know that I really
CRIME Violence, economy aren't necessarily linked
While unemployment is up in cities, violent crime actually is down. BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (AP) -- When
HEALTH CARE Poll: Workers likely to shoulder more costs
Some employers could drop health-care coverage, one consultant said. NEW YORK (AP) -- Employers
Melia-Peroulakis wedding to be on Island of Crete
XPOLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Frank Melia Sr., 7478 Clovermeade Ave., are announcing plans for the autumn
Lori Muraoka, Adam Kotarski to wed Oct. 3
XCANFIELD -- Shirley and Donald Hobbs, 4551 Canfield Road, are announcing the engagement of their
Charity builder is at home in warehouse
SHARON, Pa. -- Mercer County Habitat for Humanity is officially home. The organization has moved
Saturday's Broadcast schedule
NBC Noon-6 p.m. -- Men's Basketball; Women's Volleyball; Wrestling; Canoeing. 8 p.m.-Midnight
MERCER COUNTY \ Sentences
Mercer County Common Pleas Court Judge Christopher St. John sentenced seven people Thursday:
READY FEST Schools, businesses prepare kids
Festival coordinator says the kids got everything they needed to return to school. By TIM YOVICH
THURSDAY'S RESULTS
MEDALS TABLE 230 completed medal events CountryGSBTot United States28312483 Russia15192357
MAHONING MRDD Mediator enters pact talks
No talks are scheduled over the weekend. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Top 'Captain' will win a trip to London
Top 'Captain' will win a trip to London Dedicated and talented video game players may just find
PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN Bush faces challenges in close race
Starting with the GOP convention next week, Bush must defend his record. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
Authorities stop man who tried to sell vote
ELYRIA, Ohio (AP) -- It took authorities just 12 hours to hear about and stop a man's eBay offer to
LAWRENCE COUNTY Officials consider new waterline project
Commissioners hired help in the assessment office and tax claim bureau. By LAURE CIOFFI
FBI offers rewards for 5 men
The fugitives should be considered armed and dangerous. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
AL CENTRAL Chicago hands Tribe 11th loss in 12 games
Chicago's offense compensated for poor pitching in a 14-9 victory. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Chicago
MERCER COUNTY Commissioners hire fiscal administrator
Commissioners also moved to help build an apartment for the elderly in Hermitage. By MARY
TCM's mini-marathon pays tribute to composers
ZAP2IT.COM The past few weeks have been rough on the film music community with the deaths of Jerry
EXECUTIVE ORDERS Bush to bolster CIA chief, create counterterror center
A proposed national intelligence director would oversee all 15 spy agencies. WASHINGTON (AP) --
QUAKECON Professional gamers strike it rich at computer game tournament
The tournament gave out $150,000 in prize money. By VICTOR GODINEZ DALLAS MORNING NEWS The
Inspectors to check out newly constructed schools
EAST PALESTINE -- State and local fire inspectors will spend Monday and Tuesday testing the hundreds
ELIGIBILITY NCAA denies Williams' request to rejoin USC
Mike Williams is now a man without a team. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Mike Williams is a terrific wide
Cuba severs diplomatic relations with Panama
HAVANA (AP) -- Cuba broke diplomatic ties with Panama after the outgoing Panamanian president
THOMAS SOWELL Kerry's own book offers crucial clues
Opinion: In addition to two key books about John Kerry -- Douglas Brinkley's pro-Kerry book "Tour of Duty"
MEDALS TABLE Through Thursday
CountryGSBTot United States28312483 Russia15192357 China25171254 Australia16111643 Germany10111435
Bands battle to the end
Bands battle to the end VIENNA -- A winner will be chosen tonight in the Summer Battle of the
MAJOR MEETS Prep cross country
September 4 -- Maplewood Invitational, 9 a.m. 11 -- East Palestine Invitational 18 -- Niles
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Edward J. Stefanides Jr., 45, of 1509 Canfield Road,
PLANNING COMMISSION Executive director turns in resignation
As opportunity knocks, he responds. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The Mercer County Regional Planning
Greeks vent, then Americans tame track
Fans of disgraced Greek sprinter Kostas Kenteris delayed the start of the men's 200, which the U.S.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Zwick will start at QB in Ohio State's opener
Coach Jim Tressel said quarterback Troy Smith also will see action Sept. 4. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES XMcDonald High School Class of 1956 will meet at 6 p.m. Monday in the senior citizens room
Partial-birth abortion
Partial-birth abortion NEW YORK -- A federal judge declared the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act
HELOISE Methods given to remove ink from dryer drum
Dear Heloise: How do I get a lot of ink out of my dryer? My husband (grrrr) ran an ink pen in the
Court date, time scheduled in nursing-home loan case
The controller has refused to pay out a loan approved by commissioners. By HAROLD GWIN
No charges for torching Marine van
The father of a slain soldier is suffering from burns. SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL HOLLYWOOD,
OHIO TURNPIKE Will big trucks going 65 mph spark push for other increases?
Groups, lawmakers and troopers will watch to see if there are more accidents. TOLEDO (AP) --
Winslow elevates production level of tight ends
Cleveland has some depth at the position for the first time. BEREA (AP) -- If Kellen Winslow Jr.
Like many reports cards, those for local schools have their highs and lows
Opinion: It is a time for some school districts to laugh and others to cry. For all but a handful it is a
Humane agent urges people: Don't abandon pets in a move
Neighbors should call as soon as they suspect something's amiss. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Football offers nice diversion
If you're reading this column, chances are you're a sports fan. Weirdo. No offense, of course.
SOUTH SIDE Shooting leaves one boy injured, suspect arrested
A police officer reported seeing the suspect fire into the air. YOUNGSTOWN -- A 14-year-old boy
LAWRENCE COUNTY Rendell picks Mangino for judge
There were five people seeking the nomination. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
VA hospitals could be terror targets, FBI warns
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Al-Qaida may attempt to attack Veterans Affairs hospitals as an alternative to
DVD RELEASE Film better on small screen
The jokes seem less awful on a television screen, a critic says. By NANCY CHURNIN DALLAS MORNING
ON THE SIDE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. IT'S HIS FAULT: Apparently
FRIDAY'S SPORTS ROUNDUP
SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING XRussia, Japan and the United States were 1-2-3 after the Olympic team
COMPARISON Census reveals county status
The county ranks 54th in percentage of people below the poverty level. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Today is Friday, Aug. 27, the 240th day of 2004. There are 126 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Friday, Aug. 27, the 240th day of 2004. There are 126 days left in the year. On this date
FIFTH AVENUE Boulevard will get makeover
The city forester will plant the trees on the boulevard. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER
LAWRENCE COUNTY Police get $30,000 from drug forfeiture
John DiMuccio was hired as a consultant for the downtown revitalization project. By LAURE CIOFFI
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Sharpie 500 Bristol, Tenn. Schedule: Today, qualifying (TNT, 3 p.m.); Saturday,
SALMONELLA OUTBREAK FDA has cleared Coronet Foods, targeted produce supplier says
Tainted tomatoes in Sheetz stores sickened hundreds in several states. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS U.S. seeks review of Sanders' marks
XATHENS, Greece -- The first hoop went flying. The first scoring complaint wasn't too far behind.
MEN'S TRIATHLON New Zealand's Carter, Docherty finish 1-2
XATHENS, Greece -- Hamish Carter knew what he was up against when he and Bevan Docherty ran down the
President's leadership was needed then, is needed now
Opinion: President's leadership was needed then, is needed now EDITOR: I would like to take a few lines
STRUTHERS SCHOOLS Educators await decision over credentials
By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER COLUMBUS -- It could be months before Struthers
MAHONING COUNTY Man pleads guilty to child rape
Charles Gant is facing 16 years instead of life in prison. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Memories go for bargain prices
The school, built in 1918, closed to cut costs. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
WHITE HOUSE Officials say executive orders call for intelligence reforms
Some are concerned that Bush is trying to forestall more sweeping changes. LOS ANGELES TIMES
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Brandon and Amanda Roe, 607 Northside Ave., East Liverpool, boy, Aug. 19. Tiesha
LENORE SKENAZY Learning the GOP game
Opinion: Apparently, "Welcome to New York, America's No. 1 terror target that ranks 49th in terms of per-
VIDEO GAME REVIEW 'Mission' requires thought, study
For gamers who like quick action, this game might be a little slow. By BILL HUTCHENS TACOMA NEWS
A house divided
Opinion: Baltimore Sun: Vice President Dick Cheney explained perfectly the other day why even a loyal,
United States, Argentina will clash in semifinal
Stephon Marbury's team-record 31 points led the U.S. past Spain, 102-94. ATHENS, Greece (AP) --
HOWLAND Opening kick return is booster
Lance Smith's 94-yarder was just what the Tigers needed en route to beating Cleveland East, 35-6.
PUT-IN-BAY Officials inspect water for pathogens
The source of the illness has yet to be found. ASSOCIATED PRESS Investigators trying to track
TRUMBULL COUNTY Residents sue over sewer line
The homeowners object to being forced to tap into a sewer. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
U.S. ECONOMY Census: Poverty numbers rise in Pa.
The number of Pennsylvanians without health insurance rose this decade. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The
SALEM FIRE DEPT. Ballot wording raises concern
Firefighters want council to be allowed to continue its studies. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
RESEARCH Astronomers report evidence for detecting a rocky planet
The discovery is good news for the idea of life on another planet, expert says. SAN FRANCISCO
Roseanne to appear in 'Two and a Half Men'
Roseanne to appear in 'Two and a Half Men' After failed stints as a talk-show host and a reality-
5 liquor options fail to get enough signatures
5 liquor options fail to get enough signatures LISBON -- Five liquor options will not go on the
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)4519.703-- Scrappers (Indians)3532.522111/2
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Kerry aims to ease debt of consumers
The campaigns argued over who gets more donations from the financial industry. COMBINED DISPATCHES
TOP ALBUMS: TOP 21
TOP ALBUMS: TOP 21 1. "Now 16," Various Artists. Universal/EMI/Sony Music/Zomba/UME. 2.
TRUMBULL COUNTY Angelo case is no longer on the books
The commissioner declined to say if the case was expunged. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
BUTT PASTE
The inventor of the diaper rash ointment didn't have to advertise to build brand recognition.
Bronze-or-better matches await both Ward, Dirrell
They bailed out a U.S. team in danger of being shut out of Olympic boxing medals for the first time
Ohio AFL-CIO endorses Cafaro for Congress
Ohio AFL-CIO endorses Cafaro for Congress The Ohio AFL-CIO, which represents 1,600 unions and more
NEXTEL CUP
NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 22 --
Parents announce Fisher-Rivera wedding plans
XPlans for the upcoming marriage of Carie Renee Fisher and Frederick Daniel Rivera, both of 231
LEARNING THE BASICS CAMP of ROCK
By ERIC R. DANTON HARTFORD COURANT GOSHEN, Mass. -- The one in the leopard-print pants and dyed-
Sandra Bullock, who has an offscreen role as an executive producer of "George Lopez" (8 p.m., ABC),
Sandra Bullock, who has an offscreen role as an executive producer of "George Lopez" (8 p.m., ABC),
IRAQ Militia leaves shrine
NAJAF, Iraq (AP) -- Thousands of pilgrims streamed into the Imam Ali Shrine today and filed out
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Reynolds sparks Crestview past Lowellville
Quarterback Jordan Reynolds passed for three TDs in a 34-6 romp. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR
NFL Parker, Staley key Steelers' 27-21 win
Duce Staley and Willie Parker provided the offense against the Eagles. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Duce
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Klacik: YSU offensive line is green
There is only one returning starter, but improvement is anticipated. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
Performers in 'Hero' make magic seem real
Supernatural martial-arts experts walk on water and hang in midair. By DESSON THOMSON WASHINGTON
Local musicians spruce up farmers market
Local musicians spruce up farmers market YOUNGSTOWN -- Performers have been added to the list of
BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- Mark Martin's eyes came alive and a wide grin appeared on his face when he
BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- Mark Martin's eyes came alive and a wide grin appeared on his face when he
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
U.S. gives Hamm golden sendoff
Abby Wambach's goal in overtime gave the U.S. a 2-1 win over Brazil. ATHENS, Greece (AP) -- Mia
COURTS Judge overturns case due to excessive award
The plaintiff's attorney said he would appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A judge
Study: Colonoscopies miss 4% of cancer cases
TORONTO GLOBE AND MAIL The gold-standard test to detect colon cancer is missing a "concerning"
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Aberdeen's late runs sink Scrappers
Mahoning Valley begins its longest road trip of the season tonight in Jamestown. By BRIAN
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REGION
REGION xxxxxx xxxxxx WEATHERSFIELD -- Locked out unionized workers at RMI Titanium will vote on
MAHONING VALLEY Storms cause power outage
YOUNGSTOWN -- Lightning from a fast-moving line of thunderstorms knocked out power in many areas of
WOMEN'S WATER POLO Greece pushes Italy to the limit, but loses
XATHENS, Greece -- When Italian coach Pierluigi Formiconi said he'd remember the last-ditch
SCHOOLS Sharpsville teachers to receive pay raises in new pact
Teachers will have to pick up a larger share of health care costs. SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- Teachers
Grand jury refuses to charge laid-off cop
CLEVELAND (AP) -- A grand jury has decided against charging a laid-off police officer in the on-duty
LAWSUIT Coca-Cola doesn't like the sound of Kokie Koala
Coke argues the Australian woman's business name is too similar to its own. ATLANTA (AP) -- A
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
VIDEO OF THE YEAR Outkast: "Hey Ya!" Usher featuring Lil Jon & amp; Ludacris: "Yeah!"
Wide-eyed wonder at Children's Museum
It gives youngsters the chance to have fun while learning. By MARGARET NERY VINDICATOR STAFF
EASY STREET Concert to feature music of film, stage
If it rains, the show will move into Warren G. Harding High School. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
INDICTMENTS Mahoning County
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted the following people Thursday: John Groh III, 24, Reed
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox She knows she cannot change her mother
Dear Annie: I am married to "Bob," a wonderful man, and we have an incredible 3-year-old son. The
DAVID SKOLNICK | Politics Will McKelvey's Bush support help Valley?
Opinion: Youngstown Mayor George M. McKelvey wasn't the only well-known Mahoning Valley Democratic politician
Forecasters keep eye on Hurricane Frances in the Caribbean
MIAMI (AP) -- Hurricane Frances grew stronger today in the Atlantic, but was not expected to
AROUND THE HORN | Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 7, Blue Jays 4 TORONTO -- Alex Rodriguez hit a tie-breaking, two-run
WAR CRIMES TRIBUNAL At hearing, Yemeni captive declares allegiance to Al-Qaida
The accused also dismissed his Pentagon lawyers. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba
HOW HE SEES IT The blood of politics is flowing freely
Opinion: By STEPHEN WINN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Isn't that just the Democrats' luck? They finally run a
Ma$e returns to music while still serving God
On his new album, the rapper says he has a reason behind his voice. NEW YORK (AP) -- Five years
SOCCER Ursuline, JFK boys wage 1-1 standoff
Justin Stangler's goal pulled JFK even after Vlad Lungu scored for the Irish. WARREN -- Ursuline
NEW CITIZENS \ Mahoning County
Twenty people were naturalized as United States citizens during a ceremony Thursday in Mahoning
NOTEBOOK | From Bristol, Tenn.
Busch takes aim: A lot of drivers just hope to get through a Nextel Cup race at Bristol Motor
A summary of police activitiy in Liberty and Hubbard:
A summary of police activitiy in Liberty and Hubbard: LIBERTY Aug. 22 Vehicle theft: A woman
TWIN CRASHES Security: Hexogen found in jetliner
A group on a militant Muslim Web site claimed to be responsible. MOSCOW (AP) -- Traces of
"You said in 1992, 'We do not need to divide America over who served and how.' Yet you and your
Opinion: "You said in 1992, 'We do not need to divide America over who served and how.' Yet you and your
Thursday's medalists
ATHLETICS 200 GOLD--Shawn Crawford, Raleigh, N.C. SILVER--Bernard Williams, Gainesville, Fla.
GENERAL MOTORS 'Boy's Dream' ad will no longer air
The controversial ad was directed by pop-singer Madonna's husband. LOS ANGELES TIMES Fast and
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Kunkel dives to ninth behind China's 1-2 finish
The U.S. divers could be shut out from medals for the first time in 92 years. ATHENS, Greece (AP)
Little ukulele makes big star
The ukulele virtuoso has built a solid following in Japan. TOKYO (AP) -- Jake Shimabukuro is