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Nittany Lions looking to regain their roar
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Michael Robinson doesn't have to think too hard to find a motivation to
State, county will expedite bridge repairs
Plans for bridge repairs should be completed this week. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
U.S. OPEN Martin retires, Agassi continues
Experience and top-notch conditioning have kept Agassi near the top. NEW YORK (AP) -- Andre Agassi
BEAVER TOWNSHIP Trustees to hold monthly meeting at park pavilion
NORTH LIMA -- Area residents planning to attend the Beaver Township trustees' regular monthly
STEPHEN FOSTER Album pays tribute to American folk songwriter
He realized the songs in minstrel shows were tasteless. By RANDY LEWIS LOS ANGELES TIMES
FLOOD RECOVERY Update
State and local officials are continuing to clean up and assess damage from last weekend's flood in
Deborah Carlisle, Ken Brunner plan autumn wedding
XCANFIELD -- Trudy and Gary Carlisle, 131 Sandstone Lane, are announcing the engagement of their
HEART DISEASE Study: Lifestyle is leading factor
High levels of bad cholesterol and smoking accounted for two-thirds of the world's heart attacks.
COURTS
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael E. Welborn, 28, of 476 S. Raccoon D-40, Austintown,
East Cleveland mayor convicted of racketeering
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The mayor of East Cleveland was convicted of 22 counts Monday for using his public
REGION
REGION Jobless rate declines in Lawrence, Mercer SHARON, Pa. -- The unemployment rate in Mercer
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP Grove City outlet area is site of plan for plaza
A retail shopping plaza is the latest plan to surface for that area. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Pa.
TRUMBULL COUNTY Contractor woes causes Warren road project to stall
The project was to be finished more than a year ago. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
LENORE SKENAZY $1.5 billion for labs fuels our bioterror
Opinion: Hey! How about this idea to make America safer? Let's open a whole bunch of new flight schools and
GOP defends remark
Democrats pounced on the president's comment. NEW YORK (AP) -- President Bush believes the United
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Siblings should tell youngest brother that the party's over
Dear Annie: I am one of five adult siblings. The four oldest of us are married, with families and
MERCER COUNTY School boards rush to beat Act 72 start, avoid tax-raise levy
Acting now will avoid having to persuade voters to approve tax increases. By HAROLD GWIN
YOUNGSTOWN AND WARREN Airport snares grant for passenger service
Officials hope the grant will get airlines' attention. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
A triumph for athletes and a nation at Athens Olympics
Opinion: The longest shot for success at the Athens Olympics was Greece. In the years and months leading
REUNIONS
XChaney High School January and June Classes of 1946 will meet for breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday
MERCER COURT County awaits ruling on $1M loan to nursing home operator
Woodland Place is due to make a partial bond payment in three days. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
COUNTRY MUSIC Each song is a chapter in Terry Clark's career
Her greatest-hits package also includes two new songs. By JOHN GEROME ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pentagon abortion politics
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Join the military, see the world and get a nose job courtesy of Uncle Sam.
Hearing is held on officer's conduct
The Urban League director said the officer should be disciplined. WARREN -- A hearing has been
LOCAL
LOCAL Penguins can't fly k HIGH WINDS from weekend storms took their toll on "Executive State,"
BACK TO SCHOOL The point is, pencils remain popular
Children prefer fancier models, such as colored or mechanical pencils. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Back-to-
COLLEGE FOOTBALL YSU's lengthy streak against Div. II on line
The Penguins are 24-0 against Division II schools. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Johnson-Machel wedding date is announced
XYOUNGSTOWN -- The engagement of Carolyn A. Johnson and Jacob A. Machel, both of 3555 Elk Run Court,
MAHONING TOWNSHIP Officials plan for $11M sewer-system project
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT HILLSVILLE, Pa. -- An $11 million sewer-system
ATLANTIC STORMS Part of Richmond, Va., is condemned
Also, Hurricane Frances has grown stronger, passing Puerto Rico. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- An area of
Bucks have a familiar feeling
This year's Ohio State team seems similar to the 2002 team that won a national title. COLUMBUS
Miss Palombaro, Mr. Bonacker set wedding date
XThe engagement of Rachael Palombaro and Daniel Bonacker, both of 556 N. Dunlap Ave., is being
TRUMBULL COUNTY Levy's OK won't return ambulance, Melfi says
Without an increase in revenue, there will not be an increase in manpower, mayor says. By TIM
Miss Carenbauer, Mr. Harris plan Oct. 16 wedding
XNEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Dawn Lee Carenbauer, a daughter of George and Karen Carenbauer, 110 E. Euclid
IRAQ Officials plan help for Najaf, Sadr City
A U.S. soldier died in a roadside bomb attack, and two were hurt. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. and
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State senator has heart bypass
The senator's successful surgery was Monday. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- State Sen. Robert Robbins of
Kerry's rescued crew mate to visit
The president may make a brief stop Saturday in the Mahoning Valley. By DAVID SKOLNICK
BOROUGH COUNCIL Skate park project is beginning to roll
The project is almost $5,000 over budget. WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Mercer County's first skate park
Darling show features all folk music
In September 1913, the Ludlow, Colo., coal miners went on strike. They wanted an eight-hour work
Man escapes the grip of floodwaters
A man dived out a window as floodwaters smashed his house. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM
MOVIES Actor Colin Farrell challenges the rules of Hollywood stardom
Since his acting debut, Farrell has been a major name in the tabloids. By BARRY KOLTNOW ORANGE
5 more businesses get Ohio EPA orders
PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio (AP) -- The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency told five more businesses Monday
Officials determine unsafe living conditions
Officials determine unsafe living conditions NILES -- City health and zoning officials determined
MOVIES Kevin Smith will return to store in 'Clerks' sequel
He's also writing a screenplay for 'The Green Hornet' movie. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Kevin Smith is
MUSIC AWARDS Latin Grammy nominees reflect a return to roots
One insider says the industry is maturing. By JORDAN LEVIN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS They may
Sarah Stamp to be bride of Victor Emerick
XCANFIELD -- Jay and Sharon Stamp of 8211 W. Western Reserve Road are announcing the engagement of
OLYMPIC GAMES China making great progress
China has shown it is serious about being host to the 2008 Olympic Games. NEWSDAY ATHENS, Greece
Milosevic opens defense at his war crimes trial THE HAGUE, Netherlands -- Former Yugoslav
Milosevic opens defense at his war crimes trial THE HAGUE, Netherlands -- Former Yugoslav
Woman sentenced in man's death
CLEVELAND (AP) -- A woman who pleaded guilty to running over a Valentine's Day date twice with her
TRUMBULL COUNTY Cleveland law firm considers taking police strip-search cases
Conducting an illegal strip-search carries jail time and a fine. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
SCHOOL BOARD McDonald district OKs job descriptions
Teachers will be freed up to help struggling pupils with class work. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR
FOX Doherty to appear on 'Shore'
The show could use the help when it comes to ratings. ZAP2IT.COM Hoping to borrow a successful
GAZA STRIP Sharon offers details of withdrawal plan
Officials detained a Palestinian man wearing an explosive belt at the border. JERUSALEM (AP) --
RMI TITANIUM Union rejects offer, urges hold on orders
The company wants to reduce operating costs by $3.5 million a year. WEATHERSFIELD -- The union
DALE McFEATTERS Hoover library should hire Monica as docent
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- The nation's 12 presidential libraries, not widely thought of as fun vacation
"It's very subduing."
Opinion: "It's very subduing." Janice Bowling A Tennessee delegate to the Republican National Convention,
NBC's drama 'Hawaii' lacks a true identity
The show is an immature knockoff, one critic says. By DIANE WERTS NEWSDAY What is it with
Bush lauded as solid
Bush made it hard for supporters when he said the war on terror can't be won. NEW YORK (AP) --
MIDDLE EAST Blasts on 2 buses kill at least 12 in Israel
Palestinians haven't carried out a major attack in Israel since March 14. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Two
Lewinsky doesn't regret getting paid for interview
Lewinsky doesn't regret getting paid for interview LONDON -- Monica Lewinsky says she has
Lisbon man escapes the grip of floodwaters
A man dived out a window as floodwaters smashed his house. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM
BROWNS After healthy start, injury bug arrives
Kellen Winslow Jr. will start after an injury to Steve Heiden. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Browns aren't
ISRAEL Casualty toll rises after 2 bus bombings
Hamas claimed responsibility for the near-simultaneous blasts. BEERSHEBA, Israel (AP) -- Suicide
The new computer-animated comedy series "Father of the Pride" (9 p.m., NBC) takes a fanciful look at
The new computer-animated comedy series "Father of the Pride" (9 p.m., NBC) takes a fanciful look at
LIQUOR LICENSES
LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers
HELOISE Government Web site benefits citizens
Dear Heloise: There is a government Web site that gathers information all in one place about
Teen indicted as adult in 2 shooting deaths
CINCINNATI (AP) -- A 14-year-old boy indicted as an adult on murder charges in the shooting deaths
Stephanie Taylor, Kenneth Caldwell III to exchange vows in mid-September
XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Atty. Douglas and Kathy Taylor of 11490 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road are announcing
HOW HE SEES IT IRS needs Congress' help catching tax cheaters
Opinion: By JAY AMBROSE SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Taxpayers are cheating the federal government out of
By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- Artist Rick Muccio knew he should be
GOP CONVENTION Ohio delegates to hear mayor
The Ohio delegation received a 'pep talk' from Bush's top political adviser. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Attempted robbery probe
Attempted robbery probe BOARDMAN -- Township police continue searching for leads in an attempted
MAHONING MRDD Contract talks continue with professional staff
AFSCME Local 1143 has agreed to a 30-day contract extension. AUSTINTOWN -- With a midnight
CHURCH SEX ABUSE Lawyers expect up to 80 claims for compensation
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Lawyers administering a $3 million fund created to compensate people who say they
TRUMBULL COUNTY Goldberg must forfeit fees, court rules
The case has been remanded to the county probate court. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
TRUMBULL COUNTY Weathersfield man's arson charge is bound over to a grand jury
By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES -- The case against a man accused of
FORENSIC SCIENCE YSU fails to show records on professor
By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University officials
Charter provides for mayor's recall
At least 5,000 valid signatures are needed to recall the mayor. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
MAHONING COURT Man gets jail term for sex with teen
The prosecutor thought the sentence should have been 18 months longer. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
DAN K. THOMASSON New York represents risky pick for GOP
Opinion: NEW YORK -- The question most asked around here is why the Republican Party would hold its national
TRUMBULL COUNTY Five remain to vie for financial position
By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Finalists for a $52,000 Trumbull County job
HOW HE SEES IT How many wars are on Bush's mind?
Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Whatever he says in New York this week, George Bush
State police patrols
State police patrols NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police will be working in full force
LAWRENCE COUNTY Budget forecast grows bleaker
Some county departments won't be spending the full amount budgeted this year. By LAURE CIOFFI
Proposed historical district won't fix the North Side
Opinion: Proposed historical district won't fix the North Side EDITOR: As a resident of the proposed
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 31, the 244th day of 2004. There are 122 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Aug. 31, the 244th day of 2004. There are 122 days left in the year. On this date
WARREN Partnership from N.Y. joins in bid for WCI
The newest bidders say their plan is best, includes long-term coke supply. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
CHINA Will gene bank help with panda cloning?
Loss of habitat is the biggest threat to the panda. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS BEIJING -- Chinese
Cleaning up, drying out
Lisbon residents have been without water since Saturday. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
City charter provides for recall of mayor
At least 5,000 valid signatures are needed to recall the mayor. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR