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YSU University achieves $12.1M goal for center, thanks to alumni gift
The group helped its alma mater meet a key objective. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION
By DON SHILLING
By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR Kim Parrott is intent on cracking into the concrete
Parents announce Finizio-Psznick engagement
XPOLAND -- John and Angela Finizio of Poland announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachelle
IRAQ Saddam blames Bush and disputes charges
The dictator questioned the court's jurisdiction. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A defiant Saddam Hussein
DOCUMENTARY Military puts a gag on Marine who was in 'Control Room'
The Corps and Pentagon won't say what's wrong with his conduct. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS When
Craft's Saturn images amaze NASA scientists
Orbiting the spacecraft around Saturn is a major success for NASA. PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- Just
Wis. student who faked abduction gets probation
Wis. student who faked abduction gets probation MADISON, Wis. -- Audrey Seiler, the University of
MEDICARE Drug prices continue to rise despite increased spending
The price increases offset drug card savings. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Even after the new Medicare law
YSU Alumni come through for center
The group helped its alma mater meet a key objective. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION
"If people see that the rule of law is established, it will have a positive impact."
Opinion: "If people see that the rule of law is established, it will have a positive impact." Salem Chalabi
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER VIENNA -- "We're here to make sure your number of
PIRATES NOTES | From PNC Park
More fans: The crowd of 22,368 for Wednesday afternoon's St. Louis-Pittsburgh game was the largest
TRIO DOCUMENTARY 'N-Word' examines its roots and usage
The film is particularly direct in its presentation. By JAMES ENDRST NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW
HEALTH Study: Snacking is linked to stress
Women continue dealing with a stressor long after the event happens. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --
INDIANAPOLIS Retirement is only way to go for Al Unser Jr.
He won two Indy titles and two CART points championships. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Al Unser Jr. gave
INDIANS Tigers rout Tribe for sixth straight win
Ivan Rodriguez led Detroit to the 12-5 win with three hits. DETROIT (AP) -- By May 31, Ivan
TRUDY RUBIN For Allawi to deliver, U.S. needs new plan
Opinion: Monday's sad turn-over of sovereignty in Iraq -- held two days early to foil terrorists -- provided
RURAL VALUES 'Average Joe' from Ohio campaigns for presidency
The former reporter and counselor talks about a need to simplify. EDINBORO, Pa. (AP) -- Joe
NATION Is Kmart all about real estate or retail? Analysts speculate
One analyst says Kmart is becoming an investment company, not a retailer. DETROIT (AP) -- As Kmart
SUMMER PROGRAM Girard center includes youths
The multigenerational center has hired a youth program coordinator. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY Health officials: Neighbors mishandled dog situation
The dog was later found not to carry rabies. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Reidy-Feezle wedding is set for Aug. 28
XCOLUMBIANA -- David and Terry Collins of 333 W. Salem St. are announcing the engagement of their
Judge Lisotto should have revealed his illness sooner
Opinion: Judge Robert Lisotto's public revelation Monday that he is suffering from Alzheimer's disease brings
DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene Targeting young professionals
What's on tap July 17 in Youngstown? A glimpse of local history, snapshots of contemporary art, food
Salem theater to host 2nd Gospel Jubilee
Salem theater to host 2nd Gospel Jubilee SALEM -- Salem Community Theatre will host the second
SPACE STATION Astronauts succeed in fixing gyroscope's circuit breaker
Loss of oxygen stopped a previous attempt. ORLANDO SENTINEL WASHINGTON -- The two astronauts on
COURT CASE Convict says plea was coerced
The Austintown man is serving a 13-year prison sentence. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
OHIO LOTTERY Instant games bring in profits
The lottery earned $10 million more than projected this year. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Crystal Knox is
County's 211 phone system offers quick link
LISBON -- Because he represents the Columbiana County commissioners in planning for the countywide
Woman receives probation for felonious assault
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 36-year-old Republic Avenue woman was placed on three-years' probation Wednesday in
'Teacher's Pet' gets another go after failing at the box office
By NANCY CHURNIN DALLAS MORNING NEWS So what happened to "Teacher's Pet"? The rollicking musical
Wedding date set by Tracey Mohr, Christopher Porter
XNORTH JACKSON -- Albert and Mary Ellen Mohr, 9410 Gladstone Road, are announcing the engagement of
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE Last Vietnam POW flying for U.S. is grounded under age restriction
The major general called his forced retirement a 'parade.' DAYTON (AP) -- With the exception of
TECHNOLOGY N-Gage QD shares its predecessor's doom
Nokia's new model still has several problem areas. By VICTOR GODINEZ DALLAS MORNING NEWS Give
NATION
NATION Interest rates start to rise WASHINGTON -- Federal Reserve policy-makers took the first
White House heralds arraignment of former dictator
A spokesman said the president is pleased the regime is facing justice. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball
Babe Ruth (ages 14-15) Rondinelli 12, Sluggers 4 -- Chuck Olesky went 4-for-4, Jesse Moses had
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox They don't need to see eye to eye on divorce
Dear Annie: I have been separated from my husband, "Lester," for three months. We've been married
Making bread and new friends
At least two things are special about Carla Drake's bread recipe: olive oil instead of shortening
INTERNATIONAL RELEASE Film keeps focus on enlightenment
Not all audiences will appreciate Kim Ki-duk's style. By PHILIP KENNICOTT WASHINGTON POST
Miss Lowe to wed Donald Kerens in July ceremony
XMelissa Ann Lowe, 2076 S. Turner Road, Austintown, and Donald H. Kerens Jr., 3711 Indian Run Drive,
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates sweep Cardinals, 6-5
It was their first home series sweep of St. Louis in 15 years. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh
JULY FOURTH Area events
MAHONING COUNTY Austintown: Parade at 2 p.m. Sunday on South Raccoon Road, sponsored by
NASCAR Stewart docked, fined for scuffle
He avoided a suspension after his altercation with Brian Vickers. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Tony
JESSICA SIMPSON | Q & amp; A For concert tour, singer blends in her TV career
Simpson says she'll leave the choreography to other artists. By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY ASSOCIATED
Today is Thursday, July 1, the 183rd day of 2004. There are 183 days left in the year. This is
Opinion: Today is Thursday, July 1, the 183rd day of 2004. There are 183 days left in the year. This is
Welcome rains ease water restrictions in Colo.
Welcome rains ease water restrictions in Colo. DENVER -- Rain and thunderstorms have been a
Court dismisses Schwarzenegger's lawsuit
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- A federal appeals court dismissed a lawsuit Wednesday in which Gov. Arnold
MAHONING COUNTY Trustees discuss need for sewers
Low-interest EPA-sponsored loans can help homeowners pay tie-in costs. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
MAHONING COUNTY Man hurt, charged in chase
Police said the man ran after they found him with possible drug items. AUSTINTOWN -- A New
PENNSYLVANIA State Senate delays voting on legalization of gambling
If the bill passes, only Nevada would have more slot machines. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Despite a full
TRIBE NOTES
TRIBE NOTES From Comerica Park Closing change: Before the game, Indians manager Eric Wedge said
U.S. jets pounded a suspected safe house of terrorist Abu Musab al-Zarqawi in Fallujah today, the
U.S. jets pounded a suspected safe house of terrorist Abu Musab al-Zarqawi in Fallujah today, the
HELOISE Hint leaves tablecloths free of creases from packaging
Dear Heloise: Please tell me how to get packaging creases out of vinyl tablecloths. I've tried using
Man sentenced in assault case
MERCER, Pa. -- A 33-year-old man will serve up to 30 months in Mercer County Jail for assaulting two
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 19.97 19.98 Avalon Holdings,3.053.20 Bank
Shots land on property
Shots land on property YOUNGSTOWN -- Two shots landed under the bay window of a house in the 700
Wilson to take a swing at reviving golf division
The company has reorganized its management structure and golf club production. CHICAGO (AP) --
SANDLOT BASEBALL Wharmby clinches top seed in Class B playoffs on 2-1 win
Mike Holmes pitched Wharmby past Astro Falcons. STRUTHERS -- Mike Holmes made two first-inning
U.S. WOMEN'S OPEN Orchards offers a tough test
Defending champion Hilary Lunke is not expected to challenge the field. SOUTH HADLEY, Mass. (AP)
PETER HARTLAUB | Opinion Hype about teen stars' 18th birthdays not new
It was a private milestone for two young women and a disturbing rite of passage for a nation of
U.S. OPEN CUP SOCCER Paule's penalty kick goal gives Crew 2-1 victory
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ross Paule scored on a penalty kick in extra time to give the Columbus Crew a 2-1
VIRGINIA LAW Workers have legal right to free day
Virginia workers now can refuse to work either Saturday or Sunday. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Because
HOLLYWOOD Studios fear spectre of Web file-sharing
It's worse than a horror movie for the studios. By JOHN M. MORAN HARTFORD COURANT When they
Miss Santangelo, Greg Swantek to wed Aug. 14
XBOARDMAN -- Joseph and Freda Santangelo, 121 Prestwick Drive, are announcing the engagement of
NL WEST Bonds, Giants clobber Nomo
A.J. Pierzynski went 4-for-4 in San Francisco's 7-1 win over Los Angeles. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The
TRUMBULL CO. DEATH Detectives await test results
Police declined to say if any arrests would be made soon. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
INDECENCY BATTLE Fla. father gets radio's ear
A mild-mannered scientist took on Bubba the Love Sponge and won. ORLANDO SENTINEL JACKSONVILLE,
GOLF Furyk, Woods welcome Western
They're trying to get their games back to major-winning shape. LEMONT, Ill. (AP) -- Last year, all
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)103.769-- Batavia (Phillies)67.4624 Scrappers
MILITARY STUDIES Pentagon knew of lawbreakers in ranks
In one case, a soldier was promoted to sergeant despite a bad record. LOS ANGELES TIMES
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Indictments A Columbiana County grand jury has indicted these individuals.
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XA daughter, Mary Helen, was born June 22 at Mount Carmel Medical Center in Columbus to Drs. Wendy
JULY FOURTH
JULY FOURTH Area events MAHONING COUNTY Austintown: Parade at 2 p.m. Sunday on South Raccoon
Scrappers lose again, 4-3
By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- Everyone came to see big-leaguer Brian
Millions lost in cyberspace
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Tucked into the Telecommunications Act of 1996 was a little-known program called
TRUMBULL COUNTY Standoff ends with man's arrest
Police entered the home after losing phone contact with the suspect. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Blues-rock duo keeps it real
The group's much-anticipated third release is due out in September. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA
NOTEBOOK From Eastwood Field
Familiar faces: Campbell Memorial High graduate Gus Hlebovy will visit Eastwood Field next week
TRUMBULL COUNTY MVSD favors Lordstown's plan to build bike path
Homeowners along Salt Springs Road in Niles were against the original bike path route. By SHERRI
BOXING Ortega prepared to learn first-hand
The Mexican will fight Kelly Pavlik on Friday in Struthers. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Spoonful of mustard cuts through cramps
Q. At a social function last week, a lady stood up and was hit with a leg cramp so severe she could
Saddam denies charges 'Real criminal is Bush,' Iraq's ex-leader says
The dictator appeared defiant and defensive in court. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A defiant Saddam
DAN DELUCA | Opinion It's summer; pop goes the music
Summer is the season when pop music won't go away even if you want it to. And this will be the
PENNSYLVANIA State reports surplus, but no budget yet
Even without a budget, state employees and welfare recipients will be paid. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The
WEST BANK Supreme court OKs new route
The ruling focused on a 25-mile section of the barrier. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israeli army planners
HEALTH CARE Number of uninsured shows rise, CDC study indicates
Fewer children were without insurance, according to the report. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON --
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& lt;B & gt;CHEROL, & lt;/B & gt;John F., 88, of Canfield; calling hours today from
Miss Chizmar to wed Mr. Katz in August rite
XThe engagement of Jennifer Ann Chizmar, 2191 Frostwood Drive, Austintown, and Jason Matthew Katz,
MVSD RATES Engineer awaits numbers
A final cost on improvements is needed before member cities are notified. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
MUSIC Portal allows artists to sell downloads
Indie musicians can set their own prices and access a wider audience. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
What's in a name? Be sure you know what the law says
Opinion: What's in a name? Be sure you know what the law says EDITOR: The Associated Press reports that
Know your Fourth
Know your Fourth k LOOKING for things to keep you busy this Fourth of July weekend? There's no
Mich. judge sentences Eminem's ex to jail time
Mich. judge sentences Eminem's ex to jail time MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. -- Eminem's ex-wife was
WEST VIRGINIA Legislators urge wind power study
Wind turbine projects are being pursued in a number of Appalachian states. CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP)
AROUND THE HORN Wednesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Devil Rays 6, Blue Jays 2 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Rey Sanchez hit his first
WARREN School builders appease parents
A stall and sink were added to restrooms at one school. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
AL EAST Red Sox' error aids Yankees win
David Ortiz' crucial error in the seventh led to New York's 4-2 win. NEW YORK (AP) -- David Ortiz
Treharne-Runge troth announced, wedding planned
XSTRUTHERS -- A summer wedding is planned by Elaine Renee Treharne and Luke Thomas Runge, both of
Spacecraft orbits Saturn with near-perfect moves
The spacecraft's maneuver couldn't be controlled by NASA. PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- After seven
WIMBLEDON Men's top stars nearing finals showdown test
No. 1 Roger Federer and No. 2 Andy Roddick are one win from a matchup. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) --
SUDAN Annan gives deadline for progress on crisis
Up to 30,000 people have been killed by militias in the past 16 months. KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) --
CAL THOMAS Now comes the hard part in Iraq
Opinion: At the end of America's Constitutional Convention in 1787, the story goes, a woman approached
THE WEST Land yields valuable clues about Indians
For years, the landowner jealously guarded the sites. LOS ANGELES TIMES RANGE CREEK CANYON, Utah
WIMBLEDON NOTES | From England
Homecourt advantage: Tim Henman had the homecourt advantage Wednesday, with Centre Court fans even
SMALL BUSINESS | Professional Exposure Photo processors build career on friendship
A dad's suggestion leads to a successful business. By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
YOUNGSTOWN
YOUNGSTOWN The Vindicator/Scott R. Galvin HELPING HANDS: Paramedics with Rural Metro strap down
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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COMEDY 'Blazing Saddles' DVD celebrates 30 years
The re-release includes commentary from Mel Brooks. By TERRY LAWSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
910TH AIRLIFT WING A last flight before retiring
Gjede said commanding the 910th Airlift Wing was the highlight of his career. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
TRUMBULL COUNTY Locked-out RMI workers lose their '05 vacations
The union will seek to have the vacations reinstated if and when talks resume. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and