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CYBERSCHOOLS The Net result: an education via WWW

One self-motivated learner wanted out of the public school environment. By NORMAN LEIGH


CHOLESTEROL New drug Vytorin awaits approval

The new drug is expected to ignite a pricing and advertising battle. NEW YORK (AP) -- The fight


Easements for sewers blocked

Trumbull County faces a deadline to obtain easements for sewers. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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CSU SHOOTING Prosecutor asks judge to step down from case

The trial could be postponed indefinitely. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A prosecutor asked a judge to step


MUSICALS Shows in Vegas stay in Vegas

'Chicago' was the first musical to have a successful long-running production. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- In


BRITISH OPEN Todd Hamilton draws on his past to edge Els

He outdueled the world's second-ranked player in a four-hole playoff. TROON, Scotland (AP) --


Project to repair, restore cemeteries will help save history, trustee says

Trustees have started a fund to help repair damaged tombstones. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


BILLBOARD HITS

HOT 100: TOP 20 1. "Confessions Part II," Usher. LaFace. 2. "Slow Motion," Juvenile (feat. Souja


JAPAN

JAPAN Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo, July 11: Though U.S. President George W. Bush's approval rating has


Net result: Web education

Net result: Web education k VANESSA BUBIN is one of hundreds of youngsters who are trading


& lt;B & gt;BABINCHAK, & lt;/B & gt; George, 90, of Boardman;

& lt;B & gt;BABINCHAK, & lt;/B & gt; George, 90, of Boardman; calling hours Tuesday


Guilty of drug violation

Guilty of drug violation PITTSBURGH -- Tammy Reid, 37, of Pin Oak Drive, New Castle, pleaded


Colossal calorie counts

To customers' delight, Starbucks finally sees the 'lite.' By MICHAEL PRECKER KNIGHT RIDDER


ISRAEL Protests force Arafat to oust his cousin as security chief

The former security chief, who left office last week, was asked to return. RAMALLAH, West Bank


Armstrong only 22 seconds behind in overall standings

Frenchman Thomas Voeckler is the current overall leader. NIMES, France (AP) -- Lance Armstrong is


SCORES & amp; EARNINGS Final round

Moira Dunn, $150,00070-69-65--204-12 Young-A Yang, $92,22467-71-68--206-10 Leta Lindley, $66,


LPGA NOTEBOOK From Squaw Creek Country Club

More money: Tom Hollern, chairman of the Mahoning Valley Sports Charities, said if the tournament is


INDIANS Mariners boosted by minor league arrival Jacobsen, 7-5

The teams continued to bean each other; Tribe manager Eric Wedge was ejected. SEATTLE (AP) --


Today is Monday, July 19, the 201st day of 2004. There are 165 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Monday, July 19, the 201st day of 2004. There are 165 days left in the year. On this date


PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGNS High health-care costs concern voters

Ohio residents travel to Canada to save money on prescription drugs. TOLEDO (AP) -- Ginny


From the planet Goo comes hope

Google for Googles, and you'll get a reference to goggles. By KIM CROSS SCRIPPS HOWARD A. Once


GIANT EAGLE LPGA CLASSIC Dunn's long wait is over

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF VIENNA -- After 10 years and 242 LPGA tournaments, Moira


DAIMLERCHRYSLER Management makes offer to take pay cut

BERLIN (AP) -- DaimlerChrysler's management is ready to give up some of its pay if employees make


Charge pending

Charge pending GIRARD -- A disorderly conduct charge is pending against the owner of a local bar


Local coaches use tourney to prepare

Seven area high school teams are in the field at Tri-County Sports Complex. By BILL SULLIVAN


IRAQ Fuel truck explosion kills nine

The head of the military's supply department was killed in a drive-by shooting. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)


TRUMBULL COUNTY From cutting cards to cutting hair

The barber brought a bit of his Las Vegas lifestyle back to the Mahoning Valley. By SHERRI L.


Improved refrigerated dinners meet the needs of time-starved consumers

Instant meals are helping grocery stores take customers from restaurants. MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL


Schools receive financial assistance

Pennsylvania educates about 4,000 disabled children. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Gina Pastino entered her


"It just makes you sick. You can't put a price tag on the misery these people who lost their homes

Opinion: "It just makes you sick. You can't put a price tag on the misery these people who lost their homes


EDUCATION Principals plan for a change

Neither educator has had a desire for any other profession. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM


BEAVER TOWNSHIP Power company to build 2nd substation in 2 years

The second substation will be built off Western Reserve Road. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


Families, friends mourn soldiers

The soldiers were remembered as self-sacrificing heroes. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Two Ohio soldiers who


PITTSBURGH Airport plans change as hub status ends

The Pittsburgh airport would be one of the first to adopt the new system. IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) -- As


Countries infected with AIDS should examine own actions

Opinion: There is a lot of blame to go around for AIDS/HIV becoming the global killer that it is today, but


LEADERS

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Made-for-TV movies aimed at female audiences are a big part of Lifetime's schedule, though they've

Made-for-TV movies aimed at female audiences are a big part of Lifetime's schedule, though they've


A Dunn deal! After 10 years on tour, pro wins first tournament

Without a sponsor for next year, the tournament's future is in doubt. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR


PROFIT, NOT CREATIVITY, RUNS BROADWAY, DUNCAN SAYS

Profit, not creativity, runs Broadway, Duncan says ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Perennially perky Sandy


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Strodes Baba (Parker)3.002.402.20 Gimme Half a Break


Mr. President, please pardon Jack Johnson

Opinion: By KEN BURNS LOS ANGELES TIMES Even those Americans who remember the name of Jack Johnson, the


TRUMBULL COUNTY Easements for sewers blocked

Trumbull County faces a deadline to obtain easements for sewers. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


CONNIE MACK BASEBALL Wharmby rallies in ninth to defeat Ohio Trojans, 2-1

Phillip Williamson's single with the bases loaded was the deciding hit. By BILL SULLIVAN


The unsubtle views of partisans

Opinion: By PAUL CAMPOS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE In the wake of Dick Cheney's use on the Senate floor


Protests force Arafat to oust his cousin as security chief

The former security chief, who left office last week, was asked to return. RAMALLAH, West Bank


Action of Congress impedes outreach

Opinion: SAN DIEGO -- Father Joe Carroll ministers daily to thousands of this city's destitute and


STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 19.42 19.45 Avalon Holdings,3.113.23 Clear


Back on her game, Lindley finds weekend worthwhile

Second-round co-leader Michelle Estill fell from the top. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS


By NORMAN LEIGH

By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER CALCUTTA -- The Buckeye On-Line School for Success'


SOAP SCOOP Daytime TV news

A NEW BELLE: After an intense search for the new Belle Brady, including several major daytime names


Rx for full disclosure

Opinion: Seattle Times: Full public disclosure is important to the credibility of medical and scientific


NATIONAL LEAGUE Bucs' home winning streak at 10

Pinch-hitter Bobby Hill's homer paved the way to a 4-2 win over the Marlins. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


KOBE BRYANT CASE Victim's text messages sought as evidence

The judge has not ruled on whether the victim's sexual history can be introduced. EAGLE, Colo.


July 19, 1979: Youngstown police are attempting to find out who set fire to a dog on the South Side.

Opinion: July 19, 1979: Youngstown police are attempting to find out who set fire to a dog on the South Side.


JOSH GRACIN | Q & amp; A After Marine serves his country, he looks to serve up some country

He credits Garth Brooks for turning him on to country music. NEW YORK (AP) -- U.S. Marine Lance


Experts: Flick that mosquito

A medical journal documents a Pennsylvania case. TOLEDO (AP) -- The knee-jerk response to a


Wireless companies reach out to the teenage market

The new focus has revamped the image of prepaid phones. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ST. PAUL, Minn.


Mother of girl hurt in wreck sues over injuries

TOLEDO (AP) -- The mother of a 13-year-old girl injured in a four-vehicle crash that killed six


Plane crash kills student pilot, injures 3 others

BROOKVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- A single-engine airplane crashed near a small airport Sunday night, killing


SCORES & amp; SCHEDULE Connie Mack state tournament

Mink Financial 13, Springfield Armoloy 1 -- Mink took advantage of 11 walks by Springfield pitchers.


Dunn's long wait is over

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF VIENNA -- After 10 years and 242 LPGA tournaments, Moira


When discussing Saddam, 9/11, get the facts straight

Opinion: When discussing Saddam, 9/11, get the facts straight EDITOR: This is in response to the July


BRIDGE

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New artists breathe life into country music

Newcomer Gretchen Wilson has found herself at the top of country charts. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) --


U.S. track and field squad is almost set for Athens Olympics

The final rosters for the women's 100 and 200 still must be determined. SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) --


LAWRENCE COUNTY Nursing home's future is in doubt

Vandals have used golf balls to break windows at the former nursing home. By LAURE CIOFFI


MAHONING COUNTY Treasurer's deal eliminates taxing problem

Some officials thought they were receiving additional checks from the sale. By IAN HILL


Banks begin offering flexibility to attract investors back to CDs

Banks are introducing CDs with special features. DOW JONES NEWSWIRES NEW YORK -- To attract


NATION

NATION Striking miners will vote BILLINGS, Mont. -- Union employees at Stillwater Mining Co. are


Yang falls short down stretch

She played well in the final round, just not good enough to win. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


Young golfers made late run

Katherine Hull and Catherine Cartwright had career-best finishes. By KURT SNYDER VINDICATOR


Stolen car spotted

Stolen car spotted YOUNGSTOWN -- A 1987 Honda Accord stolen in Beaver Township and being driven by


Golf stories worth telling

VIENNA -- I know I've been reserved this week. (Pause for laughter.) All I can say is, sometimes


MAHONING COUNTY Calls keep Austintown police busy

A woman said she was fondled at the corner of Kirk and South Raccoon roads. AUSTINTOWN -- Police


As trend grows, so do criticisms

By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER CALCUTTA -- The Buckeye On-Line School for Success'


Arrested on drug charge

Arrested on drug charge YOUNGSTOWN -- Brian J. Boccieri, 38, of Cheyenne Drive, Girard, was


AROUND THE HORN | Sunday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 4, Yankees 2 DETROIT -- Detroit surpassed its 2003 wins total behind the


Workers learn new skills, and the jokes are on them

Corporate training has become a $4 million business for Second City. CHICAGO (AP) -- The same