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PENNSYLVANIA Lowered limit failing to deter driving drunk

Arrests are nearly unchanged under the new drunken-driving rule. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --


Marion Jones' attorney insists Hunter's accusations are false

He wants C.J. Hunter to take a lie-detector test in the doping scandal. ASSOCIATED PRESS They


CIVIL WAR EVENT Re-enactor: He's more than a Bill

The final battle of the weekend is to begin at 2 p.m. today. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR STAFF


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Sean Miller's success continues

The last time I saw Sean Miller perform, he was just a little guy, dribbling basketballs at halftime


Moving on with Gooden

Cleveland put Carlos Boozer in the past by trading for Drew Gooden. CLEVELAND (AP) -- There were


NASCAR Newman knocks Johnson out of Nextel Cup top spot

Jamie McMurray grabbed his first Busch pole for today's race in New Hampshire. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Browns sign sixth-round pick

ASSOCIATED PRESS The Cleveland Browns have signed sixth-round draft pick Kirk Chambers, an


Youngstown pastor to lead national conference

A local religious leader will preside over the 89th Annual Pentecostal Assemblies of the World Inc.


BASEBALL STANDINGS

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Militants kidnap Egyptian diplomat

A separate militant group is threatening to start beheading hostages today. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --


City seeks more time for testing

If the EPA approves, it would be the second grant extension for Girard. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


Las Vegas takes a gamble on city's new monorail

The $650 million system is expected to transport 20 million riders a year. THE BALTIMORE SUN LAS


Reunion: Can't duck out now

When word got around the music community that the original Federal Duck was getting back together


Emersons feted at dinner for 50th anniversary

XPOLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Darwin E. Emerson of 695 E. Western Reserve Road were honored July 24 at a


Conference features speeches about global faith experiences

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa -- The 99th New Wilmington Missionary Conference at Westminster College will be


Larry the Legend, Gorilla form rivalry between innings, skits

A Richard Nixon mascot joined the battle during Friday night's game. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR


PH.D

PH.D Musical arts degree Brian Scott Driscoll, formerly of Boardman, has received his doctor of


MAJOR LEAGUE STATISTICS

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'Warped' headliners lead tour's political enthusiasm

The band has always had politically, socially conscious lyrics. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA


TRUMBULL COUNTY Program focuses on crime areas

'The police applied for another federal grant to extend the program. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


DOG CLOTHES Getting more bark for the buck

A clothes maker finds success by focusing on dogs. THE RECORD (BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.) The clothing


Pirates Benson one of most coveted players before trade deadline

CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Baseball's soft deadline for trades arrives next Saturday, making this


WITH THE VETS Meetings scheduled for the week of July 25

TODAY Steel Valley Chapter 13, American Ex-Prisoners of War, at Colonial House at Canfield


Flen golden event is celebrated with open house

XHUBBARD -- An open house was held July 10 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Flen, 3906 Pothour


Kalischak 50th to be celebrated at reception

XBOARDMAN -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore E. Kalischak, 4517 Green Glen


Walk-off homer gives Tribe win over Royals, 3-2

Ben Broussard capped off his perfect night with a game-winning homer. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Pleasure


IN THIS REGION | Humility of Mary service

The Sisters of the Humility of Mary administer and/or provide staff to the following organizations:


SANDLOTS Wharmby advances to finale

The local team won two NABF games at Cene Park. By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


'Atlantis' premiere scores for network

ZAP2IT.COM The premiere of "Stargate Atlantis," the spinoff of the Sci Fi Channel's popular


WINNING NUMBERS \ July 17-23

OHIO Friday, 7/23 Night drawings Pick 3, 9-5-1 (white ball) Pick 4, 1-1-7-1 Buckeye 5, 3-12-


Man's court date set for burglary, drug charges

CAMPBELL -- Justin J. Jones, 18, of Gordon Avenue will appear in municipal court Tuesday for a


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NATIONAL LEAGUE Dodgers sitting on top out West after recent hot streak

The Dodgers are executing in all phases of the game. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Frank McCourt leaned back


CULTURAL OLYMPIAD KSU Museum provides items for show in Greece

Only two American museums are taking part in the special exhibition. KENT -- Kent State


ROUNDUP Doolan outduels Sorenstam in France

Brett Quigley's 64 puts him in a tie for first in the PGA event. ASSOCIATED PRESS EVIAN, France


A tale of three teams

If the Cleveland Browns are trying to create a feeling of goodwill and positive thinking with their


Taking advice from the pros: Stacy and Clinton find their best looks

NEW YORK (AP) -- When you pick apart other people's wardrobes for a living, you had better know what


OHIO STATE FAIR Shortened event to honor Hispanic heritage

'Fiesta Ohio' will return to celebrate the fastest-growing U.S. minority. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The


ROAD WORK Construction update

The Ohio and Pennsylvania transportation departments are working on these roads in Mahoning,


Congress produces naught, but takes a vacation anyway

Opinion: It's difficult putting a finger on what Congress has done so far this year to earn the six-week


Sorenstam leads despite storm

Annika Sorenstam battled the rain and competition to take lead into final round. EVIAN, France


'IDOL' WINNER'S FATHER PLANS TO FORM RECORD LABEL

'Idol' winner's father plans to form record label HIGH POINT, N.C. -- After 15 years as a truck


HOW HE SEES IT Chinese take the revolutionary road in a Buick Regal

Opinion: By DALE McFEATTERS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE In postwar America, there was no more stolid


GARDEN FORUM Trips planned

Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, or Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, for reservations or


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SARAH CURTIN PRESTON TIMS XCHICAGO -- Sarah E. Curtin, 2118 N. Seminary Ave., and Preston B.


PENNSYLVANIA Is Act 47 enough to save state's troubled towns?

Twenty cities in Pennsylvania have been designated as distressed communities. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


Best Bets on TV Tonight

Kaley Cuoco of "8 Simple Rules" stars as Brooke, a former orphan whose determination has taken her


OHIO DEMOCRATS Delegates prepare for events at party's national convention

The convention includes 11 Valley delegates. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER


Cleaning Yellow Creek wouldn't abate flooding, but would alter the creek's character

Opinion: EDITOR: Poland Village Council's proposal to alleviate flooding along Yellow Creek by "cleaning"


STANDINGS

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CRIME PREVENTION Youngstown plans to observe Nation Night Out

By VANESSA SCHUTZ VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Some area residents are working to make


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STEPHANIE STEPHAN MARK PORTER XYOUNGSTOWN -- Mark Christopher Porter and his bride, the former


Using installed antivirus is easy

Q. I have just acquired a laptop and have questions regarding security. What should I do about


Getting a win with a pitch and a prayer

Opinion: I am convinced prayer helped to get me through combat in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater during World


OHIO Kerry set to attend black church service

The bishop of the church says Kerry is to worship, not speak at the service. COLUMBUS (AP) -- For


VALLEY COUNSELING Noncrisis clients won't receive care

The agency's budget was cut by $700,000. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --


THIS WEEK'S SOAPS

ALL MY CHILDREN After Seth lied to the cops that he sold Jamie the drugs to give to Babe, Jamie


Funds force housing project cutback

There's not enough money to do them all, the agency's executive director said. By HAROLD GWIN


JENNIFER MUNTEAN DAVID KRAWCHYK

JENNIFER MUNTEAN DAVID KRAWCHYK XYOUNGSTOWN -- The marriage of Jennifer Lynn Muntean, 2094 Lyon


Training camps set to begin this week

The Patriots head into camp as Super Bowl favorites. NEW YORK (AP) -- For seven months, Washington


Pirates' Perez dominates Reds again in 6-3 victory

The Pirates improved their home record to .500 with help of starter Oliver Perez. PITTSBURGH (AP)


SENIOR CITIZENS

BROWNLEE WOODS XBrownlee Woods Seniors will meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Faith Community United


Resigning coaches deny wrongdoing

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- La Salle men's basketball coach Billy Hahn and women's coach John Miller have


COLUMBIANA CO. Center undergoes state audit

Travel expenses were approved in advance. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON --


Ryan discusses war, economics at forum

Ryan said he doesn't think U.S. troops were fully prepared to go to Iraq. By BOB JACKSON


'ROCK 'N ROLL CRUISE' Car show, entertainment to fill downtown Sharon

A car show and live musical entertainment highlight the day. SHARON, Pa. -- The second annual


Pooley in four-way tie for lead after 36 in Senior British Open

If the American wins Sunday, two-thirds of his titles will be majors. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Olympics bring memories of torturers of old regime

A display showed instruments used on athletes. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Torture equipment used by


SOCCER ROUNDUP Saturday's games

Rapids 0, Crew 0 DENVER -- Colorado extended its scoreless streak to 415 minutes in the tie with


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Plans underway for museum honoring Negro Leaguers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A group of baseball history buffs convened its annual meeting in Cleveland where


AFC Texans sign second of first-round draft picks

Crosby pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct charge. ASSOCIATED PRESS HOUSTON -- Dunta Robinson


After 3-year building blitz, Olympics site nearly ready

Organizers are putting the finishing touches on the main Olympic complex. ATHENS, Greece (AP) --


STING 70, MYSTICS 41

Sting 70, Mystics 41 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Olympian Dawn Staley scored 19 points in her last home


'JEOPARDY' CHAMPION At a glance

Ken Jennings, the software engineer from Salt Lake City who has shattered the records for winning on


Order to celebrate 150th anniversary

Order to celebrate 150th anniversary kFIND A NEED and fill it. That has been the guiding principle


AUG. 2-8

AUG. 2-8 Gate fees: Monday setup day, 4 p.m. to close, $3; Monday through Friday until 2 p.m., $3;


Firefighters raise money to buy medic bags for unit

A firefighter received a plaque for his work. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW


A BREED APART Couple is in the doghouse and loving it

The couple has five large dog cages where their dining room table should be. By VANESSA SCHUTZ


CAL THOMAS When the foundations are being destroyed

Opinion: Listening to the debate on the Senate floor over the proposed constitutional amendment to limit


The Philippines' troop withdrawal to free a countryman has emboldened militants.

The Philippines' troop withdrawal to free a countryman has emboldened militants. BAGHDAD, Iraq


PET PROJECT Animal lovers share activities and stories through Web site

Dog owner and Web site creator launches social network based on animal attraction. KNIGHT RIDDER


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MARY BETH HALL SCOTT CLARK XANNA MARIA, Fla. -- The beach at Anna Maria Island provided the


TRUMBULL COUNTY Crime solver to call it quits

Capt. Gary Bacon is the personification of a good cop, the prosecutor says. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


BUSCH SERIES Kenseth's strategy wins race

Matt Kenseth knew he could not win with speed, so he won in the pits. LOUDON, N.H. (AP) -- Matt


NONPROFIT AGENCY Helping other women

The organization will assist mothers with various aspects of childbirth. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.


2 clutch hitters will enter 'Hall'

Dennis Eckersley and Paul Molitor were tough in the clutch during long careers. COOPERSTOWN, N.Y.


Castner jubilee observed during Hawaiian trip

XHUBBARD -- Mr. and Mrs. James Castner, 7840 Hubbard-Bedford Road, returned to their home July 4


Has the Eagle flown?

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF The 2004 Giant Eagle LPGA Classic is history. Whether


STATE SUBSIDY

STATE SUBSIDY Lawrence & amp; Mercer Pennsylvania has guaranteed its public school


YPD Memo from cop prompts review

Complaints should go to the union, an official says. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER


Longtime dentist always took time to help others

Dr. Feuer enjoyed serving the Boy Scouts. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER LIBERTY --


WRITERS

WRITERS Religion columns The Vindicator is seeking columns from area religious leaders or people


Models bulk up, but they shouldn't

Laptops have been taking the place of desktop machines. THE WASHINGTON POST The laptop computer


APPEALS COURT RULING Man must be resentenced because of judge's threat

The conviction on vehicular homicide and assault charges still stands. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A


TOWNSHIP FAIR

TOWNSHIP FAIR Jefferson, Mercer County The 34th annual Jefferson Township Fair will be Tuesday


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JENNA VIVO MARC JAKUBOVIC XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- The Rev. Nicholas Shori heard the exchange of


LAS VEGAS Youngstown native to perform at festival

The music festival serves as a showcase for artists from throughout the world. By WILLIAM K.


Jennifer Nordquist and Kevin Maloney to marry Oct. 23

XBOARDMAN -- Announcement is being made by Mary Rose Nordquist, 4651 Euclid Blvd., of the engagement


NEWS SHOWS Sunday topics

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- Sen. Edward Kennedy, D-Mass.; vice


PAVLIK-HANSHAW Is a rematch likely?

They've won all 39 of their combined professional fights. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Shurells observe golden jubilee at surprise party

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Shurell, 3855 Timber Lane, were honored at a surprise party July


JENNIFER SARBO BRIAN LESS

JENNIFER SARBO BRIAN LESS XNEW CASTLE, Pa. -- St. Vitus Church was the setting at 4:30 p.m. June


The comeback city

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Cincinnati is getting a flood of recognition from national travel and arts


WNBA Liberty having six home games shifted to Radio City Music Hall

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS PHILADELPHIA -- Home-court advantage became home-stage advantage for the


AROUND THE HORN | Friday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Red Sox 7 BOSTON -- Even three homers by Kevin Millar couldn't stop


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JILL CAMERON ANTHONY ANTOLINI XCOLUMBUS -- Jill Ann Cameron and Anthony Salvatore Antolini, both


George agrees to one year in Dallas

Eddie George and the Dallas Cowboys are a perfect fit for a one-year contract. IRVING, Texas (AP)


Brennards' 50th is celebrated at surprise party

XNEW SPRINGFIELD -- Mr. and Mrs. John Brennard of New Springfield observed their 50th wedding


RELOCATION Expos will be moving to nation's capital

Former major leaguers are sad baseball will soon be leaving Montreal. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in


AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox's Mueller tags Rivera for two-run walk-off home run

Mark Kotsay homered twice in Oakland's win over Texas. ASSOCIATED PRESS BOSTON -- There's a


UNITED METHODISTS New bishops chosen for Eastern Ohio, W. Pa. jurisdictions

An Ohio woman was elected bishop and assigned to Minnesota. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS United Methodists


ABDUL HARRIS It's time to show your faith

Friends, I believe we have entered into the very beginning stage of a tremendous move of God. Yes,


JAMES AND MORRIS CAREY \ On the House The importance of insulation

We recently had the pleasure of touring a major insulation manufacturing plant and acting as judges


JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Enshrinement awaits Davis

Harold Davis was fortunate to have quality people influence him throughout his life growing up in


Connecticut 69, San Antonio 55

Connecticut 69, San Antonio 55 UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- Nykesha Sales broke out of shooting slump with


Gov. Ah-nold's critics should chill out

Opinion: By JOHN BAER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Hear me now and believe me later, "The Governator" should


AREA SCORES

MEN Vindicator League (Pine Lakes) -- Low gross: Dave Johnstone 34, Joe Nigro 37, Mike Vargo, Don


BILLBOARD HITS

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


BILL TAMMEUS Islam needs national leaders

Opinion: The Associated Press recently produced a feature on al-Azhar, the ancient university in Cairo


Center conference

Center conference YOUNGSTOWN -- Bringing in the Glory: "The Heart of the Father" Conference will


Statue of Liberty renovations aim to lure visitors

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Statue of Liberty was closed for 100 days after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.


MILL CREEK METROPARKS August Calendar

Aug. 1: Noon-4 p.m. Bug Day. Catch this festive event devoted to insects and their relatives. Play


DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION Kerry's image must front campaign

Kerry remains unfamiliar to one out of three likely voters. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS BOSTON --


Boy won't be charged in death of infant

HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) -- A 5-year-old boy will not be prosecuted in the death of a 6-week-old baby


Boone ready to start his rehab

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Aaron Boone walked into Cleveland's clubhouse, saw the new jersey hanging in his


WARREN Korey Stringer Community Fund will help children

The Korey Stringer Fund will have a community feel. By KURT SNYDER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


1 dies in blast at police station in Russia

MAKHACHKALA, Russia (AP) -- An explosion Saturday night at a police station in the capital of the


Olivers mark 50thanniversary at reception

XPOLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Dale Oliver of Springfield Road, were honored June 26 at an outdoor


Pennsylvania cities seeking status as a distressed city under Act 47 must meet one of the following

Pennsylvania cities seeking status as a distressed city under Act 47 must meet one of the following


2004 TRUMBULL COUNTY FAIR Late competition results from Sunday

POULTRY Senior Poultry Showmanship 1st: Denny Yommer 2nd: Ross Treffert 3rd: Sarah Smith Junior


'EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND' Secrecy guards plot of final episode of hit sitcom on CBS

The show's creator doesn't want a lot of hoopla, just a party for his staff. By DAVE MASON


The Boardman school board will meet Wednesday to interview the last of the candidates who have

The Boardman school board will meet Wednesday to interview the last of the candidates who have


Family festival

Family festival STONEBORO -- Windmill Ministries/Jacob's Well Jam House, a community outreach


LOCAL

LOCAL Authors to appear at Barnes & amp; Noble BOARDMAN -- On Thursday at 7 p.m.,


Miss Russomano, Mr. Herlinger to wed in October

XCORTLAND -- The engagement of Melissa J. Russomano and Christopher G. Herlinger, both of Cortland,


AREA CALENDAR

JULY TODAY -- Sponsors Classic 2-Man Pick Partners at Tamer Win Golf Course. For details, call


'Scattered Shadows' sheds light on life

The memoir's release comes 24 years after the author's death. By BILL WILLIAMS HARTFORD COURANT


Dogs will have their days at show

Dogs will have their days at show k JIM AND DEBBIE Scardina of Austintown, who own five black and


SOCIAL SECURITY Q & amp; A

Q: I overheard a young woman on a bus telling someone that she gets widow's benefits from Social


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Mary Beth Herb to be bride of Michael Holdford

XAnnouncement of the engagement of Mary Beth Herb of Cleveland and Michael Holdford of Hubbard is


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CHRISTINE BERTON CHAD HANYSH XNEW SPRINGFIELD -- Emmanuel Lutheran Church of New Springfield was


MERCER COUNTY Senior Follies variety show to hit the stage

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- It's been months in the planning and rehearsals, and the Mercer County Senior


There he goes again

Los Angeles Times: Ron Reagan is giving a speech next week at the Democratic National Convention.


Bristol Library plans to close for renovations

No programs are scheduled during the closure. BRISTOLVILLE -- The Bristol Public Library will be


Reports on bus arrest conflict

The woman, unable to post book bond, spent a weekend in jail. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME


KEYSTONE CLIPS Shorts notice: Commissioner comments on other's attire

Hermitage City Commissioner Duane Piccirilli had no qualms about nominating fellow Commissioner


Leader foresees thaw with Syria

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) -- Iraq's interim leader said Saturday that diplomatic relations between Syria


CANFIELD Racing from Romania onto U.S. race tracks

Csaba Bujdoso has built a name for himself on local, national racing circuits. By JOHN KOVACH


Tall Englishman making comeback from last year

At 6-foot-5, Justin Wilson was 12th-fastest in Friday's opening tests. VANCOUVER, British


Court acquits man in photojournalist's death

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) -- A Tehran court acquitted the sole defendant in the murder of an Iranian-


Affordable gas prices: TeleNav helps find them

Affordable gas prices: TeleNav helps find them SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Finding cheap gasoline


Woman gets 18-year sentence in boy's death

MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. (AP) -- A woman who admitted beating her boyfriend's 3-year-old son to death after


REGION

REGION Pamida will close store in August COLUMBIANA -- Pamida is closing its general merchandise


Memo from cop prompts review

Complaints should go to the union, an official says. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER


Armstrong has his admirers, detractors

Some Frenchmen resent his success and domination of the Tour de France. PARIS (AP) -- As Lance


Blood Drives

Blood Drives MONDAY Shenango Valley VFW, 439 E. State St., Sharon, noon-6 p.m. Immaculate


STANDINGS | New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)287.800-- Scrappers (Indians)1917.52891/2 Batavia


The Dangerfields are honored at surprise dinner

XBERLIN CENTER -- Mr. and Mrs. R. Tracy Dangerfield, 8811 S. Duck Creek Road, were guests of honor


Cain and Abel story shows hope for mercy

According to the Book of Genesis, the first human born to human parents was a murderer. Why


Al-Qaida group delivers threat

Nearly 900 Australian troops are in and around Iraq. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- An online statement by a


Trial lawyers share blame in rising malpractice costs

Opinion: Trial lawyers share blame in rising malpractice costs EDITOR: A steady stream of articles


BEST SELLERS | Top rankings

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "R Is for Ricochet," by Sue Grafton (Putnam, $26.95) 2. "The Da Vinci


AUGUST LIBRARY LISTINGS

Youngstown and Mahoning County "Until We Meet Again." Magic and more with "Porgie" the Clown; for


Salyers says OSU boosters promised her payment to care for OSU player

She had an oral contract, but that will be hard to prove in court. COLUMBUS (AP) -- There was no


PORTABILITY | Laptop lightweights

What's a good laptop for on-the-go use? To find out, we requested the lightest possible consumer-use


Armstrong uncertain about future in Tour

Lance Armstrong still has not decided if he will ride in France in 2005. LONS-LE-SAUNIER, France


MLS ROUNDUP Saturday's games

MetroStars 2, Fire 1 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- MetroStars coach Bob Bradley earned his 100th MLS


SANDLOT BASEBALL

SANDLOT BASEBALL Hernandez saluted for Class B work Fanfare: In the late 1960's and early


Wharmby Sports loses to Diamond Dog Bulldogs

Wharmby Sports will meet the Ohio Yankees today in a losers bracket game. STRUTHERS -- A six-run


By PETE MOLLICA

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF The 2004 Giant Eagle LPGA Classic is history. Whether


At 25, the Walkman is still playing strong

Its 1979 debut gave the world a new way to listen to music. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Twenty-five


2 clutch hitters will enter 'Hall'

Dennis Eckersley and Paul Molitor were tough in the clutch during long careers. COOPERSTOWN, N.Y.


MAHONING VALLEY Bands rally for ailing rocker

A benefit show will help create a trust fund for the son of Odie Crook. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA


WNBA ROUNDUP Friday's games

Shock 63, Sting 53 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Swin Cash had 16 points and a season-high 14 rebounds to


AT A GLANCE | NFL training camps

CLEVELAND (5-11) Camp opens: July 30, Berea. Important additions: QB Jeff Garcia, TE Kellen


MISCELLANEOUS

MISCELLANEOUS Heartsaver CPR for laymen: 6-9 p.m. Aug. 3, St. Elizabeth Health Center's Boardman


TORONTO BLUE JAYS Pat Hentgen, frustrated by lack of success, opts to quit

The former Cy Young Award winner was 2-9 this season. TORONTO (AP) -- Former Cy Young Award winner


THE YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE Board works on revival plans

By GARRY L. CLARK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- The board of directors of The Youngstown


Organizations monitor churches

Groups say religious heads should abide by separation of church and state. OVERLAND PARK, Kan.


LISA ROMEO MATTHEW MILLER

LISA ROMEO MATTHEW MILLER XYOUNGSTOWN -- Lisa Romeo and Matthew Miller were married at 2 p.m. June


Bond set at $150,000 for man accused in shooting

YOUNGSTOWN -- Bond has been set at $150,000 for Jason Winston, 19, of West Indianola Avenue, who is


MAHONING AND TRUMBULL COUNTIES Commissioners consider merging convention bureaus

A Trumbull County commissioner is willing to reconsider the issue. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


events

EVENTS EverGreen in Villa Maria, Pa., presents a Blue Moon Summer Nature Walk, at Villa Maria


HELOISE Protect your pet from dangers of summer heat

Dear Readers: Summer heat can be a killer for both people and pets. The Humane Society recommends


AUTO RACING ROUNDUP Meira holds off Kanaan for pole

Paul Tracy picked up the pole for today's Champ Car race in Vancouver. ASSOCIATED PRESS WEST


KATINA GILBERT JAMES HETRICK

KATINA GILBERT JAMES HETRICK XBOARDMAN -- Katina Gilbert and James Hetrick, both of Austintown,


BEGINNINGS | Sisters of Humility of Mary

1854 -- A little congregation was founded by Marie-Antoinette Potier (Mother Madelaine) and Father


NORTH CAROLINA Tour features remote places

The Wright Brothers Memorial is not on the tour. CRESWELL, N.C. (AP) -- More than two centuries


NOTEBOOK | Scrappers

Watch for this: In their existence the Scrappers have drawn nearly a million fans to Eastwood Field,


state statistics

STATE STATISTICS Drunken-driving arrests Arrests on charges of driving under the influence have


Man's testimony in case saves him from prison time

NEW YORK (AP) -- A former brokerage assistant who helped Martha Stewart make her fateful stock trade


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AMANDA HAMMENTS SHAWN MARCELLO XHUBBARD -- A reception at Candlelite Knolls in Bazetta followed


RISK AND REWARD A look inside bookie business

Football attracts the most bets in the Mahoning Valley, according to the FBI. By PATRICIA MEADE


Book collects postcards from U.S. locales

Book collects postcards from U.S. locales Imagine sending a card of an interstate overpass. Is


LOUISIANA PURCHASE History accompanies train ride

Amtrak's program focuses on the Lewis and Clark expedition and area history. ABOARD THE ANN


'The Passion' fails to make significant impact

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Four months after its release, "The Passion of the Christ" has ignited


Autumn date set by Miss Hevener, James McComb

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Richard and Bonnie Hevener, 6727 Finland Drive, are announcing the engagement of


INTERNET CASINO WINS AUCTION FOR BECKHAM BALL

Internet casino wins auction for Beckham ball MADRID, Spain -- Going, going, gone! The ball


Deadline extended

Deadline extended YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University President Dr. David Sweet has extended


'TRANSATLANTIC PING PONG'

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Company chief pushes state on behalf of manufacturers

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COLUMBIANA CO. Fairgoers delight in destruction

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NASCAR Truex pinch-hits for Earnhardt for today's Siemen's 300

The team's top driver is recovering from last weekend's fiery crash. LOUDON, N.H. (AP) -- Like


PA. SCHOOLS State: Some districts will receive a windfall

Some officials are already looking at how to spend the extra funds. By HAROLD GWIN and LAURE


Last performance for conductor is bittersweet event

The conductor taught at Harding, YSU, Hiram College and Ironton schools. By DENISE DICK


Order celebrates 150 years of service

Eight hundred came to the order's first reception. By JULIE A. WAGNER VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR


The commission has spoken

Opinion: While there is no question that the 9/11 commission did a massive amount of good work, there was an


HOLISTIC HEALTH Group offers choices for health-seekers

Practitioners and supporters created a clearinghouse. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT An


Scrappers' errors costly

Mahoning Valley made three errors in the sixth inning of a 5-3 loss to Batavia. By BILL SULLIVAN


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Dow sinks below 10,000 on disappointing reports

It was a brutal week throughout the markets. NEW YORK (AP) -- Wall Street skidded further Friday,


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A.L. CENTRAL Cleveland sweeps Kansas City

An eight-run inning helped Chad Durbin win his first game since his recall. CLEVELAND (AP) --


NATIONAL LEAGUE Seven-run inning lifts Pirates over Cincinnati, 14-4

Pittsburgh used a seven-run sixth inning to beat the Reds. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jason Kendall's two-


NATIONAL LEAGUE Abbott's arm, bat lead Phils past Cubs; Giants edge Cardinals in 10

San Francisco slugger Barry Bonds received his 79th intentional walk. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Public employees aren't as well-off as de Souza thinks

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Dear Annie: Recently, the father of a good friend of mine (I'll call her "Natalie") was diagnosed


INDIANS Durbin shuts down Royals

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BRIAN RICHESSON Toregas leads Scrappers in more ways than one

NILES -- Wyatt Toregas has been hovering among the New York-Penn League batting leaders for much of


Mahoning County could own prime locale in Youngstown

Opinion: The Southside Community Development Corporation is considering donating its Oakhill Renaissance


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Dear Annie: I am a married woman with a toddler. The problem is my husband, "Perry," who doesn't


Ruth bat could bring more than $1 million in auction this winter

The Pittsburgh Pirates are likely to wait until July 31 to trade Kris Benson. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Mercado wins first Tour stage

The rivalry between Lance Armstrong and Filippo Simeoni took center stage. LONS-LE-SAUNIER, France


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Teenage hobby inspires a specialty

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