News for July 30, 2004 | Vindy Archives

SAFETY Accident helps hike awareness

Dale Earnhardt Jr. hopes to drive the full 500 miles this Sunday at Pocono. By MIKE HARRIS

NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers' losing streak reaches six straight, 8-3

Mahoning Valley rallied for three runs in the ninth against New Jersey. By BILL SULLIVAN

Winslow, agent play hardball

He rejected a contract that would make him the highest paid tight end in history. BEREA (AP) --

REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Eminent domain sends county to court

The landowners filed federal lawsuits to stop the taking of their property. By LAURE CIOFFI

In his acceptance speech, Kerry focused on the country's condition under Bush.

In his acceptance speech, Kerry focused on the country's condition under Bush. COMBINED DISPATCHES

SHENANGO VALLEY Citizens group files petitions in support of municipalities' merging

Lower taxes and smaller government are two points being pushed by the group. By HAROLD GWIN

HOW HE SEES IT Democrats saw a star being born Tuesday

Opinion: By JEREMY DAUBER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR NEW YORK -- When a speaker speaks at a podium at the

Zetts gets nod at QB for YSU

YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State head football coach Jon Heacock says redshirt freshman Tom Zetts is

LEAGUE LEADERS

AMERICAN LEAGUE GABRHPct. IRodriguez Det9136150127.352 ISuzuki Sea9943456148.341 Mora

How do you answer critics? For Stewart, you drive well

Kasey Kahne's car owner, Ray Evernham, said the star could use a beating. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --

MOVIE REVIEW 'Before Sunset' reunites travelers

Like its predecessor, 'Sunset' eavesdrops on great conversation. By STEVEN REA KNIGHT RIDDER

NIAGARA FALLS U.S. inspector accused in beating of tourist

The case supports international fears about Americans. LOS ANGELES TIMES TIANJIN, China -- The

S.C. prison escapee caught in Columbus

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- The second of two South Carolina inmates who escaped from a maximum-security

PNC PARK Braves rally past Bucs in ninth

Rafael Furcal's single gave the Braves a 3-2 victory. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Atlanta Braves spent

Best Bets on TV Tonight

George Eads stars as the motorcycle daredevil in this new movie biography, "Evel Knievel" (8 p.m.,

SCHEDULE | NASCAR Nextel Cup

Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 22 -- Subway 400,

NASCAR ROUNDUP | News and notes

Busy man: Talk about a joyride. Memo Gidley spent last Saturday jumping from race car to race car,

STEELERS Same players, but new outlook

Bill Cowher's coaching staff has been tremendously overhauled. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh

The spanking question

Opinion: The Providence Journal: In Britain, as in the United States, the debate over spanking children has

MERCER COUNTY Man sentenced in shootings

One man received probation for punching a woman in his home. MERCER, Pa. -- A common pleas court

LENORE SKENAZY If it's a trend I'll miss it

Opinion: Tongue studs. I really missed the boat on that one. I just couldn't imagine swarms of kids

NFL

NFL Other camp news Jets Chad Pennington plans to make the first opening-day start of his

The streak goes on

The streak goes on k THE MAHONING Valley Scrappers, who are mired in the depths of a six-game

Medicine, law join forces to face crisis

Data, not just anecdotes, are needed to find the causes of the crisis. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

WEST BANK Fence will enclose Jewish area

The project has faced many challenges recently. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israel is rerouting its West

Doctor's orders suspend driver's license

LEBANON, Pa. (AP) -- A man who lost his driver's license after telling his doctor that he drank a

SAFETY Accident helps hike awareness

Dale Earnhardt Jr. hopes to drive the full 500 miles this Sunday at Pocono. By MIKE HARRIS

China threatens war

China threatens war BEIJING -- A senior Chinese official warned that Beijing won't rule out war

TRUMBULL COUNTY In Warren, crime is on the rise

Rapes have increased by 72 percent, records show. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Ohioans still divided on candidates

Bush and Kerry plan more visits to the Buckeye State. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS

STANDINGS

STANDINGS New York-Penn League McNamara Division WLPct.GB Brooklyn (Mets)2314.622-- Hudson

Door-to-door solicitors

Door-to-door solicitors SHARON, Pa. -- Police have issued a warning to city residents to be alert

MVSD official questions details of plan for I-80 widening

State officials have not notified the district on when construction may start. By SHERRI L.

TRAFICANT'S CAREER As time passes, successes are seen

'Free Traficant' apparel and 'housewares' are sold online. By DAVID SKOLNICK and PATRICIA MEADE

THE PLAYHOUSE President of board resigns

A new season of plays has been announced. By GARRY CLARK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN --

MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

AMERICAN LEAGUE ORIOLES 9, YANKEES 1 BALTIMORENEW YORK abrhbiabrhbi BRbrts 2b5220BWllms

Davis of 'Sex and the City' will do Maybelline ads

Davis of 'Sex and the City' will do Maybelline ads NEW YORK -- "Sex and the City" fans who miss

DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics Heinz Kerry wrong in attacking newsman

Opinion: I don't think my opinion of Teresa Heinz Kerry is a secret. It was less than two months ago that I

SCHOOLS Leadership switches over in Niles

The new superintendent will assume his duties next week. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR

Employee's hearing

Employee's hearing WARREN -- A disciplinary hearing is scheduled for today for a county employee

Fallen-away Democrat says party has gone too far to left

Opinion: Fallen-away Democrat says party has gone too far to left EDITOR: I have no dislike against any

Tyson returns to ring tonight to pay bills

He'll meet Danny Williams in a 10-round bout in Kentucky. LOUISVILLE, KY. (AP) -- Mike Tyson is

PENNSYLVANIA Real estate industry debates law reform

Consumer advocates press for reforms as a result of a rise in home foreclosures. HARRISBURG, Pa.

PGA TOUR Singh has one-shot lead after Buick first round

Tiger Woods opened with a 67, four shots behind. GRAND BLANC, Mich. (AP) -- Catching Tiger Woods

'Village' wastes talents

Shyamalan's extra twist ruins the cast's symmetry. By BETSY PICKLE SCRIPPS HOWARD It doesn't

BROWNS Davis feels heat after 5-11 disaster in '03

Cleveland opens training camp today with a single afternoon workout. BEREA (AP) -- As he prepares

"We choose hope over despair, possibilities over problems, optimism over cynicism. What John Kerry

Opinion: "We choose hope over despair, possibilities over problems, optimism over cynicism. What John Kerry

TERRORISM PROTECTION Officials express urgency to enact advice from panel

Experts are cautious, saying too much haste could cause problems. ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH

Edwards expresses thanks to Ohio supporters

Edwards said he and Kerry will spend an 'enormous' amount of time in Ohio. By BRAD PERRIELLO

Scrappers' losing streak reaches six straight, 8-3

By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- The pregame message took about eight innings

VIDEOS Upcoming releases

Following is a partial schedule of upcoming movies on video. Release dates are subject to change.

RESPONSE SYSTEM Council reviews safety

A doctor warned that the present system may cost a life. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM

TRUMBULL COUNTY State probe looks at invoices

The engineer said agents told him his office itself is not the target of the probe. By STEPHEN

MOVIE REVIEW \ 'Thunderbirds' Big-screen version doesn't impress

Most of the movie is a boring island chase. By GARY DOWELL DALLAS MORNING NEWS "Thunderbirds"

COURTS Victim's brother persuades board to have hearing on Swiger's parole

Pratt will get just five minutes to present his argument, he said. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

LOTTERY RESULTS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-8-5 (white ball) Pick 4, 3-3-8-9 Buckeye 5, 11-14-24-25-35

OHIO LEGISLATURE Lawmaker plans new bill for public-records requests

A survey found public employees followed the law only about half the time. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Judges

SCRAPPERS NOTES

SCRAPPERS NOTES From Eastwood Field One million customers: The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are

Ohioans deserve substance from Bush, Kerry campaigns

Opinion: Democrats spent four days this week bashing President Bush -- without using his name more than a

WOMEN'S BRITISH OPEN Stupples pulls out to three-shot lead after first round

Defending champ Annika Sorenstam is in the group tied for second place. SUNNINGDALE, England (AP)

Civilian plane enters Air Force property by mistake

VIENNA -- Two civilian pilots in a single-engine plane zigged when they should have zagged Thursday

Today is Friday, July 30, the 212th day of 2004. There are 154 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Friday, July 30, the 212th day of 2004. There are 154 days left in the year. On this date

CENTRAL OHIO Probe into corrections center for girls shows signs of abuse

More changes are needed at the facility, the consultant said. COLUMBUS (AP) -- About a dozen

WEST SIDE Police arrest man in shooting, standoff

Police are expected to release more information this morning. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF

OHIO Financial problems discussed

The organization projects a $3 billion deficit for Ohio by 2006-07. By DAVID SKOLNICK

Cafaro explains his side

Cafaro said the county, not his company, has held up JFS improvements. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

Adopt-a-duck: Hen hatches 6 mallards

The hen is very protective of the ducklings. By NICOLE HUGHES VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF VIENNA

YANKEES Giambi stays home, awaits tests

New York is looking at free agents to fill his spot at first base. By SEAN BRENNAN NEW YORK

COURTS Man sentenced to 20 years for kidnapping, rape

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A man was sentenced to prison for 20 years after he was convicted of drugging

NFL CAMPS Manning, Gallery get long-term contracts

The No. 1 and No. 2 picks signed with the Giants and Raiders. ASSOCIATED PRESS The waiting game

ON THE SIDE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. JUDICIAL RACE: Mahoning County

AROUND THE HORN | Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 9, Yankees 1 NEW YORK -- Sidney Ponson pitched a four-hitter for his

Jacobsen grabs lead with 6-under round

He's still rehabbing from arthroscopic hip surgery in April. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Peter Jacobsen

BASEBALL Johnson deal now off; other teams move in

The Giants and Padres are interested in acquiring the Big Unit. By PHIL ROGERS CHICAGO TRIBUNE

CLUB CALENDAR

ATHLETIC CLUBS XMcDonald Baseball Association will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens

Report: Argument led to dragging under car

Report: Argument led to dragging under car YOUNGSTOWN -- A city man was in stable condition today

CALIFORNIA Possible witness to contaminating of baby food talks to investigators

The man isn't a suspect, a spokesman said. IRVINE, Calif. (AP) -- A possible witness to a case of

Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:

Summary of police activity for Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD July 25 Theft/criminal

MESSAGE TEES Rude T-shirts offer attire with attitude

It's what you've always wanted to say but can't, the creator said. SCRIPPS HOWARD Message tees

Benson expects swap by Saturday

The Pirates starter is on the trading block. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Kris Benson left the Pittsburgh

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason R. Warmouth, 27, of 1336 Maplecrest Drive, Austintown,

REGION

REGION First Place expects deal to add to earnings WARREN -- First Place Financial Corp. earned

Detroit economy still falters despite revenue from casinos

The casinos have taken in nearly $5 billion in five years. DETROIT (AP) -- When the first casino

TRUMBULL CO. BUSINESSES Cell-phone collection benefits abuse shelter

A Miramar, Fla., company takes the phones and gives a donation to the shelter. By DENISE DICK

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Readers had plenty to say about strip-club party

Dear Annie: Your response to "Disgusted in California" disgusts me. She was upset that her husband

ISG misses analysts' predictions, makes $94M in second quarter

CLEVELAND (AP) -- International Steel Group Inc. said Thursday that it had earned $94 million in the

UZBEKISTAN Bombers hit U.S., Israeli embassies

There was also a blast at the general prosecutor's office. TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (AP) -- Suicide

YSU VOLLEYBALL Penguins boast young squad

Fitch graduate Stacie Mang is a walk-on participant. YOUNGSTOWN -- With only two seniors, three

Walking is exercise for the soul

I started walking this past spring to get into shape. Truth be known, I found that my shorts no

Stupples keeps lead, but Sorenstam lurks

Sorenstam had two bogeys in the second half of her round. SUNNINGDALE, England (AP) -- Annika

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;BARTH &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt;, Edward R., 97, of Poland; calling

& lt;B & gt;BARTH & lt;/B & gt;, Edward R., 97, of Poland; calling hours Monday from

WAR ON TERRORISM \ Developments

Other developments in the war on terrorism: A Tanzanian Al-Qaida suspect wanted in the 1998

MAHONING COUNTY Courthouse fixes clutter

Most of the more than 800 boxes are filled with civil case files, the clerk said. By BOB JACKSON

TRUMBULL COUNTY OEPA investigates legality involving WRI's license, operations

The license is a company asset and goes along with the stock purchase. By DENISE DICK

MAHONING VALLEY Placement agencies see job upswing

Some job-placement specialists are reporting growth in manufacturing jobs. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Pennsylvania 500 Long Pond Schedule: Friday, qualifying (TNT, 3 p.m.);

HELOISE Tips remove crayon marks from vinyl wallpaper

Dear Heloise: We have vinyl wallpaper in our home, and our son has "autographed" some areas with

Easy Street to perform at Packard hall

The mayor hopes to persuade Easy Street to call Packard Music Hall home. By DENISE DICK

INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN'S GAMES For athletes, security takes a back seat

The security director for the event said people can feel safe at the sites. UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS,

Who will host awards? Choice was simple

Who will host awards? Choice was simple Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie have been the big stars of

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

THOMAS SOWELL Handle intelligence czar post with care

Opinion: Whatever the specific merits or demerits of the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission, re-

IRAQ Fallujah fighting kills 13 people

Colin Powell made an unannounced trip to Baghdad. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Fighting between U.S.

Vindy.com for July 30, 2004

Featured Stories

Stories published July 30, 2004