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Church raises questions on issues, doesn't endorse
Opinion: Church raises questions on issues, doesn't endorse EDITOR: In response to the June 13 letter,
NOTEBOOK NBA Finals
Big Ben: Ben Wallace turned out to be the center with real superpowers. The Pistons' undersized
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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MAHONING COUNTY WARDEN Cyclists voice concerns over dogs
A cycling group hopes more is done to address the issue of loose dogs. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. and
ANDRES OPPENHEIMER Kerry needs a bold plan for Latin America
Opinion: Likely Democratic presidential candidate Sen. John Kerry has not yet laid out his Latin America
NOTEBOOK | U.S. Open
Targeted: Sergio Garcia was heckled mercilessly during the last U.S. Open on Long Island. Still, he
RICK SPRINGFIELD | A profile Musician aims to defy idol stereotype
The former soap star says many of his favorite songs arose from darker moments. By BRAD KAVA
FREEDOM WALK Pastor plans to walk his way to raising money for outreach
The walk is the latest in a long line of fund-raising efforts by the pastor. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Creek danger warnings in Ellwood City area
Creek danger warnings in Ellwood City area ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. -- City police are warning people to
Here how to upgrade Dad's cooking gear
By MORRIS DYE SCRIPPS HOWARD If Dad considers himself king of the backyard barbecue, offer to
State Route 534 closes in Berlin Center area
State Route 534 closes in Berlin Center area BERLIN CENTER -- State Route 534 is closed one mile
HELOISE Tricks of the trade help when baking cakes
Dear Readers: If you bake cakes, here are a few tricks of the trade that might be of interest: U
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Huggins gets fined, must attend course
The Cincinnati coach pleaded no contest to driving drunk last week. FAIRFAX (AP) -- Suspended
Hubbard school board
Hubbard school board HUBBARD -- The Hubbard board of education will conduct a public hearing on
LAWSUIT Bazetta reinstalls police chief
The chief says he plans to return to the job. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
POLITICAL PARTIES GOP's treatment of amputee fueled switch
The GOP questioned Max Cleland's patriotism, Teresa Heinz Kerry said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Teresa
ECONOMY Inflation is now a rising concern
Interest rates will likely be increased by the end of the month. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR NEW
Tales from everybody's backyard barbecue
CHICAGO TRIBUNE HOT MAMA For Brian McCutcheon, a Philadelphia sculptor, nothing but a Weber
NASCAR Blaney to drive No. 30 car for Childress Racing team
He'll replace rookie Johnny Sauter as the team's top driver. WELCOME, N.C. (AP) -- Dave Blaney
MERCER COUNTY Mexican indicted on immigrant transportation
MERCER, Pa. -- A Mexican caught with 13 illegal Mexican immigrants in his vehicle on Interstate 80
HEALTH Levels of obesity remain steady, researchers say
Percentages of overweight people are about twice as high as federal goals. SCRIPPS HOWARD In
ZONING Planning board rejects proposal for male revue
A neighborhood leader contended such a club wouldn't enhance Midlothian. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
TERRORISM Akron trial of Cleveland imam reveals web of groups
The defendant is accused of belonging to Palestinian Islamic Jihad, among others. AKRON (AP) --
GOLF This U.S. Open seems familiar (to foreigners)
The links-style course reminds players of the British Open. SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) -- Brad Faxon
SOUTHERN BAPTISTS Convention stays steadfast in its conservative policies
President Bush addressed the group via live video. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Twenty-five years after
Detroit Pistons take NBA championship
Detroit Pistons take NBA championship kCHAUNCEY BILLUPS of the Detroit Pistons kisses the Most
Documentary on Bill Clinton draws large crowd at premiere
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) -- More than a thousand people turned out Tuesday night for the world
Plenty of top talent for 2004
One of the overpriced words I learned in college was "syllogism." (Other words I paid a lot of
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials mull rules on septic systems
New regulations would not change standards for acceptable levels of pollution. By STEPHEN SIFF
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Flood relief center sees low turnout of residents
The FEMA center closes at 6 tonight. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU COLUMBIANA -- So
Blasts cripple pipelines and stop exports of oil
Insurgents are targeting the country's infrastructure. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Saboteurs blasted a
Actress Minnie Driver gets record contract
Actress Minnie Driver gets record contract NEW YORK -- Rounder Records has signed Oscar-nominated
Parents announce Durbin-Jobe wedding plans
XThe engagement of Christina Durbin, a daughter of Richard Durbin, both of 6055 Torolo Drive,
JOINT EFFORT Donations to help renovate ball field
The city is getting a list of just what material will be needed for the task. By HAROLD GWIN
Grill of our dreams
Weber is considered 'the grandfather of grilling culture,' a cookbook author says. By BILL DALEY
TECHNOLOGY SECTOR Wireless Internet can't access profits
Companies trying to profit from Wi-Fi are struggling. NEW YORK (AP) -- Alas, wireless Internet may
U.S. Supreme Court keeps pledge wording in limbo
Opinion: U.S. Supreme Court keeps pledge wording in limbo Scripps Howard: The words under God can stay
HOMICIDE Paroled preacher's son suspected in slaying of 92-year-old woman
TULLAHOMA, Tenn. (AP) -- For years, neighbors marveled at the spunk of 92-year-old Flossie Barr, who
NATION The 411 on cell-number directory: Privacy concerns loom
Safety and call charges are among reasons for keeping numbers unlisted. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Ohio pursues death for convict
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Ohio's lawyers asked a federal appeals court Tuesday to reinstate the death
NFL Tim Couch excited about possibilities as QB in Green Bay
The former Browns quarterback will sit behind starter Brett Favre. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Tim
Angry bees complicate hive hauler's effort to escape crashed truck
BOZEMAN, Mont. (AP) -- A tractor-trailer overturned on a curve on a highway, spilling its load of
NATION Study reports that immigrants fill almost 30% of new jobs in U.S.
One economist said there hasn't been much wage growth. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON --
SOUTHERN POLITICIANS Blacks see more promise in the Republican party
Most blacks will continue to vote for Democrats, a professor said. ATLANTA (AP) -- Herman Cain is
DALE McFEATTERS There's a time for casual and it's not at a funeral
Opinion: Americans are an informal people, but some of our more etiquette-minded observers believe
NATION Online map reveals the threads in the fabric of language in U.S.
Knowledge of what languages are spoken and where has many uses. NEW YORK (AP) -- News flash: There
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Team capsules
MCNAMARA DIVISION ABERDEEN IRONBIRDS Major League affiliate: Baltimore Orioles (2002) Location:
Area congressmen are seeking tariffs on Russian titanium
NILES -- Congressmen Tim Ryan and Ted Strickland are leading a push to start imposing tariffs on
"By ending this tax benefit for American businesses, we would be shortsighted if we did not also
Opinion: "By ending this tax benefit for American businesses, we would be shortsighted if we did not also
Zoning board allows sign, but it's smaller
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The Holiday Inn Express in Shenango Township can put up a directional sign for
HOW HE SEES IT You have rights -- if president says you do
Opinion: By JONATHAN TURLEY LOS ANGELES TIMES The U.S. Justice Department recently held an extraordinary
Gorilla's running start led to its escape over a wall
DALLAS (AP) -- A gorilla that was shot to death by police after breaking out of its enclosure at the
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
UNITED STATES GOLF ASSOCIATION U.S. Open Site: Southampton, N.Y. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday.
SHOOTING Son charged in death of dad on farm
The slain man was a candidate for Fairfield County commissioner. AMANDA, Ohio (AP) -- The son of
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Cribbs reinstated at Kent State
The quarterback pleaded guilty to marijuana possession. KENT (AP) -- Quarterback Joshua Cribbs was
LAWRENCE COUNTY New Castle officials discuss sewage-system repairs
City officials want to raise sewer rates by $2 per month to pay for the work. By LAURE CIOFFI
NATION Ark. woman recognized as a Confederate widow
The woman said she married the older man to escape poverty. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) -- News reports
United Pistons stand; divided Lakers fall
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- The Los Angeles Lakers left the court in pieces. Karl Malone kept his
Today is Wednesday, June 16, the 168th day of 2004. There are 198 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, June 16, the 168th day of 2004. There are 198 days left in the year. On this
& lt;B & gt;BLAZO & lt;/B & gt;, Marie R., 80, of Campbell; calling
& lt;B & gt;BLAZO & lt;/B & gt;, Marie R., 80, of Campbell; calling hours Thursday
MUSIC Warner Music will buy Madonna's share of Maverick
NEW YORK (AP) -- Warner Music Group has agreed to buy Madonna out of Maverick Records, the label she
A grand jury issued the following indictments:
A grand jury issued the following indictments: Willie R. Lowery, 45, Palmyra Road Southwest,
J0ANNE WEINTRAUB | Opinion Maybe we shouldn't get too attached to series characters
Is it just my imagination, or is the prime-time body count getting a little steep? I'm not talking
NEW YORK Mets batter Indians' streak
New York had 14 hits in a 7-2 victory over Cleveland. NEW YORK (AP) -- Maybe all the New York Mets
NATION
NATION Internet attack leaves Web sites inaccessible SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Several major Web sites
AUSTINTOWN MOLESTATION Judge says comment was out of context
The judge stressed that juvenile court information is not public record. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
T-Boz files for divorce from Mack 1
ATLANTA (AP) -- T-Boz of the female R & amp;B group TLC has filed for divorce from her husband,
FOX Paris and Nicole set out across America in 'The Simple Life 2'
Early signs show promise that the show will be a hit. By MIKE DUFFY KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
TRUMBULL COUNTY Officials unveil plans for schools
The new schools will be built before the old ones are torn down. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Suits filed against property owners
YOUNGSTOWN -- Jackson Township trustees are suing six property owners, seeking to force them to
Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie hit the road for "The Simple Life 2: Road Trip" (8 p.m., Fox). They
Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie hit the road for "The Simple Life 2: Road Trip" (8 p.m., Fox). They
TRAFFIC SAFETY Road debris poses risk to travel
Even small items cause trouble when drivers try to avoid them, a study said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A
Wedding planned by Rachel Long, Jeremy Vignon
XPlans for their summer wedding are being announced by Rachel Long, 42182 state Route 558, Leetonia,
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to
ABOUT THIS SERIES
ABOUT THIS SERIES More than 90 people representing 43 newspapers (including The Vindicator), two
UNION TOWNSHIP Commissioners help turn-signal project
The intersection won't be upgraded until next year. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
HOW HE SEES IT Abuses abound at U.S. immigrant prisons
Opinion: By MARK DOW SPECIAL TO THE LOS ANGELES TIMES The first I heard about rituals of sexual
SCHOOLS CEO says cutbacks hurt kids
The school district has 69,000 pupils and a budget of $700 million. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The leader
Angels extend Pirates' losing skein to nine
Anaheim rallied in the ninth for a 4-2 victory. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Anaheim Angels turned a
PENNSYLVANIA District attorney's probe of church abuse grows aggressive, witnesses say
The focus is whether church officials failed to protect children. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
COLUMBIANA CO. Financial situation is studied
Council says it will inform voters about a corporate ballot issue. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR
Don't let Sudan become another Rwanda
Opinion: Don't let Sudan become another Rwanda In Darfur, a region in western Sudan the size of Texas,
PAY-TO-PLAY Athletics overseer seeks plan
The cost is $350 for fall and winter sports for high school students. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Lakers face uncertain future
Phil Jackson and Karl Malone are considering retirement. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- The breakup
INTERNET FTC holds off creating anti-spam registry
The agency instead called for systems to verify the origin of e-mail messages. KNIGHT RIDDER
VERMONT EXPOS Hlebovy looking forward to future
The Campbell graduate could return home for a July series with the Scrappers. By BRIAN RICHESSON
TRUMBULL COUNTY A tech vision of Robins Theater
No money has been offered to make the idea a reality. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
CYCLING Armstrong vowing to take action
He strongly denied the latest allegations of drug use. SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) -- Lance Armstrong
LAWRENCE COUNTY Tax-notice mistakes puzzle officials
The county treasurer contends computer errors are at fault. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
COST OF LIVING Report shows earnings are too low to meet basic needs
Low-paying jobs shift support costs into the public. HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Rebecca Sebastian and
PUBLIC RECORDS Some police in Ohio don't follow the law
The information policy in some police departments was found to be arbitrary. By ANDALE GROSS
Cherries? Life is just a jar of pickles
As I sat at home preparing a speech for an upcoming engagement, I found myself bored with my own
NATION Greenspan: Fed prepares for possible terrorist strike
Greenspan says the Fed learned a lot from the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal
OHIO STATE Lawsuit draws threats, damage
The woman who got Jim O'Brien fired is being harassed. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A woman whose lawsuit
LAWRENCE CO. Homicide trial in third day
Another man pleaded guilty and was sentenced in the shooting. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
Pizzaiola sauce spices beef tenderloin dish
For a meal, just add antipasti, a fresh green salad and a side of pasta. HYDE PARK, N.Y. (AP) --
BILLBOARD HITS
TOP DVD SALES 1. "The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King (Widescreen 2 Disc Edition)," New Line
MOVIE '80 Days' remake doesn't cut it
The film didn't have the cash to compete with the Oscar-winning original. By CHRIS HEWITT KNIGHT
AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games
INTERLEAGUE White Sox 7, Marlins 5 MIAMI -- Carlos Lee doubled and scored in the 10th inning,
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 20.52 20.53 Avalon Holdings,2.552.69 Bank
NEVADA Board OKs offer from MGM Mirage
Combined company would own 11 properties on the Las Vegas Strip. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- In a deal that
WEST SIDE MEETING Residents say youths need to realize what city offers
Engaging youths is the key to the city's future, residents tell planners. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
CLASS B BASEBALL Youngstown Express captures first win of season
Mink Financial moved into a three-way tie for first place. STRUTHERS -- Youngstown Express scored
SAUDI ARABIA Captors threaten life of American
The son said his father loves Arabic culture. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- The captors of a New Jersey man
Billups takes rocky road to become MVP of Finals
The seven-year veteran has never been an All-Star. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- After Chauncey
MURDER CASE Jury advises life in prison for slayings
HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) -- After weighing the viciousness of the crime against the defendant's horrific
Questions arise over 'little fund'
Commissioners have some money for change and petty cash, an official said. NEW CASTLE, Pa. --
TRUMBULL COUNTY OEPA rule puts 29 on layoffs
OEPA says the facility can't accept pulverized waste. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
TEXAS Boy does OK despite foul act
Fans were outraged, but the man didn't seem to care. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- A 4-year-old boy who
OHIO
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U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Texas Dem files complaint about DeLay
Some Republicans want to retaliate for the ethics charges against the leader. KNIGHT RIDDER
TERRORISM Smaller cities could be targets
Terrorism can happen anywhere, a specialist says. COLUMBUS (AP) -- This city doesn't have the
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Her husband's angry silences can last months
Dear Annie: I have been married to "Harry" for 15 years. Whenever I do anything to upset him, he
Miss Wilson, Raymond Boila to be married
XPlans for the forthcoming marriage of Jacqueline Wilson and Raymond Boila Jr., both of Struthers,