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IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Gretchen Wilson When: 2 p.m. Sunday. Where: Ponderosa Park, state Route 45, Salem.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ralph T. Cardillo, 30, of 6990 Mill Creek Blvd., Boardman, and
SUMMER ISN'T RERUN TIME ANYMORE
The quest for the young demographic has networks airing new episodes year-round. By DAVID ZURAWIK
Notable death
Notable death Max Rosenberg, a veteran movie producer best known for cult horror classics such as
FREEDOM Residents to celebrate Juneteenth at 2 sites
June 19 was officially designated as Juneteenth Independence Day in 1997. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
POLITICS Kerry interviews Gephardt as a vice president candidate
Other Democrats are expected to meet with the presidential hopeful. WASHINGTON (AP) -- John Kerry
A change of command
A change of command VIENNA -- Col. Timothy J. Thomson will take command of the 910th Airlift Wing
CAL THOMAS Giving 'Exodus' a new meaning
Opinion: People of both political parties and many persuasions have been talking for decades about education
NBA DRAFT West remains undecided
His attractiveness to NBA scouts isn't exactly clear. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Saint Joseph's was to
DROWNINGS 4 die in Texas water park pool
Suction from a pump in the pool was too strong. FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- Four members of a
ELLEN GOODMAN The changing image of a Stepford wife
Opinion: BOSTON -- Does anyone remember that the original version of "The Stepford Wives" was a horror movie?
Blue Wolf Tavern relocates to busy Route 224 corridor
The owners say their next project will be an 'authentic' Italian eatery. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
Plans announced for Pregi-Ramsey July 17 wedding
XBOARDMAN -- Announced by Thomas and Linda Pregi of Boardman are plans for the forthcoming marriage
NASCAR Mistakes confuse racing officials
The racing body wants to get things right, even if it means rewriting the rules. LONG POND, Pa.
TRACK & amp; FIELD Marion Jones pleads her case
The champion sprinter wants her name cleared from a drug probe. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Tired of
RUNNER-UP Jackson may call it quits with L.A.
Kobe Bryant will become a free agent and Shaquille O'Neal is unhappy. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) --
TELEVISION Q & amp;A
Q. What did Tom Bergeron do before becoming host of "Hollywood Squares" and "America's Funniest Home
Fla. leaders to tour area
Fla. leaders to tour area VIENNA -- A delegation of civic and business leaders from the Sanford,
CONCERT NEWS | Changes of plans
Britney can't dance: Britney Spears won't be gyrating in revealing outfits this summer -- at least
CLASS B Wharmby Sports' winning streak reaches 14 games
Astro Falcons defeated Roth by scoring in the bottom of the seventh inning. STRUTHERS -- League-
WEATHER As cities perspire to greatness, Youngstown keeps its cool
The city ranked at the bottom of a sweatiness survey. By VANESSA SCHUTZ VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
AROUND THE HORN Wednesday's other games
INTERLEAGUE Reds 7, Rangers 4 CINCINNATI -- A capacity crowd hoping for home-run history saw Ken
PENNSYLVANIA Drowned boy's swim trip wasn't OK'd, center says
GROVE CITY, Pa. -- A boy from George Junior Republic who drowned in Slippery Rock Creek last week
McBride says Spielberg is 'greatest director of all time'
Chi McBride has a part in Spielberg's 'The Terminal.' By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Post-flood stress normal, mental-health experts say
Crisis workers are on call at all times. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON --
Colleen Kenney, Jason Wilson are engaged
XAUSTINTOWN -- The engagement of Colleen L. Kenney, 3623 Maple Springs Drive, and Jason C. Wilson,
Blast kills at least 35
Three U.S. soldiers were killed in a rocket attack Wednesday. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A sport-
TRUMBULL COUNTY State Public Defender's Commission will not renew Costanzo's contract
The attorney doesn't know why her contract was not renewed. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
OHIO Taft signs law to reform public pension systems
Questionable spending prompted the legislation. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Report shows what officials are worth
Strickland was among those congressmen without big stock portfolios. STAFF/WIRE REPORT
Don't draw too many ties between 9/11 and WWII
Opinion: Don't draw too many ties between 9/11 and WWII EDITOR: In a recent letter to the editor, a
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball & amp; softball
TRI-T COLT Boardman Civics 7, Niles WM. Kramer & amp; Sons 5 -- Bob Bovara and Joe Craven had
A capsule look at new shows -- on network and cable stations -- that are coming to compete with the
A capsule look at new shows -- on network and cable stations -- that are coming to compete with the
Report: Confusion delayed air defense
The report included tape recordings from the planes and control towers. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Plagued
Forget reruns
Forget reruns k TELEVISION MOGULS have discovered the value of new, cheap programming. So that's
Warren police problems won't end with gag order
Opinion: Before Warren Mayor Michael O'Brien signs off on a new confidentiality policy -- a gag order by any
SCRAPPERS PROFILE/GREG GANIA Busy schedule includes return to broadcast booth
The Bowling Green student is also the team's media representative. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR
Kimmel-Markey troth announced, wedding date set
XA summer wedding is planned by Jenni-Ann Kimmel, 5666 Sheridan Road, Poland, and Justin Markey, 114
MAHONING CO. Robbery suspect hospitalized after cutting his throat
YOUNGSTOWN -- A 37-year-old man, who police said robbed a West Side pharmacy and later tried to kill
VIRGINIA Campaign warns of sex with minors
State studies' results had alarmed Virginia health officials. WASHINGTON POST RICHMOND, Va. --
MOVIE REVIEW 'Terminal' is too structured
The set is magnificent, but characters seem overly calculated. By DAVID GERMAIN ASSOCIATED PRESS
CONVENTION Southern Baptists discuss stagnation
Moderates report a decline since the rightward swing began in 1979. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- With more
COUNCIL| News and notes
Authorized the board of control to advertise for bids and sign contracts with the lowest and best
PADDLING PROBE Fowler Twp. officials ask chief to resign
The part-time chief says he has not received the letter. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Sens. Specter, Santorum report 2003 earnings
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Memo to Pennsylvania's two U.S. senators: Don't quit your day jobs for the real-
University car, expense account off limits to suspended Huggins
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Cincinnati basketball coach Bob Huggins will not be allowed to use his
SEPT. 11 PROBE Panel to give answers on air defense role
A critical failing was a focus on intercepting Soviet bombers. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Sept. 11
MENTAL HEALTH Survey proposed for teens
Erie, Pa., has implemented the screening districtwide. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Honor students,
Summer Passport Contest
Summer Passport Contest YOUNGSTOWN -- A Nintendo Game Cube and other prizes are up for grabs in
On the rebound: Smarty Jones' schedule planned
The horse's owners want a glorified ending to his career. ASSOCIATED PRESS The plan is not set,
THE GREEN MACHINE Warren goes for a clean sweep
The new machine costs nearly $20,000. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- The
TRUMBULL COUNTY Further hearing due for zoning
Some residents oppose the proposed change for fear a landfill may come in. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Blackhawk opens a plant in Canada
SALEM -- A Salem-based automotive supplier has opened a plant in Canada to serve automakers and
PSYCHOLOGY Language skills and brain power
The test measured bilingual participants' ability to deal with distractions. WASHINGTON POST
DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene Local documentary vies for award
There's a one-in-11 chance that the Hollywood Black Film Festival's Best Documentary award will go
Friends plan vigil for contractor held hostage
Friends plan vigil for contractor held hostage EAGLESWOOD TOWNSHIP, N.J. -- Friends of an
MAHONING COUNTY City council says no to tax on lottery wins
A lottery tax would have hurt city residents, a councilwoman says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
LAWRENCE COUNTY Missing $1M baffles commissioners
Officials say they won't raise taxes to make up the money. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
CONGRESS Report shows officials' worth
Strictland was among those congressmen without big stock portfolios. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Ohio
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "On The Record." Playhouse Square Center East Rehearsal Hall, rear of State Theater, 1650
SOUNDTRACKS Train rolls along with new single
The band won a Grammy with its hit song 'Drops of Jupiter.' KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Two summers
MICHIGAN 200 mark death of black man a year ago
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) -- About 200 people gathered in prayer to mark the one-year anniversary of
REGION
REGION Timken and union agree to discuss pact CANTON -- Timken Co. and the Steelworkers union
Blasts kill at least 41
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A sport-utility vehicle packed with artillery shells blew up today in a crowd
Warning: A gauntlet dog lives here
A while back, I was out blowing off the driveway, ridding it of the bushel-full of feathery tree
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
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MAHONING COUNTY Campbell council, union OK agreement
By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CAMPBELL -- City council ratified a collective
TRUMBULL COUNTY CVB board gives OK to policy
The board attorney's time records were stolen. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NILES
FLA. SLAYING Father wants judge to curb use of photos
SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) -- The father of an 11-year-old girl whose kidnapping was caught on a
STORM DAMAGE Reps. Ryan and Strickland seek disaster designation
Columbiana County received the designation for last month's storms. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
COUNTRY MUSIC Artist demonstrates her redneck pride
'Redneck Woman' is country's first No. 1 single by a woman in more than two years. By DAN DELUCA
STANLEY CROUCH Masculinity: A new definition is needed
Opinion: In a time as dangerous as ours, it is crucial to see that so much of what is going on in our world
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Experience key for Miami
The Hurricanes have reason for optimism in Omaha. CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) -- The Miami Hurricanes
HELOISE Spider's bite caused months of pain, anguish
Dear Heloise: I store my purses on a closet shelf, and some are not used often. I took one down to
MAHONING COUNTY Council OKs tax break
Consider win-win alternatives to tax abatements, a school board member says. By ROGER G. SMITH
SCRAPPERS PROMOTIONS | Calendar
JUNE Friday -- Opening Night Fireworks; Home Run Derby Trip giveaway sponsored by Century 21
Sergeant to come home
Sergeant to come home SHARPSVILLE, Pa. -- Jeff Achenbach wasn't around to witness his son's early
Bad idea for parents
Opinion: Detroit Free Press: Cable giant Comcast is cooking up a very bad idea for parents of toddlers. In
ANNIE'S MAILBOX Reader had attended boarding school to avoid molestation
Dear Annie: When I was growing up, my stepfather tried to molest me. At the age of 11, I had the
'60 MINUTES' Clinton discusses affair and impeachment battle
Clinton said the creation of 22 million jobs was his greatest accomplishment. WASHINGTON POST
MAHONING COUNTY Child molester tricked mothers, said right things
Ward is serving a six-year term for similar crimes in another county. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
Sprint plans to eliminate up to 1,100 jobs
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (AP) -- Sprint Corp. said Wednesday it will eliminate up to 1,100 jobs, or 1.6
The public should be outraged, a lawmaker said.
The public should be outraged, a lawmaker said. By JOANNE HUIST SMITH DAYTON DAILY NEWS DAYTON
GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Speeding up healing for bruises
Q. Are there any supplements or vitamins that speed up healing from bruising? I am a 38-year-old
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 20.3020.34 Avalon Holdings,2.55 2.69 Bank
Today is Thursday, June 17, the 169th day of 2004. There are 197 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, June 17, the 169th day of 2004. There are 197 days left in the year. On this date
EMERGENCY LEGISLATION Niles city council hires service to trim trees by Mosquito Creek
Ice cream trucks are cleared to return to the city after a 10-year absence. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XBrandi and Donald Edward Greenwood Jr., 2349 Sodom-Hutchings Road N.E., Vienna, are announcing the
Michelle Yurkovich, James Lowe Jr. to be married in July at Mill Creek Park
XAUSTINTOWN -- Chuck and Jan Yurkovich, 5343 N. Beacon Drive, are announcing the forthcoming wedding
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LAWRENCE COUNTY Governor responds to letters on ouster
The governor's office said it will monitor the 'troublesome' situation. By LAURE CIOFFI
HOW HE SEES IT U.S. security, Iraqi freedom unrelated
Opinion: By PAT M.HOLT CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- We went to war in Iraq to destroy its
LAWRENCE COUNTY N. Castle school board hires 34
Administrators were also realigned. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW CASTLE,
INTERLEAGUE Pirates topple Angels
Daryle Ward's 3-run blast helped end a nine-game losing streak for the Bucs. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
SCHOOLS Renovations to finally begin on school building
SHARON, Pa. -- Long-delayed renovations on a new school building will soon begin. The school
PENNSYLVANIA Records reveal officials' finances
U.S. Rep. Phil English of Erie was one of Congress' top travelers. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS WASHINGTON
OSCAR'S Zoning issue is parked
Both owners remember earlier conversations differently. BOARDMAN -- A parking dispute between a
SOCIAL BEHAVIORS Monogamy is based on genetic makeup, research suggests
The study shed light on the rare social behavior. LOS ANGELES TIMES Scientists working with a
Workers' comp for Iraq contractors estimated in millions
The government is covering claims for contractors injured in Iraq. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Almost half
CALIFORNIA Man charged with killing 2 in Hollywood
A former screenwriter and a doctor were slain. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Prosecutors charged a man with
"I want to make sure that when sovereignty is transferred, Saddam Hussein stays in jail."
Opinion: "I want to make sure that when sovereignty is transferred, Saddam Hussein stays in jail."
EXTINCTION Bird debate ruffles opponents' feathers
Biologists say the sage grouse could be extinct in 50 years. LOS ANGELES TIMES SPOTTED HORSE,
FEDERAL COURT Man in mall plot case to have mental tests
The Somali was first held in November on immigration charges. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A Somali national
CINCINNATI Bush returns for fund-raiser
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush is headed back to an affluent Cincinnati suburb next week for a
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VALLEY SCHOOLS Some see rise in exam scores
In East Liverpool, fourth- and sixth-graders improved in nine of 10 areas. By JoANNE VIVIANO
AUTO FAD Hot rims tempt thieves
The latest victim lost her life over flashy rims. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL MILWAUKEE --
Summary of police activity for Boardman:
Summary of police activity for Boardman: June 7 Assault: A woman, 23, told police a girl
MEDICINE Drug offers new treatment for rheumatoid arthritis
The results in studies of rituximab show promise. BOSTON (AP) -- For the first time, a drug has
MAHONING CO. Few show interest in sales tax
Another sales-tax hearing will be next Thursday at the courthouse. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
SPACE EXPLORATION Putting a face on a moon of Saturn
Scientists think Phoebe is a remnant from the early days of the solar system. CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Sabathia shuts down Mets
The Indians responded with a 9-1 victory at Shea Stadium. NEW YORK (AP) -- C.C. Sabathia is
WESTERN PA. State police still look for man who is charged in kidnap-rape
BEAVER FALLS, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police have two of three men accused in a bizarre kidnapping
NBA Dumars carries hope of defense
The Pistons' executive likes the future make-up of his team. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- Joe
PREVIEW | College World Series
A look at the eight teams competing in the College World Series, which starts Friday at Rosenblatt
Wedding planned by Miss Conway, Mr. Sambroak
XYOUNGSTOWN -- Bill and Judy Conway, 2660 Christie Lane, are announcing the engagement of their