Vindy.com for June 23, 2004
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Jump to: » Stories
Featured Stories
Select a date to see content for that day.
Stories published June 23, 2004
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Bad-check charges
Bad-check charges BOARDMAN -- Police charged the 38-year-old son of a reputed local organized
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
AMERICAN LEAGUE WHITE SOX 11, INDIANS 9 10 innings CLEVELANDCHICAGO abrhbiabrhbi Lawton
Drug card confusion
Opinion: Washington Post: The campaign of Sen. John F. Kerry, D-Mass., has put out a statement showing that
BEEF DISHES Shish kebabs: flavor without lots of fat
With a little chopping, cucumber salad becomes relish. ASSOCIATED PRESS There's a new third
Only a storm can create a full rainbow
I wish I could have met Susan Lyons. I know she would have added color to my world. Susan was the
Nader opposed by congressional blacks, Ariz. Dems
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Ralph Nader had a testy meeting Tuesday with black members of Congress and
CAVALIERS Pavlovic could be new Kapono
Cleveland is desperate for outside shooters. CLEVELAND (AP) -- As quickly as the Cleveland
NATIONAL LEAGUE Astros rally to drop Bucs to 10th straight road loss
Pittsburgh is now 1-15 in its last 16 games at Houston. HOUSTON (AP) -- After getting himself out
POLICE DEPARTMENT Search suit settled for cash
The amount of the settlement has not been released. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
HEALTHY EATING Cooked vegetable adds color, vitamins to meals
This tough vegetable will keep you eating greens year-round. By RONNIE FEIN STAMFORD ADVOCATE
MONEY TRANSFER Project to solve flooding problem
The legislation is likely to receive first reading at tonight's council meeting. By DENISE DICK
An airstrike in Fallujah hit militants' hideout, killing three.
An airstrike in Fallujah hit militants' hideout, killing three. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A recording
MUSIC Albums give 2 views of the South
HARTFORD COURANT The competing views of the South on display on two albums are so vastly different
BRISTOL SCHOOLS State audit stresses district's need to pass levy
The district has been in fiscal emergency since last October. BRISTOLVILLE -- A state financial
EDUCATION Dean hired for college high school
The new dean began his education career teaching in Youngstown. YOUNGSTOWN -- As Youngstown State
SUPERINTENDENT Jeswald gets nod to lead schools
The new superintendent was selected because of his experience in Girard schools. GIRARD -- Joseph
CITY HALL Carcinogens test is negative
SHARON, Pa. -- A test for carcinogens, mold and other toxic substances in city hall has apparently
1950s-style diner to open in fall
BOARDMAN -- The Park Classic Diner, a casual, 1950s-style eatery featuring a chrome and neon decor,
Aaron's book tells it all
A few years ago when the Cleveland Indians were World Series challengers and retro baseball uniforms
BOXING Tyson's return to ring put on hold in New Jersey
The governor won't let him fight in any state facility. ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) -- Mike Tyson
Liv Tyler to join the ranks of celebrity mommies
Liv Tyler to join the ranks of celebrity mommies NEW YORK -- Actress Liv Tyler is pregnant with
Wimbledon invigorates Serena
Even with other interests, she's able to focus on tennis. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Shifting into
TRUMBULL COUNTY Mayor: Timber harvest to start as early as Monday
Once overtime funds are exhausted, no more will be paid, the mayor says. By TIM YOVICH
REV. SUN MYUNG MOON Lawmakers explain presence at ceremony
Several lawmakers claim to have been misled by the event's organizers. WASHINGTON POST
WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP RMI situation pinches police department
Trustees will have to make a tough decision in the near future. MINERAL RIDGE -- Weathersfield
SOCCER Crew's Smith is moving to NFL
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Columbus Crew announced Tuesday that team president and general manager Jim
WIMBLEDON Safin fizzles, falters
Serena Williams likes the role of defending champ. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Marat Safin has an
Take Ohio's fireworks laws out of the Dark Ages
Opinion: Take Ohio's fireworks laws out of the Dark Ages EDITOR: The time has come for Ohio to reform
Nutritious sides start with stir-fried broccoli
STAMFORD ADVOCATE STIR-FRIED BROCCOLI 1 bunch broccoli 21/2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2
MARKETING Ad tactics play on pet owners' emotions
The FDA regulates drugs for animals. SEATTLE (AP) -- As a marketing executive, Marian Salzman
CITY SCHOOLS Councilman: Racism hinders hiring goals
Nine minority companies and four female companies have worked on projects. By JoANNE VIVIANO
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 19.80 19.81 Avalon Holdings,2.45 2.54 Bank
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"T.H.E.M." (8 p.m., NBC) stands for Totally Hidden Extreme Magic. Street magicians bewilder innocent
MAHONING COUNTY Man gets life in prison for child sex
The life imprisonment sentence is mandatory under Ohio law. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
COLUMBIANA State warns school district
The district must come up with a plan to address its financial crisis. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
PADDLING CASE Police chief is seeking dismissal of 27 counts
The prosecutor said he opposes the motions. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
PRIME TIME Sarcasm's king continues his reign on TV
David Spade enters second season on '8 Simple Rules.' By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR
TRANSPORTATION Rides-for-elderly pact approved
The village hopes to have its own transportation system by 2005. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Miami, Arizona bow out of play
South Carolina and Georgia advanced to the semifinal round. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Bryan Triplett
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers lose third straight, begin series at Lowell tonight
Mahoning Valley had five hits while being routed by Auburn, 11-0. AUBURN, N.Y. -- Auburn sent the
Penn State honors faculty member
SHARON, Pa. -- Dr. Gaylene Douctre, assistant professor of kinesiology and director of intramurals,
DAN K. THOMASSON Perilous mix: politics, religion
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- In a world increasingly disrupted by the often-lethal poison created by mixing
Supreme Court continues to chip away at Bill of Rights
Opinion: Once again, the conservative bloc of the Supreme Court of the United States has taken a bite out of
ENTERTAINMENT
ENTERTAINMENT David Spade 'Rules' k STAND-UP and sitcom comedian David Spade discusses his new
REGION
REGION NRC monitoring continues at Perry nuclear plant NORTH PERRY, Ohio -- FirstEnergy Corp.'s
"When my father goes, he'll get a gun salute. I wouldn't feel right about them having seven
Opinion: "When my father goes, he'll get a gun salute. I wouldn't feel right about them having seven
SCHOOL BOARD Chief: Put levy back on ballot
The board is seeking a legal opinion about switching insurance providers. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY Attorney pleads innocent to multiple charges
The matter is still under investigation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN
JIM DAVIS | A profile 'Garfield' cartoonist wasn't always a fat cat
The farm boy's creation is now a big-screen star. By LUAINE LEE KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE BEVERLY
WARREN Council to consider contract
The pact calls for 2 percent raises this year and in 2005 and 2006. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
U.S. SENATE GOP stalls voting, foiling Kerry's plan
The veterans' health benefits bill didn't make it to the floor. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
CONSTRUCTION City announces plans to renovate six bridges
As part of the upgrade, the bridges will have a color theme. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
TELEPHONE SERVICES Companies announce network upgrades
Phone companies invest to try to stay relevant. DALLAS MORNING NEWS DALLAS -- Faced with the
MOTORCYCLE CRASH Family seeking homicide charges
The family has asked the state attorney general's office to review the charges. By LAURE CIOFFI
ON TOUR | This week's golf events
PGA TOUR Booz Allen Classic Site: Potomac, Md. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: TPC at Avenel
TELEVISION Storm hits transmitters; CNN loses power, sound
Other Turner networks were also affected by the lightning. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS It's a
AREA DIAMONDS | Youth baseball & amp; softball
BASEBALL Tri-T Pony (ages 13-14) Campbell Taylor Made Masonry 13, Poland Perkins 12 -- Danny Sacui
& lt;B & gt;ANDERSON, & lt;/B & gt; Henry Jr., 75, of Youngstown;
& lt;B & gt;ANDERSON, & lt;/B & gt; Henry Jr., 75, of Youngstown; calling hours
TRANSGENDER CASE Retrial planned in slaying
The victim's family still wants justice. HAYWARD, Calif. (AP) -- Prosecutors say they plan to
YOUNGSTOWN City Series schools approved to join Steel Valley Conference
SVC competition will begin in the spring of 2005. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT YOUNGSTOWN -- The
TRUMBULL COUNTY Warren house is an eBay bargain
The three-bedroom ranch home was bought for $10. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
WAL-MART Class-action suit is OK'd
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Creating the largest private civil rights case in U.S. history, a federal
OHIO
OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-1-7 Pick 4, 4-0-5-4 Buckeye 5, 10-16-21-30-36 Mega Millions, 9-10-
BCS Tinkering continues in quest for the best system
A simpler formula with fewer redundancies is the objective. BOSTON (AP) -- The Bowl Championship
AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 10, Orioles 4 BALTIMORE -- Alex Rodriguez passed Joe DiMaggio on the
MAHONING COUNTY COURTHOUSE Trustees, clerks to dine in style
They'll be served a catered dinner, then take a tour of the courthouse. By BOB JACKSON
CHARLOTTE Bobcats fans have the best yet to come with selections
Emeka Okafor or Dwight Howard will provide a big name through the draft. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --
WIMBLEDON Safin fizzles, falters on grass courts
Serena Williams likes the role of defending champion. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Marat Safin has
Rampage brings fines, jail for man
CAMPBELL -- John Oracio III, 24, of Victor Avenue, Youngstown, was sentenced Tuesday to jail and
Today is Wednesday, June 23, the 175th day of 2004. There are 191 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, June 23, the 175th day of 2004. There are 191 days left in the year. On this
SPEAKING OUT Bette Midler says media target kids too young
KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE Bette Midler, who's co-starring in "The Stepford Wives," has a 16-year-old
During its Tuesday meeting, the Youngstown Board of Education:
During its Tuesday meeting, the Youngstown Board of Education: Heard that community/charter
Keeping eye out for disease
Rift Valley fever poses a bigger threat to livestock than to humans. ATLANTA (AP) -- As if West
This little piggy went to market
This little piggy went to market The Pig Tail Food Flipper's needlelike, sturdy stainless-steel
HORMONE THERAPY RESEARCH Estrogen raises dementia risk for older women
LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY NEW YORK -- Older postmenopausal women who take estrogen significantly
HOW HE SEES IT Conclusions of Sept. 11 commission are stunningly obvious
Opinion: By JOHN C. BERSIA ORLANDO SENTINEL The latest conclusions from the 9/11 commission -- that
SAN DIEGO Padres' top-pick Bush confrontational, police say
SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Suspended top draft pick Matt Bush allegedly bit one of the bouncers who tried to
'Heartsongs' poet dies
'Heartsongs' poet dies ANNAPOLIS, Md. -- Mattie Stepanek, the child poet whose inspirational verse