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U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE MOST WANTED Juisone Hightower The U.S. Marshals Service Northern Ohio
HOW HE SEES IT Nonsmoking push creates 'Nanny State'
Opinion: By PAUL CAMPOS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- To a resident of Boulder,
Ex-prosecutor defends his work helping child-porn defendants
He helps defense lawyers exploit a loophole in the law. CLEVELAND (AP) -- For some, ex-prosecutor
XNEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers even record on Clem's homer
His two-run blast in the eighth gave Mahoning Valley a 6-5 win over Brooklyn. BROOKLYN, N.Y. --
CANADA Analysts: Election will be close
The premier conceded his party would likely lose its parliamentary majority. OTTAWA (AP) -- The
MEMORIAL RUN
MEMORIAL RUN Motorcycles The second annual "Our Fallen Officers" motorcycle run, sponsored by
INTERNET Freecycle lets users give, get at no cost
Groups are arranged geographically, and no money changes hands. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Psssst.
NATION
NATION Greyhound to cut back service to small towns DALLAS -- Greyhound Lines Inc. will stop bus
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LABEL WITH RULE 2-42-2 regular church abuse
xxx xxx xxx PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A statute of limitations many legal experts had expected would
Group envisions nature, arts center
Grants have been used to build a bike trail and buy playground equipment. CRAIG BEACH -- A group
Mixed rulings on terror fight
The justices also agreed to hear a case involving medicinal use of marijuana. WASHINGTON (AP) --
JUSTICE CLOTHING CO. 2 Pa. labor activists sell union-made goods online
Union factories compete with nonunion and offshore businesses. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Two labor
ELLEN GOODMAN Civil Rights Act brought change
Opinion: BOSTON -- And now for a small story from the Latter-day Annals of Working Womanhood. Fresh out of
Man survives jump
Man survives jump YOUNGSTOWN -- A 28-year-old East LaClede Avenue man who jumped from a bridge on
GOLF ROUNDUP Scott holds off late charge by Howell III to win by four
Kim Saiki scored her first LPGA victory in Rochester. ASSOCIATED PRESS POTOMAC, Md. -- Adam
HOW HE SEES IT Why we won the war, but not the peace
Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY Why did the United States have such an easy time
WEEKEND DRAWINGS
Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-1-0 Pick 4, 7-6-0-2 Buckeye 5, 4-27-28-29-33 Super Lotto
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball
SOFTBALL Tri-T Pony (ages 13-14) Boardman Diamond Steel 12, Niles A-Z Plumbing 0 -- Justine Cullen
WIMBLEDON TENNIS Williams advances to quarterfinals
The defending champion easily defeated Magui Serna Sunday. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Serena
OHIO EDUCATION Cyberschools gain popularity among public districts in state
Some are concerned about low test scores in cyberschools. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Ohio already has 41
Annie's Mailbox Remarks offend young mom
Dear Annie: I am 18 years old and have a 6-month-old son, "Jack." I realize I am rather young, but I
MISSING PERSON Dementia victim fails to turn up in month
Family members are beginning to fear the worst. OXFORD, Ohio (AP) -- A monthlong investigation
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)73.700-- Batavia (Phillies)55.5002 Scrappers
Today is Monday, June 28, the 180th day of 2004. There are 186 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Monday, June 28, the 180th day of 2004. There are 186 days left in the year. On this date
SANDLOTS Hallapy helps Mink Financial hold off late rally for 6-5 win
Roth Brothers upset league-leading Wharmby, 5-1. STRUTHERS -- Ryan Hallapy's two hits included a
NATO agrees to train Iraqi forces, add peacekeepers in Afghanistan
The decision gives NATO its first presence on the ground in Iraq. ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) -- NATO
OHIO RIVER 5 men sue owner of speedboat in collision that led to injuries
A large speedboat ran over a smaller pleasure craft. DAYTON, Ky. (AP) -- Five men injured when two
WORTH A LOOK
CRAFT SHOWS XWeaver Industries is accepting applications for the 30th annual Holiday Mart juried
LABOR DISPUTE Assault sentence is stayed
The judge said the man's actions exceeded all bounds of decency. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
HEART ATTACK Procedure will likely increase
Twenty heat-attack patients have been treated at the hospital so far. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A pilot
Woman dies in crash
Woman dies in crash HILLSVILLE, Pa. -- A Lowellville woman died and her husband was taken to a
"Have some tea, coffee."
Opinion: "Have some tea, coffee." Mission Control To the international space station crew, after an
Possible pellet shooting
Possible pellet shooting GIRARD -- A Youngstown woman told police she was shot in the head with
BET Awards show gives network the boost it needs
The annual awards showcase black talent. By ED BARK DALLAS MORNING NEWS It's older than CNN,
Grant-seeking program
Grant-seeking program YOUNGSTOWN -- A program for nonprofit organizations on seeking grants will
CRACKDOWN Cops saturate hot spots, make six drug arrests
Police were called to a disturbance at a motorcycle rally. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- About 20 law
Report shows Ohio benefits from Honda
MARYSVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- The state of Ohio has gotten a good return on its investment in Honda of
DRUG ARREST Long stare tips off wary cop
A man who called the suspect was brought in for questioning. GIRARD -- A Youngstown man was
SPORTS
SPORTS Serena Williams moves forward kDefending Wimbledon women's champion Serena Williams beat
HEALTH Fighting obesity in elderly
People who grew up on meat and potatoes often resist change, a doctor says. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE SATURDAY 13th--Angel Armour A(GG)3.802.802.80 Kachou Angus(K Kash
CLERK OF COUNCIL Books of laws on disks
The electronic effort has cut paper costs, the city clerks note. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
YSU AD begins job with NCAA
Youngstown State athletic director Ron Strollo will be in California this week as he gets his first
Dialogue on prison reform
Opinion: Baltimore Sun: Black men in America have a one-in-three chance of landing in prison in their
It's time that voting public, not big money, took control
Opinion: It's time that voting public, not big money, took control EDITOR: Is the American Dream starting
Railroad museum seeks a home
By VANESSA SCHUTZ VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Jim Marter of Youngstown has been
HELOISE Security is a snap with digital camera
Dear Heloise: Since my kind brother gave me a digital camera, I've discovered some great security
MICROSOFT EU antitrust decision on hold for now
Microsoft is fighting to avoid a $613 million fine by the EU. BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) -- The
CONCERT REVIEW Dave Matthews Band takes its time before getting warmed up
The group tested the patience of the large audience. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR
EASTERN EUROPE Administration is in talks about missile defense system
Critics say the defense system won't work. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ISTANBUL, Turkey -- The Bush
CONCERT REVIEW Clemons shares the spotlight
The saxophonist's band occasionally overshadowed The Big Man. By JOSH MOUND VINDICATOR
NATION Independent truckers call strike
Independents are forbidden by U.S. antitrust laws from negotiating together. NEW ORLEANS (AP) --
Hand-over of self-rule comes early
President Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair celebrated the transfer. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)
Saudi king asks repentance, then promises crackdown
Opinion: Soon, there will be no more room for excuses. The Saudi royal family has laid down the law --
'THE PROBLEM OF THE MEDIA' Exploring politics of deregulation
A scholar says the government has given enormous power to conglomerates. By FRAZIER MOORE
SCHOLARSHIP GOLF OUTING 49ers and friends in town for DeBartolo's fund raiser
John and Denise DeBartolo York have raised over $275,000 at the event. By TOM WILLIAMS
BEAVER POLICE Department acquires new dog
The department bought the dog with money confiscated in drug cases. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
RSD sufferers work toward a decent life
Pagan's daughter, Lillian, raises RSD awareness as a pageant winner. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
NASCAR Jeff Gordon masters Infineon road course
He managed to overcome heat due to ventilation problems in the cockpit. SONOMA, Calif. (AP) --
SOUTH KOREA
Opinion: SOUTH KOREA Korea Herald, Seoul, June 23: Many Koreans are asking their government to pull out our
ON DVD Buena Vista releases 'Bad Santa'
By TRACY L. SCOTT WASHINGTON POST If this Santa comes tumbling down your chimney, he's probably
Moore is pleased with film opening
Moore is pleased with film opening NEW YORK -- "Fahrenheit 9/11" filmmaker Michael Moore called
NEW YORK STATE 'Fire-safe' cigarette law takes effect
A Philip Morris spokesman said a uniform national law is needed. NEWSDAY ALBANY, N.Y. -- A long-
WNBA ROUNDUP Sunday's games
Comets 72, Mystics 67 HOUSTON -- Kedra Holland-Corn scored 21 points and Sheryl Swoopes added 16
ANOTHER LOSS: Former "Days of Our Lives" and "Guiding Light" cast member Richard Biggs passed away
ANOTHER LOSS: Former "Days of Our Lives" and "Guiding Light" cast member Richard Biggs passed away
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- A year ago, she was Fantasia Barrino, unemployed and borrowing money to pay
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- A year ago, she was Fantasia Barrino, unemployed and borrowing money to pay
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Cal Fullerton sweeps past Texas to win fourth title
The Titans beat the top-ranked Longhorns 3-2 on Sunday. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- After winning the
CHAMPIONCHIP High-tech timing for Peace Race still an issue for officials
The ChampionChip would provide labor-saving efficiency. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
OHIO PRISONS Inmate suicides are on record pace
Prisoners in suicide watch cells are checked every 15 minutes. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Three Ohio prison
LAKE MILTON AREA Business owners bemoan wet weather, road work
ODOT had planned to wait on part of its project before hearing concerns. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR
RENOVATION PROJECT Overhaul of former county jail nears end
Officials say they saved more than $1 million by doing the work in-house. By BOB JACKSON
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CLEVELAND Matt Lawton makes a difference
The Indians' 5-3 win over Colorado moved them back to .500. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Matt Lawton keeps
The season finale of "The Division" (8 p.m., Lifetime) deals with school violence. The episode also
The season finale of "The Division" (8 p.m., Lifetime) deals with school violence. The episode also
PENNSYLVANIA Slots foes say pork greased the skids
Some lawmakers votes were obtained by tacking on special considerations. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Ever
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 19.90 19.92 Avalon Holdings,2.752.85 Bank
FEDERAL PRISON Gay inmate drops suit over letter prohibition
A magistrate has ruled against him. JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (AP) -- A gay federal prison inmate has dropped
WHAT'S NEXT Democracy in Iraq
Key steps to come in Iraq's transition to democracy: 2004 July -- Conference of prominent Iraqis
BILLBOARD HITS
HOT 100: TOP 20 1. "Burn," Usher. Arista. 2. "Confessions Part II," Usher. LaFace. 3. "The
NEW HEADQUARTERS Philatelic Society opens refurbished building
Collectors gave it their stamp of approval. BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) -- Hundreds of curious visitors
OHIO Web site to offer statistics on schools
Users will be able to compare up to five districts at a time. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A Web site
AROUND THE HORN Sunday's other games
INTERLEAGUE Yankees 8, Mets 1 Yankees 11, Mets 6 NEW YORK -- Making his first start since his
HOCKEY Seven players conclude draft for Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Penguins finished off their draft Sunday by adding seven players,
DARTAMERICA Avalon to sell trucking business
The company says it will focus on golf and waste-related businesses. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
BOXING Koval gets first-round TKO victory over Lane
Two other Pan Nelson fighters also posted wins at Eastwood Expot Center. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
HOW SHE SEES IT No baking? That truly takes the cake
Opinion: By AMY SUTHERLAND LOS ANGELES TIMES Cultural decline is in the details. That is why the 100
NATIONAL LEAGUE Bay helps Pirates roll past Reds, win series
He drove in four runs in a 14-4 rout of Cincinnati. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Jason Bay hit his seventh