News for September 2, 2004

CALIFORNIA Error led man to think he had HIV for 8 years

The 57-year-old patient is relieved but angry. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE SAN FRANCISCO -- For

DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene Get in tune with local bands

Perhaps you've read the names of local bands in our Where to Go calendar, but you just don't know

IRAN U.S. plans to seek U.N. Security Council sanctions

There is evidence of nuclear activities, diplomats said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Secretary of State

'Adult Swim' cartoons get on-campus publicity

Recruiters target college students to market the cartoons. ATLANTA (AP) -- Talking meatballs and

After 10 years, McGraw's hits show no signs of stopping

His latest single has spent eight weeks at No. 1 this summer. By JOHN GEROME ASSOCIATED PRESS

KOBE BRYANT TRIAL Accuser drops criminal case after months of gaffes

The district attorney said he was confident Bryant would have been convicted. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) --

Site preparation to begin for Austintown Middle School

The lobby will have a symbolic colonnade featuring principles of citizenship. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY As Cavalier production nears end, model's sales drop

GM and Ford reported sales declines in August. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS Sales of the Chevrolet

WESTERN PA. State police arrest 17 illegal aliens in three days

MERCER, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police picked up another 17 illegal aliens in Mercer County over

An annual event in Canfield that never seems to get old

Opinion: Mahoning County has few institutions that are as enduring as the one going on now, the Canfield

INDEPENDENTS

NOTRE DAME 2003: 5-7 overall. Coach: Tyrone Willingham: At Notre Dame: 15-10, 2 years; Overall:

PREP PREVIEW Weekend football

CHANEY (0-1) vs. CANAL FULTON NORTHWEST (1-0) Game time: 7:30 p.m. Friday at Northwest High

"No American president wants to go to war."

Opinion: "No American president wants to go to war." First lady Laura Bush Speaking at the Republican

STEELERS No looking back for running back Parker

The former North Carolina player has given Pittsburgh's running game a boost. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

NOTRE DAME Fighting Irish will be fighting for respectability

Alumni and fans are breathing down coach Ty Willingham's neck. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Will

Blasts rock area by school, hostages

A night of negotiations with the militants ended up with no resolution yet. BESLAN, Russia (AP) --

AROUND THE HORN Wednesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 12, Angels 7 BOSTON -- Kevin Millar homered and drove in four runs, and

ELLEN GOODMAN This NYC show is pure fiction

Opinion: NEW YORK -- All in all, the best route to the biggest show in town is to walk down Broadway. You

SCHOOLS Boards OK borrowing for projects

Hermitage officials also approved new teacher and service worker contracts. Both the Hermitage and

* "Legends of Motown" stars The Temptations, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas and The Marvelettes

All 'Astro Boy' versions are not created equal

The Game Boy Advance model beats the PlayStation 2 version. By MATT SLAGLE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Valley delegates say they anticipate a strong address from the president

Delegates expect the president to make a good case for his re-election. By DAVID SKOLNICK

HOW HE SEES IT The unreal face of the Grand Old Party

Opinion: By MARTIN SCHRAM SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Pay no attention to that elephant behind the

PLAYSTATION 2 In 'Hot Shots Golf Fore!' Sony captures essence of the game

This just might help your real golf game. By BILL HUTCHENS TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE I think the

REGION

REGION Stoneridge selects Mallak as chief financial offer HOWLAND -- Stoneridge has named Joseph

McCoy mixes it up in set -- and you gotta love that

Joey Shamp of Canfield was Neal McCoy's opening act. By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

CONEY ISLAND Freak shows still fascinate audiences 100 years later

Live-performing freaks seem to have an enduring appeal. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS NEW YORK -- It

MAHONING COUNTY Ex-Sheriff Chance loses bid for release

The motion was based on a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME

PATRICIA C. SYAK | Symphony Notes Three Broadway musicals will make stops at Powers

Three national touring musicals are scheduled for the 2004-05 Broadway Series at Powers Auditorium

KERRY CAMPAIGN Swift boat vet defends Purple Heart assertion

The retired admiral contends he had no reason to hurt Kerry. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS A retired

Staying right on the money

When it comes to tracking cash, the best person to count on is a banker. By MARALINE KUBIK

First phase of removal set to begin for dam

GROVE CITY, Pa. -- A dam across Wolf Creek originally built to turn grist mills along the bank will

PREP VOLLEYBALL Spartans even record; Canfield stays perfect

Springfield earned wins over Poland and Columbiana. BOARDMAN -- April Melquist scored 14 points,

Fall TV preview

Fall TV preview k MATT LEBLANC, reprising his role of Joey from NBC's "Friends," is among many

GOP CONVENTION Bush speech to aim for connection with Americans

A centerpiece for Bush is an 'ownership society.' CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR NEW YORK -- Right

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

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BIG 12 CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

NORTH COLORADO 2003: 5-7 overall; 3-5 Big 12 (T-4th, North). Coach: Gary Barnett: At Colorado:

MAHONING COUNTY Health board warns consumers about illegal plumbing business

The man is not licensed to do plumbing work in Mahoning County. AUSTINTOWN -- The Mahoning County

TERRORISM Fears in rural America

In Irvine, Ky., fears stem from a depot that stores mustard and nerve gases. CHICAGO TRIBUNE

RUSSIA Militants at school release 31 hostages

One official said 16 people had been killed, while another said it was seven. BESLAN, Russia (AP)

INDIANS El Duque steps up, helps N.Y. recover

Hernandez held the Tribe to one run and three hits in seven innings. NEW YORK (AP) -- The

SOUTH BEND Durkin learning as Irish assistant

The Boardman native is in his second season of coaching at Notre Dame. By JOHN BASSETTI

PREP FOOTBALL STANDINGS &amp; amp; SCHEDULE

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LAWRENCE COUNTY JAIL Same drug charges to be refiled

An inmate did not have an attorney for the hearing. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU

Man charged in killing dog to retaliate for eviction

Man charged in killing dog to retaliate for eviction TOOELE, Utah -- A man has been accused of

FBI Probe of secrets leaked to Israel is 2 years old and has broad scope

The FBI probes whether highly classified information was passed to Israel. WASHINGTON POST

Nation building take time

Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: "I must remind you again that this process is a very difficult one. Building

BRIDGE

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COLUMBIANA CO. FLOOD ODOT expects Route 45 to reopen in October

The damage estimate in Columbiana County has reached $10 million. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR

G'S GOLDEN GATE Restaurant will reopen after outbreak

People have been calling to reschedule their banquets, an attorney says. By DENISE DICK

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Campbell's remodeled stadium is jewel on the hill

The 1936-built stadium has undergone a $2.8 million renovation. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS

TRUMBULL COUNTY REVENUE Taking over department will mean rise in '05 shortfall, figures show

Commissioner Tsagaris disputes the auditor's office's figures. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR

GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Noxzema can soothe hemorrhoids

Q. I enjoy reading about Noxzema in your column. I have used this product on my hemorrhoids for

MS CONSULTANTS McDonald council votes to pay old bill

Two councilmen didn't want to pay a bill from the state auditor's office. McDONALD -- Some old

GEORGIA Old house is razed by accident

The owner said no amount of money will compensate. CUMMING, Ga. (AP) -- Three generations of James

ABC Smits to get own series

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Jimmy Smits will return to ABC to star in his own series and produce other shows

TRUMBULL COUNTY Attorney's ex-manager faces charge

The attorney said he never received the money from his office manager. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

BROWNS Garcia said leadership role was reason for comments

The quarterback said his complaints were meant to be constructive. BEREA (AP) -- Jeff Garcia isn't

CONVENTION BUREAU Board makes plans despite lack of funding

The board will hear a proposal to merge with a local film commission. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR

COLLEGE FOOTBALL YSU set to open its 64th season

The Penguins will play host to Slippery Rock tonight at Stambaugh Stadium. By PETE MOLLICA

Today is Thursday, Sept. 2, the 246th day of 2004. There are 120 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, Sept. 2, the 246th day of 2004. There are 120 days left in the year. On this date

CIVIL WAR RELIC Storms cut short search for 1st sub

Still, researchers are pleased with progress in the search for the Alligator. SCRIPPS HOWARD

CAL THOMAS Hatred of the president runs deep

Opinion: NEW YORK -- Given the "welcome" he is receiving from demonstrators and other keepers of the liberal

CITY COUNCIL Officials reflect on Boles situation

A Vindicator questionnaire asks candidates about criminal acts. By PATRICIA MEADE and ROGER G.

BIG 12 PREVIEW Oklahoma has veteran blockers

Coach Bob Stoops' Sooners haven't lost much from last year's squad. ASSOCIATED PRESS NORMAN,

MDA Lewis, celebrities return for telethon

The effort raised $60.5 million last year. Jerry Lewis and friends will keep a Labor Day weekend

NATION Study shows food in grocery stores is tainted with toxins

Scientists don't know how the chemicals get into the food. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON

STRIP-SEARCHES Cleveland-area lawyer to review Warren cases

It is not known when the special prosecutor will begin working on the cases. By PEGGY SINKOVICH

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN Kerry says Bush's lack of planning has aided terrorists

Kerry told veterans that Bush ignored the advice of his military advisers. LOS ANGELES TIMES

Escaped tiger eludes capture by soldiers and deputy sheriffs

FORT POLK, La. (AP) -- A Bengal tiger on the loose in the thick brush surrounding an Army base is

TELEVISION Q &amp; amp;A

Q. We are long-time viewers of "Louis Rukeyser's Wall Street." What is going on in regard to his

MAHONING COUNTY Officials offer help to avoid flooding

Participants must be a customer of the county's metropolitan sewer district. By BOB JACKSON

PAC-10 CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

ARIZONA 2003: 2-10 overall; 1-7 Pac-10 (T-9th). Coach: Mike Stoops: First year as head coach.

NOTEBOOK U.S. Open

Medalists bow out: Olympic medals weren't worth much Wednesday. On the men's side of the draw, No.

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Temperatures affect farmers' crops

Crops survived the recent storms, but need higher temperatures to grow well. By NANCY TULLIS

Happy Hearts in Croatia

Many people would like to take their children to the place their grandparents or great-grandparents

INDEPENDENT CAMPAIGN Nader fails in efforts to be on ballots in Texas, Oregon

Nader called the ballot-barring 'American fascism.' KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- In a

LINEUPS YSU vs. Slippery Rock

YOUNGSTOWN STATE OFFENSE RT -- (68) PAT WALKER (6-5, 300, Soph.); (64) Matt Kishman (6-3, 273,

Ohio

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-7-0 Pick 4, 8-7-0-1 Buckeye 5, 4-9-19-25-28 Super Lotto Plus,

JOHN KNAPICK FIELD Campbell's remodeled stadium: A jewel on the hill

The 1936-built stadium has undergone a $2.8 million renovation. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS

CANFIELD FAIR

CANFIELD FAIR Coming attractions Today: Antique tractor parade and old-fashioned farm equipment

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HOW HE SEES IT Kerry's gaffes remind voters of fickle nature of Dem's nominee

Opinion: By E. THOMAS McCLANAHAN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Time has played a strange trick on John Kerry,

MOVIE 'Ella Enchanted' DVD will delight viewers

Anne Hathaway stars as always-obedient Ella. By NANCY CHURNIN DALLAS MORNING NEWS In a year

AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "Brighton Beach Memoirs." Youngstown Playhouse, 600 Playhouse Lane (off Glenwood Avenue),

Shippensburg is pick for PSAC West crown

Bloomsburg is favored to repeat as the PSAC East champion. ASSOCIATED PRESS Shippensburg

N.M. court rules against Val Kilmer in tax case

N.M. court rules against Val Kilmer in tax case SANTA FE, N.M. -- The state court of appeals has

Study: Mammogram lowers risk of developing cancer elsewhere

SCRIPPS HOWARD Women who have breast cancer detected by a mammogram run less risk of having cancer

McKelvey is doing what the Democrats are not

Opinion: McKelvey is doing what the Democrats are not EDITOR: Youngstown Mayor George M. McKelvey, a

TRUMBULL COUNTY Boy's drowning death in '03 leads to a lawsuit by father

The suit is seeking more than $25,000 in damages. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

YSU Police end policy on vehicle entries

The ACLU had threatened legal action if the practice wasn't halted. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR

MOVIE REVIEW Drug mules' plight is focus of 'Maria'

The movie is about desperate choices. By CHRIS VOGNAR DALLAS MORNING NEWS We've seen tales of

NESHANNOCK TOWNSHIP Bryan China's unemployed can seek federal benefits

About 70 workers were laid off. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Unemployed workers from Bryan China are

POLITICAL SENSITIVITY QUOTIENT PQ index tracks buzzwords that sweep nation

The company releases a top 20 list every month. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WALNUT CREEK, Calif. --

U.S. OPEN Tennis stars not turning heads

Jennifer Capriati and Lleyton Hewitt aren't getting the attention they used to, but they're winning.

INDICTMENTS Trumbull County

The grand jury indicted these people: Aaron A. Griffin, 21, Lakewood Avenue, Youngstown,

TOP 10

TOP 10 Familiar phrases According to the Danville, Calif.-based Global Language Monitor, here

MAHONING COUNTY Board warns about plumbing business

AUSTINTOWN -- The Mahoning County District Board of Health has issued a consumer advisory concerning

STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)4821.696-- Scrappers (Indians)3934.53411 Batavia

MIDDLE EAST Israeli forces attack Gaza refugee camp

Palestinian suicide bombers blew up buses before the attack. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- Israeli

ARIZONA Stoops: Linebackers require experience

Of the Wildcats' 10 linebackers, only two have Division I-A game experience. ARIZONA DAILY STAR

NY-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers lose game, but don't lose ground

Hudson Valley has a one game lead in the wild card standings. WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. -- Although

IRAQ Bodies of 2 Turks, 1 other discovered

A U.S. airstrike targeted an alleged militant safe house in Fallujah. SAMARRA, Iraq (AP) -- The

Free Fun Nights in Sharon

Free Fun Nights in Sharon SHARON, Pa. -- Shenango Valley Sashayers are offering Free Fun Nights

WIRELESS NETWORK Philadelphia freedom

The city would like to offer free wireless Internet service for all residents and guests.

PREP SOCCER Bowlen guides Fitch past Perry

AUSTINTOWN -- Jodi Bowlen scored three goals to pace Austintown Fitch High past Massillon Perry 10-1

PERRY TOWNSHIP Salem reviews pact for fire district

A proposed pact would bar most annexations from the township for 12 years. By D.A. WILKINSON

PIRATES Craig Wilson's home run gives Bucs new life

Milwaukee's Dan Kolb experienced a rarity -- blowing a save opportunity. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The

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