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Man robs barmaid

Man robs barmaid YOUNGSTOWN -- A 29-year-old barmaid at Avalon Gardens, 1719 Belmont Ave., was


DONATION Farrell school district receives $20,080 from former teacher

Pedas has given the district more than $430,000 in 35 years. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON


MISS AMERICA PAGEANT Area contestant appreciates show of support

A sponsor took some of the guesswork out of choosing a swimsuit. By LAURA FARR VINDICATOR


"Let me be very clear. I support the Second Amendment. I've been a hunter all my life. But I don't

Opinion: "Let me be very clear. I support the Second Amendment. I've been a hunter all my life. But I don't


HOW WE SEE THEM Vindicator football rankings

BIG SCHOOLS (Div. I-III) 1. Warren Harding (3-0), vs. Cardinal Mooney. This Steel Valley


Anti-consolidation

Anti-consolidation HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Hermitage Citizens Against Consolidation will have a meeting


Miss McLaughlin, Zack Ensign to wed Oct. 30

XBOARDMAN -- The engagement of Sharon Theresa McLaughlin, 731 Cheriwood Court, and Zack Edward


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NFL Victory boosts Browns

Expectations are higher after the season-opening win. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


Scrappers are champs

Mahoning Valley won its first New York-Penn League championship with a 4-2 victory. By BRIAN


LEADERS

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49ERS Dorsey will start in place of Rattay

The former Miami quarterback filled in during the Atlanta game. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) --


Guilty plea in burglary

Guilty plea in burglary WARREN -- A 28-year-old city man pleaded guilty to a charges related to


Rioting forces U.N. to evacuate 38 employees in Herat, Afghanistan

WASHINGTON POST HERAT, Afghanistan -- The United Nations evacuated 38 foreign employees from this


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RYDER CUP 12-man European team arrives with trophy to challenge Americans

The Europeans will try to retain the Ryder Cup against a strong U.S. team. BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP,


STEELERS Return of running game has its upside

Former YSU player Russell Stuvaints was activited from the practice squad. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The


BOARDMAN TRUSTEES | Regular meeting

Township trustees met Monday and authorized: Purchase of replacement radios for the fire


DUI CHECKPOINT Liberty robbery suspects captured

Officers were operating a DUI checkpoint less than a half-mile from the scene. By SHERRI L.


STEEL INDUSTRY Legal battle for WCI's ownership still goes on

Closing arguments in the WCI bankruptcy case are set for Oct. 7. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


MRDD board-staff contract talks are scheduled

YOUNGSTOWN -- Contract talks are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Wednesday and 1:30 p.m. Thursday between


In training, they toast anniversary

On Howard and Lillian Divelbiss' 50th wedding anniversary, they celebrated with more than 200


TRUMBULL COUNTY COURT Man who shot himself in cruiser gets 5 years' probation for burglary

The defendant was also ordered to stay out of Newton Falls. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR


HOW HE SEES IT Russia's vote on Kyoto treaty is revealing

Opinion: By DENNIS T. AVERY KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- The Russian Academy of Sciences is saying


OHIO SUPREME COURT Bar association, groups create guide for voters

The groups' effort is designed to make voters more informed. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


Panel urges countries to restore water quality

ASSOCIATED PRESS Despite improvements in recent decades, the Great Lakes remain a dumping ground


GEORGE F. WILL Kerry's positions give Bush an edge

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- After two testosterone-charged conventions, try to remember that three years ago there


Appeals court reverses an inexplicable ruling

Opinion: Richard D. Goldberg of Youngstown, once a leading malpractice lawyer in the state of Ohio and now an


TRUMBULL COUNTY Number of syphilis cases is up in city

Some of those who may have been exposed haven't been located or contacted. WARREN -- There's been


CLOTHING COMMANDMENTS Over-50 dos and don'ts

Brenda Kinsel, a San Francisco-based fashion consultant and author of "Brenda's Bible: Escape


STUDY Gambling linked to better health in older Americans

Some psychologists questioned the results. UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) -- It's Friday at the Mohegan


Fashion-friendly labels prove to be best bets

Designers and brands claim to be friendly to women of all ages. While advertising campaigns rarely


COSTLY PRESCRIPTIONS Study: Many don't reveal they skimp on meds

Speaking up about problems affording medication can help, experts say. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE


HOW HE SEES IT Diplomacy needed in dealing with Iran

Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS When it comes to national security, the elephant in


MAHONING COUNTY With Ivan on the way, library officials aren't taking chances with flooding

Officials are hoping to be proactive in fighting the flooding. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR


AROUND THE HORN | Monday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 9, Blue Jays 1 TORONTO -- Bruce Chen pitched his first complete game for


SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK | From Troy, N.Y.

Team support: Members of the Scrappers' front office made the seven-hour drive to Tri-City. Included


Recognizing 'partners' for benefits has consequences

Opinion: Recognizing 'partners' for benefits has consequences EDITOR: The Vindicator of Sept. 10


TRUMBULL COUNTY Safety force numbers are down

Budget was stretched thin before new hires. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN


MSNBC 'Hardball' tactics increase ratings

Some of Chris Matthews' interviews have rankled Bush supporters. NEW YORK (AP) -- It certainly


HELOISE Hints help make better use of debit cards

Dear Readers: With debit/credit cards so popular these days, I thought I would share some important


Parents announce Pratt-Beeghly engagement

XBESSEMER, Pa. -- Joel and Mary Jane Beeghly, Shiloh Farm, 358 Trotter Road, are announcing the


SOAP SCOOP Daytime TV news

MARY BETH EVANS MOVES: Mary Beth Evans, who has played Sierra on "As the World Turns" without much


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NATIONAL LEAGUE Next stop for Bonds: Milwaukee

The San Francisco Giants slugger is one home run shy of 700. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry Bonds


RALEIGH, N.C. Wolfpack are healthier for rematch with Ohio St.

The Buckeyes beat North Carolina State last year in triple overtime, 44-38. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) --


MAKE-A-WISH Restaurant plans fund-raiser meal

MERCER, Pa. -- The Springfield Restaurant Group expects to surpass the $200,000 mark in


Pitcher delivers in the clutch

Justin Hoyman got a strikeout with the bases loaded to keep the Scrappers' lead. By BRIAN


NASCAR Darlington may be in limelight

ASSOCIATED PRESS Darlington Raceway president Chris Browning wasn't a fan of NASCAR's new


SCRAPPERS ARE CHAMPS UNSTOPPABLE! Amazing comeback completed

The Scrappers lived up to their name. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF TROY, N.Y. --


TRUMBULL COUNTY Landfill lawsuit adds Warren

The lawsuit contends the city was negligent in letting noxious odors accumulate. By DENISE DICK


Rap artists, U2 make Rock Hall nominee list

NEW YORK (AP) -- Grandmaster Flash & amp; the Furious Five are among the nominees for the Rock


Ohio

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-3-4 Pick 4, 8-0-8-7 Buckeye 5, 9-24-28-30-36 Day drawings:


TRUMBULL COUNTY Educator to lead wetlands walks

HOWLAND -- Local environmental education educator Brice Harris will lead wetlands walks into the


BANKRUPTCY COURT US Airways tells judge it intends to rebound

The airline looks to slash costs, but its unions are resisting. WASHINGTON POST US Airways Group


BRIDAL SHOP Wedding World sets dress pickup days

The store is expected to be open for at least two days. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF


STACY DRIVE State offers money to prevent flooding

There's not enough money to solve all the flooding problems, the mayor said. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


REUNIONS

XCampbell Memorial Class of 1954 will have an informal brunch at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Manor House


TRUMBULL COUNTY Keep our 911 center, Liberty residents urge

Township trustees don't have all the data from county 911 for a decision. By TIM YOVICH


HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL Tobey helps Hubbard defeat Newton Falls to remain unbeaten

The Eagles registered their third win in the TAC to share the lead with LaBrae. NEWTON FALLS --


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'Dog's Life' game offers little to sit up for

By JOHN GAUDIOSI SPECIAL TO WASHINGTON POST Video games have featured such critters as


School board names new principal for Artman

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The principal at Jamestown Elementary School will become the principal at the


Businessman, city reach compromise on buildings

SHARON, Pa. -- The city and businessman James E. Winner Jr. have reached a compromise on the fate of


DOWNTOWN ARENA City faces trouble spots with bids

The city is left with no paving proposals if it awards separate contracts. By ROGER G. SMITH


TRUMBULL COUNTY Firefighters, Girard administration settle grievances on scheduling

Three firefighters will be scheduled per shift, as the contract says. GIRARD -- City firefighters


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Annual physical was fine, but he still got Viagra

Dear Annie: My 70-year-old husband recently had his annual physical. His report came back perfect.


OFFICE RENT Trustees OK 3-year lease for county Green Team

The township is seeking additional tenants for the building. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


FASHIONS Over 50: All grown up, and nothing to wear

Fashion-conscious older women find matronly style distressing. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


PENNSYLVANIA Windmill starts moving, strikes crane, kills man

The victim had just finished his work on the windmill. SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) -- A windmill


ROUNDUP | News and notes

Lions: Wide receiver Charles Rogers will miss the rest of the season after breaking his collarbone


TERRORISM Israel offers help to Russia in improving security

Israel is waiting on Russia to accept its offer of cooperation. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israel has sent


COLUMBIANA CO. Salem GOP chief: Back joint fire district

The chairman said people should support the people they elect to public office. By NANCY TULLIS


NATION

NATION Delphi closes Mich. facility DETROIT -- The closing of a Delphi Corp. factory in Michigan


PRODIGY With first album in 8 years, band aims to re-create fire

The band's proud that one of their controversial videos is still mentioned. By MICHAEL HAMERSLY


ROAD IMPROVEMENTS Canfield Twp. paving stalls after trustee dissents

Five streets would be repaved if the plan goes forward. CANFIELD -- The township's paving program


Carolina's good fortune in 2003 doesn't carry over to this season

The Panthers lost their opener to the Packers, 24-14, and a key player to injury. CHARLOTTE, N.C.


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BOYS SOCCER MONDAY'S SCORES Badger 5, Warren Harding 2 LaBrae 2, Liberty 1 STATE POLL


SHARON SPEEDWAY Officials to decide on zone change

The racetrack was around before zoning. HARTFORD -- The township zoning commission will decide


Still locked out at RMI, workers run radio ads

WEATHERSFIELD -- Locked-out workers at RMI Titanium are taking to the airwaves in their battle with


SOCCER LaBrae's Peterson scores in 2-1 win

Badger's girls drilled Liberty, 8-0, while West Branch beat Boardman. LIBERTY -- Blaine Peterson


Two years too late

Opinion: Washington Post: Navy Secretary Gordon R. England announced last week that the newly established


NATION More motorcycles hit road as price of gas remains high

Harley-Davidson of Youngstown says its sales are 'awesome.' STAFF/WIRE REPORT LAKE GEORGE, N.Y.


Miss Rich to wed Nathan Testa in October ceremony

XBOARDMAN -- Raymond and Sharon Rich, 892 Squirrel Hill Drive, announce the engagement of their


MEETING Council grants time for condemned properties

The owner agreed to demolish the house at 244 E. Wood St. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF


HOCKEY Kiprusoff gives hope to Finland

The goalie will try to lead Finland past Canada in the World Cup tonight. TORONTO (AP) -- Miikka


Taft reappoints 2 Valley doctors to loan repayment advisory board

COLUMBUS -- Two Mahoning Valley men were reappointed Monday by Republican Gov. Bob Taft to the


YSU Enrollment rises, topping 13,000

Minority enrollment also has increased. By JULIE A. WAGNER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN


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Flood damage awes Strickland

The congressman hopes some of the $2 billion Congress just approved is for Ohio. By NANCY TULLIS


'Oprah' audience members each go home with a car

'Oprah' audience members each go home with a car CHICAGO -- In addition to advice, encouragement


Today is Tuesday, Sept. 14, the 258th day of 2004. There are 108 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, Sept. 14, the 258th day of 2004. There are 108 days left in the year. On this date


German audience reacts positively to film on Hitler

The film shows the Nazis from a German perspective. MUNICH, Germany (AP) -- A movie that taps the