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Dr. Phil gives parenting advice in prime time
Celebrities will add their insights in the CBS special. ZAP2IT.COM Whatever the particulars of
REVIEW Likable stars serve up predictable 'Wimbledon' script
The happy couple first meet when he walks in on her showering. By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP
So where does Guard story go from here?
Opinion: By MICHAEL J. BUGEJA SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE AMES, Iowa -- As director of a school of
Florida youth denies violating probation terms
Florida youth denies violating probation terms FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Lionel Tate, the teen
Committee unveils 65th route revision
The latest version of the proposed bike path would run about 4.7 miles. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ryan J. Bodine, 27, of Lyndhurst, and Melanie Ginnis, 28, of
IRS targets churches that allow candidates to speak to congregants
Both major political parties use churches to reach voters. ST. PETERSBURG TIMES TAMPA, Fla. --
Doctor does the right thing
When Steven Covey, author of "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People," did the interviews for
MAHONING COUNTY Leaders work at solving area's flooding problems
Flood control is a regional issue, community leaders agree. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Trustees, police chief added to suit alleging paddling
Offers to settle lawsuits in July were rejected. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
VA medical center plans POW/MIA observance
VA medical center plans POW/MIA observance BUTLER, Pa. -- The Department of Veterans Affairs
Reader has no relish for mustard
Q. Some time ago I read about a common kitchen condiment that was supposed to be good for severe leg
TERRORISM Report: Chechens bribed airline worker
The airline employee and an intermediary have been arrested. MOSCOW (AP) -- Russian authorities
Erotic Museum inducts Hefner, who donates pj's
Erotic Museum inducts Hefner, who donates pj's LOS ANGELES -- So when are pajamas worthy of a
Holmes' dedication leads to stellar start
The sophomore wideout is committed to staying in school through next year. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Wide
Network will review Walters' '20/20' years
The interviewer asks the tough questions. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS NEW YORK -- Barbara Walters has
Township receives grant from OPWC to repair culvert
One company criticized the way the contract was awarded. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
HOW HE SEES IT So what did happen to Zell?
Opinion: By PHILIP GAILEY ST. PETERSBURG TIMES When Democrats are not denouncing Zell Miller as a traitor
Storm leaves 12 dead after hitting the coast
Ivan remains a Category 1 hurricane after landfall. GULF SHORES, Ala. (AP) -- Hurricane Ivan
49ERS QB Dorsey silencing skeptics
The former Miami standout will get his first start Sunday. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- Most NFL
911 system to include cell-phone mapping
The 911 system is expected to be up and running by the end of next year. LISBON -- A
Trumbull County hirings reveal skewed priorities
Opinion: It's a good thing that Trumbull County voters aren't being asked to approve a county sales tax in
Polls show Israelis upbeat but cautious
JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israelis celebrated the Jewish New Year with festive family meals after sundown
Directors elect Gary Roberts to be president and CEO
Roberts is only the 12th president in the bank's 140-year history. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- The board of
Season-ticket sales, contributions increase over 2003's
The executive director credited volunteers with the ticket drive's initial success. By GARRY CLARK
If you think money is root of all evil, give yours away
Opinion: If you think money is root of all evil, give yours away EDITOR: Every so often, out of the
Best Bets on TV tonight
"Survivor: Vanuatu" (8 p.m., CBS) is the ninth installment of the popular reality show, with the
LOTTERY RESULTS WEDNESDAY'S DRAWINGS
Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-2-0 Pick 4, 5-7-0-0 Buckeye 5, 12-13-17-23-29 Super Lotto Plus,
XJames and Denise (Ormond) Gordon of Van Nuys, Calif., announce the birth of their third daughter,
XJames and Denise (Ormond) Gordon of Van Nuys, Calif., announce the birth of their third daughter,
KATHRYN WORDEN | ANDREW BARINGER
XYOUNGSTOWN -- St. John's Episcopal Church was the setting at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 14 as Kathryn Worden
Term limits removed from ballot
Voters likely will see the term-limit item on next year's primary ballot. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
911 director recommends refusing Liberty
The director cited costs among other concerns. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
CLEVELAND Program pays tribute to Stiv Bators' legacy
The band's remaining members will play together onstage. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR
ON VIDEO New releases
SELECTED HOME-VIDEO RELEASES "Man on Fire" Denzel Washington is a wild and furious guy in Tony
AROUND THE HORN Wednesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 3, Royals 0 KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Javier Vazquez pitched New York to its
A shift in the storm spared New Orleans a direct hit.
A shift in the storm spared New Orleans a direct hit. GULF SHORES, Ala. (AP) -- Hurricane Ivan
Niles to lend speed trailer, chief says
Officials hope the trailer will reduce speeding. By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
School to get first-aid device
The fire department has donated the portable device. By ANTHONY NICK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
REMBRANDT Scientist: Artist had lazy eye
Other famous artists, including Winslow Homer, had misaligned eyes. ASSOCIATED PRESS Harvard
Guitarist, punk band's co-founder dies in LA
Of the four original band members, only one remains. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Johnny Ramone, guitarist
No trash talk, no love lost between AFC North rivals
The Steelers have won five of six in Baltimore's M & amp;T Bank Stadium. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
MAHONING COUNTY Sewer bills to increase for 5 years
Officials said the last increase was more than five years ago. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
Poland Twp. police probe burglaries
Police have suspects in mind. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND --
Copper wire theft
Copper wire theft WARREN -- Township police have arrested four people in the theft of copper wire
NL CENTRAL Pirates can't stop Cubs' home runs
Chicago took advantage of a shaky outing by Pittsburgh pitcher Oliver Perez. CHICAGO (AP) -- Sammy
Lockout begins; no end in sight
There is almost no chance the season will start as scheduled on Oct. 13. NEW YORK (AP) -- No
"If we get the kind of tidal surge they are saying, the fishing boats are all going to be in the
Opinion: "If we get the kind of tidal surge they are saying, the fishing boats are all going to be in the
BE SAFE, BUCKLE UP: Jamie McNally, left, quarterback and a captain on the Canfield High School football team, and Terry Johnson, a center and captain on the Poland High School football team, sign a
BE SAFE, BUCKLE UP: Jamie McNally, left, quarterback and a captain on the Canfield High School
WNBA ROUNDUP Wednesday's games
Sun 81, Sting 67 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Connecticut clinched a playoff spot for the second straight
Delta revises its annual report to reflect bankruptcy concerns
A Delta auditor expressed doubt about the airline's ability to continue. ATLANTA (AP) -- Delta Air
Boardman, Fitch split in league
Boardman defeated Lake but Fitch fell to Jackson in the Federal League. BOARDMAN -- Lauren Sirak
Buster Brown marks 100th year of putting shoes on kids' feet
Today's kids aren't that familiar with the brand. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Cross-marketing and multimedia
AWARDS Penn takes a different approach in embracing Hollywood stardom
Penn has skipped the Oscar ceremony in the past. TORONTO (AP) -- No fan of awards shows, Sean Penn
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'Survivor' star at mall
'Survivor' star at mall BOARDMAN -- Colby Donaldson of CBS' "Survivor: Australian Outback" and
Drug safety: cover-up
Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The Food and Drug Administration's most basic responsibility is to protect
Part of Civil War battlefield to be set aside as model
CHANCELLORSVILLE, Va. (AP) -- A portion of the battlefield where Gen. Robert E. Lee's outnumbered
Scenery in 'Sky Captain' makes up for tired plot
The monochromatic look makes this an arty serial. By JOE BALTAKE SACRAMENTO BEE The awesomely
National Zoo panda not pregnant, officials said
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The stork won't be visiting the National Zoo's pandas after all. Two weeks
Service rate rise sought
Rising construction costs and employee expenses contributed to the increase. SHARON, Pa. --
Fact-finding mission prompts the cancellation of debates
SHARON, Pa. -- U.S. Rep. Phil English's fact-finding trip to Iraq, Jordan and Germany has resulted
Mac is a hit in 'Mr. 3000'
The comedian brought his knowledge of baseball to the role. By HANH NGUYEN ZAP2IT.COM
Taft: Medicaid costs threaten other programs
The reimbursement formula pays nursing homes owners for empty beds. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio faces
Deli names sandwich after Beagle
Pageant contestants vied in casual and evening wear. By LAURA FARR VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY
NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY 1st--Pompeii Connection(Merri)3.603.00 2.20 Expresso Forte(T
Poland subdivision residents look for relief
Township officials are trying to address the problem. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
PA. HARNESS RACING On the final lap: Lawrence, Beaver counties await word on last license
One critic says the law appears to favor some racetrack owners over others. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR |Annie's Mailbox Mom has paid plenty for spoiling 'Quentin'
Dear Annie: I think I have the son from hell. "Quentin" is 33, lives out of state and goes to
Library buys property for bigger building
The library board will likely start a building plan by forming a foundation. By NANCY TULLIS
Court overturns jail sentence for club owner
YOUNGSTOWN -- The 7th District Court of Appeals has overturned a suspended jail sentence given to
Dementia poses a problem in voting
Who is competent to vote? There are no clear rules. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS PHILADELPHIA -- As
Police: Thieves have done other scams
One man distracted the victim while his partner took items from the home. YOUNGSTOWN -- City
U.N. leader calls Bush's invasion decision 'illegal'
A British official said the government disagrees with Kofi Annan's view. ASSOCIATED PRESS U.N.
For now, leave bad enough alone
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- The sad thing about all the gnashing of teeth and clashing of cymbals and demanding
BROWNS Green turning around career
The running back has made good decisions since last year's suspension. BEREA (AP) -- William Green
PREP PREVIEW This weekend's games
CANFIELD (3-0) VS. CHANEY (1-2) Game time: 7:30 p.m. Friday at Stambaugh Stadium Last meeting:
ALISON KOVACH | BRIAN BYO
XLOWELLVILLE -- Married during a private ceremony at 2 p.m. Aug. 28 at the village gazebo were
BRIDGE REPAIR Worker 'critical' after fall on the job
The construction supervisor is lucky to be alive, a federal safety official said. By WILLIAM K.
Scholarship event is set by sorority
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will hold its third
Today is Thursday, Sept. 16, the 260th day of 2004. There are 106 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Sept. 16, the 260th day of 2004. There are 106 days left in the year. On this
Elvis Costello shows his country and classical sides with new CDs
Costello has worked in the classical field before. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Two very different sides
REGION
REGION Company gets tax break WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners have approved tax breaks
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Resident continues fight over street name
A resident may pay for the change. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN --
Epsom salts is the secret to making curtains crisp
Dear Heloise: Please, please, may I have the secret to making my curtains crisp? I read it
Ivan wasn't the catastrophe many residents feared.
Ivan wasn't the catastrophe many residents feared. GULF SHORES, Ala. (AP) -- Hurricane Ivan
HIGHER EDUCATION Study: Nation gets an F in college affordability
Ohio does a mediocre job of preparing students for college, the study said. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS A
Storms' damage leads to call for claims adjusters
Decreasing fees have resulted in fewer independent claims adjusters. LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY Willing
Broussard sparks Tribe
His two-run double in the eighth helped Cleveland rally past Detroit, 5-3. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Ben
Fight over grass clippings
Fight over grass clippings BOARDMAN -- Police have charged a 56-year-old township man with
AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 5, TIGERS 3
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IRAQ Group grabs 2 Americans and 1 Briton
The U.N. secretary general said the American-led invasion of Iraq was illegal. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)
JOHNS HOPKINS Conjoined twin dies after separation surgery, other twin remains stable
Doctors are hopeful that Lea Block will recover. BALTIMORE (AP) -- One of the year-old conjoined
Country club scorns bid for sanction
An appeal is pending before the 7th District Court of Appeals. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Winter Fantasy," Move Over Broadway Productions, at Southwoods Commons Auditorium, 7601
ON THE ROAD AGAIN: Betty Smith, left, and Luain Graff, both of Wadsworth, relax on the running board of a 1930 Model A Ford, owned by Smith and her husband, Dale. Right, members of the Penn Ohio Model
ON THE ROAD AGAIN: Betty Smith, left, and Luain Graff, both of Wadsworth, relax on the running board
Controversy accompanies gospel-album nominee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Is Kanye West's "The College Dropout" a gospel album? The rapper-
All quiet at Nationwide Arena
The lockout will cost several young players who wanted to make the team. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
Elzy's yardage piling up
The Warren JFK running back has almost 900 yards in just three games. By JOHN BASSETTI
FBI asks for tips about robbery
The robber passed a note to the teller demanding cash. YOUNGSTOWN -- The FBI asks that anyone with
MISS AMERICA Deli names sandwich after Beagle
Contestants vied in casual and evening wear. By LAURA FARR VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT ATLANTIC
MERCER COUNTY COG delays decision on plan for parks, waits on study cost
The agency still wants part of a regional federal transit grant. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Nearly 25 years later, coach's legacy lives on
The Niles standout died in a tragic plane crash in January 1980. By CHIP ALEXANDER RALEIGH NEWS
West Nile cases drop for 2nd year
One expert cites the wet weather as a factor. ASSOCIATED PRESS The number of West Nile virus
Art show at McDonough features YSU alumni
It's easy to view the world through someone else's eyes at Youngstown State University McDonough
'Sims 2' incorporates a new layer of humanity
The sequel also added a new movie-making feature. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE Dina is a young woman
Q & amp;A | Christina Milian Why not reach for stars in movies and music?
ASSOCIATED PRESS Pop singers used to be pop singers, and actors used to be actors. Now that the
Sewer bills to increase for 5 years
Officials said the last increase was more than five years ago. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
GIANTS Barry Bonds remains at 699 homers
The slugger went hitless for the second straight game. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Felipe Alou wants Barry
Charges dismissed
There was no proof without the arresting officer's testimony, the judge said. CAMPBELL -- Charges
City council handled these items Wednesday:
City council handled these items Wednesday: Accepted the resignation of Clarence Boles, former 6th
BOXING 'Hungry' Hopkins favored
But Oscar De La Hoya said he's never wanted a fight more. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Oscar De La Hoya
Fantastic camera shots and sound make 'WWE' a game to reckon with
WASHINGTON POST A professional-wrestling game with a "story" mode seems somehow appropriate, but
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
CAMPBELL FIREFIGHTERS Clause causes council to reject SERB report
The unsettled contract with firefighters will go back to SERB. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR
INVESTIGATION Austintown police arrest 2 in burglary
AUSTINTOWN -- Police say they're working to determine whether two teens arrested on burglary charges
LAWRENCE COUNTY Mangino aims to halt jail drug use
Police chiefs are concerned about the jail's turning away prisoners. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Officials from FEMA to tour area
Two streets in Cortland were hardest hit. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
Suggs returns, questionable for Sunday
BEREA (AP) -- Wearing a neck collar for added protection, Browns running back Lee Suggs returned to
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POETRY Local writer, nurse brings 'Intensive Care' play to YSU
YOUNGSTOWN -- "Intensive Care," a play based on a set of poems by award-winning writer and
Q. Can you tell me why "Crossing Over With John Edward" was canceled? I looked forward to watching
Q. Can you tell me why "Crossing Over With John Edward" was canceled? I looked forward to watching
Focus on fashion
Focus on fashion k NEW YORK Fashion Week is a hype-driven, celebrity-centered series that's part
A summary of recent crime activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard:
A summary of recent crime activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Sept. 12 Theft:
Lowellville stops Campbell; Girard cruises past LaBrae
Lakeview and Brookfield also gained Trumbull Athletic Conference wins. CAMPBELL -- Kaitlin
Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers:
Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers: TRANSFERS
MEMORABILIA Custom made guitar of Cash's sells at auction
NEW YORK (AP) -- An abalone-inlaid acoustic guitar made for Johnny Cash sold for $131,200 on
DUI CASE Charges dropped against official after police officer fails to appear
There was no proof without the arresting officer's testimony, the judge said. By MARALINE KUBIK
MISS AMERICA FIRSTS
MISS AMERICA FIRSTS Since its inception in 1921, the nonprofit Miss America Organization has seen
Complaint filed against union
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County filed a complaint Wednesday with the State Employment Relations Board,
Young voters have power, author tells students
The group's short-term goal is to defeat President Bush. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
US Airways will take taxpayers for a ride
Opinion: By CHRISTOPHER ELLIOTT BALTIMORE SUN So long, US Airways. Now that the nation's seventh-
'The Benefactor' takes on reality TV
The show has spurred debate between the host and the Donald. LOS ANGELES TIMES HOLLYWOOD --