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Diocese will likely face no charges
The church will think it's above the law, said one victim who's now 45. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- After
MOVIES Middle-aged Bill Murray blooms in 'Broken Flowers'
By CHRIS HEWITT KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Bill Murray gets his "About Schmidt" moment in the
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AROUND THE HORN Wednesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 8, Royals 5 BOSTON -- Manny Ramirez hit his AL-leading 30th homer then
PA. COLLEGES Coaches strike poses questions
No one knows how a walkout would affect the season. BLOOMSBURG, Pa. (AP) -- One of the toughest
Pilot lands plane despite red alert
The flight data and voice recorders should provide clues, officials hope. TORONTO (AP) --
Pioneer Pollard receives respect
In 1921, he was professional football's first black head coach. ASSOCIATED PRESS Eleanor Pollard
Gonchar signs on with the Penguins
The top goal-scoring defenseman is the first big-name player to be added. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
TUESDAY'S GAMES
TUESDAY'S GAMES American League Seattle 4, Detroit 1 Boston 6, Kansas City 4 Cleveland 6,
Don't mistake it for policy
Opinion: San Jose Mercury News: President Bush and the Republican leadership in Congress finally got an
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Eagles: Notorious for their boorish behavior, many fans booed and some taunted All-Pro receiver
ARUBA Extensive searches turn up no clues for missing teen
The lead investigator is positive they will eventually crack this case. ORANJESTAD, Aruba (AP) --
MAHONING VALLEY Area mayor supports opposition to landfill
The health department has reviewed Total Waste Logistics' permit request. JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Fans of country music -- and country hunks -- will want to head to Cleveland's Gund Arena. 1 Center
Fans of country music -- and country hunks -- will want to head to Cleveland's Gund Arena. 1 Center
Disguised militants attack Afghani soldiers
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) -- Some 2,000 Afghan security forces rushed to an eastern province Wednesday
PGA TOUR International yearns to find its niche
The event is currently held one week before the PGA Championship. CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (AP) -- Some
JOCELYN COLVIN EDWARD BOLLING JR.
JOCELYN COLVIN EDWARD BOLLING JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- Jocelyn Mon & eacute;e Colvin, daughter of
Extensive searches turn up no clues for missing teen
The lead investigator is positive they will eventually crack this case. ORANJESTAD, Aruba (AP) --
Doctor guilty of drug charge
WARREN -- A doctor who worked at a pain management clinic will spend two years on probation, pay a
NHL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Stars: Captain Mike Modano was re-signed to a contract Wednesday that likely would keep him with the
WEDNESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
WEDNESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS--Exercised their option on
WEEKLY OHIO REPORT
WEEKLY OHIO REPORT COLUMBUS (AP) -- The weekly fishing report provided by the Division of Wildlife
Poland softball team wins state LL crown
ENGLEWOOD -- Winning pitcher Jessica Rutana tossed a one-hitter, striking out seven batters, as the
Church cafe to present musical show
YOUNGSTOWN -- Universal Cafe of First Unitarian Church will present "A Mini-Showcase of musical
Congress to investigate Palmeiro
The Orioles' slugger is adament that he didn't know what caused the result. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Indians rearrange Boone's contract
His character contributed to the deal, Shapiro said. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Aaron Boone remembers the
TRUMBULL COUNTY Panel denies one request for CSB levy
One levy was expiring; the other still has time left. WARREN -- One of Trumbull County Children
SUNSHINE BARRON JAMES CRAVEN
SUNSHINE BARRON JAMES CRAVEN XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Sunshine Lynn Barron of Poland, a daughter of
Starbucks cafes to sell 'Gaslight 2' CD
By DAVID HINCKLEY NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Come Labor Day weekend, you will be able to walk into your
BASEBALL
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Experts develop exercise guide
Women's fitness levels seem to be lower than men's, a doctor says. NEW YORK (AP) -- For the first
THE VINDICATOR Guild OKs new pact; back-to-work issues remain
Issues of how union members return to work must be worked out. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS YOUNGSTOWN --
Will Bolton be a bull in the global China shop?
Opinion: In a move that defines political stubbornness and arrogance, President Bush bypassed the Senate and
Parisian doctors weigh in on French fetuses discovered in morgue
PARIS (AP) -- Investigators probing the shocking discovery of hundreds of fetuses and stillborn
SERS Former head accused of violations
He is charged with conflicts of interest and failing to properly report gifts. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Saudis swear their loyalty to new king
Newly instituted King Abdullah has already been de facto ruler for 10 years. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia
EASTLAKE Def Leppard gets ready to rock as fans anticipate old favorites
There's a pretty simple reason why the band teamed up with Bryan Adams. By JOHN BENSON
HOW HE SEES IT King's death will strain U.S.-Saudi ties
Opinion: By AS'AD AbuKHALIL KNIGHT-RIDDER/TRIBUNE With the recent death of King Fahd of Saudi Arabia, the
MIDDLE EAST Saudis swear their loyalty to new king
Newly instituted King Abdullah has already been de facto ruler for 10 years. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia
Defender Berard is signed
The former Maple Leaf suffered a serious eye injury in 2000. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The Blue Jackets
CONVOCATION CENTER Out-of-state officials to visit arena
Officials in two cities asked Global how to fund proposed arenas. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
New addition is almost finished
The work is part of a $19 million effort to upgrade the university. KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR
It what they call good ol' southern hospilitality
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Just about everything on prime-time TV happens in New York or LA, with
RAPE Suspect faces hearing
The indictment says the sexual assaults began in 2000. YOUNGSTOWN -- A trial is tentatively set
ANNIE'S MAILBOX Make the family effort despite opinions
Dear Annie: I am a sophomore in college and have been dating "Andrew" for nearly six months. He
MAHONING CO. Canfield coach faces 11 counts of gambling
The school board will conduct its own investigation. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
ACLU files suit over rap ejection
The school expelled a student after he posted a threatening rap online. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
PATRICIA FIRE PAUL MURRAY
PATRICIA FIRE PAUL MURRAY XYOUNGSTOWN -- Exchanging vows June 25 in Our Lady of Mount Carmel
"Just before touching ground, it was all black in the plane."
Opinion: "Just before touching ground, it was all black in the plane." Passenger Olivier Dubois
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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HORSE RACING Hall of Fame jockey to end 32-year career
Pat Day won the 1992 Kentucky Derby on Lil E. Tee. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Hall of Fame jockey Pat
ECONOMY 'Jobs for Ohio' plan to appear on November ballot
The measure would allow the state to borrow hundreds of millions of dollars. By JEFF ORTEGA
Make the family effort despite opinions
Dear Annie: I am a sophomore in college and have been dating "Andrew" for nearly six months. He
Sampras, wife add a son; Stiller, wife do the same
Sampras, wife add a son; Stiller, wife do the same LOS ANGELES -- Pete Sampras and his wife,
WHAT'S NEXT FOR COACHES?
What's next for coaches? Football coaches in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference will be
CAL THOMAS Sen. Frist makes a grave mistake
Opinion: Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist made some fundamental mistakes in announcing his support of
Valley air reservists deploy for Middle East
VIENNA -- About two dozen members of the 910th Airlift Wing at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station
KIM CAMACCI MATT MILLER
KIM CAMACCI MATT MILLER XAUSTINTOWN -- Matt Miller, 2264 Woodridge Court, and his bride, the
Man robbed after ATM withdrawal
BOARDMAN -- A Melrose Avenue man told police he was robbed of $40 in cash early Wednesday as he sat
The governor spent the night with a family in the dairy cow barn.
The governor spent the night with a family in the dairy cow barn. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
X Games sees rift between skaters
The differences between vert and street skaters are causing a split among fans. LAKE FOREST,
COMEDY CENTRAL Departure of Chappelle spells doom for series
NEW YORK (AP) -- Time to face the facts: Dave Chappelle's hit Comedy Central series isn't coming
PONY SOFTBALL Tournament brings in big business
Next year's participants should have more options for local lodging. WARREN -- The local organizer
NATION
NATION Repair mission in space succeeds k WITH A GENTLE tug of his gloved right hand, Discovery
Thelma is going to the White House, sans Louise.
Thelma is going to the White House, sans Louise. By ROB OWEN SCRIPPS HOWARD BEVERLY HILLS,
Have a craving for chocolate? Don't use carob as a substitute
Q. I have heard that carob is a healthy substitute for chocolate. I don't like it as much, but if it
YOUNGSTOWN Work nearly complete for elementary school
Pupils could begin moving into the new Williamson Elementary School later this year. By SEAN
GIRARD Two men to appear in area court for unrelated indecency charges
HUBBARD -- Two men will soon appear in Girard court charged with public indecency in Hubbard. No
Schmidt wins by 4 percent
Many looked at the race for insight into next year's congressional elections. CINCINNATI (AP) --
RHABDOMYOSARCOMA Dealing with boy's cancer a group effort
The 5-year-old's family has received emotional and financial support. By MARY R. SMITH
Police officers march in protest of chief
NILES -- City police marched in front of their administration building Wednesday, saying they have
CRIME Assault suspects' van held rifle, antique coins
The rare coins have a value of about $1,000. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police
Ninth Irish festival is set at St. Maron's
YOUNGSTOWN -- The ninth annual Gathering of the Irish Clans Family Heritage Festival and Cultural
Man killed in Wayne vehicle collision
ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. -- A 39-year-old Ellwood City man was killed Tuesday evening when his vehicle
THE WB A badder Bugs, a darker Daffy may have a softer edge
LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY This fall, Bugs Bunny goes from pesky cottontail to tail-kicking superhero.
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Council approves pension bond
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City council has approved an $8 million pension bond that officials said will be
SCIENCE World's first cloned puppy, global controversy are born
Animal rights activists say inhumane treatment outweighs scientific benefits. WASHINGTON POST
Bradshaw predicts another good year
But the former Steelers quarterback says a 15-1 record won't happen again. LATROBE (AP) -- Terry
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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HELOISE Here's an easy solution to storing beads
Dear Heloise: I use small beads and sequins for craft projects and found that plastic zip-top bags
Grief widens in Brook Park Latest attack kills 14 reservists from Northeast Ohio battalion
The residents of Brook Park are devastated by the tragedy, many of them knowing somebody who was
Theater drops production about KKK rally
STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. (AP) -- A theater in this Atlanta suburb scrapped plans for a play about an
NESHANNOCK TOWNSHIP Officials under the gun to secure a contractor
PennDOT placed a deadline on the emergency sewer project. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Neshannock
MINOR LEAGUES
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STATE GOVERNMENT Taft begins push for development bonds
Despite scandals, Taft is hard at work promoting a technology initiative. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov.
Cable plans to carry televised version of Stern's show
NEW YORK (AP) -- It's not just on radio that Howard Stern will be testing out a new technology.
Shot fired into house
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police said that someone fired a shot into a home in the 1800 block of Stewart Avenue.
ELIZABETH WILKES STEVEN JOHNSON
ELIZABETH WILKES STEVEN JOHNSON XYOUNGSTOWN -- The Rev. John Horner officiated as Elizabeth Lynne
Today is Thursday, Aug. 4, the 216th day of 2005. There are 149 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Thursday, Aug. 4, the 216th day of 2005. There are 149 days left in the year. On this date
Movies show Southerners in negative light
people everywhere embrace its values. 'In the Heat of the Night' showed a modern South in which
COURT Nurse faces drug counts
A former McDonald village clerk is accused of taking $1,200 from the village. WARREN -- A nurse
NBA Allen inks $85 million pact, stays in Seattle
He talked with the Cavs, Hawks and Clippers before signing for five years. ASSOCIATED PRESS Ray
Both vulnerable. South deals.
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HOW HE SEES IT The high cost of being comfortable
Opinion: By PAUL C. CAMPOS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE The good people at Forbes.com have just produced
PNC PARK Eldred doubles pleasure for struggling Bucs
His three extra-base hits helped led the Pirates' comeback win. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh
WOMEN'S HEALTH Experts develop exercise guide
Women's fitness levels seem to be lower than men's, a doctor says. NEW YORK (AP) -- For the first
CLEVELAND 'Chicago' is one show always in tune with times
The success of the movie has helped fill seats for the live production. By JOHN BENSON
The defendant's mother burst into tears when the bond was announced.
The defendant's mother burst into tears when the bond was announced. YOUNGSTOWN -- Bond for
Where's the outrage over Exxon's profits?
Opinion: By MARTIN SCHRAM SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Today's lesson on How Washington Really Works, But
FRANCE Parisian doctors weigh in on French fetuses discovered in morgue
PARIS (AP) -- Investigators probing the shocking discovery of hundreds of fetuses and stillborn
TODAY
TODAY 10 a.m. (GC) Golf: Johnny Walker Championship. 12:10 p.m. (WBBW-AM 1240) Baseball: Padres
Ohio native John Legend lifts listeners with soul
The rising R & amp;B singer is wowing audiences with his down-to-earth persona. SPRINGFIELD,
Coaches strike poses questions
No one knows how a walkout would affect the season. BLOOMSBURG, Pa. (AP) -- One of the toughest
Bob Dylan's concert revival turns up in unlikely spots
On this tour, Dylan often plays keyboard for an entire show, standing at the edge of the stage. By
Allen inks $85 million pact, stays in Seattle
He talked with the Cavs, Hawks and Clippers before signing for five years. ASSOCIATED PRESS Ray
NORTHFIELD RESULTS
NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY 1st--Cg's Paydirt (Sturgeon)9.802.402.20 Up Front Danny Boy (A
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Milton Township trustee special meeting, 9 a.m., town hall. Topic is hiring of
ON THE FAIRWAYS \ This weekend's events
PGA TOUR The International Castle Rock, Colo. Schedule: Today-Sunday Course: Castle Pines Golf
HOCKEY Gonchar signs on with the Penguins
The top goal-scoring defenseman is the first big-name player to be added. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Them good ol' boys, Bo and Luke, are back in the big-
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PAN AM CLIPPER CONNECTION Federal finance probe requested
VIENNA -- U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan says he doesn't want a repeat of the Pan Am mess at the local airport