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There are other views of the Canfield flooding problem
Opinion: There are other views of the Canfield flooding problem EDITOR: This letter is to correct errors
City pastor to throw kids' outreach event
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Rev. Dwight Dumas, senior pastor of Fifth Avenue Community Church, will host "The
Today is Thursday, Aug. 18, the 230th day of 2005. There are 135 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, Aug. 18, the 230th day of 2005. There are 135 days left in the year. On this date
Mother's question too tough for Bush
Opinion: Cindy Sheehan is right to be furious. Camped out in Crawford, Texas, with several other mothers
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Health Center Matthew and Jennifer O'Rock, North Jackson, girl, Aug. 16.
Council approves refinancing bond issue
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City council has given its approval on a $6.8 million bond issue to refinance
YSU loaded in backfield
By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN - Youngstown State football coach Jon Heacock
TRUMBULL COUNTY Commissioners agree on senior citizen levy
A legal opinion told commissioners they had to act on the library levy. HOWLAND -- Trumbull County
SGA encourages students to attend classes
Student government leaders want a quick end to the nonfaculty strike. By DAVID SKOLNICK
'THE 40-YEAR-OLD VIRGIN'
'THE 40-YEAR-OLD VIRGIN' sss Written by: Judd Apatow (director) and Steve Carell (star) Co-
Leaving a sparkling trail can't be helped
Dear Heloise: I have a dress that has silver sparkles on it. How do I keep the sparkles from getting
HOW HE SEES IT Ethical line is fuzzy on the use of steroids
Opinion: By ARTHUR CAPLAN LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY People who don't tell the truth are very good at lying to
Bahamas chosen for White-Zillo Nov. 12 wedding
XYOUNGSTOWN -- The engagement of Sadye Jo White and Jason Zillo, both of New York City, is being
Cigarette leads to fire
Cigarette leads to fire YOUNGSTOWN -- The resident of 90 Essex St. told firefighters he thought
Deadly attacks kill dozens in Baghdad
Deadly attacks kill dozens in Baghdad kAN IRAQI MOTHER, above, screams as she learns her son was
hStreet gang plagues string of countries
hStreet gang plagues string of countries WASHINGTON -- Robert Clifford, above, director of the MS-
Activists meet, voice concerns
The economic output of northeast Ohio is larger than that of Israel, South Africa or Sweden. By
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Michael D. Brooks, 40, 3628 Neilson, Youngstown, and Sophia J.
Cops have kids clean neighbor's egged house
YOUNGSTOWN -- Four Cooper Street kids who egged a neighbor's house and got caught cleaned up the
Calling all entertainers
Calling all entertainers YOUNGSTOWN -- Applications are being accepted from entertainers for the
MERCER Probing fire, police seek to question man
After the fire, a safe was missing and coin boxes had been tampered with. GREENVILLE, Pa. --
Police officers report 6th killing in 10 days
The latest victim was found in a parking lot on the city's South Side. By PATRICIA MEADE
Julie Roberts, right, performs tonight with warm-up act Shane Owens performs at B & amp;B
Julie Roberts, right, performs tonight with warm-up act Shane Owens performs at B & amp;B
A heartfelt thank you
Opinion: Providence Journal: The death of ABC News's Peter Jennings, last week, brought this to mind: Those
'Supercross': Viewers will find they have been aound this track before
Formulaic flick goes nowhere fast. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL Note to prospective
In new season, 'Joey' to get a black friend, a new house
WASHINGTON POST In a desperate attempt to salvage their ratings-starved "Friends" spinoff, as it
JoAnna Rubino, Dennis Schiraldi to wed Oct. 22
XPOLAND -- Mr. and Mrs. Fernando Rubino of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
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SCRAPPERS WIN BIG
Scrappers win big Cirilo Cumberbatch went 5-for-5 with four RBIs, leading the Mahoning Valley
Larisa Demshuk and Marc Patacchiola to be married in fall at Akron church
XAnnouncing their engagement and plans for their upcoming marriage are Larisa Demshuk, 1132 N.
New plan caters to individual needs
The drug benefit will help shift Medicare's focus from treatment to prevention. By MONICA BOND
YOUNGSTOWN Officer assaulted during foot chase; man escapes
Officers learned the man's name by answering his camera cell phone. YOUNGSTOWN -- A 20-year-old
Charlene Shasho, Gerald Savo Jr. announce troth
XAnnouncing their engagement and upcoming marriage are Charlene B. Shasho of Boardman and Gerald L.
BROWNS Green trying to grow up
The running back has had his ups and downs, but now is ready to play. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Offensive explosion brings in a big win
The team begins a nine-game homestand today. JAMESTOWN, N.Y. -- The Mahoning Valley Scrappers'
Parents announce Baker-Shaffer engagement
XNEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The engagement of Marissa Kaylene Baker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin F.
'SUPERCROSS'
'SUPERCROSS' s Director: Steve Boyum Starring: Mike Vogel, Steve Howey, Cameron Richardson,
Anti-war camp irons out snags before moving to safer location
One of the president's neighbors offered Sheehan's group an area to use. DALLAS MORNING NEWS
WEATHERSFIELD SCHOOLS Board approves raises for teachers, other staff
The school district has again begun buying text books. MINERAL RIDGE -- The Weathersfield school
8-year-old boy enjoys being pilot for a day
The New Wilmington boy became an honorary second lieutenant . By KANTELE FRANKO VINDICATOR STAFF
Court denies DNA testing for convict
Combs had 'bragged to one classmate that he killed the victim and enjoyed doing it.' WARREN --
HUBBARD POLICE Attorneys: Chief's leave amounts to retaliation
Martin Kanetsky is planning to file a lawsuit against the city and mayor. JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Stephanie Roberts and Marc Penrose to wed in Woodland Park U.M. Church
XAnnouncement is being made of the engagement and forthcoming marriage of Stephanie N. Roberts, 1487
Allison Taylor, Frank Levak to wed in autumn
XBOARDMAN -- Plans for the autumn wedding of Allison J. Taylor and Frank W. Levak, both of 2096
DOWNTOWN YOUNGSTOWN Candidates voice concerns on crime
One mayoral candidate wants the DEA to come to the city. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
TRUSTEES Weathersfield residents learn about new safety upgrade
The township will borrow $157,000 to pay for the project. MINERAL RIDGE -- About 85 Weathersfield
Day of reckoning here for retired workers
Opinion: By THOMAS J. HEALEY and ROBERT STEEL WASHINGTON POST The tremendous cost of providing health
MOVIE REVIEW 'Virgin' puts out big laughs
It's a tad too long but hilarious in spots. By CHRIS HEWITT KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "The 40-
Miss D'Annunzio to be bride of Mr. Summers
XHOWLAND -- The engagement and upcoming marriage of Marcy Ann D'Annunzio and George Robert Summers
Commissioners honor swim team's rescue efforts
The rescued swimmer is doing well. HOWLAND -- The Trumbull County commissioners meeting turned
Taft to be in court today to answer criminal charges
The governor could get up to two years in jail if convicted of all four counts. By JEFF ORTEGA
Judge awards pay raises despite fiscal emergency
Anyone who feels underpaid can look for another job, the mayor said. JOHN W. GOODWIN, JR.
TOUR Fulks attempts to outrun persistant black cloud
Fulks is performing Friday at the Beachland Ballroom. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Jeannie Nelson, Joshua Ritchie to wed in November
XPOLAND -- Chuck Nelson, Halbert Drive, and Dee Nelson of Poland are announcing the engagement and
Searing indictment issued against Mahoning County
Opinion: The word dysfunctional stands out a mile in the 22-page report on Mahoning County's criminal justice
A lot riding on drafting constitution
Support for President Bush's Iraq policies has plummeted. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON
TCTC breaks ground for $5.4M expansion
The career and technical center now rents space in Lordstown. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
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Man robs woman in her car, steals $406
YOUNGSTOWN -- A city woman was robbed of $406 by a man who threatened to kill her. A police report
Bush should meet with Sheehan again
Opinion: Yes, such a meeting would set a bad precedent, because it would say that all one has to do to get
WARREN SCHOOLS Board of education member plans to leave
The board member will leave to avoid conflict of interest. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Dellick allows restoration of phone service
The prosecutor denied making an earlier promise to leave the Juvenile Justice Center. By ROGER
GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Use pennyroyal oil as insect repellent
Q. A camper recently asked how to avoid insect bites. My family faced this problem when I was young,
NCP Play cast amusingly explores 25-year itch
The Neil Simon play opens Friday. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- New
Council picks newest member
Officials also chose a company to replace a waterline along Deer Trail. CANFIELD -- City council
NEW MIDDLETOWN Council's action puts police levy on ballot
There will also be a levy for the fire department on the ballot. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
AGENDA THURSDAY
Agenda Thursday Youngstown Board of Education Finance Committee, 10:30 a.m., Irene Ward Building
Holmes, Ginn set to lead Buckeyes
The two receivers expect to help each other to big seasons. TOLEDO BLADE COLUMBUS -- As
Original Drifter member marks his 80th birthday
Original Drifter member marks his 80th birthday COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Bill Pinkney relished the