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HOW HE SEES IT Justice Thomas' record truly disturbing
Opinion: By BRIAN GILMORE KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas never ceases
Junior's slump roars into Fla.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. once dominated at Daytona. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Girl, 9, sues over alleged sexual assaults
CANTON (AP) -- A 9-year-old girl has sued a suburban school district and a teenage boy over repeated
Mayor resists moving Girard's 911 services
The new chief is 'dead set against' moving the city's dispatching services. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
hLined up in Mexico City for controversial stamps
hLined up in Mexico City for controversial stamps MEXICO CITY -- Hundreds of people lined up at
Dercoli honored, new officers intalled at annual dinner for Struthers Rotary
BOARDMAN -- Struthers Rotary held its annual President's Dinner June 27 at the Holiday Inn to honor
East High tradition endures
What a difference a year makes. Last year at this time, the East High School Alumni Association
Catholic Collegiate officers inducted
CANFIELD -- Catholic Collegiate Association installed new officers and awarded scholarships at its
DELPHI Letter seeks support for application
An additional 135 acres also would be within the foreign trade zone. WARREN -- Trumbull County is
JFS director honored by selection
Zachariah, who starts his job Tuesday, will oversee a staff of more than 300. YOUNGSTOWN -- John
Sharon to host race for charity on July 16
HARTFORD -- Sharon Speedway will hold a Browns/Steelers race night to raise money for charity on
Students hack into system; upgrade to cost $500,000
The high school seniors were sentenced to house arrest and community service. MASSILLON, Ohio (AP)
COLLEGE AID DeBartolo event funds to provide scholarships
The foundation has awarded more than $300,000 in scholarships. BOARDMAN -- More than $125,000 was
Antonini's remarks annoy Jay Williams
The candidate says the Democratic chairwoman's comments offend his Democratic supporters. By DAVID
State loan program helps Niles with maintenance, utility costs
The district loses $180,000 a year because of faulty equipment and leaky roofs, the superintendent
Woman killed, two firefighters are injured in apartment fire
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A child playing with a lighter started an apartment fire that killed his aunt and
Trumbull County
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Ryan C. Mansfield, 25, of 3244 Deer Trail B., Cortland, and
Thome ailing: Wagner wailing
Philadelphia's first baseman has pain in his right elbow. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Jim Thome is
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Free Doctor (Rosendo)48.2015.004.80 Bold Classic
Davenport finally wins, faces Venus in Wimbledon finale
After an fierce match that was delayed two days by rain, Davenport advances. KNIGHT RIDDER
Fantastic facts
By ANDREW A. SMITH SCRIPPS HOWARD When "Fantastic Four," the movie, premieres July 8, it will be
TRUDY RUBIN Bush talks of hope for unstable Iraq
Opinion: BAGHDAD -- It's hard to juxtapose President Bush's Tuesday speech on Iraq with the realities on the
INTERNET PIRACY Agents arrest 4 in movie, software selling schemes
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WASHINGTON -- The Justice Department seized hundreds of computers and
Family time now priority for pioneer
Justice O'Connor's retirement was kept a surprise, even from her son. WASHINGTON (AP) -- When
MINIPAGE ACTIVITIES MEET MANY STATE AND NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS. THIS WEEK'S STANDARDS: STUDENTS UNDERSTAND THE PROPERTIES OF EARTH MATERIALS. (SCIENCE: PHYSICAL SCIENCE)
MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:
MOVIES No sugarcoating for 'Layer Cake'
The grim and gritty movie is a no-holds-barred ride through the underworld. By PHIL VILLARREAL
The Vindicator
The Vindicator BACK IN TIME: In keeping with the town's bicentennial celebration, Columbiana
Outgoing Rotary president honored
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP -- Elayne M.S. Klovis-Bozick, outgoing president, was honored and a new slate of
BY KATIE LIBECCO
By KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER SHARON, Pa. -- Hundreds of families gathered along the
Weekly quiz:
Weekly quiz: Q. As South, vulnerable, you hold: x-A K 9 5 3 u-A 10 4 v-K 9 w-K 9 7 The bidding
Council votes on Salem fire district
The fire department has an annual budget of $1.3 million. SALEM -- A new fire district approved
Stabbing reported
Stabbing reported BOARDMAN -- An Akron man said he was stabbed as he walked through the lot of a
HOW HE SEES IT China's bid for Unocal stirs protectionist fury
Opinion: By SEBASTIAN MALLABY WASHINGTON POST Some people fear the economic threat from China. Others
Federer rolls past Hewitt to advance to men's final
He'll meet either Andy Roddick or Thomas Johansson in Sunday's title match. WIMBLEDON, England
Villaraigosa sworn in as new mayor of LA
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Antonio Villaraigosa formally took the oath of office Friday as the city's 41st
Woods shoots 66, but still six behind
Chris Couch holds the second round lead at the Western Open. LEMONT, Ill. (AP) -- After a dismal
Scotland native to be retried in death of girl
Prosecutors want to retry Kenneth Richey, who was convicted of murder. TOLEDO (AP) -- A Scotland
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Coping with mother's death, father's remarriage
Dear Annie: My mother passed away last December, after an illness that lasted several years. My
Prison sentence ends for Pa. woman in theft case
Rebecca Price repaid most of what she had stolen. HAGERSTOWN, Md. (AP) -- An inmate who asked to
Woman accused of using baby's diaper to hide pot
She was trying to bring marijuana to her jailed fiance. MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. (AP) -- A woman caught
CLASS AA ROUNDUP Metros gain 2-0 victory over Buds
Champion rolled past Predator in Warren AA League action, 12-4. YOUNGSTOWN -- John Hay scattered
CRIME Man imprisoned for series of 2004 burglaries
The man pleaded guilty to burglary charges. MERCER, Pa. -- A local man was sentenced to a prison
To save money, district to rehire some retirees
Employees will be guaranteed two one-year contracts in the same position. By DENISE DICK
Allison Quinlan, fianc & eacute; set nuptials for September
XWARREN -- Announcement is being made by Bill and Bobbie Quinlan, 1360 Bittersweet Drive, of the
POLITICS Latell cited for missing campaign finance info
No fines were levied against the former state legislator. COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Elections
Cell phones put out Ohio pay phones
Independent operators face higher rates in Ohio than in other states.. DAYTON (AP) -- Pay
Checking sandbox toys for dangerous creepy crawlies
Dear Heloise: I have learned so much worthwhile information from your column and, like most people,
POPULATION
POPULATION Mahoning and Shenango valleys The U.S. Cenus Bureau released estimated July 1, 2004,
HOW HE SEES IT Graham: A believer in religion, not politics
Opinion: By DAVID C. STEINMETZ THE ORLANDO SENTINEL For most of his public career Billy Graham has been
Schools save $500,000 through initiatives
POLAND -- In the village schools, it has paid off to be energy-conscious. District Superintendent
Brooke Shields rejects Cruise's point of view
NEW YORK (AP) -- Brooke Shields took aim at Tom Cruise's "Today" show diatribe against
Evangela Perantinides Theoharis Hazimihalis
EVANGELA PERANTINIDES THEOHARIS HAZIMIHALIS XCAMPBELL -- Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church
Vinda Culp William Radcliffe
VINDA CULP WILLIAM RADCLIFFE XORANGEVILLE -- Orangeville United Methodist Church was the setting
MOVIE LISTINGS ARE BASED ON THE BEST INFORMATION PROVIDED TO US AT PRESS TIME. SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. BARGAIN SHOWS ARE IN PARENTHESES. LISTINGS SHOW THEATER, RATING, RUNNING TIME AND
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Grammy winning singer is dead at 54
Grammy winning singer is dead at 54 The emphatic crooner was one of the most famous R & amp;B
Movies opening next week
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "Fantastic Four": Courtesy of Marvel comics, The Thing, Mr. Fantastic,
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A grand jury indicted Steven J. Karsnak 39, of West Middlesex, Pa., on a charge of escape. Karsnak
Warren awards contract for Elm Road demolition
The district will also save money on workers' compensation premiums. By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR
State, county and federal agencies and other businesses that will be closed Monday, the Fourth of July. Residents of communities not listed should check their governmental office schedules.
State, county and federal agencies and other businesses that will be closed Monday, the Fourth of
HELOISE Pets and humans need regular dental care
Dear Heloise: Just a reminder to pet owners that pets need dental care, too. I worked as a
Bush's Iraq speech falls short on key issue about the future
Opinion: With all the partisan bickering over President Bush's comments Tuesday night that suggested a link
Szallai-Beck wedding plans set for summer
XThe engagement and coming marriage of Jennifer Szallai, 510 E. Broadway, Girard, and Michael Beck,
Some new faces may earn a call
Tough choices must be made in compiling each team's 32-player roster. ASSOCIATED PRESS Imagine
Toddler drowns after falling into pond
KALIDA, Ohio (AP) -- An 18-month-old girl walked away from her house, fell into an ornamental fish
Pirates pick up Duke from Indianapolis
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Pirates purchased the contract of highly touted pitching prospect
Report questions amount base closings will save
The Pentagon said it would save $50 billion over 20 years based on the cuts. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS
Streck pioneering use of metal wood in PGA
Ron Streck proved his skill with a 9-under 62 on the Commerce Bank Tour. EAST MEADOW, N.Y. (AP) --
New York to host 'King Kong' premiere
New York to host 'King Kong' premiere WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- New York will host the world
Taft: Tax plan to create jobs, help workers
A state senator from Youngstown said many state fees are increasing. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
IRAQ sJune took heavy toll on troops
It was among the worst months for casualties as the insurgency stepped up. KNIGHT RIDDER
Sweet win for Venus
Sweet win for Venus k VENUS WILLIAMS earned the sweetest victory yet in her career revival,
Jessica Hiznay Daniel Pfeifer
JESSICA HIZNAY DANIEL PFEIFER XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- A reception was held at Mr. Anthony's in Boardman
Jennifer Sullivan Bryon Kolat
JENNIFER SULLIVAN BRYON KOLAT XBOARDMAN -- Jamaica was the honeymoon destination of Bryon Kolat
BONNIE ERBE Rice wimps out regarding the Saudi royals
Opinion: That tough-talkin', spike-heeled, Bush-buddy, veiled personality of a secretary of state of ours is
Judge denies robber's request for probation
The crime took place on the city's West Side. YOUNGSTOWN -- Chris Thompson admitted his robbery of
East Side shootout kills man, injures 5
An 18-year-old man died from a gunshot wound to the back. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Armstrong is in it to win it
The famoud cycling race starts today and could be Armstrong's seventh win. CHALLANS, France (AP)
ELECTIONS Tofil goes off ballot over signature snafu
This is the second mayoral candidate to have nominating petition problems. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Sarah Gubany Michael Kurka
SARAH GUBANY MICHAEL KURKA XYOUNGSTOWN -- The wedding of Sarah Ann Gubany and Michael Joseph
Pilot of plane hospitalized after crash during takeoff
WEST CARROLLTON, Ohio (AP) -- A single-engine plane crashed during takeoff on Friday, barely missing
Plant fire deepens misery of millions
Cause of the fire is unknown, but some say the water plant was deliberately attacked. BAGHDAD,
Today is Friday, July 1, the 182nd day of 2005. There are 183 days left in the year. This is Canada
Opinion: Today is Friday, July 1, the 182nd day of 2005. There are 183 days left in the year. This is Canada
Oh no, no 'o' at Eastwood
Mahoning Valley fell to 2-5 at home after the 6-3 loss to Auburn. NILES -- Four Auburn pitchers
BALTIMORE Indians stay hot, topple Orioles
Cleveland completed the month of June with a 17-10 record. BALTIMORE (AP) -- The Cleveland Indians
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew H. Miller, 25, of 2264 Woodridge Court, Austintown,
GAME TIME Tonight
Who: Auburn (5-6) vs. Scrappers (5-6) When: 7 p.m. Where: Eastwood Field Radio: WNIO-AM 1390
State surplus will go toward welfare, disaster relief, schools
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The state ended the budget year an extra $44 million in the black due to higher-
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The vehicle sales chart that ran in Thursday's Vindicator should have listed
Outdoor movie theater begins today
The nonprofit organization will show movies Friday or Saturday nights until the end of summer. By
Cause of barn fire remains under investigation
The farmer believes someone is targeting animal facilities. By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
New law to require safer amusement ride wiring
The law was created because of the negligent electrocution of an 8-year-old. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A
Roller coaster safety expert dies after suffering head injury in fall
Brown helped redesign a ride at Cedar Point. SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) -- Richard Brown, a national
3 men detained not yet charged in disappearance
Formal charges are expected Monday. ORANJESTAD, Aruba (AP) -- Aruba's chief government spokesman
Rogers draws big penalty
The Rangers starter was suspended for 20 games and fined $50,000 by MLB. SEATTLE (AP) -- Texas
Renee Farcas Dominic Perry
RENEE FARCAS DOMINIC PERRY XGIRARD -- Renee Farcas of Columbus, a daughter of Cornelius and Lydia
Funding a place for fun
Funds are still needed to complete the second phase of the project. By AMBER HYLAND VINDICATOR
Fumes overwhelm troopers rescuing pair
MANSFIELD (AP) -- Two state troopers were overcome by gas fumes Thursday while rescuing victims from
History held hostage
Los Angeles Times: The chances that the president-elect of Iran would thaw relations with the
14-7 victory gives team 14-7 record
One team got five runs with only one hit in the opening frame. STRUTHERS -- Travis McCartney
MUSIC Will Michael sell Beatles songs?
McCartney has shown interest in buying the songs. By DAVID HINCKLEY NEW YORK DAILY NEWS While
ACTIVITIES FOR BICENTENNIAL
Activities for bicentennial BOARDMAN -- A community picnic, part of the township's bicentennial
BASEBALL Rangers awaiting ruling on Rogers
His camera-stomping tirade could draw a hefty suspension. THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS ARLINGTON,
Judge tweaks sentence of cocaine trafficker
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Mahoning County judge modified the sentence of a woman convicted of drug trafficking
Gloomy thoughts this Fourth of July
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- I am sorry to report that one's attitudes toward summer, not to speak of toward the
No skew found in election
The Department of Justice found no discrimination in vote machine distribution. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Molly Blair Jason Szari
MOLLY BLAIR JASON SZARI XAUSTINTOWN -- The exchange of nuptial vows took place at 3 p.m. May 28 as
No one hurt after grain elevator explodes
TOLEDO (AP) -- An explosion at a grain elevator near downtown started a large fire Friday with
AAA manager: Gas prices won't drop this summer
No matter how much gas costs, people want to see the ocean. BOARDMAN -- Have you been putting off
ROAD CLOSINGS Culvert replacements
The Mahoning County Engineer's Office will close some roads over the new few days for culvert
Brown's situation still unclear as Pistons wait
Doctors couldn't give him a definite timetable for his problems. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Will Sandra Day O'Connor's replacement unite or divide?
Opinion: In 1999, then-Gov. George W. Bush told an interviewer that he "showed the people of Texas that I'm a
Body found floating near Perkins Park
The safety-service director said it was difficult to figure out the male's age. By MONICA BOND
Bigowsky becomes chief, signals change
The new chief plans to wear a uniform and be in the community as much as possible. By PEGGY
Charges dropped in alleged eBay theft ring
Prosecutors will spend time gathering evidence for a felony indictment. COLUMBUS (AP) --
Girard signs pact for traffic cameras
Signs will be posted at all entrances to the city alerting motorists to video cameras. By PEGGY
Olympic gymnasts pause competition to pursue degrees
The Hamm brothers may still attempt to qualify for the 2008 competition. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --
SHARON SPEEDWAY Kemenah captures 40-lap All-Star sprint feature race
V-8 Modified, Late Model driver Alan Dellinger won the Pure Stock division in Sonny Wisler Jr.'s car
Campbell City Fest to entertain and amaze
CAMPBELL -- The 12th annual Campbell City Fest will be July 8-10 at Roosevelt Park. There will be
Michelle Matun Michael Garbera
MICHELLE MATUN MICHAEL GARBERA XYOUNGSTOWN -- St. Christine Church was the setting at 2 p.m. May
AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball
Tri-T Colt (ages 15-17) Austintown Sweeney Chevrolet 11, Crestview 6 -- Alex Morales had two hits
MARCY MUSGUIRE EDWARD MELANSON
MARCY MUSGUIRE EDWARD MELANSON XNEW SPRINGFIELD -- Living in Columbiana after honeymooning in
Legal downloading is here to stay
While the ruling affects many companies, music downloading has a future. By TIMOTHY McNULTY
Judge to decide zoning issue on adult party home
Zoning ordinance compliance is the issue, the township's lawyer says. WARREN -- Hartford
QUOTE/UNQUOTE
Quote/unquote "I had a less-than-bright childhood. My mom abandoned me and my four brothers when I
Commissioners work to help preserve historic documents
WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners agreed to pay $44,900 Thursday for equipment that will
KRISTIN BIRCH MICHAEL FOX
KRISTIN BIRCH MICHAEL FOX XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Making their home at 28 Ward Ave., after a honeymoon
SCHOOLS Board members discuss several personnel shifts
The district will have a new boiler and two new buses in the coming year. CANFIELD -- School board
CENTRAL HOCKEY LEAGUE SteelHounds' first player signed
The coach said that contract offers have been made to six other players. AUSTINTOWN -- The
Happy 200th: Columbiana takes a step back in time
The celebration took two years to plan. COLUMBIANA -- The city turned back the clock Friday
Terminal Tower celebrates 75th year
The tower has been a staple of downtown Cleveland through many changes. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
Sorenstam wins after 21 holes
Her 30-foot birdie putt on the third extra hole beat Tina Barrett. GLADSTONE, N.J. (AP) -- Annika
DISCOVERY NASA sets July 13 date for blastoff
This will be the first launch since Columbia exploded in 2003. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CAPE
WRTA Agreement with Sharon addresses FTA funding
Board members discussed buying the Salvation Army building downtown. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Western
District Eight auxiliary elects officers
AURORA -- Nomination and election of officers were held when District Eight VFW Auxiliary held a
Bigger, better building for Rite Aid
The store is moving across Glenwood Avenue. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN --
ATHLETIC GROUPS
ATHLETIC GROUPS XMcDonald Baseball Association will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens
Partnership to provide benefit information
COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Department of Insurance's Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program and
Today is Saturday, July 2, the 183rd day of 2005. There are 182 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Saturday, July 2, the 183rd day of 2005. There are 182 days left in the year. On this date
MICHAEL J. LACIVITA It was Grandpa's thought that counted
Opinion: Over the years I have written articles about my grandson Michael Krieger and his Little League and
MAHONING, SHENANGO VALLEYS 14,000 no longer call region 'home'
More than half of the area's population loss came from Mahoning County. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Relay for Life raises more than $1 million
WARREN -- Relay for Live events in Trumbull County this year raised $1,019,000 to help fund the
TRUMBULL COUNTY \ Indictments
The following people were indicted by the grand jury: Patrice Bryant, 33, Ohio Avenue Northwest,
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