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ALABAMA Abortion clinic bomber sentenced
Eric Rudolph is also responsible for the blast at the 1996 Olympics. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) -- An
MAHONING COUNTY MRDD Duck: Most services will continue through '06
The Rayen workshop will close by the end of next year. AUSTINTOWN -- Despite losing millions in
Today is Tuesday, July 19, the 200th day of 2005. There are 165 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, July 19, the 200th day of 2005. There are 165 days left in the year. On this date
CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT
CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT Monday's scores Round Four Winners Bracket Game 53 Astro Falcons 7,
TRUDY RUBIN Lebanon should decide its future
Opinion: BEIRUT -- I left Leba-non 23 years ago, after covering the Israeli invasion and the Lebanese civil
Program helps families adapt to adoptions
NEW YORK (AP) -- Eventually the Pollyanna bliss wears off and reality sets in. Children cry and
Emily torments Yucatan residents, resorts
The storm hit the peninsula Sunday afternoon. PLAYA DEL CARMEN, Mexico (AP) -- Hurricane Emily
INVESTIGATION Missing DA's girlfriend passes police polygraph
Officials say she has no knowledge of the man's whereabouts. BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) -- The
CANCER Hopeful survivors inspired by Tour
Some participate in Tour of Hope, a cross-country bicycle ride to raise awareness. NEW YORK (AP)
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Roman Polanski speaks in libel suit with Vanity Fair
Roman Polanski speaks in libel suit with Vanity Fair LONDON -- Roman Polanski testified on the
Police probe shootings on South Side
YOUNGSTOWN -- Two people were shot around 7 p.m. Monday on the city's South Side. The shootings took
World Golf Ranking
World Golf Ranking Through July 17 1. Tiger WoodsUSA16.24 2. Vijay SinghFij12.19 3. Ernie
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox His old flame might be carrying an Olympic torch
Dear Annie: My husband, "Jack," and I have been together for 11 years and married for one. When we
Gunmen kill at least 24; 50 insurgents captured
Much of the violence came during a new military offensive in Baghdad. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Gunmen
CLASSIFIED INFORMATION Bush changes his position in Plame case
A crime would need to have been committed before he fires anyone, the president said. KNIGHT
CONVOCATION CENTER Reardon forgoes $4.5M arena loan It's too much for one project, he says
The project's actual cost is fluid, city officials say. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 2nd--Brimstone (Martinez) 4.60 3.00 2.60 Kinetic Rush (Hemsley D.)
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball
Baseball B.B. Rooners (19 & amp; under) went 6-0 to finish second at the Big South Classic in
NATION Commander in Vietnam dies at 91
Westmoreland argued that the United States did not lose the war in southeast Asia. CHARLESTON,
BOXING Taylor, Hopkins await rematch
Taylor took the title from Hopkins in a split decision Saturday. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Bernard Hopkins
FUNDING It's business as usual at NPR
The network continues to enhance programming, even in the face of a potential funding loss. By
hCriticism in Britain mounts over intelligence
hCriticism in Britain mounts over intelligence LONDON -- Robert H. Tuttle, the new U.S. ambassador
Board offers free mental health workshop
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County Mental Health Board and related agencies such as the Veterans Service
COMIC STRIPS Facing 75th anniversary, 'Blondie' crosses over
A virtual who's who -- including the Bushes -- will drop in and out of the strip as the Bumsteads
LOCAL
LOCAL Junior golf PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Two area junior golfers will be competing in the
PHANTOMS Coach: This is our best team yet
Bob Mainhardt said the team added leadership and character. BOARDMAN -- When the North American
BASEBALL
BASEBALL All Star Baseball Academy in Boardman -- is offering private instruction from former pro
MAHONING COURT $1M bond set for man in car chase
Contact with family influenced the fugitive's decision to turn himself in. By KANTELE FRANKO
Tribe trades Gerut to Cubs for Dubois
Cleveland was looking for a right-handed power hitter. ASSOCIATED PRESS CLEVELAND -- Looking for
STATE BUDGET More funding allows for more Pa. troopers
A third of existing troopers will undergo 'civilianization.' HARRISBURG (AP) -- The new state
CYCLING This is a chance for Lance to charm France
Armstrong is trying to win over the fickle fans. PAU, France (AP) -- Lance Armstrong is trying to
HOW SHE SEES IT A grieving mother's words from the heart
Opinion: By MARSHA MERCER MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- A grieving mother -- an ordinary
CONNIE MACK BASEBALL Astro Falcons still unbeaten in 'Mack play
Today the locals meet Ohio Warhawks, which is also unbeaten. STRUTHERS -- Astro Falcons remained
ANDRES OPPENHEIMER Latin brain drain could be a blessing
Opinion: The conventional wisdom has long been that Latin America's brain drain -- the thousands of
INSIDE \ On C4
INSIDE \ On C4 Cyclists affected by cancer, and inspired by Armstrong, ride to raise awareness.
Parents announce Argenziano-Frank wedding plans
XThe parents of Jacqueline Marie Argenziano, 1104 Eagle Drive, Akron, and Joseph Rocco Frank, 790
A Scrappers' shutout
By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF NILES -- The Mahoning Valley Scrappers shut out the
From hot water to highwalls: coal mining's negative effects
The most serious environmental problem caused by abandoned mines is polluted water. SHAMOKIN, Pa.
FAMILY REUNION 12-year-old boy in hospital after lightning strikes
The boy is on a ventilator and remains sedated. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A big flash of light and a
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)1412.538-- Jamestown (Marlins)1413.519 1/2 Scrappers
Austintown Hall of Fame seeks nominees who have demonstrated service to community
AUSTINTOWN -- The Austintown Growth Foundation is looking for nominees for the Austintown Hall of
VIDEO GAMES Press the 'X' button for 'Explicit' in gaming
Video game ratings are coming increasingly under fire by industry critics. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --
Guantanamo Bay trials will resume
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Backed by a favorable court ruling, the Pentagon intends to resume shortly the
A cool place to be on your birthday
A cool place to be on your birthday Chad Nunzir of Guilford and Chelsea Fennis of Salem spend part
Potter sales go platinum in less than 24 hours
The book brought in more revenue last weekend than the nation's top two movies combined. NEW YORK
"I know for an absolute fact that we have not been involved in anything related to promoting
Opinion: "I know for an absolute fact that we have not been involved in anything related to promoting
MAYORAL RACE Board of elections refusing to place Fontes on the ballot
The Campbell man is running as a write-in candidate for mayor. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
GOLF Can anyone stop Tiger's reign?
Woods' biggest challenge may come from the record books. ST. ANDREWS, Scotland (AP) -- Jack
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Reader tired of inaction on Milton area sewer project
Opinion: Reader tired of inaction on Milton area sewer project EDITOR: How very, very "old" Mahoning
9/11 ANNIVERSARY Program to re-create scenes on Flight 93
Hijackers crashed the plane as passengers tried to take control of the cockpit. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
CRIME Man arraigned on charges of theft, criminal trespass
The man also is wanted on charges in Butler County. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- A hearing is set for
COLUMBUS ZOO Veterinarian's mistake cited in giraffe's death
The animal was injected with the wrong syringe during surgery. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A giraffe died in
Finally! Indians top K.C., stop skid
Cliff Lee got his first complete game with the Tribe's rain-shortened victory. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Astro Falcons advance
Astro Falcons advance Astro Falcons of the Youngstown Class B League remained one of three
HELOISE Vinegar: consider the infinite possibilities
Dear Heloise: Here's another use for vinegar. I am an asthmatic and use a nebulizer for breathing
SCHOOLS South Range district missing real estate tax appropriations
School officials cannot understand why the district is losing out on tax revenue. By VIRGINIA
BWC SCANDAL Filings: Gov. Taft should testify
Executive privilege doesn't apply in matters of public record, a lawyer says. By JEFF ORTEGA
Police probe shooting at Krakusy Hall lot
YOUNGSTOWN -- Jermaine Reynolds died after being shot in the back when someone fired into a crowd in
The real Harry Potter magic
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: It's a safe bet that millions of Muggle children across the globe were afflicted
Miss Utterback, Mr. Luoma plan to wed in 2006
XJEFFERSON -- The engagement of Kari Utterback, a daughter of Guy and Beth Utterback, all of 1144 N.
EDUCATION Clinton: aid for Hispanics lacking
The senator's speech countered Margaret Spellings' optimism. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- U.S. Education
EPIDEMIOLOGY State to analyze town's high breast cancer rate
Cases in Putnam County significantly exceeded state and national averages. OTTAWA, Ohio (AP) --
STEROIDS Anti-doping chairman says Conte got off easy
In exchange for Conte's guilty plea, prosecutors agreed to drop dozens of charges. MONTREAL (AP)
Mr. Vogelberger, fianc & eacute;e to wed in December
XSTRUTHERS -- Announcement is being made by Matthew D. Sr. and Rosie Mastell of Struthers of the
SUMMER ARTS Butler Institute camp to sample U.S. flavor
Many of the children are able to attend the camp for free. YOUNGSTOWN -- Children from three
WORLD SWIMMING Canada's Hartley winner in diving
She snapped the Chinese dominance by winning the 1-meter event. MONTREAL (AP) -- From start to
Inside
Inside Humberto Quintero's three-run double ended Houston's season-long scoreless, leading the
CHAMPION SCHOOLS Board renews contract of superintendent Hood
The first day of school for the 2005-06 school year will be Aug. 29. CHAMPION -- Champion Board of
Scrappers roll
Scrappers roll kTHE MAHONING VALLEY Scrappers shut out the Lowell Spinners 8-0 Monday afternoon,
NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Rams: Harvard quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, a seventh-round pick, has agreed to terms on a three-
Woman pleads innocent to endangering children
Woman pleads innocent to endangering children YOUNGSTOWN -- Yolanda Hargrove, 29, of Glenwood
TOUR DE FRANCE
TOUR DE FRANCE Overall Standings (After 15 stages) 1. Lance Armstrong, United States,
CRIME Police continue search for gas station robbers
Cash wasn't enough for one of the robbers. He wanted rolled coins as well. By KATIE LIBECCO
INSIDE On C3
Humberto Quintero's three-run double ended Houston's season-long scoreless, leading the Astros to an
CRIME Mother returns to Ohio, Pa., to search for bodies
Aided by the Fox News network, Teri Knight is continuing her investigation. CONCORD, N.H. (AP) --
HOW HE SEES IT Newt anew -- tanned, rested and ready
Opinion: By MICHAEL KINSLEY LOS ANGELES TIMES Ten years ago, when he was speaker of the House of
OHIO New bill aims to erase limitations cities place on concealed weapons
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The sponsor of Ohio's law allowing concealed weapons said Monday he wants the state
SAFETY ADVISORY Guidant issues warning for 28,000 pacemakers
The company said it has identified 69 failures among the devices. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Guidant
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activities in Austintown Township: July 11 Theft:
NATIONAL LEAGUE Astros end long scoreless streak to Pirates, 11-1
Houston had gone 21 innings without scoring a run at PNC Park. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Houston
REUNIONS
XCampbell Memorial High School Class of 1954 will meet for breakfast at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Steak
AROUND THE HORN | Monday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Devil Rays 3, Red Sox 1 BOSTON -- Scott Kazmir overcame control problems to hold
Lovejoy-Ague wedding date is announced
XDAVENPORT, Iowa -- Announced by Theresa K. White, 514 Western Ave., is the engagement of her
'DUKES OF HAZZARD' Former star of TV show says movie mocks the original
ATLANTA (AP) -- A former star of the "The Dukes of Hazzard" TV show is urging fans to skip the
CRIME Woman arraigned in stolen cruiser chase
The prosecutor said it was 'Houdini-like circumstances.' YOUNGSTOWN -- Bond is $1 million for
Thieves steal safe from Austintown home
AUSTINTOWN -- A safe was stolen from a bedroom at a home on North Navarre Avenue Sunday afternoon.
Butcher of Baghdad charged with ordering Shiite killings
Opinion: Opponents of former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein looking forward to his being tried for crimes
TED STRICKLAND Representative's federal fund continues to grow
Federal campaign money can't be transferred to state campaign funds in Ohio. By DAVID SKOLNICK