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Officials debate date of opening new jail

One of them wondered if construction workers are delaying the project. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


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GEORGIE ANNE GEYER Changes in Iraq will hurt women

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- While the world's attention is on London, enormous stories for the future of the


Officials face lawsuit in abuse of deaf man

The court is asked to grant more than $20 million in damages. By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR


CONVOCATION CENTER Inheriting debt angers candidates

By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Most of the candidates running for


Team officials discuss affiliation pact

The agreement between the SteelHounds and Cleveland Barons could be a long way off, though. By TOM


Girard shouldn't let opportunity pass it by

Opinion: Girard shouldn't let opportunity pass it by EDITOR: Opportunity is knocking for the voters in


INDIANS Jake Westbrook stops Athletics' 7-game streak

Grady Sizemore homered in Cleveland's 2-0 win. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Grady Sizemore homered and


COMMUNITY Parking restriction street list shortened

An earlier list included more than 100 streets proposed for parking restrictions. By DENISE DICK


East Side is site for 2nd film to come to Valley this month

The producers hope to film two more movies in the Youngstown area this year. By KATIE LIBECCO


Rescue Mission event rescheduled

YOUNGSTOWN -- Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley announced that Motorfest 2005, a benefit event that


Ohio Republican chairman calls for investigation, public audit of O'Brien

WARREN -- The Ohio Republican Party's chairman wants a full investigation and public audit of Mayor


SOFTBALL School archrivals join forces during travel season

League pride takes a backseat during summer play. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT VIENNA -- If you take


Parents announce Winczner-Rubino wedding date

XThe engagement of Jennifer Lynn Winczner, 171 W. Martin St., East Palestine, and David Dominic


PONY SOFTBALL 16 & amp;U WORLD SERIES AT A GLANCE

TUESDAY'S SCORES Freedom Firebird-Red (Md.) 8, CJ Rebels (N.J.) 4 Ohio Legends 2, Adirondack


REGIONAL AIRPORT Authority considering joint venture

Summit County Port Authority provides long-term financing for many projects. VIENNA -- The Western


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hWhen cows fly kA FIBERGLASS cow is lifted to its new roost on a billboard advertising a fast-food


MILITARY Veteran brings health care to local reservists

The military program will enable civilian mental health agencies to help veterans. By JOSH ECHT


Agenda

Agenda THURSDAY Boardman Board of Education special meeting, 5 p.m., superintendent's office,


COURT APPEAL Ohio Supreme Court to review robbery case

Bundy had been sentenced to 18 years in prison. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning County prosecutor's


Couple files lawsuit against commissioners

WARREN -- A Youngstown couple has filed a lawsuit against Trumbull County commissioners and the


A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman Township:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman Township: POLAND July 21 Fraud: A


YSU FOOTBALL Fullback garners 1st team honors

The Penguins were picked to finish sixth in the Gateway Conference. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


Pew survey finds drop in support for terror

Opinion: Dallas Morning News: There's some good news, for a change, from the global war on terrorism. A new


Director decision: Leave or be fired

Friction first erupted publicly during last week's 911 presentation. WARREN -- Trumbull County 911


Parents announce Koebel-Baker wedding plans

XThe engagement of Laura Jean Koebel and Brian Edward Baker, both of 4859 Columbia Road, North


Man is arraigned on pandering charges

The charges carry maximum penalties of eight years in prison. YOUNGSTOWN -- Trial has been set for


"There will be only one thing better than the launch, and that will be the landing."

Opinion: "There will be only one thing better than the launch, and that will be the landing." Mike


Policy on business dealings outlined

Businesses must get the superintendent's permission to talk to employees. By SEAN BARRON


PROPOSED PARKING RESTRICTIONS \ Boardman

Township trustees have reduced to 85 the number of streets proposed for parking restrictions on


Foil roasting pans can prevent freezer mess

Dear Heloise: When I put food in my upright freezer, I place the containers of food in foil roasting


Loshuk-Naples wedding date to be Sept. 10

XCAMPBELL -- Announced by Beverly Loshuk, 99 Chambers St., is the engagement of her daughter,


hEminem: It ain't over till I say it's over

hEminem: It ain't over till I say it's over NEW YORK -- Is Eminem headed for retirement -- or just


Discovery's blastoff gets U.S. back on course

Opinion: Discovery's blastoff gets U.S. back on course The near flawless liftoff of space shuttle


New levies sought for agencies

Two levies for Children Services would raise an additional $3 million. WARREN -- Two Trumbull


Workers brush up skills for emergency response

By KANTELE FRANKO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Representatives from 22 emergency


Share increases declared

YOUNGSTOWN -- United Community Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: UCFC) has declared its third quarter


Youngstown Playhouse meets, elects new board of directors

The Playhouse has reduced its debt to around $50,000. YOUNGSTOWN -- Raising money, supervising


Motorcyclist thrown across intersection

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 51-year-old man was listed in critical condition today in the Surgical Intensive


CIC clashes with council

The board postponed the sale of three buildings. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER


Warren's new leader introduced

The new superintendent has also worked in Minnesota and Indiana. By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR


Groundbreaking set for nursing care facility

NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Austin Woods will have a groundbreaking for its new $7.5 million Hampton Woods


Discovery blasts back into space

The shuttle had a successful liftoff, but there won't be any celebrating until it lands. KNIGHT


HOCKEY Christian believes in Hounds

The former Pittsburgh Penguin was hired as a player-coach for the CHL team. By TOM WILLIAMS


FINANCE Businesses to get county loans

One loan will allow a company to expand plastic injection molding operations. WARREN -- Three


Valley United Way aims for a goal of $725,000

BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way announced a $725,000 fund-raising goal for its


SCRAPPERS

SCRAPPERS Game postponed The Mahoning Valley Scrappers' game against the Williamsport


ANDRES OPPENHEIMER CAFTA rejection would hurt U.S.

Opinion: If President Bush fails to pass the U.S. free trade deal with five Central American countries and


Today is Wednesday, July 27, the 208th day of 2005. There are 157 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, July 27, the 208th day of 2005. There are 157 days left in the year. On this


Apathy leaves pets in dire need of care

By KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Between hectic vacation schedules and


Youngstown board sees blueprint presentations

Kirkmere Elementary School is getting a 7,000-square-foot gym. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR STAFF


August nuptial set for Miss Stewart and Mr. Tigelman

XBOARDMAN -- Josalyn Stewart, 125 Shadyside Drive, a daughter of Jeff and Terrye Stewart, same


At a glance

AT A GLANCE Summer pet care tips Bring them in: Keep pets out of the sun. If necessary, keep


births

BIRTHS Forum Health Women and Infants Pavilion Lari and Christopher Slater, 2990 Woodland Trace,


County tourism board OKs incentive program

By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Trumbull County's tourism board on Tuesday


Sid sells! Tickets sales shoot up for Penguins

Sidney Crosby's future presence has Pittsburgh cash registers singing. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE


Man shot, robbed at bar

Man shot, robbed at bar WARREN -- Police are investigating the shooting of a 33-year-old Niles man


PRESEASON PICKS \ Gateway Football Conference

POLL 1. S. Illinois (18 first place votes)237 2. Western Kentucky (9)223 3. Northern Iowa (5)206


Valentin-Guzzo troth is told, wedding planned

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Raul and Victoria Valentin of Youngstown are announcing the engagement of their


HOW SHE SEES IT Civil rights in the new millennium

Opinion: By SWANEE HUNT SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE When Cheryl Jacques walks into a room, she commands


TODAY

TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to