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BARCLAYS CLASSIC Players react to slow round
Leader Furyk said the pace worked for him; Singh said it ruins the rhythm of play. HARRISON, N.Y.
Specter as stalwart as ever in Senate
Hodgkin's disease hasn't slowed down the strong-willed curmudgeon. PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE
Casino buys plaster image of Jesus Christ
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- An Internet casino has added what could be a sign of the divine or a sign to call
Possible blanket requirement for monitoring
The first eligible offender has already been released from prison. COLUMBUS (AP) -- In a criminal
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Dodge/Save Mart 350 Sonoma, Calif. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 6
Friends and family fill church to honor sergeant killed in Iraq
The soldier loved being in the Army, a relative said. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Hermes apologizes for snub of Oprah
Hermes apologizes for snub of Oprah PARIS -- The luxury store Hermes has apologized to Oprah
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent police activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD June
MOTORSPORTS ROUNDUP | News and notes
Hmiel out until at least 2007: Driver Shane Hmiel, suspended indefinitely by NASCAR on June 3 after
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Base-closing commissioner tours Cleveland payroll office
Being the poorest big city is another basis to keep jobs. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A member of the
ACTORS NEEDED
Actors needed NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Westminster College is offering Foundation Theatre Camp for
DISNEY DELUXE? 'Herbie' rides again
It's wholesome family fun, but the movie is anachronistic and forgettable. By DAVID GERMAIN
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
State files lawsuit against voting software company
The suit is seeking in excess of $25,000 in compensatory damages. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
SUPPORT BUILDS FOR SALE OF CONSUMER FIREWORKS IN OHIO AS INJURY RATES DECREASE
Opinion: Support builds for sale of consumer fireworks in Ohio as injury rates decrease EDITOR: The
Champ driver Bourdais aims for third Grand Prix crown
The defending champion won his first race at Burke Lakefront Airport. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Standing
Mercer County hopes block grant funds survive federal budget cuts
The county gets nearly $400,000 per year from the block grants. MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County
Local doctor looking for volunteers for study
Ultrasounds might be more effective than mammograms in detecting breast cancer early. By KANTELE
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Dancininthenight (Felix)21.608.407.20 Winyah Bay
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS XYoungstown Branch of the American Association of University Women will have its
OHIO Red-light camera use ruled out in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Cincinnati has become the only major Ohio city ruling out cameras to catch
NASCAR Strong Roush Racing team seeking third straight Nextel Cup
If the Chase for the Cup started now they'd have four cars in it. ASSOCIATED PRESS For his first
Ruling OKs home seizures
Local governments can now take private property for business development. LOS ANGELES TIMES
Lemieux: Dispute will cost players
The Pens owner says the union rejected a better deal in February. PRESTO, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh
Silver Stars top Sting to end losing streak
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Marie Ferdinand scored 18 points and rookie Katie Feenstra added 14 points
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Thomas R. Oaks, legal age, 4626 Fitzgerald Ave., Youngstown,
POLITICS Partisan rancor erupts over Rove's words
Old wounds were reopened when Rove called liberals soft on 9/11 terrorists. KNIGHT RIDDER
Suit accuses officer of ignoring man
The plaintiff is seeking more than $25,000 in compensation. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
AREA DIAMONDS
AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball Tri-T Colt (ages 15-17) Lakeview IC 11, East Palestine 1 -- Steve
Lohan wonders where things went wrong
Relentlessly pursued by paparazzi, the young actress is trying to make it all work. By BARRY
SACRAMENTO BEE
SACRAMENTO BEE SONOMA, CALIF. -- For guys used to turning left all day, Infineon Raceway
Agreement rescinded
The commissioners want the data processing board to deal with the issue. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning
President should cut losses in Senate fight over Bolton
Opinion: The mixed messages the Bush administration has sent regarding the United Nations is coming back to
AROUND THE HORN
AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 6, Tigers 2 MINNEAPOLIS --
Strong Roush Racing team seeking third straight Nextel Cup
If the Chase for the Cup started now they'd have four cars in it. ASSOCIATED PRESS For his first
PRESTO, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh Penguins owner-player Mario Lemieux said NHL players are all but
PRESTO, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh Penguins owner-player Mario Lemieux said NHL players are all but
Concerts of Live 8 to air on cable TV
NEW YORK (AP) -- MTV and VH1 will telecast eight hours of the Live 8 concerts July 2, the networks
Agenda to include issue of health care
Commissioners are also looking for volunteers to fill empty board seats. By VIRGINIA ROSS
Learning charity in Bohemian rhapsody
Opinion: Back in the days of the Hapsburg Empire, there was a town in Bohemia called Budweis. The people in
Nadal ousted by 69th-ranked Muller
British lone hopeful Tim Henman also was eliminated in the second round. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)
A $5,000 donation to buy new football uniforms was generated by one fund-raiser.
A $5,000 donation to buy new football uniforms was generated by one fund-raiser. McDONALD -- The
MOVIE REVIEW 'Rize' hangs on LaChapelle's video-fed vision
These dance moves evolved from the streets of L.A. By CHRISTY LEMIRE ASSOCIATED PRESS The
33 members of various gangs are arrested in Northeast Ohio
PAINESVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- Federal and local law-enforcement officers arrested 33 people, including
WIMBLEDON Nadal ousted by 69th-ranked Muller
British lone hopeful Tim Henman also was eliminated in the second round. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)
Improved Pens could be resuult of new labor pact
But Pittsburgh's NHL team could leave if a deal for a new arena isn't set soon. PRESTO, Pa. (AP)
By PEGGY SINKOVICH
By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A city man who told police that Atty.
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Batavia (Phillies)21.667-- Jamestown (Marlins)21.667-- Auburn
9/11 panel's report must not go unheeded
Opinion: By THOMAS H. KEAN and LEE H. HAMILTON BALTIMORE SUN For many Americans, the shock and horror of
Stunt work won't win an Oscar
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Oscar won't honor stunt work. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
ANNIE'S MAILBOX 'Mike' won't speak up when 'Zack' is rude
Dear Annie: I am a 33-year-old, divorced, childless woman. Most of the men I have dated have
Ohio Library council mulls nonprint fees
COLUMBUS (AP) -- An Ohio Library Council official says charging patrons fees for nonprint materials
Settlement reached in case against cop
YOUNGSTOWN -- A Niles woman compelled by a Weathersfield Township cop to seek medical attention
Political savvy is in the cards
Who wants to swap a Specter for a Santorum? PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Who knew that U.S. Sen. Rick
WINNING NUMBERS | June 18-24
OHIO Friday 6/24 Night drawings: Pick 3, Pick 4, Rolling Cash 5, Mega Millions, Mega Ball,
6TH U.S. CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS Senate confirms 2 Bush nominees
The circuit includes Ohio, Michigan Kentucky and Tennessee. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Senate confirmation
City hires firms to tie downtown area to YSU
The plans should be done in eight to 12 weeks. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
New president gets scholarship
CANFIELD -- Yo-Mah-O Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals
Event set for those who love catfish
The local event is the seventh stop in the national qualifying tournament. BAZETTA -- Are catfish
Bernstein's 'Peter Pan' gets new recording
The full score is included. LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY It took a treasure map to make the new recording
'Mike' won't speak up when 'Zack' is rude
Dear Annie: I am a 33-year-old, divorced, childless woman. Most of the men I have dated have
Patricia Greene is new president of Junior League
YOUNGSTOWN -- Patricia Greene, quality management director of Mahoning Valley Hospital, has been
Extreme sports bring action to Pa.
The move is an intentional change of pace from the usual California locations. WOODWARD, Pa. (AP)
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES AMERICAN LEAGUE TWINS 6, TIGERS 2 DETROITMINNESOTA abrhbiabrhbi
Hanoi comes calling
Los Angeles Times: The specter of a disastrous war that tore this country apart appeared again this
YSU
YSU Thomas makes pro debut EVERETT, Wash. -- Former Youngstown State pitcher Justin Thomas threw
ODOT: Large billboards have to be removed
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Towering advertisements meant to liven up downtown must be removed from the sides
Annika battles nerves, pressure
She is attempting to be the first to win the first three legs of the Grand Slam. CHERRY HILLS
MH/R CONTRACTS How the spending breaks down
Mercer County commissioners awarded contracts Wednesday night for Mental Health/Retardation services
New commission comes together
STRUTHERS -- Struthers City Schools took another step in what could be a long road to financial
Woman wins PT Cruiser in contest
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- She couldn't hold it any longer. After spending nearly 21 days in a PT
STARTUP COMPANY Political savvy is in the cards
Who wants to swap a Specter for a Santorum? PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Who knew that U.S. Sen. Rick
NEXTEL CUP
NEXTEL CUP Schedule Feb. 20 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jeff Gordon) Feb. 27 -- Auto
Proposed parking ban to emphasize safety
Firefighters had to get out of their trucks and go to calls on foot in fall 2003. By DENISE DICK
Identify unknown smell before it's too late
Dear Heloise: Just wanted to share a recent experience that might be of value. In our bedroom,
New officers and series announced
CANFIELD -- Dr. Randy Tharp was installed at president of the Monday Musical Club during a meeting
NHL Lemieux: Dispute will cost players
The Pens owner says the union rejected a better deal in February. PRESTO, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh
Energy agenda is almost done
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate neared completion of a sweeping national energy agenda late Thursday
Company withdraws zoning change idea
HOWLAND -- Universal Development has withdrawn its request to change the zoning of 31.7 acres in the
In simpler times, songs were on vinyl
Opinion: I saw a newspaper article the other day explaining why graduates should commit themselves to
Extra weekend patrols target drunk drivers
Extra weekend patrols target drunk drivers YOUNGSTOWN -- The Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task
FORMULA ONE RACING Walkout at Indy may be end to F1 in States
ASSOCIATED PRESS When 14 Formula One drivers walked out the back gate at Indianapolis Motor
Players react to slow round
Leader Furyk said the pace worked for him; Singh said it ruins the rhythm of play. HARRISON, N.Y.
'Empire' inspired by history
The epic doesn't let facts stand in the way of a good story. By LYNN ELBER ASSOCIATED PRESS
Today is Friday, June 24, the 175th day of 2005. There are 190 days left in the year. On this date in 1948, Communist forces cut off all land and water routes between West Germany and West Berlin,
Today is Friday, June 24, the 175th day of 2005. There are 190 days left in the year. On this date
PARKING RESTRICTIONS | Boardman Trustees are considering banning parking on township streets that measure 22 feet in width or less. The streets:
Afton Avenue, Alburn Drive, Allan Drive, Amherst Avenue, Anderson Drive, Aravesta Avenue, Argyle
INVESTMENT SCANDALS 2 sides spar over agreement to pay back money
Three risky funds caused a state fund for injured workers to lose $220 million and violated policy.