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Boardman Police Chief Applicants

Fifty-eight people have applied to be the township’s next police chief.


NOTEBOOK | Browns

Edwards closing in on debut: Wide receiver Braylon Edwards may be on the verge of his exhibition


GOP's focus on values is not new

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 By MARSHA MERCER MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON — As


Iran blocks inspectors from site

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Iran has also been defiant in other ways, officials said. TEHRAN, Iran


NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS Through Aug. 20 Points 1, Jimmie Johnson, 3,365. 2, Matt Kenseth,


Tod Children's Hospital is a valuable community asset

Opinion: Tod Children's Hospital is a valuable community asset EDITOR: As the parents of three young


Tuesday, August 22, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHAvg. Mauer Min10840363144.357 Jeter

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHAvg. Mauer Min10840363144.357 Jeter


BROOKFIELD SCHOOLS

BROOKFIELD SCHOOLS The Brookfield Local Board of Education met recently and: Voted to bring


Negative image holding back area, tech experts say

The Youngstown incubator is the best-kept secret in Ohio, an official said. By DAVID SKOLNICK


1930s style inspires OutKast CD and movie

1930s style inspires OutKast CD and movie Ask Andre Benjamin of OutKast why the jazzy splendor of


U.S. to offer rules governing Lebanon peacekeeping force

Israeli officials don't want troops from countries that don't recognize Israel. LOS ANGELES TIMES


Ward tries to get ready for Friday

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 He's missed both of Pittsburgh's exhibition games with a hamstring injury.


Try limiting greetings that are affectionate

Dear Annie: I am an 82-year-old grandfather and have a recent problem. At least, as far as I know,


Thailand's kids may benefit from arrest in JonBenet case

Editorial: John Mark Karr may or may not end up being tied to the murder 10 years ago of JonBenet Ramsey, the 6


Sweet: We must embrace change

By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Change has been a hallmark of his


Mahoning CSEA offering 'Deal'

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — People whose driver's licenses have been suspended


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 2, Red Sox 1 BOSTON -- New York completed a historic five-game sweep at


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace William and Sharon Williamson, Salem, boy, Aug. 20. Ron and


A shot in the arm for Columbiana Co.?

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Similar plants have been built in South Africa and China. By D.A.


Trial set to begin for man suspected in robbery spree

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 WARREN — A 36-year-old Niles man is set to go on trial today to face


Park-Porter renovation costs cause clash

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Commissioner Polivka was told that renovation estimates exceed $4 million.


Board to renovate former public library

The building will house the school district's administration offices. By VIRGINIA ROSS


Bond issue for schools to go before Hubbard voters

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 HUBBARD — Hubbard school officials hope district voters will allow


Court suspends license of Warren lawyer

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 COLUMBUS — The Ohio Supreme Court has placed the law license of a


Council takes step to buy land for water-well field

Police and fire chiefs' salaries are still up in the air. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Abbi L. Blyler to be bride of Ronald DeLisio Jr.

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Announcement of the engagement of Abbi Leigh Blyler of Austintown and


Warning added to drug

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Food and Drug Administration on Monday announced changes to the labels for


MILTON TOWNSHIP | Zoning rules Milton Township Zoning Commission discussed these items at its Monday night meeting:

Township trustees will meet at 9 a.m. Aug. 29 at the township hall to consider a zoning change for


diocesan schools

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 DIOCESAN SCHOOLS First day of classes Pupils in the Diocese of Youngstown


"The Islamic Republic of Iran has made its own decision and in the nuclear case, God...

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 "The Islamic Republic of Iran has made its own decision and in the nuclear


Lowe's anticipates decline in earnings

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The home improvement sector is facing a slowdown, an analyst says.


League, union seeking dismissal of players' suit

ATLANTA (AP) -- The NFL and its union say a lawsuit filed by six current and former players seeking


Death ruled accidental

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Death ruled accidental LIBERTY — The death of Joseph J. Cramer, who


British charge 11 in alleged plot

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 A female suspect wasn't charged. CHICAGO TRIBUNE LONDON — Laying out


Sheik connection causes some trouble

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The effort to secure release of the hostage takes many twists and turns.


Sports Digest

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 LOCAL Babe Ruth roundup *WILSON, N.C. — Matt Shelton's single with


W. not following in Dad's footsteps

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 In handling the latest Middle East crisis, President Bush has shown once


Chief: No security requested for game

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Police said the shooting was drug-related and not tied to the game. By


Tiger ready to roll again

All signs point toward Tiger Woods being ready to go on another roll. His victory in the PGA


Today is Tuesday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2006. There are 131 days left in the...

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Today is Tuesday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2006. There are 131 days left


Welce-Boerio engagement is announced

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 COLUMBIANA — The engagement of Jodee Lynn Welce and Vincent Michael


Tagliabue ready to hand over reins

He'll step down in 10 days with Roger Goodell taking over the job. NEW YORK (AP) -- After 17


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Chamoix (Gonzalez)3.002.102.10 Tap Machine


Roadside bomb kills U.S. soldier near Baghdad

Two Marines and a U.S. sailor were killed Sunday. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A roadside bomb killed a


Free socks for kids

Free socks for kids A giveaway of socks for children of all ages is planned from 2 to 4 p.m.


Garage sale fee increase is revisited

The original ordinance amendment was defeated in earlier this summer. By ERIC GROSSO VINDICATOR


Christian Science Monitor

Christian Science Monitor LAST INTERVIEW: When she was released, Jill Carroll carried with her the


Browns' defense tough in middle

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Nose tackle Ted Washington brings loads of experience to the defense.


U.S. gets wake-up call in Mideast

Opinion: By RICHARD K. BETTS LOS ANGELES TIMES Being a superpower is handy. No government in the world


CARDINALS: ARIZONA RELEASED SIX PLAYERS, UPGRADED FULLBACK JAMES HODGINS TO THE...

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Cardinals: Arizona released six players, upgraded fullback James Hodgins to


Stock Listing of Local Interest

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .46, 22.23 22.86 Avalon


WOMEN'S NBA PLAYOFFS

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 WOMEN'S NBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-3) EASTERN CONFERENCE


Student shares tips for college roommate rules

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Dear Heloise: When it comes to getting ready for college, there are a few


Youngstown native dreamed up idea for 'Snakes On A Plane'

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The 1967 East High grad walked the red carpet behind Samuel L.


Environment, genetics may affect sensitive skin

Care of the skin depends on what is causing the reaction. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Sensitive


School board accepts donations of piano, $450 in change

McDONALD -- The McDonald Board of Education accepted a donation of a $6,000 Yamaha upright piano for


NOTEBOOK | Scrappers vs. Muckdogs

Team leader: First baseman Andy Lytle provided three of the Scrappers' seven hits, including a


Cash needed for band instruments

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Warren Junior Military Band will be forced to hold a fund-raising event to


McCain stumps for DeWine in Ohio

The presidential hopeful said his friend is facing a tough re-election effort. By DAVID SKOLNICK


HOUSING UNITS

HOUSING UNITS Mahoning, Shenango valleys The U.S. Census Bureau released estimated housing unit


Blues festival planned for B&O banquet hall

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The winner of the band competition will compete in Memphis, Tenn. in


Madden NFL 07 available

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Last year's version became the top-selling video game in the United States.


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3027.526— Scrappers


Poland High School Class of 1956 will hold a 40th reunion. There will be an informal gathering at 8

Poland High School Class of 1956 will hold a 40th reunion. There will be an informal gathering at 8


Canfield boys open with 3-1 victory

BELOIT -- Tim Hutchinson, Kyle Reese and Jason Murdoch scored goals as Canfield High opened its


Population decreases, but housing number increases

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The area lagged behind the rest of the nation. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Batavia wins, 1-0, to put heat on Scrappers

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Tonight, the Scrappers open a three-game set against Jamestown at Eastwood


Ryan nets $50G to battle pupil truancy

The truancy intervention program will benefit 50 Trumbull County pupils. BY AMANDA GARRETT


Board OKs creating job of business services director

The board will consider buying land for a new bus center. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF


MONDAY'S RESULTS

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 MONDAY'S RESULTS BOYS GOLF JACKSON-MILTON 165, LOWELLVILLE 184 Jackson-


Smoltz shuts out Pirates

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The Atlanta pitcher won his fifth straight home start, blanking Pittsburgh,


NATION

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 NATION Former president gets a pacemaker FORMER President Ford received a


JUDGE ASKED TO UNSEAL DOCUMENTS IN RAMSEY CASE

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Judge asked to unseal documents in Ramsey case BOULDER, Colo. — Media


KSU to buy junior high building

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The district will promote a wellness program for pupils and staff. By D.A.


2006 tournament earns a profit, organizer says

The owner paid the loan on time and with interest. VIENNA -- The second year of the PONY Fastpitch


Blackwell, Indiana governor share idea

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Ohio's gubernatorial candidate wants to use lease money to improve roads


AMERICAN LEAGUE YANKEES 2, RED SOX 1

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 AMERICAN LEAGUE YANKEES 2, RED SOX 1 NEW YORKBOSTON abrhbiabrhbi MeCbr


Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Poland High School Class of 1956 will hold a 40th reunion. There will be

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Poland High School Class of 1956 will hold a 40th reunion. There will be


Notre Dame's McKnight eager to show his talents

The Irish receiver missed the last 10 games of the 2005 season. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Notre


GAME TIME Today

Who: Jamestown Jammers at Scrappers When: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390)


Chevy Centre deficit at least $80,000

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The center is now running at a deficit. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL


Bledsoe's exhibition debut paces Cowboys to 30-7 win over Saints

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) — Drew Bledsoe lobbed two passes into the end


Part 8: No. 1 target shifts to Shiites

One of the captors wore his suicide vest day and night. By JILL CARROLL CHRISTIAN SCIENCE


SUNDAY'S GAMES

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 SUNDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Texas 7, Detroit 6 Cleveland 9, Tampa Bay


Business News Digest

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 REGION American Way adds jobs in Lordstown move LORDSTOWN —


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT Dennis J. Dunham is the new superintendent of South Range schools. A listing in


Gains to file motion in battle over Oakhill buy

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The county officials argue that Gains can't represent them and the


LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES At South Williamsport, Pa. All Times EDT


Refuse to succumb, mayor says

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — Mayor Jay Williams said it would be "unfortunate" if the


Burton has no room for error to make the Chase

He's currently in ninth place with three races remaining. By JENNA FRYER ASSOCIATED PRESS


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA D.C. United1328473920


Penguins' 'O' line has lots of depth

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Three senior backups are ready to help out any way they can. By PETE


& lt;B & gt;AUSTIN, & lt;/B & gt;Nancy, 67, of Sharon, Pa.; calling

& lt;B & gt;AUSTIN, & lt;/B & gt;Nancy, 67, of Sharon, Pa.; calling hours Wednesday


Blues festival planned for B & amp;O banquet hall

The winner of the band competition will compete in Memphis, Tenn. in February. THE VINDICATOR


Vouchers: A wasteful idea

Opinion: Minneapolis Star Tribune: Although voters widely oppose them and research shows mixed results,


FOOTBALL

FOOTBALL 2006-07 BOWL SCHEDULE Subject to Change All Times EST Dec. 19 -- Poinsettia Bowl at


Start of school year is time to establish routines

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Harried parents can now schedule much-needed time for themselves. By


TODAY

TODAY 6:30 a.m. (ESPN2) Basketball: U.S. vs. Slovenia. 11 a.m. (ESPN2) Baseball: Asia vs.


Both vulnerable. South deals.

Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH -K Q 8 6 5 4 3 -A 8 4 -A 5 -10 WEST EAST -10


Driver going to prison for cyclist's death

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 YOUNGSTOWN — A man charged with aggravated vehicular homicide in the


NEW ON VIDEO This week's DVD releases

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 "Poseidon": The new year gets off to a bad start for a boat load of


Russia joins ranks of high rollers

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 By YURI FILIPPOV RIA NOVOSTI MOSCOW — Gambling fever has found its


NFL PRESEASON

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 NFL Preseason FavoritePointsUnderdog Thursday, August 24th.


Recent reported criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown:

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Recent reported criminal activity in Canfield city and Austintown:


AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING

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Annie Lee to return to classroom

The district will pay $27 an hour to the nurse accompanying the injured girl. By TIM YOVICH


58 vie to become township police chief

Trustees will discuss the next step in filling the position Wednesday. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


Cink, Verplank round out team

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 MEDINAH, Ill. (AP) — Tom Lehman sorted through numbers on a chart and


Mayor presents owner with the key to Warren

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 The event Monday was a surprise to the owner. BY AMANDA GARRETT


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher L. Liptak, 29, of 60 Henry Drive, Struthers, and


Shannon Britsch, Pascual Zamudio are engaged

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Announced by Pascual Zamudio Jr. of Poland and Denise Serensky of Berlin


Israeli airstrike targets home in northern Gaza

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli aircraft fired two missiles at a


Arbiter upholds the firing of patrolman

Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Young has no other source of appeal for his discharge. By WILLIAM K.


NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESEASON AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA Miami110.5003941