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INTERLEAGUE

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Nothing 'petite' about her indignation

Opinion: By TANYA BARRIENTOS PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER I bought a pair of black capris the other day, knowing


BASEBALL

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Mexicans go to polls to elect a president

Mexicans go to polls to elect a president MEXICO'S President Vicente Fox shows his inked thumb


Nursing moms stage protest

Mothers cannot be prosecuted for nursing in public in Ohio. RACINE, Wis. (AP) -- A woman who said


With tax, WRTA looks to expand

Rider demand and a business plan would have to be studied, a Mahoning County commissioner said. By


Teachers union challenges Congress on education

Teachers union challenges Congress on education ORLANDO, Fla. -- The head of the country's largest


Court finds gerrymandering is in tune with democracy

Editorial: Justice Potter Stewart, talking about hard-core pornography in 1964, said he didn't know exactly how


Youth theater plans classes

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theatre will hold a series of classes July 10-14.


A winning weekend uplifting for Stewart

Daytona was his second win of the season and ended a slump that began six races ago. DAYTONA


Assisted-living facility for poor set for completion in December

Remodeling of McKinley Towers will be finished by late December. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


WNBA | Sunday's game

Comets 77, Monarchs 62 HOUSTON -- Sheryl Swoopes and Michelle Snow each scored 14 points to lead a


FiREWORKS|Safety first

FIREWORKS|Safety first Thousands of people will have their own personal fireworks displays Tueday.


2006 WORLD CUP

2006 WORLD CUP QUARTERFINALS Friday, June 30 At Berlin Germany 1, Argentina 1, Germany won


Habitat for Humanity elects new leaders

Habitat for Humanity elects new leaders YOUNGSTOWN -- Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning County


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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Sorenstam, Hurst tied

They will meet in a playoff today for the U.S. Women's Open championship. NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) --


62-year-old South Side man shot dead in his apartment

By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Police say they have not made any arrests in


Quigley's closing round nets win in Kansas City

The defending champ took the lead by rolling in a birdie putt from 60 feet. OVERLAND PARK, Kan.


Hay fires two-hit, 9-0 shutout

YOUNGSTOWN -- John Hay pitched a two-hit shutout and Adam Cox ripped a two-run home run as


CLASS B LEAGUE

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Outsourcing baby

Opinion: Scripps Howard News Service: Outsourcing started with textiles and automobiles, then call centers


Ohio's universities ask for funds for buildings

The state's university system has more than $3 billion in debt. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Debt at Ohio's


Friend of Lance is overall leader

Frenchman Jimmy Casper won a sprint finish to capture the first stage. STRASBOURG, France (AP) --


Farrow: Darfur needs aid

Farrow: Darfur needs aid WASHINGTON -- Mia Farrow, who recently returned from her second trip to


1 down, 5 to go vs. Doubledays

Mahoning Valley lost to Auburn, 7-4, to drop to 6-7. AUBURN, N.Y. -- A three-run fifth inning


Critical election still too close to call

The country may follow a Latin American trend and move to the left. MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexico's


Webster scholarship to help city youths

Webster was a Warren guy, a patriot and a friend, said the chairman of Fox News. By WILLIAM K.


Annie's Mailbox Ralph just isn't ready yet

Dear Annie: I have been seeing "Ralph" for three years. He and I spend almost all our time together,


Portugal makes comeback to final four

After losing in the first round in 2002, the Portuguese are in the semifinals. BOCHUM, Germany


Opulent baby care center to open in Mason

MASON, Ohio (AP) -- Call it the five-star hotel of the day-care industry. The Creme de la Creme


thistledown results

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 1st--Vegas Trix (Minnock)13.206.203.60 Sweet Cybil (Stokes


Package wrap serves two purposes

Dear Heloise: This is the first year that my son is in college. He is clear across the country, and


Pittsburgh to lead study of AIDS preventions

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- City researchers will lead the study of various women's health care products


Saddam's daughter, wife listed as wanted

The body of former al-Qaida chief al-Zarqawi was buried secretly. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Saddam


Study shows that gradual license laws save lives

In 2004, 41 states had graduated licensing laws. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Laws that set numerous strict


2 senators want Supreme Court's ruling reversed

The Supreme Court holds America responsible to Article 3 of the war rules. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Two


Six counties declared eligible for FEMA aid

COLUMBUS (AP) -- President Bush declared a major disaster Sunday in six storm-ravaged counties in


Answers to weekly quiz

Answers to weekly quiz Q. Vulnerable, you hold: A K J 10 5 A 10 7 4 K 8 6 7 Your right-hand


LOCAL

LOCAL Thunder rolls to first victory SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Josh Orr threw two touchdowns to


State approves plan to borrow $600M for road construction

The cost of construction is on the rise because of fuel costs. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The state approved


Scrappers lose to Auburn

Scrappers lose to Auburn A three-run fifth inning proved to be the difference as the Auburn


ChiSox, Mets have six All-Stars each

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Chicago White Sox and New York Mets filled up the All-Star rosters, earning six


Will it be a penny saved or a penny eliminated?

The 'humble coin' may be on its way out, Mint sources say. PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) -- In this village


NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-PEPSI 400

NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-PEPSI 400 Saturday's results At Daytona International Speedway Daytona


WOMEN'S NBA

WOMEN'S NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Connecticut125.706-- Detroit115.688 1/2


U.S. WOMEN'S OPEN

U.S. WOMEN'S OPEN Sunday At Newport Country Club Newport, R.I. Purse: $3.1 million


Bucs' rally falls short as Tigers win, 9-8

Pittsburgh almost figured out how to win a game that seemed lost. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Detroit


Amateurs need not apply, say Ohio laws

Ohio law keeps bottle rockets and fire crackers grounded. By ZACH STIPE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Israel continues bombing raid on Palestinians over soldier

The prime minister says they will not give in to terrorism. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- Israeli


"This is the worst miscarriage of justice since General Sherman burned Atlanta."

Opinion: "This is the worst miscarriage of justice since General Sherman burned Atlanta." Terry Butts


Officials continue investigating explosion

WARREN -- Fire officials continue investigating a second unusual explosion of a city house in a


Kennywood fights amusement tax

WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. (AP) -- Local officials are upset that the state House has approved a bill that


Five good reasons Americans don't watch soccer

Does this really need an explanation? By CHUCK COHEN CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WE DIDN'T


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Divorces asked Daniel A. Eells Jr., 495 W. New York Ave., Sebring, v. Sandra L.


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)75.583-- Batavia (Phillies)65.545 1/2 State College


Middletown plant still locked out

Other unions are beginning to get involved. MIDDLETOWN (AP) -- There have never been so many well-


Today is Monday, July 3, the 184th day of 2006. There are 181 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Monday, July 3, the 184th day of 2006. There are 181 days left in the year. On this date in


GEORGE F. WILL Justice Kennedy is the new swing vote

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Last July 1, Sandra Day O'Connor announced her decision to vacate the seat from which


Labeling obesity in children is debatable

Some experts are asking for new labels for obese or overweight children. CHICAGO (AP) -- Is it OK


"The Closer" (9 p.m., TNT): It's more stress for poor Brenda on "The Closer." Not only is she

"The Closer" (9 p.m., TNT): It's more stress for poor Brenda on "The Closer." Not only is she


ALL-STAR GAME

ALL-STAR GAME Rosters AMERICAN LEAGUE First Base: x-Jim Thome, White Sox; y-David Ortiz, Red


District chief to retire July 31

The educator has served as superintendent in three local school districts. By HAROLD GWIN


Reunion brings back canine friends

A similar event for cats is planned for Halloween. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


NEW YORK Air-guitar contest strikes chord

Not everyone sees the artistry in the performances. NEW YORK (AP) -- The Bowery Ballroom was


Skimpy success

Eschewed at first, bikinis are now a hallmark of beach attire everywhere. By LEIGH GROGAN


PGA TOUR Henry registers his first victory

J.J. Henry fired a closing 67 and won the Buick Championship by three strokes. CROMWELL, Conn.


TOUR DE FRANCE RESULTS

TOUR DE FRANCE RESULTS Sunday At Strasbourg, France First Stage 114.6 miles beginning and


Poll: Informed choices may still be wrong

WASHINGTON (AP) -- People check the labels on food at the grocery store, but it doesn't stop them


Community band to perform at courthouse

MERCER, Pa. -- The Lawrence Community Band will perform a concert under director Michael Palladino


R & amp;J, Rondinelli win series to gain final

STRUTHERS -- R & amp;J Trucking and Rondinelli Tuxedo swept their best-of-three semifinal series


BRITAIN

Opinion: BRITAIN The Daily Telegraph, London, June 28: The deaths yesterday of two British soldiers in


Shuttle swamped for second day

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) -- Stormy weather prevented NASA from launching Discovery for the second


Coaches' lifestyles not easy

Now that World Cup Soccer is down to four European teams, are South Americans, Asians, Australians


HOW HE SEES IT Selling the legacy of Dr. King -- and the nation

Opinion: By DAVID J. GARROW LOS ANGELES TIMES A consortium of Atlanta-based corporations, led by Mayor


TRUDY RUBIN A grand bargain between U.S., Iran?

Opinion: The most fascinating part of my trip to Iran in late May was how much Iranian officials wanted to


MLB ROUNDUP \ Sunday's other games

INTERLEAGUE Twins 8, Brewers 0 MINNEAPOLIS -- Francisco Liriano struck out a career-high 12 in


Flash! Bang! Whiz! Ouch! Fireworks injuries skyrocket

Four people died from fireworks injuries last year. CHICAGO (AP) -- Backyard use of fireworks and


Schumacher first to win five races at Indianapolis

The German became the first in any series to win at the famed speedway. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Report: Parole officer gave vest to juvenile

The teen wore the bulletproof vest during a robbery in Austintown, police said. AKRON (AP) -- A


fugitive of the week

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Jason Ingram The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the


Area Diamonds | Youth baseball

Tri-T Pony (13-14) Canfield Creekside Fitness 3-12, Struthers Gridiron 2-9 -- Jeffrey Chahine's


Agency proposes updates and increased recycling

The plan addresses waste disposal and recycling over the next 17 years. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


SATURDAY'S GAMES

SATURDAY'S GAMES INTERLEAGUE N.Y. Mets 8, N.Y. Yankees 3 Houston 7, Texas 0 Chicago White


WORTH A LOOK

FESTIVALS XHoly Trinity Romanian Orthodox Church, 626 Wick Ave., Youngstown, will hold a festival


TODAY

TODAY 2 p.m. (FSN Pitt) Volleyball: AVP Tour. 3 p.m. (FSN Ohio) (FSN Pitt) Golf: Cobb's Glen


Three hospitalized after morning crash

BOARDMAN -- Three people were still in St. Elizabeth Medical Center being treated for injuries late


GAME TIME

GAME TIME Today Who: Scrappers at Auburn Doubledays. When: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390).


LEADERBOARD

LEADERBOARD U.S. Women's Open x-Pat Hurst69-71-75-69--284E x-Annika Sorenstam69-71-73-71--


Boone's homer delivers Indians

The third baseman broke a long slump to lead Cleveland to a 6-3 win. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Aaron


Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion

Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Janina and Charles Masters, Canfield, girl, July