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NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Can We Talk (Grismore)7.603.402.20 Rinestone Sammy (Fisher


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses July 13 At Moscow, Marat Mazimbaev, Kazakhstan, vs.


TOBACCO Billion likely to die from smoking in this century

Tobacco will kill more than half of today's smokers, data predict. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Curbing


CHAMP CAR WORLD SERIES

CHAMP CAR WORLD SERIES GRAND PRIX OF TORONTO Sunday At Exhibition Place Toronto Lap


Career rebuilt, Detroit's Rogers gets nod for AL

The 41-year-old has gone 11-3, leading the Tigers to baseball's best record. By TOM WILLIAMS


Deadline looms for decision on dam

Plans for a temporary breach had been drawn up in 2001. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR


Challenging repairs done to space station

HOUSTON (AP) -- In a routine but difficult spacewalk Monday, two astronauts fixed a crucial piece of


TODAY

TODAY Noon (FSN Ohio) Volleyball: AVP. Noon (FSN Pitt) "Inside Pirates Baseball." 7 p.m. (FSN


A witch! A witch! ... oh, wait, not a witch

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) -- The Witch of Pungo is no longer a witch. Gov. Timothy M. Kaine on


NOTEBOOK Scrappers vs. Ironbirds

On the move: It was only a matter of time before the Scrappers' rehab players started returning to


The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications and has issued new permits.

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications


Officials present 2 of 6 projects designed to alleviate flooding

One property owner doesn't believe the project will fix the problem. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


N. Korea in dark ages

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- No Man's Land, which stretches eerily between North Korea and South Korea, is like no


Tribe looking up ... at Tigers; Trades likely in second half

Bob Wickman and Ben Broussard could be on their way out. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Fourth place and 181/2


Crowds flock to hear rock legends

The group is co-headlining on tour with 3 Doors Down. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Valdez's strong outing helps Scrappers win, 4-0

Five pitchers combined on a one-hitter for Mahoning Valley. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS


Bucs regressing, not progressing

Despite a busy off-season, the Pirates seem headed for a 100-loss season. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The


Ex-Pride player's bond set high in shooting of officer

A request to lower the amount of bond was denied. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


LOCAL

LOCAL Little League roundup *CANFIELD -- The Ohio District 2 Little League baseball tournament,


NASCAR may add another big name

Danica Patrick is considering leaving the Indy Racing League. THE ORLANDO SENTINEL JOLIET, Ill.


Trainer asks to post bail, leave prison

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry Bonds' personal trainer asked a federal appeals court Monday to allow


Insurers' data wrong, Medicare study says

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Seniors should think twice about relying on guidance from private insurers when


Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:

Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD July 4


Council considers refunds on traffic-camera tickets

Some want a court order to release the funds. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Carli Smith to be August bride of Dustin Cramer

AUSTINTOWN -- Mark and Leann Smith, 4941 Norquest Blvd., are announcing the engagement of their


Worker shortage stalls repairs

Residents must live in the house for a year before they can obtain a loan. By AMANDA GARRETT


Bush & amp; Co. stepping on our liberties

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Who shall guard against the guardians? It was the most important question posed in


Officials answer questions about tornadoes

The city uses its own storm warning system. By ERIC GROSSO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEWTON


DANICA CONTEMPLATES MOVE

Danica contemplates move Following the announcement that Juan Pablo Montoya will race in NASCAR's


Official predicts fall for ethanol prices

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Making ethanol from sugar could be profitable with the current high demand for


What's in a name? For some Iraqis, a death sentence

Shiite gunmen identified Sunnis by their IDs in a Sunday attack. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A bookstore


MLB BOXSCORES

LATE SUNDAY NATIONAL LEAGUE CARDINALS 7, ASTROS 5 12 innings ST. LOUISHOUSTON abrhbiabrhbi


WOMEN'S NBA

WOMEN'S NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Connecticut145.737-- Detroit136.6841


Rather to return to news on NBA owner's network

Rather to return to news on NBA owner's network Dan Rather is about to announce his comeback.


It's WWIII, and the United States is out of ideas

Opinion: By MICHAEL GOODWIN NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Last week's headlines prove the point: North Korea fires


"If we accept that there is no other option to prevent an attack ... there is the view that

Opinion: "If we accept that there is no other option to prevent an attack ... there is the view that


AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING

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Net equality, not neutrality

Opinion: Seattle Times: The U.S. Senate still has a chance to ensure that the Internet remains universally


The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen

The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen FINAL DETAILS: Judi Kelley and her father, John Ward, both of


Chaney High School Class of 1956 will celebrate its 50th reunion Sept. 9 at the Holiday Inn on South

Chaney High School Class of 1956 will celebrate its 50th reunion Sept. 9 at the Holiday Inn on South


Mayor won't renew contracts

Williams said service has become confusing and redundant over the years. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY


Recruiting Web sites aid players

Many high school players put highlight videos on the Web to attract attention. By SETH EMERSON


Parents announce date for Picciano, Jankowski rite

The engagement of Janelle M. Picciano, 30 E. Huron, Chicago, and Ryan A. Jankowski, 1560 W.


Sanchez, Bay provide highlight for Pirates

Sanchez is tied with Nomar Garciaparra for the NL's best batting average. By TOM WILLIAMS


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Burwell C. Baddeley II, 41, of 745 N. 17th St., Sebring, and


Zoning debate tense

A trustee told a resident to leave the meeting. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Board meeting canceled

Board meeting canceled The New Castle Board of Education meeting scheduled for Wednesday night has


Lightning sparks fires; heavy rains flood roads

Two firefighters suffered minor injuries battling a blaze in Austintown. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


A meeting place for a bee and butterfly

A meeting place for a bee and butterfly A BEE and a monarch butterfly found some common ground --


3 mayors discuss cooperation, growth

The mayors say regional cooperation can revitalize the Mahoning Valley. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Visiting the U.S. no longer a breeze for Poles

Opinion: By BOGDAN KIPLING MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE WARSAW, Poland -- Dale Carnegie's "How to Win Friends and


GAME TIME Wednesday

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


Notorious Chechen dies in an explosion

Local officials said the blast happened accidentally during a police operation. EKAZHEVO, Russia


NEW ON HOME VIDEO This week's releases

"Basic Instinct 2": It took years of studio maneuvering for this sequel to Sharon Stone's hit


Police, fire levies to go on ballot in Liberty Twp.

LIBERTY -- Trustees voted Monday to place a pair of five-year renewal levies on the Nov. 7 general


Campbell municipal judge feeds entitlement culture

Editorial: It's bad enough when an officeholder ignores the fiscal crisis confronting government and grants pay


Whatever suits you is hot at the beach

Brown is anything but boring for beachwear this summer. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS If you're the type


ALL-STAR NOTEBOOK \ PNC Park

Additions: Twins rookie pitcher Francisco Liriano was named to the American League squad Monday to


Be careful when walking alone at night

Dear Heloise: In one of your columns, you discussed safety while out alone. Another suggestion is to


Firestone project keeps on thriving

The housing development is attracting local residents and people from other states. By D.A.


Fans still puzzled over head-butt

Zinedine Zidane won the Golden Ball award as the tournament's top player. PARIS (AP) -- Losing the


Megan Wallace, Ryan Kray plan to wed in 2007

AUSTINTOWN -- The engagement of their daughter, Megan Kaye Wallace, and Ryan Dennis Kray, is being


The 160th annual Trumbull County Fair runs through Sunday at the fairgrounds on Everett-Hull Road in Bazetta Township. Events scheduled include:

The 160th annual Trumbull County Fair runs through Sunday at the fairgrounds on Everett-Hull Road in


Walker won't play in '06 after using up eligibility

The North College Hill standout had won consecutive state championships. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Bill


YSU honors institute is largest of 14 in Ohio, its director says

The program is free, with costs picked up by a state grant. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION


Police expect to arrest more suspects in rape of 11-year-old girl

FRESNO, Calif. (AP) -- Police said Monday that more arrests are likely in a rape case involving an


Tips to minimize figure flaws and accent assets

Little things do a lot to make beachwear more flattering. By KATHRYN WEXLER MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS


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& lt;B & gt;BELL, & lt;/B & gt; Eugene L. Jr., 55, of New Springfield; Ohio


Today is Tuesday, July 11, the 192nd day of 2006. There are 173 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, July 11, the 192nd day of 2006. There are 173 days left in the year. On this date


Reader is unsure about completing degree

Dear Annie: I am currently pursuing a degree in teaching. I decided to do this slowly (it's been


Penton balances football and faith

The senior defensive tackle plans to become a preacher when he's done playing. COLUMBUS (AP) --


CANADIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE

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UNITED SOCCER LEAGUES

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Saviers-Celik wedding planned for early August

The engagement of Jennie Sue Saviers and Bryan David Celik is being announced by their parents,


For stealing from helper, man gets prison

The victim said she has to learn not to trust people. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


NHL ROUNDUP \ News and notes

Wild: Restricted free agent defenseman Brent Burns was re-signed to a two-year, $1.65 million


Fellow tenors' absence saddens Placido Domingo

It was the first World Cup in 16 years they didn't perform together. BERLIN (AP) -- Placido


Landis faces surgery to replace injured hip

The 30-year-old plans to have the operation after this year's race. BORDEAUX, France (AP) --


East-West vulnerable. West deals.

East-West vulnerable. West deals. NORTH A 10 9 8 4 8 K 7 4 3 2 J 4 WEST EAST K 6


Barbaro setback worries doctors

The colt is facing major problems for the first time since surgery. KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. (AP) --


GECKO SPREADS THROUGH WESTERN UNITED STATES

Gecko spreads through western United States LAWRENCE, Kan. -- There's a new creature crawling


Director: Late runs to be cut next year

Fuel costs and less federal and state funding have squeezed the authority. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Bill would cut online gambling

Internet betting on horse races would still be legal. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Gamblers who prefer their


Personality connected with WWII servicemen

Men said the petite blonde was the woman they'd like to take home to meet mom. LOS ANGELES (AP) --


Liberals and al-Qaida want no secrets

Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY Maybe we should think of Iraq as a test war. You know,


SUNDAY'S GAMES

SUNDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Baltimore 5, Cleveland 4 Tampa Bay 6, N.Y. Yankees 5 Texas 5,


Was founder and chairman of Howland-based company

He started the company with five employees in one factory. HOWLAND -- The founder of Stoneridge, a


Date is chosen for Butler-Myers autumn wedding

PETERSBURG -- Announcing the engagement of Michelle Butler of New Middletown and A.J. Myers III,


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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Newton Falls man sought in robbery

Police had the suspect on the phone until he turned it off. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Despite Forum's challenges, community comes through

Opinion: Despite Forum's challenges, community comes through EDITOR: I would like to take this


BASEBALL

Baseball FavoriteOddsUnderdog Tuesday, July 11th. All-Star Game at PNC Park-Pittsburgh, PA.


Twice as nice: Howard's homers give Phillies back-to-back titles

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Philadelphia Phillies haven't been big winners for a long time. Thanks to


Switch should be tough, at first

Many open-wheel drivers struggle with stock car racing. By CHRIS JENKINS ASSOCIATED PRESS The


Conjoined twin dies after surgery

SHANGHAI, China (AP) -- One of the 10-month-old conjoined twins who were separated in an unusually


Sizemore hopes for Tribe turnaround

The first-time All-Star didn't expect the Indians to struggle so much. By TOM WILLIAMS


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Batavia (Phillies)117.611-- Scrappers (Indians)129.5711/2


Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Jackson-Milton Board of Education, public hearing, 5:30 p.m. followed by regular


Smith, Snow and Dupree selected as replacements for All-Star game

Tamika Catchings, Becky Hammon and Tina Thompson are injured. NEW YORK (AP) -- Tangela Smith,


Hawaii trip called off

Hawaii trip called off WARREN -- The 212-member Warren G. Harding High School Marching Band will


Food, rides, animals, shows await visitors

More than 400 animals will be at the fair this week. By AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Kelly Morehead and Mack Payalt Jr., Niles, girl, July 8.


Sharks acquire Bell in three-team trade

Ottawa sent forward Martin Havlat to the Blackhawks. ASSOCIATED PRESS The San Jose Sharks