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Schools decrease deficit, still must borrow $8.5M
The board will meet Aug. 4 to finalize plans for two potential levies. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: July 4 Arrest: Police arrested a 30-year-old
Leyland symbolizes Pittsburgh
He was the Pirates manager from 1986-96. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A couple of Detroit Tigers rooters
Indians resurrect hall of fame
The team's last induction ceremony was in 1972. CLEVELAND (AP) -- It's hard to imagine that former
The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen
The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen BEFORE THE RACE: Bus racer Bill Clepper of Freeport, Pa., unchains
Judge orders another hearing on competency
The woman repeatedly called the FBI, even after she was told not to. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
Death toll climbs to 190 in Bombay train blasts
Transportation security worldwide was increased in the wake of the terror attack. BOMBAY, India
Psychedelic rocker dies
He left Pink Floyd and lived reclusively for decades. LONDON (AP) -- Syd Barrett, the troubled
Suspicious blaze displaces 11 people
There was another suspicious fire earlier that night. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA
NOTEBOOK \ From PNC Park
Streaks: The National League won 11 straight All Star Games from 1972-82. The NL also won eight
Board considers manager to help superintendent
Members said they'd like more discussion before creating the position. AUSTINTOWN -- The board of
Trustees appoint interim police chief
Chief Jeffrey Patterson is leaving to join the Summit County prosecutor's office. By DENISE DICK
Texas makes cow sculpture butter
The necessary unsalted butter is not produced in Ohio, a spokeswoman said. COLUMBUS (AP) --
A strange marriage proposed in a new world of carmakers
Editorial: The alliance between General Motors, Nissan and Renault that has been proposed by one of the
Bush links tax cuts to higher returns
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush is crediting his tax cuts for new deficit figures that are far
Candace Cummins T. Jonas Svensson
CANDACE CUMMINS T. JONAS SVENSSON HUBBARD -- The wedding of Candace M. Cummins and T. Jonas
THURSDAY
THURSDAY St. John Greek Orthodox Church, 4955 Glenwood Ave., Boardman, will hold a spaghetti
Mr. Cub impressed with today's hitters
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mr. Cub stopped in his tracks when he saw the new Home Run Derby champ. "Who
INDIANS Hall of Fame
The Indians will induct the following seven players into their hall of fame in a pregame ceremony
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Baltimore 5, Cleveland 4 Tampa Bay 6, N.Y. Yankees 5 Texas 5,
Today is Wednesday, July 12, the 193rd day of 2006. There are 172 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, July 12, the 193rd day of 2006. There are 172 days left in the year. On this
OHIO AMATEUR FIRST-ROUND
OHIO AMATEUR FIRST-ROUND BEACHWOOD -- First-round results Tuesday from the 100th Ohio Amateur golf
TRACK Record set in hurdles by Xiang
American Dominique Arnold was second in the 110, also faster than the previous record. LAUSANNE,
Somewhere, an English teacher is crying
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Jim Guigli writes the kind of stories that you simply can't not put down.
CLASS B PLAYOFFS
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Amy Wolfgang Scott Pawling
AMY WOLFGANG SCOTT PAWLING BOARDMAN -- Married June 3 at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church were Dr.
Koppel not sitting idle after exiting 'Nightline'
The former anchor lamented the lack of attention to important issues. NEW YORK (AP) -- Now that
Aging agency to get $5K monthly
Negotiations have been going on since January. WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners are
Hints can help make picnics less messy
Dear Heloise: With the pleasant weather, I'm thinking picnics, and I know three very good hints, one
Metroparks system seeks grant for land
The Lakeshore Drive sewer project will have a public hearing Aug. 9. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
ATHLETISSIMA RESULTS
ATHLETISSIMA RESULTS Tuesday At Pontaise Stadium Lausanne, Switzerland (All race distances
MY, WHAT A LOVELY COUPLE!
My, what a lovely couple! Iowa State University's swans Lancelot and Elaine, above, admire their
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis 'I have had a perfectly wonderful evening ...'
Frank Ferrante, a Los Angeles-based actor, portrays comedy genius Groucho Marx during "An Evening
& lt;B & gt;BUSCH, & lt;/B & gt;William, 81, of Youngstown; calling
& lt;B & gt;BUSCH, & lt;/B & gt;William, 81, of Youngstown; calling hours Friday
Study: Daily activities help to prolong life
Activity may reduce mortality by 50 percent in seniors. CHICAGO (AP) -- Forget jumping jacks and
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA D.C. United1215413314 New England656242321
Shots for Girard kids
Shots for Girard kids The well-child immunization clinic is at 11:30 a.m. today at Girard Health
Officials weigh septic system grants
The county has preferred in the past to use the money for house repairs. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
"That was a great (spacewalk) and it showed that Aggies can be taught to work locks, latches and anything else. Miracles never cease."
Opinion: "That was a great (spacewalk) and it showed that Aggies can be taught to work locks, latches and
3 mayors discuss cooperation, growth
The mayors say regional cooperation can revitalize the Mahoning Valley. THE VINDICATOR By DAVID
SARA VANGORDER K. WADE CALHOUN
SARA VANGORDER K. WADE CALHOUN XBOARDMAN -- The wedding of K. Wade Calhoun and Sara Rae VanGorder,
Good news: Schools saved on car insurance
YOUNGSTOWN -- Shopping around for a better deal netted the Youngstown city schools a $120,000
History shows 'cut and run' not a new policy
Opinion: By THOMAS MICHAEL HOLMES HISTORY NEWS SERVICE Karl Rove's recent "cut and run" accusations
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Niles Youth League -- will have a tournament for players age 7-12. For information, call
Burning flag isn't a freedom the Founders had in mind
Opinion: Burning flag isn't a freedom the Founders had in mind EDITOR: I am writing in regard to the
Dying man should not tell wife about affair
Dear Annie: For the last 25 years, I have been in an intimate relationship with "Horace," a married
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Batavia (Phillies)117.611-- Scrappers (Indians)129.5711/2
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Western Reserve Joint Fire District Board of Trustees, 7:30 p.m., Poland Township
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Police Woman (Whitney)4.602.602.40 Dixie N Spades
LIQUOR LICENSES
LIQUOR LICENSES Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and
Coroner rules suicide
Coroner rules suicide SALINEVILLE -- Columbiana County Coroner Dr. William Graham has issued a
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John J. Ruffin, 62, of 1655 Chippawa, Albrightsville, Pa., and
COLUMBIANA CO. Salem company has big plans
The company expects increasing demand for its trailers. THE VINDICATOR By D.A. WILKINSON
Nine friends from Delphi win lottery
The men had been buying tickets together for 16 years. ANDERSON, Ind. (AP) -- Nine auto parts
Mayor says crime report wasn't relayed to police
The village will receive a $99,000 grant to install streetlights. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
Drug policy is working, commissioner says
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Bud Selig stuck up for baseball's drug-testing program Tuesday and insisted the
Newton Falls man sought in robbery
Police had the suspect on the phone until he turned it off. THE VINDICATOR By TIM YOVICH
Ex-funeral director guilty of theft from clients
SIDNEY, Ohio (AP) -- A former funeral director was convicted Tuesday of stealing $200,000 from about
Daughtry signs deal
NEW YORK (AP) -- Coming in fourth place on "American Idol" isn't so bad. Chris Daughtry has signed
American League wins All-Star game
American League wins All-Star game CHUCK TANNER of New Castle, former manager of the Pittsburgh
Salem company has big plans
The company expects increasing demand for its trailers. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
Prosecutors reject assault charge
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Prosecutors rejected a sexual assault claim against Los Angeles Lakers center
Northern Ohio urgently needs blood donors
About 12,000 transfusions will be needed this week at 57 local hospitals in northern Ohio and the
Associated Press
Associated Press CHAOS: Commuters check what's left of a train after one of eight explosions in
Bush says U.S. must comply with Geneva
Congress will debate the issues at the height of election season. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Bush
TOUR DE FRANCE
TOUR DE FRANCE Tuesday's results At Lorient, France Ninth Stage 105.3 miles from Bordeaux to
Alumni ties keep presidents on school payroll
KENT (AP) -- Rather than cut ties completely, Kent State University -- like other universities these
ALL GROWN UP
All grown up Michelle Wie tries again to make a cut at a PGA Tour event this weekend, the John
Bombings kill 60 in especially bloody day
Groups continue to strike back after the rape and killing of an Iraqi woman. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Montoya leaving immediately
He could run a few Nextel Cup events for Chip Ganassi before the end of this season. ASSOCIATED
Forsberg could be ready for season
The outlook for the Philadelphia Flyers forward is very good. ASSOCIATED PRESS PHILADELPHIA --
Kenseth in conflict with anyone behind a wheel
The driver said that he was going too slow when Jeff Gordon hit him Sunday at Chicagoland Speedway.
House takes first step at regulation
A bill to ban credit card use for the popular pastime will be sent to the Senate. WASHINGTON (AP)
Lying is always wrong, most of the time
A study has inconsistent, or perhaps, dishonest responses about lying. ASSOCIATED PRESS It can
Elizabeth Taylor speaks about her love of food
Elizabeth Taylor speaks about her love of food NEW YORK -- Elizabeth Taylor, who has been thin and
Four referred to prosecutor's office
The board declined a budget cut aimed at trimming precincts. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Josh Rodriguez signed, sealed, on field in a jiffy
It didn't take long for the former Rice player to impress Mahoning Valley manager Rouglas Odor. By
Patricia Diorio Christopher Clautti
PATRICIA DIORIO CHRISTOPHER CLAUTTI POLAND -- Holy Family Church was the setting at 1:30 p.m. June
Sheriff, CCA compete for recycling contract
Billak said his agency has some $100,000 invested in the recycling program. By NANCY TULLIS
Another shot at history: Wie hoping to make cut
Babe Zaharias was the last woman to make the cut on the PGA Tour -- in 1945. SILVIS, Ill. (AP) --
Warming to a ruling?
Editorial: The Providence Journal: Whether the nine U.S. Supreme Court justices have had time to take in "An
Sometimes notes reveal life lessons
A slice of life resides inside a recipe box. By De MAR REGIER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Some
ON THE TOURS This week's pro golf events
PGA TOUR John Deere Classic Silvis, Ill. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Course: TPC Deere Run (7,193
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Daniel and Tracie Roberts, Youngstown, boy, July 10.
HAPPY HORSE?
HAPPY HORSE? Associated Press WET AND WILD: A horse named Versalles enjoys the spray from Pablo
Armenian 'meat dough' satisfies like a pizza
By ROBIN MATHER JENKINS CHICAGO TRIBUNE A stop at a Middle Eastern bakery and a stack of freshly
All-Star tweaking is overdue
PITTSBURGH -- If Derek Jeter could be baseball commissioner for one day (say in mid-July), the
Veterans get boost in federal job hiring
The old rules treated Iraq differently from other conflicts. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Veterans who have
GM, Delphi changes keep job training center busy
A spokesman said workers taking buyouts probably won't qualify for unemployment. By ED RUNYAN
Solution sought for mobile homes
Supervisors also discussed a proposed ban on billboards on several highways. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
State prison workers use new injection rules
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Prison workers followed new execution guidelines with an inmate scheduled to die
More precise DNA testing frees man after 18 years in prison on rape charge
The man hasn't said whether he'll sue for compensation. HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) -- A man who spent 18
COMMISSIONERS At Lake Milton
Mahoning County commissioners approved the following Tuesday during their meeting in Milton
No charges in drownings
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Investigators called the drownings of five children on a church picnic an accident
Tanner moved to tears by All-Star call
Astros manager Phil Garner was on Tanner's 1979 World Series team. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Chuck Tanner
"Nightmares & amp; Dreamscapes: From the Stories of Stephen King" (9 p.m., TNT): Keep all the lights on! It's an anthology series of "Twilight Zone"-like tales that dabble in the creepy
"Nightmares & amp; Dreamscapes: From the Stories of Stephen King" (9 p.m., TNT): Keep all the
A double dose of victory: Leece keys Astro Falcons
The Astros took a one-game lead in the championship series. By ZACH STIPE VINDICATOR STAFF
Playoffs headed to cable; World Series still on FOX
TNT and TBS will televise the Division Series. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Riders head for the mountains
The next few days should make sense of a wide-open race. DAX, France (AP) -- Now for the hard
AP file photo, July 30, 1999
AP file photo, July 30, 1999 COW SCANDAL? Dan Ross has been creating sculptures of a butter cow at
Court battle avoided in water plant dispute
Some residents want city officials to consider a proposal from Youngstown. By NANCY TULLIS
Tradition and spectacle make for great experience
The fair will introduce car racing for the first time this year. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
Tunnel collapse kills 1, prompts new scrutiny
The state's governor is attempting to remove the turnpike chief. BOSTON (AP) -- At least 12 tons
We should be more like our enemies
Opinion: Here are two multiple choice questions: If you had to select which agency or body you would rather
Initiative to improve region seeks input of public through the Web
YOUNGSTOWN -- An initiative to improve Northeast Ohio is seeking input from the public through its
Football stadium still needs luck, donations
The Nest Builders are hoping for some dry weather. CANFIELD -- An organization that is renovating
Rather to join HDNet
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- Saying the news "needs backers who won't back down," former CBS anchor Dan
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Anyone thinking of remodeling a kitchen might want to check out the August issue of Consumer Reports, in which magazine ranks appliances, flooring and countertops based on its independent testing.
Anyone thinking of remodeling a kitchen might want to check out the August issue of Consumer
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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SANDLOT ROUNDUP Mickey Mantle Tournament
Astro Falcons 8, Heights Titans 7, 10 innings STRUTHERS -- Astro Falcons scored the tying and
His two-run triple rallied the American League to a 3-2 win.
His two-run triple rallied the American League to a 3-2 win. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS
Indian casinos double up on Las Vegas
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Tribal casinos pulled in $22.6 billion in gambling revenue last year, double the
Fingerprinting laws not always followed in Ohio
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The state says more must be done to prevent some criminal offenses from slipping
Bush must intervene in Gaza
Opinion: No one should be surprised that Israel would react harshly when Palestinians shell its towns, and
Study: Imported tuna may be a health risk
Some foreign tuna has dangerously high mercury levels, says the study. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR