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Kokrak holds lead after three rounds

Former Hubbard standout Alex Antonio is third, six shots behind. BEACHWOOD, Ohio (AP) -- Jason


Bush approves court oversight on spying plan

Congress still has to approve the plan. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush has agreed conditionally


"Squirrel Boy" (7 p.m., Cartoon Network): This new animated series sounds pretty darn nutty. It

"Squirrel Boy" (7 p.m., Cartoon Network): This new animated series sounds pretty darn nutty. It


Rain causes woes around state

An Ashtabula County man is missing after a swimming accident. ASSOCIATED PRESS A woman was


Hollywood looks for more input

LOS ANGELES TIMES HOLLYWOOD -- The Motion Picture Association of America said Tuesday that it is


Local man opens skate park to entertain area youths

Skateboarding and in-line skating are more popular than football, a study says. By ZACH STIPE


Scrappers beaten in nightcap, but split with Lowell

Mahoning Valley pitchers walked 10 batters in the 8-3 loss after winning 3-2. LOWELL, Mass. --


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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TRIPLET-BEARER FOLLOWS WITH QUADRUPLE BIRTH

Triplet-bearer follows with quadruple birth LOS ANGELES -- After delivering triplets three years


NASCAR Risky moves have owners worried

Today's safety strides have lulled drivers into a false sense of security. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Major League Soccer

Major League Soccer Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA D.C. United1215413314 New England656242321


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Voting Rights Act still alive at 41

A number of Southern Republicans voted against renewing the bill. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The House


Ethical eating is not a simple equation

Opinion: CASCO BAY, Maine -- It's 8 a.m. and my neighbor, Bob Putnam, has been at work for hours by the time


Women remember experiences on job

The stores were known for Skyscraper cones, chipped ham and Klondikes. By DENISE DICK


Roethlisberger told he was minute from death

The quarteback said he doesn't remember much about last month's motorcycle accident. BRISTOL,


IRL Racer believes Patrick has the tools to tangle

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A fellow IRL driver says Danica Patrick has what it takes to succeed if she


Man will go to trial on homicide charge

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Michael Roberts will go to trial on charges that he bludgeoned Daniel Palumbo to


KEEPING OPTIONS OPEN

Keeping options open While Danica Patrick loves the thrill and excitement of the Indianapolis 500,


RED BUTTONS, 87 Comic won an Oscar for role in 'Sayonara'

He excelled in every phase of show business. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Red Buttons, the carrot-topped


GM, Delphi changes keep job training center busy

A spokesman said workers taking buyouts probably won't qualify for unemployment. THE VINDICATOR


GAME TIME TODAY

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


Right to vote still at stake

Opinion: There were already longstanding -- and of course, totally off-base -- Internet-fueled rumors that


Center gives idle teens activities for summer

The Warren center for young people reopened in June. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


On the SidE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. STRANGE AND CREEPY: It's


Boyhood friend turns on Bonds

Steve Hoskins is talking to investigators about the slugger's steroids use. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Ashlee Taylor and Rayshon Harris, Youngstown, girl, July 9.


Trustees approve renewal levies for November ballot

The police chief is looking for someone to run its juvenile diversion program. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


Curing boredom

Out-of-the ordinary fun can be found at spa parties and camping. By ZACH STIPE VINDICATOR STAFF


COURTS

COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew A. Liller, 26, of 178 Willow Bend Drive,


Blackwell campaign rides free on I-80

His spokesman said the turnpike administration is inefficient. COLUMBUS (AP) -- On a trip last


Fight Schedule

Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses July 14 At Rincon, Calif. (ESPN2), Jason Litzau, St.


Women's NBA

Women's NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Connecticut145.737-- Detroit136.6841


Tribe trumps Twins, Liriano

Bob Wickman earned his 14th save with a perfect ninth inning. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Casey Blake,


B-e-e spells fun for young participants

The spelling bee marked its 20th anniversary at the Trumbull County Fair. By AMANDA GARRETT


Bigger roster pays off

The U.S. team will play exhibition games before opening the world championships. NEW YORK (AP) --


Pennsylvania native secures yellow jersey

Floyd Landis established himself as the favorite to succeed Lance Armstrong. VIELHA, Spain (AP) --


A pinch of sanity

Editorial: Columbia (Mo.) Daily Tribune: Anti-tobacco zealots tore their hair out over the decision by the


Reds hope trade will boost relief pitching

Cincinnati got Gary Majewski and Bill Bray in an eight-player swap. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Worried


Unqualified U.S support of Israel is a dangerous tactic

Editorial: Israel certainly has the right to defend itself, but when most of the world is accusing Israel of a


County in line to buy hospital

Among the building's expenses are $417,000 in real estate taxes. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR


Woman reports man at library kissed her feet, sucked her toe

THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN YOUNGSTOWN -- A 27-year-old Boardman Township woman had a strange man


Youth theater takes aim at Wild West Show

Youth theater takes aim at Wild West Show YOUNGSTOWN -- Hold your horses! Youngstown Playhouse


Today is Friday, July 14, the 195th day of 2006. There are 170 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Friday, July 14, the 195th day of 2006. There are 170 days left in the year. On this date


Suit asking $2M from police dismissed

Warren's safety service director said he had always felt the claim was baseless. By ED RUNYAN


Maurice Clarett says he'll play for Hitmen

Maurice Clarett says he'll play for Hitmen MAURICE CLARETT, former Ohio State standout, announced


Housing authority changes its policies

The changes should keep the authority solvent, the director said. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


Murder trial witness found shot to death

This is the city's second homicide in two days. By SARAH WEBER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Litter chief ticketed for litter offense

The city official admits his property needs to be cleaned. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER


LPGA TOUR Neumann's 65 leads Farr Classic; Lopez struggles

A total of 18 players were within three shots of the leader. SYLVANIA, Ohio (AP) -- Liselotte


Zoeller, Streck share Senior Players lead

The rain-soaked TPC of Michigan is playing much easier for the pros. DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) -- Jay


ATHLETIC GROUPS

ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Sideliners will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens room at the


Editorial about misdeeds of lawyer didn't go far enough

Opinion: Editorial about misdeeds of lawyer didn't go far enough EDITOR: I would like to respond to your


Canadian Football League

Canadian Football League East Division WLTPtsPFPA Montreal30068652 Winnipeg310610363


Wilson's congressional bid hits a snag

Opinion: Jason Burke, largely responsible for rehabilitating state Sen. Charlie Wilson's congressional


Driver is at crossroads of career

Every decision she make is going to be based on who can get her a car that wins. NASHVILLE, Tenn.


Barbaro's condition takes turn for worse

He has a severe case of laminitis and is now a long shot to survive. KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. (AP) --


Justices set limits on police searches in traffic stops

The passenger compartment and the trunk of a car are legally separate. By MICHELE C. HLADIK


HERE'S INFORMATION ON SALEM'S ONGOING BICENTENNIAL. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.SALEMOHIOCHAMBER.ORG.

Here's information on Salem's ongoing bicentennial. For more information, visit


Two face charges in mugging

One of the men took the victim's wallet at gunpoint, police say. By SARAH WEBER VINDICATOR STAFF


BASEBALL

BASEBALL American League CLEVELAND INDIANS--Activated OF Casey Blake from the 15-day DL.


CARTOON NETWORK Pee-wee Herman will make return to television soon

The cult favorite will begin airing Monday. LOS ANGELES TIMES HOLLYWOOD -- You are all lucky


Oh, I know this one ... it's, uh ...

Oh, I know this one ... it's, uh ... Ryan Britton, above, of Bay Village and Jasmine Mason, 8,


State executes man who killed wife

Barton is the third person the state has executed this year. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


NASCAR NEXTEL CUP | Schedule

Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 -- Auto Club 500, Fontana,


MLB ROUNDUP | Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Rangers 15, Orioles 1 BALTIMORE -- Mark Teixeira hit a career-high three homers


R & amp;J battles back to beat Astros in Class B title game

The Falcons committed five errors that led to five runs in the title game. By ZACH STIPE


Illness forces Simpson to cancel concert

This Ashlee Simpson concert planned for Saturday at the Chevrolet Amphitheatre at Station Square,


NFL Commissioner should elected by Aug. 9

Paul Tagliabue plans to retire on Aug. 18. NEW YORK (AP) -- Five weeks before Paul Tagliabue's


CLASS AA LEAGUE

CLASS AA LEAGUE Today, July 14 Youngstown Metros vs. Bud's/DiCioccio Constr., Oakland, 6:15


CHAMP CAR Allmendinger finds new success

After getting fired by RuSport Racing, he's won three straight races. ASSOCIATED PRESS TORONTO


PGA TOUR Wie off to lousy start in John Deere Classic

She found trouble all over the course and opened with a 6-over-par 77. SILVIS, Ill. (AP) -- After


New laptops for police partly funded by grant

Commissioners bolstered the jail staff with promotions to full-time status. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK


Company retooling to expand products

A new $11 million machine will help the business attract new markets. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


Aid to flood victims

Aid to flood victims AUSTINTOWN -- Austintown Rotary Club is continuing to help flood victims in


Man defiant in face of 89-year sentence

The judge said it would be a mistake to ever allow the man to return to society. By NANCY TULLIS


Two held in Market Street robbery

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police have arrested two men in an aggravated robbery on Market Street near Florida


Tour de France Results

Tour de France Results At Pla-de-Beret, Spain 11th Stage 128.3 miles from Tarbes to Pla de


'Little Man' falls short on cleverness

A baby with a full set of teeth? Most of the characters buy it. By CHRISTY LEMIRE AP MOVIE


Scented oils can brighten your day

Dear Readers: Did you know your sense of smell has a lot to do with how you feel every day? You can


PGA JOHN DEERE CLASSIC SCORES

PGA JOHN DEERE CLASSIC SCORES At Silvis, Ill. Purse: $4 million Partial First Round Note:


BRIDGE

Neither vulnerable. East deals. NORTH x 10 9 5 u 7 5 2 v A K J 10 w 8 6 2 WEST EAST x


Administration mulls detainee-rights moves

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Negotiations on how to treat enemies captured in the war on terror spilled into


Stealing blinds for profit

During televised poker tournaments, you'll often here the commentators talk about stealing blinds.


Steelmakers cry foul on Chinese policies

Chinese subsidies are unfair, a report says. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR The


High-flying water rafts recalled after numerous injury reports

COLUMBUS (AP) -- SportsStuff Inc. said Thursday it is voluntarily recalling 19,000 Wego Kite Tubes,


Vindicator file photo, 1974

Vindicator file photo, 1974 ISALY BUILDING: The former Isaly's Youngstown dairy plant's office, at


STEELHOUNDS

STEELHOUNDS Sewell re-signs YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown SteelHounds re-signed Joey Sewell to a


MRDD and workers reach pact

LISBON -- William Devon, superintendent of the Columbiana Board of Mental Retardation, has praised


ATP Campbell's Hall of Fame

ATP Campbell's Hall of Fame Championships Results At Newport, R.I. Purse: $380,000 (Intl.


GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT These Ohio lottery numbers for Wednesday were reported incorrectly in Thursday's


northfield results

NORTHFIELD RESULTS LATE WEDNESDAY 13th--Barooga Bullet A4.803.202.40 Cody Wood


Bush's instincts fail him with Putin

Opinion: It's been five years since President Bush looked into the eyes of Russian President Vladimir Putin


Parade route set to be 2 miles long, tying record

Parades have played a colorful part in the city's history. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Batavia (Phillies)128.600 -- Scrappers (Indians)1310.5651/2


Clarett says he'll play for Mahoning Valley Hitmen

The former Harding and Ohio State standout has not yet signed a contract. By JOE SCALZO


PASSING AWAY THE TIME ON A SLOW SUMMER DAY

Passing away the time on a slow summer day BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Nicholas Alkire, 8, of Garfield,


ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events

NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Lenox Industrial Tools 300 Site: Loudon, N.H. Schedule: Today, qualifying


Man will have his day in court over home lawsuits

WARREN -- After an afternoon worth of negotiations between lawyers on two civil cases, Howland


"It was not only identified, but there was a plan to address that problem, and what we're trying to

Opinion: "It was not only identified, but there was a plan to address that problem, and what we're trying to


Day camp packs in activities for kids

Children from all walks of life participate in the camp, now in its 19th year. By L. CROW


Banks trying harder to attract ethnic groups

One branch held a bilingual 'Ask the Banker' day. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Two years ago, when married


hNot filing charges

hNot filing charges LOS ANGELES -- Prosecutors will not file trespassing charges against a


INTERNATIONAL ISRAEL FIGHTS BACK Seeking revenge for Hezbollah raid

Both sides fear an increasingly likely war in the region. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- Israel unleashed


AP Sportlight

AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA July 14 1951 -- Citation is the first horse to win $1