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NOTEBOOK British Open

Blast from the past: Warren Bladon has all the traits of a long-shot qualifier at the British Open.

NEXTEL CUP CHASE Stewart's struggles slide him to 11th

Another bad finish could cost him a spot in the season-ending Chase. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Tony

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HELOISE Charity begins at home, with a spreadsheet

Dear Heloise: It seems that sending a donation to a charity just generates more letters. I have

Man will be charged in crash that killed teen on Route 11

A Conneaut man was arraigned on traffic charges Monday. LISBON -- Information on a deadly traffic

Ladymon-Cleeland engagement announced, wedding to be Aug. 4

XAnnouncement is made of the engagement of Cindy Ladymon, a daughter of Peter Copploe, 46 Fieldstone

Gates show attendance topping 100,000, and stock cars are hit

This was the first year for auto racing at the fair. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Parents announce engagement of Lisa Vilkinofsky

XAUSTINTOWN -- Walter and Agatha Vilkinofsky of 5144 Birchcrest Ave. are announcing the engagement

"Eureka" (9 p.m., Sci-Fi Channel): In this new series, a lost U.S. marshal (Colin Ferguson) stumbles

Closed junior high school faces new life with KSU

No price for the old junior high school was discussed. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

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

Summary of police activity from the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD July 9 Theft: A

NASA Astronauts make safe landing at Canaveral

There were no foam problems like the one that brought down Columbia. CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) --

HOW HE SEES IT GM beware: All Kerkorian wants to make is money

Opinion: By WARREN BROWN WASHINGTON POST I've been trying to keep an open mind on Kirk Kerkorian and

Boardman's PONY All-Stars win regional crown, 13-6

The 13-year-old team advances to Hagerstown, Md. for the Zone Tournament. BOARDMAN -- The Boardman

Miss Harrington to be bride of Mark McClelland

XThe engagement of Tamara L. Harrington and Mark T. McClelland, both of 4612 Framington Court,

Reality intrudes on Neocon dreams

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- "Grotesque" was Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice's characterization of the charge

Borts repairs leave city high and dry with no pools

The pool won't reopen for at least two weeks. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN

INDIANS TRAIL 7-4

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- The Cleveland Indians trailed the Los Angeles Angels, 7-4, in the fifth inning

A July 5 article about a lawsuit filed by Elaine M. Krauss of Warren against Lois E. Stitt of Hubbard, administratrix of the estate of Keith M. Stitt, might have led readers to believe that Krauss and

A July 5 article about a lawsuit filed by Elaine M. Krauss of Warren against Lois E. Stitt of

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Relationship is causing family trouble

Dear Annie: I'm in the eighth grade and have a friend, "Tina," who is black. Tina's boyfriend,

Class reimbursement approved

NEWTON FALLS -- The Newton Falls school district will reimburse just under $7,000 to nine faculty

Strickland empties campaign fund

The Republican 6th District candidate spent more than $500,000. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

Councilman offers reward for vandalism info

WARREN -- City Councilman James A. Pugh, D-6th, is offering a $500 reward for information regarding

Today is Tuesday, July 18, the 199th day of 2006. There are 166 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, July 18, the 199th day of 2006. There are 166 days left in the year. On this date

U.S. House warms up to polar bears

U.S. House warms up to polar bears THE U.S. HOUSE of Representatives gave its approval Monday to a

Mitchell-George wedding plans are announced

XAUSTINTOWN -- The engagement of Lisa Anne Mitchell and David Paul George, both of Youngstown is

Scrappers lose, but stay in 1st

Mahoning Valley was hurt by three inning-ending double plays. ONEONTA, N.Y. -- The Mahoning Valley

NBA Pierce inks extension through 2011

The five-time All-Star has played his entire eight-year career with the Celtics. BOSTON (AP) --

Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1954 will meet for breakfast at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Denny's

Austintown man in standoff hospitalized

AUSTINTOWN -- A man was taken to St. Elizabeth Health Center after a standoff with police at the

Trustees vote to appeal ruling OK'ing landfill

Trustees said the company must follow the rules. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Astro Falcons still alive in tourney

They outslugged Rondinelli, 16-8, and Ohio Eagles, 11-2. STRUTHERS -- The Astro Falcons outslugged

TRUDY RUBIN Iran is key to resolving battle in Mideast

Opinion: As battles raged last week between Israel and Islamist groups in Gaza and Lebanon, my mind flashed

MEN'S BASKETBALL 2006-07 schedule

Nov. 8 -- vs. Central Michigan at East Lansing, Mich. Nov. 9 -- vs. Brown or Michigan State at East

IDELTRA BEACHAM CHARLES RUSSELL JR.

IDELTRA BEACHAM CHARLES RUSSELL JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- United in marriage at noon July 4 during an

JILLIAN MCCRONE GEORGE HOFFMAN III

JILLIAN MCCRONE GEORGE HOFFMAN III XBOARDMAN -- Jillian Elise McCrone became the bride of George

STARS GET LINDROS

Stars get Lindros After years of high hopes and high drama, Eric Lindros could've been excused for

HORSE RACING Barbaro remains stable; other signs encouraging

But the 3-year-old colt still faces severe challenges to a full recovery. KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. (AP)

Villano takes his post as township administrator

At 29, the new administrator has nearly 10 years of public-office experience. BY SARAH WEBER

Police: Copper theft foiled

The suspects were putting on gloves when confronted by police. CAMPBELL -- A police stakeout in

YSU has rugged 2006-07 schedule

The Penguins will play 10 of their first 13 on the road, including Ohio State and Michigan. By

Dawn Centofanti, Nicholas Kormos to marry Aug. 26

XMINERAL RIDGE -- Michael and Martha Centofanti, 1668 Warner Ave., are announcing the engagement of

Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Mathews school board, closed-door session 6 p.m., regular meeting follows, Board

WORLD CUP U.S. back on top in softball with 5-2 win

The Americans defeated Japan to finish unbeaten in six games. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Stacey Nuveman

AMBER STAMBAUGH SCOTT WALLER

AMBER STAMBAUGH SCOTT WALLER XLAKE MILTON -- Lake Milton Baptist Temple was the setting at 3 p.m.

State Senate will hear testimony this week

GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The Pennsylvania Senate Policy Committee will be listening to area agriculture,

BRITISH OPEN Aging Faldo takes on Royal Liverpool in same group as favored Tiger Woods

Woods isn't very happy with Nick Faldo, who criticized him the last time he was in the TV booth.

Sanchez sets the pace as Pirates send Rockies to another defeat

The National League's top hitter is even going to get his own bobblehead night. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

Israel hints at diplomatic compromise

President Bush spoke frankly at the G-8 summit about the fighting. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) --

South Range adopts bus restriction policy

NORTH LIMA -- The South Range school board adopted a policy Monday that requires pupils to ride home

IRAQ At least 50 die in attacks

Witnesses said the Iraqi army and police did nothing to stop attacks. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Gunmen

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St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Matthew and Holly Heikkinen, Youngstown, boy, July 15. Chris

'Lids for Kids' brightens life for cancer patients

Hats from hundreds of sports teams all over the country have come in. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Eight-

Council extends price for its trash removal

Two levies will most likely appear on the November general election ballot. By TIM YOVICH

KENT-TRUMBULL THEATRE 'Into the Woods' is sure to enchant audiences

The lighting, scenery and music are spectacular. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CHAMPION

CYCLING Sport is tainted despite sweep

The Tour de France lost two of its favorites before the race even started. GAP, France (AP) --

Big Reach holds drive for school supplies

The items will be distributed Aug. 5 at the church. GREENFORD -- School supplies and personal

NATURAL DISASTER Tsunami leaves Java isle wrecked

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake caused the giant wave. PANGANDARAN, Indonesia (AP) -- A tsunami crashed

United Way to set pace for annual campaign

BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way Pacesetter Campaign kick-off breakfast and

NASCAR Nextel Cup Leaders

NASCAR Nextel Cup Leaders Through July 16 Points 1. Jimmie Johnson, 2789. 2, Matt Kenseth,

Cell phone enhanced 911 service gets closer

The enhanced 911 service will cost taxpayers about $650,000 a year. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR

Organizers of tourney threaten to sue LPGA

GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) -- Upset about an LPGA Tour schedule change, organizers of the ShopRite

Hubbard residents confront council about flooding

Several city residents flooded council with stories of inundation. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR

Trial to begin for man charged in assaults

The attacker used a gun in Niles and a knife in Warren. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Council steps up lawn care

The mayor wants to fill a Cabinet-level position vacant since 1997. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL

"She's the Man": Shakespeare gets his latest teen treatment with this ho-hum comedy starring Amanda

MLB ROUNDUP Monday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 4, Mariners 2 NEW YORK -- Jason Giambi homered and Chien-Ming Wang

MASSACHUSETTS Big Dig tunnels are unreliable, says governor

Two tunnels have been closed indefinitely. BOSTON (AP) -- Gov. Mitt Romney said Monday that tests

Mickey Spillane, noted for macho mysteries, dies

Mickey Spillane, noted for macho mysteries, dies CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Mickey Spillane, the macho

NHL Lindros has 'good fit' with Stars

He signed a one-year contract with Dallas, his fourth NHL team. DALLAS (AP) -- After years of high

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kyle A. Kemble, 21, of 3961 New Road, Austintown, and Jessica

ALSO ON C5

ALSO ON C5 American golfer Brad Faxon loves the British Open too much to stay away, even with

GAME TIME

GAME TIME Tonight Who: Hudson Valley Renegades at Scrappers When: 7:05 Radio: WNIO-AM (1390)

STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Jamestown (Marlins)1411.560-- Scrappers (Indians)1512.556-- Batavia

James Woods will star in new TV series 'Shark'

James Woods will star in new TV series 'Shark' PASADENA, Calif. -- James Woods is among the movie

St. Rose Festival set this weekend

GIRARD -- The St. Rose Church Summer Festival will take place on the church grounds, 48 E. Main St.,

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Dispute centers on drug houses

The former AG enhanced the program, a campaign spokesman says. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

Two local churches hurt by vicious vandal attacks

Church members put their own signs over the vandalism. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA

Brad Faxon is waiting to get in

Chances aren't good for the American, a sixth alternate, but he made the trip anyway. HOYLAKE,

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