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Immigration compromise posed
Under the plan, workers would have to return home before applying. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS
NFL ROUNDUP Steelers sign rookie RB Humes
ASSOCIATED PRESS PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers signed rookie running back Cedric Humes
Teen confessed shootings on highway, officials say
Teen confessed shootings on highway, officials say SEYMOUR, Ind. -- A 17-year-old confessed
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Visions (Rini)3.202.602.20 Festive Music (Ortiz)4.803.40
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses James K. Hackett Jr., 27, of 115 Windemere Drive, New Castle,
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Stacy and Nina Burnette, Twinsburg, boy,
Making the most of bumper crop from farmers market
Know what you want when picking produce. By DONNA PIERCE CHICAGO TRIBUNE The convenience
SOFTBALL PONY NATIONAL TOURNAMENT TUESDAY'S SCORES
SOFTBALL PONY NATIONAL TOURNAMENT TUESDAY'S SCORES 16U NJ Rocks 4, Dutchess Debs 1 Orange
Today is Wednesday, July 26, the 207th day of 2006. There are 158 days left in the year. On this date in 1856, playwright George Bernard Shaw is born in Dublin, Ireland.
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, July 26, the 207th day of 2006. There are 158 days left in the year. On this
Militants surprised by strength of response
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- A senior Hezbollah official said Tuesday the guerrillas did not expect
TV host vows to push seat-belt use
The 'Community Connections' host says she's embarrassed. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Division I-AA football is making big strides
The playoffs are getting more funding support from the NCAA. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
Congress cuts, the states pay
Editorial: Washington Post: Do large corporations need another tax break? The House of Representatives seems to
Tips to remember when choosing a bathing suit
Accessories will help you make a splash on the beach. By ANNA WALLNER and KRISTINA MATISIC
MONDAY'S GAMES
MONDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 9, Cleveland 7 N.Y. Yankees 6, Texas 2 L.A. Angels 8,
No-sweat beach fare
Sand, sun and sea spell satisfying times, indeed. By ALLISON ASKINS MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS LIP
Ohio passed over again in bid for jobs; plant finalists picked
The plant will bring scientific innovations nationwide, advocates say. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
PGA TOUR SCHEDULE-WINNERS
PGA TOUR SCHEDULE-WINNERS Jan. 5-8 -- Mercedes Championships (Stuart Appleby) Jan. 12-15 -- Sony
Schools end year on better footing
The district is expected to ask voters to approve new tax levies in November. By HAROLD GWIN
84-year prison sentence
The judge cut 18 months off the original 851/2-year prison sentence. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
County awards bid for building repairs
Architectural and engineering work will cost $193,500. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Plea deal keeps men out of county jail
Charges were reduced, and the two were sentenced to time served. By SARAH WEBER VINDICATOR STAFF
Salem wants tax increase to restore services in city
Current tax receipts sit at about $5.1 million a year. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
Columbiana man sentenced for arson
LISBON -- A Columbiana man has been sentenced to six months in jail and fined $1,000 for setting
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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U.N. angered by Israeli strike
An ambassador denied Kofi Annan's claim that it was intentional. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- An
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Alienated affection hurts a marriage
Dear Annie: My husband, "Harry," and I have been married for 11 years -- it's a second marriage for
TESTICULAR CANCER Theory: Lance Armstrong Effect
CHICAGO (AP) -- A new but non-proven theory says body heat might explain Lance Armstrong's
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)1816.529-- Jamestown (Marlins)1616.5001 State
District chooses plan for new gym
The 38,000-square-foot auxiliary gymnasium is to include wrestling facilities. By DENISE DICK
Church chosen for Cicero-Johns Sept. 30 wedding
XNEWTON FALLS -- The engagement of Briana Lee Cicero and Scott Eric Johns, both of 60 Trubie Run
MINDY MCKEOWN New career began with a lunch break
A back injury ended her hopes to become an Olympic gymnast. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
Notice reveals shortfall in benefits
The problem cam to light during a transfer in claim evaluations. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A mistake
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Today At Manhattan Center, New York (ESPN2), David Tua,
THURSDAY
THURSDAY American Legion Post 737, 16465 Milton Ave., Lake Milton, will serve spaghetti dinners
City hopes funds can be raised for museum project
The city also wants to acquire two Federal Street buildings. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL
IF YOU GO
Who: Mindy McQ. When: 8 p.m. Saturday. Where: Free Times Side Stage, adjacent to Plain Dealer
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& lt;B & gt;COLLINS, & lt;/B & gt;Leola, 75, of Youngstown; F.D. Mason Memorial
Sex offender tracking bill sent to Bush by Congress
One representative said as many as 100,000 offenders aren't registered. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Finding
"30 Days" (10 p.m., FX): Frank George is a member of the Minutemen, a citizen's volunteer group that patrols the nation's borders, and he has a staunch position against illegal immigration. So why is
"30 Days" (10 p.m., FX): Frank George is a member of the Minutemen, a citizen's volunteer group
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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California suffers through heat wave
At least 56 people have died in the past 10 days. SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- Gripped by a 10th
Girl reported missing
Girl reported missing SHARON --Sharon police are asking Youngstown residents to be on the lookout
Nursing home to pay fine after beating death
The home did not appeal the ruling and was granted a reduction. TOLEDO (AP) -- A nursing home has
NHL Recchi is a 3-time Penguin
Mark Recchi is back with the Penguins for the third time in his career. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mark
CASH How it's made
After a paper note is designed, an artist hand-engraves a piece of soft steel. More than 65 steps
Competition to be tough at Evian Masters
Annika Sorenstam has a chance to tie Tiger Woods in major victories. EVIAN, France (AP) -- Forget
Bowling Green man convicted of 15-year-old slaying of teen
The man offered to help police catch the killer. BOWLING GREEN, Ohio (AP) -- A man who once
Diabetes in kids can harm kidneys, research suggests
Obesity-related problems could shorten average life spans in the U.S. CHICAGO (AP) -- Children who
Plasma TVs fail to quell radical Islam
Opinion: By BART SCHUT LOS ANGELES TIMES Moroccan authorities have introduced a new weapon in the fight
Campus tradition moves from spot
The Rock has been a campus focal point for four decades. YOUNGSTOWN -- They talked about it last
Purchasing scandal convict reports to jail
WARREN -- Tony Delmont, the convicted former Trumbull County maintenance director, reported to the
Ancient Irish psalm book uncovered by backhoe operator in bog
DUBLIN, Ireland (AP) -- Irish archaeologists Tuesday heralded the discovery of an ancient book of
Building fire was not arson
SEBRING -- Fire Chief James Cannell has ruled out arson in a fire that destroyed three shops in the
Roper will not compete in event
Requirements call for participants to be entered in two events. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A teenager
Police probe assault on 19-year-old man
GIRARD -- Police are investigating an early Monday morning assault on West Liberty Street.
Library gets bond issue on special election ballot
Library officials are promoting the proposed expansion. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
AGENDA THURSDAY
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board executive committee,
TODAY
TODAY Noon (ESPN) (WKBN-AM 570) Baseball: Tigers at Indians. 1:10 p.m. (WBBW-AM 1240) Baseball:
Bond set for man charged in slew of crimes
CAMPBELL -- Benjamin B. Chaibi, 20, of Devitt Avenue, is being held in Mahoning County jail in lieu
PRESEASON POLL
PRESEASON POLL How a panel of media and coaches voted in the Gateway Football Conference preseason
Deadline missed to report on stolen works
NEW YORK (AP) -- Many American art museums missed a deadline to report whether their collections
Event scarcity leads to bleak finances
By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- With only a charity outdoor motorcycle event
Danica Patrick to drive for Andretti Green team
CHICAGO (AP) -- Danica Patrick's "heart and soul" are with the Indy Racing League, so that's where
ON TOUR \ This week's professional golf events
LPGA TOUR/LADIES EUROPEAN TOUR Evian Masters Evian, France Schedule: Today-Saturday Course: Evian
NO SURPRISE: LEBRON MAKES TEAM
No surprise: LeBron makes team LeBron James already knew he would be on the U.S. national team's
WNBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's games
Fever 75, Monarchs 60 INDIANAPOLIS -- Tamika Whitmore scored 20 points, leading four Indiana
Coach K finishes list for US team
The club has an upcoming exhibition game scheduled against Puerto Rico. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- LeBron
Jennings denies bashing Trebek of 'Jeopardy!'
Jennings denies bashing Trebek of 'Jeopardy!' NEW YORK -- "Jeopardy!" ace Ken Jennings says recent
Advisory council presses county to mark funds for transportation
The transit authority qualifies for a federal match, one council member said. By ED RUNYAN
Many slip through cracks of welfare overhaul
Opinion: By MARK E. COURTNEY WASHINGTON POST Almost 10 years after President Clinton signed the welfare
Summary of police activity from the city of Canfield and Austintown:
Summary of police activity from the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD July 18 Theft:
Use lessons, diplomacy to outsmart Hezbollah
Opinion: On my office bulletin board hangs a yellowing Newsweek cover from Oct. 3, 1983, with the headline:
DeCapito receives 5 years' probation
WARREN -- Philip O. DeCapito, a onetime candidate for Trumbull County commissioner, has been
Rocket attacks will be fiercer, reach farther, Hezbollah says
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- Hezbollah leader Sheik Hassan Nasrallah, looking exhausted, defiantly vowed
Seven Penguins were put on the pre-season All-Conference team.
Seven Penguins were put on the pre-season All-Conference team. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS
ALL-CONFERENCE SELECTIONS Gateway Football Conference
The 2006 Gateway Football Conference preseason all-league team, based on balloting by coaches:
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Donnie Iris and Cruisers at the Palms Steakhouse
CONNEAUT LAKE, Pa. -- Donnie Iris and the Cruisers will be at the Palms Steakhouse, state Route 618,
Authorities unsure how boy was shot
GREENSBURG, Pa. (AP) -- A 14-year-old boy who had been taking care of a state lawmaker's pets was
Scrappers suffer third loss in row
Despite a 4-1 loss to the Cyclones , the Scrappers remain in first place. BROOKLYN, N.Y. -- Ivan
Tax reform should address snooping by IRS
Opinion: By DANIEL J. MITCHELL HERITAGE FOUNDATION Are your tax records safe? Good question. The
Caleb Meyer fires 4-hit shutout
YOUNGSTOWN -- Caleb Meyer allowed only four hits as he pitched a shutout, leading Bud's/DiCioccio to
Smith-Ciccone nuptials are set for mid-October
YOUNGSTOWN -- Announcement is being made by Phillip and Kathleen Ciccone, 5529 Youngstown-Poland
County instructs in tax lien sales
YOUNGSTOWN -- A four-member team from the Stark County treasurer's and prosecutor's offices visited
Tribe's first-inning blitz sinks Rogers, Tigers, 12-7
Cleveland scored seven runs in the first inning off Detroit's ace pitcher, Kenny Rogers. CLEVELAND
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Warren Harding High -- is where BB Rooners and Baseball Systems will conduct a Showcase
Diners can help group supply Third World schools
The group has made 16 shipments since 1999. CORTLAND -- Cortland Humanitarian Outreach Worldwide
Three injured in 5-car wreck
One driver was cited for operating a vehicle while impaired. BOARDMAN -- What police initially
Allison Tyndall, Mr. Locke to marry New Year's Eve
XCHICAGO -- Allison Rae Tyndall and Jason B. Locke, both of Chicago, are announcing their engagement
Burnitz belts 2 homers as Bucs jolt Brewers, 6-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Dave Bush wasted Ben Sheets' strong return from the disabled list before he was
CONGRESS Senate passes teen abortion bill
The bill was designed to secure conservative votes, Democrats said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A bill that
President, Iraqi PM tout Baghdad security plan
Democrats expressed displeasure with al-Maliki's Israel stance. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush
Soriano amused by interest in him
Alfonso Soriano has been in the center trade talks and tied to five teams. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Imagine WWII with Annan at the helm
Opinion: Those of us old enough to remember World War II face many painful reminders of how things have
Ohio native is perfecting his 'fine, exquisite craft'
The currency engraver has been told he is a dying breed. DAYTON (AP) -- When Christopher D. Madden
Owner: Vehicle not used in crime
The homicide took place last week on the East Side. The suspect is at large. By PATRICIA MEADE
The 'conservative' Congress is eager to meddle -- again
Editorial: Here they go again. Members of the United States Congress are busy attempting to work their
WTA TOUR BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX
WTA TOUR BUDAPEST GRAND PRIX Tuesday At Romai Tenisz Akademia Budapest, Hungary Purse:
FINALISTS Winners and losers
The communities given finalist consideration for a $1 billion, low-pollution power plant being
MLB ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Devil Rays 6, Angels 3 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Ty Wigginton homered and drove in
Going upscale isn't limited to picking restaurant fare
By BILL DALEY CHICAGO TRIBUNE Even the Three Stooges never were as simpatico as bacon, lettuce
Spice things up with great barbecue sauce
Dear Heloise: We have enjoyed your mother's barbecue-sauce recipe for years. I cannot seem to find