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MERCER COUNTY Rent aid program funding the same

Utility, gas and medicine costs have spurred applications. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR

Kofi Annan shows his stripes

Editorial: The New York Daily News: The United States, in the person of Condoleezza Rice, continues to stand

City receives $875,000 federal grant

The city's South Side had the federal designation. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER

INJURED PLAYER SPEAKS FOR FIRST TIME

Injured player speaks for first time Ohio State football player Tyson Gentry spoke publicly for

Widow remains in federal custody

Police said there were discrepancies in the widow's story from the beginning. By LAURE CIOFFI

"The Unit" (9 p.m., CBS): In an absorbing rerun, our heroes take on a grueling exercise in which they are forced to play the roles of prisoners of war. Can they stand up to all the physical torture

"The Unit" (9 p.m., CBS): In an absorbing rerun, our heroes take on a grueling exercise in which

Council worries raises will jeopardize tax levy

Judge Cunning says he won't rescind raises given to court employees. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

WRTA sees contract with drivers renewed

New hires will receive 60 percent of the top pay determined in the contract's second year. By

Democrats send sharp criticism of John Bolton

WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Senate Democrats unleashed a sharp volley of criticism of President

Two men arraigned on three arson counts

Bond was set Friday at $150,000 for each suspect. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men accused of setting three

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No officials implicated in Trumbull purchasing probe

The prosecutor said the process was a matter of 'truth,' not 'yield.' By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR

ASSOCIATIONS

ASSOCIATIONS Home Cemetery Association will meet at 4 p.m. Sunday at the cemetery. In event of

City tries to channel funds for building new business

Several residents spoke against a proposed repair service garage downtown. By VIRGINIA ROSS

'JOHN TUCKER MUST DIE'

'JOHN TUCKER MUST DIE' Grade: D Director: Betty Thomas. Running time: 1 hour 29 minutes.

Steelers well-stocked with key veterans

The Steelers retained all but three starters from their championship team. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The

Wives of Strickland, Dann play pivotal campaign roles

Opinion: Spouses often play key roles in the campaigns of candidates. It's certainly nothing new. It's been

Today is Friday, July 28, the 209th day of 2006. There are 156 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Friday, July 28, the 209th day of 2006. There are 156 days left in the year. On this date

Busch's outlook promising after second place at Pocono

This weekend, the 2004 NASCAR champ is in a race to the altar. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Things are

Clarett hires new lawyers for trial defense

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Former Ohio State running back Maurice Clarett has hired two new attorneys to

AMERICAN LEAGUE ORIOLES 6, ROYALS 4

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Operations director signs long contract

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Director of football operations Kevin Colbert on Thursday signed the very

GAME TIME

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

Chain Reaction falls after two rain delays

To advance, Chain Reaction must win three games today. By ZACH STIPE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

New vaccination could help make quitting easier

A $4 million grant was just given to a study on the drug. MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Doctors are

Ads will help parents shield kids

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Broadcasters and other entertainment providers unveiled a $300 million ad

Activists: Poll will help region

The groups wants to take the results to local leaders. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Widow's drug case is revisited

She completed a rehab program in 2004. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU MERCER,

Car keeps fleeing till it crashes

A store reported $90 worth of cigarettes had been stolen. YOUNGSTOWN -- Charges are pending

international

INTERNATIONAL Israel calls up 30,000 reservists ISRAEL'S GOVERNMENT decided not to expand its

Panel mulls funding senior rides

Commissioners are considering an appointment to the housing board. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR

Audioslave rocker to record Bond song

Audioslave rocker to record Bond song LONDON -- Chris Cornell, frontman of rock band Audioslave,

Study: Hurricanes aren't any stronger

The article is the latest salvo in a war of opinions that has been escalating. MCCLATCHY

Tours extended to aid crackdown

All flights out for soldiers at the end of their service were canceled WASHINGTON (AP) -- Military

Man, 23, indicted in shooting

A couple was indicted on money laundering and corruption charges. YOUNGSTOWN -- A 23-year-old

when approached by the puppet on the VMAs, Eminem delivered a sucker punch and then flew into a rage

MUSIC Once-lost demo vaults rapper to Internet fame

The video clip has been showcased on VH1. By ZACH STIPE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER CLEVELAND --

Dissenting officials flag 'hidden costs' of Oakhill

The hospital acquisition could lead to a tax increase, the treasurer says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

Teen People dropped

Teen People dropped NEW YORK -- Time Inc., a major magazine publisher, said Tuesday it would stop

Service honors fire victims

Other family members turned away the father of two girls who died. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

New filter tanks for pool on way, to be put in soon

The replacement project will cost about $77,000. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER

Prescription benefit survey finds sick, poor having more problems

WASHINGTON (AP) -- More than 80 percent of those enrolled in Medicare drug plans are satisfied with

ON THE TRACKS

ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events NASCAR BUSCH SERIES Busch Silver Celebration 200 Madison,

Village readies for Celtic Festival

The village's annual Celtic Festival will be Sunday afternoon. By STEPHANIE UJHELYI VINDICATOR

President signs sweeping bill to protect kids

The measure aims to track offenders who move from state to state. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President

'Ghost' stops McKart in sixth

Youngstown middleweight Kelly Pavlik proclaimed himself worthy of a world title fight. VINDICATOR

Beavis to Britney 25 memorable moments on MTV's 25th anniversary

By DAVID BAUDER ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- No one knows how to throw a party quite like MTV.

GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT The yield for the 18-month certificate of deposit at First Place Bank is 5.6

Newcomer Bentley out for season

BEREA (AP) -- Stretched out on a flatbed cart, LeCharles Bentley covered his face with a towel to

Legal fight is expected over trainer's refusal to testify

A return to prison is possible if his vow of silence is maintained. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry

Which get raves or rants?

One woman said 'The Omen' had her jumping from her seat. By SARAH POULTON VINDICATOR STAFF

PONY tournament brings windfall to local economy

Only 30 percent of local hotels agreed to reserve rooms, the tourney host said. By AMANDA GARRETT

SURPLUS FOOD SAT. 7/29

Surplus food Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, food giveaway, 8:30 to 10

Kids have field day after rain

Ten area parks fielded teams in the event. By SARAH POULTON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN

Intrusive database plan must be killed

Opinion: By KATHERINE HALEY WILL WASHINGTON POST Does the federal government need to know whether you

Brooklyn completes sweep of Scrappers

Mahoning Valley has lost five straight games and scored just six runs in that span. BROOKLYN, N.Y.

Tony Carson likely anticipated trouble, commissioner reports

Commissioner Heltzel said he demands accountability from county employees. By ED RUNYAN

Good bra is the foundation to a woman's wardrobe

Trained fitters say getting the right size is a two-person job. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ST.

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Three local teams set for regionals

Youngstown's 15, 14 and 13-year-old teams open play today. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT The

Painting contractor enters guilty plea

The contractor will be sentenced in October. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER

WNBA ROUNDUP Thursday's games

Comets 98, Mercury 95 HOUSTON -- Dawn Staley scored a season-high 21 points and Houston overcame

Melling pitches Astro to 4-3 edge over Niners

Tom Popadak got the save and Kyle Smith powered the offensive attack. AMELIA -- Tyler Melling

OSU's Tyson Gentry is hopeful he will regain use of limbs

The three-year walk-on suffered a spinal injury last April. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Through the darkest

Complex for sports at park proposed

Nearby residents have blocked several other developments at the park. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY

Crash leaves 2 dead, 1 seriously hurt

VERNON -- A 16-year-old Cortland girl was seriously injured and two people from Pennsylvania were

Former Indy sensation Sarah Fisher seeks a place to race

Her attempt to switch to NASCAR didn't have a happy ending. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- It wasn't too long

Funds sought for officer

A federal grant paid the officer's salary for three years. CANFIELD -- Canfield schools will ask

Undercover buys lead to drug arrests

NILES -- Police have rounded up eight people, including six alleged to be drug peddlers, after a

THE ROSTERS Babe Ruth All-Stars

15-year-olds Jason Bagoly, Fitch Brad Byers, Mooney Nick Crum, Fitch Nick Dinello, Boardman Danny

Corey Pavin's record front-nine 26 helps him to PGA Tour lead

He finished with a 9-under-61 at the U.S. Bank Championship. ASSOCIATED PRESS MILWAUKEE -- Corey

MLB ROUNDUP Thursday's games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 6, Royals 4 KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Fernando Tatis, starting in the major

Niles man indicted on 5 felony charges

WARREN -- A Trumbull County grand jury indicted a Niles man on five felony charges, including

Witness: Cruiser went 70

Lack of lights and siren 'does create a problem,' the commander said. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

As son grows older, relationship suffers

Dear Annie: I am a 60-year-old mom of four responsible, well-adjusted children, but I have this

Radio station goes from divine to dirty

KINGSBURG, Calif. (AP) -- KFYE-FM hasn't budged from the Fresno-area dial, but it's about as far as

COLUMBIANA COUNTY Police describe suspects in muggings, robberies

Banks were robbed in Hanoverton, East Palestine and St. Clair Township. SALEM -- Columbiana

Winner Floyd Landis doesn't know why he tested positive for high testosterone

If found guilty, he could be stripped of his title and fired from the team. PARIS (AP) -- Floyd

agreed and said that the best movie of the summer was "The Omen."

agreed and said that the best movie of the summer was "The Omen." "It was a little scary and it

Blunt force trauma killed 6-month-old

WARREN - The Trumbull County coroner's office says a 6-month-old boy who died June 22 before being

Levi Brown is only one returning on PSU O-line

Penn State lost six of its seven starters off the offensive line. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Levi

Pa. supervisor makes plea in indecency case

GIRARD -- Minutes before going to trial, a Pennsylvania township supervisor reached a plea agreement

Authorities looking for proof man killed 48 people since '70

Browne could be one of the most prolific killers in U.S. history. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) --

STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Jamestown (Marlins)1816.529-- Scrappers (Indians)1818.5001 State

Both vulnerable. North deals.

Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH Q 10 9 5 A 8 3 2 K 7 4 Q 6 WEST EAST K 6 4 2

Israel sets cease-fire conditions too high

Opinion: How do you define victory? That is the question that Condoleezza Rice and Israeli leaders must ask

School board members discuss hiring new director

The school board heard a list of problems with the district's athletic facilities. By JEANNE

Koulianos sentenced on bribery charges

YOUNGSTOWN -- Former bridge inspector Steven J. Koulianos of Boardman has been sentenced to three

Woman tied up, locked in basement by attackers

Two men ransacked the house and stole the woman's 1994 Buick. YOUNGSTOWN -- A 60-year-old South

City, OSU prepare plan for long-term outlook

The study is to be completed in about eight months. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

Civilians in Lebanon aren't the enemies

Opinion: By PAUL C. CAMPOS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE In the midst of Israel's ongoing bombardment of

Anti-crime event, parade

Anti-crime event, parade YOUNGSTOWN -- The city's 19th annual National Night Out Against Crime

Miss Fahndrich Mr. McCabe set wedding date

XThe engagement of Jennifer Fahndrich and Michael McCabe, both of 4599 Sheffield Drive, Austintown,

MORE NFL ON C6

MORE NFL ON C6 The Steelers are one of the most stable, predictable and patient organizations in

SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE Nextel Cup Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 -- Auto

UPNEXT

UPNEXT Happy 25th, MTV WHEN YOUR average viewer is 20 years old -- too young to remember Martha

Israel to hold back troops in Lebanon

The military admitted accidentally hitting a United Nations outpost. COMBINED DISPATCHES

Israel to use more force, not less, to defeat militants

Commanders note the difficulty of beating guerrilla troops on their own terrain. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes

Saints: Neither general manager Mickey Loomis nor Reggie Bush's agent, Joel Segal, would comment on

Commissioners make right move on Oakhill building

Editorial: Obviously no realty company believed it could buy the Oakhill Renaissance Place and operate it at a

Remember crime prevention when landscaping

Dear Readers: If you're working on a landscaping plan, don't forget to think about crime prevention!

Bush inks Voting Rights Act renewal to delight of civil rights leaders

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Civil rights leaders said Thursday that President Bush's signature to extend the

Southside Lions Club holds installation

YOUNGSTOWN -- The installation of officers was conducted by Youngstown Southside Lions Club during a

South Dakota abortion bill is grounded in the Stone Age

Opinion: South Dakota abortion bill is grounded in the Stone Age Editor: Where are we going, and why are

CALIFORNIA HEAT WAVE

California heat wave FRESNO, Calif. -- Corpses piled up at the morgue Thursday, and aid workers

Macy's on the way -- start the parade

Nearly half of store merchandise will be new under Macy's. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Francisco Zayas III, 32, of 137 Caribou Drive, Boardman, and

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