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Drug raid nets charges
LEETONIA -- A village man faces charges of tampering with evidence and resisting arrest after a raid
CONGRESS Republicans will allow first wage bump in 10 years
The plan would raise the rate to $7.25 in the next two years. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Republican
CHAMP CAR RACING Bourdais captures fifth pole with sizzling lap
His time of 48.989 was considerably faster than anyone in the field. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- As
Teen thieves steal man's car, one night at a time
The man was mugged and didn't notify police. WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (AP) -- One day, Matthew Gaine
Police: Doctor's wife sought hit man for 6 months
The gun used in the slaying has been found. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU
Crash leaves 2 dead, 1 seriously hurt
VERNON -- A 16-year-old Cortland girl was in critical condition Friday night in St. Elizabeth Health
Citizens admire Iranian president
Opinion: By MEIR JAVEDANFAR BALTIMORE SUN Iranians living abroad are ashamed of him. Wealthy Iranian
MOVIE REVIEW 'Scanner Darkly' shows dark world
Keanu Reeves, Woody Harrelson and Robert Downy Jr. star. By CRAIG OUTHIER ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER
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State Fair getting ready for opening Wednesday
A mass wedding at the Ferris wheel will give one couple a free honeymoon. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
'A SCANNER DARKLY'
'A SCANNER DARKLY' Grade: B. Director: Richard Linklater. Rating: R for drug and sexual
Champ Cars find tracks are much less disruptive
This year's street racers aren't feeling the bump of railroad tracks. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- As
"Highway Companion"
"Highway Companion" Tom Petty (American Recordings) Grade: C Tom Petty's clunky 2002 album,
Ricciardi jumps to new heights at E. Tennessee State
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. -- Anna Marie Ricciardi of Canfield has enjoyed an outstanding junior year at
SCHEDULE Columbiana County Fair
The 161st fair runs Monday through Aug. 6. For more information, visit www.columbianacountyfair.org.
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities: Monday, All That Jazz at 9 a.m., Autobiographical Writing class at 10 and bridge at 1 p.m.;
Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has planned the following activities:
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STANDINGS | New York-Penn League
STANDINGS New York-Penn League Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Jamestown (Marlins)1817.514--
High-tech care to be offered at facility
Much of the technology in the new hospital is in place at other HMHP facilities. By DENISE DICK
Theater to be named for professor
The new facility should be ready by Homecoming in October. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- Thiel College will
Beltran's homers lead Mets to 11-3 rout of Braves
Orlando Hernandez scattered three hits in eight innings for the win. ASSOCIATED PRESS ATLANTA --
Staffing levels, not space, hinder jail, officials say
The county says it needs more money from area municipalities. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Iran advances its image of Middle East
Opinion: Why has Iran decided to play its Lebanese card now? That is a question asked by Iranian-born
Undercover buys lead to drug arrests
NILES -- Police have rounded up eight people, including six alleged to be drug peddlers, after a
Sutter's 'splitter' brings honors
The relief pitcher, master of the split-fingered fastball, will be inducted today. COOPERSTOWN,
While titles are a mixed bag, there are several categories for film names.
By CHRISTY LEMIRE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Not every movie title is as effective as this
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Recent Works by Diana Levinson Where: Butler Institute of American Art Trumbull
Muckdogs' grand slam extends Scrappers' streak
Rain delayed Friday's game for almost two hours. BATAVIA, N.Y. -- They waited almost two hours to
Patrick can finally get to work
She doesn't have to dodge questions about her racing future now. BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- For the
Children of multiple marriages have troubles
Dear Annie: I have two adult children from my first marriage, "Jon" and "Christine." I remarried 15
Williams is confident city can get a grant
The mayor wants a crime prevention program similar to the 2003 one. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL
Street closing
Street closing Fairport Street between Water Street and Grand Boulevard in Newton Township will be
Wildes-McCrea engagement is being announced
XPOLAND -- Announced by Mr. and Mrs. Jerry T. Wildes Jr. of Poland is the engagement of their
Hillside rehab team run set for Aug. 19
HOWLAND -- The 3rd annual Forum Health Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital 5K Team Challenge will be
The Browns' injury curse hits a new low
BEREA (AP) -- As word spread across Browns country that center LeCharles Bentley had seriously
Drew Barrymore wants to learn poker from pros
Drew Barrymore wants to learn poker from pros LAS VEGAS -- Now that Drew Barrymore doesn't have to
Landis claims natural causes
He said that his body produced the high testosterone on his drug test. MADRID, Spain (AP) --
Racist prison gang's leadership diminished by RICO convictions
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) -- A jury convicted four leaders of a white-supremacist prison gang Friday on
Rent aid program funding the same
Utility, gas and medicine costs have spurred applications. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
Man charged in accident
YOUNGSTOWN -- Charges of vehicular assault and failure to stop after an accident against Nelson L.
Residents won't be afraid of shooters
Neighborhood watches are more common with two serial shooters on the loose. PHOENIX (AP) -- With
104-year-old millionaire released from hospital
NEW YORK (AP) -- Millionaire philanthropist and high-society queen Brooke Astor was released from a
Area holes in one
Zora Grimm of Youngstown aced the 122-yard No. 8 hole on the Mill Creek Park North course on using a
O'Brien follows family tradition
His grandfather was a top baseball player in college and in the pros. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
Allegheny College raises more than $115 million
MEADVILLE, Pa. --Allegheny College has completed the largest fund-raising campaign in its 191-year
Hospitals benefit from state's HELP
Ellwood City will use its money to upgrade its intensive coronary care unit. MEADVILLE, Pa. -- A
Sowers blanks Mariners, 1-0
Shin-Soo Choo homered in his Cleveland debut against his former team. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jeremy
Honor for Poitier
Honor for Poitier PHILADELPHIA -- Sidney Poitier will be the 2006 recipient of the Marian Anderson
Adult training will be offered
Classes range from computers to yoga. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF CHAMPION --
In offer to throw shower, friend is all wet
Dear Annie: My husband and I regularly get together with a few other couples in a sort of "dinner
Poland's Modic assists champs
LORDSTOWN -- Jenna Modic of Poland helped the Little Slammers of North Canton win the 12-under PONY
PGA event gets tighter
PGA event gets tighter Corey Pavin slowed down in the U.S. Bank Championship. Now friends Jerry
Amherst Lightning outlasts the field for 16-under title
The New York team won four games Saturday and beat Maryland in the final. By ZACH STIPE
AMERICAN LEAGUE Ortiz leads Red Sox's 7-6 win over Angels in 11th inning
David Ortiz had four hits and drove in four runs, including the winning run. ASSOCIATED PRESS
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew M. Ensor, 36, of 676 Obermieyer Road, Brookfield, and
Style change possible for Hornish
Pulling back on his aggression could mean a title. BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- Sam Hornish Jr. would
Poland Rotary to hold luncheon as a benefit
There will be two seatings for the benefit event. BOARDMAN -- Poland Rotary Club has planned a
Doping is worst sports cheating
When the biggest stars prove flawed, everybody is disappointed. NEW YORK (AP) -- Sports fans want
babe ruth 16 regional
BABE RUTH 16 REGIONAL SATURDAY'S LINESCORES SE ILLINOIS AMERICANS 11, WISCONSIN 6
School supplies sought
COLUMBIANA -- The Way Station, 769 Springfield Road, is collecting school supplies to provide to
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Today in history
Today is Sunday, July 30, the 211th day of 2006. There are 154 days left in the year. On this date
Protesters in Crawford, Tex., get new land as home base
CRAWFORD, Texas (AP) -- Like many folks in President Bush's adopted hometown, 83-year-old Robert
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Weekly quiz
Weekly quiz Q. Vulnerable, you hold: 8 3 K 9 3 K Q 10 7 6 Q 7 5 Partner opens the bidding
Program will focus on National Night Out
YOUNGSTOWN -- Detective Sgt. Rick Alli, information officer of the Youngstown Police, and Annie
First step in team's sale
Sam Fingold now says he doesn't intend to relocate to Kansas City. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sam Fingold,
2006 SCHOLARSHIPS | Trumbull County
This list of high school graduates who have received college or university scholarships is based on
The Edsels still rolling, 45 years later
Jimmy Reynolds is still the pastor of a church on the East Side. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR
Midsummer dawn brings birdsong
Every experienced birder knows that bird song and activity begins well before dawn. At the peak of
OFFICER TRAINING Fraud against elderly flagged
Victims are often reluctant to report losing money in a scam. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Employees question psych-care deal
Unions say they will fight outsourcing of jobs. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Wells outduels Schmidt as Bucs blank Giants, 3-0
San Francisco slugger Barry Bonds went 0-for-4. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If this was Kip Wells' last
Lotto Results
OHIO Friday 7/28 Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-3-9 Pick 4, 0-2-5-5 Rolling Cash 5, 2-3-11-18-39
PONY SOFTBALL Ferree keys win for Valley Extreme
Rachel Pico pitched Valley Extreme to a 7-0 win and into the "Sweet 16." By ZACH STIPE
Dog popular addition to hotel
Some guests call months in advance to book a walk with the dog. BOSTON (AP) -- The 94-year-old
NEWS SHOWS | Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week": Undersecretary of State Nicholas
SOAP OPERA SUMMARIES
ALL MY CHILDREN JR got his revenge on Erica and Josh by broadcasting the CD of Greg's voice at the
AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING
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Added charges confuse Net users
Cases of cramming charges are becoming more common. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Amber Flores paid $10.25 a
21-year-old Cincinnati Marine dies
CINCINNATI (AP) -- A 21-year-old Ohio Marine killed in Iraq had planned to return on leave in
GARDEN FORUM Upcoming activities
Call Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, or Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, for reservations or
By promoting costly ethanol, feds make pain at the gas pumps even worse
Opinion: By BEN LIEBERMAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION Washington has embraced an alternative to $3-a-gallon
Police describe suspects in muggings, robberies
Banks were robbed in Hanoverton, East Palestine and St. Clair Township. SALEM -- Columbiana
Forum to showcase hospital renovation
The new facility has decontamination technology for biohazard exposure. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Deputy showed compassion in relaying news of death
Opinion: Deputy showed compassion in relaying news of death EDITOR: On Sunday, July 16, my wife of 29
A litany of failures erodes U.S. optimism
Opinion: For two centuries we Americans have believed we could solve just about any problem. With our belief
Drought takes its toll on farmers
An expert called it the third worst on record. STEELE, N.D. (AP) -- Fields of wheat, durum and
Vindicator file photo
Opinion: Vindicator file photo THE SUMMER OF '31: The new Lincoln Park swimming pool attracted hoards of
Business owner upset by damage
Rudzik's project supervisor said only one business owner has complained. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
TODAY
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Parents announce date for Buzzacco, Manning wedding
XYOUNGSTOWN -- Announced by Samuel and Joyce Buzzacco, 5901 Cherrywood Drive, and Tom and Alice
Band organ collectors crank out tunes at park
Aficionados call band organ tunes 'the happiest music on earth.' By AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
Agate Notices for Today
BASEBALL Canfield fall league -- has registration for players age 7-10 at the CBC building on Aug.
Smoking issue sparks competing measures
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Proponents of a ballot measure to ban smoking in Ohio offices, bars and restaurants
U.S. abandons animals in Lebanon chaos
Opinion: By DAN PADEN PEOPLE FOR THE ETHICAL TREATMENT OF ANIMALS The cruise ships and helicopters sent
sports
SPORTS Maryland team takes PONY championship k After hundreds of games and hosting 113 teams,
SHARK WEEK | Discovery Channel programs
It's as inevitable each summer as sunburn. But you don't have to go outside or splash on calamine
Mexican vote protest
Mexican vote protest MEXICO CITY, Mexico -- A young boy protests outside the Federal Electoral
Man robs 5 at gunpoint
Man robs 5 at gunpoint YOUNGSTOWN -- Five people told police they were robbed at gunpoint at 1:30
Pavin still in front by two
The 46-year-old made his first three bogeys, but still shot 2-under 68. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Corey
Fugitive of the Week
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Robert Lee Anderson II The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
MINIPAGE ACTIVITIES MEET MANY STATE AND NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS. THIS WEEK'S STANDARDS: STUDENTS UNDERSTAND THAT ARTISTS SELECT AND USE SUBJECT MATTER, SYMBOLS AND IDEAS TO COMMUNICATE MEANING.
MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:
Former Indians Baez, Bell traded
Atlanta swapped for Danys Baez while the Brewers acquired David Bell. ASSOCIATED PRESS ATLANTA
Niles man indicted on 5 felony charges
WARREN -- A Trumbull County grand jury indicted a Niles man on five felony charges, including
Lerner 'privileged' to be Browns owner
He said he has a vague interest in buying an English soccer team. BEREA (AP) -- Randy Lerner's
Court ruling on Detroit mayor cuts both ways
LANSING, Mich. (AP) -- An appeals court refused to throw out a lawsuit Friday that contends Detroit
Edwards returns early to practice
The Browns' second-year wide receiver wasn't expected to be ready until October. BEREA (AP) --
Viva Italia as festival kicks off
Those attending traded stories of what it was like to grow up Italian. By NANCY TULLIS
National School Lunch Program income guidelines have been released for free and reduced-price lunches for the 2006-07 school year. The program is designed to ensure that school children get lunch even
National School Lunch Program income guidelines have been released for free and reduced-price
Training for tutors
Training for tutors YOUNGSTOWN -- The 32nd Degree Masonic Children's Learning Center, 223 Wick
Heat wave to continue
Heat wave to continue CHICAGO -- Forecasters predicted a prolonged period of sweltering heat for
This week's events
SCRAPPERS Today -- at Batavia, 3 p.m. (2 games) Monday -- vs. Batavia, 7:05 p.m. Tuesday -- vs.
Rice visits Middle East to push for cease-fire
Hundreds have died in the three weeks of fighting. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Secretary of State
MILL CREEK METROPARKS August calendar
Activities planned this month at Mill Creek MetroParks facilities: Tuesday: Health and wellness
Ride to benefit people with disabilities
The fraternity has raised $10 million in 19 years. By SARAH WEBER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
LITERARY SPIRIT \ Religion in the media
"The Contented Soul" by Lisa Graham McMinn (InterVarsity Press, 184 pages, $17) Contentment often
Group celebrates 90th anniversary
Do these four things to stay young until you die, the speaker said. By SARAH POULTON VINDICATOR
McClatchy Tribune
McClatchy Tribune MODESTY PREVAILS: Waheedah Ahadah models an outfit by Al-Fuquan Book Store
Are purses impure?
WASHINGTON POST The Fear -- Ladies, watch where you put your purses -- no, not because of theft,
49ERS: TIGHT END VERNON DAVIS SIGNED HIS CONTRACT, JUST IN TIME FOR THE FIRST PRACTICE OF TRAINING CAMP. DAVIS, THE SIXTH OVERALL PICK FROM MARYLAND, WAS THE LAST OF SAN FRANCISCO'S NINE DRAFT CHOICES
49ers: Tight end Vernon Davis signed his contract, just in time for the first practice of training
Mayo sees 'Whiz Kid' in grandson
Richie O'Brien reminds him a lot of Phillies' great pitcher Robin Roberts. By JOHN KOVACH
BABE RUTH 16U
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Maryland team takes championship
Maryland team takes championship AFTER HUNDREDS of games and hosting 113 teams, the 16-and-under
Mariners stop Tribe, 3-1
Former Indian Ben Broussard homered in the ninth inning. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jarrod Washburn won for
Catholic group collecting for tsunami relief
YOUNGSTOWN -- Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown is aiding victims of the tsunami and
"Mount St. Helens: Forecast for Disaster" (8 p.m., Discovery Channel): Is Washington's Mount St.
"Mount St. Helens: Forecast for Disaster" (8 p.m., Discovery Channel): Is Washington's Mount St.
Protect your pets from the sun as well
Dear Readers: We humans have become pretty savvy about the damage the SUN can do to our skin, but
Results from Northfield
NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Chartleysmonalisa8.404.603.00 Shinin Pearl (Boring)53.6012.80
Florida woman missing from cruise ship
MIAMI (AP) -- Authorities were investigating the disappearance of a Florida woman from a cruise ship
Heritage Day observance to be at Niles museum
Displays relating to the history of Niles will be featured. NILES -- The Niles Historical Society
Shiite wants Iraqis to have control
Sunnis and Saddam loyalists are behind most of the violence, he said. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A
Signatures invalidated in Hazel St. challenge
Residency, registration and address problems plagued the petition. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
MLB ROUNDUP \ Friday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 6, Devil Rays 0 NEW YORK -- Chien-Ming Wang shut down Tampa Bay for the
Headbands are high priority accessories in fashion circles
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Hillary Clinton wore them constantly in the '90s. Britney Spears and
SANDLOTS Babe Ruth 15 team blanks Illinois in regional opener
Youngstown's 14-year-old team also won in Indiana. SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Shawn Roman pitched a two-
AGENDA MONDAY
Agenda Monday Hubbard Board of Education, executive session, 5:45 p.m., regular session, 7 p.m.,
Officials plan to vote on funding for transit system
The $151,000 was the county's promised share of the system's 2006 funding. By ED RUNYAN
8,580 to try hands at poker tournament
For now, the top prize is $11.7 million. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Amateurs, seasoned pros and celebrities
Administrator raises
Administrator raises CANFIELD -- The board of education gave raises to three administrators,
BIRTHS
BIRTHS Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Mark and April Prideau of East Liverpool,
NFL 2006 FIRST-ROUND SIGNINGS
NFL 2006 FIRST-ROUND SIGNINGS 1. Houston, Mario Williams, de, N.C. State -- six years, $54
Here's things to consider when choosing an eye cream
The miracle cure for crows feet and puffy eyes is yet to be found. SCRIPPS HOWARD Got a new set
Pavin leads in suspended U.S. Bank
Jason Bohn is a stroke behind at the Milwaukee event. ASSOCIATED PRESS MILWAUKEE -- Corey Pavin
Painting contractor enters guilty plea
The contractor will be sentenced in October. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
Browns sign Wilson, wrap up draft choices
BEREA (AP) -- Rookie wide receiver Travis Wilson, the only Cleveland draft pick not in training
Woman sues HMHP over husband's death
YOUNGSTOWN -- A widow has sued Humility of Mary Health Partners, alleging it was responsible for the
African parishes growing
The continent is becoming a source of priests for Western nations. By ANDREW MAYKUTH MCCLATCHY
UNITED SOCCER LEAGUES
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$375,000 street resurfacing contract awarded in New Castle
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Council has agreed to pay Youngblood Paving Inc. nearly $375,000 to resurface
Denison University, Granville, Ohio
DENISON UNIVERSITY, GRANVILLE, OHIO Jacob Neiheisel, son of Pat and James Neiheisel of Leetonia,
Jury hung (up) in cell phone abuse
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (AP) -- A judge declared a mistrial Friday after a jury was unable to reach a
KEN COOPER | A Profile Record exec did time in school of hard rock
The former Sin-O-Matic singer, a Columbiana native, is moving to Music City. By GUY D'ASTOLFO
Hornish takes new approach
Hornish takes new approach Sam Hornish Jr. has always been a risk-taker on the track. That style
Artist uses personal life to create stirring works
Diana Levinson's works are now on display. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT HOWLAND --
Steelers sign Holmes
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- First-round draft pick Santonio Holmes reached terms Friday on a five-year
Indiana advances with win
Hammond eliminated Illinois Americans 12-2 in the Babe Ruth 16 regional. STRUTHERS -- Indiana's
Gaining control of weight loss isn't always a simple matter
Some not-so-obvious answers may give you a jump start. By CZERNE M. REID MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS
YSU has high hopes entering first drill on Friday
Twenty-seven seniors return including 16 starters. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
4 sites in hunt for new plant
Groundbreaking is at least eight months away. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Baseball Standings
BASEBALL STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Boston6240.608--
Boldish-James wedding to be held in Campbell
XCAMPBELL -- Announced by Mr. and Mrs. Ron Tusinac, 572 Blossom Ave., is the engagement of her
Data stolen from Wisconsin company and sold
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (AP) -- Personal information on 72 workers' compensation claimants was stolen
Plea-for-peace rallies rock the Valley
Sponsors said the protest will continue until U.S. policies change. YOUNGSTOWN -- Several dozen
BROWNS ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Tucker gets knee checked: Right offensive tackle Ryan Tucker left practice after less than one hour
Two men arraigned on three arson counts
Bond was set Friday at $150,000 for each suspect. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men accused of setting three
New York-Penn League standings
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Jamestown (Marlins)1817.514-- Scrappers (Indians)1819.486 1 State
Bond set at $1M in murder case
ANDOVER -- A Hubbard man is being held in Ashtabula County jail in lieu of $1 million bond after
Neither vulnerable. South deals.
Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH A Q 8 5 7 4 2 6 5 3 2 6 3 WEST EAST 7 4 2
THURSDAY'S GAMES
THURSDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Baltimore 6, Kansas City 4 Oakland 5, Toronto 2 NATIONAL
Steelers' Roethlisberger runs well as drills open
Injured in a motorcycle accident in June, he is grateful to be at practice. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY
YOUNGSTOWN & amp; MAHONING COUNTY "Creatures Under the Sea with the Sheriff's Dive Team."
Primitive fishing presents challenge
Spearfishermen have to get very close to their prey. By SUSAN COCKING MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS CAT
'Curse' debunked by historian
By RANDOLPH E. SCHMID ASSOCIATED PRESS Did the Hope Diamond, feared by many as a cursed stone,
Halfway house clears hurdle for relocation
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City council apparently is paving the way for an area halfway house to relocate.
Today on TV and Radio
TODAY 7:30 a.m. (SPD) Auto racing: Formula One German Grand Prix. 8 a.m. (GC) Golf: Players
Local Sports Digest
YSU Football tickets going on sale YOUNGSTOWN -- Single-game tickets for the 2006 Youngstown
Teen finds home with Valley family
The family has welcomed Vika into their Sugarcamp Drive home for five years. By NANCY TULLIS
No officials implicated in probe
The prosecutor said the process was a matter of 'truth,' not 'yield.' By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Struthers man arraigned on charges of drunken driving and obstruction
STRUTHERS -- A man facing four criminal charges posted 10 percent of his $8,000 bond Friday morning
Boone remains on trade block
He'd like to help turn things around and also help rookie Andy Marte. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Aaron
What makes a great angler stand out from the rest?
So what's so difficult about fishing? Now there's a loaded question. I hear it often,
After-school programs at schools on rise, Junior Achievement says
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -- The growing role of schools in the community can be seen in the number of
First tour victory eludes Wie; Webb rebounds for triumph
The 16-year-old finished second to the veteran Australian at Evian Masters. EVIAN, France (AP) --
Scientists look to verify legend
A former slave has been called the 'black Paul Bunyan.' EAST HADDAM, Conn. (AP) -- Archaeologists
TUESDAY
TUESDAY Daphne members will meet at 11 a.m. for a picnic and auction. Earline Gotthardt will be
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Ohio: call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.
OHIO
OHIO Hunter education LOWELLVILLE -- A hunter education course will be offered Aug. 12-13 from 9
Departing principal looks fondly on tenure
Bill Mullane has been Harding High School principal since 1997. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
Nuptials planned by Marta Simcox and Jason Evans
XPOLAND -- An October wedding is planned by Marta Kay Simcox and Jason H. Evans, both of Boardman,
Man gets sentence to 21/2 years for injecting girl with heroin
MERCER, Pa. -- A Farrell man was sentenced to 21/2 to five years in prison in Mercer County Common
3,700 U.S. troops being moved to post in Baghdad
One brigade is being reassigned instead of being sent home. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The U.S. command
Officials dismiss purchase risks
The county took ownership of the building Friday morning. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
Bail set at $50M in shooting case
The suspect forced his way into a Jewish community center and opened fire. SEATTLE TIMES SEATTLE
Circus's new look aids shift to arenas
Technology plays a larger role in the newest manifestation. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
Statue list surpasses official 9/11 death toll
New York officials have taken 43 names off the list since the attacks. BAYONNE, N.J. (AP) -- A
NFL Bengals' Palmer optimistic for opener
He's practicing, but still isn't ready to test his knee with contact. GEORGETOWN, Ky. (AP) -- Not
High heat spurs body to adapt
Snapping back isn't easy for people suffering from the heat. WASHINGTON POST If only there were
Local Golf Scores
MENS Mobile Company (Pine Lakes) -- Low gross: Dan Kinney 37, Bill O'Horo 38, Kenny Gura 40, Bob
Treaty will clamp down on 'adoption farms' in mid-2007
Only China and Russia have more adoptees in the U.S. than Guatemala. GUATEMALA CITY (AP) -- One
FRIDAY
FRIDAY William Farr Lodge will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Girard Masonic Temple, 34 S. State St.
Surplus Food Sun7/30
Surplus Food Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave., Youngstown. Food
AT A GLANCE
AT A GLANCE World Series of Poker Day: 1 Big news: The world's biggest poker tournament kicked
Holmes has no apologies to give
He took part in his first practice session on Saturday. LATROBE, Pa. (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers
Accused agrees to freeze of assets
The man is accused of giving drugs to a girl who later died. WARREN -- Timothy Wyland, the
Celebrating Italy
Celebrating Italy THE CANFIELD Fairgrounds came alive with the sights, sounds and aromas of Italy
U.S., U.K. push cease-fire
Bush and Blair called on Syria and Iran to join the peace process. WASHINGTON (AP) -- This time
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