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Walter should practice what he preaches
Opinion: Randy Walter preaches restoring pride and integrity in the Mahoning Valley, and is outspoken when it
GOP must weather hurricane issue
Opinion: By MIKE ARMSTRONG SPECIAL TO THE LOS ANGELES TIMES Former President Clinton predicted last week
Bush aide stresses state's importance
The White House official has been working for the president since 1999. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Niles schools adopt construction plans
The school board will know the added millage it will seek at a July 6 meeting. By TIM YOVICH
SCHEDULE & amp; STANDINGS | NASCAR Nextel Cup
Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 -- Auto Club 500, Fontana,
THE OAKLAND Off-the-wall 'We R Just Men' amuses audience with humor
The original music helps set the show apart from typical musicals. By L. CROW VINDICATOR
Officers are installed, scholarships awarded
Students recognized for their scholastic and personal achievements. CANFIELD -- The installation
Kidman in Australia
Kidman in Australia SYDNEY, Australia -- Nicole Kidman visited a children's hospital ward with her
In a report issued Thursday, the Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Latoya Martin on a charge of obstructing justice. It issued a secret indictment on two counts of murder, two counts of
In a report issued Thursday, the Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Latoya Martin on a
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. HIGHER POWER: Even if they
Baringer honored, officers seated at annual dinner
Jaque Mickler was seated as the new president. BOARDMAN -- Struthers Rotary honored outgoing
Racing track vows to appeal to higher court
HARRISBURG (AP) -- Valley View Downs said Thursday it intends to appeal a Commonwealth Court ruling
Associated Press
Associated Press LONG CAREER: In this 1966 file photo, originally supplied by CBS, Dan Rather,
Surplus food
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to 11
U.S. down, then out in Deutschland
NUREMBERG, Germany (AP) -- There was no glory for the United States at this year's World Cup, only
Lowly Royals sweep Bucs
Kansas City's 15-7 victory was loaded with sloppy plays. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- These are, after
FBI: Despite use by police, data brokers illegal
Lawmakers agree that federal laws are likely being broken. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Despite the use of
Rookie Liriano upstages Clemens
Francisco Liriano was only 7 months old when Clemens started his big-league career. HOUSTON (AP)
WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE
The Vindicator/Robert K. Yosay In some parts of the Valley, storms lead to deep trouble Heavy
Social Security checks
Social Security checks YOUNGSTOWN -- An apparent snafu in delivery prevented some area residents
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT James Sliman is the publicist for rock band Cherry Monroe. An article on page D8
Faulty calling system to be replaced by city
Council purchased 11 new Chevrolet Impalas for the police department. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY
The name has changed, but the challenge remains the same
CLEVELAND (AP) -- It's been 25 years since Bobby Rahal took the checkered flag at the first Grand
Oregon St. stops Rice, advances to CWS final
The Beavers will play North Carolina in the best-of-three series. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Jonah
& lt;B & gt;BENTLEY, & lt;/B & gt; Florence, 69, of Youngstown;
& lt;B & gt;BENTLEY, & lt;/B & gt; Florence, 69, of Youngstown; calling hours Monday
NHL AWARDS Thornton edges Jagr to capture Hart Trophy
Washington's Alex Ovechkin won rookie honors over Pittsburgh's Sidney Crosby. VANCOUVER, British
With more surveillance cameras comes debate on their regulation
Some worry that if Big Brother is watching, others could be as well. SCRIPPS HOWARD Even as
MLB ROUNDUP
MLB ROUNDUP Thursday's other games INTERLEAGUE White Sox 1, Cardinals 0 CHICAGO -- Jim Thome
ON THE TRACKS \ This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Dodge/Save Mart 350 Sonoma, Calif. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 7
Here's how not to get stung this summer
Dear Readers: Don't let bees and other stinging insects zap you this summer. I'll share some secret
Unlicensed tattoos lead to skin infection, health officials warn
ATLANTA (AP) -- A worrisome superbug seen in prisoners and athletes is also showing up in people who
WORLD CUP ROUNDUP \ Thursday's other games
Italy 2, Czech Republic 0 HAMBURG, Germany -- Italy took care of its own business this time and
Jammers beat M.V. again in last at-bat
Mahoning Valley plays its home opener tonight against Williamsport. JAMESTOWN, N.Y. -- Jacob
Columbus police question Liberty man
He was arraigned locally on two counts of felonious assault. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
ISRAELI LEADER APOLOGIZES TO PALESTINIAN PRESIDENT
Israeli leader apologizes to Palestinian president PETRA, Jordan -- Ehud Olmert , left, and
Hamlin enjoys time on Busch circuit
The Nextel Cup race winner faces a stamina test this weekend. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Scott and Mary Shaffer, Berlin Center, boy, June 21. Forum
STANDINGS New York-Penn League
Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Batavia (Phillies)21.667-- Jamestown (Marlins)21.667-- State
Today is Friday, June 23, the 174th day of 2006. There are 191 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Friday, June 23, the 174th day of 2006. There are 191 days left in the year. On this date
Reyna's injury makes for humbling finish
NUREMBERG, Germany (AP) -- Claudio Reyna left his final World Cup game wearing a sweat shirt and a
IOC pares list to 3; Salzburg favored
Pyeongchang, South Korea and Sochi, Russia are also finalists. LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) -- A
GOP losing hold on states in the West
Opinion: A top Democratic Party group is considering having presidential caucuses in one or more Western
Ohio authorities hold 2 wanted in attack in Pa.
Pennsylvania authorities are trying to extradite the men. YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men who Pennsylvania
People born in May believe they are lucky
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS So you feel lucky. You're the first at the poker table. You ski down the
Mill's furnace expansion will mean additional jobs
An increase in aircraft production has helped the titanium industry. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Stolen computers pose security risks
Thousands of people's information has been compromised in the past six weeks. WASHINGTON POST
NHL has itself to blame
The NBA Finals are over, baseball reports in our region are depressing and the football news lately
Republicans just as Kean about the son
Opinion: PRINCETON, N.J. -- New Jersey's governors work nearby in Trenton, but the governor's mansion,
"BILL MOYERS ON FAITH & amp; REASON" (9 P.M., PBS): THIS SEVEN-PART SERIES IN WHICH THE NEWSMAN TAKES VIEWERS DEEP INTO KEY LITERARY WORKS TO PLUMB NEW WAYS OF EXAMINING THE ROLE RELIGION
"Bill Moyers on Faith & amp; Reason" (9 p.m., PBS): This seven-part series in which the newsman
Total Package Band will perform July 1
CAMPBELL -- Total Package Band will perform for free at Campbell City Fest, Roosevelt Park, on July
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Meager quarters means smaller payments
Dear Annie: I am a college student who has found living off campus to be far cheaper than living in
County files motion in prisoner lawsuit
YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County has filed a motion to dismiss the City of Youngstown's request to
U.S. government accesses international bank files
The program began just after Sept. 11, 2001. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The U.S. government gained
The team made some key changes in his crew this season.
By MIKE HARRIS AP AUTO RACING WRITER A year ago, Kasey Kahne was mired in a sophomore slump and
MOVIES The countless, inconsistent faces of Adam Sandler
The star keeps bouncing from serious to stupid. By CHRISTY LEMIRE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --
Dave Sugar Excavating tops Youngstown Express
STRUTHERS -- Dave Sugar Excavating scored four runs in the fifth inning to post an 11-5 victory
Little League founder hailed
The long-time Campbell resident turns 100 on Saturday. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Veterans toiled in secrecy, scorching heat
Their top-secret mission funneled supplies through Iran to the Soviet Union. BY AMANDA GARRETT
Fresh out of bankruptcy, WCI Steel begins upgrades
The steelmaker is in the midst of spending $125 million on mill upgrades. By DON SHILLING
Two men charged in shooting
YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men were charged with felonious assault after an argument escalated to a shooting
College intern funding renewed
Companies can get $3,000 in salary reimbursement for their interns. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN -- East of Chicago Pizza on Canfield Road was robbed at gunpoint Thursday, police said.
YOUNGSTOWN -- East of Chicago Pizza on Canfield Road was robbed at gunpoint Thursday, police said.
A changing Mass
Opinion: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Changes to the prayers that Roman Catholics recite at Mass may seem like
Study confirms recent global warming trend
Still, the debate over human impact on warming goes unresolved. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- An
United Quilt Guild announces winners of challenge night
SALEM -- United Quilt Guild's annual challenge night was held June 6 at the First Presbyterian
Tributes won't tell all of Rather's story
I miss Dan Rather already. Now that his departure from CBS is not only official, but imminent, the
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The Mahoning County OVI [operating vehicle impaired] Task Force will conduct saturation patrols beginning todayfri through Sunday. Police from multiple jurisdictions will be out enforcing impaired
The Mahoning County OVI [operating vehicle impaired] Task Force will conduct saturation patrols
Golf Roundup
LPGA PITTSFORD, N.Y. -- Shi Hyun Ahn bested the swirling winds and opened with a 7-under-par 65 to
Kent State's Curtis enjoys career-best round
He shot a 9-under 62 for the lead at the Booz Allen Classic. ASSOCIATED PRESS POTOMAC, Md. --
Woman is investigated in third house fire
WARREN -- Authorities are investigating a city woman, who is already facing two charges of arson, in
Muslims, Westerners still divided, study says
Many Muslims don't believe Arabs were responsible for the Sept. 11 attacks. KNIGHT RIDDER
Are drinks more than a shot in the arm?
By STEVEN ELLIS CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR They promise to "let your man out," enable you to
FBI arrests terror suspects in Miami
Officials said the group of men conspired to attack Chicago's Sears Tower. KNIGHT RIDDER
Weapons of mass disagreement
COMBINED DISPATCHES WASHINGTON -- Just hours after the Senate rejected U.S. troop withdrawals, a
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Free rock concert in Niles
Free rock concert NILES -- The DIG Project, a modern Christian rock band from Rochester, N.Y.,
In Europe, they're smart about their cars
Opinion: By JOHN M. CRISP SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Here are a few random observations derived from
Group's protest gets drug T-shirts pulled
The T-shirts have slogans such as 'The Pillsbury Dope Boy.' BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
President's advisers play down possible N. Korean missile launch
The vice president wants to pursue diplomatic options. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Senior Bush
Youth Baseball Results
Tri-T Colt (15-17s) Howland Orange 8, Hubbard 5 -- Spencer Sechler and Joe Kravec had two hits
Lowe gets OK to build massive dream house
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) -- Rob Lowe narrowly won approval from planners for a massive dream
South Avenue bar owners gain OK for outdoor entertainment
Neighbors are worried about noise because of experiences with another bar. By JEANNE STARMACK
Buyouts aid night-shift workers
The assembly line speed will be increased during daytime hours. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS Dianthus Chapter of American Business Women's Association will host a mother-daughter
Convicted former mayor also violated election laws
COLUMBUS -- The former mayor of Lyndhurst who scammed Trumbull County out of $200,000 has been found
Work progressing on stores, hotel, plaza
Officials say each project will increase the area's visual appeal. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Flooding, outages strike
As a result of strong thunderstorms that slashed through the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys on
"We will continue with the trial and will not be deterred."
Opinion: "We will continue with the trial and will not be deterred." Jaafar al-Moussawi The chief
Man illegally dumped 10,000 tires, AG says
More than 10,000 tires were dumped in Plain Grove Township. A Butler County man is accused of
Roof repairs at JFS caused injury, worker says
The Cafaro Co., named in the suit, says it didn't hire the contractors. YOUNGSTOWN -- A training
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Richard A. Hura, legal age, of 216 Saw Mill Run, Canfield, and
Machete suspect heads to New York
The suspect will eventually be deported. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU NEW
Library board approves expansion
BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown-Mahoning County Public Library Board of Trustees has agreed to buy land
Meeting results in many hirings for program
The commissioners authorized a land purchase for bridge improvements. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Recent Supreme Court ruling further erodes privacy rights
Editorial: It has not been a banner year for the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Chiselers on all
WNBA ROUNDUP \ Thursday's games
Shock 86, Sting 74 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Cheryl Ford had a career-high 24 points and 14 rebounds to