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Popular casual footwear is all about personality, no about performance
Athletic-inspired footwear is cute and fashionable. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS It's not exactly
Councilmen turn up support for noise law
Violators could face jail time under the proposed ordinance. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR
Tribe powers to 10-3 victory
Travis Hafner hit two homers and Cliff Lee got the win over St. Louis. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Cliff Lee
Justices to hear auto-emissions case
Twelve states are arguing a '70s law commits the U.S. to stronger regulations. LOS ANGELES TIMES
MAHONING COUNTY Inmates' lawyers oppose city motion
A federal judge found the jail overcrowded and unsafe. YOUNGSTOWN -- The lawyers for inmates who
INTERLEAGUE
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Roth wins 1-0 behind Goethe's two-hit effort
The winners snapped an 18-game losing streak over R & amp;J Trucking. STRUTHERS -- Robert
Mammography research reveals cancer dilemma
High-risk women might get cancer from scans used to detect cancer. CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO --
A summary of police activity in Canfield city and Austintown:
A summary of police activity in Canfield city and Austintown: CANFIELD CITY June 19 Identity
America's Cup Results
America's Cup Results At Valencia, Spain Sunday (Day 4 of Act 12 of Louis Vuitton Cup racing)
Workers can swap hours, health care
Applications, due July 7, will be judged on a case-by-case basis. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Violent day, despite insurgents' truce offer
At least 40 people died in two Baghdad market bombings. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Bombs killed at
Bank-monitoring story jeopardizes anti-terrorism efforts, president says
The president had a similar reaction to disclosure of NSA phone surveillance. KNIGHT RIDDER
SALEM Committee actions
Salem council's finance, utilities and rules and ordinances committees took these actions during
Taylor-Jackson wedding to be in Poland church
XFalyn Taylor, a daughter of Ray and Karen Wolfe, 2303 Stewart Road, Lowellville, and David Jackson,
Teachers get 2 percent raise in two-year pact ratified by board
Spouses with their own health coverage must pay to use the district's plan. By TIM YOVICH
INTEREST RATES Ryan encourages YSU students to act quickly on loan changes
Would-be consolidators need to get a notice on record by Saturday. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Oregon State beats Tar Heels 3-2 on throwing error for title
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Bill Rowe scored the go-ahead run on second baseman Bryan Steed's throwing error
Angry residents share their complaints about flooding with local, state officials
The storm dumped 21/2 inches of rain in 30 minutes. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Appearance of quality staff is the reason for big turnout
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- "Where can you go to hear and see so many
Navy reveals more details on data breach
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Some of the Navy sailors and families whose personal data was discovered last
Firefighters consider arson as cause of fire
WARREN -- City firefighters are investigating whether a blaze that heavily damaged a vacant house at
WORLD CUP SOCCER
WORLD CUP SOCCER Monday's games Italy 1, Australia 0 KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany -- The Socceroos
Detective testifies at hearing for suspect in embezzlement
The judge said Toda's bond did not need to be modified or reduced. AUSTINTOWN -- A Howland woman
Associated Press
Associated Press MANY PARTS: Human remains from mass graves in Iraq, such as those being examined
ACLU should drop gag
Opinion: Miami Herald: The American Civil Liberties Union has helped everyone from librarians to Nazis defend
SUPREME COURT Other rulings
In decisions Monday, justices: By a 6-3 vote, said Vermont's limits on contributions and spending
Robbery suspect ID'd
Robbery suspect ID'd YOUNGSTOWN -- Aggravated robbery warrants have been issued for 19-year-old
Wimbledon rained out
Wimbledon rained out Day 1 at the All England Club began with sprinkles that delayed the start of
Official: Majority favors project
Today is the final day for written comments. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF BAZETTA --
Group sues suspect
The bookkeeper was on probation for diverting checks at her previous job. YOUNGSTOWN -- A kidney
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Vince and Lisa Smith, Youngstown, girl, June 24. Nicholas and
Lytle perfect at plate in 7-1 win
The Scrappers used another 12-hit performance to post their second-straight victory. By PETE
Heavy rain causes mudslides, flooding around U.S. capital
A mudslide left debris as high as 5 feet on part of the Capital Beltway. WASHINGTON (AP) -- In a
WARREN POLICE Union, city state positions on staffing
The union disputes the relevance of data used to make the recommendation. BY AMANDA GARRETT
Wimbledon Results
Wimbledon Results Monday At Wimbledon, England Purse: $18.87 million (Grand Slam) Surface:
NEW WATERFORD Man sues to have vote on dissolving village
Elections board workers said it's too late to have an August vote on the matter. By D.A. WILKINSON
REUNIONS
XChaney 1942 January and June alumni will meet for breakfast at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Denny's in
YOUNGSTOWN STATE Boardman native to return to Valley as university's new budget director
McNally worked in budget and resource planning for the Ohio Board of Regents. YOUNGSTOWN -- A
NOTEBOOK | From Eastwood Field
Spikes in CWS: Two future members of the State College Spikes have been each other in the College
Plans announced for Siroki-Mills summer wedding
XAnnounced by Melinda K. Siroki, 1374 Northfield Drive, Mineral Ridge, and Thomas E. and Brenda S.
What's the price of a 22-year friendship?
Dear Annie: Last summer, my girlfriend and her children spent the day at my house. After they swam
Save time, reduce worries by signing up for direct deposit
Dear Heloise: You often share timesaving hints with your readers. I would like to give a tip to
Sports Digest
LOCAL Brian Terlesky wins golf event STOW -- Brian Terlesky Jr., 6, of Boardman, won the Ohio
Boy George gets scolding from Manhattan judge
Boy George gets scolding from Manhattan judge NEW YORK -- Boy George won't be going to jail. But
East-West vulnerable. East deals.
East-West vulnerable. East deals. NORTH -Q 8 4 -Q 10 2 -K 9 5 2 -Q 7 4 WEST EAST
Focus global warming efforts on China and Asia
Opinion: By PETER A. BROWN KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE Thanks to Al Gore's movie, the global-warming debate is
Shaffer fires 2-hitter for Bud's; Conkey, Santore smack homers
YOUNGSTOWN -- Eric Shaffer (2-0) pitched a two-hitter with nine strikeouts as Bud's DiCioccio posted
Board seeks levy's fifth renewal
The board will consider a Reading Recovery program for first-graders. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR
2 fighter jets collide, killing 1, injuring 1
KING CITY, Calif. (AP) -- Two Navy fighter jets collided Monday over a military base, killing one
Cemetery visitors are theft victims
YOUNGSTOWN -- "It's a shame you can't even pay your respects at a cemetery without something
Curtis' bid put on hold by rain
The postponement set up the PGA Tour's first Tuesday finish in 26 years. POTOMAC, Md. (AP) -- The
AUSTINTOWN Woman demands trial on falsification charge
Her lawyer says the $100,000 bond is excessive. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
PGA Booz Allen Classic Scores
PGA Booz Allen Classic Scores At Potomac, Md. Final Round Note: Play was suspended due to
New owners of Calex to add 60 employees
Former workers and others are being interviewed for jobs. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS
Exit rumors net mixed reactions
Some say a withdrawal is necessary to legitimize Iraqi defense forces. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
Nearly 48,000 take buyout offers
At the GM Lordstown Assembly Plant, more than 1,000 workers have taken the offer. STAFF/WIRE
Officials reject proposed zone swap for hospital
Two council members said they opposed the issue. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
CHAMPS HIT CAMP Ohio State's Jim Tressel attended Cardinal Mooney football coach P.J. Fecko's two-day camp at Mooney Athletic Conference.
By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF T'S GREAT FOR LITTLE KIDS," said Ohio State football
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Released LHP Mike Holtz. SEATTLE MARINERS--Signed RHP
Campbell parade
Campbell parade Individuals and organizations who want to participate in Campbell's Summer in the
Wedding planned by Miss Marucci and Mr. Sorice
XCANFIELD -- George and Susan Marucci of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
LIQUOR licenses
LIQUOR LICENSES The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers
College World Series
College World Series At Omaha, Neb. Double Elimination Friday, June 16 Bracket 1 Clemson
Pitcher Kevin Libeg of YSU will sign pact with Indians
The Hubbard High graduate from Masury will play in a Class A rookie league. By JOHN BASSETTI
HOW HE SEES IT Islamic, Western worlds growing apart
Opinion: By JOHN HALL MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- After last week's brutal killing of two
U.S. must be ready to destroy the missiles
Opinion: By ASHTON B. CARTER and WILLIAM J. PERRY WASHINGTON POST North Korean technicians are
Contract awarded for tank upgrade in Boardman
BOARDMAN -- Township trustees awarded A. Graziani and Co. of New Castle an underground storage tank
State OKs funds for tech center
COLUMBUS -- Youngstown will receive $750,000 from the state to deal with asbestos and for some
NORTHEAST WEATHER
Associated Press WASHOUT: Gary Harman and Ginny Moxley of the Montgomery County Burnt Mills Park
NILES | City council
Highlights of council special meeting Monday: Appropriated $265,000 from the sewer fund to help
Boardman native to return to Valley as university's new budget director
McNally worked in budget and resource planning for the Ohio Board of Regents. THE VINDICATOR
NASCAR Nextel Cup Leaders
NASCAR Nextel Cup Leaders Through June 25 Points 1, Jimmie Johnson, 2434. 2, Matt Kenseth,
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Parents announce Williams-Brown wedding plans
XPlans for the summer wedding of Christina Williams, 823 Woodlawn Ave., Girard, and Chad Brown, 291
Stabbing victim leaves hospital
SALEM -- Salem police said Monday that a man suspected of having been stabbed by his brother had
Nancy Tullis 6/26/06 left a message on Patterson's home and cell phones
Boardman police chief submits his resignation Boardman Township trustees will soon begin a search
Bush's signing practices debated
Bush has signed 750 bills with statements allowing him to interpret them. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Sen.
"BET Awards" (8 p.m., BET): Actor-singer Jamie Foxx leads the field with five nominations at the BET
"BET Awards" (8 p.m., BET): Actor-singer Jamie Foxx leads the field with five nominations at the BET
MAJOR LEAGUE ROUNDUP Monday's other games
INTERLEAGUE Red Sox 8, Phillies 7 BOSTON -- David Ortiz beat the Phillies in Boston's last at-
Travel ban to Cuba could backfire
Opinion: Just when growing numbers of international organizations are stepping up their criticism of Cuba's
Mackos-McLain troth announced, wedding planned
XThe engagement of Kristy Mackos and Raymond McLain Jr., both of 4599 Rhode Island Drive,
No matches completed due to rain
Only 17 of 64 scheduled matches got under way on opening day at Winbledon. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)
BUYOUT
BUYOUT The details of the deal Key points of the buyouts and retirement incentives offered to
"Warren has not only an amazing intellect but also a strong sense of justice. Warren's wisdom will
Opinion: "Warren has not only an amazing intellect but also a strong sense of justice. Warren's wisdom will
GAME TIME
GAME TIME Tonight Who: State College Spikes at Scrappers. When: 7:05 Radio: WNIO-AM (1390).
WARREN Court: 75-year-old is still a predator
The court said he had the potential to commit future crimes. WARREN -- A 75-year-old former Masury
KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE
Knight Ridder Tribune FOOTLOOSE: Women experience a new sense of comfort and freedom as they step
Justice center transition suffers a few glitches
The police chief hopes to have any problems solved in a matter of days. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Fate of soldier sparks tension
Some experts say the kidnapping points to a rift in the ruling Hamas party. KNIGHT RIDDER
2006 World Cup
2006 World Cup (x-advanced to second round) FIRST ROUND GROUP A Friday, June 9 At Munich,
To endorse or not to endorse should be left up to Williams
Opinion: To endorse or not to endorse should be left up to Williams EDITOR: You've got to admire
Surplus food Wed6/28
Surplus food Grace Lutheran Food Pantry, corner of Grant and Walnut Streets, East Palestine,
Study: Coffee helps to deter type 2 diabetes
ORLANDO SENTINEL ORLANDO, Fla. -- Here's something to go with your morning cup of Joe: A new, 11-
'SUPERMAN RETURNS'
'SUPERMAN RETURNS' Grade: C+. Director: Bryan Singer. Rating: PG-13 for language and violence.
Area Diamonds | Youth baseball
Tri-T Colt (15-17) Howland Orange 13, Howland Black 6 -- Anthony Mann's two hits and three runs
New York-Penn League Standings
STANDINGS New York-Penn League Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Batavia (Phillies)52.714--
U.S., JAPAN TO DEPLOY INTERCEPTOR MISSILES
U.S., Japan to deploy interceptor missiles TOKYO -- Japan and the United States will deploy
Taking a look at school plans
Building principals at all the schools prioritized needed improvements By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR
Sequel: Some flash, no fun
The characters are a bit boring, especially Kevin Spacey's Lex Luthor. By ROBERT W. BUTLER
Copyright 2006 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published,
Copyright 2006 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published,
Open avenue of dialogue with Pyongyang
Opinion: By CHARLES L. "JACK" PRITCHARD WASHINGTON POST For 1,971 days the Bush administration ignored
Tri-T Pony League standings
TRI-T PONY LEAGUE STANDINGS THROUGH JUNE 25 Mahoning North: 1. Austintown The Paper Center 20-2;
"Failure to Launch": Matthew McConaughey and Sarah Jessica Parker delivered a solid hit with this predictable romantic comedy about a grown-up guy still living with his parents. McConaughey stars as a
"Failure to Launch": Matthew McConaughey and Sarah Jessica Parker delivered a solid hit with this
LEADERBOARD
ScoreThru 1. Ben Curtis-2216 2. Steve Stricker-1516 2. Billy Andrade-15F 2. Nick O'Hern-1517
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Campbell Charter Review Commission, 7 p.m., city council chambers. Open to the
Today is Tuesday, June 27, the 178th day of 2006. There are 187 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, June 27, the 178th day of 2006. There are 187 days left in the year. On this date
Warren baby's death is ruled a homicide
WARREN -- The death of a 6-month-old boy with human bite marks on his body has been ruled a homicide
Gains can make amends for giving Sturgeon a pass
Editorial: Disgraced Boardman Atty. Edward F. Sturgeon should be suspended indefinitely from the practice of
Funding for dam breach expires
Council still hopes to receive the funds at a later date. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR