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AMERICAN LEAGUE ATHLETICS 5, ORIOLES 4

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CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight

MOUNT UNION COLLEGE, ALLIANCE, OHIO Leah Wetherald, a junior math and education major from Lisbon,


Smith-Phelan engagement is announced

XNEWTON FALLS -- The engagement of Darlinda Smith of Newton Falls and Ralph Phelan of Leavittsburg


SUSPECT IN SHOOTINGS IS THREAT TO PUBLIC, POLICE SAY

Suspect in shootings is threat to public, police say CASSADAGA, N.Y. -- State police warned


Salute honors POWs

Eight men were honored for their sacrifices in World War II. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF


PENTAGON REPORT SAYS IRAQ VIOLENCE IS SPREADING

Pentagon report says Iraq violence is spreading BAGHDAD, Iraq -- An Iraqi boy, above, stood Friday


Cowher likes chances

Despite finishing 0-4 in the preseason and often playing down to the level that record requires,


A guide to minding your P's, Q's at work

In social circles, improper etiquette can cost you a friend. In the business world, it can cost you


Milestones

SCOUTS Receives Eagle Award Greg Alan Beca, son of Dave and Linda Beca of Howland, received the


Mooney soars past St. Francis

Dan McCarthy tossed two TD passes to Tony Brunetti in the 28-0 rout. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR


Americans urged to convert to Islam

No terror threats were made in the video. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- An American thought to be an al-


Chinese activist may force changes

Opinion: A year ago, on a trip to China, I wrote about a blind legal activist who was challenging the use of


FOOTBALL SATURDAY'S RESULTS ALLIANCE 46, CHANEY 30

FOOTBALL SATURDAY'S RESULTS ALLIANCE 46, CHANEY 30 Alliance156619--46 Chaney80022--30 CHANEY


Hoffman helps lead Big Reds to big win

He passed for 207 yards and two TDs as West Middlesex routed Neshannock. By RICK ELIA VINDICATOR


Child's death sparks system review

The foster parents are accused of leaving a boy bound in a closet for two days. CINCINNATI (AP) --


Gentle llamas inspire llotsa llove

Llamas competed for best-dressed at a Junior Fair contest. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF


Three killed in apparent murder-suicide

SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- Three people were killed in an apparent murder-suicide at Shepherd


Building adds pupils from Sheridan school

Children and parents from two school areas will come together as one this fall. By HAROLD GWIN


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: Another Found Self with Motion Picture Demise and Red Red Wine. When: 7 p.m. Sept.


If need arises, OT is OK'd

GM is considering boosting its Cobalt sales forecast by 24,000. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


Finding friends

Adults sometimes must find creative ways to connect. By JESSICA YADEGARAN MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS


Peewee football teams play at Ipe Field

Uniformed police officers and some in street clothes were at the game. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR


SOAP OPERA SUMMARIES

ALL MY CHILDREN Tad reluctantly became the main witness against Zach and Dixie. Not wanting to


Political parties target community colleges

Community college students have long been neglected as a source of votes. DAYTON (AP) -- At pizza


FAIR SCHEDULE | A rundown of planned events

ATTENDANCE Wednesday: 24,589 Wednesday (2005): 17,973 Thursday: 51,905 Thursday (2005):


What's left of Ernesto puts damper on holiday tourists

Many hotels were faced with last-minute cancellations. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- The remnants of


GAZA CITY Striking teachers shut down schools

Hamas believes the strike is politically motivated. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- Thousands of


Hafner hurt in Indians' 7-2 win in Texas

The Tribe DH was hit by a pitch on the back of his right hand. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Grady


Sept. 15 deadline for conservation projects looms

AUSTINTOWN -- Eastgate Regional Council of Governments announces the start of Round 4A of the Clean


Injured Marine comes home

Marine Jeremiah Hill of Struthers will receive the Purple Heart. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR


Coast Guard plan to establish weapons training zones raises ire

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Anglers, boaters and environmentalists are up in arms about the Coast Guard's


Associated Press

Associated Press SURF'S UP: Felipe Mayo, of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, bails off his surfboard while


For free trees, join foundation

Ten free trees will be given to each person from Ohio who joins The National Arbor Day Foundation


Short time into his term, mayor of Pittsburgh dies of brain cancer

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Mayor Bob O'Connor, who learned he had a rare form of brain cancer only seven


TEAM BATTING

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MEN

MEN Catullo Prime Meats (Bedford Trails) -- Low gross: Jerome Jablonski 40, Bill Hritz, Tom Voytko


Official: OSHA has no records of inspections

AUSTINTOWN -- An Occupational Health and Safety Administration spokesman says he found no records


Diabetes information

Diabetes information YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN - New diabetes resource labs at St. Elizabeth and St.


Politics, not geology spikes gas prices

Opinion: By BEN LIEBERMAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION Lost amid the anniversary articles about Hurricane Katrina


New Ursuline director

New Ursuline director CANFIELD --Sister Charlotte Italiano has been named director of the Ursuline


Vindicator file photo

Opinion: Vindicator file photo FIFTY YEARS AGO: A demonstration of fancy cake decorating drew a crowd


SOCCER

SOCCER Women Geneva 4, Bethany 0 -- The Golden Tornadoes raised their record to 3-2 and the


Schools chief clarifies new rules on newspapers

BROOKFIELD -- A school official said what should have been a small change in school regulations has


Junior Fair Board: hard-working kids

Junior Fair Board: hard-working kids THE CANFIELD FAIR began days earlier for the Junior Fair


Mexicans assess storm's damage

The hurricane weakened to a tropical storm Saturday. CABO SAN LUCAS, Mexico (AP) -- As tourists


Ganyard strong as Niles cruises

Senior quarterback Walt Krezeczowski added two TD passes in the 35-0 win. By PETE MOLLICA


'THE WICKER MAN'

'THE WICKER MAN' Grade: D. Director: Neil LaBute. Running time: 1 hour 37 minutes. Rating: Rated


Ever since LeCharles it's been Les Mis

Cleveland is hoping that veteran center Hank Fraley -- just acquired from Philadelphia -- will


NASCAR GRAND NATIONAL WEST

NASCAR GRAND NATIONAL WEST RELOCATE HERE 200 Friday's late results At California Speedway


Day of reckoning for a corrupt politician

Opinion: Operation Safe Road has been a huge success in Chicago. It did nothing to stem automobile


Dispute is holding up payments for machines

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Thomas McCabe, Mahoning County Board of


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Exclusive Kid (Caminita)7.204.002.40 Call Me Glory


Arson suspect arrested

Arson suspect arrested YOUNGSTOWN -- A man suspected of torching at least five vacant houses on


NFL

NFL FavoritePointsUnderdog Thursday, Sept 7th. PITTSBURGH4Miami Sunday, Sept 10th.


Chemicals sicken Ravenna workers

RAVENNA (AP) -- An inadvertent mix of cleaning chemicals sent fumes throughout a Portage County


The Vindicator/Nick Mays

The Vindicator/Nick Mays PEACE PARADE: Several hundred people braved wet weather to join the


Westminster falls to Allegheny, 35-10

The Titans lost three fumbles and were intercepted twice in their opener. By BILL ALBRIGHT


Situation in Darfur bleak

Opinion: Miami Herald: The United Nations has one more opportunity to help the desperate refugees in the


Veterans

VETERANS Conference for women The 2006 Ohio Women Veterans Conference is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Gurska receives Behrend honor

Hickory High has produced a number of outstanding basketball players. One was Dave Gurska, who


THE WINNERS | MTV Video Music Awards

Winners of the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards: Video of the Year: Panic! At the Disco, "I Write Sins


Today is Saturday, Sept. 2, the 245th day of 2006. There are 120 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, Sept. 2, the 245th day of 2006. There are 120 days left in the year. On this date


St. Louis topples Pirates, stays hot

The Cardinals have built a 5 1/2-game lead over the slumping Reds. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Chris


U.S. OPEN WASHED OUT

U.S. Open washed out Saturday's rain and high winds allowed Andre Agassi an extra day to rest for


WANT NEW FRIENDS?

WANT NEW FRIENDS? Here are a few ways to find them: Internet. Meet your friends' friends on


Schedule: Planned events

ATTENDANCE Wednesday: 24,589 Wednesday (2005): 17,973 Thursday: 51,905 Thursday (2005): 47,539


RECORD REVIEWS

'NIGHTCRAWLER' Pete Yorn (Columbia) Grade: A Pete Yorn is at his best when he's at his most


Booed Bonds blasts home run No. 728

Washington won in the 11th inning in the first game of a day-night doubleheader vs. Arizona.


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Andreen Book to be bride of James Wilson

XGIRARD -- Plans are being announced for the upcoming marriage of Andreen A. Book and James L.


CLUBS

CLUBS XChristian Women's Club South will hold a "Country Fair" luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Sept.


Songwriter files suit, again seeking royalties

WARREN -- A Warren songwriter and musician has filed a breach-of-contract lawsuit seeking royalties.


Western Reserve rolls again

The unbeaten Blue Devils crushed Newcomerstown. NEWCOMERSTOWN -- Brandon Moherman threw four


Crew size is the key issue in talks between union, railroad industry

Railroads say technology can help them run trains safely with fewer people. By DON SHILLING


UCI-VUELTA A ESPANA

UCI-VUELTA A ESPANA Saturday's results At Lugo, Spain Eighth Stage A 112.8-mile leg From


Federal judge throws out voter registration rules

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A federal judge threw out new state rules governing voter registration drives


Chase-less Busch gets fifth pole

He has no pressure now that he's out of the Nextel Cup Chase. FONTANA, Calif. (AP) -- A relaxed


SATURDAY'S SCORES EAST

SATURDAY'S SCORES EAST Albany, N.Y. 17, Lehigh 16 Allegheny 35, Westminster, Pa. 10 Bentley 9,


6-year-old can pick her clothes

Q. My 6-year-old daughter has had issues with clothes for a couple of years. We lay her clothes out


Grandparent intrudes into family time

Dear Annie: My 33-year-old daughter has been married for three years and gave birth to a beautiful


Are dog wigs (yes, wigs) next big thing?

The wigs range in price from $18 to 'hundreds of dollars.' By MADELINE BARO DIAZ MCCLATCHY


FINAL NUMBERS Ohio St. 35, N. Illinois 12

N. Illinois0336--12 Ohio St.21707--35 First Quarter OSU--Ginn Jr. 5 pass from T.Smith (Pettrey


Supreme Council honors area Mason

CHICAGO -- Timothy A. Johnson of Girard was elected to receive the Scottish Rite 33rd degree during


Elks scholarships available for seniors

CHICAGO -- Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States can apply for an Elks


March, gospel program kick off new school year

High school attendance and high hopes for the future were encouraged. By PETER H. MILLIKEN


Duce Staley is retained by Steelers

The Steelers want to make sure that they don't run short of running backs like last year.


Several set sights on job of treasurer

The governor has about two months to appoint a new treasurer. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Stephanie Smith and Norman Thomas, Boardman, girl, Aug.


North-South vulnerable. North deals.

North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH -A K 5 4 -Q 8 7 6 -Q J 2 -10 2 WEST EAST


Prep Roundup

FOOTBALL Mathews 9, Cle. Cent. Cath. 0 BEDFORD -- Jake Klinger kicked a 33-yard field goal and


Farrell pulls out 6-0 win over Sharon

The Steelers scored on the final play of the game. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


TOP 25 ROUNDUP

TOP 25 ROUNDUP Saturday's games No. 3 Texas 56, North Texas 7 AUSTIN, Texas -- In his first


Morelli's arm lifts Penn St. past Zips

The junior QB threw for three scores and 206 yards to key a 34-16 win. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) --


Sneaking a peek to see how her Bulldogs are doing

Cassidy Lyons, 7, of Poland, a member of the Little Bulldogs cheerleading squad, peers between signs


Dominant defense leads South Range

The Raiders held Independence to 105 total yards in a 28-0 win. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS


Training makes duck dogs invaluable

It takes patience and time, but there's a great payoff, one trainer said. By BRENT FRAZEE


Lotto Results

OHIO Friday 9/1 Night drawings: Pick 3, 0-5-1 Pick 4, 3-2-0-3 Rolling Cash 5, 10-18-28-32-38


Brookfield records second straight win

The Warriors didn't have an easy time against the Bluejays. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS


Akron arrives in Happy Valley a better team than in '04

Anthony Morelli makes his first start at quarterback for the Nittany Lions. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Tady Strikes Again (Miller)2.802.202.10 That Fly'n Angel


ROCK MUSIC Another Found Self finds itself moving upward

The band is on NBC's online competition 'Star Tomorrow.' By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


VIDEO GAME REVIEWS

'MADDEN NFL 07' (EA Sports) for Xbox 360, GameCube PlayStation 2, Xbox, PSP, PC, DS Genre: Sports;


Police seek man who shot troopers

One shot pierced one trooper's bullet-resistant vest. FREDONIA, N.Y. (AP) -- Pennsylvania


Authorities arrest 16 terror suspects

The arrests were not related to last month's suspected plot, police said. CHICAGO TRIBUNE LONDON


Hubbard slips past Poland

The Bulldogs had all the statistics, but the Eagles made the big plays. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU


"Merlin's Apprentice" (8 p.m., Hallmark Channel): Camelot once stood as a grand, impenetrable

"Merlin's Apprentice" (8 p.m., Hallmark Channel): Camelot once stood as a grand, impenetrable


TUESDAY

TUESDAY Clotilda Club, an auxiliary of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at Denny's in Boardman


Woman who lied in case is sentenced

By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU AKRON -- The woman who gave Dr. Gulam Moonda's


Assassination film stirs British uproar

Some critics said the work should not be viewed as serious filmmaking. WASHINGTON POST LONDON --


Authorities find house full of dead and starving cats

A prosecutor says the city lacks resources and expertise to rescue the animals. YOUNGSTOWN -- With


NOTEBOOK

NOTEBOOK Ohio St. vs. N. Illinois Talking Texas: Ohio State's postgame talk turned almost


If convicted, 4 soldiers should die, report says

The two sides tell very different stories about what happened. ASSOCIATED PRESS An Army


Volney league has a proud history, record of success

Opinion: Volney league has a proud history, record of success EDITOR: Being a proud alumnus of the North


Woman faces gun, other charges

YOUNGSTOWN -- A woman with previous forgery and theft convictions was charged with carrying a


Lectures to mark opening of building

The building has more than 20 teaching and research laboratories. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- A free,


COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW Today's games

Mount Union (0-0) vs. Averett (Va.) (0-0) Game time: 1 p.m., Cougar Stadium, Danville, Va. Series


Basketball World Championship

BASKETBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SECOND ROUND At Saitama, Japan Argentina 79, New Zealand 62


1,000 U.N. peacekeeping troops arrive

The full force is to number 15,000, to enforce the Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire. TYRE, Lebanon (AP)


Officials cancel contract for bridge job

By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- This weekend's Newton Falls bicentennial


Countdown begins for planned launch

Forecasters are predicting typical summer weather for Wednesday. ORLANDO SENTINEL CAPE


Will Rosie further strain 'View'?

Relations are already strained on the talk show. By FRAZIER MOORE AP TELEVISION WRITER NEW


Mahoning county

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine


NFL ROUNDUP \ News and notes

Broncos: Ron Dayne, the 1999 Heisman Trophy winner who entered training camp as the starter, was


WEEKLY QUIZ

WEEKLY QUIZ Q. Vulnerable, as South you hold: 8 A K J 9 5 A Q 10 9 8 5 4 The bidding has


Fugitive of the Week

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Anthony M. Caulton The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is


Twins, rain defeat Yankees, 6-1

The game was called during the eighth inning because of rain. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --


As some neighborhoods change, congregations adapt to survive

One minister of a storefront church compared his following to 'a nomadic tribe.' By RICK KOGAN


'Wicker Man' doesn't cut it

While the audience understands what's going on, the main character doesn't. By ROGER MOORE


Scrappers rained out

NILES -- It'll be two-for-the-price-of-one day today when the State College Spikes play the Mahoning


GAME TIME

GAME TIME Today Who: State College Spikes at Scrappers When: Two seven-inning games, starting


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA D.C. United1338474125 Chicago888323230


Mistakes costly as Canfield bows, 27-17

The Cardinals could stop Canton South's big play offense either. BY ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR


Rain is kind to Agassi; match is reset

The benefit of having time to rest his back could also result in having to play on consecutive days.


'Crank' offers a violent, entertaining journey

By DAVID HILTBRANDT THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER You snooze, you lose. That's the dilemma facing


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Auburn (Blue Jays)3830.559-- State College (Cardinals)3532.52221/2


Rayen wins, 25-15; JFK defeats Struthers, 28-7

Salem slipped to 0-2 after losing to United, 24-21. LODI -- Gary Thornton rushed for 168 yards on


First Book taking grant applications

WARREN -- First Book-Trumbull County is accepting book grant applications from local nonprofit


Cerasi-Prozy engagement is announced

XCANFIELD -- The engagement of Melissa Cerasi and Mike Prozy, both of 4028 Migration Lane, Columbus,


Grant-Kalitich wedding to be in mid-October

XPlans for their upcoming marriage are being announced by Stacy Grant, a daughter of Paul and


NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESEASON AMERICAN CONFERENCE East WLTPctPFPA Miami220.5007869


CNN anchor does Top 10 list

NEW YORK (AP) -- CNN anchor Kyra Phillips, whose chatter in the ladies room found its way onto her


Chair company says it plans to hire only veterans

Employment is expected to grow from 10 to 25 by the end of the year. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


PREP

FOOTBALL FRIDAY'S SCORES AREA Rayen 25, Lodi Cloverleaf 15 Girard 44, Campbell 43 (OT)


Memories preserved for time

Among the unusual things bronzed are a body cast and a packaged condom. By ELLEN WARREN CHICAGO


Soltis, Conatser helping coach at VMI

LEXINGTON, Va. -- Paul Soltis, the former Austintown Fitch High, Ohio State and Youngstown State


NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-SONY HD 500

NASCAR-NEXTEL CUP-SONY HD 500 After Friday qualifying; race Sunday At California Motor Speedway


Thief takes $1,518 worth of golf clubs

AUSTINTOWN -- A thief may be hitting the back nine after he stole more than $1,000 worth of golf


Dems rally for Strickland for governor

The mayor said Strickland knows there are no great states without great cities. By NANCY TULLIS


TODAY

TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.


Kahne still has 'Chase' chance

He's battling for one of the 10 spots in the field for the championship. FONTANA, Calif. (AP) --


Judge's condo hit by blaze

Federal agencies are involved in the investigation as a precaution. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


IN THE CUP

IN THE CUP Area holes in one Ray E. Barnes, 72, aced the 145-yard, No. 3 hole with a 6 iron at


Transportation applications available

COLUMBUS -- Ohio Department of Transportation Office of Transit says applications for the


Storm's edge hits Baja

The effects of the hurricane were less than expected. CABO SAN LUCAS, Mexico (AP) -- Hurricane


Griffin's kick block nets Girard OT win

By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT CAMPBELL -- You would have to be a defensive coordinator


FALL FAILURES Trends are downgraded

Shooting stars just a year ago, these looks are now falling stars that you might want to eliminate


City to remove ash trees to prevent infestation

SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) -- The city along Lake Erie is beginning to remove ash trees even though a tree-


Magnuson Foundation dinner to be benefit for area students

Proceeds will be used to establish a scholarship in the field of criminal justice. BOARDMAN -- The


Opium production increases 59%, U.N. says

The estimated 6,100 tons of opium produced surpassed the global record. CHICAGO TRIBUNE KABUL,


Man pleads innocent in shootings

CLEVELAND (AP) -- A Cleveland man has pleaded innocent in the shooting deaths of a Cleveland State


'Love of a Pig' at YSU

'Love of a Pig' at YSU YOUNGSTOWN -- Blackbox Productions at Youngstown State University will open


MLB ROUNDUP \ Friday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Twins 1 NEW YORK -- Alex Rodriguez homered twice and drove in three


Blake honors Agassi

James Blake's game looked better than his Andre Agassi-like tribute. NEW YORK (AP) -- From the


Hahn-Hankey troth announced, wedding date set

XAUSTINTOWN -- The engagement of Kristen Ann Hahn of Poland and William Jonathan Hankey of


Economy is prosperous but insecure

Opinion: By PETER A. BROWN MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE One of the current political mysteries is why the economic


New charter school prepares to open

The new charter school already had more than 350 pupils enrolled a week ago. By HAROLD GWIN


We need Marshall Plan for blacks

Opinion: By ROBERT STEINBACK MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE MIAMI -- Black America is committing suicide. While poor


So much for this tourney

The Americans were dumped by Greece, 101-95, in the semifinals. SAITAMA, Japan (AP) -- As they


West Branch wins in 20T

Tyler Bates blocked a Beaver Local extra point to lift the Warriors. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR


REGION

REGION Membership banquet for Ducks Unlimited YOUNGSTOWN -- The Ducks Unlimited Mahoning Valley


Local mom invents expandable wagon

The prototype wagon was made of wood but the finished one will be plastic. By STEPHANIE UJHELYI


Pancake breakfast set

Pancake breakfast set Hartford Fire Association will have its monthly pancake breakfast from 7


Leading first service

Leading first service EAST PALESTINE -- Dr. Donald Aull, interim pastor of First United


YSU

YSU Soccer YOUNGSTOWN -- Jordan Gapczynski came off the bench to score the game's only goal in


Man sent to prison for store robberies

A Sharon man was sentenced for giving drugs and alcohol to teenage girls. MERCER, Pa. -- A man who


Lawmakers

A list of addresses, phone numbers for state representatives and senators and Congress members.


14 British soldiers killed in plane crash

The Taliban claimed to have shot down the plane. CHICAGO TRIBUNE KABUL, Afghanistan -- A NATO


Hair and skin care hints for men

Expert offers tips on the art of balancing beauty and masculinity. NEW YORK (AP) -- The


Survey says: Clarett asks for a poll

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Defense attorneys want a public opinion poll to determine if an impartial jury can


HONORING THE FALLEN: Ex-POW Norman Swaney of Boardman wore the vest of a friend who didn't make it back from the war.

HONORING THE FALLEN: Ex-POW Norman Swaney of Boardman wore the vest of a friend who didn't make it


Tributes made to Pittsburgh mayor who died

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- City workers on Saturday prepared for the body of Mayor Bob O'Connor to lie in


Catholic theologian to speak at Pa. school

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Kennedy Catholic High School has invited Dr. Scott Hahn, one of the leading


In Internet age, risk of embarrassment is high

Photos of politicians' kids' bad behavior are posted on various sites. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A six-


Junior board puts in months of work

The Junior Fair Board is 'a little army,' as one board member put it. By JEANNE STARMACK


N. Illinois first to test Buckeyes as No. 1

Ohio State should relish its ranking, says athletic director Gene Smith. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Joe


Will 'Bond' actor's kiss become infamous?

Will 'Bond' actor's kiss become infamous? VENICE, Italy -- No doubt there are plenty of on-screen


Race is key battle in state

Some Ohio Democrats view Randy Law's victory two years ago as a 'fluke.' By ED RUNYAN and TIM


The Vindicator Last beam in place at St. E's facility

Ironworkers Tom Schafer, left, and J.R. Urback lower the last beam into place at the St. Elizabeth


Democrats think ahead to victory in fall elections

Iraq will be the top priority if Democrats win one or both houses. MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS


Glenville pummels Harding, 41-7

The Raiders committed six turnovers. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF WARREN -- One of


Get sarcastic 13-year-old in to see a therapist

Dear Annie: Our 13-year-old daughter has us completely at a loss when it comes to relating to her.


& lt;B & gt;AMBROSE, & lt;/B & gt;Margaret F., 81, Niles; calling

& lt;B & gt;AMBROSE, & lt;/B & gt;Margaret F., 81, Niles; calling hours Tuesday


The West is hoping for a diplomatic solution to the nuclear standoff with Iran.

The West is hoping for a diplomatic solution to the nuclear standoff with Iran. TEHRAN, Iran (AP)


Bush struggles to make good on promises, threats

Analysts say Bush has laid out goals he cannot achieve. WASHINGTON (AP) -- As the fifth


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Hitting lessons -- Steve Krivonak is conducting his fall outdoor program for boys and


SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER 7 -- Beaver Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 201 golf outing at the Links at Firestone


Honoring Hispanic culture

The time I spent immersed in the Puerto Rican community on Youngstown's East and South sides from


Leonard Williams installed as Grand Master of Masons

DAYTON -- Leonard Williams Sr. was elected and installed as Grand Master of Masons of the Most


Cobb powers LaBrae to victory

LEAVITTSBURG -- Chris Cobb rushed for 220 yards on 12 carries Friday to lead LaBrae High to a 31-18


Consider carefully when flying with pets

Dear Readers: If you're planning an airplane trip with a pet, there's some important information you


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York8053.602--5-5W-242-2438-2910-8


THURSDAY'S GAMES

THURSDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 6, Detroit 4 Minnesota 3, Kansas City 1 Tampa


Price of Sunday paper will increase Oct. 1

The price of the Sunday issue of The Vindicator will increase 25 cents to $1.25 on Oct. 1. We


Missile radar remains idle, awaits repairs

Is the radar designed to withstand the conditions of its destination? CHICAGO TRIBUNE HONOLULU


Slaton has big game to spark No. 5 WVU past Marshall, 42-10

The sophomore picked up where he left off last season for the Mountaineers. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP)


Poland Rotary projects benefit from club's annual golf outing

Participants will support community services by playing a round of golf. COITSVILLE -- Bedford


Stagehouse dedication planned for Tuesday

Stagehouse dedication planned for Tuesday WARREN -- The city will dedicate the new Riverwalk


Crafty woman shows off her spinning ways

Sheep's wool turns into yarn as a spinner works and the curious look on. By JEANNE STARMACK


With Babb leading the attack, Alliance topples Chaney, 46-30

The Aviators' senior threw six touchdown passes against the Cowboys. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR


Fly me to the moon -- and beyond

Opinion: By SCOTT "DOC" HOROWITZ MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE In my astronaut career, I was fortunate to be assigned


Freshman class sets Grove City record

GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Grove City College has welcomed the largest freshman class in its history to


Assessing security

The U.S. government needs to sharpen its priorities, some security experts say. MCCLATCHY


AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 7, RANGERS 2

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