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Recipes for some messy playing

CHOCOLATE CLAY 1/2 cup chocolate chips 2 tablespoons light corn syrup Waxed paper Sprinkles


AGENDA

AGENDA FRIDAY Springfield Township trustees, special meeting, 4 p.m., township administration


After a call from clerk, Girard police arrest N.C. man

GIRARD -- An alert store clerk and a police officer foiled an armed robbery Tuesday night with the


Durbin handles nerves, batters

BATAVIA, N.Y. -- Seconds after Chad Durbin unleashed his first pitch since coming back from elbow


ON THE ROAD U.S.-built car will satisfy your need for speed

Georgia company makes sports cars that compete with the world's best. HOSCHTON, Ga. (AP) -- Three


St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Ronald and Wendy Cortes, 695 E. Western Reserve Road, Youngstown, boy, June 18.


WHITE HOUSE VISIT NCAA champions in basketball, hockey visit with President Bush

For three of the men's and women's teams it was a repeat visit. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush


Words of the Constitution stand the test of time

Opinion: Words of the Constitution stand the test of time EDITOR: As a registered Democrat since 1947,


HELOISE Reader wants to know ingredients in windshield-washer fluid recipe

Dear Heloise: I was wondering: Is there an inexpensive way to make my own windshield-washer fluid? A


Big Lots considers moving into former Ames location

The store would employ 20 to 40 people in full- and part-time jobs. SALEM -- A Columbus-based


TRUMBULL COUNTY Former auditor helps interchange speculator

The parcels will be sold to the highest bidder. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


CHARTER

CHARTER Youngstown council views The Youngstown charter review commission heard from two council


SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK From Batavia, N.Y.

Dedicated fans: Season openers never get old for two Scrappers fans. Nick Papalas, 46, of Niles and


YOUNGSTOWN CSB panel to discuss new location

Among the issues that concern the CSB is the cost . By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


FOOD AND CLOTHING

FOOD AND CLOTHING Friends House Chapel Church, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown, 10 a.m. to noon.


WARREN Bribe charge bill refers to 2 city officials

A contractor is accused of paying a public official in exchange for contracts. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


Sosa's hopes fans forget his mistake

The Cubs standout returns to lineup tonight after a seven-game suspension. CINCINNATI (AP) --


REVIEW With due respect, 'Hulk' works on all levels

The film's got a love story, great special effects and an illustrious cast. By MILAN PAURICH


MERCER COUNTY Police insurance must stay

The carrier won't let the commission change its package at mid-year. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


DISPLAYING PHOTOS Here's how to frame your family

Planning out how and where you want to hang your photos is useful. By MARY BETH BRECKENRIDGE


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Gilbertson running the show for Huskies

The Washington assistant is overseeing the daily operations of the team. SEATTLE (AP) -- While the


OHIO Senate passes legislation on concealed firearms

The bill will have to return to the House for further consideration. By MICHELE C. HLADIK


INDIANAPOLIS CART is having a hard time, may sell

The CART series has hired an investment banker to consider its options. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The


EXPLORATION Down and dirty fun for kids

Either indoors or outdoors, making a mess is well worth any cleanup time. By SUZANNE PEREZ TOBIAS


OHIO State prohibits the sale and release of prairie dogs, other exotic rodents

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has prohibited the transportation, sale, distribution, exhibit or


Botanical name: Caladium x hortulanum

Botanical name: Caladium x hortulanum Attributes: Almost translucent white leaves with bright red


METS Timetable uncertain for Mike Piazza

The injured catcher said he won't rush his return. MIAMI (AP) -- New York Mets catcher Mike Piazza


Shooting victim's father finds her car

YOUNGSTOWN -- The car of a 21-year-old North Side shooting victim was discovered abandoned in


Tammy Tabak, Bob Thompson to be married

XCAMPBELL -- John and Elaine Tabak, 521 Porter Ave., are announcing the engagement of their


SHENANGO VALLEY Enterprise zone has $1.25 million to lend companies, official says

SHARON, Pa. -- The Shenango Valley Enterprise Zone Corp. has $1.25 million it wants to lend to


Lawn-Boy experts offer some tips on mowing

Lawn-Boy experts offer some tips on mowing Mowing the lawn is an endless, thankless job. So here


Pearson-Mitchell wedding plans are announced

XYOUNGSTOWN -- The engagement of Cynthia Pearson, 736 E. Judson Ave., and Charles M. Mitchell, 1040


NOTEBOOK From PNC Park

Wary about being home: Just what the Montreal Expos wanted at the end of one the longest journeys


SUMMER HEAT Staying cool: Is central air the key?

Experts discuss the ins and outs of central air conditioning in the home. By REBECCA SLOAN


DETROIT Tribe's homers lift Sabathia to victory

Cleveland hit three home runs in a five-run fourth inning to beat Detroit 7-4. DETROIT (AP) --


Birth parents offer Justin nothing but problems

Opinion: Birth parents offer Justin nothing but problems EDITOR: "The Asente Brothers!" An eye-catcher in


Trial set for man charged with criminal damaging

STRUTHERS -- A Boardman man accused of gluing shut the lock on the front door of the Kwik Fill gas


Youngstown Diocese complies with rules, official says

The diocese expects it will soon be audited on compliance as planned. By D.A. WILKINSON


FACTS & amp; FIGURES

FACTS & amp; FIGURES Some examples LODGING Options run the gamut at destination, resort-


Movie's marketing strategy: Simply go for the green

A Super Bowl commercial has become an important marketing tool. By BARRY KOLTNOW KNIGHT RIDDER


Texas advances

Texas advances The Texas Longhorns defeated Miami for the second time in the College World Series,


COLLEGES ACC leaders will discuss expansion

Duke, North Carolina and Virginia are holding out. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Atlantic Coast


CAMPBELL COUNCIL | On the agenda

Campbell City Council handled these items Wednesday: Authorized the director of administration to


COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Texas must beat Rice twice to gain the best-of-3 finals

The Longhorns have lost both of their gams against the Owls this year. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Texas


HOWLAND Officials: Intersection upgrades wouldn't have prevented crash

The LPGA tournament and the rib burn-off made traffic heavier than usual. By STEPHEN SIFF and


AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Devil Rays 11, Yankees 2 Yankees 10, Devil Rays 2 NEW YORK -- David Wells


Yes: James passes his final test with Cavs

LeBron James gave a final audition to the Cavaliers before they draft him No. 1. By TOM WITHERS


GM LORDSTOWN Plant ranks 2nd in output

By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR Productivity at the Lordstown Assembly Plant improved


GARDENING Work a bit each day to keep aches away

Keep your tools sharp, and take advantage of commercial breaks. By DAN VIERRIA SCRIPPS HOWARD


CHILDREN'S BOOKS Just wild about Harry

Libraries and bookstores alike anticipate a Harry craze like never before. By JOHN SKENDALL


Philomena deserves every bit of prison time, prosecutor says

Philomena accepted bribes while prosecuting and now wants out of jail early. & lt;a


ACC EXPANSION Conference considers inviting Miami only

A vote on expansion might not come until late June. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CHARLOTTE, N.C. --


YOUNGSTOWN Local man guilty of carrying a handgun

The 60-year-old man faces up to 18 months in prison or could get probation. By BOB JACKSON


NESHANNOCK TWP. Supervisors award pacts

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Neshannock Township supervisors have awarded contracts for renovations at the


GOLF Furyk challenges Woods as best of current crop

Tiger Woods may have a new list of rivals in the changing golf scene. OLYMPIA FIELDS, Ill. (AP) --


GAME TIME Tonight

Who: Scrappers at Batavia Muckdogs. When: 7 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390).


LEADERS

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING GABRHPct. Mora Bal562004472.360 ISuzuki Sea672855299.347 Blalock


Lie about $13,000 snagged Cafaro

Cafaro said he confessed several illegal acts after he got a plea deal. & lt;a


Deck is stacked against corporate rogues

ATLANTA (AP) -- Inspired by the military's deck of cards portraying Iraq's most-wanted figures, a


Hundreds line up for magic of new Harry Potter book

More than 900 people reserved the book at the store. & lt;a href=mailto:jgoodwin@vindy.com


CLASS AA LEAGUE

CLASS AA LEAGUE BUD'S PUB 3, JOLLY JOE'S 2 Jolly Joe's1000001--292 Bud's Pub0000003--362 Bob


Scrappers return to action

Mahoning Valley won its season opener Tuesday at Batavia, 5-1. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR


PLANNING TO MOVE? \ A list of tips

Hire expert movers. Many people check references but often fail to inquire whether the mover will


BEAVER TOWNSHIP Group plans court appeal over panel's denial of permit

Angels for Animals already has a crematory but needs a permit to use it. By VIRGINIA ROSS


DETORE BRIBERY TRIAL FBI shows Traficant paper trail

Employees of the Cafaro Co. were to testify today. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER


HOT CAR: A Panoz Esperante, above, is parked near the headquarters of Panoz Auto Development in

HOT CAR: A Panoz Esperante, above, is parked near the headquarters of Panoz Auto Development in


COMPETITIONS | Local winners

PERFORMING ARTS SHOW More than 100 area pupils participated in a spring Performing Arts Show


4-year-old boy drives into neighbor's garage

4-year-old boy drives into neighbor's garage CAMPBELL-- Four-year-old Mychael Claytor grabbed the


INTERLEAGUE Pirates' Benson says he's ready to face Cleveland

He is expected to return to the rotation Saturday after struggling of late. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


LAWRENCE CO. Officials seek to protect records

The suit says the apartment was searched because the renter is Arabic. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS


OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

XMichael and Carolyn (Cannon) Sweder of Hilliard, announce the birth of a daughter, Riley Elizabeth,


Have you ever sat in church and wondered where they get things like baptismal fonts, pews and

Have you ever sat in church and wondered where they get things like baptismal fonts, pews and


WARREN Downtown will blossom by the end of summer

The city removed trees last summer, annoying some business owners. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


INFORMATION James F. Nicolaus

The U.S. attorney's office in Cleveland has filed a bill of information accusing Warren contractor


WOMEN'S GOLF Wie, 13, is five shots back of Allen

PALM COAST, Fla. (AP) -- Michelle Wie, the 13-year-old golf prodigy from Hawaii, shot a 1-over 73


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)101.000-- Auburn (Blue Jays)101.000-- Batavia


On A7: A series of graphics shows the productivity rankings of North America's vehicle assembly

On A7: A series of graphics shows the productivity rankings of North America's vehicle assembly


Wild about Harry

Wild about Harry k THE FIFTH installment of the Harry Potter children's book series is due out


LAWRENCE COUNTY Commissioners mull electronic voting system

It will cost $1.1 million to buy touch-screen voting machines. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW


PIAA BASEBALL Ellwood City wins state championship

The Wolverines beat Tamaqua for the PIAA Class AA state baseball title. ASSOCIATED PRESS


WARREN In bribery charge, bill refers to 2 city officials

A contractor is accused of paying a public official in exchange for contracts. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


WORLD CUP American women's opener set

The Americans will open at RFK Stadium on Sept. 21. ASSOCIATED PRESS RFK Stadium, long


WNBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's games

Storm 61, Mercury 60 PHOENIX -- Lauren Jackson made two free throws with 24 seconds remaining.


YOUNGSTOWN Murder defendant sentenced for drugs

He'll spend his drug sentence in the county jail. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER


GAIL WHITE Excuse me, but I'm getting tired of celebrities' excuses

I am mad at Sammy. I have been fuming about Sammy Sosa since the cork flew out of his broken bat.


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Donald M. Brunker, 23, of 88 Leighton Ave., Boardman, and


Remembering shooting victim, Case Western moves forward

One new program is bio-science entrepreneurship. & lt;a href=mailto:viviano@vindy.com &


SOCCER Manchester United eyes American goalie

The English-champion team is interested in the MetroStars' Tim Howard. LYON, France (AP) -- While


SOCCER United star David Beckham transferred to Real Madrid

The 13-year-veteran was sold for $41 million transfer fee. LONDON (AP) -- The David Beckham era is


NILES Homes for Kids recognizes the efforts of two groups

Donations have been used to buy car seats, hold Christmas parties and take children to amusement


NEW YORK

Andy Pettitte blanked the Mets for seven innings in the Yankees' 5-0 victory. NEW YORK (AP) --


Home opener spoiled by loss

Auburn scored three runs in the eighth to beat the Scrappers 4-1 before 5,600 fans at Cafaro Field.


BUILDING PROJECTS Picnic tables: easy to put together

Try to get the lumber yard to do as much cutting as possible. By JAMES and MORRIS CAREY


NASCAR Can you say 'Nextel Cup'?

One specific company hasn't been identified as stock car racing's new title sponsor. COMBINED


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Brookfield Little League -- has a challenger division opening play on June 22 at 1:30


TRUMBULL COUNTY Board gears up for 157th fair

School bus racing is new to the fair this year. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE This year's fair runs July 8 to July 13. The gates open at 8 a.m. every day. The gates


YOUNGSTOWN Steelmaker to emerge from bankruptcy

The steelmaker needs labor and pension agreements to receive a $250 million loan. YOUNGSTOWN (AP)


TRUMBULL COUNTY Johnston Township trustee sets sights on commissioner's position

At least six people are interested in the appointment. JOHNSTON -- Township Trustee Donald J.


COLLEGE FOOTBALL Ohio St. replaces Tressel's contract

He still isn't the highest-paid coach in the Big Ten. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State football coach


TABLEWARE Summertime -- and the setting is easy

Paper and plastic can combine to carry simple, elegant warm-weather meals. SCRIPPS HOWARD Paper


ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball

BASEBALL Tri-T Pony Boardman Cole Valley 5, Austintown Greenwood Chevy 3 -- Bob Bovara hit a


ON TOUR This week's pro golf events

PGA TOUR Buick Classic Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Westchester Country Club, West


WARREN TMH adds 3 facilities to cardiac care unit

The move to the new labs is planned for next week. WARREN -- Forum Health Trumbull Memorial


HOWLAND Crash involved various factors

The LPGA tournament and the rib burn-off made traffic heavier than usual. By STEPHEN SIFF and


NASCAR Nextel will replace R.J. Reynolds as title sponsor of premier series

An official announcement is coming Thursday in New York City. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- At the end


New Jersey's Jason Kidd seeking NBA title after coming up short

The point guard could sign with San Antonio in the off-season. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- For the last


YOUNGSTOWN Woman is told to a find lawyer in theft case

Her court appointed counsel was taken away. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER


MAHONING, TRUMBULL COUNTIES State budget provision on bed tax holds promise for airport

By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- A provision that state legislators


REGION

REGION Union workers to vote on GE contract proposal YOUNGSTOWN -- General Electric employees


TENNIS Wimbledon may be a family duel

Sisters Serena and Venus Williams could meet in another Grand Slam final. WIMBLEDON, England (AP)


YSU

YSU Volleyball YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State coach Joe Conroy announced the signing of Amanda


Invitation to Cheney

Invitation to Cheney YOUNGSTOWN -- U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan sent a letter to Vice President Dick Cheney


MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Just for Snow14.409.006.60 Poker Hand (B.Marcial)11.207.20


DETORE BRIBERY CASE Traficant juror attending trial

Employees of the Cafaro Co. were to testify today. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER


Bud's Pub upends Jolly Joe's in Class AA

YOUNGSTOWN -- Bud's Pub scored three times in the last of the seventh inning to upend Jolly Joe's


LISBON County commissioners to take over program

Program participants are given work and their wages are federally funded. By NORMAN LEIGH


Homicide in Warren

Homicide in Warren WARREN -- Detectives are investigating a homicide that took place around 12:30


NBA Spurs' roster will be altered

Jason Kidd is a key piece to the puzzle for the New Jersey Nets and, possibly, San Antonio. SAN


Leagues are struggling for lack of interest, fans

By TIM DAHLBERG ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN DIEGO -- At first glance, the scene on a recent Saturday


REGISTRATION New program

St. Christine School -- Enrollment has begun for a new pre-kindergarten program to start in the fall


COLLEGE WORLD SERIES 'Horns not taking a defeatist attitude

Miami eliminated Southwest Missouri State. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Even after a 12-2 loss to Rice on


Old literature inspires new names for babies

Looking for baby names? Read old literature for ideas. The most popular girl's name in 2002 was


NEW CASTLE Union township officials warn about scam artists

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Union Township supervisors are warning residents, especially the elderly, about a


The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Her instinct is telling her that something is going on

Dear Annie: I just found out that my husband of 38 years has been taking a female co-worker out for


Cheryl Krieger, Mr. Wartenberg set August rite

XBOARDMAN -- The engagement of Cheryl Lynn Krieger, 4117 Shelby Road, and David George Wartenberg,


CHEAP, MESSY IDEAS

CHEAP, MESSY IDEAS Here are a few low- or no-cost ideas for messy fun: Make a big pot of


CAMPBELL Irked by damage from floods, many gripe to council

Sewer upgrades will be included in Issue 2 funding requests, the mayor said. By MARALINE KUBIK


Ammonia leak at business

Ammonia leak at business AUSTINTOWN -- Workers were evacuated from United Freezer and Storage on


Popularity prompts citizen corps expansion

Nearly 80 people completed a citizens police academy earlier this year. & lt;a


What's next for Pontiac?

Sunfire sales have been cut in half as the four-door sedan is eliminated. A Pontiac version of the