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FLORIDA A close encounter of the manatee kind
Swimming with the manatees gives one a respect for the animals. By KYLE WINGFIELD ASSOCIATED
TRUMBULL COUNTY Looking to INS for inmates
The program could subsidize costs for housing local inmates, officials say. By STEPHEN SIFF and
WARREN Woman files suit against former police officer over crash
The former police officer has filed for a disability retirement. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
Mayor awaits word on documents
Mayor James W. Border turned over two packets of documents last April. & lt;a
NBA Court to rule shortly on tape's release in Williams murder trial
The prosecution has asked that the release be blocked. ASSOCIATED PRESS FLEMINGTON, N.J. -- A
FUND REQUESTS Sewer/water projects
Local municipalities want the federal government to share in the cost of two sanitary sewer projects
TRUMBULL COUNTY Staff layoffs put squeeze on 911
A dispatch supervisor resigned, saying the reduced staffing endangered lives. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
BASEBALL Dodgers upset that Piazza entered visitors' clubhouse
It's not the first time that the Mets' catcher and Guillermo Mota have had words. NEW YORK DAILY
CURRENT PRICES Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Back from active duty, man gets job, then layoff
Township officials say the Tamco refund made their budget situation 'critical.' & lt;a
Health experts suspect virus as cause of mysterious illness
Experts say there is no evidence to suggest the illness is related to bioterrorism. ASSOCIATED
NHL Jackets suffer 5-1 loss
Joe Sakic's 12th career hat trick led Colorado to the victory. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The biggest debate
WALL STREET Top money manager predicts a depression
There are signs that his forecast is starting to come true. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Three years
Associated Press
Associated Press SERIES: The U.S. Postal Service's 20-stamp set "Masters of Photography" pays
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES TODAY Victory Assembly of God Church, 3899 McCartney Road, Coitsville, 9 a.m. to 2
SHENANGO VALLEY Municipalities combine efforts to seek federal aid for sewer, water plant work
The application wants 45 percent of the cost to be paid by the 2004 omnibus appropriations bill.
HELOISE Distilled water is more than boiled
Dear Heloise: I love those tabletop water fountains made for use inside the home. I own several, and
FRIENDSHIP Open hearts, open fridges
'Refrigerator rights' can symbolize our connection to others, a book says. By RYAN LENZ
MID-AMERICAN TOURNAMENT Gates, Haut lead Kent State; Ohio outlasts Miami
Central Michigan and Northern Illinois also advanced to the semifinals. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Netherlands honor Vincent van Gogh
His birthday meant little during his lifetime, but painter Vincent van Gogh's 150th birthday this
Ex YSU coach is going to big dance
She is an assistant coach with Horizon champion UW-Green Bay. & lt;a
Playing its fourth game in four days, OSU ran out of gas against Illinois.
CHICAGO (AP) -- No matter what the standings said, Illinois knew it was the best team in the Big
DUI task force
DUI task force WARREN -- The Trumbull County DUI Task Force will be looking for drunken drivers
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Derrick Slocum
The FBI and the Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking the public to help find the
TRUMBULL COUNTY Drivers needed for Mobile Meals deliveries
More than 100,000 meals are delivered each year. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
NFL ROUNDUP Davis finds new home in Carolina; Smith may be next
Emmitt Smith, the NFL's all-time leading rusher, believes Arizona is committed to winning.
McGraw in hospital; no details released
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) -- Former pitcher Tug McGraw was hospitalized Thursday for tests and
GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE Hernandez stops Tribe, 5-2
The Pirates lost 8-7 to Houston despite hitting five home runs. ASSOCIATED PRESS VIERA, Fla. --
A photo-finish win
He beat Kurt Busch by two-thousandths of a second, while Dave Blaney was third. DARLINGTON, S.C.
AROUND THE HORN Spring training news and notes
Phillies: Pitcher Jose Mesa insists he has no intention of harming Cleveland Indians shortstop Omar
President looks to meet demands
HMHP sees $30 million spent on charity cases as a success. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR
WARREN Show to air from museum
WARREN -- "The Two Wheel Power Hour" radio program will air from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday from the
TRUMBULL 911 Staffing, calls
BEFORE LAYOFFS Full-time dispatchers: 27 Part-time dispatchers: 2 Dispatch supervisors: 4
NEWTON FALLS City, schools to work on project
Contracts for the project were awarded this week. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
SHARON Council rejects idea to pay for snow bill
The mayor and finance director said there's no other place to get the money. By HAROLD GWIN
COLLEGE NOTES Drexel will renovate armory for basketball
The university needs to raise $10 million for the project. ASSOCIATED PRESS PHILADELPHIA --
WOMEN'S HISTORY Special events
A listing of local events to commemorate Women's History Month. "Mother Wove the Morning," a drama
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune EURO COINS: The Netherlands will strike gold and silver commemorative proof
THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting Maritime relics become popular for decorating
Those who live near an ocean, sea or river often find -- and save -- relics from old ships. The
MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Get hard-to-find products by visiting Web site
I received an e-mail note from Matina Spires, of Aiken, S.C. "Can you please help me locate a
HUBBARD TOWNSHIP Student discovers troubled water
'Horrible' is a word used to describe some well water in Hubbard Township. By TIM YOVICH
GOLF Three share lead in Honda Classic
Jeff Brehaut shot 63 just three days after having his clubs stolen. ASSOCIATED PRESS PALM BEACH
Sharon council amends crackdown on parking
SHARON, Pa. -- The city is backing away just a bit from its recent crackdown on illegal parking in
AWARDS Mahoning DAR chapter honors essay winners
The students read their essays at the event. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning Chapter of the Daughters of
with Ted Miller
with Ted Miller Age: 53. Residence: Shenango Township, Mercer County, Pa. Hometown: Sharon,
PIRATES Reyes feels fine after taking hit to the head
He was struck by a line drive off the bat of Tampa Bay's Aubrey Huff. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) -- A
Trustees brace to defend funds
The townships don't want to lose sales-tax revenue that's set aside for them. By BOB JACKSON
Poland breaks game wide open
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CANTON -- Avon High boys basketball coach Jim Baker spewed
ONE ON ONE | Ted Miller County Mayo singer has Irish music in his blood
Is Miller a true Irish name? Yes. It may have been translated at Ellis Island. It may have been
BIG TEN TOURNAMENT Darby's basket carries Ohio St. past Hawkeyes
The Buckeyes let a 12-point lead evaporate in the final three minutes. CHICAGO (AP) -- Their lead
Junior Women's Club to hold fashion show
The event will include a Chinese auction and a luncheon. GIRARD -- "Fashions in Bloom" is the
ROUNDUP Thursday's other games
Senators 3, Rangers 2, OT OTTAWA -- Wade Redden scored 1:34 into overtime for Ottawa. Daniel
TRUMBULL COUNTY Man convicted of rape twice seeks release pending trial
The defendant is in the state local prison. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Cupboard not bare for YSU, Heacock
A year ago the Youngstown State football team had a hard time getting in 15 spring practices because
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Lawrence Co. hails grant aid
The county's Crisis Shelter has received the federal funds for seven years. By NANCY TULLIS
HORSE RACING Trust N Luck likely favorite in Florida race Saturday
The horse was a wire-to-wire winner in the recent Fountain of Youth Stakes. MIAMI (AP) -- Ralph
Tourney field gets few complaints, few surprises
Arizona, Kentucky, Oklahoma and Texas earned No. 1 seeds. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- College basketball
MEN'S TOP 25 UCLA surprises Arizona, 96-89
It was the 10th time the Bruins have upset a No. 1 team. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES -- Its
LaBrae camping event
LaBrae camping event LEAVITTSBURG -- The LaBrae School District's outdoor education program will
A great, warm day for the Irish
Floats 'Remembering our Heroes' received considerable applause. & lt;a