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OUTSTANDING CHILDREN'S ANIMATED PROGRAM

OUTSTANDING CHILDREN'S ANIMATED PROGRAM h "Arthur" (PBS) h "Clifford The Big Red Dog" (PBS) h

Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune EXCLUSIVE DEAL: Mannington executives Edward B. Duncan, left, senior vice

Doctors protest cost of liability coverage

Doctors said insurance rates make it difficult to recruit and retain physicians. By NANCY TULLIS

Cancer survivors celebrate, remember

Some 1,000 people are marching in this year's Austintown relay. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR

Pirates lose to Astros

Pirates lose to Astros Jeff Bagwell's RBI single capped a six-run eighth inning as the Astros beat

SURPLUS FOOD

SURPLUS FOOD Greater Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 467 Cohasset Drive, Youngstown, 12:30 p.m.

OVAL, Pa. (AP) -- A Lycoming County farmer has lost at least 20 sheep in a single attack by coyotes,

AMERICAN LEAGUE

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MANNINGTON MILLS INC. Teflon coating helps keep floors clean

If consumers like the new flooring, both DuPont and Mannington will benefit. KNIGHT RIDDER

"I swear, this weather has put the coffin nail in this little town."

Opinion: "I swear, this weather has put the coffin nail in this little town." Bill Shepherd In Pierce

STRUTHERS Leaders promote industrial park during open house

Open house attendees visited available sites by bus and locomotive. By MARALINE KUBIK

HOUSTON Eighth inning damages Bucs

The Pirates enjoyed a 9-4 lead, but the Astros showed the ability to rally again. HOUSTON (AP) --

WORLD GOLF RANKING

WORLD GOLF RANKING Through Sunday 1. Tiger WoodsUSA17.39 2. Ernie ElsSAf8.81 3. Davis

INDY 500 Brazilian hoping for good qualifier

Despite two straight wins, Helio Castroneves has struggled in qualifying. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --

Weathersfield faces crisis as levy fails

A school levy also failed in Bristol. Howland, Warren and Liberty levies passed. By DENISE DICK

GIANT EAGLE LPGA CLASSIC Thomas: Sorenstam plans to enter field

However, the LPGA's top golfer has yet to sign the commitment sheet. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

NHL PLAYOFFS

NHL PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS (Best-of-7) Monday Ottawa 5, Philadelphia 1, Ottawa wins

ANNIE'S MAILBOX What 'Harry' does is his own business

Dear Annie: I work for a man who owns a very good business. "Harry" has a wife and three daughters,

JIM HENSON CO. Family takes back Muppets it sold

The Henson family has bought back the Muppets at a discount. LOS ANGELES TIMES After nearly two

HARRISBURG Governor will forgo raise to ease state's budget woes

The governor is passing up between $2,200 and $3,600 a year. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Pennsylvania Gov.

YOUNGSTOWN Council's safety panel OKs report by housing task force

The committee chairman called the document 'a magnificent report.' By PETER H. MILLIKEN

India, Pakistan need help in the march toward peace

Opinion: If there was any doubt about the heavy lifting that will be required to forge a lasting peace

St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Kayla Williams and Anthony West, 458 Clearmont Drive, Youngstown, boy, May 7.

Pittsburgh Penguins lower season ticket prices

Pittsburgh Penguins lower season ticket prices faxjmjp By JOE MANDAK Associated Press Writer

PITTSBURGH Cross-necklace suspension leads to suit

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A religious liberties law firm sued on behalf of a public school teacher's aide

"If you are driving under suspension, this is not the place to be this summer. If you have drugs on

BOXSCORES

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DIV. IV BASEBALL Getsy gets job done against Leetonia

The Lowellville pitcher fired a three-hitter with 10 strikeouts in a 6-1 opening-round win. By

FARRELL Woman jailed in robbery

FARRELL, Pa. -- A Darr Avenue woman was in Mercer County Jail on $100,000 bond, accused of forcing

REGION Giant Eagle expands by opening its first convenience store in Canton

CANTON -- Giant Eagle is getting into the convenience store business. The Pittsburgh-based grocery

Mother innocent by reason of insanity

Block Watch to meet Brownlee Woods Block Watch meets from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at Brownlee

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BASEBALL SCORES TOURNAMENT DIVISION III Ursuline 6, Brookfield 3 Springfield 6, Crestview

Happy trails to you at the lake

A committee also wants to build other trails around the lake. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF

COLUMBUS Senior drug plan gets push by Dems

Hagan's plan will be offered as an amendment to the state budget bill. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

THE CAREYS | On The House Here's a good tip: Always use a screwdriver that fits snugly

A tight-fitting blade in the slot walls transfers maximum force, an expert says. By JAMES and

TUESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS

TUESDAY'S TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League KANSAS CITY ROYALS--Activated LHP Jeremy

BOARDMAN Police to criminals: Don't try it here

Drug users and other criminals are moving into Boardman, an officer said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

Today is Thursday, May 8, the 128th day of 2003. There are 237 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, May 8, the 128th day of 2003. There are 237 days left in the year. On this date

Engineers support road widening

By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON -- A plan for a nearly $7.2 million project to

BROWNS Jamir Miller could re-sign

The linebacker's agent plans to speak to Cleveland team president Carmen Policy. CLEVELAND (AP) --

BOARDMAN Police to criminals: We're watching

Drug users and other criminals are moving into Boardman, an officer said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

NBA PLAYOFFS

NBA PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS (Best-of-7) Monday's Games New Jersey 97, Boston 93, New

TEST WALK: There's a new walking and bike trail in Lake Milton State Park, made possible by

HERMITAGE Adelphia tells customers about increase in cable bill

The higher fees are expected to bring more revenue to communities. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Memories of a mom: Meet Margaret Iachini

Pat Zoccali of Warren sent me a letter several months ago after reading a column about my mom. I

ON TOUR This week's pro golf events

PGA TOUR Wachovia Championship Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Quail Hollow Club,

Sit down -- you're among friends

Sit down -- you're among friends Friends don't let friends design recliners. Otherwise, fans might

INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE (AAA)

INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE (AAA) North DivisionWLPct.GB Buffalo (Indians)1810.643-- Pawtucket (Red

AGENDA

AGENDA FRIDAY Library Board of Trustees, Executive Committee, updates to board policies, 12:30

Thanks for the softball memories

Of all the high school softball seasons I've watched over the years, none will ever be more

Enemies of the state

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: History's image of Sen. Joseph R. McCarthy has defied all attempts at

Best Bets/Hot Tickets

Best Bets/Hot Tickets FRIDAY * Dial Ticketmaster after 10 a.m. to get tickets for any of these

REGION

REGION First Niles Financial to buy back 5% of stock NILES -- First Niles Financial, the holding

Couple to be arraigned on felony porn charges

Couple to be arraigned on felony porn charges WARREN -- A couple facing felony pornography charges

OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

XDeena and Bryan Brace of Bayview are announcing the birth of their second child, a daughter,

NBA PLAYOFFS Nets win to seize control of series

No team has ever come back from a 3-0 deficit to win a playoff series. BOSTON (AP) -- The New

SLIPPERY ROCK, PA. Marketing boosts school's enrollment

SRU enrollment has increased in each of the past three years. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. (AP) -- It wasn't

AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games

NATIONAL LEAGUE Reds 6, Cardinals 5 CINCINNATI -- Barry Larkin returned from the disabled list

Today is Wednesday, May 7, the 127th day of 2003. There are 238 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, May 7, the 127th day of 2003. There are 238 days left in the year. On this date

THE TOURS Bargain hunting

Sarah Gardner offers four different bargain-shopping tours: Bargainista: $175 per person ($300 for

Doing things just right in your beloved garden

Doing things just right in your beloved garden Sure, you love your garden. But do you love it too

MAHONING VALLEY Preparing for sum battle

The contest will air on ESPN on May 29. BY JOANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN

Altoona 11, Akron 1

Altoona 11, Akron 1 tjsfaxar AKRON, Ohio (AP) -- Chan Perry and Shawn Garrett homered and Landon

SOFTBALL Shenango pitcher is strikeout specialist

Her effort is believed to be the ninth-most in a single game. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR

When war's over, expect attrition in National Guard

Opinion: When war's over, expect attrition in National Guard EDITOR: An editorial from The Washington

WTA GERMAN OPEN RESULTS

WTA GERMAN OPEN RESULTS Tuesday At LTTC Rot-Weiss Berlin Purse: $1.24 million (Tier I)

Council in Niles getting new faces

The city law director retains his seat after winning by more than 1,000 votes. By SHERRI L.

Associated Press

Associated Press BEST FEET FORWARD: The Royal Lipizzan Stallions perform at the Charles and Daisy

COLUMBUS Bill to register rapists, tell neighbors

The murder of a 14-year-old by a rapist last year sparked the bill. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

LEADERS

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Jumping into the record books

The Western Reserve senior broke the Division III high jump record last week. By JOE SCALZO

YOUNGSTOWN Council's safety panel approves report from task force on housing

The committee chairman called the document 'a magnificent report.' By PETER H. MILLIKEN

Magee returns as mayor, vows a cleaner Hubbard

But first he wants to immerse himself in the city's finances. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR

YOUNGSTOWN Springer: If I can help Democrats, I'll run

The talk show host says his Senate aspirations have nothing to do with fame or fortune. By DAVID

Persons repeat as champs

Boardman reached all five finals to edge Ursuline for the team title. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR

Cutting Michael Jordan

Opinion: Washington Post -- How many people remember that Babe Ruth, in the deep twilight of his baseball

Girl in critical condition after traffic accident

COLUMBIANA -- A 16-year-old girl was critically injured in a traffic accident in Fairfield Township.

The Sources

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

Standoff at CWRU ends in 1 death

Many of the 70 people in the building were calling loved ones. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A gunman in

PENNSYLVANIA Pratt's bat leads Grove City victory

Hickory lost the Mercer County Athletic Conference showdown, 2-0. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR

AKRON Goodyear chairman announces resignation

The new chairman is out to cut costs by at least $1 billion. AKRON (AP) -- Goodyear Tire &

AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians take early lead, hold off Rangers, 9-5

Rafael Palmeiro still needs one home run to reach 500 for his career. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) --

Valley lawmakers say cuts won't help

Both Mahoning Valley congressmen voted against the bill. By DAVID ENRICH STATES NEWS SERVICE.

In mayor's race, O'Brien prepares to stress unity

The Democratic nominee faces opposition from four opponents in November. By DENISE DICK

ATHENS, OHIO Nude photos lead to penalty for professor

Photography professors will not be permitted to use students as nude models. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS

CALIFORNIA Washburn quiets Tribe's bats again

He beat Cleveland for the second time in seven days. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Jarrod Washburn

Rafael Palmeiro still needs one home run to reach 500 for his career.

Rafael Palmeiro still needs one home run to reach 500 for his career. ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) --

NEW CASTLE What a story! Pupil gets published

The 8-year-old said she is overwhelmed by her sudden celebrity status. By NANCY TULLIS

Former NFL QB David Woodley dead at 44

Former NFL QB David Woodley dead at 44 EDS: SUBS 10th graf to CORRECT that Woodley spent two

Pistons win opener against 76ers, 98-87

Sacramento was strong from the start in beating the Mavs. ASSOCIATED PRESS AUBURN HILLS, Mich.

Police memorial service

Police memorial service YOUNGSTOWN -- To commemorate National Police Week, the Youngstown Police

IF YOU GO Penn-Ohio Singers

IF YOU GO Penn-Ohio Singers When: 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday. Where: West Middlesex High School,

AREA

AREA Mount athletes are honored CLEVELAND -- Joshua E. Liddell and Carrie A. Coon, Mount Union

HELOISE Empty tissue boxes can come in handy

Dear Heloise: My family of five goes through a lot of tissue boxes. I have found a way to put the

FARRELL Council mulls development of former park

FARRELL, Pa. -- A commercial recreation development may be built at the former Farrell City Park on

Two are sentenced in firearms scheme

PITTSBURGH -- Edrick R. Spearman, also known as Quan Brown and Maquan Brown, formerly of New Castle

CANFIELD Rainbow CEO, co-founder announces resignation

Rainbow promoted an executive hired in January to chief operating officer. THE VINDICATOR,

Summer films

Summer films k ANGELINA JOLIE reprises her role as action heroine Lara Croft, riding Jet Skis,

Former SRU professor to deliver speech

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Dr. Claire Settlemire, a retired history professor at Slippery Rock

SECTIONAL BASEBALL Conkey helps Ursuline advance

The Irish defeated Brookfield 6-3 in a Division III game at Cene Park. By PAUL TRGOVAC

PREP TRACK &amp; amp; FIELD Howland boys look to finish job

Eight Trumbull County meet girls records fell. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

COLUMBIANA CO. Donors sought for memorial

Construction on the monument is to start soon and be done by midsummer. By NORMAN LEIGH

Melfi's ready to get back to business in Girard

The current McDonald mayor will face another challenger in November. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

Council incumbents in Warren receive nod for Democratic ticket

All incumbent council members won the Democratic nominations. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

BASEBALL

BASEBALL Astro Falcons -- indoor training center in Struthers is available for teams or

RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of May 7. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances aren't

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