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LPGA Americans looking to end foreign victory streak

Foreign-born players have won 17 straight tournaments -- an LPGA record. NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (AP)

Health chief resigns over Baath links

Iraq's soccer team has the Olympics in its sights again. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The temporary Iraqi

PNC PARK Schilling's strong showing leads Arizona past Pirates

The Bucs matched their longest losing streak in two seasons. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Curt Schilling has

Westminster College plans commencement ceremonies

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- More than 325 students are expected to receive diplomas Saturday during the

NFL Miller is advised to retire; Achilles' heel the problem

Cleveland withdrew its one-year contract offer to the All-Pro linebacker. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Former

Cheever just too busy to drive a race car

The 1998 Indianapolis 500 winner is focusing on his racing team this year. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --

Atowners, ODOT debate Rt. 46 plan

The state is expected to start work on the road in 2005. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Plant manager to receive YSU honorary doctorate

Midgley was promoted to Lordstown plant manager two years ago. YOUNGSTOWN -- Maureen E. Midgley of

AUSTINTOWN Group, ODOT debate road plan

The state is expected to start work on the road in 2005. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Today is Sunday, May 11, the 131st day of 2003. There are 234 days left in the year. This is

Opinion: Today is Sunday, May 11, the 131st day of 2003. There are 234 days left in the year. This is

PUBLIC BREAST-FEEDING Nursing begrudged

Mothers say that with discretion, nobody knows they're breast-feeding. By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO

Associated Press

Associated Press HARD SELL: U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell speaks to reporters after meeting

Suicide bombs hit residences In deadliest attack on Americans since 9/11, 10 from U.S. lose lives

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Attackers shot their way into three housing compounds in synchronized

NASCAR -- BUSCH

NASCAR -- BUSCH Charter Pipeline 250 Lineup Friday's qualifying; Saturday's race At Gateway

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) --

OBESITY FDA approves 'fast track' status for new weight-loss drug, Axokine

Studies show most people lose weight for the first few months. Some continue to lose, but others

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Special poem bears perfect message for Mother's Day

Dear Annie: My mother is one of the most wonderful women I know, and I'd like to do something

ODOT Road projects

Here are the projects the Ohio Department of Transportation is working on this week in Mahoning and

Remembering fallen officers

The ceremony honored a city policeman who was killed two weeks ago. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR

HUBBARD Delay in billing travel plaza for sewer tap-in means money down the drain

Council's utilities committee chairman said he's not happy with the delay. By TIM YOVICH

FARRELL SCHOOLS Board candidates Eight Democrats are seeking election to five school board seats in the Farrell Area School District. There are no Republicans on the ballot so the winners of the

MARCENA CIMORIC Age: 43. Home: 322 Shenango Blvd. Employment: Secretary at Calvert Lumber Co.

SUMMER VACATIONS Theme parks expect big year as travelers lower their sights

Fear of terrorism is causing travelers to stay closer to home. By DAVID LYMAN KNIGHT RIDDER

Seat-belt laws strictly enforced

Beaver Township has one of the highest seat-belt usage rates . By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Ts Miss Behaving(Jones)3.402.402.10 C G Kathy Cam(B

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Attackers shot their way into three housing compounds in synchronized

AROUND THE HORN Friday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Devil Rays 2, Tigers 0 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Jim Parque didn't allow a hit

CHAMPIONS TOUR Inman claims lead at Kinko's

Tom Watson shot a 6-under 66 to finish one back. AUSTIN (AP) -- Joe Inman shot a 7-under-par 65

FISHING

FISHING Lakes Trail results Winners in The Lakes Trail qualifier at West Branch Reservoir May 4:

Mariners recover from thrashing

Seattle used a win over the White Sox to forget about its loss to the Yankees. SEATTLE (AP) -- The

SOUTH CAROLINA Heading down to Beaufort? It sure is a beaut

Full of Southern charm, the town offers a bounty of seafood and sweets. By REBECCA SLOAN

Pirates fading from NL radar

A 9-4 loss to Houston was the ninth in 10 games for Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- After being

NFL Culpepper signs for $102 million

The Vikings quarterback agreed to a 10-year extension. EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) -- Daunte

AREA COLLEGE RESULTS

AREA COLLEGE RESULTS BASEBALL Slippery Rock 10, California (Pa.) --The Rock (43-9) set a team

JACK WOLLITZ Size is in the eyes of the beholder

So, who says fishing is a contemplative sport, best pursued as a non-competitive activity? Sure,

TRUMBULL COUNTY Possible water deal gets a nod

The commissioners would have to vote again to approve any contract. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR

For more information, check the Ohio Division of Watercraft Web site at

Ask this climber 'What's up?' He'll say, '7 tempting peaks'

Paul Giorgio hopes to climb the 'seven summits.' By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER Paul

Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator HAMMING IT UP: Carl Sacherich, an amateur radio operator, or "ham,"

Alex Zanardi's practice laps around a German track Friday were the most meaningful of his life.

MONDAY DRAWINGS

MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-8-5 Pick 4, 4-6-6-2 Buckeye 5, 14-15-16-27-

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

Commissioners move forward with hike-bike trail connector

'It's not a nature preserve. This is a park,' one commissioner said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

Japan's long fuse

Opinion: Christian Science Monitor: President Bush hosts Japan's prime minister at his Texas ranch this

INDY 500 Brazilian hoping for good qualifier

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

NHL CONFERENCE FINALS Ducks-Devils sounds downright Disney-like

Both teams are four wins away from the Stanley Cup finals. ASSOCIATED PRESS Not one but two

OVERSEAS TRAVEL Watch credit card fees for foreign use

Credit cards are still the preferred payment method. By EILEEN AMBROSE BALTIMORE SUN Travelers

Bush promises to hunt attackers

The president was in Indiana, speaking on his tax-cut plan. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- President Bush

PITTSBURGH Comics event spurs criticism of charity

The Make-A-Wish Foundation holds its events in a hotel next to the convention. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

TV, radio shows will share progress with the people

There will be pressure to produce regular, measurable achievements. & lt;a

NBA Jeff Van Gundy tops Cavs' wish list

The ex-Knicks coach made six playoff appearances before resigning in 2001. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The

NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE Philadelphia faces big challenge after falling behind 2-0 in series

The 76ers are 0-11 in the playoffs when they go down 2-0. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Philadelphia

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

VESSEL SAFETY CHECK What it is

A Vessel Safety Check is a courtesy examination of your boat (vessel) to verify the presence and

Pitcher tosses dramatic no-hitter

NEW OXFORD, Pa. (AP) -- A 17-year-old softball pitcher threw a no-hitter in her first game since the

FARRELL COUNCIL Candidate profiles

Four Democrats are vying for two seats on Farrell City Council. There are no Republican candidates.

NILES Man faces new charges in fight that resulted in death of one

The man was sentenced on an assault charge five days before the victim died. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

YOUNGSTOWN As a date for the prom, who's better than mom?

The teen will attend the University of Dayton or Westminster College. By JoANNE VIVIANO

Jumping into the record books

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

LEADERS

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BENEFIT Hearing and speech center to hold 11th annual dinner

The Four Square Club will be honored at the event. BOARDMAN -- The Youngstown Hearing & amp;

LAWRENCE COUNTY Area ham operators are tuned in to radio's frequency

This time of year, many hams are keeping a watchful eye on the skies. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR

PGA A tough day, but Price leads

Fred Couples and J.P. Hayes are one stroke back. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Nick Price watched his

FARRELL MAYORAL RACE Sanders focuses on people; Morocco points to progress

Both candidates agree the city must be revitalized but differ in their approach. By HAROLD GWIN

RUNS--CEverett, Texas, 31; ASoriano, New York, 30; CDelgado, Toronto, 30; NJohnson, New York, 29;

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY'S LINESCORE SOFTBALL BOARDMAN 1, CLAYTON NORTHMONT 0 Northmont0000000--022

NEW CASTLE What a story! Pupil gets published

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

CLEVELAND YSU graduate slain in shooting at Case Western Reserve

The suspect had sued a CWRU employee, but the case had been dismissed. STAFF/WIRE REPORT

NHL PLAYOFF

NHL PLAYOFF CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Today Anaheim at Minnesota, 3 p.m. New Jersey at

HUBBARD TOWNSHIP Trustees consider suggestions from group on how to use land

A survey of township residents shows they want to keep the open spaces. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

MAYORAL RACE

MAYORAL RACE Candidate profiles Two candidates seek the Democratic nomination for mayor. There

SCOTT SHALAWAY A birding obsession comes up empty

If you read this column regularly, you probably enjoy seeing birds in your backyard. You may not

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Miami considers switching to ACC

The Hurricanes may join two other schools from the Big East in the move. GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) --

LOTTERY RESULTS

SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 8-8-1 Pick 4, 2-7-1-5 Buckeye 5, 7-22-27-33-35

FARRELL COUNCIL RACE Political veterans vie against newcomers for council seats

A former mayor, a current councilman, a Democrat stalwart and a community activist are on the

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) --

ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball

Babe Ruth (13s) Rondinelli 8, Howland 6 -- Cory Nesbitt, Dan Banna and Chris Dienert had two hits

Americans die in Saudi Arabia Suicide bombers attack residences after shooting way into compounds

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Attackers shot their way into three housing compounds in the Saudi

Howland's Davis makes Penn State his early choice

The junior defensive back felt at home when he visited the Big Ten school. & lt;a

JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS

JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS (At Boardman Tennis Center) Gray 61/2, White 4 J.D. Dunne-Gianna Rendano

BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Eric and April Berry, 3514 Dover Road, Youngstown, girl, May 9. Michael and Angel

INSPIRATIONAL RETURN Zanardi gets back behind wheel

Both of his legs were amputated after a violent crash 11/2 years ago. KLETTWITZ, Germany (AP) --

Cutting Michael Jordan

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

McClendon makes N.L. all-star staff

CHICAGO (AP) -- Dusty Baker's All-Star coaching staff will have a local feel. Baker asked St.

MIKE BRAUN Vessel checks promote safety

A series of free boat examinations will be offered at a number of lakes throughout Ohio this month

Knitting is no longer just for old hands

BALTIMORE SUN Despite the recent increase in the hipness of knitting (Julia Roberts and Russell

YSU

YSU Penguin track teams fall short of titles INDIANAPOLIS -- Eugene Harris won the 100- and 200-

MIKE SHULA Alabama looks to one of its own

The former quarterback becomes the Tide's third head coach in six months. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) --

3 municipalities get state grants for park projects

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Ellwood City, Slippery Rock and Shenango Township will receive Growing Greener

Singh teed off about Sorenstam's presence

He won't play in the Colonial if he is paired with the LPGA champion. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --

Eight attorneys are running for two Mercer County Common Pleas Court seats in the May 20 primary.

BWC is coming, official pledges

Downtown redevelopment officials are working out the details. & lt;a

Mercer officials accept grant to aid families with at-risk kids

MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County commissioners have accepted a grant to continue to help preschool

Focusing on football

Focusing on football For a day, at least, Alabama's football family set aside its troubles to

WACHOVIA CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES

WACHOVIA CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES Friday At Quail Hollow Club Charlotte, N.C. Purse: $5.6 million

Tough tasks start for new U.S. chief

Malaysia's prime minister says Muslim nations feel threatened by U.S. actions. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)

CONTESTANTS: Above, Lowellville residents Susanne Edwards, left, and her daughter, Stephanie, hug at

WHAT'S DOING?

HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION Furfinfeather Sportsmens Association, 427 Romain/Heasley Road, south of

THE KOVELS | Antiques and collecting As pottery styles change, so do many fans' tastes

There are fashions in collecting, just as there are fashions in clothing. In the 1950s, the most

Kim Clijsters eyes No. 2 ranking

She is winless in three tries against Jennifer Capriati. ASSOCIATED PRESS BERLIN -- Jennifer

DANNY AINGE Celtics hire former star to run team

The former Suns coach was a TV analyst this season. BOSTON (AP) -- Red Auerbach was so happy to

MASONS Scottish Rite bodies install officers

Four organizations inducted slates of leaders. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Masonic Scottish Rite Bodies of

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the

PENNSYLVANIA Rendell scolds doctors for pressing malpractice demands

Doctors want a $250,000 cap on noneconomic damages awarded by juries. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Doctors

SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE Mercer's racing debut is on tap

The Sprints will highlight the program. MERCER, Pa. -- The 2003 Special Race Event Schedule at

KATHRYN EARNHART | The Butlers Visit to three facilities covers wide range of art

For nearly 85 years, The Butler Institute of American Art has brought fine-arts programming to the

MAVS-KINGS Defense has been offensive in series

The Kings' Chris Webber is expected to miss the remainder of the playoffs. SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP)

Many praise slain Case student

Calling hours are Wednesday; services, Thursday. & lt;a href=mailto:kubik@vindy.com &

MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Regulations protecting dolphins still in effect

Since 1990, the Dolphin Safe label on cans and pouches of tuna has guaranteed U.S. consumers that

NILES Police crack down on junk cars throughout city

Once a warning is issued, owners have 10 days to remove the vehicle. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

LAWRENCE COUNTY Lawmakers seek help to replace dam

The dam is eroding, and replacing it could be five years away. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR NEW

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