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THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 2nd--Chelsey's Dyna S (Spieth)9.602.602.20 Wanna Be Like Dad

COLLEGE BASEBALL YSU splits doubleheader with Horizon's Panthers

The Penguins couldn't hold a 4-1 lead in the second game. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT MILWAUKEE --

Tablack: Consider tourism funds use

One Mahoning official has requested a legal opinion. & lt;a href=mailto:bjackson@vindy.com

OUR SUNDAY VISITOR Envelope maker to close 1 plant, re-equip another

Some jobs have been cut and others depend on efforts to boost business. THE VINDICATOR,

Bomb deaths rise; Al-Qaida suspected

Saudi officials said some of the attackers engaged in a gunfight with police May 6. RIYADH, Saudi

PITTSBURGH Airport debt weighs heavily

A sale or state takeover are among the options for Pittsburgh International. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- US

Jennifer Scott, Daniel Walter Jr. are engaged

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Announcing their engagement are Jennifer Janet Scott of Youngstown and Daniel Alan

THE CAREYS | On the House Compost turns waste into garden fertilizer

It's also a money-saver. By JAMES and MORRIS CAREY ASSOCIATED PRESS One Carey brother began

Ryan used wrong figure for tax break

A report actually states that $40,000 earners will get $391, not $153. & lt;a

MAHONING COUNTY Treasurer plans tax lien sale for properties

The county could collect part of the debt and wipe the rest off the books. By BOB JACKSON

LPGA Rosie Jones overcomes shaky short game for lead

Rosie Jones was one of four Americans atop the leaderboard. NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (AP) -- Rosie

Sheila Mitchell and Michael Kapics will exchange vows in early June

XThe engagement of Sheila Marie Mitchell, 4882 Westchester Drive, Austintown, and Michael James

AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics' Hudson back on track

Terrence Long hit an inside-the-park home run against the Yankees. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Tim

HIGH FIVE

HIGH FIVE The week's biggest hits TELEVISION 1. "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," CBS. 2.

ICL SOFTBALL Frustration to elation: Blue Devils win 1st title

The senior-laden team had high expectations entering this season. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR

At mass burial site, villagers dig, weep

Human-rights groups think there are mass graves all over Iraq. ASSOCIATED PRESS Villagers pulled

Hayes career fair

Hayes career fair YOUNGSTOWN -- Pupils, their families and members of the community can explore

Devil Rays 3, Tigers 1

Devil Rays 3, Tigers 1 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Seth McClung allowed one run in seven innings

LOCAL

LOCAL Boardman relay sets meet record BEDFORD -- Boardman's girls 4x800-meter relay set a meet

YOUNGSTOWN Organizer adds parade to Judzaar street fair

One artist said he is returning because of the community spirit Judzaar brings. By ROGER G. SMITH

GERMAN 500 Bourdais captures another pole

The French rookie won his third pole in five races. KLETTWITZ, Germany (AP) -- Sebastien Bourdais

Phillies 2, Astros 0

Phillies 2, Astros 0 dssdr PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Randy Wolf pitched a five-hitter and Bobby Abreu

NATIONAL LEAGUE Gonzalez keys Cubs; Sosa is out

Alex Gonzalez came through in the clutch again as Chicago beat St. Louis. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Drawn to the water

To some, it's a pure gift from nature, but others advise caution in using it. By NORMAN LEIGH

WACHOVIA CHAMPIONSHIP SCORES

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

Judge questions probe of chief

Judge Bernard has removed himself from the case. & lt;a href=mailto:yovich@vindy.com &

NBA PLAYOFFS

NBA PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS (Best-of-7) Friday New Jersey 94, Boston 76, New Jersey

Boston snaps Twins' win streak

Kansas City beat Baltimore to snap a four-game losing skid. ASSOCIATED PRESS MINNEAPOLIS --

FRIDAY'S LATE BOXSCORES

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BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU Agency offers ways to get facts on a company

The BBB wants consumers to check its database before signing a contract. THE VINDICATOR By

Baseball Expanded Standings

Baseball Expanded Standings At A Glance By The Associated Press All Times EDT AMERICAN

YSU's sensational season ends in loss

Cleveland State defeated the Penguins 7-1 in the losers bracket finals. By PETE MOLLICA

Mayor asks state auditor to probe purchase of lakes, other projects

The mayor says he is confident the state auditor will provide proper guidance. & lt;a

To build it yourself, keep these tips handy

Whether you choose a deck that's made from vinyl or treated lumber, building it yourself can be a

SPRINT New chief will face stockholders

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Gary D. Forsee will face plenty of nervous shareholders Tuesday at his

REGION Seat-belt laws strictly enforced

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

GETTING IT RIGHT

Attorney Ursula P. Shugart of Canfield is licensed to practice law in Ohio and is also certified in

Dietetic association dinner meeting

Dietetic association dinner meeting BOARDMAN -- The Mahoning Valley Dietetic Association Council

PNC PARK Giles homers twice as Bucs edge Diamondbacks

Arizona made it close with three runs in the ninth inning. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Brian Giles hit his

The 36th Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame banquet will be held May 18 at Mr. Anthony's, with 16

EASTERN CONFERENCE Desperate Sixers stay alive

Editor's note: Dallas and Sacramento went to overtime tied at 113-113. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Every

INDIANAPOLIS 500 Sizzling lap in cool conditions Saturday

Rookie Scott Dixon's pole qualifying practice was interrupted by rain. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Scott

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

SOFTBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES Boardman 2, Toledo St. Ursula 1 Howland 5, Western Reserve 2

Sykora's goal in OT gives Ducks edge

Anaheim won 1-0 in Minnesota to grab home-ice advantage. ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- The Anaheim

JOB SEARCHES Screening for drugs is being cut back

Cutting costs is one reason some companies are phasing out drug screening. KNIGHT RIDDER

AGENDA

AGENDA TUESDAY Youngstown Board of Education, 6 p.m. caucus, 7 p.m. meeting, board room of the

PRO SOCCER ROUNDUP Columbus keeps Rapids winless with 2-0 victory

The MetroStars blanked D.C. United. ASSOCIATED PRESS COLUMBUS -- Jeff Cunningham and Brian

KEYSTONE CLIPS Precipitation data show dry year

The year 2003 continues to be drier than last year in the Shenango Valley. Statistics kept by

Despite wearing casts, drivers still going fast

Tony Kanaan and Scott Dixon are still hobbling from last month's crash. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Tony

Man hurt at IGS Industries

Man hurt at IGS Industries YOUNGSTOWN -- Scott M. Dregich, 23, of Charles Avenue, Boardman, was

CHICAGO (AP) -- Chicago Cubs star Sammy Sosa was placed on the 15-day disabled list Saturday after

Miami's decision would affect all

The courting of the University of Miami by the Atlantic Coast Conference may not seem very

For mom, children mean love

At 75, she still gets up every night to feed a baby. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Blast rips Yemeni court; judge and others are hurt

It was not immediately clear if anyone was killed in the bombing. SAN'A, Yemen (AP) -- A bomb

NATIONAL LEAGUE Lopez's late home run helps lift Atlanta past streaking Giants, 6-3

Randy Wolf pitched a five-hit shutout to lead the Phillies past the Astros. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Before criticizing Cuba, consider U.S. role in support of anti-Castro terrorists

Opinion: Before criticizing Cuba, consider U.S. role in support of anti-Castro terrorists EDITOR: The

FRIDAY'S GAMES

FRIDAY'S GAMES American League Baltimore 15, Kansas City 5, 1st game Baltimore 5, Kansas City

Botanical name: Rhododendron "Girard Crimson," "Girard Fuchsia," "Girard Rose"

Botanical name: Rhododendron "Girard Crimson," "Girard Fuchsia," "Girard Rose" Attributes: Girard

Edwards-Smith, Ellis wedding set for July 19

XThe engagement of Rackell Edwards-Smith, 255 Kenmore Ave. N.E., Warren, and Larry D. Ellis II, 1690

Kathleen McHugh, Jeffrey Ryan plan summer wedding

XMEDINA -- Jane and Brian McHugh, 1041 E. Smith Road, are announcing plans for the summer wedding of

BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Dean and Chelana Maggs, 595 Santa Monica Drive, Youngstown, boy, May 10.

Sabathia foils Rangers again

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Cleveland starter C.C. Sabathia beat Texas for the fifth straight time and

TUESDAY DRAWINGS

TUESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Day drawings: Pick 3, 7-3-2 Pick 4, 8-0-8-2 Night drawings: Pick 3:

CHAMPIONS TOUR Kite fires 65, eyes first win in Texas

Tom Kite took a one-stroke lead in his home state in the Kinko's Classic. AUSTIN, Texas (AP) --

REGION

REGION Block watch to present forum for small businesses YOUNGSTOWN -- The Southern Boulevard

FIGHT SCHEDULE

FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Thursday At Centennial Garden Arena, Bakersfield,

Jenna Perline to be bride of Mr. Nightingale

XYOUNGSTOWN -- S. Jeana and Ralph A. Perline, 125 Haviland Drive, are announcing the engagement of

Closing the book on South Side store

The store's owner says she's sad but not bitter. THE VINDICATOR By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

Associated Press

Associated Press SMOKY: Baghdad residents watch as fire rages at the Central Telecommunications

BASEBALL STANDINGS

BASEBALL STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York2610.722

NHL PLAYOFFS

NHL PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Saturday Anaheim 1, Minnesota 0, 2OT, Anaheim

Mighty Ducks prevail

Mighty Ducks prevail Anaheim had the Minnesota Wild just where they wanted them -- in overtime,

MAJOR LEAGUE STATISTICS

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING TEAM ABRHHRRBIAvg New York123922035558214.286

Miss Sitnick, Josef Schaffer to wed July 26

XAUSTINTOWN -- Mr. and Mrs. William J. Sitnick of 2752 Forest Green Drive are announcing the

On this day, just say it

Opinion: There are some holidays that lend themselves to be criticized as the creations of greeting card

Health-care lender to keep operating

COLUMBUS (AP) -- National Century Financial Enterprises will keep operating for about a year as it

SEATTLE, CHICAGO Drill to test for reaction to terror

The scenarios are two attacks, one nuclear and one biological. SEATTLE (AP) -- This week,

NASCAR Late error fuels Riggs' third win

Mike Bliss ran out of gas on the final lap. MADISON, Ill. (AP) -- Scott Riggs raced to his third

TRACK &amp; amp; FIELD

TRACK & amp; FIELD Men Slippery Rock -- with 82 points, finished in third place of the

PRO SOCCER ROUNDUP Strong second half lifts Revolution past Galaxy

Abby Wambach scored three goals to lead Washington to a WUSA win. ASSOCIATED PRESS FOXBORO,

EASTERN CONFERENCE New Jersey has gotten under Walker's skin

Paul Pierce has struggled physically, while Antoine Walker has worn down mentally. BOSTON (AP) --

Westminster commencement set

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

NEW CASTLE Mayoral hopefuls list their qualities

Candidates say public service makes them good mayoral choices. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM

Hubbard trustees consider suggestions for use of land

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

Weightlifting meet geared toward blue-collar lifters

The national event will have three competition classes. YOUNGSTOWN -- The United States All Around

FIFTH THIRD BANCORP Bank investigates $82 million mistake

An Ohio bank is under pressure from shareholders and regulators. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A darling of

Ribbon-cutting to open new branch of library

The 10,200-square-foot building is similar to the library's Howland branch. & lt;a

SECOND ROUND LOSERS Stunned Canucks sit quietly on the sidelines

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -- With Dallas, Detroit and Colorado out of the way, the road to

Campbell-Popa engagement is announced

XAnnouncing plans for their forthcoming marriage are Brenda Campbell of Youngstown and Robert Popa

BASEBALL Glavine: 300 wins will be a challenge

Tom Glavine, 37, has a shot at becoming the 23rd pitcher to win 300 games. By KEVIN BAXTER

Blast rips through court where death was ordered

The condemned man said he killed the missionaries out of a sense of religious duty. SAN'A, Yemen

INSIDE/B9

INSIDE/B9 UJane Pauley of "Dateline NBC" will make her final appearance on the news magazine

Rayen's teams rule; MVPs have their day

Deon Elliott, Jessica Anderson and Erica Wilson earned honors. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS

HARRISBUFG Senate likely to debate plan on racetrack slot machines

Lawmaker support for the slots issue appears tenuous. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The Pennsylvania Senate

KENTUCKY DERBY Officials examine possible cheating

A photo may have shown that jockey Jose Santos carried an illegal aid. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) --

CLEVELAND 1,300 compete in science fair

Students who do their projects alone score better with judges. CLEVELAND (AP) -- About 1,300 young

Special to The Vindicator

Special to The Vindicator ON TOP: Paul Giorgio, a veteran moutain climber from Massachusettes,

RAY SWANSON | Keystoner PIAA studies public schools' complaints

The problem is getting to be as old as dirt, and in this corner it looks as if it will remain that

Ottowa's overtime goal keys 3-2 win over Devils

Shaun Van Allen scored the game-winner three minutes into overtime. OTTAWA (AP) -- Shaun Van Allen

NOTEBOOK | From Indianapolis Motor Speedway

On his own: Greg Ray is adjusting to a familiar role at Indianapolis -- playing the underdog. He

AMERICAN LEAGUE Clemens gains 298th win

He pitched shutout ball into the seventh as the Yankees beat the Athletics, 5-2. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mussina is Yanks' treasure

Starting the season with a 7-0 record, he is a big factor in the Yankees' success. By TIM KORTE

Deputies find 18 bodies in and near trailer left at truck stop

There have been several cases of illegal immigrants' dying in sealed containers. VICTORIA, Texas

Girard's mayor gets nod to seek FBI investigation

Opinion: What message were residents of Girard delivering when they gave Mayor James J. Melfi such a strong

DOWNTOWN Group tries again for district

Supporters say a state-designated district downtown will spur development. By ROGER G. SMITH

Westerners prepare to flee Saudi Arabia

The attacks are linked to Al-Qaida operatives, the Saudi government said. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia

ATP TELECOM ITALIA MASTERS RESULTS

ATP TELECOM ITALIA MASTERS RESULTS Saturday At Foro Italico Rome Purse: $2.74 million

Safe to drink?

Safe to drink? kA SALEM spring is one of the most popular in Columbiana County, judging from the

COLUMBIANA CORNER Officials recognize contribution from Salem Salvation Army

The Salem Salvation Army's "World's Largest Kettle" project was recognized recently at a Salvation

LAKERS Phil Jackson undergoes angioplasty following week of chest discomfort

The 57-year-old coach could be back in time for today's game. EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) -- Los

PGA David Toms leaves the field in the dust

David Toms fired a 66 for a five-stroke lead in the Wachovia Championship. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --

Brink joins Salem lineup

He's the second coach from Springfield Local to join the Quakers. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR

Why should 'have-nots' pay for the 'haves' airport?

Opinion: Why should 'have-nots' pay for the 'haves' airport? EDITOR: Vindicator editorial writers who

Baker-Barnhart wedding planned for mid-autumn

XVIENNA -- The engagement of Marcie A. Baker and Brian J. Barnhart, both of 5463 Coachman Road,

Trial date set

Trial date set LISBON -- A Sept. 22 trial date is set in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court for

AIRLINE INDUSTRY Major carriers try selling meals

Airline food may go gourmet, for a price. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE Airline food, long thought to

MERCER COUNTY Voters get rare chance to elect 2 judges

Eight attorneys are vying for the judgeships, which pay $121,225 a year. By HAROLD GWIN

Changes on deck

Arsenic-treated pine is being discontinued. Builders are curious about its replacement, an alkaline-

NFL Yes, Orlando Brown is back

After suffering an eye injury in 1999, he is with the Ravens. OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) -- As the

Area ham operators are tuned in

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

hClint's Dandy Digger gets the weeds out

hClint's Dandy Digger gets the weeds out Clint Jones got tired of his weed-control methods, which

Shock and awe for all in the Valley

Opinion: The cold-blooded killing of Youngstown police officer Michael T. Hartzell in the wee hours of April

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