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GIRARD POLICE Judge questions probe of chief
Judge Bernard has removed himself from the case. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
OPINION: The attacks prove that regime change won't deter terrorism. Editorial, A6
OPINION: The attacks prove that regime change won't deter terrorism. Editorial, A6
HEALTH Boomers get new hips and knees
More people in their 40s and 50s are having hip and knee replacements. NEW YORK (AP) -- When she
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox 'Craig's' serious drinking problem is cause for major concern
Dear Annie: I have a major problem with the man I love. "Craig" and I have been together almost four
DIV. II SOFTBALL 7th-inning run sends Poland to district
Cardinal Mooney defeated Liberty, 11-2. . BELOIT -- With two out in the last of the seventh
TRUMBULL COUNTY MURDER TRIAL Roberts makes opening statement
The prosecutor says the defendant stood to get a big insurance settlement. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Top court ends case of school funding
Area lawmakers are unanimous in their displeasure with the outcome. STAFF/WIRE REPORT COLUMBUS
University of Nebraska administrator will be next president at Indiana (Pa.)
HARRISBURG (AP) -- A University of Nebraska administrator was chosen Tuesday to become the next
Educator to lead wetlands walk into Howland Wildlife Preserve
HOWLAND -- Local environmental educator Brice Harris will lead a wetlands walk into the Howland
OHIO Three Senate Republicans unveil budget plan to reduce spending
The proposal's total is lower than the House-passed plan but more than the current budget. By JEFF
YOUNGSTOWN Stringing together ideas yields method of measuring the earth
YOUNGSTOWN -- A globe, a piece of string and an Internet connection wouldn't add up to much in the
PROPOSED TRANSIT SYSTEM Attorney for Niles reviews WRTA's complaint
The city's response is due within 30 days. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
COLUMBIANA CO. Workers to get raises in new pact
Commissioners want to bestow an honor on the county's oldest veteran. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
SOUTHWEST MERCER COUNTY Commission rescinds some benefits for officers
The FOP advised the police commission to cut the additional insurance. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP Salt Springs names muddle 911 responses
Anyone at Kerr Cemetery at night will face trespassing charges. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR
AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 5, Rangers 4 BOSTON -- Nomar Garciaparra hit an RBI double that capped a
Alcohol-sale sting brings citation for store clerk
Alcohol-sale sting brings citation for store clerk YOUNGSTOWN -- Based on complaints of underage
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XDr. and Mrs. (Bridget) Brian Veauthier of Casper, Wyo. are announcing the birth of their first
GIRARD Mayor asks state auditor to probe purchase of lakes, other projects
The mayor says he is confident the state auditor will provide proper guidance. By TIM YOVICH
Tuesday's Sports In Brief
Tuesday's Sports In Brief COLLEGE SPORTS By The Associated Press AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (AP) --
Group targets people rearing grandchildren
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Penn State Cooperative Extension of Lawrence County and Challenges Options in
MAHONING COUNTY Officials seek state grant for program
Nonviolent offenders would go to treatment programs, not jail. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
SPOTLIGHT ON PUPILS
SPOTLIGHT ON PUPILS Appointed to academy COLUMBIANA -- Jordan A. Brye, a United Local High
BOARDMAN ZONING Condition of hiring keeps post open
Trustees are giving their pick time to sell his business. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
WARREN Ex-cop to spend year in prison for death
When the car crash occurred, the driver was an off-duty Warren police officer. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,1.97 2.05 Bank One,.84, 37.6537.66 Clear Channel,
Campbell rolls past Tigers
By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT STRUTHERS -- When you get great pitching, timely
Mixed feelings surround Fitch, Boardman move
Boardman and Fitch will leave the SVC for the Federal League in the fall. & lt;a
COLUMBUS Bill encourages utilities to use renewable energy
By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT COLUMBUS -- Utility companies operating in Ohio would
NBA WEST Mavericks take 3-2 series lead after rolling past Kings
Raja Bell led Dallas to a 112-93 victory. DALLAS (AP) -- The Dallas Mavericks got even early in
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions: 5-10-16-26-39 Mega Ball: 52 Night drawings: Pick 3,
Prosecutor: Stymied search let Koliser flee
If convicted, the four men face up to five years in prison. & lt;a
TITLES Examine examples of X factor
Seems that little letter is showing up everywhere these days. By GREG MORAGO HARTFORD COURANT
Slippery track no trouble for favored Funny Cide
More rain was expected before today's race. BALTIMORE (AP) -- The Kentucky Derby winner likes a
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of May 14. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Jive Talking4.403.202.40 Classic Saint (R.Perez)8.603.60
Man reports theft of money from home
CAMPBELL -- A 59-year-old city man told police he discovered $5,000 in cash missing from a metal
CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight
BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY Sara Kaminski, a sophomore from Austintown, has been elected vice
Today is Thursday, May 15, the 135th day of 2003. There are 230 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, May 15, the 135th day of 2003. There are 230 days left in the year. On this date
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Dealing with invasion of pests drives me batty
There they were, a dozen of them, lurking in the shadows. Light made them scurry like ants among
Chong pleads guilty in sale of drug pipes
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Tommy Chong, who played one-half of the dope-smoking duo in Cheech and Chong
WARREN Expert says WCI will work hard to avoid bankruptcy
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER WARREN -- WCI
PREP TRACK Lewis propels Lakeview to share of TAC girls' title
She won the discus and shot put events. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CORTLAND --
Pitt hires Lombardi as assistant coach
Pitt hires Lombardi as assistant coach fonatr PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Joe Lombardi, a former
COLLEGE ACC votes 7-2 to expand to 12 teams
Miami, Syracuse and another team may get invitations. AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (AP) -- From South Beach
WARREN Trumbull's flag goes AWOL after parade
These colors won't run. Hide? Maybe. WARREN -- Trumbull County's new flag -- dreamed up in a
ON TOUR This week's golf events
PGA TOUR Byron Nelson Championship Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Courses: TPC at Four Seasons
Sebring outlasts Lowellville 9-7 in Division IV sectional tourney
SEBRING -- Adam Jurica had three hits and three RBIs for the Sebring High baseball team in a 9-7
Mahoning County treasurer tackles persistent problem
Opinion: There are 18,000 vacant lots in Mahoning County that carry delinquent taxes, are abandoned and are
Fight Schedule
Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses May 15 At Centennial Garden Arena, Bakersfield,
COMMISSIONER (2 TO ELECT IN EACH PARTY) Democrat YBrian Burick*xxx YSteve Craigxxx YMark
COMMISSIONER (2 TO ELECT IN EACH PARTY) Democrat YBrian Burick*xxx YSteve Craigxxx YMark
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL SECTIONAL TOURNAMENT DIVISION II Beaver Local 5, Cambridge 2 Richmond Edison 3,
Shoaf loses certificates
Shoaf loses certificates GIRARD -- The Ohio Board of Education has revoked three certificates of
Dog chases, bites boys
Dog chases, bites boys SALEM -- Two boys were chased and bitten by a dog, resulting in a citation
PREP FOOTBALL Saulnier named Warriors coach
The new coach was the defensive coordinator at Geneva College last season. BELOIT -- Steve
NHL PLAYOFFS
NHL PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Tuesday, May 13 New Jersey 4, Ottawa 1, series
OHIO Employers to pay more for workers' comp
The increase could kill some businesses, chamber official says. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Businesses and
Court denies appeal of ruling to try teen as adult in assault case
LISBON -- An appeals court has denied a bid to scrap a decision to have a 16-year-old tried as an
NBA PLAYOFFS Spurs hold off Lakers, 96-94
LA missed the final shot as San Antonio took a 3-2 lead in the series. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Kobe
HELOISE Easy recipe makes great bath crystals
Dear Heloise: Some time ago, you published a recipe for homemade bath crystals. I purchased all of
AUSTINTOWN Teen faces 14 felony charges over prank calls to 911 center
Police and school officials believe they recognize the voice on the 911 tapes. By IAN HILL
AUSTINTOWN Audit shows loans and less revenue
Ohio says the township should form an audit committee. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
MAHONING TOWNSHIP, PA. Waterline project prompts increase in customers' bills
A veterans group wants to reactivate and put up a memorial. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
REGULAR SEASON BASEBALL Canfield rallies in 7th to beat Harding, 8-7
Rick Banna's single in the seventh drove in the winning run. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
YOUNGSTOWN Auditor probes $25,000 in over-billing
The mayor credited the finance director for discovering the discrepancies. By ROGER G. SMITH
CASE SHOOTING Joy rules as family, friends celebrate life of 'saintly man'
Cleveland and Youngstown mayors attended the funeral. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The country of Zimbabwe is in southern Africa. A story in Sunday's editions
PHILADELPHIA Real-estate company is shopping for more malls
STAFF/WIRE REPORT PHILADELPHIA -- Two companies specializing in midsize shopping malls plan to
Summary of police activity for Girard and Liberty:
Summary of police activity for Girard and Liberty: GIRARD May 11 Auto theft: A man reported
Entertainment center for the outdoors
Entertainment center for the outdoors When you think of an entertainment center, you generally
OHIO SENATE Bill addresses public-record requests
The proposal gives public offices 10 to 15 days to honor record requests. By DAVID SKOLNICK
CWRU has service for slain student
About 300 people attended the service. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Two families -- his own and his
TRUMBULL COUNTY Volunteer committee is set to probe finances
The committee is still trying to work out its role. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Big." North Canton Playhouse, 525 Seventh St. N.E., North Canton, (330) 494-1613, 6-8 p.m.
Vizquel, Burks pace Tribe's win
Cleveland rallied to beat Oakland, 3-2. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Omar Vizquel and Ellis Burks showed
Organization reminder
Organization reminder CANFIELD -- The American Cancer Society reminds residents and businesses in
Terrorist bombs kill 24 in city
A U.S. official said the explosions were caused by car bombs. RABAT, Morocco (AP) -- Just days
CASE SHOOTING Family thanks community for support
Two of the victim's brothers may have had an inkling into his fate. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR
YSD INDUSTRIES Sales boost brings laid-off workers back
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN OHO AUSTINTOWN -- YSD Industries has started recalling some of the 70
TOURNAMENT BASEBALL Seybert leads Columbiana to 1-0 victory
He pitched a three-hitter against seventh-ranked South Range. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS
Auction to benefit Moraine park programs
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Volunteers of the Moraine Preservation Fund are preparing for The Great
Room honors YSU supporter
The Vindicator/Bruce Palmer Helen R. Stambaugh is all smiles as she stands inside the Stambaugh
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Thomas and Tracy Cannell, 141 Mansell Drive, Youngstown, boy, May 13. Melody Cruz
Mariners pound Indians
Mariners pound Indians Randy Winn had three RBIs and Ichiro Suzuki had four hits Tuesday night in
PENGUIN REGATTA AT YSU Canoeing high schoolers have a paddle ball
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis It's spring. The end of school is in sight. What better time for a
OHIO POLL
OHIO POLL COLUMBUS -- How a state panel of coaches rates Ohio high school girls softball teams in
Bill enlarges Youngstown's tax-break zone
Expanding the renewal zone isn't a done deal yet; the B.J. Alan Co. will stay if it happens.
Church members sue over sale of buildings
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Members of a Roman Catholic church who have feuded with church officials for more
PREP BASKETBALL Brink joins Salem lineup
He's the second coach from Springfield Local to join the Quakers. By JOHN BUTERA VINDICATOR
Making the jobless pay
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Here's a snapshot of what's driving the tax cut bills now in Congress: In order
SMOKE ALARMS Kids slow to react, tests show
Some are working on new standards for smoke alarms. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
CITY SERIES TRACK Rayen's teams rule; MVPs have their day
Deon Elliott, Jessica Anderson and Erica Wilson earned honors. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
NHL Devils fighting back, tie series
New Jersey's offense came up with a big effort in a 4-1 win over Ottawa. OTTAWA (AP) -- The New
Associated Press
Associated Press PRAYER SERVICE: Children wear masks to protect them from the SARS virus as they
GROW WEDDING FLOWERS
GROW WEDDING FLOWERS Some tips Something old, something new, something you've grown yourself.
Internet Webcast meeting shackles the shareholders
Opinion: San Jose Mercury News: Is Tom Siebel afraid of his own shareholders? He sure is acting like it.
YANKEES Angels win despite Jeter's return
NEW YORK (AP) -- Derek Jeter's return to the lineup made the New York Yankees whole for the first
INDIANS Mariners hand Tribe 8-3 defeat
Cleveland is 5-11 at home and 1-12 against teams with winning mark. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Randy Winn's
MAHONING VALLEY Letter carriers' food drive nets 145,000 pounds
YOUNGSTOWN -- One area organization will put 145,000 pounds worth of food and related products on
Honoring the elite of TV in daytime
Honoring the elite of TV in daytime kTHE 30TH ANNUAL Daytime Emmy Awards on Friday night will
Recallingthe way it was, officially
When you're a young reporter, there are two ways to make a name for yourself among area track
PROPOSED TRANSIT SYSTEM Attorney hired by Niles studies WRTA's complaint
The city's response is due within 30 days. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
SURROGATE FATHER: Bishop Norman L. Wagner, pastor of Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church, Youngstown,
SURROGATE FATHER: Bishop Norman L. Wagner, pastor of Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church, Youngstown,
NEW BEAVER TOWNSHIP, PA. PennDOT to award pacts for new bridge
Federal funding will be used to get the bridge work going. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Residents in New
TRIPLE CROWN Funny Cide's trainer aims for Preakness
The jockey was cleared Monday of any wrongdoing in the Kentucky Derby. BALTIMORE (AP) -- Funny
California to rescue -- again
Opinion: Chicago Tribune: California truly does produce more than its share of loony ideas. Take, for
Visiting judge to handle case of attorney, trooper
LISBON -- An attorney accused of punching a state trooper will have his case heard by a visiting
AGENDA
AGENDA FRIDAY The North East Ohio Network County Boards of Mental Retardation and Development
Former YSU star Renauld Ray gets hired at Western Reserve
BERLIN CENTER --The Western Reserve Local Board of Education approved coaches for fall and winter
PIRATES Astros rally for 10th straight
Houston has outscored the opposition 57-17 in the eighth and ninth innings. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Venture to result in drilling of hundreds of oil and gas wells
Officials are checking to see if the project will result in a tax revenue bonanza. By NORMAN LEIGH
YOUNGSTOWN Sheridan pupils win bonds for writing on 'Laws of Life'
The contest boosts self-esteem and writing skills. YOUNGSTOWN -- Several Sheridan Elementary
Special to the Vindicator
Special to the Vindicator MEETING THE CHALLENGE: Four Mahoning Valley pupils were the top winners
MARTIAL ARTS Zurko overcomes injury to win crown
The Poland native won a national Kung Fu title in Cleveland. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS
You may not know that the rechargeable batteries that power the portable electronics products in
You may not know that the rechargeable batteries that power the portable electronics products in
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Christopher Cefalde, 25, of 532 N. Dunlap, Youngstown, and
Ribbon-cutting to open new branch of library
The 10,200-square-foot building is similar to the library's Howland branch. By TIM YOVICH