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WARREN WCI's leaders work to keep lenders satisfied

Other Renco companies' problems have no bearing on WCI, its president said. THE VINDICATOR,

Mercer voters pick a mix for commissioners' posts

The Republican candidates are already planning a team approach. & lt;a

Poison pen session with guitar player

Poison pen session with guitar player CLEVELAND -- Guitarist Bret Michaels of the rock band Poison

Cookbook author Steven Raichlen:

U Keep grills hot, clean and well-oiled. U Set up three grill zones: hot, medium and cool with the

Crowds converge to watch practice round

Only one player gets this much attention on the PGA Tour, and Tiger isn't here. FORT WORTH, Texas

MAHONING COUNTY

Docket entries Edna Bush et al vs. Henry Huffman et al, settled. Diane Wise vs. Samuel Oliver et

CENE PARK Wargacki triggers Canfield's 20th win

Josh Geric's double brought home the game-winning run. By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

Rules vary by state, type of facility

Any landfill operating in Ohio is required to obtain a new license every year. Even as

REGION

REGION Bags to Riches owners open new barbershop YOUNGSTOWN -- Business partners Alvin Davis and

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BASEBALL SATURDAY'S SCORES Canfield 4, Boardman 2 Liberty 1, Columbiana 0 LINESCORES

hEspousing the joys of vintage timber

hEspousing the joys of vintage timber Ed Knapp loves the history and soul that old materials can

FLOWER OF THE WEEK Black Magic Rose Geranium

Botanical name: Pelargonium x hortorum Attributes: Dark, chocolate-colored foliage with a bright

BASEBALL STANDINGS

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128TH PREAKNESS Funny Cide no joke again

The chestnut gelding routed the Preakness field to eye the Triple Crown. By JOHN LINDSAY SCRIPPS

LANDFILLS

LANDFILLS General information Listed here are siting criteria and operational requirements for

THE MCCARTHY ERA How leftist laborer fell victim to Red Scare

The late Youngstowner's Senate hearing transcripts have been released. By DAVID ENRICH STATES

SHARON Restaurant chain hires team to help it spread its wings

Restaurant veterans join a local company as it prepares to grow. THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL Rohan finds true calling in life

The South Range standout helps a third-grader become more independent. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR

Cooley-Marks engagement is announced

XCANFIELD -- Michael and Lynn Cooley of 289 Jade Court are announcing the engagement of their

Henry Mancini's wife to attend music awards at Geneva College

BEAVER FALLS, Pa. -- Virginia Mancini, wife of the late Henry Mancini, will be a special guest of

City sees farmland as hedge for future

The city most likely will take out a loan to pay some of the purchase price. & lt;a

AMERICAN LEAGUE Bases-loaded triple defeats Royals, 7-4

The Twins edged the White Sox to move closer to first place. ASSOCIATED PRESS KANSAS CITY, Mo.

PRO SOCCER Rapids remain winless

Clint Mathis is finding his scoring touch for the MetroStars. ASSOCIATED PRESS DENVER -- Clint

GOLF Sorenstam will take her game to highest level

She will become the first female player in 58 years to vie in a PGA Tour event. FORT WORTH, Texas

WATERING | Tips

WATERING | Tips HOW TO WATER Drip hoses are the best because they provide water in slow amounts,

Cavs await moment of truth in Thursday's James lottery

The struggling franchise hopes to win the lottery for LeBron James on Thursday. CLEVELAND (AP) --

Ex-Enron official faces new charges

HOUSTON (AP) -- Andrew Fastow, the former chief financial officer accused of fueling Enron Corp.'s

NASCAR Jimmie Johnson wins The Winston and $1M

In the Open, Dave Blaney was second to Jeff Burton. KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CONCORD, N.C. --

Judicial candidate rules over both political parties

There will be just three candidates vying for two seats on the bench this fall. & lt;a

Boardman blanks champs

The Spartans took advantage of Walsh Jesuit's mistakes. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

ON FILE Kara Koppel

Graduating senior has a 4.0 grade-point average in psychology in the Honors Program. The McDonald

LATE FRIDAY BOXSCORES

NATIONAL LEAGUE PIRATES 8, DIAMONDBACKS 5 12 innings PITTSBURGHARIZONA abrhbiabrhbi Lofton

YOUNGSTOWN Koliser is recalled as street tough with a bad attitude

The suspect in a cop killing has a long history of crime and violence. By PATRICIA MEADE

BASEBALL

BASEBALL Tri-T League -- will meet at the Poland Community Center Wednesday at 8 p.m. For details

CORPORATIONS Shareholders gain in proxy voting

Shareholders' votes show anger with management. LOS ANGELES TIMES For four straight years,

JACOBS FIELD Lawton, Vizquel lift Tribe past A's

Starting pitcher Ricardo Rodriguez had a solid outing for Cleveland. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Matt Lawton

Local sixth-graders get feet wet at Pine Lake

For some, this was the first trip out of the city and into the country. By MARALINE KUBIK

New coaches embrace tradition

Two coaches were named this week at programs that traditionally have been among the strongest in the

COLLEGE BASEBALL Rock redemption: Slippery Rock is regional champ

A sweep of Shippensburg resulted in a World Series berth. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR

AMERICAN LEAGUE Texas' Valdes makes valiant return as Yankees stumble to series defeat

New York hadn't dropped three straight series since 1999. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Ismael

AGENDA

AGENDA TUESDAY Investment Subcommittee of the Youngstown State University trustees, 4 p.m.,

BOARDMAN Tired of the slow beat, owner to close store

The owner plans to write more instructional books after the store closes. THE VINDICATOR,

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Polhemustown(G Daniels)35.4011.606.00 Lucky Lynne(J

New Castle voters to elect 3 to council

Most candidates said careful spending and economic development are priorities. By NANCY TULLIS

LAWRENCE COUNTY Both parties field challenges for commissioners

Economics, experience and cooperation are among the issues. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR NEW

YOUNGSTOWN Degree from YSU gives woman from Zimbabwe a chance to travel

Chadambura's mother was in Youngstown for the commencement celebration. YOUNGSTOWN -- Growing up

Time to fire up that grill

Some people grill even in winter, not willing to wait for that smoky goodness. By DEBRA HALE-

TUESDAY DRAWINGS

TUESDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Day drawings: Pick 3, 9-9-9 Pick 4, 6-3-2-4 Night drawings: Pick 3:

Mets' Piazza has a severe groin injury, will go on disabled list

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- New York Mets catcher Mike Piazza has a severe right groin strain and will

Soldier, an ex-resident, dies in wreck in Iraq

NILES (AP) -- A soldier who grew up in Niles was killed in a multivehicle accident in Iraq, the

Survey: Fewer Internet users want broadband

NEW YORK (AP) -- Fewer Internet veterans wish to upgrade their dial-up lines to high-speed services

YSU

YSU Baseball earns split NILES -- YSU pitcher Corey Ohalek broke the school record for career

State auditor should review vendor's history with city

Opinion: For 15 years, one company, which Youngstown Mayor George M. McKelvey inexplicably refuses to

PREP SOFTBALL, BASEBALL Clippers top Crestview to win title

Liberty's Mike Smallwood earned a shutout victory in baseball action. COLUMBIANA -- The Columbiana

PREP TOURNAMENTS | This week's schedule

BASEBALL MONDAY Division III (At Cene Park) LaBrae vs. Streetsboro, Field 1, 4:30 p.m.

This list of candidates was prepared in advance. A diploma, with a certified transcript, is proof of

Sales look sunny

Sales look sunny Banana Boat is the best-selling suntan lotion, with annual sales of $52.6

North Korean question lingers

Opinion: After President Bush's first face-to-face meeting with South Korea's new president, the American

HOW THEY FINISHED Preakness Stakes

12th Race at Pimlico 1 3-16 Miles Dirt. Purse $1 million, 3-Year-Olds Preakness Stakes 128th

Board changes meeting

Board changes meeting VIENNA -- Mathews Board of Education has changed its meeting set for

Owners unlikely to expand number of playoff teams

In fact, the NFL owners, who meet this week, never may expand the playoffs. CHICAGO TRIBUNE

U.S. ECONOMY Experts: Plan for possibility of falling wages

With deflation, both stocks and corporate bonds would suffer. DALLAS MORNING NEWS Alan Greenspan

Complaints always prompt inspections

Local health officials say landfill operators have always complied. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

COLUMBIANA CO. Officials seek funds for county monument

The fund-raising project is getting off to a slow start. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

INDIANS Wedge, Shapiro evaluate season

The Tribe's manager and GM are taking the traditional 40-game inventory. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Post-prom complaints

Post-prom complaints YOUNGSTOWN -- Police received a report of two people in a car flashing guns,

NATIONAL LEAGUE Bellhorn's homers lead Cubs' win

Milwaukee defeated Cincinnati while Montreal tamed Colorado. ASSOCIATED PRESS ST. LOUIS (AP) --

Conservation fund has money available

Conservation fund has money available AUSTINTOWN -- About $200,000 for local conservation and

Sweet's appeal misses the mark

Opinion: The president of Youngstown State University has taken to cyberspace to warn of disaster if the cuts

COLUMBIANA CORNER Striking it rich: It's just a dream

When oil and gas executives recently informed Columbiana County commissioners that they were about

CONNECTICUT Contract talks set to start for GE, unions

A union official says he's not looking for a fight but is prepared for difficult talks. STAMFORD,

PENN STATE Smithlin's nightmare extended

The slugger broke the same bone in each of his hands. ASSOCIATED PRESS Zack Smithlin was finally

DEUTSCHE BANK Woods: I doubt I'll do a 3-peat

After a bad putting day, Woods found himself tied for 38th place. ALVESLOHE, Germany (AP) --

PREAKNESS NOTEBOOK | From Pimlico Race Track

Victory fades in stretch: Leading the Preakness field at the far turn, Edgar Prado sensed victory as

MUSIC Evanescence crosses boundaries

Give a sweet choir girl an electric guitar, sit back and enjoy. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR

Associated Press

Associated Press AT IT AGAIN: Deana Carter, who recently released a new album titled "I'm Just a

Performances to benefit equine program

FREDONIA, Pa. -- Royal Lipizzan Stallions will star in three performances at the Sundance Arena,

Owners bring Rachel's back home

The owners dropped menu prices 25 percent to attract more business. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Hijack plot is thwarted, officials say

Three suspects were planning a suicide attack, a source said. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Three

Klitschko's bout with Boswell part of deal for fight with Lewis

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Top heavyweight contender Vitali Klitschko will face unbeaten Cedric Boswell on

LANDFILLS Operators face costly, complex regulations

The book with procedural requirements is more than 2 inches thick. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

More historical perspective on the date set for Easter

Opinion: More historical perspective on the date set for Easter EDITOR: Before 1583, the date for Easter

GIRARD Barnhisel House opens its doors

Many smaller items on display were found in the house or the yard. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

Among Americans 25 and older, 6.3 percent have an associate degree, 15.5 percent have a bachelor's

Full version of Custer's saga

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Americans have come far in viewing the Battle of the Little Bighorn as something

NBA PLAYOFFS Nowitzki sparkles as Dallas advances

The Mavericks outlasted the Kings to gain the Western Conference finals. DALLAS (AP) -- The "Big

SEATTLE MARINERS Media not hounding Suzuki as much

Hideki Matsui has attracted some of the media away from Ichiro Suzuki. SEATTLE (AP) -- At the

Mercer County Republicans and Democrats will each be picking two nominees for the post of Mercer

LOCAL

LOCAL Hooked on fishing kTHE worms were real. So were the maggots. The fish gobbled them up, and

Miss Griswold, Anthony DeNiro to be married

XCANFIELD -- The engagement of Jennifer Lynne Griswold and Anthony Vito DeNiro, both of 10-C Hunters

GOLF After three rounds at Nelson, Singh holds lead

At 11-under 199, Singh was a stroke ahead of first-round leader Jeff Sluman. IRVING, Texas (AP) --

BEAVER TOWNSHIP Trustees await word on grant for preserve

The township parks department says the park will have no ball fields. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

SANDLOT SCHEDULES

SANDLOT SCHEDULES Class B League Thursday, May 29 Youngstown Propane vs. Becdir Construction,

Actress identifies with Stewart

The actress said she understands Martha Stewart and admires her. BURBANK, Calif. (AP) -- Cybill

NASCAR Scheduling changes have racers grumbling

A Labor Day race at Darlington has been a fixture since 1950. Will it end? NEWPORT NEWS DAILY

NHL PLAYOFFS Anaheim has time to prepare

After the Mighty Ducks' second sweep, they now await their next opponent. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) --

TRUMBULL COUNTY Official probes possible fraud

One councilman said he was surprised at the high cost of products. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY

AUSTINTOWN School official appeals for levy

Township trustees also are considering putting a levy on the ballot. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR

Owners get pumped for Belmont

The group credits Funny Cide's trainer, calling him 'a class act.' BALTIMORE (AP) -- Six high

By DEBORA SHAULIS

By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR NGELA WOODHULL has made a Las Vegas-style wager on

TENNIS Liberty's Baroff beats Person to win sectional

The champion advanced to the district at (Massillon) Jackson Community Park. By JOE SCALZO

INDY 500 Sarah Fisher is hoping to survive Bump Day

She is the only woman and the slowest qualifier for the Indianapolis 500 May 25. INDIANAPOLIS (AP)

MAHONING VALLEY Police target paint balls

Paint balls traveling at 260 feet per second can cause damage. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Hillman staff deserves applause for giving hope

Opinion: Hillman staff deserves applause for giving hope EDITOR: As a parent of a student in the

FRIDAY'S GAMES

FRIDAY'S GAMES American League Anaheim 6, Boston 5 Seattle 6, Detroit 3 Texas 8, N.Y.

Future of regional airport requires political foresight

Opinion: Debate in government on an issue of great importance is necessary and healthy. Political infighting

SCHOOL DIRECTOR | Neshannock

Eight candidates are seeking five seats on the Neshannock Township school board. The terms are four

WEIRTON, W.VA. Steelmaker files for Chapter 11 protection

Weirton Steel has financing to continue operating, says the CEO. WEIRTON, W.Va. (AP) -- Weirton

SCHOOL DIRECTOR | Laurel Schools

Seven candidates are seeking five seats on the Laurel school board. The term is for four years. The

Pistons need prayer; Nets need two wins

New Jersey has rallied to win two low-scoring games. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- The Detroit

SHENANGO SCHOOLS | School board

Seven candidates are seeking five seats on the Shenango Area School Board. All candidates cross-

Lawrence coroner's race features prominent names

Both candidates say they are well qualified to deal with families in crisis. By NANCY TULLIS

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING About Annika Sorenstam

Quotes on Annika Sorenstam playing in the Colonial, the first woman in 58 years to compete on the

MERCER COUNTY 8 Republicans, 4 Dems vie for nominations to commission

Increases in property taxes the past two years are a concern for many in the race. By HAROLD GWIN

Phillips creates Tribe magic

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Just when it seemed the Detroit Tigers had run out of ways to lose, baseball's

NBA 76ers' coach ponders retiring

Larry Brown has considered retirement before, but is more serious this time. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --

CHAMPIONS TOUR Fernandez grabs two-stroke lead

He shot a 67 at the Bayer Advantage Celebrity Pro-Am. PARKVILLE, Mo. (AP) -- Rebounding from a

SCHOOL DIRECTOR | New Castle

Fourteen candidates are seeking five seats on the New Castle Area school board. The terms are four

BRIGHT FUTURES FARM Nonprofit group rescues horses from slaughter, finds new owners

The process of adopting a horse usually takes a few months. By LAURI GALENTINE VINDICATOR

WNBA Veteran Cooper makes return

The Houston Comets' 40-year-old standout will come out of retirement. HOUSTON (AP) -- There's a

Offices close for primary

Offices close for primary ELLWOOD CITY, Pa. -- The Ellwood City and Slippery Rock offices of state

Canfield's Norah Gillam shines as Wittenberg softball pitcher

SPRINGFIELD -- Norah Gillam, a sophomore pitcher and infielder on the Wittenberg University softball

BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth Richard and Juliet Pellin, 14700 Stoltz Road, Diamond, twin boys, May 17. Paul and

DETAILS Proposed gun ban

The ordinance defines assault-type guns as semiautomatic weapons that can accept a detachable

NHL 3-goal outburst puts Devils ahead, 3-1

New Jersey is one win away from the Stanley Cup Finals. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- The next

YOUNGSTOWN Health officials urge council to act on banning assault-type firearms

Gun advocates want prosecution and prison for armed criminals, not new laws. By ROGER G. SMITH

Zaharias buoyed women's golf

She also excelled in track and field, basketball and softball. BEAUMONT, Texas (AP) -- Olympian.

Check out these recipes from pros

CHICAGO (AP) -- Rick Bayless, Chicago chef, cookbook author and TV food-show host, recently shared

Youth baseball

Tri-T (Pony ages 13-14) Boardman Cole Valley 21, Columbiana 16 -- Mark Planey, Dan Janovic and

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