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Man gets 28 years in Wick Park muggings
His co-defendant will be sentenced Thursday. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
United's memorial service
United's memorial service HANOVERTON -- United High School will have a memorial service at 10 a.m.
Today is Saturday, May 24, the 144th day of 2003. There are 221 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Saturday, May 24, the 144th day of 2003. There are 221 days left in the year. On this date
INDIANAPOLIS 500 LINEUP
INDIANAPOLIS 500 LINEUP Race May 25 At Indianapolis Motor Speedway (r-rookie) Row 1 1. (3)
Youth baseball
Tri-T (Pony ages 13-14) Boardman Cole Valley 21, Columbiana 16 -- Mark Planey, Dan Janovic and
LAWN MAINTENANCE To go for the green, use care when working with fertilizer
Don't just spread the stuff around. Know what you are doing. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Spring
GOOD CONTRAST: In top photo, the blossom of a red and white columbine contrasts with the blue of
GOOD CONTRAST: In top photo, the blossom of a red and white columbine contrasts with the blue of
Senate Democrats want tax reform to be included in budget proposal
The Democrats want to increase the corporate minimum tax by $250. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 12-20-31-33-50 Mega Ball, 17 Night drawings: Pick 3,
The Vindicator/Rebecca Sloan
The Vindicator/Rebecca Sloan CLOSER VIEW: The limbs of the Angel Oak are so large and heavy that
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
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KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Sex with her husband is 'just plain icky'
Dear Annie: I am a 39-year-old professional woman, independent and attractive. I've been married for
NEW YORK METS Piazza sidelined with groin injury
The injury could be serious enough to end his season. NEW YORK (AP) -- Mike Piazza took a minute
WHAT THEY SAID Other findings from the study
More than eight in 10 teens say that a lot or some people their age drink or use drugs before having
SATELLITE TV Panel mulls tax policy
Ohio consumers are among those being asked to stop a new tax. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Satellite
LAWRENCE COUNTY Computer software glitches hold up ballot tabulations
A second glitch was discovered later in the night. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
BOOKS Next 'Potter' to set record at Amazon.com
NEW YORK (AP) -- The fifth novel in the popular Harry Potter series, due out in one month, will be
SPRINGFIELD Brink's move irritates residents
Springfield officials said they couldn't match the salary offered by Salem. By VIRGINIA ROSS
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,1.982.11 Bank One,.84,36.8236.87 Clear Channel, 39.77
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go Location: Hershey Gardens is at 170 Hotel Road in Hershey, Pa. Hours: 9
YOUNGSTOWN City council items
City council met Wednesday and: Heard Michelle Wells of Lordstown, president of the Mahoning
Annika deserves chance to play
Here's hoping Annika Sorenstam gives the PGA professionals a run for their money this weekend at The
WARREN Plan for district targets busing, school schedules
The proposal is part of the district's ongoing cost-cutting to stave off a deficit. By DENISE DICK
Prayer service to mark disappearance anniversary
Prayer service to mark disappearance anniversary TRANSFER, Pa. -- It's been three years since
GIRARD Panel asks for value of water, sewer utilities
The mayor wants to maintain the city-operated ambulance service. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
TOLEDO -- The Mahoning Valley Basketball Club 11th-grade team finished second at the AAU Glass City
TOLEDO -- The Mahoning Valley Basketball Club 11th-grade team finished second at the AAU Glass City
49ERS City setting chosen for workout
The bulk of San Francisco's training sessions won't be open to the public. COMBINED DISPATCHES
SPRINGFIELD SCHOOLS Fire chief stresses need for close hydrants
A pond near the schools would be used to provide water for the hydrants. By VIRGINIA ROSS
HOT ROD SUPER NATIONALS Car enthusiast has the drive to win his 5th championship
The event pumped $1.2 million into the local economy last year. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
MEMORIAL DAY 2003 Events, parades, services
Mahoning Valley Memorial Day events. All are on Monday unless noted. MAHONING COUNTY Austintown:
NILES $792 dinner causes school board debate
A board member stressed consistency in watching expenses. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
(LAT-WP All-Sports!)
(LAT-WP All-Sports!) All times, EDT, unless otherwise noted USA's TV Plans: They'll Show Every
TARGET CEO's quick meeting irks shareholders
Shareholders had wanted to question the CEO about compensation. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS At
Mark,
Mark, Oscar Grant says the Lakeview track times Saturday are 9 and 10 a.m. You can call him at
COLLEGES Future of conferences determined by Miami
The Big East meetings ended the way they began. PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- After four days of
State auditor should review vendor's history with city
Opinion: For 15 years, one company, which Youngstown Mayor George M. McKelvey inexplicably refuses to
LIBRARY SCHEDULE
LIBRARY SCHEDULE June YOUNGSTOWN AND MAHONING COUNTY Ohio Rocks 'n' Reads during Summer
CHICAGO CUBS Injured toe keeps Sosa on the DL
It is unknown when the slugger will return. CHICAGO TRIBUNE PITTSBURGH -- The Chicago Cubs
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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YOUNGSTOWN Zoning appeals board
The city zoning appeals board approved this item Tuesday: Reduced the rear yard setback from 25
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BASEBALL POLL COLUMBUS -- How a state panel of coaches rates Ohio high school boys baseball
PIRATES D'Amico gets call against Chicago
Kris Benson will have a week off to think about his manager's words. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
YOUNGSTOWN Murder suspect is back in Ohio
Police confiscated two guns from a suspect charged with obstruction. By PATRICIA MEADE
Berry growers reward with sweet rewards
Blueberries, red raspberries and blackberries can be grown in the back yard. By REBECCA SLOAN
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Eric B. Slick, 25, of 823 Bowman St., Niles, and Angela M.
STEELERS Lighter, healthier Bettis not a sure bet
The running back could still join the ranks of the released. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- For the first time
Canfield's Norah Gillam shines as Wittenberg softball pitcher
SPRINGFIELD -- Norah Gillam, a sophomore pitcher and infielder on the Wittenberg University softball
States seek reform in distribution of highway funding
STATES NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- Every time they go to the gasoline pump, Ohio residents help
New Wilmington votes down liquor referendum
Residents say the town is not suited for alcohol. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
POLICE CALLS
Summary of police activity for Girard and Liberty Township: GIRARD May 18 Vandalism: A Warren
Mercer voters pick a mix for commissioners' posts
The Republican candidates are already planning a team approach. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY The Unstopper plunges in to unplug toilets
It is a cry like no other. There is no mistaking it. It comes from the place where the worst of
NILES 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
GOLF GLANCE This weekend's events
PGA TOUR Colonial Site: Fort Worth, Texas. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Colonial
Wheatland strikers propose health plan
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO WHEATLAND, Pa. -- Striking Steelworkers at the Wheatland Tube Co.
Recent terrorist attacks tell of something bigger
Opinion: Americans should ignore the spin from some quarters regarding the recent terrorist attacks in Saudi
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Board accepts contract report
Commissioners said 12 applicants want CDBG funds for 17 projects. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
Zoning panel to meet
Zoning panel to meet NORTH LIMA -- The Beaver Township Zoning Commission will meet in a special
Best Bets/Hot Tickets
Best Bets/Hot Tickets TONIGHT * Let your feet do the walking to an entertaining and educational
Phillips creates Tribe magic
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Just when it seemed the Detroit Tigers had run out of ways to lose, baseball's
BLOOD DRIVES
BLOOD DRIVES TUESDAY American Red Cross Austintown Donor Center, 57 Westchester Drive, noon to 7
ANALYSIS Coaches recall facing LeBron
Roy Sembach, Jeff Brink and Ken Grisdale weigh in on LeBron James mania. By JOE SCALZO
Dems pick DeBlasio for mayor
Democrats nominated one incumbent and two newcomers for city council. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
NFL to look at two LA-area sites for stadium
NFL to look at two LA-area sites for stadium Eds: PMs. AP Photos PXG102,104 By BARRY WILNER
SEAT BELT LAW Enforcement targets Hispanics
Officials at Hispanic-targeted checkpoints stop every car and hand out seat-belt literature.
NBA WEST Nelson coaches in unconventional ways
The Dallas Mavericks' coach learned long ago how to win games. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- To understand
GOLF Historical run ends for Sorenstam
Her respectable performance wasn't good enough to make the cut. FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- When her
MERCER Proposal includes cuts for behavior agency
The agency's drug and alcohol programming is taking the biggest hit. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Koliser arraigned in two shootings
Charges against friends will be resolved within two weeks, the prosecutor said. By PATRICIA MEADE
Man suffers shot to face
Man suffers shot to face YOUNGSTOWN -- A 28-year-old man was in stable condition today at Forum
Yellowstone site offers wildlife views
Yellowstone site offers wildlife views Yellowstone National Park, the world's first national park,
Engineer builds on accomplishments
The graduate knew in eighth grade that he wanted to be an engineer. YOUNGSTOWN -- Gary Hilliard is
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball
Tri-T (Pony ages 13-14) Boardman Cole Valley 21, Columbiana 16 -- Mark Planey, Dan Janovic and
AP Photos OHAB101-105
AP Photos OHAB101-105 CINCINNATI (AP) -- Jason LaRue was thinking like a catcher when he came
TRUMBULL COUNTY Official probes possible fraud
One councilman said he was surprised at the high cost of products. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY
NFL Owners make serious push for franchise in Los Angeles
The league will spend up to $10 million to investigate the possibility. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- NFL
Peacefully co-existing with wild animals
Peacefully co-existing with wild animals Wild animals are active, hungry and sometimes desperate
Burick, Craig lead the pack for Lawrence commission; Noga wins coroner's nod
Russell S. Noga received the Democratic nomination for coroner. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rangers 5, Devil Rays 2 ARLINGTON, Texas -- Alex Rodriguez hit a two-run homer
HELOISE Tips sought for prolonging swimsuit life
Dear Heloise: Is there a way to help make my brand-new swimsuit last longer? I've heard there is
Today is Wednesday, May 21, the 141st day of 2003. There are 224 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, May 21, the 141st day of 2003. There are 224 days left in the year. On this date
NBA Pistons need prayer; Nets need two wins
New Jersey has rallied to win two low-scoring games. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- The Detroit
Law enforcement to step up efforts during weekend show
Every township officer will work during the weekend. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Fish & amp; Game Club of Vienna556--2195 Lowellville Rod & amp; Gun Club550--2194
Fish & amp; Game Club of Vienna556--2195 Lowellville Rod & amp; Gun Club550--2194 New
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees' Clemens takes the mound against rival Sox
New York's ace is two wins away from No. 300. BOSTON (AP) -- A day after Pedro Martinez missed a
"We want a government representative of all Iraqi people."
Opinion: "We want a government representative of all Iraqi people." L. Paul Bremer Iraq's U.S. civilian
Associated Press
Associated Press VOTING RIGHTS: Students Andrew Brown, 16, left, and Matt Zimmerman, 17, pose
CALENDAR | Canfield Fairgrounds
Here is the schedule for this weekend's 25th annual Hot Rod Super Nationals at the Canfield
HEAD OF THE CLASS Making the grade
Graduating seniors know there will be big adjustments to college life. By JoANN JONES VINDICATOR
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
XDavid and Becky (Brayer) Farr of Wexford, Pa., are announcing the birth of their first child, a
NATION
NATION DaimlerChrysler scraps Windsor, Ontario, plans DETROIT -- DaimlerChrysler has abandoned
By REBECCA SLOAN
By REBECCA SLOAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Bite into an apple from the grocer's shelf and it's
AIRLINES American to add coach seats, limit some fares
The American CEO declines a pay raise, and a chairman will forgo his salary. FORT WORTH, Texas
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
St. Elizabeth
St. Elizabeth Douglas and Teri Weingart, 5061 Middletown Road, Canfield, boy, May 21. Raymond
Court issues necessary stay
Opinion: Washington Post: The three-judge court that struck down parts of the McCain-Feingold campaign
Judicial candidate rules over both political parties
There will be just three candidates vying for two seats on the bench this fall. By HAROLD GWIN
Bettis needs job
Bettis needs job Steelers running back Jerome Bettis reported Tuesday for the first day of the
BOSTON Lowe quiets Indians for complete-game victory
Derek Lowe didn't allow a ball out of the infield until the fifth inning. BOSTON (AP) -- Derek
WARREN CITY SCHOOLS Proposed transportation schedule
Harding, first period Now: Students arrive at 6:50 a.m., school starts at 7:10 a.m. and students
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles ACTORS "The Princess Finds A Way." Trumbull New Theater,
TOP 10 Flying high The top world airlines, from an online survey by Skytrax Research UK (www.airlinequality.com):
Cathay Pacific Emirates Singapore Airlines Malaysia Airlines Qantas British Airways
MOTORSPORTS CART officials question summit
Talks with the IRL focused on improving the image of open-wheel racing. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- CART
TWINS-ATHLETICS Benches clear in rivalry
The teams exchanged hit batsmen and heated words. OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Tim Hudson said he
Soldier from Niles dies in accident
The 42-year-old career Army officer was a graduate of Warren JFK. STAFF/WIRE REPORT NILES --
VISITORS BUREAU County asks for airport funding
The bureau didn't commit to funding the airport. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER
Dedication of program
Dedication of program Mahoning County's Prescription Drug Assistance Program was dedicated
ANNIKA SORENSTAM 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
MINERAL RIDGE Board to put 5-year levy on the ballot
The board also approved a list of cuts if the levy fails. By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of May 21. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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Mother and son face several charges
Mother and son face several charges LEAVITTSBURG -- A mother and son will be in court next week to
PENNSYLVANIA PRIMARY Allegheny Co. judge wins nomination for state court
The Democratic winner was also the leader in Mercer and Lawrence counties. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS
NEW JERSEY DEVILS Sitting in playoffs proves difficult for Daneyko
The rugged defenseman sits in the locker room and watches the action on television. EAST
DAVE BARRY After your family's summer trip, you'll need a vacation
Summer vacation season is almost here, and if you have kids, you know what that means! It's time to
OHIO Bill aims to boost high-tech jobs
The bill also would increase income tax credits for some investments. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
THE CAREYS | Around the House Get down and dirty with hard-to-clean surfaces
With the right tools and cleaners, any household item can look brand new. By JAMES and MORRIS
Rookie Pa. candidates score election landslides
One of the candidates did time in prison. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Former NFL lineman Greg Skrepenak
DRESSING FOR TWO Size up the situation
Just because pregnant women temporarily lose their waists doesn't mean they have to sacrifice their
BOARDMAN Fifth-graders learn lessons in saving
Most of the kids said they are saving money. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
INDUSTRY Teens with small incomes spend big around prom time
Teens have access to disposable incomes and aren't holding back now. WESTPORT, Conn. (AP) --
NBA DRAFT 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) --
Justin Rose of The Rayen School, far left, gets twirled while sharing a dance with Melissa Lee of
Justin Rose of The Rayen School, far left, gets twirled while sharing a dance with Melissa Lee of
Full version of Custer's saga
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Americans have come far in viewing the Battle of the Little Bighorn as something
COLLEGE BASKETBALL Georgia pins scandal on actions of Harrick Jr.
The university is trying to reinstate two players. ATHENS, Ga. (AP) -- In a letter to the NCAA,
Let's mark Memorial Day in the way it was intended
Opinion: Let's mark Memorial Day in the way it was intended EDITOR: Our nation's veterans who are no
MAHONING COUNTY With blessing, officials dedicate prescription-drug aid program
The program is similar to ones in place in Ashtabula and Trumbull counties. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning
CANFIELD Deputies escort buses on road
Work to widen Gibson Road is set to begin June 16. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
SHENANGO VALLEY Jury indicts 3 family members
Authorities said Operation Idaho resulted in 17 indictments of 19 individuals. PITTSBURGH -- The