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NASCAR approves carbon monoxide filter
NASCAR approves carbon monoxide filter Eds: LEADS with six grafs to recast. By JENNA FRYER AP
DIVISION II TRACK Liberty runs past Champion girls team
Ashtabula Edgewood topped Lakeview in the boys standings. By DOUG CHAPIN VINDICATOR
AMERICAN LEAGUE Martinez to miss another Sox start
The Red Sox ace is battling an inflamed tendon. BOSTON (AP) -- Pedro Martinez probably will miss
DISTRICT TRACK & amp; FIELD South Range freshman shrugs off pain for title
The Warren Kennedy boys and girls dominated the Div. III team competition. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Pirates promote former No. 1 draft pick to Class AA
Pirates promote former No. 1 draft pick to Class AA EDs: Recasts; CORRECTS spelling of John in 1st
NCAA will play no role in ACC-Big East fight
NCAA will play no role in ACC-Big East fight By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer INDIANAPOLIS
YOUNGSTOWN Girl's skit brings history to life
Maraiya Hakeem will perform her skit at a national competition. & lt;a
INDY 500 Indianapolis notebook
Center of attention: Helio Castroneves has been the center of attention all month at the
Court issues necessary stay
Opinion: Washington Post: The three-judge court that struck down parts of the McCain-Feingold campaign
NATION Natural-gas prices surge as production lags
Prices are at their highest ever for this time of year. WASHINGTON POST After last winter's
COLUMBIANA CO. Officials to fix up area by bridge
Work to install a roadside trail in the area has begun. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Bold Missy (L.Hannigan)7.203.202.20 Acttractive
DIVISION IV SOFTBALL Vocal Jackson-Milton squad rattles East Canton
The Bluejays are close to winning their first district championship since 1999. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Students display their creativity
Elementary pupils are included for the first time. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
LeBron, Cavs to play in Newfoundland
LeBron, Cavs to play in Newfoundland twstfmw By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP)
NHL PLAYOFFS Devils capture dramatic Game 7
New Jersey will play Anaheim for the Stanley Cup trophy. OTTAWA (AP) -- Jeff Friesen was down,
School rededication
School rededication SHARON, Pa. -- City residents can tour the newly remodeled Sharon Middle-High
TUESDAY
TUESDAY Mahoning County Educational Service Center governing board, special meeting to consider
This artist's interpretation is bright for the future of the Mahoning Valley
The artist works to draw people downtown. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR RELIGION EDITOR
TRUMBULL COUNTY
TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Kenneth Bodnar, 37, of 4897 Warren-Meadville Road, Cortland,
Sorenstam attracts record rating for USA Network
Sorenstam attracts record rating for USA Network NEW YORK (AP) -- Annika Sorenstam's historic
YORK, PA. Vatican official urges mercy for condemned multiple killer
The death row inmate killed four people. YORK, Pa. (AP) -- The Vatican's ambassador to the United
DeWine's plan to expand tax-break zones is crucial
Opinion: When the political dust kicked up by the debate in Congress over President Bush's tax-cut proposal
Bicentennial celebration for Hopewell Furnace
Bicentennial celebration for Hopewell Furnace STRUTHERS -- Mill Creek MetroParks will observe the
INSIDE/A2
INSIDE/A2 UCarlo Rubino has spent the past several decades sharing his love of art with his
Tendinitis to sideline Bonds for team's next four
DENVER (AP) -- Barry Bonds is not expected to play in the rest of San Francisco's four-game series
AREA CALENDAR | Golf
MAY TODAY -- Bedford Trails Youth Tournament 2 p.m. at Bedford Trails Golf Course in Coitsville.
Ready to give up private law practice, district attorney looks to go full time
The district attorney's salary would more than double, to $120,225 a year. By LAURE CIOFFI
MONDAY DRAWINGS
MONDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-3-9 Pick 4, 0-1-8-9 Buckeye 5, 3-22-28-31-
Fitch-Boardman district finale suspended in 6th
The Spartans and Falcons will try to finish the game today at 1:30 p.m. By BILL SULLIVAN
Koval wins bout by breaking opponent's jaw
CLEVELAND -- Fighting his second bout in six days, boxer Chris Koval of Austintown heavyweight used
NBA Cavs' coaching search becomes next challenge
Cleveland will meet with Jeff Van Gundy and Paul Silas again next week. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
YOUNGSTOWN PAVING Left off before, streets make list
Best-quality paving occurs in June, July and August, studies show. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL
TRUMBULL COUNTY Internet school interests pupils
Officials will decide if they should start their own academy next year. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
CHAMPIONS TOUR Dougherty, Wadkins lead Southern
Favorable weather marks first round at Columbus Southern Open COLUMBUS, Ga. (AP) -- Ed Dougherty
Red Sox 9, Indians 2
Red Sox 9, Indians 2 Eds: Optional sssar By HOWARD ULMAN AP Sports Writer BOSTON (AP) --
YOUNGSTOWN Art helps officer share heritage
George Twok Aden Ahgupuk was nationally known for his scenes of Alaska. & lt;a
BUYING EYEGLASSES The right specs for your specs
Often, add-on coatings are unnecessary, experts say. By JENNIFER BOTT KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Devils advance to finals, edge Senators in Game 7
Devils advance to finals, edge Senators in Game 7 Jeff Friesen scored the biggest goal of his
FRIDAY'S LATE BOXSCORES
AMERICAN LEAGUE MARINERS 5, TWINS 2 MINNESOTASEATTLE abrhbiabrhbi JJones lf5020ISuzuki
MIDDLE EAST Israeli leader relaxes his longtime hawkish stance
Some skeptics doubt Sharon is sincere. JERUSALEM (AP) -- Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon has
Andretti revved for finale
Andretti revved for finale Michael Andretti is getting ready to drive in his final race. C3.
GREENVILLE Park festival has room for vendors
The Riverside Park Festival is taking shape. By LAURI GALENTINE VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
KEYSTONE CLIPS Voters find pushy people at polls
Sometimes, supporters working the election polls on behalf of certain candidates can be a bit
INDIANS Draft to focus on catchers, pitchers
Cleveland has three first round picks in next week's amateur draft. & lt;a
Vindicator file photo
Vindicator file photo IN MEMORY: Albert, Harry and Jack Warner built what is currently Edward W.
YOUNGSTOWN CHRISTIAN Athletic program looks to raise bar
The Eagles are planning to join the OHSAA while exploring area leagues. By BRIAN RICHESSON
YOUNGSTOWN With online notifications, area library goes automated
YOUNGSTOWN -- The local library has stepped into the technology age. With a new automated phone
Current, former pupils say tearful goodbye to teacher
Mrs. Kesner said she was born to be a teacher. By JoANNE VIVIANO VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
LOCAL TENNIS Ursuline duo earn top seed at state
Donald Person and Brian Meek defeated Beachwood and Central Catholic. MASSILLON -- The Ursuline
Lawrence County launches counseling program for youths
Federal funds will pay for some of the costs. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW
BIRTHS
Forum Health Northside Tamica Gullick, 117 N. Lane St., Youngstown, boy, May 25. Kimberly and
GOLF Historical run ends for Sorenstam
Her respectable performance wasn't good enough to make the cut. FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- When her
NBA WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS Fourth quarter run powers Spurs past Mavericks
Dallas not only lost the game, but Dirk Nowitzki with a sprained knee DALLAS (AP) -- There are
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Pirates utilityman Rob Mackowiak was arrested early Friday and charged
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pittsburgh Pirates utilityman Rob Mackowiak was arrested early Friday and charged
THE COLONIAL PGA notebook
Back on top: Kenny Perry has his concentration back, and is at the top of the leaderboard going into
AROUND THE HORN Friday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 6, Yankees 2 NEW YORK -- Kelvim Escobar outpitched Mike Mussina (7-3)
Group plans garage sale at Leonard Kirtz School
Group plans garage sale at Leonard Kirtz School AUSTINTOWN -- Mahoning County Council for Retarded
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
FRIDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL DIVISION I Fitch vs. Boardman suspended in sixth inning with Fitch
Tomjanovich steps down as Rockets' coach
Tomjanovich steps down as Rockets' coach Eds: INSERTS new grafs 6-10 to UPDATE with comment. AP
Embassies reopen after suicide attacks
Embassies reopen after suicide attacks RIYADH, Saudi Arabia -- Britain and Germany reopened their
NBA CONFERENCE FINALS
NBA CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Sunday, May 18 New Jersey 76, Detroit 74 Monday Dallas
Paying a high price for drugs that save lives
Medicine that treats their children's disease will cost one family $450,000 a year. ASSOCIATED
ANALYSIS Coaches recall facing LeBron
Roy Sembach, Jeff Brink and Ken Grisdale weigh in on LeBron James mania. By JOE SCALZO
NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS Nets look to bury Pistons in four games
Detroit is hoping to be first team to win a series after being down 3-0. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.
Ohio celebrates eagle recovery
It is one of our most enduring symbols of American freedom -- an eagle soaring over the landscape,
STRUTHERS Trees benefit property along streams
Stream-side tree plantings reduce soil erosion and filter pollutants. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Lions' aid helps to keep Goodwill a roaring success
It was a plot suitable for "Law and DISorder" -- Goodwill Inc.'s janitorial van was stolen from its
Paddling along, geese keep youngsters in line
The Vindicator/William D. Lewis A pair of Canada geese herd their young ones through the marina at
Celebrating Hope on his 100th
Celebrating Hope on his 100th k DID YOU KNOW that Bob Hope got his start in entertainment in the
Today is Sunday, May 25, the 145th day of 2003. There are 220 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Sunday, May 25, the 145th day of 2003. There are 220 days left in the year. On this date in
THE BRICKYARD Andretti prepares for one last ride
The son of Mario Andretti will drive in his final race tomorrow at the Indy 500. INDIANAPOLIS (AP)
COLLEGE BASEBALL Penn State advances in Big Ten Tourney
Nittany Lions to face Michigan today at noon. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indiana Hoosiers booted the
PNC PARK Pirates squander leads, stumble at home again
The Bucs enjoyed 6-1 and 7-2 leads before the Cardinals rallied. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- J.D. Drew
Rangers 5, Orioles 3
Rangers 5, Orioles 3 ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Rafael Palmeiro homered and drove in three runs to
ERIE, PA. Defamation lawsuit filed against diocese
One woman said a priest was having pornography delivered to the office. ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- Three
Lions, tigers, bears and more: Facility rescues exotic animals
The exotic animal sanctuary houses more big cats than the Akron Zoo. By JAYME RAMSON VINDICATOR
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
AMERICAN LEAGUE RED SOX 9, INDIANS 2 CLEVELANDBOSTON abrhbiabrhbi Lawton lf3100Damon cf5020
YOUNGSTOWN Marker commemorates Warner theater
Powers Auditorium is one of the few remaining theaters the brothers built. YOUNGSTOWN -- A
ODOT Road projects
Projects the Ohio Department of Transportation is working on this week in Mahoning and Trumbull
AMERICAN LEAGUE Clemens goes after 300 on Monday
Many Yankees are fighting through nagging injuries. NEW YORK (AP) -- Roger Clemens walked out of
DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIPS Canfield-Central Catholic game suspended in fifth
The Division II district finale will resume today at 4 p.m. in Jefferson. By ROB MEYER
LOTTERY RESULTS
SATURDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings Pick 3, 4-5-8 Pick 4, 3-0-9-5 Buckeye 5, 2-3-10-16-23
PREP SOFTBALL Jackson-Milton victorious in district final
CORTLAND -- The Jackson-Milton High softball team added to the fun that began Friday in the Division
PGA COLONIAL SCORES
PGA COLONIAL SCORES Friday At Colonial Country Club course Fort Worth, Texas Purse: $5
MERCER 23-unit housing complex for seniors to be dedicated
MERCER, Pa. -- Father Tushim Manor, a new 23-unit housing complex for senior citizens, will be
NASCAR Penske drivers earn two prime positions
Ryan Newman and Helio Castroneves have the poles for Sunday's big races. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) --
HERMITAGE Merchants prepare for super Wal-Mart
One businessman said he began diversifying his operation two years ago. By HAROLD GWIN
FRENCH OPEN Agassi hoping for singles title, not doubles
He and his wife, Steffi Graf, are expecting their second child. PARIS (AP) -- The only doubles in
Recent terrorist attacks tell of something bigger
Opinion: Americans should ignore the spin from some quarters regarding the recent terrorist attacks in Saudi
PENNSYLVANIA Discount liquor stores will guard the borders
One of the stores will be in Hermitage. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Although it's illegal, many
Four grand championships will be awarded this afternoon at the event.
Four grand championships will be awarded this afternoon at the event. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
TRUMBULL COUNTY Prosecutors plan to rest case in killing
Defense attorneys haven't said if their client will testify. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
CRIME SOLVERS
CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County A theft is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this week.
The Gund headed for rise in popularity
The pending arrival of prep star LeBron James has Cavs' business booming CLEVELAND (AP) -- Gund
HORIZON BASEBALL Butler rallies to defeat YSU
The Penguins have to win today to stay alive in the Horizon League tournament. FAIRBORN -- The
THE LINEUP 87th Indianapolis 500
Capsules of the 33 drivers in Sunday's Indianapolis 500, listed in starting order with car number in
Tigers 3, White Sox 2
Tigers 3, White Sox 2 CHICAGO (AP) -- Mike Maroth won for the first time in 10 decisions this
Blue Jays 6, Yankees 2
Blue Jays 6, Yankees 2 By BEN WALKER AP Baseball Writer NEW YORK (AP) -- Kelvim Escobar
Relief breaks out in The Hive
MS patients praise the results of the treatment, called apitherapy. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
WHAT'S DOING?
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Hunter, trapper and bowhunt education, Ohio, call (800)
COLUMBIANA Reading programs are a go despite construction
The public library will continue its usual activities this summer. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR
MIDDLE EAST Firefight in Iraq kills 2 U.S. soldiers; 9 hurt
Seven American soldiers have died in Iraq in the past three days in attacks or accidents.
LAWRENCE COUNTY Ready to give up private law practice, district attorney looks to go full time
The district attorney's salary would more than double, to $120,225 a year. By LAURE CIOFFI
Pupils, adults fly the flag during parade
Isaiah Hudson, above, a pupil in Mary Potesta's kindergarten class at West Elementary School in
ATLANTA Glavine prepares for old mates
The Mets pitcher will face the team he once led to 11 straight division titles. ATLANTA (AP) --
LPGA TOUR Kane, Matthew tied at Corning
Golfers stay focused amidst the Annika Sorenstam media frenzy at Colonial. CORNING, N.Y. (AP) --
YOUTH BASEBALL | Area results
Babe Ruth (ages 14-15) Line Drive Academy 4, Astros 2 -- Dan Hanolt pitched a four-hitter while
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
NILES Students display their creativity
Elementary pupils are included for the first time. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Belmont field still taking shape
Belmont field still taking shape NEW YORK (AP) -- The Belmont Stakes field is still taking shape,
A historical marker commemorating motion picture pioneers Albert, Harry, Jack and Sam Warner and
A historical marker commemorating motion picture pioneers Albert, Harry, Jack and Sam Warner and
STANLEY CUP FINALS Surprising Anaheim is ready for New Jersey
The Mighty Ducks won just one playoff series before this year. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Paul
AP file photo; May 3, 2003
AP file photo; May 3, 2003 FUNERAL RITUAL: Brig. Gen. Brian Geehan presents the flag that had
Sherpas: 'Unsung heroes' of mountain
Hillary recalled how Norgay saved his life before their historic climb. NEW DELHI, India (AP) --
NASCAR WINSTON CUP
NASCAR WINSTON CUP Coca-Cola 600 Lineup Friday's qualifying; Sunday race At Lowe's Motor
SCOTT SHALAWAY Words of outdoor action
Polite company frowns on four-letter words, but today I'll make an exception. If you're planning a
Annual garage, yard sale
Annual garage, yard sale WARREN -- The Harriet Taylor Upton Association will conduct its annual