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POLICE CALLS
Summary of police activity for Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN May 19 Criminal damage: A vehicle
Knight Ridder Tribune
Knight Ridder Tribune GETTING THE HANG OF IT: After discovering that flatware could be turned into
BASEBALL Schilling beans machine; officials not pleased
Whether its the Questec operator or the ump, there's a problem with strike zones at certain
NONFICTION Guide book offers cyclists an overview of rail trails
It covers an expanding range of trail networks throughout the country. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
NHL Goal to promote offensive flow still a work in progress
The NHL is trying to make the game more attractive to TV viewers. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) --
Friends don't have to be cool
What really matters in high school: being popular or not hurting that geek that you like to talk to
AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 11, Red Sox 3 NEW YORK -- Derek Jeter hit a leadoff homer as New York
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Health-care plan wins approval
Employees will pay more to reduce the county deficit. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU
43 teams to participate in cancer fund-raiser
43 teams to participate in cancer fund-raiser LIBERTY -- The Liberty Relay for Life will be from 6
ON CAMPUS In the spotlight
BALDWIN WALLACE COLLEGE, Berea Dominic Roberts of Austintown has been inducted into the Dayton C.
ARTIST AND FRIEND: John Currin stands in front of his work "Stamford After Brunch" at Chicago's
ARTIST AND FRIEND: John Currin stands in front of his work "Stamford After Brunch" at Chicago's
DETROIT In new ads, GM admits cars had problems
The company is targeting people who buy only Asian vehicles. DETROIT FREE PRESS DETROIT --
Car haulers may strike; Local car dealers prepared
Local car dealers say large inventories would protect them against a strike. & lt;a
'JUSTICE AT WAR' | A review Dialogue on civil rights, race likely won't interest laypeople
The story is a cover for a series of essays. By DANIEL ZANTZINGER SCRIPPS HOWARD "Justice at
PREP TENNIS State tournament
When: 9 a.m., Friday, Saturday Where: Stickney Tennis Center, The Ohio State University, Columbus
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth Gwendolyn Kover and John Loshok, 5311 Oak St., Lowellville, boy, May 28.
TRUMBULL COUNTY Lordstown sues over sewer system
The mayor said the lawsuit was 'a long time coming.' By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
SCHOOL SPENDING
SCHOOL SPENDING The Hermitage School Board introduced a tentative 2003-04 budget Tuesday calling
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
PGA TOUR Memorial Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin,
Associated Press
Associated Press SPEAKING OUT: Sir Edmund Hillary, one of the first people to reach the summit of
Seeing sights from the water
Architectural tours are offered on 1920s-style yachts. There are several ways to view Chicago's
Vizquel steals a win for Indians
He stole home with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning of Cleveland's 5-2 victory over Detroit.
Inside
Inside Kenny Lofton extended his hitting streak to 25 games, and Aramis Ramirez had four hits as
TUESDAY'S RESULT
TUESDAY'S RESULT SOFTBALL DISTRICT At Fairport Harding Bristol 3, Gates Mills Gilmour
YOUNGSTOWN City gets stricter with loud music
The mayor supports mandatory seizure of car stereos on second offenses. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
SHARON School board agrees to switch to another health-care group
School officials became dissatisfied with an insurance program after it experienced cash flow
The defense declined to call witnesses and did not give a closing statement.
The defense declined to call witnesses and did not give a closing statement. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
HELOISE Question is asked on storage of vinegar
Dear Heloise: I do a lot of canning in my home and buy the gallon jugs of white vinegar. Since I buy
Brink-Harris engagement is announced
XThe engagement of Julie Lynn Brink, 286 Directory Drive, Columbus, and Joseph William Harris, 72
Dean leads effort to create endowed position in Italian studies
A committee has collected $60,000 toward a $2 million fund-raising goal. & lt;a
What I'll do on my summer vacation
This summer I will buy a wiffle ball bat as yellow as July sunshine and I will invite all the kids
RATES Certificates of deposit The table shows the annual percentage yield as of May 28. All yields given in percent. Balances required vary, and some banks offer lower yields if certain balances
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WASHINGTON Merrill Lynch analyst accused of wrongdoing
WASHINGTON (AP) -- In a new case of alleged analyst misconduct, the National Association of
AWARDS
AWARDS 2003 Caine Prize nominees announced LONDON (AP) -- Judges of the Caine Prize for African
MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT Nicklaus offers a touch of home to players
The field will draw eight of top 10 and 39 of the top 50 PGA Tour money winners. DUBLIN, Ohio (AP)
Former champion says goodbye
Former champion says goodbye Michael Chang bade a tearful farewell to the French Open Tuesday. D6.
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR | Annie's Mailbox Pressure to have sex is overwhelming her
Dear Annie: I'm a 16-year-old girl in high school, and I'm having trouble with boys. There's a lot
Held in student's death
Held in student's death BOARDMAN -- Township police arrested a 16-year-old in the February death
THE FIELD MUSEUM
THE FIELD MUSEUM The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SURPLUS FOOD
SURPLUS FOOD Commandment Keepers Temple, 1331 Brighton St., Youngstown, 9 to 11 a.m. Friday. Bring
WOMEN'S BRACKET Seles crushed, may take time off
She's only 29 years old, but she's playing with pain from injured feet. PARIS (AP) -- Monica
WCI State challenges insurance status
WCI's workers' compensation costs will grow if it joins the state program. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
YOUNGSTOWN Krichbaum will be judge over case of slain officer
Judge Lisotto represented Koliser years ago on criminal charges. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT The incorrect winning numbers in Tuesday night's Buckeye 5 drawing were published
Krichbaum strikes right note with sentencing of mugger
Opinion: Judge R. Scott Krichbaum of the Mahoning County Common Pleas Court echoed the sentiments of all law-
SAN FRANCISCO Stock unfazed by eBay verdict
EBay stock hit a 52-week high Wednesday. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- A $35-million patent infringement
Mavs remain in contention with 4th period comeback
Dallas won 103-91 to trim their series deficit against San Antonio to 3-2. SAN ANTONIO (AP) --
Serena Williams rolls to shutout over Schett
Justine Henin-Hardenne and Amelie Mauresmo also scored straight-set wins. PARIS (AP) -- Serena
TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY
TRI-CITY SPEEDWAY SUNDAY'S RESULTS SUPER SPRINTS (20 Laps): 1. Ed Lynch Jr., 2. Rod George, 3.
COLLEGE ATHLETICS Miami closer to ACC membership
The university planned a discussion today, while an ACC visit will be Friday. DAVIE, Fla. (AP) --
Chew on this refresher on dating turnoffs
Chew on this refresher on dating turnoffs We all know how important first impressions are, right?
O'Mellan-Jensen engagement is made known
XAUSTINTOWN -- Suzanne O'Mellan, 2042 Hemlock Court, is announcing the coming marriage of her
CDBG FUNDING Columbiana County
Columbiana County commissioners said they will have a difficult task deciding how to dole out
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Engineer seeks water deal with Salem
LISBON -- County Engineer Bert Dawson will lobby Salem officials in an effort to buy water for
PENNSYLVANIA State's fetal-homicide law gets successful use in court
A woman in Erie County was convicted recently under the statute. STAFF/WIRE REPORTS PITTSBURGH
Fireman's Festival
Fireman's Festival LEETONIA -- Music, food, games and rides are on the downtown midway through
Polar Bears freeze Fitch in semifinals
By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CANTON -- In his final high school baseball appearance,
The Rotary has provided services for city schoolchildren since 1996.
The Rotary has provided services for city schoolchildren since 1996. By JoANNE VIVIANO
NOTEBOOK From Roland Garros
Hingis returns: Martina Hingis made a French Open comeback, but only as a spectator. Hingis, who has
RETIREMENT Injuries, family reasons cited by goaltender Roy
He finishes with four Stanley Cup championships and a host of records. DENVER (AP) -- The Colorado
COLUMBUS Senate offers more for education
The Senate, as expected, knocked out a video slot machine proposal. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
Zambelli to receive Boy Scout award for years of providing fireworks shows
The award is for those who have contributed to youths. & lt;a href=mailto:cioffi@vindy.com
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Stefano G. Cocca, 29, of 6135 Jamison Place, Canfield, and
Teen faces charges in drug-related death of Boardman student
BOARDMAN -- Township police arrested a 16-year-old in the February death of a 17-year-old Boardman
LOTTERY RESULTS
FRIDAY DRAWINGS OHIO Mega Millions, 1-21-28-33-51 Mega Ball, 3 Night drawings: Pick 3,
NBA COACHING Mo Cheeks reported to be in 76ers' sights
There are eight coaching openings in the NBA. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS PHILADELPHIA -- Although
BAZETTA TOWNSHIP Ex-chief files suit, saying he was fired without cause
The suit contends trustees abused their discretion. WARREN -- The former Bazetta Township police
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Avalon Holdings,1.982.09 Bank One,.84,37.7837.82 Clear Channel, 40.02
CEO details hospital's accomplishments for board
GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The opening of a new emergency department at UPMC Horizon's Greenville facility
Ursuline takes the long way to title showdown
The Irish outlasted Cleveland VASJ in the last of the 12th inning. & lt;a
CAVALIERS Search for new coach continues
LeBron James likes Larry Brown, who resigned from the 76ers Monday. CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James
TRUMBULL COUNTY Mosquito traps to aid in battling West Nile
The health department also will track dead birds. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
kFINDING something to do this summer has gotten easier. There are more events of all sorts than ever
kFINDING something to do this summer has gotten easier. There are more events of all sorts than ever
Living fences add life to yards
A living fence can add privacy and beauty to any yard regardless of size. By REBECCA SLOAN
In word and deed, Hill sabotages his attempt to avoid death penalty
Opinion: By the standard that justice delayed is justice denied, the opportunity to do justice in the 1985
AIRLINE INDUSTRY US Airways mulls relocation sites
US Airways doesn't feel wanted in its hometown. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- The president and chief
NEW CASTLE If lights last, Grant Street span will be open for pedestrians
A walkway for the bridge will cost about $1,400. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
Local business owner expects to reap benefits
A Youngstown businessman says he plans to buy equipment and add workers. By DAVID ENRICH STATES
HERMITAGE Budget calls for rise in taxes
A school director proposes to cut an elementary-principal position. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Jake's Guy6.003.602.80 Centerville (J.Perez, Jr.)7.003.60
DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Holocaust education earns teacher a spirit award
Jesse McClain is barely 50 years old -- far too young to be a Holocaust survivor. Nor is the
TRUMBULL COUNTY Howland woman awaits verdict in murder trial
The defense declined to call witnesses and did not give a closing statement. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
HERMITAGE SCHOOLS Budget calls for tax increase
A school director proposes to cut an elementary-principal position. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
"Some people in Israel think that maybe Sharon wants just to gain this year and a half without ever
Opinion: "Some people in Israel think that maybe Sharon wants just to gain this year and a half without ever
GRADUATES
GRADUATES Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted; majors are listed if provided. GANNON
HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS Person, Meek hope to double their fun
Ursuline's doubles team will be playing for a state championship this week. By JOE SCALZO
NATIONAL LEAGUE Lofton, Pirates are on hitting, winning binges
Kenny Lofton ran his hitting streak to 25 games in Pittsburgh's 9-4 win. CHICAGO (AP) -- Look at
POLAND Congressman urges veterans to speak out about funding
Rep. Ted Strickland wants an increase in money for veterans' health care. By DAVID SKOLNICK
SUNDAY
SUNDAY * The Dixie Chicks will perform at Gund Arena, Cleveland. Outspoken singer Natalie Maines
NOTEBOOK From Stanley Cup finals
Hot goalie: Jean-Sebastien Giguere didn't like his team's approach in the opener. "There is no
Hoyt to match donations
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The City Rescue Mission has received a matching grant challenge from The Hoyt
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go For more information on the Chicago Greeter service, call (312) 744-8000
GIRARD Lawmaker wants mayor at financial meetings
Employees' medical expenses are a financial concern, the auditor says. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
A town called Finzel
Opinion: Washington Post: We are pretty sure that city and county officials in the metropolitan Washington
Corresponding through poetry
By STEVE BYRNE KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "Braided Creek: A Conversation in Poetry" by Jim
WNBA Rockers fall to L.A. by 8 in opener
The Sparks rallied in the second half for a 79-71 victory. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Just two games into a
ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL Babe Ruth (14-15s) Rondinelli's 7, Line Drive 2 -- Anthony Brunetti went 3-for-4 with a
The weird ways we meet
The weird ways we meet SEVENTEEN MAGAZINE LOVESICK "I was at the hospital with an earache,
Cops catch suspects
Cops catch suspects AUSTINTOWN -- Police arrested a man and a woman Wednesday after a purse
Police: Man kills himself by jumping from 12th floor
YOUNGSTOWN -- A man committed suicide today when he jumped out of a window on the 12th floor of the
Despite delays, C.C. gets victory
Tribe pitcher C.C. Sabathia remained unbeaten in his last eight starts. CLEVELAND (AP) -- C.C.
Miss Cvengros to be bride of Mr. McCutcheon
XCAMPBELL -- Michael and Jean Cvengros, 676 12th St., are announcing the engagement of their
SCHEDULE Stanley Cup finals
Tuesday: New Jersey 3, Anaheim 0, New Jersey leads series 1-0 Thursday: Anaheim at New Jersey, 8
SHARON City to reopen its own jail Sunday
The city says it can run its own jail for less than it's been paying. SHARON, Pa. -- The city will
BEST SELLERS | Top rankings
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown (Doubleday, $24.95) 2. "Naked Prey" by John
Valerie Berendt, Jeffrey Rainer plan July 19 wedding
XAnnouncement is being made of the forthcoming wedding of Valerie Lynn Berendt, 720 Newport Lane,
3 Ohioans advance to 5th round, which is being televised on ESPN
The second round of the spelling bee consisted of a 25-word written test. By DAVID ENRICH STATES
POLAND TOWNSHIP Teenage party leads to fight and arrests
Police called the fight a school feud and said more arrests may be coming. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Bill would restore $2.5 million for effort to keep military bases
Gov. Bob Taft had requested $3.5 million for military base closing consultants, but the Ohio House
hWater gardening questions answered
hWater gardening questions answered Water gardening can seem intimidating to gardeners more
FRENCH OPEN Chang receives big ovation after struggling in loss
Fans paid tribute to the 1989 champion after he was defeated in the opening round. PARIS (AP) --
NASCAR Nadeau will start rehabilitation
The 32-year-old Winston Cup driver was injured in a wreck May 2 in Richmond. COMBINED DISPATCHES
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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As baby boomers get older, they add new wrinkles to skin care
Baby boomers are willing to pay to reduce wrinkles, spots and saggy skin. NEW YORK (AP) -- M.J.
BASEBALL Johnson no longer planning to purchase Montreal Expos
The BET founder said he is too busy with the NBA expansion team in Charlotte. WASHINGTON (AP) --
STANLEY CUP Friesen powers Devils' victory
Jeff Friesen scored two of the Devils goals in a 3-0 win over the Mighty Ducks. EAST RUTHERFORD,
REVIEW 'Moon Over Manhattan' offers light look at N.Y.
The characters more than make up for a skimpy plot. By CAROLE GOLDBERG HARTFORD COURANT "Moon
BILL ORDINE Vegas monorail moving along
In Las Vegas, nothing is simply utilitarian. Function must be accompanied by flair. A hotel cannot
AUSTINTOWN Comment about defendant causes murder-case mistrial
The victim had intended to rekindle an old flame on the night she was killed. By BOB JACKSON
Seminar speakers say oil drives U.S. Mideast policy
American policy seeks to ensure that oil is traded in the dollar, a speaker said. By PETER H.