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MOUNTAINEER PARK

MOUNTAINEER PARK Results Sunday 1st--Egotist (D.Whitney)17.006.804.40 Lord Kenmer

AUTISM Professor says male, female brains differ

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Cambridge University professor Simon Baron-Cohen thinks he knows why autism

YSU

YSU Baseball TORONTO, Ohio -- Youngstown State earned victories of 6-4 and 6-2 against Central

Arena Football League

Arena Football League AMERICAN CONFERENCE Central Division WLPctPFPA Colorado62.750361374

A SUPER slimy lesson

Slime was on the minds of pupils at E.J. Blott Elementary. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

ROME MARATHON RESULTS

ROME MARATHON RESULTS At Rome Men 1. Ruggero Pertile, Italy, 2 hrs, 10 min., 13 sec. 2.

JAPAN

JAPAN Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo, March 24: Peace has even less of a chance in the Middle East after

CHILDREN'S BOOK AUTHOR With Amelia Bedelia, writer carries on family tradition

Amelia's charm is in her simple understanding of the English language. By VIRGINIA ROSS

Mother pleads innocent to killing son

YOUNGSTOWN -- Trial is set for June 9 in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court for an Austintown woman

Culture shock for police recruits

By PATRICIA CIKA SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR "Don't tell me about the law. The law is whatever I

MOVIE REVIEW 'Hellboy' is a true cinematic original

The director began his career with art films. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT I'll

INDIANS Gutierrez dealt to Mets for player to be named and cash

Cleveland will still pay over $1 million of his 2004 salary. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) -- Ricky

THE DOW Longtime index components to be removed

Phone, drug and financial services companies are added to the Dow. NEW YORK (AP) -- Three longtime

Report lists allegations, urges firing

The report includes a statement from a colleague being investigated on fraud allegations. &

YSU 3,000 pupils taking part in English Festival

A new initiative aims to increase participants from urban schools. YOUNGSTOWN -- Nearly 3,000

Honoring champs

Honoring champs kPARENTS and students lifted their voices in cheers in the small gymnasium at

Representative of village will conduct income survey in Lowellville

LOWELLVILLE -- A village representative will go door-to-door beginning this weekend to conduct

NATIONAL SURVEY Financial skills show slight improvement among 12th-graders

The Fed chairman says pupils need a stronger money-management foundation. WASHINGTON (AP) -- They

SIDELIGHTS Schoolboy Classic

CONTESTS 3-point-goal: Dan Bertolini of Poland High won the boys 3-point-goal shooting contest by

MOVIE REVIEW The Rock wrestles with acting in less-than-real-life remake

The Rock has undeniable screen presence, but not because of his thespian skills. By MILAN PAURICH

REGION

REGION Serenity Suite opens, features couples' massage POLAND -- Serenity Suite at Selah,

TRUMBULL COUNTY Paddling case to go before grand jury

The Fowler police chief has not been charged with a crime. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR

Legislators seek input on raising horsepower limit

The proposed increase would improve safety, a state official says. & lt;a

TAIWAN China warns U.S. over sale of radar

China is concerned that the U.S. is encouraging Taiwan's independence. BEIJING (AP) -- China

VALLEY INTEREST Columbiana superintendent

Several applicants for Columbiana Schools superintendent are administrators or teachers in the

OPEC Cut in oil output to raise gas prices, analysts predict

Limited refinery capacity is keeping gas prices high. VIENNA, Austria (AP) -- OPEC's decision to

DENTAL RESEARCH Keep teeth longer, but take more care

The elderly have special problems to address, experts say. By KORKY VANN HARTFORD COURANT

WARREN SCHOOLS Building sale under study

Some buildings are expected to be demolished as part of a OSFC project. By DENISE DICK

KICK BUTTS DAY Kids' goal is to curtail tobacco's bad effects

One teacher said each cigarette butt represents seven minutes off a smoker's life. By NANCY TULLIS

Good money

Good money Adam Scott made a 10-foot bogey putt to win The Players Championship, making the 23-

Mercer Co. blaze leaves 50 homeless

SHARON, Pa. -- As many as 50 people were left homeless after a late night fire at the former Russell

CUYAHOGA COUNTY Video presentation shows Gund will have busy summer schedule

From June through September, nearly a dozen events are scheduled at the arena. By JOHN PATRICK

"That was a small minority of overexcited people, we still know our demands are reasonable, so we

Opinion: "That was a small minority of overexcited people, we still know our demands are reasonable, so we

PITTSBURGH Penguins, architect disagree over cost to build new arena

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A Los Angeles architect has three words for Pittsburgh Penguins officials who say

CITY COUNCIL 'Tight' budget is approved

The city is setting aside much less this year for repairs and improvements. By NORMAN LEIGH

CONGRESS English tax-break bill addresses outsourcing

The one-year tax break is supposed to provide a major economy boost. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

Girard, Liberty recognize that things must change

Opinion: In the aftermath of the sweeping defeat of local tax issues in the March primary, two Trumbull

SATURDAY 'S AMATEUR CARD

SATURDAY 'S AMATEUR CARD at Krakusy Hall 65 pounds - Antwan Baugh (Warren) decision over

NCAA WOMEN'S ROUNDUP Tennessee holds off Baylor with questionable late call

Tasha Butts sank two free throws with 0.2 seconds remaining for the Volunteers. ASSOCIATED PRESS

MOVIE REVIEW Breezy pace, excellent vocal cast give a lift to 'Home on the Range'

Adults won't be bored by this children's cartoon. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

All-star action

All-star action kMARK AIKENS of Austintown Fitch gets a rebound under the basket at the 34th Al

MAJOR LEAGUE PREVIEW | National League Central

Pittsburgh Pirates 2003: 75-87, 4th place. Manager: Lloyd McClendon (fourth season). He's

MAHONING COUNTY Man's trial in shootings postponed for 14th time

Prosecutor Paul Gains said a plea offer has been made. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE

AVALON HOLDINGS Klingle takes over CEO position

The former CEO says he left the money-losing company in better shape. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

EXHIBITION BASEBALL AT A GLANCE

SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Minnesota178.680 New York139.591

OWNERS MEETINGS NFL cracks down on celebrations

The owners also approved a modified instant replay system for five years. PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) --

BLUES Eric Clapton's album honors the music of Robert Johnson

The guitarist's new album was released this week. By DAVID BAUDER ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --

GOLF ROUNDUP Scott scrambles to win The Players Championship

He had to make a 10-foot bogey putt on the final hole to avoid a playoff. ASSOCIATED PRESS PONTE

POLITICS Ditzler and UAW end lawsuit

Ditzler agreed to pay the union $250 and not use its logo without permission. By BOB JACKSON

INDIANS Tribe gets Robertson in deal with Houston

Cleveland gave up outfielders Luke Scott and Willy Taveras. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) -- Jeriome

Taped suicide turns up on Net

NEW YORK (AP) -- A man's suicide in the lobby of a public housing building -- videotaped by a

WHITE HOUSE Unborn-victims act becomes law

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush, eager to hand another victory to the social conservatives who

GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Side effects infrequent for anti-baldness herb

Q. Several months ago, I started taking 160 mg a day of saw palmetto extract to slow the progression

MUSIC The Lost Prophets make noise with American sound

Faith No More is the lead singer's biggest influence. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS How can a British band

IRAQ Insurgent violence continues

The top U.S. official in Iraq decried the killing and mutilation of Americans. FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP)

HOW THEY SEES IT Keep Iraq above election-year politics

Opinion: By JAMES R. SCHLESINGER and THOMAS R. PICKERING LOS ANGELES TIMES In the coming months,

YSU FOOTBALL Penguins to begin spring drills

Youngstown State's first workout will be Friday at 3:30 p.m. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS

NHL ROUNDUP | Sunday's games

Devils 3, Islanders 2 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Patrik Elias had a goal and two assists, and Scott

2 officers to appeal suspensions over search during traffic stop

Franklin doesn't have the authority to increase discipline, an attorney says. & lt;a

Job hunters: It's time to take a break

The beaches of Cancun, the slopes of Aspen, the dance clubs of New Orleans: What do these places

DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene Wailers perform original old-time country

They call themselves the Cockamamy Wailers. No foolin'. These are five diverse women -- a 30-ish

ARENA PLANS Penguins show no interest in proposal

A California group has offered to build a new arena for $160 million. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The

SCHEDULE YSU football

Friday -- 3:30 p.m. (helmets) Saturday -- 10 a.m. (helmets) Sunday -- 3:15 p.m. (pads, no tackling)

Man dies, wife is hurt in motorcycle accident

Man dies, wife is hurt in motorcycle accident ROGERS -- An Aliquippa, Pa., man died and his wife

WORLD OF FASHION Innovative designer takes final runway bow

The future of the charismatic designer is up for speculation as he splits with famed fashion house.

Block watch to meet

Block watch to meet Buckeye Eyes & amp; Ears Blockwatch meets at 6:30 tonight at Word of

OK farmworker compromise

Opinion: San Jose Mercury News: Comprehensive immigration reform is down for now, tripped up by election-year

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN Student is found; questions remain

Police weren't giving out much information about the abduction. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL

HOW SHE SEES IT Athletes failing in class is real March madness

Opinion: By LINDA CAMPBELL KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Does anybody doubt the high-octane entertainment

Penguins will miss Coach C

When Kenny Conatser decided to step down as an assistant football coach at Youngstown State recently

CRIME Mail theft was mischief by three kids

Kids who stole mail were looking for trinkets, police said. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR

MEDICARE DRUG COSTS White House forbids adviser's testimony

When lawmakers passed the bill, many relied on a lower cost estimate. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

TRUMBULL COUNTY 2 officers to appeal suspensions over search during traffic stop

Franklin doesn't have the authority to increase discipline, an attorney says. By PEGGY SINKOVICH

FEDERAL COURT Ex-YOH officials are convicted in scheme

Sentencing is set for June 29, and the trial for two Canfield sisters is pending. By PATRICIA

PYMATUNING LAKE Legislators seek input on raising horsepower limit

The proposed increase would improve safety, a state official says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

SCHOOLS Extension granted for money plan

The deadline was extended because of ongoing contract negotiations. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

CONGRESS Welfare bill is hung up in Senate

Republicans will try to speed the bill's passage, but it might be set aside. WASHINGTON (AP) --

Culvert replacement to begin April 12

Culvert replacement to begin April 12 NEW WATERFORD -- Culvert replacement on state Route 46 just

SOLID DESIGN? Adam DePizzo, a senior at Youngstown State University, explains the design of a

Police officers wonder when city will add to the ranks

Opinion: Police officers wonder when city will add to the ranks EDITOR: We would like to take this

PA. STATE POLICE Dispatcher: Abuse led me to quit

The woman's case reached the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Pennsylvania

Area Easter egg hunts and other holiday-related activities as submitted:

Area Easter egg hunts and other holiday-related activities as submitted: TRUMBULL COUNTY

Associated Press

Associated Press A HARD LIVING: Iraqi police officers escort detainees in Samara, Iraq. Thousands

GENERAL MOTORS Cobalt model flexes its muscle

The supercharged Cobalt features larger tires and more horsepower. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

PHILADELPHIA St. Joe's trying to move on after loss

The Hawks will lose All-America senior guard Jameer Nelson. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- This was not the

FORGERY CHARGE Ex-schools manager faces a court date

Roger Havey was the victim because he lost his job, his brother contends. By LAURE CIOFFI

PENNSYLVANIA Views about gay marriages show age gap

Young people grew up with exposure to homosexuality, experts say. CHICAGO (AP) -- Blake Wilkinson

MOSQUITO LAKE Some people go camping no matter the season

The campground is open all year, and some take advantage. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

MERCER COUNTY Effort launched to locate, develop all industrial sites

The latest effort will show what improvements each site requires. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

REUNIONS

XChaney High School January and June Class of 1942 will meet at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Denny's in

HELOISE Pre-wash treatment recipe has been lifesaver

Dear Heloise: I need your pre-wash treatment recipe. I made a batch a couple of months ago, and it

YSU Report lists allegations, urges firing

Included is a statement from a colleague being investigated on fraud allegations. By JoANNE

TELEVISION Q &amp; amp;A

Q. A band has guest-starred a few times on the sitcom "According to Jim." Is it the same band that

COLUMBIANA CO. Officials stay within a leaner budget

Department heads are reaching the goal by limiting overtime. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR SALEM

Paul Hornung reverses field on comments

The Irish legend said his alma mater needs to ease up on academic standards. SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP)

SCHEDULE | Prep track and field meets

APRIL Friday -- F.E. Cope (girls) at Salem, 4:30 p.m. Saturday -- Ward Invitational (boys) at East

MARTHA STEWART Juror is at center of bid for new trial

Stewart's lawyer said he would have kept the man off the jury. NEW YORK (AP) -- Martha Stewart

Red Wings get victory; Blue Jackets get angry

Columbus was upset over Kirk Maltby's hit on Rostislav Klesla. COLUMBUS (AP) -- On the night

AROUND THE NBA | Wednesday's games

Pacers 111, Bucks 78 INDIANAPOLIS -- Ron Artest had 21 points and nine rebounds, Jermaine O'Neal

Cavaliers set to sign PG Cleaves

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Mateen Cleaves said Sunday that he'll sign a 10-day contract with the Cleveland

MAHONING COUNTY Jury clears defendant of rape charge

The judge said he believes Clark was guilty despite the jury's verdict. By BOB JACKSON

TENNIS Dementieva upends V. Williams in Nasdaq-100 quarterfinals

Serena's sister sprained her foot in the second set and had four double-faults. KEY BISCAYNE, Fla.

RISP ONIONS ARE ONE OF nature's original health foods.

RISP ONIONS ARE ONE OF nature's original health foods. Valued throughout history for their

Jury to decide if officer is responsible for crash that killed man

YOUNGSTOWN -- A jury will decide whether a Boardman Township police officer was at fault in a car

PENNSYLVANIA $1.1B in bonding approved to help economy

Small- and medium-sized businesses are to benefit. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The Legislature approved

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Old problem with former friend has resurfaced

Dear Annie: I am an 18-year-old high school senior, and I have a major problem. I met "Linda" in

ROUTE 224 Ruling opens land next to Goldsteins

The easement agreement will stand. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN --

DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Pool hall hustlers rack their brains for ways to help a good cause

Sunday, I'm sprawled out on the floor, my son is kicked back on the sofa, and we're watching Fast

SPRING TRAINING Reed makes bid to become Bucs' starting pitcher

He beat the Indians, strengthening his case to be the No. 5 starter. WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (AP) --

IRAQ National Guard unit is commended for aiding missionaries after attack

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- A local National Guard unit has earned praise for its professionalism and quick

MAHONING COUNTY Officials, FOP reach tentative agreement

The FOP is expected to vote on the contract next week. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE

YSU professor resigns

YSU professor resigns YOUNGSTOWN -- A Youngstown State University sociology-anthropology professor

Rebels' attacks keep up

A U.S. official decried the killing and public mutilation of Americans' bodies. FALLUJAH, Iraq

TV PRODUCERS Burnett is on networks' must-have lists

Burnett has a significant impact on the two networks' bottom lines. NEW YORK (AP) -- Every Friday

AIR FORCE Ex-cadet accused of rape to be commissioned officer

DENVER (AP) -- A former Air Force Academy cadet accused of rape will be commissioned as an officer

PGA TOUR Scott enjoying first tour victory

Now he's back to business in today's BellSouth Classic. DULUTH, Ga. (AP) -- Adam Scott's first few

DEATH ROW Killer has steak dinner before execution today

Wickline spoke to his spiritual adviser and didn't appear despondent. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

Campbell officials discuss possible layoffs

CAMPBELL -- City officials, department heads and union presidents were meeting this morning to

PREP BASKETBALL | Frank Bubba Memorial

BOYS Trumbull County Tyson Rowland, Warren Harding Joe Phinisee, Warren Harding Josh

Bland rescues all-star squad

The Boardman star led the Red team to a 66-65 win. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

Books help kids understand why a parent is away at war

KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE As military families continue to deal with deployments to Iraq and

Death-penalty indictment

HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) -- A man charged with killing a friend whose burned, dismembered body was found

CAL THOMAS Our misspent tax dollars

Opinion: The House last week narrowly passed a $2.4 trillion budget resolution, setting the stage for a

Today is Monday, March 29, the 89th day of 2004. There are 277 days left in the year. On this date

KRAKUSY HALL Hazimihalis wins in boxing show; area fighters 4-7

Nate Adams, Dillion Pullman and Antwan Baugh were other area winners. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR

ATHLETES TO WATCH | Top track and field athletes from 2003

DIVISION I BOYS Austintown Fitch: State qualifier Eric Chine, 400 (50.4) and high jump, 6-4;

PORNOGRAPHY Man, 39, guilty of exploiting a child, 11

Authorities said an 11-year-old girl was sexually abused and photographed. SHARON, Pa. -- A Grove

GENTLE TOUCH SKIN CARE Making clients AT HOME

By CATHY SECKMAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT SALEM -- First there was Tupperware, then there was

Sessions let customers lie back, relax

During facials, soft music plays and aromatherapy candles glow. Permanent hair removal is possible

YSU students prepare to compete

The students are ready for this weekend's competition in Pittsburgh. YOUNGSTOWN -- Engineering

NFL MEETINGS Playoff proposal has some supporters

There's some sentiment to adding two teams to the postseason. PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- The

Police: Explosive device may have hit bank window

Police: Explosive device may have hit bank window GIRARD -- An explosive device may have been used

Europe's eye on terrorism

Opinion: Washington Post: On Sept. 21, 2001, the European Council -- the European Union's governing body --

Ga. Legislature approves ban on gay marriages

Ga. Legislature approves ban on gay marriages ATLANTA -- Georgia voters will decide this fall

Youngstown store owner is shot in the mouth

Youngstown store owner is shot in the mouth YOUNGSTOWN -- Jihad S. Mahd, owner of the Big Apple

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS MVCA ALL BEACH CLASSIC GIRLS RED 66, WHITE 65 RED -- Taryn Perkins

St. Elizabeth

St. Elizabeth Tom and Kate Foley, 1002 Collins Ave., Youngstown, boy, March 27. John Noble and

SADNESS: Erin Donoghue, 18, of Boardman and Valentino Singer, 18, of Campbell console each other at

NASCAR Busch ignores pit, wins

Kurt Busch ignored his crew chief's pleas and went on to Victory Lane. BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) -- Crew

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .46 21.6921.70 Avalon Holdings,2.933.05 Bank

OHIO

OHIO Wednesday night drawings: Pick 3, 2-9-0 Pick 4, 1-9-6-3 Buckeye 5, 14-20-30-31-33

WRECKED CAR: The remnants of the car in which three teens died and four were injured sit inside the

PATRICIA C. SYAK | Symphony Notes Masterworks concert, 'Cats' are on schedule

The concluding Youngstown Symphony Orchestra Masterworks concert and Broadway Series performance of

NOCC Inmate deal still up in air

An April 8 hearing has been canceled but will be reset. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE

Yecch! The sound of a thousand toilets being flushed into a field

Opinion: We have a pretty good idea what it takes to be considered a Third World country. But what, we

Lecture series to lead off with Richard Simmons

WARREN -- The 27th annual Trumbull Town Hall Celebrity series will begin next fall with the man who

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN Surgeon repairs Dem candidate's shoulder tendons

BOSTON (AP) -- Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry was recovering off the campaign trail

BRADENTON Josh Fogg settles onto Pirates pitching staff

BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) -- As Pirates right-hander Josh Fogg finished up his 60-pitch outing Sunday in

MOVIE REVIEW Actress proves she's film royalty

Julia Stiles has had both stellar and unfortunate roles in her career. By MILAN PAURICH

ISRAEL Sharon defends withdrawal

The prime minister said his Likud Party would hold a vote on the plan. TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) --

SCHEDULE College basketball

MEN FINAL FOUR At San Antonio Semifinals Saturday Oklahoma State vs. Georgia Tech, 6:07 p.m.

ROUNDUP

ROUNDUP Wednesday's other games Islanders 5, Canadiens 1 UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- Mark Parrish and

DEATH CHAMBER Murderer Wickline executed

Wickline didn't appear despondent and was congenial, a prison official said. By JEFF ORTEGA

MAHONING COUNTY Former director pleads guilty to theft from CIC

The woman could get up to 18 months in prison and a $5,000 fine. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

AT A GLANCE

MEN NCAA TOURNAMENT OPENING ROUND Florida A & amp;M 72, Lehigh 57 EAST RUTHERFORD REGIONAL

Grieving as a group

Experts are helping students mourn their classmates. By D.A. WILKINSON and PETER H. MILLIKEN

SALEM BUDGET A breakdown

City council has approved this year's spending plan. The following is a breakdown of how much was

Clijsters out three more weeks with injury

BRUSSELS, Belgium (AP) -- Kim Clijsters will have to keep her left wrist in a brace for three more

Ottawa signs captain to deal

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Ottawa captain Daniel Alfredsson signed a five-year contract with the

Paddling case to go before grand jury

The Fowler Twp. police chief has not been charged with a crime. & lt;a

Money, washed and folded

Scientists wash and crumble dollar bills to see how they hold up. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Andrew Wilson

Niles' Jones ignites Red with second-half rally

He was named MVP in his team's 85-75 victory. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN

Forum Health, union OK pact extension

YOUNGSTOWN -- Forum Health and the union representing 1,500 employees at Northside Medical Center in

"I have never seen such broad consensus on an issue. People have just said, 'Enough is enough. These

Opinion: "I have never seen such broad consensus on an issue. People have just said, 'Enough is enough. These

GAIL WHITE Riding in an elevator really does have its ups and downs

What is it about elevators? The minute people step into an elevator, all talking stops. As the

Georgia Tech outlasts Kansas

The Yellow Jackets turned back the Jayhawks in overtime, 79-71. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Kansas headed

Deng, Duhon direct Duke

Luol Deng scored 19 points to earn MVP honors in the Blue Devils' win over Xavier. ATLANTA (AP)

FIT TV Channel hopes viewers will be moved to get off couch

None of the workout shows currently on television has a large audience. By JEANNINE STEIN LOS

PENNSYLVANIA Slots split region's lawmakers along party lines

Some legislators warn that slot revenues won't eliminate the school property tax. By LAURE CIOFFI

High cost of natural gas leads to interest in coal-fired plants

Up to 90 new coal-fired electricity plants are being considered. DENVER (AP) -- Coal, spurned for

TRIBE/BUCS Astros' Oswalt keeps Indians in check, 3-2

The Pirates and Red Sox played to an 8-8 deadlock. ASSOCIATED PRESS KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Roy

Fragrance Foundation seeks public opinion for top products

NEW YORK (AP) -- Ever wonder who picks the winners of industry awards, such as the FiFis, which

PREP TRACK Durkin hoping to return

The Boardman senior knows her only real hope is in the 4x800 relay. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR

NBC extends Leno contract through 2009

NEW YORK (AP) -- NBC has inked late-night television's ratings king Jay Leno to a contract extension

By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO

By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Humor is subjective. What's funny to one person may

PIRATES Rookies filling Bucs' bullpen

Pittsburgh could start the season with an all-rookie bullpen. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) -- Left-handed

Juvenile to headline show at expo center

Juvenile to headline show at expo center NILES -- Hip-hop star Juvenile is coming to the Eastwood

PENNSYLVANIA Bills would broaden use of DNA

HARRISBURG (AP) -- Law enforcement officials would have much wider latitude to use DNA evidence in

Today is Thursday, April 1, the 92nd day of 2004. There are 274 days left in the year. This is April

DIANE MAKAR MURPHY Don't worry about obese kids -- Muriel has a plan to flush out the fat

Muriel Puck, a recent transplant to Youngstown from Texas, has devoted her life to fitness. At 17,

AUSTINTOWN STABBING Lawyer wants mental testing for victim's grandmother

The woman has repeatedly blamed the devil for what happened that night. By BOB JACKSON

WOMEN'S EAST REGIONAL Penn State faces 'road' challenge

The Nittany Lions are playing for a Final Four berth -- in UConn's backyard. HARTFORD, Conn. (AP)

Remains identified

Remains identified YOUNGSTOWN -- Dental records were used to identify Michael L. Jordan, 28, of

Unique accessories attract attention

WASHINGTON POST PARIS -- There were splendid handbags on the Christian Dior runway at the recent

U.S. SENATE | Poll

U.S. SENATE | Poll The Institute for Policy Research at the University of Cincinnati released a

YSU SPRING FOOTBALL | Roster and schedule

1 -- Jason Perry, 5-8, 155, Soph. CB * 2 -- Mike Andrews, 6-1, 220, Jr. LB *# 3 -- Phil Larmon,

Train grazes school bus

Train grazes school bus BEAVER FALLS, Pa. (AP) -- A school bus was grazed by a freight train

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

MAJOR LEAGUE PREVIEW | American League Central

Cleveland Indians 2003: 68-94, 4th place. Manager: Eric Wedge (second season). He's Here: 2B

HOW HE SEES IT Terrorism wasn't a priority for Powell

Opinion: By GEORGE GEDDA ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON -- Three days before President Bush's inauguration,

Keep Boomerang where he is, and quit wasting money

Opinion: Keep Boomerang where he is, and quit wasting money EDITOR: As the case of Boomerang the lion

New Zealand grants visa to James Brown for show

New Zealand grants visa to James Brown for show LOS ANGLES -- James Brown will perform in New

EMERGENCY CARE TMH removes Level 3 trauma label

Humility of Mary Health Partners doubted the designation was valid. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN

NBA ROUNDUP | Sunday's games

Mavericks 118, Magic 88 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Dirk Nowitzki had 25 points and nine rebounds to lead

MCI Dann: Workers trained others

MCI insists the local layoffs are unrelated to its outsourcing initiatives. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Cobalt model flexes its muscle

The supercharged Cobalt features larger tires and more horsepower. & lt;a

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